SK Telecom Co., Ltd.
SKMCommunication ServicesNASDAQTelecom Services
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Daily timeframeSK Telecom Co., Ltd. engages in the provision of wireless telecommunication services in South Korea. At a $14.33B market cap, SK Telecom Co., Ltd. ranks as a large-cap company within communication services. The company operates through three segments: Cellular Services, Fixed-Line Telecommunications Services, and Other Businesses.
Market Cap
$14.33B
Beta
0.67
P/E (TTM)
55.73
P/E (Fwd)
16.08
EPS (TTM)
$0.67
EPS (Fwd)
$2.32
ROE
2.6%
ROA
2.2%
Cash
$1.77T
Total Debt
$10.31T
Free CF
$386.84B
52W Change
80.6%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
SK Telecom Co., Ltd. carries $10.31T in total debt against $1.77T in cash reserves — debt is roughly 5.8x the cash position. Managing this leverage effectively will be important for long-term financial stability. The company generates $386.84B in free cash flow annually, which funds everything from R&D to shareholder returns without needing external financing. Return on equity stands at 2.6%, which is modest for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. ROA of 2.2% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has been relatively flat, moving from $17.30T (2022) to $17.10T (2025).
With a beta below 0.7, SK Telecom Co., Ltd. typically sees smaller price swings than the overall market, offering a degree of stability during turbulent periods. SK Telecom Co., Ltd. carries a heavier debt load relative to its cash position, which introduces financial risk that investors should weigh. At over 50x earnings, SKM carries valuation risk — any slowdown in growth expectations could lead to meaningful price adjustments. It is important to consider these factors alongside broader market conditions and individual financial goals when reviewing SKM.