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POSCO
(NYSE:PKX)
POSCO (PKX) vs. SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY)
POSCO Business Overview & Revenue Model
POSCO Earnings Call Summary
POSCO Financial Statement Overview
| Breakdown | TTM | Dec 2024 | Dec 2023 | Dec 2022 | Dec 2021 | Dec 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Income Statement | ||||||
| Total Revenue | 70.06T | 72.69T | 77.13T | 84.75T | 76.33T | 57.79T |
| Gross Profit | 5.20T | 5.39T | 6.39T | 7.62T | 11.86T | 4.71T |
| EBITDA | 6.08T | 6.11T | 7.09T | 8.53T | 12.83T | 5.97T |
| Net Income | 454.78B | 1.09T | 1.70T | 3.14T | 6.62T | 1.60T |
Balance Sheet | ||||||
| Total Assets | 10.00T> | 10.00T> | 10.00T> | 98.41T | 91.47T | 79.09T |
| Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments | 15.84T | 14.80T | 17.91T | 18.74T | 18.16T | 16.36T |
| Total Debt | 27.59T | 26.90T | 25.90T | 22.83T | 22.52T | 20.17T |
| Total Liabilities | 40.54T | 41.95T | 41.89T | 40.15T | 36.67T | 31.41T |
| Stockholders Equity | 55.62T | 55.39T | 54.15T | 52.51T | 50.43T | 44.33T |
Cash Flow | ||||||
| Free Cash Flow | -1.61T | -1.01T | -1.06T | 766.31B | 2.75T | 5.19T |
| Operating Cash Flow | 4.91T | 6.66T | 6.17T | 6.19T | 6.26T | 8.69T |
| Investing Cash Flow | -5.77T | -4.49T | -7.39T | -4.22T | -5.58T | -6.26T |
| Financing Cash Flow | 143.40B | -2.30T | -178.59B | 1.32T | -768.67B | -1.09T |
POSCO Technical Analysis
POSCO Risk Analysis
POSCO Peers Comparison
Name | Overall Rating | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | ROE | Dividend Yield | Revenue Growth | EPS Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
76 Outperform | $40.67B | 23.63 | 8.44% | 1.34% | 1.66% | -31.25% | |
74 Outperform | $17.23B | 24.10 | 9.94% | 1.63% | -0.88% | -25.15% | |
71 Outperform | $40.40B | 16.41 | 4.72% | 1.03% | -4.51% | ― | |
68 Neutral | $26.22B | 22.47 | 13.25% | 1.11% | -1.49% | -31.82% | |
68 Neutral | $8.21B | 14.31 | 4.80% | 7.02% | -16.69% | 585.38% | |
61 Neutral | $10.43B | 7.12 | -0.05% | 2.87% | 2.86% | -36.73% | |
50 Neutral | $18.11B | 54.11 | 0.78% | 3.22% | -8.97% | -67.03% |
POSCO Corporate Events
On February 2, 2026, POSCO’s board of directors approved a year-end cash dividend of KRW 6,278 per share, based on a record date of December 31, 2025, for a total payout of KRW 605.7 billion. As POSCO is wholly owned by POSCO HOLDINGS, the entire dividend will be paid to the parent company, reinforcing internal capital returns and potentially strengthening POSCO HOLDINGS’ liquidity and dividend capacity to its own investors; under Korean commercial law, the payment will be made within one month after the general shareholders’ meeting.
The most recent analyst rating on (PKX) stock is a Hold with a $60.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on POSCO stock, see the PKX Stock Forecast page.
On January 29, 2026, POSCO Holdings reported provisional consolidated full-year 2025 results showing a broad earnings slowdown despite a recovery in its core steel business. Revenue fell 5.0% year-on-year to KRW 69.09 trillion, operating profit declined 15.7% to KRW 1.83 trillion, profit before income tax dropped 11.2% to KRW 1.11 trillion, and net profit halved, down 47.4% to KRW 0.50 trillion, with profit attributable to owners of the parent sliding 39.4% to KRW 0.66 trillion. Management attributed the weaker performance primarily to soft results in rechargeable battery materials and construction, while noting that a one-time non-cash corporate tax expense in 2025 related to the introduction of a consolidated tax return weighed on net profit. The group maintained a sizable investment program with KRW 7.0 trillion in consolidated capex and is targeting a profit rebound in 2026 supported by commercial-scale lithium production and planned sales of non-core assets, moves that underscore its strategy to diversify beyond traditional steel while managing balance-sheet leverage. In parallel, POSCO continues to emphasize workplace safety as a strategic priority, strengthening group-wide safety governance, increasing the weight of safety metrics in management evaluations, expanding safety training to contractors and SMEs, and deploying digital tools such as AI-based CCTV and risk assessment systems, measures that are important for regulatory compliance and for protecting its operational continuity and reputation.
