[New Year's Address] Chairman Lee Eoryong: "Daishin Securities to Surpass 4 Trillion Won in Equity... Value-up Toward Industry Leadership"

Lee Eoryong, Chairman of Daishin Financial Group, declared that this year the group will elevate its assets, business portfolio, talent, and overall organizational capabilities to reach the top of the industry.

In his New Year's address on January 2, Chairman Lee stated, "Last year, Daishin Securities achieved meaningful results by entering new business areas such as acquisition finance, corporate credit provision, and general foreign exchange. In addition, through the sale of our headquarters building, the issuance of hybrid securities, and the issuance of redeemable convertible preferred shares, our standalone equity capital is expected to exceed 4 trillion won by the end of December 2025. The year 2026 is a time for us to grow further and pursue even higher goals."

Chairman Lee emphasized, "An equity capital of 4 trillion won is only the first step toward becoming a major investment bank. Daishin Financial Group has set Value-up as its strategic goal for 2026 in order to reach the pinnacle of the industry."

He explained that the meaning of 'Value-up' goes beyond simply improving performance; it is about transforming into a 'bigger company' recognized by the market and investors.

He added, "Each business division must strengthen its competitiveness in its core business to achieve the group’s goals for this year, set ambitious targets based on major competitors, and prepare concrete action plans to address any shortcomings. Only when all executives and employees clearly understand the direction we must take and commit their passion and determination will the Value-up envisioned by the group become a reality."

For Daishin Financial Group's code of conduct in 2026, Chairman Lee presented 'Yeosechui.' He explained, "'Yeosechui' means we must change together in response to changes in the world. As the market changes rapidly, we must not remain complacent with the present but instead respond flexibly to uncertain circumstances and strengthen our competitiveness for greater growth."