VSTECS Holdings Limited

SEHK:856 Stock Report

Market Cap: HK$14.4b

VSTECS Holdings Past Earnings Performance

Past criteria checks 4/6

VSTECS Holdings's earnings have been declining at an average annual rate of -1.1%, while the Electronic industry saw earnings declining at 2.9% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 5.1% per year. VSTECS Holdings's return on equity is 13.8%, and it has net margins of 1.4%.

Key information

-1.11%

Earnings growth rate

-0.55%

EPS growth rate

Electronic Industry Growth4.85%
Revenue growth rate5.14%
Return on equity13.78%
Net Margin1.39%
Last Earnings Update31 Dec 2025

Recent past performance updates

Recent updates

Narrative Update Apr 09

856: Future Dividend Policy And Annual Payout Will Support A More Optimistic Outlook

Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for VSTECS Holdings from about HK$12.14 to roughly HK$11.85, reflecting updated assumptions on discount rates, profit margins and future P/E that slightly lower the overall price target. What's in the News A board meeting is scheduled for March 19, 2026 at 11:00 China Standard Time to consider and approve the final results for the year ended December 31, 2025, and to discuss a possible final dividend recommendation, along with other business items (Key Developments).
Narrative Update Mar 24

856: Future Dividend Policy Will Support A More Optimistic Share Outlook

Analysts have lowered their price target on VSTECS Holdings to HK$12.14 from HK$12.75, citing updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins, discount rate and future P/E multiples. What's in the News VSTECS Holdings declared an annual dividend of HK$0.4177 per share, payable on July 3, 2026, with an ex-dividend date of May 28, 2026 and a record date of May 29, 2026 (Key Developments).
Analysis Article Jan 30

Does VSTECS Holdings (HKG:856) Deserve A Spot On Your Watchlist?

Investors are often guided by the idea of discovering 'the next big thing', even if that means buying 'story stocks...
Analysis Article Dec 23

Estimating The Fair Value Of VSTECS Holdings Limited (HKG:856)

Key Insights Using the Dividend Discount Model, VSTECS Holdings fair value estimate is HK$7.02 VSTECS Holdings' HK$8.02...
Analysis Article Dec 08

VSTECS Holdings Limited's (HKG:856) Price Is Right But Growth Is Lacking

When close to half the companies in Hong Kong have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") above 13x, you may consider...
Analysis Article Oct 28

VSTECS Holdings (HKG:856) Has More To Do To Multiply In Value Going Forward

Finding a business that has the potential to grow substantially is not easy, but it is possible if we look at a few key...
Analysis Article Oct 15

Is VSTECS Holdings (HKG:856) A Risky Investment?

Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...
Analysis Article Sep 07

Is Now The Time To Look At Buying VSTECS Holdings Limited (HKG:856)?

VSTECS Holdings Limited ( HKG:856 ), is not the largest company out there, but it saw a significant share price rise of...
Narrative Update Aug 22

Cloud And AI Adoption Will Transform Asian Digital Markets

The upward revision in VSTECS Holdings’ price target reflects a notably lower future P/E ratio and a modest improvement in net profit margin, supporting a new consensus fair value of HK$10.07. What's in the News Board meeting scheduled to consider interim results for the six months ended 30 June 2025 and potential interim dividend recommendation.
Analysis Article Aug 18

VSTECS Holdings Limited's (HKG:856) 29% Share Price Surge Not Quite Adding Up

VSTECS Holdings Limited ( HKG:856 ) shares have continued their recent momentum with a 29% gain in the last month...
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New Narrative Aug 01

Cloud And AI Adoption Will Transform Asian Digital Markets

Expansion in AI, cloud services, and proprietary hardware is boosting margins, driving stable earnings, and strengthening VSTECS's market position in Asia.
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New Narrative Aug 01

Cloud And AI Adoption Will Transform Asian Digital Markets

Expansion in AI, cloud services, and proprietary hardware is boosting margins, driving stable earnings, and strengthening VSTECS's market position in Asia.
Analysis Article Jul 21

Returns On Capital At VSTECS Holdings (HKG:856) Have Hit The Brakes

What trends should we look for it we want to identify stocks that can multiply in value over the long term? Firstly...
Analysis Article Jun 30

Even With A 25% Surge, Cautious Investors Are Not Rewarding VSTECS Holdings Limited's (HKG:856) Performance Completely

VSTECS Holdings Limited ( HKG:856 ) shareholders would be excited to see that the share price has had a great month...
Analysis Article Jun 26

