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Unmet Estimates: Hon Hai Precision Industry (2317) Earnings Report Reveals 1Q Net Income Miss

  • First Quarter Net Income of Hon Hai fell short of initial estimates, noted at NT$22 billion in contrast to the estimated NT$29.1 billion.
  • The Operating profit surpassed the estimates, recording NT$36.75 billion whereas the estimate was NT$35.16 billion.
  • Earnings per Share (EPS) did not meet the forecast value, with a reported EPS of NT$1.59 against the initial estimate of NT$2.11.
  • The company’s revenue for the first quarter was NT$1.32 trillion, not quite reaching the NT$1.37 trillion that had been forecasted.
  • Amid these results, recommendations for Hon Hai’s stock came in at 20 buys, 4 holds and 1 sell.

Hon Hai Precision Industry on Smartkarma

Analysts on Smartkarma have been closely following Hon Hai Precision Industry, commonly known as Foxconn. Vincent Fernando, CFA, in a recent report titled “Hon Hai (Foxconn): After the 50% Surge, Where Can It Go From Here?“, highlighted that the company’s stock hit an all-time high after showcasing AI technologies at Nvidia’s GTC conference. Despite the surge triggering a short squeeze, Fernando acknowledged the long-term fundamentals and raised the target price to NT$170, emphasizing that while the stock may be near-term overbought, there is still potential for growth.

In another optimistic report by Patrick Liao titled “Hon Hai (2317.TT): If the Market Is Unchanged, and It Will Be Slightly Upside in 2024 Market.“, he predicts that the 4Q23 results for Hon Hai will surpass the previous quarter but remain lower than the same period the previous year. Liao maintains a positive outlook for the company in the 2024 market, expecting slight upside potential. Despite challenges, including market fluctuations, analysts remain bullish on the growth prospects of Hon Hai Precision Industry.


A look at Hon Hai Precision Industry Smart Scores

FactorScoreMagnitude
Value4
Dividend3
Growth4
Resilience4
Momentum5
OVERALL SMART SCORE4.0

Smart Score is a compound score for the Company indicating its overall outlook. It is derived by taking an equally weighted average of underlying Factor scores computed by Smartkarma

Long-Term Outlook for Hon Hai Precision Industry

Based on Smartkarma’s Smart Scores, Hon Hai Precision Industry is positioned favorably for long-term growth. With strong ratings in Value, Growth, Resilience, and Momentum, the company shows promise in various key areas. Its high Momentum score indicates positive investor sentiment and market performance, while its solid performance in Value and Growth highlights its potential for value appreciation and sustainable expansion over time.

Furthermore, Hon Hai Precision Industry‘s Resilience score underscores its ability to withstand economic fluctuations and challenges. Although its Dividend score is moderate, the company’s overall outlook remains positive, especially considering its robust presence in electronic manufacturing services and diverse product offerings in computers, communications, and consumer electronics.

Summary of Hon Hai Precision Industry

Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd. provides electronic manufacturing services across a wide range of products, including desktop and notebook PCs, connectors, cables, PCB assemblies, handsets, networking equipment, and various other consumer electronic devices. With a strategic focus on technology-driven solutions, the company’s business operations underscore its commitment to innovation and quality in the electronic manufacturing sector.


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