Central Pacific Bank announces partnership with Korea Investment & Securities

CPB Chairman, President and CEO Arnold Martines (left) and KIS President and CEO Sung Hwan Kim signed an MOU in Seoul, South Korea on Nov. 13, 2025. Photo courtesy: Korea Investment & Securities

HONOLULU, HI (Nov. 17, 2025) – Central Pacific Bank (CPB) today announced the establishment of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Korea Investment & Securities (KIS). The goal is to support the diverse financial needs of Korean individuals who are seeking opportunities in Hawaii. 

KIS is a leading South Korean financial institution that delivers a broad range of financial services to the diversified client base that includes individuals, financial institutions, and corporations. As of September 30, 2025, KIS reported total assets of KRW 103.9 trillion (approximately USD73.9billion). KIS operates a comprehensive domestic network of 64 locations with an international presence consisting of 11 overseas subsidiaries.

“Through this partnership, we will serve as an extension of KIS in Hawaii, helping support their customers as they explore investment and business opportunities across the islands,” said Arnold Martines, Chairman, President and CEO of Central Pacific Bank. “We look forward to the mutually beneficial relationship." 

“Partnering with Central Pacific Bank enables us to better serve our clients who are increasingly looking at the Hawaii market,” said Sung Hwan Kim, President and CEO of Korea Investment & Securities. “This cooperation will enhance our ability to connect them with stable and appealing overseas opportunities.”   

Photo courtesy: Korea Investment & Securities 

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About Central Pacific Financial Corp.

Central Pacific Financial Corp. is a Hawaii-based bank holding company with approximately $7.42 billion in assets as of Sept. 30, 2025. Central Pacific Bank, its primary subsidiary, operates 27 branches and 55 ATMs in the State of Hawaii. Central Pacific Financial Corp. is traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the symbol “CPF.” For additional information, please visit: cpb.bank