Core Insights - The year 2025 is a significant turning point for joint venture automakers in their electrification transformation, with models like Nissan N7 and GAC Toyota's Aion S3 making notable market impacts [1][30] - GAC Toyota's Aion S3 has achieved impressive sales, surpassing 70,000 units in its first year and becoming the "joint venture pure electric sales champion" [1][30] Group 1: Product Performance and Market Positioning - Aion S3's aggressive configuration, including a price point of 150,000 RMB with lidar and high-level intelligent driving, challenges the stereotype that joint venture brands lack intelligence [3][32] - The upcoming Aion S7 aims to penetrate the mid-to-high-end market segment priced around 200,000 RMB, focusing on brand premium in the electrification era [4][33] Group 2: Design and Features - Aion S7 features a minimalist front design and a lower visual center of gravity, enhancing its technological appeal with a new lighting design [6][35] - The vehicle dimensions of Aion S7 are 5130mm in length, 1965mm in width, and 1500mm in height, with a wheelbase of 3020mm, positioning it closer to executive sedan standards [8][37] Group 3: Technological Advancements - Aion S7 incorporates Huawei's HarmonyOS 5.0, marking a shift from traditional functionality to a more intelligent user experience, supporting over 50 Harmony applications and 50,000 mobile applications [12][42] - The vehicle introduces a universal model (MoLA) for navigation and vehicle control, allowing for a more interactive user experience and integration with Xiaomi's ecosystem for smart home control [15][44] Group 4: Safety and Performance - Aion S7 continues the path of Aion S3 by utilizing the Momenta R6 high-level solution and lidar for intelligent driving, adhering to Toyota's TSS safety standards [18][47] - The powertrain features a dual-motor system with a maximum power of 207kW and a top speed of 180 km/h, with battery options of 88.13kWh and 71.35kWh offering ranges of up to 710km and 600km respectively [20][49] Group 5: Strategic Goals and Market Ambitions - GAC Toyota aims for ambitious targets, projecting that by 2026, new energy vehicle sales will exceed 20%, and by 2028, they will achieve a production and sales target of one million units [25][55] - The success of Aion S3 sets a positive precedent, but Aion S7 faces the challenge of not only contributing to sales but also enhancing brand perception in the competitive landscape [29][57]

Core Viewpoint - Weichai Power is making significant advancements in the SOFC (Solid Oxide Fuel Cell) sector, having developed core technologies in batteries, stacks, systems, and power stations, which positions the company for future commercial success [1] Group 1: Technological Advancements - The company has launched a new generation of high-power metal-supported commercial products, showcasing significant improvements in power generation efficiency, volume power density, start-stop cycles, and startup speed [1] - Weichai Power has established intention to cooperate with several leading domestic and international enterprises, laying the groundwork for large-scale commercialization [1]

Group 1: SOFC Business Development - The company is continuously deepening its SOFC (Solid Oxide Fuel Cell) business through technological innovations and market deployment, aiming to drive the development of this strategic emerging business [2] - In November 2025, the company signed a technology licensing agreement with Xilius for battery stack technology, enabling full mastery of core technologies related to batteries, stacks, systems, and power stations [2] - The company has launched a new generation of high-power metal-supported commercial products, achieving significant improvements in power generation efficiency, power density, start-up speed, and operational cycles, establishing a foundation for large-scale commercialization [3] Group 2: Data Center Business Progress - The rapid iteration of AI technology is accelerating the construction of computing power infrastructure, which is driving a significant expansion in the data center power equipment market and increasing demand for high-end engines [4] - The company has established a comprehensive energy solution capability through various technological routes and has successfully completed project deliveries in multiple domestic and international regions, with increasing market recognition [4] Group 3: New Energy Powertrain Layout - The company is accelerating its layout in new business areas, including pure electric power systems, fuel cells, and hybrid technologies, to flexibly respond to diverse market demands across different regions and applications [5] - Future strategies will focus on seizing opportunities in the new energy sector, leveraging the group's full industrial chain advantages to promote rapid development of new energy businesses [5] Group 4: Shareholder Return Outlook - The company is optimizing its profit structure and enhancing its performance and long-term competitiveness while actively increasing shareholder returns through frequent and high cash dividends and share buybacks [6] - Future shareholder return policies will consider various shareholder expectations and market conditions, maintaining a proactive and stable approach to enhance the company's investment value [6]

Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. Core Viewpoints of the Report - The Yaxia Hydropower Project, with an expected investment of over RMB 2 trillion, will significantly boost the demand for high - end and large - scale construction machinery, serving as a key investment catalyst for the construction machinery industry [1][5][7] - The 14th Five - Year Plan sets the tone for the industry, promoting original innovation and the development of strategic emerging industries. The equipment replacement demand in the machinery industry is expected to be gradually released, benefiting cyclical sectors such as construction machinery [1][12] - China's construction machinery export data has been growing rapidly. The Chinese market is at a cyclical inflection point, and exports are expected to rise from $234 billion in 2024 to $570 billion in 2030. Domestic companies' overseas revenue has increased significantly [1][17][22] - The CSI Construction Machinery Theme Index allows for one - click allocation of core construction machinery assets. It has high long - term returns, high volatility, and significant event - driven characteristics. The performance of its constituent stocks is expected to continue to improve [1][34][56] - The Huaxia CSI Construction Machinery ETF closely tracks the CSI Construction Machinery Theme Index, aiming to minimize tracking deviation and error [1][68] Summary by Directory 1. The 14th Five - Year Plan Sets the Tone for the Industry, and Domestic Brands Accelerate Overseas Expansion 1.1 The Yaxia Hydropower Project Starts, and Trillion - Dollar Investment Creates a Century - Long Project - The Yaxia Hydropower Project officially started in 2025. Its construction plan can be traced back to 2007, and it entered the implementation phase in 2024 [5] - Compared with the Three Gorges Project, the Yaxia Hydropower Project may have a dynamic investment of over RMB 2 trillion, and most of the investment will be used for power station construction and power transmission projects [7][9] 1.2 The 14th Five - Year Plan Sets the Tone for the Industry, and the Domestic and Overseas Sales of Excavators Continue to Improve Synchronously - The 14th Five - Year Plan emphasizes original innovation and the development of strategic emerging industries. The equipment replacement demand in the machinery industry is expected to be released, benefiting cyclical sectors [12] - In November 2025, the sales of various excavators reached 20,027 units, a year - on - year increase of 13.90%. Domestic sales increased by 9.11% year - on - year, and exports increased by 18.84% year - on - year, indicating the recovery of the industry [13] 1.3 The Global Construction Machinery Market is Vast, and China's Export Data Shows High Growth - The global construction machinery market is expected to grow from $213.5 billion in 2024 to $296.1 billion in 2030. The Chinese market is at a cyclical inflection point, expected to rise from $234 billion in 2024 to $570 billion in 2030 [17] - The global excavator market is expected to reach $92.8 billion in 2030. In China, excavators will lead the industry recovery with a growth rate of 16.8% [17] - Overseas markets account for nearly 90% of the global construction machinery market. China's construction machinery export volume has increased from $18.894 billion in 2020 to $52.829 billion in 2024, with a CAGR of 29.33% [22] 1.4 The Construction Machinery Cycle Reaches the Bottom and Rebounds, and Domestic Brands Accelerate Overseas Expansion - The excavator industry has experienced two cycles and is now in a new upward cycle. In 2024, the annual sales volume increased by 3.1% year - on - year, and from January to November 2025, the growth rate expanded to 16.7% [24] - The overseas revenue of the four major domestic construction machinery manufacturers has increased significantly. In 2024, the overseas revenue ratios of Sany Heavy Industry and Zoomlion exceeded 50% [27] - International giants still dominate the global market. Chinese construction machinery manufacturers such as XCMG, Sany Heavy Industry, and Zoomlion still have room for improvement in global market share [29] 2. The CSI Construction Machinery Theme Index: One - Click Allocation of Core Construction Machinery Assets 2.1 Index Compilation: Selecting Core Leaders in the Construction Machinery Industry - The CSI Construction Machinery Theme Index was released on September 27, 2021, with a base date of June 30, 2016. It selects 50 representative listed companies in the construction machinery field as samples to reflect the overall performance of construction machinery - related stocks [34] - The index samples are adjusted semi - annually, on the next trading day after the second Friday of June and December each year [36] 2.2 Industry Market Value Characteristics: High Concentration in the Construction Machinery Sector, with Market Value Structure Dominated by Leading Companies - As of January 6, 2026, the index has 50 constituent stocks, with an average total market value of RMB 28.131 billion. Five stocks have a market value of over RMB 100 billion [37] - The top ten constituent stocks of the index account for 72.55% of the total weight. The top three stocks by weight are XCMG, Sany Heavy Industry, and Weichai Power [43] - The index focuses on the construction machinery, auto parts, and special equipment sectors, with a combined proportion of over 87%. The construction machinery industry has the highest weight, at 61.99% [46] 2.3 High Elasticity, Offensive Nature, and Long - Term Allocation Value - In the rising market, the CSI Construction Machinery Index has strong explosive power. For example, from January 31 to April 19, 2019, its cumulative return was 44.07%, significantly higher than that of broad - based indices [50] - Since the base date, the cumulative return of the index has reached 153.95%, and the annualized return is 10.60%, far exceeding that of major broad - based indices. It has high volatility and a large maximum drawdown, indicating its high - elasticity offensive characteristics [56] - The index shows a pattern of leading in the up - cycle and adjusting in the down - cycle. In 2019 and 2025, its annual returns were significantly higher than those of broad - based indices [62] 2.4 High - Level Operation Supported by Positive Expectations, Highlighting the Attention of Sector Allocation - As of January 5, 2026, the P/E ratio of the CSI Construction Machinery Index was 24.13, with a historical quantile of 79.59%, and the P/B ratio was 2.26, with a historical quantile of 94.49%. The valuation is at a relatively high level [65] - The market's positive expectations for the industry have been reflected in the valuation, highlighting the long - term certainty of sector allocation [65] 3. Huaxia CSI Construction Machinery ETF - The Huaxia CSI Construction Machinery ETF (fund code: 515970) closely tracks the CSI Construction Machinery Theme Index, aiming to minimize tracking deviation and error. It started raising funds on January 19, 2026, and ended on January 30, 2026, with Wang Xinwei as the fund manager [68]

