A structural deep dive into the 2026 year-end tax transition and household tax strategies
Amid high inflation and low growth around the world, the South Korean government enacted a major revision of imputed income tax laws in 2025 to protect the disposable incomes of the poor and middle class and respond to the demographic crisis by encouraging births and marriages. The year-end settlement in early 2026 is the first large-scale settlement process that reflects this policy intention and requires a fundamental change in the tax strategy of working people. This report draws on the latest guidance from the IRS and the key provisions of the revised tax law to provide a comprehensive overview of the new tax law, including housing funds, personal exemptions, utilizing financial products, and promoting a culture of giving...