Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Overweight" rating for the power equipment and new energy industry [2] Core Insights - The State Council issued the "Implementation Opinions on Improving the National Unified Electricity Market System," aiming to establish a unified electricity market by 2030, with market transactions accounting for about 70% of total electricity consumption [4][40] - The report highlights the performance of the power equipment sector, which has seen a year-to-date increase of 9.76%, outperforming the CSI 300 index by 7.82 percentage points [11][14] - The report emphasizes the importance of new operational entities like virtual power plants and smart microgrids in participating flexibly in the electricity market [45] Summary by Sections Market Review - As of February 12, 2026, the power equipment sector rose by 4.97% over the past two weeks, ranking third among 31 sectors [11] - The wind power equipment sector decreased by 3.07%, while the photovoltaic equipment sector increased by 3.93% [18][20] Valuation and Industry Data - As of February 12, 2026, the price-to-earnings (PE) ratio for the power equipment sector is 36.66 times, with sub-sectors like the battery sector at 33.19 times and the photovoltaic sector at 34.99 times [25] - The report provides detailed valuation metrics for various sub-sectors, indicating significant variations in PE ratios compared to their historical averages [25] Industry News - The report discusses the significant growth in renewable energy installations, with a total installed capacity of 2.34 billion kilowatts by the end of 2025, accounting for 60% of the national power generation capacity [40] - It also notes the government's focus on upgrading traditional industries and promoting new energy sectors, including hydrogen energy [40] Company Announcements - The report includes recent announcements from companies in the sector, such as government subsidies received by various firms, indicating ongoing support for the industry [43]

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Overweight" (maintained), indicating that the industry index is expected to outperform the market index by more than 10% over the next six months [5]. Core Insights - In January 2026, the production and sales of new energy vehicles (NEVs) showed stable year-on-year growth but significant month-on-month declines due to seasonal factors and policy changes regarding purchase tax and subsidies [4]. - The penetration rate of NEVs reached 40.3% in January, a year-on-year increase of 1.3 percentage points, but a month-on-month decrease of 12 percentage points [4]. - The production of power and energy storage batteries in January was 168 GWh, a month-on-month decrease of 16.7% but a year-on-year increase of 55.9% [4]. - The sales of power and energy storage batteries were 148.8 GWh, with a month-on-month decline of 25.4% and a year-on-year increase of 85.1% [4]. - Energy storage battery sales accounted for 31% of total sales in January, with a year-on-year growth of 164% [4]. - The report anticipates a rebound in demand for lithium batteries post the Spring Festival, with a significant recovery in production expected in March [4]. Summary by Sections New Energy Vehicle Market - In January 2026, NEV production and sales were 1.041 million and 945,000 units, respectively, with year-on-year growth of 2.5% and 0.1%, but month-on-month declines of 39.4% and 44.7% [4]. - Domestic NEV sales were 643,000 units, down 18.9% year-on-year and 54.4% month-on-month [4]. - Exports of NEVs reached 302,000 units, doubling year-on-year and increasing by 0.5% month-on-month [4]. Battery Production and Sales - The total production of power and energy storage batteries was 168 GWh, with power batteries accounting for 102.7 GWh (69% of total sales) and energy storage batteries 46.1 GWh (31% of total sales) [4]. - The export volume of batteries was 24.1 GWh, with power batteries making up 17.7 GWh and energy storage batteries 6.4 GWh [4]. Investment Recommendations - The report suggests focusing on leading companies in the lithium battery supply chain, particularly in the solid-state battery sector, which is expected to drive demand for materials and equipment upgrades [4]. - Key companies to watch include CATL, Yiwei Lithium Energy, Keda Industrial, and others [4].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Market Weight" rating for the mechanical equipment industry, indicating that the industry index is expected to perform within ±10% of the market index over the next six months [45]. Core Insights - The demand for humanoid robots is expected to accelerate in 2026 due to advancements in embodied intelligence, supported by policy backing and rapid technological iterations. The industry is transitioning from concept to mass production, presenting opportunities for investment in the robot sector [3][41]. - The engineering machinery sector shows signs of recovery, with significant growth in excavator sales in January 2026. Factors such as the accelerated issuance of special bonds and global interest rate cuts are expected to boost demand for engineering machinery [3][41]. - The mechanical equipment sector has outperformed the CSI 300 index, with a bi-weekly increase of 4.29%, ranking 4th among 31 sectors [4][12]. Summary by Sections Market Review - As of February 12, 2026, the mechanical equipment industry has seen a bi-weekly increase of 4.29%, outperforming the CSI 300 index by 5.01 percentage points [12]. - The engineering machinery sector recorded the highest bi-weekly increase of 7.80% among the five sub-sectors [15][17]. Valuation Situation - The current PE ratio for the mechanical equipment sector is 36.68, with sub-sectors showing varying valuations: general equipment at 53.27, specialized equipment at 37.85, and engineering machinery at 25.73 [21]. Data Updates - The report highlights significant growth in excavator sales, with domestic sales showing a year-on-year increase of 23.90% in January 2026 [40]. Industry News - The report includes updates on various companies, such as OptoTech planning to raise funds for expanding its industrial automation capabilities [39]. Weekly Insights - The report suggests focusing on companies like Huichuan Technology and Greentec Harmonic for potential investment opportunities in the robot sector, and Sany Heavy Industry and Hengli Hydraulic in the engineering machinery sector [41][43].

