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Retained earnings is the accumulated portion of net income that is not distributed to shareholders. China Boton Group Co's retained earnings for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was HK$192 Mil.
China Boton Group Co's quarterly retained earnings
declined
from Jun. 2025 (HK$1,353 Mil) to Dec. 2025 (HK$255 Mil) and
declined
from Dec. 2025 (HK$255 Mil) to Jun. 2026 (HK$192 Mil).
China Boton Group Co's annual retained earnings
declined
from Dec. 2023 (HK$1,432 Mil) to Dec. 2024 (HK$1,350 Mil) and
declined
from Dec. 2024 (HK$1,350 Mil) to Dec. 2025 (HK$255 Mil).
China Boton Group Co (HKSE:03318) 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 Boton Group Co Retained Earnings Historical Data
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China Boton Group Co Retained Earnings Calculation
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 Boton Group Co (HKSE:03318) has a Retained Earnings of HK$192 Mil as of Jun. 2026. Retained earnings is the amount of net income not issued to shareholders. View historical data on China Boton Group Co and its competitors.
Is China Boton Group Co's Retained Earnings too high?
China Boton Group Co's current Retained Earnings is HK$192 Mil. Overall, China Boton Group Co has a GF Score™ of 40/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does China Boton Group Co's Retained Earnings compare to LIN and SHW?
China Boton Group Co's Retained Earnings of HK$192 Mil can be compared against companies in the Chemicals 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 Chemicals company?
A good Retained Earnings depends on the Chemicals 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 Boton Group Co and its competitors. China Boton Group Co's current Retained Earnings is HK$192 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is China Boton Group Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, China Boton Group Co (HKSE:03318) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is HK$1.60, compared to a current price of HK$3.23 — trading 101.9% above its estimated fair value. The current Retained Earnings is HK$192 Mil. China Boton Group Co's overall GF Score™ is 40/100 with 10 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 Boton Group Co (HKSE:03318), the current Retained Earnings is HK$192 Mil as of Jun. 2026. 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 Boton Group Co (HKSE:03318) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, China Boton Group Co stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of HK$3.23 is trading 101.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of HK$1.60.
GuruFocus considers China Boton Group Co to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for HKSE:03318:
Retained Earnings: HK$192 Mil
GF Value™: HK$1.60 vs. price of HK$3.23 (101.9% above fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the HKSE:03318 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
China Boton Group Co Ltd is an investment holding company engaged in the manufacture and sale of flavors, fragrances, and healthcare products. The company operates its business through five business segments. The Flavor Enhancers segment is engaged in the development and sale of fragrance enhancer products. The Food Flavors segment is engaged in the production and sale of food flavors. The Fine Fragrances segment is engaged in the production and sale of fine fragrances. The e-Cigarette products segment comprises disposable e-Cigarettes and rechargeable e-Cigarettes and their accessories. The Investment Properties segment is engaged in real estate leasing. Its geographical segments are the PRC, Europe, the United States, Asia, and Others, of which prime revenue is derived from the PRC.
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