Auto& Inc.
AUTO& Inc. engages in manufacturing and sale of automobile supplies and accessories in South Korea. The company also develops an e-commerce platform specialized for O2O-based means of transportation. AUTO& Inc. was founded in 2012 and is based in Anyang-si, South Korea.
Auto& Inc. (353590) - Net Assets
Latest net assets as of September 2025: ₩21.56 Billion KRW
Based on the latest financial reports, Auto& Inc. (353590) has net assets worth ₩21.56 Billion KRW as of September 2025.
Net assets (also known as shareholders' equity or book value) represent the difference between a company's total assets (₩53.54 Billion) and total liabilities (₩31.98 Billion). 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.
Key Net Assets Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Net Assets | ₩21.56 Billion |
| % of Total Assets | 40.27% |
| Annual Growth Rate | 181.4% |
| 5-Year Change | 419.35% |
| 10-Year Change | N/A |
| Growth Volatility | 1293.67 |
Auto& Inc. - Net Assets Trend (2019–2024)
This chart illustrates how Auto& Inc.'s net assets have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. Explore and compare other companies by net assets.
Annual Net Assets for Auto& Inc. (2019–2024)
The table below shows the annual net assets of Auto& Inc. from 2019 to 2024.
| Year | Net Assets | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-12-31 | ₩23.62 Billion | -18.38% |
| 2023-12-31 | ₩28.93 Billion | -3.82% |
| 2022-12-31 | ₩30.08 Billion | +83.83% |
| 2021-12-31 | ₩16.37 Billion | +259.91% |
| 2020-12-31 | ₩4.55 Billion | +3305.05% |
| 2019-12-31 | ₩133.54 Million | -- |
Equity Component Analysis
This analysis shows how different components contribute to Auto& Inc.'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 decreased by 388663948000.0% over the analyzed period, potentially due to dividend distributions or operating losses.
Current Equity Component Breakdown (December 2024)
| Component | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Common Stock | ₩6.44 Billion | 27.26% |
| Other Components | ₩24.63 Billion | 104.31% |
| Total Equity | ₩23.62 Billion | 100.00% |
Auto& Inc. Competitors by Market Cap
The table below lists competitors of Auto& Inc. ranked by their market capitalization.
| Company | Market Cap |
|---|---|
|
Danya Cebus
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$14.03 Million |
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JAG Bhd
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$14.04 Million |
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$14.04 Million |
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SigmaTron International Inc
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$14.05 Million |
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Phatra Leasing Public Company Limited
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$14.02 Million |
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0G4W
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$14.02 Million |
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ArcelorMittal South Africa Ltd
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$14.02 Million |
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Banxa Holdings Inc
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$14.02 Million |
Equity Growth Attribution
This analysis shows how different factors contributed to changes in Auto& Inc.'s equity between the two most recent reporting periods.
Equity Growth Insights
- From 2023 to 2024, total equity changed from 28,934,630,100 to 23,615,188,930, a change of -5,319,441,170 (-18.4%).
- Net loss of 5,489,424,650 reduced equity.
Equity Change Factors (2023 to 2024)
| Factor | Impact | Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Net Income | ₩-5.49 Billion | -23.25% |
| Other Changes | ₩169.98 Million | +0.72% |
| Total Change | ₩- | -18.38% |
Book Value vs Market Value Analysis
This analysis compares Auto& Inc.'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: 1.56x
- The company is trading above its book value, indicating the market recognizes value beyond its reported assets.
- The price-to-book ratio has decreased from 275.75x to 1.56x over the analyzed period, indicating reduced market premium.
Historical Price-to-Book Ratios
| Date | Book Value per Share | Market Price | P/B Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-12-31 | ₩10.37 | ₩2860.00 | x |
| 2020-12-31 | ₩353.16 | ₩2860.00 | x |
| 2021-12-31 | ₩1271.03 | ₩2860.00 | x |
| 2022-12-31 | ₩2336.53 | ₩2860.00 | x |
| 2023-12-31 | ₩2247.25 | ₩2860.00 | x |
| 2024-12-31 | ₩1834.11 | ₩2860.00 | x |
Capital Efficiency Dashboard
This dashboard shows how efficiently Auto& Inc. 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): -23.25%
- The company may be facing challenges in efficiently utilizing shareholder equity.
- DuPont Analysis Breakdown:
- • Net Profit Margin: -9.59%
- • Asset Turnover: 1.01x
- • Equity Multiplier: 2.40x
- Recent ROE (-23.25%) is above the historical average (-49.42%), indicating improving capital efficiency.
Historical Capital Efficiency Metrics
| Year | Return on Equity | Net Profit Margin | Asset Turnover | Equity Multiplier | Economic Value Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | -347.65% | -1.46% | 1.06x | 223.61x | ₩-477.61 Million |
| 2020 | 75.52% | 6.94% | 1.39x | 7.85x | ₩2.98 Billion |
| 2021 | 10.70% | 3.48% | 1.24x | 2.47x | ₩114.75 Million |
| 2022 | -8.02% | -5.04% | 0.86x | 1.85x | ₩-5.42 Billion |
| 2023 | -3.86% | -1.85% | 0.93x | 2.25x | ₩-4.01 Billion |
| 2024 | -23.25% | -9.59% | 1.01x | 2.40x | ₩-7.85 Billion |
Industry Comparison
This section compares Auto& Inc.'s net assets metrics with peer companies in the Auto Parts industry.
Industry Context
- Industry: Auto Parts
- Average net assets among peers: $352,644,129,055
- Average return on equity (ROE) among peers: 6.05%
Peer Company Comparison
| Company | Net Assets | Return on Equity | Debt-to-Equity | Market Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auto& Inc. (353590) | ₩21.56 Billion | -347.65% | 1.48x | $14.02 Million |
| Daewonkangup (000430) | $587.30 Billion | 2.73% | 0.78x | $58.61 Million |
| SG Choongbang Co Ltd (001380) | $122.98 Billion | -4.51% | 0.52x | $17.60 Million |
| Tae Won Mulsan (001420) | $31.33 Billion | 0.26% | 0.19x | $5.77 Million |
| Dongkook Ind (001620) | $68.65 Billion | 0.00% | 0.75x | $25.09 Million |
| PS Tec. Co. Ltd (002230) | $75.04 Billion | 10.41% | 0.34x | $43.72 Million |
| Nexen Tire (002350) | $1.20 Trillion | 14.45% | 1.18x | $173.78 Million |
| Nexen Tire Prf 1 (002355) | $1.03 Trillion | 12.11% | 1.50x | $102.95 Million |
| Dayou A-Tech (002880) | $52.20 Billion | 11.76% | 2.72x | $13.11 Million |
| Yoo Sung Ent (002920) | $295.14 Billion | -1.60% | 0.39x | $17.59 Million |
| Chin Yang Ind (003780) | $57.01 Billion | 14.90% | 0.58x | $24.34 Million |