- The A-share prosperity index as of July 11, 2025, is 21.73, which has increased by 16.30 compared to the end of 2023, indicating an upward cycle[2][43] - The A-share sentiment index currently signals a bottom and top sentiment, with a comprehensive signal of "more"[2][50] - The CSI 500 enhanced portfolio outperformed the benchmark by 0.13% this week, with a cumulative excess return of 48.07% since 2020 and a maximum drawdown of -4.99%[2][56] - The CSI 300 enhanced portfolio underperformed the benchmark by 0.06% this week, with a cumulative excess return of 31.78% since 2020 and a maximum drawdown of -5.86%[2][63] - The current market style analysis shows that the liquidity factor is positively correlated with Beta, momentum, and residual volatility, while the value factor is negatively correlated with Beta, residual volatility, and liquidity[2][70] - Pure factor returns for the week indicate that industry factors such as real estate and securities have generated high excess returns, while defense, automotive, and electronics have seen significant pullbacks[2][70] - The market's preference for high-value exposure stocks has led to good performance in the value factor for the Shanghai Composite Index, while the SME and ChiNext indices have performed poorly in the non-linear size factor[2][77]

Quantitative Models and Construction 1. Model Name: Timing Radar Six-Facet Framework - **Model Construction Idea**: The model evaluates equity market performance through a multi-dimensional perspective, incorporating 21 indicators categorized into four major dimensions: "Valuation Cost-Effectiveness," "Macro Fundamentals," "Funds & Trends," and "Crowdedness & Reversal" These dimensions are aggregated into a comprehensive timing score within the range of [-1, 1][1][6][8] - **Model Construction Process**: - The 21 indicators are grouped into six facets: liquidity, economic conditions, valuation, funds, technicals, and crowdedness - Each indicator is normalized and scored based on its historical distribution, with the final score for each dimension being the average of its respective indicators - The comprehensive timing score is calculated as the weighted average of the four major dimensions[1][6][8] - **Model Evaluation**: The model provides a systematic and multi-dimensional approach to market timing, offering insights into market conditions from various perspectives[1][6] --- Quantitative Factors and Construction 1. Factor Name: Monetary Direction Factor - **Factor Construction Idea**: This factor assesses the direction of monetary policy by analyzing changes in central bank policy rates and short-term market rates over the past 90 days[12] - **Factor Construction Process**: - Calculate the average change in central bank policy rates and short-term market rates over the past 90 days - If the factor value > 0, monetary policy is deemed accommodative; if < 0, it is deemed restrictive[12] - **Factor Evaluation**: The factor effectively captures the directional stance of monetary policy, providing a clear signal for market conditions[12] 2. Factor Name: Monetary Strength Factor - **Factor Construction Idea**: This factor measures the deviation of short-term market rates from policy rates using the "interest rate corridor" concept[15] - **Factor Construction Process**: - Compute the deviation as: $ \text{Deviation} = \frac{\text{DR007}}{\text{7-Year Reverse Repo Rate}} - 1 $ - Smooth the deviation and calculate its z-score - If the z-score < -1.5, the environment is deemed accommodative (score = 1); if > 1.5, it is restrictive (score = -1)[15] - **Factor Evaluation**: The factor provides a quantitative measure of liquidity conditions, aiding in the assessment of monetary policy impact[15] 3. Factor Name: Credit Direction Factor - **Factor Construction Idea**: This factor evaluates the transmission of credit to the real economy using medium- and long-term loan data[17] - **Factor Construction Process**: - Calculate the year-over-year growth of medium- and long-term loans over the past 12 months - Compare the current value to its level three months ago - If the factor value is rising, it signals a positive credit environment (score = 1); otherwise, it signals a negative environment (score = -1)[17] - **Factor Evaluation**: The factor captures the dynamics of credit transmission, providing insights into economic conditions[17] 4. Factor Name: Credit Strength Factor - **Factor Construction Idea**: This factor measures whether credit data significantly exceeds or falls short of expectations[21] - **Factor Construction Process**: - Compute the z-score of the difference between actual and expected new RMB loans - If the z-score > 1.5, the environment is deemed credit-positive (score = 1); if < -1.5, it is credit-negative (score = -1)[21] - **Factor Evaluation**: The factor quantifies the surprise element in credit data, offering a predictive signal for market conditions[21] 5. Factor Name: Growth Direction Factor - **Factor Construction Idea**: This factor uses PMI data to assess the direction of economic growth[24] - **Factor Construction Process**: - Calculate the 12-month