Air China Cargo Co Ltd
Air China Cargo Co Ltd operates as an air freight and logistics provider within the Industrials sector, generating revenue through cargo transportation services.
Business. Air China Cargo Co Ltd operates as an air freight and logistics provider within the Industrials sector, generating revenue through cargo transportation services.
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Air China Cargo Co Ltd operates as an air freight and logistics provider within the Industrials sector, generating revenue through cargo transportation services.
(a) Capital structure and liquidity are characterized by a conservative balance sheet with a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.0 and a current ratio of 2.89. Total equity stands at 26.84 billion CNY against total liabilities of 3.11 billion CNY, indicating strong solvency. However, the risk assessment flags medium liquidity risk and notes that net cash is negative after subtracting total debt, suggesting operational cash conversion challenges despite the strong balance sheet position.
(b) Profitability metrics show a return on equity (ROE) of 8.47% and a return on assets (ROA) of 7.59%. The company generated a net income of 2.58 billion CNY on revenue of 22.88 billion CNY, resulting in a net margin of approximately 11.3%. Operating income was 3.47 billion CNY, demonstrating effective cost control relative to gross profit of 3.90 billion CNY. Without cohort median data provided, these returns are assessed in isolation, but the positive operating leverage is evident.
- The company maintains a strong balance sheet with zero debt-to-equity and a high current ratio of 2.89, yet faces medium liquidity risk due to negative net cash after debt subtraction.
- Profitability is solid with an ROE of 8.47% and ROA of 7.59%, supported by a net income of 2.58 billion CNY on 22.88 billion CNY in revenue.
- Free cash flow is negative at -448.66 million CNY, driven by high capital expenditures of 4.53 billion CNY that exceed operating cash flow of 4.26 billion CNY.
- Valuation multiples include a P/E of 22.98 and an EV/EBITDA of 17.29, reflecting the market's pricing of the company's earnings and cash flow generation.
- Dilution risk is assessed as low, with basic and diluted shares outstanding being identical at 12.21 billion shares.
- Classification confidence is low at 0.20, indicating potential ambiguity in the company's precise industry positioning within the Air Freight & Logistics sector.
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Generated · model-assistedNet income surged 39.7% year-over-year to CNY 2.58 billion, demonstrating strong profitability growth momentum.
Free cash flow improved dramatically by 482.9% year-over-year, signaling a major recovery in cash generation capabilities.
The company maintains a zero debt-to-equity ratio, well above the 75th percentile, ensuring a robust balance sheet.
Free cash flow remains negative at CNY -449 million in the latest period, indicating ongoing cash burn.
Revenue growth has stalled with a mere 1.5% four-year CAGR, suggesting limited top-line expansion potential.
Medium liquidity risk flags suggest potential challenges in meeting short-term financial obligations or operational needs.
Long-term debt increased to CNY 126 million from previous periods, though levels remain relatively low overall.
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- Air China Cargo Co Ltd Market data — financials · 2026-07-07