China Yuchai Intl Ltd Stock Price, News & Analysis

China Yuchai International (NYSE: CYD) has released its unaudited financial results for the second half and full year of 2024. For FY 2024, the company reported:

- Revenue growth of 6.0% to RMB 19.1 billion (US$ 2.7 billion)

- Gross profit increase of 10.8% to RMB 2.8 billion with a 14.7% gross margin

- Total engine sales up 13.7% to 356,586 units

- Basic and diluted EPS of RMB 8.21 (US$ 1.14), up 17.5%

The company outperformed the overall Chinese commercial vehicle market, which declined by 2.6% according to CAAM data. China Yuchai's joint ventures performed well, with profits increasing 63.6% to RMB 101.5 million, driven by MTU Yuchai. The company enhanced shareholder returns through a US$ 0.38 per share dividend and its first-ever share buyback program, repurchasing 3.3 million shares for US$ 39.8 million. The company is expanding its MTU Yuchai joint venture with additional engine models to address growing demand, particularly from data centers.

China Yuchai International (NYSE: CYD) has announced a strategic cooperation agreement with Kim Long Motor Hue, a subsidiary of Vietnam's FUTA Group. The agreement includes technology licensing, component supply, and support services for constructing an engine factory in Vietnam.

Under the 15-year agreement valued at US$28 million in licensing fees, Kim Long Motor receives exclusive rights to manufacture and sell specific Yuchai engine models in Vietnam, with priority sales rights in other ASEAN countries and South Korea. The engines will primarily serve trucks, buses, and commercial vehicles.

Yuchai will provide technical support for factory setup and supply all engine assembly parts and service kits for the Vietnamese production. The agreement represents a strategic move to expand Yuchai's presence in the ASEAN-Korean trade regions.

China Yuchai International (NYSE: CYD) has scheduled the release of its unaudited 2024 second-half and full year financial results for Tuesday, February 25, 2025, before market opening. The company will host a conference call and audio webcast at 8:00 A.M. EST on the same day.

The earnings call will be hosted by President Weng Ming Hoh and CFO Choon Sen Loo, who will present the financial results followed by a Q&A session. Analysts and institutional investors can participate by registering at least one hour before the start time, while other interested parties can access the simultaneous webcast through the company's website investor relations section.

China Yuchai International (NYSE: CYD) has announced the immediate termination of its share buyback plan, which was initially adopted on June 7, 2024. The plan allowed for repurchases of up to US$40 million or 4 million shares, whichever occurred first. As of the announcement, the company had repurchased 3,339,968 shares for a total of US$39,825,731. The repurchased shares will be held as treasury shares, reducing the company's outstanding shares from 40,858,290 to 37,518,322.

China Yuchai International (NYSE: CYD) has announced the commencement of operations at its Yuchai Thailand factory, marking a significant step in its globalization efforts. The factory's first K08 engine has been delivered to a customer, with senior executives from major companies attending the event. Yuchai Thailand will produce a range of diesel engines, natural gas engines, and new energy power products, starting with an annual capacity of 5,000 units, expandable based on market demand.

This expansion is part of Yuchai's accelerating globalization strategy, driven by growing cooperation between China and ASEAN countries. Yuchai's exports to ASEAN countries have reached over 20,000 units annually, representing a significant portion of its overseas sales. The Thailand factory is expected to strengthen partnerships, enhance product competitiveness, and increase market penetration in Southeast Asia.

Yuchai Power System (Thailand) Co., , the first overseas factory of Guangxi Yuchai Machinery Co., (NYSE:CYD), officially opened in Samut Prakan on August 20, 2024. This marks a significant milestone in Yuchai's globalization strategy, aiming to boost growth in the Southeast Asian market. The factory will produce diesel, gas, and clean-energy engines, initially focusing on K08, S06, and S04 series.

Yuchai has been exporting to Southeast Asia since the 1970s, with recent annual exports exceeding 20,000 units. The company now has 21 overseas institutions and 495 service agents, with over 680,000 engines globally. Yuchai plans to expand further, including building new factories in Vietnam and advancing negotiations in Europe and the Middle East.

Yuchai Power System (Thailand) Co., , the first overseas factory of Guangxi Yuchai Machinery Co., (Yuchai), officially opened in Samut Prakan on August 20, 2024. This milestone marks Yuchai's significant step in its globalization strategy, particularly in the Southeast Asian market. The factory will produce diesel, gas, and clean-energy engines, initially focusing on K08, S06, and S04 series.

Yuchai has been exporting to Southeast Asia since the 1970s, with exports growing from 400 units in 2004 to over 20,000 units annually in recent years. The company now has 21 overseas institutions and 495 service agents, with over 680,000 engines globally. Yuchai plans to expand further, including building new factories in Vietnam and exploring opportunities in Europe and the Middle East.

China Yuchai International (NYSE: CYD) has provided an update on its share buyback plan initiated on June 7, 2024. The plan allows for repurchases of up to US$40 million or 4 million shares, whichever occurs first. As of August 12, 2024, the company has repurchased 3,226,159 shares for approximately US$38.5 million. The repurchased shares will be held as treasury shares, and the buyback process is ongoing. This significant progress in the buyback plan demonstrates China Yuchai's commitment to enhancing shareholder value and confidence in its future prospects.

China Yuchai International (NYSE: CYD) has announced an expansion of its joint venture, MTU Yuchai Power, with Rolls-Royce Power Systems. The second phase of cooperation will extend production and localization of the mtu Series 4000 for Power Generation and Oil & Gas segments. Additionally, the joint venture will produce and sell the mtu Series 2000 and Yuchai branded VC series diesel engines.

This expansion aims to address rapid growth in domestic and overseas power generation markets. Mass production for the second phase is scheduled to begin in the second half of 2025. Since its establishment in 2017, MTU Yuchai Power has sold over 2,000 units of mtu Series 4000 engines, primarily to data centers and semiconductor fabrication plants.