Emerging Trends in the ETF Market and the Listing of Balhae Infrastructure Fund
The domestic ETF market continues its vigorous growth, with the investment ratio of ETFs in Individual Savings Accounts (ISAs) surpassing 30%. Experts suggest that enhancing tax-qualified accounts and expanding bond-type ETFs are essential for promoting long-term investments. Efforts are being made to develop customized investor products and improve existing investment systems to encourage more effective long-term investment strategies. Discussions about launching a variety of new products to meet the market demand for bond-type ETFs highlight potential future market entries.
Meanwhile, KB Asset Management recognizes the saturation in the ETF market and plans to list the Balhae Infrastructure Fund as part of its diversification strategy. This fund will invest in social infrastructure such as highways and railways, with expectations of over a 7% dividend rate through its IPO. This move aims to offer investors new portfolio options while seeking stable returns.
In addition, Hanwha Asset Management announced the listing of the PLUS Korea Value-Up ETF. This passive ETF tracks the Korea Value-Up Index, including major stocks like SK Hynix and Samsung Electronics, comprising a total of 100 holdings. With a low total expense ratio of 0.009% and monthly distributions, it will benefit from government value-up support policies and expanded shareholder returns, providing advantages for investors.
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