Policy Finance Utilization Strategies for Local Companies
Customized Consultations Provided
On May 19, the Gumi Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Gyeongbuk and Korea Development Bank held a 'Macroeconomic Outlook and Korea Development Bank Key Industry Support Program Briefing' in the main conference room on the first floor of the Gumi Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
Gumi Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Gyeongbuk - Korea Development Bank Hold '2025 Macroeconomic Outlook and Key Industry Support Program Briefing'
The briefing was attended by more than 60 CEOs and executives from companies in the Gumi area. The event proceeded in the following order: a 2025 macroeconomic outlook including projections for the economy, interest rates, and exchange rates; an introduction to Korea Development Bank's key industry support programs; a presentation on PE and M&A programs; and one-on-one customized corporate consultations.
During the briefing, forecasts for interest rates and exchange rates in response to changes in the domestic and global economic environment in 2025 were presented. Based on these forecasts, companies were provided with guidance on strategic response measures.
In particular, the event drew attention by introducing various policy finance programs from Korea Development Bank, including the 'Special Program for Semiconductor Facility Investment Support,' which offers loans at government bond interest rate levels to companies with excellent credit ratings.
Additionally, Korea Development Bank explained its investment banking (IB) functions?such as acquisition financing, M&A advisory, and management strategy consulting?focusing on major domestic and international cases. After the briefing, practical and specific support measures were provided through one-on-one customized consultations for each company.
Shim Kyujeong, Head of the Economic Research Team (also in charge of the Corporate Attraction Team) at the Gumi Chamber of Commerce and Industry, stated, "In a situation where global supply chain restructuring and uncertainty continue, I hope that local companies can effectively utilize the policy finance of Korea Development Bank to secure funds and establish future growth strategies in a practical way."
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