Sou Hu Cai Jing·2026-02-12 01:05Core Viewpoint - Citigroup has raised the target prices for Zijin Mining's A-shares and Hong Kong shares by over 30%, along with an increase in profit forecasts due to higher gold and lithium price predictions and increased gold sales [1] Group 1: Target Price Adjustments - The target price for Zijin Mining's Hong Kong shares has been increased from HKD 39 to HKD 51.8 [1] - The target price for A-shares has been raised from CNY 35.5 to CNY 46.6 [1] Group 2: Profit Forecasts - Profit forecasts for 2025, 2026, and 2027 have been adjusted to CNY 51.6 billion, CNY 81.7 billion, and CNY 76.6 billion respectively, representing increases of 1%, 29%, and 12% compared to previous estimates [1] Group 3: Dividend Expectations - Analysts expect the company to gradually increase its dividend payout ratio, with a model assumption of a 40% payout rate starting in 2025 [1] Group 4: Investor Concerns - Some investors express concerns regarding the lack of a 2030 production target in the three-year production plan, as the new board's term lasts until 2028 [1] - Citigroup believes these concerns are overstated and anticipates that the company will provide clearer three-year rolling guidance [1]