Core Viewpoint - The A-share market has experienced a pullback due to declining risk appetite, increased uncertainty in US-China relations, and a general market sentiment decline, with major indices showing a downward trend [4][5]. Market Performance - The A-share market saw a significant decline this week, with the STAR Market 50 index dropping the most at 6.2%, while the Shanghai 50 index fell the least at 0.2%. The overall valuation of the market is at a historically high level since 2010 [4]. - Market styles have diverged, with value stocks performing better. Large-cap value stocks increased by 2.1%, while mid-cap growth stocks decreased by 5.8% [4]. Short-term Market Outlook - The A-share market has shown notable volatility, with the Shanghai Composite Index briefly surpassing 3900 points, a level not seen since August 2015, before falling back below that threshold [5]. - Increased market volatility is attributed to high valuations and rising uncertainties in US-China relations, with the VIX index also showing a significant increase [5]. - Historically, pullbacks during bull markets are common, typically occurring after 60-80 trading days into a bull market, with a usual retracement of 6-7% before resuming upward movement [5][6]. Current Market Phase - The market is likely still in a bull phase, although it may enter a wide-ranging fluctuation stage in the short term. The maximum drawdown observed so far is 4.01%, which is within historical norms [6]. Sector Focus - In the short term, the focus should be on defensive and consumer sectors, as historically, these sectors perform better during market fluctuations. High-dividend stocks and consumer sectors such as food and beverage, social services, and beauty care are expected to benefit from increased domestic demand [7][8]. - In the medium term, attention should be directed towards TMT (Technology, Media, and Telecommunications) and advanced manufacturing sectors, which may gain traction due to liquidity-driven trends and ongoing developments in AI [8].

Market Overview - The convertible bond and equity markets experienced notable adjustments during the week of October 13 to October 17, 2025, with the China Convertible Bond Index declining by 2.3% and the China All Share Index decreasing by 3.5% [6] - Year-to-date performance shows the China Convertible Bond Index up by 14.4% and the China All Share Index up by 19.0%, indicating that the convertible bond market has underperformed compared to the equity market [6] - By rating, high-rated bonds (AA+ and above) fell by 1.73%, medium-rated bonds (AA) decreased by 3.41%, and low-rated bonds (AA- and below) dropped by 3.51%, with high-rated bonds experiencing the least decline [6] - In terms of bond size, large-scale convertible bonds (over 5 billion) decreased by 1.01%, medium-scale bonds (between 500 million and 5 billion) fell by 2.80%, and small-scale bonds (under 500 million) dropped by 3.98%, again showing that larger bonds fared better [6] Price and Valuation Metrics - The average price of convertible bonds is 130.61 yuan, down from 132.67 yuan the previous week, with a price percentile of 98.0% [8] - The average parity price is 103.82 yuan, down from 105.35 yuan, with a percentile of 93.4% [8] - The average conversion premium stands at 27.7%, slightly up from 27.6% the previous week, with a percentile of 56.5% [8] - Notably, the conversion premium for medium parity convertible bonds (valued between 90 and 110 yuan) is 28.8%, which is higher than the median conversion premium of 20.4% since 2018 [8] Convertible Bond Performance and Strategy - The convertible bond market continues to show stronger demand than supply, suggesting that convertible bonds remain relatively high-quality assets in the long term [9] - However, the current valuation levels are considered high, indicating a need for strategic adjustments in the portfolio composition [9]

Core Viewpoint - The report from Everbright Securities indicates that as of September 29, 2025, Shengmei Shanghai has an order backlog of 9.072 billion yuan, representing a year-on-year growth of 34.10% [1] Industry Summary - Since 2025, the demand for semiconductor equipment in China has remained strong, driven by technological advantages, product maturity, and market recognition [1] - The company continues to deepen its existing market and expand into new markets [1] Company Summary - The company is a leading player in domestic semiconductor cleaning equipment and is expected to benefit from performance growth driven by domestic production [1] - The company's products are continuously iterated and upgraded, with successful market promotion of new products [1] - Profit forecasts for the company are as follows: 2025 net profit of 1.476 billion yuan, 2026 net profit of 1.829 billion yuan, and a new forecast for 2027 net profit of 2.285 billion yuan, corresponding to PE ratios of 59x, 47x, and 38x respectively [1] - The company maintains a "buy" rating [1]

