Over a hundred companies have doubled their net profits, institutions are seeking high-performing stocks and emerging sectors

The performance forecasts for A-shares are being disclosed at an accelerated pace. According to Wind data, as of 5 PM on January 27, a total of 1,201 listed companies in A-shares have disclosed their full-year performance forecasts for 2025, among which 475 companies expect positive results, and 107 companies anticipate that the net profit attributable to shareholders of the listed company will double year-on-year for the entire year of 2025. From an industry perspective, the performance recovery is particularly evident in industries such as non-ferrous metals, automobiles and auto parts, chemicals, and semiconductors, with leading companies in these sectors performing exceptionally well. Following the release of performance forecasts, many listed companies have received intensive research from institutions. From the content of institutional research, institutions are generally focused on the new and existing order volumes of listed companies, the construction progress of new production lines, and positive changes occurring in the respective industries. (China Securities Journal)