CITIC Securities 2025 Annual Report Analysis: Operating cash flow surged by 181.53%, net profit attributable to shareholders increased by 30.68% year-on-year to 9.439 billion yuan

Core Profitability Indicators Analysis

Operating Revenue: Up 22.41% Year-over-Year to 23.322 Billion Yuan

In 2025, the company achieved an operating revenue of 23.322 billion yuan, a year-over-year increase of 22.41% from 19.053 billion yuan in 2024. Quarterly, revenue showed a pattern of steady growth followed by slight decline, with first to fourth quarter revenues of 4.919 billion yuan, 5.821 billion yuan, 6.549 billion yuan, and 6.032 billion yuan respectively. The first three quarters saw continuous growth, and although the fourth quarter declined slightly, revenue remained above 6 billion yuan, indicating steady expansion of overall business scale.

Net Profit Attributable to Parent: Up 30.68% YoY to 9.439 Billion Yuan

During the reporting period, net profit attributable to shareholders of the parent company was 9.439 billion yuan, a 30.68% increase from 7.223 billion yuan in 2024, with a faster growth rate than revenue, indicating improved profitability quality. Quarterly data shows that net profit in Q2 reached 2.666 billion yuan, the highest for the year. The first to fourth quarters recorded 1.843 billion yuan, 2.666 billion yuan, 2.580 billion yuan, and 2.351 billion yuan respectively, with profits remaining at high levels each quarter, demonstrating strong annual profitability stability.

Net Profit Excluding Non-Recurring Gains and Losses: Up 30.77% YoY to 9.468 Billion Yuan

Net profit attributable to shareholders after deducting non-recurring gains and losses was 9.468 billion yuan, up 30.77% from 7.240 billion yuan in 2024, consistent with the growth rate of net profit attributable to the parent. This indicates that the company’s profit growth mainly stems from core business contributions, with minimal impact from non-recurring items. Quarterly, the trend of net profit excluding non-recurring items closely mirrors that of net profit attributable to the parent, with Q4 at 2.421 billion yuan, slightly higher than the net profit, indicating minor non-recurring losses in that quarter.

Basic Earnings per Share: Up 37.97% YoY to 1.09 Yuan/Share

Basic earnings per share (EPS) reached 1.09 yuan, a 37.97% increase from 0.79 yuan in 2024. The growth rate exceeds that of net profit, mainly because the company’s share capital remained unchanged, so profit growth directly boosted EPS.

Diluted EPS (excluding non-recurring gains/losses): Up 36.25% YoY to 1.09 Yuan/Share

The basic EPS after deducting non-recurring gains and losses was 1.09 yuan, up 36.25% from 0.80 yuan in 2024, aligning with the growth of net profit excluding non-recurring items, further confirming the resilience of core business profitability.

Cost and R&D Investment Analysis

Overall Expenses

During the period, the company’s operating expenses totaled 11.495 billion yuan, up 11.94% from 10.269 billion yuan in 2024. The growth rate is lower than revenue growth of 22.41%, indicating effective cost control and contributing to profit margin improvement.

Selling Expenses: Not Disclosed Separately

The annual report did not disclose specific data on selling expenses. Considering the 24.37% revenue growth in wealth management, it is inferred that selling expenses increased with business scale, but the overall expense ratio showed a downward trend.

Management Expenses: Not Disclosed Separately

No detailed management expenses were disclosed. From the increase in operating expenses by 9.85% (from 10.031 billion yuan to 11.020 billion yuan), management-related costs have increased with the company’s scale but at a lower rate than revenue.

Financial Expenses: Net Interest Income Up 39.35% YoY

Net interest income during the period was 1.095 billion yuan, up 39.35% from 786 million yuan in 2024. Interest income was 8.856 billion yuan, a slight increase of 1.99% from 8.683 billion yuan; interest expenses were 7.761 billion yuan, down 1.72% from 7.897 billion yuan. The reduction in interest expenses is the main reason for the growth in net interest income, reflecting a decrease in financing costs.

