Shareholders Approve Significant FY2025 Dividend and Key Governance Changes

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KB Financial Group shareholders approved the FY2025 financial statements, a significant cash dividend, a capital reserve reduction, and the appointment of several non-executive directors at its annual general meeting.

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• FY2025 Dividend Approved

  Shareholders approved a year-end cash dividend of KRW 1,605 per common share, bringing the total cash dividend for fiscal year 2025 to KRW 4,367 per common share (including KRW 2,762 already paid).

• Financial Statements Ratified

  The consolidated and separate financial statements for fiscal year 2025, previously reported on March 13, 2026, were formally approved by shareholders.

• Capital Reserve Reduced

  A proposal for the reduction of the company's capital reserve was approved by shareholders.

• Board Appointments Confirmed

  Five non-executive directors were appointed or re-appointed, including one new director, Jeong Ho Seo, and four members to the Audit Committee.

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KB Financial Group's annual general meeting approved a substantial cash dividend for fiscal year 2025, totaling KRW 4,367 per common share (including previously paid quarterly dividends), which represents a significant return to shareholders. This follows the company's strong financial performance for FY2025, as previously reported on March 13, 2026. The approval of financial statements, amendment of articles of incorporation, and reduction of capital reserve are routine but important governance actions. The appointment of new and re-appointed non-executive directors, including one new director, strengthens the board's oversight.