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2518 Stock Chart & Stats
HK$36.08
HK$0.25(0.49%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
HK$36.08
HK$0.25(0.49%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week RangeHK$30.90 - HK$58.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume100.00
Average Volume (3M)27.40K
Market Cap
HK$21.50B
Enterprise Value-HK$3.75K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)HK$18.41B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)HK$56.41M
Price to Earnings (P/E)5.9
Beta0.94
Next Earnings
Oct 29, 2026EPS Estimate
0.69Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield8.36%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)3.79
Shares Outstanding509,387,600
10 Day Avg. Volume27,320
30 Day Avg. Volume27,403
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.01
Price to Book (P/B)0.20
Price to Sales (P/S)0.71
P/FCF Ratio5.92
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
HK$37.32Price Target Upside3.43% Upside
Rating ConsensusHold
Number of Analyst Covering3
EPS Forecast (FY)2.23
Revenue Forecast (FY)HK$6.01B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Balance Sheet StrengthAutohome’s very low leverage and large equity base provide durable financial flexibility. With minimal solvency risk the company can fund product development, maintain marketing and platform investments, and sustain cash returns or weather auto-cycle downturns without urgent refinancing pressure.
Positive Free Cash FlowConsistent positive free cash flow supports long-term operational stability and shareholder returns. Even as flows have softened, persistent FCF enables reinvestment in the platform, servicing of recurring expenses, and provides a buffer to maintain dealer/advertiser product development and strategic initiatives.
Diversified Monetization ModelAutohome’s multi-pronged monetization—brand/performance marketing, dealer subscriptions/tools, and platform referral fees—creates recurring revenue streams and customer stickiness. This structural diversity reduces single-customer concentration and supports resilience across car-sales cycles.
Bears Say
Declining RevenueTwo consecutive years of revenue decline signal weakening top-line traction and potential loss of ad/lead share. Persistently shrinking revenue undermines scale advantages, limits reinvestment capacity, and makes it harder to restore former growth trajectories without structural product or market-share changes.
Margin CompressionMaterial compression in operating and EBITDA margins reduces free cash flow generation and long-term return on invested capital. Sustained lower margins constrain pricing flexibility, limit marketing/product spend, and increase sensitivity to cost inflation or slower dealer/advertiser budgets.
Falling Cash Flow TrendA multi-year decline in operating and free cash flow, including a sharp 2024 drop, erodes the company’s ability to self-fund growth or absorb shocks. Reduced cash generation narrows strategic optionality, may force prioritization of investments, and heightens reliance on the balance sheet despite low leverage.
Autohome Inc Class A News
2518 FAQ
What was Autohome Inc Class A’s price range in the past 12 months?
Autohome Inc Class A lowest stock price was HK$30.90 and its highest was HK$58.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Autohome Inc Class A’s market cap?
Autohome Inc Class A’s market cap is HK$21.50B.
When is Autohome Inc Class A’s upcoming earnings report date?
Autohome Inc Class A’s upcoming earnings report date is Oct 29, 2026 which is in 69 days.
How were Autohome Inc Class A’s earnings last quarter?
Autohome Inc Class A released its earnings results on Aug 20, 2026. The company reported HK$0.639 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of HK$0.561 by HK$0.078.
Is Autohome Inc Class A overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Autohome Inc Class A’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Autohome Inc Class A pay dividends?
Autohome Inc Class A pays a Semiannually dividend of HK$1.294 which represents an annual dividend yield of 8.36%. See more information on Autohome Inc Class A dividends here
What is Autohome Inc Class A’s EPS estimate?
Autohome Inc Class A’s EPS estimate is 0.69.
How many shares outstanding does Autohome Inc Class A have?
Autohome Inc Class A has 509,387,600 shares outstanding.
What happened to Autohome Inc Class A’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Autohome Inc Class A reported an EPS of HK$0.639 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of HK$0.561. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -1.929%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Autohome Inc Class A?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in HK:2518
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
Autohome Inc Class A Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Hold
Average Price Target:
HK$37.32 (3.43% Upside)
HK$37.32 (3.43% Upside)
News Sentiment
Very Bearish
Bullish news 0%
Bearish news 100%
Bearish news 100%
Technicals
SMA
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20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-13.18%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
8.36%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-7.78%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Autohome Inc Class A
Autohome Inc. stands as a premier online hub for automotive consumers throughout the People's Republic of China. The company empowers car buyers with a rich array of interactive content and sophisticated tools, accessible via its flagship websites — autohome.com.cn, che168.com, and ttpai.cn — across various digital touchpoints including personal computers, mobile devices, dedicated applications, and mini-programs. Its comprehensive offerings span media solutions, encompassing advertising for automakers and localized marketing initiatives, alongside robust lead generation services. These include subscription packages for dealerships, advertising opportunities for independent dealers, and a platform for used automobile listings and other value-added services. Further diversifying its portfolio, Autohome operates the Autohome Mall, an integrated online marketplace where users can explore automotive information, acquire discounted coupons from manufacturers, and finalize vehicle purchases. The company also provides specialized data products and hosts an online bidding platform dedicated to pre-owned vehicles. Additionally, it generates revenue by earning commissions for facilitating auto-financing and insurance transactions through its ecosystem. Established in 2008 as Sequel Limited, the company rebranded to Autohome Inc. in October 2011. Its headquarters are situated in Beijing, People's Republic of China.
2518 Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
HK$37.32
▲(3.43% Upside)
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