Core Viewpoint - CICC has raised the target price for China Eastern Airlines (00670) to HKD 5.5, maintaining an "outperform" rating due to improved profit forecasts for 2026 and expected valuation increases as the market cycle deepens [1] Financial Performance - In Q3, China Eastern Airlines reported revenue of RMB 39.59 billion, a year-on-year increase of 3.1% [1] - The net profit for the same period was RMB 3.53 billion, corresponding to earnings per share of RMB 0.16, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 34.4% [1] - The performance was in line with CICC's expectations [1] Cost and Pricing Analysis - The decline in oil prices contributed to a decrease in unit operating costs, which fell by 4.3% year-on-year [1] - Domestic oil prices decreased by 11.2% year-on-year, impacting the overall cost structure positively [1] Profit Forecast Adjustments - Due to lower-than-expected ticket prices in the first three quarters of 2025, CICC has reduced the net profit forecast for China Eastern Airlines A/H shares for 2025 by 37.5% to RMB 1.49 billion [1] - Conversely, the profit forecast for 2026 has been increased by 8.3% to RMB 5.93 billion, reflecting improved ticket price expectations [1]
中金：升中国东方航空股份(00670)目标价至5.5港元 维持“跑赢行业”评级