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STO

STO Q1 2026 Op. Loss 720M, Net Loss 1.23B Won; Shareholder Return Policy Set


  • Q1 2026 consolidated revenue 15.9B won, operating loss 720M won, net loss 1.23B won (widened from 1.09B loss in prior quarter)
  • Total borrowings 28.15B won, equity 21.17B won, net debt 25.15B won, debt-to-capital ratio 54.3% (high leverage)
  • Cash & equivalents increased to 3.01B won (from 869M at year-end), but operating losses persist
  • Basic EPS (loss) 101 won (vs 90 won loss in prior quarter)
  • Corporate bond credit rating BB (speculative grade) maintained
  • Mid-to-long-term shareholder return policy established in March 2026: target of returning at least 20% of consolidated net profit (actual return uncertain due to current losses)
  • Board approved treasury stock trust agreement on March 24, 2026 (expected to support stock price)
  • Subsidiary SLP (logistics) contributed equity-method profit of 66M won
  • Launch of women's brand UMEORA and expansion of multi-brand store URBAN WORKS, but no material contribution yet
  • Key risks: high debt, interest expense 650M won, persistent operating losses

KOSDAQ Filing Information


  • Filing: Quarterly Report (2026.03)
  • Company: STO (098660)
  • Submission: STO Co., Ltd.
  • Receipt: 05-15-2026