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中国水务(0855.HK):一次性因素拖累利润 自由现金流拐点出现
Ge Long Hui· 2025-07-11 02:38
Core Viewpoint - The company experienced a significant decline in performance due to a one-time provision for expected credit losses of HKD 498 million, leading to a year-on-year drop in net profit by 29.9% in FY2025 [1] Group 1: Financial Performance - In FY2025, the company reported revenue of HKD 11.656 billion, a decrease of 9.4% year-on-year, and a net profit of HKD 1.075 billion, down 29.9% year-on-year [1] - The one-time provision for other receivables resulted in an expected credit loss of HKD 498 million, significantly impacting the company's year-on-year performance [1] Group 2: Business Segments - In the water supply segment, urban water supply revenue was HKD 7.498 billion, a decrease of 9.4%, while the segment profit was HKD 2.493 billion, an increase of 0.1% [2] - The operating income in the water supply segment grew by 6.5% to HKD 3.526 billion, while construction services declined by 27.9% to HKD 2.833 billion [2] - In the direct drinking water business, operating services increased by 7.2% to HKD 315 million, but construction services fell by 82.8% to HKD 220 million [2] Group 3: Cash Flow and Dividends - A turning point in free cash flow is expected in FY2025, with capital expenditures dropping to approximately HKD 3.4 billion from a historical high of HKD 5.3 billion in FY2024 [3] - The total dividend for FY2025 is maintained at HKD 457 million, consistent with FY2024, with a dividend payout ratio of 42.53% [3] - With the continuous improvement in free cash flow, there is significant potential for an increase in dividends [3]