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Guangdong Guangzhou Daily Media Co., Ltd.

Guangdong Guangzhou Daily Media Co., Ltd.

002181.SZ
Guangdong Guangzhou Daily Media Co., Ltd.CN flagShenzhen Stock Exchange
9.16
CNY
-0.20
- -
10.64BMarket Cap
Guangdong Guangzhou Daily Media Co., Ltd.
002181.SZ
(Shenzhen Stock Exchange)

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9.16

P/E

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2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
TTM
FRC
0.6
1.7
1.7
1.51
1.34
1.11
0.88
0.77
0.69
0.58
0.44
0.47
0.47
0.48
0.51
0.51
0.52
Revenue per Share
0.03
0.34
0.25
0.28
-0.4
-0.05
0.16
0.06
0.05
0.07
0.27
0.08
0.03
0.01
0.03
0.08
0.16
Basic EPS, GAAP
0.12
0.23
0.27
0.12
0.12
-0.58
0.26
-0.07
-0.02
-0.11
-0.02
-0.63
-0.51
-0.07
-0.05
0.01
-0.04
Free Cash Flow per Basic Share
0.01
0.01
0.01
0.06
0.1
0.02
- -
- -
0.01
0.01
0.09
0.07
0.06
0.04
0.06
0.07
0.06
Dividend per Share
1.01
1.31
1.86
2.07
1.56
1.78
1.9
1.96
2
2.04
2.21
2.23
2.21
2.19
2.13
2.14
2.16
Book Value per Share
2.13
2.97
3.22
3.44
3.2
3.06
3.23
2.72
2.78
2.86
3.06
3.12
3.13
3.27
3.27
3.32
3.32
Tangible Book Value per Share
560
1,107
1,107
1,107
1,134
1,162
1,161
1,161
1,160
1,161
1,161
1,161
1,159
1,161
1,163
1,161
1,161
Basic Weighted Avg Shares
339
1,878
1,881
1,671
1,515
1,286
1,021
894
797
679
507
546
546
559
597
594
609
Sales/Revenue/Turnover
5.97
15.93
10.68
13.81
2.99
-7.91
-14.69
-15.34
-16.55
-3.67
-19.31
-10.39
-10.27
-11.26
-6.63
-3.08
-2.48
Operating Margin (%)
30
124
95
87
76
90
78
87
75
49
42
50
54
59
65
64
- -
Depreciation Expense
17
372
276
308
-449
-54
190
73
55
84
313
90
38
8
30
92
182
Net Income, GAAP
33.97
1.61
0.36
- -
- -
- -
- -
17.26
1
2.17
0.38
2.38
3.81
- -
17.43
13.66
9.07
Effective Tax Rate (%)
4.92
19.82
14.66
18.43
-29.66
-4.19
18.57
8.12
6.84
12.37
61.85
16.5
7.05
1.5
5.03
15.5
29.97
Profit Margin (%)
585
1,234
1,714
2,136
1,725
1,460
1,745
2,111
2,179
2,336
1,164
1,673
1,159
606
599
272
1,049
Working Capital
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
173
355
571
629
541
416
99
304
LT Debt
1,210
3,345
3,610
3,850
3,679
3,605
3,798
3,930
3,975
4,041
4,261
4,294
4,273
4,258
4,250
4,289
4,301
Total Equity
1.18
13.51
5.97
- -
- -
- -
- -
-2.93
-3.37
-0.61
-2.22
-1.17
-1.11
- -
-0.69
-0.34
-0.29
Return on Invested Capital (%)
2.98
36.63
15.62
- -
- -
- -
- -
3.46
2.54
3.46
11.42
2.96
1.37
- -
1.47
3.45
6.48
Return on Capital (%)
2.98
36.88
15.67
14.14
-22.12
-2.81
8.86
3.23
2.37
3.58
12.7
3.5
1.49
0.33
1.2
3.71
7.39
Return on Common Equity (%)

Capital Structure

FRC

•

in mil. unless spec.
Dec'24
Mar'25
Jun'25
ST Debt
11
12
134
LT Borrowings
321
321
214
LT Finance Leases
95
93
90
Preferred Equity and Hybrid Capital
- -
- -
- -
Shares Outstanding
1,161
1,161
1,161
Market Capitalization
6,528
6,199
8,370

Working Capital

FRC

•

in mil. unless spec.
Dec'24
Mar'25
Jun'25
Total Current Assets
1,079
1,081
1,662
Cash, Cash Equivalents & STI
210
189
219
Accounts Receivable, Net
133
144
141
Inventories
58
53
61
Total Current Liabilities
480
425
612
Payables & Accruals
- -
- -
- -
ST Debt
11
12
134
Deferred Revenue
- -
- -
- -

Growth Rates

FRC

•

in mil. unless spec.

(avg. rate of change)

10 years
5 years
1 year
Total Equity
1.77%
0.13%
0.91%
Free Cash Flow
283.62%
580.5%
-117.99%
Net Income, GAAP
4.82%
51.79%
206.98%
Sales/Revenue/Turnover
-6.77%
3.27%
-0.48%
Total Cash Common Dividend
- -
1.36%
14.83%

Quarterly Revenue

FRC

•

in mil. unless spec.

Year

Q1
Q2
Q3
Q4
FY
2024
111
152
143
191
597
2025
130
145
179
- -
594
2026
134
- -
- -
- -
- -

Quarterly Earnings Per Share

FRC

•

in mil. unless spec.

Year

Q1
Q2
Q3
Q4
FY
2024
-0.01
- -
- -
- -
0.03
2025
0.03
- -
- -
- -
0.08
2026
0.02
- -
- -
- -
- -

Quarterly Dividends Per Share

FRC

•

in mil. unless spec.

Year

Q1
Q2
Q3
Q4
FY
2024
- -
- -
- -
- -
0.06
2025
- -
- -
- -
- -
0.07
2026
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
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Business
Guangdong Guangzhou Daily Media Co., Ltd. operates as a comprehensive newspaper media company based in Guangzhou, China, founded in 1992. The company engages in integrated marketing communication services including print media advertising, digital media advertising, outdoor advertising such as subway and other outdoor formats, creative planning, film and television production services, exhibitions, event execution, and integrated media marketing communications. It also offers newspaper and commercial printing services, operating a diverse portfolio of newspapers and periodicals covering sports, culture, entertainment, and lifestyle sectors, alongside new media operations such as the Ocean Network. The company’s commercial activities extend to merchandise sales through e-commerce, distribution logistics, leasing and management of cultural and creative parks, education and training programs, and cultural industry investment. Guangdong Guangzhou Daily Media maintains a leading position as a state-owned listed cultural media company on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange. Recent major developments include the acquisition of advanced RMGT presses in October 2023 to expand its printing capabilities, contributing to enhanced commercial printing services. The company reported significant financial growth in 2024 with net income attributable to the parent company surging by 258.78% year-on-year, reflecting robust earnings from its integrated marketing and media operations. Additionally, Guangdong Guangzhou Daily Media continues to expand its footprint in digital marketing and exhibition event services, emphasizing diversification and innovation in media offerings across China. This expansion aligns with its strategic focus on leveraging media convergence and cultural investments to strengthen market presence and drive sustainable growth. The company was formerly known as Guangdong China Sunshine Media Co., Ltd. until its name change in July 2012.