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POSCO (PKX) Price & Analysis

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PKX Stock Chart & Stats

$63.41
-$0.23(-0.51%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$63.41
-$0.23(-0.51%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Portfolio Diversification (lithium & Energy)POSCO’s announced Triple-Core strategy shifts material exposure away from pure steel cyclicality toward battery materials, rare earths and energy resources. Building lithium scale and new resources can create higher-margin revenue streams and structural growth drivers over the medium term, reducing reliance on volatile steel cycles.
Strategic India JV For Integrated Steel CapacityThe JSW joint venture secures long-term access to a fast-growing market, localizes production for automotive and premium steels, and shares project/execution risk with a leading domestic partner. This structural footprint expansion supports revenue durability and geographic diversification of POSCO’s core steel operations.
Earnings-linked Shareholder Return PolicyA formal 35–40% earnings-linked return policy increases capital allocation predictability and signals disciplined use of cash. Over time, consistent dividends and buybacks can improve shareholder alignment, reduce holding-company discounts and pressure management to prioritize cash-generative, higher-return investments.
Bears Say
Negative Free Cash FlowPersistent negative free cash flow limits organic funding for investments and shareholder returns, increasing reliance on external financing or asset monetization to fund the Triple-Core investments and JV commitments. This reduces financial flexibility and raises execution risk for long-term strategic projects.
Compressed Margins And Low ROESustained thin margins and very low ROE constrain the company’s ability to generate profitable internal growth and absorb input-cost shocks. For a capital-intensive steel and materials group, weak returns increase sensitivity to commodity cycles and limit reinvestment capacity without dilutive financing or material margin recovery.
Operational Safety And Regulatory RiskA fatal site accident triggers regulatory scrutiny, potential fines, mandated work suspensions and reputational damage. These outcomes can delay construction projects, raise compliance and insurance costs, and tighten oversight—structural headwinds for POSCO E&C’s project delivery and margin sustainability in construction operations.

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PKX FAQ

What was Posco’s price range in the past 12 months?
Posco lowest stock price was $44.99 and its highest was $92.40 in the past 12 months.
    What is Posco’s market cap?
    Posco’s market cap is $15.42B.
      When is Posco’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Posco’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 16, 2026 which is in 10 days.
        How were Posco’s earnings last quarter?
        Posco released its earnings results on Apr 30, 2026. The company reported $0.994 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.799 by $0.195.
          Is Posco overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Posco’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Posco pay dividends?
            Posco pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.329 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.22%. See more information on Posco dividends here
              What is Posco’s EPS estimate?
              Posco’s EPS estimate is 0.9.
                How many shares outstanding does Posco have?
                Posco has 316,966,100 shares outstanding.
                  What happened to Posco’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                  Posco reported an EPS of $0.994 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.799. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 3.913%.
                    Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Posco?
                    Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in PKX
                    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

                      Posco

                      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.

                      POSCO (PKX) Earnings & Revenues

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                      PKX Earnings Call

                      Q1 2026
                      0:00 / 0:00
                      Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
                      The call presents a mixed picture: financial results in 2025 were challenged (revenue down 5% YoY, OP down 16%) and were weighed down by sizable one‑time charges (POSCO E&C accident, PZSS divestment) and Q4 operational setbacks. Offsetting factors include improved POSCO mill margins (~5%), disciplined CapEx execution, significant portfolio restructuring cash generation (KRW 1.1 trillion in 2025), and multiple 2026 inflection points — notably Argentina lithium commercial ramp, Australian JV equity gains potential, overseas steel JV actions, and decarbonization projects. However, key near‑term risks remain (lithium margin pressure from rising spodumene, safety incidents, trade/tariff risks, and currency/cost pressure). Overall, the positives (clear strategic actions and potential commodity/upstream gains) balance the notable near‑term operational and one‑time negatives, leaving the tone cautiously neutral.View all PKX earnings summaries
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