<div id="readability-page-1"><div>HKEX (00388.HK) +0.800 (+0.194%) Short selling $44.14M; Ratio 12.124% will announce its 1Q26 results on 29th of this month (Wed). According to the companys earlier operating data, benefiting from an average daily turnover of HKD276.7 billion in the first three months of this year, up 14% YoY from HKD242.7 billion in the same period last year, as well as southbound capital inflows, a survey of six brokers by this website forecasts HKEXs 1Q26 net profit to range from HKD4.429 billion to HKD4.841 billion, representing a YoY increase of 8.6% to 18.7% from HKD4.077 billion in 1Q25. The median estimate is HKD4.6805 billion, up 14.8% YoY.Based on estimates from the six brokers, HKEXs 1Q26 revenue and other income are expected to range from HKD7.397 billion to HKD7.827 billion, representing a YoY increase of 7.9% to 14.1% from HKD6.857 billion in 1Q25. The median forecast is HKD7.635 billion, up 11.3% YoY. Geopolitical and monetary policy volatility may affect capital flows. Investors will focus on HKEX managements latest operational guidance and market reform initiatives. After regaining its position as the worlds leading IPO market in 2025, the market is closely watching the companys latest full-year guidance.The following are the investment ratings and TPs on HKEX from seven brokers:Broker Investment Rating TP Citi Buy HKD525 HSBC Global Research Buy HKD520 BofAS Buy HKD520 M Stanley Overweight HKD510 CICC Outperform HKD500 CLSA Conviction List Buy HKD500 UBS Neutral HKD450 (ta/w) (HK stocks quote is delayed for at least 15 mins.Short Selling Data as at 2026-04-27 12:25.)</div>This article was automatically translated by AI, the Chinese version should be considered the authoritative version. AASTOCKS.com Limited does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness and accepts no liability for any damages or losses arising from the use of this translation.</div>

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HKEXis set to announce its 1Q26 results on the 29th of this month. The company is expected to report a net profit between HKD4.429 billion and HKD4.841 billion, reflecting a YoY increase of 8.6% to 18.7%. Revenue is forecasted to range from HKD7.397 billion to HKD7.827 billion, up 7.9% to 14.1% YoY. Investment ratings from seven brokers suggest a positive outlook, with most recommending a 'Buy' rating. Investors are keen on management's operational guidance and market reform initiatives amid geopolitical and monetary policy volatility.

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