SEHK:579
SEHK:579Renewable Energy

Beijing Jingneng Clean Energy (SEHK:579): Expanding Margins Reinforce Investor Optimism Despite Slower Growth

Beijing Jingneng Clean Energy (SEHK:579) posted stable earnings, with average earnings growth of 6.5% per year over the past five years and net profit margins improving from 14.4% to 14.9%. Earnings growth for the most recent year came in at 5.8%, slightly below the company’s longer-term pace. Future earnings are forecast to increase 8.43% per year and revenue is expected to grow at 3.7% per year. Investors will likely focus on the company’s steady profit and revenue performance, as well as...
SEHK:1798
SEHK:1798Renewable Energy

Datang Renewable (SEHK:1798) Margin Compression Tempers Bullish Growth Narrative Despite 19% Earnings Forecast

China Datang Corporation Renewable Power (SEHK:1798) is guiding for earnings growth of about 19% annually, easily outpacing both the Hong Kong market’s 12% average and the expected 8.6% for market revenue. The company’s current net profit margin sits at 13.2%, a compression from last year’s 14.9%, while average annual earnings growth over the past five years has been 7.9%. With these numbers illustrating robust forward expectations but pointing to mixed margin dynamics, investors are...
SEHK:1211
SEHK:1211Auto

BYD (SEHK:1211) Margin Compression Raises Fresh Doubts on Quality of Earnings Growth Narrative

BYD (SEHK:1211) reported five-year annualized earnings growth of 47.1%, while more recent annual growth sits at 13.1%. With earnings projected to climb 18.84% per year and revenue expected to increase by 12.4% annually, both outpacing Hong Kong market averages, investors are watching these growth metrics closely. Net profit margins came in at 4.6%, down a touch from last year’s 5%, reflecting ongoing pressure but leaving room for optimism about forward momentum. See our full analysis for...
SEHK:2338
SEHK:2338Machinery

Weichai Power (SEHK:2338) Margin Gains Reinforce Value Narrative, Dividend Sustainability Still Questioned

Weichai Power (SEHK:2338) reported another year of earnings growth, with net profit margins improving to 5.3% from 5.1% and annual earnings rising by 8.8%, outpacing its five-year average of 5.6% a year. Looking ahead, forecasts point to annual earnings growth of 10.92% and revenue gains of 5.8% per year. Trading at a price-to-earnings ratio of 10.6x, which stands below both the peer average and industry levels, the stock offers investors a margin story supported by solid profitability...
SEHK:1398
SEHK:1398Banks

ICBC (SEHK:1398) Margin Compression Challenges Bullish Value Narratives Despite Profitable Growth

Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (SEHK:1398) posted annual earnings growth of 2.6% over the last five years and is now forecast to grow earnings at 3.4% per year going forward. Revenue is projected to climb at 8.8% per year, slightly outpacing the wider Hong Kong market, with net profit margins holding at a healthy 51.6%. This is down from 54.2% last year, highlighting some pressure on profitability despite solid ongoing profits. Investors may note that ICBC's earnings growth is...
SEHK:6881
SEHK:6881Capital Markets

China Galaxy Securities (SEHK:6881) Earnings Surge 77%, Profit Margin Beats Narrative on Sector Quality

China Galaxy Securities (SEHK:6881) delivered standout results, with earnings soaring 76.9% over the past year, far outpacing its 5-year annual average of just 1.7%. Net profit margins reached 27.2%, beating last year’s 22.6%, and the share price at HK$11.18 trades below the estimated fair value of HK$12.84, helping the stock's valuation case. While earnings and revenue growth are expected to lag the broader Hong Kong market, ongoing profit gains and a competitive Price-to-Earnings Ratio...
SEHK:1138
SEHK:1138Oil and Gas

COSCO SHIPPING Energy Transportation (SEHK:1138): Net Margin Edge Reinforces Bullish Case Despite Slower Earnings Growth

COSCO SHIPPING Energy Transportation (SEHK:1138) reported average annual earnings growth of 31.9% over the past five years, with net profit margins currently at 14.2%, up from 13.9% last year. The most recent year saw earnings growth of 1.7%, and the company is presently trading at a Price-To-Earnings ratio of 16.8x. This valuation appears more attractive than peer averages, although it remains higher than the Hong Kong oil and gas industry benchmark. Looking ahead, forecasts for 11.31%...
SEHK:1288
SEHK:1288Banks

Agricultural Bank of China (SEHK:1288) Net Profit Margin Tops Narrative as Growth Trails Market

Agricultural Bank of China (SEHK:1288) posted a net profit margin of 45% for the latest period, edging ahead of last year’s 44.3%. Earnings grew 5.8% over the past year, outpacing its five-year average of 5.5% per year. The share price closed at HK$5.92, well below the estimated fair value of HK$11.21 based on discounted cash flow. Earnings are forecast to rise at 3.6% annually in the coming years. The bank stands out for its attractive dividends and high-quality past profits, even as its...