moving average of PMI data and its year-over-year change - Compare the current value to its level three months ago - If the factor value is rising, it signals positive growth (score = 1); otherwise, it signals negative growth (score = -1)[24] - **Factor Evaluation**: The factor provides a timely measure of economic growth trends, aiding in macroeconomic analysis[24] 6. Factor Name: Growth Strength Factor - **Factor Construction Idea**: This factor measures whether economic growth data significantly exceeds or falls short of expectations[26] - **Factor Construction Process**: - Compute the z-score of the difference between actual and expected PMI values - If the z-score > 1.5, the environment is deemed growth-positive (score = 1); if < -1.5, it is growth-negative (score = -1)[26] - **Factor Evaluation**: The factor captures the surprise element in growth data, providing a predictive signal for economic conditions[26] 7. Factor Name: Inflation Direction Factor - **Factor Construction Idea**: This factor assesses the direction of inflation using CPI and PPI data[30] - **Factor Construction Process**: - Compute the weighted average of smoothed CPI and raw PPI year-over-year changes - Compare the current value to its level three months ago - If the factor value is declining, it signals a disinflationary environment (score = 1); otherwise, it signals an inflationary environment (score = -1)[30] - **Factor Evaluation**: The factor provides insights into inflation trends, aiding in monetary policy analysis[30] 8. Factor Name: Inflation Strength Factor - **Factor Construction Idea**: This factor measures whether inflation data significantly exceeds or falls short of expectations[31] - **Factor Construction Process**: - Compute the z-score of the difference between actual and expected CPI and PPI values - If the z-score < -1.5, the environment is deemed disinflationary (score = 1); if > 1.5, it is inflationary (score = -1)[31] - **Factor Evaluation**: The factor quantifies the surprise element in inflation data, offering a predictive signal for monetary policy[31] --- Backtesting Results of Factors 1. Monetary Direction Factor - Current score: 1[12] 2. Monetary Strength Factor - Current score: -1[15] 3. Credit Direction Factor - Current score: 1[17] 4. Credit Strength Factor - Current score: -1[21] 5. Growth Direction Factor - Current score: -1[24] 6. Growth Strength Factor - Current score: 1[26] 7. Inflation Direction Factor - Current score: 1[30] 8. Inflation Strength Factor - Current score: 0[32]

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Buy" for the stock 兴业银锡 (000426.SZ) with projected EPS growth from 0.86 in 2024 to 1.76 in 2027, and a decreasing PE ratio from 18.90 to 10.05 over the same period [5]. Core Insights - The report highlights a significant misunderstanding regarding silver's price drivers, emphasizing that while industrial demand constitutes nearly 60% of silver's usage, its long-term price correlation is more closely aligned with gold rather than industrial factors [1][11]. - Investment demand is identified as the primary driver of silver's total demand fluctuations, with a noted decline from a peak of 10,522 tons in 2022 to an estimated 5,939 tons in 2024 due to Federal Reserve interest rate hikes. However, the report suggests that there is substantial demand elasticity in this sector, which could counterbalance the impact of rising silver prices on industrial demand [1][18]. - The report argues against the notion that declining photovoltaic (PV) demand will negatively impact silver, citing historical trends where investment demand has compensated for drops in industrial demand. The PV sector contributed 78% of silver's demand growth from 2019 to 2024, despite concerns about slowing growth [2][24][25]. - The report also discusses the silver-gold ratio, suggesting that historical patterns indicate silver often outperforms gold during economic recoveries, even in periods of stagflation. The analysis of past market conditions shows that silver prices can rise significantly, even when industrial demand is under pressure [3][37][38]. Summary by Sections Section 1: Misconceptions about Silver's Price Drivers - Silver's long-term price trends are more aligned with gold than industrial demand, which primarily affects short-term fluctuations [1][14]. - Investment demand is the dominant factor influencing silver's price, with a strong positive correlation observed [1][18]. Section 2: Photovoltaic Demand and Silver - The photovoltaic sector has been a major growth driver for silver demand, with expectations of continued demand despite potential slowdowns [2][24]. - Historical data indicates that declines in specific industrial demands, such as photography, did not hinder silver's performance in past bull markets [2][25]. Section 3: Silver-Gold Ratio and Economic Conditions - The report highlights that silver has historically outperformed gold during economic recoveries, even in stagflation scenarios [3][37]. - The potential for silver price increases remains strong, supported by historical performance during similar economic conditions [3][38].

