Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" (maintained) [6] Core Views - The nuclear power business remains prosperous, while traditional engineering faces pressure [6] - The company is expected to benefit from the acceleration of nuclear power approvals and the expansion of long-term installation plans in China [8] - The company is exploring advanced technologies such as nuclear fusion while maintaining its traditional nuclear power business advantages [8] Financial Summary - For 2023, the company achieved operating revenue of 109,385 million RMB, with a year-on-year growth rate of 10.34% [7] - The net profit attributable to the parent company for 2023 was 2,063 million RMB, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 17.57% [7] - The earnings per share (EPS) for 2023 was 0.68 RMB [7] - The company’s total market capitalization is approximately 25,677.87 million RMB [4] - The company’s debt-to-asset ratio stands at 82.33% [4] Revenue and Profit Forecast - Projected operating revenue for 2024 is 113,541 million RMB, with a growth rate of 3.80% [7] - The forecasted net profit for 2024 is 2,064 million RMB, with a minimal growth of 0.07% [7] - The expected EPS for 2025 is 0.72 RMB, with a projected net profit of 2,174 million RMB [8] Business Performance - In 2024, the nuclear power engineering segment is expected to generate revenue of 322.12 billion RMB, a year-on-year increase of 34.63% [8] - The industrial and civil engineering segment is projected to see a revenue decline of 7.73% to 693.19 billion RMB [8] - New contracts signed in the nuclear power sector for 2024 are expected to reach 551.44 billion RMB, a year-on-year increase of 43.61% [8] Market Position - The company is positioned as a leader in nuclear power construction in China, with a strong outlook for future orders [8] - The company is increasing its research and development investment in the nuclear power sector, reflecting its commitment to technological innovation [8]
中国核建(601611):核电业务维持景气,传统工程仍有压力