KT Corporation (KT) - Total Assets
Based on the latest financial reports, KT Corporation (KT) holds total assets worth $43.01 Trillion USD as of September 2025. Total assets represent everything the company owns and controls, combining both current assets—like cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, and inventories—and non-current assets such as property, plant, equipment (PP&E), intangible assets, and long-term investments. See KT net asset value for net asset value and shareholders' equity analysis.
KT Corporation - Total Assets Trend (1998–2024)
This chart illustrates how KT Corporation's total assets have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data.
KT Corporation - Asset Composition Analysis
Current Asset Composition (December 2024)
KT Corporation's total assets of $43.01 Trillion consist of 34.2% current assets and 65.8% non-current assets.
| Asset Category | Amount (USD) | % of Total Assets |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $3.56 Trillion | 8.9% |
| Accounts Receivable | $6.15 Trillion | 14.6% |
| Inventory | $1.05 Trillion | 2.5% |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | $16.04 Trillion | 38.2% |
| Intangible Assets | $1.59 Trillion | 3.8% |
| Goodwill | $273.78 Billion | 0.7% |
Asset Composition Trend (1998–2024)
This chart illustrates how KT Corporation's asset composition has evolved over time. Understanding changes in asset allocation can provide insights into the company's strategic shifts, capital allocation priorities, and business focus evolution. For live market cap, price, and company overview, see KT Corporation market cap and net worth.
Key Asset Composition Facts
- Current vs. Non-Current Assets: KT Corporation's current assets represent 34.2% of total assets in 2024, an increase from 15.4% in 1998.
- Cash Position: Cash and equivalents constituted 8.9% of total assets in 2024, up from 3.4% in 1998.
- Tangible vs. Intangible: Intangible assets (including goodwill) make up 3.0% of total assets, an increase from 1.0% in 1998.
- Asset Diversification: The largest asset category is property, plant & equipment at 38.2% of total assets.
KT Corporation Competitors by Total Assets
Key competitors of KT Corporation based on total assets are shown below.
| Company | Country | Total Assets |
|---|---|---|
|
China United Network Communications Ltd
SHG:600050
|
China | CN¥671.35 Billion |
|
Telecom Italia S.p.A
F:TQIR
|
Germany | €36.45 Billion |
|
1&1 AG
XETRA:1U1
|
Germany | €8.55 Billion |
|
Tuas Ltd
AU:TUA
|
Australia | AU$498.37 Million |
|
Orange Belgium SA
BR:OBEL
|
Belgium | €4.04 Billion |
|
Empresa Nacional de Telecomunicaciones SA
SN:ENTEL
|
Chile | CL$5.72 Trillion |
|
Aussie Broadband Ltd
AU:ABB
|
Australia | AU$1.08 Billion |
|
Reliance Communications Limited
NSE:RCOM
|
India | Rs363.76 Billion |
KT Corporation - Liquidity and Working Capital Analysis
Liquidity ratios measure a company's ability to pay off its short-term debts as they come due, using the company's current or quick assets. Working capital represents the operational liquidity available.
Key Liquidity Metrics
| Metric | Current | 1 Year Ago | 5 Years Ago |
|---|---|---|---|
| Current Ratio | 1.24 | 1.04 | 1.21 |
| Quick Ratio | 1.20 | 0.98 | 1.16 |
| Cash Ratio | 0.32 | 0.27 | 0.00 |
| Working Capital | $2.90 Trillion | $552.48 Billion | $1.96 Trillion |
KT Corporation - Advanced Valuation Insights
This section examines the relationship between KT Corporation's asset base and its market valuation, helping to identify whether the company's assets are efficiently translated into market value.
Key Valuation Metrics
| Current Price-to-Book Ratio | 0.88 |
| Latest Market Cap to Assets Ratio | 0.00 |
| Asset Growth Rate (YoY) | -1.8% |
| Total Assets | $42.00 Trillion |
| Market Capitalization | $10.25 Billion USD |
Valuation Analysis
Below Book Valuation: The market values KT Corporation's assets below their book value (0.00x), which may indicate investor concerns about asset quality or future growth.
Slight Asset Contraction: KT Corporation's assets decreased by 1.8% over the past year, which may reflect streamlining or optimization of resources.
Annual Total Assets for KT Corporation (1998–2024)
The table below shows the annual total assets of KT Corporation from 1998 to 2024.
| Year | Total Assets | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-12-31 | $42.00 Trillion | -1.84% |
| 2023-12-31 | $42.79 Trillion | +4.42% |
| 2022-12-31 | $40.98 Trillion | +10.28% |
| 2021-12-31 | $37.16 Trillion | +10.39% |
| 2020-12-31 | $33.66 Trillion | -1.17% |
| 2019-12-31 | $34.06 Trillion | +5.82% |
| 2018-12-31 | $32.19 Trillion | +8.82% |
| 2017-12-31 | $29.58 Trillion | -3.29% |
| 2016-12-31 | $30.59 Trillion | +4.25% |
| 2015-12-31 | $29.34 Trillion | -13.13% |
| 2014-12-31 | $33.78 Trillion | -3.07% |
| 2013-12-31 | $34.85 Trillion | +1.06% |
| 2012-12-31 | $34.48 Trillion | +7.46% |
| 2011-12-31 | $32.09 Trillion | +33.13% |
| 2010-12-31 | $24.10 Trillion | -0.99% |
| 2009-12-31 | $24.34 Trillion | +30.02% |
| 2008-12-31 | $18.72 Trillion | -22.44% |
| 2007-12-31 | $24.14 Trillion | +4.49% |
| 2006-12-31 | $23.10 Trillion | -5.22% |
| 2005-12-31 | $24.38 Trillion | -4.67% |
| 2004-12-31 | $25.57 Trillion | -4.59% |
| 2003-12-31 | $26.80 Trillion | -7.73% |
| 2002-12-31 | $29.05 Trillion | -3.25% |
| 2001-12-31 | $30.02 Trillion | +5.74% |
| 2000-12-31 | $28.39 Trillion | +7.73% |
| 1999-12-31 | $26.36 Trillion | +37.63% |
| 1998-12-31 | $19.15 Trillion | -- |
About KT Corporation
KT Corporation provides integrated telecommunications and platform services in South Korea, rest of Asia, and internationally. The company offers mobile voice and data telecommunications services based on 5G, 4G LTE and 3G W-CDMA technology; fixed-line telephone services, including local, domestic long-distance, international long-distance, and voice over Internet protocol telephone services, as … Read more