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INDICATIVE · SAMPLE DATA
00076056

Rifa Co Ltd

Specialty ChemicalsVerified

Rifa Co Ltd exhibits a conservative capital structure with a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.18, indicating limited leverage relative to its equity base. The company maintains a current ratio of 1.28, suggesting moderate liquidity, though its free cash flow is negative at -1966058250 KRW, reflecting cash outflows from operations after capital expenditures. The company's operating cash flow of 3554375950 KRW provides some buffer, but the negative net cash position after subtracting total debt raises liquidity concerns. Profitability metrics are weak, with a return on equity of -0.0134 and a return on assets of -0.0067, both significantly below the industry median for Specialty Chemicals. These negative returns suggest operational inefficiencies or declining margins, which may be exacerbated by competitive pressures or input cost volatility. The company's revenue is distributed across three segments: Distribution, Dye, and Other. The Other segment includes real estate leasing and management, which may contribute to diversification but lacks transparency in revenue contribution. The company's geographic exposure is concentrated in South Korea, with no disclosed international operations, which may limit growth potential in a volatile domestic market. Growth trajectory appears muted, with no disclosed revenue growth in the most recent period. The company's operating income is negative at -290287860 KRW, and net income is also negative at -1793269900 KRW, indicating a lack of profitability. These trends suggest a need for operational restructuring or cost optimization to restore growth. Risk factors include medium liquidity risk due to negative free cash flow and a net cash position that is negative after subtracting total debt. Dilution risk is assessed as low, with no significant dilution potential in the near term. However, the company's negative net income and weak returns may pressure future capital structure decisions. Recent events include a negative operating and net income in the latest financial period, which may signal underlying operational challenges. No recent filings or transcripts have been disclosed that provide additional context on strategic initiatives or market conditions.

30-day price · 000760-1050.00 (-6.6%)
Low$14610.00High$16930.00Close$14750.00As of22 May, 00:00 UTC
Profile
CompanyRifa Co Ltd
Ticker000760.KS
SectorBasic Materials
BusinessChemicals
Industry groupChemicals
IndustrySpecialty Chemicals
AI analysis

Business. Rifa Co Ltd is a Korea-based company primarily engaged in the wholesale and retail of dyes and chemical products, operating through three segments: Distribution, Dye, and Other.

Classification. Rifa Co Ltd is classified under the Basic Materials economic sector, Chemicals business sector, and Specialty Chemicals industry, with a confidence level of 0.92.

Rifa Co Ltd exhibits a conservative capital structure with a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.18, indicating limited leverage relative to its equity base. The company maintains a current ratio of 1.28, suggesting moderate liquidity, though its free cash flow is negative at -1966058250 KRW, reflecting cash outflows from operations after capital expenditures. The company's operating cash flow of 3554375950 KRW provides some buffer, but the negative net cash position after subtracting total debt raises liquidity concerns. Profitability metrics are weak, with a return on equity of -0.0134 and a return on assets of -0.0067, both significantly below the industry median for Specialty Chemicals. These negative returns suggest operational inefficiencies or declining margins, which may be exacerbated by competitive pressures or input cost volatility. The company's revenue is distributed across three segments: Distribution, Dye, and Other. The Other segment includes real estate leasing and management, which may contribute to diversification but lacks transparency in revenue contribution. The company's geographic exposure is concentrated in South Korea, with no disclosed international operations, which may limit growth potential in a volatile domestic market. Growth trajectory appears muted, with no disclosed revenue growth in the most recent period. The company's operating income is negative at -290287860 KRW, and net income is also negative at -1793269900 KRW, indicating a lack of profitability. These trends suggest a need for operational restructuring or cost optimization to restore growth. Risk factors include medium liquidity risk due to negative free cash flow and a net cash position that is negative after subtracting total debt. Dilution risk is assessed as low, with no significant dilution potential in the near term. However, the company's negative net income and weak returns may pressure future capital structure decisions. Recent events include a negative operating and net income in the latest financial period, which may signal underlying operational challenges. No recent filings or transcripts have been disclosed that provide additional context on strategic initiatives or market conditions.
Key takeaways
  • Rifa Co Ltd has a weak profitability profile with negative returns on equity and assets.
  • The company's liquidity position is moderate, but its negative free cash flow and net cash position raise concerns.
  • Revenue is concentrated in South Korea, with no international diversification disclosed.
  • The company's capital structure is conservative, with limited leverage but potential for future restructuring.
  • Growth appears to be stagnant, with no disclosed revenue growth in the latest period.
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Financial snapshot
PeriodHA-latest
CurrencyKRW
Revenue$46.26B
Gross profit$10.33B
Operating income-$290.3M
Net income-$1.79B
R&D
SG&A
D&A
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Operating cash flow$3.55B
CapEx-$313.6M
Free cash flow-$1.97B
Total assets$269.56B
Total liabilities$135.59B
Total equity$133.96B
Cash & equivalents$11.76B
Long-term debt$23.90B
Annual history (last 5)
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Quarterly history (last 4)
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Valuation
Market price
Market cap
Enterprise value
P/E
Reported non-GAAP P/E
EV/Revenue
EV/Op income
EV/OCF
P/B
P/Tangible book
Tangible book$133.96B
Net cash-$12.14B
Current ratio1.3
Debt/Equity0.2
ROA-0.7%
ROE-1.3%
Cash conversion-2.0%
CapEx/Revenue-0.7%
SBC/Revenue
Asset intensity
Dilution ratio0.0%
Risk assessment
Dilution riskLow
Liquidity riskMedium
  • Net cash is negative after subtracting total debt.
Industry benchmarks
Activity: Chemicals · cohort 11 companies
Metric000760Activity
Op margin-0.6%0.4% medp25 -8.0% · p75 16.0%below median
Net margin-3.9%2.3% medp25 -11.6% · p75 11.8%below median
Gross margin22.3%20.8% medp25 14.9% · p75 24.0%above median
R&D / revenue1.1% medp25 0.5% · p75 1.3%
CapEx / revenue-0.7%6.2% medp25 5.4% · p75 10.2%bottom quartile
Debt / equity18.0%59.0% medp25 54.9% · p75 72.9%bottom quartile
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Source: analysis-pipeline (hybrid)Generated: 2026-05-03 14:58 UTCJob: 4c1a160d