The Hong Kong utilities sector has outperformed the HSI, primarily driven by favorable macro factors such as interest rates and exchange rates, as well as a market sentiment shift towards defensiveness, coupled with southbound capital inflows, HSBC Research released a report saying.Given that valuations are nearing a four-year peak, HSBC Research believes any further revaluation depends on the specific circumstances of companies driving earnings and dividends. It favors companies with solid fundamentals, abundant free cash flow, and the potential to deliver better shareholder returns.CKI HOLDINGS (01038.HK) +0.500 (+0.785%) Short selling $43.17M; Ratio 126.759% remains as HSBC Research's top pick due to its regulated utility assets in the UK and Australia. These assets can withstand macroeconomic fluctuations, and the company's outlook has become clearer following a series of favorable regulatory policy adjustments.Stock | Investment Rating | Target Price (HKD)CKI HOLDINGS (01038.HK) +0.500 (+0.785%) Short selling $43.17M; Ratio 126.759% | Buy | 70 → 75HKELECTRIC-SS (02638.HK) -0.030 (-0.459%) Short selling $507.46K; Ratio 4.146% | Buy | 7.3 → 7.8CLP HOLDINGS (00002.HK) +0.600 (+0.812%) Short selling $51.91M; Ratio 236.096% | Buy | 83 → 85POWER ASSETS (00006.HK) +0.850 (+1.374%) Short selling $54.19M; Ratio 127.441% | Hold | 52 → 56HK & CHINA GAS (00003.HK) -0.020 (-0.280%) Short selling $62.37M; Ratio 185.317% | Hold | 6.6(HK stocks quote is delayed for at least 15 mins.Short Selling Data as at 2026-04-02 16:25.)
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