Kyobo Securities Publishes First ESG 'Integrated Report'

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[Asia Economy Reporter Lee Jung-yoon] Kyobo Securities announced on the 15th that it has published the '2021 Kyobo Securities ESG Integrated Report,' which introduces its ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) management strategies, activities, and achievements.

This report was prepared based on international sustainability reporting standards such as the GRI (Global Reporting Initiative) Standards, the international standard for social responsibility ISO 26000, and the IIRC (International Integrated Reporting Council).

The main body of the report is composed of 4Ps (Prosperity, Principles of Governance, People, Planet) and contains Kyobo Securities' ESG management strategies, activity outcomes, and future plans. In particular, issues in the financial industry such as digital innovation and the declaration of coal phase-out finance are featured on special pages.

Additionally, interviews with experts active in the E (Environment), S (Social), and G (Governance) fields are included. The expert interview pages contain necessary matters and advice for Kyobo Securities to grow as a sustainable and socially responsible company. Furthermore, various efforts such as climate finance implementation plans to respond to climate change and support the transition to a future low-carbon economy, as well as eco-friendly management promotion activities, are also presented.

Meanwhile, in connection with the publication of the ESG integrated report, the '2022 Kyobo Securities Knowledge Forum - IESG (Integration, Environmental, Social, Governance)' will be held. The forum will be broadcast live from 2 p.m. on the same day on Kyobo Securities' official YouTube channel 'MoneyTenTV.'

The first part will introduce ESG management and the integrated report under the theme 'Action for Positive Change,' and the second part will feature presentations on 'Global Mega Trends, the Present and Future of ESG Investment.'

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