Stella International Holdings Limited (HK:1836)
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Stella International Holdings Limited
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Rating:74Outperform
Price Target:
HK$16.00
â–²(8.40% Upside)
Action:ReiteratedDate:03/23/26
The score is supported primarily by strong financial strength (especially the low-leverage balance sheet) and attractive valuation/income (low P/E and high dividend yield). These positives are tempered by weak technicals (below major moving averages with negative MACD) and some deterioration in 2025 margins and cash conversion.
Positive Factors
Conservative balance sheet
Very low leverage meaningfully reduces refinancing and solvency risk for a capital-intensive manufacturer. This balance-sheet conservatism supports dividend capacity, cushions cyclical revenue swings, and preserves optionality to invest in capacity or absorb short-term shocks without needing external funding.
Negative Factors
Margin deterioration
A clear step-down in margins signals either cost pressure or weaker pricing power; in contract manufacturing this can persist if input inflation, freight, or competitive pricing remains. Sustained margin erosion reduces cash available for reinvestment and weakens long-term profitability unless structural fixes occur.
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Positive Factors
Negative Factors
Conservative balance sheet
Very low leverage meaningfully reduces refinancing and solvency risk for a capital-intensive manufacturer. This balance-sheet conservatism supports dividend capacity, cushions cyclical revenue swings, and preserves optionality to invest in capacity or absorb short-term shocks without needing external funding.
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Stella International Holdings Limited (1836) vs. iShares MSCI Hong Kong ETF (EWH)
Market Cap
HK$12.35B
Dividend Yield10.16%
Average Volume (3M)1.48M
Price to Earnings (P/E)11.6
Beta (1Y)0.17
Revenue Growth-0.14%
EPS Growth-14.24%
CountryHK
Employees42,600
SectorConsumer Cyclical
Sector Strength84
IndustryApparel - Footwear & Accessories
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.55
Shares Outstanding839,726,500
10 Day Avg. Volume1,094,403
30 Day Avg. Volume1,475,751
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.61
Price to Book (P/B)1.46
Price to Sales (P/S)1.02
P/FCF Ratio13.81
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
HK$15.05Price Target Upside1.94% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering3
EPS Forecast (FY)0.17
Revenue Forecast (FY)HK$1.56B
Stella International Holdings Limited Business Overview & Revenue Model
Company Description
Stella International Holdings Limited designs, develops, manufactures, and sells footwear products and leather goods in North America, the People's Republic of China, Europe, Asia, and internationally. It operates in two segments, Manufacturing; a...
How the Company Makes Money
The company primarily makes money by providing contract manufacturing (OEM/ODM) services to global brand customers. Revenue is generated mainly from (1) manufacturing and selling finished footwear (and related products) to brand clients based on c...
Stella International Holdings Limited Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Date:Mar 21, 2024
(Q4-2023)
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Next Earnings Date:Aug 20, 2026
Earnings Call Sentiment Neutral
The earnings call highlighted solid performance in the fourth quarter, with increased revenue and shipment volumes. The company is focusing on operational efficiency and has a strong order book for 2024. However, there are challenges such as a decline in annual revenue, issues in the retail segment, and a weaker luxury market. Overall, the highlights and expectations for efficiency improvements and full order books for 2024 create a balanced sentiment.Positive Updates
Fourth Quarter Revenue Increase
The group's unaudited consolidated revenue increased by 13.5% to $389.5 million for the fourth quarter of 2023.
Negative Updates
Annual Revenue Decline
For the year ended 31st December 2023, the group's unaudited consolidated revenue decreased by approximately 8.5% to $1,492.7 million.
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Q4-2023 Updates
Positive
Negative
Fourth Quarter Revenue Increase
The group's unaudited consolidated revenue increased by 13.5% to $389.5 million for the fourth quarter of 2023.
