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LG Energy Solution Posts 138% Profit Surge in Q1, Driven by U.S. Tax Credits

The South Korean battery maker capitalized on U.S. policy incentives and favorable currency shifts, while advancing diversification efforts into energy storage and next-gen battery markets.

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This photo provided by LG Energy Solution Co. shows a company production plant. (PHOTO NOT FOR SALE) (Yonhap)

Overview

  • LG Energy Solution's Q1 2025 operating profit rose 138% year-on-year to 375 billion won, supported by U.S. tax credits and a weaker won.
  • The company received 457.7 billion won from the U.S. Inflation Reduction Act’s Advanced Manufacturing Production Credit, offsetting global EV demand stagnation.
  • Excluding the U.S. tax credits, LG Energy Solution recorded an operating loss of 83 billion won, though this marked an improvement from the previous quarter's deeper losses.
  • As part of its restructuring strategy, the company is repurposing its Michigan facility for energy storage systems production and targeting emerging markets like robotics and drones.
  • Revenue grew 2.2% year-on-year to 6.3 trillion won, with stronger shipments to key clients and internal cost reductions contributing to performance gains.