West China Cement Ltd. (HK:2233)
:2233
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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$1.29 - HK$3.83
Previous CloseN/A
Volume24.31M
Average Volume (3M)42.61M
Market Cap
HK$8.90B
Enterprise ValueHK$20.81B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)HK$1.48B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)HK$11.96B
Price to Earnings (P/E)8.8
Beta0.91
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 Target
HK$1.10Price Target Upside-67.65% Downside
Rating ConsensusModerate Sell
Number of Analyst Covering1
EPS Forecast (FY)0.18
Revenue Forecast (FY)HK$11.38B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Margin ProfileSustained gross (~27%) and operating (~17%) margins indicate structural pricing power and cost control in cement operations. These margins provide a buffer through cyclical demand swings, supporting core profitability and the ability to fund maintenance capex and sustain operations over the next several quarters.
Established Business ModelA focused, scale-driven model selling cement, clinker and ancillary building materials to contractors and infrastructure projects is durable. Long-term structural demand for construction and infrastructure gives persistent revenue sources and allows the firm to leverage production and distribution scale over 2–6 months and beyond.
Improving ROEAn improving return on equity (~6.8% in 2025) signals better capital efficiency versus recent years. While below earlier peaks, rising ROE suggests management is generating incremental returns from invested capital, which helps support reinvestment and dividend capacity if cash conversion trends normalize.
Bears Say
Weak Cash GenerationPersistent negative free cash flow and a sharp drop in operating cash flow mean accounting profits are not converting to discretionary cash. This structural cash-generation shortfall constrains the company’s ability to reduce debt, fund growth or absorb demand cyclicality without external financing over the coming months.
Elevated LeverageLeverage near parity with equity (~0.94) reduces financial flexibility in a cyclical sector. With weak cash conversion, higher debt increases refinancing and interest risk, limits ability to absorb lower volumes, and constrains strategic actions (capex, M&A) that require balance-sheet headroom over the medium term.
Revenue Volatility And Recent DeclineCement demand exposure to real estate and infrastructure drives revenue volatility; a meaningful decline in 2025 shows cyclical softness. Persistent top-line weakness makes margin planning and capital allocation harder and raises the risk that profits and cash flow will remain pressured across the next 2–6 months.
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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$1.29 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$8.90B.
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 81 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$0.092 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$0.092. 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?
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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
6.91%
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.
2233 Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
HK$1.10
▼(-67.65% Downside)
Technical Analysis
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