Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. Core Viewpoints of the Report - The bond market adjustment may have some short - term repair due to emerging positives, but in the long run, the probability of interest rates breaking through the lows is small, and the interest rate center is expected to fluctuate and rise [2][8]. - The bond market short - term adjustment is in place, with possible over - decline repair, but the downward amplitude may be limited, and heavy - position participation is not recommended. Strategies suggest being cautious in duration, reducing annual return expectations, and seizing short - term trading opportunities [2][30]. Summary by Related Catalogs Bond Market Adjustment Situation - This week, the bond market sentiment was suppressed by the strong performance of equities and commodities, and the yield of each maturity generally increased. As of July 25, the 10Y Treasury yield rose 6.72BP to 1.73% compared with July 18, and the 30Y Treasury yield reached 1.97%, with the 10Y - 1Y spread widening [5]. Factors Affecting the Bond Market Funding Aspect - The central bank began large - scale injections at the end of the month, showing an obvious attitude of care. On Thursday, the suddenly tightened funding became the "last straw" for the bond market, but on Friday, the central bank's operations led to a rapid shift to a loose funding situation, with a net injection of 8018 billion yuan [2][8]. Asset - Liability Aspect - The reduction of the insurance预定利率 is a short - term positive for the bond market, but it also has two - sided effects. It may lead to a reduction in the adjustment range of the bond market, but it may also cause a loss of insurance liability - side funds [2][10]. Institutional Behavior Aspect - Insurance has changed from a stable configuration strategy to a trading mindset. The weekly average net purchase scale in July decreased to 44.8 billion yuan, lower than that from February to March [2][15]. - During the bond market's weak adjustment this week, the main selling forces were funds and securities companies, while rural commercial banks increased their positions. Funds further reduced their duration, and the 10 - day average of the net purchase duration of funds has dropped to a relatively low historical quantile level [16]. Key Psychological Point and Technical Analysis - 1.75% is a key psychological point in the market, and the probability of a short - term rapid break to 1.80% is low [22]. - Technically, the bearish force has increased marginally, but short - term technical indicators show over - decline rebound signals. There may be over - decline trading opportunities next week, and attention should be paid to the effectiveness of the support level [23]. Long - Term Impact of Re - inflation Trading - The re - inflation trading caused by anti - involution is still in the initial stage, so its impact on the bond market is limited [24][27].

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is maintained at "Overweight" [2] Core Insights - The current predetermined interest rate for ordinary life insurance products is assessed at 1.99%, down from 2.13%, reflecting a year-on-year decrease of 14 basis points [5] - The adjustment mechanism for predetermined interest rates has been triggered, leading to a non-symmetrical reduction in the maximum predetermined interest rates for traditional, participating, and universal insurance by 50, 25, and 50 basis points respectively [5] - The adjustment is primarily influenced by a significant drop in the yield of 10-year government bonds in Q4 2024, which has been anticipated by the market [5] - The report indicates that the maximum predetermined interest rate for ordinary insurance products is now 2.0%, down from 2.5%, while the maximum for participating insurance is now 1.75%, down from 2.0% [5] - The report suggests that the adjustment of 50 basis points may not align with the expected 25 basis points based on the notification requirements, but anticipates further declines in the predetermined interest rates in the second half of 2025 [5] Summary by Sections Basic Conditions - The research value has been adjusted as expected, with the current rates reflecting a downward trend due to market conditions [5] - As of the end of Q2 2025, the 5-year LPR is at 3.5%, the 5-year fixed deposit benchmark rate is at 1.3%, and the 10-year government bond yield is at 1.65% [5] Industry-Market Comparison - Major life insurance companies are expected to gradually lower their product predetermined interest rates following the release of the research value [5] - The report highlights that the sensitivity of gross premium growth to interest rate changes is lower for participating insurance compared to traditional insurance [5] Investment Recommendations - The non-symmetrical reduction in predetermined interest rates is expected to benefit high-quality life insurance companies with strong sales capabilities in participating insurance [5] - The report recommends focusing on companies such as Xinhua Insurance, China Ping An, AIA, China Life, China Pacific Insurance, and China People’s Insurance [5]

Investment Rating - The report does not provide a specific investment rating for the REITs industry [2] Core Insights - The REITs index experienced a decline of 1.56% this week, while the Shanghai Composite Index rose by 1.69% and the CSI 500 Index increased by 3.28% [5][16] - The newly listed Chuangjin Shounong REIT saw a first-day increase of 28.48% [7][10] - The total market capitalization of the REITs industry is approximately 204.75 billion [2] Market Performance - This week, 9 REITs increased in value, while 60 declined, resulting in an overall drop of 1.56% in the REITs market [20] - The trading volume for the week was 32.8 billion, reflecting a 36.2% increase, with an average turnover rate of 0.7% [43] - The trading amounts for various sectors included: - Highways: 5.9 billion (+13.4%) - Ecological Environment: 1.8 billion (+11.8%) - Clean Energy: 3.6 billion (+22.0%) - Industrial Parks: 10.4 billion (+94.7%) - Warehousing and Logistics: 3.5 billion (+60.4%) - Rental Housing: 3.7 billion (-2.4%) - Consumer: 4.6 billion (+68.0%) [43] Key Events - The listing date for the Zhongyin Zhongwaiyun Warehousing Logistics REIT is set for July 29, 2025 [10][12] - The Zhonghang Tianhong Consumer REIT project has been submitted for approval [10][12] - The E-Fonda Shen High-Speed REIT announced a dividend distribution of 58.11 million, accounting for 99.97% of the distributable amount [10][11] Market Trends - The report indicates that the REITs market has a strong correlation with the consumer sector, with a correlation coefficient of 0.51 [24] - The REITs have shown varying degrees of correlation with other asset classes, with the REITs showing a negative correlation with 10-year government bonds at -0.08 [18]

