Group 1 - The core message emphasizes the increasing importance of Chinese enterprises' international operations and their contribution to domestic economic development, highlighting the resilience and potential of the Chinese economy in the face of external pressures [1] - Chinese enterprises are encouraged to enhance their global competitiveness by building strong brands, improving forward-looking strategies, and deepening local market engagement, particularly in Brazil and the broader Latin American market [2] - The government will provide better support and create a favorable environment for overseas Chinese enterprises through enhanced service mechanisms and policies in areas such as financial support, credit insurance, and safety guarantees [1][2] Group 2 - The current international economic landscape is characterized by rising unilateralism and protectionism, presenting both challenges and opportunities for enterprises [2] - Chinese enterprises are urged to comply with local laws and cultural practices while actively engaging in corporate social responsibility to foster a responsible corporate image [2] - Representatives from Chinese enterprises expressed commitment to leveraging their strengths, maintaining compliance, and expanding their business in sectors like finance, energy, agriculture, and technological innovation to strengthen economic ties with Brazil and other Latin American countries [2]

Core Viewpoint - Gree Electric's new subsidy plan for air conditioning installation workers highlights the importance of labor value and corporate responsibility in the manufacturing industry, especially during peak seasons [1][3][8] Group 1: Subsidy Plan Details - Starting June 1, 2025, Gree Electric will provide a subsidy of 20 yuan for each air conditioning unit installed, amounting to an estimated total investment of over 500 million yuan based on annual shipment estimates [1][4] - The subsidy will be directly paid to the installation workers' accounts by the headquarters, ensuring that the cost is not passed on to consumers [1][6] Group 2: Labor Value and Recognition - Installation workers are recognized as essential yet often overlooked members of the supply chain, facing significant physical and safety challenges during high-temperature periods [1][3] - Gree Electric's chairman emphasizes the need to respect and reward these workers, advocating for better working conditions and compensation [3][7] Group 3: Historical Context and Industry Impact - This is not the first time Gree has introduced a subsidy for installation services; previous initiatives included a 100 yuan subsidy per unit from 2016 to 2020 [4][6] - The current subsidy plan is seen as a strategic move in a competitive market, aiming to stabilize service quality and enhance brand resilience [4][7] Group 4: Broader Implications for the Manufacturing Industry - The stability of service chains is increasingly viewed as a key indicator of brand resilience, with installation workers serving as the primary representatives of brands to consumers [7][8] - Gree's initiative reflects a growing recognition within the manufacturing sector of the need for sustainable and equitable practices that support all levels of the supply chain [8]

Industry Performance - The FTSE China A50 Index components showed a mixed performance with the liquor and oil sectors rising, while the banking and automotive sectors experienced varied movements [1][6]. - The liquor industry saw significant market capitalizations with Kweichow Moutai at 1,780.28 billion, Wuliangye at 213.86 billion, and Shanxi Xinghuacun Fen Wine at 468.01 billion [3]. - The oil sector also performed well, with China Petroleum at 1,572.15 billion and China National Offshore Oil at 237.46 billion [3]. Company Highlights - China Pacific Insurance reported a market capitalization of 1,200 billion with a trading volume of 5.62 million [3]. - North Huachuang in the semiconductor sector had a market cap of 239.77 billion, while Cambrian Technology reached 226.87 billion [3]. - Gree Electric Appliances and Haier Smart Home in the home appliance sector had market caps of 262.43 billion and 236.16 billion respectively [4]. Trading Volumes - The trading volume for Kweichow Moutai was 15.53 million, while Wuliangye had 6.50 million [3]. - In the semiconductor sector, North Huachuang had a trading volume of 7.22 million, and Cambrian Technology had 11.30 million [3]. - The trading volume for Gree Electric Appliances was 7.15 million, and Haier Smart Home was 3.24 million [4].

