Zhi Tong Cai Jing·2025-11-17 08:31Core Viewpoint - The report from China Merchants Securities International raises Tencent Holdings' target price by 9% to HKD 766, maintaining a "Buy" rating, driven by improved earnings forecasts and operational efficiencies from AI [1] Financial Projections - Tencent's revenue is projected to grow by 14% and 10% year-on-year for the fiscal years 2025 and 2026, respectively [1] - Non-IFRS net profit is expected to increase by 17% and 15% for the same fiscal years [1] Valuation Metrics - The forecasted price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio for Tencent is 21x and 19x for the fiscal years 2025 and 2026, which is above the average plus one standard deviation [1] - In comparison, the P/E ratios for Chinese peers are 17x and 15x, while U.S. peers are at 28x for both years [1] Competitive Advantages - Tencent benefits from a strong social network moat and advancements in AI technology [1] - The company is expected to see profit and valuation upside from AI-driven initiatives, advertising, AI product commercialization, and overseas opportunities [1] Key Risks - Major risks identified include macroeconomic factors, consumer behavior, regulatory challenges, competition, and product pipeline issues [1]