Bei Jing Shang Bao·2025-07-28 10:50Core Viewpoint - The A-share market is experiencing an upward trend, with significant performance from brokerage stocks, indicating a bullish sentiment in the market [1][3]. Market Performance - As of July 28, the Shanghai Composite Index rose by 0.12% to close at 3597.94 points, while the Shenzhen Component and ChiNext Index increased by 0.44% and 0.96%, closing at 11217.58 points and 2362.6 points respectively [1]. - The CSI All Share Securities Index closed at 874.91 points, up 0.67% on the same day, with a cumulative increase of 8.86% in July [2]. Individual Stock Performance - Among the 49 constituent stocks, 33 saw an increase, with Zhongyin Securities leading at a rise of 7.93%, reaching its daily limit [2]. - Other notable performers included Huatai Securities and Guotai Junan, which rose by 2.97% and 2.87% respectively [2]. ETF Performance - Multiple brokerage ETFs also showed strong performance, with increases exceeding 1%, including Huian Securities ETF (up 1.3%) and Jiashi Securities ETF (up 1.27%) [3]. - Several public funds' securities ETFs also rose by over 0.9% on the same day [3]. Earnings Forecast - As of July 28, 32 listed brokerages have released mid-year earnings forecasts, with many reporting significant profit increases, including Guolian Minsheng and Huaxi Securities, which are expected to see net profit growth rates of 1183% and 1025.19% to 1353.9% respectively [3]. - A total of 12 brokerage stocks or related stocks have projected net profit growth rates exceeding 100% [3]. Year-to-Date Performance - The CSI All Share Securities Index has increased by 5.22% year-to-date, with Xiangcai Co. leading the gains at 57.78% [4]. - Other top performers include Zhongyin Securities and Dongwu Securities, with increases of 46.33% and 35.43% respectively [4]. Market Sentiment and Future Outlook - Analysts view brokerage stocks as indicators of market sentiment, with improving performance and expectations of mergers and reforms supporting their valuations [4]. - The brokerage sector is anticipated to maintain a steady recovery and upward trend, with potential for outperforming market benchmarks if the capital market remains stable and active [5].