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Price: 30 650 KRW -3.16% Market Closed

Market Cap: ₩2.2T

1.8%

Declining

by 1%

Operating Margin shows how much profit a company makes from its regular business activities after covering operating costs. It helps measure how efficiently the company turns sales into profit.

Operating Margin

1.8%

Operating Income

₩272.2B

Revenue

₩15.6T

Operating Margin shows how much profit a company makes from its regular business activities after covering operating costs. It helps measure how efficiently the company turns sales into profit.

Operating Margin

1.8%

Operating Income

₩272.2B

Revenue

₩15.6T

Peer Comparison

Country		Company	Market Cap	Operating Margin
KR		Lotte Corp KRX:004990	2.4T KRW	Loading...
US		General Electric Co NYSE:GE	317.6B USD	Loading...
DE		Siemens AG XETRA:SIE	200.3B EUR	Loading...
JP		Hitachi Ltd TSE:6501	24.3T JPY	Loading...
US		Honeywell International Inc NASDAQ:HON	145.1B USD	Loading...
US		3M Co NYSE:MMM	82.4B USD	Loading...
CN		CITIC Ltd HKEX:267	365.1B HKD	Loading...
US	R	Roper Technologies Inc F:ROP	32.2B EUR	Loading...
KR		Samsung C&T Corp KRX:028260	49.7T KRW	Loading...
HK		CK Hutchison Holdings Ltd HKEX:1	241.9B HKD	Loading...
HK		Jardine Matheson Holdings Ltd SGX:J36	21.7B USD	Loading...

Market Distribution

Min	-163 055.6%
30th Percentile	-2.2%
Median	2.7%
70th Percentile	6.8%
Max	22 874.8%

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Market Cap

2.2T KRW

Industry

Industrial Conglomerates

Lotte Corporation, a cornerstone of South Korea's industrial fabric, has evolved from a modest chewing gum manufacturer in 1948 to a sprawling conglomerate with a distinct presence across diverse sectors. Founded by Shin Kyuk-ho in the aftermath of World War II, Lotte initially capitalized on the scarcity of consumer goods in Japan, where it quickly became a household name. The company deftly navigated the economic tides and cultural nuances, broadening its portfolio to encompass confectioneries, food and beverage, and further into retail, tourism, petrochemicals, and even finance. This diversification drive underscores Lotte's strategic intent to hedge risks and leverage cross-sector synergies, fostering a robust ecosystem that facilitates internal support and resilience against market fluctuations. Central to Lotte's business model is its proficiency in vertical integration and astute market positioning. Take, for instance, its command in the retail sector, where Lotte operates a network of department stores, supermarkets, and duty-free shops, drawing substantial foot traffic and revenue. These retail outlets not only serve as profitable commercial enterprises but also as influential platforms for cross-promoting other Lotte products, from food items to consumer electronics. Moreover, through its entertainment and hospitality divisions, the conglomerate taps into the lucrative tourism market, particularly in urban centers like Seoul, where its hotels and theme parks are both revenue generators and brand enhancers. By intertwining its operations across complementary industries, Lotte Corporation crafts a synergistic business model that fortifies its economic moats and sustains its growth trajectory.

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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.

Switching Costs: We assess whether customers face significant costs or disruptions when switching to a competitor’s product or service. High switching costs create customer stickiness and provide pricing power.

Intangible Assets: Strong brands, patents, and regulatory licenses can protect a company’s market position by creating barriers for competitors or enabling premium pricing. For example, a well-recognized consumer brand may command higher customer loyalty and margins.

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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