Core Viewpoint - The gaming industry in China is experiencing a significant transformation, with a focus on international expansion and ecosystem development, driven by technological innovation and cultural integration [1][3]. Group 1: Market Trends - The online gaming concept index has increased by 9.60% since June 23, with four consecutive days of gains [1]. - In the first seven months of 2025, a total of 884 domestic games received approval, an increase of 151 games compared to the same period last year [2]. - The Chinese gaming market size reached 28.051 billion yuan in May 2025, showing a year-on-year growth of 9.86% and a month-on-month growth of 2.56% [4]. Group 2: International Expansion - In June 2025, 33 Chinese game companies ranked in the global top 100 mobile game publishers, collectively earning $1.76 billion, which accounts for 33% of the total revenue of the top 100 [3]. - ST华通's subsidiary, 点点互动, saw a 10% month-on-month revenue increase in June, maintaining its position as the second-highest Chinese mobile game publisher globally [3]. Group 3: Investment Opportunities - Four key investment themes are identified: high industry prosperity, focus on premium products by leading companies, a surge in new product releases, and innovative gameplay in niche markets [5]. - The gaming community is expected to benefit from the industry's high prosperity, with increased user activity and downloads anticipated [4].

Core Viewpoint - The Chinese gaming industry is accelerating its international expansion, transitioning from product output to ecosystem construction, with a focus on technological innovation, cultural integration, and industry chain collaboration [1][2]. Game License Approval Normalization - The National Press and Publication Administration approved 127 domestic online games in July 2025, with a total of 884 games approved from January to July 2025, an increase of 151 games compared to the same period last year [1][2]. - Analysts believe that the high volume of game license approvals will continue, indicating a normalization in the approval process and ongoing industry recovery [1]. Accelerated International Expansion - The trend of Chinese games going global has become a key development line, with 33 Chinese game companies entering the global mobile game publisher revenue TOP100 list in June 2025, collectively earning $1.76 billion, accounting for 33% of the total revenue of the top 100 [2]. - ST华通's subsidiary, 点点互动, saw a 10% month-on-month revenue increase in June, maintaining its position as the second-highest Chinese mobile game publisher globally [2]. Market Demand and Growth - The domestic gaming market remains robust, with high demand and supportive policies from various provinces and cities, leading to a new product cycle for A-share gaming companies [2][3]. - The Chinese gaming market size reached 28.05 billion yuan in May 2025, with a year-on-year growth of 9.86% and a month-on-month growth of 2.56% [3]. Investment Logic - Four main investment logic points are highlighted: high industry prosperity, focus on premium products by leading manufacturers, a surge in new product releases, and continuous innovation in niche segments like SLG and casual games [4].

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Positive" and maintained [7] Core Insights - In July, the National Press and Publication Administration approved 127 domestic game titles, including key products from Huatuo and Giant Network. The summer gaming season has seen strong performance from multiple new games, indicating a sustained high level of activity in the gaming sector [2][4] - The new game cycle, favorable policy trends, and AI catalysis are expected to drive continued improvement in the gaming sector's fundamentals, suggesting that the valuation of the gaming sector still has upward elasticity. Investors are encouraged to continue monitoring investment opportunities in this sector [2][4] Summary by Sections Game License Issuance - In July, 127 domestic games received approval, including Huatuo's "Kingshot" and Giant Network's "Famous Generals Kill." Additionally, 7 imported game licenses were granted [9] - "Kingshot" has seen significant revenue growth, doubling in May and increasing by 56% in June, ranking third in China's mobile game overseas revenue growth [9] New Game Performance - Several new games from listed gaming companies have performed strongly during the summer season. For instance, Giant Network's "Supernatural Action Group" reached the top 4 in the free game rankings and top 20 in the revenue rankings on its launch day [9] - Other notable performances include Jiubite's "Staff Sword Legend," which entered the iOS revenue rankings top 13, and Tencent's "Dungeon and Fighter Mobile," which topped the iOS revenue rankings [9] Future Outlook - The pipeline for key gaming companies is robust, with several new titles set to launch, including "Tomb Raider: Journey" and "Douluo Continent: Evil Legend" [9] - The new game cycle is expected to enhance the sector's fundamentals, with ongoing policy stability and the integration of AI in gaming likely to boost valuations and performance [9]

Group 1 - The training event on "Value Management and Mergers & Acquisitions" was held in Xiamen, attended by nearly 70 executives and representatives from listed companies and related institutions [1] - The core of value management is expectation management, which involves changing the company's fundamentals and perceptions to influence market value [1] - The capital market is transitioning from a "financing market" to an "investment market," presenting new opportunities in the mergers and acquisitions sector [1] Group 2 - Judicial restructuring has become a common path for listed companies to mitigate risks, as highlighted by case studies shared during the event [2] - The market structure of derivative investments was discussed, focusing on the NAFMII, SAC, and ISDA agreement systems, with examples of efficient applications of cross-border capital tools [2] - In the first half of 2025, ten listed companies in the Xiamen area completed mergers and acquisitions, involving a total amount of 1.755 billion yuan [2]

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Overweight," indicating that the industry is expected to outperform the overall market [12]. Core Insights - The report highlights the rapid growth of AI applications, particularly in programming, recommendation, and creative generation, with Chinese companies focusing on emotional consumption and overseas expansion to drive revenue [5]. - Tencent is identified as a strong player in AI applications, leveraging its large daily active users (DAU) and rich content ecosystem, with expectations for significant future growth in its advertising and cloud computing segments [5]. - The gaming sector is noted for its potential, with Tencent's game "Delta Action" exceeding expectations in DAU, and the value of game IP, especially female-oriented games, remains underappreciated by the market [5]. - The report emphasizes the importance of AI in enhancing advertising efficiency and revenue generation, particularly for companies with untapped traffic potential [5]. Summary by Sections AI Applications - AI applications are driving growth in various sectors, with significant contributions from programming and creative tools [5]. - Tencent's AI capabilities are expected to enhance its advertising revenue, with a projected growth rate of 20% in Q1 2025 [5]. Gaming Sector - Tencent's "Delta Action" has maintained a strong position in the iOS game sales rankings, indicating robust growth potential [5]. - The report notes that the gaming IP value, particularly for female-targeted games, is not fully recognized by the market, suggesting potential investment opportunities [5]. Key Company Valuations - Tencent's market capitalization is reported at 45,907 million RMB, with projected revenue growth of 11% for 2025 [7]. - Other companies like NetEase and Giant Network are also highlighted, with respective market caps of 6,139 million RMB and 463 million RMB, showing varied growth rates [7].

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the news is the performance and holdings of the Ping An Low Carbon Economy Mixed A fund, which has shown positive growth in recent months and has a significant portion of its assets allocated to top-performing stocks [1][3]. - As of July 23, 2025, the latest net value of the Ping An Low Carbon Economy Mixed A fund is 1.0878 yuan, reflecting a growth of 1.04%. The fund has achieved a return of 5.83% over the past month, 18.07% over the past six months, and 17.20% year-to-date [1]. - The fund's top ten stock holdings account for a total of 68.78%, with notable investments in companies such as Gigabyte (9.02%), Gree Electric Appliances (8.50%), and Xpeng Motors (8.33%) [1]. Group 2 - The Ping An Low Carbon Economy Mixed A fund was established on August 10, 2020, and as of June 30, 2025, it has a total scale of 1.427 billion yuan, managed by fund manager He Jie [1]. - He Jie has a background in finance, holding a master's degree from the University of Augsburg in Germany, and has held various positions in investment management and research prior to joining Ping An Fund Management Company in August 2021 [2].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Positive" investment rating for the media industry [1] Core Insights - The media industry continues to show high growth potential, particularly in gaming, offline entertainment, and AI applications. The report emphasizes the importance of investing in these sectors to capitalize on ongoing trends [4][5] Industry Data Overview - The game "Delta Force" ranks first on the iOS free chart in mainland China, while "Honor of Kings" holds the top position on the iOS revenue chart as of July 19, 2025 [12][14] - The film "Jurassic World: Rebirth" achieved the highest box office revenue for the week [12] Gaming Sector - The gaming sector is experiencing a new product cycle, with companies like Xindong and Youyi Time reporting positive earnings forecasts for H1 2025, driven by new game launches and improved profit margins [4] - The report recommends focusing on high-potential gaming companies such as Xindong, Giant Network, and Perfect World [4] Online Music Sector - The online music market has significant growth potential, especially among younger users. The report highlights the increasing user base and potential for higher ARPU compared to international platforms like Spotify [4] Concert and Live Events - The concert industry is expected to maintain high growth, with a reported 78% year-on-year increase in box office revenue for large concerts in 2024 [4] Domestic Animation - The domestic animation sector is thriving, with successful releases like "The Legend of Luo Xiaohei 2" and upcoming events such as ChinaJoy 2025 expected to drive consumer engagement and spending [4] AI Applications - Recent advancements in AI, including the release of new models and applications, are anticipated to accelerate commercialization in various sectors, including AI companionship, creation, and marketing [5] Company Performance - The report highlights key companies in the gaming and entertainment sectors, recommending specific stocks based on their performance and market position [4][5]

Group 1 - The report highlights two main investment themes for 2025: 1) Accelerated AI application deployment and the continuous expansion of Agent capabilities, impacting industries such as marketing, e-commerce, education, film, and gaming, while also focusing on opportunities in AI toys and hardware [4][12] - The IP derivative products sector is entering a high-speed development phase, with spiritual and self-consumption becoming long-term growth points for consumption. The report is optimistic about high-quality domestic IPs expanding online content and offline physical derivatives to enhance their influence and open up commercialization opportunities [4][12] Group 2 - In the AI sector, the report notes that the application capabilities of Agents are continuously expanding, with significant advancements in model performance and multi-modal capabilities. OpenAI's o3 model and Google's Veo3 are leading the way in this evolution, while domestic models are narrowing the gap with international leaders [10][17][19] - The report emphasizes the rise of spiritual consumption and the expansion of the IP derivative products market, with companies like Pop Mart and MiHoYo successfully leveraging their IPs for international expansion and revenue growth [11][54][60] Group 3 - The report identifies key companies to watch, including Pop Mart, Light Media, Giant Network, Kunlun Wanwei, and others, which are expected to benefit from the trends in AI applications and IP derivatives [12] - The report also discusses the increasing commercialization of AI applications, with companies like Kuaishou's Keling and Meitu seeing significant revenue growth driven by their AI capabilities [44][47] Group 4 - The report outlines the importance of IP as a new production factor, reshaping the consumer sector and enabling companies to expand their revenue streams through effective IP management and commercialization strategies [52][60] - The analysis indicates that the market for IP derivative products is expected to grow significantly, with projections for the Chinese pan-entertainment product market reaching 335.8 billion yuan by 2029 [54][59]

Group 1 - The A-share gaming sector experienced an initial rise, with Baotong Technology increasing by over 6% [1] - Other companies in the sector, including Giant Network, G-bits, Perfect World, Glacier Network, and Kaiying Network, also saw gains [1]

Investment Ratings - The report maintains an "Overweight" (OW) rating on 37IE, an "Equal Weight" (EW) rating on G-bits, and an "Equal Weight" (EW) rating on Perfect World [1][3][4]. Core Insights - China's game industry has experienced high-teens percentage revenue growth year-to-date, surpassing the previous year's growth of 8%, indicating improved demand despite macroeconomic challenges [2]. - The report highlights successful new game releases and the stabilization of evergreen games as key factors driving the rebound in performance for 37IE, G-bits, and Perfect World [2][10]. Summary by Company 37IE - The price target is set at Rmb23.00, reflecting a 15x 2026 estimated P/E ratio, with an attractive 6% dividend yield [3][17]. - Anticipated revenue growth is supported by new titles such as "Soul Land," expected to generate Rmb300-500 million in its first month and Rmb1.5-2 billion overall in 2025 [16][17]. - The company has a robust pipeline with over 40 self-developed and licensed games, indicating sustained growth momentum [16][34]. Perfect World - The price target is raised to Rmb16.30, based on an 18x 2026 estimated P/E ratio, reflecting strong growth expectations driven by the anticipated title "Neverness to Everness" [4][29]. - The company is expected to see an 18% year-over-year revenue growth in 2025, with significant contributions from new titles [28][32]. - The release of "Zhuxian 2" on August 7 is also expected to be a key growth driver [4][31]. G-bits - The price target is increased to Rmb330, derived from a 15x 2026 estimated P/E ratio, reflecting a busy 2025 but a slower 2026 due to a weaker pipeline [5][22]. - Revenue growth is projected at 22% and 29% quarter-over-quarter and year-over-year in 2Q25, driven by new titles [20][22]. - The company is expected to experience alternating busy and slow product years, with 2025 being particularly strong [18][22].