Kia (A000270) Stock Overview
Manufactures and sells vehicles in South Korea, North America, and Europe. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 5/6 |
| Future Growth | 1/6 |
| Past Performance | 2/6 |
| Financial Health | 6/6 |
| Dividends | 6/6 |
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Risk Analysis
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A000270 Community Fair Values
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | ₩164,800.00 |
| 52 Week High | ₩212,500.00 |
| 52 Week Low | ₩86,200.00 |
| Beta | 0.99 |
| 1 Month Change | 3.00% |
| 3 Month Change | -4.07% |
| 1 Year Change | 89.21% |
| 3 Year Change | 88.56% |
| 5 Year Change | 94.57% |
| Change since IPO | -17.60% |
Recent News & Updates
Narrative Update • May 07
A000270: Electric Platform Shift And Margin Discipline Will Sustain Undervalued Thesis
Analysts have lifted their price target for Kia from ₩214,354.84 to ₩221,000.00, citing updated assumptions around fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E as the main drivers of the change. What's in the News Kia revealed the Vision Meta Turismo concept car at Milan Design Week, outlining a future-focused electric mobility concept that mixes performance driving, immersive digital interfaces, and lounge style interior space under its Opposites United design philosophy (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Apr 23
A000270: Hybrid Rollout And Margin Outlook Will Support Undervalued Thesis
Analysts have modestly raised Kia’s fair value estimate from ₩211,290 to ₩214,355, reflecting updated assumptions around the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E levels. What's in the News Kia unveiled the redesigned 2027 Telluride at the 2025 Los Angeles Auto Show, featuring an available hybrid powertrain rated at up to an estimated 35 MPG and 600 mile range, expanded interior space, updated technology and added comfort features.Recent updates
Narrative Update • May 07
A000270: Electric Platform Shift And Margin Discipline Will Sustain Undervalued Thesis
Analysts have lifted their price target for Kia from ₩214,354.84 to ₩221,000.00, citing updated assumptions around fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E as the main drivers of the change. What's in the News Kia revealed the Vision Meta Turismo concept car at Milan Design Week, outlining a future-focused electric mobility concept that mixes performance driving, immersive digital interfaces, and lounge style interior space under its Opposites United design philosophy (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Apr 23
A000270: Hybrid Rollout And Margin Outlook Will Support Undervalued Thesis
Analysts have modestly raised Kia’s fair value estimate from ₩211,290 to ₩214,355, reflecting updated assumptions around the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E levels. What's in the News Kia unveiled the redesigned 2027 Telluride at the 2025 Los Angeles Auto Show, featuring an available hybrid powertrain rated at up to an estimated 35 MPG and 600 mile range, expanded interior space, updated technology and added comfort features.Narrative Update • Apr 08
A000270: Autonomous Driving Partnership Will Support Undervalued Outlook
Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for Kia from around ₩207,900 to about ₩211,300 per share. This reflects updated views on discount rates, long term revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E assumptions.Narrative Update • Mar 25
A000270: Dividend Policy And Autonomous Driving Plans Will Support Undervalued Outlook
Analysts have increased Kia's fair value estimate by ₩3,000 to ₩207,903, citing slightly stronger assumptions for revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E that together support a higher long term price target. What's in the News Puget Sound Energy and ChargeScape are testing vehicle to home technology that allows compatible Kia EV9 models to power homes during outages and support the grid during peak demand, using bidirectional charging as part of a broader Vehicle to Everything trial.Narrative Update • Mar 07
A000270: Dividend Policy And 2026 Margin Guidance Will Support Undervalued Outlook
Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for Kia higher to ₩204,903 from ₩199,161, reflecting slightly updated assumptions on discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E. What's in the News Kia issued earnings guidance for 2026, with a sales revenue target of ₩122.3b and an operating profit target of ₩10.2b, implying an operating margin of 8.3% (company guidance).Narrative Update • Feb 20
A000270: Dividend Commitment Will Support Undervalued Outlook Despite Legal Overhang
Analysts have raised their price target for Kia from ₩198,300 to about ₩199,161. This reflects updated views on slightly higher revenue growth, a small adjustment in the discount rate, and a marginally lower forecast profit margin and future P/E.Analysis Article • Feb 08
Kia (KRX:000270) Is Increasing Its Dividend To ₩6800.00
Kia Corporation's ( KRX:000270 ) dividend will be increasing from last year's payment of the same period to ₩6800.00 on...Narrative Update • Feb 06
A000270: Higher Margins And Dividend Outlook Will Outweigh Legal And Distribution Risks
Kia's analyst fair value target has been revised from ₩168,931 to ₩198,300, with analysts pointing to updated assumptions around profit margins, discount rates, and future P/E expectations to support the change. What's in the News Kia Corporation announced an annual dividend of ₩6,800.00 per share, with an ex date on March 24, 2026 and a record date on March 25, 2026 (Key Developments).
