SEHK:3988
SEHK:3988Banks

Bank of China (SEHK:3988) Margins Rise to 43%, Undervaluation Narrative Gains Traction

Bank of China (SEHK:3988) posted a net profit margin of 43% in its latest results, up from 38.4% a year ago, with EPS climbing 15.9% year-over-year. This is well above its 5-year average growth of 4.1% per year. The stock closed at HK$4.44, notably trading below its estimated fair value of HK$9.42, with a price-to-earnings ratio of just 5.5x compared to industry peers. These results highlight consistently strong profitability, improving margins, and valuation appeal that continues to draw...
SEHK:902
SEHK:902Renewable Energy

Huaneng Power (SEHK:902) Earnings Soar 244% — Reinforcing Bullish Margin and Value Narratives

Huaneng Power International (SEHK:902) reported a striking 244.5% surge in earnings over the past year, leaving its five-year annual growth average of 37.8% behind. Net profit margin climbed to 5% from just 1.4% a year ago, pointing to a meaningful expansion in profitability. As the company extends its earnings streak, investors are now eyeing the sustainability of this growth amid slower revenue and earnings forecasts than the broader Hong Kong market. See our full analysis for Huaneng Power...
SEHK:38
SEHK:38Machinery

First Tractor (SEHK:38) Margin Decline Challenges Bullish Growth Narrative Despite Forecast-Beating Outlook

First Tractor (SEHK:38) is expecting earnings to grow 17.6% per year, with revenue projected to expand by 9% annually. Both are outpacing Hong Kong market averages of 12.3% for earnings and 8.6% for revenue. The company’s net profit margin, however, has slipped from 8.4% last year to 7.5%, even as five-year earnings growth averaged a robust 18.7% per year. Despite these longer-term gains, the most recent period saw negative earnings growth, giving investors a mixed short-term view while...
SEHK:1877
SEHK:1877Biotechs

Junshi Biosciences (SEHK:1877) Losses Worsen Despite 23.7% Revenue Growth, Challenging Bullish Narratives

Shanghai Junshi Biosciences (SEHK:1877) remains unprofitable, with annual losses worsening by an average of 2.7% over the past five years, and net profit margins showing no signs of improvement. Despite this, analysts expect revenue to grow at a robust 23.7% per year, significantly outpacing the 8.6% growth forecast for the broader Hong Kong market. With the company expected to stay in the red for at least three more years, investors are weighing the attraction of high sales growth against...
SEHK:3818
SEHK:3818Luxury

3 Asian Penny Stocks With Market Caps Over US$100M To Consider

Amid the backdrop of global economic shifts, Asian markets have shown resilience, with notable gains in key indices such as Japan's Nikkei 225 and China's CSI 300. This environment has rekindled interest in penny stocks, a term that might seem outdated but remains relevant for investors seeking opportunities outside the mainstream. These stocks often represent smaller or newer companies that can offer unique growth potential when backed by robust financial health.
SEHK:2600
SEHK:2600Metals and Mining

Chalco (SEHK:2600) Earnings Growth Outpaces Five-Year Trend, Reinforcing Bullish Narratives on Value

Aluminum Corporation of China (SEHK:2600) delivered earnings growth of 37.8% over the past year, outpacing its five-year average of 36% per year. Net profit margin improved to 5.9% from last year’s 4.9%, with forecasts pointing to 4.8% annual earnings growth and a modest 0.1% revenue increase going forward, both trailing the broader Hong Kong market. With a Price-To-Earnings ratio of 10.2x, which is below the industry and peer averages, and a trading price of HK$9.19 well under its estimated...