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<Research>BofAS Foresees More Aggressive CN Property Policies by Mar/ Apr, Favors CR Land/ COLI
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BofA Securities released a research report maintaining a non-consensus positive view on the Chinese real estate industry, on its anticipation that policy-making by relevant authorities will be more proactive, presenting contrarian investment opportunities, under mounting pressure and low investor positioning.

While waiting for a policy inflection point, BofA Securities favored companies with strong execution capabilities such as CHINA RES LAND (01109.HK), CHINA OVERSEAS (00688.HK), and C&D INTL GROUP (01908.HK). It also expected CHINA RES MIXC (01209.HK) to benefit from any consumer stimulus measures. Furthermore, it upgraded ONEWO (02602.HK) to Neutral, as the worst-case scenario seems to be priced in, and a potential transfer of its controlling stake to Shenzhen Metro could present positive event-driven opportunities. Due to downbeat fundamental prospects, the broker maintained an Underperform rating for CG SERVICES (06098.HK), POLY DEVELOPMENTS (600048.SH), and MERCHANTS SHEKOU (001979.SZ).

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Assuming no policy changes, BofA Securities lowered its median forecast for EPS of Chinese property developers by 8% for 2025-27 and projected a 20% decline in 2025 earnings. Earnings and profit margins were still expected to rebound in 2027 on order delays, but the rebound will be weaker than expected after a weak 2H25. Based on weaker earnings prospects and/or declines in net asset value for non-SOEs (especially CHINA VANKE (02202.HK)), the broker axed its target price for Chinese property developers by 12%.

For detailed ratings and target prices by BofA Securities for the aforementioned Chinese property developers, please refer to the separate table.
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