S Korea – FSC Meeting on Risk Management

S Korea – FSC Meeting on Risk Management

On 29 August 2024, SK FSC held a meeting on value-up, risk management.

  • SK FSC held a meeting with SK FSS, SK FIA, 10 securities houses to discuss corporate value-up program, corporate finance, risk management, and investor protection.

Corporate Value-Up Program

  • SK FSC requested securities houses to lead the flow of funds for value-up companies, provide the market with information that can be used for investment decisions.
  • In addition, to endeavor to increase corporate value and communicate with investors.

Risk Management

  • Requested the securities industry to manage risks in a pre-emptive, thorough manner.
  • The financial authorities will promote an institutional reform in order to ensure that regulations related to liquidity and soundness reflect actual risk levels appropriately.

Investor Protection

  • SK FSC will take strict action against illegal issues under zero tolerance principle.
  • Urged securities houses to prepare for implementation of institutional improvements, such as the establishment of a short selling processing system.
  • Plus, to review internal control mechanisms to prevent investor damage and accidents.