Core Viewpoint - ZhongAn Online reported a significant increase in net profit for the first half of the year, reaching 668 million yuan, which is an 11.04 times increase compared to 55 million yuan in the same period last year [1] Insurance Business Performance - The underwriting profit of the insurance business surged by 123% to 630 million yuan, with notable growth in various sectors: health ecosystem (94.5%), automotive ecosystem (90.7%), and consumer finance ecosystem (611.4%) [1] Banking and Technology Performance - ZhongAn Bank has turned profitable, and the losses in the technology business have narrowed, contributing positively to overall profit growth [1] Investment Outlook - The firm maintains a "buy" rating considering the positive trends across insurance, investment, technology, and banking sectors, raising the target price from 25 HKD to 28 HKD [1]

Core Viewpoint - The second "Golden Kylin Best Investment Advisor" selection is underway, focusing on identifying outstanding investment advisors in wealth management, with various competitions including stock simulation trading and public fund simulation allocation [1]. Group 1: Stock Simulation Trading - The top performer in the stock simulation trading for the week of August 18 to August 24 is Huang Rui from Nanjing Securities, achieving a weekly return of 18.73% [2]. - Lin Yanyu from China Merchants Securities ranks second with a return of 17.90%, while Chen Bingyin from Guosheng Securities comes in third with a return of 16.21% [2]. Group 2: ETF Simulation Trading - In the ETF simulation trading group, Zhang Yefeng from Guotai Haitong Securities leads with a weekly return of 15.68%, followed by Hong Xiaowei from Founder Securities with 15.62%, and Sheng Shaopeng from Everbright Securities with 13.54% [3][4]. Group 3: Public Fund Simulation Allocation - The top performer in the public fund simulation allocation is Hong Xiaowei from Founder Securities with a return of 14.18%, closely followed by Wu Dayao from Guoyuan Securities at 14.15%, and Zhang Kun from GF Securities at 13.38% [6]. - Zhang Yefeng from Guotai Haitong Securities also participated in this category, achieving a return of 10.05% [6]. Group 4: Social IP Service Evaluation - In the social IP service evaluation, Lin Doucan from Huayuan Securities, Li Hui from Western Securities, and Wang Hantang from Huaan Securities are the top three performers [6].

华泰证券报告指出，中烟香港上半年收入同比增长18.5%；归母净利润同比增长9.8%。该行认为业绩增 长得益于烟叶进出口业务的量价齐升。展望未来，华泰证券看好公司凭借独家经营地位和较强议价能 力，在烟叶进出口主业上继续稳健成长，新兴业务亦有望贡献增量，同时作为境外平台的外延拓展空间 可期。因此，该行维持"买入"评级，并将目标价上调至41.4港元。 ...

Core Viewpoint - The A-share market is experiencing a surge, prompting a new wave of talent recruitment in the securities industry, with CITIC Securities launching its 2026 campus recruitment, focusing on investment banking, wealth management, and financial technology roles [1][2]. Recruitment Overview - CITIC Securities has initiated its 2026 campus recruitment, covering key business lines such as investment banking, wealth management, and financial technology, with positions available in major cities including Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Hong Kong [1][2]. - The recruitment includes 25 positions across various sectors, with a significant emphasis on wealth management and financial technology roles [2][3]. Wealth Management Focus - The wealth management sector is highlighted as a key area in the recruitment drive, with numerous positions available for both retail and high-net-worth client services [2][3]. - Specific roles include internet product operation assistants aimed at enhancing user retention and conversion through digital strategies [2]. Financial Technology Emphasis - Financial technology positions are a major focus, with roles available in cities like Beijing, Shanghai, Xi'an, and Hong Kong, reflecting the industry's digital transformation [3][4]. - Specific job requirements include roles in artificial intelligence, data management, algorithm development, and network security, indicating a comprehensive approach to building a financial technology ecosystem [4][5]. Investment Banking Opportunities - In the investment banking sector, CITIC Securities is recruiting for equity, merger, and debt business roles, including positions for stock and bond issuance assistants in Hong Kong [6][7]. Market Trends - The recruitment surge aligns with historical patterns observed during bull markets, where the securities industry typically expands its workforce [8][10]. - The current focus on financial technology and wealth management reflects a shift in industry dynamics, moving away from traditional methods to more technology-driven approaches [10][12]. Conclusion - The early recruitment efforts by CITIC Securities signal a competitive landscape for talent in the securities industry, particularly for graduates with skills in financial technology and investment capabilities, as the market continues to evolve [12].

