LG Energy Solution Ltd
373220: XKRX (KOR)
| Morningstar Rating for Stocks | Fair Value | Economic Moat | Capital Allocation |
|---|---|---|---|
| KRW 664,378.00 | Tfhmb | Lypxqslj |
Largest Korean Battery Producer Expanding in American Market; Positive Outlook Mostly Priced In
Business Strategy and Outlook
LG Energy Solution, or LGES, was spun off from LG Chemical’s battery subsidiary in December 2020 and listed on the Korea Exchange in January 2022. LG Chemical retains around an 82% share of LGES. The company is one of the top lithium-ion rechargeable battery suppliers globally. It is the third-largest global battery maker for electric vehicles, or EVs, with 14% share in the first half of 2023, according to SNE Research. The company’s customers include many leading automakers such as Tesla, General Motors, Volkswagen, and Hyundai.