Leading international index provider, MSCI, recently announced the updated ESG ratings for Huatai Securities Co., Ltd. (the Company; stock codes: 601688.SH, 6886.HK, HTSC.L). Due to its exemplary ESG practices, Huatai Securities' MSCI ESG rating has been upgraded from AA to AAA. This marks the second consecutive year of improvement, earning the Company the highest rating in the global investment banking industry. The rating report underscores Huatai Securities' industry-leading performance in five key areas: Corporate Governance, Financing Environmental Impact, Responsible Investment, Human Capital Development, and Corporate Behavior. This demonstrates the Company's robust ESG governance capabilities and its strong commitment to stakeholders. In recent years, Huatai Securities has fully adopted new development philosophies, incorporating sustainable development into its operations and management.