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014990$793.0058

In The F Co Ltd

Apparel & AccessoriesVerified
Score breakdown
Valuation+25Profitability+20Sentiment+9Risk penalty-3Missing signals-1
Quality breakdown
Key fields100Profile38Conclusion97AI synthesis40Observations10

The company’s capital structure is characterized by a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.27, indicating a moderate reliance on debt financing. Its liquidity position is weak, with a current ratio of 0.71 and negligible cash and equivalents of 180 KRW, which is insufficient to cover short-term obligations. The price-to-book ratio of 1.57 suggests that the market values the company slightly above its book value, but the negative net income of -107,255,720 KRW and a return on equity of -0.0028 highlight poor profitability and asset utilization [doc:014990.KS]. Profitability metrics show significant underperformance relative to industry norms. The company’s operating income of 1,191,459,860 KRW is a small fraction of its revenue of 104,591,440,090 KRW, and its return on assets of -0.0009 indicates that it is not generating returns from its asset base. Gross profit of 61,823,835,290 KRW is also underwhelming given the scale of operations, suggesting either high production costs or low pricing power [doc:014990.KS]. The company’s revenue is concentrated in its domestic market, with no disclosed international segments. This lack of geographic diversification increases exposure to local economic conditions and regulatory changes. The absence of segment-specific revenue data limits the ability to assess the performance of individual brand lines such as JOINUS, COMPAGNA, or mosvani [doc:014990.KS]. Growth prospects appear muted, with the company reporting a net loss in the latest period. Analysts have estimated a negative EPS of -55.00 KRW, reflecting ongoing profitability challenges. The company’s capital expenditure of -2,113,776,530 KRW suggests a reduction in investment, which may signal a defensive strategy or financial constraints [doc:014990.KS]. The risk assessment highlights liquidity concerns, with a medium risk rating due to negative net cash after subtracting total debt. The company’s dilution risk is currently low, but the absence of cash reserves and the presence of long-term debt of 48,010,932,290 KRW could necessitate future equity issuance. No dilution adjustments have been applied in the valuation, but the risk of future dilution remains a potential headwind [doc:014990.KS]. Recent financial filings and transcripts have not disclosed any major strategic shifts or new product launches. The company’s negative net income and weak operating cash flow suggest ongoing operational challenges. No significant events have been reported that would indicate a near-term turnaround or restructuring [doc:014990.KS].

30-day price · 014990+15.00 (+2.0%)
Low$717.00High$830.00Close$759.00As of7 May, 00:00 UTC
Profile
CompanyIn The F Co Ltd
Ticker014990.KS
SectorConsumer Cyclicals
BusinessCyclical Consumer Products
Industry groupCyclical Consumer Products
IndustryApparel & Accessories
AI analysis

Business. In The F Co Ltd is a Korea-based company engaged in the manufacture and sale of women’s and men’s clothing under the brand names JOINUS, COMPAGNA, ahwe, TRUGEN, and BIND, as well as fashion jewelry under the brand name mosvani [doc:014990.KS].

Classification. In The F Co Ltd is classified under the industry Apparel & Accessories within the business sector Cyclical Consumer Products, with a classification confidence of 0.92 [doc:014990.KS].