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Overweight" rating for the agriculture, forestry, animal husbandry, and fishery industry [1][53]. Core Insights - The SW agriculture, forestry, animal husbandry, and fishery industry slightly underperformed the CSI 300 index, declining by 2.88% from January 30, 2026, to February 12, 2026, which is approximately 2.16 percentage points lower than the index [7][14]. - Among the sub-sectors, only the fishery sector recorded positive returns, increasing by 0.27%, while feed, breeding, planting, agricultural product processing, and animal health sectors all experienced negative returns, with declines of 1.36%, 2.02%, 4.45%, 4.8%, and 7.3% respectively [15][19]. - The overall price-to-book (PB) ratio for the industry is approximately 2.61 times, reflecting a slight decline in valuation, and is at about 58.7% of the historical average since 2006, indicating a relatively low historical valuation level [22][24]. Industry Important Data - **Pig Farming**: - The average price of the national external three-line pigs fell from 12.52 CNY/kg to 11.57 CNY/kg during the reporting period [25]. - The cost of corn and soybean meal slightly decreased, with corn priced at 2372.16 CNY/ton and soybean meal at 3164 CNY/ton as of February 12, 2026 [27]. - Profitability for self-bred pigs was reported at -98.32 CNY/head, while for purchased piglets, it was 53.1 CNY/head, both showing a decline compared to the previous week [31]. - **Poultry Farming**: - The average price of broiler chicks increased to 2.4 CNY/chick, while the price for layer chicks remained stable at 3.2 CNY/chick as of February 13, 2026 [33]. - The average price for white feather broilers decreased to 7.48 CNY/kg, with profitability reported at -0.2 CNY/chick, indicating a decline from the previous week [36]. Industry News - The report highlights that the breeding capacity of sows is expected to continue decreasing in 2025, leading to a gradual reduction in pig supply and a potential increase in pig prices in 2026, which may improve breeding profitability [53]. - The report emphasizes the importance of monitoring the capacity reduction and the expected profitability improvement, particularly for leading companies in pig farming and poultry sectors [53]. Company Highlights - Key companies to watch include: - Muyuan Foods (牧原股份, 002714): A leading pig farming company with cost and scale advantages. - Wens Foodstuff Group (温氏股份, 300498): A major player in both pig and poultry farming with strong cost control. - Haida Group (海大集团, 002311): A leading feed company expected to maintain steady market share growth. - Shengnong Development (圣农发展, 002299): A leader in the white feather broiler industry with a strong supply chain. - Reap Bio (瑞普生物, 300119): A leader in the animal health sector with a growing product matrix for pet health [54].

