- ISIN
- US78440P3064
- CUSIP
- 78440P306
- Sector
- Communication Services
- Industry
- Telecom Services
- IPO Date
- Jun 27, 1996
Highlights
- Market Cap
- $12.58B
- Enterprise Value
- $19.48B
- EPS (TTM)
- ₩115.81
- PE Ratio
- 443.69
- Total Revenue (TTM)
- ₩12.65T
- Gross Profit (TTM)
- ₩11.53T
- EBITDA (TTM)
- ₩3.16T
- Year Range
- $19.66 - $47.18
- ROA (TTM)
- 0.15%
- ROE (TTM)
- 0.35%
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Performance
SKM Performance Chart
SK Telecom Co.,Ltd (SKM) is up 62.9% since the beginning of the year. At $33 per share, SKM is trading 29.1% below its 52-week high of $47. Investors who bought $1,000 worth of SKM shares 5 years ago would now be looking at an investment worth $1,375.
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Returns By Period
SK Telecom Co.,Ltd (SKM) has returned 62.93% so far this year and 50.74% over the past 12 months. Over the last ten years, SKM has returned 9.08% per year, falling short of the S&P 500 Index benchmark, which averaged 13.71% annually.
SK Telecom Co.,Ltd
- 1D
- -2.76%
- 1M
- -11.41%
- YTD
- 62.93%
- 6M
- 68.09%
- 1Y
- 50.74%
- 3Y*
- 25.22%
- 5Y*
- 6.57%
- 10Y*
- 9.08%
Benchmark (S&P 500 Index)
- 1D
- -1.44%
- 1M
- -1.45%
- YTD
- 7.60%
- 6M
- 6.59%
- 1Y
- 22.24%
- 3Y*
- 19.20%
- 5Y*
- 11.54%
- 10Y*
- 13.71%
SKM Monthly Returns History
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Jun 27, 1996, SKM's average daily return is +0.05%, while the average monthly return is +1.05%. At this rate, an investment would double in approximately 5.5 years.
Historically, 53% of months were positive and 47% were negative. The best month was Nov 1999 with a return of +80.4%, while the worst month was Oct 1997 at -38.9%. The longest winning streak lasted 8 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 5 months.
On a daily basis, SKM closed higher 49% of trading days. The best single day was Nov 3, 1997 with a return of +25.1%, while the worst single day was Oct 27, 1997 at -17.2%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 37.31% | 7.63% | -3.46% | 27.72% | -0.19% | -10.42% | 62.93% | ||||||
| 2025 | 1.38% | 4.53% | -2.88% | 1.55% | -3.32% | 13.68% | -4.97% | -1.45% | 0.28% | -6.44% | -0.10% | 1.68% | 2.55% |
| 2024 | -2.10% | 4.53% | -0.04% | -5.24% | 1.22% | 2.87% | 7.17% | 2.67% | 4.62% | -4.25% | 6.41% | -13.13% | 2.85% |
| 2023 | 3.01% | -10.28% | 9.59% | -3.66% | 5.77% | -5.00% | 2.87% | 0.05% | 8.65% | -5.59% | 11.06% | -2.96% | 11.56% |
| 2022 | -1.61% | -4.46% | 3.62% | -2.38% | 2.20% | -11.36% | 2.73% | -6.89% | -8.16% | 1.56% | 9.66% | -2.42% | -17.77% |
| 2021 | -1.31% | -0.33% | 13.08% | 10.32% | 6.66% | -1.22% | -7.45% | -0.96% | 5.39% | -3.65% | -3.72% | -1.09% | 14.59% |
Benchmark Metrics
SK Telecom Co.,Ltd has an annualized alpha of 5.82%, beta of 0.80, and R2 of 0.14 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since June 27, 1996.
- This stock participated in 119.17% of S&P 500 Index downside but only 110.00% of its upside - more exposed to losses than it benefited from rallies.
- R2 of 0.14 means this stock moves largely independently of S&P 500 Index - capture ratios reflect limited market correlation rather than active downside protection. Consider using a more representative benchmark.
- Alpha
- 5.82%
- Beta
- 0.80
- R²
- 0.14
- Upside Capture
- 110.00%
- Downside Capture
- 119.17%
Return for Risk
Risk / Return Rank
SKM ranks 76 for risk / return — better than 76% of stocks on our site. You're getting solid returns for the risk taken. A good sign, especially for investors who want growth without excessive volatility.
Return / Risk — by metrics
The table below present risk-adjusted performance metrics for SK Telecom Co.,Ltd (SKM) and compare them to S&P 500 Index.