The company’s capital structure is characterized by a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.27, indicating a moderate reliance on debt financing. Its liquidity position is weak, with a current ratio of 0.71 and negligible cash and equivalents of 180 KRW, which is insufficient to cover short-term obligations. The price-to-book ratio of 1.57 suggests that the market values the company slightly above its book value, but the negative net income of -107,255,720 KRW and a return on equity of -0.0028 highlight poor profitability and asset utilization [doc:014990.KS]. Profitability metrics show significant underperformance relative to industry norms. The company’s operating income of 1,191,459,860 KRW is a small fraction of its revenue of 104,591,440,090 KRW, and its return on assets of -0.0009 indicates that it is not generating returns from its asset base. Gross profit of 61,823,835,290 KRW is also underwhelming given the scale of operations, suggesting either high production costs or low pricing power [doc:014990.KS]. The company’s revenue is concentrated in its domestic market, with no disclosed international segments. This lack of geographic diversification increases exposure to local economic conditions and regulatory changes. The absence of segment-specific revenue data limits the ability to assess the performance of individual brand lines such as JOINUS, COMPAGNA, or mosvani [doc:014990.KS]. Growth prospects appear muted, with the company reporting a net loss in the latest period. Analysts have estimated a negative EPS of -55.00 KRW, reflecting ongoing profitability challenges. The company’s capital expenditure of -2,113,776,530 KRW suggests a reduction in investment, which may signal a defensive strategy or financial constraints [doc:014990.KS]. The risk assessment highlights liquidity concerns, with a medium risk rating due to negative net cash after subtracting total debt. The company’s dilution risk is currently low, but the absence of cash reserves and the presence of long-term debt of 48,010,932,290 KRW could necessitate future equity issuance. No dilution adjustments have been applied in the valuation, but the risk of future dilution remains a potential headwind [doc:014990.KS]. Recent financial filings and transcripts have not disclosed any major strategic shifts or new product launches. The company’s negative net income and weak operating cash flow suggest ongoing operational challenges. No significant events have been reported that would indicate a near-term turnaround or restructuring [doc:014990.KS].
Key takeaways
  • The company is underperforming in profitability, with a negative return on equity and return on assets.
  • Liquidity is a critical concern, with a current ratio below 1 and negligible cash reserves.
  • The company’s debt load is high, with a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.27.
  • Growth is constrained by a lack of international diversification and weak operating performance.
  • The risk of future dilution remains a potential issue due to the company’s financial position.
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Financial snapshot
PeriodHA-latest
CurrencyKRW
Revenue$104.59B
Gross profit$61.82B
Operating income$1.19B
Net income-$107.3M
R&D
SG&A
D&A
SBC
Operating cash flow$8.87B
CapEx-$2.11B
Free cash flow$5.26B
Total assets$115.86B
Total liabilities$77.93B
Total equity$37.93B
Cash & equivalents$180.00
Long-term debt$48.01B
Annual history (last 5)
PeriodRevenueOp IncomeNet IncomeFCF
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PeriodGross %Op %Net %FCF %
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PeriodAssetsEquityCashDebt
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FY-1
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PeriodOCFCapExFCFSBC
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Quarterly history (last 4)
PeriodRevenueOp IncomeNet IncomeFCF
FQ0
FQ-1
FQ-2
FQ-3
FQ-4
FQ-5
FQ-6
FQ-7
PeriodGross %Op %Net %FCF %
FQ0
FQ-1
FQ-2
FQ-3
FQ-4
FQ-5
FQ-6
FQ-7
PeriodAssetsEquityCashDebt
FQ0
FQ-1
FQ-2
FQ-3
FQ-4
FQ-5
FQ-6
FQ-7
PeriodOCFCapExFCFSBC
FQ0
FQ-1
FQ-2
FQ-3
FQ-4
FQ-5
FQ-6
FQ-7
Valuation
Market price$793.00
Market cap$59.56B
Enterprise value$107.57B
P/E
Reported non-GAAP P/E
EV/Revenue1.0
EV/Op income90.3
EV/OCF12.1
P/B1.6
P/Tangible book1.6
Tangible book$37.93B
Net cash-$48.01B
Current ratio0.7
Debt/Equity1.3
ROA-0.1%
ROE-0.3%
Cash conversion-82.7%
CapEx/Revenue-2.0%
SBC/Revenue
Asset intensity
Dilution ratio0.0%
Risk assessment
Dilution riskLow
Liquidity riskMedium
  • Net cash is negative after subtracting total debt.
Industry benchmarks
Activity: Apparel & Accessories · cohort 2 companies
Metric014990Activity
Op margin1.1%6.6% medp25 4.6% · p75 8.7%bottom quartile
Net margin-0.1%3.7% medp25 2.0% · p75 5.5%bottom quartile
Gross margin59.1%57.5% medp25 57.5% · p75 57.5%top quartile
CapEx / revenue-2.0%1.1% medp25 0.9% · p75 1.4%bottom quartile
Debt / equity127.0%124.3% medp25 86.1% · p75 162.6%above median
Recent coverage
Recent coverage24 article(s) mentioning 014990.KS
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Observations
IR observations
Last actual EPS-55.00 KRW
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