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Kb Financial Group Inc. (KB)
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Kb Financial Group (KB) Price & Analysis

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KB Stock Chart & Stats

$86.50
-$0.24(-0.42%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$86.50
-$0.24(-0.42%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Improving Return On EquityA sustained ROE near 13% indicates the group is generating solid returns on shareholder capital. Over the next several months this supports internal capital generation, dividend capacity and reinvestment into strategic areas, increasing resilience to revenue pressures.
Diversified Earnings MixNonbank subsidiaries contributing over a third of profits reduces reliance on net interest income. This structural diversification stabilizes earnings against NIM volatility, supports fee income growth and provides multiple cash generation channels for medium-term capital planning.
Active Capital ManagementConfirmed treasury share cancellation and elevated dividends demonstrate disciplined capital allocation. These structural actions improve per-share metrics and signal commitment to shareholder returns, while allowing management to rebalance capital without altering paid-in capital.
Bears Say
Declining Top-line TrendA multi-period decline in revenue growth signals underlying pressure on core franchise expansion or pricing. Persisting top-line weakness constrains operating leverage, limits room for margin expansion, and forces greater reliance on non-operating items or cost cuts to sustain profitability.
Negative Operating Cash FlowTTM negative operating cash flow undermines the bank’s ability to fund lending, dividends and buybacks from core activities. Over 2-6 months this raises reliance on non-operating receipts or funding markets and limits flexibility to absorb credit or market stress.
High LeverageA debt-to-equity ratio above 2x denotes material leverage common in banking but increases sensitivity to asset quality deterioration and interest rate shifts. This structural exposure can constrain capital buffers and regulatory headroom, requiring careful balance-sheet management.

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KB FAQ

What was Kb Financial Group Inc.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Kb Financial Group Inc. lowest stock price was $64.29 and its highest was $119.71 in the past 12 months.
    What is Kb Financial Group Inc.’s market cap?
    Kb Financial Group Inc.’s market cap is $38.75B.
      When is Kb Financial Group Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Kb Financial Group Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 28, 2026 which is in 85 days.
        How were Kb Financial Group Inc.’s earnings last quarter?
        Kb Financial Group Inc. released its earnings results on Apr 23, 2026. The company reported $3.41 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $3.313 by $0.097.
          Is Kb Financial Group Inc. overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Kb Financial Group Inc.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Kb Financial Group Inc. pay dividends?
            Kb Financial Group Inc. pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.512 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.79%. See more information on Kb Financial Group Inc. dividends here
              What is Kb Financial Group Inc.’s EPS estimate?
              Kb Financial Group Inc.’s EPS estimate is 3.22.
                How many shares outstanding does Kb Financial Group Inc. have?
                Kb Financial Group Inc. has 372,850,460 shares outstanding.
                  What happened to Kb Financial Group Inc.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                  Kb Financial Group Inc. reported an EPS of $3.41 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $3.313. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.112%.
                    Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Kb Financial Group Inc.?
                    Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in KB
                    What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
                    Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology

                      Company Description

                      Kb Financial Group Inc.

                      KB Financial Group Inc. provides a range of banking and related financial services to consumers and corporations in South Korea and internationally. The company operates through Corporate Banking, Retail Banking, Other Banking Services, Securities Business, Non-life Insurance Business, Credit Card Business, and Life Insurance Business segments. It offers loans, deposit products, and other related financial products and services to large, small, and medium-sized enterprises, as well as small and home office, and individuals and households; investment banking, and brokerage and supporting services; life insurance products; non-life insurance products; and credit sale, cash service, card loan, and other supporting services. The company also engages in securities and derivatives trading, funding, and other supporting activities. In addition, it offers foreign exchange transaction; financial investment; credit card and installment financing; financial leasing; real estate trust management; capital investment; collection of receivables or credit investigation; software advisory, development, and supply; investment advisory; claim; management; savings banking; information and communication; and general advisory services. The company was incorporated in 2008 and is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea.

                      Kb Financial Group (KB) Earnings & Revenues

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                      KB Earnings Call

                      Q1 2026
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                      Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
                      The call conveyed strong operational and financial momentum: record noninterest income and fee growth, improved ROE, modest NII and NIM expansion, robust shareholder returns including large share cancellations, and lower credit costs. These positives were tempered by capital pressure from FX volatility and large shareholder returns, weakened other operating profit (insurance), higher G&A due to taxes/bonuses, and some moderation in NPL coverage. Management emphasized conservative capital and provisioning stances and active RWA management to mitigate risks.View all KB earnings summaries
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