SITC International Holdings Company (1308) H2 2025 earnings summary

Executive summary

• Net profit reached $1,230.4 million in 2025, up 19% year-over-year, with revenue rising 11.6% to $3,411.6 million and gross profit up 14.7% to $1,310.5 million.

• Container shipping volume increased 7.8% to 3,847,539 TEU, with new services launched across Asia and fleet expanded to 119 vessels, 99 of which are self-owned.

• Recognized for sustainability and service quality, including top rankings in S&P Sustainability Yearbook and multiple industry awards.

• Gross profit margin improved to 38.4% from 37.4% year-over-year.

• Final dividend of HK$1.00 (US$0.13) per share proposed, subject to shareholder approval.

Financial highlights

• Revenue grew from $3,058.1 million in 2024 to $3,411.6 million in 2025, with gross profit margin at 38.4%.

• Net profit margin increased to 36.1% in 2025 from 33.8% in 2024.

• Earnings per share rose 17.9% year-over-year to 46 US cents.

• ROE reached 50.0% and ROA 36.9% in 2025, both showing significant improvement year-over-year.

• Cost of sales rose 9.7% to $2,101.1 million, mainly due to higher equipment and cargo transportation costs.

Outlook and guidance

• 22 new vessels on order to further expand capacity.

• Market outlook for 2026 remains positive, with steady global trade growth expected but ongoing uncertainties from the Red Sea crisis and regional competition.

• Continued focus on high-frequency, high-density intra-Asia network and digital transformation, including AI applications.

• Ongoing commitment to environmental sustainability and zero carbon emissions.

• Focus remains on Asia, efficiency, and cost management, with continued investment in vessels and logistics projects.