2 1 Shi Ji Jing Ji Bao Dao·2025-08-29 08:21Core Viewpoint - The A-share market is experiencing a significant shift towards increased shareholder returns, with a notable rise in the number and scale of mid-term dividend plans among listed companies, reflecting a more robust commitment to shareholder value [1][3][12]. Group 1: Dividend Trends - As of August 28, 2025, 713 A-share companies have disclosed mid-term dividend plans, surpassing last year's 704, indicating a continuous upward trend in dividend distribution [3][4]. - The number of companies distributing mid-term dividends has increased dramatically from fewer than 200 annually to several hundred, showcasing a shift in corporate behavior towards prioritizing shareholder returns [1][3]. - The scale of mid-term dividends has significantly increased since 2024, with more companies now offering higher per-share dividends compared to previous years [3][10]. Group 2: Dividend Distribution Data - The number of companies with mid-term dividends exceeding 100 yuan per share has risen from 13 in 2022 to 25 in 2025 [5][10]. - The number of companies with mid-term dividends over 200 yuan per share has increased from 2 in 2022 to 7 in 2025 [6][10]. - Leading companies in terms of per-share dividends for 2025 include 吉比特 (660 yuan), 九号公司 (423 yuan), and 义翘神州 (400 yuan) [7][9]. Group 3: Policy and Regulatory Impact - The new "National Nine Articles" policy links dividend distribution to refinancing and share reduction behaviors, enhancing the motivation for companies to distribute dividends [2][8]. - The information disclosure evaluation mechanism now includes incentives for companies to increase dividend frequency and proportion, further encouraging a culture of shareholder returns [2][8]. - Regulatory guidance has led to a notable increase in companies, including those previously reluctant to distribute dividends, now participating in dividend plans [8][12]. Group 4: Industry Insights - Traditional high cash flow sectors such as finance, energy, and telecommunications remain the primary contributors to dividends, while consumer and manufacturing sectors are rapidly unlocking their dividend potential [2][12]. - Companies like 中国移动 and 吉比特 have established stable and predictable high-dividend styles, with 中国移动 committing to increase its payout ratio to over 75% by 2026 [10][11]. - The trend of companies developing long-term dividend plans reflects an improvement in corporate governance and shareholder awareness [12][13].