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Kevin Ip - HK & China Markets Correspondent at Edgen

Kevin Ip

HK & China Markets Correspondent

Focusing on HK equities, A-shares, and China macro. Leverages seven years of experience at HKEX to provide expert financial journalism.
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BAIOO Family Interactive's chairman Dai Jian increased his stake to 24% after purchasing nearly 1 million shares in three days.

BAIOO Chairman Buys 996,000 Shares, Boosting Stake to 24%

**Key Takeaways:** * BAIOO's Chairman Dai Jian acquired 996,000 shares from March 30 to April 1. * The purchases increased his direct holding to approximately 24% of the company. * The most recent transaction involved 300,000 shares at an average of HKD0.425 each.
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Apr 02 2026
CNOOC raised its stake in China Oilfield Services to 50.86% after buying 16.01 million more shares and extended its plan to increase its shareholding until April 2027.

CNOOC Lifts China Oilfield Stake to 50.86%, Extends Buy Plan

**Key Takeaways:** * CNOOC purchased 16.008 million additional H shares of China Oilfield Services. * The purchase raises CNOOC's total ownership to approximately 50.86 percent. * CNOOC extended its shareholding increase plan by 12 months to April 2027.
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Apr 02 2026
Chando Global Holdings Limited, a major Chinese beauty company known for the Nature's Hall brand, has formally submitted an application to list on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange.

Chando Global Holdings files for 1st Hong Kong IPO

**Key Takeaways:** * Chando Global Holdings, a major Chinese cosmetics company, has formally submitted an application to list on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange's Main Board. * The company, part of the Jala Group, is widely known for its popular skincare brand Nature's Hall (自然堂) and operates in a competitive market. * Key details of the offering, including the proposed deal size, valuation, and listing timeline, were not disclosed in the initial filing.
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Apr 02 2026
Cathay Haitong maintained its 'Overweight' rating on Xunce (03317), issuing a 242.36 HKD price target after 2025 revenue grew 103%.

Xunce gets 242 HKD price target on tokenization model

**Key Takeaways:** * Cathay Haitong maintained its "Overweight" rating on Xunce, issuing a new price target of 242.36 Hong Kong dollars. * The company's 2025 revenue more than doubled to 1.285 billion yuan, driven by surging demand for AI data infrastructure. * Xunce is exploring a tokenized payment model, a move the bank believes could significantly upgrade its business and unlock new growth.
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Apr 02 2026
Haitong International raised its target price for NONGFU SPRING (09633.HK) to HKD59.8 from HKD55.9, maintaining an 'Outperform' rating, following the company's 2025 financial results where revenue surpassed RMB50 billion for the first time.

Haitong Lifts Nongfu Spring Target to HKD59.8 on Record 2025 Revenue

**Key Takeaways:** * Haitong International raised its price target on Nongfu Spring to HKD59.8 from HKD55.9. * The revision follows Nongfu's record 2025 results, where revenue exceeded RMB50 billion for the first time. * The bank maintained its "Outperform" rating, citing the company's resilience and strong profitability.
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Apr 02 2026
Citigroup reiterated its 'Buy' rating for Laopu Gold (06181), setting a target price of HK$1,162 based on management's strong confidence in sales prospects.

Citi reiterates 'Buy' on Laopu Gold with HK$1,162 price target

**Key Takeaways:** * **Rating Maintained**: Citigroup reiterates its "Buy" rating for Laopu Gold and lists it as a top pick in China's jewelry sector. * **New Price Target**: The firm has set a new price target of HK$1,162 for the Hong Kong-listed shares of the company. * **Bullish Outlook**: The rating is based on management's strong confidence in sales, citing encouraging customer behavior and expansion potential.
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Apr 02 2026
Jefferies raised its stock price target for COSCO Shipping Energy (01138.HK) from HKD10 to HKD24.6 and reiterated a 'Buy' rating, citing an expected structural tightness in the VLCC market into 2026 due to increased tonne-mile demand, an aging fleet, and geopolitical disruptions.

