BofAS said in a research report that GWMOTOR (02333.HK) -0.260 (-2.192%) Short selling $41.61M; Ratio 13.761% recorded 1Q revenue of RMB45.1 billion, up 13% YoY but down 35% QoQ. Sales volume rose 5% YoY but fell 33% QoQ. Gross margin increased by 0.6 ppts YoY and 1.2 ppts QoQ to 18.5%, mainly benefiting from greater contributions from overseas markets and premium models.In terms of earnings, 1Q net profit declined 46% YoY and 23% QoQ to RMB945 million, mainly due to a RMB1 billion foreign exchange gain recorded in the same period last year, compared with a RMB50 million foreign exchange loss this quarter. Excluding forex impacts, net profit would have increased 42% YoY. In addition, net profit after deducting non-recurring items was RMB482 million, down 67% YoY and 17% QoQ.Related News Jefferies Expects GREAT WALL MOTOR (02333.HK) to Emerge from Earnings Trough; 2Q26 Gross Margin Seen ImprovingThe broker lowered its earnings forecasts for 2026 to 2028 by 4%, 4% and 3%, respectively. It cut the TP for GREAT WALL MOTOR (02333.HK) -0.260 (-2.192%) Short selling $41.61M; Ratio 13.761% H-shares from HKD14.6 to HKD14.3 and maintained a Neutral rating, believing that its strong product lineup and solid growth have been reflected in the valuation. For GREAT WALL MOTOR (601633.SH) -0.060 (-0.301%) A-shares, the TP was reduced from RMB18.4 to RMB18.1, with an Underperform rating maintained given its relatively high valuation. (ss/u)(HK stocks quote is delayed for at least 15 mins.Short Selling Data as at 2026-04-30 16:25.) (A Shares quote is delayed for at least 15 mins.)
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