KT CORP-SP ADR (KT) Stock Fundamental Analysis
USA - NYSE:KT - US48268K1016 - ADR
18.04 USD
-0.39 (-2.12%)
KT gets a fundamental rating of 5 out of 10. The analysis compared the fundamentals against 36 industry peers in the Diversified Telecommunication Services industry. KT has an average financial health and profitability rating. KT is valued quite cheap, while showing a decent growth score. This is a good combination! KT also has an excellent dividend rating.
1. Profitability
1.1 Basic Checks
KT had positive earnings in the past year.
KT had a positive operating cash flow in the past year.
KT had positive earnings in each of the past 5 years.
In the past 5 years KT always reported a positive cash flow from operatings.
1.2 Ratios
With a decent Return On Assets value of 2.20%, KT is doing good in the industry, outperforming 72.22% of the companies in the same industry.
KT's Return On Equity of 5.42% is fine compared to the rest of the industry. KT outperforms 69.44% of its industry peers.
The Return On Invested Capital of KT (3.60%) is comparable to the rest of the industry.
KT had an Average Return On Invested Capital over the past 3 years of 3.37%. This is below the industry average of 6.55%.
The 3 year average ROIC (3.37%) for KT is below the current ROIC(3.60%), indicating increased profibility in the last year.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| ROA | 2.2% | ||
| ROE | 5.42% | ||
| ROIC | 3.6% |
ROA(3y)2.19%
ROA(5y)2.43%
ROE(3y)5.51%
ROE(5y)6.05%
ROIC(3y)3.37%
ROIC(5y)3.61%
1.3 Margins
KT has a Profit Margin of 3.38%. This is in the better half of the industry: KT outperforms 63.89% of its industry peers.
KT's Profit Margin has declined in the last couple of years.
Looking at the Operating Margin, with a value of 5.50%, KT is in line with its industry, outperforming 44.44% of the companies in the same industry.
In the last couple of years the Operating Margin of KT has declined.
KT has a better Gross Margin (65.13%) than 77.78% of its industry peers.
KT's Gross Margin has improved in the last couple of years.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| OM | 5.5% | ||
| PM (TTM) | 3.38% | ||
| GM | 65.13% |
OM growth 3Y-23.02%
OM growth 5Y-8.46%
PM growth 3Y-31.15%
PM growth 5Y-6.84%
GM growth 3Y2.62%
GM growth 5Y2.31%
2. Health
2.1 Basic Checks
With a Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) just above the Cost of Capital (WACC), KT is creating some value.
The number of shares outstanding for KT has been reduced compared to 1 year ago.
Compared to 5 years ago, KT has more shares outstanding
KT has a worse debt/assets ratio than last year.
2.2 Solvency
KT has an Altman-Z score of 1.63. This is a bad value and indicates that KT is not financially healthy and even has some risk of bankruptcy.
KT's Altman-Z score of 1.63 is amongst the best of the industry. KT outperforms 80.56% of its industry peers.
The Debt to FCF ratio of KT is 35.52, which is on the high side as it means it would take KT, 35.52 years of fcf income to pay off all of its debts.
KT has a Debt to FCF ratio of 35.52. This is comparable to the rest of the industry: KT outperforms 44.44% of its industry peers.
A Debt/Equity ratio of 0.53 indicates that KT is somewhat dependend on debt financing.
KT has a better Debt to Equity ratio (0.53) than 77.78% of its industry peers.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt/Equity | 0.53 | ||
| Debt/FCF | 35.52 | ||
| Altman-Z | 1.63 |
ROIC/WACC1.43
WACC2.51%
2.3 Liquidity
KT has a Current Ratio of 1.19. This is a normal value and indicates that KT is financially healthy and should not expect problems in meeting its short term obligations.
Looking at the Current ratio, with a value of 1.19, KT is in the better half of the industry, outperforming 61.11% of the companies in the same industry.
A Quick Ratio of 1.15 indicates that KT should not have too much problems paying its short term obligations.
The Quick ratio of KT (1.15) is better than 61.11% of its industry peers.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Current Ratio | 1.19 | ||
| Quick Ratio | 1.15 |
3. Growth
3.1 Past
The earnings per share for KT have decreased strongly by -14.13% in the last year.
The Earnings Per Share has been decreasing by -5.48% on average over the past years.
The Revenue has been growing slightly by 3.45% in the past year.
Measured over the past years, KT shows a small growth in Revenue. The Revenue has been growing by 1.66% on average per year.
EPS 1Y (TTM)-14.13%
EPS 3Y-30.81%
EPS 5Y-5.48%
EPS Q2Q%76.52%
Revenue 1Y (TTM)3.45%
Revenue growth 3Y2.01%
Revenue growth 5Y1.66%
Sales Q2Q%13.46%
3.2 Future
Based on estimates for the next years, KT will show a very strong growth in Earnings Per Share. The EPS will grow by 48.76% on average per year.
