Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" (maintained) [5] Core Views - The company, Pudong Construction, is a state-owned enterprise in the Pudong New Area, focusing on municipal construction and infrastructure development. It has a strong commitment to shareholder returns, with a dividend payout ratio expected to increase to 43.66% in 2024, reflecting its robust financial health and investment attractiveness [6][9] - The company has a diversified business model that includes design, construction, and investment, with a focus on integrated infrastructure services. It aims to enhance profit elasticity through mature park operations and stable rental income from projects like Deloitte Park and TOP Chip Link [6][9][39] - The company is expected to face short-term operational pressure due to a decline in new construction orders, but it maintains a strong market position in Shanghai, with significant order concentration in the Pudong area [6][32] Summary by Sections Financial Performance - The company's revenue is projected to reach RMB 18,859 million in 2024, with a year-on-year growth rate of 6.39%. However, a decline of 19.47% is expected in 2025, followed by modest growth in subsequent years [5][44] - The net profit attributable to shareholders is forecasted to be RMB 593 million in 2024, with a slight increase to RMB 369 million by 2027, indicating a stable yet cautious growth outlook [5][46] Business Segments - The construction segment remains the core business, contributing significantly to revenue. The company anticipates a revenue decline of 20% in this segment for 2025, with a gradual recovery thereafter [8][44] - The design and consulting segment is expected to face challenges, with revenue growth projected at -20% for 2025, while the park development segment is seen as a future growth driver [8][44] Market Environment - Shanghai's fiscal strength is robust, with a comprehensive financial capacity of RMB 14,027.9 billion in 2024, ranking sixth nationally. This financial stability supports ongoing infrastructure investments and project execution [27][30] - The company has a strong order backlog, with new construction orders expected to total approximately RMB 137.69 billion in 2025, despite a year-on-year decline of 22.72% [32] Strategic Initiatives - The company is actively pursuing a strategy to become a "technology-driven full-industry chain infrastructure investment and construction operator," focusing on integrated services across design, construction, and park operations [36][38] - Projects like Deloitte Park and TOP Chip Link are central to the company's strategy, aiming to create high-value park development and operational models that enhance profitability [39][40]
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