Core Viewpoint - Jiufang Zhitu Holdings (09636) has experienced a significant stock price increase of over 6%, attributed to a positive earnings forecast for the first half of the year, indicating a turnaround from a loss in the previous year [1] Financial Performance - The company expects a net profit attributable to shareholders between approximately 830 million to 870 million HKD for the first half of the year, compared to a net loss of 174 million HKD in the same period last year [1] - The company reported a year-end contract liability of 1.489 billion HKD, with a strong performance in contract fulfillment during the first half of the year [1] Market Outlook - According to Cinda Securities, the domestic capital market is expected to improve significantly in the second half of 2024, leading to increased market activity and a rapid rise in new orders for the company [1] - The company maintains a high level of contract liabilities, with a balance of 809 million HKD expected at the end of the first half of 2025, providing robust support for stable performance in the second half of the year [1] Strategic Initiatives - In July, the company completed a strategic placement, raising 100 million USD with multiple times oversubscription, which is expected to enhance its strategic positioning in various markets [1] - The strategic placement aims to enrich the business ecosystem by focusing on RWA underlying assets, digital asset exchanges, and custodial banking, while also extending its global market reach, particularly in Hong Kong and the Middle East [1] - The company is working towards creating a closed-loop system encompassing trading, asset management, and investment advisory services [1]