PER, EPS, PBR and BPS are calculated in-house from the last 4 quarters (2025Q3–2026Q2) · Dividend yield is based on ₩35 per share · Prices as of the 2026-10-02 close
As the LCD panel business faces structural slowdown, the automotive die-casting division has helped the company return to annual net profit in 2025, though quarterly earnings volatility has widened again in 2026.
2025 consolidated revenue was KRW 721.8bn (-1.5%), operating profit KRW 17.1bn (+56.5%), with owners' net income turning positive at KRW 6.0bn.
In Q1 and Q2 2026, operating profit swung sharply; Q2 posted an operating loss of about KRW 2.1bn while net income to owners was still positive at KRW 3.6bn, showing a gap between operating and net results.
The display division faces structural pressure from large-scale Chinese LCD panel capacity expansion and OLED substitution.
The automotive division holds roughly a 50% market share in domestic die-casting components for eco-friendly vehicles.
The stock trades at a discount to book value and near the lower end of its historical earnings-multiple band.
Inzi Display operates two core divisions: display and automotive. The display division produces TOP/BTM chassis and backlight unit (BLU) components used in TFT-LCD panel modules, with its main customer reported to be Samsung Electronics.
The automotive division manufactures aluminum die-casting parts for engines and transmissions, and has been expanding into eco-friendly vehicle components such as EV and hybrid parts.
The company established overseas subsidiaries in China (2003), the Americas (2010), and Vietnam (2015) to build a global production and supply network. It reportedly holds around a 50% market share among domestic die-casting suppliers of eco-friendly vehicle components.
In 2024, the company underwent a corporate restructuring that created a new entity, Inzi AMT, through a spin-off.
The display division operates on a forecast-and-order system (SLJ) that converts orders into revenue within a short cycle, whereas the automotive division wins business through project-by-project bidding with automakers, giving the two divisions different revenue visibility and risk profiles.
Aluminum die-casting is described as a technology- and capital-intensive process with high entry barriers, limiting the number of competitors.
Looking ahead, the company has outlined plans to expand into next-generation display products such as OLED, flexible displays, and Micro LED, alongside growth in EV battery components, to increase the weight of eco-friendly automotive parts within its portfolio.
| Quarter | Revenue | Operating profit | Op. margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025Q2 | ₩179B | ₩5.3B | 2.9% |
| 2025Q3 | ₩191.2B | ₩5.8B | 3.0% |
| 2025Q4 | ₩158.5B | -₩20,815,333 | −0.0% |
| 2026Q1 | ₩164.2B | ₩400M | 0.2% |
| 2026Q2 | ₩164B | -₩2.1B | −1.3% |
| Year | Revenue | Operating profit | Net income (parent) | Op. margin | ROE | Debt-to-equity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | ₩701B | ₩11.4B | -₩1.3B | 1.6% | −0.8% | 140.5% |
| 2023 | ₩687.3B | ₩5.3B | ₩9.8B | 0.8% | 5.5% | 133.7% |
| 2024 | ₩732.7B | ₩10.9B | -₩2.5B | 1.5% | −1.4% | 140.1% |
| 2025 | ₩721.8B | ₩17.1B | ₩6B | 2.4% | 3.3% | 125.9% |
Consolidated basis (financial statements including subsidiaries) · Final figures from DART filings · Net income attributable to owners of the parent · Data as of 2026-08-23
Consolidated revenue fell from KRW 701.0bn in 2022 to KRW 687.3bn in 2023, rose to KRW 732.7bn in 2024, then declined 1.5% to KRW 721.8bn in 2025.
Operating profit dropped sharply from KRW 11.37bn in 2022 to KRW 5.26bn in 2023, then recovered to KRW 10.93bn in 2024 and KRW 17.10bn in 2025, lifting the operating margin from 0.8% in 2023 to 2.4% in 2025.
