Chairman Chey Tae-won Makes First Purchase of SK hynix Shares…Growing Interest in the Background

SK Chairman Chey Tae-won bought about 4.8 billion won worth of SK hynix shares in the open market in his personal capacity.

It was his first personal purchase, using salary and bonuses received from SK hynix, and is seen as a sign of responsible management and support for the stock price.

The move comes amid ongoing labor tensions over expanding stock-based bonuses, leading to mixed interpretations.

With Chey also facing a large asset-split burden, the purchase is drawing attention as both a management signal and a strategic decision.