Kakao Finalizes Wage Negotiations with 6.3% Salary Increase and 3 Million Won Bonus

By BAEK SEO HYUN Posted : August 7, 2026, 16:08 Updated : August 7, 2026, 16:08

Kakao has finalized wage negotiations with its labor union, confirming a 6.3% increase in total annual salary and a special bonus of 3 million won. This agreement brings an end to the uncertainty surrounding wage negotiations between management and labor.


Kakao announced on the afternoon of August 7 that the wage agreement was finalized following a voting process among union members.


The wage agreement includes a 6.3% increase based on total annual salary. The 'Stage Up' fund, which compensates based on job performance, will be managed separately. Additionally, a special bonus of 3 million won will be distributed to employees.


Kakao stated that it plans to faithfully implement the agreement reached through these negotiations and will work together with the union to create a sustainable work environment that allows employees to focus more on their tasks.


This agreement concludes the wage negotiations for this year, and Kakao aims to enhance organizational stability and strengthen its business competitiveness based on the implementation of the wage agreement.





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