Hanwha Investment Securities files additional ELS disclosure with high-yield products but significant derivative loss and litigation risks


  • This document is an additional filing for equity-linked securities ELS, confirming issuance terms and risk factors.
  • Hanwha Investment Securities holds treasury stock of 9.0 billion won, to be used for employee incentives.
  • The company holds an AA- credit rating but recorded net derivative losses of 1.68 trillion won and litigation provisions of 46.8 billion won.
  • Issued ELS have potential 100% principal loss and high volatility in underlying assets, requiring investor caution.
  • [AI Summary]The ELS issuance aims to boost short-term profitability, but large derivative losses and litigation risks pressure financial stability. Treasury stock disposal is neutral for share price, and investors must recognize the high-risk structure.

KOSPI Filing Information


  • Additional Documents for Shelf Registration (Derivative-Linked Securities - Equity-Linked Securities)
  • Company: Hanwha Investment & Securities (003530)
  • Submission: Hanwha Investment & Securities Co., Ltd.

  • Shares: 214,547,775
  • Price: 4,720 KRW
  • Market Cap: 1,012.7 B KRW