LS Cable & System Maintains 81.71% Stake in Gaon Cable via Free Share Issuance and Minor Open Market Purchase


  • LS Cable & System increased its shareholding in Gaon Cable from 13,518,043 to 24,332,562 shares due to a free share issuance, but its ownership percentage remained unchanged at 81.71% as the total outstanding shares also increased.
  • A related party, Jeong Hyeon, acquired 48 shares through open market purchase at 429,000 won per share, which is insignificant relative to total shares.
  • The filer holds the stake with the purpose of influencing management, intending to exercise influence over matters such as director appointment and capital changes in the future.
  • Compared to the previous report, the ownership percentage change is 0.00%, confirming no alteration in the existing governance structure.
  • [AI Summary]The free share issuance did not dilute minority shareholders as the controlling stake remained constant at 81.71%. The transaction is neutral to stock price, and the minor open market purchase has no impact on governance. Continued holding for management influence suggests stable control, but no additional shareholder value enhancement plans are disclosed.

KOSPI Filing Information


  • Report on Large Shareholding (General)
  • Company: GAON CABLE (000500)
  • Submission: LS Cable & System

  • Shares: 16,543,115
  • Price: 174,100 KRW
  • Market Cap: 2,880.2 B KRW