Core Viewpoint - The introduction of the new "National Nine Articles" has led to an increase in the frequency and amount of interim dividends among listed companies in the Shanghai market, with a significant number of companies enhancing their dividend stability and predictability [1][2]. Group 1: Dividend Trends - As of August 30, 406 listed companies in the Shanghai market have announced their interim dividend plans, setting new records for both the number of companies and the total dividend amount [1]. - Among these companies, 233 have consistently paid interim dividends for two consecutive years, accounting for 58% of the total, with a combined dividend amount of 488.4 billion yuan, representing nearly 90% of this year's interim dividends [1]. - The total cash dividend amount has increased by 1.6% compared to the same period last year, indicating a stable upward trend in dividend payouts [1]. Group 2: High Dividend Characteristics - Among the 233 companies, 55 have cash dividends exceeding 500 million yuan, with 76% maintaining or increasing their dividend amounts compared to the previous period [2]. - The frequency of cash dividends has also increased, with 26 companies having distributed dividends in their last three reports, demonstrating a commitment to "multiple distributions" within a year [2]. Group 3: Record Dividend Rates - The average cash dividend payout ratio for the 2025 interim dividends is approximately 57.42%, a significant increase from 40.95% in 2024 [3]. - There are 14 companies with dividend payout ratios exceeding 100%, and over 50% of listed companies have payout ratios between 30% and 100% [3]. - Notably, 14 companies have interim dividends exceeding 10 billion yuan, with three major telecom operators planning a total interim dividend of over 74 billion yuan, including China Mobile's 54 billion yuan, the highest in the Shanghai market [3].

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the increasing enthusiasm of listed securities firms in China for mid-term cash dividends, with a total proposed dividend amount of approximately 18.8 billion yuan, marking a significant increase compared to the previous year [1][3]. Summary by Sections Dividend Distribution - A total of 28 securities firms plan to distribute mid-term cash dividends, an increase from 25 firms the previous year, with the total dividend amount rising by over 5.3 billion yuan [1][3]. - Among these, 22 firms have consistently paid mid-term dividends for two consecutive years, with nearly 70% proposing higher per-share dividends than the previous year [2][3]. Dividend Ratios - Some firms have set their annual cash dividend target ratios at 30%, while two firms have raised this to 45% or 50%, indicating a growing trend towards higher shareholder returns [2][12]. - The overall cash dividend ratios are similar to the previous year, with 10 firms having ratios above 25% and only 2 firms below 10% [8][12]. Major Contributors - The top firms by proposed dividend amounts include CITIC Securities (4.298 billion yuan), Guotai Junan (2.627 billion yuan), and China Galaxy (1.367 billion yuan) [4][7]. - Despite larger firms dominating total amounts, several smaller firms also show significant dividend distributions, with 6 firms having cash dividend ratios exceeding 30% [4][5]. Year-on-Year Growth - Notable increases in per-share dividends include Dongwu Securities, which plans to distribute 1.38 yuan per 10 shares, an 84% increase from the previous year, and CITIC Jianan, which plans to distribute 1.65 yuan, up from 0.9 yuan [9][10]. Future Dividend Plans - Two firms, Founder Securities and Dongwu Securities, have committed to distributing at least 45% and 50% of their average distributable profits over the next three years, respectively [12][13]. - The firms emphasize that their dividend policies consider profitability, cash flow, and shareholder expectations, ensuring that distributions do not adversely affect operational stability [13].

Group 1 - In 2024, a record 3,720 listed companies implemented cash dividends totaling 2.4 trillion yuan, marking a historical high [1] - Over 400 companies disclosed interim dividend plans in this year's mid-year report, with a proposed total dividend amount of 180 billion yuan, indicating that interim dividends are becoming a norm for many listed companies [1] - The management encourages cash dividends as a direct and effective way to return value to investors, with policies like the "New National Nine Articles" emphasizing the need for enhanced regulation on cash dividends [1] Group 2 - The normalization of multiple dividends per year is pressuring the resolution of the dividend tax issue, as the current tax system is linked to the holding period of shares [2] - The dividend tax system imposes a differentiated tax rate based on the holding period, which can be seen as unreasonable, especially for individual investors who often face losses [2] - The introduction of multiple dividends per year highlights the unfairness of the dividend tax, as it increases the tax burden on investors who receive interim dividends [3] Group 3 - Two potential solutions to the dividend tax issue are proposed: either abolishing the dividend tax entirely or reforming the tax system to reduce the holding period for tax exemption from 12 months to 6 months [3]

Core Viewpoint - The trend of significant mid-term dividends among A-share listed companies reflects their confidence in operational performance and commitment to shareholder returns, with a total proposed cash dividend amount exceeding 72 billion yuan [1][3]. Group 1: Dividend Announcements - As of August 11, 2025, 58 listed companies announced mid-term dividend plans, with 44 companies proposing cash dividends totaling over 720 billion yuan [1]. - China Mobile plans to distribute a mid-term dividend of 2.5025 yuan per share, amounting to approximately 540.83 billion yuan [2]. - Ningde Times intends to distribute 10.07 yuan per 10 shares, totaling around 45.73 billion yuan based on a profit distribution of 15% of its net profit [2]. - Cangge Mining plans to distribute 10.00 yuan per 10 shares, amounting to approximately 15.69 billion yuan [2]. Group 2: Rationale Behind Dividends - Companies emphasize that large dividends are based on their profitability and commitment to investor returns, with China Mobile highlighting the importance of cash flow and future development needs [3]. - The trend of significant dividends showcases the sustainable development capabilities of enterprises and sets a benchmark for "profitability equals return" [3]. Group 3: Trends in Dividend Distribution - The trend of multiple dividends per year has become significant, with 713 companies announcing dividend plans in 2024, a 289.62% increase from 2023 [4]. - As of August 11, 2025, 356 companies have disclosed dividend plans, continuing the trend of increased frequency in dividend distribution [4]. - Regulatory policies are encouraging companies to implement multiple dividends, enhancing the stability and predictability of returns [4]. Group 4: Market Implications - The shift towards multiple dividends reflects a refined shareholder return mechanism, aligning with the trend of investors focusing on dividend income rather than capital gains [5]. - The increase in dividends among large-cap companies and industry leaders is expected to enhance investor confidence and stabilize stock prices [5]. - The A-share market is transitioning from a focus on scale expansion to a dual emphasis on quality and returns, with cash dividends becoming a normalized practice [5].

