Investment Rating - The report assigns an "Overweight" rating to the electronic industry, indicating expectations for the industry to outperform the overall market [37]. Core Insights - The electronic industry has shown a continuous recovery, with a 19% year-on-year increase in revenue for Q3 2025, ranking third among all industries. The net profit attributable to shareholders increased by 50%, placing it eighth overall [5][9]. - The semiconductor equipment sector is benefiting from strong downstream demand, with companies like North Huachuang and Jiangfeng Electronics reporting revenue growth of 39% and 20% respectively in Q3 2025 [21]. - The storage segment is experiencing significant price increases, with Jiangbolong's revenue growing by 55% year-on-year in Q3 2025, indicating a robust market outlook [25]. - The AI-related computing segment is seeing accelerated growth, with Industrial Fulian's revenue increasing by 43% and net profit by 62% in Q3 2025, driven by strong demand for AI servers [31]. Summary by Sections 1. Industry Performance - The electronic industry is in a phase of sustained recovery, with Q3 2025 marking the ninth consecutive quarter of year-on-year revenue growth [9]. - The Shenyin Wanguo electronic index has seen a rise in price-to-earnings ratio, reaching a peak of 69 times in October 2025, reflecting improved risk appetite [11]. 2. Semiconductor Equipment - The semiconductor equipment sector is in a structurally favorable period, with investments in equipment rising over 53% in the first half of 2025 despite a 9.85% decline in overall semiconductor industry investments [21]. 3. Wafer Foundry and Testing - The wafer foundry sector is experiencing high capacity utilization, with Huahong's revenue increasing by 21% year-on-year in Q3 2025 [22]. - Testing companies like Tongfu Microelectronics and Weicai Technology exceeded expectations with revenue growth of 95% and 98% respectively [22]. 4. Storage - The storage sector is witnessing comprehensive price increases, with major players like Jiangbolong and Demingli reporting significant revenue growth [25]. 5. Power Devices - The power device sector is showing signs of recovery, with companies like Yanjie Technology reporting a 52% increase in net profit year-on-year in Q3 2025 [27]. 6. Analog Chips - The competitive landscape for analog chips is improving, with companies like Shengbang and SIRUI reporting revenue growth of 70% and 71% respectively [28]. 7. Consumer Electronics - The consumer electronics sector is poised for a hardware cycle driven by new product launches, with companies like Lingyi Zhi Zao reporting a 13% increase in revenue [30]. 8. Computing Related - The computing-related segment is experiencing strong performance, with companies like Shenghong Technology reporting a 79% increase in revenue and a 261% increase in net profit [31].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a positive outlook on the electronics industry, indicating a "Buy" rating for the sector in Q3 2025 [4]. Core Insights - The electronics industry shows sustained recovery, with Q3 2025 revenue growth of 19% year-on-year, ranking third among all sectors [5][9]. - Net profit for the electronics sector increased by 50% year-on-year in Q3 2025, placing it eighth among all sectors [5][9]. - Key segments such as semiconductor equipment, storage, and AI-related demand are driving growth, with significant price increases expected to continue in the storage sector [4][11]. Summary by Sections 1. Industry Overview - The electronics industry is experiencing a recovery phase, with a continuous positive growth trend for nine consecutive quarters in revenue and seven quarters in net profit [9]. - The Shenyin Wanguo Electronics Index has seen a rise in price-to-earnings ratio, reaching a peak of 69 times in October 2025 [10]. 2. Semiconductor Equipment - Major companies like North Huachuang and Jiangfeng Electronics reported revenue growth of 39% and 20% respectively in Q3 2025, with net profits increasing by 14% and 18% [21]. - The semiconductor equipment sector is benefiting from structural advantages, with a significant increase in investment despite a general decline in the semiconductor industry [21]. 3. Wafer Foundry and Testing - The wafer foundry segment is seeing high capacity utilization, with Huahong's revenue growing by 21% year-on-year in Q3 2025 [22]. - Testing companies such as Tongfu Microelectronics and Weicai Technology exceeded expectations with revenue growth of 44% and 98% respectively [22]. 4. Storage - Storage companies like Jiangbolong reported a 55% increase in revenue, with net profits significantly exceeding expectations [25]. - The report anticipates continued price increases in storage products, driven by strong demand from AI servers [25]. 5. Power Devices - Companies in the power device sector are experiencing a mild recovery, with significant demand from the automotive sector [27]. 6. Analog Chips - The competitive landscape for analog chips is improving, with companies like Shengbang and SIRUI reporting revenue growth of 13% and 70% respectively [29]. 7. Consumer Electronics - The consumer electronics sector is poised for a new hardware cycle, with companies like Lingyi Zhi Zao reporting a 13% increase in revenue [31]. 8. Computing Power Related - Companies in the computing power sector, such as Industrial Fulian, reported a 43% increase in revenue, driven by strong demand for AI servers [32].

