004690.Ks
The company operates in the natural gas utilities sector, generating revenue primarily through the distribution and sale of natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers.
Business. The company operates in the natural gas utilities sector, generating revenue primarily through the distribution and sale of natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers.
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- 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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The company operates in the natural gas utilities sector, generating revenue primarily through the distribution and sale of natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers.
The company maintains a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.58, indicating a relatively conservative capital structure. Its liquidity position is characterized as medium, with a current ratio of 1.34, suggesting the company has sufficient short-term assets to cover its short-term liabilities, but not in excess. Free cash flow stands at 154,984,882,340 KRW, which supports operational flexibility and potential reinvestment.
Profitability metrics show a return on equity (ROE) of 6.63% and a return on assets (ROA) of 2.5%, both of which are below the typical thresholds for high-performing utility firms. These figures suggest the company is generating modest returns relative to its equity and asset base. The operating margin, calculated as operating income divided by revenue, is 3.01%, which is in line with the industry's median for natural gas utilities.
The company's revenue is primarily concentrated in its domestic market, with no disclosed international operations. This geographic concentration may expose the company to regional economic fluctuations and regulatory changes. The company operates as a single business segment, with no material diversification across product lines or customer bases.
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 current fiscal year's revenue of 5,275,461,012,670 KRW reflects a steady performance, with no material changes in the operating environment. Analysts have assigned a mean price target of 110,000 KRW, with a strong buy recommendation, indicating a positive outlook on the company's valuation.
The company faces a medium liquidity risk, primarily due to its negative net cash position after accounting for total debt. This could limit its ability to fund operations or respond to unexpected capital needs without external financing. The risk assessment also notes a low dilution risk, with no significant dilution potential from basic shares outstanding or recent equity issuance.
Recent events include the publication of the latest financial data, which provides a comprehensive view of the company's performance and financial position. No material changes in management, strategy, or regulatory environment have been disclosed in the most recent filings or transcripts.
- The company maintains a conservative capital structure with a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.58.
- ROE and ROA are below typical thresholds for high-performing utility firms.
- Revenue is concentrated in the domestic market, with no international operations.
- Analysts have assigned a strong buy recommendation with a mean price target of 110,000 KRW.
- The company faces medium liquidity risk due to a negative net cash position after total debt.
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| Ansan Urban Development CHP power station | Power | Oil & Gas | South Korea | Parent |
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| Bukpyung power station | Power | Power | South Korea | Parent |
| Bukpyung power station | Power | Coal | South Korea | Parent |
| Bukpyung power station | Power | Coal | South Korea | Parent |
| Bukpyung power station | Power | Power | South Korea | Parent |
| Cirebon power station | Power | Coal | Indonesia | Parent |
| Cirebon power station | Power | Power | Indonesia | Parent |
| Cirebon power station | Power | Power | Indonesia | Parent |
| Cirebon power station | Power | Power | Indonesia | Parent |
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4 tracked-field change(s) detected vs prior analysis; max severity: medium.
- Dilution risk— → lowlow
- Liquidity risk— → mediumlow
- Activity— → Utilitiesmedium
- Economic sector— → Utilitiesmedium