Capital management, Life and Health, Non-life, Regulatory

Korea’s 50% core-capital rule may force insurers away from subordinated funding — Fitch

The rules introduce a parallel capital test that operates separately from headline K-ICS ratios and carries its own escalation framework for supervisory action.

Reih Angeles

January 16, 2026

•

3 min read

The Inaugural Recognising excellence in Asia's insurance industry Find out more → Entries close
28 August

Banner for 22nd SIRC: 'Capacity to Capability'—Building resilience through innovation; futuristic city skyline with a glowing highway; Nov 1–5, 2026 at Sands Expo & Convention Centre.

Already a member? Sign in →

MEMBERS ONLY

Continue reading with a free account.

• Free daily briefing in your inbox each morning

• 14 day trial to (Re)in Asia's premium intelligence

• No credit card required

The Inaugural Recognising excellence in Asia's insurance industry Find out more → Entries close
28 August

Dedicated hubs

Insight by...

Insight by type

Korea’s 50% core-capital rule may force insurers away from subordinated funding — Fitch