Shares of KINGBOARD HLDG (00148) have risen more than 4%. As of the time of writing, the stock is up 4.46% to HK$65.55, with a turnover of HK$776 million.

The movement follows a research report from Citigroup, which raised its target price for KINGBOARD HLDG from HK$65 to HK$90, maintaining a "Buy" rating.

Using a sum-of-the-parts valuation method and anticipating a price-to-earnings ratio of approximately 10 times for 2027, Citigroup increased its profit forecasts for the company for the years 2026 to 2028 by 34% to 53%. This upward revision is primarily attributed to better-than-expected price increases for electronic glass fabric from the company's laminate board subsidiary.

The report notes that by 2028, around 85% of KINGBOARD HLDG's core net profit is expected to come from its laminate/printed circuit board business, a significant increase from approximately 60% in 2025.

Despite this positive outlook, the stock is currently trading below its book value, a situation the bank views as unjustified. Citigroup has reiterated its "Buy" recommendation following a recent pullback in the share price.

However, the bank continues to favor the laminate board subsidiary over the parent holding company, citing a more substantial upward revision to the subsidiary's earnings estimates.