The most recent analyst rating on (PKX) stock is a Hold with a $63.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on POSCO stock, see the PKX Stock Forecast page.
On January 29, 2026, POSCO Holdings reported that its subsidiary POSCO’s consolidated operating income for the 2025 fiscal year rose 28.6% year-on-year to approximately KRW 2.23 trillion, despite a 2.4% decline in sales to about KRW 43.56 trillion, with management attributing the profit improvement to lower raw material costs, cost-cutting efforts and increased sales of high-value-added products. Net income for 2025 increased 20.6% to roughly KRW 1.30 trillion, while total liabilities fell and shareholders’ equity increased compared with 2024, indicating a stronger balance sheet; the preliminary, unaudited figures suggest improved profitability and financial resilience at the core steel unit, which could bolster POSCO Holdings’ earnings quality and its competitive position in the global steel industry once the audit is completed.
The most recent analyst rating on (PKX) stock is a Hold with a $63.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on POSCO stock, see the PKX Stock Forecast page.
On January 29, 2026, POSCO Holdings reported preliminary consolidated results for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025, showing a 4.9% year-on-year decline in sales to KRW 69.1 trillion and a 15.9% drop in operating income to KRW 1.83 trillion, while net income fell 46.8% to KRW 504.4 billion compared with 2024. The company attributed the sharp profit contraction primarily to a one-time loss in its construction business and a weak market environment for rechargeable battery materials, partially offset by modest growth in total assets and shareholders’ equity, underscoring pressure on profitability despite a stable balance sheet and signaling ongoing headwinds in key growth segments.
The most recent analyst rating on (PKX) stock is a Hold with a $63.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on POSCO stock, see the PKX Stock Forecast page.
On January 29, 2026, POSCO HOLDINGS disclosed provisional 2025 separate financial results for its main subsidiary POSCO, showing revenue of KRW 35.01 trillion, down 6.8% from 2024’s KRW 37.56 trillion. Despite the top-line decline, profitability improved, with operating profit rising 21.1% year-on-year to KRW 1.78 trillion, profit before income tax up 24.3% to KRW 1.43 trillion, and net profit increasing 26.7% to KRW 1.14 trillion. The figures, prepared under K-IFRS and still subject to completion of an independent auditors’ review, suggest that the steelmaker has strengthened its cost structure or product mix, enabling higher margins in a weaker revenue environment, an outcome likely to be viewed positively by investors focused on earnings resilience in a challenging steel market.
The most recent analyst rating on (PKX) stock is a Hold with a $63.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on POSCO stock, see the PKX Stock Forecast page.
On January 15, 2026, POSCO Holdings Inc. announced it will hold a conference call on January 29, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. KST to present its provisional earnings for fiscal year 2025 and outline its business plan to analysts, institutional investors and the press. The upcoming disclosure is poised to provide markets with early visibility into POSCO’s 2025 financial performance and strategic direction, potentially influencing investor expectations and refining the company’s positioning within the global steel and materials industry.
The most recent analyst rating on (PKX) stock is a Hold with a $64.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on POSCO stock, see the PKX Stock Forecast page.
On January 5, 2026, POSCO Holdings filed a report with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission clarifying a December 5, 2025 article in Maeil Business Newspaper concerning a high-profile 10 trillion won takeover battle for shipping company HMM involving businessman Kim Jae-chul. POSCO stated that, as part of its steel business strategy to pursue overseas growth and expand in the high-profit U.S. market, it has signed a memorandum of understanding with U.S. steelmaker Cleveland-Cliffs and is discussing potential equity ownership and investment size, but emphasized that no decisions have yet been finalized and the situation remains undetermined. The company indicated it will provide an additional disclosure once specific terms are decided or by April 1, 2026, underscoring that any prospective deal could be strategically significant for its U.S. expansion but is still at a preliminary stage for investors and other stakeholders.
The most recent analyst rating on (PKX) stock is a Hold with a $53.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on POSCO stock, see the PKX Stock Forecast page.
On December 31, 2025, POSCO Holdings filed a report addressing a September 5, 2025 Korea Economic Daily article that suggested the group was a potential bidder for shipping line HMM. The company stated that the POSCO Group is conducting only a preliminary assessment of a possible HMM acquisition to evaluate strategic synergies and alignment with its long-term business goals, and emphasized that no decision has yet been made on whether to participate in any transaction. POSCO said it would provide an additional update when concrete decisions are reached or by June 30, 2026, signaling to investors and other stakeholders that the HMM situation remains exploratory rather than a committed deal at this stage.
The most recent analyst rating on (PKX) stock is a Hold with a $53.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on POSCO stock, see the PKX Stock Forecast page.
