GJPOMRT@EC2606B

China's 'Two Sessions' to Convene, Consumption Policies in Focus

泡泡玛特 Preheats New IP - KeyA's Dream Beyond Reality

Pop Mart's Merodi Hong Kong debut highlights challenges of sustaining IP success

Pop Mart exhibition at 2026 Taipei Lantern Festival continues to draw attention with Baby Molly lantern.

Pop Mart tops Amazon US January Plush Toy Best Sellers List, sweeping the top three spots.

Planned Launch of Labubu 4.0 Series

Pop Mart's new IP 'Merodi After School' officially launches offline, stock maintains gains in morning trading.

Hang Seng Index Quarterly Review results effective from March 9

HKEX Stock Connect fund flow report released; market eyes Pop Mart's capital trends.

Effective date for MSCI Equity Indexes February 2026 Quarterly Index Review

Pop Mart to launch MEGA α SKULLPANDA 1000% Guo Pei collaboration figure on February 27.

Pop Mart is expected to implement its 2025 annual dividend payout.

The Parisian Macao x POP MART "Apple of My Eyes" exhibition to conclude

Hang Seng Index review changes to be implemented; Pop Mart added to HSCEI

Pop Mart launches mini version of Labubu this week, continuing to expand its product line.

Pop Mart shares close down 3.27% with HK$381 million in short selling.

Pop Mart targets $4.2 billion in global revenue for 2026 with expansion plans.

Pop Mart shares face intraday pressure amid recent Southbound capital outflows.

Goldman Sachs tracking data shows lukewarm sales for previous IP 'Supertutu', putting spotlight on new launch.

Pop Mart to launch new Labubu x Kasing Lung collaboration series on March 7.

CCOE

STARCOIN GROUP

ONEFORCE HLDGS

ROYAL DELUXE

STELUX HOLDINGS

TE HEALTHCARE

ASIAPAC FIN INV

WELIFE TECH

DRINDA

TIMELESS

09992

Pop Mart's recent launch of the Merodi character in Hong Kong has faced challenges, with low initial sales and limited customer recognition. Despite the tepid response, analysts remain optimistic about the company's strategy to introduce new intellectual properties (IPs) to maintain interest. Pop Mart's shares rose over 2% amid concerns about the sustainability of its success, particularly following the popularity of its flagship character, Labubu. The company aims to adapt its product roll-out based on market response, acknowledging the need for new IPs to gain traction over time.

- Pop Mart's new character, Merodi, launched in Hong Kong's Causeway Bay, has received a lukewarm response compared to previous hits like Labubu.  
- Despite this, investors remain optimistic, as the company's shares rose over 2 percent, reflecting confidence in the potential long-term success of new intellectual properties.  
- Market analysts suggest that while some IPs may not achieve immediate popularity, ongoing efforts to adapt and promote them will keep Pop Mart relevant in the competitive toy industry.

南华早报

POP MART

Pop Mart’s Merodi Hong Kong debut highlights challenges of sustaining IP success

HPPD

Pop Mart International Group (OTCMKTS:PMRTY) shares gapped down from $31.63 to $28.61 before trading on Wednesday, closing at $29.79 with a volume of 673 shares. The company's fifty-day moving average is $27.60, while the 200-day average is $30.66. Pop Mart, founded in 2010, specializes in collectible art toys and has a Moderate Buy rating among analysts, though it is not currently recommended as a top buy.

- Shares of Pop Mart International Group Limited gapped down from a previous close of $31.6340 to open at $28.61 on Wednesday.  
- The company's fifty-day simple moving average is $27.60, while the two-hundred-day simple moving average stands at $30.66.  
- Pop Mart is known for its collectible art toys, with a portfolio that includes various artist-led series and thematic collections, but it is currently not among the top picks recommended by analysts.

