BOC AVIATION(HK:02588) Ge Long Hui·2025-07-12 18:52Core Viewpoint - 中银航空租赁（BOCA） reported a slight increase in aircraft deliveries in 2Q25, with a total of 13 aircraft delivered compared to 11 in 1Q25, while the total number of owned aircraft decreased to 441 due to the sale of 14 aircraft [1][2] Group 1: Operational Performance - In 2Q25, BOCA executed 75 transactions, including the delivery of 13 aircraft and the sale of 14 aircraft, resulting in a net decrease of 1 owned aircraft [2] - The company maintains a strong order book with 351 aircraft on order, supporting long-term growth despite a decrease in owned aircraft [2] - The utilization rate of the fleet remains stable at 100%, with an average remaining lease term of 7.9 years [2] Group 2: Market Conditions - The recovery of upstream aircraft manufacturers' production capacity is a positive signal, with Boeing and Airbus delivering a total of 320 aircraft in 2Q25, up from 266 in 1Q25 [1] - Despite improvements in aircraft supply, demand for air travel continues to rise, with global revenue passenger kilometers (RPK) increasing by 5% year-on-year in May, indicating ongoing pressure on aircraft availability and rental rates [2] Group 3: Financial Outlook - The company expects a core ROE of 10.6% for 2025, roughly in line with 10.5% in 2024, reflecting stable operational performance [1][2] - Profit forecasts for 2025, 2026, and 2027 are maintained at USD 700 million, USD 790 million, and USD 800 million respectively, with a target price of HKD 82 based on a price-to-book ratio of 1.06x for 2025 [3]