Major domestic companies announced record-breaking performance last year, sparking widespread attention to the economic situation and related industry trends. In particular, these companies are employing various strategies to enhance growth and profitability.
G2G Bio expanded its capital through a paid-in increase of 75 billion KRW by issuing shares to third parties such as KB Securities. This move is interpreted as a strategic action to ensure the company’s future growth potential and to secure funds for advancing new businesses. Meanwhile, UTI invested 14.5 billion KRW in its Vietnam subsidiary, accelerating the expansion of its international network and overseas markets.
Dong-A ST is enhancing shareholder value through a share buyback of 5.1 billion KRW, while Cosmax recorded an operating profit of 195.8 billion KRW, a significant year-over-year increase, setting a new record. This can be seen as evidence of the continued global popularity of K-beauty products. Additionally, Focus AI successfully raised funds by issuing 2 billion KRW in paid-in capital to third parties such as KL1 Fund.
Furthermore, SK Networks is expanding its investment in the AI sector by acquiring an additional stake in Upstage for 47 billion KRW. As Dmatrix’s stock price surged sevenfold and SK Square’s AI investments demonstrate results, these cases indicate that AI technology is serving as a future growth engine for companies and contributing to tangible profits.
This trend suggests that future corporate strategies centered on AI technology and overseas market expansion may be further strengthened. Supported by government policies and changes in the global economic environment, this trend is expected to continue and could present significant opportunities for investors.