Guotai Epoint Software Hits Day Low Amid Price Pressure at CNY 27.01

Guotai Epoint Software Co., Ltd. experienced a significant decline today, with the stock dropping by 6.24% and reaching an intraday low of CNY 27.01. This performance starkly contrasts with the China Shanghai Composite, which saw a modest decline of 1.26% on the same day. Over the past week, Guotai Epoint has faced a 3.7% decrease, while its monthly performance reflects a more substantial drop of 15.75%. The company's long-term growth prospects appear challenging, as evidenced by a five-year annual decline in net sales of 4.66% and a steep drop in operating profit of 30.77%. Additionally, the Return on Capital Employed (ROCE) stands at a low 8.20%, indicating limited profitability relative to capital employed. In the past year, Guotai Epoint has underperformed significantly, with a decline of 22.6%, while the broader market has posted gains of 22.49%. The company’s market capitalization is currently CNY 9,319 million, and it maintains a P/E ratio of 102.00, reflecting investor sentiment amid ongoing financial challenges.