Core Viewpoint - Fund managers remain confident in AI computing power despite some divergence in their investment strategies during Q3 2025, with a focus on the PCB sector and light communication leaders [1][2][3] Group 1: Fund Manager Strategies - Notable fund manager Jin Zicai increased holdings in PCB-related companies such as Shenzhen South Circuit, Shengyi Technology, and Huidian Co., while reducing positions in leading optical module firms like NewEase and Taicheng Light [1][2] - Fund manager Zheng Xi also mirrored this strategy by increasing investments in PCB companies and reducing exposure to optical communication stocks [2] - Fund manager Lei Tao diversified by increasing allocations in both optical communication and PCB sectors, with significant gains reported [2] Group 2: Market Outlook - Jin Zicai expressed optimism about the overseas computing power sector, suggesting that the market has underestimated the growth potential and sustainability of earnings in this area [3] - Zheng Xi highlighted the increasing allocation to AI computing and semiconductor storage sectors, anticipating strong growth in AI applications and a favorable market for global computing resources [3] - The overall sentiment among top-performing fund managers indicates a belief in the ongoing demand for computing power, with expectations of significant growth opportunities ahead [3]

Report's Investment Rating for the Industry - No information about the industry investment rating is provided in the report. Core Viewpoints of the Report - The report regularly tracks the latest information on private exchangeable bond (private EB) projects from public channels, including basic elements such as issuance scale, underlying stocks, and main underwriters, while noting that issuance terms may change and advising to consult the final prospectus and relevant lead underwriters for issuance progress [1]. Summary by Related Catalog New Project Information Last Week - The private exchangeable bond project of Yingfeng Group Co., Ltd. in 2025 was approved by the exchange, with a proposed issuance scale of 1 billion yuan (down from the previous scale), underlying stocks being Yingfeng Environment/Baina Qiancheng (000967.SZ/300291.SZ), and main underwriters being Shen港 Securities, CICC, and Huafu Securities (CICC and Huafu were newly added compared to before), updated on October 30, 2025 [1]. - The private exchangeable bond project of Guangdong Guangxin Holdings Group Co., Ltd. in 2025 was approved by the exchange, with a proposed issuance scale of 3 billion yuan, underlying stocks being Shengyi Technology/Xinghu Technology (600183.SH/600866.SH), and the main underwriter being CITIC Securities, updated on October 30, 2025 [1]. - The private exchangeable bond project of Fujian State - owned Assets Management Co., Ltd. in 2025 was approved by the exchange, with a proposed issuance scale of 200 million yuan, the underlying stock being Fuguang Co., Ltd. (688010.SH), and the main underwriter being Guoxin Securities, updated on October 29, 2025 [1]. - The private technology - innovation exchangeable bond project of Chongqing Xiaokang Holdings Co., Ltd. in 2025 was approved by the exchange, with a proposed issuance scale of 3 billion yuan, the underlying stock being Seres (601127.SH), and the main underwriter being Hongta Securities, updated on October 28, 2025 [1]. - The private technology - innovation exchangeable bond project of New Hope Group Co., Ltd. in 2025 received feedback from the exchange, with a proposed issuance scale of 4.5 billion yuan, the underlying stock being New Hope (000876.SZ), and the main underwriter being CICC, updated on October 31, 2025 [1]. - The private technology - innovation exchangeable bond project of Sichuan Jiuzhou Investment Holdings Group Co., Ltd. in 2025 received feedback from the exchange, with a proposed issuance scale of 1 billion yuan, the underlying stock being Sichuan Jiuzhou (000801.SZ), and the main underwriter being CITIC Securities, updated on October 28, 2025 [1]. - The private exchangeable bond project of Haixia Innovation Internet Co., Ltd. in 2025 was accepted by the exchange, with a proposed issuance scale of 300 million yuan, the underlying stock being Fengzhushou (301382.SZ), and the main underwriter being Dongguan Securities, updated on October 31, 2025 [1]. Overall Project Status (Table 1) - There are multiple private exchangeable bond projects in different statuses (approved, received feedback, accepted), including details such as bond names, main underwriters, issuance scales, underlying stocks, project statuses, and update dates [3].