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Outperform the Market" rating for the home appliance industry [5][6][14]. Core Views - The home appliance industry is experiencing robust growth in domestic sales, driven by government subsidies and strong demand for air conditioners and robotic vacuum cleaners, with retail sales growth exceeding 15% in Q2 2025 [2][18]. - Domestic sales of major home appliances showed solid growth in May 2025, while exports faced some pressure, particularly in categories like air conditioners and refrigerators [3][35]. - The U.S. home appliance retail market remains stable despite tariff impacts, with a slight increase in inventory levels [4][41]. Summary by Sections 1. Market Performance - In the first half of 2025, domestic sales of air conditioners, range hoods, gas stoves, and robotic vacuum cleaners saw significant growth, with online and offline retail sales of air conditioners increasing by 23.0% and 15.3% year-on-year, respectively [2][18]. - The overall retail demand for home appliances is strong, with various categories showing positive growth trends [2][18]. 2. Domestic and Export Sales - In May 2025, domestic sales of home appliances such as air conditioners, refrigerators, and washing machines increased by 13.4%, 13.7%, and 15.2% year-on-year, respectively, while exports faced challenges with declines in several categories [3][35]. - The report anticipates that the export of home appliances will continue to face short-term declines, but the long-term growth potential remains strong due to competitive advantages in technology and supply chains [3][35]. 3. U.S. Market Insights - The U.S. home appliance retail sector showed a year-on-year decline of 1.2% in May 2025, with cumulative declines of 1.9% for the year [4][41]. - Inventory levels in U.S. electronic and appliance stores have slightly increased, but the inventory-to-sales ratio remains low, indicating a stable market environment [4][41]. 4. Key Company Recommendations - The report recommends several companies for investment, including Midea Group, Gree Electric Appliances, Haier Smart Home, TCL Smart Home, and Hisense Home Appliances in the white goods sector, and Boss Electric in the kitchen appliances sector [5][6][14].

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No information provided in the content. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - The domestic sales growth of traditional household refrigeration equipment is expected to shift from high - speed to a relatively moderate range, and attention should be paid to factors such as policy impact, raw material costs, and market competition [4][49]. - The overseas expansion potential of domestic household refrigeration equipment enterprises is promising, and emerging markets have broad development prospects [49]. - In the field of dedicated refrigeration equipment, with the development of downstream industries such as data centers, there is a higher demand for the efficiency of refrigeration equipment, and enterprises need to provide comprehensive solutions [41][49]. - Suggest paying attention to industry leaders in the household refrigeration equipment field and domestic companies with rich reserves in data - center refrigeration solutions in the dedicated refrigeration equipment field [49]. 3. Summary According to Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Traditional Household Refrigeration Equipment - **Air Conditioner**: In 2025, the domestic sales of air conditioners maintained a strong trend in the first half of the year, with accelerated shipment growth in the second quarter due to a low base last year and promotional activities. The "trade - in" policy was optimized, with an increased subsidy limit. However, considering the "low - before - high" shipment pattern in 2024, the marginal pulling effect of the "trade - in" policy on short - term shipments may slow down. Attention should be paid to raw material cost changes, and online channels may intensify price competition in segmented markets [4][5]. - **Refrigerator and Freezer**: After relatively rapid growth in 2023 - 2024, the production growth rate of refrigerators and freezers slowed down in 2025. In May 2025, refrigerator production increased by 2.0% year - on - year, with domestic sales increasing by 13.7% and exports decreasing by 6.4%. Freezer production increased by 7.5% year - on - year, with domestic sales and exports increasing by 2.5% and 3.1% respectively. North American exports declined significantly, while African exports grew rapidly. Future production schedules are expected to be adjusted according to market demand and policy changes [23]. 