KT is expected to show a small growth in Revenue. In the coming years, the Revenue will grow by 3.75% yearly.
EPS Next Y274.39%
EPS Next 2Y78.51%
EPS Next 3Y50.78%
EPS Next 5Y48.76%
Revenue Next Year4.6%
Revenue Next 2Y1.87%
Revenue Next 3Y2.12%
Revenue Next 5Y3.75%
3.3 Evolution
When comparing the EPS growth rate of the last years to the growth rate of the upcoming years, we see that the growth is accelerating.
When comparing the Revenue growth rate of the last years to the growth rate of the upcoming years, we see that the growth is accelerating.
4. Valuation
4.1 Price/Earnings Ratio
A Price/Earnings ratio of 13.56 indicates a correct valuation of KT.
Based on the Price/Earnings ratio, KT is valued a bit cheaper than the industry average as 77.78% of the companies are valued more expensively.
Compared to an average S&P500 Price/Earnings ratio of 25.67, KT is valued a bit cheaper.
The Price/Forward Earnings ratio is 8.50, which indicates a very decent valuation of KT.
KT's Price/Forward Earnings ratio is rather cheap when compared to the industry. KT is cheaper than 94.44% of the companies in the same industry.
KT's Price/Forward Earnings ratio indicates a rather cheap valuation when compared to the S&P500 average which is at 31.86.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| PE | 13.56 | ||
| Fwd PE | 8.5 |
4.2 Price Multiples
100.00% of the companies in the same industry are more expensive than KT, based on the Enterprise Value to EBITDA ratio.
Compared to the rest of the industry, the Price/Free Cash Flow ratio of KT is on the same level as its industry peers.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| P/FCF | 37.99 | ||
| EV/EBITDA | 3.26 |
4.3 Compensation for Growth
The low PEG Ratio(NY), which compensates the Price/Earnings for growth, indicates a rather cheap valuation of the company.
The decent profitability rating of KT may justify a higher PE ratio.
A more expensive valuation may be justified as KT's earnings are expected to grow with 50.78% in the coming years.
PEG (NY)0.05
PEG (5Y)N/A
EPS Next 2Y78.51%
EPS Next 3Y50.78%
5. Dividend
5.1 Amount
With a Yearly Dividend Yield of 4.66%, KT is a good candidate for dividend investing.
Compared to an average industry Dividend Yield of 5.34, KT pays a bit more dividend than its industry peers.
Compared to an average S&P500 Dividend Yield of 2.40, KT pays a better dividend.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 4.66% |
5.2 History
On average, the dividend of KT grows each year by 23.26%, which is quite nice.
KT has paid a dividend for at least 10 years, which is a reliable track record.
Dividend Growth(5Y)23.26%
Div Incr Years0
Div Non Decr Years0
5.3 Sustainability
KT pays out 57.55% of its income as dividend. This is a bit on the high side, but may be sustainable.
KT's earnings are growing more than its dividend. This makes the dividend growth sustainable.
DP57.55%
EPS Next 2Y78.51%
EPS Next 3Y50.78%
NYSE:KT (11/7/2025, 2:42:53 PM)
18.04
-0.39 (-2.12%)
Chartmill FA Rating
GICS SectorCommunication Services
GICS IndustryGroupTelecommunication Services
GICS IndustryDiversified Telecommunication Services
Earnings (Last)
Earnings (Next)
Inst Owners36.98%
Inst Owner Change-2.8%
Ins Owners0.12%
Ins Owner ChangeN/A
Market Cap8.70B
Revenue(TTM)27.50T
Net Income(TTM)928.43B
Analysts85.71
Price Target24.85 (37.75%)
Short Float %0.93%
Short Ratio2.67
Dividend
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 4.66% |
Yearly Dividend1.24
Dividend Growth(5Y)23.26%
DP57.55%
Div Incr Years0
Div Non Decr Years0
Ex-Date
Surprises & Revisions
EPS beat(2)2
Avg EPS beat(2)3.49%
Min EPS beat(2)0.12%