Group 1 - The Chip 50 ETF (516920) opened down 0.98% at 1.013 yuan on November 12 [1] - Major holdings in the Chip 50 ETF include companies like SMIC, which opened down 0.62%, and Cambrian, which fell 1.35% [1] - The performance benchmark for the Chip 50 ETF is the CSI Chip Industry Index return, managed by Huatai-PineBridge Fund Management Co., Ltd. [1] Group 2 - Since its establishment on July 27, 2021, the Chip 50 ETF has returned 2.27%, while its return over the past month has been -5.79% [1]

Core Viewpoint - The leading chip ETF (159801) opened down 0.93% at 0.852 yuan, reflecting a broader trend in the semiconductor sector [1] Group 1: ETF Performance - The performance benchmark for the chip ETF is the return rate of the National Securities Semiconductor Chip Index during the same period [1] - Since its establishment on January 20, 2020, the fund has achieved a return of 71.76% [1] - Over the past month, the fund has experienced a return of -5.26% [1] Group 2: Major Holdings Performance - Major holdings in the chip ETF include: - Cambrian (down 1.35%) - SMIC (down 0.62%) - Haiguang Information (down 0.18%) - Northern Huachuang (down 0.83%) - Lanke Technology (down 1.53%) - Zhaoyi Innovation (down 1.84%) - Zhongwei Company (down 0.36%) - OmniVision (unchanged) - Changdian Technology (down 0.57%) - Unisoc (down 0.34%) [1]

Core Insights - Northern Huachuang's stock price decreased by 0.05% on November 11, with a trading volume of 2.797 billion yuan [1] - The company reported a financing net buy of -10.74 million yuan on the same day, indicating a higher level of financing activity [1] Financing Summary - On November 11, Northern Huachuang had a financing buy of 192 million yuan, with a total financing balance of 2.660 billion yuan, accounting for 0.88% of its market capitalization [1] - The financing balance is above the 50th percentile level over the past year, indicating a relatively high position [1] Securities Lending Summary - On November 11, the company repaid 500 shares in securities lending and sold 1,100 shares, amounting to 457,000 yuan based on the closing price [1] - The remaining securities lending balance was 42,700 shares, with a total value of 17.7294 million yuan, exceeding the 90th percentile level over the past year, indicating a high level of short selling [1] Company Overview - Northern Huachuang Technology Group Co., Ltd. was established on September 28, 2001, and listed on March 16, 2010 [1] - The company specializes in the research, production, sales, and technical services of semiconductor basic products, with its main revenue sources being electronic process equipment (94.53%), electronic components (5.37%), and others (0.10%) [1] Shareholder and Financial Performance - As of October 10, the number of shareholders was 84,400, a decrease of 0.83%, while the average number of circulating shares per person increased by 0.83% to 8,577 shares [2] - For the period from January to September 2025, Northern Huachuang achieved a revenue of 27.301 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 34.14%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 5.130 billion yuan, up 14.97% year-on-year [2] Dividend Information - Since its A-share listing, Northern Huachuang has distributed a total of 1.535 billion yuan in dividends, with 1.217 billion yuan distributed over the past three years [2] Institutional Holdings - As of September 30, 2025, Hong Kong Central Clearing Limited was the second-largest circulating shareholder, holding 92.4871 million shares, an increase of 38.0334 million shares from the previous period [2] - Other notable institutional shareholders include Huatai-PB CSI 300 ETF, E Fund CSI 300 ETF, and Huaxia National Standard Semiconductor Chip ETF, with varying increases and decreases in their holdings [2]

