Chinese firms with success in go-global efforts poised to reap profit rewards

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 2 min read 100% complete by Zhang ShidongMarch 12, 2026 at 12:30 AM
Chinese firms with success in go-global efforts poised to reap profit rewards

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Chinese companies listed on mainland exchanges are expected to outperform their Hong Kong-listed counterparts in earnings growth for 2025. Bloomberg data projects a 6.3% profit increase for the 300 largest mainland-traded firms, compared to only 2% for Hang Seng Index companies. This divergence is attributed to successful overseas expansion by mainland companies, particularly in traditional sectors like energy and industrials, which have benefited from rising commodity prices. Conversely, Hong Kong-listed firms, heavily weighted in tech, face intense competition and weaker domestic consumption. Companies in sectors like non-ferrous metals and power equipment have seen increased profits due to higher prices and utilization, with overseas markets contributing significantly to sales increases for many mainland-listed firms.

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mainland-listed companies 90% overseas expansion 80% yuan-denominated stocks 70% profit growth 70% commodity boom 60% chinese firms 60% hong kong market 50% earnings season 50% geopolitical tensions 50% artificial intelligence 40%

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China

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