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the transformative impact of AI on industries and the significant performance and market value growth of companies in the A-share market related to AI, particularly focusing on Shengyi Technology and Shengyi Electronics, which have both surpassed market capitalizations of 150 billion and 80 billion respectively, driven by the entrepreneurial spirit of Tang Xiangqian [5]. Company Background - Tang Xiangqian, known as the "Textile King," transitioned from the textile industry to electronics, founding Shengyi in 1985, focusing on copper-clad laminates, a core material for PCB manufacturing [8][9]. - The company faced initial challenges, including management inefficiencies, leading Tang to implement a contracting model to improve operations and profitability [9][10]. Quality Control and Management - Tang emphasized the importance of quality control, establishing an ISO9000 quality management system and enhancing internal communication and coordination, which significantly improved production capacity [12][14]. - Under his leadership, Shengyi's production capacity grew from 600,000 square meters in the first year to 1.3 million square meters by the third year, positioning the company among the top producers in China [14]. Technological Advancements - Shengyi established its R&D center in 1994, leading to significant technological innovations in the copper-clad laminate sector, allowing the company to close the gap with international competitors [18][19]. - By 2006, China became the world's largest producer of copper-clad laminates, with Shengyi ranking among the top five global companies in this field [21]. Strategic Growth and Market Position - In 2013, Shengyi acquired a majority stake in Shengyi Electronics, creating a synergistic effect between substrate and PCB production, which propelled both companies into a phase of high-quality development [22]. - Shengyi's production capacity expanded from 600,000 square meters at inception to an expected 140 million square meters by 2024, maintaining its position as the second-largest global supplier of rigid copper-clad laminates [23]. Legacy and Philosophy - Tang Xiangqian's philosophy of "dedication to industry" and his commitment to practical contributions to the country were central to his business approach, influencing the company's culture and operational strategies [25][26]. - His passing in 2018 marked the end of an era, but his legacy continues to inspire the company's mission to uphold the values of diligence and patriotism in the industrial sector [25][26].

Core Viewpoint - The computing hardware sector experienced a significant pullback, with notable declines in stock prices of several companies [1] Company Performance - Shenghong Technology saw a drop of over 10% in its stock price [1] - Tianfu Communication's stock fell by more than 8% [1] - Industrial Fulian, Sany Technology, and Zhongji Xuchuang all experienced declines exceeding 7% [1]

格隆汇10月31日｜胜宏科技跌超10%，天孚通信跌超8%，工业富联、生益科技、中际旭创均跌超7%。 ...

Ac t i o n | 28 Oct 2025 11:39:58 ET │ 14 pages Shengyi Technology (600183.SS) 3Q25 Results Beat In-Line with Preliminary Results; Raise TP to Rmb83 CITI'S TAKE | Earnings Summary | | | | | | | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Year to | Net Profit | Diluted EPS | EPS growth | P/E | P/B | ROE | Yield | | 31 Dec | (RmbM) | (Rmb) | (%) | (x) | (x) | (%) | (%) | | 2023A | 1,164 | 0.490 | -24.6 | 137.5 | 11.2 | 8.5 | 0.7 | | 2024A | 1,739 | 0.730 | 49.0 | 92.3 | 10.6 | 12.0 | 0.9 | | 2025E | ...

Core Viewpoint - The company reported strong financial performance for the first three quarters of the year, with revenue of 20.61 billion, a year-on-year increase of 39.8%, and net profit attributable to shareholders of 2.44 billion, up 78% year-on-year, driven by rising AI demand and continuous product structure optimization [2] Financial Performance Summary - Q3 revenue reached 7.93 billion, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 55% and a quarter-on-quarter increase of 12% - Q3 net profit attributable to shareholders was 1.02 billion, up 131% year-on-year and 18% quarter-on-quarter - The gross margin for Q3 was 28.1%, an increase of 5.3 percentage points year-on-year, while the net margin was 15.6%, up 6.4 percentage points year-on-year [2] Profit Structure Analysis - The company holds a 62.9% stake in its subsidiary, which contributed 370 million in PCB business profit and approximately 650 million in CCL business profit for Q3, with CCL profit showing a year-on-year increase of 70% [3] - Concerns regarding the sequential growth of CCL profit are attributed to rising raw material costs and significant R&D investments related to new product testing [3] AI-Related High-Speed Materials Growth - The company is experiencing month-on-month growth in AI-related high-speed materials, with new customers expected to continue certification and integration - The company is actively expanding its customer base to include major overseas clients such as AWS, Meta, and Google, leveraging its technological capabilities and production capacity [4] Industry Outlook and Growth Potential - The CCL industry is expected to maintain a positive outlook, with the company’s high-end products in AI computing and other sectors driving new growth opportunities - The company anticipates further revenue and profit growth due to rising CCL prices and increased production capacity for high-speed materials [5]