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Buy" [2] Core Insights - The report emphasizes new opportunities in the AI equipment industry, particularly focusing on reciprocating internal combustion engines and modified aviation engines as potential growth areas [5] - The report highlights the urgent need for new power supply methods in the U.S. due to a projected electricity gap of 63 GW by 2028, driven by slow growth in existing power installations and the retirement of aging units [5] - The demand for gas turbines is increasing, with extended lead times for orders, indicating a shift towards alternative power generation methods [5] Summary by Sections Reciprocating Internal Combustion Engines - These engines are noted for their low-load, high-efficiency capabilities and a relatively relaxed supply chain, supporting various fuels such as natural gas, hydrogen, and biomass [5] - The power output range for these engines is between 200 kW and 10 MW, with major global suppliers including Caterpillar, Cummins, and Wärtsilä [5] Modified Aviation Engines - The report discusses the potential for retired aviation engines to be repurposed, with a significant increase in orders for modifications expected [5] - FTAI Aviation plans to convert the CFM56 engine into a 25 MW power turbine, aiming for an annual production of over 100 units starting in 2026 [5] Investment Recommendations - The report recommends investing in Jerry Holdings due to the potential for increased engine resources from reciprocating internal combustion engines and modified aviation engines [5] - It also suggests monitoring potential suppliers such as Weichai Heavy Machinery and China Power [5]

Group 1 - The core point of the article is that Weichai Power Co., Ltd. and Weifang Weichai Power Technology Co., Ltd. have obtained a patent for a method, device, storage medium, and electronic equipment for gas engine emission control, with the patent announcement number CN116753079B and application date of June 2023 [1] Group 2 - Weichai Power Co., Ltd. was established in 2002, located in Weifang City, and primarily engages in the automotive manufacturing industry, with a registered capital of 87,156.71296 million RMB [1] - The company has invested in 64 enterprises, participated in 5,000 bidding projects, has 740 trademark records, and holds 5,000 patent records, along with 778 administrative licenses [1] Group 3 - Weifang Weichai Power Technology Co., Ltd. was established in 2017, also located in Weifang City, focusing on research and experimental development, with a registered capital of 17,600 million RMB [1] - The company has participated in 6 bidding projects, holds 879 patent records, and has 3 administrative licenses [1]

Investment Highlights - The passenger car sector is expected to see a recovery in Q1 2026 due to the implementation of subsidy policies, with a focus on high-end electric vehicles that are less sensitive to policy changes, such as Jianghuai Automobile, Geely, Great Wall Motors, BAIC Blue Valley, Seres, and Li Auto [2][7] - For exports, priority should be given to leading companies with established overseas systems and proven execution capabilities, including BYD, Great Wall Motors, Chery, Leap Motor, Xpeng, SAIC Motor, and Changan Automobile [2][7] Heavy Truck Sector - In 2025, wholesale heavy truck sales reached 1.144 million units, up 26.8% year-on-year, with domestic sales of 799,000 units, up 32.8%, and exports of 341,000 units, up 17.2% [3][37] - The expected domestic sales for heavy trucks in 2026 is optimistic, projected at 800,000 to 850,000 units, a 3% increase year-on-year [3][37] - Recommended leading heavy truck companies include China National Heavy Duty Truck Group, Weichai Power, Foton Motor, FAW Jiefang, and CIMC Vehicles [3][37] Bus Sector - The implementation of the vehicle replacement policy in 2026 is slightly better than expected, with bus sales in 2025 projected at 38,000 units, a 25% increase year-on-year [3][37] - For 2026, bus sales are expected to grow to 40,000 units, a 5% increase year-on-year, supported by the number of buses over eight years old that need replacement [3][37] - Recommended leading bus companies include Yutong Bus, King Long Motor, and Zhongtong Bus [3][37] Motorcycle Sector - The motorcycle industry is projected to achieve total sales of 19.38 million units in 2026, a 14% increase year-on-year, with large-displacement motorcycles expected to reach 1.26 million units, a 31% increase [4][34] - Domestic sales of large-displacement motorcycles are expected to grow slightly to 430,000 units in 2026, a 5% increase year-on-year, while exports are projected to reach 830,000 units, a 50% increase [4][34] - Recommended leading motorcycle companies include Chunfeng Power and Longxin General [4][34]

