Yonhap Infomax NewsSep 25
South Korean insurers’ adoption of KOFR-based interest rate swaps to hedge fixed-rate insurance liabilities is expected to accelerate KOFR market development, as current IRS transactions remain dominated by CD rates despite regulatory efforts to promote KOFR as the risk-free benchmark.
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[Insurance Companies Derivatives ALM③] 'KOFR Market Activation'—The Ripple Effect of IRS Hedging

South Korean insurers’ adoption of KOFR-based interest rate swaps to hedge fixed-rate insurance liabilities is expected to accelerate KOFR market development, as current IRS transactions remain dominated by CD rates despite regulatory efforts to promote KOFR as the risk-free benchmark.

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Yonhap Infomax NewsMay 9, 2025
Korea Investment Management's SOFR ETF surpasses 200 billion won in net assets as Fed maintains cautious stance on rate cuts, offering attractive returns and risk diversification for investors.
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Korea Investment Management's SOFR ETF Surpasses 200 Billion Won in Net Assets as 'Fed Not Rushing to Cut Rates'

Korea Investment Management's SOFR ETF surpasses 200 billion won in net assets as Fed maintains cautious stance on rate cuts, offering attractive returns and risk diversification for investors.

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Yonhap Infomax NewsApr 9, 2025
Korea Exchange to launch KOFR interest rate swap central clearing system in October, accelerating the adoption of the new risk-free rate benchmark
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KOFR Central Clearing Set to Launch in 6 Months - Preparations on Track for Official Implementation

Korea Exchange to launch KOFR interest rate swap central clearing system in October, accelerating the adoption of the new risk-free rate benchmark

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