Certified Firms in South Korea

KB Securities is described as 'the only domestic house competing head-to-head with global banks' in financial advisory in Korea. As part of KB Financial Group, the firm has built a dominant M&A advisory franchise handling Korea's largest and most complex transactions.

Korea Investment & Securities posted ₩396.6 billion in IB net operating income in H1 2025, demonstrating its strength as one of Korea's premier investment banking franchises. The firm provides full-service M&A advisory, ECM, and DCM services.

Korea M&A Corporation, founded in 1995, is the country's first dedicated M&A boutique. As a pioneer in Korea's domestic M&A advisory market, KMNA has built deep expertise in mid-market transactions and business succession planning.

Locus Capital Partners is an independent middle-market advisory firm and a member of the Global M&A Partners network. The firm provides cross-border M&A advisory services connecting Korean companies with international partners.

Mirae Asset Securities is Korea's largest brokerage with a significant investment banking division. The firm provides M&A advisory, structured finance, and capital markets services for Korean corporates and international clients seeking Korean market access.

NH Investment & Securities posted the strongest IB earnings growth (+38.3% YoY) in H1 2025 among Korean brokerages. As part of the NH Financial Group, the firm provides M&A advisory, IPO, and corporate restructuring services.

Samil PwC dominates Korea's M&A league tables, advising on 79 deals worth a combined 16.8 trillion won in 2024. The firm's Deals Advisory practice provides end-to-end transaction services including M&A advisory, due diligence, and post-deal integration.

Samjong KPMG's Deal Advisory practice ranks second in Korea's M&A league tables. The firm provides comprehensive transaction services including M&A advisory, financial due diligence, valuations, and restructuring advisory for both domestic and cross-border deals.

Seoul Capital Partners is a Korean M&A advisory firm focused on consumer and media sectors, helping Korean brands expand internationally and advising on inbound investments into the K-content ecosystem.