Market Overview - The Hong Kong stock market opened slightly lower on December 31, with the Hang Seng Index down 0.21% at 25,801.49 points, the Hang Seng Tech Index down 0.22% at 5,566.24 points, and the National Enterprises Index down 0.23% at 8,970.49 points [1] - Major tech stocks mostly declined, with Alibaba down 0.55%, Tencent down 0.42%, and JD.com down 1.32%. Conversely, Xiaomi rose by 0.86% [1] Company News - Zijin Mining (02899.HK) expects to achieve a net profit of approximately RMB 51-52 billion for the fiscal year 2025, representing a year-on-year increase of about 59%-62% due to increased production and sales prices [2] - Starry Development (00640.HK) reported revenue of approximately HKD 835 million for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, a year-on-year increase of 13.4%, and a net profit of approximately HKD 122 million, up 21.7% [2] - Shanghai Electric (02727.HK) plans to sell a 47.4% stake in Electric Guoxuan and waive its preemptive rights to an additional 3.6% stake [3] - CNOOC Services (02883.HK) has recently purchased bank wealth management products totaling HKD 3 billion [4] Clinical Trials and Drug Approvals - Fosun Pharma (02196.HK) has initiated clinical trials for its integrated diagnosis and treatment nuclear medicine project SRT-007 within China [5] - Hutchison China MediTech (00013.HK) announced that its new drug application for Savolitinib, intended for treating gastric cancer patients with MET amplification, has been accepted and prioritized for review [5] Strategic Partnerships - Linkong Biotechnology Group (00690.HK) has established a strategic partnership with Wenzhou Medical University National Engineering Research Center and the Ouhai District People's Government [6] Financing Activities - Youlian International Education Leasing (01563.HK) has entered into a financing lease agreement for energy-saving equipment [7] Stock Buybacks - Tencent Holdings (00700.HK) repurchased 1.062 million shares for HKD 636 million at prices ranging from HKD 594.5 to HKD 600.5 [8] - COSCO Shipping Holdings (01919.HK) repurchased 4.3715 million shares for HKD 61.05 million at prices between HKD 13.86 and HKD 14.06 [9] - China Feihe (06186.HK) repurchased 8.837 million shares for HKD 36.34 million at prices between HKD 4.07 and HKD 4.12 [10] - Kuaishou-W (01024.HK) repurchased approximately 464,000 shares for HKD 29.88 million at prices between HKD 63.75 and HKD 64.75 [10] - Giant Bio (02367.HK) repurchased 400,000 shares for HKD 13.44 million at prices between HKD 33.48 and HKD 33.76 [11] Institutional Insights - Everbright Securities notes that the overall profitability of Hong Kong stocks remains strong, with relatively scarce assets in internet, new consumption, and innovative pharmaceuticals. Despite recent gains, valuations are still considered low, suggesting long-term investment potential [12] - Founder Securities highlights positive signals from government policies aimed at optimizing the "two new" policies, which may enhance the competitive environment in the automotive industry [12] - CITIC Securities anticipates a 7.9% increase in Hong Kong private residential transaction volumes in 2026, driven by a favorable interest rate environment and increased asset allocation demand [12]

Summary of Key Points Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the significant stock buybacks by various companies in Hong Kong, indicating a trend of companies returning capital to shareholders through repurchases, with notable amounts recorded in December 30. Group 1: Stock Buybacks - On December 30, a total of 61 Hong Kong stocks were involved in company buybacks, with 7 stocks having buyback amounts exceeding 10 million Hong Kong dollars [1] - Tencent Holdings, China COSCO Shipping Holdings, and China Feihe had the largest buyback amounts, with Tencent repurchasing 636 million Hong Kong dollars, COSCO 61.05 million Hong Kong dollars, and Feihe 36.34 million Hong Kong dollars [1] Group 2: Year-to-Date Buyback Data - As of December 30, 268 Hong Kong stocks have conducted buybacks this year, with 72 stocks having cumulative buyback amounts exceeding 100 million Hong Kong dollars [1] - The companies with the highest cumulative buyback amounts for the year include Tencent Holdings at 79.401 billion Hong Kong dollars, HSBC Holdings at 30.257 billion Hong Kong dollars, and AIA Group at 17.693 billion Hong Kong dollars [1]

Summary of Key Points Core Viewpoint - A total of 70 companies conducted share buybacks on December 30, 2025, with Tencent Holdings (00700) leading in both the number of shares repurchased and the total amount spent on buybacks. Group 1: Buyback Details - Tencent Holdings (00700) repurchased 1.062 million shares for a total of 636 million, representing 1.098% of its total share capital [2][3] - China Merchants Industry Holdings (01919) repurchased 4.3715 million shares for 61.05 million, accounting for 4.283% of its total share capital [2][3] - China Feihe (06186) repurchased 8.837 million shares for 36.34 million, which is 2.863% of its total share capital [2][3] Group 2: Other Notable Buybacks - Kuaishou-W (01024) repurchased 464,000 shares for 29.88 million, representing 0.413% of its total share capital [2][3] - Vitasoy International (00345) repurchased 626,000 shares for 3.99 million, which is 2.368% of its total share capital [2][3] - Mindray Bio-Medical Electronics (02367) repurchased 400,000 shares for 13.44 million, accounting for 0.486% of its total share capital [2][3] Group 3: Additional Companies - Keep (03650) repurchased 100,000 shares for 35.84 million, representing 0.146% of its total share capital [3] - Health Road (02587) repurchased 98,000 shares for 42.94 million, which is 0.116% of its total share capital [3] - Longwind Pharmaceutical (02652) repurchased 24,000 shares for 83.02 million, accounting for 0.008% of its total share capital [3]

