China Starch Holdings Limited (HK:3838)
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3838 Stock Chart & Stats
HK$0.18
>-HK$0.01(-4.21%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
HK$0.18
>-HK$0.01(-4.21%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week RangeHK$0.16 - HK$0.23
Previous CloseN/A
Volume8.47M
Average Volume (3M)3.26M
Market Cap
HK$990.11M
Enterprise Value-HK$901.17M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)HK$2.86B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)HK$1.09B
Price to Earnings (P/E)4.6
Beta0.70
Next Earnings
Aug 13, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield5.38%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.04
Shares Outstanding5,964,492,000
10 Day Avg. Volume2,746,831
30 Day Avg. Volume3,255,005
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.08
Price to Book (P/B)0.23
Price to Sales (P/S)0.10
P/FCF Ratio-26.31
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price TargetN/A
Price Target UpsideN/A
Rating ConsensusN/A
Number of Analyst Covering0
EPS Forecast (FY)N/A
Revenue Forecast (FY)N/A
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Higher-value Product MixThe company sells not only commodity corn starch but also modified and specialty starches used across food, paper, textiles and pharma. This higher-value product mix supports margin resilience and customer stickiness, providing durable revenue diversification versus pure commodity exposure.
Manageable LeverageA moderate debt-to-equity ratio near 0.26 and sizable equity (~HK$4.24bn) give the company financial headroom to navigate cycles. Lower leverage reduces refinancing risk, supports steady operations, and leaves capacity for targeted investments or working-capital support over the coming months.
Proven Cash Generation In Favorable CyclesThe business demonstrated the ability to generate strong free cash flow in 2024, indicating operational efficiency and cash conversion potential when spreads and volumes align. This underlying cash-generation capacity is a durable asset for funding capex, dividends, or deleveraging when conditions improve.
Bears Say
Revenue Decline And Margin CompressionA roughly 10% revenue drop and sharp gross-margin compression materially reduced profitability in 2025. Persistent narrower spreads between corn input cost and selling prices can structurally limit operating leverage, reduce reinvestment capacity, and make earnings recovery dependent on commodity cycles.
Volatile Cash FlowsOperating cash flow and free cash flow swung dramatically in 2025, eroding financial flexibility. Such volatility constrains the firm’s ability to sustain capex, dividends, or strategic initiatives during downturns and increases reliance on external funding if adverse conditions persist.
Weak Returns And Earnings SensitivityA sharp fall in ROE signals diminished effectiveness of capital deployment and weaker profitability. Coupled with prior EPS and revenue declines, this highlights the business’s sensitivity to input cost swings and pricing, which can cap long-term return prospects absent structural margin improvement.
China Starch Holdings Limited News
3838 FAQ
What was China Starch Holdings Limited’s price range in the past 12 months?
China Starch Holdings Limited lowest stock price was HK$0.16 and its highest was HK$0.23 in the past 12 months.
What is China Starch Holdings Limited’s market cap?
China Starch Holdings Limited’s market cap is HK$990.11M.
When is China Starch Holdings Limited’s upcoming earnings report date?
China Starch Holdings Limited’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 13, 2026 which is in 63 days.
How were China Starch Holdings Limited’s earnings last quarter?
China Starch Holdings Limited released its earnings results on Mar 18, 2026. The company reported HK$0.006 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by HK$0.006.
Is China Starch Holdings Limited overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts China Starch Holdings Limited’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does China Starch Holdings Limited pay dividends?
China Starch Holdings Limited pays a Annually dividend of HK$0.01 which represents an annual dividend yield of 5.38%. See more information on China Starch Holdings Limited dividends here
What is China Starch Holdings Limited’s EPS estimate?
China Starch Holdings Limited’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does China Starch Holdings Limited have?
China Starch Holdings Limited has 5,964,492,000 shares outstanding.
What happened to China Starch Holdings Limited’s price movement after its last earnings report?
China Starch Holdings Limited reported an EPS of HK$0.006 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 1.22%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of China Starch Holdings Limited?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in HK:3838
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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China Starch Holdings Limited Stock Smart Score
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Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
11.80%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
4.38%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
2.61%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
China Starch Holdings Limited
China Starch Holdings Limited operates as an investment holding company, primarily focusing on the production and sale of various corn-derived and corn-refined products within the People's Republic of China. Its diverse product range encompasses cornstarch, lysine, starch-based sweeteners, and modified starch, among other related corn-based goods. The company's operations are structured into two distinct divisions: Upstream Products, and Fermented and Downstream Products. Additionally, it engages in the research, development, manufacturing, and distribution of food additives, animal feeds, amino acids, and a broad array of associated items, including glucose, maltose, dextrin, food-grade enzymes, bio-based materials, and lactate. Established in 2006, the company is headquartered in Causeway Bay, Hong Kong, and is a subsidiary of Merry Boom Group Limited.
Technical Analysis
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