Six, risk warningUnder the background of global crude oil market fluctuation and Saudi Aramco's price reduction decision, Jixiang Airlines has become the focus of investors' attention with its sound financial situation, broad market prospects and efficient operation management. With the sustained recovery of the aviation industry and the reduction of fuel costs, the future development of Jixiang Airlines is worth looking forward to. Therefore, we think it is a good time to invest in Jixiang Airlines and maintain the "buy" rating.
In addition, Jixiang Airlines is actively expanding its international route business to cope with the recovery of the international aviation market in the future. With the gradual recovery and expansion of international routes, the market competitiveness of Jixiang Airlines will be further enhanced.Auspicious Aviation —— The Pearl in the Wave of Aviation Industry RecoveryAccording to the latest data, Jixiang Airlines achieved an operating income of 17.492 billion yuan in the first three quarters of 2024, a year-on-year increase of 10.15%; The net profit attributable to shareholders of listed companies was 1.271 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 12.12%. This performance shows the company's strong profitability under the background of aviation industry recovery.
As of September 30, 2024, the number of shareholders of Jixiang Airlines was 31,200, with 71,030 shares outstanding per capita. The company's controlling shareholders and concerted parties pledged 842 million shares, accounting for 38.28% of the total share capital, showing a high proportion of equity pledge. However, the company's share price is stable. As of December 7, 2024, the company's share price is 14.67 yuan/share, which has a greater margin of safety than the pledge warning line and the flat warehouse line.With the gradual recovery of the global economy and the growth of aviation demand, Jixiang Airlines, as a well-known private airline in China, has a broad market prospect. Especially in the context of the continuous warming of the domestic tourism market, the domestic route business of Jixiang Airlines is expected to be further improved.In the aviation industry, Jixiang Airlines is facing the competition from many airlines at home and abroad. However, with its excellent service, good brand image and efficient operation and management, Jixiang Airlines has maintained a certain competitive advantage in the market. Especially in the field of low-cost aviation, Jixiang Airlines has effectively reduced operating costs and improved market competitiveness by optimizing flight arrangements and improving aircraft utilization.