The issuance scale of derivative-linked securities in South Korea increased by approximately 30% year-on-year in the first half of 2026.

(1) According to data from the Korea Securities Depository, the total sales of derivative-linked securities (DLS) from January to June 2026 reached 15.8 trillion Korean won (approximately $10.7 billion), an increase of 29.1% year-on-year. (2) Compared to the second half of last year, the issuance scale increased by 18.7% quarter-on-quarter, with the growth rate accelerating significantly. (3) The returns of these securities are linked to interest rates, exchange rates, and the performance of other underlying assets, targeting investors with higher risk tolerance and offering higher returns.