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Kyobo Life ROE rises to 20.4% as Fitch maintains ‘A+’ IFS; risky asset ratio climbs

The life insurer's risky asset ratio rose to 179.0% by end-September 2025, exceeding Fitch's guideline for the insurer’s rating category.

By

Reih Angeles

January 9, 2026

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3 min read

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