Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for BYD with a target price of HKD 491.00 [6][21][19] Core Insights - BYD reported a revenue of CNY 170 billion in 1Q25, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 36% but a quarter-on-quarter decline of 38% due to a shipment of 1 million NEVs, which is a 60% increase year-on-year [1][8] - The gross profit margin (GPM) for BYD in 1Q25 was 20.1%, down 0.6 percentage points year-on-year, indicating ongoing fierce competition in the market [1][8] - Operating profit for BYD was CNY 5.6 billion, a 39% increase year-on-year, while net profit reached CNY 9.2 billion, doubling year-on-year [1][8] Summary by Sections Financial Performance - Revenue for 1Q25 was CNY 170.36 billion, a 36% increase year-on-year but a 38% decrease quarter-on-quarter [8] - Operating profit was CNY 5.6 billion, up 39% year-on-year, while net profit was CNY 9.2 billion, reflecting a 100% increase year-on-year [1][8] - The GPM was 20.1%, down from 20.7% in 1Q24, indicating a decline in profitability due to competitive pressures [1][8] Market Dynamics - The report highlights that BYD continues to benefit from its business scale despite a competitive environment, with sales and marketing expenses growing at a slower pace than revenue [1][4] - Recent government policies tightening smart driving function promotions have affected order volumes across the industry, prompting a shift in focus towards pricing strategies [2][3] Strategic Initiatives - BYD has initiated time-limited promotions with price cuts of 8-17% on select models to stimulate demand [4] - The company aims to improve liquidity through a proposed distribution of bonus shares, increasing the total number of shares from 3,039 million to 9,117 million [5][21]

Investment Rating - The report downgrades the investment rating of Sungrow Power Supply from Buy to Neutral, with a target price reduced from CNY 100 to CNY 58 [3][5][21]. Core Insights - The earnings for 1Q25 exceeded expectations due to strong growth in the energy storage system (ESS) segment, with revenue growth of 50.9% year-on-year [1]. - Despite strong shipment forecasts for 2025, the report expresses caution regarding potential earnings due to tariff headwinds and increased competition in emerging markets [2][3]. - The company has suspended ESS shipments to the US market, which typically offers better gross margins, impacting future earnings [2][3]. Summary by Sections Financial Performance - Sungrow reported 4Q24 revenue of CNY 27.9 billion, an 8.0% year-on-year increase, and 1Q25 revenue of CNY 19.0 billion, a 50.9% year-on-year increase [1]. - The net profit for 4Q24 was CNY 3,437 million, up 55% year-on-year, and for 1Q25, it was CNY 3,826 million, up 83% year-on-year [1]. Shipment Forecasts - For 2025, solar and ESS shipments are estimated at 160GW (up 9% year-on-year) and over 40GWh (up 43% year-on-year), respectively [2]. - The company reported solar inverter and ESS shipments of 147GW and 28GWh in 2024, aligning with previous estimates [1]. Valuation Metrics - The new target price of CNY 58 is based on a P/E ratio of 11.3x for 2025F, reflecting a decrease from the previous 16x due to anticipated margin pressures [3][13]. - The report indicates a projected normalized EPS decline from CNY 5.67 to CNY 5.12 for 2025F [3][4]. Market Context - The report highlights intensified competition in the Middle East market, which may further limit Sungrow's shipment and earnings growth in 2H25 [2]. - The company is facing challenges from increased anti-dumping and countervailing duties affecting solar module shipments to the US [2].

