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3978 Stock Chart & Stats
HK$3.87
HK$0.01(0.27%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
HK$3.87
HK$0.01(0.27%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week RangeHK$2.62 - HK$5.67
Previous CloseN/A
Volume1.12M
Average Volume (3M)1.49M
Market Cap
HK$2.19B
Enterprise ValueHK$1.25K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)HK$1.30B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)HK$336.22M
Price to Earnings (P/E)6.1
Beta0.99
Next Earnings
Mar 25, 2027EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield8.02%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.39
Shares Outstanding847,221,000
10 Day Avg. Volume1,953,543
30 Day Avg. Volume1,488,212
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.18
Price to Book (P/B)3.34
Price to Sales (P/S)1.46
P/FCF Ratio5.66
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
HK$5.34Price Target Upside37.98% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering2
EPS Forecast (FY)0.42
Revenue Forecast (FY)HK$2.19B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Strong ProfitabilityHealthy net and operating margins indicate effective delivery economics and pricing capacity. If maintained, this profitability provides resources to fund learning operations, absorb cost pressures, and support resilient earnings over the next several quarters.
Revenue Re-accelerationThe return to stronger revenue growth suggests improving demand for the company’s education services after a muted period. Sustained enrollment and course uptake would improve operating leverage and reinforce its position in the tutoring market.
Positive Cash GenerationSubstantial recent operating and free cash flow shows that the business can convert reported activity into liquidity. This supports reinvestment in centers and platforms, debt servicing, and shareholder distributions without relying heavily on external funding.
Bears Say
Historically Volatile RevenueThe sharp earlier revenue contraction and subsequent uneven growth indicate sensitivity to changing education demand and operating conditions. This history limits confidence that recent recovery will develop into a consistently durable growth trajectory.
Inconsistent Cash FlowAlthough recent cash generation is positive, prior negative periods and the latest free-cash-flow decline reveal variability in cash conversion. This can constrain investment flexibility and make funding needs less predictable through future business cycles.
Balance-Sheet VolatilityCurrent leverage is manageable, but the prior period of very high debt and negative return on equity demonstrates that the capital structure has been unstable. A renewed downturn could again pressure financial flexibility and stakeholder returns.
China Beststudy Education Group News
3978 FAQ
What was China Beststudy Education Group’s price range in the past 12 months?
China Beststudy Education Group lowest stock price was HK$2.62 and its highest was HK$5.67 in the past 12 months.
What is China Beststudy Education Group’s market cap?
China Beststudy Education Group’s market cap is HK$2.19B.
When is China Beststudy Education Group’s upcoming earnings report date?
China Beststudy Education Group’s upcoming earnings report date is Mar 25, 2027 which is in 205 days.
How were China Beststudy Education Group’s earnings last quarter?
China Beststudy Education Group released its earnings results on Aug 20, 2026. The company reported HK$0.259 earnings per share for the quarter.
Is China Beststudy Education Group overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts China Beststudy Education Group’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does China Beststudy Education Group pay dividends?
China Beststudy Education Group pays a Quarterly dividend of HK$0.117 which represents an annual dividend yield of 8.02%. See more information on China Beststudy Education Group dividends here
What is China Beststudy Education Group’s EPS estimate?
China Beststudy Education Group’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does China Beststudy Education Group have?
China Beststudy Education Group has 847,221,000 shares outstanding.
What happened to China Beststudy Education Group’s price movement after its last earnings report?
China Beststudy Education Group reported an EPS of HK$0.259 in its last earnings report. Following the earnings report the stock price went same 0%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of China Beststudy Education Group?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in HK:3978
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
China Beststudy Education Group Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
HK$5.34 (37.98% Upside)
HK$5.34 (37.98% Upside)
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
74.93%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
8.02%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
18.92%
Trailing 12-Months
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Company Description
China Beststudy Education Group
Established in Guangzhou in 1997, China Beststudy Education Group delivers a comprehensive range of after-school educational programs primarily for K-12 students across China. Its core offerings include intensive full-time preparation courses designed to assist middle and high school students in gaining admission to their desired institutions. The company also focuses on holistic student development through talent education, which promotes an engaging and enjoyable learning environment. Additionally, it provides after-school tutoring to cultivate robust learning habits, build strong foundational knowledge, and refine analytical thinking. Self-study initiatives are offered to enhance students' independent learning proficiencies. Furthermore, Beststudy contributes to vocational training by collaborating with public vocational colleges to develop skilled technical professionals. Beyond its educational focus, the group extends its services to include management consulting, internet information solutions, publicity and advertising, technical support and development, and various investment activities.
3978 Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
HK$5.34
▲(37.98% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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