GF Securities reports strong Q1 2025 earnings growth

GF Securities (SZSE:000776) has announced a robust performance for the first quarter of 2025, with significant increases in both revenue and profit. Total operating revenue reached CNY 7.24 billion, a 46.29% increase compared to the same period last year. Net profit attributable to shareholders soared to CNY 2.76 billion, representing a 79.23% jump. Basic and diluted earnings per share both rose to CNY 0.33, a 94.12% increase. The company’s total assets stood at CNY 814.62 billion at the end of the quarter. These strong results were attributed to factors like increased investment income. The firm also completed the cancellation of repurchased A-shares, reducing its total share capital. The board has proposed further international expansion, including guarantees for its UK subsidiary, pending shareholder approval.