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3978 Stock Chart & Stats
HK$3.87
HK$0.01(0.27%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
HK$3.87
HK$0.01(0.27%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week RangeHK$2.62 - HK$5.99
Previous CloseN/A
Volume1.12M
Average Volume (3M)1.49M
Market Cap
HK$2.37B
Enterprise ValueHK$1.56B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)HK$1.30B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)HK$336.22M
Price to Earnings (P/E)6.4
Beta1.03
Next Earnings
Sep 01, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield5.86%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.39
Shares Outstanding847,221,000
10 Day Avg. Volume1,953,543
30 Day Avg. Volume1,488,212
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.18
Price to Book (P/B)3.34
Price to Sales (P/S)1.46
P/FCF Ratio5.66
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)0.42
Revenue Forecast (FY)HK$2.23B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Strong Profitability MarginsChina Beststudy reported materially strong operating and net margins in 2025, implying the core tutoring business can generate durable earnings per unit of revenue. Higher EBIT and net margins support internal reinvestment, dividend capacity and a buffer versus cost shocks, improving long-term resilience.
Revenue Re-accelerationRevenue growth re-accelerated to about 9% in 2025 after years of stagnation, indicating renewed demand traction and recovery of enrolment or pricing power. Sustained mid-single-digit growth can compound revenue and support margin leverage and scale in the medium term if sustained by curriculum-aligned offerings.
Improved Leverage And Balance Sheet FlexibilityLeverage has materially reduced versus the stressed 2020–2021 period, with debt-to-equity around 0.40 in 2025. This lower leverage increases financial flexibility, reduces refinancing and interest-rate vulnerability, and supports capacity for capital allocation to centers, hiring, or shareholder returns over the medium term.
Bears Say
Multi-year Revenue And Earnings VolatilityThe company has exhibited sharp revenue and earnings swings across recent years, including a step-down in 2022 and a 2021 net loss. Such volatility undermines predictability of cash flows and makes multi-quarter planning and consistent unit economics harder, increasing execution risk for medium-term strategies.
Inconsistent Cash Generation And FCF DeclineAlthough operating cash flow was strong in the latest years, free cash flow fell in 2025 and prior periods showed negative cash conversion. Inconsistent cash generation limits reliable funding for expansion or dividends, raises sensitivity to cost shocks, and complicates forecasting of sustainable shareholder returns.
Historic Balance-sheet StressPast episodes of very high leverage highlight that the company can be vulnerable in downturns and historically needed significant balance-sheet repair. Even with current improvement, residual operational or macro shocks could re-expose funding stress and raise the cost of capital over the medium term.
China Beststudy Education Group News
3978 FAQ
What was China Beststudy Education Group’s price range in the past 12 months?
China Beststudy Education Group lowest stock price was HK$2.62 and its highest was HK$5.99 in the past 12 months.
What is China Beststudy Education Group’s market cap?
China Beststudy Education Group’s market cap is HK$2.37B.
When is China Beststudy Education Group’s upcoming earnings report date?
China Beststudy Education Group’s upcoming earnings report date is Sep 01, 2026 which is in 59 days.
How were China Beststudy Education Group’s earnings last quarter?
China Beststudy Education Group released its earnings results on Mar 19, 2026. The company reported HK$0.214 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by HK$0.214.
Is China Beststudy Education Group overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts China Beststudy Education Group’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does China Beststudy Education Group pay dividends?
China Beststudy Education Group pays a Quarterly dividend of HK$0.117 which represents an annual dividend yield of 5.86%. See more information on China Beststudy Education Group dividends here
What is China Beststudy Education Group’s EPS estimate?
China Beststudy Education Group’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does China Beststudy Education Group have?
China Beststudy Education Group has 847,221,000 shares outstanding.
What happened to China Beststudy Education Group’s price movement after its last earnings report?
China Beststudy Education Group reported an EPS of HK$0.214 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -3.063%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of China Beststudy Education Group?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in HK:3978
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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China Beststudy Education Group Stock Smart Score
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Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
74.93%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
37.38%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
30.11%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
China Beststudy Education Group
Established in Guangzhou in 1997, China Beststudy Education Group delivers a comprehensive range of after-school educational programs primarily for K-12 students across China. Its core offerings include intensive full-time preparation courses designed to assist middle and high school students in gaining admission to their desired institutions. The company also focuses on holistic student development through talent education, which promotes an engaging and enjoyable learning environment. Additionally, it provides after-school tutoring to cultivate robust learning habits, build strong foundational knowledge, and refine analytical thinking. Self-study initiatives are offered to enhance students' independent learning proficiencies. Furthermore, Beststudy contributes to vocational training by collaborating with public vocational colleges to develop skilled technical professionals. Beyond its educational focus, the group extends its services to include management consulting, internet information solutions, publicity and advertising, technical support and development, and various investment activities.
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