Summary of Key Points Core Viewpoint - A total of 70 companies, including Tencent Holdings and Kweichow Moutai, conducted share buybacks on December 30, 2025, with Tencent leading in both the number of shares repurchased and the total amount spent. Group 1: Buyback Details - Tencent Holdings (00700) repurchased 1.062 million shares for a total of 636 million, representing 1.098% of its total share capital [1][2] - China COSCO Shipping Holdings (01919) repurchased 4.3715 million shares for 61.05 million, accounting for 4.283% of its total share capital [2] - China Feihe (06186) repurchased 8.837 million shares for 36.34 million, which is 2.863% of its total share capital [2] Group 2: Other Notable Buybacks - Kuaishou-W (01024) repurchased 464,000 shares for 29.88 million, which is 0.413% of its total share capital [2] - Sanhua Intelligent Control (02050) repurchased 375,000 shares for 18.89 million [2] - Baidu Cloud-W (06608) repurchased 1.2 million shares for 13.67 million, representing 1.319% of its total share capital [2] Group 3: Additional Companies - Vitasoy International (00345) repurchased 626,000 shares for 3.99 million, which is 2.368% of its total share capital [3] - Keep (03650) repurchased 100,000 shares for 358,400, which is 0.146% of its total share capital [3] - Nine Mao Jiu (09922) repurchased 554,000 shares for 1.00 million, representing 0.458% of its total share capital [3]

Core Viewpoint - Cosco Shipping is facing allegations from MAC Container Line regarding unreasonable billing practices and failure to meet service commitments, leading to a formal complaint filed with the Federal Maritime Commission [1] Group 1: Allegations and Complaints - MAC Container Line claims that Cosco unfairly imposed detention charges, suspended bookings, and attempted to cancel contracts without justification [1] - The logistics company is seeking damages between $700,000 and $1.2 million due to lost business and reduced margins resulting from Cosco's actions [2] - MAC alleges that Cosco forced the cancellation of 27 active bookings, leading to nearly $490,000 in losses from two customers [2] Group 2: Specific Charges and Disputes - Cosco charged MAC $157,000 in detention fees for a shipment to India, which MAC disputes as unlawful since the cargo was under government control [3] - The complaint states that once the cargo was confiscated and auctioned, Cosco had no legal basis to accrue detention charges [4] - MAC claims that Cosco retaliated against them by canceling bookings and refusing new ones following the detention dispute [4] Group 3: Contractual Issues - Cosco attempted to terminate a year-long contract with MAC just 42 days after it was initiated, but later reverted the contract term back to its original expiration date of September 30, 2026 [5]

Core Viewpoint - China COSCO Shipping Holdings has been actively repurchasing its shares, indicating a strong commitment to enhancing shareholder value and confidence in its stock performance [1][2][3] Group 1: Share Buyback Details - On December 30, 2025, the company repurchased 4.3715 million shares at a price range of HKD 13.860 to HKD 14.060, totaling HKD 61.0054 million [1] - Since October 31, 2025, the company has conducted buybacks for 41 consecutive days, acquiring a total of 123 million shares for a cumulative amount of HKD 1.696 billion [1] - The stock price has increased by 4.48% during the buyback period [1] Group 2: Year-to-Date Buyback Activity - Year-to-date, the company has completed 135 buyback transactions, acquiring a total of 518 million shares for a total expenditure of HKD 6.927 billion [1] - The stock closed at HKD 13.980 on the day of the latest buyback, reflecting a 0.50% increase [1]

Group 1 - Company announced a share buyback on December 30, 2025, costing HKD 61.05 million to repurchase 4.37 million shares at a price range of HKD 13.86 to 14.06 per share [1] - On December 29, 2025, the company spent HKD 47.90 million to buy back 3.46 million shares [1]

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Summary of Key Points Core Viewpoint - On December 29, 55 Hong Kong-listed companies conducted share buybacks, totaling 37.9 million shares and an aggregate amount of HKD 999 million [1][2]. Group 1: Major Companies Involved in Buybacks - Tencent Holdings repurchased 1.057 million shares for HKD 636 million, with a yearly total buyback amount of HKD 78.765 billion [1][2]. - Xiaomi Group-W bought back 3.9 million shares for HKD 151 million, with a total buyback amount of HKD 6.136 billion for the year [1][2]. - China COSCO Shipping Holdings repurchased 3.46 million shares for HKD 47.9 million, with a total buyback amount of HKD 6.866 billion for the year [1][2]. Group 2: Buyback Statistics - The highest buyback amount on December 29 was from Tencent Holdings at HKD 636 million, followed by Xiaomi Group-W at HKD 151 million [1][2]. - The largest number of shares repurchased on December 29 was by Four Seasons Medicine, with 8 million shares, followed by Xiaomi Group-W and China COSCO Shipping Holdings with 3.9 million and 3.46 million shares, respectively [1][2]. Group 3: Additional Companies and Their Buyback Data - Kingsoft repurchased 713,600 shares for HKD 20 million, with a total buyback amount of HKD 33.465 million for the year [2]. - Kuaishou-W bought back 310,000 shares for HKD 20 million, with a total buyback amount of HKD 306.840 million for the year [2]. - Other notable companies include Miniso Group, which repurchased 320,600 shares for HKD 1.195 million, and Four Seasons Medicine, which had a total buyback amount of HKD 15.332 million for the year [2][3].