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2233 Stock Chart & Stats
HK$3.40
-HK$0.03(-1.99%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
HK$3.40
-HK$0.03(-1.99%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week RangeHK$1.34 - HK$3.83
Previous CloseN/A
Volume24.31M
Average Volume (3M)42.61M
Market Cap
HK$8.14B
Enterprise ValueHK$18.24B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)HK$1.48B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)HK$11.96B
Price to Earnings (P/E)8.3
Beta1.00
Next Earnings
Aug 31, 2026EPS Estimate
0.01Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield1.29%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.16
Shares Outstanding5,462,532,700
10 Day Avg. Volume48,984,311
30 Day Avg. Volume42,607,974
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.38
Price to Book (P/B)1.20
Price to Sales (P/S)1.58
P/FCF Ratio-8.59
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price TargetN/A
Price Target UpsideN/A
Rating ConsensusN/A
Number of Analyst Covering0
EPS Forecast (FY)0.18
Revenue Forecast (FY)HK$11.33B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Strong MarginsSustained gross (~27%) and operating (~17%) margins in 2025 indicate the core cement business generates adequate spread over costs. Over a 2–6 month horizon this margin profile supports resilience to moderate price or volume swings and underpins operating cash potential when volumes normalize.
Stable Revenue BaseRevenue tied to contractors, developers and infrastructure projects creates a durable end-market footprint. Structural demand for construction materials provides steady addressable demand over time; this supports predictable volume exposure and a clear market to monetize plant capacity as local activity recovers.
Improving ROEAn improving return on equity to ~6.8% shows progress in capital efficiency versus recent years. For the medium term this trend suggests management is gradually restoring profitability and allocation discipline, which can enhance reinvestment capacity and stakeholder returns if sustained.
Bears Say
Weak Cash GenerationSharp OCF decline and persistently negative free cash flow mean accounting profits are not converting into discretionary cash. Over several months this constrains debt servicing, dividends and capex flexibility, forcing reliance on external funding or asset sales and raising refinancing risk in a cyclical industry.
Elevated LeverageLeverage near parity reduces financial flexibility and increases sensitivity to demand downturns. In the medium term high debt amplifies interest burden and constrains strategic options—limiting ability to invest in efficiency or weather prolonged weak construction activity without incremental financing.
Revenue Weakness & CyclicalityRecent revenue decline and earnings still below prior-cycle highs reflect structural cyclicality and possible pricing or volume pressure. Persistent volatility undermines multi-quarter planning, hampers deleveraging and complicates long-term capital allocation, leaving recovery dependent on macro construction trends.
West China Cement News
2233 FAQ
What was West China Cement Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?
West China Cement Ltd. lowest stock price was HK$1.34 and its highest was HK$3.83 in the past 12 months.
What is West China Cement Ltd.’s market cap?
West China Cement Ltd.’s market cap is HK$8.14B.
When is West China Cement Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
West China Cement Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 31, 2026 which is in 51 days.
How were West China Cement Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
West China Cement Ltd. released its earnings results on Mar 22, 2026. The company reported HK$0.023 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of HK$0.093 by -HK$0.069.
Is West China Cement Ltd. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts West China Cement Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does West China Cement Ltd. pay dividends?
West China Cement Ltd. pays a Annually dividend of HK$0.055 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.29%. See more information on West China Cement Ltd. dividends here
What is West China Cement Ltd.’s EPS estimate?
West China Cement Ltd.’s EPS estimate is 0.01.
How many shares outstanding does West China Cement Ltd. have?
West China Cement Ltd. has 5,462,532,700 shares outstanding.
What happened to West China Cement Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
West China Cement Ltd. reported an EPS of HK$0.023 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of HK$0.093. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 0.417%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of West China Cement Ltd.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in HK:2233
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
West China Cement Stock Smart Score
Outperform
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Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
91.89%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
6.93%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
1.42%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
West China Cement Ltd.
West China Cement Limited functions as an investment holding enterprise, primarily focused on the manufacturing and distribution of cement and related building materials throughout the People's Republic of China. Its product lines are offered under the established brand names Yao Bai and Yaobaishuini. These essential cement-based items are extensively utilized in various construction endeavors, including significant infrastructure developments like highways, railways, bridges, hydroelectric power plants, and water management projects (both conservancy and transfer), as well as in residential and public infrastructure constructions. The company additionally engages in financial leasing and transportation sectors. Its corporate headquarters are situated in Xi'an, PRC.
Technical Analysis
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