Kakao (A035720) Stock Overview
Operates mobile and online platforms in South Korea. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 3/6 |
| Future Growth | 1/6 |
| Past Performance | 3/6 |
| Financial Health | 5/6 |
| Dividends | 0/6 |
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Analyst Price Targets
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Community ContributorUS$7.43FV • 50.1% undervalued intrinsic discount
36.8%Revenue growth p.a.
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | ₩47,300.00 |
| 52 Week High | ₩71,600.00 |
| 52 Week Low | ₩36,300.00 |
| Beta | 1.43 |
| 1 Month Change | -1.97% |
| 3 Month Change | -22.96% |
| 1 Year Change | 24.31% |
| 3 Year Change | -17.31% |
| 5 Year Change | -58.69% |
| Change since IPO | 48.28% |
Recent News & Updates
A035720: Dividend Initiation And Capital Raise Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have kept Kakao's fair value estimate steady at ₩90,000. They explained that the unchanged price targets reflect offsetting shifts in inputs, including a slightly higher discount rate, higher projected revenue growth and profit margins, and a lower assumed future P/E multiple.
A035720: New Capital Raise And Dividend Policy Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have adjusted their Kakao price target slightly lower from about ₩76,667 to around ₩76,115, reflecting updated assumptions on discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E, which they see as better aligned with current forecasts. What's in the News Kakao has scheduled a board meeting on March 17, 2026 to finalize specific terms for part of a new share issuance under the 2nd capital increase to other investors, involving KRW 3.0b in convertible preferred shares to GS Assemble Fund, with an expected payment date of March 20, 2026, subject to procedural progress (Key Developments).
A035720: Future Capital Raise And Dividend Policy Will Support Bullish Outlook
Analysts have reduced their Kakao fair value estimate from ₩61,562 to ₩59,667, reflecting higher discount rates together with stronger assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins, and a lower future P/E. What's in the News Kakao plans a board meeting on March 17, 2026 to finalize specific terms for part of a new share issuance under the 2nd capital increase to other investors.Recent updates
A035720: Dividend Initiation And Capital Raise Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have kept Kakao's fair value estimate steady at ₩90,000. They explained that the unchanged price targets reflect offsetting shifts in inputs, including a slightly higher discount rate, higher projected revenue growth and profit margins, and a lower assumed future P/E multiple.A035720: New Capital Raise And Dividend Policy Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have adjusted their Kakao price target slightly lower from about ₩76,667 to around ₩76,115, reflecting updated assumptions on discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E, which they see as better aligned with current forecasts. What's in the News Kakao has scheduled a board meeting on March 17, 2026 to finalize specific terms for part of a new share issuance under the 2nd capital increase to other investors, involving KRW 3.0b in convertible preferred shares to GS Assemble Fund, with an expected payment date of March 20, 2026, subject to procedural progress (Key Developments).A035720: Future Capital Raise And Dividend Policy Will Support Bullish Outlook
Analysts have reduced their Kakao fair value estimate from ₩61,562 to ₩59,667, reflecting higher discount rates together with stronger assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins, and a lower future P/E. What's in the News Kakao plans a board meeting on March 17, 2026 to finalize specific terms for part of a new share issuance under the 2nd capital increase to other investors.A035720: Dividend Introduction And Margin Improvement Will Support Future Upside
Analysts are maintaining Kakao's fair value estimate at ₩90,000. This updated view is guided by a slightly higher discount rate, a modestly lower revenue growth assumption, and a small uplift in profit margin and future P/E expectations.A035720: Higher Future P/E Multiple Will Support Margin Recovery And Upside
Analysts have adjusted their fair value estimate for Kakao to ₩90,000 from ₩88,000, reflecting updated assumptions on the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margins, and a higher future P/E multiple. What's in the News Kakao Corp.A035720: External Investment Review Will Support Higher Margins And Future Upside
Analysts are holding Kakao's fair value estimate steady at ₩88,000, with a slightly higher discount rate, slightly lower revenue growth, and slightly higher profit margin and future P/E assumptions shaping the latest price target view. What's in the News A board meeting is scheduled for November 19, 2025, to review the purpose of an external investment, the overall transaction structure, and the transaction price (Key Developments).A035720: Fair Outlook As Q4 Trends And Board Review Will Guide Expectations
Analysts have lifted their fair value estimate for Kakao from ₩57,984 to ₩61,562 as they incorporate slightly adjusted assumptions for the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E into their updated models. What's in the News Kakao has scheduled a board meeting for Nov 19, 2025 to review the purpose of an external investment, the transaction structure, the transaction price, and other related matters (Key Developments).A035720: Fair Outlook As Q4 Advertising And Board Review Will Shape Expectations
Analysts now see Kakao’s fair value at ₩57,984, up from ₩53,712. This reflects adjusted views on revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E assumptions.A035720 External Investment Review And Q4 Guidance Will Support Improved Profitability
