CSSC Holdings(SH:600150) Ge Long Hui·2025-09-19 03:51Core Viewpoint - The company is facing pressure on its performance in the first half of 2025, but there is potential for improvement in the second half due to the upcoming peak season for refined oil transportation. The dividend yield is expected to increase, supporting a positive outlook for shareholders [1][3]. Financial Performance - In the first half of 2025, the company's net profit was HKD 1.15 billion, a year-on-year decrease of 14%, primarily due to the impact of the Hong Kong international corporate tax reform [1][2]. - Excluding the impact of income tax, the company's pre-tax profit only slightly decreased by 5% [2]. - The net profit forecast for 2025-2027 has been revised down to HKD 2.2 billion, HKD 2.4 billion, and HKD 2.5 billion respectively [1]. Business Operations - The company operates a fleet of 143 vessels, including 121 operational ships, with 86 long-term leased vessels providing stable earnings [2]. - The short-term leasing segment, which includes 35 vessels, is subject to fluctuations in shipping market conditions. The earnings from the refined oil tanker joint ventures halved in the first half of the year [2]. Market Outlook - The refined oil transportation sector is expected to see a seasonal peak, which may drive performance improvements in the second half of 2025. The demand for refined oil transportation is anticipated to grow due to the global shift of refineries [2]. - The company is expected to benefit from rising refined oil imports in Europe and increasing freight rates in the westward market, which will positively impact the fourth quarter of 2025 [2]. Dividend Policy - The company has increased its interim dividend for 2025 to HKD 0.05 per share, up from HKD 0.03 per share, reflecting a commitment to enhancing shareholder returns [3]. - The current PE ratio is 5.5 times, with a dividend yield of 7.3%. If the dividend payout ratio increases to 50%, the yield could rise to 9% [3].