By Ding qi (Chinadaily.com.cn)
Updated: 2007-07-24 17:31

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Although the volatile nature of the stock prices has made asset increase a more difficult thing, most investors are still optimistic about the market and expected a new high of the index in the near future.

Their confidence may come from the strong mid-term corporate earnings unveiled recently. According to the interim reports of 61 listed companies available so far, their combined profit increased by 82.95 percent year-on-year. Moreover, by July 23, 477 listed companies had anticipated an increased income in their half-year earning forecast published in the two exchanges.

In addition, dealers said the further appreciation of the yuan will also helped bolster investor confidence in the long run.

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