Core Viewpoint - The gaming sector is experiencing a significant upward trend, with several companies reaching new highs and notable increases in stock prices [1] Group 1: Company Performance - Kaiying Network has hit the daily limit and reached a new high [1] - Giant Network has increased by over 4% [1] - Other companies such as Xunyou Technology, Shenzhou Taiyue, Iceberg Network, and Perfect World have also seen gains [1] Group 2: ETF Performance - The Huatai-PB Gaming ETF (516770) has risen by 2.42% with a trading volume of 25.9 million yuan [1]

Company Overview - Kaiying Network is located at 15th Floor, Expo Yaohua Business Center A, 899 Yaohua Road, Pudong New District, Shanghai, established on January 3, 2000, and listed on December 7, 2010 [1] - The company primarily engages in game business, including the development, operation, and distribution of mobile and web games, and platform business, which involves operating web game platforms and mobile application distribution platforms [1] Business Performance - The main revenue composition of Kaiying Network is as follows: mobile games account for 73.03%, information services 25.47%, web games 1.50%, and other businesses 0.00% [1] - As of September 17, the stock price increased by 5.24% to 27.09 CNY per share, with a trading volume of 860 million CNY and a turnover rate of 1.74%, resulting in a total market capitalization of 57.876 billion CNY [1] Fund Holdings - According to data from the top ten heavy stocks of funds, one fund under Great Wall Fund holds a significant position in Kaiying Network [2] - Great Wall Jiuxiang Mixed A (001613) held 129,700 shares in the second quarter, accounting for 7.51% of the fund's net value, ranking as the fourth-largest heavy stock [2] - The fund has achieved a return of 53.94% year-to-date, ranking 689 out of 8172 in its category, and a return of 107.41% over the past year, ranking 396 out of 7980 [2] Fund Manager Information - The fund manager of Great Wall Jiuxiang Mixed A (001613) is Liu Jiang, who has been in the position for 6 years and 163 days [3] - The total asset size of the fund is 125 million CNY, with the best fund return during Liu Jiang's tenure being 134.79% and the worst being 38.75% [3]

Summary of Key Points from the Conference Call Company Overview - **Company**: 凯英网络 (Kaiying Network) - **Industry**: Gaming and AI Technology Core Insights and Arguments 1. **Upcoming Product Launches**: Kaiying Network is set to launch several significant IP games, including "斗罗大陆诛仙传说" (Douluo Dalu: Legend of the Gods), "三国天下归心" (Three Kingdoms: Return of the Heart), and "盗墓笔记启程" (Tomb Raider: Journey) between late 2025 and early 2026, which are expected to drive substantial revenue growth [2][3][7] 2. **User Growth Potential**: The daily active users on the Legend Box platform are currently around 400,000 to 500,000, with a market potential of 2 to 3 million players. The company aims for a 50% penetration rate, potentially exceeding 1 million users through increased licensing partnerships and live streaming promotions [2][6][7] 3. **AI Companion Product**: The AI companion product EVE, developed by Shenzhen Natural Selection, is targeted at female gamers and has received positive feedback during testing. It is scheduled for launch by the end of 2025 and is expected to be the first breakout AI companion product [2][5][10] 4. **AI Game Development Platform**: The company’s self-developed AI game development platform, Sune, has completed its first round of financing of 100 million yuan and is entering a second round. Kaiying Network holds a 40% stake in the operating company, and its commercialization is anticipated to enhance the company's valuation [2][11][14] 5. **AI Toy Series**: The "暖心布梦游记" (Warm Heart Dream Journey) AI toy series, including products like the Goodnight Sheep and Worry-Free Bird, is expected to launch in Q4 2025, priced between 200 to 400 yuan. These toys are aimed at urban young women and are projected to become bestsellers [2][12][13] Additional Important Insights 1. **International Market Expansion**: The company is actively expanding into international markets, with plans to launch products like "新信长之野望" (New Nobunaga's Ambition) and "射雕三部曲" (The Legend of the Condor Heroes Trilogy) in Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe, contributing to incremental revenue [4][7] 2. **Focus on AI Technology**: Kaiying Network is concentrating on the application of AI technology in gaming and related fields, including AI companionship, game development engines, and AI toys, which are expected to drive performance and valuation growth [4][8][14] 3. **Market Trends in Female Gaming**: The female gaming market is rapidly growing, with successful titles like "恋与深空" (Love in Space) and "光与夜之恋" (Light and Night of Love) meeting the emotional and social needs of female users. EVE is positioned to capitalize on this trend with its high level of AI interaction [9][10] Conclusion - **Future Outlook**: Kaiying Network is well-positioned for sustained growth due to its strong R&D capabilities, diversified strategic layout, and global vision, with significant revenue potential from upcoming product launches and AI innovations [8][14]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the media industry is "Outperform the Market" (maintained) [1] Core Viewpoints - The media industry is experiencing a recovery in net profits, driven by a low base effect from the previous year and a significant decrease in expenses [2][18] - The gaming sector is showing strong growth due to a new product cycle, while the film and television sector is expected to see a bottom reversal supported by policy changes [5][60] Summary by Sections 1. Performance Review: Significant Recovery in Net Profit - In the first half of 2025, the A-share media sector achieved a total revenue of 254.9 billion yuan and a net profit of 21.8 billion yuan, representing year-on-year growth of 4.06% and 28.70% respectively [2][18] - The gross margin increased by 0.9 percentage points to 32.90%, and the net margin improved by 1.7 percentage points to 8.65% [19][29] 2. Q2 Performance Continues Upward Trend - In Q2 2025, the media sector reported revenues of 129.1 billion yuan and a net profit of 10.7 billion yuan, with year-on-year growth of 2.59% and 19.53% respectively [3][49] - The gaming sector's net profit saw a significant improvement, driven by new game launches [3][74] 3. Subsector Performance: Gaming Sector Achieves High Growth - The gaming sector generated revenues of 27.7 billion yuan and a net profit of 4.6 billion yuan in Q2 2025, with year-on-year growth of 22.40% and 104.47% respectively [4][74] - The film and television sector faced challenges, with revenues declining by 21.7% and net profit turning negative [4][60] 4. Investment Recommendations: Focus on Gaming and Film Sectors - The report recommends focusing on gaming companies benefiting from a strong new product cycle and film companies poised for recovery due to favorable policies [5][60] - Specific stock recommendations include Giant Network, Bilibili, Mango Excellent Media, and Light Media [5][60]

