CICC Begins Coverage of CATL with Outperform Rating and Target Price of HKD 580
CICC Report on CATL: CICC has initiated coverage on CATL (03750.HK) with an Outperform rating and a target price of HKD580, highlighting the company's strong growth potential in overseas markets.
Earnings Projections: The report forecasts CATL's earnings per share (EPS) to reach RMB15.27 in 2025 and RMB19.74 in 2026, indicating a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 31.6% from 2024 to 2026.
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HSI Rises 138 Points in Half-Day Trading as CMOC/LAOPU GOLD Jumps 6% After Blue Chip Inclusion; Overall HSI Increases 32% in Year of the Snake
Hong Kong Stock Performance: On February 16, Hong Kong stocks saw a positive half-day session, with the HSI closing up 138 points (0.5%) at 26,705, marking a strong overall performance in the Year of the Snake with a 32% gain.
HSI Quarterly Review Changes: The quarterly review of the HSI included the addition of CATL, CMOC, and LAOPU GOLD, which saw significant gains, while ZHONGSHENG HLDG was removed from the index.
Individual Stock Movements: Notable stock movements included SANDS CHINA LTD rising 2.7% despite a slight decline in property EBITDA, while ANTA SPORTS experienced a minor drop after shareholder approval for a significant acquisition.
US Department of War Update: The US Department of War's withdrawal of the "List of Chinese Military Companies" impacted stock prices, with BABA-W declining 0.5% and BIDU-SW increasing by 1.3%.
CMOC/LAOPU GOLD Rises Over 5% in Early Trading Following HSI Constituents Inclusion
Hang Seng Index Review: The Hang Seng Indexes Company announced the inclusion of CATL, CMOC, and LAOPU GOLD in the HSI following the 4Q25 review, with respective price increases of 2.899%, 6.814%, and 5.078%.
Short Selling Data: CATL, CMOC, and LAOPU GOLD experienced significant short selling, with ratios of 23.375%, 22.040%, and 28.099%, respectively, indicating investor caution.
Market Reactions: CMOC and LAOPU GOLD saw notable price surges of 5.25% and 5.55%, while ZHONGSHENG HLDG faced a decline of 2.707% amid short selling pressures.
Implementation Timeline: The changes to the index will be effective after the market close on March 6, 2026, and will take effect on March 9, 2026.
HSI Declines by 65 Points at Opening; CATL and CMOC Start Strong Among Blue Chips; Alibaba and Baidu Struggle
US Inflation and Stock Market Update: US inflation was below expectations while core inflation met them; the DJIA rose by 0.1% last Friday.
Hong Kong Stock Market Performance: The Hong Kong bourse opened lower, with the HSI down 0.2% and other indices also showing declines.
HSI Quarterly Review Changes: CATL, CMOC, and LAOPU GOLD were added to the HSI, while ZHONGSHENG HLDG was removed; CATL and CMOC saw slight increases in their stock prices.
Notable Stock Movements: Stocks like BABA-W and BIDU-SW dropped significantly after being listed as Chinese military companies, while ANTA SPORTS received approval for a stake acquisition in PUMA.
CATL Signs Agreement for Eco-Friendly Intelligent Manufacturing Facility in Yancheng, Jiangsu
CATL's New Manufacturing Base: CATL has signed an agreement to establish a lithium battery green intelligent manufacturing base in Yancheng, Jiangsu Province, which will focus on high green electricity applications.
Zero-Carbon Industrial Park: The project aims to create a national-level zero-carbon industrial park, featuring the first grid-connected green electricity system and a demonstration base for export products meeting "zero-carbon factory + lighthouse factory" standards.
CATL, CMOC, and LAOPU GOLD Join HSI; ZHONGSHENG HLDG Excluded
Index Review Announcement: Hang Seng Indexes Company announced the results of its quarterly review for the Hang Seng Family of Indexes, effective from 9 March 2026.
New Additions to HSI: CATL, CMOC, and LAOPU GOLD will be added to the Hang Seng Index, increasing the total number of constituents from 88 to 90.
Deletion from HSI: ZHONGSHENG HLDG will be removed from the Hang Seng Index as part of the quarterly review.
Short Selling Data: The article includes short selling data for the mentioned companies, highlighting significant short selling ratios and amounts prior to the index changes.
CATL Finalizes RMB5 Billion Green Technology Innovation Bond Issuance
Bond Issuance: CATL successfully issued its first tranche of a 2026 green tech innovation bond, raising RMB5 billion, with funds credited on February 9, 2026.
Bond Details: The bond has a maturity date of February 9, 2031, and an interest rate of 1.7%.
