BOC International published a research report stating that BOC Aviation (02588) reported total revenue and other income growth of 5.8% year-over-year in the first half, with core net profit after tax increasing 20% year-over-year. During the period, lease rental yield reached 10.3%, up from 9.8% in the same period last year; net lease yield also rose to 7.5%, higher than 7% in the first half of the previous year. The firm noted that BOC Aviation's business model remains robust and offers attractive dividend yields. As of the end of June, the market value of its aircraft fleet exceeded net book value by 15%. The firm raised its target price to HK$83.9 and maintained a "Buy" rating.