Update shared on04 Aug 2025
Fair value Increased 6.14%Analysts have raised POSCO Holdings' fair value target to ₩396,167, citing anticipated steel production cuts in China, improved competitive positioning, and a more constructive earnings outlook supporting sustained margin recovery.
Analyst Commentary
- Anticipation of further steel production cuts in China, enhancing regional market dynamics.
- Increased likelihood of additional anti-dumping duties, potentially improving competitive positioning for POSCO.
- More constructive industry outlook driving confidence in sustained steel earnings.
- Margin recovery prospects seen as increasingly sustainable for the company.
- Improved valuation driven by expectations of a favorable policy and regulatory environment.
What's in the News
- POSCO Holdings joined a consortium with BlueScope Steel, Nippon Steel, and JSW Steel to explore the acquisition of Whyalla Steelworks, targeting lower emissions iron production and global steel decarbonisation.
- POSCO Holdings was dropped from the S&P International 700 index.
- POSCO Holdings was dropped from the S&P Global 1200 index.
- POSCO Holdings' board scheduled a meeting to consider paying a cash dividend for Q1 fiscal 2025.
Valuation Changes
Summary of Valuation Changes for POSCO Holdings
- The Consensus Analyst Price Target has risen from ₩375130 to ₩396167.
- The Net Profit Margin for POSCO Holdings has significantly risen from 3.40% to 4.28%.
- The Consensus Revenue Growth forecasts for POSCO Holdings has significantly risen from 2.8% per annum to 3.3% per annum.
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