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Newmark Expands APAC Presence with Korea Launch, Appointing John Pritchard as Country Head

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Newmark Expands APAC Presence with Korea Launch, Appointing John Pritchard as Country Head
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Newmark Expands APAC Presence with Korea Launch, Appointing John Pritchard as Country Head

2025-12-16 06:00 Last Updated At:06:15

NEW YORK and SEOUL, South Korea, Dec. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Newmark Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: NMRK) ("Newmark"), a leading commercial real estate advisor and service provider to global corporations, institutional investors, and owners and occupiers, announces it has established its Korean flagship in Seoul, hiring a seasoned leadership team across multiple disciplines. The office, located in the IFC Complex in Yeouido, officially opens this month and will focus on all industry verticals and asset classes. The business will be led by John Pritchard serving as Managing Director and Country Head. Pritchard brings nearly two decades of experience, having advised global corporates on some of the Korean market's largest occupier transactions.

"Our entry into Korea reflects Newmark's continued evolution as a truly global firm," said Barry Gosin, Chief Executive Officer of Newmark. "Korea is one of Asia's most advanced and rapidly growing economies, defined by innovation and global influence. Establishing a presence here allows us to support corporations expanding internationally and deliver world-class advisory services to clients entering the market. This reinforces our long-term commitment to building a connected, future-focused platform that meets the evolving needs of global clients."

Together with Pritchard, the launch of Newmark's operations in Korea will include a dynamic team operating across key service disciplines. Collectively, the team arrives from leading multinational commercial real estate firms, contributing a broad spectrum of expertise across Korea's most active sectors.

  • Karis Kim, Head of Retail, Tenant Representation: Karis has led flagship retail mandates for the world's largest global brands across Korea, driving market-defining transactions and shaping the country's modern retail landscape.
  • Judy Jang, Head of Research: With over two decades of experience, Judy is well known for best-practice research and for pioneering sector specific market reports. Prior to joining Newmark, she built research platforms at leading global commercial real estate firms.
  • Miji Kyung, Associate Director: Miji advises multinational clients on their Korean corporate real estate strategy. Miji is a leader for the multinational office tenant representation platform, working closely along side Pritchard.
  • Sienna Ahn,Senior Manager, Tenant Representation: Sienna specializes in market intelligence and leasing advisory across Seoul and Korea's key secondary markets.
  • Leadley Park, Senior Manager, Tenant Representation: Leadley's background includes retail and office advisory for global fast-fashion and F&B brands.
  • Chan Joung, Manager, Tenant Representation: Chan advises Korean corporations on overseas expansion strategies across office, logistics, and industrial assets.

"Newmark's business in Korea embodies the next generation of real estate advisory – tech-enabled, insight-driven, and globally connected," said John Pritchard, Managing Director and Country Head – Korea. "As the world's 10th-largest economy and a global leader in sectors including technology, automotive, logistics, and finance, the country's outward investment momentum and deep corporate sophistication make it a central gateway for international occupiers and investors. With an accomplished leadership team already in place, we are establishing a presence that connects Korea's most innovative enterprises to opportunities worldwide."

As one of the fastest-growing commercial real estate firms in the world, Newmark continues to invest in expanding its capabilities, infrastructure, and geographic footprint, building on its record of sustained growth and its commitment to excellence across service lines and geographies. The opening of Newmark's Korea office follows recent expansions in Bangalore, Chennai, Dubai, Singapore, Munich and Paris.

About Newmark
Newmark Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: NMRK), together with its subsidiaries ("Newmark"), is a world leader in commercial real estate, seamlessly powering every phase of the property life cycle. Newmark's comprehensive suite of services and products is uniquely tailored to each client, from owners to occupiers, investors to founders, and startups to blue-chip companies. Combining the platform's global reach with market intelligence in both established and emerging property markets, Newmark provides superior service to clients across the industry spectrum. For the twelve months ended September 30, 2025, Newmark generated revenues of over $3.1 billion. As of September 30, 2025, Newmark and its business partners together operated from approximately 170 offices with over 8,500 professionals across four continents. To learn more, visit nmrk.com or follow @newmark.