Jefferies Lifts COSCO Shipping Energy Target to HKD24.6 on Tightening VLCC Market

**Key Takeaways:** * Jefferies more than doubles its price target on COSCO Shipping Energy to HKD24.6 from HKD10, maintaining a "Buy" rating. * The bank forecasts structural tightness in the VLCC market into 2026, driven by rising demand and shrinking effective fleet capacity. * Jefferies raised its 2026 and 2027 earnings forecasts for the company by 11% and 78% respectively, citing higher freight rates.
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Apr 02 2026
Brokerage firm CLSA raised its target price for TCL Electronics to HKD 16 from HKD 13, maintaining an 'Outperform' rating after a TCL subsidiary formed a joint venture with Sony.

CLSA raises TCL Electronics target to HKD16 on Sony JV

**Key Takeaways:** * CLSA lifted its price target on TCL Electronics to HKD 16 from HKD 13, keeping an “Outperform” rating. * The move follows a joint venture between a TCL subsidiary and Sony to acquire Sony Electronics for JPY 75.4 billion. * CLSA raised its net profit forecasts for TCL Electronics for the current and next year by 8 percent each.
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Apr 02 2026
BofA Securities raised its target price for MingMing Henmang to HKD500, citing structural advantages and expansion potential that are expected to drive sustained growth.

BofA Securities lifts MingMing Henmang target to HKD500 on growth outlook

* BofA Securities reiterates its "Buy" rating on MingMing Henmang, raising the price target to HKD500 from HKD490. * The bank lifted its earnings per share forecasts for 2026 and 2027 by 7 percent and 6 percent, respectively. * The report highlights strong growth prospects from store expansion, new product categories, and operational improvements.
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Apr 02 2026
GCL Tech's subsidiary, GCL Optoelectronics, plans to list on the Hong Kong stock exchange in 2025 to fund its perovskite solar cell business.

GCL Tech unit plans Hong Kong IPO within the year to fund solar expansion

**Key Takeaways:** * GCL Optoelectronics, the perovskite solar unit of GCL Tech, intends to go public on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange this year. * The plan was confirmed by GCL Tech Chairman Zhu Gongshan during the company's annual performance briefing on March 31. * The initial public offering aims to fund the expansion of the company's research and production capacity for perovskite solar cells.
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Apr 02 2026
Hefei Jinghe Integrated Circuit Co., Ltd., a Chinese semiconductor company, has submitted an application for an initial public offering on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange with CICC as the sole sponsor.

Hefei Jinghe Integrated Circuit files for Hong Kong IPO with 1 sponsor

**Key Takeaways:** * Hefei Jinghe Integrated Circuit Co., Ltd. has formally submitted an application for an initial public offering on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange's Main Board. * China International Capital Corp. (CICC) is acting as the sole sponsor for the proposed listing, according to the filing. * The application did not disclose key details such as the proposed offer size, price range, or a timetable for the listing.
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Apr 02 2026
Southbound capital flows into the Hong Kong stock market recorded a net selling amount of HK$9 billion on April 1, 2026, putting pressure on the Hang Seng Index.

Hong Kong Stocks Fall as Southbound Outflows Hit HK$9 Billion

Southbound net outflows reach HK$9 billion Hang Seng Index faces downward pressure Investor sentiment turns cautious on Hong Kong equities
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Apr 02 2026
A collective surge in Hong Kong-listed semiconductor stocks, led by a nearly 12% jump in Tianshu Zhixin, signals renewed investor confidence in the sector.

Hong Kong chip stocks surge over 3% on policy tailwinds

* Hong Kong-listed semiconductor stocks saw a broad-based rally, with the sector climbing over 3% as investors reacted to potential government support and a cyclical recovery. * Tianshu Zhixin was the top performer, with its stock soaring nearly 12%, while major players like Hua Hong Semiconductor and SMIC posted significant gains. * The rally reflects growing optimism that China's push for semiconductor self-sufficiency is beginning to yield results, attracting fresh capital into key domestic firms.
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Apr 02 2026
JD.com, in partnership with over 100 brands including Haier and Midea, has launched the 'Hundred Billion Double Subsidy' plan, committing a joint 10 billion yuan in专项补贴 over the next year for consumer subsidies on home appliances and furniture to promote upgrades.

