Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for China Taiping [7] Core Views - China Taiping is expected to see a significant increase in net profit for 2025, projected to grow by 215%-225% year-on-year, primarily driven by improved investment income and favorable tax policies [2][11] - The report anticipates a stable recovery in investment returns and a positive impact from tax policy changes, which will enhance the company's profitability [11] Financial Summary - **Insurance Service Revenue**: Expected to increase from 107,489 million HKD in 2023 to 117,071 million HKD in 2025, reflecting a growth rate of 5.2% [5] - **Net Profit**: Projected to rise from 6,190 million HKD in 2023 to 26,982 million HKD in 2025, representing a staggering growth of 220.0% [5] - **Price-to-Earnings (PE) Ratio**: Expected to decrease from 10.63 in 2023 to 3.04 in 2025, indicating a significant improvement in valuation [5] - **Price-to-Book (PB) Ratio**: Anticipated to remain stable around 0.76 for 2025 [5] Key Catalysts - The stabilization of long-term interest rates and a recovery in the equity market are identified as key catalysts for the company's performance [3]

- The report focuses on the performance of Smart beta portfolios, specifically Value, Growth, and Small-cap styles, constructed based on high beta elasticity and long-term stable excess returns objectives[6][7][9] - Value Smart beta portfolios include Value 50 and Value Balanced 50 portfolios, with weekly returns of -1.15% and 0.38%, respectively, and annual returns of -1.47% and 3.52%[4][7][9] - Growth Smart beta portfolios include Growth 50 and Growth Balanced 50 portfolios, with weekly returns of 2.02% and 2.28%, respectively, and annual returns of 5.52% and 6.00%[4][7][16] - Small-cap Smart beta portfolios include Small-cap 50 and Small-cap Balanced 50 portfolios, with weekly returns of 3.24% and 1.70%, respectively, and annual returns of 7.58% and 8.26%[4][7][22] - The report highlights the relative performance of these portfolios against their respective benchmarks, such as the CSI Value Index, CSI Growth Index, and CSI 2000 Index, showcasing excess returns and maximum relative drawdowns[7][9][16]

Investment Rating - The report assigns an "Accumulate" rating for the industrial gas industry [2][7]. Core Insights - The average weekly price of liquid oxygen and liquid nitrogen remains stable year-on-year, while the average price of liquid argon continues to rise year-on-year. Rare gases are experiencing low-level fluctuations [3][6]. - The acquisition of South Korean gas company DIG Airgas by Air Liquide has been completed, which will double the number of employees in Korea and increase total sales to €900 million, enhancing the group's position in this growing economy [3][6]. Price Trends - As of January 15, 2026, the weekly price data for gases is as follows: 1. Liquid Oxygen: Average price of 335 CNY/ton, down 0.3% month-on-month, down 8.7% year-on-year 2. Liquid Nitrogen: Average price of 361 CNY/ton, down 0.6% month-on-month, down 5% year-on-year 3. Liquid Argon: Average price of 1179 CNY/ton, down 1.01% month-on-month, up 117.83% year-on-year 4. Rare Gases: High-purity helium (cylinder): Average price of 86.5 CNY/cubic meter, down 0.98% month-on-month, down 12.18% year-on-year; Xenon: Average price of 21,000 CNY/cubic meter, stable month-on-month, down 27.59% year-on-year; Krypton: Average price of 190 CNY/cubic meter, stable month-on-month, down 39.68% year-on-year; Neon: Average price of 110 CNY/cubic meter, stable month-on-month, down 12% year-on-year [6][8][11]. Industry Operating Rates - The average weekly operating load rate for China's industrial gas sector is 66.73% as of December 31, 2025, with a month-on-month decrease of 1.88 percentage points [5][9]. Recommended Stocks - Recommended stocks include Hangzhou Oxygen Plant (杭氧股份) and Shaanxi鼓动力 (陕鼓动力), with related stocks being Zhengfan Technology (正帆科技), Fostar (福斯达), and Zhongtai Co. (中泰股份) [6][7].