Investment Rating - The report indicates a shift in investment strategy from "American Exception" to "American Exclusion," suggesting a negative outlook on U.S. assets and a positive outlook on European and Asian markets, particularly in technology sectors [1][2]. Core Insights - The phenomenon of "American Exclusion" is driven by weakening economic growth expectations in the U.S., leading to a significant outflow of funds from dollar-denominated assets into euros, yen, gold, and global technology investments [1][2]. - The rise of AI technology is accelerating the commercialization of China's tech industry, resulting in increased foreign investment in Hong Kong tech companies, which in turn boosts trading volumes in A-shares [1][3]. - There is a notable increase in southbound capital flows contributing over 20% to Hong Kong's trading volume, marking a historical high, while liquidity is primarily flowing into small-cap stocks like the CSI 2000 [1][3][6]. Summary by Sections Global Fund Flow Trends - Since the first half of 2025, a significant trend of capital outflow from U.S. assets has been observed, particularly since April, reinforcing the "American Exclusion" phenomenon [2]. - The performance of the Hang Seng Tech Index and European markets has been strong, contrasting with the average performance of U.S. and Japanese markets [2]. U.S. Economic Uncertainty - Increasing uncertainty regarding U.S. economic growth is a key factor driving the "American Exclusion" trend, with consumer confidence and purchasing manager indices indicating weakened confidence [4]. - The U.S. government’s spending cuts and defense department layoffs are expected to negatively impact employment data [4]. Institutional vs. Retail Investor Behavior - There is a significant behavioral difference between institutional and retail investors, with institutional trading volumes rising and improving market sentiment, while retail investor sentiment remains low [5][6]. - The proportion of financing purchases has been slow to recover, currently around 4%, which is below levels seen in November of the previous year [6]. Future Market Outlook - The report anticipates that the next interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve may occur around December 2025, with potential trading opportunities arising from market adjustments to economic data shifts [10]. - The report highlights that sectors such as technology, AI, high-end manufacturing, and renewable energy are likely to attract investor interest in the coming period [20][21]. Foreign Investment in China - Foreign investors are expected to maintain a positive outlook on the Chinese market, with expectations of further inflows into A-shares and H-shares as U.S. economic data weakens [22].

Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly provide an investment rating for the industry Core Insights - The ongoing US-China trade conflict is described as a "struggle," with a call for emergency plans to assist affected businesses and accelerate policy easing measures [1] - The report highlights the need for Beijing to adopt bolder actions to address unprecedented challenges, including cleaning up the real estate sector and reforming the pension system to support consumption sustainably [5] - The meeting emphasized the importance of stabilizing employment and prices, particularly in light of the significant tariffs imposed by the US [9] Summary by Sections Economic Policy Measures - The report urges the implementation of "more proactive macroeconomic policies" and emphasizes the need to accelerate policy execution [6] - It suggests that the government should expedite the use of special bonds issued by local and central governments [6] - The report maintains predictions for a 50 basis point reserve requirement ratio cut and a 15 basis point interest rate cut in the second quarter, with similar actions expected in the fourth quarter [6] Support for Affected Industries - New structural monetary policy tools and financial instruments will be introduced to support technological development, expand consumption, and stabilize foreign trade [8] - A new relending plan will be launched to promote service consumption and elderly care services [8] - The leadership has committed to increasing the unemployment insurance fund's return ratio to support employment stability for businesses severely impacted by tariffs [8] Agricultural and Labor Market Stability - The report stresses the need to enhance domestic agricultural production to stabilize prices of essential goods, especially in light of the US's high tariffs on Chinese imports [9] - It highlights the challenges posed by the low substitutability of certain US-imported agricultural products and the time required for domestic production adjustments [9] - The report underscores the importance of providing multifaceted support to struggling enterprises, including improving financing channels [10]

Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly provide an investment rating for the industry Core Insights - The Chinese economy is facing simultaneous challenges from a declining property sector and escalating US-China trade tensions, which are expected to weaken the property market further, particularly in tier-one cities [1][2] - The Emerging Industries PMI (EPMI) has significantly dropped, indicating a bleak outlook for growth post-Q1, with expectations of a decline in the official manufacturing PMI [2] - Local governments' land sales revenues have deteriorated, reflecting ongoing fiscal challenges [3][4] Summary by Sections Economic Overview - New home sales in major cities are declining at a double-digit rate, with no signs of stabilization in the housing sector [1] - The EPMI fell by 10.2 percentage points to 49.4 in April, indicating a contraction in emerging industries [2] Fiscal Revenue and Expenditure - On-budget fiscal revenue growth improved slightly to 0.3% year-on-year in March, while tax revenue growth showed signs of recovery [3] - Local governments' land sales revenues worsened to -16.3% year-on-year in March, indicating ongoing fiscal stress [4] - On-budget fiscal expenditure growth accelerated to 5.7% year-on-year in March, driven by increased government bond issuance [5] Property Market Dynamics - Growth in property-related tax revenues improved to -0.1% year-on-year in March, but local governments' land sales revenues continued to decline [4] - New home sales volume in major cities showed a modest improvement, with tier-one cities experiencing a decline of -10.1% year-on-year [11] Trade and Shipping - Container throughput at major ports increased by 10.3% year-on-year, while cargo throughput rose by 5.1% year-on-year [11] - The China Containerized Freight Index (CCFI) increased by 1.4% from the end of March, indicating a mixed trend in shipping costs [11]

Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly provide an investment rating for the industry or specific securities [1]. Core Insights - The model projection for USD/CNY fix is 7.2967, which is 912 pips higher than the previous projection of 7.2055, and 87 pips higher from the previous official spot close [1]. - The model projection with the counter-cyclical factor is 7.2484, indicating a 429 pips increase from the previous fix [1]. Summary by Sections - **Model Projections**: The USD/CNY fix model indicates a significant increase in projections, reflecting market expectations and potential currency fluctuations [1]. - **Analyst Contributions**: The report includes contributions from multiple analysts, indicating a collaborative approach to the analysis of the Asia FX strategy [2]. - **Event Calendar**: Key upcoming events involving China include the G-24 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors' Meeting on April 22, 2025, and a Politburo meeting for economic work at the end of April 2025 [9].

Investment Rating - The report indicates that Emerging Market (EM) funds remain underweight (UW) on EM Asia equities, particularly in Hong Kong/China and India, while showing some overweight (OW) positions in Taiwan and Korea [1][2]. Core Insights - EM funds' relative allocations to Hong Kong/China decreased by 0.4 percentage points month-on-month (m-m) as of end-March 2025, with 31 out of 49 funds reporting lower allocations [1][2] - Allocations to India also decreased by 0.3 percentage points m-m, with 60% of EM funds now underweight on India [3] - In contrast, relative allocations to Taiwan and Korea increased by 0.4 percentage points and 0.2 percentage points m-m, respectively [1][2] Summary by Sections Fund Allocations - As of end-March 2025, EM funds are underweight on EM Asia, except for Indonesia and Korea, with relative allocations increasing m-m for Taiwan, Korea, Brazil, and Saudi Arabia, while decreasing for Hong Kong/China and India [2][8] - The majority of funds are now underweight on Hong Kong/China compared to India or Taiwan [2] Performance Analysis - In March, 38 out of 49 funds outperformed the MSCI EM Index, but only 12 funds have outperformed month-to-date in April [4] - The report highlights that during a previous rally in September 2024, only 11 funds managed to outperform the benchmark [4] Relative Weightings - The report provides a detailed analysis of current overweight and underweight positions against the MSCI EM benchmark, showing a decrease in allocations to Hong Kong/China and India, while Taiwan and Korea saw increases [5][20]

