Market Performance - The Shanghai Composite Index rose by 3.8%, the Shenzhen Component Index increased by 4.4%, and the ChiNext Index went up by 3.9% this week [1] - The real estate sector (Shenwan) saw a rise of 5.1% [1] - The top five stocks by percentage increase were Chengjian Development (+34.5%), Yingxin Development (+22.0%), Shangshi Development (+20.8%), *ST Rongkong (+19.7%), and *ST Yangguang (+16.0%) [1] - The bottom five stocks by percentage decrease included Hainan Airport (-7.9%), Guangming Real Estate (-7.2%), Hezhan Energy (-5.5%), Shoukai Shares (-5.0%), and China Wuyi (-2.0%) [1] Real Estate Data Tracking - New homes: In the week of January 3-9, 42 key cities recorded a total transaction of 1.37 million square meters, a month-on-month decrease of 46.7% [1] - For January up to the week of January 9, new home transactions totaled 1.55 million square meters, down 30.1% month-on-month and 46.6% year-on-year [1] - Second-hand homes: In the week of January 3-9, 21 key cities saw a total transaction of 2.06 million square meters, a month-on-month increase of 25.4% [1] - For January up to the week of January 9, second-hand home transactions totaled 2.14 million square meters, down 16.1% month-on-month and 23.9% year-on-year [1] Industry News - The State Council, led by Premier Li Qiang, held a meeting to implement a package of fiscal and financial policies to boost domestic demand, including expanding the scope of public rental housing [2] - The central bank emphasized the continuation of a moderately loose monetary policy and the integration of incremental and stock policy effects [2] - Local policies include Shanghai's efforts to improve fair competition review mechanisms and Henan's support for local governments to issue special bonds for purchasing existing homes for affordable housing [2] - In Shenyang, the down payment for housing has been reduced to 15% until the end of 2026, while Chengdu extended its housing mutual assistance policy until the end of 2026 [2] Company Announcements - In December 2025, the sales figures for major real estate companies were as follows: Poly Development at 12.16 billion yuan (-18.9%), China Merchants Shekou at 25.84 billion yuan (-14.5%), and New Town Holdings at 1.35 billion yuan (-57.8%) [2] - China Overseas Development issued bonds with a 3-year term at an interest rate of 1.60%-2.60% and a 5-year term at 1.80%-2.80% [2] Personnel Changes - Vanke A's Yu Liang retired due to age, resigning from his positions as director and executive vice president [3] Investment Analysis - The real estate sector remains a crucial asset allocation and investment direction for Chinese households, with stable housing prices being significant for economic circulation [3] - The 20th Central Committee's emphasis on promoting high-quality development in real estate suggests potential policy support [3] - High-quality residential properties may see a development wave due to policy guidance and changes in supply-demand structure [3] - The Hong Kong private residential market sentiment is gradually recovering, indicating a potential revaluation for Hong Kong developers [3] - The sector is rated "positive," with recommended companies including China Resources Land, China Merchants Shekou, New Town Holdings, and others [3]

Core Insights - The real estate market in China shows signs of recovery as 13 out of 18 reported companies achieved month-on-month sales growth in December 2025, with notable performances from companies like China Overseas Land & Investment and China Resources Land [1][2][3] Group 1: Sales Performance - 72.22% of the 18 real estate companies reported month-on-month sales growth as of January 12, 2026, with five companies achieving record monthly sales [1] - China Resources Land led with a monthly sales figure of 410 billion yuan, followed by China Overseas at 398.32 billion yuan and China Merchants Shekou at 258.44 billion yuan [2] - China Overseas achieved a three-month consecutive sales increase, with December sales reaching 398.32 billion yuan, supported by various high-end and affordable housing projects [2][3] Group 2: Yearly Sales Data - Poly Developments topped the 2025 sales chart with 2530.3 billion yuan, despite a 21.67% decline from 2024, maintaining a lead over China Overseas [4] - Other companies in the billion-yuan sales club include China Resources Land, China Merchants Shekou, and Greentown China, with sales figures of 2336 billion yuan, 1960.09 billion yuan, and 1534 billion yuan respectively [4] Group 3: Market Dynamics - The recovery in sales is expected to stabilize market confidence and alleviate buyer hesitation, contributing to a positive growth outlook for the real estate sector [3] - Companies like Sunac China and Country Garden, despite facing operational challenges, remain in the top sales rankings, with 368.4 billion yuan and 330 billion yuan in sales respectively [5] Group 4: Land Acquisition Strategies - Leading companies are focusing on land acquisition in first and second-tier cities, with China Overseas reporting 60.6% of its sales from major cities [6][7] - Poly Developments has shifted its land acquisition strategy, increasing investments in Shanghai while reducing its presence in Beijing, with significant spending in Guangzhou [6][7]