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the latest data on brokerage firms' ETF business in July, highlighting key metrics such as trading volume and account numbers, with a focus on the leading firms in the market [2]. Group 1: ETF Holdings and Market Share - As of the end of July, the total number of ETF products in the Shanghai market is 719, with a total market value of 33,520.69 billion yuan, and cumulative trading volume for the month reaching 55,841.84 billion yuan, reflecting a 24.40% increase compared to the previous period [4]. - The leading brokerage firms in terms of ETF holdings are China Galaxy with a market share of 23.46%, followed by Shenwan Hongyuan at 17.25%, and CITIC Securities, with market shares of 6.71%, 4.72%, and 4.71% for China Merchants Securities and Guotai Junan respectively [4]. Group 2: ETF Trading Volume Rankings - Huatai Securities leads the Shanghai market with a trading volume market share of 10.80%, followed closely by CITIC Securities at 10.67%. Other notable firms include Dongfang Securities, China Galaxy, and GF Securities, each with a market share exceeding 4% [6]. - Huabao Securities made a significant leap from 7th to 4th place, with a trading volume market share increase from 4.32% to 6.14%, and a year-to-date trading volume share rising from 5.62% to 5.72% [6]. Group 3: Trading Account Activity - In terms of ETF trading account numbers, Huatai Securities holds the top position with an 11.35% market share, followed by Dongfang Wealth at 10.26%, and China Galaxy and Ping An Securities with shares of 5.4% and 5.33% respectively [8]. - Among brokerage offices, Huabao Securities' Shanghai Dongda Ming Road office leads with a trading volume market share of 4.89%, maintaining its position as the monthly trading volume champion throughout the year [8].

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the report is that China Tobacco Hong Kong achieved a revenue of 10.32 billion yuan in the first half of the year, representing an 18.5% year-on-year increase, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 710 million yuan, up 9.8% year-on-year, with a net profit margin of 6.8% [1] - The revenue growth is primarily attributed to the strong performance of the company's tobacco leaf import and export business, which saw both volume and price increases in the first half of the year [1] - The company is expected to maintain robust growth in its core tobacco leaf import and export business due to its strong market position and pricing power, while emerging businesses such as cigarettes are anticipated to contribute to performance growth [1] Group 2 - As the designated overseas platform for China Tobacco International's capital market operations and international business expansion, the company has significant potential for further expansion [1] - The report maintains a positive outlook on the company's growth potential, upgrading the target price from 39.9 HKD to 41.4 HKD, which corresponds to a projected price-to-earnings ratio of 30 times for the current year [1]

来源：华泰睿思 上周市场创新高，充裕流动性仍是行情的主要基底，我们强调： 1 ）短期来看，判断 市场顶部的意义和胜率都不算高，配置上应保持仓位、顺势择线、适 度内部高低切换； 2 ）节奏上后续即便出现调整，幅度也不会太深，市场进入上行趋势的共识在逐步增强。过往看国内基本面、国内流动性、海外流动性三 者改善是市场步入上行趋势的关键三支柱，当前三个因素都在汇聚积极变化，从量变到质变需要时间，蓄势充分后期行情才有望走的更远。配置上， AI 链、创新药、军工、大金融仍是战略配置重点，内部适度高切低。 核心观点 国内基本面积极因素仍正在聚集 基本面的改善从预期变为现实往往是市场上行趋势的三大支柱之一，当前基本面改善的因素正在逐步聚集，但从量变到质变仍需要时间，具体来看： 1 ） 7 月国内高频经济数据在政策面、技术面和天气等因素下有所走弱，但 1-6 月国内广义财政支出同比增速录得 8.9% ，较去年同期（ -2.8% ）明显提升，或将 成为后续稳内需、促信心的关键； 2 ）我们的模型显示全 A 中报归母净利润同比增速较一季度基本持平， 25 年年报在基数效应下或展现一定弹性，需求侧 的拉动或仍需等到 26 年； 3 ...

