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Financial Intermediation
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KB Securities Co.,Ltd Sustainability Profile

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KB Securities Co., Ltd., headquartered in South Korea (KR), is a prominent player in the financial services industry, specialising in securities and investment solutions. Founded in 1962, the company has established itself as a trusted name in the market, with a strong presence in major operational regions across Asia. Offering a diverse range of core products and services, including brokerage, asset management, and investment banking, KB Securities distinguishes itself through innovative financial solutions tailored to meet client needs. The firm has achieved significant milestones, positioning itself as a leader in the South Korean securities market, recognised for its commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction. With a focus on leveraging technology and expertise, KB Securities continues to enhance its market position and deliver value to its clients.

DitchCarbon Score

How does KB Securities Co.,Ltd's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

52

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Financial Intermediation industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

29

Industry Benchmark

KB Securities Co.,Ltd's score of 52 is higher than 72% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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KB Securities Co.,Ltd's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from KB Financial Group Inc.

KB Securities Co., Ltd, headquartered in South Korea (KR), currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year, as indicated by the absence of reported figures. The company is a current subsidiary of KB Financial Group Inc., which may influence its climate commitments and initiatives. While there are no documented reduction targets or specific emissions figures, KB Securities is aligned with the broader sustainability goals set by its parent company, KB Financial Group Inc. This includes participation in initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and RE100, which aim to promote significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions and transition to renewable energy sources. As a part of its corporate family, KB Securities is expected to adhere to the climate strategies and performance metrics established by KB Financial Group Inc., which may include ambitious targets for reducing Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. However, specific details regarding these targets or achievements have not been disclosed. In summary, while KB Securities Co., Ltd has not provided specific emissions data or reduction targets, it is positioned within a corporate structure that prioritises climate action and sustainability through its affiliation with KB Financial Group Inc.

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Scope 1
14,868,690
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Scope 2
42,836,850
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Scope 3
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0,000,000
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How Carbon Intensive is KB Securities Co.,Ltd's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. KB Securities Co.,Ltd's primary industry is Financial Intermediation, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is KB Securities Co.,Ltd's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for KB Securities Co.,Ltd is in KR, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

KB Securities Co.,Ltd's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

KB Securities Co.,Ltd's Scope 3 emissions, which increased significantly last year and increased significantly since 2017, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Downstream Leased Assets" being the largest emissions source at 91% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Downstream Leased Assets
91%
Use of Sold Products
3%
Employee Commuting
3%
Capital Goods
1%
Purchased Goods and Services
<1%
Business Travel
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%

KB Securities Co.,Ltd's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

KB Securities Co.,Ltd has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

Compare KB Securities Co.,Ltd's Emissions with Industry Peers

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