What is Hengtong Optic-Electric Co., Ltd.'s (600487.SS) StockRank?

MoatMap's StockRank for Hengtong Optic-Electric Co., Ltd. (600487.SS) is 57/100, with a Hold signal. This is a composite score combining Quality (43), Value (26), and Momentum (78) factor ranks across MoatMap's 19,000+ stock universe.

Does Hengtong Optic-Electric Co., Ltd. have an economic moat?

Hengtong Optic-Electric Co., Ltd. (600487.SS) has a Quality factor score of 43/100. The Quality factor combines ROIC, Piotroski F-Score, and leverage — the financial fingerprints of a durable competitive advantage. A Quality score above 70 typically indicates a company with the financial characteristics of a moated business.

Is Hengtong Optic-Electric Co., Ltd. a buy, hold, or sell?

MoatMap's current signal for Hengtong Optic-Electric Co., Ltd. (600487.SS) is Hold, based on a StockRank of 57/100. Signals are derived mechanically from the StockRank composite and should be one input among many — combine with your own thesis on management, competitive position, and valuation.

What sector is Hengtong Optic-Electric Co., Ltd. in?

Hengtong Optic-Electric Co., Ltd. (600487.SS) operates in the Technology sector, specifically the Communication Equipment industry (China).

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600487.SS

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Hengtong Optic-Electric Co., Ltd. · Technology · China · $28.1B · Avg Vol: $2.7B/d

StockRank

P/E (TTM)

74.7x

ROE

10.2%

D/E

0.5x

Dividend %

0.3%

Director Trades · 180d

None in 180d →

Buybacks · 180d

None in 180d →

AI CONVICTION THESIS

Hengtong Optic-Electric is a global leader in power and fiber optic cables, perfectly positioned at the intersection of global grid modernization and AI data center buildouts. As grid operators scramble to connect renewable energy and upgrade transmission capacity, demand for copper-heavy high-voltage submarine and land cables is exploding. Hengtong's vertical integration and scale provide a structural cost advantage, allowing it to capture high-margin global projects while sharing scale economics with customers.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Hengtong Optic-Electric is a global leader in optical fiber, cable manufacturing, and marine telecommunication networks. The company possesses a fully integrated value chain from optical preforms to subsea cable installation, positioning it as a key contractor for global telecommunications and offshore wind power grids. Its advanced technology in ultra-high voltage cables and deep-sea communication networks forms a high-barrier competitive moat.

FINANCIAL SUMMARY

Year	2022	2023	2024	2025	CAGR
Revenue	6.9B	7.0B	8.9B	9.9B	12.9%
EPS	0.10	0.13	0.17	0.16	18.0%
Shares	2.5B	2.5B	2.5B	2.5B	0.0%
Debt	1.9B	2.5B	2.2B	2.2B	5.4%
Equity	3.5B	3.8B	4.2B	4.7B	10.3%
Op CF	126M	275M	482M	415M	48.7%
Inv CF	-409M	-307M	-245M	-370M	—
Fin CF	264M	342M	-157M	-131M	—

PRICE (1M)+51.1%

SMA 50SMA 200

$14.67

RSI (14)

75.3

52W High

$16.26

From 52W High

0.9%

SCORE BREAKDOWN

Quality

ROIC

8.9%57.3

ROE

10.2%60.5

GP/Assets

13.0%30.9

Op. Margin

8.8%58.1

FCF/Assets

-4.5%24.0

Piotroski

—44.6

Int. Cover

9.2x50.1

D/E Ratio

0.51x29.5

Current Ratio

1.60x35.4

Value

P/E (TTM)

74.7x26.2

EV/EBITDA

42.5x21.9

P/FCF

—N/A

P/B

7.5x20.5

P/S

3.4x48.2

Div Yield

0.3%19.8

Momentum

52W High %

90%82.0

RS 6M

396%98.8

SMA 50/200

1.87x97.2

EPS Rev 4W

—N/A

EPS Rev 12W

—N/A

EPS Improve

+20%21.1

Q Growth

99%77.8

FUNDAMENTALS

Market Cap

$28.1B

P/E (Forward)

62.5x

Gross Margin

13.1%

SECTOR PEERS

Closest peers in Technology, ranked by industry match, size, and score similarity. Cross-listings of 600487.SS are excluded.

