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Brokerage Central China Securities Co. Ltd. (1375.HK) said on Tuesday it expects to report a profit of 380 million yuan ($56 million) to 430 million yuan for the first half of 2026, up 46% to 65.2% from the same period last year.

Excluding non-recurring gains and losses, the company said its profit totaled between 360 million yuan and 410 million yuan, up 42.2% to 62% year-over-year.

Central China Securities noted that capital markets showed steady improvement in the first half of 2026. During the period, revenue from its wealth management and investment businesses grew year-over-year. This, coupled with the company’s integration strategy and digital transformation, drove steady growth for its business.

Shares of Central China Securities opened flat at HK$1.67 on Wednesday. The stock is down 47% from its 52-week high.

By Lau Chi Hang

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