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Mar 31
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KT Q1 2025 Earnings Report
KT returned to profitability in Q1 2025, posting strong gains in operating income and EBITDA driven by AI/IT and real estate sales.
Key Takeaways
KT posted a net income of KRW 566.8B in Q1 2025, reversing the previous quarter’s loss. Operating income reached KRW 688.8B and EBITDA surged to KRW 1.66T, supported by strategic divestitures and AI-led growth.
Consolidated revenue reached KRW 6,845.1B, up 2.9% YoY.
Operating income turned positive at KRW 688.8B.
Net income recovered to KRW 566.8B after previous quarter loss.
EBITDA more than quadrupled QoQ to KRW 1,657.4B.
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Forward Guidance
KT plans to continue focusing on AI-driven business transformation and real estate development while optimizing profitability across core business lines.
Positive Outlook
- AI/IT revenue grew by 11.9% YoY.
- Strong contribution from real estate sales helped boost profitability.
- Major subsidiaries like kt cloud saw 42.2% YoY revenue growth.
- Partnerships with Microsoft and Palantir strengthen KT’s AI strategy.
- Quarterly dividend of KRW 600 per share announced (+20% YoY).
Challenges Ahead
- BC Card revenue declined 6.8% YoY due to macro uncertainty.
- Fixed line telephony continued to see subscriber losses.
- MVNO growth remains modest at 2.4% YoY.
- Labor cost remains elevated relative to prior year.
- Limited visibility on long-term impact of AI monetization strategy.