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SK Telecom (017670) Earnings: 2Q Operating Profit Surpasses Estimates with 16% YOY Growth

  • SK Telecom‘s 2nd quarter operating profit reached 537.5 billion won, marking a 16% increase year-over-year.
  • This operating profit exceeded the market estimate of 510.59 billion won.
  • Net profit for the quarter was 337.4 billion won, up by 2.5% year-over-year.
  • The net profit slightly missed the market estimate, which was 339.02 billion won.
  • Total sales were 4.42 trillion won, showing a 2.7% year-over-year growth.
  • Sales figures were slightly below the market estimate of 4.44 trillion won.
  • Shares of SK Telecom rose by 2.5%, reaching 53,200 won.
  • A total of 286,744 shares were traded.
  • Analyst recommendations include 25 buys, 1 hold, and 0 sells.

SK Telecom on Smartkarma

Analysts on Smartkarma, including Douglas Kim, are closely following SK Telecom‘s latest move as the company’s affiliate, Sapeon, prepares to merge with Rebellions by the end of the year. This strategic merger aims to challenge Nvidia’s dominance in AI chips, with the goal of capturing market share from the global giant. Douglas Kim‘s report highlights the potential impact of this merger, suggesting that even a 1% market share shift from Nvidia could lead to a significant increase in valuation for the merged entity.

The proposed merger between Sapeon and Rebellions, as analyzed in the research report, signifies SK Telecom‘s ambitious push into the AI chip market. Analyst sentiment, leaning towards bullish, reflects the positive outlook on the company’s strategic direction and growth prospects. The detailed insights provided by analysts like Douglas Kim offer valuable perspectives for investors looking to understand the potential implications of this significant development within the tech industry.


A look at SK Telecom Smart Scores

FactorScoreMagnitude
Value3
Dividend5
Growth3
Resilience2
Momentum5
OVERALL SMART SCORE3.6

Smart Score is a compound score for the Company indicating its overall outlook. It is derived by taking an equally weighted average of underlying Factor scores computed by Smartkarma

SK Telecom Co., Ltd., a Korean mobile and telecommunications operator, shows a promising long-term outlook based on its Smartkarma Smart Scores analysis. With a top-notch score of 5 for Dividend and Momentum, the company is expected to provide strong returns to investors over time. A score of 3 for Value and Growth further indicates a balanced performance in terms of market value and potential for expansion. However, there are areas for improvement as reflected by the scores of 2 for Resilience, suggesting a need for increased stability in the face of economic uncertainties.

SK Telecom‘s diverse portfolio of services, including cellular voice, wireless data, wireless internet, fixed line, and platform services, positions it well to capitalize on the evolving telecommunications landscape. By leveraging its solid dividend yield and strong growth momentum, SK Telecom has the potential to enhance shareholder value and solidify its presence in the market. Overall, the company’s strategic focus on dividends and growth, coupled with its established market presence, could bode well for its long-term success.


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