China's equity rally gains momentum

Economic Watch: Institutions Bullish on Chinese Assets as A-Shares Gain Ground into 2026

Beijing - China's equity market kicked off 2026 with strong momentum, reinforcing growing confidence among domestic and international institutions, with technology-related sectors broadly regarded as the primary growth driver. On Wednesday, China's A-share market hit fresh records, with the benchmark Shanghai Composite Index up 0.05 percent to 4,085.77 points, marking its highest level in over a decade. The index also logged its 14th consecutive…

China's equity rally gains momentum

A phone showing daily returns on the Shanghai Composite Index, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China, January 6, 2026.According to its Global Equity Strategyreport, Europe, China and Asia delivered almost twice the total returns of the US in dollar terms in 2025, highlighting a shift in global capital flows and investor interest.　　A view of Shanghai's Lujiazui financial district, China, October 25, 2025.