Super Hi International Projects 56% Profit Increase for 2025, Driven by FX Gains
HDL is trading near its 52-week low of $15.83 (9.0% above the low).
Summary
Super Hi International expects 2025 profit to rise by over 55% to at least $34 million, largely due to a $14 million foreign exchange gain, despite a slight dip in operational margins.
Key Events · Earnings and Guidance · HDL
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Projected 2025 Profit Increase
The company expects profit attributable to owners to be not less than US$34.0 million for the year ended December 31, 2025, a significant increase from US$21.8 million in 2024.
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Revenue Growth Anticipated
Revenue for 2025 is projected to be not less than US$840.0 million, up from US$778.3 million in the prior year.
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Profit Driven by Foreign Exchange Gains
The substantial increase in profit is primarily attributed to an estimated net foreign exchange gain of approximately US$14.0 million in 2025, contrasting with a US$19.7 million loss in 2024.
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Operational Margin Decline Noted
Despite the overall profit increase, the Group's restaurant-level operating margin slightly decreased due to continued investments in customer and employee costs.
Analysis · HDL · Trade & Services
Super Hi International Holding Ltd. announced preliminary unaudited results for 2025, projecting a significant increase in profit attributable to owners, primarily driven by a substantial net foreign exchange gain. While revenue is also expected to grow, the company noted a slight decrease in restaurant-level operating margin due to strategic investments in customers and employees. Investors should consider the quality of earnings, as the profit surge is largely non-operational, and monitor future operational efficiency.
At the time of this filing, HDL was trading at $17.26 on NASDAQ in the Trade & Services sector, with a market capitalization of approximately $1B. The 52-week trading range was $15.83 to $30.00. This filing was assessed with neutral market sentiment and an importance score of 7 out of 10.