002820.Ks
002820.KS is a forest and wood products company that generates revenue primarily through the production and sale of paper and related wood products.
Business. 002820.KS is a forest and wood products company that generates revenue primarily through the production and sale of paper and related wood products.
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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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002820.KS is a forest and wood products company that generates revenue primarily through the production and sale of paper and related wood products.
The company's capital structure is characterized by a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.82, indicating a moderate reliance on debt financing. However, its liquidity position is weak, as evidenced by a current ratio of 0.44 and negative free cash flow of -10,828.29 million KRW. The company's operating cash flow is also negative at -12,454.34 million KRW, suggesting challenges in generating sufficient cash from operations.
Profitability metrics are concerning, with a return on equity of -1.06% and a return on assets of -0.5%, both significantly below industry norms. The company reported a net loss of 2,346.87 million KRW and an operating loss of 18,260.02 million KRW, indicating a lack of operational efficiency and cost control.
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 fluctuations and market-specific risks.
Growth prospects are limited, with the company reporting a net loss and negative cash flows. There are no disclosed plans for significant revenue growth or expansion in the near term. The company's recent financial performance suggests a need for strategic restructuring or cost optimization to improve its financial health.
The company faces several risk factors, including liquidity constraints and a high debt burden. The risk assessment indicates a medium liquidity risk and a low dilution risk. The company's negative net cash position after subtracting total debt further exacerbates its financial vulnerability.
Recent events, including the latest financial filing, show a continued decline in profitability, with a last actual EPS of -3,081.00 KRW. There are no recent transcripts or additional disclosures that provide insight into the company's strategic direction or operational improvements.
- The company is experiencing significant financial distress, with negative net income and operating cash flow.
- The debt-to-equity ratio of 0.82 indicates a moderate reliance on debt financing, but the company's liquidity position is weak.
- Profitability metrics are poor, with a return on equity of -1.06% and a return on assets of -0.5%.
- The company's revenue is concentrated in a single business segment, increasing its exposure to market-specific risks.
- Growth prospects are limited, and the company needs to implement cost optimization or restructuring to improve its financial health.
- "margin_outlook_rationale": "The company's margin outlook is negative due to declining profitability and increasing operational costs.",
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4 tracked| Asset | Type | Commodity | Country | Role |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUN&L power station | Power | Power | South Korea | Parent |
| SUN&L power station | Power | Power | South Korea | Parent |
| SUN&L power station | Power | Power | South Korea | Registered owner |
| SUN&L power station | Power | Power | South Korea | Registered owner |
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- 002820.KS Market data — financials · 2026-05-26
- Sun&L Co Ltd Market data — analyst estimates · 2026-05-26
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4 tracked-field change(s) detected vs prior analysis; max severity: medium.
- Dilution risk— → lowlow
- Liquidity risk— → mediumlow
- Activity— → Forest & Wood Productsmedium
- Economic sector— → Basic Materialsmedium