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the trends in China's loan issuance and social financing in September, highlighting a seasonal recovery in loan issuance but a year-on-year decline in growth, indicating ongoing economic challenges and weak demand [4][8]. Group 1: Loan Issuance Trends - In September, new RMB loans amounted to 1.29 trillion, a year-on-year decrease of 300 billion, with a growth rate of 6.6%, down 0.2 percentage points from August [4]. - Cumulatively, from January to September, new RMB loans totaled 14.75 trillion, a year-on-year decrease of 1.27 trillion [4]. - The manufacturing PMI for September was 49.8%, indicating continued contraction in the manufacturing sector, with demand issues persisting [4]. Group 2: Corporate Loan Dynamics - New corporate loans in September reached 1.22 trillion, a year-on-year decrease of 270 billion, accounting for 95% of new loans [5]. - The weighted average interest rate for new corporate loans remained around 3.1%, stable compared to the previous month and at historical lows [5]. - The structure of loans is shifting, with an increase in short-term loans and a decline in bill financing, indicating a need for balance in loan types [5]. Group 3: Household Loan Activity - In September, new household loans totaled 389 billion, a year-on-year decrease of 111 billion, showing some seasonal improvement [6]. - The cumulative household loans for the first three quarters amounted to 1.1 trillion, a year-on-year decrease of 840 billion, reflecting weak consumer demand [6]. - Employment and income variables have not shown substantial improvement, leading to low growth in mortgages, consumer loans, and credit cards [6]. Group 4: Social Financing Overview - New social financing in September was 3.53 trillion, a year-on-year decrease of 229.7 billion, with a growth rate of 8.7%, down 0.1 percentage points from August [7][8]. - The social financing growth rate may continue to decline in the coming months due to high base effects, potentially falling below 8.5% by year-end without new special government bond issuances [8]. Group 5: Monetary Indicators - In September, M2 growth was 8.4%, while M1 growth was 7.2%, with the gap between M2 and M1 narrowing [9]. - New RMB deposits in September were 2.2 trillion, a year-on-year decrease of 1.5 trillion, with a month-end growth rate of 8% [9]. - Cumulatively, from January to September, new deposits reached 22.7 trillion, an increase of 6.1 trillion year-on-year, exceeding the average increase for the same period from 2020 to 2024 [9].

Core Insights - The public fund license, once highly sought after, is losing its appeal as evidenced by the recent withdrawal of Shanghai Guangda Securities Asset Management Co., Ltd. from the public fund management qualification approval list [1][2] - Guangda Securities Asset Management is not the only firm to withdraw; in August, GF Asset Management also exited the application process, leaving only two firms, Guozheng Asset Management and Guojin Asset Management, still awaiting approval [1][3] Summary by Sections License Withdrawal - Guangda Securities Asset Management has been removed from the list of institutions applying for public fund management qualifications, marking a significant shift in the industry [2] - The firm submitted its application in June 2023 but faced a stagnant approval process, leading to the decision to pause its application after over two years of waiting [2][4] Industry Context - 2023 was anticipated to be a peak year for public fund license applications, initiated by regulatory changes in May 2022 that allowed more firms to apply [2][4] - Despite the initial surge in applications, only two firms, China Merchants Asset Management and Everbright Securities Asset Management, received approvals, while the rest faced delays or withdrew their applications [2][3] Strategic Considerations - The withdrawals reflect a strategic shift among firms, as regulatory requirements mandate that collective asset management products must complete public transformation by the end of 2025 [4][5] - Firms like Guangda Securities Asset Management are opting for alternative strategies, such as transferring their products to affiliated public fund platforms, to mitigate transformation pressures [4][5] Market Dynamics - The competitive landscape for asset management firms is changing, with a focus on high-value services like private fund of funds and alternative investments becoming more attractive compared to the lengthy and costly public fund license application process [5] - Regulatory tightening, increased capital thresholds, and evolving governance structures present substantial challenges for firms seeking public fund licenses, leading to a more stable competitive environment where larger firms may solidify their positions [5]

Core Insights - The 2025 Sustainable Global Leaders Conference will be held from October 16 to 18 in Shanghai, focusing on global action, innovation, and sustainable growth [1] - The conference is co-hosted by the World Green Design Organization and Sina Group, with support from the Shanghai Huangpu District Government [1] - Approximately 500 prominent guests, including 100 international attendees, will participate, featuring political figures, Nobel laureates, and leaders from Fortune 500 companies [1] Company Initiatives - Everbright Securities has financed green industries with a total of 65.82 billion since the 14th Five-Year Plan [1] - The company has organized over 1,000 events in the first half of the year, reaching an audience of 200,000, to promote inclusive finance [2] - In 2023, Everbright Securities has underwritten rural revitalization bonds worth 7.5 billion, enhancing the insurance and futures business model to support farmers and small enterprises [2]