Summary of Conference Call on China Semiconductors Industry Overview - The conference call focused on the semiconductor equipment industry in China, specifically discussing the performance and outlook of three companies: NAURA, AMEC, and Piotech. Key Points Company Performance - **Stock Performance**: Since the last earnings report, Piotech's stock increased by 73%, AMEC by 43%, and NAURA by 10, indicating strong market interest [1][2]. - **Earnings Reports**: All three companies reported earnings for Q3 2025, with a general consensus that the market may take a pause after recent rallies, but there is potential for further upside in the next 12 months due to stronger demand for wafer fabrication equipment (WFE) in China [1][2]. Market Sentiment and Growth Outlook - **Positive Outlook for 2026**: Conversations with companies post-earnings revealed that WFE spending in China for 2025 is expected to exceed previous expectations, with further growth anticipated in 2026 driven by DRAM, NAND, and advanced logic capacity expansions [2][3]. - **Localization Trends**: There is a significant increase in the localization ratio for DRAM and mature logic, which is expected to continue, contributing to stronger order growth [2][3]. Profitability and Valuation - **Profitability Pressure**: Despite the positive market sentiment, all three companies faced pressure on gross profit margins (GPM) due to increased price competition and customer pressures, particularly in NAND and mature logic segments [3][4]. - **Market Valuation Shift**: The market has shifted its focus from earnings per share (EPS) growth to revenue and order growth, which has contributed to the recent stock rallies [3][4]. Company-Specific Insights - **NAURA**: - Maintains a strong market position with a diverse product portfolio and client base. Management guided for 2025 revenue of RMB 39.5-40 billion and net profit of RMB 6.5 billion, with a focus on market share and R&D over immediate profitability [6][9]. - Expected revenue growth of 34% in 2025 and 28% in 2026, with a long-term target for GPM around 40% [9][11]. - **AMEC**: - Focuses on dry etch and deposition technologies, with a projected revenue growth of 38% in 2025 and 34% in 2026. Management remains confident in order and revenue growth despite lower GPM expectations [7][36]. - Heavy R&D investments are expected to yield future benefits, with a long-term GPM target of 40% [33][36]. - **Piotech**: - Experienced a strong performance in Q3 2025 but faces challenges in revenue recognition due to longer conversion cycles. Management is optimistic about increasing market share within CXMT and benefiting from NAND applications [8][64][65]. - Approximately 2/3 of revenue comes from memory, indicating a strong focus on NAND technology [64][65]. Investment Implications - **Stock Ratings**: - NAURA is rated as "Outperform" with a target price of CNY 480, AMEC at CNY 380, and Piotech at CNY 375, reflecting positive sentiment and growth potential in the sector [4][5][6]. - **Valuation Adjustments**: Target prices for all three companies have been revised upwards based on positive signals from memory and advanced logic sectors, while GPM assumptions have been adjusted downwards [4][5][6]. Conclusion - The semiconductor equipment sector in China is poised for growth, driven by increased localization, strong demand for memory, and advancements in technology. While profitability pressures exist, the overall sentiment remains positive, with significant upside potential anticipated in the coming year.

