Samsung and SK Hynix Advance Share Buybacks Amid Global Market Headwinds

1 report, 1 independent Updated Sep 20

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What happened

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Samsung Electronics has repurchased 39.8 million shares, representing 74.69 percent of its planned buyback, with purchases totaling 10.31 trillion won. SK Hynix has repurchased 14.15 million shares, completing 58.79 percent of its planned repurchase, with both companies expecting to finish their programs by mid-October.

From koreatimes.co.kr

Why it matters

Some supportBrind's analysis of the reports

The share buyback programs by Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix provide a key source of support for Korea's stock market. However, global financial and geopolitical risks, including high U.S. Treasury yields and the Middle East war, are currently weighing on Korean equities.

From koreatimes.co.kr

Who's involved

Samsung ElectronicsExecuting a major share buyback program in the Korean market.
SK HynixExecuting a major share buyback program in the Korean market.
KoreaThe national economy and stock market where these corporate activities take place.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

These are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.

U.S. TreasurySpeculative
High U.S. Treasury yields could increase global borrowing costs and risk-free rates, pressuring equity valuations in Korea.

Coverage

Newest first; wire copies grouped

Sep 20koreatimes.co.kr