Korean Air Issues 400 Billion KRW in Unsecured Bonds with Fixed Interest Rates, Neutral Impact on Shareholder Value


  • Korean Air has finalized the issuance conditions for its 118th series of unsecured public bonds, fixing the interest rates at 4.542% for the 2-year tranche and 4.710% for the 3-year tranche, raising a total of 400 billion KRW.
  • This bond issuance is a debt instrument and does not change the outstanding shares of 368,220,661, resulting in zero equity dilution.
  • The purpose of the funds is not explicitly stated but is likely for general corporate purposes or refinancing, which is neutral for growth prospects.
  • Korean Air is a major listed company with high creditworthiness, so counterparty risk is low.
  • [AI Summary]The 400 billion KRW bond issuance by Korean Air adds debt without equity dilution; the unclear use of proceeds and increased leverage lead to a neutral impact on shareholder value, reflected in the final score.

KOSPI Filing Information


  • [Confirmation of Issuance Terms] Securities Registration Statement (Debt Securities)
  • Company: KOREAN AIR LINES (003490)
  • Submission: KOREAN AIR LINES CO.,LTD

  • Shares: 368,220,661
  • Price: 23,800 KRW
  • Market Cap: 8,763.7 B KRW