[From the Field]ETF Mania Sweeps Market as Institutions Flock to Arbitrage Opportunities

South Korea’s ETF market is booming as both retail and institutional investors drive record inflows, fueling arbitrage activity and raising concerns over investor protection amid widening price gaps.

Additional Training Required to Buy Samsung Electronics Leveraged ETFs - Minimum Deposit Introduced for Overseas 2x ETFs

South Korea's Financial Services Commission introduces additional training requirements for single-stock leveraged ETFs and minimum deposit rules for overseas leveraged ETFs, while expanding options markets to support diverse ETF product development and planning fully active ETF legislation.

Apurva Annavi | SEBI-Registered Research Analyst for Secure Investing - Asian Talks

One such Research Analyst’s journey began in a commerce classroom. Coming from a commerce background, Apurva Annavi was introduced early to subjects like

'Strong Governance Reform Is the Best Defense Against Currency Volatility'

South Korean experts say robust corporate governance reform is key to stabilizing the won and sustaining the KOSPI 5,000 milestone, urging deeper capital market reforms and improved shareholder protections to boost investor confidence and address undervaluation.

To Buy Leverage ETFs, 'Deposit 10 Million Won'—Criticism Mounts Over 'Asymmetric Regulation' of Minimum Deposit Requirement

South Korea faces criticism for maintaining a unique 10 million won ($7,500) minimum deposit requirement for leverage ETF investments, a regulation not found in major global markets, as authorities consider reforms to attract investors back to the domestic market.

Shinsegae Property Issues Stern Warning Over Aegis Asset Management’s Push to Sell Centerfield

Shinsegae Property has issued a stern warning to Aegis Asset Management over its unilateral push to sell Centerfield, a prime Seoul commercial asset, despite opposition from major investor Shinsegae, citing concerns over investor protection and partnership trust.

Overseas Options Trading Expands to Daytime—US Exchange 24X to Launch 23-Hour Options Market by Year-End

US exchange 24X plans to launch a 23-hour options trading platform by year-end, expanding access to US stock options for global investors, including those in South Korea, amid rising demand and regulatory scrutiny.

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IMA Launch Imminent as Taxation Discussions Conclude—FSS Urges Thorough Investor Protection

South Korea’s FSS has confirmed the IMA product will launch by year-end, finalizing tax treatment and strengthening investor protection measures to ensure transparency and risk disclosure.

Kim Hak-kyun, Chairman of Korea Venture Capital Association, Becomes First Subscriber to Kiwoom Securities’ On-Demand Promissory Note

Kiwoom Securities launched its first promissory note product, with Korea Venture Capital Association Chairman Kim Hak-kyun as the inaugural on-demand subscriber, highlighting a focus on investor protection and growth capital for innovative firms.