Core Viewpoints - The construction materials industry is currently experiencing price fluctuations at the bottom level, awaiting improvements in supply and demand dynamics. The report anticipates that 2025 will be a year of profit recovery for the construction materials sector, supported by supply-side improvements and potential demand elasticity [6][21][22]. Group 1: Consumption Building Materials - The consumption building materials sector is seeing a recovery in retail building materials, driven by high demand in the second-hand housing market and supportive subsidy policies. Leading companies in this sector are demonstrating strong operational resilience [21][22]. - The long-term demand stability for consumption building materials is favorable, with increasing industry concentration and a positive competitive landscape for quality leading companies. Key players to watch include Sanke Tree, Rabbit Baby, North New Materials, Weixing New Materials, Dongfang Yuhong, China Liansu, and East Peng Holdings [21][22]. - The sector's revenue faced pressure due to a downturn in the real estate market, with a reported revenue decline of 7.2% year-on-year in 2024. However, leading companies are outperforming the industry average, indicating a potential for market share growth [27][28]. Group 2: Cement - The national average price of cement has decreased by 1.1% week-on-week, with the average price reported at 379 RMB per ton as of May 16, 2025. The industry is currently at a historical low in terms of valuation, with leading companies like Conch Cement and Huaxin Cement showing better-than-average profitability [22][23]. - The cement sector is expected to benefit from improved self-discipline among companies and a decrease in coal costs, which may enhance profitability levels compared to previous cycles [22][23]. Group 3: Glass - The glass market is experiencing weak transactions and a downward shift in price levels, with the average price of float glass reported at 1288 RMB per ton, down 2.4% week-on-week and 24.3% year-on-year. Leading glass companies are currently undervalued, with potential for recovery [22][26]. - The supply side of the glass market is adjusting, with leading companies maintaining a competitive edge in profitability. Key companies to monitor include Qibin Group, Shandong Yaobang, and Xinyi Glass [22][26]. Group 4: Fiberglass and Carbon-based Composites - The fiberglass market is stable, with prices holding steady. The leading companies in this sector, such as China Jushi and China National Materials, are well-positioned for growth due to favorable demand trends in various applications [23][24]. - The report highlights that the fiberglass and carbon-based composite sectors are characterized by long-term upward demand trends, with a positive competitive landscape among leading firms [23][24].

Core Insights - Bayer may push Monsanto towards bankruptcy, potentially reshaping the glyphosate industry landscape [6] - The textile and apparel sector is experiencing a surge in exports, leading to increased production of polyester [6] Industry Overview - From May 12 to May 16, the SW basic chemical sector rose by 1.82%, outperforming the Wind All A Index by 1.10 percentage points, with notable performance in nylon, viscose, and polyester [13][22] - The outlook for 2025 suggests a potential upward shift in domestic demand due to increased policy support and a global trend of interest rate cuts [13] Key Sub-industry Tracking - Glyphosate: Bayer is preparing to settle large-scale lawsuits regarding its herbicide, which could lead to a significant restructuring of the glyphosate market if Monsanto goes bankrupt [6] - Polyester: The average price of polyester filament yarn increased by 7.47% year-on-year, with a production and sales rate of 125.72%, up by 50.6 percentage points from the previous reporting period [6][17] Price and Market Trends - Among 336 tracked chemical products, 30% saw price increases, with notable rises in butadiene, SBS, PX (CFR), and styrene [36] - The average cost of polyester filament yarn is reported at 5705.31 CNY/ton, reflecting a week-on-week increase of 391.05 CNY/ton [17] Recommendations - Focus on cyclical recovery in supply restructuring, domestic demand recovery, and export chains in agriculture and flavoring [13] - Growth opportunities identified in electronic materials, synthetic biology, and solid-state battery materials [13]

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Buy" [2] Core Insights - The public fund industry is entering a high-quality development phase, with regulatory measures aimed at enhancing investor returns and optimizing fund management practices [12][14] - In April 2025, the issuance of new funds decreased both year-on-year and month-on-month, with a notable increase in the proportion of equity funds [27][33] - The report emphasizes the importance of long-term capital entering the market, supported by government policies and actions from major financial institutions [12][19] Summary by Sections 1. Policy Measures and Market Stability - A comprehensive set of policies has been introduced to stabilize the market and promote high-quality development in public funds, including 25 measures from the CSRC [12][14] - The central bank has committed to providing sufficient re-lending support to the Central Huijin Investment Ltd. to maintain market stability [17][22] 2. Fund Issuance Trends - As of March 2025, the net asset value of public funds was approximately 32.22 trillion CNY, remaining stable [26] - In April 2025, 125 new funds were established, a year-on-year increase of 4.17%, but a month-on-month decrease of 7.41% [27] - The total issuance of new funds in April was 924.88 billion units, reflecting a year-on-year decline of 34.45% and a month-on-month decline of 8.36% [27] 3. Fund Type Analysis - In April, 20 new bond funds were issued with a total issuance of 337.97 billion units, a month-on-month decrease of 25.59% [33] - The number of new equity funds reached 90, with an issuance of 458.85 billion units, marking a month-on-month increase of 21.27% [33] 4. Investment Recommendations - The report suggests that the recent policy measures are likely to boost market confidence and that brokerage firms are expected to see a recovery in performance, despite current valuation stagnation [54] - Continuous attention is recommended on policy-driven catalysts and merger and acquisition opportunities within the brokerage sector, particularly for companies like CITIC Securities, Guotai Junan, and Huatai Securities [54]

