K-Pop Activist Pushes BTS Label to Boost SM Bid

The transcript discusses the ownership and strategic plans of SM Entertainment, focusing on HIVE's offer to acquire a stake in the company. Concerns are raised about the offer price and the implications of a partial acquisition, including potential conflicts of interest and market dynamics involving Kakao. The internal dynamics of SM Entertainment are also explored, highlighting the loyalty to founder Lee and the potential impact on employees and artists if HIVE gains control.

What is the rationale provided for believing that HIVE's offer price for SM Entertainment is too low?

What are the expected outcomes of SM Entertainment's new plan called SM 303.0?

What concerns are raised regarding HIVE's acquisition of only 25% of SM Entertainment's stake?

How does the speaker perceive the potential conflict of interest if HIVE does not acquire 100% of SM Entertainment?

What is the speaker's view on the loyalty of K-Pop artists and producers to the founder of SM Entertainment?

What changes in management and strategy are discussed in relation to the retirement of the founder of SM Entertainment?

What potential issues does the speaker foresee if HIVE acquires 40% of SM Entertainment?