KARA's contract with DSP finishes in January of 2014 (Jiyoung's contract lasts a little longer than the other members until April). Not just that, but their contract with their Japanese distributor Universal Music�ends in December this year a well. But as they're one of the forerunners of K-pop in Korea and Japan, DSP Media most likely won't want to let them go. �

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Although there are rumors that KARA may be leaving DSP Media, DSP Media told Xports News, "We're looking optimistically at renewing our contract with KARA. We're keeping various directions in mind, but we're trying to adjust everything optimistically."

On the issue of their contract with Japanese distributor Universal Music, DSP Media said, "That will depend on whether or not they renew their contract in Korea. We'll also be adjusting their Japanese contract status. Since their contract is ending in December, we'll have a decision before that."

However, DSP Media didn't have much to say in detail, saying, "As we're still talking with KARA, we'll have more details after they're done promoting this time around."�

Additionally, it's been reported that KARA is planning to have a Korean comeback in late August, and will be promoting for about 1 month.

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