1. Report Industry Investment Rating No information provided. 2. Core Viewpoints - In November, although the manufacturing economic activity did not exceed expectations, there were still positive factors. The emerging industries' prosperity rebounded first, the inventory problem caused by supply - demand imbalance was continuously digested, and the price upward trend remained unchanged with a continuous repair expectation for next year. The impact of new policy - based financial instruments on the industry and market was still in the early stages, and the actual work volume needed further verification next year [5]. 3. Summary by Directory 3.1 Demand Drags Production, and De - stocking Exceeds Re - stocking - The drag of previous supply - demand imbalance on production emerged. The production index was weak in the past two months, and the procurement volume was below the critical value for two consecutive months. The "new order index - production index" reached a peak in September [13]. - Manufacturing enterprises have been actively de - stocking for nearly half a year. The inventory growth rate was already at a historically low level, and the downward space was limited. Compared with previous inventory cycles, this cycle had two characteristics: the peak was much lower and the inventory state switched frequently at a low level. The active re - stocking period was short, and the active de - stocking period was long. This was favorable for the bond market [16]. 3.2 Differentiation between Traditional Manufacturing and Emerging Industries - Traditional manufacturing has been in a downturn since April, with PMI below the boom - bust line for 8 consecutive months. However, emerging industries showed improvement since September. The EPMI index of emerging industries was above the boom - bust line for 3 consecutive months, and the BCI index of high - quality private enterprises also rose above the line, with sub - items such as corporate financing environment and investment forward - looking index improving significantly [19]. - The improvement in the prosperity of emerging industries boosted the employment market. The BCI corporate recruitment forward - looking index improved, and the "Internet unemployment benefit search index" decreased. The 500 billion yuan new policy - based financial instruments, fully invested by the end of October, supported over 2,300 projects with a total investment of about 7 trillion yuan, showing a strong pulling effect on emerging industries [19][25]. 3.3 Rare Contraction in Service Industry Prosperity - This month, the non - manufacturing PMI dropped 0.6 points to 49.5, falling below the critical value for the first time excluding public health events. The construction industry was at the bottom, and the service industry was the main drag. The service industry PMI dropped 0.7 points to 49.5, which was a rare contraction. This was related to seasonal factors and the real - estate sales slump [5][26]. - Some industries in the service industry, such as railway transportation, telecommunications, and finance, were in a high - prosperity range, while real - estate and residential services were below the critical point [28][29].

Group 1: Industrial Profit and Economic Indicators - In October, the profit growth rate of industrial enterprises above designated size was -5.5%, down from 21.6%, indicating a shift from positive to negative growth[4] - The industrial added value year-on-year growth was 4.9%, down from 6.5% in the previous period[4] - The PPI year-on-year was -2.1%, slightly improved from -2.3%[4] - The operating income profit margin fell from 18.7% to -5.7% year-on-year due to rising costs and a high base effect from last year[4] Group 2: Consumer Behavior and Market Trends - During the "Black Friday" shopping season, 1.87 billion consumers are expected to participate, a record high, but average planned spending decreased by 4% to $622[7] - The U.S. consumer confidence index fell to 51 in November, down from 53.6 in October, marking a historical low[7] - In November, the PMI marginally increased by 0.2 percentage points, influenced by seasonal factors, with price indices performing better than recent futures market prices[10] Group 3: Risks and Policy Responses - Risks include U.S.-China trade tensions, tariff increases, and global supply chain adjustments, which may lead to export fluctuations and profit declines[3] - The Chinese government is focusing on enhancing consumer supply and demand compatibility through a new implementation plan aimed at optimizing consumption structures by 2027[19] - The price of lithium iron phosphate increased by 12.5% from 34,800 yuan/ton to 39,100 yuan/ton due to regulatory measures against price competition[15]

Investment Rating - The report suggests a positive outlook for the humanoid robot industry, indicating a strong investment opportunity in the sector [3][32]. Core Insights - The humanoid robot industry is experiencing accelerated demand, with companies like UBTECH securing significant orders, leading the global market with over 1.3 billion yuan in orders for 2025 [1][21]. - The launch of the LinkSoul platform by ZhiYuan Robotics marks a significant step towards personalized intelligent agents, allowing users to customize robots across multiple dimensions [1][19]. - The industry is witnessing a shift from demonstration applications to large-scale deployment, driven by policy support and increasing commercial interest [8][10]. Summary by Sections 1. Humanoid Robots - The industry is entering a phase of order release and mass production, with UBTECH winning a 1.43 billion yuan contract, pushing its total humanoid robot orders to over 1.3 billion yuan for 2025 [1][21]. - ZhiYuan Robotics has introduced the LinkSoul platform, enabling comprehensive customization of robots, which signifies a transition from execution tools to personalized intelligent agents [1][19]. 2. Core Components - Key players like Qide New Materials are achieving breakthroughs in carbon fiber components for humanoid robots, securing small batch orders [25][29]. - Companies such as Sanxie Electric are entering mass supply phases for core electric motor products, indicating a robust supply chain development [25][31]. 3. Investment Recommendations - The report emphasizes that embodied intelligence represents the strongest application of AI, with humanoid robots being a crucial direction [3][32]. - It highlights the importance of monitoring technological iterations and component supply chain dynamics in the second half of 2025 [32][33].

