SKMSK Telecom shows stable fundamentals but faces near-term technical headwinds and limited thematic growth compared to tech peers. Consider for a stable, dividend-focused component in a diversified portfolio.
SK Telecom operates in essential telecommunications, with some exposure to emerging technologies like AI and metaverse, but lacks strong secular growth themes compared to leading tech innovators.
SK Telecom demonstrates a robust financial position with consistent revenue and profitability, supported by a solid balance sheet and manageable debt levels.
The stock is trading below key moving averages and exhibits weak short-term momentum, suggesting potential for further downside or consolidation.
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Artificial Intelligence Adoption | 60 |
| ESG & Sustainability | 70 |
| Market Leadership & Dominance | 75 |
| Innovation Pipeline | 50 |
| Regulatory Environment | 65 |
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 85 |
| Profitability | 65 |
| Growth | 40 |
| Balance Sheet Health | 70 |
| Cash Flow | 75 |
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Trend Analysis | 40 |
| Momentum | 55 |
| Volume Confirmation | 60 |
| Support & Resistance | 40 |
Strong Earnings Per Share (EPS)
The EPS (TTM) is $2.33, indicating healthy profitability per share.
Attractive P/E Ratio
The P/E ratio (TTM) is 9.62, which may suggest the stock is undervalued relative to its earnings.
Potentially High Valuation Metrics (Needs Context)
While the P/E is low, the Price/Sales (PS) ratio is not provided. The unusually high dividend yield (193.19%) may indicate a depressed stock price or unsustainable dividend payout, requiring deeper investigation.
Declining Net Margin Trend
Net margin has decreased from 14.4% in 2021Q4 to 6.4% in 2024Q4, indicating potential pressure on profitability.
February 2025
28
Ex-Dividend Date
June 2025
27
Next Dividend Date
August 2025
7
Next Earnings Date
H: $
A: $
L: $
H: 4480.10B
A: 4379.41B
L: 4260.40B
SK Telecom Co., Ltd. engages in the provision of wireless telecommunication services in South Korea. The company operates through three segments: Cellular Services, Fixed-Line Telecommunications Services, and Other Businesses. The Cellular Services segment offers wireless voice and data transmission, Internet of Things solutions, platform, cloud, smart factory solutions, subscription, advertising and curated shopping under T Deal brand name, and metaverse platform-based services, as well as sells wireless devices. Its Fixed-Line Telecommunications Services segment provides fixed-line telephone services; broadband Internet services; media platform services, such as Internet protocol TV and cable TV; and business communications services. The Other Businesses segment offers T-commerce services, as well as portal services under Nate brand name. In addition, it provides call center management, base station maintenance, information gathering and consulting, database and internet website, and broadcasting programs; manufactures non-memory and other electronic integrated circuits; international telecommunication and mobile; and operates information and communications facilities, and mobile virtual network, as well as engages in telecommunications and communication device retail business. SK Telecom Co., Ltd. was incorporated in 1984 and is based in Seoul, South Korea.
25.87 USD
The 39 analysts offering 1 year price forecasts for SKM have a max estimate of 28.30 and a min estimate of 23.43.