Dongbu Steel Co Ltd (016380) - Net Assets
Based on the latest financial reports, Dongbu Steel Co Ltd (016380) has net assets worth ₩2.03 Trillion KRW (≈ $1.38 Billion USD) as of September 2025. Net assets (also known as shareholders' equity or book value) represent the difference between a company's total assets (₩3.38 Trillion ≈ $2.29 Billion USD) and total liabilities (₩1.35 Trillion ≈ $912.58 Million USD). This figure indicates the residual interest in the assets after deducting liabilities, essentially showing what would remain for shareholders if all assets were liquidated and all debts paid off. Check Dongbu Steel Co Ltd (016380) liquid assets ratio to evaluate the company's liquid asset resilience ratio.
Key Net Assets Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Net Assets | ₩2.03 Trillion |
| % of Total Assets | 60.15% |
| Annual Growth Rate | 2.85% |
| 5-Year Change | 101.52% |
| 10-Year Change | 57279.78% |
| Growth Volatility | 2805.61 |
Dongbu Steel Co Ltd - Net Assets Trend (2000–2024)
This chart illustrates how Dongbu Steel Co Ltd's net assets have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. Also explore 016380 current and non-current assets for the complete picture of this company's asset base.
Annual Net Assets for Dongbu Steel Co Ltd (2000–2024)
The table below shows the annual net assets of Dongbu Steel Co Ltd from 2000 to 2024. For live valuation and market cap data, see 016380 stock market capitalisation.
| Year | Net Assets | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-12-31 | ₩1.96 Trillion ≈ $1.33 Billion |
+3.68% |
| 2023-12-31 | ₩1.89 Trillion ≈ $1.28 Billion |
+11.86% |
| 2022-12-31 | ₩1.69 Trillion ≈ $1.15 Billion |
+46.95% |
| 2021-12-31 | ₩1.15 Trillion ≈ $779.45 Million |
+18.24% |
| 2020-12-31 | ₩972.70 Billion ≈ $659.19 Million |
+9.36% |
| 2019-12-31 | ₩889.46 Billion ≈ $602.77 Million |
+13721.03% |
| 2018-12-31 | ₩6.44 Billion ≈ $4.36 Million |
-96.11% |
| 2017-12-31 | ₩165.56 Billion ≈ $112.19 Million |
+31.12% |
| 2016-12-31 | ₩126.26 Billion ≈ $85.57 Million |
+3595.95% |
| 2015-12-31 | ₩3.42 Billion ≈ $2.32 Million |
-95.08% |
| 2014-12-31 | ₩69.50 Billion ≈ $47.10 Million |
-94.76% |
| 2013-12-31 | ₩1.33 Trillion ≈ $899.11 Million |
-8.53% |
| 2012-12-31 | ₩1.45 Trillion ≈ $982.99 Million |
-2.61% |
| 2011-12-31 | ₩1.49 Trillion ≈ $1.01 Billion |
-16.19% |
| 2010-12-31 | ₩1.78 Trillion ≈ $1.20 Billion |
+11.60% |
| 2009-12-31 | ₩1.59 Trillion ≈ $1.08 Billion |
+13.65% |
| 2008-12-31 | ₩1.40 Trillion ≈ $949.51 Million |
+41.21% |
| 2007-12-31 | ₩992.19 Billion ≈ $672.40 Million |
-8.39% |
| 2006-12-31 | ₩1.08 Trillion ≈ $733.98 Million |
-2.34% |
| 2005-12-31 | ₩1.11 Trillion ≈ $751.55 Million |
+2.24% |
| 2004-12-31 | ₩1.08 Trillion ≈ $735.11 Million |
+14.63% |
| 2003-12-31 | ₩946.32 Billion ≈ $641.31 Million |
+1.46% |
| 2002-12-31 | ₩932.72 Billion ≈ $632.09 Million |
+2.48% |
| 2001-12-31 | ₩910.19 Billion ≈ $616.83 Million |
-8.82% |
| 2000-12-31 | ₩998.22 Billion ≈ $676.48 Million |
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Equity Component Analysis
This analysis shows how different components contribute to Dongbu Steel Co Ltd's total equity over time. Equity components include common stock, retained earnings, additional paid-in capital, and other elements.