Net income attributable to owners swung from -KRW 1.33bn in 2022 to KRW 9.79bn in 2023, back to -KRW 2.47bn in 2024, before turning positive at KRW 6.04bn in 2025.
On a quarterly basis, Q3 2025 (revenue KRW 191.2bn, operating profit KRW 5.80bn, owners' net income KRW 3.39bn) was the strongest of the last five quarters, but Q4 2025 saw revenue fall to KRW 158.5bn, operating profit slip to roughly breakeven at -KRW 0.02bn, and net income turn negative at -KRW 1.34bn.
The loss trend continued into Q1 2026 (revenue KRW 164.2bn, operating profit KRW 0.39bn, net income -KRW 0.18bn), and in Q2 2026 (revenue KRW 164.0bn) the operating loss widened to -KRW 2.11bn even as owners' net income turned positive at KRW 3.65bn, creating a divergence between operating and net results.
This is presumed to reflect non-operating factors, though the specific details could not be confirmed through available sources.
Over the most recent four quarters (Q3 2025 through Q2 2026), combined owners' net income was roughly KRW 5.51bn, a level that still does not represent a full recovery relative to prior annual performance.
The LCD TV panel market that underpins the display division is under structural pressure from large-scale Chinese production capacity and the ongoing shift to OLED. This has been cited as the main driver behind the decline in display division sales and the Q1 2026 earnings slowdown.
In contrast, the die-casting market linked to the automotive division carries growth expectations tied to the electric vehicle-driven 'megacasting' trend.
Hyundai Motor plans to apply this technology to EV mass production starting in 2026 under its own branded process, Toyota has also signaled technology adoption in 2026, and Volvo has stated it began megacasting-based production in 2025.
Consultancy Roland Berger has projected the overall die-casting market growing from roughly $76 billion to more than $100 billion by 2026.
However, these large-scale megacasting investments are concentrated among automakers and major parts suppliers, meaning Inzi Display's automotive division, as a small-to-mid-sized die-casting supplier, is more likely on a gradual growth path built on existing engine and transmission parts plus expanding eco-friendly vehicle component supply.
The diverging cycles of the two divisions—a declining display business versus an early-stage growth automotive die-casting business—are the key variable shaping the company's overall earnings direction.
The company has outlined a direction of increasing the share of eco-friendly automotive components through next-generation display product development (OLED, flexible displays, Micro LED) and expansion into EV battery parts.
The structural forces facing the display division—Chinese LCD oversupply and OLED substitution—appear unlikely to reverse quickly, leaving seasonal TV panel demand patterns in the second half as a key swing factor for results.
Because the automotive division wins business through project-based bidding with automakers, confirmation of new eco-friendly vehicle component projects will be central to future revenue growth.
Given that operating profit swung sharply in both Q1 and Q2 2026, whether operating results return to a stable profit trend in the second half and beyond is an important point to watch.
No specific new order contracts, capacity expansion plans, or explicit company guidance could be confirmed through available sources at this time.
If the company continues to diversify its customer base and improve cost efficiency across its global production bases in China, the Americas, and Vietnam, the automotive division's earnings contribution could gradually increase.
Relative to the combined net income of the most recent four quarters, the current share price appears to sit near the lower end of the multi-year earnings-based trading band.
Against net asset value, the stock trades at a level meaningfully below book value per share, a pattern not unrelated to the volatility of a business that has swung between losses and profits over the years.
Dividends have continued at a fairly consistent level each year, and the payout appears to have remained in place even through the recent recovery phase.
However, given the wider swings in quarterly operating results seen through 2026, the qualitative aspect of earnings—particularly the gap between operating profit and net income—warrants attention alongside headline multiples.
The company's small market capitalization and limited trading liquidity are also factors worth considering when interpreting its valuation metrics.