Market Overview - The A-share market showed a mixed performance with the Shanghai Composite Index slightly rising by 0.09% to close at 4131.99, while the Shenzhen Component Index fell by 0.35% to 14160.93 [2] - The overall trading volume in the market was below 2 trillion yuan, indicating a lack of strong market momentum [4][6] Sector Performance - The top-performing sectors included Construction Materials (3.29%), Nonferrous Metals (2.39%), and Oil & Petrochemicals (2.18%) [3] - Conversely, the sectors that underperformed were Communication (-2.17%), Media (-1.99%), and Social Services (-1.74%) [3] Future Outlook - The market is expected to enter a phase of consolidation with potential short-term adjustments as investor sentiment becomes cautious ahead of the Spring Festival [6] - Long-term, the regulatory environment is signaling a focus on market normalization and risk prevention, suggesting a shift towards a more balanced market structure [6] - There is an emphasis on dividend assets for long-term positioning, along with opportunities in cyclical industries and undervalued traditional consumer sectors [6] Economic Indicators - Consumer demand is recovering, with the Consumer Price Index (CPI) rising by 0.2% month-on-month and year-on-year [5] - The Producer Price Index (PPI) increased by 0.4% month-on-month but decreased by 1.4% year-on-year, reflecting ongoing pressures in the industrial sector [5] - The People's Bank of China is expected to maintain a moderately loose monetary policy to support liquidity and financing conditions [5]

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Market Weight" [1] Core Insights - In January 2026, excavator sales reached 18,708 units, a year-on-year increase of 49.50%, but a month-on-month decrease of 19.00%. Domestic sales were 8,723 units, up 61.39% year-on-year, while export sales were 9,985 units, up 40.50% year-on-year [3][4] - Loader sales in January 2026 totaled 11,759 units, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 48.47% and a month-on-month decrease of 3.90%. Domestic sales were 5,293 units, up 42.82% year-on-year, while export sales were 6,466 units, up 53.44% year-on-year [3][4] - The issuance of new special bonds in January 2026 amounted to approximately 367.7 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 79.54%, which is expected to boost downstream engineering project commencement and equipment demand [4] - The report highlights a recovery in domestic engineering machinery demand, driven by the acceleration of special bond issuance and the commencement of major domestic projects [4] - The electric excavator sales reached 35 units in January 2026, a year-on-year increase of 94.44%, while electric loader sales were 2,990 units, up 175.32% year-on-year, indicating a growing trend towards electrification in the industry [3][4][5] Summary by Sections Excavator Sales - January 2026 excavator sales were 18,708 units, with domestic sales at 8,723 units and export sales at 9,985 units, showing significant year-on-year growth [3][4] Loader Sales - January 2026 loader sales were 11,759 units, with domestic sales at 5,293 units and export sales at 6,466 units, also reflecting strong year-on-year growth [3][4] Special Bonds and Policy Impact - The acceleration of special bond issuance and the initiation of major projects are expected to enhance equipment demand in the engineering machinery sector [4] Electrification Trend - The report emphasizes the importance of electric machinery, with significant year-on-year growth in sales of electric excavators and loaders, indicating a shift towards greener technology [5]

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Overweight" rating for the virtual power plant sector within the power equipment and new energy industry [2] Core Insights - Virtual power plants are advancing towards market-oriented development, leveraging modern information communication and system integration technologies to aggregate distributed energy resources [6][14] - The Chinese government has issued guidelines to accelerate the development of virtual power plants, aiming for a national regulation capacity of over 20 million kilowatts by 2027 and over 50 million kilowatts by 2030 [35][57] - The market for virtual power plants is expected to expand significantly, with various business models emerging as the sector matures [38] Summary by Sections 1. Virtual Power Plants as a New Smart Grid Control Technology - Virtual power plants are defined as organizations that optimize power systems and participate in market transactions by aggregating distributed energy resources [14] - The development of virtual power plants is supported by national policies, which encourage innovation in business models and services [36][38] 2. Market Space and Development of Virtual Power Plants - The virtual power plant industry has a broad market space and is expected to accelerate towards large-scale development [6][35] - By 2027, the operational management mechanism for virtual power plants is expected to be mature and standardized, with a robust market participation mechanism [35][57] 3. Investment Strategies and Key Companies - The report suggests focusing on companies with strong distributed resource capabilities and advantages in power information technology, such as Guodian NARI (国电南瑞), Nanfang Energy (南网能源), and Dongfang Electronics (东方电子) [58][59][61] - Guodian NARI is noted for its comprehensive solutions covering various trading types and user scales, having established virtual power plant operational service platforms for multiple provincial power companies [58] - Nanfang Energy has a strong customer base and is actively participating in market-oriented power trading and auxiliary services through its virtual power plant initiatives [59] - Dongfang Electronics leverages its extensive experience in the energy sector to develop a full industry chain for virtual power plant construction and operation, focusing on advanced technologies [61]