Equity Composition Insights
- Retained earnings have grown by 110386717403000.0% over the analyzed period, indicating profitable operations and earnings retention.
Current Equity Component Breakdown (December 2024)
| Component | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Retained Earnings | ₩1.10 Trillion | 56.28% |
| Other Components | ₩857.42 Billion | 43.72% |
| Total Equity | ₩1.96 Trillion | 100.00% |
Dongbu Steel Co Ltd Competitors by Market Cap
The table below lists competitors of Dongbu Steel Co Ltd ranked by their market capitalization.
| Company | Market Cap |
|---|---|
|
Shaanxi Jinye Science Technology and Education Group Co Ltd
SHE:000812
|
$461.18 Million |
|
Banco de Valores SA
BA:VALO
|
$461.40 Million |
|
Cosmo Chem
KO:005420
|
$461.48 Million |
|
Jiang Su New Technology Co. Ltd.
SHE:301229
|
$461.51 Million |
|
European Lithium Ltd
AU:EUR
|
$460.99 Million |
|
Electrovaya Inc.
TO:ELVA
|
$460.84 Million |
|
Holcim Argentina SA
BA:HARG
|
$460.82 Million |
|
WATERDROP INC.ADS/10 CL.A
F:717
|
$460.70 Million |
Equity Growth Attribution
This analysis shows how different factors contributed to changes in Dongbu Steel Co Ltd's equity between the two most recent reporting periods.
Equity Growth Insights
- From 2023 to 2024, total equity changed from 1,890,338,950,670 to 1,961,290,470,880, a change of 70,951,520,210 (3.8%).
- Net income of 133,372,612,710 contributed positively to equity growth.
- Dividend payments of 20,216,158,000 reduced retained earnings.
- Share repurchases of 14,323,349,760 reduced equity.
- Other factors decreased equity by 27,881,584,740.
Equity Change Factors (2023 to 2024)
| Factor | Impact | Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Net Income | ₩133.37 Billion | +6.8% |
| Dividends Paid | ₩20.22 Billion | -1.03% |
| Share Repurchases | ₩14.32 Billion | -0.73% |
| Other Changes | ₩-27.88 Billion | -1.42% |
| Total Change | ₩- | 3.75% |
Book Value vs Market Value Analysis
This analysis compares Dongbu Steel Co Ltd's book value (net assets) with its market value over time. The relationship between these values can provide insights into investor sentiment and company valuation.
Valuation Insights
- Current price-to-book ratio: 0.35x
- The company is trading below its book value, potentially indicating the market believes the assets are overvalued on the balance sheet or anticipates future losses.
- The price-to-book ratio has increased from 0.15x to 0.35x over the analyzed period, suggesting growing market confidence.
Historical Price-to-Book Ratios
| Date | Book Value per Share | Market Price | P/B Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-12-31 | ₩46818.65 | ₩7030.00 | x |
| 2018-12-31 | ₩1598.51 | ₩7030.00 | x |
| 2019-12-31 | ₩8890.83 | ₩7030.00 | x |
| 2020-12-31 | ₩9720.83 | ₩7030.00 | x |
| 2021-12-31 | ₩11503.92 | ₩7030.00 | x |
| 2022-12-31 | ₩16907.10 | ₩7030.00 | x |
| 2023-12-31 | ₩18901.71 | ₩7030.00 | x |
| 2024-12-31 | ₩19985.77 | ₩7030.00 | x |
Capital Efficiency Dashboard
This dashboard shows how efficiently Dongbu Steel Co Ltd utilizes its equity to generate returns, including Return on Equity (ROE) and its components based on the DuPont analysis framework.
Capital Efficiency Insights
- Current Return on Equity (ROE): 6.80%
- The company has moderate efficiency in generating returns from equity.
- DuPont Analysis Breakdown:
- • Net Profit Margin: 4.04%
- • Asset Turnover: 0.99x
- • Equity Multiplier: 1.70x
- Recent ROE (6.80%) is above the historical average (-189.52%), indicating improving capital efficiency.
