SK Telecom Co., Ltd. SKM
- Market cap
- $13.7B
- P/E
- 60.3×
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Analyst price targets
Free account| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | |
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| 28.86 | 33.67 | 37.33 | 34.96 | 23.18 | 26.56 | 18.32 | 18.26 | 19.88 | 19.66 |
Analyst estimates 2026–2028 Powerpack |
Low Price
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| 38.17 | 47.38 | 47.73 | 45.54 | 41.61 | 55.34 | 28.10 | 22.61 | 24.58 | 23.80 |
High Price
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| 25,844 | 30,608 | 39,909 | 40,543 | 41,097 | 24,125 | 5,036 | 26,195 | 24,224 | 22,723 |
Employees
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| 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Revenue/Emp
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| 15,443 | 15,797 | 15,421 | 14,278 | 14,979 | 15,178 | 12,153 | 14,127 | 12,609 | 12,089 |
Revenue
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| 81.43% | 82.32% | 82.80% | 83.98% | 85.72% | 86.79% | 87.03% | 87.43% | 87.32% | 87.42% |
Gross Margin
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| 1,887 | 3,063 | 3,618 | 930 | 1,502 | 1,546 | 865 | 1,191 | 1,233 | 506 |
EBT
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| 12.22% | 19.39% | 23.46% | 6.51% | 10.02% | 10.19% | 7.12% | 8.43% | 9.78% | 4.18% |
EBT Margin
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| 1,494 | 2,392 | 2,850 | 690 | 1,200 | 2,177 | 663 | 917 | 971 | 263 |
Net Income
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| — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Depreciation | |||
| 40.01 | 40.88 | 39.94 | 36.24 | 37.64 | 25.36 | 31.00 | 36.15 | 32.94 | 31.56 |
Revenue/Sh
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| 3.87 | 6.03 | 7.34 | 1.89 | 3.18 | 0.70 | 1.69 | 2.11 | 2.45 | 0.71 |
Earnings/Sh
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| 9.89 | 8.98 | 10.21 | 8.09 | 11.70 | 7.57 | 9.21 | 10.13 | 9.30 | 7.17 |
Cash Flow/Sh
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| (7.20) | (6.58) | (7.62) | (7.09) | (7.13) | (4.86) | (5.42) | (6.27) | (4.53) | (3.79) |
Capex/Sh
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| 2.70 | 2.40 | 2.60 | 1.01 | 4.58 | 2.71 | 3.79 | 3.86 | 4.77 | 3.38 |
Free CF/Sh
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| 37.58 | 42.00 | 52.68 | 46.35 | 49.04 | 18.55 | 21.70 | 25.03 | 21.63 | 23.68 |
Book Value/Sh
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| 386 | 386 | 386 | 394 | 398 | 598 | 392 | 391 | 383 | 383 |
Shares
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| 9.34 | 7.58 | 5.96 | 17.42 | 12.89 | 6.37 | 12.19 | 9.21 | 8.59 | 30.09 |
PE Ratio
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| 0.85 | 1.13 | 1.11 | 0.96 | 1.07 | 1.05 | 0.67 | 0.58 | 0.64 | 0.65 |
PS Ratio
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| 0.90 | 1.10 | 0.84 | 0.77 | 0.82 | 1.44 | 0.95 | 0.84 | 0.97 | 0.87 |
PB Ratio
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| 1.16 | 1.42 | 1.51 | 1.47 | 1.48 | 1.49 | 1.07 | 1.00 | 1.00 | 1.06 |
EV/Sales
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| 17.18 | 24.20 | 23.21 | 17.67 | 12.18 | 13.98 | 8.75 | 9.34 | 6.93 | 9.87 |
EV/FCF
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| 3,819 | 3,470 | 3,943 | 3,189 | 4,658 | 4,528 | 3,612 | 3,958 | 3,561 | 2,747 |
Op' Cash Flow
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| (2,778) | (2,541) | (2,941) | (2,793) | (2,836) | (2,909) | (2,125) | (2,451) | (1,736) | (1,451) |
Capex
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| 1,041 | 929 | 1,002 | 396 | 1,821 | 1,619 | 1,487 | 1,507 | 1,825 | 1,296 |
FCF
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| (403) | (817) | 1,011 | 252 | 478 | (547) | (579) | (327) | (1,223) | 138 |
Working Cap'
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| 6,630 | 6,605 | 8,710 | 8,195 | 8,487 | 7,939 | 6,412 | 7,235 | 6,319 | 6,102 |
Total Debt
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| 4,757 | 4,608 | 6,210 | 6,359 | 6,122 | 6,664 | 4,928 | 5,828 | 4,592 | 4,923 |
Net Debt
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| 14,505 | 16,226 | 20,338 | 18,259 | 19,517 | 11,102 | 8,509 | 9,783 | 8,279 | 9,069 |
Sh' Equity
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| 5.58% | 7.98% | 8.25% | 1.89% | 3.25% | 6.51% | 2.57% | 3.74% | 3.79% | 1.28% |
ROA
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| 3.81% | 3.31% | 1.79% | 2.03% | 2.15% | 4.54% | 5.19% | 5.63% | 5.75% | 3.28% |
ROIC
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| 10.62% | 15.13% | 15.49% | 3.63% | 6.37% | 14.07% | 6.51% | 9.41% | 9.54% | 3.14% |
ROE
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SK Telecom Co., Ltd. (SKM) key facts
- SK Telecom Co., Ltd. (SKM) is a Telecom Services company in the Communication Services sector, traded in the US as an ADR.
