Core Viewpoint - Bank of America Securities has downgraded the earnings per share forecast for Shenzhou International (02313) by 2% and 3% for the next two years, while also lowering the target price from HKD 73 to HKD 71.8, despite maintaining a "Buy" rating due to strong sales growth from major clients [1] Group 1: Financial Performance - Shenzhou International's gross margin performance in the first half of the year was below expectations, with a reported gross margin of 27.1% [1] - The company experienced strong revenue performance, partly due to favorable order timing [1] - The forecast for the second half of the year indicates only a slight improvement in gross margin, remaining below the 28.1% expected for 2024 and the pre-pandemic level of over 30% [1] Group 2: Market Position and Client Performance - Major clients of Shenzhou International showed significant sales growth that outperformed global industry peers in the first half of the year [1] - The recovery of Nike is anticipated to be a key factor influencing Shenzhou's stock performance moving forward [1]
美银证券：降申洲国际目标价至71.8港元 料下半年毛利率仅轻微改善