Core Insights - Xiamen Xiang'an International Airport is a significant project under China's 14th Five-Year Plan, expected to commence operations by the end of 2026 [1][12] - Weichai has successfully implemented a customized emergency power supply system for the airport, which includes 25 units of Weichai M33/M55 series generators [3][8] Group 1: Project Overview - The airport is nearing completion and is classified as a 4F-level modern air transport hub [1][3] - The emergency power system is crucial for ensuring stable electricity supply to key areas such as the baggage handling system, terminal operation control center, hotels, and cargo stations [3][8] Group 2: Company and Product Insights - Weichai's M33/M55 series generators are recognized for their reliability and have been selected as the emergency power solution for the airport [6][11] - This deployment highlights Weichai's commitment to supporting major national infrastructure projects and showcases its role in the transportation sector [6][11] - Weichai aims to leverage its core technological advantages and integrate resources across its entire industrial chain to provide high-end product solutions for global transportation hubs and major infrastructure [6][11]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Recommended" rating for the automotive industry [1] Core Insights - The implementation of the China-Europe electric vehicle price commitment mechanism is expected to stabilize sales expectations for Chinese electric vehicles in Europe and promote the high-end and localized transformation of automakers [5][13] - Multiple provinces have opened applications for the 2026 automotive replacement subsidy, indicating a clear path for local governments to implement the policy [14] - Great Wall Motors has launched the "Guiyuan" platform, which is the world's first native AI all-power platform, designed to support various power forms and enhance development efficiency [6][14] - The report expresses a positive outlook for 2026, highlighting opportunities in the high-end upgrade of domestic brands and the acceleration of smart technology penetration [15][16] Summary by Sections Recent Performance - The automotive sector outperformed the Shanghai Composite Index with a 1-week increase of 0.5% from January 12 to January 16, 2026, while the Shanghai Composite Index decreased by 0.4% [17] - The performance of individual stocks varied, with notable increases in companies like Ideal Auto (+2.4%) and declines in others like Li Auto (-3.5%) [17][23] Key Companies and Earnings Forecast - Key companies recommended include: - Jianghuai Automobile - Leap Motor - Great Wall Motors - BYD - SAIC Motor - China National Heavy Duty Truck [7][8] - Earnings per share (EPS) forecasts for selected companies show growth, with Great Wall Motors expected to reach an EPS of 2.03 in 2026 [8] Industry Indicators - In December 2025, automotive production and sales reached 3.296 million and 3.272 million units, respectively, with a year-on-year decrease of 2.1% and 6.2% [42] - New energy vehicles accounted for approximately 52% of total new vehicle sales, indicating a significant market shift towards electrification [42]

Core Viewpoint - Daiwa has reassessed its A+H share valuation premium strategy, which involves selecting A+H shares with a minimum premium of 10% to construct a monthly A-share investment portfolio, indicating that this strategy typically yields strong returns when the overall A+H premium narrows rapidly [1] Group 1: Investment Strategy Performance - The latest results show that even when the valuation gap widens or the A-share market outperforms the H-share market, the investment strategy has performed well, with cumulative relative returns increasing from approximately 90% to 107.5% over the past two months [1] - The primary drivers of this performance are attributed to the rise in global metal prices and the recent renewal cycle in China's construction machinery sector, benefiting companies such as Luoyang Molybdenum (603993), Zijin Mining (601899), Sany Heavy Industry (600031), and Weichai Power (000338) [1] Group 2: Foreign Investment Trends - There is a sustained interest from overseas investors in Chinese technology companies; however, due to geopolitical concerns, investors generally prefer holding H-shares [1] - It is anticipated that the repatriation of foreign capital will drive the market capitalization of H-shares, which are significantly lower than their A-share counterparts, including Contemporary Amperex Technology (300750), leading to a potential rapid increase in stock prices post dual listing, which may create re-rating opportunities for their A-shares [1]