YUTO TECH.(002831) 申万宏源·2024-11-12 01:50Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" (maintained) [7] Core Views - The company reported Q3 2024 earnings that exceeded expectations, with revenue of 12.259 billion yuan for the first three quarters, a year-on-year increase of 13.4%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 1.114 billion yuan, up 13.1% year-on-year [7] - The company is accelerating its international expansion, with overseas production bases covering Southeast Asia, South Asia, and Mexico, leading to higher theoretical net profit margins compared to domestic operations [7] - The company has a strong customer base and is expanding into new sectors, including 3C, eco-friendly paper and plastic, tobacco and alcohol packaging, and cosmetics, with significant growth potential in these areas [7] - The gross profit margin for Q3 2024 was 27.6%, with a net profit margin of 12.6%, indicating ongoing operational improvements despite external pressures such as currency fluctuations [7] - The company plans to maintain a dividend payout ratio of over 60% and has initiated a share buyback program, enhancing its investment appeal [7] Financial Summary - For 2024, the company forecasts total revenue of 17.237 billion yuan, a year-on-year growth of 13.2%, and a net profit of 1.633 billion yuan, reflecting a growth rate of 13.5% [8] - The projected earnings per share for 2024 is 1.75 yuan, with a price-to-earnings ratio of 15 [8] - The company’s return on equity (ROE) is expected to improve to 13.8% in 2024 [8]