Kakao Corp.
035720
Rank in Stocks
#2027
Based in South Korea, Kakao Corporation manages a diverse array of mobile and... Based in South Korea, Kakao Corporation manages a diverse array of mobile and internet-based platforms. These platforms encompass various ventures, including their messaging services, web portal activities, and additional enterprises. Through these offerings, users can engage in communication, discover information, conduct online shopping, process digital payments, and access utilities like mobile transportation solutions. Key brands associated with the company's services include Kakao, Daum, and Melon. Previously known as Daum Kakao Corp., the organization adopted its current name, Kakao Corp., in October 2015. Established in 1995, Kakao Corp. maintains its primary offices in Jeju, South Korea.
Share Price
$22.81
Market Cap
$10.09B
Change (1 day)
-2.18%
Change (1 year)
-46.38%
Country
KR
Trade Kakao Corp. (035720)
Category
Communication Services
Operating Margin for Kakao Corp. (035720)
Operating Margin as of October 2026 TTM: 11.27%
According to Kakao Corp. latest financial reports and stock price the company's current Operating Margin (TTM) is 11.27%. At the end of 2024 the company had an Operating Margin of 5.85%.
Operating Margin history for Kakao Corp. from 2007 to 2026
Operating Margin at the end of each year
| Year | Operating Margin | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 (TTM) | 11.27% | 24.39% |
| 2025 | 9.06% | 54.87% |
| 2024 | 5.85% | -4.10% |
| 2023 | 6.10% | -27.12% |
| 2022 | 8.37% | -15.88% |
| 2021 | 9.95% | -8.21% |
| 2020 | 10.84% | 60.83% |
| 2019 | 6.74% | 123.18% |
| 2018 | 3.02% | -63.96% |
| 2017 | 8.38% | 5.67% |
| 2016 | 7.93% | -16.53% |
| 2015 | 9.50% | -73.14% |
| 2014 | 35.37% | 129.53% |
| 2013 | 15.41% | -31.33% |
| 2012 | 22.44% | -16.95% |
| 2011 | 27.02% | -4.39% |
| 2010 | 28.26% | 76.07% |
| 2009 | 16.05% | 2.75% |
| 2008 | 15.62% | -34.94% |
| 2007 | 24.01% | 0.00% |
Operating Margin for similar companies or competitors
| Company | Operating Margin | Operating Margin Difference | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33.15% | -97.06% |
US
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| 38.08% | -96.62% |
US
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| 32.65% | -97.10% |
CN
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| 14.65% | -98.70% |
SE
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| 6.34% | -99.44% |
US
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What is a company's Operating Margin?
The operating margin is a key indicator to assess the profitability of a company. Higher operating margins are generaly better as they show that a company is able to sell its products or services for much more than their production costs. The operating margin is calculated by dividing a company's earnings by its revenue.