Core Insights - The company reported a 12.9% year-on-year decline in total revenue and a 24.4% drop in net profit attributable to shareholders for FY26H1, amounting to HKD 5.18 billion and HKD 570 million respectively, primarily due to fluctuations in the mainland real estate market and a decrease in water connection income [1] - Despite the overall decline, the core water supply business showed growth, with related revenue and water sales increasing by 4.5% and 5.0% to HKD 1.80 billion and 7.6 million tons respectively [1] - The company has accelerated water price increases, with 8 water supply projects approved for price hikes, achieving the annual target of 8 to 10 projects, which is expected to exceed expectations for FY26 [1] Financial Performance - The company's capital expenditure decreased by 31.8% year-on-year to HKD 1.24 billion for FY26H1, with a full-year target of less than HKD 2 billion, representing a decline of at least 40.4% [2] - The reduction in capital expenditure is anticipated to support the company's high dividend policy [2] Ratings and Forecasts - The company has revised down its net profit forecasts for FY26-28 by 10.8%, 14.8%, and 14.8% respectively, and adjusted the target price from HKD 6.90 to HKD 6.52, reflecting a potential upside of 10.1% and a price-to-earnings ratio of 9.5 times for FY27 [2] - The company maintains a "Buy" rating based on the FY26H1 performance and anticipated water price increases [2]
中国水务(0855.HK)：中期核心业务保增长 项目提价步伐料可超预期