Analysts have lifted their price target on Kakao by ₩0 to ₩88,000, citing slightly stronger projected revenue growth, higher expected profit margins, and a modestly lower forward P/E multiple that together support a more favorable risk-reward profile despite a higher discount rate. What's in the News Kakao's board has scheduled a meeting for November 19, 2025, to review the purpose of an external investment, overall transaction structure, pricing, and related matters (board meeting filing).A035720: Upcoming Investment Review And Earnings Momentum Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have modestly adjusted their price target on Kakao upward to ₩76,666.67, reflecting slightly lower perceived risk, a stable long term growth and margin outlook, and a marginally lower future P E expectation. What's in the News Board meeting scheduled for November 19, 2025, to review an external investment, including purpose, transaction structure, pricing, and related matters (company filing) New earnings guidance for the fourth quarter of 2025 targets comfortable double-digit year-over-year growth in Talk Biz advertising revenue, with overall revenue growth expected to accelerate on deferred transactions and year-end seasonality (company guidance) Valuation Changes The fair value estimate remains unchanged at approximately ₩76,666.67 per share, indicating no material revision to the intrinsic value assessment.A035720: Rising Profit Margins And Lower P/E To Drive Future Upside
Narrative Update on Kakao: Analyst Price Target Revision Analysts have raised Kakao's fair value estimate from 75,250 KRW to 76,666.67 KRW. This revision reflects improved profit margin expectations and a lower anticipated future price-to-earnings ratio, even though revenue growth forecasts have been moderated.A035720: Modest Revenue Gains And Higher Multiple Will Drive Future Upside
Kakao Analyst Price Target Raised on Expectations of Modest Growth Analysts have increased Kakao's fair value estimate by ₩1,000 to ₩75,250, citing slightly higher projected revenue growth, even though there is a minor decrease in the expected profit margin. Valuation Changes The Fair Value Estimate has risen slightly, increasing from ₩74,250 to ₩75,250.Advanced AI And Fintech Expansion Will Transform Digital Engagement
Kakao's valuation metrics, including net profit margin and discount rate, showed only marginal improvement, resulting in an almost unchanged consensus analyst price target, which increased slightly from ₩73,500 to ₩74,250. Valuation Changes Summary of Valuation Changes for Kakao The Consensus Analyst Price Target remained effectively unchanged, moving only marginally from ₩73500 to ₩74250.Advanced AI And Fintech Expansion Will Transform Digital Engagement
Upward revisions in both Kakao's net profit margin and consensus revenue growth forecasts have driven the analyst price target higher from ₩63,554 to ₩68,768. What's in the News Kakao Corp.Kakao (KRX:035720) Is Posting Promising Earnings But The Good News Doesn’t Stop There
May 25
Should You Investigate Kakao Corp. (KRX:035720) At ₩37,400?
May 19
Unlocking Growth And Innovation Through Personalized AI, Healthcare Expansion, And Enhanced User Engagement
Kakao's focus on user engagement and AI-driven services could enhance revenue streams and profit potential through targeted advertising and differentiated offerings.Shareholder Returns
| A035720 | KR Interactive Media and Services | KR Market | |
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| 7D | -1.6% | -2.7% | 1.8% |
| 1Y | 24.3% | 9.6% | 147.3% |
Return vs Industry: A035720 exceeded the KR Interactive Media and Services industry which returned 9.6% over the past year.
Return vs Market: A035720 underperformed the KR Market which returned 147.3% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| A035720 volatility | |
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| A035720 Average Weekly Movement | 8.3% |
| Interactive Media and Services Industry Average Movement | 8.4% |
| Market Average Movement | 9.1% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in KR Market | 16.1% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in KR Market | 4.7% |
Stable Share Price: A035720 has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the KR market.
Volatility Over Time: A035720's weekly volatility (8%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | n/a | Shina Chung | www.kakaocorp.com |
Kakao Corp. operates mobile and online platforms in South Korea. The company offers Kakao Pay, a financial service solution; Kakao Bank, a banking solution; Kakao Mobility for mobility services; Kakao Style, a lifestyle solution; Kakao Entertainment, a solution for entertainment industry; Kakao Games, a solution for the gaming industry; Kakao piccoma, a content service platform; Kakao Brain, an artificial intelligence solution; Kakao Enterprise, a cloud service solution; and Kakao Healthcare, a mobile-based personal healthcare solution. It also provides Linkagelab, a workplace for individuals with disabilities; investment services in start-ups under the Kakao Investment name; and various solutions under the KakaoTalk, Kakao Business Service, Daum, Kakao Ventures, and Kakao Map names.
Kakao Corp. Fundamentals Summary
| A035720 fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | ₩20.84t |
| Earnings (TTM) | ₩500.37b |
| Revenue (TTM) | ₩8.10t |
41.6x
P/E Ratio2.6x
P/S RatioIs A035720 overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| A035720 income statement (TTM) | |
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| Revenue | ₩8.10t |
| Cost of Revenue | ₩480.97b |
| Gross Profit | ₩7.62t |
| Other Expenses | ₩7.12t |
| Earnings | ₩500.37b |
Last Reported Earnings
Dec 31, 2025
Next Earnings Date
May 07, 2026
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 1.14k |
| Gross Margin | 94.06% |
| Net Profit Margin | 6.18% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 13.9% |
How did A035720 perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
0.2%
Current Dividend Yield13%
Payout RatioCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/01 00:36 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/04/30 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
Kakao Corp. is covered by 36 analysts. 23 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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| Seyon Park | Barclays |
| Min-joo Kang | Bernstein |
| A-Hyung Cho | BofA Global Research |