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Gangneung City is expanding Gangneung Pay local currency benefits.
From November 1-15, the cashback rate increases from 10% to 15%.
Spend 500,000 won and get up to 75,000 won back.
Key facts
When
It runs temporarily for two weeks from November 1-15.
Who
Gangneung City is expanding Gangneung Pay local currency cashback.
What
15% cashback on payments up to 500,000 won monthly limit.
How
Additional 5% cashback at 67 fair-price businesses; ends early if budget runs out.
What it means for me
Gangneung Pay users receive up to 15% cashback on November 1-15 purchases.
Self-employed owners at fair-price registered businesses can attract more customers through additional cashback.
Economy · 2 sources combinedp. 3 / 9
Seongsu Luel popup gallery Open until November 2
Deadline Deadline November 2 · Popup gallery closing date
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In short
Lotte Engineering & Construction opened a popup gallery introducing the Seongsu District 4 redevelopment project in Seoul.
You can visit it at Luel Castle Gallery in Gwangjin-gu, Seoul until November 2.
Not only union members but also the general public can enter by making a reservation.
Visitor info
Location
Luel Castle Gallery, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul
Period
October 24 to November 2
Reservation
Search 'Luel Castle Gallery' on a portal and make a reservation in advance
Key facts
When
It opens on October 24 and operates until November 2.
Where
Luel Castle Gallery in Gwangjin-gu, Seoul, a floating exhibition space along the Han River.
Who
Lotte Engineering & Construction operates it for Seongsu District 4 union members and general customers.
What
It showcases a district model, specialized design, and virtual experience of 3-meter-wide parking spaces.
What it means for me
Union members and those interested in Seongsu District 4 must make a reservation and visit before November 2.
Economy · 2 sources combinedp. 4 / 9
KINTEX G.FAIR Opens 480 Small Businesses Participate
Deadline Deadline October 31 · G.FAIR Korea Event End Date
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In short
The small business exhibition 'G.FAIR Korea' opened at KINTEX in Goyang, Gyeonggi Province.
About 480 companies showcase their products across roughly 600 booths.
Gyeonggi Governor Choo Mi-ae said she hopes consultations will lead to contracts.
Visitor info
Location
KINTEX, Goyang, Gyeonggi Province
Dates
October 29–31, 2026
Key facts
When
It opens on October 29 at KINTEX in Goyang and runs through October 31.
Who
About 480 domestic small and medium-sized enterprises participated.
What
Products in four categories—beauty, food, living, and technology—are showcased across roughly 600 booths.
How
Export consultation meetings with about 600 overseas buyers and purchasing consultation meetings with about 200 merchandisers will be held.
What it means for me
Small business representatives can gain opportunities to expand sales channels through exhibition consultations.
Small manufacturing operators gain opportunities for export and distribution consultations by participating in G.FAIR.
Finance · Planned · 2 sources combinedp. 5 / 9
Personal investment government bonds 20 billion won issuance planned
D-10 Deadline November 17 · Personal investment government bond application deadline
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In short
The Ministry of Finance and Economy will issue 20 billion won in personal investment government bonds in November.
They will be divided into 5 types ranging from 3-year to 20-year maturity bonds.
Applications will be accepted from November 11 to 17.
Key facts
When
Application period is November 11-17, business hours 9 AM to 4 PM.
Who
The Ministry of Finance and Economy announced the November personal investment government bond issuance plan on the 29th.
What
5 billion won in 3-year bonds, 2 billion won in 5-year bonds, 14 billion won in 10-year bonds, 3.5 billion won in 20-year bonds, totaling 20 billion won.
How
You can apply through a dedicated account, retirement pension account sales agency branch visit, or online.
What it means for me
Readers considering government bond investments can refer to the application schedule from November 11-17 and interest rates by type.
Office workers considering idle fund management can check additional interest rates and separate taxation benefits.
Those seeking stable interest income can compare higher maturity holding returns on 10-year and 20-year bonds.
Economy · 2 sources combinedp. 6 / 9
Hyundai Motor ups operating profit But cuts annual sales target
D-23 Deadline November 30 · Q3 dividend record date
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In short
Hyundai Motor increased third-quarter operating profit but lowered its annual sales target.
Domestic factory strikes and Middle East war fallout reduced sales volume.
Rising exchange rates and expanded hybrid vehicle sales protected profitability.
Key facts
When
On October 29, Hyundai Motor announced third-quarter business results.
Who
Hyundai Motor downwardly revised its annual sales target and operating profit margin outlook.
What
Annual sales target cut from 4.583 million vehicles to 4 million, operating profit margin from 6.3–7.3% to 5.5–6.5%.
How
Operating profit rose 5.5% due to won-dollar exchange rate gains and expanded hybrid vehicle sales.
What it means for me
If considering vehicle purchases or related stock investments, slowing industry demand is worth noting.
