Among China's nine major well-known beverage brands, do you know which one is the true national brand?

Among China's nine major well-known beverage brands, do you know which one is the true national brand? China's globalization—tribute to every entrepreneur who has contributed to national brands. Only by broadening our vision can our nation step onto the world stage. We learn from Mr. Zong [Qinghou] and strive to strengthen and expand ourselves; we must not waste time on internal friction. Our real competitors lie overseas. Although domestic brands compete with one another, they remain a united family when facing external challenges. Mutual respect—not defamation—is what makes us stronger. 1. Master Kong (Kangshifu) Master Kong is a company headquartered in Taiwan, China. It has achieved tremendous success in the Chinese market, and its ownership and control remain vested in Chinese entities. Thus, Master Kong qualifies as a domestic Chinese enterprise. Shareholding Information: Top six shareholders of Master Kong Holdings: • Sanyo Foods Co., Ltd.: 33.42% • Ting Hsin International Group: 33.42% • Invesco Limited: 1.55% • Vanguard Group: 1.34% • BlackRock, Inc.: 1.25% • JPMorgan Chase & Co.: 1.15% 2. Uni-President Uni-President is a Chinese brand founded in Taiwan, China, primarily engaged in the production and sale of beverages, instant noodles, and other food products. Its products enjoy extensive market share across mainland China and other regions. Shareholding Information: • Uni-President Enterprises Corporation: 72.38% • Franklin Resources, Inc.: 1.76% • Fidelity International: 1.27% • Invesco Limited: 1.17% • Fidelity Investments: 1.09% • Vanguard Group: 1.06% 3. Wahaha Wahaha: China’s largest, most profitable, and highest-potential food and beverage enterprise—ranked No. 1 in China’s beverage industry for 13 consecutive years. Wahaha’s equity structure is a key driver behind its status as a beverage giant in China. Shareholding Information: The company integrates three major shareholder forces: state-owned capital, private capital, and an employee stock ownership association—forming a stable and balanced equity structure that serves as a reliable pillar for steady growth. • State-owned capital: 46% • Zong Qinghou: 29.4% • Trade union (employee stock ownership association): 24.6% 4. Wong Lo Kat Wong Lo Kat: A renowned Chinese herbal tea brand made from traditional Chinese medicinal herbs, known for its heat-clearing and detoxifying properties. Recognized as the originator of herbal tea and awarded the title “China Time-Honored Brand,” it ranks fifth in brand value. Shareholding Information: Guangzhou Pharmaceutical Group holds 96.09% of Guangzhou Wong Lo Kat Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. (Wong Lo Kat Pharmaceutical). The remaining shares are held by Wong Lo Kat Pharmaceutical’s management team, with highly dispersed ownership. 5. Red Bull Red Bull is a brand originating in Thailand, originally founded by Thai businessman Chaleo Yoovidhya. Renowned globally for its functional energy drinks containing caffeine, taurine, and other ingredients, Red Bull enjoys widespread recognition and popularity in numerous countries—and is one of the leading brands in the global energy drink market. Equity Structure: • Red Bull Vitamin Beverage (Thailand) Co., Ltd.: 88% • Beijing Huairou Township and Village Enterprise General Company (a wholly state-owned enterprise under Huairou SASAC): 1% • Inter-Biopharm Holding Co., Ltd. (a company wholly owned by the Xu family): 7%

On February 16, 2024, Wall Street was virtually unanimous in buying seven tech giants—Microsoft, Apple, NVIDIA, Alphabet, Amazon, Meta, and Tesla.

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) recently released the latest Form 13F filings, officially revealing major institutional investors’ U.S. equity holdings for the fourth quarter of last year. Among the disclosed positions, Wall Street was virtually unanimous in buying seven tech giants—Microsoft, Apple, NVIDIA, Alphabet, Amazon, Meta, and Tesla. Going long on these so-called 'Magnificent Seven' U.S. tech stocks is currently the most crowded trade. Meanwhile, weight-loss drugs have become a new favorite among a group of hedge funds, while prominent alternative investment hedge funds have also placed particular emphasis on Chinese internet stocks and consumer-oriented equities. Specifically, Warren Buffett’s substantial reduction in Apple shares drew significant attention; Bridgewater significantly increased its positions in NVIDIA and Eli Lilly; and Michael Burry—the protagonist of 'The Big Short'—along with Canada’s largest pension fund, added positions in JD.com and Alibaba. These high-profile moves have attracted intense market scrutiny. The 'Magnificent Seven' Remain the Top Choice A review shows that multibillion-dollar institutions—including Fidelity (FMR), Northern Trust, JPMorgan Chase, Wells Fargo, and Franklin Resources—have all listed Microsoft, Apple, NVIDIA, Alphabet, and others as top portfolio positions in their 13F filings. For example, Fidelity Management & Research (FMR) disclosed in its Q4 2023 13F filing that its total equity portfolio value stood at $1.182578 trillion at quarter-end. By market-value weighting, its top five holdings were: • Microsoft (6.96%) • Apple Inc. (4.88%) • NVIDIA (4.37%) • Amazon (4.06%) • Alphabet Class A (2.68%) Franklin Resources’ Q4 2023 13F filing revealed a total equity portfolio value of $201.067 billion at quarter-end—a 6.00% increase quarter-on-quarter. Its top five holdings by market-value weighting were: • Microsoft (4.74%) • Amazon (2.5%) • Apple Inc. (2.09%) • NVIDIA (1.96%) • Alphabet Class A (1.61%) It is widely known that large institutions hold these stocks. According to Bank of America’s latest monthly Global Fund Manager Survey, Wall Street is virtually unanimous in buying the 'Magnificent Seven' tech giants. Over 60% of global fund managers consider going long on these seven tech giants the most crowded trade currently—far exceeding the proportions recorded in the December 2023 and January 2024 surveys. Since last year, amid the AI-themed investment frenzy, tech stocks—especially the 'Magnificent Seven'—have surged dramatically, strongly propelling the broader U.S. equity market upward. Data shows that in 2023, these seven stocks contributed two-thirds of the S&P 500’s total gains. By January 2024, they accounted for 45% of the S&P 500’s returns; as of early February, their combined market capitalization reached $12.5 trillion. As the single biggest beneficiary of the AI boom, NVIDIA has been the brightest star among publicly traded companies over the past year-plus. Its stock price soared 239% last year—and the rally continues unabated: up nearly 50% year-to-date in 2024, repeatedly setting new all-time highs, with a market cap now standing at $1.81 trillion—surpassing e-commerce giant Amazon.

Franklin Resources Reports 3.62M-Share Stake in Ashland

Jul 28, 2026

Franklin Resources disclosed a 7.9% beneficial ownership stake in Ashland Global Holdings Inc., aggregating holdings from its investment management subsidiaries as of March 31, 2026.

Stock Titan

2026-04-01

Ashland Inc Stock: Specialty Chemicals Leader Faces Evolving Industrial Demands in 2026

2026-04-04

Allspring Global Investments Reduces Stake in Ashland Inc. to $25.69 Million

2026-04-06

Ashland Raises Prices Across Product Lines Amid Cost Pressures

2026-04-11

Ashland Inc. (NYSE:ASH) Given Consensus Rating of "Hold" by Analysts

2026-04-13

Massachusetts Financial Services Co. Lowers Stock Position in Ashland Inc.