First published 10/1/2026, 10:28:15 PM · Last updated 10/1/2026, 10:28:15 PM

Seoul Ranks 7th in Global Financial Centres Index, with Fintech Also Breaking Record

The supplied source reports Seoul placed 7th among 139 cities in the 40th Global Financial Centres Index, up one spot from the prior year, and that its fintech ranking reached an all-time high of 7th. The source also notes Seoul has remained in the Top 10 for four consecutive years.

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Improved GFCI and fintech rankings signal stronger competitiveness in global and digital finance for the city.

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Seoul Ranks 7th in Global Financial Centres Index, with Fintech Also Breaking Record

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