South Korea

South Korean incumbent banks’ profits at risk as Kakao Bank expand loan services

The internet-only bank plans to launch mortgages and merchant loan products.

South Korean incumbent banks’ profits at risk as Kakao Bank expand loan services

The internet-only bank plans to launch mortgages and merchant loan products.

Chart of the Week: South Korean card payments to grow 4.9% through 2024

Average frequency of use is 136.2 times in 2020, higher than in France, US, and UK.