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Retained earnings is the accumulated portion of net income that is not distributed to shareholders. China Feihe's retained earnings for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was $2,622 Mil.
China Feihe's quarterly retained earnings
declined
from Dec. 2024 ($2,578 Mil) to Jun. 2025 ($2,566 Mil) but then
increased
from Jun. 2025 ($2,566 Mil) to Dec. 2025 ($2,622 Mil).
China Feihe's annual retained earnings
increased
from Dec. 2023 ($2,450 Mil) to Dec. 2024 ($2,578 Mil) and
increased
from Dec. 2024 ($2,578 Mil) to Dec. 2025 ($2,622 Mil).
China Feihe (OTCPK:CHFLF) Retained Earnings Explanation
Historically profitable companies sometimes have negative retained earnings. This is because they have cumulatively paid out more to shareholders than they reported in profits.
For example, in 2011, Microsoft had negative retained earnings. This does not mean the company lost more money than it made over the years. It just means it paid out more money than it earned.
If a company has negative retained earnings, investors should check the 10-year financial results. They should not assume that negative retained earnings prove a company has generally lost money in the past.
Of course, many companies with negative retained earnings have indeed lost money in the past.
Retained Earnings: Warren Buffett's Secret.
One of the most important indicators of durable competitive advantage. Net earnings can be paid out as dividends, used to buy back shares or retained for growth.
If the company loses more than it has accumulated, retained earnings is negative.
If a company isn't adding to its retained earnings, it isn't growing its net worth.
Rate of growth of retained earnings is good indicator whether it's benefiting from a competitive advantage.
Microsoft is negative because it chose to buyback stock and pay dividends.
The more earnings retained, the faster it grows and increases growth rate for future earnings.
China Feihe Retained Earnings Historical Data
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The historical data trend for China Feihe's Retained Earnings can be seen below:
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Retained Earnings is the accumulated portion of net income that is not distributed to shareholders. Because the net income was not distributed to shareholders, shareholders' equity is increased by the same amount.
Of course, if a company loses, it is called retained losses, or accumulated losses.
China Feihe (CHFLF) has a Retained Earnings of $2,622 Mil as of Dec. 2025. Retained earnings is the amount of net income not issued to shareholders. View historical data on China Feihe and its competitors.
Is China Feihe's Retained Earnings too high?
China Feihe's current Retained Earnings is $2,622 Mil. Overall, China Feihe has a GF Score™ of 55/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does China Feihe's Retained Earnings compare to KHC and GIS?
China Feihe's Retained Earnings of $2,622 Mil can be compared against companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Retained Earnings for a Consumer Packaged Goods company?
A good Retained Earnings depends on the Consumer Packaged Goods industry context. However, Retained Earnings should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Retained Earnings mean?
A high Retained Earnings can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Retained earnings is the amount of net income not issued to shareholders. View historical data on China Feihe and its competitors. China Feihe's current Retained Earnings is $2,622 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is China Feihe stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, China Feihe (CHFLF) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $0.50, compared to a current price of $0.39 — trading 22% below its estimated fair value. The current Retained Earnings is $2,622 Mil. China Feihe's overall GF Score™ is 55/100 with 4 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Retained Earnings calculated?
Retained Earnings is calculated from a company's financial statements. For China Feihe (CHFLF), the current Retained Earnings is $2,622 Mil as of Dec. 2025. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is China Feihe (CHFLF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, China Feihe stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $0.39 is trading 22% below its estimated GF Value™ of $0.50.
GuruFocus considers China Feihe to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for CHFLF:
Retained Earnings: $2,622 Mil
GF Value™: $0.50 vs. price of $0.39 (22% below fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CHFLF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
China Feihe is China's largest infant milk formula producer, with a premium market positioning among domestic and foreign competing brands. The company utilizes the flagship Astrobaby lineup to promote its "more suitable for Chinese babies" proposition. It has a nationwide distributor network covering maternity stores, supermarkets and traditional retailers, as well as a direct sales network in e-commerce.
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