【今日头条】 港交所：下调香港证券市场股票最低上落价位的第一阶段将于8月4日推出 智通财经APP获悉，继2025年6月21日(星期六)成功完成市场演习，交易所参与者确认其准备就绪，及获 得相关监管机构批准后，港交所7月21日宣布，下调香港证券市场股票最低上落价位的第一阶段("第一 阶段")将于2025年8月4日(星期一)推出。另参照今日于港交所网站发布的客户通告(编号： MDD/25/369)，"香港交易所领航星"市场数据平台—证券市场("OMD-C")及内地市场数据枢纽-证券市场 ("OMD-CMMDH")之价位表代码亦将于第一阶段推出时相应更新。 恒生港股通创新药精选指数的编算方法调整 据恒生指数公告，恒生港股通创新药精选指数的编算方法将有以下更新：修改选股范畴，流动性和行业 要求；删除主题和基本因子要求；修改成份股挑选方法以及调整比重上限。此新编算方法将于截至2025 年6月30日之指数检讨时生效，而相关的成份股变动将于2025年9月8日实施。 【大势展望】 纳指、标普再创新高 贵金属、金属与采矿板块涨幅居前 隔夜美股截至收盘，道琼斯工业平均指数比前一交易日下跌19.12点，收于44323.07点，跌幅 ...

由于进行EB交换，段先生须根据收购守则规则26.1(b)就所有股份(彼及Sharp Profit已拥有及╱或同意收 购者除外)提出(或促使他人代其提出)强制性无条件现金要约。段先生及Sharp Profit将作为联合要约人， 共同提出(或促使他人代其提出)股份要约，并分配股份要约中有效提呈以供接纳的要约股份，由段先生 及Sharp Profit按约93.00%及约7.00%的比例承购。 智通财经APP讯，康达环保(06136)及中国水务(00855)联合公布，于2025年7月11日(交易时段后)，可交 换债券持有人段传良先生已向康达控股送达EB通知，以换取5.47亿股股份，占于本联合公告日期公司 已发行股本总额约25.55%，换股价为每股股份0.25港元。 EB交换完成于2025年7月21日落实，紧随EB交换完成后，段先生及Sharp Profit(推定为与段先生一致行 动)于合共11.56亿股股份中拥有权益，占公司已发行股本总额约54.01%。Sharp Profit(中国水务的全资附 属公司)为公司的主要股东，于本联合公告日期拥有公司已发行股本总额约28.46%。 第一上海证券(联合要约人的要约代理)将根 ...

EB交换完成于2025年7月21日落实，紧随EB交换完成后，段传良及Sharp Profit(推定为与段传良一致行 动)于合共1,155,718,004股股份中拥有权益，占公司已发行股本总额约54.01%。Sharp Profit(中国水务全 资附属公司)为公司主要股东，于本联合公告日期拥有公司已发行股本总额约28.46%。 格隆汇7月21日丨康达环保(06136.HK)公告，于2025年7月11日，可交换债券持有人段已向康达控股送达 EB通知，以换取546,728,004股股份，占于本联合公告日期公司已发行股本总额约25.55%，换股价为每 股股份0.25港元。股份要约价每股要约股份0.348港元较股份于最后交易日在联交所所报收市价每股 0.340港元溢价约2.4%。 由于进行EB交换，段传良须根据收购守则规则26.1(b)就所有股份(彼及Sharp Profit已拥有及╱或同意收 购者除外)提出(或促使他人代其提出)强制性无条件现金要约。段及Sharp Profit将作为联合要约人，共同 提出(或促使他人代其提出)股份要约，并分配股份要约中有效提呈以供接纳要约股份，由段及Sharp Profit按约93. ...

Core Viewpoint - The company experienced a significant decline in performance due to a one-time provision for expected credit losses of HKD 498 million, leading to a year-on-year drop in net profit by 29.9% in FY2025 [1] Group 1: Financial Performance - In FY2025, the company reported revenue of HKD 11.656 billion, a decrease of 9.4% year-on-year, and a net profit of HKD 1.075 billion, down 29.9% year-on-year [1] - The one-time provision for other receivables resulted in an expected credit loss of HKD 498 million, significantly impacting the company's year-on-year performance [1] Group 2: Business Segments - In the water supply segment, urban water supply revenue was HKD 7.498 billion, a decrease of 9.4%, while the segment profit was HKD 2.493 billion, an increase of 0.1% [2] - The operating income in the water supply segment grew by 6.5% to HKD 3.526 billion, while construction services declined by 27.9% to HKD 2.833 billion [2] - In the direct drinking water business, operating services increased by 7.2% to HKD 315 million, but construction services fell by 82.8% to HKD 220 million [2] Group 3: Cash Flow and Dividends - A turning point in free cash flow is expected in FY2025, with capital expenditures dropping to approximately HKD 3.4 billion from a historical high of HKD 5.3 billion in FY2024 [3] - The total dividend for FY2025 is maintained at HKD 457 million, consistent with FY2024, with a dividend payout ratio of 42.53% [3] - With the continuous improvement in free cash flow, there is significant potential for an increase in dividends [3]