Core Insights - The real estate market in China shows signs of recovery as 13 out of 18 reported companies achieved month-on-month sales growth in December 2025, with notable performances from companies like China Overseas Land & Investment and China Resources Land [1][3][4] - Poly Developments maintained its leading position in annual sales for 2025, despite a year-on-year decline, with a total sales figure of 2530.3 billion yuan, outperforming China Overseas Land by 17.98 billion yuan [1][6] - The trend of increasing sales among major real estate firms is expected to stabilize market confidence and alleviate buyer concerns, contributing to a positive outlook for the industry [4][6] Sales Performance - In December 2025, China Resources Land led with sales of 410 billion yuan, followed by China Overseas Land at 398.32 billion yuan and China Merchants Shekou at 258.44 billion yuan [3] - The sales growth rates for December 2025 were significant, with Sunac China experiencing a 163.39% increase due to a low base in November, while other firms like China Overseas Land and China Resources Land also reported substantial growth rates of 79.14% and 78.26% respectively [4] Market Dynamics - The competitive landscape among top real estate firms has stabilized, with Poly Developments focusing heavily on the Guangzhou market, investing 648.24 billion yuan from 2023 to 2025, compared to 265.02 billion yuan in Beijing and 359.27 billion yuan in Shanghai [1][9] - The second-tier firms (500 billion to 1 trillion yuan) averaged sales of 646.4 billion yuan, while third-tier firms (300 billion to 500 billion yuan) averaged 381.3 billion yuan, indicating a diverse recovery across different company sizes [7] Strategic Adjustments - Major firms are adjusting their land acquisition strategies, with a focus on first and second-tier cities. For instance, China Overseas Land's sales in major cities accounted for 60.6% of its total sales, while Poly Developments has also shifted its focus towards Shanghai, increasing its land acquisition there significantly [8][9] - The overall trend indicates that while some firms are facing challenges, others are leveraging their strong market positions and operational capabilities to navigate the current landscape effectively [6][7]

Core Insights - The real estate market in China is showing signs of recovery as 13 out of 18 reported companies achieved month-on-month sales growth in December 2025, with notable performances from companies like China Overseas Land & Investment and China Resources Land [1][3][4] - Poly Developments maintained its leading position in 2025 with a total sales figure of 2530.3 billion yuan, despite a year-on-year decline of 21.67% compared to 2024 [6] - The trend of increasing sales is expected to stabilize market confidence and alleviate buyer concerns, contributing to a positive outlook for the industry [4][7] Company Performance - Poly Developments led the sales with 2530.3 billion yuan, followed by China Overseas at 2512.32 billion yuan, and China Resources Land at 2336 billion yuan [6][7] - In December 2025, China Resources Land achieved a sales figure of 410 billion yuan, while China Overseas reached 398.32 billion yuan, and China Merchants Shekou reported 258.44 billion yuan [3][4] - Companies like Sunac China and Country Garden, despite facing operational challenges, remained in the top ranks with sales of 368.4 billion yuan and 330 billion yuan respectively [7] Market Trends - The recovery in sales is uneven across different tiers of companies, with Sunac China showing a significant month-on-month increase of 163.39% in December due to a low base in November [4] - The second-tier companies (sales between 500 billion to 1000 billion yuan) averaged 646.4 billion yuan, while the third-tier (300 billion to 500 billion yuan) averaged 381.3 billion yuan [7] - The focus on land acquisition in first and second-tier cities is evident, with companies like China Overseas and Poly Developments significantly increasing their investments in these areas [8][9] Strategic Adjustments - Poly Developments has shifted its land acquisition strategy, increasing its focus on Shanghai while reducing investments in Beijing, with land payments in Shanghai surpassing those in Beijing in recent years [9] - The overall strategy of major companies emphasizes deepening land reserves in key urban areas, which is crucial for sustaining sales performance [8][9]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the real estate industry is "Positive" (maintained) [4] Core Viewpoints - The report emphasizes that real estate is a crucial asset allocation and investment direction for Chinese households, and stabilizing housing prices is significant for facilitating economic circulation. The policy environment is expected to strengthen further, promoting high-quality development in the real estate sector. The report suggests that high-quality residential properties may experience a development wave due to policy guidance and changes in supply-demand structure [5][49]. - The report highlights that multiple favorable factors are driving a gradual recovery in the sentiment of the Hong Kong private residential market, indicating that Hong Kong developers may face a new round of value reassessment [5]. Market Performance - The Shanghai Composite Index rose by 3.8%, the Shenzhen Component Index by 4.4%, the ChiNext Index by 3.9%, and the CSI 300 by 2.8%. The real estate sector (Shenwan) increased by 5.1% during the week [5][8]. - The top five stocks in terms of growth were Chengjian Development (+34.5%), Yingxin Development (+22.0%), Shangshi Development (+20.8%), *ST Rong Control (+19.7%), and *ST Sunshine (+16.0%) [5][8]. Data Tracking New Housing Transactions - In the week of January 3-9, new housing transactions in 42 key cities totaled 1.37 million square meters, a week-on-week decrease of 46.7% and a year-on-year decrease of 41.3% [13]. - For January up to the week of January 9, new housing transactions totaled 1.55 million square meters, a month-on-month decrease of 30.1% and a year-on-year decrease of 46.6% [19]. Second-Hand Housing Transactions - In the week of January 3-9, second-hand housing transactions in 21 key cities totaled 2.06 million square meters, a week-on-week increase of 25.4% but a year-on-year decrease of 13.2% [33]. - For January up to the week of January 9, second-hand housing transactions totaled 2.14 million square meters, a month-on-month decrease of 16.1% and a year-on-year decrease of 23.9% [37]. Industry News - The State Council, led by Premier Li Qiang, held a meeting to implement a package of policies to promote domestic demand, including expanding the scope of public rental housing guarantees [49]. - The People's Bank of China emphasized the continuation of a moderately loose monetary policy and the integration of incremental and stock policies to enhance financial services for the real economy [49]. - Local policies include the extension of the down payment ratio in Shenyang to 15% until the end of 2026 and the increase of the public loan limit from 60% to 80% [49].

Core Viewpoint - The real estate industry is gradually bottoming out and undergoing value reconstruction, adhering to the core concept of "long-termism" [1] Group 1: Sales Performance - In 2025, 10 real estate companies achieved sales exceeding 100 billion yuan, with 4 companies surpassing 200 billion yuan [1] - The top 10 companies by sales in 2025 were: Poly Developments (253 billion), Greentown China (251.9 billion), China Overseas Land & Investment (251.2 billion), China Resources Land (233.6 billion), China Merchants Shekou (186 billion), Vanke (178 billion), Jianfa Real Estate (156 billion), China Jinmao (135 billion), Yuexiu Property (128 billion), and Binjiang Group (105 billion) [2] Group 2: Investment Trends - The investment amount in 2025 reflects the industry's situation, with state-owned enterprises dominating the top ten in investment [2] - China Overseas Land & Investment, China Resources Land, Poly Developments, and China Merchants Shekou accounted for over 30% of the total investment among the top ten companies [2] - Private enterprises showed signs of recovering investment confidence, with total land acquisition exceeding 100 billion yuan in 2025, marking an 8% year-on-year increase [3] Group 3: Market Outlook - The year 2026 is expected to be a pivotal year for the industry, with ongoing debt restructuring among real estate companies and a focus on completing housing delivery tasks [3] - The market is anticipated to seek a new supply-demand balance while maintaining a stable adjustment, with potential structural recovery in residential market transactions [3] - The average annual sales area of new residential buildings in the next five years is projected to remain between 700 million and 800 million square meters [4] Group 4: Company Visions for 2026 - Poly Developments aims to enhance its core value through refined operations and digital marketing while expanding into property services and light-asset construction [5] - Greentown China focuses on product innovation and community service, emphasizing high quality and sustainability [6] - China Overseas Land & Investment plans to deepen its core business and enhance its competitive edge through technology and investment [7] - China Resources Land intends to accelerate its strategic layout and ensure high-quality project execution [8] - China Jinmao aims to become a leader in product innovation and sustainable development through a three-step strategic plan [9] - Yuexiu Property emphasizes high-quality growth through enhanced service offerings and community engagement [10] - Country Garden is shifting its focus from housing delivery to optimizing its debt structure and restoring normal operations [11] - China Communications Construction Company is committed to urban deep cultivation and digital transformation [12]