Core Viewpoint - The report from Huatai Securities indicates that the U.S. job market is expected to weaken rapidly in the first half of 2025, with the accelerated penetration of AI being considered an important factor contributing to this weakness [1] Group 1: Employment Market Analysis - AI is impacting certain industries and groups, but it is not currently the primary driver of the employment slowdown [1] - Key factors contributing to the employment market's weakness include tariffs, immigration policies, and the influence of cryptocurrencies like DOGE [1] - The U.S. job market is anticipated to remain weak in the third quarter, potentially creating conditions for the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates again in September [1] Group 2: Future Outlook - There is a possibility of improved hiring intentions among companies in the fourth quarter, which may lead to some recovery in the job market [1] - The rapid penetration of AI is expected to have profound effects on the employment market, macroeconomic trends, industry structures, and income distribution [1] - While AI may disrupt employment in certain sectors, it is not yet the most significant reason for the current employment slowdown [1]

国金证券：建议寻找下一个阶段基本面边际改善最大的领域提前布局 国金证券指出，在市场创10年新高之际，建议寻找下一个阶段基本面边际改善最大的领域提前布局。 第一，海外制造业修复下，实物资产将迎来顺风（工业金属（铜、铝、钢铁、基础化工），以及投资加 速下的资本品（工程机械、专用机械、机械零部件、重卡），中长期应该关注产业链重构带来的投资和 消费两端实物消耗提升的机会； 第二，保险的长期资产端将受益于资本回报的见底，其次是券商； 上周五市场震荡走高，沪指站上3800点，科创50涨超8%创3年多新高。沪深两市当日成交额2.55万亿， 较上个交易日放量1227亿。板块方面，半导体、CPO、证券、算力等板块涨幅居前，燃气、钢铁、银 行、乳业等板块跌幅居前。截至上周五收盘，沪指涨1.45%，深成指涨2.07%，创业板指涨3.36%。 在今天的券商晨会上，华泰证券表示，顺趋势择线，内部适度高切低；国金证券指出，建议寻找下一个 阶段基本面边际改善最大的领域提前布局；中信建投认为，后续市场走势或将延续中期慢牛格局。 华泰证券：顺趋势择线 内部适度高切低 华泰证券表示，上周市场创新高，充裕流动性仍是行情的主要基底。短期来看，判断市 ...

来源：华泰睿思 核心观点 2025年上半年美国就业市场快速走弱，叠加AI在美国渗透加速，AI被认为是就业市场走弱的重要因素。我们的研究显示，AI对部分行业/群体产生冲击， 但还不是驱动就业放缓的主要因素，关税、驱逐移民、DOGE等是主要的因素。往前看，我们认为美国就业市场在三季度仍维持偏弱格局，或为联储9月 再次降息创造条件；但四季度企业雇佣意愿改善或带来一定修复。但毋庸置疑的是，AI的快速渗透将对就业市场、宏观走势、产业格局、收入分配等产 生深远的影响。 一、2季度美国非农大幅下调，但AI对劳工的替代效益尚不显著 2025年4月以来，美国就业明显放缓，而AI被认为可能是背后的重要原因。年轻群体、研究生学历群体近期失业率上行较为明显，此外企业内部中层管理 人员面临的裁员压力相对更大。由于2025年AI在美国渗透加速，而AI对初级软件工程岗位的替代性更强，且可以更好处理日常任务，从而减少对中层管 理人员的需求，AI被认为可能是就业放缓的重要原因。 我们认为，AI或对部分行业/群体就业带来冲击，但目前还不是就业放缓的最重要原因。2022年11月ChatGPT公布后，少数几个对AI敞口高的行业非农就 业在2024- ...