Core Viewpoint - Bank of America Securities reports that Everbright Environment (0257.HK) experienced a 10% year-on-year decline in net profit for the first half of the year, but when excluding one-off items, the profit before tax (PBT) increased by 23%, significantly exceeding expectations [1] Financial Performance - The interim dividend increased by 1 cent, with a payout ratio reaching 42%, up 7 percentage points year-on-year [1] - The company is expected to achieve an annual return of 6.5%, which is considered attractive, with potential for upward movement in dividends [1] Earnings Forecast - Earnings per share forecasts for 2025 to 2027 have been raised by 23% to 38% to reflect improvements in gross margins from waste-to-energy, green technology, and wastewater treatment businesses, as well as reduced impairment losses and lower debt costs [1] - The target price has been adjusted from HKD 4.5 to HKD 5.3 [1]

Core Insights - The company experienced a decline in both revenue and profit, with a significant optimization in revenue structure [1][2] - The operating income increased while construction revenue saw a substantial decrease, indicating a shift towards higher-margin operations [1][2] Revenue and Profit Analysis - In H1 2025, the company reported operating revenue of HKD 14.304 billion, a year-on-year decrease of 8% due to reduced new projects [1] - The net profit attributable to shareholders was HKD 2.07 billion, down 10% year-on-year, primarily due to decreased construction profits and increased foreign exchange losses [1] - The operating income, which has a higher gross margin, was HKD 9.943 billion, up 5% year-on-year, while construction revenue fell to HKD 1.844 billion, down 49% [1] Margin Improvement - The sales gross margin improved to 44.26%, an increase of 5.53 percentage points year-on-year [1] - The net profit margin rose to 19.4%, up 0.8 percentage points year-on-year [1] - Management expenses increased to 11.7%, up 4.6 percentage points, mainly due to expanded foreign exchange losses [1] Segment Performance - The environmental energy segment achieved operating revenue of HKD 5.142 billion, a 5.8% increase, while construction revenue dropped by 69.9% [2] - The green environmental segment reported operating revenue of HKD 3.189 billion, up 1%, with construction revenue declining by 74.3% [2] - The environmental water segment saw operating revenue of HKD 1.477 billion, a 13.5% increase, while construction revenue decreased by 16.7% [2] Shareholder Returns - The company increased its interim dividend payout ratio to 42%, reflecting improved cash flow from operating income [2] - The dividend per share was set at HKD 0.15, with the total dividend amount rising from HKD 860 million to HKD 920 million [2] Investment Outlook - The profit forecast has been slightly adjusted downwards, maintaining an "outperform" rating [2] - Expected net profits for 2025-2027 are projected at HKD 3.532 billion, HKD 3.715 billion, and HKD 3.887 billion, with year-on-year growth rates of 4.6%, 5.2%, and 4.6% respectively [2] - The current stock price corresponds to a PE ratio of 7.4, 7.1, and 6.8 for the respective years [2]

机构：东吴证券 研究员：袁理/陈孜文 投资要点 事件：2025H1 公司实现主营业务收入143.04 亿港元，同比-8%，归母净利润22.07 亿港元，同比-10%。 2025H1 建造收入占比降至13%，危废减值&汇兑亏损致业绩承压。公司运营项目积累、经营提质增 效、财务费用节约共助经营性利润增长，归母净利润下滑主要受非现金性的建造收入下降、减值增加及 汇兑亏损等影响：1）建造下滑：2025H1 公司建造收入18.44 亿港元（同比-49%，下同），占主营收入 12.9%（-10.1pct），运营收入99.43 亿港元（+5%），占主营收入69.5%（+8.9pct），财务收入25.16 亿 港元（-2%），占主营收入17.6%（+1.1pct），盈利结构进一步优化。2）减值增加：25H1 应收账款、 其他应收款及合约资产减值计提2.08 亿港元（24H1 为0.34 亿港元），25H1 商誉、物业厂房及设备减值 1.78 亿港元（24H1 无）。3）汇兑亏损：25H1 汇兑亏损4.28 亿港元，24H1 汇兑收益为2.31 亿港元。 运营指标稳健增长，供热量同增32%。分板块看，①环保能源：25H1环保能 ...

