Gross Margin - KCC Corp (KRX:002380)

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Price: 416 000 KRW 0.24%

Market Cap: 3.1T KRW

25.4%

Current

23%

Average

23.8%

Industry

Gross Margin is the amount of money a company retains after incurring the direct costs associated with producing the goods it sells and the services it provides. The higher the gross margin, the more capital a company retains, which it can then use to pay other costs or satisfy debt obligations.

Gross Margin

25.4%

Gross Profit

1.7T

Revenue

6.6T

Gross Margin Across Competitors

Country		Company	Market Cap	Gross Margin
KR		KCC Corp KRX:002380	3.1T KRW	25%
ZA	S	Sasol Ltd JSE:SOL	65.2B Zac	48%
DE		Basf Se XETRA:BAS	39.1B EUR	26%
CN		Ningxia Baofeng Energy Group Co Ltd SSE:600989	134.3B CNY	35%
IN		Pidilite Industries Ltd NSE:PIDILITIND	1.5T INR	55%
ZA	O	Omnia Holdings Ltd JSE:OMN	13B Zac	22%
IN		SRF Ltd NSE:SRF	916B INR	40%
JP		Mitsubishi Chemical Holdings Corp TSE:4188	1.2T JPY	29%
JP	M	Mitsubishi Chemical Group Corp F:M3C0	6.4B EUR	29%
JP		Showa Denko KK TSE:4004	1.1T JPY	23%
JP	R	Resonac Holdings Corp XMUN:SWD	5.7B EUR	23%

KCC Corp
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Market Cap

3.1T KRW

Industry

Chemicals

KCC Corporation, a South Korean conglomerate established in 1958, stands as a pivotal player in the construction materials sector. Born out of the post-war industrial boom, the company swiftly diversified its offerings, starting with paints and coatings to meet the burgeoning demands of a rapidly urbanizing Korea. Over the decades, KCC expanded its product portfolio to include high-performance materials such as glass, chemicals, and silicone. The company's operations are anchored in a vertically integrated model, allowing it to maintain control over its supply chain—from raw material procurement to final product manufacturing—ensuring consistent quality and innovation in its offerings. This strategic integration not only enhances operational efficiencies but also bolsters KCC's competitive advantage, allowing it to weather economic fluctuations and remain a go-to supplier for various industrial and construction needs. KCC's revenue streams are bolstered by its extensive reach into both domestic and international markets. The company provides materials that are instrumental in key industries such as automotive, electronics, and construction. Its paint and glass divisions cater to an array of clients, from large-scale skyscraper projects needing energy-efficient building materials to automotive manufacturers requiring premium glass components. Meanwhile, the chemical and silicone sectors tap into high-growth industries like consumer electronics, providing essential components for semiconductors and displays. Profitability is driven by KCC's ability to continuously innovate its products and maintain strong relationships with its business customers. The company’s emphasis on research and development helps it to constantly evolve, anticipating market needs and delivering cutting-edge solutions. Thus, KCC effectively navigates the competitive landscape by merging traditional industrial strengths with modern technological advancements.

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Economic Moat is a concept popularized by Warren Buffett to describe a company's durable competitive advantage. It represents the 'moat' that protects a company from competitors and helps it sustain profitability over the long term. Our analysis of the past 10 years showed that companies with a wide economic moat significantly outperformed the market, delivering +645% returns compared to +189% for the S&P 500.

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Network Effect: We analyze whether the value of a company’s product or service grows as its user base expands. Platforms like payment systems or marketplaces benefit from this self-reinforcing.

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Efficient scale: Occurs when a market is optimally served by one or a few players, making it unprofitable for new entrants to compete. This typically happens in industries with high fixed costs or geographic constraints, such as utilities or pipelines.

Cost Advantage: Companies with structural cost advantages can produce goods or services at a lower cost than their competitors, enabling them to offer competitive pricing or maintain higher margins. These advantages often arise from economies of scale, superior supply chain management, or proprietary technology. Firms like Walmart leverage their massive scale to negotiate better terms with suppliers, allowing them to undercut competitors on price.

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KCC Corp
KRX:002380