Investment Rating - The industry rating is "Buy" with a previous rating of "Buy" as well [5]. Core Insights - The report highlights that under the impact of tariffs, credit demand is weak, but fiscal stimulus is driving an increase in social financing growth, which rose by 0.3 percentage points to 8.7% month-on-month [5]. - M2 growth increased significantly by 1.0 percentage points to 8.0%, while M1 growth slightly decreased by 0.1 percentage points to 1.5%, primarily due to trade impacts on the real economy [5]. - The government has significantly increased fiscal efforts, with net financing of government bonds reaching 1 trillion CNY in April, a year-on-year increase of 1.07 trillion CNY [5]. - Weak credit demand from households is noted, attributed to higher consumer loan rates and trade impacts on housing sentiment [5]. - Corporate credit demand is also weak, with bill financing providing primary support, influenced by trade impacts and increased short-term borrowing by enterprises [5]. - Non-bank deposits have seen a significant increase, supported by ample central bank re-lending and market confidence [5]. - Investment recommendations focus on targeting expected returns anchored on ROE, with key recommendations for China Merchants Bank, Ningbo Bank, and Qingdao Bank [5]. Summary by Sections Overall Situation - Credit demand is weak due to tariff impacts, with social financing growth improving due to fiscal stimulus [5][13]. Government Sector - Significant fiscal efforts are observed, with net government bond financing and increased fiscal deposits [5][14]. Household Sector - Weak household credit demand is noted, with expectations for stabilization as trade tensions ease [5][15]. Corporate Sector - Corporate credit demand is weak, with bill financing at historical highs, influenced by trade impacts [5][16]. Non-Bank Sector - Non-bank deposits have increased significantly, reflecting market confidence and central bank support [5][17].

Investment Rating - The report assigns a "Buy" rating for Tencent Holdings (00700.HK) with a current price of HKD 521.00 and a fair value of HKD 572.51 [5]. Core Insights - The report highlights strong performance in gaming and accelerated growth in AI-driven advertising, indicating a robust outlook for Tencent's revenue streams [3][10]. - The company is expected to continue investing in AI, which has significantly contributed to the growth of its advertising and gaming sectors [10][11]. Financial Forecast - Revenue projections for Tencent are as follows: - 2023A: RMB 609 billion - 2024A: RMB 660 billion (growth rate: 9.8%) - 2025E: RMB 734.2 billion (growth rate: 11.2%) - 2026E: RMB 790 billion (growth rate: 7.6%) - 2027E: RMB 836.1 billion (growth rate: 5.8%) [4]. - Adjusted net profit forecasts are: - 2023A: RMB 157.7 billion - 2024A: RMB 222.7 billion (growth rate: 41.2%) - 2025E: RMB 258 billion (growth rate: 15.8%) - 2026E: RMB 286.2 billion (growth rate: 10.9%) - 2027E: RMB 310.8 billion (growth rate: 8.6%) [4]. - Earnings per share (EPS) estimates are projected to increase from RMB 16.32 in 2023A to RMB 33.82 in 2027E [4]. Business Performance Overview - In Q1 2025, Tencent reported a revenue of RMB 180 billion, a year-over-year increase of 13% [10]. - The gaming segment generated RMB 595 billion in revenue, reflecting a 24% year-over-year growth [10]. - Advertising revenue reached RMB 319 billion, with a 20% year-over-year increase, driven by demand for video ads and AI enhancements [11]. - Financial and enterprise services revenue was RMB 549 billion, showing a 5% year-over-year growth [11]. Valuation Methodology - The report employs a Sum-of-the-Parts (SOTP) valuation method, estimating the core business value at HKD 572.51 per share, based on various business segments including gaming, marketing services, and financial services [33][36].

