Exploring ALTEOGEN And Two Other High Growth Tech Stocks In South Korea

Simply Wall St · 10/17 21:08

Over the last 7 days, the South Korean market has remained flat, yet it has shown a promising rise of 4.1% over the past year with earnings forecasted to grow by 29% annually. In such an environment, identifying high growth tech stocks like ALTEOGEN can be crucial for investors seeking to capitalize on robust earnings potential and long-term growth prospects.

Top 10 High Growth Tech Companies In South Korea

Name Revenue Growth Earnings Growth Growth Rating
IMLtd 21.80% 111.43% ★★★★★★
Seojin SystemLtd 33.39% 49.13% ★★★★★★
ALTEOGEN 64.22% 99.46% ★★★★★★
Bioneer 23.53% 97.58% ★★★★★★
NEXON Games 29.64% 66.98% ★★★★★★
FLITTO 32.60% 106.82% ★★★★★★
Devsisters 29.08% 63.02% ★★★★★★
Park Systems 23.21% 34.63% ★★★★★★
AmosenseLtd 24.04% 71.97% ★★★★★★
UTI 114.97% 134.60% ★★★★★★

Click here to see the full list of 47 stocks from our KRX High Growth Tech and AI Stocks screener.

Below we spotlight a couple of our favorites from our exclusive screener.

ALTEOGEN (KOSDAQ:A196170)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: ALTEOGEN Inc. is a biotechnology company specializing in the development of long-acting biobetters, proprietary antibody-drug conjugates, and antibody biosimilars, with a market cap of ₩20.40 trillion.

Operations: The company generates revenue primarily from its biotechnology segment, amounting to ₩90.79 million. Its business model focuses on innovative biotechnological solutions, including long-acting biobetters and proprietary antibody-drug conjugates.

ALTEOGEN, a South Korean biotech firm, is navigating through its growth phase with significant R&D investments and ambitious revenue forecasts. Despite being currently unprofitable, the company's revenue is expected to surge by 64.2% annually, outpacing the local market's growth of 10.3%. This aggressive expansion is backed by a projected annual earnings increase of 99.46%, setting the stage for profitability within three years. ALTEOGEN’s commitment to innovation is evident in its substantial R&D spending aimed at pioneering developments in biotechnology—a sector driven by constant advancements and high entry barriers which could potentially yield substantial future returns despite current volatility and shareholder dilution concerns over the past year.

KOSDAQ:A196170 Revenue and Expenses Breakdown as at Oct 2024
KOSDAQ:A196170 Revenue and Expenses Breakdown as at Oct 2024

ISU Petasys (KOSE:A007660)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: ISU Petasys Co., Ltd. is a global manufacturer and seller of printed circuit boards (PCBs) with a market capitalization of ₩2.88 trillion.

Operations: ISU Petasys focuses on the manufacturing and sale of printed circuit boards (PCBs), generating revenue of ₩743.88 billion. The company operates on a global scale, leveraging its expertise in PCB production to serve various markets worldwide.

With an anticipated revenue growth of 18.6% per year, ISU Petasys is positioning itself as a competitive player in South Korea's tech sector, albeit growing below the high-growth benchmark of 20%. The company's commitment to innovation is underscored by its R&D investments, which are crucial for staying relevant against industry giants. Notably, ISU Petasys has managed to outpace the broader Korean market’s average with an expected earnings surge of 44.4% annually. This robust profit growth projection suggests potential for significant advancements and market share expansion in the coming years. Despite these promising figures, challenges such as a highly volatile share price and lower profit margins compared to last year (7.5% down from 12.6%) highlight areas that might require strategic adjustments to sustain long-term growth.

KOSE:A007660 Revenue and Expenses Breakdown as at Oct 2024
KOSE:A007660 Revenue and Expenses Breakdown as at Oct 2024

HYBE (KOSE:A352820)

Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: HYBE Co., Ltd. operates in music production, publishing, and artist development and management, with a market capitalization of ₩8 trillion.

Operations: The company generates revenue primarily from three segments: Label, Platform, and Solution. The Label segment contributes the highest revenue at ₩1.28 trillion, followed by the Solution segment at ₩1.24 trillion, while the Platform segment adds ₩361.12 billion.

HYBE's strategic focus on R&D investment, which amounted to 13.9% of its revenue, underscores its commitment to innovation within South Korea's dynamic tech landscape. This substantial allocation towards research is pivotal in fostering advancements that keep the company competitive against global entertainment giants. Additionally, HYBE recently concluded a share buyback program, repurchasing 150,000 shares for KRW 26.09 billion, signaling confidence in its financial health and future prospects. Despite facing challenges like a significant one-off loss of ₩189.4 billion affecting earnings last year and an earnings growth forecast at 42% annually—slightly below the high-growth threshold—HYBE continues to outperform many peers with robust revenue projections set to exceed the market average by 3.6%.

KOSE:A352820 Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Oct 2024
KOSE:A352820 Earnings and Revenue Growth as at Oct 2024

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