Lotte Group controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2017
Political influence and bribery-related proceedings
Lotte and senior executives were drawn into South Korea's broader political influence investigation, including allegations involving donations and business-related favors. The matter resulted in criminal proceedings and continued scrutiny of chaebol-government relationships.
2016
Investigation into Lotte governance and alleged misconduct
South Korean prosecutors investigated alleged embezzlement, breach of duty, and related governance issues involving Lotte's founder, family members, and affiliates.
2015
Lotte family succession dispute
A leadership conflict between Shin Dong-bin and Shin Dong-joo over control of Lotte Holdings and the wider group exposed the complexity of Lotte's family ownership and cross-border corporate structure.