Risk factor
Very poor trading liquidity
Profitability factor
Undervalued vs peers
About
Headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, Dongbu Corporation is a prominent construction and engineering company established in 1969. The firm, known as Miryung Engineering & Construction Co. Ltd until its rebranding in March 1989, engages in a wide spectrum of development and infrastructure projects. Dongbu's core activities encompass comprehensive engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) for various industrial plants, including those in the power, energy, environmental, and petrochemical sectors. Its expertise extends to significant civil infrastructure, delivering essential projects such as roads, bridges, tunnels, rail systems, and port facilities. The company is also a key player in vertical construction, erecting diverse structures ranging from medical and public buildings to commercial, sports, and leisure complexes. Beyond general construction, Dongbu Corporation is actively involved in real estate development. This includes building condominium complexes and large-scale mixed-use developments, in addition to undertaking projects for resorts, industrial and commercial centers, and office buildings. Supporting these ventures, the company offers property and facility management, alongside leasing and sales brokerage services. Furthermore, Dongbu provides extensive engineering consulting. This covers a full spectrum of services, from initial planning and feasibility studies to value engineering, conceptual and detailed design, construction supervision, and project management. Their advisory capabilities span critical areas including civil infrastructure, transportation, rail systems, geotechnical engineering, water resource management, wastewater treatment, environmental solutions, landscape architecture, and geographic information systems.
Company Valuation
Considering past and projected metrics, the stock is 'cheaper' than its peers. Specifically, the stock is 'cheap' on P/E, neutral on EV/EBITDA, overpriced on P/FCF.