Core Viewpoint - The Chip ETF Fund (159599) opened with a slight increase of 0.14%, indicating a stable market performance for the fund and its holdings [1] Group 1: Fund Performance - The Chip ETF Fund (159599) opened at 2.079 yuan [1] - Since its establishment on April 19, 2024, the fund has achieved a return of 107.62% [1] - The fund's performance over the past month has seen a decline of 6.84% [1] Group 2: Major Holdings - Key stocks in the Chip ETF Fund include: - SMIC (中芯国际) opened up by 0.02% [1] - Cambricon (寒武纪) decreased by 0.17% [1] - Haiguang Information (海光信息) fell by 0.29% [1] - Northern Huachuang (北方华创) remained unchanged [1] - Lattice Semiconductor (澜起科技) increased by 1.48% [1] - Zhaoyi Innovation (兆易创新) rose by 3.41% [1] - Zhongwei Company (中微公司) gained 1.28% [1] - OmniVision (豪威集团) increased by 0.10% [1] - Chipone (芯原股份) remained unchanged [1] - Changdian Technology (长电科技) rose by 0.59% [1] Group 3: Management Information - The fund is managed by Dongcai Fund Management Co., Ltd. [1] - The fund manager is Wu Yi [1] - The performance benchmark for the fund is the CSI Chip Industry Index return [1]

Summary of NAURA's Investment Thesis and Market Outlook Company Overview - **Company**: NAURA Technology Group - **Industry**: Wafer Fabrication Equipment (WFE) - **Market Position**: Largest WFE supplier in China, ranked sixth globally [15][75] Key Points Investment Thesis - **Growth Potential**: NAURA is expected to benefit from increased semiconductor capital expenditure (capex) in China and ongoing localization initiatives, particularly in advanced logic capacity [9][15] - **Market Share Growth**: Anticipated to double its market share in China to approximately 20% by 2027, driven by a projected 29% sales CAGR and a 40% earnings CAGR from 2025 to 2027 [9][15][24] - **Price Target**: Initiated coverage with an Overweight (OW) rating and a price target of Rmb610 by December 2026, suggesting a potential upside of 52% from the current share price [4][25] Financial Projections - **Revenue Growth**: Expected revenue growth from Rmb29.8 billion in FY24 to Rmb64.7 billion in FY27, with a year-on-year growth rate of 35.1% in FY24 [8][24] - **Earnings Growth**: Projected adjusted EPS growth from Rmb10.53 in FY24 to Rmb21.13 in FY27, reflecting a significant increase in profitability [8][24] Market Dynamics - **China WFE Market**: The domestic WFE market is projected to grow at a 25% CAGR, supported by rising demand in the AI supply chain and increased localization from 20% in 2024 to 35% by 2027 [6][17][33] - **Global Context**: China's semiconductor equipment spending accounted for over 40% of the global market in 2024, with a growth rate of 35% compared to modest global growth [34][41] Competitive Landscape - **M&A Activity**: NAURA's acquisition of KINGSEMI is expected to enhance its market position and product offerings, particularly in the track equipment segment [20][86] - **Product Focus**: The company is shifting its focus towards advanced logic solutions, which is anticipated to improve its product mix and competitive edge against rivals like SiCarrier [6][19] Risks and Challenges - **Supply Chain Constraints**: Potential disruptions in sourcing key components due to U.S. restrictions could impact supply security and shipment schedules [32] - **Increased Competition**: As a market leader, NAURA may face intensified competition from both domestic and international players, which could pressure profitability [32] - **Customer Spending**: Weak downstream demand could lead to suppressed capital spending by customers, affecting NAURA's shipment timelines [32] Strategic Advantages - **First-Mover Advantage**: NAURA's early focus on leading-edge technologies positions it favorably in the domestic market, particularly for advanced logic applications [96] - **Comprehensive Product Portfolio**: The company's diverse product offerings and strong relationships with strategic customers are expected to drive growth and market share expansion [74][96] Conclusion - NAURA is well-positioned to capitalize on the growing demand for semiconductor equipment in China, driven by localization trends and advancements in technology. The company's strategic initiatives, including M&A and a focus on advanced logic solutions, are expected to enhance its market leadership and financial performance in the coming years [9][15][24][25]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a positive outlook on the AI-PCB and core computing hardware sectors, as well as the Apple supply chain and self-controllable beneficiary industries [4][30]. Core Insights - Nvidia's CEO Jensen