Investment Rating - The report assigns an "Overweight" rating to the robotics industry, indicating a projected performance that exceeds the Shanghai and Shenzhen 300 Index by more than 15% [5][26]. Core Insights - The robotics industry is experiencing significant advancements with the release of the "World Model" by 1X Technologies, which enables the NEO robot to achieve autonomous learning, marking a pivotal step towards embodied intelligence [5][7]. - There is a robust demand in the investment and financing market, with notable funding rounds such as Skild AI securing $1.4 billion to develop a general-purpose robot "brain" [5][13]. - The domestic market is witnessing a surge in new products and applications, with companies like Matrix Super Intelligence and Kepler Robotics making strides in humanoid robot capabilities [5][8][10]. Summary by Sections Industry News and Company Developments - 1X Technologies launched the "World Model" for its NEO humanoid robot, allowing it to autonomously learn and execute tasks based on real-world physics [7]. - Humanoid and Schaeffler announced a strategic partnership to integrate humanoid robots into manufacturing, enhancing industrial automation [7]. - The CES 2026 showcased significant participation from Chinese humanoid robot companies, highlighting advancements in technology and applications [12]. Investment and Financing Dynamics - Skild AI raised $1.4 billion from major investors including SoftBank and NVIDIA, emphasizing a shift in focus from hardware to the cognitive capabilities of robots [13]. - The domestic company Self-Variable Robotics completed a 1 billion yuan A++ financing round led by ByteDance, indicating strong investor interest in the sector [13]. - The first robot leasing platform, "Qingtian Rent," successfully completed seed financing, demonstrating a growing business model in the robotics market [13]. Investment Recommendations - The report recommends focusing on both complete robot manufacturers and core component suppliers, including actuators, motors, reducers, and sensors, with specific companies highlighted for investment [5][18]. - Key recommended companies include Zhaowei Electromechanical, Mingzhi Electric, and Jiechang Drive for actuators and motors, and others for reducers and precision components [18].

Market Performance - Emerging markets continued to rise, with MSCI Global up by 1.9%, MSCI Developed up by 1.3%, and MSCI Emerging up by 6.8%[9] - The Hang Seng Index showed the best performance among emerging markets, increasing by 4.0%[9] - The 10Y U.S. Treasury yield rose significantly, indicating a shift in bond market dynamics[9] Investor Sentiment - Trading volume in the Chinese stock market surged, with the Shanghai Composite Index trading 4.054 billion shares worth $9.94 billion, a week-on-week increase[24] - The short-selling ratio in Hong Kong fell to 12.9%, below the 10-year average, indicating heightened investor confidence[24] Earnings Expectations - U.S. earnings expectations for 2025 were revised upward, with the S&P 500's EPS forecast increasing from +10.3% to +10.4%[68] - The Hang Seng Index's EPS forecast for 2025 was downgraded from -1.8% to -1.9%[68] - European earnings expectations remained stable, with the STOXX50 index's EPS forecast unchanged at -4.6%[69] Economic Outlook - The U.S. economic surprise index rose, influenced by lower-than-expected CPI data and uncertainties regarding the new Federal Reserve chair[9] - The Chinese economic surprise index also increased, supported by the central bank's monetary policy adjustments[9] Capital Flows - Global liquidity showed signs of tightening, with expectations for the Federal Reserve to cut rates decreasing slightly to 1.8 times in 2026[56] - Recent capital inflows into Hong Kong amounted to HKD 240 billion, with significant contributions from the Stock Connect program[65]

Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly provide an investment rating for the industry Core Insights - The establishment of China's first national ESG evaluation standard in the financial sector marks a significant step towards supporting the country's green development strategy and enhancing the quality of the bond market [5][9] - The revised Natural Protection Zone Regulations aim to provide legal support for high-quality development of natural reserves, emphasizing ecological protection and sustainable resource use [10][13] - The joint measures by the Ministry of Civil Affairs and other departments focus on fostering the elderly care service sector, promoting high-quality development in the silver economy [14][15] Policy Trends - The national ESG evaluation framework (GB/T 46912-2025) has been officially released and will be implemented starting April 1, 2026, providing a structured approach for ESG evaluation in the financial sector [5][6] - The revised Natural Protection Zone Regulations will enhance the management and protection of natural reserves, ensuring ecological integrity while allowing for sustainable development [10][13] - The Ministry of Civil Affairs and other departments have issued measures to cultivate elderly service providers, focusing on brand building, market integration, and technological empowerment [14][15] Industry Trends - The establishment of the Global South Sustainable Development Research Center at Shanghai Jiao Tong University aims to promote sustainable development practices and knowledge sharing among Southern countries [16][19] - The National Forestry and Grassland Administration announced a target to complete 12.7 million acres of land greening by 2025, with current forest coverage at 25.09% [20][23] International Events - A joint statement between China and Canada supports bilateral investment and trade in both clean and traditional energy sectors [24] - Three Chinese cities have been recognized in the UN's list of "20 Cities Towards Zero Waste," highlighting their leadership in waste reduction and sustainable management [25] Corporate Dynamics - Anta Group has achieved a significant upgrade in its MSCI ESG rating to "AA" and received the highest "A" rating from CDP for climate change performance, reflecting its commitment to sustainability [26][27] - China General Nuclear Power Corporation won the "Outstanding ESG Award" at the 9th China Excellence IR Awards, recognizing its strong ESG governance practices [28] - Qilu Expressway was awarded both "Top 100 ESG Companies" and "Top 100 IRM Companies," showcasing its commitment to ESG principles and investor relations management [29][30]

