Founded in 1994 and headquartered in Shanghai, China, CITIC Securities Co., Ltd. (also known as “CITIC Securities”) is the largest securities broker in Chinas domestic stock market. CITIC Securities is a state-owned entity that specializes in providing corporate valuation, asset management and strategic consulting services.
As of July 2019, CITIC Securities has over 180 branches and has expanded its presence to over 20 Chinese cities. The company also has more than 260 international branches with offices in New York, Hong Kong, London and other cities.
In recent years, CITIC Securities has been actively investing in various sectors, including real estate, equities, bonds, commodities, derivatives, futures and financial technology. In addition, CITIC Securities has been expanding its presence in the international market, helping companies to go public in Hong Kong, Singapore, London and the US.
CITIC Securities is listed on the Shanghai Stock Exchange and is also a founding member of the Shanghai and Shenzhen Stock Exchanges. As of 2019, the company had a market capitalization of nearly 213 billion yuan ($31 billion).
The company has received numerous awards and accolades over the years, including being named the number one Chinese securities firm by Chinese National Association for Security and the prestigious “Best Performing Stock Broker in Asia-Pacific” award from the Asia-Pacific Securities Exchange Council (ASEC). CITIC Securities was also named one of the 30 most competitive Chinese companies of the year by Financial Times.
CITIC Securities has been able to maintain a competitive edge and gain a strong foothold in the financial services sector thanks to its extensive network, extensive research and consulting capabilities, high-level market intelligence and advanced technology infrastructure.
The company is dedicated to making long-term investments with high returns and constantly seeks to improve the quality of its service offerings. CITIC Securities also commits itself to ethical and responsible corporate governance practices, utilizing advanced risk management and compliance systems.
CITIC Securities is renowned for its commitment to excellence and is dedicated to helping its clients succeed. With its diversified products and services, the company focuses on providing solutions to clients’ financial goals and investing needs. Through its comprehensive research and comprehensive data offerings, CITIC Securities assists its clients in making informed decisions.