VSTECS Holdings (HKG:856) Seems To Use Debt Quite Sensibly

The external fund manager backed by Berkshire Hathaway's Charlie Munger, Li Lu, makes no bones about it when he says...
Analysis Article May 14

Calculating The Intrinsic Value Of VSTECS Holdings Limited (HKG:856)

Key Insights VSTECS Holdings' estimated fair value is HK$6.21 based on Dividend Discount Model With HK$6.70 share...
Analysis Article Apr 07

Not Many Are Piling Into VSTECS Holdings Limited (HKG:856) Stock Yet As It Plummets 28%

VSTECS Holdings Limited ( HKG:856 ) shareholders won't be pleased to see that the share price has had a very rough...
Analysis Article Mar 26

Broker Revenue Forecasts For VSTECS Holdings Limited (HKG:856) Are Surging Higher

VSTECS Holdings Limited ( HKG:856 ) shareholders will have a reason to smile today, with the analysts making...
Analysis Article Mar 25

VSTECS Holdings Limited Beat Revenue Forecasts By 9.2%: Here's What Analysts Are Forecasting Next

Shareholders of VSTECS Holdings Limited ( HKG:856 ) will be pleased this week, given that the stock price is up 10% to...
Analysis Article Feb 18

Market Participants Recognise VSTECS Holdings Limited's (HKG:856) Earnings Pushing Shares 25% Higher

VSTECS Holdings Limited ( HKG:856 ) shares have had a really impressive month, gaining 25% after a shaky period...
Analysis Article Dec 06

Investors Continue Waiting On Sidelines For VSTECS Holdings Limited (HKG:856)

It's not a stretch to say that VSTECS Holdings Limited's ( HKG:856 ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 8.8x right...
Analysis Article May 30

VSTECS Holdings (HKG:856) Will Pay A Larger Dividend Than Last Year At HK$0.257

VSTECS Holdings Limited's ( HKG:856 ) dividend will be increasing from last year's payment of the same period to...
Analysis Article May 23

We Think Shareholders May Want To Consider A Review Of VSTECS Holdings Limited's (HKG:856) CEO Compensation Package

Key Insights VSTECS Holdings to hold its Annual General Meeting on 30th of May Total pay for CEO David Li includes...
Analysis Article Apr 25

VSTECS Holdings (HKG:856) Will Pay A Larger Dividend Than Last Year At HK$0.257

VSTECS Holdings Limited ( HKG:856 ) has announced that it will be increasing its dividend from last year's comparable...
Analysis Article Apr 06

Does VSTECS Holdings (HKG:856) Have A Healthy Balance Sheet?

The external fund manager backed by Berkshire Hathaway's Charlie Munger, Li Lu, makes no bones about it when he says...
Analysis Article Mar 02

VSTECS Holdings (HKG:856) May Have Issues Allocating Its Capital

Finding a business that has the potential to grow substantially is not easy, but it is possible if we look at a few key...
Analysis Article Dec 15

VSTECS Holdings (HKG:856) Takes On Some Risk With Its Use Of Debt

Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...
Analysis Article Oct 18

VSTECS Holdings (HKG:856) Could Be Struggling To Allocate Capital

If we want to find a potential multi-bagger, often there are underlying trends that can provide clues. Amongst other...
Analysis Article May 26

VSTECS Holdings (HKG:856) Has Announced That Its Dividend Will Be Reduced To HK$0.17

VSTECS Holdings Limited's ( HKG:856 ) dividend is being reduced from last year's payment covering the same period to...
Analysis Article May 02

Investors Could Be Concerned With VSTECS Holdings' (HKG:856) Returns On Capital

If you're looking for a multi-bagger, there's a few things to keep an eye out for. In a perfect world, we'd like to see...
Analysis Article Feb 16

Is It Too Late To Consider Buying VSTECS Holdings Limited (HKG:856)?

