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Surging Share Buybacks in Korea in 2024

Surging Share Buybacks in Korea in 2024

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Douglas Kim
Dec 30, 2024
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  • Capitalizing on the lower share prices combined with the government's pressure for Corporate Value up improvements, the share buybacks surged in Korea in 2024.

  • As of 27 December 2024, the total treasury shares planned acquisition amount by Korean companies increased by 215% YoY to 11.83 trillion won in 2024.

  • There have been some mixed share price performances among the companies announcing meaningful share buyback/cancellation announcements this year.

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