- SK Telecom Co., Ltd.’s revenue for fiscal 2025 (year ended December 2025) was KRW 12.1 billion, down 4.13% from fiscal 2024.
- As of September 25, 2026, SKM traded at $36.30, a market capitalization of $13.7 billion.
- SK Telecom Co., Ltd. pays an annual dividend of $1.39 per share, a yield of 6.37%, with a payout ratio of 69.0%.
- Return on equity was 3.14% and debt-to-equity 0.56.
SK Telecom Co., Ltd. (SKM) Latest News
28 Aug
SK Telecom spins off SK Horizon to act as dedicated AI growth engine for SKM. SK Horizon spinoff represents major strategic AI move likely to alter SKM trajectory and investor sentiment.
KKR and IMM back SK Telecom's new AI data centre unit with $2.23bn investment. $2.23bn investment in AI data centre unit drives major strategic expansion for SK Telecom.
27 Aug
SK Telecom launches SK Horizon, an AI data center infrastructure company, and secures investments from KKR and IMM. SK Telecom's launch of SK Horizon with KKR and IMM backing represents a major strategic expansion into AI infrastructure.
SK Telecom launches SK Horizon AI data center infrastructure company and secures investments from KKR and IMM. Launch of SK Horizon backed by KKR and IMM investments marks major expansion into AI data centers.
9 Aug
SK Telecom released Q2 earnings call highlights covering financial results, subscriber metrics, and strategic updates on 5G and AI initiatives. Quarterly earnings highlights deliver routine financial and operational updates that may sway near-term sentiment but rarely alter long-term company trajectory.
5 Aug
SK Telecom Co Ltd Q2 2026 earnings call highlighted AIDC expansion driving 67% growth in relevant segments alongside core telecom performance updates. AIDC expansion represents a major strategic initiative that can significantly shift SK Telecom's growth trajectory and investor outlook.
27 Jul
Nvidia forms over $500 billion AI infrastructure partnership with SK Group including SK Telecom. Half-trillion-dollar Nvidia AI deal directly elevates SK Telecom's technology role and valuation outlook.
SK Group signed a $500 billion deal with Nvidia for AI infrastructure. The $500 billion Nvidia AI infrastructure deal will fundamentally redefine SK Group's competitive position and long-term prospects.
25 Jul
SK Group expands strategic partnership with NVIDIA to develop AI factories and next-generation memory solutions, directly advancing SK Telecom operations in AI infrastructure. NVIDIA partnership on AI factories and memory tech drives major strategic growth for SK Telecom in AI and semiconductors.
24 Jul
Nvidia will invest $1 billion in Naver and expand its partnership accord with SK Group, encompassing SK Telecom operations and collaborations. Expanded Nvidia accord delivers major strategic technology and investment benefits to SK Group and SK Telecom.
9 Jul
SK Telecom (SKM) announces plans to develop 15GW AI data center capacity. Major AI data center expansion signals significant strategic shift with strong potential to alter SK Telecom's growth trajectory and investor outlook.
4 Jul
SK Telecom pursues 15GW AI data center buildout to become Asia's AI infrastructure hub. SK Telecom's 15GW AI data center buildout represents a transformative move to dominate Asia's AI infrastructure market.
