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Lai Sun Development Co Ltd (HK:0488)
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Lai Sun Development Co (0488) Price & Analysis

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0488 Stock Chart & Stats

HK$0.58
-HK$0.01(-1.47%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
HK$0.58
-HK$0.01(-1.47%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Diversified Business ModelLai Sun's mix of property development plus recurring property investment and hotel operations creates multiple cashflow channels. Over 2-6 months this diversification cushions revenue volatility from single-project cycles and supports a base of recurring rental and hospitality income.
Stable Equity ProportionThe balance sheet note that the equity ratio remains relatively stable suggests a modest capital buffer. Even with elevated leverage, a maintained equity share improves loss-absorption capacity and supports access to financing or asset-backed options during medium-term stress.
Size And Asset Portfolio ScaleOperating a broad portfolio of property and hotel assets and a workforce of thousands gives Lai Sun operational scale and local market knowledge. Scale supports negotiating power with tenants and suppliers, operational efficiencies, and the ability to reallocate assets or adjust hotel operations over months.
Bears Say
Declining Revenue And Deep LossesSustained revenue decline alongside very negative net margins indicates the core property and hospitality operations are not generating sufficient profit. Over a multi-month horizon this erodes equity, limits reinvestment, and increases the difficulty of funding development pipelines without external support.
Elevated LeverageA debt-to-equity ratio above 1 indicates significant leverage relative to equity. Coupled with weak profitability, this raises refinancing, interest coverage and covenant risks, constraining strategic flexibility and increasing vulnerability to rising rates or slower asset sales over the coming months.
Severe Cash Flow DeteriorationA near-200% decline in free cash flow growth and poor operating cash conversion signal acute liquidity strain. Weak cash generation undermines the company's ability to complete projects, service debt and maintain hotel operations, posing a sustained operational and financing risk.

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0488 FAQ

What was Lai Sun Development Co Ltd’s price range in the past 12 months?
Lai Sun Development Co Ltd lowest stock price was HK$0.50 and its highest was HK$1.08 in the past 12 months.
    What is Lai Sun Development Co Ltd’s market cap?
    Lai Sun Development Co Ltd’s market cap is HK$1.24B.
      When is Lai Sun Development Co Ltd’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Lai Sun Development Co Ltd’s upcoming earnings report date is Oct 16, 2026 which is in 148 days.
        How were Lai Sun Development Co Ltd’s earnings last quarter?
        Lai Sun Development Co Ltd released its earnings results on Mar 27, 2026. The company reported -HK$0.803 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by -HK$0.803.
          Is Lai Sun Development Co Ltd overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Lai Sun Development Co Ltd’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Lai Sun Development Co Ltd pay dividends?
            Lai Sun Development Co Ltd pays a Annually dividend of HK$0.093 which represents an annual dividend yield of N/A. See more information on Lai Sun Development Co Ltd dividends here
              What is Lai Sun Development Co Ltd’s EPS estimate?
              Lai Sun Development Co Ltd’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does Lai Sun Development Co Ltd have?
              Lai Sun Development Co Ltd has 1,453,328,900 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Lai Sun Development Co Ltd’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Lai Sun Development Co Ltd reported an EPS of -HK$0.803 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went same 0%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Lai Sun Development Co Ltd?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in HK:0488
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                    Company Description

                    Lai Sun Development Co Ltd

                    Lai Sun Development Company Limited, together with its subsidiaries, invests in, develops, leases, and sells real estate properties in Hong Kong, Mainland China, Macau, the United Kingdom, Vietnam, and internationally. It operates through Property Development and Sales; Property Investment; Hotel Operation; Restaurant Operation; Media and Entertainment; Film and TV Program; Cinema Operation; Theme Park Operation; and Others segments. The company also invests in, develops, operates in, and manages cultural, leisure, entertainment, and related facilities; hotels and restaurants; and provides management and consultancy services to hotels, serviced apartments, and restaurants. In addition, it engages in the development, operation, and investment of media and entertainment events; cinema operations; golf apparel retailing; and music production and distribution, as well as provision of related advertising services. Further, the company invests in, produces, licenses, and distributes television programs, films, and video format products. Additionally, the company offers property management, real estate agency, leasing agency, performance agency, and building services; and luxury yachts brokerage, charter, marketing, management, and crew placement services; and finance and treasury services. It also provides artiste management services; sells albums; distributes and licenses music and film rights; and trades in gaming products. In addition, the company distributes movie video compact discs, digital video discs, and Blu-ray discs. Further, it engages in film library management; video duplication services; and translating and subtitling of television programs. The company is headquartered in Central, Hong Kong. Lai Sun Development Company Limited is a subsidiary of Lai Sun Garment (International) Limited.

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