K Bank's net profit declined 12.1% year-on-year to 112.6 billion won in 2025, as rising deposit costs offset gains from increased lending and non-interest income, while the internet-only bank targets 18 million customers this year through expansion in AI and digital assets.
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K Bank's Net Profit Falls 12% to 112.6 Billion Won Last Year
K Bank's net profit declined 12.1% year-on-year to 112.6 billion won in 2025, as rising deposit costs offset gains from increased lending and non-interest income, while the internet-only bank targets 18 million customers this year through expansion in AI and digital assets.
South Korean banks continue net issuance of bonds despite tighter mortgage lending rules, as regulatory time lags and strong prior demand sustain funding needs; major banks’ demand deposits surged, easing some pressure on bond issuance, while corporate bond spreads narrowed amid reduced supply.
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Why Net Issuance of Bank Bonds Persists Despite Mortgage Lending Curbs
South Korean banks continue net issuance of bonds despite tighter mortgage lending rules, as regulatory time lags and strong prior demand sustain funding needs; major banks’ demand deposits surged, easing some pressure on bond issuance, while corporate bond spreads narrowed amid reduced supply.
South Korea's M2 money supply in January grew 7.5% year-on-year, marking the largest increase in 2.5 years, driven by rising demand deposits and money trusts amid declining time deposit rates.
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January Money Supply Increases 7.5% Year-on-Year - Largest Growth in 2 Years and 5 Months
South Korea's M2 money supply in January grew 7.5% year-on-year, marking the largest increase in 2.5 years, driven by rising demand deposits and money trusts amid declining time deposit rates.
December Money Supply Grows 6.9% Year-on-Year - Highest in 2 Years and 3 Months
South Korea's M2 money supply in December 2024 grew 6.9% year-on-year, marking the highest increase in 2 years and 3 months, driven by rises in demand deposits and short-term money trusts.
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