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Company Guidance
During the earnings call for Stella International Holdings Limited, the company provided detailed guidance for the fourth quarter and the full year of 2023. The group's unaudited consolidated revenue for the fourth quarter increased by 13.5% to $389.5 million, while the full year revenue decreased by 8.5% to $1,492.7 million. The manufacturing business experienced a similar pattern, with a 13.5% revenue increase in the fourth quarter to $380.3 million and an 8.9% decrease for the full year to $1,044.3 million. Shipment volumes rose by 10.9% year-on-year in the fourth quarter but fell by 12.5% for the year. The average selling price (ASP) saw an increase of 2.1% in the fourth quarter and 4.2% for the year, attributed to changes in the customer and product mix. The company remains optimistic about its medium-term goals, aiming for a 10% operating margin and a low teens annualized growth rate in profit after tax over its three-year plan. For 2024, the company anticipates volume growth to be flat to mid-single digits, with ASP likely remaining flat, supported by gross margin improvements, better production efficiency, and cost controls.Stella International Holdings Limited Financial Statement Overview
Summary
Income Statement
78
Positive
Balance Sheet
90
Very Positive
Cash Flow
72
Positive
| Breakdown | Dec 2025 | Dec 2024 | Dec 2023 | Dec 2022 | Dec 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Income Statement | |||||
| Total Revenue | 1.57B | 1.55B | 1.49B | 1.63B | 1.54B |
| Gross Profit | 342.84M | 383.96M | 366.73M | 352.13M | 316.85M |
| EBITDA | 199.25M | 220.01M | 218.50M | 192.62M | 160.62M |
| Net Income | 138.19M | 171.05M | 141.07M | 118.03M | 89.69M |
Balance Sheet | |||||
| Total Assets | 1.44B | 1.42B | 1.36B | 1.26B | 1.30B |
| Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments | 373.24M | 423.55M | 294.48M | 213.65M | 135.69M |
| Total Debt | 16.33M | 12.00M | 15.24M | 22.17M | 29.00M |
| Total Liabilities | 329.57M | 305.83M | 292.24M | 242.13M | 281.49M |
| Stockholders Equity | 1.10B | 1.10B | 1.05B | 998.86M | 998.60M |
Cash Flow | |||||
| Free Cash Flow | 115.97M | 197.09M | 161.51M | 182.14M | 64.55M |
| Operating Cash Flow | 207.31M | 264.07M | 229.15M | 240.08M | 120.26M |
| Investing Cash Flow | -95.25M | -31.35M | -56.57M | -53.77M | -71.35M |
| Financing Cash Flow | -155.95M | -102.64M | -90.79M | -106.41M | -22.62M |
Stella International Holdings Limited Technical Analysis
Neutral
14.76
Price Trends
14.55
Positive
15.17
Negative
15.18
Negative
Market Momentum
-0.07
Negative
58.46
Neutral
89.20
Negative
Evaluating momentum and price trends is crucial in stock analysis to make informed investment decisions. For HK:1836, the sentiment is Neutral. The current price of 14.76 is above the 20-day moving average (MA) of 14.25, above the 50-day MA of 14.55, and below the 200-day MA of 15.18, indicating a neutral trend. The MACD of -0.07 indicates Negative momentum. The RSI at 58.46 is Neutral, neither overbought nor oversold. The STOCH value of 89.20 is Negative, not indicating any strong overbought or oversold conditions. Overall, these indicators collectively point to a Neutral sentiment for HK:1836.
Stella International Holdings Limited Peers Comparison
UnderperformOutperform
Sector (61)
Name | Overall Rating | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | ROE | Dividend Yield | Revenue Growth | EPS Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
80 Outperform | HK$13.98B | 8.83 | 12.93% | 5.22% | 14.63% | 15.55% | |
74 Outperform | HK$12.35B | 11.59 | 9.07% | 10.16% | -0.14% | -14.24% | |
74 Outperform | HK$24.62B | 8.62 | 9.61% | 7.69% | 5.75% | 0.93% | |
73 Outperform | HK$469.92M | 1.91 | 27.89% | 5.45% | 31.25% | 147.52% | |
61 Neutral | $18.38B | 12.79 | -2.54% | 3.03% | 1.52% | -15.83% | |
61 Neutral | HK$471.72M | 8.99 | -10.55% | 11.54% | -1.38% | -275.02% | |
49 Neutral | HK$298.07M | -12.78 | -2.53% | 4.15% | 2.32% | -88.07% |
* Consumer Cyclical Sector Average
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Stella International Holdings Limited Corporate Events
Stella International Declares HKD 0.37 Final Dividend for 2025
Mar 19, 2026
Stella International Holdings Limited has declared a final ordinary cash dividend of HKD 0.37 per share for the financial year ended 31 December 2025, subject to shareholder approval at the annual general meeting on 14 May 2026. The record date fo...
Stella International Declares Special Cash Dividend for FY2025
Mar 19, 2026
Stella International Holdings Limited has declared a special cash dividend of HKD 0.56 per share for the financial year ended 31 December 2025, subject to shareholder approval at a meeting scheduled for 14 May 2026. The dividend will be paid in Ho...
Stella International Lifts Revenue, Expands into Handbags and Boosts Dividends
Mar 19, 2026
Stella International Holdings reported a 3.8% rise in shipment volume for 2025, driven largely by its Sports footwear category, with revenue edging up 1.6% to US$1.57 billion. Despite higher cost of sales compressing gross profit, the group mainta...
Stella International Sets March Board Meeting to Approve 2025 Results and Consider Final Dividend
Jan 15, 2026
Stella International Holdings Limited has scheduled a board meeting for 19 March 2026 to review and approve the annual results for the financial year ended 31 December 2025. At the same meeting, the board will also consider whether to recommend a ...
Stella International Posts Modest 2025 Growth as Sports Footwear and Capacity Expansion Drive Strategy
Jan 15, 2026
Stella International reported modest top-line growth for 2025, with unaudited consolidated revenue up 0.8% year-on-year to US$388.6 million in the fourth quarter and 1.5% to US$1,567.8 million for the full year. Revenue from its core footwear manu...
Stella International Sets 2026 Board and Committee Line-Up
Dec 30, 2025
Stella International Holdings Limited has announced the composition of its board of directors effective 1 January 2026, comprising four executive directors, including Chairman Chen Li-Ming, Lawrence and Chief Executive Officer Chi Lo-Jen, and five...
Stella International Appoints Veteran HR Executive Connie Ma as Independent Non-Executive Director
Dec 30, 2025
Stella International Holdings Limited has appointed veteran human resources executive Ms. Ma Hui-Fan, Connie as an independent non-executive director, effective 1 January 2026, and as a member of its Corporate Governance, Nomination and Remunerati...
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