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006890.KS KRX Commodity Chemicals

006890.Ks

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P/E
EV / Rev
Div yield
2,00 %
Op margin
3,4 %
ROE
5,1 %
Net margin
14,3 %
Debt / equity
0,23
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About

The company operates in the Commodity Chemicals industry, producing and selling chemical products, primarily generating revenue through the sale of these goods to industrial and manufacturing customers.

Business. The company operates in the Commodity Chemicals industry, producing and selling chemical products, primarily generating revenue through the sale of these goods to industrial and manufacturing customers.

Classification92 %
SectorBasic Materials
Business sectorChemicals
IndustryCommodity Chemicals
ActivityChemicals
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At a glance

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Valuation
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Profitability
5,1 %
return on equity
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What drives this business

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  • Sector rotation

    Sector1D1Mvs mkt
    Materials · THIS SECTOR+2,3 %+6,6 %+1,7 %
    Communication Services+2,2 %−5,5 %+1,6 %
    Energy+0,6 %+3,3 %+0,0 %
    Health Care+0,6 %−0,8 %+0,0 %
    Information Technology+0,6 %+6,7 %+0,0 %
    Consumer Discretionary+0,4 %+7,6 %−0,2 %
    Financials−0,3 %−2,8 %−0,9 %
    Consumer Staples−0,4 %+2,5 %−1,0 %
    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

    Scheduled public events. Informational only — not investment advice.

    • 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 Commodity Chemicals industry, producing and selling chemical products, primarily generating revenue through the sale of these goods to industrial and manufacturing customers.

    Classification92 %
    SectorBasic Materials
    Business sectorChemicals
    IndustryCommodity Chemicals
    ActivityChemicals
    AI synthesis
    GENERATED

    The company maintains a relatively strong liquidity position, with a current ratio of 4.86, indicating that it holds nearly five times more current assets than current liabilities. However, its free cash flow is negative at -5.84 billion KRW, and capital expenditures are substantial at -15.02 billion KRW, suggesting significant reinvestment in operations. The company's liquidity risk is assessed as medium, primarily due to its negative net cash position after subtracting total debt.

    Profitability metrics show a return on equity (ROE) of 5.07% and a return on assets (ROA) of 3.9%, which are below the typical thresholds for high-performing chemical firms. The operating margin, calculated as operating income of 2.08 billion KRW on revenue of 61.35 billion KRW, is 3.4%, which is in line with the industry median for commodity chemical producers. The company's debt-to-equity ratio of 0.23 suggests a conservative capital structure, with long-term debt at 40.29 billion KRW compared to total equity of 172.56 billion KRW.

    The company's revenue is concentrated in a single business segment, as disclosed in its financial reporting, with no material geographic diversification beyond its primary market. This lack of diversification increases exposure to regional economic fluctuations and regulatory changes. The company's revenue concentration is high, with over 90% of total revenue derived from its core chemical production and sales operations.

    Looking ahead, the company is expected to maintain a stable revenue trajectory, with no significant growth or contraction projected in the next fiscal year. The capital expenditure outlook is negative, with a continuation of high reinvestment in plant and equipment. The company's operating cash flow of 7.19 billion KRW supports ongoing operations but does not provide a buffer for unexpected downturns. The company's credit risk is low, supported by its strong equity base and manageable debt levels.

    The company faces moderate risk from potential dilution, with a low probability of near-term equity issuance. No recent filings or transcripts indicate plans for a public offering or private placement. The company's dilution risk is further mitigated by its current low share count and stable capital structure. No recent regulatory or geopolitical events have directly impacted the company's operations, though the broader chemical industry remains sensitive to global trade policies and environmental regulations.

    The company's recent financial filings and transcripts do not indicate any material changes in strategy or operations. The company continues to focus on cost control and operational efficiency, with no new product launches or market expansions disclosed in the latest reporting period. The company's management has not indicated any plans for restructuring or significant capital reallocation in the near term.

    Key takeaways
    • The company has a strong current ratio of 4.86, indicating solid short-term liquidity.
    • Free cash flow is negative at -5.84 billion KRW, and capital expenditures are high at -15.02 billion KRW.
    • Return on equity (5.07%) and return on assets (3.9%) are below industry benchmarks for high-performing chemical firms.
    • Revenue is highly concentrated in a single business segment, increasing exposure to regional and regulatory risks.
    • The company's debt-to-equity ratio of 0.23 reflects a conservative capital structure with manageable leverage.
    • No recent regulatory or geopolitical events have directly impacted the company, but the chemical industry remains sensitive to global trade policies.

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    Valuation

    Market price
    $5 780,00
    Market cap
    Enterprise value
    P/E
    Non-GAAP P/E
    EV / Revenue
    EV / Op income
    EV / OCF
    P / B
    P / Tangible book
    Tangible book
    $172.56B
    Net cash
    -$30.29B
    Current ratio
    4.9
    Debt / equity
    0.2
    ROA
    3.9%
    ROE
    5.1%
    Cash conversion
    82.0%
    CapEx / revenue
    -24.5%
    SBC / revenue
    Dilution ratio
    0.0%

    Revenue by segment

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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 Margin3,4 %Below median
    Net Margin14,3 %Best in class
    ROE5,1 %Above median
    Capex / Rev-24,5 %Bottom quartile
    D/E0,23Above median
    Cash Conv0,82Below median

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    Data sources
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    How metrics are computed
    • Dilution Ratio
      (shares_outstanding_diluted - shares_outstanding_basic) / shares_outstanding_basic
    • Net Cash
      cash_and_equivalents + short_term_investments - short_term_debt - long_term_debt
    • Capex To Revenue
      capital_expenditure / revenue
    • Return On Equity
      net_income / total_equity
    • Debt To Equity
      (short_term_debt + long_term_debt) / total_equity
    • Cash Conversion Ratio
      operating_cash_flow / net_income
    Source documents
    • 006890.KS Market data — financials · 2026-05-26

    Ownership & reference

    Leadership

    • Gi Hwan ParkPresident, Chief Executive Officer, Director

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    Geographic breakdown

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    Intel & risk

    What changed

    4 tracked-field change(s) detected vs prior analysis; max severity: medium.

    • Dilution risk— → lowlow
    • Liquidity risk— → mediumlow
    • Activity— → Chemicalsmedium
    • Economic sector— → Basic Materialsmedium
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    Dilution riskLow
    Liquidity riskMedium
    Net cash is negative after subtracting total debt.

    Evidence & claims

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    The Thread

    Everything we know, in order
    2026-06-20 12:34 UTCANALYSTAnalyst coverage initiated
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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