China’s Construction and Infrastructure Contracts on the Rise in 2026

The current market snapshot shows a mix of positive and negative trends, with the global economy still reeling from the effects of the Iran-US-Israel military conflict. The S&P 500 index is trading at around 4,000 levels, while the US dollar index is hovering around 95. Oil prices have also been volatile, with Brent crude trading at around $70 per barrel. In this context, China’s construction and infrastructure contracts are on the rise, with the government issuing new projects to boost economic growth.

The recent news of China’s producer price index (PPI) turning positive after 42 months has sent a positive signal to the market. The PPI increase is likely to have a cascading effect on the construction industry, with companies such as Hyundai Motor, which has recently launched its new electric vehicle, the “Gold Ioniq,” in the Chinese market, likely to benefit. The Chinese government has also been actively promoting foreign investment, with the country’s social media platforms being used to attract foreign businesses.

The construction industry in China is expected to grow significantly in 2026, with the government planning to invest heavily in infrastructure projects. This is likely to benefit companies such as Haegang Construction, which has recently been granted a new contract for a major infrastructure project. The company’s stock price is expected to rise as a result of this new contract, with analysts predicting a significant increase in revenue and profitability.

The valuation of construction companies in China is expected to increase significantly in 2026, with the sector’s price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio expected to rise to around 15. The sector’s price-to-book (P/B) ratio is also expected to increase, to around 2.5. Broker consensus estimates suggest that the sector’s revenue growth will be around 12% in 2026, with net profit growth expected to be around 15%.

English Summary: The Chinese construction industry is witnessing a significant surge in contracts and government-issued projects, with the sector’s growth rate expected to be around 10% in 2026. Companies such as Haegang Construction and China State Construction are likely to benefit from this growth, with their stock prices expected to rise as a result of new contracts and government-issued projects. The expected valuation of the Chinese construction sector in 2026 is around 15 times earnings, with the sector’s price-to-book ratio expected to be around 2.5.

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Sources: Bloomberg, Reuters, Korean Economic Daily, Yonhap News Agency.