Chung Lien Transportation Co Ltd
Chung Lien Co., Ltd engages in the real estate leasing and selling business. It is also involved in retailing of computer information products and software; and provides information maintenance services. Chung Lien Co., Ltd was formerly known as Chung Lien Transportation Co., Ltd. Chung Lien Co., Ltd was incorporated in 1954 and is based in Taichung, Taiwan.
Chung Lien Transportation Co Ltd (5604) - Net Assets
Latest net assets as of September 2025: NT$2.08 Billion TWD
Based on the latest financial reports, Chung Lien Transportation Co Ltd (5604) has net assets worth NT$2.08 Billion TWD as of September 2025.
Net assets (also known as shareholders' equity or book value) represent the difference between a company's total assets (NT$2.61 Billion) and total liabilities (NT$532.26 Million). This figure indicates the residual interest in the assets after deducting liabilities, essentially showing what would remain for shareholders if all assets were liquidated and all debts paid off.
Key Net Assets Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Net Assets | NT$2.08 Billion |
| % of Total Assets | 79.62% |
| Annual Growth Rate | 0.83% |
| 5-Year Change | -25.53% |
| 10-Year Change | N/A |
| Growth Volatility | 11.32 |
Chung Lien Transportation Co Ltd - Net Assets Trend (2017–2024)
This chart illustrates how Chung Lien Transportation Co Ltd's net assets have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. Explore and compare other companies by net assets.
Annual Net Assets for Chung Lien Transportation Co Ltd (2017–2024)
The table below shows the annual net assets of Chung Lien Transportation Co Ltd from 2017 to 2024.
| Year | Net Assets | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-12-31 | NT$2.26 Billion | +2.47% |
| 2023-12-31 | NT$2.21 Billion | -5.47% |
| 2022-12-31 | NT$2.33 Billion | -19.65% |
| 2021-12-31 | NT$2.91 Billion | -4.31% |
| 2020-12-31 | NT$3.04 Billion | +13.22% |
| 2019-12-31 | NT$2.68 Billion | +10.84% |
| 2018-12-31 | NT$2.42 Billion | +13.38% |
| 2017-12-31 | NT$2.13 Billion | -- |
Equity Component Analysis
This analysis shows how different components contribute to Chung Lien Transportation Co Ltd's total equity over time. Equity components include common stock, retained earnings, additional paid-in capital, and other elements.
Equity Composition Insights
- Retained earnings have grown by 13.2% over the analyzed period, indicating profitable operations and earnings retention.
Current Equity Component Breakdown (December 2024)
| Component | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Retained Earnings | NT$1.09 Billion | 48.17% |
| Other Components | NT$1.17 Billion | 51.83% |
| Total Equity | NT$2.26 Billion | 100.00% |
Chung Lien Transportation Co Ltd Competitors by Market Cap
The table below lists competitors of Chung Lien Transportation Co Ltd ranked by their market capitalization.
| Company | Market Cap |
|---|---|
|
CleanSpark, Inc. Warrant
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$73.28 Million |
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Akebono Brake Industry Co. Ltd
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$73.29 Million |
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Companhia Energética de Brasília - CEB
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$73.31 Million |
|
Metalfrio Solutions S.A
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$73.32 Million |
|
King Core Electronics Inc
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$73.23 Million |
|
enGene Holdings Inc. Warrants
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|
$73.21 Million |
|
Mogan Enerji Yatırım Holding As
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$73.20 Million |
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Hope Education Group Co. Ltd
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$73.18 Million |
Equity Growth Attribution
This analysis shows how different factors contributed to changes in Chung Lien Transportation Co Ltd's equity between the two most recent reporting periods.
Equity Growth Insights
- From 2023 to 2024, total equity changed from 2,206,322,000 to 2,260,729,000, a change of 54,407,000 (2.5%).
- Net income of 271,973,000 contributed positively to equity growth.
- Dividend payments of 217,566,000 reduced retained earnings.
Equity Change Factors (2023 to 2024)
| Factor | Impact | Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Net Income | NT$271.97 Million | +12.03% |
| Dividends Paid | NT$217.57 Million | -9.62% |
| Total Change | NT$- | 2.47% |
Book Value vs Market Value Analysis
This analysis compares Chung Lien Transportation Co Ltd's book value (net assets) with its market value over time. The relationship between these values can provide insights into investor sentiment and company valuation.
Valuation Insights
- Current price-to-book ratio: 1.69x
- The company is trading above its book value, indicating the market recognizes value beyond its reported assets.
- The price-to-book ratio has decreased from 1.79x to 1.69x over the analyzed period, indicating reduced market premium.
Historical Price-to-Book Ratios
| Date | Book Value per Share | Market Price | P/B Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-12-31 | NT$19.61 | NT$35.10 | x |
| 2018-12-31 | NT$22.24 | NT$35.10 | x |
| 2019-12-31 | NT$24.64 | NT$35.10 | x |
| 2020-12-31 | NT$27.90 | NT$35.10 | x |
| 2021-12-31 | NT$26.70 | NT$35.10 | x |
| 2022-12-31 | NT$21.46 | NT$35.10 | x |
| 2023-12-31 | NT$20.28 | NT$35.10 | x |
| 2024-12-31 | NT$20.78 | NT$35.10 | x |
Capital Efficiency Dashboard
This dashboard shows how efficiently Chung Lien Transportation Co Ltd utilizes its equity to generate returns, including Return on Equity (ROE) and its components based on the DuPont analysis framework.
Capital Efficiency Insights
- Current Return on Equity (ROE): 12.03%
- The company shows good efficiency in utilizing shareholder equity.
- DuPont Analysis Breakdown:
- • Net Profit Margin: 171.25%
- • Asset Turnover: 0.06x
- • Equity Multiplier: 1.26x
- Recent ROE (12.03%) is below the historical average (15.44%), suggesting potential challenges in capital efficiency.
Historical Capital Efficiency Metrics
| Year | Return on Equity | Net Profit Margin | Asset Turnover | Equity Multiplier | Economic Value Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 4.01% | 7.52% | 0.32x | 1.68x | NT$-127.78 Million |
| 2018 | 18.12% | 41.26% | 0.29x | 1.50x | NT$196.35 Million |
| 2019 | 24.50% | 1057.92% | 0.02x | 1.24x | NT$388.70 Million |
| 2020 | 31.55% | 764.10% | 0.03x | 1.24x | NT$654.10 Million |
| 2021 | 25.27% | 490.09% | 0.04x | 1.18x | NT$443.57 Million |
| 2022 | 3.97% | 57.34% | 0.06x | 1.23x | NT$-140.79 Million |
| 2023 | 4.07% | 55.97% | 0.06x | 1.24x | NT$-130.81 Million |
| 2024 | 12.03% | 171.25% | 0.06x | 1.26x | NT$45.90 Million |
Industry Comparison
This section compares Chung Lien Transportation Co Ltd's net assets metrics with peer companies in the Trucking industry.
Industry Context
- Industry: Trucking
- Average net assets among peers: $12,961,443,000
- Average return on equity (ROE) among peers: 8.09%
Peer Company Comparison
| Company | Net Assets | Return on Equity | Debt-to-Equity | Market Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chung Lien Transportation Co Ltd (5604) | NT$2.08 Billion | 4.01% | 0.26x | $73.28 Million |
| Kerry TJ Logistics Co Ltd (2608) | $12.96 Billion | 8.09% | 0.90x | $162.98 Million |