CLP Holdings Limited

SEHK:2 Stock Report

Market Cap: HK$184.4b

CLP Holdings Past Earnings Performance

Past criteria checks 2/6

CLP Holdings has been growing earnings at an average annual rate of 8.9%, while the Electric Utilities industry saw earnings growing at 2.3% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 1.5% per year. CLP Holdings's return on equity is 9.8%, and it has net margins of 11.9%.

Key information

8.92%

Earnings growth rate

8.92%

EPS growth rate

Electric Utilities Industry Growth-7.19%
Revenue growth rate1.51%
Return on equity9.83%
Net Margin11.89%
Next Earnings Update06 Aug 2026

Recent past performance updates

Recent updates

Narrative Update Jun 22

2: Stable Dividend Timetable And Steady Assumptions Will Guide Forward Expectations

Analysts have kept their CLP Holdings price target broadly unchanged at around HK$77.35, citing stable assumptions for the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E in their updated models. What's in the News CLP Holdings declared a first interim dividend of HK$0.63 per share for the year ending 31 December 2026, with an ex dividend date of 2 June 2026, a record date of 4 June 2026, and a payment date of 15 June 2026.
Narrative Update Jun 05

2: Stable Dividend Timetable And Fine Tuned Assumptions Will Shape Forward Expectations

Analysts have raised their CLP Holdings price target by HK$1.00 to HK$77.35, citing updated assumptions on revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E that slightly adjust their fair value view. What's in the News HSBC Research reiterated its Buy rating on CLP Holdings and maintained a target price of HK$85 after first quarter operating metrics were reported in line with expectations, highlighting stable performance in Hong Kong, Australia and mainland China operations.
Narrative Update May 12

2: Dividend Timetable And Fine Tuned Assumptions Will Guide Forward Expectations

Analysts have maintained their HK$76.35 fair value estimate for CLP Holdings, making only slight adjustments to assumptions such as the discount rate and future P/E. This reflects a fine tuning of their price target rationale rather than a major shift in view.
Narrative Update Apr 28

2: Stable Dividend Schedule And Unchanged Assumptions Will Shape Forward Outlook

Analysts have kept their price target for CLP Holdings unchanged at HK$76.35, reflecting stable views on its fair value, discount rate, revenue growth outlook, profit margin assumptions, and future P/E expectations. What's in the News CLP Holdings declared an ordinary fourth interim dividend for the year ended 31 December 2025 of HK$1.31 per share, with an ex dividend date of 11 March 2026, record date of 13 March 2026, and payment date of 24 March 2026 (Key Developments).
Narrative Update Apr 12

2: Dividend Timeline And Unchanged Assumptions Will Guide Measured Forward Outlook

Analysts have kept their HK$76.35 fair value estimate for CLP Holdings unchanged, reflecting consistent assumptions on revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E. They see no new information to warrant a different price target right now.
Narrative Update Mar 28

2: Dividend Schedule And Stable Assumptions Will Shape Measured Forward Outlook

Analysts have slightly lifted their price target for CLP Holdings to HK$76.35 from HK$75.71, reflecting updated fair value and P/E assumptions while keeping core inputs like the discount rate and growth outlook broadly consistent. What's in the News CLP Holdings declared an ordinary fourth interim dividend for the year ended 31 December 2025 of HK$1.31 per share, giving investors visibility on the next scheduled payout (Key Developments).
Narrative Update Mar 13

2: Dividend Timing And Modest Assumption Shifts Will Shape Balanced Outlook

Analysts have adjusted their price target on CLP Holdings slightly higher to around HK$75.71 from about HK$73.46, reflecting updated assumptions on fair value, revenue, profit margins and future P/E expectations. What's in the News CLP Holdings declared an ordinary fourth interim dividend for the year ended 31 December 2025 of HK$1.31 per share, with an ex dividend date on 11 March 2026, a record date on 13 March 2026, and payment scheduled for 24 March 2026 (Key Developments).
Narrative Update Feb 26

2: Board Meeting And Dividend Review Will Shape Balanced Outlook

Analysts have raised their price target for CLP Holdings from HK$71.96 to about HK$73.46, reflecting updated assumptions around discount rates, expected revenue trends, profit margins and future P/E levels. What's in the News CLP Holdings has scheduled a board meeting for February 26, 2026 to consider and approve the announcement of annual results for the year ended December 31, 2025 for publication (Key Developments).
Analysis Article Feb 04

Earnings Not Telling The Story For CLP Holdings Limited (HKG:2)

With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 16.6x CLP Holdings Limited ( HKG:2 ) may be sending bearish signals at the...
Analysis Article Jan 19

Do CLP Holdings' (HKG:2) Earnings Warrant Your Attention?

