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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 | 72.07T | 72.69T | 77.06T | 84.75T | 76.33T | 57.79T |
| Gross Profit | 22.16T | 5.39T | 6.32T | 7.65T | 11.88T | 4.72T |
| EBITDA | 4.20T | 6.11T | 7.26T | 8.53T | 12.79T | 6.18T |
| Net Income | 856.61B | 1.09T | 1.70T | 3.16T | 6.61T | 1.58T |
Balance Sheet | ||||||
| Total Assets | 10.00T> | 10.00T> | 10.00T> | 98.41T | 91.47T | 79.09T |
| Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments | 15.50T | 14.80T | 17.91T | 18.74T | 18.16T | 16.46T |
| Total Debt | 0.00 | 26.90T | 25.90T | 25.13T | 22.52T | 20.50T |
| Total Liabilities | 40.45T | 41.95T | 41.89T | 40.15T | 36.67T | 31.41T |
| Stockholders Equity | 55.58T | 55.39T | 54.15T | 52.51T | 50.43T | 44.33T |
Cash Flow | ||||||
| Free Cash Flow | -377.53B | -1.01T | -1.06T | 766.31B | 2.75T | 5.19T |
| Operating Cash Flow | 7.05T | 6.66T | 6.17T | 6.19T | 6.26T | 8.69T |
| Investing Cash Flow | -5.00T | -4.49T | -7.39T | -4.22T | -5.58T | -6.26T |
| Financing Cash Flow | -2.35T | -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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
75 Outperform | $32.44B | 25.52 | 6.28% | 1.55% | -5.78% | -60.07% | |
75 Outperform | $15.29B | 21.23 | 9.93% | 1.62% | -3.91% | -30.31% | |
74 Outperform | $19.23B | 19.06 | 11.57% | 1.46% | -5.51% | -45.07% | |
70 Neutral | $6.80B | 11.62 | 4.89% | 7.80% | -16.83% | ― | |
64 Neutral | $15.50B | 41.41 | 0.92% | 2.41% | -7.63% | -63.14% | |
63 Neutral | $28.51B | 10.56 | 4.72% | 1.38% | -4.51% | ― | |
61 Neutral | $10.43B | 7.39 | -0.05% | 2.88% | 2.86% | -36.73% |
POSCO Corporate Events
On September 5, 2025, POSCO Holdings responded to media reports regarding its potential acquisition of HMM, a move that could align with the company’s strategic goals. Currently, POSCO is conducting a preliminary assessment to evaluate the strategic synergies of such an acquisition, but no decision has been made yet. The company plans to provide further disclosures by October 2, 2025.
POSCO Holdings Inc. organized an investor relations event from September 8 to 10, 2025, in Hong Kong, targeting major foreign institutional investors. The purpose of the event was to enhance understanding of the company through one-on-one meetings, covering key business highlights from the second quarter of 2025, and included participation in the CITIC CLSA 32nd Investor’s Forum and the BofA 2025 Asia Pacific Conference.
POSCO Holdings Inc. has released its interim report for the first half of 2025, detailing its business operations and financial performance. The report, submitted to the Korean Financial Services Commission and Korea Exchange, highlights the company’s continued focus on managing subsidiaries and expanding its business scope. The report also reflects on the company’s strategic positioning and its implications for stakeholders, emphasizing POSCO Holdings’ commitment to innovation and market leadership.
On August 28, 2025, POSCO Holdings Inc. released its Corporate Governance Report for the year 2024, highlighting its compliance with key governance indicators. The report, generated on May 30, 2025, outlines the company’s commitment to transparency and shareholder engagement, including the use of e-voting and a dedicated dividend information service. The report also details the company’s internal control policies and CEO succession planning, emphasizing the separation of the roles of Chair of the Board and CEO to enhance governance.
On August 21, 2025, POSCO Holdings Inc. addressed rumors regarding its investment in Hyundai Motor’s US steel mills, initially reported on April 22, 2025. The company confirmed discussions about participating in the construction of an electric arc furnace steel mill in Louisiana, USA, aimed at boosting synergy in the electric vehicle supply chain. However, details on the shareholding ratio and investment scale are still under negotiation, with a commitment to provide further disclosures within six months.
