Risk factor
Considerable default risk
Profitability factor
Excellent dividends
About
Established in 1984 with its headquarters in Seoul, South Korea, E1 Corporation is a multifaceted enterprise deeply engaged in the liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) industry. Its primary activities within South Korea encompass the procurement, global trade, storage, distribution, and servicing of LPG. The company operates an extensive logistical infrastructure, featuring specialized docking facilities designed to accommodate a variety of vessels, from compact pressurized carriers to large ocean-going LPG tankers. E1 sources LPG from international oil-producing regions, transporting it using dedicated deep-sea refrigerated ships. Crucially, it manages substantial storage and processing facilities at its terminals in Yeosu, Daesan, and Incheon, which are all outfitted with advanced marine and terrestrial loading and unloading systems. E1 distributes LPG through a broad spectrum of channels to diverse clientele. This includes supplying fuel to vehicle autogas stations and other retail refueling points for both residential and commercial use. Additionally, the company provides direct pipeline delivery of LPG to major industrial consumers, specifically petrochemical manufacturing plants. Beyond its domestic operations, E1 Corporation maintains a significant international footprint, exporting LPG to numerous global markets, including key countries such as Thailand, China, Taiwan, Japan, and Vietnam.
Company Valuation
Based on key historical and expected multiples, the stock is slightly undervalued relative to its peers. Specifically, the stock is 'cheap' on P/E, overvalued on EV/EBITD
Target Price
The average target price of 017940.KS is 90000 and suggests 13.4% upside potential. Usually, this means a HOLD recommendation among investment firms. This neutral recomme