Core Viewpoint - Citigroup's report indicates that the sales data for Luk Fook Holdings in the second quarter of the fiscal year 2026 (ending September) fell short of expectations, but discussions with management revealed that the profit margin for the first half of fiscal year 2026 is better than anticipated [1] Financial Performance Summary - Citigroup expects Luk Fook's mid-term performance to be announced in late November, forecasting an 18% revenue growth [1] - Gross margin is projected to expand by 2.3 percentage points to 35% compared to previous years [1] - Selling, General and Administrative expenses (SG&A) are expected to decrease by 2.4 percentage points to 18.9% [1] - Hedging losses are anticipated to increase to HKD 400 million [1] - Net profit is forecasted to grow by 31% [1] Profit Forecast Adjustments - Citigroup has raised its net profit forecasts for Luk Fook Holdings for the fiscal years 2026 to 2029 by 22%, 19%, and 9% respectively [1] - The firm believes that the group's valuation remains attractive [1] Rating and Target Price - Citigroup maintains a "Buy" rating for Luk Fook Holdings, increasing the target price from HKD 30.8 to HKD 34.2 [1]
大行评级丨花旗：上调六福集团目标价至34.2港元 估值仍具有吸引力