According to a report from BofA Securities, CICC (03908.HK) +0.560 (+3.977%) Short selling $13.42M; Ratio 6.567% 's 2024 net profit dropped by 8% YoY to about RMB5.7 billion, but it still beat the broker's and the market's general expectations as its 4Q24 net profit exceeded forecasts with a sharp growth of 81% YoY.Considering the continuing growth momentum in 1Q25, BofA Securities lifted its target price for CICC's H-shares to $17.3 from $16.5, while keeping the Buy rating unchanged and naming its H-shares as the top choice for broker stocks.(HK stocks quote is delayed for at least 15 mins.Short Selling Data as at 2025-05-09 16:25.)Related NewsHSBC Global Research Ratings, TPs on CN Banks/ Financials/ Insurers/ Brokers (Table)