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China Automotive Systems Inc(CAAS)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CAAS
09/25/2026: CAAS (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
China Automotive Systems Inc is a US-listed supplier specializing in steering components for the Chinese automotive market. The company has a stable position in the domestic supply chain, with recent efforts focused on shifting toward electric power steering systems to capture demand from the growing EV sector. While it offers a low-valuation entry point for those betting on Chinese auto sector growth, investors should weigh this against the company's susceptibility to intense pricing pressure from global competitors and cyclical manufacturing risks. It is best suited for investors comfortable with sector-specific volatility who are monitoring the transition to new energy vehicles. It is not currently suitable for dividend-focused income investors.
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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | The company offers exposure to the Chinese EV transition but faces significant competitive and cyclical headwinds. |
| Momentum investor | Weak fit | The stock often lacks sustained breakout momentum, requiring a positive upturn signal in the Chinese auto sector to be attractive. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | The company often trades at low valuation multiples, potentially appealing to deep value investors. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | The company does not provide a reliable or significant dividend yield. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | High exposure to manufacturing cycles and regional political/economic risk creates significant volatility. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | The stock is susceptible to sharp price swings based on Chinese auto production data. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | While multiples may seem low, they often reflect stagnant growth or margin pressure. |
| Competition risk (Automotive Parts) | High | Established global giants place significant downward pressure on pricing and margins. |
| Business quality | Medium | Capital-intensive manufacturing often leads to lower returns on invested capital. |
| Dividend income | Low / none | Investors should not rely on this stock for consistent income. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Success depends on continuously winning new contracts in a rapidly changing technology landscape. |
Price Behavior
Strong Uptrend
The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.
Moderately Choppy
The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -42.32% | Avg. Invested days 35 | Today’s Advisory WEAK BUY |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/25/2026 |
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Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)
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Quantitative Style Profile
Style Classification
Quality Focused
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 146.65M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 2.56 | 1Y Target Price 7.5 |
Price to earnings Ratio 2.56 | 1Y Target Price 7.5 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 34.2K shares | Beta 1.09 | 52 Weeks Range 4.00 - 5.64 | Updated Date 09/27/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 4.00 - 5.64 | Updated Date 09/27/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.9 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Steering Systems (China) | Hydraulic and electric power steering systems sold to Chinese OEMs. | Most revenue comes from supplying steering parts to car manufacturers in China. |
| International/Export | Steering components sold to global markets and international OEMs. | The company is gradually expanding its sales outside of China. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE 2.56 | Forward PE 14.88 | Enterprise Value 129.85M | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.18 |
Enterprise Value 129.85M | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.18 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.16 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 1.31 | Shares Outstanding 30.17M | Shares Floating 10.63M |
Shares Outstanding 30.17M | Shares Floating 10.63M | ||
Percent Insiders 64.77 | Percent Institutions 3.77 |
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Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
About China Automotive Systems Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquarters - | ||
IPO Launch date 2003-10-07 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Qizhou Wu | ||
Sector Consumer Cyclical | Industry Auto Parts | Full time employees 4812 | Website https://www.caasauto.com |
Full time employees 4812 | Website https://www.caasauto.com | ||
China Automotive Systems, Inc., through its subsidiaries, manufactures and sells automotive systems and components in the People's Republic of China, the United States, and internationally. The company produces rack and pinion power steering gears for cars and light-duty vehicles; integral power steering gears for heavy-duty vehicles; power steering parts for light duty vehicles; sensor modules; automobile steering systems and columns; and automobile electronics and systems and parts. It also provides automotive motors and electromechanical integrated systems; polymer materials; and intelligent automotive technology research and development services. In addition, the company offers after sales services, and research and development support services; and inspection and testing of automotive products, as well as markets automotive parts in North America. It primarily sells its products to the original equipment manufacturing customers. China Automotive Systems, Inc. is headquartered in Jingzhou, the People's Republic of China.
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