1. What Happened? : Genisem’s H1 2025 Financial Performance

Genisem recorded sales of KRW 18.5 billion, operating profit of KRW 2.6 billion, and net income of KRW 1.4 billion in the first half of 2025. While the company successfully turned to profit in Q2 after a loss in Q1, sales, operating profit, and net income all decreased compared to the same period last year.

2. Why Did This Happen? : Analysis of Performance Fluctuations

The main reason for the decline in sales is the slowdown in the semiconductor industry, which has led to reduced investment by customer companies. On the other hand, the return to profitability is thanks to efforts to reduce fixed costs and increased sales in Q2. However, the still high inventory levels could weigh on future earnings.

3. So, What’s Next? : Future Outlook and Investment Strategies

Genisem is actively investing in R&D to secure future growth engines such as HBM and AI semiconductors, and is also focusing on expanding overseas markets such as Vietnam and China. However, uncertainties remain, such as the recovery of the semiconductor industry, exchange rate fluctuations, and interest rate hikes.

  • Short-term Investment Strategy: A conservative approach is necessary, closely monitoring signals of recovery in the semiconductor industry and announcements of orders/delivery plans.
  • Mid-to-Long-term Investment Strategy: Focus on the potential benefits from the growth of the HBM and AI semiconductor markets and the success of overseas market expansion strategies.

4. What Should Investors Do? : Key Checkpoints

Investors should continuously monitor Genisem’s future earnings improvement and the performance of its growth engine securing strategy. In particular, it is important to make investment decisions using key indicators such as semiconductor industry recovery, new equipment orders, and overseas market entry performance.