Core Insights - The report from CITIC Securities indicates that the supernode solution is expected to scale rapidly, serving as a fundamental computing unit for future AI infrastructure, with advantages such as efficient communication bandwidth and native memory semantics [1][2] Group 1: Supernode Development - The MoE (Mixture of Experts) architecture imposes new hardware requirements, leading to the emergence of scale-up supernodes [2] - Supernodes face complex systemic challenges compared to traditional eight-card servers, including heat dissipation, stability issues from mixed optical and copper interconnects, and long-term reliability concerns [2][3] - The current phase of supernode solutions is characterized by a variety of competing technologies, with domestic solutions like Huawei's CloudMatrix384 and Alibaba's Panjiu emerging [3] Group 2: Technical Challenges and Solutions - As computing density increases, liquid cooling solutions with a PUE closer to 1, such as phase change immersion cooling, may see greater development opportunities if stability issues can be resolved [4] - The complexity of supernode servers has significantly increased, requiring deep consideration of chip integration, heat dissipation, and interconnects, transforming server manufacturers into core system integrators [5] Group 3: Investment Strategy - The supernode technology is in its early stages, with the MoE architecture likely to become mainstream, presenting new adaptive requirements for hardware development [7] - The report suggests that companies with customization capabilities and supply chain management skills in the server manufacturing sector are likely to see significant growth opportunities [7]

Core Insights - The core viewpoint of the articles is that the Chinese securities industry is undergoing a significant transformation towards more frequent and substantial dividend distributions, reflecting a shift from a focus on financing to prioritizing shareholder returns [1][3][11]. Group 1: Dividend Frequency and Trends - In 2025, a notable change in the dividend practices of listed securities firms has emerged, with "multiple dividends per year" becoming the new norm [3][4]. - As of December 18, 2025, 35 securities firms have implemented or planned to distribute dividends two times or more, accounting for 79.55% of all listed firms [4][6]. - The trend of mid-term dividends (including interim and quarterly reports) has gained momentum, with 29 firms distributing mid-term dividends in 2025, a significant increase from previous years [3][4]. Group 2: Leading Firms and Dividend Quality - Leading firms are setting high benchmarks for dividend payouts, with CITIC Securities distributing 29 yuan per hand (100 shares), followed by CITIC Jiantou at 16.5 yuan, and Huatai Securities and Guotai Junan at 15 yuan each [6][7]. - The total dividend amounts for major firms like CITIC Securities and Guotai Junan have exceeded 40 billion yuan in 2025, with CITIC Securities alone reaching 84.48 billion yuan [7][9]. Group 3: Diversification of Shareholder Return Tools - In addition to cash dividends, share buybacks are becoming a key tool for securities firms to return value to shareholders and manage capital structure [9][10]. - As of December 18, 2025, several firms have initiated share buybacks, with Guotai Junan leading with over 1.2 billion yuan in buyback amounts [9][10]. - The combination of cash dividends and share buybacks is being increasingly adopted by firms to provide a more flexible capital operation space and diverse value realization paths for investors [9][10]. Group 4: Regulatory Influence and Market Environment - The ongoing regulatory emphasis on shareholder returns and the improved market environment are driving firms to enhance their dividend frequency and amounts [7][11]. - Policies such as the new "National Nine Articles" encourage multiple dividends per year, prompting firms to internalize dividend distribution as a rigid responsibility rather than a flexible option [7][11]. - The transformation reflects a broader cultural shift in the securities industry towards maturity, focusing on quality and sustainable shareholder returns [11].

券商资深人士指出，这一系列变化不仅是对监管的回应，更深层次反映了 证券行业从"重融 资"向"重回报"的价值转型， 致力于构建投资者与公司共赢的良性生态。 记者丨崔文静 编辑丨巫燕玲 12月19日，长城证券实施2025年中期派息，每手派发现金红利7.6元，合计派发现金红利约 3.07亿元。 这只是近期上市券商加大分红力度的一个缩影。在政策持续引导下，A股券商的分红实践在 2025年发生了重要变化，"一年多次分红"成为鲜明的新常态。 这场变化最直观的体现是分红频次的"井喷"。截至12月18日，叠加三季报分红与中报分红，全 年有35家券商分红达两次及以上，占比高达79.55%，意味着 近八成券商已进入"多次分红、及 时分享"的常态化阶段。 与此同时，分红的"含金量"在中报季尤为突出。头部券商引领风潮，中信证券2025中报每手分 红29元，中信建投、华泰证券、国泰海通等也力度可观。 从年度总额看， 中信证券、国泰海通等多家头部机构年内分红均超40亿元。 而近期推出的三 季报分红，则显示出行业在尝试提高分红频次上的新探索。 除了真金白银的分红，建立长期规划、探索"分红+回购"等多元化工具，正成为券商完善回报 体系的新方 ...

