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Cathay Pacific Airways (CPCAY)
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Cathay Pacific Airways (CPCAY) Price & Analysis

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CPCAY Stock Chart & Stats

$7.55
-$0.06(-1.01%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$7.55
-$0.06(-1.01%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Post‑pandemic Earnings RecoveryCathay's recovery through 2023–2025 signals durable restoration of demand and operational normalization across passenger and cargo. Sustained profitability in 2024–2025 supports recurring earnings, underwriting long‑term network investment and preserving strategic optionality.
Solid Cash GenerationConsistent positive operating cash flow and healthy FCF in 2023–2025, with FCF covering a meaningful portion of earnings (~60–74%), demonstrates durable cash conversion. Reliable free cash aids fleet maintenance, capital expenditure and strengthens ability to pay down debt over time.
Healthy Margins And ReturnsMid‑teens ROE and mid‑single digit net margins across recent years indicate efficient asset utilization and margin capture when demand is stable. These returns support internal financing capacity and provide a buffer to fund gradual growth or shareholder distributions in stable cycles.
Bears Say
Relatively High LeverageDebt roughly equal to equity and historically higher leverage reduce financial flexibility. In a capital‑intensive, cyclical airline industry this increases interest and refinancing risk, constraining the company’s ability to absorb demand shocks or pursue opportunistic investments.
Cyclical Margin VolatilityHistoric swings and prior multi‑year losses show earnings sensitivity to economic and travel cycles. Persistent volatility complicates multi‑year planning, makes cashflow less predictable, and increases the risk that profits and distributions will be disrupted in downturns.
Cash Flow Volatility And Weak CoveragePeriods of negative operating and free cash flow and low cash coverage versus debt undermine resilience. During cyclical downturns this raises liquidity and refinancing risk, potentially forcing asset sales, higher borrowing costs, or equity raises that dilute long‑term returns.

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CPCAY FAQ

What was Cathay Pacific Airways’s price range in the past 12 months?
Cathay Pacific Airways lowest stock price was $6.41 and its highest was $8.99 in the past 12 months.
    What is Cathay Pacific Airways’s market cap?
    Cathay Pacific Airways’s market cap is $10.06B.
      When is Cathay Pacific Airways’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Cathay Pacific Airways’s upcoming earnings report date is Jun 19, 2026 which is in 10 days.
        How were Cathay Pacific Airways’s earnings last quarter?
        Cathay Pacific Airways released its earnings results on Mar 11, 2026. The company reported $0.687 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by $0.687.
          Is Cathay Pacific Airways overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Cathay Pacific Airways’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Cathay Pacific Airways pay dividends?
            Cathay Pacific Airways pays a Semiannually dividend of $0.408 which represents an annual dividend yield of 5.05%. See more information on Cathay Pacific Airways dividends here
              What is Cathay Pacific Airways’s EPS estimate?
              Cathay Pacific Airways’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does Cathay Pacific Airways have?
              Cathay Pacific Airways has 1,216,225,600 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Cathay Pacific Airways’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Cathay Pacific Airways reported an EPS of $0.687 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 4.34%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Cathay Pacific Airways?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in CPCAY
                  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

                    Cathay Pacific Airways Stock Smart Score

                    Company Description

                    Cathay Pacific Airways

                    Cathay Pacific Airways Limited, alongside its group of companies, functions as a major global airline, specializing in both international passenger and air cargo transportation. Hong Kong serves as the primary operational hub for the majority of its flights. Beyond its primary aviation services, the company also engages in a wide array of auxiliary operations. These encompass property investment, managing a travel rewards program, and operating as a tour provider. Additionally, it offers financial services, facilitates aircraft leasing and acquisition, and handles airline catering. The group provides extensive ground support, including information processing, aircraft ramp handling, general ground handling, and advanced aircraft engineering. Its scope also covers airport ground engineering support, equipment maintenance, inventory technical management, and even specialized services like laundry and dry cleaning. Furthermore, Cathay Pacific manages a sophisticated computer network for exchanging air cargo data and delivers repair and maintenance services to other transportation firms. Geographically, its extensive network spans the Americas, Europe, Southeast Asia, the Southwest Pacific, North Asia, South Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. As of December 31, 2021, its fleet comprised 234 aircraft, which directly served 119 destinations across 35 countries worldwide from Hong Kong, notably including 26 cities within China. Established in 1946, the company maintains its headquarters on Lantau Island, Hong Kong.

                    Cathay Pacific Airways (CPCAY) Earnings & Revenues

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                    CPCAY Earnings Call

                    Q4 2026
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