Core Viewpoint - Goldman Sachs has become more positive on China Tower (00788) following the release of its first-half results, primarily due to improved dividend prospects and a stabilization in accounts receivable, which has led to normalized cash flow [1] Group 1: Financial Performance - The management did not provide guidance on next year's depreciation and profit details, which some investors may view as a negative signal due to the market's desire for clearer visibility on earnings and dividends [1] - The estimated overall depreciation expense for next year is projected to decrease to 5 billion RMB [1] Group 2: Dividend Policy - The group's dividend payout ratio increased by 5 percentage points year-on-year to 45%, with a year-on-year growth of 22% in earnings per share dividends, indicating the company's willingness to increase dividends compared to the previous slow growth in payout ratio [1] Group 3: Target Price Adjustment - Goldman Sachs raised its target price from 12.6 HKD to 13 HKD, maintaining a "neutral" rating [1]
高盛:升中国铁塔(00788)目标价至13港元 料派息前景改善