iM Financial Group completes 40 billion won share buyback trust... Acquires 1.41% treasury stock, expected to enhance shareholder value

iM Financial Group completed the acquisition of 2,261,175 shares (1.41% of total outstanding) through a 40 billion won trust contract with Samsung Securities.
The average purchase price was 17,689 won per share, approximately 6.5% below the current price of 18,920 won, which is expected to contribute to shareholder value.
The trust contract period was from February 23 to June 23, 2026, and the full 40 billion won contract amount has been used, with no further purchases.
There was no change in the stake of the largest shareholder, Afro F&I Loan Co., Ltd. and its related parties, indicating stable management control.
The share buyback may support EPS and stock price, but since the shares are held as treasury stock without announced cancellation, future cancellation or resale should be monitored.
[AI Comprehensive Analysis]The buyback is a positive signal, but the acquisition size is modest at 1.41% and no cancellation plan has been disclosed, limiting immediate shareholder return impact. Future cancellation decisions and additional shareholder return policies will be key variables for the stock price.