Investment Rating - The report assigns a "Buy" rating to several companies including Ain Holdings, Tsumura, Sawai Group Holdings, Litalico, M3, JMDC, Medley, Gakken Holdings, Ship Healthcare Holdings, SMS, and Cyberdyne, while others are rated "Neutral" [29][29][29]. Core Insights - The healthcare sector is expected to show resilience against US tariffs, with a focus on defensive growth stocks that can benefit from system risks and return to growth trajectories [1][2]. - The report emphasizes the importance of stock selection based on defensive characteristics, earnings recovery potential, and contributions to the medical DX market [1][2]. - There is an anticipated recovery in earnings for companies affected by previous revisions to medical reimbursements and COVID-related subsidies, paving the way for a return to normal growth [2][3]. Summary by Relevant Sections Defensive Growth Stocks - Companies like Ain Holdings are expected to benefit from reduced reimbursement impacts and improved business efficiency through dispensing DX [1][1]. - Tsumura is projected to see growth from higher domestic sales volumes and overseas expansion due to deregulation in China [1][1]. - Sawai Group Holdings is anticipated to grow sales and improve margins by providing a stable supply of generics [1][1]. Earnings Recovery - Litalico is expected to return to profitability as disruptions from curriculum changes in the child welfare segment ease [1][1]. - M3 is forecasted to benefit from improved pharmaceutical marketing operations and increased uptake of medical institution DX [1][1]. - JMDC is expected to see higher unit prices and more projects leveraging its competitive advantages [1][1]. Growth Trajectory - Companies like Medley are expected to recover in their HR platform business and see growth in their medical platform business [1][1]. - Ship Healthcare Holdings anticipates steady demand for hospital remodeling projects and growth driven by renewed demand for replacement medical equipment [20][20]. - Cyberdyne is focusing on establishing cybernics centers in Southeast Asia and benefiting from government approvals in Japan [28][28].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for Zhongji InnoLight with a target price reduced to CNY 125, implying a 54% upside from the closing price of CNY 81.19 on April 21, 2025 [5][26]. Core Insights - The company experienced significant revenue and earnings growth in FY24, with year-on-year revenue growth of 122.6% and earnings growth of 142.6%. However, 1Q25 revenue growth was subdued at 37.8% year-on-year due to a shortage of EML chips, while earnings rose 56.8% year-on-year, driven by better gross profit margins [1][2][19]. - Demand for 800G transceivers is expected to remain strong, while demand for 1.6T transceivers may slow down this year but is anticipated to ramp up next year. The easing of the EML chip shortage is expected to improve shipment volumes in the coming quarters [2][19]. - The report highlights that a temporary tariff exemption is currently easing margin pressure and may boost near-term shipments, although the risk of a tariff hike remains a concern [3][19]. Financial Summary - FY24 revenue was reported at CNY 23,862 million, with a projected revenue of CNY 37,228 million for FY25 and CNY 41,462 million for FY26. The normalized net profit for FY24 was CNY 5,171 million, with projections of CNY 8,202 million for FY25 and CNY 9,373 million for FY26 [4][10]. - The gross profit margin (GPM) is expected to improve slightly, with FY25-26F GPM raised by 0.1 percentage points due to a better product mix [16][19]. - The company is currently trading at a normalized P/E of 9.7x for FY26F, which is below the median P/E range of the China electronic/communication component companies [1][4][19].

Investment Rating - The report suggests a cautious approach towards investment in the current economic climate, emphasizing the need for strategic planning and policy implementation to mitigate risks associated with the ongoing US-China trade conflict [1][5]. Core Insights - The report highlights that the ongoing US-China trade conflict is perceived as a "struggle," with calls for emergency plans to support affected businesses and accelerate policy easing measures [1][5]. - It notes that the Chinese government is not in a rush to implement specific stimulus measures, aiming to project a calm and prepared image while assessing the uncertain impacts of new tariffs [2][4]. - The report warns that the simultaneous decline of the real estate market and export sector could have destructive and structural impacts on economic growth, necessitating policies that go beyond short-term stimulus [5][6]. - It emphasizes the importance of a proactive macroeconomic policy, urging the acceleration of fiscal and monetary policy measures, including the issuance of special bonds and potential interest rate cuts [8][10]. Summary by Sections Economic Policy - The report stresses the need for a more aggressive macroeconomic policy, advocating for the timely implementation of fiscal and monetary measures to stabilize the economy [8][10]. - It predicts a 50 basis point cut in reserve requirements and a 15 basis point interest rate cut in the second quarter, with similar actions expected in the fourth quarter [8][10]. Real Estate and Exports - The report indicates that the real estate sector continues to decline, and the export industry faces significant challenges due to high tariffs, which could exacerbate economic pressures [6][12]. - It suggests that the government should focus on reforming the real estate sector and improving policies related to housing inventory management [10][12]. Employment and Agriculture - The report highlights the importance of stabilizing the labor market and agricultural prices, particularly in light of the cessation of agricultural imports from the US due to tariffs [11][12]. - It calls for enhanced domestic agricultural production to ensure food security and price stability [12]. Support for Businesses - The report emphasizes the need for multi-faceted support for struggling enterprises, including improving financing channels and promoting domestic and international trade integration [13].