3.2 Comprehensive Leaders and Dedicated Refrigeration Equipment - **Samsung Electronics**: In May 2025, Samsung Electronics acquired the German heating, ventilation, and air - conditioning solutions provider FläktGroup for 1.5 billion euros to strengthen its investment in the HVACR field and enter the data - center refrigeration market [29]. - **Daikin**: In 2023, Daikin acquired the American custom air - handling equipment manufacturer Alliance Air Products to meet the growing demand for data - center cooling solutions. In the fiscal year 2024, Daikin achieved both revenue and profit growth and expects stable profit growth in the fiscal year 2025 [34]. - **Trane Technologies**: The organic revenue of Trane Technologies has been growing for multiple quarters. In the first quarter of the fiscal year 2025, the company's overall organic revenue increased by 11% year - on - year, and the adjusted earnings per share increased by 26% year - on - year. Its commercial HVAC orders in the Americas reached a record high [35]. - **Data Center Refrigeration**: The development of AI and other industries is expected to drive the construction of data centers. By 2025, new and renovated large - scale and super - large - scale data centers are required to reduce their power usage effectiveness (PUE). Efficient refrigeration solutions have become an important R & D direction for relevant enterprises. Different cooling technologies have their own characteristics, and appropriate solutions should be selected according to specific scenarios [41][43]. 3.3 Summary and Investment Suggestions - **Summary**: The traditional household refrigeration equipment industry is facing challenges such as policy changes, cost fluctuations, and market competition, while the dedicated refrigeration equipment industry has opportunities due to the development of downstream industries [49]. - **Investment Suggestions**: In the household refrigeration equipment field, pay attention to industry leaders such as Midea Group, Gree Electric Appliances, and Haier Smart Home, as well as upstream component companies. In the dedicated refrigeration equipment field, focus on domestic companies with rich reserves in data - center refrigeration solutions, such as Invicom and Shenling Environment [49].

Market Performance - The market experienced an upward trend last week, with the CSI Xinhua National Brand Index rising by 1.39% to 1649.96 points [1][2] - The Shanghai Composite Index increased by 1.40%, the Shenzhen Component Index by 1.25%, the ChiNext Index by 1.50%, and the CSI 300 Index by 1.54% [2] Strong Stock Performances - Notable strong performers included Anji Technology, which rose by 7.98%, and WuXi AppTec, which increased by 7.58% [2] - Other significant gainers included Yiling Pharmaceutical, Tiger Med, and AVIC Shenyang Aircraft, all rising over 6% [2] - The overall trend showed many stocks in the index gaining over 1%, indicating broad market strength [2] Year-to-Date Performance - Since the beginning of 2025, notable stock performances include: - Xintai rising by 55.34% - Anji Technology increasing by 45.75% - WuXi AppTec and Marubi both rising over 30% [3] Market Outlook - Analysts from Xing Shi Investment suggest that the market will continue to perform positively due to strong trading sentiment and sector rotation opportunities [4] - The overall risk premium in the A-share market remains at historically low levels, indicating high value [4] - The macroeconomic environment is expected to remain stable, with ongoing domestic policy support and emerging opportunities in sectors like artificial intelligence and new consumption [4][5] Investment Strategy - Wangzheng Asset maintains a strategy focused on "technology blue chips + innovative growth," emphasizing quality of business operations and undervalued stocks in sectors such as internet, electronics, and automotive [5] - The focus is also on high-potential innovative growth sectors as they mature and enter rapid growth phases [5]

