Hana Bank
Coverage of Hana Bank in the Nexus archive.
- South Korean Banks Expand Trading Floors for 24-Hour Won Market
South Korean banks are expanding trading floors to operate a 24-hour won market. The country's stocks have fallen as investors reduced investments in artificial intelligence, which had driven a global equity market surge.
- For South Korean men, there's only one uniform that matters
South Korean reporters faced backlash for mocking soccer star Son Heung-min's military service exemption, leading to a national team media boycott. The controversy highlights ongoing public sensitivity around mandatory military service exemptions for athletes, despite policy changes in 2008.
- Bulls Make Their Case as Stock Risks Pile Up
South Korean stocks plunged, threatening the world's biggest stock rally as investors withdrew from artificial intelligence investments that had driven the global bull market. The exchange rate between the South Korean won and the US dollar was displayed at Hana Bank in Seoul.
- South Korea reviews Hana Bank’s Dunamu stake under banking rules: Report
South Korea's Financial Services Commission is reviewing Hana Bank's $668 million stake in Dunamu under banking rules. The review is based on 'banking-commerce separation' rules that limit bank ownership tied to crypto firms. Hana Bank's stake is valued at $668 million.
- Hana Bank Invests $669M in Upbit Operator Dunamu: What the Deal Signals
Hana Bank has invested $669 million in Dunamu, the operator of Upbit. This investment signals a significant development in the financial and cryptocurrency sectors. The deal highlights Hana Bank's interest in the growing crypto market.
- Hana Bank to acquire $670 million stake in Upbit operator Dunamu
Hana Bank is acquiring a $670 million stake in Dunamu, the operator of Upbit. This investment indicates a significant move by Hana Bank into the digital asset space. The deal highlights growing interest in cryptocurrency exchanges.
- Hana Bank acquires $670 million stake in Upbit parent Dunamu
Hana Bank has acquired a $670 million stake in Dunamu, the parent company of cryptocurrency exchange Upbit, by purchasing 2.28 million shares. This acquisition grants Hana Bank a 6.55% stake, positioning it as the fourth-largest shareholder in the company.
- Emerging-Market Currencies, Stocks Fall as Iran Peace Hopes Dim
Emerging-market currencies and stocks have fallen due to diminishing hopes of peace with Iran. The conflict has led to a decline in market confidence. This downturn is reflected in trading rooms such as the one at Hana Bank in Seoul.
- Up 75% Already in 2026, Korea’s Stock Market Is Hotter Than Ever
South Korea's benchmark stock index has broken 7,000 points, with a significant increase of up to 75% expected by 2026. This milestone was celebrated by currency dealers at the Hana Bank headquarters in Seoul. The surge in the stock market indicates a promising economic outlook for the country.
- The World Will Never Forget the Hormuz Crisis
Asian stocks rose and crude oil prices fell as President Donald Trump signaled optimism for an Iran deal, despite a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Financial indicators like the KOSPI and KOSDAQ were displayed at Hana Bank in Seoul amid market reactions.
- Commodity Houses Are Perfectly Placed for a Wartime Trading Bonanza
Escalating Middle East tensions and rising oil prices due to the Iran conflict led to a decline in South Korean equities, prompting investors to reduce risk exposure. The situation is being monitored in trading rooms, such as at Hana Bank in Seoul.
- Oil prices slip and Asian shares mostly gain as US-Iran talks still in doubt
Oil prices fell and Asian shares mostly rose amid uncertainty over U.S.-Iran negotiations to end the war. Key stock indices in Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan gained, while tensions over oil supply disruptions from the Persian Gulf persisted.