Ticker	Company	Mkt Cap	StockRank	Signal
600487.SS	Hengtong Optic-Electric Co., Ltd.(you)	$28.1B	57	HOLD
6869.HK	Yangtze Optical Fibre And Cable Joint Stock Limited Company	$41.3B	60	HOLD
002281.SZ	Accelink Technologies Co,Ltd.	$24.3B	72	BUY
301165.SZ	Ruijie Networks Co., Ltd.	$10.6B	59	HOLD
688702.SS	Suzhou Centec Communications Co., Ltd.	$17.1B	45	HOLD
0763.HK	ZTE Corporation	$16.3B	41	HOLD
300620.SZ	Advanced Fiber Resources (Zhuhai), Ltd.	$10.3B	46	HOLD
600498.SS	Fiberhome Telecommunication Technologies Co., Ltd.	$10.4B	36	HOLD
300394.SZ	Suzhou TFC Optical Communication Co., Ltd.	$52.4B	86	STRONG BUY
603083.SS	CIG Shanghai Co., Ltd.	$10.8B	34	SELL

Peer medians: ROE 3.8% · P/E 77.4x · Gross margin 25.9%

Hengtong Optic-Electric Co., Ltd. (600487.SS) — Stock Score Summary

Hengtong Optic-Electric Co., Ltd. (600487.SS) has a MoatMap StockRank of 57/100 based on Quality (43/100), Value (26/100), and Momentum (78/100) factor scores. The current signal is HOLD. Hengtong Optic-Electric is a global leader in power and fiber optic cables, perfectly positioned at the intersection of global grid modernization and AI data center buildouts. As grid operators scramble to connect renewable energy and upgrade transmission capacity, demand for copper-heavy high-voltage submarine and land cables is exploding. Hengtong's vertical integration and scale provide a structural cost advantage, allowing it to capture high-margin global projects while sharing scale economics with customers.

Key Financial Metrics

Price	$14.67
Market Cap	$28.1B
P/E (TTM)	74.70
P/E (Forward)	62.48
Price/Book	7.49
Return on Equity	10.2%
Return on Invested Capital	8.9%
Debt/Equity	50.81
Gross Margin	13.1%
Operating Margin	8.8%
Revenue Growth	34.1%
Dividend Yield	0.3%
Free Cash Flow	$-71M

Hengtong Optic-Electric Co., Ltd. operates in the Communication Equipment industry, part of the Technology sector (China).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hengtong Optic-Electric Co., Ltd.’s (600487.SS) StockRank?: MoatMap’s StockRank for Hengtong Optic-Electric Co., Ltd. (600487.SS) is 57/100, with a Hold signal. It is a composite of Quality (43), Value (26), and Momentum (78) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 19,000+ stock universe.
Does Hengtong Optic-Electric Co., Ltd. have an economic moat?: Hengtong Optic-Electric Co., Ltd. (600487.SS) has a Quality factor score of 43/100. The Quality factor combines ROIC, Piotroski F-Score, and leverage — the financial fingerprints of a durable competitive advantage. A Quality score above 70 typically indicates a company with the characteristics of a moated business.
Is Hengtong Optic-Electric Co., Ltd. a buy, hold, or sell?: MoatMap’s current signal for Hengtong Optic-Electric Co., Ltd. (600487.SS) is Hold, based on a StockRank of 57/100. Signals are derived mechanically from the StockRank composite and should be one input among many — combine with your own thesis on management, competitive position, and valuation.
What sector is Hengtong Optic-Electric Co., Ltd. in?: Hengtong Optic-Electric Co., Ltd. (600487.SS) operates in the Technology sector, specifically the Communication Equipment industry (China).