On July 9, Kingboard Holdings rose 4.78% in regular trading, trading at HKD 80.0/share, with turnover of HKD 384 million, staging a technical rebound after plunging over 10% in the previous session.

On the news front, latest HKEX data shows major shareholder Hallgain Management Limited sold 5 million shares on July 7 at approximately HKD 83.67 per share, reducing its stake to 31.54% — now approaching the 30% mandatory general offer threshold. Citi noted that Hallgain is unlikely to reduce its holding below 30%, as that would trigger a compulsory acquisition scenario. This implies the intensive selling cycle since late June, during which Hallgain cumulatively cashed out over HKD 9 billion, is likely nearing its conclusion. Market sentiment is recovering following the prior oversold condition.

Additionally, Citi highlighted that electronic-grade glass fiber cloth average selling prices may exceed expectations, potentially driving Kingboard Holdings' first-half earnings above forecasts. The bank reiterated its preference for subsidiary KB Laminates over the parent company, noting the laminate business remains the strongest-performing segment.

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