Krafton CEO Changhan Kim Purchases 5 Billion Won Worth of Company Shares

Purchased 21,144 Shares on the Open Market

Company: "Demonstrating Confidence in Growth Through Action"

Changhan Kim, CEO of Krafton, has purchased approximately 5 billion won worth of the company's shares.

Changhan Kim, CEO of Krafton

On March 18, Krafton disclosed that CEO Changhan Kim acquired 21,144 shares through an on-exchange purchase. The acquisition price was 234,249 won per share, amounting to a total of 4,952,960,000 won.

A Krafton spokesperson explained, "The decision to purchase shares was made based on the assessment that the current stock price does not fully reflect the company's intrinsic value and long-term growth strategy. This move is also symbolic, as it directly demonstrates the CEO's strong confidence in Krafton's growth potential and the company's future."

Krafton is currently expanding its franchise IPs with long product life cycles (PLC) based on games, while simultaneously pursuing future businesses leveraging artificial intelligence (AI).

In particular, Krafton is accelerating its expansion into the physical AI sector. The company recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Hanwha Aerospace for the joint development of physical AI technology and the establishment of a joint venture. The aim is to combine Krafton's AI research capabilities and software development expertise with Hanwha Group's industrial infrastructure in the defense and manufacturing sectors.

Meanwhile, CEO Kim made headlines last year for receiving more than 8 billion won in compensation. According to Krafton's 2025 business report, CEO Kim received 568 million won in salary, 7,455 million won in bonuses, and 17 million won in other employment income last year. Notably, his bonus increased by about 39% compared to 5,367 million won in 2024.

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