Core Viewpoint - Cathay Securities maintains an "overweight" rating for China Ship Leasing (03877), projecting a slight decline in pre-tax profit for the first half of 2025, with net profit estimates adjusted downwards for 2025-2027 to HKD 22/24/25 billion, respectively. The current PE valuation is 5.5 times, with a dividend yield of 7.3%, which could rise to 9% if the dividend payout ratio increases to 50% [1][2]. Group 1 - The impact of Hong Kong's international corporate tax reform has affected the company's performance, with pre-tax profit remaining stable. The company recorded a net profit of HKD 11.5 billion for the first half of 2025, a 14% year-on-year decline, primarily due to the tax reform leading to a significant increase in income tax [2]. - The company operates a fleet of 143 vessels, including 121 operational ships, with long-term leasing vessels estimated at 86, providing stable earnings, while short-term leasing vessels are subject to market fluctuations [2][3]. Group 2 - The peak season for product oil transportation is expected to drive performance improvement in the second half of the year, with the MR fleet likely to enhance earnings. The demand for product oil transportation is anticipated to grow due to the global shift of refineries [3]. - The company plans to increase its mid-year dividend to HKD 0.05 per share in 2025, up from HKD 0.03, reflecting a commitment to improving shareholder returns. The potential increase in the dividend payout ratio could elevate the dividend yield to 9% [4].