HSBC Global Investment Research published a report on the Chinese property market. It expressed its view that the market has largely factored in the accelerated decline in housing prices in 2H25. Investors are now on the sideline for further policy measures and the spring sales peak in the real estate market. Year-to-date, the Chinese property sector has charted solid returns, reflecting a shift towards positive market sentiment due to renewed policy expectations and a stabilizing macroeconomic environment. The broker expected broader monetary easing measures, such as a 10bps cut in key interest rates, to emerge before the Lunar New Year.Related NewsCiti: CN Real Estate Faces Write-offs in 2025; Top Picks CHINA JINMAO, CHINA RES LAND, CHINA OVERSEASRegarding stocks, the broker preferred CHINA RES LAND (01109.HK) -0.220 (-0.780%) Short selling $143.26M; Ratio 17.129% , C&D INTL GROUP (01908.HK) -0.570 (-3.787%) Short selling $25.87M; Ratio 15.643% , and SEAZEN (01030.HK) -0.070 (-3.030%) Short selling $9.57M; Ratio 15.142% , anticipating their earnings to recover from 2026 onwards. In the retail sector, the negative wealth effect from the property downturn has lessened, while categories such as sports apparel and electronic devices still hold enormous growth potential. CHINA RES LAND and SEAZEN are expected to benefit from the recovery in retail sales and the revaluation of investment properties.(HK stocks quote is delayed for at least 15 mins.Short Selling Data as at 2026-01-26 16:25.)