HSBC Research Raises COSCO SHIP PORT's Target Price to HKD5.2 and Downgrades CHINA MER PORT's Rating to Reduce
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Sep 02 2025
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Source: aastocks
Forecast on Container Throughput: HSBC Global Research predicts a significant slowdown in container throughput at Chinese ports in the second half of 2025, influenced by US tariffs and a high base from the previous year, with the US National Retail Federation expecting an 8.4% and 20% decline in container imports for Q3 and Q4 of 2025, respectively.
Impact on Earnings and Ratings: The anticipated slowdown is expected to reduce earnings for related companies by 2-21% in 2H25, leading to a downgrade of CHINA MER PORT's rating from Hold to Reduce, while COSCO SHIP PORT's target price was raised, maintaining a Neutral rating.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