Core Insights - The real estate industry is gradually bottoming out and undergoing value reconstruction, adhering to the core concept of "long-termism" [1] - In 2025, 10 real estate companies achieved sales exceeding 100 billion yuan, with 4 companies surpassing 200 billion yuan [1] - The top 10 companies by sales in 2025 include Poly Developments, Greentown China, China Overseas Property, and others [2] Sales Performance - The sales performance of the top 10 real estate companies in 2025 is as follows: - Poly Developments: 253 billion yuan - Greentown China: 251.9 billion yuan - China Overseas Property: 251.2 billion yuan - China Resources Land: 233.6 billion yuan - China Merchants Shekou: 186 billion yuan - Vanke: 178 billion yuan - Jianfa Real Estate: 156 billion yuan - China Jinmao: 135 billion yuan - Yuexiu Property: 128 billion yuan - Binjiang Group: 105 billion yuan [2] Investment Trends - In 2025, the investment amount of the top 10 companies is primarily dominated by state-owned enterprises, with China Overseas Property, China Resources Land, Poly Developments, and China Merchants Shekou accounting for over 30% of the total investment [2] - Private enterprises show signs of recovering investment confidence, with total land acquisition exceeding 100 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 8% [3] Market Outlook - The year 2026 is expected to be a pivotal year for the real estate industry, with ongoing debt restructuring and the completion of housing delivery tasks [3] - The market is anticipated to seek a new supply-demand balance, with potential structural recovery in residential market transactions, while prices are expected to remain stable [3] Company Strategies - Poly Developments aims to enhance its core value through refined operations and digital marketing, expanding its service offerings [6] - Greentown China focuses on product innovation and community service to enhance quality and sustainability [7] - China Overseas Property emphasizes its main business and aims for steady growth through differentiated competition [8] - China Resources Land plans to accelerate its strategic layout and enhance project management capabilities [9] - China Jinmao is committed to becoming a leader in product innovation and transformation [10] - Yuexiu Property aims for high-quality growth through enhanced service offerings and community engagement [11] - Country Garden is shifting focus from housing delivery to optimizing debt structure and restoring normal operations [12] - China Communications Real Estate is concentrating on core urban areas and digital transformation [13]

Core Insights - The real estate industry is currently facing significant challenges, with a decline in GDP contribution from the real estate and construction sectors, dropping from 15% in 2019 to 12% in the first three quarters of 2025 [7] - The shift in housing demand from "having a house" to "having a good house" indicates a structural change in the market, with a projected annual housing demand of over 860 million square meters until 2035, primarily driven by improvement needs [7] - The report emphasizes the need for policy adjustments to address the ongoing market downturn, with potential policy directions including administrative, public fund, fiscal, urban renewal, and stock activation measures [7][9] Macro Perspective - The economy is undergoing a transformation, with a noticeable decline in the contribution of the real estate sector to GDP [7] - The population peaked in 2021 and has been declining, affecting housing demand dynamics, particularly among potential first-time buyers [7] - Employment and income expectations remain weak, impacting consumer willingness to purchase homes [7] Mid-Macro Perspective - Market transaction volumes and prices are continuously declining, with new home transactions in 100 cities down 15% year-on-year from January to November 2025 [7] - The frequency and effectiveness of local policy interventions have decreased, leading to rising inventory levels and prolonged de-stocking periods [7] - Real estate companies are experiencing significant financial strain, with funding levels dropping from 20.1 trillion yuan in 2021 to 10.8 trillion yuan in 2024 [7] Micro Perspective - Home prices in first-tier cities have seen significant declines, with second-hand home prices dropping over 35% from their peak [7] - The expectation of falling home prices is growing among residents, with 23.5% anticipating further declines as of Q3 2025 [7] - The market is witnessing a shift towards improvement-type housing, with larger units (over 120 square meters) gaining market share [7] Policy Space - Future policy adjustments are expected to focus on loosening purchase restrictions in major cities and enhancing public fund policies [9] - Fiscal measures may include subsidies for home loans and adjustments to tax policies related to property transactions [9] - Urban renewal initiatives are anticipated to expand, particularly in transforming urban villages [9] Opportunities in the Real Estate Sector - The commercial real estate sector is poised for growth by adapting to new consumer demands and creating innovative shopping experiences [9] - Residential developers focusing on core cities and high-demand housing types are likely to benefit from market shifts [9] - The report highlights the potential for real estate investment trusts (REITs) to expand, particularly in commercial properties, as the market matures [9] Investment Recommendations - The report suggests focusing on companies with strong fundamentals in core cities, such as China Resources Land and China Merchants Shekou [9] - Smaller, agile firms that have made significant sales and land acquisition strides since 2024 are also recommended for consideration [9] - Companies innovating in the commercial real estate space, such as China Resources Vientiane Life and Swire Properties, are highlighted as potential investment opportunities [9]

