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The new grocery shopping assistant program, “Smart Shopping Map,” developed under the leadership of the Ministry of Science and ICT, has finally launched its pilot in five regions. For housewives who have been afraid to fill their shopping carts due to constantly rising prices, this news is a welcome relief. There is no longer a … Read more
For those looking to secure stable retirement funds, pension savings insurance has recently emerged as an attractive option again. As volatility in the stock market increases, more people are actively seeking products that guarantee the principal. In the past, products with the highest returns were always popular, but now many are turning their attention to … Read more
Lotte Card has successfully issued private placement overseas asset-backed securities (ABS) totaling $300 million, approximately 404.1 billion won, using credit card receivables as the underlying assets. This achievement is significant given the recent high volatility in domestic and international financial markets, as it demonstrates the company’s ability to secure large-scale foreign currency funds stably. It … Read more
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced on the 17th (local time) a sudden innovation exemption plan to temporarily allow tokenized stocks—where physical assets are converted into digital form for trading—for the next five years. This measure, which takes immediate effect, is an extraordinary step taken just two days after the Clarity Act, aimed … Read more
A tragic loss of life occurred due to a gas leak inside a Russian fishing vessel docked at Gamcheon Port in Saha-gu, Busan, on the morning of the 15th. The incident happened while crew members were performing a refrigerant replacement task, resulting in a leak of Freon gas. The foreign crew members on site suffered … Read more
If you are preparing for retirement relying solely on the National Pension, you should immediately and thoroughly check your contribution period and estimated benefit amount. Even without any private pensions, the quality of your life in old age can vary significantly depending on how you utilize the system. I often see people around me feeling … Read more
Pension savings for income deduction actually functions as a tax credit rather than an income deduction under the law, so it is essential to understand the exact terminology and structure before signing up. Many office workers rush to open accounts or make additional contributions just before the year-end tax settlement deadline, but understanding the system … Read more
The official acceptance of nominations for the 2027 Government Awards for Contributions to Science and Technology Advancement has begun. The Ministry of Science and ICT announced this plan to identify and honor the unsung heroes who have made significant contributions to the development of science and technology in the Republic of Korea. The occasion holds … Read more
Seong Jung-ah, known as a living legend of Korean women’s basketball, delivered immense emotion to the Korean sports community by winning Asian Games gold medals alongside her son, Lee Hyun-jung, a feat achieved for the first time in 36 years. Following her mother’s ascent to the top at the 1990 Beijing Games, her son also … Read more
To manage your retirement pension efficiently, you must accurately understand and select the asset management account that suits your employment type, whether it is a Defined Contribution (DC) plan or an Individual Retirement Pension (IRP) account. For decades, many employees have carefully reviewed the retirement benefit systems funded monthly by their companies to prepare for … Read more