Wolong Electric GroupLtd's (SHSE:600580) Soft Earnings Are Actually Better Than They Appear

Wolong Electric Group Co.,Ltd.'s (SHSE:600580) recent soft profit numbers didn't appear to worry shareholders, as the stock price showed strength. Our analysis suggests that investors may have noticed some promising signs beyond the statutory profit figures.

Check out our latest analysis for Wolong Electric GroupLtd

How Do Unusual Items Influence Profit?

Importantly, our data indicates that Wolong Electric GroupLtd's profit was reduced by CN¥206m, due to unusual items, over the last year. While deductions due to unusual items are disappointing in the first instance, there is a silver lining. We looked at thousands of listed companies and found that unusual items are very often one-off in nature. And that's hardly a surprise given these line items are considered unusual. Assuming those unusual expenses don't come up again, we'd therefore expect Wolong Electric GroupLtd to produce a higher profit next year, all else being equal.

That might leave you wondering what analysts are forecasting in terms of future profitability. Luckily, you can click here to see an interactive graph depicting future profitability, based on their estimates.

Our Take On Wolong Electric GroupLtd's Profit Performance

Unusual items (expenses) detracted from Wolong Electric GroupLtd's earnings over the last year, but we might see an improvement next year. Because of this, we think Wolong Electric GroupLtd's earnings potential is at least as good as it seems, and maybe even better! On the other hand, its EPS actually shrunk in the last twelve months. At the end of the day, it's essential to consider more than just the factors above, if you want to understand the company properly. Keep in mind, when it comes to analysing a stock it's worth noting the risks involved. In terms of investment risks, we've identified 3 warning signs with Wolong Electric GroupLtd, and understanding these should be part of your investment process.

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