New Narrative • Jan 30
Tariffs And Rising Warranty Costs Will Pressure Long Term Auto Earnings
Catalysts About Kia Kia is a global automaker focused on passenger vehicles, SUVs and electrified models, including hybrids and battery EVs, across major markets such as the U.S., Europe, Korea and India. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?Narrative Update • Jan 22
A000270: Fair Outlook Will Balance Legal Risks And Distribution Reorganization
Analysts have lifted their fair value estimate for Kia from ₩147,551.72 to ₩168,931.03 as they update assumptions around the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E levels. What's in the News Kia plans to reorganize its distribution network in Malaysia and establish its own national sales company, with existing distributorship, service, warranty and ancillary agreements with Dinamikjaya Motors Sdn Bhd mutually terminated via a memorandum of agreement dated 28 November 2025.Narrative Update • Jan 08
A000270: Future Returns Will Benefit As Share Buybacks Offset Legal Headwinds
Analysts have raised their fair value estimate for Kia from ₩145,655.17 to ₩147,551.72, reflecting updated assumptions for the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E, which they view as slightly more supportive of the stock's long-term earnings potential. What's in the News Kia plans to reorganize its distribution network in Malaysia and establish its own national sales company.Analysis Article • Dec 29
There Is A Reason Kia Corporation's (KRX:000270) Price Is Undemanding
Kia Corporation's ( KRX:000270 ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 5.9x might make it look like a strong buy right...Narrative Update • Dec 14
A000270: Future Shareholder Returns Will Improve As Legal Headwinds Gradually Ease
Narrative Update on Kia Analysts have nudged their price target for Kia higher to approximately $145,655 from about $144,448. This reflects slightly stronger assumptions for long term revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation multiples despite a marginally higher discount rate.Narrative Update • Nov 29
A000270: Future Profit Margins Will Recover After Recent Legal Headwinds
Analysts have slightly reduced their price target for Kia, lowering it from approximately ₩145,300 to ₩144,400. This change is due to minor adjustments to profit margin and valuation expectations.Narrative Update • Nov 15
A000270: Lower Discount Rate Will Improve Prospects Despite Regulatory Allegations
Kia Analyst Price Target Rises on Improved Revenue Outlook Analysts have raised Kia's fair value estimate by approximately ₩11,500 to reach ₩145,300, citing stronger projected revenue growth and a lower discount rate in their updated forecasts. What's in the News Jobs to Move America filed a major lawsuit against Kia and Hyundai, alleging violations of California's Unfair Competition Law due to unconscionable labor practices and misrepresentation of legal compliance.Analysis Article • Nov 11
Is Kia (KRX:000270) A Risky Investment?
Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...Narrative Update • Nov 01
A000270: Share Buybacks And Lower Discount Rate Will Drive Future Value
Narrative Update: Analyst Price Target for Kia Revised Upward Analysts have raised their price target for Kia from $132,241 to $133,815. They cite strengthened revenue growth expectations and a reduced discount rate as key drivers of the updated valuation.Analysis Article • Oct 29
Kia (KRX:000270) Is Looking To Continue Growing Its Returns On Capital
To find a multi-bagger stock, what are the underlying trends we should look for in a business? Firstly, we'll want to...Analysis Article • Sep 24
Why Investors Shouldn't Be Surprised By Kia Corporation's (KRX:000270) Low P/E
With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 4.6x Kia Corporation ( KRX:000270 ) may be sending very bullish signals at...New Narrative • Aug 31
Electrification And Global Expansion Will Unlock New Value
Key Takeaways Expansion into electric and hybrid vehicles, flexible production, and new markets is driving revenue growth while reducing dependence on mature regions. Emphasis on upmarket models and cost management is boosting pricing power and margins, with raw material stabilization supporting profitability.Analysis Article • Aug 12
Kia (KRX:000270) Seems To Use Debt Quite Sensibly
KOSE:A000270 1 Year Share Price vs Fair Value Explore Kia's Fair Values from the Community and select yours Warren...Analysis Article • Jul 20
Kia (KRX:000270) Is Looking To Continue Growing Its Returns On Capital
Finding a business that has the potential to grow substantially is not easy, but it is possible if we look at a few key...Shareholder Returns
| A000270 | KR Auto | KR Market | |
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| 7D | -1.9% | -3.3% | 4.6% |
| 1Y | 89.2% | 0.6% | 186.7% |
Return vs Industry: A000270 exceeded the KR Auto industry which returned 1.2% over the past year.
Return vs Market: A000270 underperformed the KR Market which returned 184.3% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| A000270 volatility | |
|---|---|
| A000270 Average Weekly Movement | 10.2% |
| Auto Industry Average Movement | 6.0% |
| Market Average Movement | 9.4% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in KR Market | 16.6% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in KR Market | 4.9% |
Stable Share Price: A000270 has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the KR market.
Volatility Over Time: A000270's weekly volatility (10%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1944 | 32,366 | Ho-Sung Song | www.kia.com |
Kia Corporation manufactures and sells vehicles in South Korea, North America, and Europe. The company offers cars, SUVs and MPV, commercial, electric, and hybrid vehicles. It sells its products through a network of dealers.
Kia Corporation Fundamentals Summary
| A000270 fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | ₩64.04t |
| Earnings (TTM) | ₩7.56t |
| Revenue (TTM) | ₩114.14t |
8.5x
P/E Ratio0.6x
P/S RatioIs A000270 overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| A000270 income statement (TTM) | |
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| Revenue | ₩114.14t |
| Cost of Revenue | ₩91.73t |
| Gross Profit | ₩22.42t |
| Other Expenses | ₩14.85t |
| Earnings | ₩7.56t |
Last Reported Earnings
Dec 31, 2025
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 19.46k |
| Gross Margin | 19.64% |
| Net Profit Margin | 6.62% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 3.8% |
How did A000270 perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
4.1%
Current Dividend Yield35%
Payout RatioCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/22 05:31 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/22 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
Unless specified all financial data is based on a yearly period but updated quarterly. This is known as Trailing Twelve Month (TTM) or Last Twelve Month (LTM) Data. Learn more.
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Analyst Sources
Kia Corporation is covered by 48 analysts. 30 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Paul Hwang | Barclays |
| Robin Zhu | Bernstein |
| James Kan | BNP Paribas |