Investment Rating - The report suggests a positive outlook for the brokerage sector, indicating a potential recovery in performance for undervalued leading brokerages as mergers progress and international business expands [3]. Core Insights - The brokerage sector is experiencing a significant divergence between performance and valuation, with high earnings growth but stock prices under pressure, leading to a price-to-book (PB) ratio of 1.35x, which is at the 33rd percentile over the past decade [3]. - The report highlights three main investment themes: 1. Focus on listed brokerages with better-than-expected Q3 results and a current PB of only 1.35x, recommending firms like Guotai Junan and Haitong Securities [3]. 2. Investment in Sichuan Shuangma, which is positioned well in the technology sector and is expected to benefit from gene therapy investments [3]. 3. Attention to multi-financial firms with strong growth, particularly Hong Kong Exchanges, which will benefit from deepening connectivity and increased trading activity from A-share companies listing in Hong Kong [3]. Summary by Sections Securities Sector - The brokerage sector's performance has lagged behind the market, with a year-to-date increase of 0% and a 15 percentage point underperformance compared to the broader market [3]. - The report emphasizes the potential for performance recovery among leading brokerages due to ongoing mergers and international business expansion [3]. Insurance Sector - The introduction of innovative drugs into group health insurance in Shanghai is expected to accelerate by the end of December 2025, with over 80 high-value innovative drugs anticipated to be included [4]. - The new group insurance product will have a lower threshold for coverage compared to existing medical insurance, with an individual deductible of 35,000 yuan, effectively mitigating catastrophic financial risks for individuals [4]. - Initial sales projections for the new group insurance are estimated to be between 500 million to 1 billion yuan annually, with the potential for significant payouts for innovative drugs [4]. Investment Recommendations - The report anticipates a double-digit growth in new insurance premiums due to the upcoming "opening red" season and the favorable long-term outlook for the insurance sector [5]. - It recommends focusing on leading insurance companies with strong business quality and low liability costs, as well as property insurance companies benefiting from regulatory changes [5].

Investment Rating - The report indicates a neutral investment rating for the agricultural sector, with expectations of limited price fluctuations in the near term [61]. Core Insights - The agricultural sector index has shown a weekly increase of 1.57%, but it has underperformed compared to the Shanghai Composite Index [13][14]. - The pig farming industry is currently facing a downward price trend, with an average price of 11.19 yuan/kg, reflecting a week-on-week decrease of 3.87% [21]. - The poultry farming sector is experiencing a stabilization at the bottom of the market, with yellow feathered chicken prices showing improvement due to better downstream demand [28]. - The beef market is expected to see price increases as it enters the consumption peak season, while dairy cow inventory trends are decreasing [35]. - The planting industry is facing short-term supply and demand pressures, but there is potential for improvement if there are significant reductions in grain production [42]. Summary by Sections 1. Market Review - The agricultural index closed at 2991.22 points, with a weekly increase of 1.57%, while the Shanghai Composite Index increased by 1.40% [13][14]. 2. Key Data Tracking 2.1 Pig Farming - The average weight of pigs at market is 129.22 kg, with ongoing losses in the industry. The number of breeding sows is decreasing, indicating accelerated capacity reduction [3][21][22]. 2.2 Poultry Farming - White feathered chicken prices are under pressure, while yellow feathered chicken prices are improving due to better demand and supply contraction [4][28]. 2.3 Livestock - Live cattle prices in Shandong are at 26.80 yuan/kg, with expectations for steady price increases as the market enters a consumption peak [5][35]. 2.4 Planting Industry - Domestic corn prices are at 2218.57 yuan/ton, with fluctuations expected due to new crop listings and external uncertainties [42][43]. 2.5 Feed & Aquaculture - Feed prices are stabilizing, while aquaculture prices are showing upward trends, particularly for shrimp and fish products [48][55].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company, expecting a price increase of over 15% in the next 6-12 months [5][12]. Core Insights - In Q3 2025, the company reported revenue of 95.5 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 2%. However, it faced a Non-IFRS net loss of 16 billion yuan, marking a shift from profit to loss compared to the previous year [2]. - The local core business revenue was 67.4 billion yuan, down 2.8% year-on-year, with an operating loss of 14.1 billion yuan, indicating a significant decline in profitability [3]. - New business revenue reached 28 billion yuan, reflecting a robust growth of 15.9% year-on-year, although it still incurred an operating loss of 1.3 billion yuan [4]. Financial Performance Summary - The company’s projected revenues for 2025, 2026, and 2027 are 364.1 billion yuan, 419.9 billion yuan, and 486.7 billion yuan, respectively. The Non-IFRS net profits are expected to be -18.1 billion yuan in 2025, 16.6 billion yuan in 2026, and 48.2 billion yuan in 2027 [5][10]. - The operating income growth rate is projected to be 7.88% in 2025, followed by 15.31% in 2026 and 15.91% in 2027 [10]. - The report indicates a significant improvement in operating efficiency and user engagement in the new business segments, particularly in grocery retail and international expansion [4].