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PKX
POSCO Holdings Inc.
$60.38
-0.44
(-0.72%)
| Exchange: | NYSE |
| Market Cap: | 18.265B |
| Shares Outstanding: | 374.202M |
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About The Company
| Sector: | Basic Materials | |||||
| Industry: | Steel | |||||
| CEO: | In-Hwa Chang | |||||
| Full Time Employees: | 429 | |||||
| Address: |
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| Website: | https://www.posco.com |
POSCO Holdings Inc., a South Korean-based enterprise, operates globally in the production and sale of steel rolled products and plates through its extensive network of subsidiaries. The company’s multifaceted business is structured across four primary segments: Steel, Construction, Trading, and an expansive “Others” category. Its steel portfolio features hot and cold rolled steel, steel plates, wire rods, galvanized sheets, electrical steel, stainless steel, and titanium. Beyond its foundational steel operations, POSCO Holdings diversifies into various sectors. Its Construction segment specializes in the design, fabrication, and erection of steel mills and their infrastructure, along with commercial and residential facilities. The Trading division manages the import and export of raw materials, facilitates inter-company supply and procurement, and deals in a wide array of steel products. The comprehensive “Others” segment covers a significant breadth of industries. This includes infrastructure and industrial services such as power generation, network and system integration, logistics, cargo handling, and facility maintenance. It engages in resource management and industrial material supply, encompassing resource and mine development, sales of iron ore and coal, fuel cell technologies, refractory materials, and quicklime manufacturing. Real estate operations span development, rental, sales, and management, complemented by architectural design and housing agency services. Furthermore, POSCO Holdings is active in engineering, research and consulting, investment in venture, energy, and technology sectors, e-commerce, and intellectual property services. Its diverse undertakings also extend to IT services, electric control engineering, forest resources development, wastewater treatment, agricultural processing (rice and grain sales), education, and various social enterprise initiatives. Founded in 1968, POSCO Holdings Inc. maintains its headquarters in Pohang, South Korea.
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| Year | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | 77,127,197,109 | 72,688,143,160 | 68,986,938,000 |
| Gross Profit | 6,391,456,880 | 5,388,557,335 | 5,137,361,000 |
| EBITDA | 7,092,376,187 | 6,107,133,932 | 6,389,843,000 |
| Operating Income | 3,604,202,506 | 2,503,969,273 | 1,866,345,000 |
| Net Income | 1,698,092,001 | 1,094,917,126 | 690,686,000 |
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Balance Sheet
| Year | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | 101,486,316,000 | 103,404,198,998 | 105,192,000,000 |
| Total Liabilities | 41,887,716,000 | 41,953,831,078 | 42,814,000,000 |
| Total Stockholders Equity | 54,146,374,000 | 55,394,231,302 | 55,730,000,000 |
| Total Debt | 25,904,611,000 | 26,903,468,326 | 28,492,000,000 |
| Cash and Cash Equivalents | 6,670,879,000 | 6,767,898,000 | 15,593,000,000 |
(* All numbers are in thousands)
Cash Flow Statement
| Year | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | 6,167,695,000 | 6,663,654,760 | 0 |
| Capital Expenditure | -7,227,066,000 | -7,673,582,750 | 0 |
| Free Cash Flow | -1,059,371,000 | -1,009,927,991 | 0 |
| Net Income | 1,846,059,000 | 1,094,917,126 | 658,000,000 |
| Net Change in Cash | -1,382,403,000 | 97,018,776 | -6,767,897,520 |
(* All numbers are in thousands)
Analyst Estimates
| Fiscal Year | 2029 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
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| Estimated Revenue (Low) | 86,348,275,396.957 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated Revenue (High) | 90,780,708,938.542 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated Revenue (Avg) | 86,348,275,396.957 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated Ebitda (Low) | 9,280,371,540.017 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated Ebitda (High) | 9,756,751,987.724 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated Ebitda (Avg) | 9,280,371,540.017 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated Net Income (Low) | 0 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated Net Income (High) | 0 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated Net Income (Avg) | 0 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated SGA Expense (Low) | 2,699,606,353.568 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated SGA Expense (High) | 2,838,182,667.867 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated SGA Expense (Avg) | 2,699,606,353.568 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated EPS (Avg) | 0 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated EPS (High) | 0 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated EPS (Low) | 0 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Number of Analysts (Estimated Revenue) | 5 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Number of Analysts (Estimated EPS) | 0 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
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Strengths (preview)
- Robust Revenue Base: POSCO Holdings reported consolidated revenue of KRW 17.4 trillion in Q1 2025, reflecting a strong financial foundation as highlighted in the latest earnings call transcript. This revenue performance underscores the company’s ability to maintain significant market share within the steel and materials sector.
- Operational Efficiency: Key metrics such as gross profit margin (TTM) and net profit margin (TTM) indicate effective cost management and profitability relative to industry peers, supported by consistent operating cash flow trends from the cash flow statements.
- Global Presence: Revenue from diverse geographic segments, as detailed in the revenue geo segments data, demonstrates POSCO’s established international footprint, reducing reliance on any single market and enhancing revenue stability.
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| Open: | 61.65 | Previous Close: | 60.82 | |
| Day Low: | 59.1 | Day High: | 61.65 | |
| Year Low: | 44.99 | Year High: | 92.4 | |
| Price Avg 50: | 71.03 | Price Avg 200: | 59.46 | |
| Volume: | 533684 | Average Volume: | 236658 |
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Welcome to MARKETSNAP’s SWOT analysis for POSCO Holdings, a major player in the steel industry that many of you might not be as familiar with compared to some household names. If you’re looking to diversify your portfolio with a global industrial giant, stick around because we’ve got a deep dive into their strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats, all tailored for long-term investors like you. Let’s break down what makes POSCO Holdings tick and whether it’s worth a spot in your…
