According to Citi's research report, VTECH HOLDINGS (00303.HK) -0.600 (-1.148%) Short selling $4.96M; Ratio 32.784% 's net profit for the fiscal year ended March fell by 5.9% to USD156.8 million, around 13% lower than the broker's forecast of USD179.6 million.The broker attributed the worse-than-expected results to (1) the inventory backlog before the US Independence Day pushing up manufacturing costs and direct labor expenses; and (2) the acquisition of Gigaset leading to higher operating expenses and tax rates.Related NewsCiti Lists H-shrs w/ US Exports (Table)Accordingly, Citi lowered its FY26-27 earnings forecasts for VTECH HOLDINGS by 23-24% and introduced a forecast for FY28. It also cut its target price from HKD65 to HKD62 and maintained the Buy rating referencing historical averages and a dividend yield of 7-8% for FY26.(HK stocks quote is delayed for at least 15 mins.Short Selling Data as at 2025-05-16 12:25.)