Core Viewpoint - China Water Affairs (00855) is currently valued at a significant discount compared to its peers, with a target price of HKD 7.80 and a "Buy" rating from CITIC Securities, reflecting a 20% valuation discount based on a target PE of 10x for FY2025 [1] Group 1: Financial Performance - The company's overall gross margin improved by 0.7 percentage points to 37.8% in FY2025, with notable increases in profitability across all business segments, including urban water supply, pipeline drinking water, and environmental protection [2] - The company’s sales, management, and financial expense ratios showed mixed changes, with financial expenses increasing due to a high proportion of US dollar debt, but there is potential for reduction through debt restructuring and a declining interest rate environment [2] Group 2: Growth Drivers - In FY2025, the company commissioned 81.7 million tons per day of new water production capacity, leading to a 7.0% increase in water sales volume to 1.5 billion tons, with further growth expected as additional capacity comes online in FY2026 [3] - The company has implemented water price adjustments in several projects, with expectations that total adjustments could exceed 1 million tons per day, benefiting from ongoing reforms in water pricing across major cities [3] Group 3: Cash Flow and Dividends - For the first time since 2020, the company achieved positive free cash flow of HKD 1.58 billion in FY2025, supported by a reduction in capital expenditures [4] - The company maintained its dividend at HKD 0.28 per share, with a 12 percentage point increase in the payout ratio to 42%, indicating a commitment to returning value to shareholders [4]

Core Insights - The company reported a total revenue of HKD 12.2 billion for FY2025, a decrease of 5.1% year-on-year, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of HKD 1.075 billion, down 29.9% year-on-year [1][2] Revenue Breakdown - The company's main business revenue was HKD 11.656 billion, a decline of 9.4% year-on-year, primarily due to reduced income from water supply and direct drinking water installation, maintenance, and construction services [2] - Revenue from the urban water supply segment was HKD 7.498 billion, down 9.4% year-on-year, with segment profit slightly increasing by 0.1% to HKD 2.493 billion due to cost control [2] - The direct drinking water segment saw revenue drop by 61.9% to HKD 0.657 billion, with segment profit decreasing by 58.9% [2] - The environmental protection segment achieved revenue of HKD 1.523 billion, up 42.2% year-on-year, with segment profit increasing by 56.9% [2] - Total construction revenue was HKD 0.664 billion, down 19.7% year-on-year, with segment profit decreasing by 9.3% [2] - Property revenue reached HKD 0.361 billion, with segment profit increasing by 16.5% [2] Operational Performance - Water supply operations generated revenue of HKD 3.526 billion, an increase of 6.5% year-on-year, with water sales volume rising by 7.4% to 1.5 billion tons [3] - The average water price was HKD 2.35 per ton, with over 20 projects initiating price adjustment procedures [3] - Direct drinking water operations revenue increased by 7.2% to HKD 0.315 billion, with a compound annual growth rate of 29.8% from FY22 to FY25 [4] - Direct drinking water equipment revenue surged by 226.3% to HKD 0.078 billion [4] Capital Expenditure and Cash Flow - Capital expenditure peaked at HKD 5.33 billion in FY2024 and is projected to decrease to HKD 3.4 billion in FY2025, with a target of under HKD 2 billion for FY2026 [4] - The company maintained a stable total dividend of HKD 0.28 per share, with a dividend payout ratio of 42.5%, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 12.7 percentage points [4] Profit Forecast - The decline in FY2025 performance was primarily due to one-time impairment losses, with net profit forecasts for FY2026 and FY2027 adjusted down to HKD 1.372 billion and HKD 1.387 billion, respectively [4] - The projected net profit for FY2028 is HKD 1.415 billion, corresponding to price-earnings ratios of 7.2, 7.1, and 6.9 times for FY2026, FY2027, and FY2028 [4]

Core Viewpoint - Insurance capital is increasingly active in the capital market, with a significant acceleration in shareholding actions, indicating a strong interest in dividend stocks, particularly in the banking sector and public utilities [1][4]. Group 1: Shareholding Actions - As of July 2, 2025, insurance companies have made 18 shareholding actions, surpassing the total of 20 for the entire year of 2024 and significantly exceeding the 2023 total [1][4]. - Li'an Life announced a shareholding action in Jiangnan Water, increasing its stake from 4.91% to 5.03% after purchasing 1.1 million shares [3]. - Major shareholders like Great Wall Life are also actively buying shares, indicating a trend of increased participation in the market [4]. Group 2: Investment Focus - The focus of insurance capital has shifted towards H-shares and banking stocks, which are favored due to their significant discounts compared to A-shares and high dividend yields above 5% [4][8]. - The stable profitability and low volatility of banking stocks, especially state-owned banks, align with the risk preferences of insurance capital [4][9]. - The regulatory environment has become more favorable, encouraging insurance funds to increase their equity investments, with a reported 34.9 trillion yuan in investment balance as of Q1 2025, a 16.7% year-on-year increase [8]. Group 3: Strategic Implications - Insurance companies are not only focusing on financial returns but also on industrial synergy, as seen in the case of Huaxia Life's investment in Hangzhou Bank to enhance insurance and banking collaboration [5]. - The trend of shareholding actions is expected to continue, with a potential diversification into sectors like public utilities, environmental protection, and transportation, which offer stable cash flows and are less affected by economic cycles [9][10]. - Future investments are likely to prioritize high-dividend, high-capital appreciation potential companies, aligning with the long-term, stable needs of the insurance industry [10].