JD.com to launch 10 billion yuan subsidy plan with 100 brands

**Key Takeaways:** * JD.com and over 100 brands to jointly invest 10 billion yuan in subsidies for home appliances and furniture over the next year. * The program aims to accelerate the replacement of old appliances and promote the adoption of green and smart home products. * This move is expected to increase competitive pressure on rivals like Alibaba and Pinduoduo, potentially leading to a price war.
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Apr 02 2026
Ng Qiang, Chairman of Hong Kong China Travel Service (00308.HK), announced an expectation of double-digit revenue growth for the year, driven by acquisitions of ice and snow businesses and new projects.

Hong Kong China Travel Service forecasts double-digit 2024 revenue growth

**Key Takeaways:** * Hong Kong China Travel Service expects double-digit revenue growth in the current fiscal year, targeting a CAGR of over 10% for the next five years. * Growth is primarily driven by acquisitions in the ice and snow business, including ski resorts and hotels, and new projects like Qinghai Heidushan. * Revenue from travel permits is expected to remain stable after normalizing from post-pandemic demand, with a prior year decline of HKD64 million.
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Apr 02 2026
Youjia Chuangxin (02431.HK) announced it has repurchased 7.6836 million of its own shares from the market for a total of approximately HKD 114 million.

Youjia Chuangxin Buys Back 7.68 Million Shares for HKD 114 Million

## Key Takeaways * **Total Value:** The share repurchase program amounted to a total of approximately HKD 114 million. * **Shares Repurchased:** The company bought back 7.6836 million shares from the open market. * **Average Price:** The average price paid per share for the buyback was HKD 14.78.
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Apr 01 2026
Congyu Zhinong (00875.HK) announced a placement of 152 million new shares at a discount to raise funds for loan repayment and working capital.

Congyu Zhinong to Raise HKD69 Million via Share Sale at 12% Discount

**Key Takeaways:** * Announced placement of 152 million new shares at HKD 0.45 each, an 11.76% discount. * The new shares represent a significant 21.9% of the company's enlarged share capital. * Net proceeds of HKD 67.3 million are earmarked primarily for loan repayment.
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Apr 01 2026
Weichai Power has completed a share repurchase program, buying back 50.2524 million A shares for approximately RMB 761 million, signaling confidence despite a recent profit decline.

Weichai Power Buys Back 50.25M Shares for RMB 761 Million

**Key Takeaways:** * Weichai Power repurchased 50.25 million A shares for RMB 761 million. * The buyback represents 0.58% of the company's total share capital. * Shares rose over 6.7% following the repurchase announcement.
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Apr 01 2026
Leoch International has decided not to proceed with the proposed spin-off and US listing of its subsidiary, Leoch Energy, citing market conditions.

Leoch International stock jumps 5.6% after canceling US IPO

**Key Takeaways:** * Leoch International (00842.HK) has canceled the proposed spin-off and US listing of its subsidiary, Leoch Energy Inc. * The company cited "current market and regulatory conditions" as the primary reason for the decision to halt the IPO. * Leoch International's stock rose 5.66% on the news, suggesting investors may favor the decision to retain the subsidiary.
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Apr 01 2026
ITC Properties Group Limited and its substantial shareholder RL signed a deed of termination, cancelling a previous agreement to place 130 million new shares and 180 million warrants, which was intended to raise net proceeds of HKD 163 million.

ITC Properties cancels HKD 163 million share placement deal

**Key Takeaways** * ITC Properties Group has terminated an agreement to place 130 million new shares and 180 million warrants. * The deal with a substantial shareholder was expected to raise net proceeds of approximately HKD 163 million. * Shares of ITC Properties jumped over 6 percent following the cancellation announcement, closing at HKD 0.940.
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Apr 01 2026

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