Max EPS beat(2)6.85%
EPS beat(4)3
Avg EPS beat(4)-131.24%
Min EPS beat(4)-538.17%
Max EPS beat(4)6.85%
EPS beat(8)6
Avg EPS beat(8)-71.45%
EPS beat(12)8
Avg EPS beat(12)-45.86%
EPS beat(16)11
Avg EPS beat(16)-17.12%
Revenue beat(2)1
Avg Revenue beat(2)-0.77%
Min Revenue beat(2)-4.23%
Max Revenue beat(2)2.68%
Revenue beat(4)1
Avg Revenue beat(4)-1.61%
Min Revenue beat(4)-4.23%
Max Revenue beat(4)2.68%
Revenue beat(8)1
Avg Revenue beat(8)-1.41%
Revenue beat(12)1
Avg Revenue beat(12)-1.25%
Revenue beat(16)2
Avg Revenue beat(16)-0.94%
PT rev (1m)-3.3%
PT rev (3m)5.78%
EPS NQ rev (1m)62.23%
EPS NQ rev (3m)46.22%
EPS NY rev (1m)0%
EPS NY rev (3m)3.14%
Revenue NQ rev (1m)0.07%
Revenue NQ rev (3m)-0.32%
Revenue NY rev (1m)0%
Revenue NY rev (3m)0.46%
Valuation
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| PE | 13.56 | ||
| Fwd PE | 8.5 | ||
| P/S | 0.46 | ||
| P/FCF | 37.99 | ||
| P/OCF | 2.78 | ||
| P/B | 0.73 | ||
| P/tB | 0.82 | ||
| EV/EBITDA | 3.26 |
EPS(TTM)1.33
EY7.37%
EPS(NY)2.12
Fwd EY11.77%
FCF(TTM)0.47
FCFY2.63%
OCF(TTM)6.48
OCFY35.91%
SpS39.46
BVpS24.57
TBVpS22.13
PEG (NY)0.05
PEG (5Y)N/A
Graham Number27.11
Profitability
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| ROA | 2.2% | ||
| ROE | 5.42% | ||
| ROCE | 5.03% | ||
| ROIC | 3.6% | ||
| ROICexc | 4.31% | ||
| ROICexgc | 4.61% | ||
| OM | 5.5% | ||
| PM (TTM) | 3.38% | ||
| GM | 65.13% | ||
| FCFM | 1.2% |
ROA(3y)2.19%
ROA(5y)2.43%
ROE(3y)5.51%
ROE(5y)6.05%
ROIC(3y)3.37%
ROIC(5y)3.61%
ROICexc(3y)3.92%
ROICexc(5y)4.24%
ROICexgc(3y)4.36%
ROICexgc(5y)4.78%
ROCE(3y)4.68%
ROCE(5y)5.01%
ROICexgc growth 3Y-23.85%
ROICexgc growth 5Y-9.88%
ROICexc growth 3Y-21.84%
ROICexc growth 5Y-8.78%
OM growth 3Y-23.02%
OM growth 5Y-8.46%
PM growth 3Y-31.15%
PM growth 5Y-6.84%
GM growth 3Y2.62%
GM growth 5Y2.31%
F-Score7
Asset Turnover0.65
Health
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt/Equity | 0.53 | ||
| Debt/FCF | 35.52 | ||
| Debt/EBITDA | 1.66 | ||
| Cap/Depr | 106.32% | ||
| Cap/Sales | 15.22% | ||
| Interest Coverage | 3.93 | ||
| Cash Conversion | 82.88% | ||
| Profit Quality | 35.65% | ||
| Current Ratio | 1.19 | ||
| Quick Ratio | 1.15 | ||
| Altman-Z | 1.63 |
F-Score7
WACC2.51%
ROIC/WACC1.43
Cap/Depr(3y)100.32%
Cap/Depr(5y)103.81%
Cap/Sales(3y)14.7%
Cap/Sales(5y)15.35%
Profit Quality(3y)N/A
Profit Quality(5y)N/A
High Growth Momentum
Growth
EPS 1Y (TTM)-14.13%
EPS 3Y-30.81%
EPS 5Y-5.48%
EPS Q2Q%76.52%
EPS Next Y274.39%
EPS Next 2Y78.51%
EPS Next 3Y50.78%
EPS Next 5Y48.76%
Revenue 1Y (TTM)3.45%
Revenue growth 3Y2.01%
Revenue growth 5Y1.66%
Sales Q2Q%13.46%
Revenue Next Year4.6%
Revenue Next 2Y1.87%
Revenue Next 3Y2.12%
Revenue Next 5Y3.75%
EBIT growth 1Y-4.75%
EBIT growth 3Y-21.48%
EBIT growth 5Y-6.94%
EBIT Next Year546.96%
EBIT Next 3Y83.81%
EBIT Next 5Y44.01%
FCF growth 1Y66.66%
FCF growth 3Y9.09%
FCF growth 5YN/A
OCF growth 1Y6.95%
OCF growth 3Y-3.07%
OCF growth 5Y6.23%
KT CORP-SP ADR / KT FAQ
What is the ChartMill fundamental rating of KT CORP-SP ADR (KT) stock?
ChartMill assigns a fundamental rating of 5 / 10 to KT.
What is the valuation status for KT stock?
ChartMill assigns a valuation rating of 8 / 10 to KT CORP-SP ADR (KT). This can be considered as Undervalued.
What is the profitability of KT stock?
KT CORP-SP ADR (KT) has a profitability rating of 6 / 10.
What is the valuation of KT CORP-SP ADR based on its PE and PB ratios?
The Price/Earnings (PE) ratio for KT CORP-SP ADR (KT) is 13.56 and the Price/Book (PB) ratio is 0.73.
Can you provide the dividend sustainability for KT stock?
The dividend rating of KT CORP-SP ADR (KT) is 7 / 10 and the dividend payout ratio is 57.55%.