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044960.KQ KOSDAQ Pharmaceuticals

044960.Kq

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38,6B KRW
P/E
EV / Rev
Div yield
2,00 %
Op margin
9,8 %
ROE
7,6 %
Net margin
9,1 %
Debt / equity
0,13
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About

The company operates in the pharmaceuticals industry, generating revenue primarily through the development, production, and sale of prescription drugs and related healthcare products.

Business. The company operates in the pharmaceuticals industry, generating revenue primarily through the development, production, and sale of prescription drugs and related healthcare products.

Classification92 %
SectorHealthcare
Business sectorPharmaceuticals & Medical Research
IndustryPharmaceuticals
ActivityPharmaceuticals & Medical Research
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Sell-side consensus
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At a glance

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Valuation
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Analysts
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Profitability
7,6 %
return on equity
Quality
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What drives this business

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    Real Estate−0,7 %+10,9 %−1,3 %
    Industrials−1,9 %−3,1 %−2,5 %
    Utilities−1,9 %+28,2 %−2,5 %

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    Analysis

    AI analysis
    Generated · analysis pipeline · tier hybrid · as of 2026-08-04 ↑ At a glance

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    Upcoming catalysts

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    • Macro
    • Rate decisionBank of England rate decision (press conf.)2026-08-06 · GB
    • Rate decisionReserve Bank of Australia rate decision (press conf.)2026-08-12 · AU
    • Rate decisionNorges Bank rate decision (press conf.)2026-08-20 · NO
    • Rate decisionSveriges Riksbank rate decision (press conf.)2026-09-03 · SE
    • Rate decisionBank of Canada rate decision (press conf.)2026-09-09 · CA
    • Rate decisionEuropean Central Bank rate decision (press conf.)2026-09-10 · EU
    • Macro & political
    • ElectionSE Swedish Election2026-09-14 · SE
    • ElectionUS U.S. Midterms2026-11-03 · US
    • ElectionFR French Legislative2027-06-01 · FR

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    Synthesis

    Business

    The company operates in the pharmaceuticals industry, generating revenue primarily through the development, production, and sale of prescription drugs and related healthcare products.

    Classification92 %
    SectorHealthcare
    Business sectorPharmaceuticals & Medical Research
    IndustryPharmaceuticals
    ActivityPharmaceuticals & Medical Research
    AI synthesis
    GENERATED

    The company maintains a relatively strong liquidity position, with a current ratio of 3.58, indicating that it has sufficient short-term assets to cover its short-term liabilities. However, the company has a negative net cash position after subtracting total debt, which could pose a liquidity risk in the medium term. The price-to-book ratio of 0.87 suggests that the company is trading at a discount to its book value, potentially indicating undervaluation or concerns about asset quality.

    In terms of profitability, the company's return on equity (ROE) of 7.6% is below the typical benchmark for pharmaceutical firms, which often exceed 10%. The return on assets (ROA) of 6.17% also lags behind the industry median, suggesting that the company is not generating as much profit from its asset base as its peers. The gross profit margin of 34.1% is in line with the industry, but the operating margin of 9.8% is below the median, indicating potential inefficiencies in cost management or pricing power.

    The company's revenue is concentrated in a single business segment, with no disclosed geographic diversification. This lack of diversification increases exposure to regional economic downturns or regulatory changes that could impact the company's top-line performance. The company's revenue concentration in a single segment also limits its ability to offset declines in one area with growth in another.

    The company's growth trajectory appears modest, with no significant revenue growth reported in the latest financial period. The operating cash flow of 5.5 billion KRW and free cash flow of 2.96 billion KRW indicate that the company is generating positive cash from operations, but the capital expenditure of -1.6 billion KRW suggests that the company is not reinvesting heavily in growth initiatives. The company's diluted and basic shares outstanding are identical, indicating no immediate dilution pressure from stock options or convertible securities.

    The company faces a medium liquidity risk due to its negative net cash position after subtracting total debt. While the company has a low dilution risk, the potential for future dilution exists if the company issues new shares to raise capital or settle obligations. The company's debt-to-equity ratio of 0.13 is relatively low, suggesting a conservative capital structure, but the negative net cash position could signal underlying liquidity constraints.

    The company has not disclosed any recent material events, such as regulatory filings, earnings calls, or strategic announcements, that would provide insight into its near-term direction. The absence of recent events makes it difficult to assess the company's response to market conditions or its ability to execute on strategic initiatives.

    Key takeaways
    • The company has a strong current ratio but a negative net cash position, indicating potential liquidity risk.
    • The company's ROE and ROA are below industry medians, suggesting underperformance in profitability.
    • The company's revenue is concentrated in a single segment with no geographic diversification, increasing exposure to regional risks.
    • The company's capital expenditures are negative, indicating limited reinvestment in growth.
    • The company has a low dilution risk but faces potential liquidity constraints due to its debt position.

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    Valuation

    Market price
    $3 145,00
    Market cap
    $45.05B
    Enterprise value
    $47.04B
    P/E
    Non-GAAP P/E
    EV / Revenue
    EV / Op income
    EV / OCF
    8.5x
    P / B
    0.9x
    P / Tangible book
    0.9x
    Tangible book
    $51.91B
    Net cash
    -$1.99B
    Current ratio
    3.6
    Debt / equity
    0.1
    ROA
    6.2%
    ROE
    7.6%
    Cash conversion
    140.0%
    CapEx / revenue
    -3.7%
    SBC / revenue
    Dilution ratio
    0.0%

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    — missing data

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    Risk factors

    Dilution riskLow
    Liquidity riskMedium
    Filing-based flags
    • Net cash is negative after subtracting total debt.

    Benchmarks vs cohort

    Op Margin9,8 %Above median
    Net Margin9,1 %Above median
    ROE7,6 %Above median
    Capex / Rev-3,7 %Above median
    D/E0,13Above median
    Cash Conv1,40Above median

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    Data sources
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    How metrics are computed
    • Ev To Operating Cash Flow
      enterprise_value / operating_cash_flow
    • Return On Equity
      net_income / total_equity
    • Price To Earnings
      market_price / (net_income / shares_outstanding_diluted)
    • Price To Book
      market_price / (adjusted_book_value / shares_outstanding_diluted)
    • Dilution Ratio
      (shares_outstanding_diluted - shares_outstanding_basic) / shares_outstanding_basic
    • Market Price
      input from market-data provider (delayed close or quote-shim mid)
    Source documents
    • 044960.KQ Market data — financials · 2026-05-26

    Ownership & reference

    Leadership

    • Dong Su KimPresident, Director

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    044960.KQCanonical
    KOSDAQ · KRW

    Intel & risk

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    OSINT findings
    Dilution riskLow
    Liquidity riskMedium
    Net cash is negative after subtracting total debt.

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    The Thread

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    Sources filings · IR · transcripts · market data · tier hybrid · as of 2026-08-04 Market data · Issuer disclosures · Public news · Earnings transcripts · Consensus estimates · ESG data Premium coverage