2888 Stock Chart & Stats
HK$187.40
HK$0.65(0.68%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
HK$187.40
HK$0.65(0.68%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week RangeHK$129.40 - HK$221.40
Previous CloseN/A
Volume294.05K
Average Volume (3M)848.34K
Market Cap
HK$476.20B
Enterprise ValueHK$72.32B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)HK$71.25B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)HK$84.49B
Price to Earnings (P/E)13.3
Beta0.58
Next Earnings
Jul 30, 2026EPS Estimate
5.21Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield1.67%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)2.09
Shares Outstanding2,191,045,400
10 Day Avg. Volume975,372
30 Day Avg. Volume848,342
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.30
Price to Book (P/B)1.06
Price to Sales (P/S)1.40
P/FCF Ratio-2.07
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
HK$228.20Price Target Upside21.77% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering13
EPS Forecast (FY)0.24
Revenue Forecast (FY)HK$2.30B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Trade-focused International FootprintStandard Chartered’s concentration on Asia, Africa and the Middle East anchors it in long‑term trade corridors. That durable positioning supports recurring transaction banking, trade finance and FX flows, providing steady fee and NII opportunities tied to structural cross‑border trade demand.
Improved Profitability And MarginsEarnings and net margin recovery from 2020 levels signal stronger core profitability and operating leverage. Sustained higher margins and improved net income support return on equity and internal capital generation, enhancing the bank’s ability to invest in franchises and absorb cyclical shocks.
Diversified Revenue MixA multi‑stream business model—net interest, transaction and trade fees, markets and advisory—reduces single‑channel exposure. This structural diversification stabilises revenue through cycles, allowing management to offset weaker segments with fee or markets income and preserve franchise cash flow over time.
Bears Say
Material Negative Operating/free Cash FlowA shift from positive to severely negative operating and free cash flow creates a structural financing challenge. Persistent cash outflows can force higher borrowing, asset sales, or curbs to dividends and investment, undermining the sustainability of reported earnings if not reversed.
Elevated LeverageHigh and rising leverage reduces financial flexibility and increases vulnerability to credit or market stress. Elevated debt-to-equity limits capacity for growth or buybacks, tightens regulatory capital buffers, and raises the cost of absorbing cyclical loan losses or funding shocks.
Recent Revenue ContractionNegative recent revenue growth suggests weakening top‑line momentum that can pressure margins and return profiles. If structural rather than cyclical, shrinking revenue may reflect competitiveness or client activity loss, forcing cost adjustments and risking long‑term profitability durability.
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2888 FAQ
What was Standard Chartered PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
Standard Chartered PLC lowest stock price was HK$129.40 and its highest was HK$221.40 in the past 12 months.
What is Standard Chartered PLC’s market cap?
Standard Chartered PLC’s market cap is HK$476.20B.
When is Standard Chartered PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
Standard Chartered PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 30, 2026 which is in 26 days.
How were Standard Chartered PLC’s earnings last quarter?
Standard Chartered PLC released its earnings results on Apr 30, 2026. The company reported HK$5.648 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of HK$4.527 by HK$1.122.
Is Standard Chartered PLC overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Standard Chartered PLC’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Standard Chartered PLC pay dividends?
Standard Chartered PLC pays a Semiannually dividend of HK$3.838 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.67%. See more information on Standard Chartered PLC dividends here
What is Standard Chartered PLC’s EPS estimate?
Standard Chartered PLC’s EPS estimate is 5.21.
How many shares outstanding does Standard Chartered PLC have?
Standard Chartered PLC has 2,191,045,400 shares outstanding.
What happened to Standard Chartered PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Standard Chartered PLC reported an EPS of HK$5.648 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of HK$4.527. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 1.923%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Standard Chartered PLC?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in HK:2888
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
Standard Chartered Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
HK$228.20 (21.77% Upside)
HK$228.20 (21.77% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
HK:2888 Sentiment 100%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
101.82%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
10.34%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
11.26%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Standard Chartered PLC
Standard Chartered PLC, through its various subsidiaries, delivers a wide array of banking and financial services across key global regions, notably Asia, Africa, Europe, the Americas, and the Middle East. The firm operates primarily through two distinct segments: Corporate, Commercial and Institutional Banking, and Consumer, Private and Business Banking. Its offerings span essential retail banking products such as deposit accounts, savings plans, mortgage loans, credit cards, and personal lending. Additionally, it provides comprehensive wealth management services, including investment options, portfolio administration, insurance solutions, and expert financial advice. The company is also active in transaction banking, facilitating cash management, working capital provisions, and trade financing. In the financial markets arena, Standard Chartered furnishes services like project and transportation funding, debt capital market solutions, leveraged finance, securities and general financing services, alongside sales and structuring capabilities, and trading in macro instruments, commodities, and credit. Complementing its traditional services, the bank also offers modern digital banking solutions. Its extensive clientele includes financial institutions, governmental entities, other banking organizations, investors, major corporations, small to medium-sized businesses, and individual clients. Established in 1853, this London, UK-headquartered institution maintains a physical footprint of approximately 776 branches worldwide.
2888 Company Deck
2888 Earnings Call
Q1 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call conveyed a strongly positive operational and financial performance for 2025: record income, high underlying RoTE (14.7%), robust non‑interest income growth, market‑leading Wealth momentum (24% growth, $52bn net new money) and material shareholder returns (dividend +65%, $1.5bn buyback). Management acknowledged near-term headwinds—Q4 episodic volatility, NII pressure (flat for 2026 driven by rate movements and WRB portfolio actions), a moderate increase in credit impairment and a down‑revision to Fit for Growth targets—but these were framed as manageable within a resilient balance sheet, improving cost/income dynamics and strong capital generation. Overall, the highlights substantially outweigh the lowlights, with confidence in execution and updated 2026 targets presented alongside continued investment in growth and productivity.View all HK:2888 earnings summaries2888 Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
HK$228.20
▲(21.77% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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