Market Beat

POP MART HK SDR 20to1

Pop Mart International Group (OTCMKTS:PMRTY) Shares Gap Down   - Here's Why

TCEHY

01810

XIACY

00700

03690

513130

03033

The net inflow of the Hong Kong Stock Connect Southbound Hang Seng Technology is HKD 1.585 billion, with Meituan and Xiaomi Group seeing net inflows of HKD 687 million and HKD 438 million, respectively. In terms of net outflows, POP MART, CNOOC, and Tencent experienced net outflows of HKD 205 million, HKD 99.9 million, and HKD 86.77 million, respectively. For the Hong Kong Stock Connect (Shanghai), Tencent had a net inflow of HKD 393 million, while SMIC had a net outflow of HKD 121 million; for the Hong Kong Stock Connect (Shenzhen), the Southbound Hang Seng Technology saw a net inflow of HKD 1.327 billion, while Tencent had a net outflow of HKD 480 million. Overall, the total net outflow for the day was HKD 0, with a total transaction amount of HKD 108.443 billion, accounting for 43.21% of the total market transaction amount

AASTOCKS

Tencent

XIAOMI-W

Xiaomi Corporation

TENCENT

MEITUAN

Huatai-PB CSOP Hang Seng Technology ETF(QDII)

CSOP HS TECH

Net inflow of HKD 1.585 billion for Southbound Stock Connect Hang Seng Technology

09988

89988

BABA

MART

HBBD

KBAB

BABO

BABX

0223 | Dolphin Research Focus: Macro/Sector. 1) Major shift in U.S. tariff policy in Feb 2026, as the Supreme Court struck down global tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) as unconstitutional.The White House then announced a 10% temporary tariff on all global imports effective Feb 24 (later raised to 15%). The measure lasts 150 days and requires Congress approval for extension, with exemptions for critical minerals, pharmaceuticals, and other items.Approx. $175 bn of previously collected tariffs may be refunded. Near term, trade could face disruption, while longer-term cost pressures may ease...

HK stocks on fire; Pop Mart launches 'After-school Merodi' | Daily News Recap

---

00100

09961

02513

On February 20th, after the Hong Kong stock market opened, the stock prices of the large model companies KNOWLEDGE ATLAS and MINIMAX both surged significantly, reaching new highs since their listing. As of the time of publication, KNOWLEDGE ATLAS's stock price rose by 36% to HKD 691, while MINIMAX's stock price increased by 12% to HKD 957. Both large model companies have surpassed a market capitalization of HKD 300 billion, overtaking the market values of TRIP.COM, Kuaishou, and JD.com, and approaching the market capitalizations of POP MART (HKD 327.3 billion) and Baidu (HKD 350 billion). (First Financial)

36Kr

MINIMAX-WP

TRIP.COM-S

KNOWLEDGE ATLAS

KUAISHOU-W

KNOWLEDGE ATLAS and MINIMAX's market capitalization surpasses HKD 300 billion, exceeding Kuaishou and TRIP.COM

07200

TCTZF

Hong Kong stocks fell 233 points (0.9%) to 26,469 as trading resumed post-Lunar New Year. The decline was influenced by closed mainland exchanges and weakened global risk appetite due to U.S. military actions in the Middle East and a selloff in private equity stocks. Investors await January's jobless rate, while optimism about travel demand during the Spring Festival provided some support. Tech and consumer stocks led the declines, with major losses from Pop Mart Intl. (-3.3%), Xiaomi (-3.2%), Kuaishou Tech (-3.0%), and Tencent (-2.3%).

- Hong Kong stocks fell 233 points, or 0.9%, to 26,469 as markets reopened after the Lunar New Year break, reversing previous gains.  
- Sentiment was affected by closed mainland exchanges and weakened global risk appetite due to U.S. military actions and a selloff in private equity stocks.  
- Major tech and consumer stocks led the decline, while property and financial sectors showed some resilience, with weekly losses estimated at around 0.6%.