Core Insights - The report highlights the increasing restrictions imposed by the U.S. on AI chips, particularly targeting China's AI industry, while also noting significant contracts signed by NVIDIA in the Middle East and the acceleration of domestic alternatives in China [2][6][11]. Section Summaries U.S. AI Computing Power Export Policy Adjustment - On May 13, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce announced the repeal of the Biden administration's "AI diffusion rules," which previously limited the sale of U.S. AI chips to 18 allied countries, significantly impacting companies like NVIDIA and AMD [9][10]. - The new measures focus on restricting the development of China's AI industry, particularly targeting Huawei's Ascend chips and Chinese AI models, while easing restrictions on non-competitive countries [11][12]. Domestic AI Chip Development - The report indicates that the U.S. policy changes will accelerate the domestic replacement of AI chips in China, as companies will be motivated to adopt local alternatives due to uncertainties surrounding U.S. chip exports [12][16]. - Companies like Cambricon are positioned to benefit from the restrictions on Huawei, as the competitive landscape for domestic AI chips is expected to shift favorably towards them [16][17]. AI Demand in the Middle East - NVIDIA's recent agreement with HUMAIN in Saudi Arabia to supply a large number of AI chips for a super-scale computing center reflects the growing demand for AI computing power globally [12][14]. - The construction of AI computing centers in the Middle East indicates a trend of increasing investment in AI infrastructure by various countries [12]. Performance Comparison of AI Chips - A performance comparison shows that Huawei's CloudMatrix 384, with 384 Ascend chips, offers 300 PFLOPS, surpassing NVIDIA's GB200 NVL72, which provides 180 PFLOPS with only 72 chips [15]. - Despite the performance gap in individual chip capabilities, the collective power of domestic AI computing clusters is closing the gap with international competitors [14][15]. Financial Analysis of Key Companies - Cambricon's inventory as of Q1 2025 was reported at 2.76 billion CNY, reflecting a 9.8% increase from the end of 2024, indicating a recovery in its supply chain and readiness for product delivery [16][20]. - The report emphasizes the importance of maintaining a competitive edge in the AI chip market, particularly in light of the evolving regulatory landscape and market demands [16][17].

Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly provide an investment rating for the food and beverage industry. Core Insights - The high tariffs imposed in the 1930s catalyzed the economic downturn in the United States, leading to a significant decline in consumer demand, influenced by falling income and credit availability [10][34]. - The food sector demonstrated resilience during the bear market from August 1929 to June 1932, with a decline of 72.6%, compared to a 86.0% drop in the S&P 500, indicating its defensive characteristics [19][20]. - Post-1932, the food industry saw a recovery, with prices increasing by 132.3% compared to 121.4% for the S&P 500, showcasing the sector's potential for excess returns [22][23]. Summary by Sections 1. Introduction and Summary - The 1930 Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act raised the average tariff rate in the U.S. to a historical high of 59%, triggering a global trade war and exacerbating the decline in domestic demand [10][44]. 2. Review of 1920-1930s America: High Tariffs as a Catalyst for Recession - The economic boom of the 1920s was followed by the Great Depression, with high tariffs contributing to the decline in agricultural exports and domestic prices [34][44]. - The Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act was intended to protect domestic agriculture but led to retaliatory tariffs from over 40 countries, resulting in a 46.2% drop in U.S. exports from 1929 to 1932 [52]. 3. Market Performance: The 1930 Tariff Act Accelerated Stock Market Decline - The food sector's performance during the bear market was relatively stable, with a smaller decline compared to the broader market, indicating its defensive nature [19][20]. - The food sector's resilience was attributed to the stable performance of leading companies amidst declining consumer demand [19][20]. 4. Industry Level: The Emergence of the U.S. Food Industry - The food industry faced significant challenges post-1929, with a notable decline in consumer demand, but leading companies like Coca-Cola maintained steady revenue growth [23][24]. - Coca-Cola benefited from the shift towards carbonated beverages as substitutes for alcoholic drinks, while Hershey's faced pressure on its revenue due to the economic downturn [24][26]. 5. Company Performance - Coca-Cola's gross margin improved by 2.9 percentage points from 1929 to 1931, driven by new product launches and declining raw material costs [24][26]. - Hershey's gross margin increased by 10.4 percentage points during the same period, despite facing revenue pressures [24][26].