Group 1 - The strong upward trend of state-owned banks may not have ended, as there is potential for multiple phases of market performance driven by macro narratives and industry prosperity [1][2][15] - Historical trends show that macro-driven industries, such as liquor and white goods, can experience multiple significant price increases over time, while industry prosperity-driven trends typically exhibit a single strong upward movement followed by a consolidation phase [1][14] Group 2 - Currently, state-owned banks do not show signs of overheating, with transaction volume deviation from historical norms at a maximum of 63.59% for 2025, compared to over 100% for other industries during their strong upward trends [3][29] - Forward valuation metrics indicate that the price-to-earnings ratio (PE) for state-owned banks is only 28.72%, significantly lower than the peaks seen in liquor and white goods sectors [3][33] - Institutional holdings in state-owned banks remain low, fluctuating between 1% and 2%, which suggests a lower risk of counterparties compared to other sectors [3][35] Group 3 - Recent market fluctuations, including significant downward movements in state-owned banks on June 27 and July 11, are not uncommon in strong upward trends and do not necessarily indicate a trend reversal [4][36] - The overall market sentiment remains positive, with A-shares showing resilience against external shocks, and the upward trend in indices is expected to continue [5][39]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company [5] Core Views - The company has successfully completed trial production of its innovative mixed waste plastic resource utilization project, marking a significant milestone in addressing global plastic pollution [1][2] - The proprietary CPDCC technology developed by the company allows for high yield and efficient processing of mixed waste plastics, achieving a product yield of over 92% [1][2] - The project has the potential to significantly impact the chemical industry by converting waste plastics into high-value chemical raw materials, with the possibility of replacing 100 million tons of crude oil annually in China [2] Financial Summary - Revenue projections for 2025-2027 are estimated at 1.77 billion, 2.75 billion, and 4.20 billion yuan respectively, with corresponding net profits of 170 million, 500 million, and 880 million yuan [3] - The company is expected to experience substantial growth, with a projected revenue growth rate of 53.7% in 2025 and 53.0% in 2027 [4] - The company's P/E ratios are projected to decrease from 278.4 in 2025 to 54.4 in 2027, indicating improving profitability [3][4]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for Zijin Mining [4][6] Core Views - The company is expected to achieve a net profit of approximately 23.2 billion yuan in the first half of 2025, representing a year-on-year increase of about 54% [1] - The growth in copper and gold production is expected to be in double digits, with gold prices increasing by 39.5% year-on-year [2][3] - The acquisition of the Akyem gold mine in Ghana and the planned acquisition of the RG gold mine project in Kazakhstan are key strategic moves to expand the company's gold mining footprint [3] Financial Performance - For 2025, the company forecasts a net profit of 41.25 billion yuan, with a year-on-year growth rate of 28.7% [4] - The projected earnings per share (EPS) for 2025 is 1.55 yuan, with a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 12.2 [5] - The company’s revenue is expected to grow from 293.4 billion yuan in 2023 to 334 billion yuan in 2025, reflecting an 8.6% year-on-year growth [5] Production and Pricing - In the first half of 2025, the company achieved a copper production of 570,000 tons, a 10% increase year-on-year, and gold production of 410 tons, a 17% increase year-on-year [9] - The average price of copper in the first half of 2025 was $9,445 per ton, a 2.5% increase year-on-year, while the average gold price was $3,076 per ounce [9] Strategic Acquisitions - The company completed the acquisition of 100% equity in the Akyem gold mine, which is expected to contribute significantly to its gold production targets [3] - The RG gold mine project has a resource reserve of 242.1 tons of gold, with an average grade of 1.01 grams per ton and a remaining service life of 16 years [3]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a rating of "Add" for the industry [6] Core Insights - The C-REITs market is experiencing a correction, with the overall market capitalization of listed REITs approximately at 205.16 billion yuan, and an average market cap of about 3 billion yuan per REIT [3][13] - The report highlights the performance of various REIT sectors, noting that ecological and logistics REITs