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Shares of several Chinese brokerage firms climbed on Thursday after China International Capital Corp (CICC) revealed plans to acquire two competitors, sparking renewed expectations of consolidation across China’s $1.6 trillion securities industry. The state-owned investment bank announced it will absorb Dongxing Securities and Cinda Securities through share-swap deals designed to accelerate growth, enhance operational efficiency, and support ongoing financial market reforms.
Once completed, the merger will create China’s fourth-largest investment banking powerhouse with assets surpassing 1 trillion yuan (about $140 billion), placing it just behind industry leaders CITIC Securities, Guotai Haitong Securities, and Huatai Securities. The move aligns with Beijing’s long-term strategy to streamline the crowded brokerage landscape—currently home to roughly 150 firms—and cultivate globally competitive financial institutions capable of supporting the nation’s economic ambitions.
Citi analysts noted that the acquisitions would help CICC “replenish capital” and improve its scale relative to major rivals, especially given Dongxing and Cinda’s strong capital positions and established retail operations. Trading for all three companies—CICC, Dongxing, and Cinda—was suspended following the announcement.
The broader market responded positively, with investors betting on additional mergers and market restructuring. Capital Securities in mainland China advanced 5%, while Hong Kong-listed Orient Securities added 4%. Shenwan Hongyuan Group also gained 2.5%, reflecting optimism that more brokerage tie-ups could follow.
However, the full scope of CICC’s M&A ambitions remains uncertain. Earlier this year, Reuters reported that CICC had explored a potential merger with Galaxy Securities, signaling that more consolidation moves may be on the horizon as the government continues to push for stronger, more efficient financial institutions.
Overall, CICC’s latest acquisition plan underscores the accelerating transformation of China’s securities sector and highlights investor anticipation for further industry-wide restructuring.
