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Share repurchase tops NTD$391,855,237 at United Microelectronics (NYSE: UMC)

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United Microelectronics Corporation reports recent progress in its share repurchase program and insider share activity. As of 2026/05/11, the company had most recently repurchased 4,166,000 common shares for a total of NTD$391,855,237, at an average price of NTD$94.06 per share. During the repurchase period, UMC held a cumulative 8,332,000 of its own shares, equal to 0.07% of its issued shares. The filing also includes a monthly report for April 2026 on trading, pledges, and clearance of pledges by directors, executive officers, and 10% shareholders, with the provided tables showing no reported changes in shareholdings or pledged shares.

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Shares currently repurchased 4,166,000 shares Most recent repurchase disclosure as of 2026/05/11
Current repurchase amount NTD$391,855,237 Total monetary amount of shares currently repurchased
Average repurchase price NTD$94.06 per share Current average repurchase price per share
Cumulative own shares held 8,332,000 shares Cumulative own shares held during the repurchase period
Cumulative repurchases vs issued shares 0.07% Cumulative own shares held as a percentage of issued shares
Disclosure trigger threshold NTD$300 million Value threshold for announcing cumulative shares repurchased
Reporting month for insider activity April, 2026 Period covered for trading and pledge report
shares repurchased financial
"To announce accumulative shares repurchased exceeding NTD$300 million in value"
Common share financial
"Type of shares currently repurchased: Common share"
A common share is a type of ownership in a company that gives the holder a claim to a portion of the company’s profits and assets. It often comes with voting rights, allowing shareholders to participate in decisions about the company’s direction. For investors, owning common shares can mean potential for growth and income, but also involves a higher level of risk compared to other types of investments.
10% shareholders financial
"10% shareholders of United Microelectronics Corporation (“UMC”)"
pledge of UMC common shares financial
"the pledge and clear of pledge of UMC common shares by directors"
shares issued financial
"accounted for 2 percent or more of the shares issued by the company"

 

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 6-K

REPORT OF FOREIGN ISSUER

PURSUANT TO RULE 13a-16 OR 15d-16

OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

May 11, 2026

(Commission File Number: 001-15128)

United Microelectronics Corporation

(Translation of registrant’s name into English)

No. 3 Li-Hsin 2nd Road,

Hsinchu Science Park,

Hsinchu, Taiwan, R.O.C.

(Address of principal executive office)

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover Form 20-F or Form 40-F.

Form 20-F Form 40-F

Indicate by check mark if the registrant is submitting the Form 6-K in paper as permitted by Regulation S-T Rule 101 (b) (1):

Indicate by check mark if the registrant is submitting the Form 6-K in paper as permitted by Regulation S-T Rule 101 (b) (7):

 


 

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereto duly authorized.

 

United Microelectronics Corporation

 

 

 

By:

Chitung Liu

Name:

Chitung Liu

Title:

CFO

Date: May 11, 2026

 

 

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EXHIBIT INDEX

Exhibit

 

Description

 

99

 

 

6K on 05/11/2026

 

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Exhibit

Exhibit Description

 

99.1 Announcement on 2026/05/11: To announce accumulative shares repurchased exceeding NTD$300 million in value

99.2 Announcement on 2026/05/10: the trading and pledge of UMC common shares by directors, executive officers and 10% shareholders of UMC

 

 


 

Exhibit 99.1

To announce accumulative shares repurchased exceeding NTD$300 million in value

1. Date the cumulative no. of shares currently repurchased accounted for 2 percent or more of the shares issued by the company, or amounted to NT$300 million or more: 2026/05/11

2. No. of shares currently repurchased (shares): 4,166,000 shares

3. Type of shares currently repurchased: Common share

4. Total monetary amount of shares currently repurchased (NTD): NTD$391,855,237

5. Current average repurchase price per share (NTD): NTD$94.06

6. Cumulative no. of the company's own shares held during the repurchase period (shares): 8,332,000 shares

7. Cumulative no. of the company's own shares held during the repurchase period as a percentage of the total no. of the company’s issued shares: 0.07%

8. Any other matters that need to be specified: None

 


 

Exhibit 99.2

United Microelectronics Corporation

For the month of April, 2026

This is to report 1) the trading of directors, executive officers and 10% shareholders of United Microelectronics Corporation (“UMC”) (NYSE: UMC); 2) the pledge and clear of pledge of UMC common shares by directors, executive officers and 10% shareholders of UMC;

1)
The trading of directors, executive officers and 10% shareholders

Title

Name

Number of shares as of March 31, 2026

Number of shares as of April 30, 2026

Changes

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2)
The pledge and clear of pledge of UMC common shares by directors, executive officers and 10% shareholders:

Title

Name

Number of shares as of March 31, 2026

Number of shares as of April 30, 2026

Changes

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FAQ

How many United Microelectronics (UMC) shares were recently repurchased?

United Microelectronics recently repurchased 4,166,000 common shares. These shares cost a total of NTD$391,855,237, at an average price of NTD$94.06 per share, as part of its ongoing share repurchase program disclosed in the latest report.

What is the total value of UMC’s share repurchases as of May 11, 2026?

As of 2026/05/11, UMC’s share repurchases reached at least NTD$391,855,237 for the current tranche. The company disclosed that the cumulative repurchase value had exceeded NTD$300 million, triggering this announcement requirement under local regulations.

What percentage of United Microelectronics’ issued shares has been repurchased?

UMC reported that cumulative own shares held during the repurchase period totaled 8,332,000 shares. This represents 0.07% of the company’s issued shares, indicating a relatively small portion of the total share base has been bought back so far.

What was UMC’s average share repurchase price in this period?

The average repurchase price for UMC’s latest buyback was NTD$94.06 per common share. This figure is calculated from total spending of NTD$391,855,237 for 4,166,000 shares and provides a reference level for the company’s recent buyback activity.

Did UMC directors or major shareholders change their holdings in April 2026?

The April 2026 report lists trading and pledges of UMC common shares by directors, executive officers, and 10% shareholders. The provided tables show headers but no populated rows, indicating no reported changes in holdings or pledged shares for that month in this disclosure.

Why did United Microelectronics issue this 6-K filing in May 2026?

UMC issued this 6-K to disclose two items: its cumulative share repurchases exceeding NTD$300 million in value and a monthly summary for April 2026 covering trading, pledges, and clearances of pledges by directors, executive officers, and 10% shareholders of the company.

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