Trading Economics

FL2 CSOP HSI

Tencent Holdings Limited

FI2 CSOP HSI

TRACKER FUND

Hang Seng Index

CSOP CSI300

XI2CSOPHSTECH

FI CSOP HSI

FI2CAMNDQ100

Hong Kong Stocks Slide as Trading Resumes Post-Holiday

Pop Mart, the international art toy brand, faces challenges as its breakout figure Labubu sees a decline in secondary-market prices, while its iconic character Molly celebrates her 20th anniversary. The company’s revenue heavily relies on Labubu, which has experienced significant volatility, contrasting with Molly's steady performance. Despite a surge in revenue from artist IPs, concerns arise over the sustainability of Pop Mart's success, as investors weigh the balance between enduring cultural icons and fleeting viral trends. The company aims to diversify its IP offerings to reassure stakeholders about long-term growth.

- Pop Mart, founded by Wang Ning, initially struggled with brand connection while selling men's suits, leading to insights on the significance of emotional branding.  
- The company now faces challenges balancing the volatile success of its Labubu figure with the steady appeal of its character Molly, as revenue and market dependence shifts.  
- As it expands globally, Pop Mart's strategy focuses on cultivating both breakout IPs and legacy characters, aiming for sustainable growth amid varying market demands.

Pop Mart balances boom and bust: can Labubu’s leap match Molly’s momentum?

09896

MNSO

Singapore is set to regulate "blind boxes" due to gambling risks associated with these mystery products. The authorities plan to standardize disclosures regarding the probability of receiving specific items. This move aims to mitigate gambling inducement risks, as the blind box trend has significantly boosted sales for companies like Pop Mart and Miniso. While the regulations are being drafted, it remains uncertain how they will impact the sales of these popular products. Singapore's approach is more stringent than that of many other countries, including China, which has also raised concerns about similar products.

- Singapore is set to regulate "blind boxes" to address gambling risks associated with hidden product contents, as announced by the home affairs ministry on February 12.  
- Authorities will consider mandatory disclosure of product probabilities to manage gambling inducement risks, as articulated by Coordinating Minister K Shanmugam.  
- The regulation responds to concerns raised in other countries, including China, regarding the potential for these products to encourage gambling-like behaviors, particularly among children.

Businesstimes News

Miniso

Singapore plans regulation for blind boxes over gambling risks

According to the Hong Kong Stock Connect data, Tencent had a net inflow of HKD 1.429 billion, Xiaomi Group had a net inflow of HKD 1.02 billion, and MEITUAN had a net inflow of HKD 985 million. In terms of net outflows, POP MART saw an outflow of HKD 301 million, Changfei had an outflow of HKD 75.36 million, and Alibaba had an outflow of HKD 10.41 million. The total net outflow for the day was HKD 0, with a total transaction amount of HKD 94.777 billion, accounting for 39.70% of the total market transaction amount

BABA-W

BABA 2x Long Daily ETF - GraniteShares

KraneShares 2x Long BABA Daily ETF

Net inflow of HKD 1.429 billion for Tencent through Stock Connect

According to the Hong Kong Stock Connect data, Tencent had a net inflow of HKD 736 million, while Meituan and POP MART had net inflows of HKD 163 million and HKD 144 million, respectively. Alibaba, SMIC, and Changfei had net outflows of HKD 521 million, HKD 391 million, and HKD 160 million, respectively. In the Hong Kong Stock Connect (Shanghai), SMIC had a net inflow of HKD 445 million, while Xiaomi Group had a net outflow of HKD 274 million. The southbound total net outflow was HKD 0, with a total transaction amount of HKD 90.782 billion, accounting for 41.79% of the total market transaction amount

Net inflow of HKD 736 million for Tencent through Stock Connect

02259

09626

01772

00669

01698

02628

06809

02601

ZIJIN GOLD INTL(02259) rose 9.06%, with a trading turnover 1.7 Billion HKD, and a year-to-date rose 56.7%. BILIBILI-W(09626) rose 5.16%, with a trading turnover 1.2 Billion HKD, and a year-to-date rose 31.1%. POP MART(09992) fell 5.49%, with a trading turnover 4.4 Billion HKD, and a year-to-date rose 35.9%. MINIMAX-WP(00100) fell 4.82%, with a trading turnover 681.6 Million HKD, and a year-to-date rose 210.9%.