Core Viewpoint - The company reported a decline in revenue and net profit for H1 2025, but continues to show operational growth and positive cash flow, indicating potential for value reassessment [1][2] Financial Performance - H1 2025 revenue was HKD 14.304 billion, down 8.4% year-on-year - Net profit attributable to shareholders was HKD 2.207 billion, a decrease of 10.1% year-on-year, slightly below expectations of HKD 2.258 billion [1] - The company declared an interim dividend of HKD 921 million, corresponding to a DPS of HKD 0.15, up from HKD 0.14 in H1 2024, with a payout ratio of 41.8% [1] Operational Highlights - Power generation and heating volumes increased by 9% and 32% year-on-year, respectively - Waste treatment volume reached nearly 29 million tons, a 2% increase year-on-year, with power generation of 14.8 billion kWh (up 9%) and heating volume of 3.8 million tons (up 32%) [1] - The company effectively reduced costs through precise management, with a decrease in the purchase price of biomass fuel by 8% year-on-year [1][2] Market Expansion - The company is expanding into Central Asia's solid waste and water markets, with two waste-to-energy projects in Uzbekistan, involving a total investment of approximately RMB 2.2 billion [2] - It has secured contracts for equipment supply in Thailand and Malaysia, indicating a strategic move towards light asset services in overseas markets [2] Cash Flow and Shareholder Returns - The company achieved a positive free cash flow of RMB 4.04 billion in 2024, marking the first time since 2003 that it has turned positive in its environmental business [2] - H1 2025 free cash flow was approximately RMB 2 billion, with expectations for continued improvement in shareholder returns [2] Earnings Forecast - The profit forecast for 2025-2027 has been adjusted, with expected net profits of HKD 3.392 billion, HKD 3.539 billion, and HKD 3.687 billion, reflecting a downward adjustment of 3%, 4%, and 2% respectively [2] - The target price has been set at HKD 5.34, based on a PE ratio of 9.7 for 2025, an increase from the previous target of HKD 4.79 [2]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company [2][6][16] Core Views - The company's revenue for the first half of 2025 was HKD 14.304 billion, a year-on-year decrease of 8%, while the net profit attributable to shareholders was HKD 2.207 billion, down 10% year-on-year, aligning with expectations [6][4] - The decline in performance was primarily due to a drop in construction revenue, increased administrative expenses, and higher impairment losses in hazardous waste [6][4] - The revenue structure continues to improve, with operational and financial income accounting for 87% of total revenue, and gross margin increasing from 39% in H1 2024 to 44% in H1 2025 [6][4] - Financial expenses have decreased, with further reduction potential due to lower financing costs and improved cash flow [6][4] - The company expects cash flow to improve, announcing an interim dividend of HKD 0.15 per share, with a payout ratio of 42%, reflecting a 7 percentage point increase year-on-year [6][4] - The forecast for net profit attributable to shareholders for 2025-2027 is HKD 3.589 billion, HKD 3.810 billion, and HKD 4.055 billion, respectively, with corresponding P/E ratios of 7.3, 6.9, and 6.5 [6][4] Financial Data and Profit Forecast - Revenue (in million HKD) for 2023 is projected at 32,090, decreasing to 29,976 in 2025E, with a year-on-year growth rate of -0.9% [3][7] - Net profit (in million HKD) for 2023 is projected at 4,429, with a forecast of 3,589 in 2025E, reflecting a year-on-year growth rate of 6.3% [3][7] - Earnings per share (in HKD) are expected to rise from 0.55 in 2024 to 0.58 in 2025E [3][7] - The company's market capitalization is approximately HKD 26.292 billion, with a closing price of HKD 4.28 [4][6]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company with a target price of HKD 5.34 [5][9]. Core Views - The company reported a decrease in revenue by 8.4% year-on-year to HKD 14.304 billion for H1 2025, with a net profit attributable to shareholders of HKD 2.207 billion, down 10.1% year-on-year [1][3]. - The company has shown operational resilience with a 9% increase in electricity generation and a 32% increase in heating supply for H1 2025 [1]. - The interim dividend has been increased to HKD 0.15 per share, up from HKD 0.14 per share in H1 2024, reflecting a stable growth in shareholder returns [3][9]. Summary by Sections Financial Performance - The company achieved a revenue of HKD 14.304 billion in H1 2025, a decrease of 8.4% year-on-year, while the net profit was HKD 2.207 billion, down 10.1% year-on-year [1]. - The interim dividend payout was HKD 0.15 per share, with a dividend payout ratio of 41.8%, compared to 35.0% in H1 2024 [1][3]. Operational Highlights - The company processed nearly 29 million tons of waste, a 2% increase year-on-year, and generated 14.8 billion kWh of electricity, a 9% increase year-on-year [1]. - The heating supply increased by 32% year-on-year, indicating strong operational performance [1]. Market Expansion - The company is actively expanding into Central Asia with two new waste-to-energy projects in Uzbekistan, with a total investment of approximately RMB 2.2 billion [2]. - It has also secured equipment supply contracts in Thailand and Malaysia, indicating a strategic move towards international markets [2]. Cash Flow and Shareholder Returns - The company reported a free cash flow of RMB 4.04 billion for 2024, marking the first positive cash flow since its inception in 2003 [3]. - The stable cash flow and improved free cash flow position the company well for future shareholder returns [3]. Earnings Forecast - The report forecasts a net profit attributable to shareholders of HKD 3.392 billion for 2025, with a slight downward adjustment of 3% from previous estimates [4]. - The expected earnings per share (EPS) for 2025 is HKD 0.55, with a projected price-to-earnings (PE) ratio of 9.7 times [4][8].

