Huan Qiu Shi Bao·2025-07-22 22:49Group 1 - Korean individual investors are increasingly enthusiastic about Chinese stocks, with a shift in focus from Japanese and American markets to Chinese markets, driven by the recovery of the Chinese economy and strong performance of tech stocks in Hong Kong [1][2] - The trading volume of Korean investors in Chinese stocks has surged, reaching a cumulative amount of $5.514 billion as of July 17, 2023, surpassing the total for the entire year of 2024 [2][3] - The Hang Seng Index has risen over 16% since the beginning of the year, outperforming both the Korean Composite Index and major U.S. indices, attracting significant capital reallocation [2][3] Group 2 - The preferred stocks among Korean investors include Xiaomi, BYD, and CATL, with net purchases of $160 million, $62.44 million, and $60.85 million respectively as of July 17 [3][4] - A new investment strategy has emerged among Korean investors, focusing on a combination of technology, consumption, and finance sectors, with notable investments in companies like Lao Pu Gold and ICBC [3][4] - The battery sector, particularly CATL, is gaining attention due to perceived technological advancements over local competitors, with investors viewing CATL as a core asset for long-term investment [4][5] Group 3 - Investors are optimistic about the growth potential of Hong Kong stocks, particularly in technology and consumer sectors, as they anticipate more domestic stimulus policies from the Chinese government [5][6] - Korean investors have achieved an average return of 8.62% on Chinese stocks from January 1 to March 14, 2023, the highest among major overseas markets [5][6] - Analysts predict that the second half of the year will see more policy benefits released in China, enhancing the attractiveness of related investment sectors [7]