R&D Expenses: Not Disclosed Separately

No detailed disclosure of R&D expenses was provided. However, the company’s investment in technological innovation includes issuing 1 billion yuan of tech innovation corporate bonds in 2025 to support related business, indicating ongoing increased investment in technology and digital transformation.

R&D Personnel: Not Disclosed Separately

Details on R&D staff numbers and salaries were not disclosed. The company has notable achievements in fintech, with research papers related to the “Octopus” fixed income and integrated big data intelligent platform being accepted at top international academic conferences, reflecting a professional fintech R&D team.

Cash Flow Analysis

Overall Cash Flow: Net Increase of 48.669 Billion Yuan in Cash and Cash Equivalents

In 2025, net cash and cash equivalents increased by 48.669 billion yuan, a 27.68% rise from 38.118 billion yuan in 2024, mainly driven by significant growth in operating cash flow.

Operating Cash Flow: Surged 181.53% YoY to 83.052 Billion Yuan

Net cash flow from operating activities was 83.052 billion yuan, up 181.53% from 29.500 billion yuan in 2024. The main reasons include cash inflows from share repurchase activities and securities agency trading. Quarterly, Q2 saw the highest inflow at 39.196 billion yuan; Q1 to Q4 recorded 20.929 billion yuan, 39.196 billion yuan, -2.174 billion yuan, and 25.100 billion yuan respectively. Despite a net outflow in Q3, the overall annual operating cash flow was strong, providing ample funds for business expansion.

Investing Cash Flow: Net Outflow Expanded 276.62% YoY to 50.173 Billion Yuan

Net cash outflow from investing activities was 50.173 billion yuan, a significant increase from 13.322 billion yuan in 2024, reflecting increased investment payments and a strategic push into new business areas.

Financing Cash Flow: Net Inflow Decreased 30.03% YoY to 15.889 Billion Yuan

Net cash inflow from financing activities was 15.889 billion yuan, down 30.03% from 22.625 billion yuan in 2024, mainly due to increased debt repayments, indicating optimized debt structure and reduced financial risk.

Risk Factors

The company faces key risks including market risk, credit risk, liquidity risk, and compliance risk:

1. Market Risk: Fluctuations in stock, bond, commodity, and foreign exchange markets could lead to investment losses, especially in equity and derivatives markets.
2. Credit Risk: Risks of counterparties defaulting in financing and off-balance-sheet derivatives, or bond issuer defaults, could cause financial losses.
3. Liquidity Risk: Asset-liability mismatches, tight liquidity at certain times, rising funding costs, or operational missteps could threaten liquidity, especially in volatile markets.
4. Compliance Risk: Internal control lapses or regulatory violations may lead to penalties and reputational damage, with increasing regulatory scrutiny.

Additional risks include strategic, operational, legal, technological, and reputational risks, which may collectively impact the company’s operations.

Management and Directors’ Compensation

Chairman: Liu Cheng Receives 1.2974 Million Yuan Pre-Tax

During the period, Chairman Liu Cheng received a pre-tax compensation of 1.2974 million yuan, appointed in March 2025, corresponding to his tenure.

General Manager: Jin Jianhua Receives 1.2242 Million Yuan Pre-Tax

General Manager Jin Jianhua’s pre-tax compensation was 1.2242 million yuan.

Multiple Vice Presidents: Over 1 Million Yuan Pre-Tax

Executive Committee member and Wealth Management Committee Director Huang Ling received 1.2236 million yuan; Executive Committee member and Institutional Business Committee Director Wu Chao received 1.0382 million yuan; Executive Committee member Wang Guangxue received 1.2518 million yuan; Executive Committee member Zhang Xinfan received 1.0622 million yuan. Overall, senior management compensation is relatively high, aligned with company performance growth.

CFO: Not Disclosed Separately

No specific disclosure on CFO compensation; based on executive committee salaries, it is expected to be in the same high range.

Overall, CITIC Construction Investment achieved both volume and price growth in 2025, with revenue and net profit increasing simultaneously. Cash flow performance remains robust, though market volatility and credit risks require vigilance. The company maintains steady operations with promising future prospects.

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