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China Automotive Systems Inc (CAAS) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

China Automotive Systems Inc stock (CAAS) is currently trading at $4.22. China Automotive Systems Inc PE ratio is 4.43. China Automotive Systems Inc PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 0.17. Analyst consensus price target for CAAS is $7.50. WallStSmart rates CAAS as Hold.

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CAAS

China Automotive Systems Inc

NASDAQCONSUMER CYCLICAL
$4.22
$0.00 (0.00%)
52W$3.50
$5.37
Target$7.50+77.7%

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CAAS Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors

Benjamin Graham Formula · China Automotive Systems Inc (CAAS)

Margin of Safety
+70.1%
Strong Buy Zone
CAAS Fair Value
$15.44
Graham Formula
Current Price
$4.22
$11.22 below fair value
Undervalued
Fair: $15.44
Overvalued
Price $4.22
Graham IV $15.44
Analyst $7.50

CAAS trades at a significant discount to its Graham intrinsic value of $15.44, offering a 70% margin of safety — a level value investors typically seek before buying.

Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.

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Smart Analysis

China Automotive Systems Inc (CAAS) · 10 metrics scored

Smart Score

56
out of 100
Grade: C
Buy
Investment Rating

Category Performance

WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.

Investment Thesis

Strong fundamentals in peg ratio, price/sales, price/book. Concerns around market cap and return on equity. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.

China Automotive Systems Inc (CAAS) Key Strengths (3)

Avg Score: 10.0/10
PEG RatioValuation
0.3710/10

Growing significantly faster than its price suggests

Price/SalesValuation
0.1710/10

Paying less than $1 for every $1 of annual revenue

Price/BookValuation
0.3310/10

Trading below book value, meaning the market prices it less than net assets

Supporting Valuation Data

P/E Ratio
4.433
Undervalued
Forward P/E
14.88
Attractive
Trailing P/E
4.433
Undervalued
Price/Sales (TTM)
0.172
Undervalued
EV/Revenue
0.0928
Undervalued
CAAS Target Price
$7.5
67% Upside

China Automotive Systems Inc (CAAS) Areas to Watch (7)

Avg Score: 3.1/10
Operating MarginProfitability
7.37%2/10

Very thin margins with limited operational efficiency

Profit MarginProfitability
4.21%2/10

Very thin margins, barely profitable

Institutional Own.Quality
3.99%2/10

Very low institutional interest at 3.99%

Market CapQuality
$130M3/10

Micro-cap company with very limited liquidity and high volatility

Return on EquityProfitability
9.56%3/10

Low profitability relative to shareholder equity

EPS GrowthGrowth
5.70%4/10

Modest earnings growth at 5.70%

Revenue GrowthGrowth
11.10%6/10

Solid revenue growth at 11.10% per year

China Automotive Systems Inc (CAAS) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 56/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 3 register as strengths (avg 10.0/10) while 7 fall into concern territory (avg 3.1/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Sales, Price/Book. Valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (0.37), Price/Sales (0.17), Price/Book (0.33) suggest the stock is attractively priced.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are Operating Margin, Profit Margin, Institutional Own.. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at 11.10%, EPS Growth at 5.70%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at 9.56%, Operating Margin at 7.37%, Profit Margin at 4.21%.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Operating Margin improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 9.56% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 11.10% needing to reaccelerate.

Risk Considerations

Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. There are more areas of concern than strength, warranting a more conservative position size. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.

Bottom Line

Mixed fundamentals with both positives (PEG Ratio, Price/Sales) and negatives (Operating Margin, Profit Margin). A cautious approach is warranted. Monitor for improvement in weak areas before increasing conviction.

Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.

CAAS Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart

Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue

CAAS's Price-to-Sales ratio of 0.17x sits near its historical average of 0.18x (0th percentile), suggesting the market is pricing in steady-state growth. The current valuation is 9% below its historical high of 0.19x set in Feb 2026, and 1% above its historical low of 0.17x in Mar 2026.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for China Automotive Systems Inc (CAAS) · CONSUMER CYCLICALAUTO PARTS

The Big Picture

China Automotive Systems Inc is a mature, profitable business with steady cash generation. Revenue reached 696M with 11% growth year-over-year. Profit margins are strong at 421.0%, reflecting pricing power and operational efficiency.

Key Findings

Excellent Capital Efficiency

ROE of 956.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.

What to Watch Next

Sector dynamics: monitor AUTO PARTS industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact China Automotive Systems Inc.

Bottom Line

China Automotive Systems Inc is a well-established business delivering consistent profitability with 421.0% margins. The growth phase may be slowing, but strong cash generation and operational efficiency make it suitable for investors seeking reliability over excitement.

This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

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About China Automotive Systems Inc(CAAS)

Exchange

NASDAQ

Sector

CONSUMER CYCLICAL

Industry

AUTO PARTS

Country

USA

China Automotive Systems, Inc. manufactures and sells automotive components and systems in the People's Republic of China. The company is headquartered in Jingzhou City, the People's Republic of China.

Visit China Automotive Systems Inc (CAAS) Website
NO. 1 HENGLONG ROAD, JINGZHOU, CHINA, 434000