Updated Mar 17, 2026 by SNK Corporation
Legal · May 18, 2022
Published by SNK Corporation
SNK Corporation officially delisted its Korean Depositary Receipts from the KOSDAQ market on May 18, 2022, marking the conclusion of its status as a publicly traded company in South Korea. This transition follows a strategic acquisition process initiated by the Electronic Gaming Development Company (EGDC), a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Mohammed Bin Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Foundation. The acquisition aligns with EGDC’s objective to enhance the corporate value of the Osaka-based developer by integrating it into a broader portfolio focused on media, culture, and technology. The delisting process was triggered by a successful tender offer conducted between December 2021 and February 2022. Following this period, EGDC secured a 96.18% ownership stake in the company, representing over 20 million Korean Depositary Receipts. This significant concentration of ownership met the criteria for delisting under KOSDAQ market regulations. Consequently, an extraordinary general meeting of shareholders held in April 2022 approved the application for delisting, which received formal approval from the Korea Exchange in early May. Moving forward, EGDC intends to exercise its right to request the sale of all remaining shares to become the sole owner of the company. This move transforms SNK into a private, wholly-owned subsidiary, ending a public listing period that began in May 2019. The company intends to focus on long-term growth and social contribution under its new ownership structure while maintaining its corporate headquarters in Suita, Osaka. This shift reflects a broader trend of private investment within the global gaming industry, specifically involving capital from the Middle East aimed at diversifying technological and cultural assets.
2022 年 5 月 18 日 各 位 大阪府吹田市江坂町1丁目 16番 17号 株 式 会 社 S N K 代表取締役社長 CEO 松原 健二 当社株式の韓国取引所(KOSDAQ)上場廃止に関するお知らせ 株式会社SNK(本社:大阪府吹田市)は、2022年5 月18 日をもちまして、韓国取引所KOSDAQ市場に おいて、当社KDRが上場廃止となりましたことをお知らせいたします。 経緯といたしましては、当社は普通株式を裏付資産として韓国預託決済院(以下、KSDという。) により大韓民国で発行された韓国預託証券(以下、KDRという。)を韓国取引所KOSDAQにおいて 2019年5 月7 日より上場しておりました。 当社の特別支配株主であるエレクトロニック・ゲーミング・ディベロップメント・カンパニー (Electronic Gaming Development Company、以下「EGDC」といいます。)は、サウジアラビアの10 代及び20代の若年層が主に教育、メディア、文化及び技術の分野で活躍できるよう支援することを目的 として2011年8月20日に設立された非営利目的の財団であるMohammed Bin Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Foundationにより設立された100%子会社であります。 EGDCは、当社株券等を取得及び保有することを事業の内容とし、日韓公開買付け成立後に当社の経 営支配権を取得し、当社の経営に参加してその企業価値を高め、発展させることを主たる目的として設 立されております。 EGDCが、2021年12 月17 日から2022年2月10日までを公開買付期間として実施した日韓における当 社に対する公開買付けの結果、2022年2月15日をもって、EGDCは当社KDR 20,256,653個(当社普通 株式202,566株相当、所有割合:96.18%)を保有いたしました。 これにより、当社のKDRは、韓国取引所KOSDAQ市場の上場廃止基準に該当することとなり、2022 年4 月14 日開催の臨時株主総会において、上場廃止申請をする旨を決議し、同日、上場廃止を申請し、 5月4 日に韓国取引所に承認され、5月18 日上場廃止日と決定されました。 今後の予定といたしましては、EGDCが株式売渡請求により当社株式の全てを取得し、当社は同社の 完全子会社となります。 株主の皆様をはじめ関係各位には、当社の経営にご理解とご支援を賜りましたことを心より感謝申 し上げます。当社は今後、より一層の企業価値の向上に努め、社会への貢献に努めてまいる所存でご ざいますので、引き続き変わらぬご理解とご支援を賜りますよう、よろしくお願い申し上げます。 以上 本リリースに関するお問い合わせは下記までお願い致します。 株式会社 SNK 人事総務部 榊田 TEL:06-6339-6362 [email protected]
NEXON Co., Ltd. has formalized a strategic reduction in its equity base through the mandatory cancellation of treasury shares, a move approved by its Board of Directors in accordance with Article 178 of the Companies Act. This corporate action involves the retirement of 36,487,500 ordinary shares, representing approximately 4.4% of the company’s total issued shares as of January 31, 2026. By eliminating these shares, the company effectively reduces its total outstanding share count to an expected 792,078,539 shares, thereby consolidating ownership for existing shareholders. The scope of this cancellation encompasses the entirety of the treasury shares held by the company as of the end of January 2026. The execution of this retirement is scheduled for February 27, 2026. This decision reflects a standard capital management practice within the Japanese gaming and technology sectors, typically aimed at improving earnings per share and enhancing shareholder value by permanently removing shares from circulation. The data provided indicates a precise adjustment to the company's capital structure within the Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market. This administrative procedure follows the company's internal governance protocols and adheres to Japanese regulatory requirements for publicly traded entities. The financial impact is centered on the contraction of the share float rather than a change in the underlying business operations or geographic footprint of the organization.