- The Hang Seng Index increased by 0.31%, with a year-to-date gain of 6.4%, while the Hang Seng Tech Index rose by 0.9%, showing a year-to-date decline of 0.3%.  
- Zijin Mining International (02259) saw a rise of 9.06% with a trading volume of HKD 1.7 billion, resulting in a year-to-date increase of 56.7%.  
- Bilibili-W (09626) grew by 5.16%, with a trading volume of HKD 1.22 billion, reflecting a year-to-date increase of 31.1%, whereas Pop Mart (09992) fell by 5.49%, despite a year-to-date increase of 35.9%.

Top Gainers & Losers

ZIJIN GOLD INTL

BILIBILI-W

GANFENGLITHIUM

TECHTRONIC IND

TME-SW

CHINA LIFE

MONTAGE TECH

CPIC

Top 5 HK Stock Gainers/Losers (>100B) (2.11)

POP MART's Hong Kong stock has recently surged by 50%, but data from S3 Partners shows that short sellers have not retreated; the short interest as a percentage of free-floating shares has skyrocketed from 2% to 16%, with a short squeeze risk score reaching a perfect 100. Analysts say this is a rare case of "extremely crowded one-sided betting." Despite the company's efforts to boost confidence through buybacks, short sellers continue to bet on expectations of a slowdown in the company's overseas growth, and the market is facing intense short squeeze risk dynamics

- Bubble Mart's stock surged by 50% in less than a month, yet short-sellers continue to grow, leading to a dangerous standoff, with a short squeeze risk rating at the highest level of 100 from S3 Partners.  
- Despite the significant increase in short interest, the stock has not experienced notable short covering, indicating a strong market structure with short positions rising from 2% to 16%.  
- Analysts highlight a divergence in market perception regarding Bubble Mart's growth, with doubts about performance in key overseas markets driving short-seller interest.

Wallstreetcn

Soaring 50%, short sellers refuse to back down! Is POP MART facing an epic "short squeeze" storm?

01072

01093

01801

01818

03986

09980

01880

KNOWLEDGE ATLAS(02513) rose 14.81%, with a trading turnover 1.1 Billion HKD, and a year-to-date rose 173.5%. DONGFANG ELEC(01072) rose 7.11%, with a trading turnover 810.9 Million HKD, and a year-to-date rose 23%. ZHAOJIN MINING(01818) fell 5.83%, with a trading turnover 1.7 Billion HKD, and a year-to-date rose 6.1%. GIGADEVICE(03986) fell 3.82%, with a trading turnover 252.3 Million HKD, and a year-to-date rose 86.4%.

- The Hang Seng Index increased by 0.58%, with a year-to-date rise of 6.1%.  
- The Hang Seng Tech Index rose 0.62%, but has declined 1.2% for the year.  
- Stocks like Zhihua (02513) surged by 14.81% and recorded a significant yearly gain of 173.5%, while stocks like Zhaojin Mining (01818) dropped by 5.83% despite a yearly increase of 6.1%.

DONGFANG ELEC

CSPC PHARMA

INNOVENT BIO

ZHAOJIN MINING

GIGADEVICE

EASTROC

CTG DUTY-FREE

Top 5 HK Stock Gainers/Losers (>100B) (2.10)

Today’s Key News Recap

BABA-WR

Alibaba

Allianzim US Large Cap Buffer10 Mar ETF

Alibaba HK SDR 5to1

YieldMax BABA Option Income Strategy ETF

$POP MART(09992.HK) Wah, POP MART is on fire, up again today and looking strong for a 7th straight day of gains. The good vibes come from their latest business update: they sold over 400 million products globally last year, with THE MONSTERS series alone hitting 100 million. For Q1 2026, they expect demand in China to stay &#34;resilient&#34;.

