Im Jong-hoon Sells 2.5% Stake in Hanmi Science

by Na Seon Hye Posted : July 2, 2026, 19:12Updated : July 2, 2026, 19:12
Photo: Yonhap News
Photo: Yonhap News


Im Jong-hoon, the CEO of Hanmi Pharmaceutical and the second son of the late founder of Hanmi Group, Lim Sung-ki, has agreed to sell a 2.5% stake in Hanmi Science.

According to a report by Yonhap News and the Financial Supervisory Service's electronic disclosure system on July 2, Im will dispose of 1,709,788 shares, representing 2.5% of his holdings in Hanmi Science.

The shares will be sold at a price of 48,000 won each, totaling approximately 82.07 billion won. The buyer is reported to be a private equity fund.

Once the transaction is completed, Im's stake in Hanmi Science will decrease from 5.09% to 2.59%.

Im stated through Hanmi that this decision was made to sincerely continue his father's management philosophy and vision. He added, "Together with my mother and sister, I will fulfill all roles that contribute to the company's development in order to carry on my father's dream of 'Pharmaceuticals for the Nation.'"





* This article has been translated by AI.