Investment Rating - The report assigns an "Overweight" rating for the real estate industry [4]. Core Insights - The real estate sector is expected to experience a noticeable decline in 2025, aligning with earlier predictions that companies would maintain positive cash flow and that there would be no financial risks throughout the year. The focus will shift from finance to economic aspects in 2026 [2]. - The anticipated theme for 2026 is "high-quality development," with an emphasis on urban renewal. Recommended companies include Vanke A, Poly Developments, China Overseas Development, and Longfor Group among others [59]. - The total investment in real estate development is projected to be 8.3 trillion yuan, with sales amounting to 8.4 trillion yuan, achieving the goal of no financial risks for the year. The industry is expected to continue reducing investment, primarily in construction, which will further alleviate spending pressures [59][60]. Summary by Sections Investment Overview - In 2025, the cumulative real estate development investment is expected to decline by 17.2% compared to 2024, with residential investment decreasing by 16.3% [13][11]. - The total sales amount for commercial housing is projected to drop by 12.6% year-on-year [10][11]. Sales and Construction Data - The total sales area of commercial housing for 2025 is estimated at 881 million square meters, reflecting an 8.7% year-on-year decrease [25][10]. - The new construction area is expected to decline by 20.4% year-on-year, while the completion area is projected to decrease by 18.1% [18][9]. Funding Sources - The total funding for real estate development is anticipated to reach 9.31 trillion yuan, with a year-on-year decline of 13.4% [43][11]. - Domestic loans are expected to account for 15.14% of the funding sources, with a year-on-year decrease of 7.3% [47][49]. Market Dynamics - The unsold housing area at the end of 2025 is projected to be 766 million square meters, with a year-on-year increase of 1.6% [60][37]. - The report emphasizes the importance of understanding the real estate sector's impact on the economy, focusing on physical construction rather than virtual rental income [61].

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Market Performance - Emerging markets continued to rise, with MSCI Global up by 1.9%, MSCI Developed up by 1.3%, and MSCI Emerging up by 6.8% during the week [9][12] - In the developed markets, the South Korean Composite Index showed the strongest performance with a gain of 17.2%, while the Nasdaq Index was the weakest, declining by 0.3% [9] - Among emerging markets, the Hang Seng Index performed best with a 4.0% increase, while the Indian Sensex30 was the worst performer, down by 1.7% [9] Trading Sentiment - Trading sentiment in the Chinese stock market increased significantly, with A-shares and Hong Kong stocks showing substantial volume growth, while US stocks saw a slight increase in volume [24] - The short-selling ratio in Hong Kong stocks fell to 12.9%, below the three-year average of 12%, indicating a high level of investor sentiment [24][27] - North American investment sentiment remains at historical highs, with the NAAIM Manager Exposure Index decreasing to 96% [24][27] Fund Flows - The new Federal Reserve chairperson's selection remains uncertain, impacting market expectations for interest rate cuts [56] - As of January 16, market expectations for the Fed to cut rates in 2026 decreased slightly to 1.8 times [56] - Global liquidity showed signs of tightening, with significant inflows into mainland China, the US, South Korea, India, and Europe [64] Earnings Expectations - US earnings expectations were revised upward, particularly in the financial sector, with the S&P 500's 2025 EPS forecast increased from +10.3% to +10.4% [68] - In contrast, the Hang Seng Index's 2025 EPS forecast was downgraded from -1.8% to -1.9%, with the utilities sector seeing the largest upward revision [68][69] - European earnings expectations remained stable, while Japanese earnings expectations were revised downward from +31.0% to +29.4% [69]

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Overweight" rating for the steel industry [5]. Core Insights - Demand is expected to gradually stabilize, while supply-side constraints are anticipated to continue, leading to a potential recovery in the steel industry's fundamentals [3][4]. - The report highlights that despite a long period of micro-profitability in the industry, market-driven supply adjustments have begun, and if supply policies are implemented, the pace of supply contraction may accelerate [3][4]. Summary by Sections Steel Market Overview - The apparent consumption of the five major steel products was 8.2612 million tons, a decrease of 1.77% week-on-week but an increase of 4.33% year-on-year [6]. - The total steel inventory was 12.47 million tons, down 0.55% week-on-week, maintaining a low level [6]. - The average profit margin for rebar was 199.4 CNY/ton, down 15.2 CNY/ton from the previous week [6]. Production and Capacity Utilization - The production of five major steel products was 8.192 million tons, a slight increase of 0.08% week-on-week [6]. - The operating rate of blast furnaces in 247 steel mills was 78.84%, down 0.47 percentage points from the previous week [6][29]. - The capacity utilization rate for these mills was 85.48%, down 0.56 percentage points week-on-week [6][29]. Raw Material Prices - Iron ore spot prices remained unchanged, while futures prices decreased by 0.31% to 812 CNY/ton [48]. - The port inventory of iron ore rose to 165.55 million tons, an increase of 1.72% [52]. - The total shipment volume from major iron ore producers decreased, with Brazil's shipments down 7.37% and Australia's down 2.29% [53][61]. Recommendations - The report recommends focusing on companies with leading technology and product structures, such as Baosteel and Hesteel, as well as those with competitive advantages like CITIC Special Steel and Yongjin Materials [6].