Core Insights - The white goods industry in China is experiencing a significant shift towards sustainability, driven by consumer preferences for energy-efficient and environmentally friendly products [1][7] - ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) reporting among listed white goods companies is improving, with an 80% disclosure rate, surpassing the A-share average of 45.7% [1][2] Group 1: ESG Reporting and Ratings - Among the 10 listed white goods companies, 8 have disclosed their 2024 ESG reports, indicating a strong commitment to transparency [1][2] - Companies like Haier, Hisense, and Midea have consistently received high ESG ratings (A or BBB), while some companies remain below CCC, highlighting disparities in ESG management practices [2][3] - The correlation between ESG disclosure levels and ratings suggests that comprehensive reporting enhances a company's ESG assessment [2][3] Group 2: Green Product Initiatives - The industry is witnessing a growing consumer demand for green products, with over 60% of consumers preferring energy-efficient appliances [7][8] - Companies are investing heavily in R&D for green innovations, with leading firms like Midea and Haier each spending over 10 billion yuan on R&D in 2024 [7][8] - The introduction of products with carbon footprint certifications is becoming more common, with Haier and Hisense reporting multiple certified models [8] Group 3: Waste Recycling and Management - The waste recycling system for old appliances is becoming more robust, with companies like Midea and Gree reporting significant volumes of recycled appliances [5][6] - Midea aims to recycle 50 million old appliances by 2030, while Haier and Gree have also set ambitious recycling targets [5][6] - The industry is enhancing its recycling capabilities through partnerships and improved collection services, contributing to resource reuse and environmental sustainability [4][6]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the home appliance industry is "Strongly Recommended" for key companies such as Midea Group, Gree Electric Appliances, Hisense Home Appliances, Supor, and others [2]. Core Insights - The recent trade agreement between the US and Vietnam is expected to benefit companies with production capacity in Vietnam, as tariffs on Vietnamese exports to the US have significantly decreased from 46% to 20% [1]. - The US labor market data indicates a mixed outlook, with a decrease in ADP employment numbers and a slight drop in the unemployment rate, which may increase the probability of a rate cut by the Federal Reserve in September [1]. Industry Scale - The home appliance industry consists of 88 listed companies, with a total market capitalization of 1,835.5 billion and a circulating market capitalization of 1,748.9 billion [3]. Key Company Financials - Midea Group: Market Cap 563.3 billion, 2024 EPS 5.03, 2025 EPS 5.61, 2025 PE 13.1, PB 2.5, Investment Rating: Strongly Recommended [2]. - Gree Electric Appliances: Market Cap 261.8 billion, 2024 EPS 5.75, 2025 EPS 6.25, 2025 PE 7.5, PB 1.8, Investment Rating: Strongly Recommended [2]. - Hisense Home Appliances: Market Cap 36.5 billion, 2024 EPS 2.42, 2025 EPS 2.71, 2025 PE 9.7, PB 2.2, Investment Rating: Strongly Recommended [2]. - Supor: Market Cap 42.0 billion, 2024 EPS 2.80, 2025 EPS 3.03, 2025 PE 17.3, PB 6.1, Investment Rating: Strongly Recommended [2]. - Other companies such as Zhaochi Co., Juxing Technology, and Stone Technology also received a "Strongly Recommended" rating [2]. Market Performance - The absolute performance of the home appliance sector over 1 month, 6 months, and 12 months is 4.9%, 10.1%, and 30.3% respectively, indicating a strong upward trend [5]. - The relative performance against the benchmark index (CSI 300) is 2.0%, 4.6%, and 14.8% for the same periods [5]. Supply Chain and Production Insights - Major appliance manufacturers like Hisense and TCL are primarily sourcing from Mexico and Vietnam, mitigating tariff impacts [6]. - The shift in TV imports to the US shows that Vietnam's share has increased to 36%, while China's has decreased to 5% [8]. - Companies in the smart home sector, such as Stone Technology, are also benefiting from reduced uncertainties in supply chains due to the Vietnam agreement [6]. Future Outlook - The anticipated rate cut by the Federal Reserve is expected to boost demand in the tools market, with a 66% probability of a 25 basis point cut in September [9][10]. - Companies are advised to focus on production in Vietnam to meet local origin requirements and capitalize on the upcoming peak season for orders [6].

