Woori Bank launches deposit product to mark Kim Ku’s 150th birthday

Woori Bank introduced the “Our Wish Regular Deposit & Savings” scheme to commemorate the 150th anniversary of Korean independence leader Kim Ku and the 81st Liberation Day. The products are offered in 6‑month and 12‑month terms. Base interest rates are 3.10% (6 mo) and 3.40% (12 mo) for deposits, with an additional 0.20 percentage‑point bonus for participants who submit a personal wish, raising the maximum rates to 3.30% and 3.60% respectively. Savings accounts start at 4.29% (6 mo) and 3.00% (12 mo) and can reach up to 8.29% and 7.00% when both the wish‑submission and a recent‑non‑holder condition are met.

The offering is limited to a total of 1 trillion won and is sold on a first‑come, first‑served basis until 31 August 2026. Customers who deposit at least 10 million won and save at least 500 000 won per month can also enter a draw for special commemorative goods. UNESCO has designated 2026 as the “Kim Ku 150th Anniversary Year,” which the bank cited as the inspiration for the cultural‑finance product.