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Hyundai and Union Reach Tentative Wage Deal With Pay Raise, Large Bonuses

The package faces a member ballot next Tuesday after months of contentious talks.

Overview

  • Monthly base pay would rise by 100,000 won for unionized workers.
  • Workers would receive performance-based bonuses equal to 450% of monthly wages plus 15.8 million won in cash.
  • The package also includes 30 Hyundai Motor shares per worker and 200,000 won in traditional market gift certificates.
  • The agreement was reached in the 21st round of negotiations at Hyundai’s Ulsan plant following limited strikes, including the first walkout in seven years last week.
  • Union members are scheduled to vote on ratification next Tuesday, with further action or talks possible if the deal is rejected.