Core Viewpoint - The trend of mid-year dividend distribution among listed companies in China is increasing, with many companies announcing their first mid-year dividends, reflecting a growing awareness of returning value to investors [1][2][6] Group 1: Mid-Year Dividend Announcements - Numerous companies have announced mid-year dividend plans, with several making their first distributions, such as Ningde Times proposing a cash dividend of 10.07 yuan per 10 shares, totaling 4.573 billion yuan [1] - In the Shenzhen market, 14 companies have announced mid-year dividends, with 8 of them being first-time distributors, including Haida Group and AVIC Chengfei, with cash dividends ranging from 1.20 yuan to 6.23 yuan per 10 shares [2] - Wison Information and WuXi AppTec also joined the trend, with Wison proposing a cash dividend of 1.22 billion yuan, representing 40% of its net profit [2] Group 2: Future Dividend Plans - Companies are increasingly releasing long-term dividend plans, such as Yonghui Supermarket's three-year plan prioritizing cash dividends and allowing for mid-year distributions [4] - Jingyan Technology also announced a three-year plan, committing to maintain a minimum of 15% cash distribution of its distributable profits annually [4][5] Group 3: Regulatory Influence - The China Securities Regulatory Commission has been promoting more frequent dividend distributions, encouraging companies to adopt innovative models like pre-dividends and multiple distributions per year [6] - Data shows a significant increase in mid-year dividends in 2024, with approximately 504 companies distributing a total of 580 billion yuan, marking a substantial rise compared to previous years [6]

Core Viewpoint - The trend of increasing mid-term dividend distributions among A-share listed companies reflects a growing commitment to shareholder returns and confidence in stable business performance, particularly among leading firms in the Shenzhen Stock Exchange [1][3]. Group 1: Dividend Distribution Trends - As of July 30, 2025, 14 companies in the Shenzhen market have announced mid-term profit distribution plans, totaling 10.251 billion yuan, with 8 companies implementing mid-term dividends for the first time [1]. - Leading companies are setting an example by actively distributing dividends, which enhances investor confidence and establishes a benchmark for profitability and returns [1][2]. - Notable companies like CATL plan to distribute 4.573 billion yuan in cash dividends, indicating a strategic shift towards more frequent and substantial shareholder returns [2]. Group 2: Long-term Strategic Planning - An increasing number of companies are integrating shareholder returns into their long-term strategic frameworks, moving from reactive to proactive dividend planning [3][5]. - In 2024, 216 companies announced mid-to-long-term shareholder dividend plans, with an additional 165 companies doing so in 2025, indicating a clear trend towards stable and predictable returns [3][5]. - Companies like Guangzhou Yuyin Technology have established formal profit distribution systems, prioritizing cash dividends while ensuring sustainable operations [3][4]. Group 3: Market Implications - The shift towards systematic dividend commitments is reshaping investor expectations and promoting a consensus around stable returns, which could lead to better resource allocation in the capital market [5]. - This trend not only strengthens the relationship between companies and investors but also supports the healthy and stable operation of the capital market [3][4].

Core Viewpoint - The trend of mid-term dividends is becoming mainstream among listed companies in China's A-share market, with an increasing number of companies announcing mid-term profit distribution plans, reflecting a growing focus on shareholder returns and investor confidence [1][2][4]. Group 1: Mid-term Dividend Trends - As of July 22, 329 listed companies in the A-share market have announced plans for mid-term dividends for 2025, indicating a shift towards more frequent dividend distributions [1]. - Companies like WoHua Pharmaceutical and JuZan Optoelectronics have proposed specific dividend plans, such as a cash dividend of 1.2 yuan per 10 shares and a stock dividend of 4.5 shares for every 10 shares, respectively [1][2]. - The reasons for these dividend announcements include "returning to investors" and "enhancing investor confidence," which have become key themes among companies [1][2]. Group 2: Investor Sentiment and Market Impact - The trend of multiple dividends per year is seen as a way to provide investors with more opportunities for low-cost accumulation of shares, making these stocks attractive [3]. - Institutions like Bosera Fund view frequent dividends as a means to boost investor confidence and attract long-term capital, such as insurance funds and pensions [3]. - Goldman Sachs predicts that by the end of 2025, Chinese listed companies will distribute 3 trillion yuan in dividends, a record high that is expected to attract more global investors and enhance company valuations [3]. Group 3: Policy Support and Regulatory Framework - The positive changes in dividend distribution are attributed to both companies' focus on value management and the ongoing policy support aimed at increasing dividend rates [4]. - The new "National Nine Articles" released last year emphasizes cash dividend regulation and encourages high-dividend companies, promoting trends like multiple dividends per year and pre-dividends [4]. - Experts suggest that optimizing dividend policies and simplifying procedures can further enhance the frequency and stability of dividends, aligning with companies' long-term development needs [5].