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Korea Electric Power Corp ADR (KEP)

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09/12/2025: KEP (3-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

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Moderate Performance

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Analysis of Past Performance

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Historic Profit 60.55%
Avg. Invested days 54
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Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 18.52B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 4.7
1Y Target Price 10
Price to earnings Ratio 4.7
1Y Target Price 10
Volume (30-day avg) -
Beta 0.63
52 Weeks Range 6.68 - 14.79
Updated Date 06/29/2025
52 Weeks Range 6.68 - 14.79
Updated Date 06/29/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 0.53%
Basic EPS (TTM) 3.01

Earnings Date

Report Date -
When -
Estimate -
Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin 5.57%
Operating Margin (TTM) 15.52%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 2.77%
Return on Equity (TTM) 13.27%

Valuation

Trailing PE 4.7
Forward PE 18.15
Enterprise Value 29814038539
Price to Sales(TTM) -
Enterprise Value 29814038539
Price to Sales(TTM) -
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.43
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 1.54
Shares Outstanding 1283929984
Shares Floating 303058401
Shares Outstanding 1283929984
Shares Floating 303058401
Percent Insiders -
Percent Institutions 1.47

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Korea Electric Power Corp ADR

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

Korea Electric Power Corporation (KEPCO), established in 1961, is South Korea's largest electric utility and is responsible for the majority of the country's electricity generation, transmission, and distribution. Its ADR is traded on the NYSE.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Power Generation: KEPCO generates electricity through nuclear, coal, oil, LNG, hydro, and renewable energy sources.
  • Transmission and Distribution: KEPCO operates and maintains the electricity transmission and distribution network across South Korea.
  • Overseas Business: KEPCO participates in overseas power projects, including construction and operation of power plants.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

KEPCO has a board of directors overseeing the management. The CEO leads the executive team responsible for daily operations. The organizational structure is hierarchical, reflecting its large scale and government ties.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Electricity Generation: KEPCO generates and sells electricity. They dominate South Korea's electricity market. Competitors are independent power producers (IPPs). Market share data not publicly available for breakdown by generation type.
  • Transmission and Distribution Services: KEPCO provides transmission and distribution services. KEPCO essentially has a monopoly on the transmission and distribution network in South Korea. No direct competitors as they own the infrastructure.
  • Nuclear Power: KEPCO is a significant player in nuclear power generation. Competitors are mostly international such as EDF. Market Share Data not publicly available.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The electric utility industry is undergoing a transformation with increasing emphasis on renewable energy, smart grids, and energy efficiency. Demand for electricity continues to grow, driven by economic development and technological advancements.

Positioning

KEPCO is the dominant player in the South Korean electricity market due to its integrated operations and government backing. It faces increasing competition from IPPs and renewable energy providers.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The TAM for electricity in South Korea is estimated to be substantial given the country's large economy and energy needs. KEPCO is positioned to capture a significant share but faces pressure from alternative energy sources.

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Strengths

  • Dominant market position in South Korea
  • Integrated operations (generation, transmission, distribution)
  • Strong government backing
  • Extensive infrastructure and expertise
  • Diversified energy portfolio

Weaknesses

  • High debt levels
  • Vulnerability to fuel price fluctuations
  • Dependence on government policies
  • Aging infrastructure
  • Low profitability due to regulated prices

Opportunities

  • Expansion into renewable energy sector
  • Investment in smart grid technologies
  • Overseas business expansion
  • Energy efficiency initiatives
  • Development of new energy sources

Threats

  • Increasing competition from IPPs
  • Rising fuel costs
  • Changes in government regulations
  • Environmental concerns
  • Cybersecurity risks

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • Independent Power Producers (IPPs) in South Korea

Competitive Landscape

KEPCO benefits from its integrated operations and government backing, but faces pressure from IPPs who are more agile and focused on specific market segments. KEPCO also faces challenges in adapting to the changing energy landscape.

Major Acquisitions

North Vancouver Power Plant

  • Year: 2020
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 120
  • Strategic Rationale: KEPCO strategically acquired The North Vancouver Power Plant in British Columbia, Canada in 2020. The Acquisition of the North Vancouver Power Plant diversified KEPCO's generation asset portfolio.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Historical growth trends need to be analyzed using past financial performance data. Requires access to financial statements from KEPCO, which is not directly provided here. This data is not directly provided and must be retrieved from KEPCO filings.

Future Projections: Future growth projections are based on analyst estimates and company guidance. Requires access to financial statements from KEPCO, which is not directly provided here. This data is not directly provided and must be retrieved from KEPCO filings.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investments in renewable energy, smart grid technologies, and overseas projects.

Summary

KEPCO holds a dominant position in South Korea's electricity market, benefiting from its integrated operations and government support. However, it faces challenges from high debt, regulated prices, and increasing competition from IPPs. The company is actively pursuing renewable energy and overseas expansion to drive future growth. Fuel price volatility and changing regulations pose significant threats.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • KEPCO Annual Reports
  • Industry Reports
  • Analyst Estimates

Disclaimers:

This analysis is based on publicly available information and analyst estimates. It is not financial advice and should not be used as the sole basis for investment decisions. Market share data is approximate and may not be entirely up-to-date.

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About Korea Electric Power Corp ADR

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters -
IPO Launch date 1994-10-27
President, CEO & Director Mr. Dong-Cheol Kim
Sector Utilities
Industry Utilities - Regulated Electric
Full time employees 21171
Full time employees 21171

Korea Electric Power Corporation, an integrated electric utility company, engages in the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity in South Korea and internationally. It operates through Transmission and Distribution, Nuclear Power Generation, Thermal Power Generation, and Others segments. The company generates power from nuclear, coal, oil, liquefied natural gas, internal combustion, combined-cycle, integrated gasification combined cycle, hydro, wind, solar, fuel cell, biogas, and other sources. As of December 31, 2024, the company had a total of 848 generation units, including nuclear, thermal, hydroelectric, and internal combustion units with an installed generation capacity of 85,424 megawatts; transmission system consisted of 35,856 circuit kilometers of lines of 765 kilovolts and others, including high-voltage direct current lines, as well as 925 substations with an installed transformer capacity of 368,758 megavolt-amperes; and distribution system included 148,176 megavolt-amperes of transformer capacity and 10,251,345 units of support with a total line length of 547,850 circuit kilometers. It also provides electricity to residential, commercial, educational, industrial, agricultural, street lighting, and overnight power usage. In addition, the company offers engineering and construction services for utility plant and others; utility plant maintenance, electric power information technology, resources development, facility maintenance, electric meter reading, and security services; and engages in nuclear fuel, fly ashes recycling, utility plants construction and operation, and wood pellet utilization businesses. Korea Electric Power Corporation was founded in 1898 and is headquartered in Naju-Si, South Korea.