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KT Corporation targets ROE growth and asset monetization to boost shareholder returns and valuation.

Analyst Insights
01 Oct 2026
Seeking Alpha
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Bullish
KT Corporation targets ROE growth and asset monetization to boost shareholder returns and valuation.

KT Corporation is maintaining a Buy rating with plans to increase its Return on Equity (ROE) from 8.3% to between 9% and 10% by fiscal year 2028. The company is monetizing non-core assets, including real estate valued at approximately ₩15.1 trillion, which is over three times its book value. KT is also focusing on margin improvements and growth driven by AI, particularly in AI Data Centers, while continuing digital transformation efforts. Shareholders benefit from generous returns through buybacks and dividends, offering a high single-digit yield. These strategic moves aim to justify a higher valuation and enhance shareholder value.

KT Corporation's plan to raise its Return on Equity from 8.3% to between 9% and 10% by 2028 provides context for readers. For those following the Technology sector, here is Pluang's market snapshot as of Oct 01, 2026 19:51 WIB: out of 150 priced US tech stocks, 124 rose and 22 fell. Notable movers include IBM at USD 232.26 (+5.61%), Gartner Inc at USD 195.90 (+5.02%), and Atlassian Corporation PLC at USD 186.99 (+4.29%).

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