Summary of the Gaming Industry Conference Call Industry Overview - The gaming industry is currently undervalued, with an average valuation of 15-18 times earnings, significantly lower than new consumption companies which are valued at 25-30 times earnings [1][2][4] - The industry experienced a growth rate of 20% in April, driven by leading companies maintaining and innovating existing games, while smaller companies are breaking through in niche segments [1][2][8] Key Players and Performance - Leading companies such as Tencent, NetEase, and miHoYo have achieved growth through long-term operations of existing games like "Honor of Kings," "Peacekeeper Elite," and "Genshin Impact" [1][5] - Smaller companies like Gigabit, Electric Soul, and Century Huatong are innovating in niche areas, with titles like "Endless Winter" and "King's Raid" showing significant revenue growth [1][6][7] Market Dynamics - The gaming industry is showing potential to be part of the new consumption sector, with a recovery in growth rates and active exploration of AI applications and product innovations [8] - Upcoming months will see the launch of multiple new products, particularly during the summer season, which is expected to boost user engagement and spending [9] Competitive Landscape - The competitive landscape is stabilizing, with companies focusing on their strengths; Tencent leads in FPS games, while smaller companies excel in OSG and female-oriented games [3][12][13] - The industry is entering a new product cycle, with many companies launching new titles, leading to a more favorable competitive environment compared to previous years [35] New Product Launches - Notable upcoming products include "Supernatural Action Group" by Giant Network, "King's Raid" by Century Huatong, and "Wildman 2" by Electric Soul, all expected to perform well [14][16][17] - Tencent is set to release "Valorant Mobile" and "Honor of Kings World," while NetEase has several new titles lined up [17][18] Financial Outlook - The average valuation of the gaming sector remains attractive compared to other new consumption sectors, with core companies valued at 15-20 times earnings [10][35] - Companies like Giant Network, Gigabit, and Electric Soul are highlighted as having significant potential due to new product launches and market dynamics [39] Regulatory Environment - The regulatory environment for the gaming industry has improved, with an increase in the number of game approvals and supportive policies from local governments [24] Investment Recommendations - Current market conditions present a favorable opportunity for investment in the gaming sector, particularly in companies with new product launches and strong growth potential [25][26][39]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Positive" investment rating for the gaming industry [7] Core Insights - The Chinese gaming market continues to experience rapid growth, with a market size of 27.351 billion yuan in April 2025, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 21.93% and a month-on-month increase of 2.47% [2][4] - Long-standing products such as "Honor of Kings," "Naruto," and "Honkai: Star Rail" have shown stable growth, contributing to the industry's high growth rate [2] - The overseas performance of self-developed games is impressive, with a 9.62% year-on-year increase in actual sales revenue from overseas markets, amounting to 1.554 billion USD in April 2025 [9] - The new game product cycle for listed gaming companies is underway, with several new titles performing well in May, indicating a positive outlook for the gaming sector [9] - The gaming sector's valuation remains relatively low, with potential for upward elasticity, suggesting continued investment opportunities in the gaming sector [9] Summary by Sections Market Performance - The Chinese gaming market size reached 27.351 billion yuan in April 2025, with mobile gaming accounting for 20.424 billion yuan, showing a year-on-year growth of 28.41% [9] - Key growth drivers include seasonal events and updates for existing games, which have significantly boosted their revenue [9] Overseas Expansion - The overseas market for self-developed games generated 1.554 billion USD in April 2025, with notable contributions from long-term products [9] - "Honkai: Star Rail" and "Kingshot" ranked among the top revenue-generating games in overseas markets [9] New Game Launches - Several new games from listed companies have shown promising performance, with titles like "Staff Sword Legend" and "Supernatural Action Group" gaining traction in the market [9] - Major gaming companies have a rich pipeline of upcoming products, indicating a robust new game cycle [9] Valuation and Investment Opportunities - The gaming sector's valuation is positioned for potential recovery, driven by stable policies and the introduction of new games [9] - Recommended stocks for investment include Giant Network, Kaiying Network, G-bits, Perfect World, and Yaoji Technology [9]

