Webull Teams Up with Meritz Financial to Expand into South Korea's Investment Market

Webull's Bold Move into South Korea with Meritz Financial

Webull Corporation, a notable player in the online investment sector, announced a significant strategic alliance with Meritz Financial Group, one of South Korea’s most esteemed financial institutions. This partnership aims to broaden the access of South Korean investors to U.S. equities and to introduce them to an array of innovative trading tools offered by Webull. This move signifies Webull's first venture into the South Korean market, aligning with their objective to democratize investment opportunities globally.

The collaboration is set to empower investors in South Korea by leveraging Meritz's longstanding reputation and robust client base, paired with Webull's advanced technological platform. As articulated by Anthony Denier, Group President and U.S. CEO at Webull, this partnership is not merely an expansion but a pivotal step towards crafting a seamless, borderless investment experience for individuals across the world. He expressed excitement at welcoming South Korean investors into the Webull community, emphasizing the company’s commitment to providing powerful tools and resources to enhance their investment journey.

With this new agreement, users of Meritz will gain streamlined access to the U.S. capital markets through Webull's affiliation with Apex Fintech Solutions. Moreover, they will also be invited into Webull's extensive global community, where they can collaborate with millions of like-minded traders. This environment fosters shared insights and real-time discussions around various investment opportunities, particularly in U.S. equities.

CEO of Meritz Securities Co., Ltd., Wonjae Jang, echoed the enthusiasm surrounding this collaboration, stating, "We are proud to join forces with Webull to deliver a next-generation AI-powered global investment platform for our customers." This joint effort seeks to establish an open ecosystem where technology and insight can collectively empower investors to engage more fervently in global markets.

As noted by Jangwook Lee, Executive Director of the Inno Biz Center at Meritz, the partnership is poised to foster further joint initiatives, contributing to the cultivation of a global investment ecosystem that celebrates innovation and cross-border collaboration.

This partnership resonates with Webull's broader globalization strategy, reinforcing its mission of making premium financial tools accessible to investors far and wide, irrespective of their geographic locations.

About Webull Corporation: Founded with the mission to innovate the investment experience, Webull operates within a cutting-edge global framework of licensed brokerages, extending services across North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, and Latin America. With a user base exceeding 24 million, Webull allows retail investors to participate in a myriad of trading opportunities, including stocks, ETFs, options, futures, and digital assets, around the clock.

About Meritz Securities: A tenured name in South Korea’s financial landscape, Meritz Securities offers encompassing investment services, including brokerage, asset management, and investment banking to both retail and institutional clients. Committed to digital transformation, Meritz integrates advanced technologies to craft smarter, more accessible financial experiences for its clientele today and in the future.