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LIG Nex1 Headquarters (Photo = LIG Nex1) |
[Alpha Biz= Paul Lee] Seoul, September 23, 2025 – Daishin Securities reaffirmed its “Buy” rating on LIG Nex1, setting a target price of KRW 570,000. The firm cited LIG Nex1’s core technologies across advanced weapon systems, which position the company favorably for expansion into both drone and counter-drone (C-UAS) markets.
In a research note, analyst Lee Tae-hwan of Daishin Securities emphasized that LIG Nex1’s superior missile capabilities and experience in establishing “Kill Chain” systems (target detection–identification–elimination) provide a strong foundation for developing competitive attack drones. He added that the company’s expertise in radars, EO/IR (electro-optical/infrared) sensors, and electronic warfare (jamming) technologies enables the creation of robust counter-drone defense systems.
Lee highlighted LIG Nex1’s multipurpose drone (MPD), designed as a vertical take-off and landing fixed-wing platform, capable of switching from reconnaissance missions to strike missions once a target is identified. Other ongoing projects include the KCD-40, a hybrid transport drone with a 40kg payload capacity, as well as the development of integrated systems to counter low-altitude, small UAVs.
The analyst also pointed to LIG Nex1’s advancements in unmanned systems for land and maritime environments. Its subsidiary, Ghost Robotics, manufactures the Vision 60, a quadruped robot built with modular components for easy mission adaptation and maintenance, while also enhancing battery efficiency through advanced vision systems. In the maritime domain, LIG Nex1 has developed the Haegum, a next-generation unmanned surface vehicle (USV) equipped with advanced reconnaissance and strike capabilities.
“LIG Nex1 is broadening its portfolio from advanced missile systems to comprehensive unmanned and counter-drone solutions, securing a strong foothold in next-generation defense technologies,” Lee concluded.
Alphabiz Reporter Paul Lee(hoondork1977@alphabiz.co.kr)