Historical Capital Efficiency Metrics
| Year | Return on Equity | Net Profit Margin | Asset Turnover | Equity Multiplier | Economic Value Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 0.09% | 0.05% | 0.49x | 3.91x | ₩-79.44 Billion |
| 2002 | 3.86% | 1.22% | 0.79x | 3.99x | ₩-46.62 Billion |
| 2003 | 3.92% | 1.10% | 0.88x | 4.05x | ₩-46.01 Billion |
| 2004 | 13.48% | 3.49% | 1.03x | 3.74x | ₩30.25 Billion |
| 2005 | 1.24% | 0.30% | 1.01x | 4.06x | ₩-77.07 Billion |
| 2007 | 3.18% | 1.35% | 0.81x | 2.92x | ₩-65.96 Billion |
| 2009 | 3.17% | 1.88% | 0.57x | 2.95x | ₩-106.80 Billion |
| 2013 | -11.86% | -3.84% | 0.72x | 4.28x | ₩-267.49 Billion |
| 2014 | -2476.46% | -42.14% | 0.89x | 65.94x | ₩-1.28 Trillion |
| 2015 | 0.00% | -1.99% | 0.80x | 0.00x | ₩-40.54 Billion |
| 2016 | -58.47% | -3.12% | 0.82x | 22.69x | ₩-85.19 Billion |
| 2017 | -76.14% | -4.80% | 0.97x | 16.40x | ₩-140.99 Billion |
| 2018 | -1077.56% | -2.58% | 1.02x | 411.56x | ₩-66.22 Billion |
| 2019 | -3.75% | -1.37% | 1.03x | 2.65x | ₩-122.22 Billion |
| 2020 | 6.87% | 2.85% | 1.04x | 2.32x | ₩-30.40 Billion |
| 2021 | 16.60% | 5.69% | 1.21x | 2.41x | ₩75.91 Billion |
| 2022 | 31.70% | 14.03% | 1.25x | 1.80x | ₩366.93 Billion |
| 2023 | 12.40% | 6.83% | 1.07x | 1.69x | ₩45.32 Billion |
| 2024 | 6.80% | 4.04% | 0.99x | 1.70x | ₩-62.76 Billion |
Industry Comparison
This section compares Dongbu Steel Co Ltd's net assets metrics with peer companies in the Steel industry.
Industry Context
- Industry: Steel
- Average net assets among peers: $844,740,783,393
- Average return on equity (ROE) among peers: 3.10%
Peer Company Comparison
| Company | Net Assets | Return on Equity | Debt-to-Equity | Market Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dongbu Steel Co Ltd (016380) | ₩2.03 Trillion | 0.09% | 0.66x | $461.08 Million |
| Korea Cast Pip (000970) | $224.35 Billion | 3.36% | 0.34x | $107.15 Million |
| Manho Rope&Wir (001080) | $145.98 Billion | 0.00% | 0.34x | $12.22 Million |
| Dongkuk Steel Mill Co Ltd (001230) | $2.25 Trillion | -10.63% | 2.07x | $240.28 Million |
| SeAH Bestee (001430) | $2.04 Trillion | 6.29% | 0.80x | $1.83 Billion |
| Kisco Holdings (001940) | $1.50 Trillion | 5.33% | 0.16x | $231.09 Million |
| Hanil Iron & S (002220) | $177.76 Billion | 14.38% | 0.91x | $86.32 Million |
| Kis Wire (002240) | $617.89 Billion | 5.08% | 0.51x | $469.97 Million |
| Dong Il Steel MFG Co Ltd (002690) | $153.66 Billion | -0.31% | 0.12x | $22.23 Million |
| Tcc Steel (002710) | $119.49 Billion | 3.73% | 1.17x | $350.50 Million |
| Seah Steel Corp (003030) | $1.23 Trillion | 3.72% | 0.69x | $657.16 Million |
About Dongbu Steel Co Ltd
KG Dongbu Steel Co.,Ltd. produces and sells steel products in South Korea. The company offers cold-rolled steel, galva- annealed, galvanized, and electronic galvanized iron/ steel; and printed coated metal, printech, and color visualizer steel. It provides tin plate and tin free steel, and customized printing services. The company was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea.