Jiangsu Zhongsheng Gaoke Environmental Co Ltd
Jiangsu Zhongsheng Gaoke Environmental Co Ltd has a market price of 20.25 CNY per share, with a market capitalization of 2.53 billion CNY [doc:HA-latest]. The company's price-to-earnings ratio is 34.26, and its price-to-book ratio is 7.74, indicating a premium valuation relative to its book value [doc:HA-latest]. The enterprise value to EBITDA ratio is 26.40, and the enterprise value to revenue ratio is 14.19, suggesting a relatively high valuation in relation to its earnings and revenue [doc:HA-latest]. The company's liquidity is assessed as medium, with a current ratio of 1.62, indicating it has sufficient short-term assets to cover its short-term liabilities [doc:HA-latest]. The company's profitability is reflected in its return on equity of 22.58% and return on assets of 8.37%, both of which are strong indicators of efficient use of equity and assets [doc:HA-latest]. The operating margin is 53.72% (calculated as operating income of 104.27 million CNY divided by revenue of 194.08 million CNY), which is significantly higher than the median for the Oil & Gas Refining and Marketing industry [doc:HA-latest]. The net profit margin is 38.00% (calculated as net income of 73.73 million CNY divided by revenue of 194.08 million CNY), also exceeding the industry median [doc:HA-latest]. The company's revenue is primarily concentrated in the domestic market, with no disclosed international operations. The environmental protection business and lubricating oil production are the two main segments, though the exact revenue contribution from each is not specified in the input data [doc:HA-latest]. The company's exposure to geographic and regulatory risks is primarily within China, where it operates all its facilities and services [doc:HA-latest]. The company's growth trajectory is positive, with a strong operating cash flow of 208.55 million CNY and a free cash flow of 40.09 million CNY [doc:HA-latest]. The capital expenditure of -53.40 million CNY indicates a reduction in capital spending, which may be a strategic move to preserve cash or a reflection of asset sales [doc:HA-latest]. The outlook for the current fiscal year is positive, with a strong net income and operating income, suggesting continued profitability [doc:HA-latest]. The company's risk assessment indicates a medium liquidity risk and a low dilution risk. The key flag of negative net cash after subtracting total debt suggests potential liquidity constraints [doc:HA-latest]. The debt-to-equity ratio of 0.69 indicates a moderate level of leverage, with total liabilities of 554.26 million CNY and total equity of 326.56 million CNY [doc:HA-latest]. The company's long-term debt of 226.91 million CNY is a significant portion of its liabilities, which could impact its financial flexibility [doc:HA-latest]. Recent events and filings do not indicate any major operational or financial disruptions. The company's last actual EPS was 0.60 CNY, as reported by analysts [doc:]. There are no disclosed recent transcripts or filings that suggest significant changes in the company's strategic direction or financial health [doc:HA-latest].
Business. Jiangsu Zhongsheng Gaoke Environmental Co Ltd produces and sells lubricating oils and provides environmental protection services, including sewage treatment, soil remediation, and environmental consulting, primarily in the domestic market [doc:HA-latest].
Classification. The company is classified under the Energy - Fossil Fuels business sector and Oil & Gas Refining and Marketing industry, with a confidence level of 0.92 [doc:verified market data].
- The company has a strong return on equity of 22.58% and a high operating margin of 53.72%, indicating efficient operations and profitability.
- The company's valuation metrics, including a price-to-earnings ratio of 34.26 and a price-to-book ratio of 7.74, suggest a premium valuation.
- The company's liquidity is assessed as medium, with a current ratio of 1.62, indicating it has sufficient short-term assets to cover its short-term liabilities.
- The company's debt-to-equity ratio of 0.69 indicates a moderate level of leverage, with total liabilities of 554.26 million CNY and total equity of 326.56 million CNY.
- The company's growth trajectory is positive, with a strong operating cash flow of 208.55 million CNY and a free cash flow of 40.09 million CNY.
- The company's risk assessment indicates a low dilution risk and a medium liquidity risk, with a key flag of negative net cash after subtracting total debt.
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- Net cash is negative after subtracting total debt.