Kia Corporation (KRX:000270) said that it purchased a 30 billion won money market trust from affiliate Hyundai Motor Securities (KRX:001500) in a related party transaction, according to a Wednesday filing with the Korean Exchange.
The South Korean automobile manufacturer said the transaction, with maturity due Nov. 12, carries a market-based interest rate and will help improve profitability.
The company's cumulative transactions with Hyundai Motor Securities during the current fiscal year totaled 335 billion won.