Risk factor
Strong & resilient to price shocks
Profitability factor
Solid dividends
About
Wharf Real Estate Investment Company Limited operates as an investment holding entity, specializing in the investment, development, ownership, and operation of real estate and hospitality assets. Its activities span Hong Kong, Mainland China, and Singapore. The company organizes its operations into four distinct segments: Investment Properties, Development Properties, Hotel operations, and Investment activities. Prominent among its diverse portfolio are major commercial hubs like Harbour City, which integrates offices, retail outlets, serviced apartments, hotels, clubs, and extensive parking facilities. Another significant asset is Times Square, a retail space also featuring office and parking provisions. Other notable commercial properties include Wheelock House and Crawford House. In the hotel sector, it manages The Murray, a luxury establishment with 336 rooms. Retail destinations like Plaza Hollywood, complete with shops, restaurants, and a six-screen cinema multiplex, alongside Wheelock Place and Scotts Square mall, further comprise its property holdings. Beyond its property ventures, the company is uniquely involved in operating The Star Ferry, which offers two essential inner-harbour ferry services connecting Tsim Sha Tsui and Wan Chai. Additionally, Wharf Real Estate provides various leasing, finance, and management services, and actively participates in property investment. Established in 1886, the company's headquarters are located in Kowloon, Hong Kong.
Company Valuation
Based on key historical and expected multiples, the stock is slightly overvalued relative to its peers. In particular, the stock is reasonably priced on P/E, of fair valu
Target Price
The average target price of 1997.HK is 32.9 and suggests 9.71% upside potential. Usually, this means a HOLD recommendation among investment firms. This neutral recommenda