'자사주 소각 탈출구' 주총서 정관 바꾼 상장사 70곳 넘었다

The 3rd Amendment to the Commercial Code is forcing a major shift in how Korean companies utilize treasury stock, moving away from corporate control towards shareholder returns. While the new mandate for stock retirement aims to enhance shareholder value, the widespread adoption of 'exit clauses' in corporate charters reflects a strategic effort to maintain management flexibility. This trend highlights a critical transition period where companies must reconcile governance stability with global standards of shareholder-centric policies.