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Upturn Advisory Summary
07/03/2025: CNF (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
1 Year Target Price $4.87
1 Year Target Price $4.87
1 | Strong Buy |
0 | Buy |
0 | Hold |
0 | Sell |
0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -53.15% | Avg. Invested days 37 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 52.81M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 9.62 | 1Y Target Price 4.87 |
Price to earnings Ratio 9.62 | 1Y Target Price 4.87 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1 | Beta -0.2 | 52 Weeks Range 0.37 - 2.84 | Updated Date 07/3/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 0.37 - 2.84 | Updated Date 07/3/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.08 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 6.04% | Operating Margin (TTM) -13.44% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 0.24% | Return on Equity (TTM) 0.94% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 9.62 | Forward PE 1.94 | Enterprise Value 7345091072 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.08 |
Enterprise Value 7345091072 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.08 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 7.87 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA - | Shares Outstanding 68582200 | Shares Floating 910661380 |
Shares Outstanding 68582200 | Shares Floating 910661380 | ||
Percent Insiders 2.18 | Percent Institutions 19.52 |
Upturn AI SWOT
CNFinance Holdings Ltd
Company Overview
History and Background
CNFinance Holdings Ltd (CNF) is a Chinese microfinance company focusing on providing loans to small business owners. It was founded in 2006 and listed on the NASDAQ in 2017. The company primarily operates in China.
Core Business Areas
- Microfinance Lending: Provides loans to micro and small business owners, entrepreneurs, and individuals in China.
- Loan Facilitation: Connects borrowers with funding sources through its network of investors and financial institutions.
Leadership and Structure
The leadership team consists of a board of directors and executive management. Details on specific individuals require current research.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Micro Business Loans: Small, short-term loans designed for working capital and operational needs of small businesses. Market share data for CNF specifically is difficult to obtain, however, the fragmented microfinance market in China is highly competitive. Competitors include other microfinance institutions and online lending platforms.
- Home Equity Loans: Loans secured by the borrowers home, used for small business owners. Market share data for CNF specifically is difficult to obtain, however, the fragmented microfinance market in China is highly competitive. Competitors include other microfinance institutions and online lending platforms.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The Chinese microfinance industry is characterized by high demand for small loans, a fragmented market structure, and increasing regulatory scrutiny. The industry is also impacted by the growth of online lending platforms.
Positioning
CNFinance focuses on serving the underserved small business segment in China. Competitive advantages depend on local knowledge, risk management capabilities, and efficient loan origination processes.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
TAM is substantial given the large number of small businesses in China and the limited access to traditional banking services. CNFinance is positioned to capture a portion of this market through its specialized lending products. Market size is estimated in hundreds of billions of USD but fluctuates based on regulatory and economic factors.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Focus on underserved market segment
- Experience in microfinance lending
- Established network in China
- Access to capital markets through US listing
Weaknesses
- High credit risk associated with microloans
- Sensitivity to regulatory changes in China
- Competition from online lending platforms
- Limited geographic coverage within China
Opportunities
- Expansion into new geographic areas within China
- Development of new loan products and services
- Partnerships with other financial institutions
- Leveraging technology to improve efficiency
Threats
- Increasing regulatory scrutiny
- Economic slowdown in China
- Rising interest rates
- Increased competition
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- LFIN
- QFIN
- YRD
Competitive Landscape
CNFinance competes with other microfinance institutions, online lending platforms, and traditional banks. Its competitive advantage lies in its focus on small business lending and its established network in China. However, it faces challenges from increasing competition and regulatory changes.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth requires analysis of past financial performance.
Future Projections: Future projections require analyst estimates.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives can be found in company press releases and investor presentations.
Summary
CNFinance Holdings Ltd focuses on providing microloans in China, facing both opportunities and challenges. Its focus on small businesses is a strength, but regulatory changes and competition pose threats. To thrive, CNFinance must navigate the evolving Chinese financial landscape and mitigate credit risks. Further, the market capitalization of CNF is very low, making it a very high risk play. Its market share is low and has numerous competitors
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings, financial news sources, industry reports
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on available information and is not financial advice. Market share data is estimated and may not be precise. Invest at your own risk.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About CNFinance Holdings Ltd
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters - | ||
IPO Launch date 2018-11-07 | Chairman & CEO Mr. Zhai Bin | ||
Sector Financial Services | Industry Mortgage Finance | Full time employees 691 | Website https://www.cashchina.cn |
Full time employees 691 | Website https://www.cashchina.cn |
CNFinance Holdings Limited, through its subsidiaries, provides home equity loan services in Mainland China. The company offers micro credit loan services for micro and small-enterprise owners; loan facilitation, post-facilitation, and guarantee services for commercial banks; and loan lending agency services for financial institutions. It also provides bridge loan products, which are unsecured short-term loans to pay off borrowers' existing loans secured by real property. CNFinance Holdings Limited was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Guangzhou, the People's Republic of China.
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