光大證券股份有限公司 Everbright Securities Company Limited （於中華人民共和國註冊成立的股份有限公司） （股份代號：6178） 香港交易及結算所有限公司及香港聯合交易所有限公司對本公告的內容概不負責，對其準確性 或完整性亦不發表任何聲明，並明確表示，概不對因本公告全部或任何部份內容而產生或因倚 賴該等內容而引致的任何損失承擔任何責任。 光大證券股份有限公司（「本公司」）董事會（「董事會」）謹此宣佈，本公司將於 2025年10月30日（星期四）舉行董事會會議，以考慮及批准本公司及其附屬公司截 至2025年9月30日止未經審計的第三季度業績及╱或其他議題（如適用）。 承董事會命 光大證券股份有限公司 董事長 趙陵 中國上海 2025年10月16日 於本公告日期，本公司董事會成員包括趙陵先生（董事長、執行董事）、劉秋明先 生（執行董事、總裁）、馬韌韜女士（非執行董事）、連涯鄰先生（非執行董事）、 潘劍雲先生（非執行董事）、尹岩武先生（非執行董事）、秦小徵先生（非執行董 事）、任永平先生（獨立非執行董事）、殷俊明先生（獨立非執行董事）、劉應彬先 生（獨立非執行董事）、陳選娟女士（ ...

Core Insights - The 2025 Sustainable Global Leaders Conference is being held in Shanghai from October 16 to 18, focusing on global action, innovation, and sustainable growth [4] - Liu Qiuming, President of Everbright Securities, emphasized the company's commitment to sustainable development and ESG principles, aiming to become a leading service-oriented investment bank in China [2][10] Group 1: Company Strategy and Vision - Everbright Securities aims to integrate ESG into its investment activities, strictly controlling investments in high-energy and high-pollution sectors [2][8] - The company has established a professional ESG research team to promote sustainable development from an internal governance perspective [2][8] - The strategic goal is to align with national strategies and support the real economy through high-quality financial services [6][10] Group 2: Sustainable Development Initiatives - Everbright Securities has achieved a financing scale of 65.82 billion for green industries since the 14th Five-Year Plan, supporting projects like carbon-neutral bonds [9] - The company is actively involved in promoting inclusive finance, with over 1,000 educational activities reaching 200,000 participants in the first half of the year [9] - In the area of pension finance, Everbright is working to enhance wealth management services and participate in the construction of the third pillar of pension systems [9] Group 3: Conference Highlights - The conference is co-hosted by the World Green Design Organization and Sina Group, with around 500 prominent guests, including Nobel laureates and leaders from Fortune 500 companies [4] - The event aims to explore new paths for sustainable development and inject "Chinese momentum" into global governance [4]

Group 1 - The 2025 Sustainable Global Leaders Conference took place from October 16 to 18 in Shanghai, focusing on sustainable development and innovation [5] - The president of Everbright Securities, Liu Qiuming, shared the company's implementation of the "Five Major Articles" strategy, highlighting progress in technology and green finance [1][3] - In technology finance, the company has developed a unique direct financing system, supporting high-tech enterprises and specialized small and medium-sized enterprises through various financial services [1][3] Group 2 - In green finance, Everbright Securities has actively promoted the issuance and underwriting of green bonds, achieving a financing scale of 65.82 billion yuan since the 14th Five-Year Plan [1] - The company has also established a one-stop service system in inclusive finance, underwriting rural revitalization bonds totaling 7.5 billion yuan in 2023 [2] - Efforts in pension finance include enhancing the pension wealth management system and participating in the construction of the third pillar of pension [2] Group 3 - In digital finance, the company is enhancing its "Jin Yang Guang APP" and exploring the application of new technologies like AI to improve service and management efficiency [3] - The "Five Major Articles" strategy serves as a practical guide for embedding specific actions across various business lines, demonstrating the company's role in guiding capital towards key national areas and promoting inclusive economic growth [3]

格隆汇10月16日丨光大证券(06178.HK)宣布，公司将于2025年10月30日(星期四)举行董事会会议，以考 虑及批准公司及其附属公司截至2025年9月30日止未经审计的第三季度业绩及╱或其他议题(如适用)。 ...