China Automotive Systems (CAAS) Stock Price, News & Analysis

Company Overview

China Automotive Systems, Inc. is a leading designer, developer and manufacturer of automotive steering components and systems in the People’s Republic of China. The company provides a comprehensive range of solutions for passenger cars, commercial vehicles and off-road applications, focusing on hydraulic and electric power steering technologies. Headquartered in Weifang, Shandong Province, China Automotive Systems operates multiple production facilities and research centers across China to serve both domestic and select international customers.

The company’s product portfolio includes hydraulic power steering pumps, steering gear assemblies, steering columns, electronic power steering (EPS) systems, hydraulic control units (HCUs) and electric axle torque steer (EATS) modules. These products are supplied to major original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in China, including domestic automakers and joint-venture brands. China Automotive Systems emphasizes quality control, advanced manufacturing techniques and compliance with international automotive standards.

Founded in 1993, China Automotive Systems went public on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange before listing its American Depositary Shares on the NASDAQ in 2006. Since its inception, the company has expanded through strategic acquisitions and joint ventures, enhancing its technological capabilities and production capacity. Its manufacturing footprint spans several provinces, while its research and development centers focus on next-generation steering solutions, including electrification and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) integration.

Under the leadership of President and Chief Executive Officer Dr. Kaizhong Cheng, China Automotive Systems continues to invest in innovation and sustainable practices. The senior management team leverages decades of industry experience to strengthen partnerships with global and domestic OEMs. Looking ahead, the company aims to capitalize on the growing demand for lightweight, energy-efficient steering systems and support the evolving needs of the automotive market.

Key Stats

• Today's Range: $4.17 to $4.38
• 50-Day Range: $4.03 to $4.40
• 52-Week Range: $3.34 to $5.37
• Volume: 29,914 shs
• Average Volume: 54,538 shs
• Market Capitalization: $127.32 million
• P/E Ratio: 4.40
• Dividend Yield: N/A
• Price Target: N/A
• Consensus Rating: N/A

China Automotive Systems Stock Analysis - MarketRank™

China Automotive Systems scored higher than 33% of companies evaluated by MarketBeat, and ranked 63rd out of 86 stocks in the auto/tires/trucks sector. Scores are calculated by averaging available category scores, with extra weight given to analysis and valuation.

Analyst's Opinion

• Score: N/A
• Analyst Rating: N/A

Consensus Rating

There is not enough analysis data for China Automotive Systems.

Earnings and Valuation

• Score: 1.9 / 5
• Proj. Earnings Growth: N/A

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the Market

The P/E ratio of China Automotive Systems is 4.40, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the market average P/E ratio of about 26.51.

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. Sector

The P/E ratio of China Automotive Systems is 4.40, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the Auto/Tires/Trucks sector average P/E ratio of about 24.47.

Price to Book Value per Share Ratio

China Automotive Systems has a P/B Ratio of 0.33. P/B Ratios below 1 indicate that a company could be undervalued with respect to its assets and liabilities.

Short Interest

• Score: 3.0 / 5
• Short Interest Level: Healthy

Percentage of Shares Shorted

0.15% of the float of China Automotive Systems has been sold short.

Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

China Automotive Systems has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 0.5, which is generally considered an acceptable ratio of short interest to trading volume.

Change versus previous month

Short interest in China Automotive Systems has recently increased by 60.78%, indicating that investor sentiment is decreasing significantly.

Dividend

• Score: 0.0 / 5
• Dividend Strength: N/A

Dividend Yield

China Automotive Systems does not currently pay a dividend.

Dividend Growth

China Automotive Systems does not have a long track record of dividend growth.

Sustainability and ESG

• Score: N/A
• Environmental Score: N/A

Percentage of Shares Shorted

0.15% of the float of China Automotive Systems has been sold short.

Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

China Automotive Systems has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 0.5, which is generally considered an acceptable ratio of short interest to trading volume.

Change versus previous month

Short interest in China Automotive Systems has recently increased by 60.78%, indicating that investor sentiment is decreasing significantly.

News and Social Media

• Score: 2.2 / 5
• News Sentiment: N/A

News Sentiment

China Automotive Systems has a news sentiment score of 0.99. This score is calculated as an average of sentiment of articles about the company over the last seven days and ranges from 2 (good news) to -2 (bad news). This is a higher news sentiment than the 0.73 average news sentiment score of Auto/Tires/Trucks companies.

News Coverage This Week

MarketBeat has tracked 1 news article for China Automotive Systems this week, compared to 2 articles on an average week.

Company Ownership

• Score: 1.7 / 5
• Insider Trading: N/A

Insider Buying vs. Insider Selling

In the past three months, China Automotive Systems insiders have not sold or bought any company stock.

Percentage Held by Insiders

64.76% of the stock of China Automotive Systems is held by insiders. A high percentage of insider ownership can be a sign of company health.

Percentage Held by Institutions

Only 5.17% of the stock of China Automotive Systems is held by institutions.

CAAS Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

How have CAAS shares performed this year?

China Automotive Systems' stock was trading at $4.10 at the start of the year. Since then, CAAS stock has increased by 2.9% and is now trading at $4.22.

How were China Automotive Systems' earnings last quarter?

China Automotive Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:CAAS) posted its quarterly earnings data on Wednesday, May, 14th. The auto parts company reported $0.24 earnings per share for the quarter. China Automotive Systems had a net margin of 4.25% and a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 7.33%.
Read the conference call transcript.

How will China Automotive Systems' stock buyback program work?

China Automotive Systems' Board of Directors approved a share buyback program on Monday, November 18th 2024, which authorizes the company to buy back $5,000,000 in shares, according to EventVestor. This means that the company could purchase up to 3.6% of its shares through open market purchases. Shares repurchase programs are typically a sign that the company's leadership believes its stock is undervalued.

How do I buy shares of China Automotive Systems?

Shares of CAAS stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services.

What other stocks do shareholders of China Automotive Systems own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some other companies that China Automotive Systems investors own include Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), NVIDIA (NVDA), Alibaba Group (BABA), Meta Platforms (META), Baidu (BIDU), NIO (NIO) and

Company Calendar

• Last Earnings: 5/14/2025
• Today: 7/18/2025
• Next Earnings (Estimated): 8/11/2025
• Fiscal Year End: 12/31/2025

Industry, Sector and Symbol

• Stock Exchange: NASDAQ
• Sector: Auto/Tires/Trucks
• Industry: AUTO/TRUCK - ORIG
• Sub-Industry: Automobiles And Trucks
• Current Symbol: NASDAQ:CAAS
• CIK: 1157762
• Web: www.caasauto.com
• Phone: 862787570027
• Fax: 86-71-6832-9298
• Employees: 4,370
• Year Founded: 2003

Profitability

• EPS (Trailing Twelve Months): $0.96
• Trailing P/E Ratio: 4.41
• Forward P/E Ratio: N/A
• P/E Growth: N/A
• Net Income: $29.98 million
• Net Margins: 4.25%
• Pretax Margin: 6.55%
• Return on Equity: 7.33%
• Return on Assets: 3.49%

Debt

• Debt-to-Equity Ratio: N/A
• Current Ratio: 1.35
• Quick Ratio: 1.07

Sales & Book Value

• Annual Sales: $650.93 million
• Price / Sales: 0.20
• Cash Flow: $1.61 per share
• Price / Cash Flow: 2.62
• Book Value: $12.91 per share
• Price / Book: 0.33

Miscellaneous

• Outstanding Shares: 30,170,000
• Free Float: 10,632,000
• Market Cap: $127.32 million
• Optionable: Optionable
• Beta: 2.51