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Overweight" rating for the PCB industry chain, anticipating high growth in 2025 and sustained prosperity in 2026 [1]. Core Insights - The PCB industry is expected to experience significant growth in 2025, driven by increasing demand for AI computing power and the upgrade of PCBs towards high-performance and high-density products. This includes a rise in demand for high-layer boards and advanced HDI products, which will also boost related sectors such as high-end copper-clad laminates, drilling consumables, and equipment [4][61]. - Despite some disruptions in Q4 2025 performance, the growth logic for 2026 remains intact, with new computing platforms and technologies like orthogonal backplanes and CoWoP expected to enhance product value significantly [4][61]. Summary by Sections PCB - Q4 2025 performance may face disruptions, but the growth logic for 2026 remains unchanged. The demand for high-layer and advanced HDI PCBs is increasing, leading to high growth rates for companies like Shenghong Technology, Huadian Co., and Shennan Circuit, with projected net profits of 43.60 billion, 38.22 billion, and 32.48 billion respectively, reflecting year-on-year growth rates of 277.68%, 47.74%, and 73.00% [13][14]. Copper Clad Laminate (CCL) - The CCL sector is expected to see high growth in 2025, benefiting from increased demand for high-end products driven by AI computing power and price adjustments. Major CCL manufacturers are projected to achieve significant profit increases, with companies like Shengyi Technology expected to report a net profit of 33.50 billion, a year-on-year increase of 92.50% [36][41]. Drilling Tools and Equipment - The drilling tool sector is anticipated to exceed market expectations in 2025, with companies like DingTai High-Tech projected to achieve a net profit of 4.35 billion, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 91.74%. This growth is driven by increased demand for high-end PCBs and the optimization of product structures [48][49]. - Equipment demand is expected to rise due to the expansion of PCB production capacity, with companies like Dazhu CNC and Chip Quik projected to see significant profit increases, driven by the growing market for PCB-specific processing equipment [55][57].

Market Performance - The three major indices in the A-share market rose by over 1%, with the Shanghai Composite Index closing at 4123.09, up 1.41% [2] - The Shenzhen Component Index increased by 2.17% to 14208.44, while the ChiNext Index surged by 2.98% to 3332.77 [2] Sector Rankings - The top-performing sectors included Communication (5.17%), Comprehensive (4.70%), and Media (3.50%), while the lowest performers were Oil & Petrochemicals (0.21%) and Food & Beverage (0.37%) [3] - Concept sectors that performed well included Sora Concept (6.07%) and Short Drama Games (5.27%), while the lowest were Combustible Ice (-0.13%) and Horse Racing Concept (-0.03%) [3] Market Outlook - The A-share market showed a strong upward trend, with over 4600 stocks rising, indicating a favorable market sentiment [4] - The government is focusing on promoting effective investment policies, including infrastructure and emerging industries, which is expected to support market growth [4] - The report suggests that A-share valuations remain reasonable, and the medium to long-term market trend is positive, emphasizing the importance of focusing on core assets with solid fundamentals [5]

Market Overview - The A-share market is experiencing fluctuations, with the three major indices continuing their downward trend [1] - The Shanghai Composite Index closed at 4065.58, down 0.25%, while the Shenzhen Component Index fell 0.33% to 13906.73 [2] Sector Performance - The top-performing sectors include: - Oil and Petrochemicals: +2.55% - Basic Chemicals: +2.05% - Electric Equipment: +1.27% - Textiles and Apparel: +0.88% - Light Industry Manufacturing: +0.66% [3] - The underperforming sectors are: - Food and Beverage: -1.86% - Defense and Military: -1.66% - Social Services: -1.37% - Communication: -1.26% - Beauty and Personal Care: -1.20% [3] Future Outlook - The market showed volatility with a low opening followed by a brief recovery, but ultimately closed lower, with the ChiNext Index leading the decline [4] - Chemical sectors showed strength, while consumer sectors like liquor and tourism faced significant declines [4] - The report indicates a shift in investment focus towards a dual-driven model of manufacturing and consumption, with manufacturing sectors entering a profit realization phase and consumer sectors poised for potential recovery as valuations are at historical lows [6]