1. What Happened? Overview of Heungkuk F&B’s IR Event

Heungkuk F&B held an investor relations (IR) meeting on August 20, 2025, for domestic institutional investors. The main purpose of this IR was to explain the company’s current management status and future growth strategies, enhancing investor understanding.

2. Why is it Important? Heungkuk F&B’s Current Status and Future Strategies

Heungkuk F&B is preparing for a new leap forward by entering the liquor business in March 2024. The company has identified the liquor business as a key strategy to overcome the sluggish performance of its existing beverage business and achieve sustainable growth, and is making active investments. It is also focusing on strengthening the competitiveness of its existing business, such as developing premium products using HPP (High-Pressure Processing).

3. So What? Key Takeaways from the IR and Investor Impact

  • Financial Improvement: The company announced positive financial results, including a decrease in debt ratio, an increase in total equity, and a 45.8% surge in net profit.
  • Liquor Business: Having secured a liquor manufacturing license, Heungkuk F&B revealed its plan to launch the business in earnest in 2025. The specific business plans and market entry strategies attracted investor attention.
  • Existing Business: Strategies to address the decline in sales of RTD juices, coffee, and smoothies, and contract renewals with major clients like E-mart and BGF Retail were mentioned as crucial variables.

4. What Should Investors Do? Investment Strategies for Heungkuk F&B

This IR provided an opportunity to confirm the growth potential of Heungkuk F&B. Investors should pay close attention to the specific progress of the liquor business and turnaround strategies for the existing business. They should carefully review IR materials and future disclosures, analyze Heungkuk F&B’s mid-to-long-term growth potential, and develop appropriate investment strategies.