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Hong Kong & China Gas (DE:HCGS)
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Hong Kong & China Gas (HCGS) Price & Analysis

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HCGS Stock Chart & Stats

€0.69
€0.00(0.00%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
€0.69
€0.00(0.00%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Stable Utility ProfitabilityResilient net and operating margins show that the regulated utility model continues to support dependable profitability. This provides a durable earnings base even when revenue growth is limited or operating costs fluctuate.
Improving Cash GenerationStronger operating and free cash flow improves the company’s capacity to fund network investment, service debt, and support shareholder distributions. Positive free cash flow across the reported years adds evidence of ongoing cash-generation ability.
Essential Utility InfrastructureThe company operates essential gas production, transmission, distribution, and retail infrastructure serving diverse customer groups. This embedded network and recurring demand can provide durable market relevance and resilience through economic cycles.
Bears Say
Weak Revenue GrowthPersistent revenue softness indicates limited near-term expansion from the existing business base. Without stronger customer growth, consumption, or contribution from newer energy activities, weak top-line momentum may constrain operating leverage.
Gross-Margin PressureA sharp gross-margin decline signals pressure from gas procurement costs, regulated pricing, or business mix. Although EBIT and net margins remain resilient, sustained input or tariff pressure could weaken profitability and cash conversion.
Rising LeverageDebt now roughly matches equity, reducing financial flexibility compared with earlier years. Higher leverage can increase sensitivity to interest costs and earnings weakness, while potentially limiting the company’s ability to invest through a downturn.

HCGS FAQ

What was Hong Kong & China Gas’s price range in the past 12 months?
Hong Kong & China Gas lowest stock price was €0.61 and its highest was €0.82 in the past 12 months.
    What is Hong Kong & China Gas’s market cap?
    Hong Kong & China Gas’s market cap is €15.00B.
      When is Hong Kong & China Gas’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Hong Kong & China Gas’s upcoming earnings report date is Mar 24, 2027 which is in 179 days.
        How were Hong Kong & China Gas’s earnings last quarter?
        Hong Kong & China Gas released its earnings results on Aug 18, 2026. The company reported €0.022 earnings per share for the quarter.
          Is Hong Kong & China Gas overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Hong Kong & China Gas’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Hong Kong & China Gas pay dividends?
            Hong Kong & China Gas does not currently pay dividends.
            What is Hong Kong & China Gas’s EPS estimate?
            Hong Kong & China Gas’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
            How many shares outstanding does Hong Kong & China Gas have?
            Hong Kong & China Gas has 18,659,870,000 shares outstanding.
              What happened to Hong Kong & China Gas’s price movement after its last earnings report?
              Hong Kong & China Gas reported an EPS of €0.022 in its last earnings report. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 0.776%.
                Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Hong Kong & China Gas?
                Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in DE:HCGS
                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

                  Hong Kong & China Gas Stock Smart Score

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                  Technicals

                  SMA
                  Positive
                  20 days / 200 days
                  Momentum
                  7.89%
                  12-Months-Change

                  Fundamentals

                  Return on Equity
                  4.49%
                  Trailing 12-Months
                  Asset Growth
                  3.54%
                  Trailing 12-Months
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                  Company Description

                  Hong Kong & China Gas

                  Established in 1862 and headquartered in North Point, Hong Kong, The Hong Kong and China Gas Company Limited is a comprehensive energy and utilities provider. The company's core business revolves around the production, distribution, and marketing of gas throughout Hong Kong and Mainland China, supplying town gas to approximately 1.9 million customers. Its energy-related activities span the provision of liquefied natural gas, methanol, coal, and other chemicals, alongside initiatives in biomass and agricultural waste conversion, photovoltaic energy, energy exploration and utilization, and the operation of natural gas refilling stations, piped city-gas projects, and upstream/midstream developments, including aviation fuel facilities. Beyond its gas operations, the firm plays a crucial role in water management, delivering water supply and treating domestic sewage and industrial wastewater for 2.4 million customers. The company also offers a suite of technology services, including network connectivity, data center and cloud computing solutions, software development, solution implementation, and systems integration. Furthermore, its diversified offerings include consultancy and engineering contractor services for infrastructure, utilities installation, and civil/building projects, as well as the design and manufacturing of gas meters and metering systems. The company also produces polyethylene piping and fittings. Its broader operations extend to customer centers, various retail ventures (cafés, restaurants, laundries), automated meter reading system development, laboratory testing, payment gateway services, project management, landfill gas initiatives, financing, logistics, oil ventures, research and development, property development, and securities investment activities.

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