

Core Viewpoint - The cash dividends from A-share listed brokerages for the first half of 2025 are being distributed, supported by improved operating performance in the sector [1][2][4]. Group 1: Cash Dividends Distribution - On September 18, 2025, China Merchants Securities distributed a cash dividend of 0.119 yuan per share, totaling 1.035 billion yuan [2]. - Nanjing Securities plans to distribute a cash dividend of 0.05 yuan per share, totaling 184 million yuan, with the payment date set for September 19 [1][2]. - First Capital's cash dividend distribution plan includes 0.01 yuan per share, totaling 42.024 million yuan, with the payment date on September 24 [3]. Group 2: Financial Performance - In the first half of 2025, China Merchants Securities reported operating income of 10.52 billion yuan and a net profit of 5.186 billion yuan, both showing over 9% year-on-year growth [2]. - Nanjing Securities achieved operating income of 1.578 billion yuan, a nearly 6% decline year-on-year, while net profit increased by 13.65% to 621 million yuan [2][3]. - First Capital's operating income reached 1.832 billion yuan, with a net profit of 486 million yuan, both exceeding 20% year-on-year growth [3]. Group 3: Market Outlook and Investment Value - The positive performance of the A-share market in the first half of 2025 has provided a solid foundation for mid-term equity distribution among listed brokerages [4]. - The brokerage sector is expected to continue benefiting from increased trading activity and improved earnings, with a focus on brokerage, margin financing, and investment business revenues [4]. - Investment opportunities are suggested in brokerages with high revenue contributions from brokerage and margin financing, those with significant year-on-year performance improvements, and potential merger targets [4].