COSCO SHIP HOLD(601919) 太平洋·2025-03-30 04:05Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Accumulate" rating for the company [5] Core Views - The company reported a significant increase in profit, with net profit doubling year-on-year, and a high dividend payout to shareholders [3][4] - The shipping and port operations are the two main segments of the company, with container shipping showing a 10.1% increase in cargo volume and a 34.4% increase in revenue [4] - The company has a strong order book with 43 new ships, including 24 methanol dual-fuel engine vessels, which will enhance fleet structure and meet emerging market demands [5] Financial Performance - Total revenue for 2024 reached RMB 233.86 billion, a year-on-year increase of 33.29% - Net profit attributable to shareholders was RMB 49.1 billion, up 105.78% year-on-year, with a basic earnings per share of RMB 3.08 [3] - The company plans to distribute a total cash dividend of approximately RMB 24.43 billion for the year, representing 50% of the net profit attributable to shareholders [3] Operational Highlights - The container shipping business achieved a cargo volume of approximately 25.94 million TEUs, reflecting a growth of 10.1% - The port operations recorded a total throughput of about 144 million TEUs, a 6.1% increase year-on-year [4] - The average CCFI (China Containerized Freight Index) increased by 65% during the reporting period, significantly outpacing the 11% increase in shipping costs [4]