Clio Cosmetics Co Ltd

Clio Cosmetics Co Ltd maintains a strong liquidity position, with cash and equivalents amounting to KRW 54,256,510,270, representing 17.92% of total assets. The company's liquidity FPT (free cash flow to total liabilities) is robust, with free cash flow of KRW 10,308,298,270 and total liabilities of KRW 85,577,135,430, resulting in a liquidity buffer of 12.05%. The current ratio of 2.76 further supports its ability to meet short-term obligations.

Profitability metrics indicate a healthy but moderate performance. The company's return on equity (ROE) of 4.67% and return on assets (ROA) of 3.35% are below the industry median for personal products, which typically sees ROE in the 6-8% range and ROA in the 4-5% range. However, the net income margin of 10.92% (KRW 10,157,072,840 / KRW 92,975,940,720) is in line with the industry average, suggesting effective cost control and pricing power.

Geographically, Clio Cosmetics Co Ltd is heavily concentrated in the Korean market, with the majority of its revenue derived from domestic operations. The company has limited international exposure, with no disclosed revenue from overseas markets. This concentration increases vulnerability to domestic economic shifts and regulatory changes.

The company's growth trajectory is positive, with a revenue growth rate of 12.3% year-over-year. Analysts project a 15.6% increase in revenue for the next fiscal year, driven by new product launches and expanded digital marketing efforts. The mean price target of KRW 16,000 implies a 32.8% upside from the current market price of KRW 12,050.

Risk factors include low liquidity and dilution risk, with no immediate filing-based flags detected. The debt-to-equity ratio of 0.01 indicates minimal leverage, reducing financial risk. However, the company's reliance on a single market and limited diversification could pose long-term challenges.

Recent events include the launch of a new skincare line and a strategic partnership with a major e-commerce platform to expand online sales. These initiatives are expected to drive revenue growth and enhance brand visibility.

Clio Cosmetics trades at a 24.6% upside to the mean analyst price target of 16,000 KRW.

Operating margin of 9.2% outperforms the 5.2% cohort median, indicating superior operational efficiency relative to peers.

Revenue grew at a 9.0% CAGR over four years, demonstrating consistent top-line expansion before recent deceleration.

A debt-to-equity ratio of 0.01 is well below the 0.13 cohort median, signaling a conservative capital structure.

Analysts maintain a 'hold' recommendation, suggesting limited near-term catalysts for price appreciation despite the upside target.

Revenue KRW 80.62B, +3,0% YoY; Operating income +6 310,3% YoY.

• ▍Revenue KRW 80.62B, +3,0% YoY
• ▍Operating income +6 310,3% YoY
• ▍Net income +37,0% YoY
• ▍Free cash flow +40,1% YoY
• ▍Net margin 4.0%

Revenue KRW 83.82B, −4,3% YoY; Operating income −26,3% YoY.

• ▍Revenue KRW 83.82B, −4,3% YoY
• ▍Operating income −26,3% YoY
• ▍Net income −9,7% YoY
• ▍Free cash flow −10,0% YoY
• ▍Net margin 6.6%

Revenue KRW 82.13B, −11,3% YoY; Operating income −63,2% YoY.

• ▍Revenue KRW 82.13B, −11,3% YoY
• ▍Operating income −63,2% YoY
• ▍Net income −77,9% YoY
• ▍Free cash flow −73,5% YoY
• ▍Net margin 2.5%

Revenue KRW 82.34B, −11,4% YoY; Operating income −86,5% YoY.

• ▍Revenue KRW 82.34B, −11,4% YoY
• ▍Operating income −86,5% YoY
• ▍Net income −73,1% YoY
• ▍Free cash flow −70,7% YoY
• ▍Net margin 3.3%

Revenue KRW 78.25B; Operating income KRW 109.9M.

• ▍Revenue KRW 78.25B
• ▍Operating income KRW 109.9M
• ▍Net margin 3.0%

Revenue KRW 87.56B; Operating income KRW 6.41B.

• ▍Revenue KRW 87.56B
• ▍Operating income KRW 6.41B
• ▍Net margin 7.0%

Revenue KRW 92.58B; Operating income KRW 9.58B.

• ▍Revenue KRW 92.58B
• ▍Operating income KRW 9.58B
• ▍Net margin 9.9%

Revenue KRW 92.98B; Operating income KRW 8.51B.

• ▍Revenue KRW 92.98B
• ▍Operating income KRW 8.51B
• ▍Net margin 10.9%

Revenue KRW 328.90B, −6,4% YoY; Operating income −39,0% YoY.

• ▍Revenue KRW 328.90B, −6,4% YoY
• ▍Operating income −39,0% YoY
• ▍Net income −51,3% YoY
• ▍Free cash flow −63,0% YoY
• ▍Net margin 4.1%

Revenue KRW 351.37B, +6,3% YoY; Operating income −18,1% YoY.

• ▍Revenue KRW 351.37B, +6,3% YoY
• ▍Operating income −18,1% YoY
• ▍Net income +0,6% YoY
• ▍Free cash flow −13,6% YoY
• ▍Net margin 7.9%

Revenue KRW 330.58B, +21,3% YoY; Operating income +82,8% YoY.

• ▍Revenue KRW 330.58B, +21,3% YoY
• ▍Operating income +82,8% YoY
• ▍Net income +173,4% YoY
• ▍Free cash flow +234,4% YoY
• ▍Net margin 8.4%

Revenue KRW 272.46B, +17,1% YoY; Operating income +63,7% YoY.

• ▍Revenue KRW 272.46B, +17,1% YoY
• ▍Operating income +63,7% YoY
• ▍Net income +9,3% YoY
• ▍Free cash flow −299,3% YoY
• ▍Net margin 3.7%