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Exploring 3 High Growth Tech Stocks in South Korea
Reviewed by Simply Wall St
The South Korea stock market on Wednesday ended a three-day slide, with the KOSPI barely higher at 2,689.83 amid mixed global forecasts and key inflation data ahead. In this fluctuating environment, identifying high-growth tech stocks that can navigate both gains and losses becomes crucial for investors looking to capitalize on South Korea's dynamic tech sector.
Top 10 High Growth Tech Companies In South Korea
Name | Revenue Growth | Earnings Growth | Growth Rating |
---|---|---|---|
Seojin SystemLtd | 33.61% | 52.05% | ★★★★★★ |
IMLtd | 20.76% | 106.30% | ★★★★★★ |
Bioneer | 23.53% | 97.58% | ★★★★★★ |
FLITTO | 32.07% | 100.38% | ★★★★★★ |
ALTEOGEN | 64.22% | 99.46% | ★★★★★★ |
NEXON Games | 31.70% | 66.31% | ★★★★★★ |
Devsisters | 26.11% | 65.92% | ★★★★★★ |
AmosenseLtd | 24.29% | 55.45% | ★★★★★★ |
Park Systems | 23.49% | 35.59% | ★★★★★★ |
UTI | 103.56% | 122.67% | ★★★★★★ |
Click here to see the full list of 52 stocks from our KRX High Growth Tech and AI Stocks screener.
We're going to check out a few of the best picks from our screener tool.
ALTEOGEN (KOSDAQ:A196170)
Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★★★
Overview: ALTEOGEN Inc. is a biotechnology company specializing in the development of long-acting biobetters, proprietary antibody-drug conjugates, and antibody biosimilars, with a market cap of ₩16.95 billion.
Operations: ALTEOGEN Inc. generates revenue primarily from its biotechnology segment, amounting to ₩90.79 million. The company focuses on developing long-acting biobetters, proprietary antibody-drug conjugates, and antibody biosimilars.
ALTEOGEN's revenue is forecast to grow 64.2% annually, significantly outpacing the South Korean market's 10.6% growth rate. Their R&D expenses highlight a strong commitment to innovation, with substantial investments driving their proprietary Hybrozyme™ Technology. The recent approval of Tergase® by Korea’s MFDS underscores this, showcasing a recombinant hyaluronidase with over 99% purity and lower immunogenicity compared to traditional animal-derived alternatives. Earnings are projected to surge by 99.46% per year, reflecting high growth potential in the biotech sector despite current unprofitability.
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Celltrion (KOSE:A068270)
Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Celltrion, Inc., along with its subsidiaries, specializes in developing and producing protein-based drugs for oncology treatment in South Korea, with a market cap of ₩41.58 trillion.
Operations: Celltrion, Inc., along with its subsidiaries, generates revenue primarily from the production and sale of protein-based drugs for oncology treatment. The main revenue streams include Bio Medical Supply (₩3.54 trillion) and Chemical Drugs (₩507 billion).
Celltrion's revenue is expected to grow at 25.7% annually, significantly outpacing the South Korean market's 10.6% growth rate. Their earnings forecast of 59.8% per year indicates strong future potential despite a recent -40.4% decline in earnings over the past year. The company has invested heavily in R&D, with notable advancements like ZYMFENTRA® and SteQeyma®, enhancing their biosimilar portfolio and expanding patient access through agreements with Cigna Healthcare and Express Scripts, impacting 16.1 million insured lives.
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Gain insights into Celltrion's past trends and performance with our Past report.
HYBE (KOSE:A352820)
Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: HYBE Co., Ltd. engages in music production, publishing, and artist development and management businesses with a market cap of ₩7.58 trillion.
Operations: HYBE Co., Ltd. generates revenue primarily from Label (₩1.28 billion), Platform (₩361.12 million), and Solution (₩1.24 billion) segments, with internal transactions accounting for -₩732.08 million. The company focuses on music production, publishing, and artist management to drive its business operations.
HYBE's revenue is forecast to grow at 14% annually, outpacing the South Korean market's 10.6%. Despite a one-off loss of ₩189.4B impacting recent results, earnings are projected to increase by 42.5% per year over the next three years, significantly higher than the market's 28.9%. The company has announced a share repurchase program for up to 150,000 shares, aimed at stock price stabilization. R&D expenses have been substantial in enhancing their digital content and artist management platforms.
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About KOSDAQ:A196170
ALTEOGEN
A bio company, focuses on developing long-acting biobetters, proprietary antibody-drug conjugates, and antibody biosimilars.