Group 1 - The gaming sector is experiencing a strong performance, driven by new product releases and industry recovery, with a notable increase in average net profit expected in the first half of 2025, projected to grow by 118.64% year-on-year [1] - Several listed companies have launched quality products, with key highlights including: - Haikang Network's information service revenue reaching 657 million yuan, a 65% increase year-on-year - Perfect World's game "Yihuan" expected to start paid testing in Q4 - Giant Network's "Supernatural Action Group" showing significant improvement in sales rankings in August - G-bits' "Staff Sword Legend" maintaining a top 40 position in domestic sales rankings from August to September [1] Group 2 - The gaming market has shown rapid revenue growth from January to July, with a total of 1,119 game licenses issued from January to August, marking a 20.8% year-on-year increase - In July, the Chinese gaming market revenue reached 29.1 billion yuan, a 4.7% year-on-year increase, while the mobile gaming market's actual sales revenue was 21.4 billion yuan, up by 0.9% [2] - The gaming sector is positioned for upward correction due to low valuations, new product launches, regulatory policies, and AI applications, with a focus on the performance of new products [2]

Group 1 - Three new companies have been established: Hangzhou Biaoge Network Technology Co., Ltd., Hangzhou Shiqing Network Technology Co., Ltd., and Hangzhou Deze Network Technology Co., Ltd. [1] - All three companies are indirectly wholly owned by Kaiying Network (002517) according to Qichacha's equity penetration data [1]

Core Viewpoint - The stock of Kaiying Network has shown significant growth in 2023, with a year-to-date increase of 90.75%, indicating strong market performance and investor interest [1][2]. Financial Performance - For the first half of 2025, Kaiying Network reported a revenue of 2.578 billion yuan, representing a year-on-year growth of 0.89%, while the net profit attributable to shareholders was 950 million yuan, reflecting a growth of 17.41% [2]. - Cumulatively, the company has distributed 1.212 billion yuan in dividends since its A-share listing, with 852 million yuan distributed over the past three years [3]. Shareholder and Market Activity - As of August 8, 2025, the number of shareholders for Kaiying Network decreased by 24.31% to 62,100, while the average number of tradable shares per shareholder increased by 32.12% to 30,422 shares [2]. - The stock's trading activity on September 16, 2023, showed a net outflow of 19.2098 million yuan in principal funds, with significant buying and selling activity from large orders [1]. Business Overview - Kaiying Network, established on January 3, 2000, and listed on December 7, 2010, operates primarily in the gaming industry, focusing on mobile games (73.03% of revenue), information services (25.47%), and web games (1.50%) [1]. - The company is categorized under the media and gaming industry, with involvement in e-sports, cloud gaming, mobile games, online games, and IP concepts [1].