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Analysis Article Dec 29

Is CLP Holdings (HKG:2) A Risky Investment?

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Analysis Article Nov 27

Calculating The Intrinsic Value Of CLP Holdings Limited (HKG:2)

Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, CLP Holdings fair value estimate is HK$83.62 With HK$68.05...
Analysis Article Nov 12

Here's What To Make Of CLP Holdings' (HKG:2) Decelerating Rates Of Return

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Analysis Article Oct 28

CLP Holdings (HKG:2) Will Pay A Dividend Of HK$0.63

The board of CLP Holdings Limited ( HKG:2 ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of HK$0.63 per share on the 15th...
Analysis Article Oct 17

There's Reason For Concern Over CLP Holdings Limited's (HKG:2) Price

With a median price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of close to 13x in Hong Kong, you could be forgiven for feeling...
Analysis Article Sep 28

We Think CLP Holdings (HKG:2) Is Taking Some Risk With Its Debt

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Analysis Article Aug 06

CLP Holdings (HKG:2) Is Due To Pay A Dividend Of HK$0.63

CLP Holdings Limited ( HKG:2 ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of HK$0.63 per share on the 15th of September...
Analysis Article Aug 05

Is CLP Holdings Limited (HKG:2) Trading At A 28% Discount?

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Analysis Article Jul 17

Slowing Rates Of Return At CLP Holdings (HKG:2) Leave Little Room For Excitement

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New Narrative Mar 02

Investments In Clean Energy Projects In China And Australia Will Improve Future Efficiency

Significant investments in renewable energy and infrastructure upgrades are expected to drive growth and stabilize earnings amid market volatility.

Revenue & Expenses Breakdown

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


Earnings and Revenue History

SEHK:2 Revenue, expenses and earnings (HKD Millions)
DateRevenueEarningsG+A ExpensesR&D Expenses
31 Dec 2588,01810,4685,9870
30 Sep 2588,87510,9425,6050
30 Jun 2589,73211,4155,2230
31 Mar 2590,34811,5795,1870
31 Dec 2490,96411,7425,1500
30 Sep 2489,4599,6445,0880
30 Jun 2487,9537,5465,0250
31 Mar 2487,5617,1014,8870
31 Dec 2387,1696,6554,7490
30 Sep 2391,7708,7474,6420
30 Jun 2396,37010,8394,5340
31 Mar 2398,5165,8824,6010
31 Dec 22100,6629244,6680
30 Sep 2295,743-274,8520
30 Jun 2290,824-9795,0350
31 Mar 2287,3923,7565,0710
31 Dec 2183,9598,4915,1070
30 Sep 2182,7899,2765,1290
30 Jun 2181,61810,0615,1500
31 Mar 2180,60410,7594,9970
31 Dec 2079,59011,4564,8440
30 Sep 2080,07111,5154,6890
30 Jun 2080,55211,5744,5340
31 Mar 2083,1218,1164,5350
31 Dec 1985,6894,6574,5350
30 Sep 1987,2444,9324,5140
30 Jun 1988,7995,2074,4930
31 Mar 1990,1129,3794,4710
31 Dec 1891,42513,5504,4490
30 Sep 1893,31314,6634,4020
30 Jun 1895,20015,7764,3550
31 Mar 1893,63715,0134,2750
31 Dec 1792,07314,2494,1950
30 Sep 1788,08713,3724,1110
30 Jun 1784,10012,4954,0260
31 Mar 1781,76712,6033,9590
31 Dec 1679,43412,7113,8920
30 Sep 1679,41014,3853,8020
30 Jun 1679,38616,0583,7120
31 Mar 1680,04315,8573,6810
31 Dec 1580,70015,6563,6490
30 Sep 1582,92112,9403,7690

Quality Earnings: 2 has high quality earnings.

Growing Profit Margin: 2's current net profit margins (11.9%) are lower than last year (12.9%).


Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis


Past Earnings Growth Analysis

Earnings Trend: 2's earnings have grown by 8.9% per year over the past 5 years.

Accelerating Growth: 2's has had negative earnings growth over the past year, so it can't be compared to its 5-year average.

Earnings vs Industry: 2 had negative earnings growth (-10.8%) over the past year, making it difficult to compare to the Electric Utilities industry average (1.5%).


Return on Equity

High ROE: 2's Return on Equity (9.8%) 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 Analysis2026/07/02 16:59
End of Day Share Price 2026/07/02 00:00
Earnings2025/12/31
Annual Earnings2025/12/31

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Ownership10 years
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Management10 years
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Key Developments10 years
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Analyst Sources

CLP Holdings Limited is covered by 23 analysts. 9 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

AnalystInstitution
Michael ParkerBernstein
Cissy GuanBofA Global Research
Tao ZengChina International Capital Corporation Limited