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StocksMedium•13 February 2026•

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KB Financial Group Hits Historic Milestone as Stock Surpasses PBR of 1

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KB Financial Group has achieved a historic milestone in the South Korean equity market, becoming the first financial holding company to see its stock price exceed a price-to-book ratio (PBR) of 1. The stock has rallied more than 30% since the beginning of the year, signaling a significant re-rating driven by record-breaking earnings and robust interest income. This valuation surge is also attributed to the group’s strategic shift toward significantly higher shareholder payout ratios. Historically, the South Korean banking sector has traded at a discount, making this breakthrough a potential catalyst for a sector-wide recovery. Market analysts suggest that KB Financial’s performance could bolster investor confidence in other major financial institutions listed on the KOSPI.