POSCO International recorded a consolidated operating profit of KRW 429 billion in the second quarter of this year, representing a 26.9% increase compared to the same period last year.

According to the preliminary consolidated financial statements released on the 30th, revenue for the second quarter of 2026 stood at KRW 9.6232 trillion, with an operating profit of KRW 429 billion.

■ Revenue & Operating Profit

Revenue increased by 14.4% compared to the previous quarter (KRW 8.4104 trillion) and by 18.4% year-on-year (KRW 8.1288 trillion). Operating profit rose 20.0% from the previous quarter (KRW 357.5 billion) and 26.9% from the same period last year (KRW 338.1 billion).

■ Net Income

Profit before income tax from continuing operations amounted to KRW 339.8 billion, up 0.9% from the previous quarter and 128.2% year-on-year. Net income for the period was KRW 247.3 billion, down 10.8% from the previous quarter but up 173.3% compared to the same period last year. Net income attributable to owners of the parent company was KRW 238.4 billion, a 10.2% decrease from the previous quarter but a 165.5% increase year-on-year.

■ First Half Cumulative

Cumulative revenue for the first half reached KRW 18.0336 trillion, up 10.9% year-on-year. Operating profit stood at KRW 786.5 billion (up 28.2%), and profit before income tax from continuing operations was KRW 676.7 billion (up 60.8%). Net income for the period was KRW 524.6 billion, up 78.3%, while net income attributable to owners of the parent company was KRW 503.8 billion, up 74.0%.

■ Non-Consolidated Basis

On a non-consolidated basis, second-quarter results showed revenue of KRW 7.9876 trillion, operating profit of KRW 276.4 billion, profit before income tax from continuing operations of KRW 216.4 billion, and net income for the period of KRW 167.4 billion.

Meanwhile, these figures are preliminary consolidated results prepared in accordance with the Korean International Financial Reporting Standards (K-IFRS). They are based on internal closing data that has not yet been reviewed by an external auditor and are subject to change.