Zhi Tong Cai Jing·2025-08-15 06:27Core Viewpoint - Kowloon Warehouse Group reported a significant turnaround in its financial performance, moving from a loss to a profit, despite a decline in revenue [1] Financial Performance - For the half-year period ending June 30, 2025, the company reported revenue of HKD 5.669 billion, a year-on-year decrease of 19.38% [1] - Shareholders' profit was HKD 535 million, compared to a loss of HKD 2.637 billion in the same period last year, indicating a successful turnaround [1] - Basic earnings per share were HKD 0.18, with an interim dividend proposed at HKD 0.20 per share [1] Investment Property Revenue - Revenue from investment properties decreased by 4% to HKD 2.281 billion, down from HKD 2.364 billion in 2024 [1] - Operating profit also saw a decline of 6%, falling to HKD 1.484 billion from HKD 1.573 billion in 2024, attributed to soft rental rates for malls and office buildings [1] Debt and Cash Position - Citigroup reported that the company's debt ratio stands at 4.4%, and when considering its long-term investments of HKD 48 billion, with HKD 39.8 billion in stocks treated as quasi-cash, the net cash position is approximately HKD 33 billion, representing 50% of its market value [1] - The company is not in a hurry to reinvest due to macroeconomic uncertainties and may focus on monetizing existing land reserves [1] Shareholder Returns and Valuation - Citigroup believes that investors may be pricing in expectations for increased shareholder returns, but anticipates that the company will maintain stable dividends per share without increases [1] - The likelihood of share buybacks is considered low, and the company is viewed as having the highest valuation in the industry, with a strong balance sheet allowing for various actions within the group, though not necessarily beneficial for the stock price [1]