KB Asset Management announced on the 6th that it held the 'RISE Investment Insight Seminar' at the Fairmont Ambassador Hotel in Yeouido, Seoul, on the 5th.


The RISE Investment Insight Seminar was designed to share major trends and investment strategies in the exchange-traded fund (ETF) market amid the rapidly changing financial environment, as well as to expand networking with industry professionals and influencers.


The event drew about 250 participants, including product and pension managers from securities firms, private bankers, and financial influencers, all of whom showed strong interest in the seminar.


The seminar began with a welcoming address by Youngsung Kim, CEO of KB Asset Management, followed by a series of presentations: 'Stablecoins and the Current Status of Domestic Virtual Asset ETFs' by Jiwon Kim, Analyst at KB Securities; 'Tax Tips for ETF Investments' by Hyunjung Wang, Head of the TAX Solution Department at KB Securities; 'Where Should We Invest in 2026?' by Chankyu Baek, Analyst at NH Investment & Securities; and 'Popular and Recommended ETFs' by Sujin Lee, Head of ETF Product Marketing at KB Asset Management.


Analyst Jiwon Kim gave a lecture on the potential institutionalization of stablecoins and virtual asset ETFs, highlighting market trends where the boundaries between virtual assets and the traditional financial sector are blurring. Department Head Hyunjung Wang provided practical insights by explaining the tax structure and tax-saving strategies essential for ETF investments and the use of pension accounts.


Next, Analyst Chankyu Baek analyzed global economic and industry trends for the coming year and suggested high-growth potential investment sectors. Sujin Lee shared mid- to long-term portfolio strategies focusing on ETFs that are attracting strong investor interest.


In addition to the presentations, various interactive events took place at the seminar venue. Before the main event, experiential activities such as stopwatch and dartboard games were held to boost participant engagement.


Noareum Noh, Head of the ETF Business Division at KB Asset Management, said, "This seminar was a meaningful opportunity for industry experts and influencers to read market trends together and share new perspectives on ETF investment. We will continue to strengthen RISE ETF's trend leadership through a variety of programs that combine investor education and marketing."



Youngsung Kim, CEO of KB Asset Management, is delivering a greeting at the 'RISE Insight Investment Seminar.' KB Asset Management.

Youngsung Kim, CEO of KB Asset Management, is delivering a greeting at the 'RISE Insight Investment Seminar.' KB Asset Management.

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