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#K-pop earnings

SM Posts Record Q1 Earnings Driven by aespa, EXO, RIIZE

SM Entertainment posted record-breaking first-quarter earnings for 2026, powered by the global success of its artists and strong growth in concerts and merchandise sales. According to regulatory filings released on...

#aespa#EXO#K-pop earnings#NCT DREAM#RIIZE#SM Entertainment
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HYBE Nears Record Q1 Revenue on BTS, Rising Acts

HYBE has reported its strongest first-quarter performance to date, with revenue nearing 700 billion KRW, driven by the global impact of BTS and steady growth from emerging artists across its...

#Bang Si Hyuk#BTS#ENHYPEN#HYBE#K-pop earnings#Katseye#SEVENTEEN#Weverse
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Lim Young-woong Earns 15.5 Billion Won in 2025

South Korean singer Lim Young-woong generated approximately 15.5 billion won ($11–12 million) in earnings in 2025, according to newly disclosed financial filings, underscoring his continued commercial strength in the domestic...

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G-Dragon Estimated to Earn Over $48M in 2025 Settlement

G-Dragon Reportedly Earns Over 65 Billion Won in 2025 Kwon Ji-yong, widely known as G-Dragon, is estimated to have received more than 65 billion won (approximately $48 million) in settlement...

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K-pop Girl Group Ranking February – IVE Surpasses BLACKPINK

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Leeseo, Ahyeon, Han Yujin Among 2007-Line Idols Becoming Adults in 2026

Idols who became adults this year From left are Han Yunjin of Zerobaseone, Leeseo of IVE and Kyungmin of TWS
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Stray Kids Members Personality Analysis: Exciting Emotional Traits

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Stray Kids Promotion Ambassador Roles: Versace, LV, TH, GUESS

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K‑pop Dominates IFPI 2025 Global Music Charts

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ITZY’s Chaeryeong Reportedly Set for November Solo Debut

ITZY’s Chaeryeong is reportedly preparing to make her official solo debut in November.
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IVE’s Jang Wonyoung Tops May 2026 Brand Reputation Rankings

IVE’s Jang Wonyoung ranked No.1 in the May 2026 girl group individual brand reputation rankings, followed by BLACKPINK’s Jennie and aespa’s Karina.
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NCT 127 and NCT DREAM Renew Contracts With SM

NCT 127 and NCT DREAM will continue with SM Entertainment after renewing their contracts during NCT’s 10th anniversary year. (Photo: SM Entertainment)
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PSY Summarily Indicted Over Prescription Drug Case

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BTS’s Jungkook Tops YouTube Korea Searches Again

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