Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], February 09:KRAFTON, Inc.today announcedthe company’s largestShareholderReturnProgram.
- KRW300 billionto be returned individendpayouts; at least KRW700 billionin shares to be repurchased and canceled
- Initial KRW200 billionshare buyback tocommenceon February 10.
On February 9, KRAFTON’s Board of Directors authorized a Shareholder Return Program for 2026-2028, under which a minimum of KRW1 trillionwill be returned to shareholders over the next three years. This is more than a44% increase compared to thepreviousthree-year program, which totaled KRW693 billionacross 2023-2025.
The new programaims toprovide a higherpredictabilityof shareholder return scale, while strengthening long-term shareholder value. It will be carried outin two streams:1)Dividend payouts,and2)Sharerepurchasesandcancelations.
Dividend Payouts
KRAFTON is implementingdividend payouts for the first time in its history.
- A total of KRW300 billionwill be returned over three years via KRW100 billionannual payouts.
Share Repurchases and Cancelations
- KRAFTON will repurchase at least KRW700 billionworth of shares, all of which will be canceled.
The company’sShareholder Return Program funds, excluding thoseallocatedfor dividend payouts,will befullyplaced towardbuying back stock.With this approach, KRAFTON plans to enhance capital efficiency andstrategicallyrespond to marketneeds.The companywill review opportunities to expand the scale of returnsaccording to financialperformanceand market conditions.
CEO CH Kimannounced,“ThisShareholder Return Programreflects KRAFTON’sfirm commitment toboostingshareholder value. While continuing to develop unique games and pursuingstrategic investments in global markets,we willleverageourcapitaland stableoperating cash flowtocreatesustainable long-term valuethrough shareholderreturns.”
KRAFTON willcommencethe first phase of share repurchases on a scale of KRW200 billionbeginning February 10.
About KRAFTON, Inc.
Headquartered in Korea, KRAFTON, Inc. is dedicated to discovering and publishing captivating games that offer fun and unique experiences. Established in 2007, KRAFTON is built on a global network of 19 creative studios that include PUBG STUDIOS, Striking Distance Studios, Unknown Worlds, Neon Giant, KRAFTON Montréal Studio, Bluehole Studio, RisingWings, 5minlab, Dreamotion, ReLU Games, Flyway Games, Tango Gameworks, inZOI Studio, JOFSOFT, Eleventh Hour Games, OmniCraft Labs, Olivetree Games, Loonshot Games, and 9B STUDIO. Each independent studio strives to continuously take on new challenges and leverage innovative technologies. Their goal is to win over more fans by broadening KRAFTON’s platforms and services.
KRAFTON is responsible for premier game IPs, including PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS, PUBG MOBILE, PUBG: BLINDSPOT, inZOI, Subnautica, MIMESIS, Hi-Fi Rush, Dinkum, TERA, My Little Puppy, and more. With a passionate and driven team across the globe, KRAFTON is a tech-forward company with world-class development capabilities, continuously exploring new possibilities that enhance the gameplay experience — including AI and other emerging technologies. For more information, visit www.krafton.com.
About KRAFTON India
In India, KRAFTON is responsible for premier mobile games, including BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA (BGMI), which has surpassed 250 million downloads, Bullet Echo India, Road To Valor: Empires, and CookieRun India, among others. Committed to enhancing the start-up ecosystem in India, KRAFTON has invested over $200 million in several Indian startups across interactive entertainment, gaming, Esports, and technology, since 2021. KRAFTON actively supports India’s game development ecosystem through its KRAFTON India Gaming Incubator.
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