Market Performance: CATL's stock is currently down by 0.685%, with significant short selling activity amounting to $251.71 million and a short selling ratio of 26.784%.
Analyst Outlook: UBS has raised CATL's target price to HKD660, citing cost and technological advantages that present multiple growth opportunities.
HSI Rises 138 Points in Half-Day Trading as CMOC/LAOPU GOLD Jumps 6% After Blue Chip Inclusion; Overall HSI Increases 32% in Year of the Snake
Hong Kong Stock Performance: On February 16, Hong Kong stocks saw a positive half-day session, with the HSI closing up 138 points (0.5%) at 26,705, marking a strong overall performance in the Year of the Snake with a 32% gain.
HSI Quarterly Review Changes: The quarterly review of the HSI included the addition of CATL, CMOC, and LAOPU GOLD, which saw significant gains, while ZHONGSHENG HLDG was removed from the index.
Individual Stock Movements: Notable stock movements included SANDS CHINA LTD rising 2.7% despite a slight decline in property EBITDA, while ANTA SPORTS experienced a minor drop after shareholder approval for a significant acquisition.
US Department of War Update: The US Department of War's withdrawal of the "List of Chinese Military Companies" impacted stock prices, with BABA-W declining 0.5% and BIDU-SW increasing by 1.3%.
CMOC/LAOPU GOLD Rises Over 5% in Early Trading Following HSI Constituents Inclusion
Hang Seng Index Review: The Hang Seng Indexes Company announced the inclusion of CATL, CMOC, and LAOPU GOLD in the HSI following the 4Q25 review, with respective price increases of 2.899%, 6.814%, and 5.078%.
Short Selling Data: CATL, CMOC, and LAOPU GOLD experienced significant short selling, with ratios of 23.375%, 22.040%, and 28.099%, respectively, indicating investor caution.
Market Reactions: CMOC and LAOPU GOLD saw notable price surges of 5.25% and 5.55%, while ZHONGSHENG HLDG faced a decline of 2.707% amid short selling pressures.
Implementation Timeline: The changes to the index will be effective after the market close on March 6, 2026, and will take effect on March 9, 2026.
HSI Declines by 65 Points at Opening; CATL and CMOC Start Strong Among Blue Chips; Alibaba and Baidu Struggle
US Inflation and Stock Market Update: US inflation was below expectations while core inflation met them; the DJIA rose by 0.1% last Friday.
Hong Kong Stock Market Performance: The Hong Kong bourse opened lower, with the HSI down 0.2% and other indices also showing declines.
HSI Quarterly Review Changes: CATL, CMOC, and LAOPU GOLD were added to the HSI, while ZHONGSHENG HLDG was removed; CATL and CMOC saw slight increases in their stock prices.
Notable Stock Movements: Stocks like BABA-W and BIDU-SW dropped significantly after being listed as Chinese military companies, while ANTA SPORTS received approval for a stake acquisition in PUMA.
CATL Signs Agreement for Eco-Friendly Intelligent Manufacturing Facility in Yancheng, Jiangsu
CATL's New Manufacturing Base: CATL has signed an agreement to establish a lithium battery green intelligent manufacturing base in Yancheng, Jiangsu Province, which will focus on high green electricity applications.
Zero-Carbon Industrial Park: The project aims to create a national-level zero-carbon industrial park, featuring the first grid-connected green electricity system and a demonstration base for export products meeting "zero-carbon factory + lighthouse factory" standards.
CATL, CMOC, and LAOPU GOLD Join HSI; ZHONGSHENG HLDG Excluded
Index Review Announcement: Hang Seng Indexes Company announced the results of its quarterly review for the Hang Seng Family of Indexes, effective from 9 March 2026.
New Additions to HSI: CATL, CMOC, and LAOPU GOLD will be added to the Hang Seng Index, increasing the total number of constituents from 88 to 90.
Deletion from HSI: ZHONGSHENG HLDG will be removed from the Hang Seng Index as part of the quarterly review.
Short Selling Data: The article includes short selling data for the mentioned companies, highlighting significant short selling ratios and amounts prior to the index changes.
CATL Finalizes RMB5 Billion Green Technology Innovation Bond Issuance
Bond Issuance: CATL successfully issued its first tranche of a 2026 green tech innovation bond, raising RMB5 billion, with funds credited on February 9, 2026.
Bond Details: The bond has a maturity date of February 9, 2031, and an interest rate of 1.7%.
Market Performance: CATL's stock is currently down by 0.685%, with significant short selling activity amounting to $251.71 million and a short selling ratio of 26.784%.
Analyst Outlook: UBS has raised CATL's target price to HKD660, citing cost and technological advantages that present multiple growth opportunities.
