Some May Be Optimistic About Hiecise Precision EquipmentLtd's (SZSE:300809) Earnings

Hiecise Precision Equipment Co.,Ltd.'s (SZSE:300809) earnings announcement last week didn't impress shareholders. Despite the soft profit numbers, our analysis has optimistic about the overall quality of the income statement.

Check out our latest analysis for Hiecise Precision EquipmentLtd

How Do Unusual Items Influence Profit?

Importantly, our data indicates that Hiecise Precision EquipmentLtd's profit was reduced by CN¥7.0m, 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. When we analysed the vast majority of listed companies worldwide, we found that significant unusual items are often not repeated. And, after all, that's exactly what the accounting terminology implies. Assuming those unusual expenses don't come up again, we'd therefore expect Hiecise Precision EquipmentLtd 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 Hiecise Precision EquipmentLtd's Profit Performance

Because unusual items detracted from Hiecise Precision EquipmentLtd's earnings over the last year, you could argue that we can expect an improved result in the current quarter. Because of this, we think Hiecise Precision EquipmentLtd's earnings potential is at least as good as it seems, and maybe even better! Unfortunately, though, its earnings per share actually fell back over the last year. 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. So while earnings quality is important, it's equally important to consider the risks facing Hiecise Precision EquipmentLtd at this point in time. At Simply Wall St, we found 1 warning sign for Hiecise Precision EquipmentLtd and we think they deserve your attention.

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