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9901:HKEXNew Oriental Education & Technology Group, Inc. Analysis

Data as of 2026-03-14 - not real-time

HK$41.12

Latest Price

6/10Risk

Risk Level: Medium

Executive Summary

New Oriental Education & Technology Group is trading below its 50‑day moving average while the 20‑day SMA sits just under the current price, suggesting limited upside momentum.
The stock exhibits a bearish MACD divergence and decreasing volume, reinforcing a neutral‑to‑slightly bearish short‑term technical outlook. However, the company maintains a solid cash position, low debt‑to‑equity, and a modest payout ratio, supporting dividend sustainability. The DCF model indicates a fair value well beneath the market price, pointing to potential overvaluation despite a forward PE that appears attractive relative to peers. Regulatory scrutiny in the Chinese education sector remains a key headwind, while the dividend yield and strong cash flow provide some defensive qualities.

Market Outlook

Short Term

< 1 year
Neutral
Model confidence: 5/10

Key Factors

  • Bearish MACD histogram and decreasing volume
  • Price testing near immediate support level
  • Dividend yield offering modest income

Medium Term

1–3 years
Neutral
Model confidence: 6/10

Key Factors

  • Fundamentals show solid cash generation and low leverage
  • Forward earnings estimates suggest earnings expansion
  • Regulatory environment in Chinese education remains uncertain

Long Term

> 3 years
Neutral
Model confidence: 5/10

Key Factors

  • Sustainable dividend supported by strong free cash flow
  • Potential upside from digital education and e‑commerce initiatives
  • Long‑term exposure to policy risk and macroeconomic shifts in China

Key Metrics & Analysis

Financial Health

Revenue Growth14.70%
Profit Margin7.40%
P/E Ratio21.9
ROE9.89%
ROA4.34%
Debt/Equity18.55
P/B Ratio0.2
Op. Cash FlowHK$915.9M
Free Cash FlowHK$707.6M

Technical Analysis

TrendNeutral
RSI37.1
SupportHK$40.44
ResistanceHK$48.84
MA 20HK$44.11
MA 50HK$44.91
MA 200HK$41.33
MACDBearish
VolumeDecreasing
Fear & Greed Index72.88

Valuation

Fair ValueHK$13.40
Target PriceHK$52.10
Upside/Downside26.69%
GradeOvervalued
TypeValue
Dividend Yield1.14%

Risk Assessment

Beta0.20
Volatility44.01%
Sector RiskHigh
Reg. RiskHigh
Geo RiskHigh
Currency RiskMedium
Liquidity RiskMedium

This analysis may contain inaccuracies and is provided for informational and research purposes only. It is not personal investment advice, a recommendation, or an instruction to buy, sell, or hold any asset.