M Stanley Lowers Earnings Projections for MINSHENG BANK; Target Price Remains at HKD6.1 with Overweight Rating
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Dec 19 2025
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Source: aastocks
Morgan Stanley's Report: Morgan Stanley has updated its risk-return assessment for MINSHENG BANK (01988.HK) and revised its earnings forecasts based on the bank's 3Q25 results.
Earnings Forecast Changes: The bank's NIM and post-result credit cost forecasts were lifted, but EPS forecasts for 2025-27 were reduced by 2.1%, 6.5%, and 7.9% respectively.
Target Price and Rating: Morgan Stanley maintained its target price for MINSHENG BANK at HKD6.1 and assigned an Overweight rating.
Market Context: The report notes that short selling for MINSHENG BANK is at $44.00M with a ratio of 45.008%, and highlights expectations for a 50 basis point cut in RRR by the PBOC in 1Q26.
Analyst Views on 01988
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About the author
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.
