KB Financial Group is a leading South Korean financial holding company, established in its current form in 2008 following the transformation of Kookmin Bank into a diversified financial group. Tracing its roots to the founding of Kookmin Bank in 1963, the group has grown through strategic acquisitions and organic expansion to become one of the country’s largest financial institutions. Its headquarters are located in Seoul, where it oversees a wide range of financial services catering to retail, corporate and institutional clients.
The group’s core business activities include retail and corporate banking, investment banking, asset management, insurance, credit card issuance, leasing and consumer finance. Through its flagship subsidiary, Kookmin Bank, KB Financial offers deposit accounts, mortgage and personal loans, SME lending and trade finance. Its investment banking arm provides advisory services, underwriting and capital markets solutions, while its asset management division manages mutual funds, pension products and private equity investments for both domestic and international investors.
KB Financial Group serves clients across Asia, Europe and North America, with a network of branches and representative offices in key global financial centers. In South Korea, it operates an extensive branch network, online banking platforms and digital channels to deliver seamless banking experiences. Internationally, the group focuses on corporate finance, capital markets and cross-border trade services, leveraging partnerships and local expertise to support multinational clients and inbound foreign investment into Korea.
The group is governed by a board of directors and led by Chairman and Group CEO Yoon Jong-kyu, supported by a management team with deep expertise in banking, insurance and asset management. Under their leadership, KB Financial has pursued digital transformation initiatives, sustainable finance programs and customer-centric innovations. The company continues to invest in technology, risk management and talent development to strengthen its competitive position and support long-term growth.
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