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INDICATIVE · SAMPLE DATA
600787$4.7959

CMST Development Co Ltd

Courier, Postal, Air Freight & Land-based LogisticsVerified

CMST Development Co Ltd maintains a conservative capital structure with a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.18, indicating a relatively low reliance on debt financing. The company's liquidity position is characterized as medium, with a current ratio of 1.8, suggesting it can cover short-term obligations but with limited excess capacity. Free cash flow of 525.93 million CNY supports operational flexibility, though net cash is negative after subtracting total debt, signaling potential refinancing needs. Profitability metrics show a return on equity (ROE) of 3.92% and a return on assets (ROA) of 2.3%, both below the industry median for logistics firms. Gross profit of 2.03 billion CNY represents 3.0% of total revenue, indicating margin pressures in a competitive sector. Operating income of 1.1 billion CNY reflects a 1.6% operating margin, which is consistent with industry norms but leaves little room for volatility. The company's revenue is concentrated in a single business segment, with no disclosed geographic diversification. This lack of segmentation increases exposure to regional economic shifts and regulatory changes. No material revenue is attributed to international operations, suggesting a domestic focus that may limit growth potential in a globalized logistics market. Outlook for the current fiscal year shows stable revenue with no significant growth expected. Analysts project an EPS of 0.25 CNY, matching the last reported actual EPS, indicating a flat earnings trajectory. Capital expenditure of -180.8 million CNY suggests asset disposals or reduced investment in infrastructure, which may impact long-term capacity. Risk factors include medium liquidity risk due to the current ratio and negative net cash position. Dilution risk is assessed as low, with no near-term pressure from share issuance or convertible debt. However, the company's reliance on a single business model and geographic market increases vulnerability to sector-specific shocks. Recent filings and transcripts show no material changes in strategy or operations. The company continues to focus on cost optimization and service efficiency, with no disclosed M&A activity or major capital projects in the last reporting period.

30-day price · 600787-0.61 (-11.2%)
Low$4.76High$5.55Close$4.84As of25 May, 00:00 UTC
Profile
CompanyCMST Development Co Ltd
Ticker600787.SS
SectorIndustrials
BusinessTransportation
Industry groupTransportation
IndustryCourier, Postal, Air Freight & Land-based Logistics
AI analysis

Business. CMST Development Co Ltd operates in the courier, postal, air freight, and land-based logistics industry, providing transportation and logistics services to commercial and industrial clients.

Classification. The company is classified under the industry "Courier, Postal, Air Freight & Land-based Logistics" within the "Transportation" business sector and "Industrials" economic sector, with a confidence level of 0.92.

CMST Development Co Ltd maintains a conservative capital structure with a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.18, indicating a relatively low reliance on debt financing. The company's liquidity position is characterized as medium, with a current ratio of 1.8, suggesting it can cover short-term obligations but with limited excess capacity. Free cash flow of 525.93 million CNY supports operational flexibility, though net cash is negative after subtracting total debt, signaling potential refinancing needs. Profitability metrics show a return on equity (ROE) of 3.92% and a return on assets (ROA) of 2.3%, both below the industry median for logistics firms. Gross profit of 2.03 billion CNY represents 3.0% of total revenue, indicating margin pressures in a competitive sector. Operating income of 1.1 billion CNY reflects a 1.6% operating margin, which is consistent with industry norms but leaves little room for volatility. The company's revenue is concentrated in a single business segment, with no disclosed geographic diversification. This lack of segmentation increases exposure to regional economic shifts and regulatory changes. No material revenue is attributed to international operations, suggesting a domestic focus that may limit growth potential in a globalized logistics market. Outlook for the current fiscal year shows stable revenue with no significant growth expected. Analysts project an EPS of 0.25 CNY, matching the last reported actual EPS, indicating a flat earnings trajectory. Capital expenditure of -180.8 million CNY suggests asset disposals or reduced investment in infrastructure, which may impact long-term capacity. Risk factors include medium liquidity risk due to the current ratio and negative net cash position. Dilution risk is assessed as low, with no near-term pressure from share issuance or convertible debt. However, the company's reliance on a single business model and geographic market increases vulnerability to sector-specific shocks. Recent filings and transcripts show no material changes in strategy or operations. The company continues to focus on cost optimization and service efficiency, with no disclosed M&A activity or major capital projects in the last reporting period.
Key takeaways
  • CMST Development Co Ltd operates with a low debt-to-equity ratio but faces liquidity constraints due to negative net cash.
  • Profitability metrics are below industry medians, with ROE and ROA at 3.92% and 2.3%, respectively.
  • The company lacks geographic and segment diversification, increasing exposure to regional and sector-specific risks.
  • Analysts project flat earnings with no significant growth expected in the near term.
  • Capital expenditure is negative, indicating asset reduction or underinvestment in infrastructure.
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Financial snapshot
PeriodHA-latest
CurrencyCNY
Revenue$67.69B
Gross profit$2.03B
Operating income$1.10B
Net income$545.5M
R&D
SG&A
D&A
SBC
Operating cash flow$1.21B
CapEx-$180.8M
Free cash flow$525.9M
Total assets$23.76B
Total liabilities$9.85B
Total equity$13.91B
Cash & equivalents
Long-term debt$2.45B
Valuation
Market price$4.79
Market cap$10.39B
Enterprise value$12.85B
P/E19.1
Reported non-GAAP P/E
EV/Revenue0.2
EV/Op income11.7
EV/OCF10.6
P/B0.8
P/Tangible book0.8
Tangible book$13.91B
Net cash-$2.45B
Current ratio1.8
Debt/Equity0.2
ROA2.3%
ROE3.9%
Cash conversion2.2%
CapEx/Revenue-0.3%
SBC/Revenue
Asset intensity
Dilution ratio0.0%
Risk assessment
Dilution riskLow
Liquidity riskMedium
  • Net cash is negative after subtracting total debt.
Industry benchmarks
Activity: Courier, Postal, Air Freight & Land-based Logistics · cohort 72 companies
Metric600787Activity
Op margin1.6%4.7% medp25 1.8% · p75 6.9%bottom quartile
Net margin0.8%2.3% medp25 1.1% · p75 4.7%bottom quartile
Gross margin3.0%11.9% medp25 9.3% · p75 28.7%bottom quartile
CapEx / revenue-0.3%-2.5% medp25 -7.1% · p75 -0.7%top quartile
Debt / equity18.0%51.7% medp25 23.3% · p75 91.4%bottom quartile
Observations
IR observations
Mean recommendation2.00 (1=strong buy, 5=strong sell)
Strong-buy count0.00
Buy count1.00
Hold count0.00
Sell count0.00
Strong-sell count0.00
Mean EPS estimate0.25 CNY
Last actual EPS0.25 CNY
Mean revenue estimate66,180,550,000 CNY
Last actual revenue67,685,257,820 CNY
Social pillar48.98 (0-100)
Governance pillar23.21 (0-100)
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