Investment Rating - The investment rating for China Water Affairs (00855.HK) is "Buy" (maintained) [1] Core Views - The report highlights that the core operational profit is steadily growing, with a cash flow turning point already evident. The decline in FY2025 performance is primarily due to one-time impairment impacts, while the core operational business remains robust [1][7] Financial Performance Summary - For FY2025, the total revenue is projected at HKD 12,200 million, a decrease of 5.12% year-on-year. The net profit attributable to shareholders is expected to be HKD 1,075 million, down 29.92% year-on-year [1][7] - The main business revenue is HKD 11,656 million, reflecting a 9.4% decline year-on-year, mainly due to reduced income from water supply and direct drinking water installation, maintenance, and construction services [1][7] - The report details segment performance: - Urban water supply revenue is HKD 7,498 million, down 9.4% year-on-year, with segment profit slightly up by 0.1% [1] - Direct drinking water revenue is HKD 657 million, down 61.9%, with segment profit down 58.9% [1] - Environmental segment revenue is HKD 1,523 million, up 42.2%, with segment profit increasing by 56.9% [1] - Total construction revenue is HKD 664 million, down 19.7%, with segment profit down 9.3% [1] - Property revenue is HKD 361 million, with segment profit up 16.5% [1] Future Projections - The report forecasts a net profit of HKD 1,372 million for FY2026, HKD 1,387 million for FY2027, and HKD 1,415 million for FY2028, with corresponding P/E ratios of 7.2, 7.1, and 6.9 times [1][7] - Capital expenditures are expected to decrease from HKD 53.3 billion in FY2024 to HKD 34 billion in FY2025, with a target of under HKD 20 billion for FY2026 [1][7] - The dividend per share for FY2025 is projected to remain stable at HKD 0.28, with a payout ratio of 42.5% and a dividend yield of 4.65% [1][7]

Core Insights - China Water Affairs reported a revenue of approximately HKD 11.657 billion for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2025, representing a year-on-year decline of 9.4% [1] - Net profit was approximately HKD 1.075 billion, down 29.9% year-on-year [1] - Adjusted EBITDA increased by 1.8% year-on-year to HKD 5.26 billion [1] Financial Performance - The company proposed a final dividend of HKD 0.15 per share, maintaining an annual dividend of HKD 0.28 per share, with a payout ratio of 42.4% [1] - Total revenue decline was attributed to a decrease in construction-related capital expenditure, which fell by 36.9% from HKD 4.6 billion to HKD 2.9 billion [1] - Expected capital expenditure for the fiscal year 2025-2026 is projected to be no more than HKD 2 billion [1] Business Segments - Performance of water supply projects improved, with urban water supply operating revenue reaching HKD 3.53 billion, a year-on-year increase of 6.5%, and a profit margin of 32.6% [1] - Direct drinking water revenue was HKD 393 million, up 23.7% year-on-year, with a profit margin of 36.9% [1] - Environmental operations revenue surged by 69.9% year-on-year to HKD 640 million, with profits increasing by 56.9% to HKD 560 million and a profit margin of 35.3% [1] Strategic Developments - The company is actively optimizing its development strategy to address challenges, focusing on improving investment returns from core businesses, reducing capital expenditures, and enhancing the efficiency of existing projects [1] - Long-term investors, including Orix Group and Great Wall Life Insurance, increased their stakes by 7.62% and 5.04%, respectively [1] - Taikang Asset Management made a strategic investment of HKD 1.5 billion in subsidiary Beijing Yinlong, indicating confidence in the company's future prospects [1] Market Outlook - The government is expected to stabilize and expand domestic demand, with a positive national development trend [1] - Low inflation and market-driven water fee adjustments are anticipated, with water price increases becoming a consensus, as seen in Guangzhou's recent water fee hike, which is likely to benefit the profitability recovery of the water services industry [1]

Group 1 - The company reported a revenue of approximately 11.657 billion HKD for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2025, representing a year-on-year decline of 9.4% [1] - The net profit for the same period was approximately 1.075 billion HKD, which reflects a significant year-on-year decrease of 29.9% [1]