KPX Chemical (025000) - Net Assets
Based on the latest financial reports, KPX Chemical (025000) has net assets worth ₩732.59 Billion KRW (≈ $496.47 Million USD) as of September 2025. Net assets (also known as shareholders' equity or book value) represent the difference between a company's total assets (₩928.03 Billion ≈ $628.91 Million USD) and total liabilities (₩195.44 Billion ≈ $132.45 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 financial resilience of KPX Chemical to evaluate the company's liquid asset resilience ratio.
Key Net Assets Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Net Assets | ₩732.59 Billion |
| % of Total Assets | 78.94% |
| Annual Growth Rate | 6.31% |
| 5-Year Change | 31.41% |
| 10-Year Change | 72.47% |
| Growth Volatility | 14.26 |
KPX Chemical - Net Assets Trend (2003–2024)
This chart illustrates how KPX Chemical's net assets have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. Also explore 025000 asset base for the complete picture of this company's asset base.
Annual Net Assets for KPX Chemical (2003–2024)
The table below shows the annual net assets of KPX Chemical from 2003 to 2024. For live valuation and market cap data, see 025000 stock market capitalisation.
| Year | Net Assets | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-12-31 | ₩701.26 Billion ≈ $475.24 Million |
+8.46% |
| 2023-12-31 | ₩646.57 Billion ≈ $438.17 Million |
+8.63% |
| 2022-12-31 | ₩595.19 Billion ≈ $403.35 Million |
+2.96% |
| 2021-12-31 | ₩578.07 Billion ≈ $391.75 Million |
+8.33% |
| 2020-12-31 | ₩533.63 Billion ≈ $361.63 Million |
+12.09% |
| 2019-12-31 | ₩476.06 Billion ≈ $322.62 Million |
+7.31% |
| 2018-12-31 | ₩443.65 Billion ≈ $300.66 Million |
+0.19% |
| 2017-12-31 | ₩442.81 Billion ≈ $300.09 Million |
+2.98% |
| 2016-12-31 | ₩430.01 Billion ≈ $291.41 Million |
+5.76% |
| 2015-12-31 | ₩406.60 Billion ≈ $275.55 Million |
+6.30% |
| 2014-12-31 | ₩382.51 Billion ≈ $259.22 Million |
+9.52% |
| 2013-12-31 | ₩349.24 Billion ≈ $236.68 Million |
+3.57% |
| 2012-12-31 | ₩337.20 Billion ≈ $228.52 Million |
+9.72% |
| 2011-12-31 | ₩307.33 Billion ≈ $208.28 Million |
+25.13% |
| 2010-12-31 | ₩245.60 Billion ≈ $166.44 Million |
+19.09% |
| 2009-12-31 | ₩206.23 Billion ≈ $139.76 Million |
+18.62% |
| 2008-12-31 | ₩173.86 Billion ≈ $117.82 Million |
+15.35% |
| 2007-12-31 | ₩150.72 Billion ≈ $102.14 Million |
+20.72% |
| 2006-12-31 | ₩124.85 Billion ≈ $84.61 Million |
-49.14% |
| 2005-12-31 | ₩245.49 Billion ≈ $166.37 Million |
+18.09% |
| 2004-12-31 | ₩207.89 Billion ≈ $140.88 Million |
+7.11% |
| 2003-12-31 | ₩194.08 Billion ≈ $131.53 Million |
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Equity Component Analysis
This analysis shows how different components contribute to KPX Chemical'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 401.3% over the analyzed period, indicating profitable operations and earnings retention.
Current Equity Component Breakdown (December 2024)
| Component | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Retained Earnings | ₩631.66 Billion | 91.24% |
| Other Components | ₩60.65 Billion | 8.76% |
| Total Equity | ₩692.32 Billion | 100.00% |
KPX Chemical Competitors by Market Cap
The table below lists competitors of KPX Chemical ranked by their market capitalization.
| Company | Market Cap |
|---|---|
|
IM Vinaria Purcari SRL
RO:WINE
|
$174.68 Million |
|
Ellington Residential Mortgage
NYSE:EARN
|
$174.70 Million |
|
Elanders AB (publ)
ST:ELAN-B
|
$174.71 Million |
|
DAE HWA Pharmaceutical Co. Ltd
KQ:067080
|
$174.74 Million |
|
La Française de l'Energie S.A.
PA:FDE
|
$174.61 Million |
|
Well Shin Technology Co Ltd
TW:3501
|
$174.55 Million |
|
Nusatrip Incorporated Common Stock
NASDAQ:NUTR
|
$174.41 Million |
|
GOCL Corporation Limited
NSE:GOCLCORP
|
$174.32 Million |
Equity Growth Attribution
This analysis shows how different factors contributed to changes in KPX Chemical's equity between the two most recent reporting periods.
Equity Growth Insights
- From 2023 to 2024, total equity changed from 636,837,107,600 to 692,318,042,790, a change of 55,480,935,190 (8.7%).
- Net income of 64,215,086,540 contributed positively to equity growth.
- Dividend payments of 15,761,346,890 reduced retained earnings.
- Other factors increased equity by 7,027,195,540.
Equity Change Factors (2023 to 2024)
| Factor | Impact | Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Net Income | ₩64.22 Billion | +9.28% |
| Dividends Paid | ₩15.76 Billion | -2.28% |
| Other Changes | ₩7.03 Billion | +1.02% |
| Total Change | ₩- | 8.71% |
Book Value vs Market Value Analysis
This analysis compares KPX Chemical'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: 0.34x
- 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 decreased from 0.59x to 0.34x over the analyzed period, indicating reduced market premium.