Summary of Key Points Core Viewpoint - The June stock recommendations from 42 brokerage firms show a significant increase in the number of recommended stocks, with the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sector returning to the top of the industry recommendation rankings after three years, indicating a renewed market interest in cyclical industries [1][3]. Stock Recommendations - A total of 332 stocks received 457 recommendations, with 42 stocks from the ChiNext gaining 53 recommendations, 45 stocks from the STAR Market receiving 59 recommendations, and 43 Hong Kong stocks getting 62 recommendations, marking an increase of 6 and 7 stocks respectively compared to the previous month [1]. - Six stocks received recommendations from five brokerage firms: China Merchants Bank, Yara International, Smoore International, SF Holding, Qingdao Beer, and Haida Group [1]. - Six stocks received recommendations from four brokerage firms: Zijin Mining, China Mobile, Zhenhua Heavy Industries, Tencent Holdings, Hangzhou Bank, and Dongpeng Beverage [1]. Industry Rankings - The pharmaceutical and biotechnology sector achieved a recommendation rate of 10.2%, reclaiming the top position, while the electronics sector fell to second place with a recommendation rate of 9.3% [3]. - The food and beverage sector ranked third with a recommendation rate of 6.58%, and the machinery equipment sector ranked fourth with a rate of 6.35% [3]. - The coal industry saw a significant increase in recommendation rate by 59.6%, while the transportation sector increased by 52.1%, indicating a positive outlook for these industries [3]. Declining Industry Interest - The retail trade sector experienced a notable decline in recommendation rate by 43.17%, attributed to renewed trade tensions and previous excessive price increases [4]. - The defense and military industry saw a decrease of 34.77%, mainly due to the easing of the Russia-Ukraine situation [4]. - The automotive sector's recommendation rate dropped by 30.99%, reflecting concerns over industry competition [4]. Performance of Brokerage Recommendations - In May, 30 out of 45 brokerage firms reported positive returns, with the top performers being Guoyuan Securities (6.28%) and Caitong Securities (5.93%) [5][6]. - As of May 30, 36 out of 45 brokerage firms had positive returns for the year, with 16 firms achieving returns close to or exceeding 10% [6]. Market Outlook - Analysts suggest that June will see continued improvement in returns and win rates, with a focus on large-cap growth stocks, although the market is expected to remain volatile [7]. - The market sentiment has been affected by fluctuating U.S. tariff policies and slow progress in U.S.-China trade negotiations, which are key factors influencing market risk appetite [7].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a positive outlook on the gaming sector, recommending high-odds gaming stocks, particularly highlighting the strong performance of Giant Network's "Supernatural Action Group" [4]. Core Insights - The gaming industry exhibits a clear supply-driven demand characteristic, with an extended lifecycle for evergreen games and enhanced differentiation leading to improved profit margins. The gaming sector's current PE valuation is at a low midpoint of 15x, with expectations for EPS and PE uplift due to favorable policies and a new product cycle [4]. - The report emphasizes the potential of various companies, including G-bits, Xindong Company, and Shenzhou Taiyue, which are expected to benefit from the expansion of game licenses and new product launches [4]. - The report also highlights the anticipated entry of Blukoo into the Hong Kong Stock Connect, focusing on emotional consumption sectors such as music, concerts, and collectibles [4]. Summary by Sections Gaming Sector - The gaming sector is characterized by low valuations and high potential returns, with a PE ratio of 15x. The first quarter of 2025 saw many gaming companies in both Hong Kong and A-shares outperform expectations [4][6]. - Key companies to watch include Tencent Holdings, NetEase, and Giant Network, with projected revenue growth rates of 11% to 21% for 2025 [6]. Emotional Consumption - Companies like Blukoo and NetEase Cloud Music are highlighted for their growth potential, with Blukoo focusing on expanding its user base among women and older demographics [4]. - NetEase Cloud Music is noted for its steady growth in paid users and improved bargaining power, contributing to revenue and gross margin increases [4]. Film and Entertainment - Alibaba Pictures is shifting focus to live entertainment and IP derivatives, with a projected revenue growth of 38.8% for FY25 [4]. - The report also mentions the potential for valuation recovery in companies like Maoyan Entertainment, which has several upcoming projects [4]. AI and Cloud Computing - The report indicates a low market expectation for AI applications, despite ongoing advancements in the industry. Companies like Tencent and Alibaba are recommended for their strong positions in AI cloud computing and applications [4]. Key Recommendations - The report recommends focusing on companies that cater to emotional consumption, such as Bubble Mart, Blukoo, and NetEase Cloud Music, as well as low-valuation gaming stocks like Giant Network and Perfect World [4]. - It also suggests monitoring companies with improved competitive dynamics and high dividends, such as Focus Media [4].