On August 19, 2025, POSCO’s Board of Directors approved an interim cash dividend payment of KRW 2,016 per share, with a total dividend of KRW 194,504,940,000. The record date for this dividend was June 30, 2025, and the payment is scheduled for September 9, 2025. As POSCO is a wholly owned subsidiary of POSCO HOLDINGS, the entire dividend will be paid to the parent company, reflecting a strategic financial move to consolidate earnings within the group.
POSCO Holdings Inc. announced the record date for its second-quarter dividend for the year 2025 as August 27, 2025. This announcement is significant for shareholders as it finalizes the list of those eligible to receive the quarterly dividend, reflecting the company’s commitment to shareholder returns.
On August 12, 2025, POSCO Holdings Inc. announced a resolution to pay a cash dividend for the second quarter of the fiscal year 2025. The dividend per share is set at KRW 2,500, with a dividend yield of 0.8%. The record date for the dividend is August 27, 2025, and the provisional payment date is September 12, 2025. This decision reflects POSCO’s commitment to providing value to its shareholders and maintaining a stable financial strategy.
On August 28, 2025, POSCO Holdings Inc. adjusted the conversion and exchange prices of its foreign currency-denominated exchangeable bonds, originally issued on September 1, 2021. This adjustment, following a cash dividend, resulted in a reduction of the pre-adjustment price from 433,278 KRW to a post-adjustment price of 425,631 KRW, and increased the number of shares available for conversion from 85,083 to 86,611. The adjustment is part of the company’s strategy to align bond conditions with market changes, potentially impacting stakeholders by altering the value and convertibility of securities.
On August 5, 2025, POSCO Holdings Inc. completed the liquidation of its subsidiary, POSCO CNGR Nickel Solution Co., Ltd., which was involved in the production and sales of high purity nickel. This decision, resolved on July 22, 2025, reduced the total number of subsidiaries from 19 to 18 and marked the exclusion of the subsidiary from the holding company. The liquidation reflects POSCO’s strategic move to streamline its operations and could impact its market positioning by focusing resources on more profitable ventures.
POSCO Holdings Inc. reported its provisional earnings for the second quarter of 2025, showing a slight increase in revenue compared to the first quarter but a decrease compared to the same period last year. The company’s operating profit improved from the previous quarter, but profit before income tax and net profit saw significant declines. POSCO is actively managing its portfolio, completing several projects to generate cash flow and focusing on cost-cutting measures and technological advancements. Despite challenges in global steel demand and trade protectionism, POSCO’s overseas operations showed moderate improvement in operating profit. The company’s efforts in structural cost innovation and high-value product development are aimed at maintaining competitiveness and exploring new markets.
POSCO Holdings Inc. reported its provisional earnings for the second quarter of 2025, showing a slight decline in revenue compared to both the previous quarter and the same period last year. Despite the revenue drop, the company experienced a significant increase in operating profit, rising by 45.7% from the first quarter of 2025 and 21.4% from the second quarter of 2024. This improvement in profitability could strengthen POSCO’s position in the steel industry, potentially benefiting stakeholders through enhanced operational efficiency.
On July 11, 2025, POSCO Holdings filed its 2024 Sustainability Report, verified by KPMG Samjong Accounting Corp, showcasing its commitment to sustainable management and ESG strategies. The report, prepared in accordance with GRI, SASB, and TCFD standards, highlights the company’s strategies, performance, and management guidelines, emphasizing its dedication to sustainable practices and risk management.
POSCO Holdings Inc. announced its provisional earnings for the second quarter of 2025, with a conference call scheduled for July 31, 2025, to discuss these results. The event will include a Q&A session and will be attended by analysts, institutional investors, and the press, indicating the company’s commitment to transparency and stakeholder engagement.
On June 19, 2025, POSCO Holdings Inc. announced a significant change in its dividend distribution policy following an amendment to its Articles of Incorporation. The company will now determine the record date for quarterly dividends through a resolution by the Board of Directors, rather than at the end of March, June, and September each year. This change aims to provide investors with more clarity on dividend amounts before the record date, potentially impacting investment decisions. The record date for the second quarter dividends of FY2025 will be decided in August 2025, and shareholders must be listed on the registry as of this new date to be eligible for dividends.