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Lichen China Limited Class A Ordinary Shares (LICN)
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12/01/2025: LICN (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
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Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -17.04% | Avg. Invested days 35 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 12/01/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 3.24M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price - |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price - | ||
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 1.23 | 52 Weeks Range 2.60 - 488.00 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 2.60 - 488.00 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -34.79 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -14.8% | Operating Margin (TTM) -26.74% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -3.91% | Return on Equity (TTM) -8.94% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value -23375153 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.08 |
Enterprise Value -23375153 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.08 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.15 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 3 | Shares Outstanding 716825 | Shares Floating 693725 |
Shares Outstanding 716825 | Shares Floating 693725 | ||
Percent Insiders 5.45 | Percent Institutions 3.32 |
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Lichen China Limited Class A Ordinary Shares
Company Overview
History and Background
Lichen China Limited, trading under the ticker symbol 'LAIX', was founded in 2013. Originally known as LAIX Inc., it underwent a name change. The company's core mission has been focused on education technology and providing English language learning services.
Core Business Areas
- Online English Education: LAIX primarily operates as an online English education platform, offering courses and services aimed at improving English proficiency for users in China and other regions.
Leadership and Structure
The leadership structure includes key executives and a board of directors responsible for overseeing the company's strategic direction and operations.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- English Learning App: LAIX provides an AI-powered English learning app designed to deliver personalized lessons and content. Market share data is not readily available. Competitors include VIPKid and 51Talk.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The online education market in China is highly competitive, with numerous players offering various language learning and educational services. Regulatory changes have impacted the industry significantly.
Positioning
Lichen China Limited's positioning is mainly within the online English education segment, targeting users seeking to improve their English language skills. Their competitive advantages are AI-powered personalization and gamified learning.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for online education in China is estimated to be in the billions of dollars. Lichen China Limited is positioned to capture a segment of this market through its online platform, but regulatory changes and competition could influence its TAM.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- AI-powered personalization
- Gamified learning approach
- Established user base
Weaknesses
- Regulatory risks in China
- Intense competition
- Dependence on online advertising
- Limited diversification
Opportunities
- Expansion into new educational segments
- Partnerships with educational institutions
- Geographic expansion outside China
Threats
- Increasing regulatory scrutiny
- Emergence of new competitors
- Changing user preferences
- Economic slowdown in China
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- TAL Education Group (TAL)
- New Oriental Education & Technology Group (EDU)
Competitive Landscape
Lichen China Limited faces intense competition from larger, more established players. Regulatory risks and shifting market dynamics add to the challenges.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth has been erratic, characterized by periods of rapid expansion followed by regulatory challenges and market corrections.
Future Projections: Future growth projections are uncertain due to regulatory and competitive pressures. Analyst estimates vary widely.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives involve cost-cutting measures and attempts to diversify its product offerings.
Summary
Lichen China Limited operates in a very challenged segment of the Chinese economy, particularly with after school education. The regulatory risks are extreme and profitability is questionable, given the volatility in the marketplace and current regulations. The company must diversify its offerings and find a niche that is not susceptible to Chinese government regulatory capture. Given the lack of reliable recent data and negative market share the company appears weak at the current time.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
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- Analyst estimates
Disclaimers:
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About Lichen China Limited Class A Ordinary Shares
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters - | ||
IPO Launch date 2023-02-06 | Chairman of the Board & CEO Mr. Ya Li | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Specialty Business Services | Full time employees 452 | Website https://www.lichenzx.com |
Full time employees 452 | Website https://www.lichenzx.com | ||
Lichen International Limited, an investment holding company, provides financial and taxation, education support, and software and maintenance services in the People's Republic of China. It offers financial and taxation-related management consultation, internal control management consultation, annual or regular consultation, and internal training and general consultation services; and education support services, including marketing, operational, and technical support, as well as the sale of teaching and learning materials. The company also provides software and maintenance services, including the sale of financial and taxation analysis software, and financial and taxation training software, as well as offers software installation, training, and after-sales technical and maintenance support services. It serves listed companies, state-owned enterprises, government authorities, and other business enterprises, including small and medium-sized enterprises. The company was formerly known as Lichen China Limited and changed its name to Lichen International Limited in March 2025. Lichen International Limited was incorporated in 2016 and is based in Xiamen, China.
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