Kia's Q1 Margins Soar Amid Shift to Premium Models

Seoul, South Korea - Despite a slight decline in global sales volumes, Kia (000270. KS) achieved its highest-ever operating margin in the first quarter.  The South Korean carmaker improved its product mix, with revenue of KRW 26.21 trillion (US$19.1bn), up 10.6 percent year on year, and