DB Group

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DB Group
Native name
DB그룹
Founded1969;54 years ago (1969)
Headquarters,
South Korea
Website www.dbgroup.co.kr
Former logo Dongbu logo (english).svg
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DB Group, formerly Dongbu Group, is a conglomerate based in Seoul, South Korea. DB is engaged in insurance, financial services, and manufacturing businesses. It was established in January 1969 as Miryung Construction Company, Ltd. by Kim Jun-ki. [1] [2]

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  1. Lee, Ho-jeong (March 1, 2009). "Dongbu's strength built on trust". Korea Joongang Daily .
  2. Jhoo, Dong-chan (July 19, 2019). "Founder's scandals hamper DB's rebuilding efforts". The Korea Times .