The South Korean market has shown resilience, remaining flat over the last week while achieving an 8.7% increase over the past year, with earnings projected to grow by 29% annually. In this environment, identifying stocks trading below their intrinsic value can offer potential opportunities for investors looking to capitalize on future growth prospects.
Name | Current Price | Fair Value (Est) | Discount (Est) |
T'Way Air (KOSE:A091810) | ₩2910.00 | ₩5473.17 | 46.8% |
PharmaResearch (KOSDAQ:A214450) | ₩230500.00 | ₩423861.63 | 45.6% |
Cosmecca Korea (KOSDAQ:A241710) | ₩75600.00 | ₩149822.43 | 49.5% |
TSE (KOSDAQ:A131290) | ₩50900.00 | ₩99180.98 | 48.7% |
Lutronic (KOSDAQ:A085370) | ₩36700.00 | ₩63217.94 | 41.9% |
Intellian Technologies (KOSDAQ:A189300) | ₩51800.00 | ₩90691.48 | 42.9% |
Oscotec (KOSDAQ:A039200) | ₩38100.00 | ₩65156.22 | 41.5% |
Shinsung E&GLtd (KOSE:A011930) | ₩1491.00 | ₩2867.95 | 48% |
Global Tax Free (KOSDAQ:A204620) | ₩3735.00 | ₩6415.94 | 41.8% |
Hotel ShillaLtd (KOSE:A008770) | ₩44250.00 | ₩75119.74 | 41.1% |
Let's explore several standout options from the results in the screener.
Overview: JUSUNG ENGINEERING Co., Ltd. manufactures and sells semiconductor, display, solar, and lighting equipment in South Korea and internationally, with a market cap of ₩1.28 trillion.
Operations: The company generates revenue primarily from its semiconductor equipment and services segment, amounting to ₩338.28 billion.
Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 33.7%
JUSUNG ENGINEERING Ltd. is trading at ₩27,000, significantly below its estimated fair value of ₩40,708.06, highlighting potential undervaluation based on cash flows. Despite a forecasted low return on equity of 18.1% in three years, the company anticipates robust revenue growth of 21.7% annually—outpacing the South Korean market's average—and earnings growth of 21% per year, albeit slower than the market's expected rate.
Overview: Hana Materials Inc. manufactures and sells silicon electrodes and rings in South Korea, with a market cap of approximately ₩561.93 billion.
Operations: The company's revenue segments include the production and sale of silicon electrodes and rings in South Korea.
Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 32.6%
Hana Materials is trading at ₩28,750, well below its estimated fair value of ₩42,647.5, indicating potential undervaluation based on cash flows. While revenue growth is expected at 19.3% annually—faster than the South Korean market—the company's profit margins have decreased from 23.3% to 9.6%. Despite high debt levels and a low forecasted return on equity of 15.7%, earnings are projected to grow significantly by over 49% annually.
Overview: PharmaResearch Co., Ltd., along with its subsidiaries, operates as a biopharmaceutical company primarily in South Korea with a market cap of ₩2.38 trillion.
Operations: The company generates revenue from its Pharmaceuticals segment, amounting to ₩296.59 billion.
Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 45.6%
PharmaResearch is trading at ₩230,500, significantly below its fair value estimate of ₩423,861.63. While earnings are forecast to grow 22.2% annually—slower than the South Korean market—the company's revenue growth is expected to outpace the market at 22.3% per year. Recent private placements could enhance financial flexibility but may dilute existing shares slightly. Return on equity is projected to reach a robust 21.3% in three years, supporting long-term growth prospects.
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