Shinhan's Lotte Insurance deal faces profitability, capital hurdles

Korea Times News ·
South Korea

Shinhan Financial Group is seeking to bolster its nonbank operations by acquiring Lotte Insurance, but analysts cautioned Thursday that a meaningful contribution to group earnings may take time, as the insurer could require substantial additional capital to strengthen its financial position. Concerns over the cost of the deal weighed on Shinhan shares, which plunged 4.31 percent Wednesday…

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