Group 1 - Citi maintains a "Buy" rating for China Hongqiao (01378) and raises the target price from HKD 21.0 to HKD 25.2, continuing to list it as a preferred stock in the aluminum industry [1] - Concerns among investors regarding aluminum demand in the second half of 2025 are noted, attributed to a slowdown in the solar industry and the arrival of the off-season [1] - Despite a recent decline in actual aluminum consumption, aluminum prices remain strong due to limited new supply, with China's aluminum capacity utilization rate at a high of 98.5% as of June 2025 and low aluminum inventory levels [1] Group 2 - China Hongqiao is expected to benefit from higher aluminum profits, with an attractive dividend yield of 8.1% based on 2025 performance expectations as of July 29 [1] - The aluminum industry is viewed as a top sector by Citi, with supply constraints in China likely to keep aluminum profits elevated for an extended period [1] - Strong earnings and substantial dividends are anticipated to lead to a revaluation of China Hongqiao's stock [1]
花旗：上调中国宏桥目标价至25.2港元 仍为铝行业首选股