KBI Metal Co Ltd

KBI Metal Co Ltd has a price-to-book ratio of 2.67 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.16, indicating a leveraged capital structure with market valuation exceeding book value. The company holds 22.5 billion KRW in cash and equivalents but reports a negative net cash position after subtracting total debt, signaling potential liquidity constraints. The current ratio of 1.18 suggests limited short-term liquidity cushion, with current assets barely covering current liabilities. Profitability metrics show a return on equity of -0.04% and a return on assets of -0.01%, both below the industry median for Specialty Mining & Metals, indicating underperformance relative to peers. Gross profit of 33.4 billion KRW represents 4.4% of revenue, which is below the industry average for similar firms, suggesting margin compression or cost inefficiencies. The company operates through three segments: Metal Business (copper wires), Electric Field Business (automotive and industrial electrical components), and Cable Business (wire production). Revenue concentration data is not disclosed, but the Electric Field Business likely contributes a significant portion given the focus on high-margin electrical products. Outlook data is not provided for future revenue or earnings, but the company reported a net loss of 44.2 million KRW in the latest period, indicating a challenging operating environment. Free cash flow of 3.1 billion KRW suggests some operational flexibility despite negative operating cash flow of 21.1 billion KRW. Risk assessment highlights medium liquidity risk due to the negative net cash position and a current ratio near 1.0. Dilution risk is assessed as low, with no near-term pressure from share issuance or convertible debt. However, the company's leverage and negative net income raise concerns about long-term financial stability. Recent filings and transcripts are not provided in the input data, so no specific events can be cited. The company's financial snapshot indicates a need for operational and financial restructuring to improve profitability and liquidity.