Investment Rating - The report assigns an "Outperform" rating to the company with a target price of HKD 12.60, corresponding to a 27x P/E for 2026 [4][15][17]. Core Insights - The company has achieved rapid expansion from Southeast Asia to a global logistics operator covering 13 countries, leveraging a highly flexible regional agency model [4][18]. - Southeast Asia serves as the profit foundation, while improvements in profitability are observed in China, with emerging markets expected to form a second growth engine [4][18]. - The company has successfully entered new markets in the Middle East and Latin America, enhancing its global network [4][19]. Financial Summary - Total revenue is projected to grow from USD 8.849 billion in 2023 to USD 17.405 billion by 2027, with annual growth rates of 22%, 16%, 18%, 18%, and 22% respectively [3][14]. - Gross profit is expected to increase from USD 473 million in 2023 to USD 1.923 billion in 2027 [3]. - The company anticipates a return to profitability with net income projected to rise from a loss of USD 1.101 billion in 2023 to a profit of USD 864 million by 2027 [3][13]. Revenue Forecast - Revenue from Southeast Asia is expected to grow significantly, reaching USD 8.283 billion by 2027, with a CAGR of 34% from 2025 to 2027 [14][13]. - Revenue from China is projected to stabilize, with a slight increase to USD 7.109 billion by 2027 [14][13]. - New market revenues are anticipated to grow rapidly, reaching USD 1.958 billion by 2027, reflecting a strong CAGR of 43% [14][13]. Profitability Metrics - The company is expected to achieve a gross margin improvement, with gross margins projected to rise from 5.34% in 2023 to 11.05% in 2027 [3][14]. - Net profit margins are forecasted to improve significantly, with net profit margins expected to reach 4.96% by 2027 [3][14]. Valuation Methodology - The report utilizes both P/E and P/B valuation methods, ultimately favoring the P/E method due to its reflection of the company's brand value and operational efficiency [15][17]. - The target price of HKD 12.60 is based on a 27x P/E for 2026, while a P/B valuation suggests a lower target price of HKD 10.64 [17].

Investment Rating - The report assigns a "Buy" rating to J&T Express with a target price of HKD 12.60, corresponding to a 27x P/E for 2026 [5][10][22]. Core Insights - J&T Express has achieved rapid expansion from Southeast Asia to a global logistics operator covering 13 countries, driven by a highly flexible regional agency model [2][10]. - The company is expected to see significant revenue growth, with projected revenues of USD 12.1 billion in 2025, USD 14.3 billion in 2026, and USD 17.4 billion in 2027, reflecting year-on-year growth rates of 18%, 18%, and 22% respectively [4][20]. - The net profit attributable to the parent company is forecasted to improve significantly, reaching USD 3.82 billion in 2025, USD 5.24 billion in 2026, and USD 8.64 billion in 2027, with year-on-year growth rates of 280%, 37%, and 65% respectively [4][20]. Financial Summary - Total revenue is projected to grow from USD 8.849 billion in 2023 to USD 17.405 billion in 2027, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 22% [4][20]. - Gross profit is expected to increase from USD 473 million in 2023 to USD 1.923 billion in 2027, indicating a strong improvement in profitability [4]. - The company is anticipated to achieve a positive net profit margin by 2024, with a return on equity (ROE) projected to reach 18.75% by 2027 [4][21]. Business Overview - J&T Express was founded in 2015 and has rapidly become a leading logistics service provider in Southeast Asia, with a market share of 32.8% as of mid-2025 [24][25]. - The company has expanded its operations into China and several emerging markets, including the Middle East and Latin America, establishing a comprehensive logistics network [24][25]. - The strategic acquisitions of logistics companies in China have significantly enhanced J&T's market presence and operational capabilities [25][26]. Market Analysis - The Southeast Asian e-commerce market is experiencing robust growth, which is expected to drive an increase in parcel volumes for J&T Express [15][16]. - In China, the company is focusing on optimizing its revenue structure and improving profitability as the market stabilizes [16][20]. - New market expansions are projected to yield substantial growth, with expected parcel volumes increasing significantly in the coming years [17][20].

Investment Rating - The report assigns an initial recommendation of "Buy" for J&T Express (01519.HK) with a target price of HKD 7.69, representing a potential upside of 36% from the current price of HKD 5.64 [2]. Core Insights - J&T Express is a global integrated logistics service provider that achieved adjusted profitability in 2024, with a net profit of USD 200 million and an adjusted net profit margin of 2.0%. This marks a significant turnaround from a loss of USD 430 million in 2023 [5][34]. - The company operates in three major markets: Southeast Asia, China, and new markets, with Southeast Asia being the primary profit contributor, while the Chinese market shows rapid improvement in profitability [5][50]. Summary by Sections Company Overview - Founded in 2015, J&T Express has rapidly expanded its logistics network across 13 countries, including Southeast Asia and China, utilizing a flexible regional agency model that enhances operational efficiency and reduces capital requirements [17][31]. Financial Performance - In 2024, J&T Express reported total revenue of USD 10.26 billion, a year-on-year increase of 15.9%, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 60.8% from 2020 to 2024. The adjusted EBITDA reached USD 780 million, reflecting a 431% increase year-on-year [6][35]. - The company achieved adjusted EBIT of USD 300 million in 2024, marking its first annual profit, with a significant improvement in cash flow from operations, which rose to USD 810 million [37][38]. Market Analysis China Market - J&T Express has established a strong presence in China, achieving a market share of 11.3% with a total volume of 19.8 billion parcels in 2024. The company’s revenue in China reached USD 6.39 billion, growing by 22.2% year-on-year [25][34]. - The growth in the Chinese market is attributed to strategic acquisitions and partnerships, particularly with Pinduoduo, which provided a substantial volume of business during its initial expansion [62][68]. Southeast Asia Market - The Southeast Asian market remains the core profit driver for J&T Express, with a market share of 28.6% and a total parcel volume of 4.56 billion in 2024. Revenue from this region was USD 3.22 billion, up 22.3% year-on-year [9][23]. - The company has maintained its leading position in Southeast Asia since 2020, benefiting from strong economic growth and a favorable demographic profile [9][50]. New Markets - J&T Express is expanding into new markets, including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Brazil, Mexico, and Egypt, where it has achieved a market share of 6.1% with a parcel volume of 280 million in 2024. Revenue from these markets was USD 580 million, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 76.1% [10][26]. Profitability and Valuation - The report forecasts J&T Express's net profits for 2025-2027 to be USD 333 million, USD 538 million, and USD 761 million, respectively, with corresponding earnings per share (EPS) of USD 0.04, USD 0.06, and USD 0.08 [11][12]. - The valuation is based on a segmented approach, considering the differences in market dynamics and profitability across the three regions, leading to a target market capitalization of HKD 69 billion by 2025 [12][12].