AIRC Stock Chart & Stats
91.25 p
3.34 p(3.79%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
91.25 p
3.34 p(3.79%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range91.25 p - 91.25 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume4.00K
Average Volume (3M)4.00K
Market Cap
£10.86B
Enterprise Value290.07K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£15.79B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£215.36B
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
BetaN/A
Next Earnings
Oct 23, 2026EPS Estimate
>-0.01Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)-0.03
Shares Outstanding4,562,683,600
10 Day Avg. Volume4,000
30 Day Avg. Volume4,000
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.09
Price to Book (P/B)2.49
Price to Sales (P/S)0.63
P/FCF Ratio4.32
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
£54.50Price Target Upside-40.28% Downside
Rating ConsensusHold
Number of Analyst Covering3
EPS Forecast (FY)-2.18
Revenue Forecast (FY)£1.84T
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Revenue RecoveryStrong revenue recovery indicates that passenger and cargo demand has rebuilt meaningfully after the downturn. Continued top-line expansion can improve aircraft utilization, spread fixed operating costs across more capacity, and support earnings normalization if profitability converts with scale.
Positive Cash GenerationPositive operating and free cash flow provide an important foundation for funding operations and required investment internally. This cash generation is a durable strength because it can help support fleet and network needs while reducing reliance on external financing.
Broad Aviation PlatformThe flagship-carrier position and broad domestic, international, passenger, and cargo network create a substantial operating platform. Exposure across multiple aviation segments can support durable market relevance and provide opportunities to balance demand across routes and services.
Bears Say
High LeverageVery high leverage leaves Air China with limited balance-sheet protection if industry conditions weaken. A small equity cushion increases financial risk, while substantial debt can constrain investment flexibility and make recovery more dependent on sustained operating improvement.
Weak Core ProfitabilityThe return to positive net income has not yet translated into consistently profitable core operations. Negative operating profit and volatile margins suggest cost pressures or other operating challenges remain, limiting the durability of earnings and the quality of the recovery.
Declining Free Cash FlowAlthough cash generation remains positive, the sharp TTM free-cash-flow decline weakens the company’s ability to fund growth and reduce debt internally. Modest debt coverage further limits financial flexibility, particularly while leverage remains elevated.
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AIRC FAQ
What was Air China Ltd’s price range in the past 12 months?
Air China Ltd lowest share price was 91.25 p and its highest was 91.25 p in the past 12 months.
What is Air China Ltd’s market cap?
Air China Ltd’s market cap is £10.86B.
When is Air China Ltd’s upcoming earnings report date?
Air China Ltd’s upcoming earnings report date is Oct 23, 2026 which is in 30 days.
How were Air China Ltd’s earnings last quarter?
Air China Ltd released its earnings results on Aug 30, 2026. The company reported -0.022 p earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of -0.009 p by -0.013 p.
Is Air China Ltd overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Air China Ltd’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Air China Ltd pay dividends?
Air China Ltd does not currently pay dividends.
What is Air China Ltd’s EPS estimate?
Air China Ltd’s EPS estimate is >-0.01.
How many shares outstanding does Air China Ltd have?
Air China Ltd has 4,562,683,600 shares outstanding.
What happened to Air China Ltd’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Air China Ltd reported an EPS of -0.022 p in its last earnings report, missing expectations of -0.009 p. Following the earnings report the stock price went same 0%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Air China Ltd?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:AIRC
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
Air China Stock Smart Score
Neutral
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SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
0.00%
12-Months-Change
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Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
13.10%
Trailing 12-Months
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Company Description
Air China Ltd
Air China Limited is a prominent aviation enterprise delivering a comprehensive suite of services, encompassing air passenger transport, air cargo logistics, and diverse airline support functions. Its extensive operational network covers not only Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan but also reaches across Europe, North America, Japan, Korea, and the broader Asia Pacific region, extending its international footprint. The company structures its activities primarily into Airline Operations and a broader Other Operations segment. Complementing its core flight services, Air China provides aircraft engineering, airport ground handling, cabin services, airline catering, air ticketing, human resources solutions, aircraft overhaul and maintenance, and various financial offerings. It also engages in import and export trade. As of December 31, 2021, the company commanded a fleet of 746 passenger aircraft, which included business jets. Founded in 1988 and headquartered in Beijing, People's Republic of China, Air China Limited operates as a subsidiary of China National Aviation Holding Corporation Limited.
AIRC Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
54.50 p
▼(-40.28% Downside)
Technical Analysis
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