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051910:KRXLG Chem, Ltd. Analysis

Data as of 2026-05-27 - not real-time

₩331,000.00

Latest Price

8/10Risk

Risk Level: High

Executive Summary

LG Chem is trading well below its 20‑day, 50‑day and 200‑day moving averages, with an RSI hovering around the oversold threshold and a bearish MACD divergence, suggesting short‑term pressure. However, the discounted cash‑flow model points to a fair value roughly 30% higher than the current price, and the consensus among 25 analysts remains a "buy" despite an "Extreme Greed" market sentiment. The company carries a very high debt‑to‑equity ratio, negative free cash flow and thin profit margins, while its beta of over 1.7 and 30‑day volatility near 60% amplify market risk. Dividend sustainability is doubtful given the lack of earnings and a zero payout ratio.
Given this mix of technical weakness, valuation upside, and fundamental strain, a cautious stance is warranted: hold in the near term to gauge a potential bounce off the 326 K support, consider a measured buy on the medium horizon if the price aligns with the DCF target, and remain watchful of liquidity and debt pressures for the long run.

Market Outlook

Short Term

< 1 year
Neutral
Model confidence: 5/10

Key Factors

  • Price near established support
  • RSI indicating oversold conditions
  • High volatility and bearish MACD signal

Medium Term

1–3 years
Positive
Model confidence: 6/10

Key Factors

  • DCF fair value suggests ~30% upside
  • Analyst consensus of "buy"
  • Potential recovery in specialty chemicals and battery materials

Long Term

> 3 years
Neutral
Model confidence: 5/10

Key Factors

  • Elevated debt-to-equity ratio
  • Negative free cash flow
  • Strategic position in high‑growth battery segment but sustainability concerns

Key Metrics & Analysis

Financial Health

Revenue Growth-2.60%
Profit Margin-4.52%
P/E Ratio13.2
ROE-5.93%
ROA-0.59%
Debt/Equity74.21
Op. Cash Flow₩6165.3B
Free Cash Flow₩-5942740516864

Technical Analysis

TrendBullish
RSI37.3
Support₩326,000.00
Resistance₩437,500.00
MA 20₩384,375.00
MA 50₩353,790.00
MA 200₩337,377.50
MACDBearish
VolumeDecreasing
Fear & Greed Index91.13

Valuation

Fair Value₩386,303.80
Target Price₩441,640.00
Upside/Downside33.43%
GradeUndervalued
TypeValue
Dividend Yield0.57%

Risk Assessment

Beta1.70
Volatility59.61%
Sector RiskMedium
Reg. RiskMedium
Geo RiskMedium
Currency RiskMedium
Liquidity RiskHigh

This analysis may contain inaccuracies and is provided for informational and research purposes only. It is not personal investment advice, a recommendation, or an instruction to buy, sell, or hold any asset.