LS (A006260) Q1 2025 earnings summary

Executive summary

• Consolidated sales for Q1 2025 reached 6,913,573 million KRW, up from 5,945,027 million KRW in Q1 2024, with net income from continuing operations at 141,111 million KRW, a significant increase year-over-year.

• Operating income improved to 304,505 million KRW from 243,669 million KRW in the prior year, reflecting robust performance across core business segments.

• The group maintained a strong cash position with cash and cash equivalents at 1,971,805 million KRW at quarter-end.

Financial highlights

• Gross profit for Q1 2025 was 732,748 million KRW, up from 611,579 million KRW in Q1 2024.

• Earnings per share (EPS) from continuing operations were 3,180 KRW, more than double the 1,549 KRW in Q1 2024.

• Total assets increased to 21,760,992 million KRW from 20,527,939 million KRW at the end of 2024.

• Total equity rose to 7,252,579 million KRW, with a debt ratio of 93.72%, improved from 96.76% at year-end.

• Dividends paid in the quarter totaled 45,123 million KRW.

Outlook and guidance

• The company expects continued growth driven by infrastructure investments, data center expansion, and global demand for high-voltage cables and energy solutions.

• Ongoing investments in production capacity and R&D are anticipated to support future revenue and margin expansion.