Historical Price-to-Book Ratios
| Date | Book Value per Share | Market Price | P/B Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-12-31 | ₩91390.03 | ₩54200.00 | x |
| 2018-12-31 | ₩91476.32 | ₩54200.00 | x |
| 2019-12-31 | ₩98084.77 | ₩54200.00 | x |
| 2020-12-31 | ₩110097.97 | ₩54200.00 | x |
| 2021-12-31 | ₩119119.59 | ₩54200.00 | x |
| 2022-12-31 | ₩122776.09 | ₩54200.00 | x |
| 2023-12-31 | ₩133923.77 | ₩54200.00 | x |
| 2024-12-31 | ₩161767.97 | ₩54200.00 | x |
Capital Efficiency Dashboard
This dashboard shows how efficiently KPX Chemical 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): 9.28%
- The company has moderate efficiency in generating returns from equity.
- DuPont Analysis Breakdown:
- • Net Profit Margin: 7.03%
- • Asset Turnover: 1.04x
- • Equity Multiplier: 1.27x
- Recent ROE (9.28%) is below the historical average (12.08%), suggesting potential challenges in capital efficiency.
Historical Capital Efficiency Metrics
| Year | Return on Equity | Net Profit Margin | Asset Turnover | Equity Multiplier | Economic Value Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 14.87% | 9.82% | 1.28x | 1.18x | ₩9.45 Billion |
| 2004 | 13.83% | 8.36% | 1.36x | 1.22x | ₩7.96 Billion |
| 2005 | 13.95% | 8.34% | 1.31x | 1.27x | ₩9.21 Billion |
| 2006 | 24.32% | 7.76% | 2.00x | 1.56x | ₩17.48 Billion |
| 2007 | 21.19% | 6.89% | 2.14x | 1.44x | ₩16.61 Billion |
| 2008 | 14.88% | 4.74% | 2.05x | 1.53x | ₩8.35 Billion |
| 2009 | 19.36% | 7.81% | 1.73x | 1.43x | ₩19.11 Billion |
| 2010 | 18.89% | 7.57% | 1.88x | 1.33x | ₩21.65 Billion |
| 2011 | 16.83% | 6.52% | 1.75x | 1.47x | ₩20.64 Billion |
| 2012 | 11.07% | 4.83% | 1.69x | 1.36x | ₩3.56 Billion |
| 2013 | 7.30% | 3.21% | 1.66x | 1.37x | ₩-9.29 Billion |
| 2014 | 10.60% | 4.83% | 1.61x | 1.36x | ₩2.26 Billion |
| 2015 | 8.46% | 4.53% | 1.47x | 1.27x | ₩-6.13 Billion |
| 2016 | 7.79% | 5.07% | 1.22x | 1.26x | ₩-9.34 Billion |
| 2017 | 6.10% | 3.77% | 1.28x | 1.26x | ₩-16.96 Billion |
| 2018 | 2.54% | 1.44% | 1.43x | 1.23x | ₩-32.44 Billion |
| 2019 | 8.74% | 5.32% | 1.42x | 1.15x | ₩-5.89 Billion |
| 2020 | 12.09% | 8.47% | 1.17x | 1.22x | ₩10.92 Billion |
| 2021 | 8.50% | 4.72% | 1.31x | 1.37x | ₩-8.51 Billion |
| 2022 | 4.90% | 2.91% | 1.27x | 1.33x | ₩-29.78 Billion |
| 2023 | 10.19% | 7.12% | 1.11x | 1.29x | ₩1.19 Billion |
| 2024 | 9.28% | 7.03% | 1.04x | 1.27x | ₩-5.02 Billion |
Industry Comparison
This section compares KPX Chemical's net assets metrics with peer companies in the Chemicals industry.
Industry Context
- Industry: Chemicals
- Average net assets among peers: $1,249,276,842,952
- Average return on equity (ROE) among peers: 3.65%
Peer Company Comparison
| Company | Net Assets | Return on Equity | Debt-to-Equity | Market Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KPX Chemical (025000) | ₩732.59 Billion | 14.87% | 0.27x | $174.66 Million |
| Rifa Ind (000760) | $184.79 Billion | -1.16% | 0.52x | $29.96 Million |
| Kumyang (001570) | $21.43 Billion | 0.12% | 1.54x | $428.33 Million |
| Sh E & Chemical Co. Ltd. (002360) | $64.16 Billion | 3.67% | 0.88x | $26.35 Million |
| KCC Corporation (002380) | $5.38 Trillion | -0.85% | 1.40x | $2.77 Billion |
| Miwon Commerci (002840) | $400.46 Billion | 12.62% | 0.20x | $473.99 Million |
| Taekwang Ind (003240) | $3.48 Trillion | 3.91% | 0.25x | $570.36 Million |
| Lotte Fine Chemical Co Ltd (004000) | $1.19 Trillion | 7.48% | 0.38x | $1.20 Billion |
| Dongjin Semichem Co. Ltd (005290) | $553.45 Billion | 18.66% | 1.14x | $1.97 Billion |
| Isu Chemical Co Ltd (005950) | $373.77 Billion | -15.59% | 1.93x | $193.47 Million |
| Korea Petro Chemical Ind (006650) | $842.12 Billion | 7.61% | 0.71x | $757.99 Million |
About KPX Chemical
KPX Chemical Co.,Ltd. manufactures and sells organic chemicals and chemical products in South Korea. The company was founded in 1974 and is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea.