Core Insights - The engineering consulting services sector saw a slight increase of 0.29% on November 4, with Zhaobiao Co. leading the gains [1] - The Shanghai Composite Index closed at 3960.19, down 0.41%, while the Shenzhen Component Index closed at 13175.22, down 1.71% [1] Stock Performance - Zhaobiao Co. (301136) closed at 15.34, up 20.03% with a trading volume of 483,500 shares and a transaction value of 695 million [1] - Jianfa Heceng (603909) closed at 13.00, up 4.75% with a trading volume of 211,900 shares and a transaction value of 271 million [1] - Huajian Group (600629) closed at 24.01, up 2.52% with a trading volume of 796,400 shares and a transaction value of 1.9 billion [1] - Sujiao Ke (300284) closed at 8.65, up 2.25% with a trading volume of 128,060 shares and a transaction value of 241 million [1] Capital Flow - The engineering consulting services sector experienced a net outflow of 352 million from institutional investors, while retail investors saw a net inflow of 292 million [2] - The sector's overall capital flow indicates a mixed sentiment, with institutional investors withdrawing funds while retail investors are actively buying [2][3]

Core Insights - Jianfa Hecheng's stock price increased by 5.64% to 13.11 CNY per share, with a trading volume of 137 million CNY and a turnover rate of 4.15%, resulting in a total market capitalization of 3.417 billion CNY [1] Company Overview - Jianfa Hecheng Engineering Consulting Co., Ltd. is located in Xiamen, Fujian Province, established on October 11, 1995, and listed on June 28, 2016 [1] - The company's main business includes design and engineering management services, testing services, operation and maintenance services, and construction [1] - The revenue composition is as follows: engineering construction accounts for 91.74%, while engineering consulting contributes 8.74% [1] Fund Holdings - Zhongjia Fund has a significant holding in Jianfa Hecheng, with the Zhongjia Zijin Mixed A Fund (005373) holding 25,300 shares, representing 0.85% of the fund's net value, making it the sixth-largest holding [2] - The Zhongjia Zijin Mixed A Fund was established on April 4, 2018, with a latest scale of 20.3651 million CNY [2] - Year-to-date return for the fund is 45.28%, ranking 1374 out of 8150 in its category; the one-year return is 49.11%, ranking 1117 out of 8043; and since inception, the return is 97.65% [2] - The fund manager, Lin Muchen, has been in position for 2 years and 193 days, with total assets under management of 911 million CNY [2]

Group 1 - Infrastructure investment growth has narrowed year-on-year, with the construction sector underperforming the broader market. Fixed asset investment from January to September 2025 decreased by 0.5% year-on-year, while infrastructure investment increased by 3.34%, a decline of 2.08 percentage points compared to the previous period. The construction industry's new contract value was 21.30 trillion yuan, down 4.6% year-on-year, with a significant slowdown in new orders due to local fiscal pressures [3][19][23] - The eight major state-owned enterprises (SOEs) maintained stable new contract signings, but there was an increase in corporate differentiation. The overall revenue growth of these SOEs decreased by 4.4% year-on-year, and net profit attributable to shareholders fell by 7.5% due to various pressures including slowing infrastructure investment and prolonged repayment cycles [4][49] - Recommended investment themes include overseas construction, urban renewal, digital construction, power engineering, and debt resolution. The overseas contracting business completed a total of 122.33 billion USD from January to September 2025, an increase of 11.4% year-on-year, with "Belt and Road" countries being the primary target [5][76][82] Group 2 - The construction sector's overall performance was weaker than the market, with the construction decoration index rising by 9.4% from early 2025 to October 29, underperforming the broader indices such as the Wind All A Index (+28.4%) and the CSI 300 Index (+20.7%) [23][27] - The construction sector's allocation ratio was 0.62% in Q3 2025, which is 0.94 percentage points lower than the industry standard allocation ratio. The total market value of public fund holdings in the construction sector decreased by 4.2% [35][39] - The eight major SOEs saw a decrease in their allocation ratios, with the top five holdings accounting for only 10.0% of the construction sector, indicating a lower concentration of holdings [39][41]

Investment Rating - The report suggests a cautious outlook on the construction industry, recommending state-owned enterprises such as China Chemical, China Railway, and China Railway Construction, while also highlighting private companies like Zhizhi New Materials and Honglu Steel Structure as potential investment opportunities [3][12][14]. Core Insights - The construction industry is currently experiencing weak overall demand, but regional investments may gain momentum as national strategies are implemented [3][12]. - The report emphasizes the importance of modernizing infrastructure and upgrading key industries to enhance global competitiveness [3][10]. - Significant growth has been observed in specific sub-sectors, particularly in private infrastructure companies, which have shown substantial year-to-date gains [3][6]. Industry Performance - The SW Construction Decoration Index decreased by 1.49%, underperforming compared to major indices such as the Shanghai Composite Index, which increased by 0.11% [4][6]. - The best-performing sub-sectors for the week included Professional Engineering (+2.08%) and Decorative Curtain Walls (+1.39%) [4][6]. - Year-to-date, the private infrastructure sector has seen a remarkable increase of 67.91%, with individual companies like Chengbang Co. and Dongyi Risheng achieving gains of 182.55% and 182.38%, respectively [3][6]. Key Company Updates - Sichuan Road and Bridge reported a revenue increase of 1.95% and a net profit increase of 11.04% for the first three quarters of 2025 [12][14]. - Jianfa Hecheng experienced a revenue growth of 10.55% and a net profit increase of 21.2% during the same period [13][14]. - Notable changes in other companies include Xinjiang Jiaojian with a revenue increase of 38.58% and a net profit increase of 147.73% [14]. Market Trends - The report highlights the government's focus on constructing a modern industrial system and enhancing the competitiveness of key industries, including construction [10][11]. - The Ministry of Housing and Urban-Rural Development reported that 24,300 urban old residential communities were newly started or renovated from January to September 2025 [11][12]. - The report notes that the construction sector's fixed asset investment reached 2.6 trillion yuan in the first three quarters of 2025, reflecting a year-on-year decline of 4.17% [11].

Core Viewpoint - The engineering consulting services sector experienced a decline of 0.31% on October 29, with Jianfa Hecheng leading the drop. Meanwhile, the Shanghai Composite Index rose by 0.7% and the Shenzhen Component Index increased by 1.95% [1]. Group 1: Market Performance - The engineering consulting services sector saw a mixed performance among individual stocks, with notable gainers including: - Laituchuanxie (300492) up by 7.75% closing at 71.72 with a trading volume of 27,700 lots and a transaction value of 191 million [1]. - Qingju Technology (920208) increased by 4.13% to 27.47 with a trading volume of 27,400 lots and a transaction value of 72.51 million [1]. - Conversely, Jianfa Hecheng (603909) led the decline, falling by 5.24% to 11.39 with a trading volume of 135,700 lots and a transaction value of 155 million [2]. Group 2: Capital Flow - The engineering consulting services sector experienced a net outflow of 267 million from institutional investors, while retail investors saw a net inflow of 285 million [2][3]. - Specific stocks with significant capital flow include: - Zhongliang Kegong (301058) with a net outflow of 26.64 million from institutional investors [3]. - Huatu Shanding (300492) had a net inflow of 21.23 million from institutional investors [3].

Core Insights - The company achieved a revenue of 5.207 billion yuan in the first three quarters of 2025, representing a year-on-year growth of 10.55% [1] - The net profit attributable to shareholders was 77 million yuan, with a year-on-year increase of 21.20% [1] - The company experienced a slight decline in profitability, with a comprehensive gross margin of 5.23%, down 0.20 percentage points year-on-year [2] Revenue and Profitability - The company's revenue in Q3 was 1.814 billion yuan, showing a year-on-year growth of 16.37%, primarily driven by the expansion of construction business scale [2] - The net profit margin for the first three quarters was 1.47%, an increase of 0.13 percentage points year-on-year, while the net profit margin after deducting non-recurring items was 1.37%, also up by 0.13 percentage points [2] Cash Flow and Financial Health - The net cash inflow from operating activities for the first three quarters was 67 million yuan, a decrease of 54 million yuan year-on-year, with a cash collection rate of 90.49%, up 4.30 percentage points [3] - The company's asset-liability ratio increased by 5.15 percentage points year-on-year to 76.96%, while the accounts receivable turnover days decreased by 3.17 days to 53.94 days [3] Business Expansion and Contracts - The company signed new contracts worth 10.747 billion yuan in the first three quarters, a significant year-on-year increase of 125.48%, with the construction business showing a remarkable growth of 149.57% in new contracts [4] - The company actively expanded its land acquisition, totaling 40.8 billion yuan in the first nine months of 2025, a year-on-year increase of 3.6% [3] Strategic Initiatives - The company is focusing on enhancing its main business through capital operations and strategic acquisitions, as highlighted in the 2024 annual shareholder meeting [4] - The Xiamen State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission's emphasis on value management may accelerate the company's main business transformation and upgrade [4]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" and is maintained [8] Core Insights - The company achieved an operating revenue of 5.207 billion yuan in the first three quarters, representing a year-on-year growth of 10.55%. The net profit attributable to shareholders was 77 million yuan, up 21.20% year-on-year, while the net profit after deducting non-recurring items was 71 million yuan, reflecting a growth of 22.10% year-on-year [5][12] Financial Performance - In Q3 alone, the company recorded an operating revenue of 1.814 billion yuan, which is a 16.37% increase year-on-year. The growth in revenue is primarily attributed to the expansion of construction business scale [12] - The overall gross profit margin for the first three quarters was 5.23%, a slight decrease of 0.20 percentage points year-on-year. The expense ratio decreased by 0.17 percentage points to 2.46% [12] - The net profit margin attributable to shareholders was 1.47%, an increase of 0.13 percentage points year-on-year, while the net profit margin after deducting non-recurring items was 1.37%, also up by 0.13 percentage points [12] Cash Flow and Debt - The company faced cash flow pressure, with a net cash inflow from operating activities of 67 million yuan, which is a decrease of 54 million yuan year-on-year. The cash collection ratio was 90.49%, an increase of 4.30 percentage points year-on-year [12] - The asset-liability ratio increased by 5.15 percentage points to 76.96% [12] Business Expansion - The company maintained an active land acquisition strategy, with a total land acquisition amount of 40.8 billion yuan in the first nine months, representing a year-on-year increase of 3.6% [12] - The new contract amount signed in the first three quarters reached 10.747 billion yuan, a significant year-on-year increase of 125.48%, driven by the strong performance of the engineering construction business [12] Market Positioning - The company is expanding its business into key economic regions such as the Greater Bay Area, Yangtze River Delta, Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei, Sichuan-Chongqing, and Central China [12] - The company is focusing on capital operations to enhance its main business and is looking for complementary enterprises or assets for mergers and acquisitions [12]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" (maintained) [1] Core Insights - The company has shown stable growth in revenue and profit, with an improvement in net profit margin [1] - For the first three quarters of 2025, the company reported a revenue of 5.207 billion, a year-on-year increase of 10.55%, and a net profit of 0.77 billion, a year-on-year increase of 21.20% [6] - The company is expected to maintain its profit forecast for 2025-2027, with projected net profits of 1.22 billion, 1.40 billion, and 1.60 billion respectively, reflecting year-on-year growth rates of 27.4%, 14.7%, and 14.3% [6] Financial Data Summary - Total revenue for 2025 is estimated at 9.371 billion, with a year-on-year growth rate of 41.8% [5] - The gross profit margin is projected to be 5.1% for 2025, with a return on equity (ROE) of 10.5% [5] - The company’s earnings per share (EPS) for 2025 is expected to be 0.47 yuan [5] - The company’s total assets and liabilities ratio stands at 76.96% as of September 30, 2025 [1]

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Overweight" indicating that the industry is expected to outperform the overall market [21]. Core Insights - The construction and decoration sector has shown a weekly increase of 2.91%, with the infrastructure private enterprises leading the performance at +7.55% [3][4]. - The report highlights that the GDP for the first three quarters of 2025 increased by 5.2%, while fixed asset investment decreased by 0.5% year-on-year [10][12]. - The "14th Five-Year Plan" emphasizes expanding high-level opening-up and optimizing regional economic layout, which is expected to provide significant elasticity to regional investments [10][12]. Summary by Sections 1. Market Performance - The construction sector outperformed the Shanghai Composite Index, with a weekly increase of 2.91% [4]. - The best-performing sub-sectors for the week were infrastructure private enterprises (+7.55%), decorative curtain walls (+7.00%), and infrastructure state-owned enterprises (+4.78%) [6][9]. 2. Industry Changes - The National Bureau of Statistics reported a year-on-year GDP growth of 5.2% for the first three quarters of 2025, with fixed asset investment down by 0.5% [10][12]. - Infrastructure investment (including all categories) grew by 3.3%, while real estate investment saw a significant decline of 13.9% [10][12]. 3. Key Company Updates - Jianfa Hecheng reported a revenue increase of 10.55% year-on-year and a net profit increase of 21.2% for the first three quarters of 2025 [12][14]. - Zhongyan Dadi won a procurement project worth 77.98 million yuan, accounting for 9.77% of its 2024 revenue [12][14]. - Anhui Construction won a project for the Yangzhou to Huainan expressway with a total value of 620 million yuan, representing 0.64% of its 2024 revenue [13][14]. 4. Investment Recommendations - The report recommends state-owned enterprises such as China Chemical, China Railway, and China Railway Construction due to their low valuations [3][12]. - It also suggests focusing on private enterprises like Zhizhi New Materials and Honglu Steel Structure, as well as international engineering firms like China Steel International and China Materials International [3][12].

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Overweight" indicating a positive outlook for the sector compared to the overall market performance [4][26]. Core Insights - The report highlights a week-on-week increase in the SW Construction Decoration Index by 2.91%, with the infrastructure private enterprises sector showing the best performance at +7.55% [4][5]. - Key macroeconomic indicators include a GDP growth of +5.2% year-on-year for the first three quarters and a decline in real estate investment by -13.9% [12][14]. - The report emphasizes the potential for regional investments to gain traction as national strategic layouts deepen, suggesting that state-owned enterprises are currently undervalued [4][12]. Summary by Sections 1. Market Performance - The construction industry saw a weekly increase of +2.91%, outperforming the Shanghai Composite Index which rose by +2.88% [5][6]. - The top three sub-sectors for weekly gains were infrastructure private enterprises (+7.55%), decorative curtain walls (+7.00%), and infrastructure state-owned enterprises (+4.78%) [7][10]. 2. Industry Changes - Major changes reported include the approval of the "14th Five-Year Plan" which emphasizes high-level opening-up and optimization of regional economic layouts [12][14]. - Fixed asset investment for January to September 2025 showed a cumulative year-on-year decline of -0.5%, while infrastructure investment (including electricity) grew by +3.3% [12][14]. 3. Key Company Updates - Key companies reported significant changes, such as Jianfa Hecheng with a revenue increase of +10.55% and net profit growth of +21.2% for the first three quarters of 2025 [14][17]. - Zhongyan Dadi won contracts totaling 77.98 million yuan, representing 9.77% and 9.40% of its projected 2024 revenue from two major projects [14][17]. 4. Investment Recommendations - The report recommends state-owned enterprises like China Chemical, China Railway, and China Railway Construction, while also highlighting private companies such as Zhizhi New Materials and Honglu Steel Structure as potential investment opportunities [4][12].