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South Korean Brokerages Post Record Q2 Profits Exceeding KRW 5 Trillion

Finance · Investment Banks/Brokers · yonhap_finance · 2026-09-09

Boosted by a bullish stock market, South Korean securities firms achieved record-breaking quarterly profits in Q2, driven by higher trading volumes.

What Happened

Record Performance: South Korean brokerages reported a record-breaking net profit of KRW 5.19 trillion for the second quarter, marking a 20% increase from the previous quarter. This growth was largely fueled by a surge in stock market trading activity and increased commission income.

Revenue Drivers: Brokerage commissions reached KRW 5.77 trillion, while fees from asset management and investment banking also saw significant growth. Additionally, proprietary trading profits rose to KRW 5.98 trillion, benefiting from the overall upward trend in equity markets.

Financial Health: The average net capital ratio for these firms improved to 1,140.5%, well above regulatory requirements, indicating a robust financial position. While total assets grew to KRW 1,256 trillion, total liabilities also surpassed the KRW 1,000 trillion mark.

Regulatory Outlook: The Financial Supervisory Service acknowledged the improved performance but emphasized the need for continued vigilance. Regulators plan to strengthen monitoring of asset quality and financial stability to mitigate risks from potential market volatility.

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