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Wednesday, October 7, 2026

Korea’s pension savings insurance cancellations jump 62.7% as savers chase equities — Report

Surrender payouts and reserve requirements are climbing at both life and non-life insurers, raising questions over whether households are trading long-term protection for short-term liquidity.
Seoul cityscape with Han River and Namsan Tower, South Korea, at sunset.
July 16, 2026

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