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a positive outlook on AI-PCB and core computing hardware, as well as the Apple supply chain and self-controllable beneficiary industries [1][4][26]. Core Viewpoints - The demand for AI remains strong, with significant growth expected in ASICs driven by the explosive increase in token numbers from major players like Google, Amazon, Meta, OpenAI, and Microsoft [1][4][26]. - The report highlights the impressive performance of Google's Gemini 3, which supports a large context window and introduces innovative features like the Deep Think mode, enhancing AI capabilities [1]. - The North American cloud service providers (CSPs) are expected to sustain high capital expenditures, with room for further increases, indicating a robust investment environment in the AI sector [1][4]. - The report suggests that the AI demand will lead to a strong recovery in the PCB market, with many AI-PCB companies experiencing full production and sales [26]. Summary by Sections 1. Consumer Electronics - Apple has launched new products, including the iPhone 17 series and AR glasses, which are expected to drive demand in the AI edge product market [5]. - The report anticipates a surge in AI-related product releases in late 2025 and 2026, benefiting from Apple's integrated hardware and software ecosystem [5]. 2. PCB - Despite a slight decline in shipments due to the October holiday, the PCB industry maintains a high growth rate year-on-year, driven by demand from automotive and industrial control sectors [7]. - The report indicates that the PCB market is expected to remain robust, with price increases for raw materials like copper-clad laminates [7]. 3. Components - The AI data center's demand is expected to boost passive components, with increased usage of MLCCs and inductors in AI mobile devices [18]. - The LCD panel prices have stabilized, and production control measures are in place to maintain market balance [18]. 4. IC Design - The report is optimistic about the memory sector, predicting a price increase for DRAM due to rising demand from cloud service providers [20][22]. - The overall trend in the semiconductor industry is upward, with increased capital expenditures and demand for enterprise-level storage solutions [22]. 5. Semiconductor Manufacturing - The report notes a shift towards self-sufficiency in the semiconductor supply chain due to export controls, with domestic manufacturers accelerating their production capabilities [23]. - The advanced packaging sector is highlighted as a key area for investment, driven by strong demand for AI computing power [23][24]. 6. Specific Companies - Companies like 三环集团 (SanHuan Group) and 兆易创新 (GigaDevice) are noted for their strong financial performance and growth prospects in the AI and semiconductor sectors [30][35]. - The report emphasizes the importance of companies like 北方华创 (North China Innovation) and 中微公司 (SMIC) in advancing semiconductor equipment technology and production capabilities [31][34].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a positive outlook on the industry, suggesting a focus on sectors driven by domestic AI development, such as servers and IDC, as well as those propelled by overseas AI growth, including servers and optical modules [5]. Core Insights - The demand for computing power remains critically high, with major companies like Google and AWS significantly expanding their AI infrastructure. Google plans to double its computing capacity every six months and aims for a 1000-fold increase in the next 4-5 years [1][2]. - Alibaba has confirmed a potential increase in its capital expenditure (Capex) to 380 billion yuan over the next three years, driven by strong growth in its cloud business, which saw a 34% increase [1][3]. - The domestic AI landscape is evolving, with breakthroughs in open-source models, such as DeepSeekMath-V2 achieving gold medal levels in mathematical reasoning [1][3]. - ByteDance and ZTE are collaborating on an AI phone set to launch in December, indicating a strong push towards AI integration in consumer electronics [1]. Summary by Sections Subsector Insights - **Servers**: The server index increased by 4.60% this week, with AWS announcing a historic expansion of nearly 1.3GW in AI/HPC data centers. OpenAI anticipates a significant increase in training and inference demand driven by an expected 220 million paid users [2][7]. - **Optical Modules**: The optical module index rose by 16.46% this week, with Google emphasizing the need for a doubling of computing power every six months, leading to sustained growth in TPU cluster scale and demand for optical modules [2][7]. - **IDC**: The IDC index increased by 5.58% this week, with Alibaba's potential Capex increase and the explosive growth of the Qwen app driving further demand for IDC construction [3][10]. Key Data Updates - Telecom business revenue reached 1.467 trillion yuan from January to October 2025, showing a year-on-year growth of 0.9%. The total telecom business volume grew by 9% year-on-year when adjusted for last year's prices [4][13]. - In October, China's optical module export value decreased by 11% month-on-month and 27.6% year-on-year, with a cumulative year-on-year decline of 17% from January to October [4][30]. Market Trends - The communication sector saw a weekly increase of 8.70%, ranking first among all industries. Key players like Guangku Technology and Tongyu Communication experienced significant stock price increases [38][41].