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the articles highlights a significant recovery in the Chinese film industry, with the total box office for the 2025 Dragon Boat Festival reaching 438 million yuan, a notable increase from 383 million yuan in the previous year [1] - The Chinese media index (399971) saw a strong increase of 1.86%, with key stocks such as Changyu Technology rising by 13.74% and Giant Network by 9.97% [1] - The 2025 Dragon Boat Festival coincided with Children's Day, leading to a box office exceeding 200 million yuan for the first time in 84 days, marking the third occurrence of such a milestone in Chinese film history [1] Group 2 - The Media ETF closely tracks the Chinese media index, which includes 50 large-cap listed companies from sectors such as marketing, advertising, cultural entertainment, and digital media [2] - As of May 30, 2025, the top ten weighted stocks in the Chinese media index accounted for 48.11% of the total index, with companies like Focus Media and Giant Network among the leaders [2] - The index aims to reflect the overall performance of representative listed companies in the media sector [2]

5月份，格力电器和江苏银行均获得6家券商推荐，当月股价分别上涨4.11%、8.07%；海大集团获得5家 券商推荐，当月股价上涨9.25%。 券商金股组合指数的表现也能反映出券商研究所的业务实力。5月份，有26只券商金股组合指数实现上 涨，其中14只券商金股组合指数当月涨超3%。"国元证券金股指数"当月上涨11.91%，涨幅居首；"国盛 证券金股指数""华创证券金股指数""浙商证券金股指数"当月分别上涨5.29%、4.8%、4.63%。 本报记者 周尚伃 见习记者 于宏 近日，券商密集发布6月份金股名单。截至6月2日，券商已合计推荐132只金股，其中，亚钾国际被推荐 次数暂居第一，已获得4家券商推荐。从行业分布来看，上述132只金股中，来自工业和信息技术行业 （Wind一级行业，下同）的金股数量较多。展望6月份市场行情，多位券商分析师预计，科技、消费板 块仍为投资主线。 5月份最强金股涨超45% 回顾5月份，券商5月份合计推荐的272只金股中，132只金股当月股价实现上涨，占比48.53%。32只金 股当月股价涨幅超10%，占比11.76%。 具体来看，5月份涨幅最高的金股为天风证券推荐的潮宏基，当月涨幅为45 ...

Summary of Key Points from the Conference Call Company Overview - The conference call focuses on **Kying Network**, a company operating in the gaming industry, particularly in the **legendary game market**. Core Insights and Arguments - The overall valuation of the gaming sector remains between **15-18 times**, with expectations for strong performance in the summer gaming season and AI applications, suggesting investors should overweight the gaming sector [2][4] - Kying Network holds over **50% market share** in the legendary game market, utilizing user platform development and ecosystem creation to extend player lifecycles and reduce marketing costs. The revenue from the "Legend Box" product has significantly increased, with daily active users steadily rising [2][5] - Since Q4 2024, Kying Network has accelerated the launch of new products, including the SLG product "Three Kingdoms: The Return of Hearts," and major IP products like "Monopoly" and "King of Fighters," with multiple launches expected in August and September [2][6] - The company is actively expanding its overseas business, having established offices in Hong Kong and South Korea, and acquired retro IPs. The overseas business is expected to continue its high growth trajectory of **220%** from 2024, with a focus on Southeast Asian markets [2][7] - In the AI sector, Kying Network is developing AI companionship and social applications, with plans to release AI game engine version 2.0 in the summer, and is exploring AI-assisted content creation [2][8] Additional Important Content - The revenue from the "Legend Box" product grew from **200 million** in 2022 to **600 million** in 2023, and is projected to reach **900 million** in 2024, indicating a high gross margin due to its advertising revenue model [5] - Daily active users increased from **400,000** at the beginning of 2024 to **450,000** by the end of the year, with a target of reaching **500,000** [5] - Kying Network's current valuation is **17 times**, with potential advantages through its IP platform and AI initiatives, allowing it to break free from traditional gaming product cycles [3][10] - The company is also exploring AI toys and collaborating with Dapeng Glasses to develop an AI glasses ecosystem [9]

