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KD Chem to Merge With JK Materials to Expand Film Business

PUBT·11/12/2026 11:09:37
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KD Chem to Merge With JK Materials to Expand Film Business
  • KD Chem will absorb affiliate JK Materials, a packaging-film producer, with completion scheduled for Jan. 22, 2027.
  • The merger will bring BOPE film operations in-house to diversify beyond PVC stabilizers and expand sales through existing overseas distribution channels.
  • JK Materials shareholders will receive 2.3126051 common shares per share, with 825,609 new common shares to be issued.
  • Shareholder votes are scheduled for Dec. 21, 2026; the new shares are slated to begin trading on Feb. 10, 2027.
  • The target posted a KRW 9.13 billion operating loss in 2025, creating potential earnings pressure for the combined business.


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