2 1 Shi Ji Jing Ji Bao Dao·2025-08-29 02:00Core Viewpoint - The A-share market shows mixed performance with the securities sector experiencing notable gains, driven by strong financial results from leading brokerage firms and increased market activity [1][2]. Group 1: Market Performance - The three major A-share indices opened with mixed results, with the CSI All Share Securities Companies Index rising by 0.87% [1]. - The brokerage ETF (159842) opened high, increasing by 0.72% with a trading volume exceeding 34 million yuan, indicating active trading at the beginning of the session [2]. Group 2: Financial Results - Four leading brokerages, including CITIC Securities and China Galaxy Securities, reported their 2025 semi-annual results, all showing growth in revenue and net profit, with the highest net profit growth reaching 57.77% [2]. - These brokerages also announced significant cash dividends, with the highest dividend payout ratio being 32.53% of net profit [2]. Group 3: Market Outlook - Zhongyuan Securities suggests that if the equity market continues to expand, the brokerage index may maintain a steady recovery and upward trend, potentially approaching a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of two times, which is the upper limit of the past decade [3]. - In the event of a strong market correction, the brokerage sector's valuation may drop below the average P/B of 1.55 times since 2016, but continued investment in the brokerage sector is recommended, focusing on leading firms with strong wealth management and deep equity investment capabilities [3].