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The Chinese government plans to inject RMB 500 billion into four major state-owned banks to bolster lending and support the economy. This capital infusion, which comes with a premium on share prices, aims to strengthen the banking sector while private demand remains weak. Despite improving economic data, the CNY is expected to stay under pressure due to a low interest rate environment.
Bank of America has reaffirmed a "neutral" rating for Bank of China (OTCMKTS:BACHY), while Goldman Sachs upgraded it from "hold" to "strong-buy." The stock traded down 0.8% to $14.73, with a market cap of $173.45 billion and a P/E ratio of 5.78. Despite a current buy rating, analysts suggest five other stocks may be better investment options.
The Hang Seng Index (HSI) surged 464 points, or 2.1%, closing at 23,080, while the Hang Seng Tech Index (HSTI) rose 167 points, or 3.0%, to 5,666. Notable gainers included Alibaba, Meituan, and Tencent, each up over 3%, with several companies like CCB, Xiaomi, and HSBC Holdings reaching new highs.
UBS has set a target price of $4.7 for Bank of China (03988.HK), citing improved net interest margins from overseas business compared to peers. Meanwhile, Goldman Sachs highlights APAC stocks with a focus on Chinese shareholder returns, including BYD, Tongcheng Travel, Yum China, and others. Additionally, Morgan Stanley reports that the CSRC is encouraging major state-owned insurers to allocate 30% of new premiums to A-shares, with Chinese banks seen as primary investment options.
The HSI rose 365 points (1.9%) to 20,066, while the HSTI gained 142 points (3.1%) to 4,657, with market turnover reaching $159.81 billion. Notable performers included SUNNY OPTICAL, which surged over 7%, and several stocks like XIAOMI, ICBC, and HSBC HOLDINGS hitting new highs. Active heavyweights included TENCENT and HKEX, both up 2.5%.
Crédit Agricole has been upgraded to category 2 on the Financial Stability Board's list of systemically important banks, requiring it to hold more capital to withstand financial shocks. The list, which includes 29 banks, saw Bank of America drop to category 2, while UBS was moved up to category 2 following its acquisition of Credit Suisse. The highest capital requirements are for JP Morgan Chase, classified in category 4.
Chinese regulators have instructed banks to reduce the rates on interbank deposits to stimulate economic growth. The interest rate self-disciplinary mechanism, overseen by the central bank, has advised banks to align these rates with the 7-day reverse repo rate, currently at 1.5% annually.
China's anticipated fiscal stimulus plans may hinge on the outcome of the U.S. presidential election, with analysts predicting a larger package if Trump wins. Local governments face challenges due to strict tax enforcement, impacting business activity, while the central government focuses on addressing local debt. Despite potential support, consumption stimulus is expected to be more property-focused, with market volatility influencing the scale of any announced measures.
China's recent stimulus measures are poised to influence the third-quarter earnings of major banks, including Industrial & Commercial Bank of China and China Construction Bank. Focus will be on their long-term outlook following recent cuts to benchmark lending and deposit rates, as net interest margins have hit record lows, impacting profitability.
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