Core Viewpoint - The gaming industry in A-shares is experiencing a significant rebound, with many companies seeing their stock prices and market values double this year, driven by improved fundamentals, policy support, and the deepening application of AI technology [3][4][16]. Group 1: Market Performance - Perfect World and Xinghui Entertainment saw their stocks hit the daily limit, while companies like 37 Interactive Entertainment and Giant Network experienced gains exceeding 6% [3]. - The A-share gaming index has risen over 60% this year, reaching a historical high of 1697, with a closing value of 1688.6 [9]. - Century Huatong has become the largest gaming company in A-shares by market value, with a year-to-date stock price increase of over 300%, reaching a market cap of 149.3 billion [6][8]. Group 2: Financial Performance - Century Huatong reported a revenue of 17.207 billion yuan for the first half of 2025, a year-on-year increase of 85.5%, and a net profit of 2.656 billion yuan, up 129.33% [9][14]. - Giant Network's revenue for the first half of 2025 was 1.662 billion yuan, a 16.47% increase, with a net profit of 777 million yuan, up 8.27% [14]. - The gaming sector's overall revenue increased by 22.8% year-on-year in the first half of 2025, indicating a strong recovery [14]. Group 3: Industry Trends - The gaming industry is witnessing a turnaround after a period of decline, with the actual sales revenue reaching 168 billion yuan in the first half of 2025, a growth of over 14% [16]. - The number of game licenses issued has increased by 20% year-on-year, with a total of 1,119 licenses granted from January to August 2025, promoting the development of quality new games [16]. - AI technology is being increasingly integrated into game development and operations, improving efficiency and reducing costs by 20-30% [16][17]. Group 4: Investment Sentiment - Public funds have significantly increased their investment in the gaming sector, with a market value of 21.503 billion yuan, accounting for 59.17% of the media sector [18]. - Analysts view the gaming industry as a resilient sector with high potential for growth, comparing it to the innovative pharmaceutical industry in terms of investment characteristics [19]. - Despite the overall recovery, there is a notable disparity in performance among companies, with leading firms driving the market while mid-tier companies face significant survival pressures [20].

Group 1 - The gaming sector has experienced a significant rebound in stock prices after a period of low valuations, with several companies seeing their stock prices and market capitalizations double this year [1][3] - Perfect World and Xinghui Entertainment reached their daily price limits, while companies like 37 Interactive Entertainment and Giant Network saw increases of over 6% [1] - Century Huatong has emerged as the leading gaming company in A-shares, with a year-to-date increase of over 300%, bringing its market capitalization to over 149.3 billion yuan [4][6] Group 2 - The overall gaming industry is witnessing a recovery, with the term "warming" replacing last year's "winter" narrative, driven by improved fundamentals and policy support [10][12] - The gaming market's actual sales revenue reached 168 billion yuan in the first half of the year, marking a year-on-year growth of over 14% [10] - The number of game licenses issued by the National Press and Publication Administration increased by 20% year-on-year, facilitating the development and launch of quality new games [10][11] Group 3 - AI technology is being increasingly integrated into game development and operations, enhancing efficiency and reducing costs by approximately 20-30% [10][11] - Major gaming companies are investing in AI startups, indicating a strategic shift towards incorporating advanced technologies in their operations [12] - The gaming sector is expected to maintain high demand and continue its growth cycle, with potential for long-term value reassessment [12][13] Group 4 - Century Huatong's strong performance is attributed to successful game launches, with its titles achieving significant revenue milestones [9][10] - The gaming sector's overall revenue growth is expected to continue, with projections for further earnings upgrades in 2025 and 2026 [10][12] - The gaming index in A-shares has seen a cumulative increase of over 60% this year, reaching a historical high [8][10]

Group 1 - The esports sector saw a rise of 2.53%, ranking third among concept sectors, with 26 stocks increasing in value [1][2] - Notable gainers included Xinghui Entertainment, which hit a 20% limit up, and other companies like AOC Technology, Perfect World, and ST Huaton also reached their limit up [1] - The top gainers in percentage terms were Sanqi Interactive Entertainment, Giant Network, and Kaiying Network, with increases of 6.41%, 6.14%, and 4.82% respectively [1] Group 2 - The esports concept attracted a net inflow of 1.621 billion yuan, with 20 stocks receiving net inflows, and 6 stocks exceeding 100 million yuan in net inflow [2] - Xinghui Entertainment led the net inflow with 384 million yuan, followed by Perfect World, Sanqi Interactive Entertainment, and ST Huaton with net inflows of 362 million yuan, 271 million yuan, and 257 million yuan respectively [2][3] - In terms of net inflow ratio, AOC Technology, Xinghui Entertainment, and Perfect World had the highest ratios at 27.71%, 25.83%, and 22.08% respectively [3] Group 3 - The overall performance of the esports sector was supported by significant trading volumes, with Xinghui Entertainment achieving a turnover rate of 19.11% and Perfect World at 4.94% [3] - Other companies like Sanqi Interactive Entertainment and ST Huaton also showed notable trading activity with turnover rates of 10.31% and 2.16% respectively [3] - Conversely, companies such as Yuntu Holdings and Manboer experienced declines of 2.70% and 0.98% respectively, indicating some volatility within the sector [1][5]