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0981 Stock Chart & Stats
HK$71.35
-HK$0.95(-1.34%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
HK$71.35
-HK$0.95(-1.34%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week RangeHK$47.14 - HK$93.50
Previous CloseN/A
Volume68.78M
Average Volume (3M)94.43M
Market Cap
HK$747.36B
Enterprise ValueHK$567.42K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)HK$8.12B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)HK$14.58B
Price to Earnings (P/E)212.0
Beta1.42
Next Earnings
Aug 13, 2026EPS Estimate
0.3Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.09
Shares Outstanding6,014,061,500
10 Day Avg. Volume81,816,157
30 Day Avg. Volume94,434,044
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio2.47
Price to Book (P/B)4.74
Price to Sales (P/S)10.97
P/FCF Ratio-20.64
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
HK$90.14Price Target Upside26.33% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering8
EPS Forecast (FY)0.14
Revenue Forecast (FY)HK$11.55B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Strong Revenue ReboundA more than threefold TTM revenue increase versus the prior period signals durable demand recovery and stronger order flow. Sustained top-line momentum supports better capacity utilization, helps absorb fixed fab costs over time, and underpins longer-term revenue visibility across customer segments.
Core Foundry Business And Diversified ServicesThe contract foundry model yields repeatable wafer revenue plus non-recurring engineering and design-enable fees. Diverse service lines and ties to fabless and IDM customers across consumer, communications, industrial and automotive markets create recurring demand and multiple revenue levers over the medium term.
Moderate Leverage And Expanding Asset BaseA debt-to-equity near 0.6 is moderate for a capital-intensive foundry and expanding assets/equity indicate ongoing investment capacity. This balance sheet posture provides financial flexibility to fund fabs and equipment without extreme leverage, supporting strategic capacity buildouts over the next several quarters.
Bears Say
Deeply Negative Free Cash FlowSustained deeply negative FCF (~-3.7B TTM) reflects heavy capex and/or working-capital strain, reducing internal funding for expansion or dividends. Over months, persistent cash burn increases reliance on external financing, which can dilute shareholders or constrain strategic flexibility if cash conversion doesn't improve.
Margins Below Historical PeaksWhile margins have stabilized, a structural downshift from earlier peak levels suggests weaker pricing power or higher unit costs. If competitive or product-mix pressures persist, sustained mid-tier margins will limit free cash generation and returns despite revenue growth, constraining long-term profitability.
Low Returns On EquityROE around 3% indicates the company is earning limited returns on its expanding capital base. For a capital-heavy semiconductor foundry, low ROE hampers reinvestment efficiency and shareholder value creation, making it harder to justify continued high capex without evidence of improving asset productivity.
0981 FAQ
What was Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp. lowest stock price was HK$47.14 and its highest was HK$93.50 in the past 12 months.
What is Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp.’s market cap?
Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp.’s market cap is HK$747.36B.
When is Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp.’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 13, 2026 which is in 7 days.
How were Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp.’s earnings last quarter?
Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp. released its earnings results on May 14, 2026. The company reported HK$0.157 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of HK$0.212 by -HK$0.055.
Is Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp.’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp. pay dividends?
Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp. does not currently pay dividends.
What is Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp.’s EPS estimate?
Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp.’s EPS estimate is 0.3.
How many shares outstanding does Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp. have?
Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp. has 6,014,061,500 shares outstanding.
What happened to Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp. reported an EPS of HK$0.157 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of HK$0.212. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -3.574%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in HK:0981
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Semiconductor Manufacturing International Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
HK$90.14 (26.33% Upside)
HK$90.14 (26.33% Upside)
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
179.31%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
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Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
15.73%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp.
Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corporation operates as an investment holding entity, primarily focused on the computer-aided design, production, evaluation, assembly, and distribution of integrated circuits (ICs). Its market presence extends across North America, China, the wider Asian region, Hong Kong, and Eurasia. The company also engages in the technical research, development, manufacturing, and sale of semiconductor masks, in addition to offering semiconductor foundry and technological services. Furthermore, it is involved in the construction, operation, and management of residential accommodations. SMIC provides comprehensive 'one-stop' support, encompassing design, intellectual property assistance, and photomask manufacturing, alongside marketing and private educational services. Incorporated in 2000, its corporate headquarters are situated in Shanghai, People's Republic of China.
0981 Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
HK$90.14
▲(26.33% Upside)
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