Discussion of Forward-Looking Statements about Newmark
Statements in this document regarding Newmark that are not historical facts are "forward-looking statements" that involve risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements. These include statements about the Company's business, results, financial position, liquidity, and outlook, which may constitute forward-looking statements and are subject to the risk that the actual impact may differ, possibly materially, from what is currently expected. Except as required by law, Newmark undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements. For a discussion of additional risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements, see Newmark's Securities and Exchange Commission filings, including, but not limited to, the risk factors and Special Note on Forward-Looking Information set forth in these filings and any updates to such risk factors and Special Note on Forward-Looking Information contained in subsequent reports on Form 10-K, Form 10-Q or Form 8-K.

 

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Newmark Expands APAC Presence with Korea Launch, Appointing John Pritchard as Country Head

Newmark Expands APAC Presence with Korea Launch, Appointing John Pritchard as Country Head

Newmark Expands APAC Presence with Korea Launch, Appointing John Pritchard as Country Head

Newmark Expands APAC Presence with Korea Launch, Appointing John Pritchard as Country Head

HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam, April 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- JustMarkets, a leading international financial brokerage platform, today announced a strategic directive focused on optimizing the gold trading experience through an advanced technological ecosystem. Amidst the volatile gold market of 2026, JustMarkets aims to serve as the "extended arm" that empowers investors to transition from instinctive reactions to professional resilience.

Challenges of the 2026 Gold Market

The current gold market has shifted from a silent "safe haven" into a high-stakes "race track" requiring sharp tactical acumen. According to expert assessments, traditional "buy and hold" strategies are no longer optimal as global geopolitical variables and monetary policy shifts become increasingly unpredictable.

A primary pitfall for the masses remains the "Fear of Missing Out" (FOMO) when prices hit peaks, or panic selling during minor market corrections. In 2026, gold prices move in challenging sine waves. To avoid being "submerged" by these fluctuations, investors require a technological foundation that allows for split-second reactions rather than enduring long queues at physical gold shops with exorbitant buy-sell spreads.

Technological Solutions from JustMarkets

To address these modern challenges, JustMarkets focuses on providing an ecosystem designed to eliminate both psychological and technical barriers:

  • Ultra-Fast Execution Speed: The infrastructure is optimized to ensure gold trading orders are executed instantly. Aims to minimize slippage during periods of high liquidity — the greatest fear for investors during high market volatility. When technology guarantees precision, it fosters a "cool head" necessary to maintain strict trading discipline.
  • Optimized Spreads: By offering extremely low spreads for gold pairs, the platform helps users increase their safety margins. This allows for flexible capital management without the burden of hidden fees that often erode profits immediately upon opening a position.
  • Absolute "One-Touch" Liquidity: JustMarkets provides the ability to take profits or cut losses instantly via a mobile application. This directly resolves the helplessness felt by physical gold investors who cannot sell quickly enough during sharp price drops.
  • Automated Risk Management: Features such as automated Stop Loss and Take Profit allow investors to filter out technical "noise" and personal emotions. This system protects assets 24/7, freeing investors from the need to be constantly glued to their screens.

A Long-Term Vision

JustMarkets identifies gold trading as a marathon, not a sprint. The difference between success and failure in 2026 lies in the ability to control emotions and master the available tools. By providing a robust infrastructure, JustMarkets is committed to accompanying investors in upgrading their mindsets and operating gold as a sophisticated financial instrument.

Success in this era is not defined by how much gold one possesses, but by how skillfully and bravely one masters the navigating the financial markets.

About JustMarkets

JustMarkets is a global financial trading platform designed to eliminate technical "noise," enabling investors to focus on what matters most: making accurate decisions. With modern infrastructure and professional services, JustMarkets serves as a reliable partner for those seeking to master the financial arena.

Risk Warning: Trading financial instruments involves significant risk and may not be suitable for all investors. Market conditions can change rapidly, and losses may exceed deposits. Ensure you understand the risks involved and trade responsibly.

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JustMarkets Affirms Technological Leadership in Gold Trading Support for 2026

JustMarkets Affirms Technological Leadership in Gold Trading Support for 2026

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