KG Chemical Corporation (001390.KS) — Stock Score Summary

KG Chemical Corporation (001390.KS) has a MoatMap StockRank of 60/100 based on Quality (39/100), Value (71/100), and Momentum (35/100) factor scores. The current signal is HOLD. KG Chemical operates in fertilizers and industrial chemicals. While it has exposure to agricultural inputs, it lacks a clear technological or cost moat and is highly sensitive to volatile raw material costs.

KG Chemical Corporation is a South Korean chemical company specializing in the manufacture of eco-friendly fertilizers, concrete admixtures, and high-purity urea solutions for vehicles. The company holds a leading position in the domestic agricultural and construction chemical markets, supported by its advanced R&D and stable distribution networks. As the parent company of the KG Group, it benefits from broad industrial synergies and a diversified revenue base.

Key Financial Metrics

Price$2.96
Market Cap$210M
P/E (TTM)4.40
Price/Book0.30
Return on Equity6.7%
Return on Invested Capital8.0%
Debt/Equity53.79
Gross Margin11.0%
Operating Margin2.7%
Revenue Growth12.8%
Dividend Yield3.4%
Free Cash Flow$-98K

KG Chemical Corporation operates in the Conglomerates industry, part of the Industrials sector (South Korea).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is KG Chemical Corporation’s (001390.KS) StockRank?
MoatMap’s StockRank for KG Chemical Corporation (001390.KS) is 60/100, with a Hold signal. It is a composite of Quality (39), Value (71), and Momentum (35) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 19,000+ stock universe.
Does KG Chemical Corporation have an economic moat?
KG Chemical Corporation (001390.KS) has a Quality factor score of 39/100. The Quality factor combines ROIC, Piotroski F-Score, and leverage — the financial fingerprints of a durable competitive advantage. A Quality score above 70 typically indicates a company with the characteristics of a moated business.
Is KG Chemical Corporation a buy, hold, or sell?
MoatMap’s current signal for KG Chemical Corporation (001390.KS) is Hold, based on a StockRank of 60/100. Signals are derived mechanically from the StockRank composite and should be one input among many — combine with your own thesis on management, competitive position, and valuation.
What sector is KG Chemical Corporation in?
KG Chemical Corporation (001390.KS) operates in the Industrials sector, specifically the Conglomerates industry (South Korea).
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