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Earnings Surprises Anticipate the Peak Season for Sun Care Markets
1Q25 Performance Across Korea, China, and the US
Kolmar Korea has posted extraordinary results, surpassing market forecasts with a remarkable revenue of KRW 653.1 billion, marking a 14% year-over-year growth. The operating profit soared by 85% to KRW 59.9 billion, illustrating robust growth and leverage across its key regions – Korea, China, and the US.
Korea's Domestic Surge Led by Indie Brands
The domestic market is bullish, boasting a revenue of KRW 274.3 billion with an 11% upsurge from the prior year. The sun care segment, particularly the indie brands, is driving this growth, outperforming traditional legacy brands. With Q2 being the peak season, the anticipated influx in orders could enhance top-line growth, predicting a shift in revenue composition where we estimate indie brands could represent a substantial portion over legacy brands (projected 10% legacy vs. 40% currently). The improved SKU mix in sun care segments has propelled operating margins to an unprecedented 12.4% in Q1.
China's Unexpectedly Strong Market Rejuvenation
China reported exceptional results, with sales at KRW 41.6 billion, a 20% rise YoY, and an operating profit up by 72% at KRW 3.1 billion. Despite past challenges due to price negotiations, the resurgence in orders signals a robust recovery. Sun care orders are projected to persist steadily, buoying future outlooks.
US Market Experiences Explosive Growth
The US market witnessed phenomenal growth with sales surging by 210% to KRW 21.7 billion. Operating profit turned positive YoY, showing a quarterly increase of 300 million won. The securing of new base makeup customers and strong order books hint at continued profitability, marking two successive quarters of meaningful margins.
Valuation Trends and Strategic Moves
The stock is projected to ride on the current momentum in sun care markets and a firm valuation base in the US. With record margins on the horizon in domestic markets and the anticipated operational commencement of a second US plant in June, we have raised our annual US revenue forecast from KRW 80 billion to KRW 90 billion. These strategic advancements form the basis for our updated price target, elevated from KRW 92,000 to KRW 110,000, reflecting enhanced earnings forecasts and a favorable valuation backdrop. With a current trading multiple of 14x 12-month forward P/E ratio, the stock remains attractively priced—a BUY recommendation is maintained.
Conclusion
Kolmar Korea's quarterly performance across essential markets underscores a promising trajectory, particularly as they capitalize on their strategic market positioning in the sun care sector. The optimized product mix alongside strategic expansions offers a compelling investment case for stakeholders aligned with long-term growth potential.
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