KDB Capital

KDB Capital

KDB Capital was established in 1972 as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Korea Development Bank. The firm executes the parent bank's mandate for corporate lending, venture investment, and specialized financing in South Korea. It allocates across venture capital, private equity, commercial leasing, and real estate. Confirmed holdings include early positions in Viva Republica (Toss), Orum Therapeutics, Rebellions, Amogy, Nara Space, 3billion, ExoCoBio, and Aidin Robotics. Public equity exposure has included HYBE and HMM. Geographic reach centers on South Korea with additional exposure in the United States through aircraft leasing and energy investments. The firm participates in both direct deals and fund commitments, with ticket sizes ranging from $1 million to $500 million. KDB Capital maintains a staff focused on investment and leasing operations from its Seoul headquarters. It holds membership in the Korea Venture Business Association and sponsors industry events such as Sustainable Finance in Asia in 2022. Adjacent vehicles include the KDB Foundation, established in 2007 to support education and social welfare programs in South Korea. Its ownership by Korea Development Bank creates a direct link between policy lending objectives and commercial investment decisions, allowing coordinated deployment across leasing platforms and venture holdings without reliance on third-party capital raises.