have seen smaller declines compared to larger drops in affordable housing and industrial park REITs [3][13] - The report anticipates a continued warming of the REIT market in 2025 due to a low interest rate environment and macroeconomic recovery, suggesting that timing will be crucial for secondary market investments [5] Summary by Sections REITs Index Performance - The CSI REITs total return index fell by 1.12% this week, closing at 876.6 points, while the total return index for REITs also decreased by 1.12%, closing at 1103.9 points [1][11] - Year-to-date, the CSI REITs total return index has increased by 14.05%, ranking third among various indices [2][11] REITs Secondary Market Performance - The secondary market for C-REITs showed a correction this week, with an average decline of 1.54% across 68 listed REITs, where 8 increased and 60 decreased [3][13] - The ecological and logistics sectors experienced the least decline, while affordable housing and industrial park sectors faced the largest drops [3][13] REITs Valuation Performance - The internal rate of return (IRR) for listed REITs shows significant differentiation, with the top three being Huaxia China Communications REIT (11.1%), Ping An Guangzhou Guanghe REIT (10.7%), and Zhongjin Anhui Jiaokong REIT (8.2%) [5] - The price-to-net asset value (P/NAV) ratio ranges from 0.7 to 1.9, with Zhongjin Xiamen Anju REIT at 1.9 being the highest [5]

Group 1: Macro Insights - The report highlights a further weakening in real estate sales, with new home sales in 30 cities and second-hand home sales in 18 cities continuing to decline, exceeding seasonal patterns and showing a significant year-on-year drop [5] - The "anti-involution" policy and high temperatures have led to a rebound in commodity prices such as coal and steel, while asphalt and cement production has shown some improvement, albeit from low absolute values [5] - Key upcoming events to monitor include the US tariff negotiations, the State Council meeting in July, the Politburo meeting at the end of July, and the Federal Reserve's interest rate meeting on July 31 [5] Group 2: Market Performance - The report indicates that the market is likely to continue its upward trend, with the Shanghai Composite Index rising by 1.09% over the week, and several sectors confirming daily and weekly uptrends [6] - A total of 23 industries are currently in a weekly uptrend, suggesting the beginning of a bull market characterized by broad-based gains [6] Group 3: Sector-Specific Insights - In the renewable energy sector, the report notes the issuance of mandatory green electricity consumption responsibilities across five major industries, indicating a push towards renewable energy adoption [29] - The coal industry is experiencing a price surge due to high demand and supply constraints, with recommendations to focus on leading coal enterprises such as China Shenhua and China Coal Energy [16] - The AI for Science initiative is highlighted as a transformative force in chemical research, with significant market potential and the ability to enhance research efficiency [22][23] Group 4: Real Estate Trends - The report observes a significant decline in new home transactions in early July, attributed to seasonal factors and a low market volume, indicating a sluggish real estate environment [31] - It emphasizes the importance of policy support for the real estate sector, suggesting that the market is closely tied to economic indicators and government actions [33] Group 5: Agricultural Sector Outlook - The agricultural sector is projected to see a slight decline in pig prices, with an average price of 14.5 CNY/kg in Q2 2025, reflecting a year-on-year decrease [34] - The report anticipates that leading companies in the livestock sector will continue to optimize costs, with significant profit forecasts for companies like Muyuan Foods [34] Group 6: Textile and Apparel Industry - The textile and apparel sector shows mixed results, with some companies reporting improved revenues in June compared to May, while others face challenges [25] - Investment recommendations include focusing on brands with strong fundamentals and growth potential, such as Anta Sports and Bosideng [25]

