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Mar. 16, 2026 1:55 AM ETKorea Electric Power Corporation (KEP) StockMauro Caversazzi106 FollowersCommentsKorea Electric Power Corporation (KEP) is rated Buy, driven by energy transition catalysts, AI-driven demand, and undervaluation.KEP benefits from South Korea's nuclear energy commitment, tiered electricity pricing reforms, and surging AI data center power needs.Despite recent 20% price correction and high liabilities, KEP’s P/E FWD of 3x and P/B of 0.6x signal deep value versus global peers.Gradual tariff adjustments, AI-driven electricity demand, and nuclear expansion underpin a long-term structural growth thesis for KEP.Reflexpixel/iStock via Getty ImagesKorea Electric Power Corporation (KEP) could be entering a phase of positive changes to take advantage of its energy potential. It is the main state utilities company in South Korea, with 848 units of generation, and anThis article was written byMauro Caversazzi106 FollowersI am an investor focused on equities, specifically in technology, energy, and consumer staples. I also believe there is significant potential in emerging markets, which represents the risk component of my portfolio. I hold a bachelor’s degree in Communication Sciences and Public Relations, I produce an economic and financial program in Argentina, and I worked as an analyst at Crowdsense, a platform that identifies and analyzes unique events that impact specific assets, entities, or companies for investors who subscribe to the service. I am interested in writing for Seeking Alpha to continue bridging my profession as a communicator with my interest in the capital markets. In addition, I believe I can contribute by helping other investors identify value or risks in the assets I follow most closely.Analyst’s Disclosure: I/we have no stock, option or similar derivative position in any of the companies mentioned, and no plans to initiate any such positions within the next 72 hours. I wrote this article myself, and it expresses my own opinions. I am not receiving compensation for it (other than from Seeking Alpha). I have no business relationship with any company whose stock is mentioned in this article.Seeking Alpha's Disclosure: Past performance is no guarantee of future results. No recommendation or advice is being given as to whether any investment is suitable for a particular investor. Any views or opinions expressed above may not reflect those of Seeking Alpha as a whole. Seeking Alpha is not a licensed securities dealer, broker or US investment adviser or investment bank. Our analysts are third party authors that include both professional investors and individual investors who may not be licensed or certified by any institute or regulatory body.Comments