昨日A股三大指数涨跌不一，沪深两市成交额1.66万亿，较上一个交易日缩量1557亿。板块方面，医药 商业、银行、零售等板块涨幅居前，电池、电网设备等板块跌幅居前。截至昨日收盘，沪指涨0.16%， 深成指跌1.29%，创业板指跌2.17%。 在今天的券商晨会上，中信证券表示，看好半导体设备行业的投资机遇；中金公司预计，2026年煤价将 呈现前低后高走势；华泰证券提出，公募绩效考核优化，关注优质金融。 华泰证券：公募绩效考核优化 关注优质金融 华泰证券表示，12月《基金管理公司绩效考核管理指引（征求意见稿）》下发，强化长期业绩导向、提 高强制跟投比例，并明确量化降薪问责机制等，将基金公司及其核心投研人员的利益与投资者的长期利 益深度绑定。资本市场中长期稳步向上趋势不改，奠定资管产品发展基础。建议把握优质个股，银行推 荐零售及财富管理标杆，财富管理战略地位提升的公司；券商推荐大财富管理产业链具备较强优势的公 司。 本文转载自"智通财经"，智通财经编辑：陈筱亦。 中信证券认为，2025年9月以来，受下游大客户英特尔一系列注资合作、存储原厂陆续涨价等事件催 化，头部半导体设备公司股价快速上行。考虑到本轮存储上行周期以及 ...

【中信证券：预计美联储明年全年降息两次各25bps】智通财经12月19日电，中信证券研报表示，美国 11月CPI大幅低于预期，核心服务通胀明显降温，但数据噪音较大、质量存疑。我们认为美国通胀前景 确实正在趋于缓和，关税对物价的扰动或会逐步减弱，租金通胀和超级核心通胀都可能在明年维持较理 想的中低增速。本次CPI报告对美元流动性构成短期利好，但数据质量的硬伤和就业市场的平静状态使 其不足以明显提振降息预期，我们仍预计美联储明年全年降息两次各25bps。 ...

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在美日央行政策分歧的背景下，美国因素才是当前全球流动性与美元资产定价的核心主线。 目前市场对AI叙事的质疑集中体现于业务模式较激进的少数企业，而多数财务状况较稳健的AI龙头仍 能维持市场信任，产业智能化热潮应能在中短期继续支持美股龙头的业绩表现。长端美债在本轮风险管 理式降息周期内的配置性价比不高，短端美债则可能受益于准备金管理购买操作对流动性的技术性改 善，后者较前者更好。 中信证券研报称，日本良性通胀循环已较稳固，日本央行即将再次加息。 去年夏季日本加息后的全球市场动荡主要是由衰退预期升温和AI叙事动摇等美国因素造成，套息交易 逆转只是加剧彼时避险情绪的次要因素，去年的"黑色星期一"不太可能在今年重演。 （文章来源：新华财经） ...

Core Viewpoint - The report from CITIC Securities indicates that liquid cooling solutions are becoming the mainstream technology path for energy saving in data centers due to significantly improved heat dissipation efficiency and lower Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) since 2025 [1] Industry Overview - The global liquid cooling market is projected to reach $21.8 billion by 2027, driven by accelerated penetration of liquid cooling and technological upgrades leading to increased Average Selling Prices (ASP) [1] - The current competitive landscape of the liquid cooling industry is dominated by Taiwanese manufacturers, but there is a significant opportunity for domestic manufacturers as chip companies begin to participate in the liquid cooling supply chain [1] Investment Opportunities - Domestic manufacturers are expected to benefit significantly from the increasing demand for AI-driven liquid cooling solutions, particularly those capable of mass production of core liquid cooling components and providing comprehensive solutions [1]

中信证券研报认为，日本良性通胀循环已较稳固，日本央行即将再次加息。去年夏季日本加息后的全球 市场动荡主要是由衰退预期升温和AI叙事动摇等美国因素造成，套息交易逆转只是加剧彼时避险情绪 的次要因素，去年的"黑色星期一"不太可能在今年重演。在美日央行政策分歧的背景下，美国因素才是 当前全球流动性与美元资产定价的核心主线。目前市场对AI叙事的质疑集中体现于业务模式较激进的 少数企业，而多数财务状况较稳健的AI龙头仍能维持市场信任，产业智能化热潮应能在中短期继续支 持美股龙头的业绩表现。长端美债在本轮风险管理式降息周期内的配置性价比不高，短端美债则可能受 益于准备金管理购买操作对流动性的技术性改善，后者较前者更好 ...

Core Viewpoint - The report from CITIC Securities suggests that Japan's benign inflation cycle is becoming more stable, and the Bank of Japan is likely to raise interest rates again soon [1] Group 1: Economic Context - The global market turmoil following Japan's interest rate hike last summer was primarily driven by rising recession expectations and shifts in the AI narrative in the U.S., rather than the reversal of carry trades, which only exacerbated risk aversion [1] - The "Black Monday" experienced last year is unlikely to be repeated this year due to the different economic conditions [1] Group 2: Market Dynamics - In the context of the policy divergence between the U.S. and Japan, U.S. factors are currently the main narrative influencing global liquidity and the pricing of U.S. dollar assets [1] - Market skepticism regarding the AI narrative is mainly focused on a few companies with aggressive business models, while most financially stable AI leaders are expected to maintain market confidence [1] Group 3: Investment Insights - The ongoing trend of industrial intelligence is anticipated to continue supporting the performance of leading U.S. stocks in the medium to short term [1] - Long-term U.S. Treasury bonds are considered to have a low cost-performance ratio in the current risk management-driven rate cut cycle, while short-term U.S. Treasury bonds may benefit from technical improvements in liquidity due to reserve management purchasing operations [1]