Core Insights - QFII continues to favor core A-share assets amid ongoing structural market trends, with a notable focus on high-end manufacturing and tactical increases in defensive assets and sectors aligned with domestic production trends [1][7] QFII Investment Trends - As of October 28, nearly 40 QFII institutions held approximately 119.4 billion yuan in A-shares, reflecting a diversified investment strategy across various sectors [1][8] - QFII has increased holdings in over 500 A-share companies, with significant investments in banking, electrical equipment, building materials, chemicals, software services, machinery, and hardware [3][4] Key Stocks with Increased Holdings - Major stocks with significant QFII increases include: - Nanjing Bank (1.24 million shares by BNP Paribas) - China Xidian (7.285 million shares by JPMorgan Securities) - Other notable stocks include Oriental Yuhong, Baofeng Energy, Huasheng Tiancheng, Hengli Hydraulic, Huazi Technology, and Siyi Electric [4][5][6] Sector Preferences - QFII's top sectors for increased stock holdings include banking, electrical equipment, and computing, with banks attracting attention due to stable dividend yields and improving performance expectations [7][10] - The electrical equipment sector benefits from strong policy support and demand growth driven by energy transition and grid upgrades [7][10] Large Institutional Preferences - Large foreign institutions, such as Goldman Sachs, are diversifying their investments across various sectors, including machinery, hardware, consumer goods, pharmaceuticals, and more [11] - Goldman Sachs holds significant positions in 52 A-share companies, indicating a broad investment strategy [11] Market Outlook - Analysts suggest that the Chinese stock market is entering a more sustainable upward trend, with recommendations for investors to shift from "selling high" to "buying low" strategies [13] - Continued positive sentiment towards Chinese assets is reflected in the strategies of major investment firms [12][13]

Group 1 - The changes in heavy holdings of social security funds and public funds are closely monitored as they represent core forces in the capital market [1] - As of October 29, 3108 stocks have public funds among their top ten circulating shareholders, with Ningde Times, Kweichow Moutai, and Zhongji Xuchuang being the top three by market value [1] - Social security funds are present in the top ten circulating shareholders of 456 stocks, with a total holding market value of 117.77 billion yuan, including 19 stocks with holdings exceeding 1 billion yuan [1] Group 2 - Social security funds show a preference for leading companies, concentrating on them to enhance portfolio stability, reflecting a long-term value investment philosophy [1] - The technology innovation sector has become a new allocation direction, with significant increases in industries like communications and electronics that align with industrial upgrades [1][2] - Both social security and public funds have shown a strong interest in the electronics industry, with notable increases in holdings of companies like Xinwei Communication and Yilian Network [2] Group 3 - The commonality between social security funds and public funds lies in their core demand for long-term asset preservation and appreciation, though their operational styles differ [3] - Public funds tend to be more flexible in seizing investment opportunities due to dual pressures of assessment and scale, leading to higher concentration in their investment portfolios [3] - Social security funds focus on long-term performance benchmarks and have a more stable investment style, often holding stocks for longer periods [3]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company [1][4][10] Core Views - The company has shown strong growth in revenue and net profit, with a significant increase in sales of copper-clad laminates and an optimized product structure contributing to improved profitability [6][7][10] - The company is well-positioned to benefit from the recovery in downstream demand and is expected to see further price increases for its products, enhancing both its cyclical and growth attributes [9][10] Summary by Relevant Sections Basic Information - Total shares outstanding: 2,429.26 million - Circulating shares: 2,394.50 million - Market price: 67.39 yuan - Market capitalization: 163,708.03 million yuan - Circulating market capitalization: 161,365.46 million yuan [2] Financial Performance - For the first three quarters of 2025, the company achieved revenue of 20.614 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 39.8%, and a net profit of 2.443 billion yuan, up 78.04% year-on-year [6] - In Q3 2025, revenue reached 7.934 billion yuan, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 55.1%, while net profit surged by 131.18% year-on-year [6] Profitability and Growth Forecast - The company forecasts net profits of 3.662 billion yuan for 2025, 5.851 billion yuan for 2026, and 8.008 billion yuan for 2027, with corresponding growth rates of 110.6% and 59.8% [10] - The report highlights a projected increase in gross margin to 29.0% by 2026 and 30.5% by 2027, indicating ongoing improvements in profitability [12] Product Development and Market Position - The company is actively enhancing its product technology and has established strong partnerships with leading manufacturers in various sectors, including AI servers and telecommunications [9] - The strategic focus on high-value products has solidified the company's competitive advantage in the mid-to-high-end market [7][9]