PER, EPS, PBR and BPS are all calculated in-house (the same method as Naver and Toss) · Dividend yield = cash dividend per share from DART filings (supplemented by KRX) ÷ current price · As of 2026-08-23
The automotive division holds roughly a 50% share of the domestic die-casting parts market for eco-friendly vehicles, positioning it to benefit from structural demand growth as EVs and hybrids expand.
Die-casting is a technology- and capital-intensive process with relatively high entry barriers, limiting the number of competitors. A meaningful part of the 2025 earnings improvement is attributed to profitability gains in the automotive division.
Consolidated operating profit reached KRW 17.1bn in 2025, up 56.5% year-over-year, and owners' net income turned positive at KRW 6.0bn. Profitability improved even as revenue declined slightly, suggesting shifts in cost structure or business mix.
Should the multi-year pattern of alternating losses and profits stabilize, it could support improved financial health.
The company's overseas subsidiary network spanning China (2003), the Americas (2010), and Vietnam (2015) can provide risk diversification through customer and regional spread. A structure that reduces dependence on any single country or customer can act as a buffer against market-specific shocks.
The display division's sales face persistent pressure as Chinese producers expand LCD panel capacity while the market simultaneously shifts to OLED. This structural factor was cited as the main cause of the sharp Q1 2026 earnings decline. Assessments suggest this trend is unlikely to reverse quickly.
After operating profit fell to near breakeven in Q4 2025, both Q1 and Q2 2026 saw large swings in operating results. Q2 2026 in particular recorded an operating loss while still posting positive net income, suggesting a heavy reliance on non-operating factors. This irregular earnings pattern increases the difficulty of forecasting results.
The company's market capitalization is small even within KOSDAQ, which can result in limited trading liquidity. The information asymmetry and price volatility typical of small-cap stocks should also be taken into account.
If the structural contraction of the LCD panel market continues, the decline in display division revenue could become prolonged.
Ongoing capacity expansion by Chinese producers and the pace of the shift to OLED remain key variables for future results, representing a fundamental risk of shrinkage in a division that accounts for a significant share of company revenue.
Fluctuations in raw material prices such as aluminum can directly affect the cost of die-casting components. With overseas operations in China, the Americas, and Vietnam, the company is also exposed to profit and loss swings from currency movements against the Korean won. These factors can contribute to volatility in non-operating results.
The display division is reportedly heavily dependent on revenue from a specific major customer, meaning shifts in that customer's demand directly affect results.
The automotive division's contracts are secured through project-by-project bidding with automakers, so revenue visibility can vary significantly depending on individual bidding outcomes.
The Q3 2026 quarterly report will show whether operating profit returns to positive territory and clarify the earnings direction of the display and automotive divisions separately.
The impact of Chinese LCD panel supply conditions and seasonal TV demand patterns on the display division's revenue and margins should be monitored continuously.
It will be worth checking whether the automotive division secures new eco-friendly vehicle component projects and the outcomes of automaker bidding processes.
The confirmed FY2026 annual results filing will indicate whether the dividend policy continues at a similar level.
Inzi Display operates two divisions with contrasting trajectories: a structurally declining LCD display business and an early-growth-stage eco-friendly vehicle die-casting automotive business.
In 2025, despite a slight revenue decline, operating profit rose 56.5% and owners' net income turned positive, confirming a profitability improvement.
However, operating results swung sharply in both Q1 and Q2 2026, and Q2 in particular saw an operating loss alongside positive net income, warranting further scrutiny of earnings quality. The stock trades below book value and, relative to recent earnings, near the lower end of its historical range.
Bullish factors include the company's high market share in eco-friendly vehicle parts and diversification through its global production footprint, while bearish factors include structural weakness in the display business, high quarterly earnings volatility, and liquidity constraints tied to its small market capitalization.
The upcoming Q3 results and any new automotive order wins will be important points to watch going forward. This report contains no investment opinion or buy/sell recommendation and is provided for informational purposes only.
Report written 2026-09-05 · Data as of 2026-09-04
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