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Positive" (maintained) [2] Core Insights - The report highlights the continuous innovation in AI applications across social, publishing, and e-commerce sectors, with significant advancements in AI models and their commercial potential [4] - The gaming sector is experiencing a surge with new game launches and IP releases, suggesting a positive outlook for related companies [5] - The report emphasizes the importance of AI in enhancing productivity and efficiency in various industries, particularly in content creation and consumer engagement [4][5] Industry Data Overview - The mobile game "暴吵萌厨" ranked first in the iOS free chart, while "王者荣耀" topped the iOS revenue chart as of May 31, 2025 [12][17] - The film "水饺皇后" achieved the highest box office revenue for the week, indicating strong performance in the cinema sector [27] - The report notes that the A-share media sector outperformed major indices, suggesting robust market conditions [9] Industry News Summary - AI continues to evolve with breakthroughs in generative content creation (AIGC), enhancing user engagement and content diversity [32] - The gaming industry is set to benefit from multiple new game launches and IP expansions, with companies like 心动公司 and 吉比特 being highlighted as key players [5][9] - The report discusses the increasing popularity of AI-driven applications, such as AI music and publishing tools, which are expected to drive further commercialization [4][32]

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Positive" (maintained) [2] Core Insights - The report highlights the continuous innovation in AI applications across various sectors such as social media, publishing, and e-commerce, with significant advancements in AI models and their commercial viability [4][32] - The gaming sector is experiencing a surge with new game launches and IP products, indicating potential revenue growth for companies involved [5][12] - The report suggests a focus on AI applications and their commercialization, recommending specific companies for investment based on their market positioning and product offerings [4][5] Industry Data Overview - The mobile game "暴吵萌厨" ranked first in the iOS free games chart in mainland China, while "王者荣耀" topped the iOS revenue chart [12][17] - The film "水饺皇后" achieved the highest box office revenue for the week, indicating strong performance in the film sector [27] - The report notes that the A-share media sector outperformed major indices, suggesting a positive market trend [9] Industry News Summary - AI technology continues to evolve, with breakthroughs in generative AI and applications in various fields, including gaming and entertainment [32] - The report emphasizes the importance of new game releases and IP product launches as key drivers for revenue growth in the gaming sector [5][12] - The report also discusses the performance of various media products, including TV dramas and variety shows, highlighting their market share and audience engagement [28][29][30]

Group 1 - The core index of the media sector, the CSI Media Index, opened high and fluctuated, with a rise of 0.15% to 1190.44 points and a trading volume of 16.632 billion yuan [1] - The CSI Media Index has increased by 2.14% in the past month, decreased by 6.62% in the past three months, and has risen by 2.75% year-to-date [2] - The index consists of 50 large-cap listed companies from sectors such as marketing and advertising, cultural entertainment, and digital media, reflecting the overall performance of representative listed companies in the media field [2] Group 2 - The top ten weighted companies in the CSI Media Index are: Focus Media (12.21%), Yanshan Technology (5.22%), Kunlun Wanwei (4.88%), Kaiying Network (4.46%), Light Media (4.21%), Leo Group (4.1%), 37 Interactive Entertainment (3.66%), BlueFocus Communication Group (3.39%), Shenzhou Taiyue (3.35%), and Giant Network (3.12%) [2] - The market share of the CSI Media Index holdings is 75.10% from the Shenzhen Stock Exchange and 24.90% from the Shanghai Stock Exchange [3] - The index sample is entirely composed of the communication services sector, with a 100% share [4]