Zhong Guo Ji Jin Bao·2025-04-09 13:42Core Viewpoint - Multiple Chinese securities firms, including China Galaxy and Huatai Securities, reported over 50% growth in net profit for the first quarter of 2025, driven by strong performance in wealth management, credit trading, and investment trading [2][12]. Group 1: Company Performance - China Galaxy expects a net profit of 2.773 billion to 3.1 billion yuan for Q1 2025, representing a year-on-year increase of 70% to 90% [3]. - Huatai Securities anticipates a net profit of 3.437 billion to 3.666 billion yuan for Q1 2025, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 50% to 60% [4]. - Huazhong Securities projects a net profit of 502 million to 558 million yuan for Q1 2025, with an increase of 80% to 100% year-on-year [6]. - CITIC Securities expects a net profit of approximately 6.545 billion yuan for Q1 2025, showing a year-on-year growth of about 32% [11]. - Guotai Haitong forecasts a net profit of 11.201 billion to 12.445 billion yuan for Q1 2025, indicating a significant increase of 350% to 400% year-on-year [11]. - Industrial Securities anticipates a net profit of 516 million yuan for Q1 2025, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 57.32% [11]. - Dongwu Securities expects a net profit of 912 million to 1.003 billion yuan for Q1 2025, with a growth of 100% to 120% year-on-year [11]. Group 2: Industry Outlook - Analysts express optimism regarding the securities industry, citing ongoing efforts by the China Securities Regulatory Commission to promote long-term capital inflows and enhance market activity [12]. - Predictions indicate that listed securities firms will see a 21% increase in operating revenue and a 23% increase in net profit year-on-year for Q1 2025 [12]. - The securities sector is viewed as a high-beta segment, with major firms likely to benefit from government support and market stabilization efforts [12][13].