Investment Rating - The industry rating is "Buy" [4] Core Insights - The report highlights the continuous promotion of REITs inclusion in the Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect, aiming to expand the market [4][12] - As of April 30, 2025, the total number of C-REITs listed reached 65, with a total scale of 189.57 billion yuan, reflecting a month-on-month increase of 3.53 billion yuan, or 1.90% [21][29] - The C-REITs market is experiencing a recovery in trading volume and market value, with the overall market performance being stronger than stocks and bonds [21][29] Summary by Sections 1. Policy Review and Market Outlook - The report discusses the recent policies supporting the expansion of REITs, including the inclusion of REITs in the Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect and the promotion of infrastructure REITs [12][14] - Local governments are also emphasizing support for various sectors, including private, water conservancy, logistics, consumption, and cultural tourism in issuing REITs [13][14] 2. Market Review - The C-REITs market size reached 189.57 billion yuan as of April 30, 2025, with a month-on-month increase of 3.53 billion yuan [21][29] - The trading volume in April was 2.845 billion shares, reflecting a decrease of 10.54% compared to the previous month [21] - The overall market performance in April showed a 1.35% increase in the C-REITs comprehensive income index, with the real estate sector's comprehensive income rising by 2.40% [21] 3. Key Company Valuation and Financial Analysis - The report provides a detailed valuation and financial analysis of key companies in the real estate sector, with several companies rated as "Buy" [5] - For instance, Vanke A has a target price of 7.64 yuan per share, while China Overseas Development has a target price of 16.55 Hong Kong dollars per share [5]

Investment Rating - The report provides a "Buy" rating for several companies in the aluminum industry, including China Aluminum, Yunnan Aluminum, Tianshan Aluminum, and China Hongqiao [5]. Core Viewpoints - The global aluminum supply is constrained, leading to potential price elasticity in the future. The demand for aluminum, particularly in the context of new energy applications and the Belt and Road Initiative, is expected to drive long-term growth [4][10]. - The report highlights that global electrolytic aluminum production capacity is limited, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of only 0.3% from 2018 to 2024. It is projected that the growth rate will slow down further from 2025 to 2027, with a CAGR of approximately 1% under neutral assumptions [4][10]. - In China, the electrolytic aluminum production capacity has reached its ceiling at 45.17 million tons, with limited room for further growth. The report anticipates that the production growth rate will hit a new low since 2020, leading to a supply-demand gap [4][10]. - The overseas electrolytic aluminum production is also facing slow growth due to energy constraints and unstable operational conditions of existing capacities. The report notes that the overseas electrolytic aluminum capacity CAGR from 2018 to 2024 is only 0.4% [4][10]. - The report emphasizes the importance of recycling aluminum as a long-term solution to balance supply and demand while addressing environmental concerns [4]. Summary by Sections Section 1: Primary Aluminum - Global production capacity growth is slow, with expectations of a slowdown in global electrolytic aluminum production growth from 2025 to 2027 [10]. - China's electrolytic aluminum capacity has reached its limit, with a focus on optimizing the structure rather than expanding capacity [17]. - Overseas production is hindered by energy constraints, leading to slow growth and unstable operations [60]. Section 2: Recycled Aluminum - Short-term contributions from recycled aluminum to the overall aluminum supply are limited, but it can help fill some gaps in the long term [4]. Section 3: Investment Recommendations - The report suggests that the demand for aluminum in new energy applications and the Belt and Road Initiative will drive long-term growth, while supply growth is limited, leading to potential price increases [4][10].

Investment Rating - The investment rating for Wangfujing (600859.SH) is "Buy" with a current price of 13.91 CNY and a reasonable value of 14.11 CNY per share [2]. Core Views - The report indicates that Wangfujing's performance in Q1 2025 was under pressure, with revenue of 2.99 billion CNY, a year-on-year decrease of 9.8%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 55.64 million CNY, down 72.4% year-on-year. The report emphasizes the company's medium to long-term potential for recovery and growth [6][11][37]. Summary by Sections Q1 2025 Performance - Wangfujing's Q1 2025 revenue was 2.99 billion CNY, down 9.8% year-on-year, with a net profit of 55.64 million CNY, a decrease of 72.4% year-on-year. The decline in revenue was attributed to changes in the consumer market and increased costs from new store preparations [6][11][15]. Business Structure Optimization - The report highlights ongoing optimization in the business structure, with revenue from various segments: department stores (1.15 billion CNY, -13.9%), shopping centers (750 million CNY, -6.6%), outlets (600 million CNY, +4.1%), specialty stores (390 million CNY, +3.9%), and duty-free shops (100 million CNY, -17.8%). The shopping centers and outlets showed positive growth trends due to increased store numbers and operational advantages [17][18]. Duty-Free Business Expansion - Wangfujing has achieved full coverage in its duty-free business, winning bids for several projects, including Harbin and Mudanjiang airports and Wuhan city. This expansion is expected to provide significant growth opportunities [23][30]. Profit Forecast and Investment Recommendations - The forecast for net profit attributable to shareholders for 2025-2027 is 4.5 billion CNY, 5.1 billion CNY, and 5.8 billion CNY, respectively, with corresponding PE ratios of 35.5x, 31.3x, and 27.4x. The report maintains a "Buy" rating, projecting a 36x PE for 2025, leading to a reasonable value of 14.11 CNY per share [6][37].