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EC Healthcare (HK:2138)
:2138
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EC Healthcare (2138) Price & Analysis

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2138 Stock Chart & Stats

HK$0.57
-HK$0.01(-1.61%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
HK$0.57
-HK$0.01(-1.61%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Cash Generation ResiliencyPositive operating and free cash flow (~606.6M) provide durable liquidity and operational flexibility despite accounting losses. Over the next 2–6 months this cash generation can fund working capital, service debt, and small investments without immediate equity raises, cushioning near-term recovery risks.
Diversified Consumer Healthcare ModelMulti-vertical service mix (screening, aesthetics, primary care) supports cross-referrals and recurring revenue from memberships and corporate programs. This consumer-oriented diversification reduces single-segment dependence and helps stabilize demand patterns and lifetime value across economic cycles over coming months.
Underlying Operating Profitability (EBITDA)A ~14.5% EBITDA margin indicates underlying cash profitability of core operations even as accounting items depress EBIT and net income. Sustained EBITDA supports operational scalability and provides a base to improve reported earnings if non-cash charges or one-off adjustments normalize.
Bears Say
Multi-year Revenue Decline And LossesConsecutive revenue declines and a shift from profitability to sustained losses erode earnings power and limit reinvestment capacity. Over months, weaker top-line trends hurt customer acquisition economics and increase reliance on cost cuts or external funding to restore growth and margins.
Severe Gross Margin VolatilityA collapse in gross margin suggests material mix, pricing, cost recognition, or accounting shifts, undermining earnings quality. Such volatility makes margin forecasting unreliable and raises risk that cash conversion and pricing power are impaired until business mix or cost structures are demonstrably stabilized.
Weakening Balance Sheet And Rising LeverageRising leverage alongside falling equity increases financial fragility and reduces headroom for strategic investments. Negative ROE and declining assets signal shrinking capital base; if profitability doesn't recover, elevated leverage could constrain refinancing options and raise funding costs within months.

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2138 FAQ

What was EC Healthcare’s price range in the past 12 months?
EC Healthcare lowest stock price was HK$0.34 and its highest was HK$1.20 in the past 12 months.
    What is EC Healthcare’s market cap?
    EC Healthcare’s market cap is HK$420.75M.
      When is EC Healthcare’s upcoming earnings report date?
      EC Healthcare’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 26, 2026 which is in 116 days.
        How were EC Healthcare’s earnings last quarter?
        EC Healthcare released its earnings results on Jun 29, 2026. The company reported -HK$0.331 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by -HK$0.331.
          Is EC Healthcare overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts EC Healthcare’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does EC Healthcare pay dividends?
            EC Healthcare pays a Annually dividend of HK$0.01 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.72%. See more information on EC Healthcare dividends here
              What is EC Healthcare’s EPS estimate?
              EC Healthcare’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does EC Healthcare have?
              EC Healthcare has 1,185,211,300 shares outstanding.
                What happened to EC Healthcare’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                EC Healthcare reported an EPS of -HK$0.331 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 8.219%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of EC Healthcare?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in HK:2138
                  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

                    EC Healthcare Stock Smart Score

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                    Technicals

                    SMA
                    Positive
                    20 days / 200 days
                    Momentum
                    -19.02%
                    12-Months-Change

                    Fundamentals

                    Return on Equity
                    Trailing 12-Months
                    Asset Growth
                    -13.48%
                    Trailing 12-Months

                    Company Description

                    EC Healthcare

                    EC Healthcare, an investment holding firm, delivers an extensive range of medical and healthcare services throughout Hong Kong, Macau, and mainland China. Its operations are structured into three primary divisions: Medical, Aesthetic Medical and Beauty and Wellness, and an 'Others' category. The company's diverse service offerings include quasi-medical treatments, beauty and wellness programs, medical imaging, surgical procedures, aesthetic medicine, dentistry, hair restoration, vaccinations, chiropractic care, psychological support, and orthopedic services. Beyond direct patient care, EC Healthcare also provides administrative and management support, laboratory diagnostics, various marketing and performance marketing solutions, and even travel agency services. Furthermore, it retails beauty and skincare products, manages healthcare machinery, engages in property investment, offers multi-channel networking, and extends its expertise to veterinary services. Its product and service portfolio is primarily marketed under proprietary brands such as PRODERMA LAB, Swissline, Suissebeaute, and re:HEALTH. Established in 2005 and headquartered in Mong Kok, Hong Kong, the company was formerly known as Union Medical Healthcare Limited before rebranding to EC Healthcare in April 2021.

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