S Korea tycoon escapes paying $1bn in 'divorce of the century'
Published: 10/16/2025

South Korea tycoon Chey Tae-won escapes $1bn divorce payout in 'divorce of the century' case, deemed the largest in South Korea. Supreme Court rejects lower court's decision, ruling ex-wife's father's 30bn won fund not part of joint assets. Despite alimony payment upheld, SK Group head Mr. Chey retains control over key subsidiaries like SK Telecom and SK Innovation.



