Mirae Asset Chairman Park Hyunju: "National Growth Fund Could Reach 5,700 Trillion Won with 20% Return"

Need for Incentives for Private Sector Experts Participating in the Fund
Calls for Trading Unlisted Shares Through Tokenization

Hyunju Park, Chairman of Mirae Asset Group and Co-Chairman of the Strategy Committee responsible for advising on the management direction and strategy of the National Growth Fund, stated, "If a 150 trillion won fund achieves a 20% return, the effects of compound interest will turn it into a 5,700 trillion won investment fund."

On the afternoon of December 11, at the Korea Development Bank headquarters in Yeouido, Seoul, Chairman Park remarked at the '1st National Growth Fund Strategy Committee Meeting,' "Establishing a 150 trillion won fund is a historic starting point," and made the above comments.

He explained that, unlike developing countries, Korea's industrial environment is well-equipped with clusters, saying, "I believe there is significant potential for fund investment." He added, "There are many smart founders, and venture companies can achieve annual returns exceeding 20%. Due to the effects of compound interest, a 5,700 trillion won investment fund that will astonish everyone can be created in Korea."

Chairman Hyunju Park of Mirae Asset attended the 'National Growth Fund Strategy Committee Meeting' held at the Korea Development Bank in Yeouido, Seoul on the 11th and delivered a speech. 2025.12.11 Photo by Dongju Yoon

Chairman Park said that when making investments, he considers three factors: environment, talent, and systems. He emphasized that the environment and talent are already well established, stating, "Honest decision-making supported by investment professionals is necessary."

He also argued that it is important to create an environment where private sector experts can work. Chairman Park said, "I hope there will be a compensation system so that private sector experts can work with dedication," adding, "Even if just 0.01% of the profits are allocated, it would be a very significant reward."

He further mentioned the need for trading unlisted shares through tokenization. He said, "If unlisted shares can be tokenized and traded on digital exchanges, it would provide venture capital with opportunities for exit, and as Korea pursues innovation, the financial industry could contribute to the venture ecosystem."

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