Huang indicated strong business momentum, with the Blackwell demand being robust and the production of the next-generation Rubin chips underway [1]. - SanDisk reported a revenue of $2.31 billion for FY26Q1, with a quarter-over-quarter increase of 23% and year-over-year growth of 21%, exceeding market expectations [1]. - The demand for ASICs is expected to surge due to the explosive growth in token numbers, with significant contributions from companies like Google, Amazon, Meta, OpenAI, and Microsoft anticipated between 2026 and 2027 [1][30]. Summary by Sections 1. Industry Overview - The semiconductor industry is experiencing a robust recovery, with significant demand for AI-related products and services driving growth across various segments [1][4]. - The report highlights a strong recovery in the data center market, with expectations of NAND flash memory becoming the largest market by 2026, driven by AI demand [1]. 2. Subsector Insights 2.1 Consumer Electronics - Apple launched new products, including the iPhone 17 series and AR glasses, which are expected to drive demand in the AI sector [5][6]. - The report anticipates a surge in end-side AI product releases, particularly in 2025 and 2026, enhancing Apple's competitive position in the AI market [5]. 2.2 PCB - The PCB industry is maintaining a high level of prosperity, driven by demand from automotive and industrial control sectors, alongside AI expansion [7]. - The report notes a significant increase in orders for AI-PCB and related products, with many companies operating at full capacity [30]. 2.3 Components - The report emphasizes the growth in passive components, particularly MLCCs, driven by increased usage in AI devices and mobile applications [22]. - The LCD panel market is stabilizing, with effective production control measures in place [23]. 2.4 IC Design - The storage sector is expected to see continued upward momentum, with DRAM prices projected to rise due to increased demand from cloud service providers [24][26]. 2.5 Semiconductor Equipment - The semiconductor equipment sector is experiencing a positive trend, with significant investments in advanced manufacturing technologies [27][29]. - The report highlights the importance of domestic production capabilities in the face of global supply chain challenges [27]. 3. Key Companies - Nvidia is highlighted for its strong performance and technological advancements, particularly in AI server shipments [30]. - Companies like SanDisk, Three Ring Group, and Northern Huachuang are noted for their robust financial performance and strategic positioning in the market [32][34][35].

Core Points - The State-Owned Enterprise Reform Index (399974) closed at 1916.43 points, down 0.1% with a trading volume of 135.68 billion yuan and a turnover rate of 0.7% [1] - Among the index constituents, 43 stocks rose while 56 fell, with Wanhua Chemical leading the gainers at a 5.79% increase and Shenzhen South Circuit leading the decliners at a 3.36% decrease [1] Index Constituents Summary - The top ten constituents of the State-Owned Enterprise Reform Index include: - Zijin Mining: 3.60% weight, latest price 30.17 yuan, market cap 801.84 billion yuan, sector: Non-ferrous metals [1] - Changjiang Electric Power: 2.90% weight, latest price 28.52 yuan, market cap 697.83 billion yuan, sector: Utilities [1] - CITIC Securities: 2.90% weight, latest price 29.00 yuan, market cap 429.80 billion yuan, sector: Non-banking financial [1] - Taihai Chemical: 2.89% weight, latest price 19.70 yuan, market cap 347.29 billion yuan, sector: Non-banking financial [1] - China Merchants Bank: 2.80% weight, latest price 42.51 yuan, market cap 1072.10 billion yuan, sector: Banking [1] - Xingye Bank: 2.74% weight, latest price 21.17 yuan, market cap 448.02 billion yuan, sector: Banking [1] - North Huachuang: 2.73% weight, latest price 413.75 yuan, market cap 299.71 billion yuan, sector: Electronics [1] - Wrigley: 2.68% weight, latest price 116.75 yuan, market cap 453.18 billion yuan, sector: Food and Beverage [1] - China Shipbuilding: 2.52% weight, latest price 35.81 yuan, market cap 269.49 billion yuan, sector: Defense and Military [1] - Zhongke: 2.42% weight, latest price 111.16 yuan, market cap 162.64 billion yuan, sector: Computer [1] Capital Flow Analysis - The net outflow of main funds from the index constituents totaled 4.52 billion yuan, while retail investors saw a net inflow of 2.98 billion yuan [1] - Notable net inflows from retail investors were observed in Wanhua Chemical, TCL Zhonghuan, and China Satellite, while significant outflows were noted in China Chemical and China Unicom [2]