Investment Rating - The report rates the real estate industry as "Outperform" [1] Core Views - The current market is under pressure with declining transaction volumes and prices, but there is potential for policy adjustments in the first quarter of the year to stabilize the market [9] - The report suggests focusing on companies with strong fundamentals in core cities, smaller firms with significant breakthroughs, and commercial real estate companies exploring new consumption scenarios [9] Summary by Sections 1. Key City New Housing Market, Second-hand Housing Market, and Inventory Tracking - New housing transaction area decreased by 45.7% month-on-month and 35.6% year-on-year, with a notable increase in the decline rate [20][28] - Second-hand housing transaction area increased by 35.5% month-on-month but decreased by 21.6% year-on-year [51] - New housing inventory area increased by 0.2% month-on-month and decreased by 8.6% year-on-year, with an average de-stocking cycle of 16.3 months [44][45] 2. Land Market Tracking - Total land transaction area across 100 cities was 1,744.7 million square meters, down 60.3% month-on-month and 2.2% year-on-year [67] - Total land transaction value was 32.19 billion, down 71.2% month-on-month and 63.3% year-on-year, with an average floor price of 1,844.7 yuan per square meter [67][73] - The land premium rate was 0.6%, down 7.9 percentage points month-on-month and 4.6 percentage points year-on-year [67][69] 3. Policy Overview - Various cities are optimizing housing fund policies, such as extending the mutual assistance policy for housing fund withdrawals in Chengdu until the end of 2026 [5][104] - In Shenyang, five housing fund loan policies were optimized starting January 2026, including extending the minimum down payment ratio of 15% [5][104] 4. Sector Performance Review - The real estate sector's absolute return was 5.1%, up 5.8 percentage points from the previous week, and the relative return compared to the CSI 300 was 2.3%, up 2.4 percentage points [106][107] - The sector's price-to-earnings ratio was 25.66X, an increase of 1.02X from the previous week [110] 5. Key Company Announcements - New City Holdings reported a shareholding change with its controlling shareholder holding 1.4 billion shares, representing 6.11% of the total [118]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a rating of "Buy" for several commercial real estate companies, including Longfor Group, China Overseas Development, Link REIT, and others [10][5]. Core Insights - The C-REIT market is entering a comprehensive development era, with significant potential for commercial real estate REITs, driven by abundant stock, high adaptability for securitization, and strong market recognition [1][12]. - The report emphasizes that commercial real estate REITs can enhance asset liquidity and facilitate value reassessment for related enterprises, particularly benefiting those deeply engaged in commercial real estate and management services [1][12]. - The potential market size for domestic commercial real estate REITs could reach trillions, with a current market value of only 40.8 billion, indicating substantial growth opportunities [3][12]. Summary by Sections International Comparison - In the U.S. and Japan, commercial real estate constitutes a significant portion of REITs, with respective shares of 43% and 55% as of November 2025 [2][16]. - The report highlights that income volatility affects risk premiums and valuation differences, with hotel REITs showing the highest dividend yields and office REITs the lowest due to their sensitivity to economic fluctuations [2][16]. Domestic Outlook - The report forecasts a substantial expansion potential for C-REITs, particularly in the retail sector, as domestic demand mirrors that of the U.S. market [3][56]. - Factors driving the growth of commercial real estate REITs include the emergence of projects with management premiums and location advantages, as well as a significant stock of quality assets [3][12]. Market Style - The report suggests that the C-REIT market may adopt a fixed-income plus investment mindset, similar to Japan's market style, with stable assets likely to present valuation premiums [14][56]. - It notes that the domestic REITs market is expected to benefit from the recent regulatory changes that broaden the asset base to include office buildings and hotels [3][56]. Investment Recommendations - The report recommends investing in established commercial real estate operators and property management companies with management premiums and strategic advantages, including Longfor Group, China Resources Land, and others [5][15].