Risk factor
Very poor trading liquidity
Profitability factor
Excellent dividends
About
Operating within South Korea, Taekyung Chemical Co., Ltd. specializes in the production and distribution of various industrial liquefied gases and dry ice. Their comprehensive product line includes liquid and solid carbon dioxide, magnesium hydroxide, ethylene, along with cryogenic liquids like oxygen, nitrogen, and argon. These essential materials are widely utilized across diverse industries for purposes such as food additives and insulation, metal and rapid welding cooling, smoke desulfurization in manufacturing, and wastewater treatment. They also play a vital role in metallurgical applications, including steel melting, welding, cutting, and acting as fillers or oxidation inhibitors. The company, which was founded in 1970 and is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, was previously known as Daeduk Industry Co., Ltd. before officially changing its name to Taekyung Chemical Co., Ltd. in 2000.
Company Valuation
Based on key historical and expected multiples, the stock is fairly valued relative to its peers. Specifically, the stock is 'cheap' on P/E, neutral on EV/EBITDA, overpri