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Overweight" rating for the real estate industry [4][6] Core Insights - The new housing market is currently experiencing a significant downturn, with a notable decrease in transaction volumes during July, traditionally a slow season for real estate. The new housing transaction area in 30 cities was 1.31 million square meters, down 54.8% month-on-month and 20.2% year-on-year [23][30] - The land market is showing signs of structural differentiation, with residential land transfer fees in 300 cities increasing by 27.5% year-on-year, while transaction area decreased by 5.5%. The top 20 cities accounted for 68% of the national land transfer fees [3][11] - The report highlights that the real estate sector is a leading economic indicator, suggesting that investments in this sector can serve as a barometer for economic trends [4] Summary by Sections 1. Land Market Dynamics - The land transfer fees have increased significantly, particularly in first and second-tier cities, where the growth exceeded 40%. However, the overall land transfer volume remains at historical lows [3][11] 2. Market Review - The real estate index increased by 6.1% this week, outperforming the CSI 300 index by 5.3 percentage points, ranking first among 31 sectors. A total of 104 stocks rose, with notable gains from companies like 渝开发 and 绿地控股 [12][18] 3. New and Second-Hand Housing Transactions - New housing transactions in 30 cities were 1.31 million square meters, reflecting a significant decline. In contrast, second-hand housing transactions in 14 sample cities totaled 1.88 million square meters, down 3.7% month-on-month and 7.2% year-on-year [23][35] 4. Credit Bond Issuance - In the week of July 7-13, 26 credit bonds were issued by real estate companies, totaling 22.683 billion yuan, with a net financing amount of 3.478 billion yuan. The majority of the bonds issued were rated AAA [48][49]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for major construction enterprises, indicating a significant demand for rebound in the construction sector compared to the banking sector [8][31]. Core Insights - The domestic construction industry has evolved into a model with financial attributes similar to banks, where construction companies provide financing to clients, thus resembling "shadow banks" [1][14]. - The construction sector has lagged behind the banking sector in terms of stock performance, with a 76.1% increase in the banking sector since December 20, 2023, compared to only 13.5% in the construction sector, indicating a clear need for catch-up [2][15]. - The dividend yield of leading construction state-owned enterprises (SOEs) is attractive, with several companies offering yields above 3% in A-shares and over 5% in H-shares, making them appealing for long-term investors [3][22]. Summary by Sections Section 1: Industry Overview - The construction industry operates with a business model that has financial characteristics, requiring companies to provide upfront financing to secure projects, which has led to a high-leverage, asset-heavy structure [1][14]. - Major assets of construction firms include cash and receivables, which are akin to financial assets, while liabilities are primarily operational debts, similar to bank deposits [1][14]. Section 2: Market Performance - The construction sector's performance has been hindered by concerns over slow repayments from government and real estate developers, but these pessimistic expectations are now largely priced in, suggesting a potential for valuation recovery [2][15]. - The report highlights that the construction sector's valuation has been stabilizing, indicating a potential for upward movement as market conditions improve [2][15]. Section 3: Dividend Appeal - A-shares of leading construction SOEs show a competitive dividend yield, with companies like China Railway, China Railway Construction, and China Communications Construction yielding over 3% [3][22]. - In H-shares, the average dividend yield for construction SOEs matches that of leading banks, reflecting strong investment attractiveness [3][22]. Section 4: Policy Impact - Upcoming policies are expected to accelerate infrastructure project implementation, which, combined with a low base effect, may lead to improved revenue and performance for construction SOEs in the latter half of the year [4][26]. - The report anticipates that fiscal policies will be enhanced, with an increase in the issuance of special bonds and other financing tools to support infrastructure development [4][26]. Section 5: Competitive Landscape - The construction industry is witnessing a push against "involution" or excessive competition, with major players advocating for a focus on sustainable growth and innovation rather than aggressive expansion [7][30]. - This initiative aims to improve project profitability and stabilize the competitive environment within the industry [7][30]. Section 6: Investment Recommendations - The report recommends investing in undervalued construction SOEs, highlighting companies such as China Energy Engineering, China State Construction, and China Communications Construction as key targets for investment [8][31]. - The expected recovery in earnings and the attractive dividend yields position these companies favorably for long-term investment [8][31].