Nacon has initiated a temporary suspension of trading for its shares on the Euronext Paris regulated market effective February 20, 2026. This decision follows a critical financial development involving its majority shareholder, Bigben Interactive, which recently announced an inability to proceed with a partial repayment of 43 million euros to bondholders. This default by the parent company has created a significant impact on Nacon’s own liquidity position and operational stability, necessitating immediate intervention to protect the company's interests and stakeholders. The current financial situation requires the rapid implementation of a comprehensive debt restructuring plan with creditors to ensure the continuity of operations. Nacon is currently evaluating the use of formal legal procedures under the supervision of the commercial court to facilitate this restructuring process. In addition to the suspension of share trading, the company has also suspended its liquidity contract. These measures are intended to remain in place until a further update is provided, which is expected within the coming days. Despite these immediate financial challenges, Nacon remains a significant entity in the AA video game publishing and peripherals market, reporting 167.9 million euros in revenue and 1.1 million euros in operating profit for the 2024/2025 fiscal year. The company maintains a global workforce of over 1,000 employees across 16 development studios and 25 subsidiaries. This suspension marks a pivotal moment for the organization as it seeks to stabilize its balance sheet and navigate the contagion effects of its majority shareholder’s financial distress.
KADOKAWA Corporation has authorized the disposal of treasury shares to support its performance-linked stock remuneration system. This strategic financial move involves the issuance of 903,100 shares of common stock at a price of 3,250 yen per share, totaling approximately 2.94 billion yen. The transaction is scheduled for completion on February 18, 2026, with the shares being allocated to a trust account managed by Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank. The primary objective of this disposal is to sustain an incentive program designed for executive officers of KADOKAWA and directors of its subsidiaries, including entities such as Dwango and KADOKAWA Future Publishing. By utilizing a trust-based system established in 2017, the company aims to align executive compensation with shareholder value and long-term corporate growth. The disposal price was determined based on the closing market price of the stock on the Tokyo Stock Exchange on the business day immediately preceding the board's resolution, ensuring an objective and fair valuation. The scope of this action affects the broader KADOKAWA group within the Japanese media and gaming industry. The total number of shares being disposed of represents a dilution of 0.61% relative to the total issued shares and voting rights as of September 30, 2025. Management has concluded that this level of dilution is reasonable and will have a negligible impact on the secondary market. The trust is structured as a third-party managed entity, and notably, the voting rights associated with the shares held within the trust will not be exercised during the trust period, which is currently slated to run through August 2027.
PCF Group S.A. initiated a strategic capital restructuring and governance overhaul through a series of resolutions aimed at financing an expanded production pipeline. The primary objective involves a share capital increase via the private subscription of up to 5,853,941 Series F ordinary shares. This issuance, targeting a fundraising goal between 205 million and 295 million PLN, is designed to bypass traditional pre-emptive rights to expedite funding for key development projects, including Project Dagger, Bifrost, and Victoria. While existing pre-emptive rights are waived to facilitate a book-building process among qualified investors, shareholders holding at least 0.25% of the company are granted priority rights to maintain their proportional ownership. The structural changes extend to the company’s Articles of Association, formalizing a concentrated governance model centered on a Group of Authorized Shareholders. This group, led by Sebastian Wojciechowski, retains the personal right to appoint the majority of the Supervisory Board and its Chairperson provided they maintain a collective 40% voting stake. Furthermore, specific provisions grant Wojciechowski the personal authority to appoint the CEO as long as his individual holding remains above 25%. These amendments are paired with the elimination of authorized capital provisions to protect investors from further dilution following the Series F issuance. Operational and financial protocols are also modernized to support the company’s growth on the Warsaw Stock Exchange. The updated statutes mandate the establishment of an Audit Committee and allow Management Board members to receive separate compensation for direct involvement in game production or advisory services. Financial transparency is reinforced through strict reporting timelines and the authorization of dividend advances. These measures collectively establish a framework for PCF Group S.A. to scale its production capabilities while consolidating executive control and ensuring the dematerialization and listing of new securities.