Devil is in the legal loophole. Issuing treasury shares to employees as bonuses is an exception that is not bound by the condition of '6 months after treasury shares acquisition.
It would be nearly impossible for Korea Zinc to sell 2.4% of its treasury stock to an external friendly force and transform it into a friendly stake by February 2025.
Although MBK/Young Poong Alliance has the advantage right now in this M&A battle for Korea Zinc, it is by no means over.
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