The Financial Performance and Investment Analysis of Tencent: Balancing Growth Potential and Challenges

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10.2991/978-94-6463-811-0_42How to use a DOI?

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Tencent Holdings; financial ratio analysis; profitability metrics; investment valuation; technology sector

Abstract

Tencent Holdings Limited has emerged as a global leader in internet technology, with diversified operations spanning social media, digital entertainment, fintech, and cloud computing. Despite its market dominance, the company faces mounting challenges, including regulatory scrutiny, macroeconomic volatility, and intensifying competition. This study evaluates Tencent’s financial health and investment potential through a comprehensive ratio analysis of its 2019–2023 financial data, incorporating key metrics such as asset turnover, profitability (ROE, ROCE), liquidity (working capital, quick ratio), and valuation (PE ratio). By contextualizing these findings with recent academic research and industry benchmarks, the analysis aims to provide investors with actionable insights into Tencent’s operational efficiency, financial stability, and growth prospects. The results indicate strong profitability (ROE: 14.26%; ROCE: 13.17%) and robust liquidity (quick ratio: 1.47), underscoring Tencent’s resilience. However, its relatively low asset turnover (0.386) and high PE ratio (34.72) suggest potential inefficiencies in capital deployment and valuation risks. The study contributes to the literature by bridging financial analysis with contemporary regulatory and market dynamics, offering a balanced perspective on Tencent’s investment appeal amid evolving industry challenges.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Chenlei Tao
PY  - 2025
DA  - 2025/08/14
TI  - The Financial Performance and Investment Analysis of Tencent: Balancing Growth Potential and Challenges
BT  - Proceedings of the 2025 5th International Conference on Enterprise Management and Economic Development (ICEMED 2025)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 391
EP  - 397
SN  - 2352-5428
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-94-6463-811-0_42
DO  - 10.2991/978-94-6463-811-0_42
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