11 Jun
NVIDIA is positioned as a long-term buy due to expanding business ties in Korea with SK Telecom. Growing Korea business ties with NVIDIA may moderately lift SK Telecom's operations and sentiment.
10 Jun
Nvidia valuation faces review after major South Korea AI memory and data center agreements involving local partners. South Korea AI infrastructure deals expand SK Telecom role in data centers and memory supply, lifting its growth trajectory.
8 Jun
NVIDIA Korea deals connect AI factory memory supply chains to SK Telecom growth trajectory via expanded partnerships and capacity commitments. NVIDIA Korea AI factory memory deals directly strengthen SK Telecom supply position and long-term revenue outlook.
Nvidia forms new AI partnerships in South Korea that include SK Telecom to advance joint artificial intelligence projects and expand regional technology collaboration. New Nvidia AI partnerships give SK Telecom direct access to advanced technology that can accelerate its AI offerings and improve long-term competitiveness.
Nvidia has clinched deals with South Korean giants including SK Telecom to advance the AI boom. Nvidia AI deals position SK Telecom for major strategic gains in technology and market positioning.
Nvidia signed multi-year AI infrastructure deals with Korean firms including SK Telecom. Multi-year Nvidia AI infrastructure deals strengthen SK Telecom's technology capabilities and competitive stance.
7 Jun
Nvidia unveiled AI infrastructure deals in South Korea involving SK Telecom Co., Ltd. Nvidia AI infrastructure partnership strengthens SK Telecom's position in data centers and AI services.
SK Telecom partners with NVIDIA to build AI infrastructure powering Korea's AI innovation. NVIDIA partnership creates major AI infrastructure for SK Telecom boosting long-term tech positioning and growth outlook.
2 Jun
SK Telecom (SKM) stock reaches a 4-year high potentially linked to Nvidia developments. Stock hitting multi-year high with Nvidia connection can moderately lift near-term sentiment and valuation.
23 Apr
SK Group establishes foundation for AI collaboration with Vietnam, positioning SK Telecom for expanded international partnerships and AI-driven growth. AI collaboration foundation with Vietnam represents a major strategic move enhancing SKM's global competitiveness and AI innovation pipeline.
20 Apr
Arm Holdings (ARM) shares rose 5.8% after announcing a new telco-focused AI server collaboration involving SK Telecom (SKM), highlighting SKM's push into AI infrastructure for telecom operations. Telco-focused AI server collaboration with Arm marks a major strategic initiative enhancing SK Telecom's AI capabilities and competitive positioning in telecom innovation.
15 Apr
Arm announces alliances with SK Telecom and IBM to advance AI initiatives, spotlighting the valuation potential of AI technologies amid growing market interest. Strategic AI partnerships with Arm and IBM represent major moves that could significantly boost SK Telecom's innovation, competitive edge, and investor sentiment.
10 Apr
Rebellions announces collaboration with SK Telecom and Arm to target sovereign AI solutions and advanced telecom infrastructure. Strategic partnership with Rebellions and Arm bolsters SK Telecom's AI capabilities and telecom infrastructure, potentially driving long-term growth and competitive advantage.
24 Mar
SK Telecom emerges as the dark horse in the AI race, leveraging telecom infrastructure and investments to challenge global tech giants with advanced AI models, data centers, and partnerships. SK Telecom's AI initiatives represent major strategic moves that could significantly enhance its competitive positioning and long-term market performance.
20 Mar
SK Telecom partners in AI data center collaboration to strengthen its global technology leadership. AI data center collaboration marks a major strategic push into high-growth tech sector, likely boosting SK Telecom's competitive edge and investor sentiment.
4 Mar
Qualcomm leads a new global coalition to accelerate 6G development, with SK Telecom joining as a key partner alongside other telecom operators and tech firms. SK Telecom's involvement in Qualcomm's 6G coalition represents a major strategic move enhancing its long-term innovation and competitive edge in next-gen networks.
3 Mar
SK Telecom, Supermicro, and Schneider Electric signed a Memorandum of Understanding to deliver comprehensive solutions for AI data center deployment. The MOU enables SK Telecom to enter the booming AI data center sector via collaboration with leading hardware and infrastructure providers.
SK Telecom Co., Ltd. (SKM) and Panmnesia signed a partnership to innovate AI data center architecture, focusing on enhancing cost efficiency and performance. Strategic partnership positions SK Telecom as a key player in AI data center innovation, potentially boosting long-term competitiveness and investor interest.