Deutsche Bank has today announced it has been appointed by Euroclear Bank SA/NV as Cash Settlement and Foreign Exchange Bank (under Euroclear direct link) with the Korea Securities Depository (KSD). The mandate is to support South Korean government bond activity for Korea Treasury Bonds (KTBs) and M
It has emerged that the domestic battery industry, which received trillions of won in tax deductions in the United States last year, might need to pay nearly 200 billion won in additional taxes by 2026 due to the implementation of a global minimum tax. Battery companies are currently investing in th
Global leading tire company Hankook Tire & Technology (Hankook Tire)’s iON evo SUV, a high-performance tire specially designed for electric vehicles, has received the highest rating, “Exemplary” in a tire test conducted by the German automotive magazine Auto Bild. Through this, a company once again
As Samsung Electronics launches its new all-in-one personal computer (PC), Intel, the provider of the central processing unit (CPU), has announced its intention to work with Samsung Electronics to develop the AI PC market together.Bae Tae-won, vice president of the Intel Korea Samsung Business Divis
SK telecom announced on April 22 that it has been ranked first in artificial intelligence indicators among 12 major global telecommunications companies, according to a survey conducted by U.K.-based market research firm Omdia.Omdia’s report, titled “Strategies for Telcos Transitioning to Tech Compan
LEGOLAND Korea Resort proudly announces becoming the first theme park resort in Korea to achieve Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) designation by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). This certification underscores LEGOLAND Korea Resort's dedication to cr
The author is an analyst for Shinhan Securities. He can be reached at ldh@sinhan.com -- Ed.1Q24 review: OP of engines surpasses construction equipmentHD Hyundai Infracore posted sales of KRW1.16tr (-10% YoY), operating profit of KRW92.8bn (-39% YoY), and operating margin of 8% (-3.8%p YoY) for 1Q24.
In a landmark move for the security industry, Neubility, a trailblazer in autonomous mobility solutions, and the South Florida Security (SFS) Group, a premier provider of integrated security services, have announced a collaborative Proof of Concept (PoC) initiative. This pioneering project is set to
SK On, the battery business subsidiary of SK Innovation, announced today its Cobalt-free battery has won a Bronze award in the Smart Transportation category at the prestigious 2024 Edison Awards on April 18.The latest honor not only shows SK On's technological prowess but also underscores the compan
Hanon Systems, a leading global automotive thermal management supplier for electrified mobility, has been named a GM Supplier of the Year in General Motors’ 32nd annual Supplier of the Year awards in Miami, Florida.A global, cross-functional team at GM recognized 86 of its best suppliers for perform
The market capitalization and operating profit of South Korea’s top 100 companies have been surpassed by those of their counterparts in Taiwan. This reversal comes as TSMC outpaced Samsung Electronics in operating profit in 2022, leading to a widening gap between the two representative companies.Acc
SK Group has embarked on a significant business restructuring, focusing on the future expansion of new businesses in fields like semiconductors, artificial intelligence, and carbon neutrality.According to industry sources on April 17, SK networks plans to use the proceeds from the sale of SK Rent-a-
Tension was palpable in front of Samsung Electronics’ DSR Tower in Hwaseong, Gyeonggi Province at noon on April 17. It marked the first collective action in the history of Samsung, initiated by the National Samsung Electronics Union (National Samsung Union), with an event named “Gather 1,000.” The o
In the global competitive race for artificial intelligence (AI) technology, South Korea is losing its core competitive edge as top talent is turning away from the country. Foreign companies, with their overwhelming financial power, are successfully attracting these skilled individuals.According to t
The Korea Research Institute of Ships and Ocean Engineering (KRISO) announced on April 16 that it has launched a new research program aimed at developing core technologies for small modular reactor (SMR)-powered ships and floating SMR power generation platforms from this year through 2028.SMRs, a ze
On April 16, SK networks announced through the electronic disclosure system that it has selected Affinity Equity Partners, a Hong Kong-based private equity fund (PEF) manager, as the preferred bidder for the sale of its subsidiary, SK rent-a-car, which is the second-largest car leasing company in So
After a failed sale left HMM without a new owner, the company has decided to significantly expand its fleet by 2030. This strategy aims to address the global economic slowdown, restructuring of shipping alliances, and tightening environmental regulations by increasing its size and strengthening busi
Kwak No-jeong, president of SK hynix, is set to deliver a keynote speech on Artificial Intelligence (AI) at a semiconductor event in Washington, D.C. in the U.S.According to industry sources on April 15, Purdue University and Senator Todd Young will host an event titled “CHIPS for America, Action fo
Hanwha Aerospace rolled out its 10,000th military engine on April 15, achieving a major milestone for its indigenous development and manufacturing of aero engines.A ceremony was held at the Changwon Plant I to commemorate the rollout of the 10,000th aircraft engine, the F404 powering the TA-50 train
Hyundai Mobis announced its participation in the 37th World Electric Vehicle Symposium and Exhibition (EVS37), which will take place at COEX in Seoul from April 23 for four days, where it will showcase its core technologies for future mobility.EVS37 is the world’s largest electric vehicle symposium