Values are calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. Risk-adjusted metrics are more stable over longer periods — use the period switch above to explore them.
| SKM | Benchmark | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | -0.60 | ||
| Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | -0.51 | ||
| Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.27 | 1.32 | -0.05 |
| Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 1.87 | 2.46 | -0.59 |
| Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 5.23 | 10.92 | -5.69 |
Dividends
Dividend History
SK Telecom Co.,Ltd provided a 1.00% dividend yield over the last twelve months, with an annual payout of $0.33 per share.
| Period | TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend | $0.33 | $1.07 | $1.00 | $1.47 | $1.40 | $20.78 | $0.15 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.16 | $1.61 | $1.59 |
Dividend yield | 1.00% | 5.22% | 4.76% | 6.86% | 6.81% | 77.93% | 0.38% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.35% | 4.68% | 4.78% |
Monthly Dividends
The table displays the monthly dividend distributions for SK Telecom Co.,Ltd. The dividends shown in the table have been adjusted to account for any splits that may have occurred.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | ||||||
| 2025 | $0.00 | $0.41 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.33 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.33 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $1.07 |
| 2024 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.34 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.34 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.33 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $1.00 |
| 2023 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.35 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.35 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.35 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.42 | $1.47 |
| 2022 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.36 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.35 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.35 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.34 | $1.40 |
| 2021 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.40 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.39 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $20.00 | $20.78 |
Dividend Yield & Payout
Dividend Yield
SK Telecom Co.,Ltd has a dividend yield of 1.00%, which signifies it pays a smaller percentage of its stock price in dividends to its shareholders compared to other companies in the market.
Payout Ratio
SK Telecom Co.,Ltd has a payout ratio of 1,430.25%, which is above the market average. This might signify the company's strong earnings or financial health. However, it could also hint at a more mature business phase with potentially slower growth.
Drawdowns
Drawdowns Chart
The Drawdowns chart displays portfolio losses from any high point along the way. Drawdowns are calculated considering price movements and all distributions paid, if any.
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Worst Drawdowns
The table below displays the maximum drawdowns of the SK Telecom Co.,Ltd. A maximum drawdown is a measure of risk, indicating the largest reduction in portfolio value due to a series of losing trades.
The maximum drawdown for the SK Telecom Co.,Ltd was 74.42%, occurring on Mar 12, 2003. Recovery took 2880 trading sessions.
The current SK Telecom Co.,Ltd drawdown is 27.28%.
Related event | Drawdown | Fall | Recovery | Underwater |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2003 bear market2003 | -74.42%Mar 2003 | 3y 9d | 11y 5mo | 14y 5moMar 2000 - Aug 2014 |
1997 bear market1997 | -72.78%Dec 1997 | 1y 4mo | 1y 6mo | 2y 11moJul 1996 - Jul 1999 |
COVID crash2020 | -49.83%Mar 2020 | 2y 2mo | 1y 21d | 3y 2moJan 2018 - Apr 2021 |
1999 bear market1999 | -45.44%Sep 1999 | 2mo 19d | 1mo 17d | 4mo 6dJul 1999 - Nov 1999 |
2016 bear market2016 | -39.22%Jan 2016 | 1y 3mo | 1y 10mo | 3y 2moSep 2014 - Dec 2017 |
Drawdown Indicators
| SKM | Benchmark | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Max DrawdownLargest peak-to-trough decline | -74.42% | -56.78% | -17.64% |
Max Drawdown (1Y)Largest decline over 1 year | -27.28% | -9.10% | -18.18% |
Max Drawdown (3Y)Largest decline over 3 years | -27.28% | -18.90% | -8.38% |
Max Drawdown (5Y)Largest decline over 5 years | -35.68% | -25.43% | -10.25% |
Max Drawdown (10Y)Largest decline over 10 years | -49.83% | -33.92% | -15.91% |
Current DrawdownCurrent decline from peak | -27.28% | -3.21% | -24.07% |
Average DrawdownAverage peak-to-trough decline | -36.15% | -10.71% | -25.44% |
Ulcer IndexDepth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks | 9.73% | 2.04% | +7.69% |
Volatility
Volatility Chart
The chart below shows the rolling one-month volatility.
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Financials
Financial Performance
The chart below illustrates the trends in the financial health of SK Telecom Co.,Ltd over time, highlighting three key metrics: Total Revenue, Earnings Before Interest and Taxes (EBIT), and Net Income.
Valuation
The Valuation section provides an overview of how SK Telecom Co.,Ltd is priced in the market compared to other companies in the Telecom Services industry. It includes key financial ratios that help investors assess whether the stock is undervalued or overvalued.
PE Ratio
The chart displays the Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio for SKM, comparing it with other companies in the Telecom Services industry. Currently, SKM has a P/E ratio of 443.7. This P/E ratio is significantly higher than those of industry peers. This could indicate that the stock is overvalued or that investors expect strong future growth.
PS Ratio
This chart shows the Price-to-Sales (P/S) ratio for SKM relative to other companies in the Telecom Services industry. Currently, SKM has a P/S ratio of 1.6. This P/S ratio falls within the average range for the industry, suggesting the stock is fairly valued based on its revenue.
PB Ratio
The chart illustrates the Price-to-Book (P/B) ratio for SKM in comparison with other companies in the Telecom Services industry. Currently, SKM has a P/B value of 1.5. This P/B ratio is low compared to industry peers. It might indicate the stock is undervalued or that the company’s assets are not expected to generate strong returns.
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