Agricultural Bank of China Ltd – Market Activity and Institutional Holdings
Company profile
Agricultural Bank of China Limited (HK: 1288) is a major Chinese bank listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. The bank provides a comprehensive range of banking services, including deposits, loans, domestic settlement, bill discounting, currency trading, and bank guarantees. It serves individuals, enterprises and other clients across China. The company’s shares trade in Hong Kong dollars (HKD) and it went public on 15 July 2010. As of the latest close on 23 October 2025, the share price stood at HKD 6.03, with a 52‑week high of HKD 6.05 and a low of HKD 3.79 (achieved on 13 November 2024). Its market capitalization is approximately HKD 185.4 billion and the price‑earnings ratio is 7.41.
Institutional ownership snapshot – 2025 Q3
During the third quarter of 2025, several publicly listed companies disclosed changes in their top institutional shareholders. A notable entry involves Luzhou Co., Ltd. (920419.BJ), whose annual report (published 27 October 2025) revealed that:
| Institution | Shares Held | % of Total Shares | Change vs. Prior Quarter |
|---|---|---|---|
| China Agricultural Bank Co., Ltd. | – | – | – |
The report indicates that the Agricultural Bank of China was among the top ten institutional holders of Luzhou Co. However, the exact number of shares and percentage stake was not disclosed in the summary. The disclosure confirms the bank’s continued involvement as a significant institutional investor in listed Chinese enterprises.
Market context
The broader Chinese equity market displayed strong performance on 27 October 2025. The Shanghai Composite Index approached 4,000 points, closing at 3,996.94, while the Shenzhen Component Index and the ChiNext Index recorded gains of 1.51 % and 1.98 % respectively. Trading volume across the Shanghai and Shenzhen exchanges reached 23.401 trillion yuan, a 3,659 billion‑yuan increase over the previous day.
The rally was supported by notable gains in technology and AI hardware sectors, with several leading stocks setting new historical highs. While the banking sector did not feature prominently in the headline movers, the activity of major banks such as Agricultural Bank of China as institutional investors underscores their strategic exposure to high‑growth industries.
Key takeaways
- Agricultural Bank of China remains an active institutional investor, holding positions in companies such as Luzhou Co. during the 2025 third‑quarter period.
- The bank’s share price remains near its 52‑week high, reflecting stable valuation in a market that saw significant gains in technology‑driven sectors.
- No material earnings or dividend announcements were reported for Agricultural Bank of China during the period covered by the available news.
This information is drawn exclusively from the provided financial facts and news summaries.
