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Kumho Tire Co., Inc. scores 5/10 on the AskCyborg Cyborg Score (Mixed). Value play with turnaround potential if Chinese parent Doublestar executes operational synergies and cost controls. Kumho shows mixed fundamentals with analyst Buy consensus and low valuation multiples (P/E 3.83), but stock performance has significantly underperformed regional indices with a 52-week decline of approximately 50%. The company faces structural.

What is Kumho Tire Co., Inc.'s industry? Kumho Tire Co., Inc. (kumhotire.com) operates in Automotive Tires / Tire Manufacturing. AskCyborg classifies Kumho Tire Co., Inc. under Automotive Tires / Tire Manufacturing in its company registry.

Kumho Tire is a South Korean tire manufacturer founded in 1960, producing tires for passenger cars, SUVs, trucks, buses, and specialty applications globally. The company operates internationally across North America, ...

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Industry Automotive Tires / Tire Manufacturing
4 named competitors
2 recent developments
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Kumho Tire Co., Inc. Overview

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Kumho Tire is a South Korean tire manufacturer founded in 1960, producing tires for passenger cars, SUVs, trucks, buses, and specialty applications globally. The company operates internationally across North America, Europe, and Asia, maintaining a diversified product portfolio including winter tires, racing tires, and innovative performance solutions.

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Now majority-owned by Chinese conglomerate Doublestar since 2018, Kumho has positioned itself in the competitive global tire market through OEM partnerships (including Volkswagen Group) and extensive geographical reach. The company focuses on tire technology innovation and energy-efficient products while maintaining both tire and non-tire business divisions.

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Kumho competes in the global tire market against established manufacturers including Hankook Tire, Michelin, Goodyear, Pirelli, Bridgestone, and emerging Chinese competitors like Linglong. The company differentiates through OEM partnerships, specialized tire technology, and global distribution while leveraging Chinese parent company support.

Industry Context

Kumho Tire Co., Inc. operates in Automotive Tires / Tire Manufacturing.

Key facts

Founded: 1960 · Headquarters: Gwangju, South Korea · Employees: N/A · Revenue: N/A · Market cap: ₩1.0T (approximately $0.75B)

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  • Chinese ownership since 2018 by Doublestar provides capital access but may face Western market perception challenges
  • Significant stock underperformance versus FTSE Developed Asia Pacific (-19.45% over past year) suggests execution or market confidence issues
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Recent developments

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  • March 2025Became OEM tire supplier for CUPRA Terramar compact SUV, Volkswagen Group's premium brand
  • 2025Continued expansion of ECSTA PS71 tire line with focus on SUV and electric vehicle optimization
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Hankook Tire & TechnologySouth Korean tire manufacturer, regional competitor→MichelinGlobal tire leader with premium positioning→Goodyear TireUS-based global tire manufacturer→PirelliItalian premium tire manufacturer→

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Frequently asked questions

What does Kumho Tire Co., Inc. do?+
Kumho Tire is a South Korean tire manufacturer founded in 1960, producing tires for passenger cars, SUVs, trucks, buses, and specialty applications globally. The company operates internationally across North America, ...
What is Kumho Tire Co., Inc.'s Cyborg Score?+
Kumho Tire Co., Inc. has a Cyborg Score of 5/10 (Mixed). The score synthesizes business model, financials, leadership, competitive position, technology, marketing, and ESG dimensions across hundreds of data points.
Who are Kumho Tire Co., Inc.'s main competitors?+
Named competitors include Hankook Tire & Technology, Michelin, Goodyear Tire, Pirelli. The full competitive landscape is in the AskCyborg report.
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