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a positive outlook on the AI new materials sector, particularly focusing on domestic leaders such as Zhongcai Technology and Tongguan Copper Foil, which are expected to maintain a technological edge and product reserves [1][11]. Core Insights - The demand for AI new materials is increasing, with a notable distinction between the Google chain and NV chain, leading to differences in quantity, suppliers, and generational products. Cost-effectiveness is prioritized, especially in materials like fiberglass cloth and copper foil [1][11]. - The report highlights the potential for domestic substitution in the market, particularly in response to statements from Mitsui Mining and Manufacturing, indicating a shift in production dynamics among Japanese material companies [1][11]. - The report emphasizes the importance of balancing profitability, capacity, and customer relationships in the context of limited domestic supply capabilities, suggesting that domestic players are currently in a follower position rather than a leading one [1][11]. Summary by Sections Weekly Discussion - The focus this week is on the Google chain, Mitsui's statements, and the motivation for Japanese material companies to shift production. The domestic leaders in materials are expected to maintain their technological advantages [1][11]. Cyclical Linkage - Cement prices averaged 350 RMB/t, down 78 RMB/t year-on-year, with an average shipment rate of 45.4%. Glass prices decreased to 1147.84 RMB/ton, a drop of 20.53 RMB/ton, with inventory days at 30.42 days [3][13]. - The report notes a slight increase in the price of fiberglass, with the average price for 2400tex alkali-free yarn at 3535.25 RMB/ton, reflecting a 0.1% increase [3][61]. Market Performance - The construction materials index decreased by 1.18%, with specific declines in glass manufacturing and fiberglass sectors. The report indicates a need for cautious observation of the cement market due to low demand [16][12]. Price Changes in Construction Materials - Cement prices continued to decline by 0.2%, with regional variations noted. The report indicates a high inventory level in the cement market, with a capacity ratio of 68.13% [29][30]. - The floating glass market is stabilizing, with an average price of 1147.84 RMB/ton, although high inventory levels continue to exert downward pressure on prices [3][42].

Consumer Macro Strategy - The overall performance of the discretionary consumption sector is flat as the year-end approaches, but high-end consumption, including duty-free shopping in islands, is expected to gradually stabilize overall consumption [2][10] - The implementation plan released on November 26 aims to enhance the adaptability of supply and demand for consumer goods, with a goal to optimize the supply structure by 2027, creating three trillion-yuan consumption fields and ten hundred-billion-yuan consumption hotspots [2][10] - By 2030, a high-quality development pattern of mutual promotion between supply and consumption is expected to be established, with consumption steadily contributing to economic growth [2][10] New Consumption Manufacturing - The pet economy continues to thrive, with companies like Guobao Pet investing in high-end pet food factories in New Zealand, enhancing competitiveness in international markets [23][24] - The AI and 3D printing sector is rapidly evolving, with significant advancements expected in consumer-grade 3D printing by 2026, driven by companies like Huina Technology and Snapmaker [25][26] - The integration of AI with 3D printing is being promoted in educational settings, expanding the supply space for the industry [25] Light Industry Manufacturing - The home appliance sector is facing weak domestic demand, but there are opportunities for companies with overseas production capabilities and brand advantages as demand recovers [26][27] - The new tobacco sector is experiencing growth, particularly in e-cigarette exports to the U.S., which saw a significant increase in October [27][28] - The packaging industry is showing signs of profitability improvement despite a slight decline in revenue, driven by leading companies capturing market share from smaller firms [28] Textile and Apparel - The apparel sector is experiencing fluctuations in consumer demand, with a focus on companies that can demonstrate unique advantages in the market [30][31] - The export market remains under pressure due to trade tensions, but leading textile manufacturers are expected to present investment opportunities as they maintain strong positions in the industry [31] Beauty and Personal Care - The beauty sector shows positive fundamentals, with a 9.6% year-on-year increase in retail sales for cosmetics in October, although valuations have been affected by the new consumption sector [32][33] - The medical beauty segment is expanding, with new products gaining regulatory approval, indicating growth potential in the market [33] Home Appliances - Focus on two directions: resilient white goods leaders with strong cash flow and black goods leaders benefiting from optimized domestic sales and stable costs [34][35] - The white goods sector is facing pressure in domestic sales, while black goods are seeing improvements in average prices and export recovery [36][37]