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" (maintained) [1] Core Views - The company has shown improvements in operational efficiency, cash flow, and dividend logic continues to be fulfilled [7] - The company's main business revenue for H1 2025 was HKD 14.304 billion, a year-on-year decrease of 8%, with a net profit attributable to shareholders of HKD 2.207 billion, down 10% year-on-year [2] - The report highlights a decline in construction revenue and an increase in impairment losses and foreign exchange losses impacting net profit [7] Financial Summary - Total revenue forecast for 2023A is HKD 32.495 billion, with a year-on-year decrease of 13.92% [1] - Net profit attributable to shareholders for 2023A is projected at HKD 4.429 billion, a decrease of 3.75% year-on-year [1] - The latest diluted EPS for 2023A is HKD 0.72, with a P/E ratio of 5.94 [1] - The company’s cash flow has improved, with a mid-year dividend payout ratio increasing by 7 percentage points to 42% [7] - The company’s construction revenue for H1 2025 was HKD 1.844 billion, down 49% year-on-year, while operational revenue increased by 5% to HKD 9.943 billion [7] - The company has a market capitalization of approximately HKD 26.292 billion and a price-to-book ratio of 0.51 [5] Operational Highlights - The environmental energy segment contributed HKD 5.142 billion in operational revenue for H1 2025, a 6% increase [7] - The company has implemented cost reduction and efficiency improvement measures, leading to a 12% increase in net profit contribution from the environmental energy segment [7] - The company is actively exploring new business opportunities, including projects in Uzbekistan and Thailand [7]

证券研究报告 | 2025年08月24日 光大环境（00257.HK） 优于大市 运营收入占比超 70%，中期派息比例提升 7pct 营收利润双降但结构明显优化。2025H1 年公司实现营业收入 143.04 亿港元， 同比下滑 8%，主要原因是新建项目减少，导致建造收入下降；公司实现归母 净利 2.07 亿港元，同比下滑 10%，主要系建造利润减少和汇兑损失扩大所致。 报告期内，公司收入结构明显优化，毛利率较高的运营收入为 99.43 亿港元， 同比增长 5%；毛利率相对较低的建造收入为 18.44 亿港币，同比下滑 49%； 公司运营/建造/财务收入占比为 70%/13%/17%。 毛利率净利率双升。2025H1 公司的销售毛利率为 44.26%，较去年同期提升 5.53pct；净利率为 19.4%，同比提升 0.8pct；管理费用率为 11.7%，同比提 升 4.6pct，主要系汇兑损失扩大所致（为降低财务费用，公司使用利用较低 的人民币贷款置换外币，2025H1 人民币出现明显升值，在汇率折算时，人民 币负债以港币计价的金额相应增加）；财务费用率为 8.7%，同比下降 0.9pct。 分板块来看，环保 ...

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