0202 | Dolphin Research Focus: 🐬 Macro/Industry 1) International precious metals have sold off sharply since the weekend, with gold and silver down materially on a hawkish Fed chair nominee, a stronger USD and higher UST yields, concentrated profit-taking, and deleveraging by levered funds. The violent swings highlight fragile risk sentiment; near term, the market likely chops in a consolidation range with elevated vol risk.2) EV startups posted their first Jan delivery prints with wide divergence in YoY growth, and Leapmotor led the pack with 32,059 units. ...

LEAPMOTOR

BYD COMPANY

BYD Company

BYD Company Limited

BYD COMPANY-R

Alphabet - C

Alphabet

TENCENT-R

Tencent HK SDR 10to1

CHINA MOBILE

CHINA MOBILE-R

CN Mobile HK SDR 5to1

China Mobile

Unity Software

BYD HK SDR 10to1

BOYD Gaming

Gold and silver slump, cooling the market; BABA's Qwen adds RMB 3 bn for Lunar New Year | Daily News Recap

0123 | Dolphin Research Focus: 🐬 Stock 1, $BABA-W(09988.HK). After BIDU's Kunlun Chip moved toward an IPO, reports last night said Alibaba is weighing a restructuring of its T-Head semiconductor unit and an independent listing; the company has not commented.T-Head focuses on chip design, offering a full-stack lineup including Xuantie CPUs and Yitian server chips. Its PPU delivers standout performance and is already in large-scale commercial use, with the headlines lifting Alibaba shares by over 2%.Stock 2, $POP MART(09992.HK). Pop Mart has rallied for several consecutive sessions, and on the news side...

Compass

News

Shift4 Payments

ByteDance

NVIDIA

Oracle

XIAOMI-WR

Xiaomi HK SDR 2to1

Tesla

Amazon

SHIFT4 PAYMENTS INC 6.00% SER A MAND CONV PREF STK

Blind-box craze and buybacks fuel POP MART surge; Musk says 'Robotaxi will be ubiquitous in the US this year' | Daily News Recap

SpaceX's space data center plan is the real story. It's not an aerospace IPO; it's a cloud infrastructure IPO

Featured

A major trade fear lifts, sparking huge moves and bold plans. Here's what's moving markets this Thursday:

Intel

INTEL-T

Apple

🔥 BREAKING: Tariffs CANCELLED, Tech Explodes | Thur, Jan 22, 2026

0122 | Dolphin Research Focus: 🐬 Macro/Industry 1) Trump announced in Davos that he and NATO Sec.-Gen. Rutte reached a framework on Greenland and the Arctic, centered on access for mineral development and Arctic defense cooperation. Both parties stated that Greenland's sovereignty was not on the table. On that basis, he deferred the tariff hikes on eight European countries that were scheduled for Feb 1.In the near term, this eases US‑EU trade frictions and lowers volatility risk for global supply chains and US/EU export plays. However, it remains only a framework with no implementing clauses, so longer‑term geopolitical and trade uncertainty persists...

WB-SW

Weibo

AppLovin firmly rejects short-seller report; BIDU debuts ERNIE 5.0 | Daily News Recap

GJPOMRT@EC2606B(25856.HK)

Pop Mart’s Merodi Hong Kong debut highlights challenges of sustaining IP success

Pop Mart International Group (OTCMKTS:PMRTY) Shares Gap Down - Here's Why

Net inflow of HKD 1.585 billion for Southbound Stock Connect Hang Seng Technology

HK stocks on fire; Pop Mart launches 'After-school Merodi' | Daily News Recap ---

KNOWLEDGE ATLAS and MINIMAX's market capitalization surpasses HKD 300 billion, exceeding Kuaishou and TRIP.COM