VSTECS Holdings Limited ( HKG:856 ), might not be a large cap stock, but it received a lot of attention from a...
Analysis Article Nov 23

Here's What To Make Of VSTECS Holdings' (HKG:856) Decelerating Rates Of Return

There are a few key trends to look for if we want to identify the next multi-bagger. Typically, we'll want to notice a...
Analysis Article Oct 28

VSTECS Holdings (HKG:856) Has A Somewhat Strained Balance Sheet

The external fund manager backed by Berkshire Hathaway's Charlie Munger, Li Lu, makes no bones about it when he says...
Analysis Article Oct 12

Calculating The Fair Value Of VSTECS Holdings Limited (HKG:856)

In this article we are going to estimate the intrinsic value of VSTECS Holdings Limited ( HKG:856 ) by estimating the...
Analysis Article Aug 17

VSTECS Holdings (HKG:856) Is Looking To Continue Growing Its Returns On Capital

There are a few key trends to look for if we want to identify the next multi-bagger. In a perfect world, we'd like to...
Analysis Article May 27

VSTECS Holdings (HKG:856) Is Paying Out A Larger Dividend Than Last Year

The board of VSTECS Holdings Limited ( HKG:856 ) has announced that it will be increasing its dividend on the 7th of...
Analysis Article May 13

VSTECS Holdings (HKG:856) Might Have The Makings Of A Multi-Bagger

If you're not sure where to start when looking for the next multi-bagger, there are a few key trends you should keep an...
Analysis Article Apr 28

VSTECS Holdings' (HKG:856) Dividend Will Be Increased To HK$0.27

VSTECS Holdings Limited ( HKG:856 ) has announced that it will be increasing its dividend on the 7th of July to...

Revenue & Expenses Breakdown

How VSTECS Holdings makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.


Earnings and Revenue History

SEHK:856 Revenue, expenses and earnings (HKD Millions)
DateRevenueEarningsG+A ExpensesR&D Expenses
31 Dec 2597,6261,3532,5040
30 Sep 2596,0721,2812,5280
30 Jun 2594,5171,2092,5510
31 Mar 2591,8011,1312,4100
31 Dec 2489,0861,0522,2690
30 Sep 2484,5149632,1600
30 Jun 2479,9428732,0510
31 Mar 2476,9178982,0610
31 Dec 2373,8919222,0710
30 Sep 2373,5918722,0420
30 Jun 2373,2908232,0130
31 Mar 2375,3078232,0390
31 Dec 2277,3248232,0650
30 Sep 2279,4269972,1330
30 Jun 2281,5281,1722,2020
31 Mar 2279,9321,2432,1230
31 Dec 2178,3351,3142,0440
30 Sep 2177,1701,3031,9560
30 Jun 2176,0041,2911,8680
31 Mar 2172,9831,1791,8060
31 Dec 2069,9621,0681,7430
30 Sep 2067,4869531,7220
30 Jun 2065,0108391,7000
31 Mar 2065,6108251,7220
31 Dec 1966,2108101,7430
30 Sep 1965,3917901,7780
30 Jun 1964,5717711,8120
31 Mar 1963,5277561,7460
31 Dec 1862,4827411,6810
30 Sep 1860,4837771,5620
30 Jun 1858,4848131,4440
31 Mar 1856,5147651,3640
31 Dec 1754,5437161,2840
30 Sep 1752,1706341,1710
30 Jun 1749,7965521,0590
31 Mar 1748,9795521,0620
31 Dec 1648,1615521,0660
30 Sep 1647,5314901,0930
30 Jun 1646,9014291,1190
31 Mar 1646,2384401,0680
31 Dec 1545,5764501,0170
30 Sep 1544,8575319490
30 Jun 1544,1396118800

Quality Earnings: 856 has high quality earnings.

Growing Profit Margin: 856's current net profit margins (1.4%) are higher than last year (1.2%).


Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis


Past Earnings Growth Analysis

Earnings Trend: 856's earnings have declined by 1.1% per year over the past 5 years.

Accelerating Growth: 856's earnings growth over the past year (28.7%) exceeds its 5-year average (-1.1% per year).

Earnings vs Industry: 856 earnings growth over the past year (28.7%) exceeded the Electronic industry 13.1%.


Return on Equity

High ROE: 856's Return on Equity (13.8%) is considered low.


Return on Assets


Return on Capital Employed


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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/05/22 15:51
End of Day Share Price 2026/05/22 00:00
Earnings2025/12/31
Annual Earnings2025/12/31

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Analyst Consensus Estimates+3 years
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Market Prices30 years
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  • Dividends, Splits and Actions
Ownership10 years
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  • Insider trading
Management10 years
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  • Board of directors
Key Developments10 years
  • Company announcements

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Analyst Sources

VSTECS Holdings Limited is covered by 10 analysts. 4 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

AnalystInstitution
Zeyuan YangCitic Securities Co., Ltd.
Saiyi HeCMB International Securities Limited
Li XiongGuosen Securities Co., Ltd.