Core Insights - The home appliance sector, including major segments like white goods and black goods, is currently valued at relatively low levels, while the holding levels are at historical highs, with performance being the key driver for excess returns in the sector [3][20][32] - Domestic sales are expected to maintain high resilience due to national subsidies, while external sales will show high elasticity driven by increasing demand penetration in emerging markets and the rising market share of Chinese brands [3][7][8] Review: Performance-Driven Sector Achieving Excess Returns - As of June 20, 2025, the home appliance index has declined by 1.2%, ranking eighteenth among all major industries, with all segments except black goods achieving positive relative returns [20][21] - The home appliance sector's valuation is currently at a relative low, influenced by ongoing tariff fluctuations, with the kitchen appliance sector above the median [6][28][32] - The public fund holding ratio for the home appliance industry in Q1 2025 was 6.28%, with a slight increase of 0.14 percentage points, indicating a high allocation level historically [6][35][40] Resilience: National Subsidies Driving Domestic Demand - The continuation and expansion of national subsidies for home appliances have shown significant results, with retail sales of home appliances experiencing double-digit growth for eight consecutive months from September 2024 to April 2025 [7][44] - The average selling price of air conditioners has seen a controlled decline, with leading brands maintaining a positive price premium over the industry average [7][46] - Categories with low penetration, such as coffee machines and cleaning appliances, have shown strong growth, indicating a favorable competitive environment for profitability improvement [7][46] Elasticity: Limited Tariff Disturbances and Emerging Market Contributions - Despite high tariffs on Chinese home appliance products in the U.S., the impact on most listed companies is limited due to their low exposure to the U.S. market [8][30] - Emerging markets are expected to become significant sources of incremental exports for Chinese home appliances, with rapid penetration rates in regions like Latin America and the Middle East [8][30] Investment Recommendations: Focus on Quality Leaders with Growth Certainty - For the second half of 2025, it is recommended to focus on high-certainty growth leaders with low exposure to the U.S. market, such as Gree Electric, Midea Group, and Hisense Home Appliances [9][12] - Companies benefiting from domestic sales and the old-for-new replacement policy, like Aima Technology and Yadea Holdings, are also highlighted for their strong growth certainty [9][12] - Emerging leaders with U.S. exposure and strong brand power, such as Anker Innovations and Roborock, are recommended for their potential recovery [9][12]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a positive outlook on the home appliance sector, highlighting its undervalued status, high dividends, and stable growth potential [7] Core Insights - The home appliance sector has outperformed the CSI 300 index, with a 1.7% increase in the sector index compared to a 1.5% rise in the index [6][8] - Major companies like Haier, Midea, and Hisense are actively investing in robotics, indicating a shift towards automation and smart home solutions as new growth engines [6][14] - The report identifies three main investment themes: white goods, export opportunities, and core components, recommending leading companies in each category [7] Data Observations - In May 2025, the air conditioning sector saw a total production of 20.81 million units, a 1.8% year-on-year decrease, while total sales reached 22.03 million units, a 2.34% increase. Domestic sales rose by 13.39% to 14.13 million units, while exports fell by 12.83% to 7.91 million units [29][32] - The refrigerator sector produced 8.40 million units, a 2.0% year-on-year increase, with total sales of 8.50 million units, up 1.83%. Domestic sales increased by 13.70% to 3.89 million units, while exports decreased by 6.39% to 4.61 million units [36][37] - The washing machine sector experienced a production increase of 11.2% to 7.40 million units, with total sales of 7.50 million units, a 10.04% increase. Domestic sales grew by 15.16% to 3.51 million units, and exports rose by 5.89% to 3.99 million units [38][39] Industry Dynamics - The report notes a collective push by major home appliance companies towards robotics, with Haier, Midea, and Hisense leading the charge in developing industrial and service robots [6][14] - The report also mentions a trade agreement between the U.S. and Vietnam, which may impact the home appliance sector due to potential tariffs on exports [15] Component Data - In May 2025, the sales of rotary compressors for air conditioning increased by 4.4% year-on-year, while electronic expansion valves saw a significant rise of 31.7% [22][24] - The report indicates a decline in the sales of refrigerator compressors by 7.3% year-on-year, while washing machine motor sales increased by 1.8% [25][39]