Douglas Research Insights

Douglas Research Insights

The Born Korea IPO Valuation Vs Recent M&A Valuation of Compose Coffee by Jollibee Foods

Douglas Kim's avatar
Douglas Kim
Sep 11, 2024
∙ Paid
  • In this insight, we compare the IPO valuation of The Born Korea (475560 KS) versus the recent M&A valuation of Compose Coffee by Jollibee Foods (JFC PM).

  • Using the recent M&A multiples of Compose Coffee by Jollibee Foods suggests an attractive upside to The Born Korea (relative to the IPO price range).

  • No other listed company in Korea has a restaurant business model that is consistently profitable, with strong balance sheet, and solid sales growth as The Born Korea.

User's avatar

Continue reading this post for free, courtesy of Douglas Kim.

Or purchase a paid subscription.
© 2026 Douglas Kim · Privacy ∙ Terms ∙ Collection notice
Start your SubstackGet the app
Substack is the home for great culture