On December 18, 2025, a serious industrial accident occurred at POSCO Holdings’ construction subsidiary POSCO E&C on the Shinansan Line Section 4-2 tunnel project, where a worker was fatally struck and two others injured by a falling reinforcing bar installed at the top of the tunnel. The incident was reported the same day to the Ministry of Employment and Labor, which, along with the police, conducted an on-site inspection and prompted the Seoul Regional Employment and Labor Office’s Southern Branch to order a partial suspension of all lining operations in Section 4-2, signaling potential operational disruption and increased regulatory scrutiny for POSCO E&C’s rail infrastructure activities as the company prepares measures to prevent recurrence.
The most recent analyst rating on (PKX) stock is a Hold with a $53.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on POSCO stock, see the PKX Stock Forecast page.
On December 16, 2025, POSCO Holdings Inc. announced its decision to acquire shares in a new venture, POS-Louisiana, to build an electric arc furnace steel mill in Louisiana, USA. This strategic investment, amounting to approximately USD 582 million, is part of a collaboration with Hyundai Motor Group to enhance their presence in the North American steel market and support sustainable automotive steel production. The acquisition is scheduled to be completed by the end of 2027, with POSCO establishing a wholly-owned subsidiary to facilitate this investment.
The most recent analyst rating on (PKX) stock is a Hold with a $53.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on POSCO stock, see the PKX Stock Forecast page.
POSCO Holdings Inc. announced a change in its dividend distribution procedure for the fiscal year 2025. The record date for year-end dividends will now be determined by the Board of Directors rather than being fixed at the end of the fiscal year. This change, decided at the Annual General Meeting in March 2023, allows investors to make informed decisions based on known dividend amounts. The record date for the year-end dividends will be set in February 2026, and shareholders must be listed on the registry by this date to be eligible for dividends.
The most recent analyst rating on (PKX) stock is a Hold with a $53.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on POSCO stock, see the PKX Stock Forecast page.
On December 8, 2025, POSCO Holdings Inc. addressed rumors reported by Maeil Business Newspaper regarding Kim Jae-Chul’s ambition to acquire HMM for 10 trillion won. The company clarified that it has signed a memorandum of understanding with Cleveland Cliffs as part of its strategy to expand in the US market, though details on equity ownership and investment size are still under discussion. POSCO plans to provide further updates by January 2, 2026.
The most recent analyst rating on (PKX) stock is a Hold with a $53.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on POSCO stock, see the PKX Stock Forecast page.
POSCO Holdings Inc. released its third-quarter report for 2025, highlighting a decline in global crude steel production due to economic uncertainties and reduced demand in key sectors like China’s housing market. Despite these challenges, POSCO is working to strengthen its market position through strategic partnerships and expanding its global processing centers to meet the needs of various industries. The report also notes a renaming of the ‘Energy Materials’ segment to ‘Rechargeable Battery Materials’ in June 2025, reflecting a strategic focus shift.
The most recent analyst rating on (PKX) stock is a Hold with a $53.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on POSCO stock, see the PKX Stock Forecast page.
On November 11, 2025, POSCO Holdings Inc. announced a resolution to pay a cash dividend for the third quarter of the fiscal year 2025. The dividend per share is set at 2,500 KRW, with a dividend yield of 0.8%. The record date for the dividend is November 26, 2025, and the provisional payment date is December 11, 2025. This decision reflects POSCO’s commitment to returning value to its shareholders and may influence investor sentiment positively.
The most recent analyst rating on (PKX) stock is a Hold with a $53.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on POSCO stock, see the PKX Stock Forecast page.
On November 11, 2025, POSCO Holdings Inc. announced its decision to acquire a 30% stake in a new intermediate holding company to be formed by Mineral Resources Ltd. in Australia, aimed at operating in the lithium business. This strategic investment, valued at approximately 1.1 trillion KRW, is intended to strengthen POSCO’s position in the lithium market, thereby boosting its cost-competitiveness and expanding its footprint in the mining sector.
The most recent analyst rating on (PKX) stock is a Hold with a $53.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on POSCO stock, see the PKX Stock Forecast page.
On November 5, 2025, a serious industrial accident occurred at POSCO’s Stainless Steel Annealing and Pickling Plant in Pohang Works, resulting in one fatality and three injuries due to inhalation of acidic fumes from a pipe leak. The incident was promptly reported to the Ministry of Employment and Labor, and a site inspection was conducted by the police and the ministry. POSCO has committed to implementing measures to prevent future occurrences, highlighting its dedication to safety and operational integrity.
The most recent analyst rating on (PKX) stock is a Hold with a $53.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on POSCO stock, see the PKX Stock Forecast page.