On August 19, 2026, SK hynix Inc.'s Board approved the cancellation of up to 24,070,000 common treasury shares with an estimated aggregate value of 40 trillion Korean Won. The company plans to acquire these shares via open-market purchases between August 20 and November 19, 2026, using distributable profits. This action reduces the total issued share count from approximately 730.5 million while leaving capital unchanged. SK hynix Inc. operates in the semiconductor industry, specializing in memory chips and storage solutions.

SK hynix announced an updated shareholder return policy for the 2025-2027 period, committing to distribute over 50% of cumulative Free Cash Flow to shareholders through treasury share acquisitions and cash dividends. The company initiated an immediate capital return by acquiring and canceling approximately Won 40 trillion in treasury shares, citing that its recent stock price is undervalued relative to intrinsic value. While specific dividend amounts are not yet finalized, management indicated it is reviewing expansions of both fixed and special dividends, with further details on scale and methods to be determined by the board and announced alongside the third-quarter earnings report. SK hynix operates in the semiconductor industry, specializing in the design, development, and manufacturing of memory and logic chips.

On August 19, 2026, SK hynix Inc.'s board approved the open-market acquisition of up to 24,070,000 common shares for approximately KRW 40 trillion. The company intends to cancel these treasury shares to improve shareholder value. Purchases will occur between August 20 and November 19, 2026, with a daily limit of 2,407,000 shares based on the prior day's closing price of KRW 1,662,000. SK hynix Inc. operates in the semiconductor industry, specializing in memory and storage solutions.