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Overweight" rating for the coal industry [2][5]. Core Insights - The expectation of supply contraction is rising, leading to a strong rebound in coal prices. This is primarily driven by policy changes on the supply side, which have intensified expectations of reduced supply. The "overproduction leads to shutdown" policy and a significant decrease in coal imports are key factors [7][8]. - The report highlights that the demand for electricity coal remains robust due to high temperatures, with power plants expected to maintain high daily consumption levels. The ongoing summer peak demand is anticipated to support coal prices [7][8]. Summary by Sections 1. Industry Overview - The coal industry consists of 37 listed companies with a total market capitalization of 181.62 billion yuan and a circulating market value of 177.44 billion yuan [2]. 2. Supply and Demand Dynamics - Recent policy changes have led to increased uncertainty in domestic coal supply. A national coal mine production inspection is set to take place, focusing on compliance with production limits [7]. - In June 2025, China's imports of thermal coal fell to 23.93 million tons, a year-on-year decrease of 31.11%, marking the lowest level in 28 months [7]. 3. Price Trends - As of July 25, 2025, the price of thermal coal at the Qinhuangdao port was 659 yuan per ton, reflecting a week-on-week increase of 11 yuan per ton, but a year-on-year decrease of 200 yuan per ton [8]. - The price of coking coal at the same port increased by 240 yuan per ton, with a week-on-week growth of 16.67% [8]. 4. Key Companies and Recommendations - The report recommends focusing on high-elasticity stocks such as Yanzhou Coal Mining, Shanxi Coal International, and Jin控煤业, which are expected to benefit from rising coal prices [7]. - Other companies like China Shenhua, Huaihe Energy, and Longyuan Power are also highlighted as potential beneficiaries of the favorable market conditions [7][8]. 5. Financial Performance and Dividends - The report tracks the dividend policies and growth prospects of key companies, indicating that several firms are expected to maintain or increase their dividend payouts in the coming years [13][14].

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Accumulate" rating for the insurance sector [2]. Core Insights - The PCE-ROCE valuation system is introduced to better reflect the true value of insurance companies under new standards, addressing the limitations of the traditional P/EV system [6][47]. - The report identifies that companies like China Pacific Insurance and China Life Insurance are significantly undervalued in the A-share market, while in the H-share market, China Pacific, China Life, and Sunshine Insurance are also notably undervalued [6][6]. - The insurance sector is characterized by dual benefits: companies possess dividend advantages, and leading firms like Ping An have strategically invested in high-dividend assets, which positively impacts their performance [6]. Summary by Sections 1. Introduction - The P/EV valuation system is under scrutiny due to a prolonged low interest rate environment, leading to a decline in the valuation levels of listed insurance companies [16][16]. - As of July 23, 2025, major insurance companies are trading at historical low P/EV ratios, indicating a potential valuation trap [16][16]. 2. PCE-ROCE Valuation System - The PCE-ROCE system incorporates comprehensive equity (CE) and return on comprehensive equity (ROCE) to provide a more accurate valuation framework [47][48]. - The system aims to mitigate the volatility associated with traditional valuation methods by integrating net assets and contract service margins [6][47]. 3. Comparison with PIEV - The PCE-ROCE system is deemed more effective in reflecting the true value of insurance companies in a low interest rate environment compared to the PIEV system, which relies heavily on long-term investment return assumptions [8][8]. - The report highlights that the PCE-ROCE system offers a balanced valuation approach by considering both net assets and contract service margins [8][8]. 4. Profitability Analysis of Listed Insurance Companies - The report evaluates the profitability of insurance policies under the new standards, focusing on contract service margins (CSM) and new business contract service margins (NBCSM) [8][8]. - A scoring system is established to assess the performance of listed insurance companies based on various profitability indicators, with AIA, PICC, and CPIC scoring the highest [8][8]. 5. Main Conclusions and Investment Recommendations - The report concludes that the insurance sector presents significant investment opportunities, particularly in companies that are undervalued and have strong dividend policies [6][6]. - Recommended companies for investment include New China Life, Ping An, AIA, China Life, China Pacific, and China People’s Insurance [6][6].

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Overweight" rating for the insurance sector [2]. Core Insights - The P/EV valuation system is facing challenges in a persistently low interest rate environment, leading to significant adjustments in risk discount rates and investment return assumptions, which have resulted in a decline in NBV and EV growth [5][9]. - The introduction of the PCE-ROCE valuation system aims to provide a more comprehensive reflection of the true value of insurance companies by incorporating comprehensive equity (CE) and return on comprehensive equity (ROCE) [31][43]. - The report identifies that A-share listed insurance companies, particularly China Pacific Insurance and China Life Insurance, are relatively undervalued according to the PCE-ROCE valuation system [5][29]. Summary by Sections 1. Introduction - The P/EV valuation system shows signs of "failure" as the valuation levels for A-share listed insurance companies continue to decline, with significant pressure on new business value growth due to macroeconomic factors [9][14]. 2. PCE-ROCE Valuation System Proposal - The PCE-ROCE system introduces comprehensive equity (CE) and ROCE to better reflect the value of insurance companies under new accounting standards [31][43]. - The system aims to address the limitations of the P/EV system by providing a more stable and predictable valuation framework [5][31]. 3. Comparison of Valuation Systems - The PCE-ROCE system is more effective in reflecting the true value of insurance companies in a low interest rate environment compared to the traditional P/EV system [5][31]. - The report highlights that the P/CE ratio provides a better fit and reflects the comprehensive value of insurance companies compared to P/B and P/EV ratios [5][31]. 4. Analysis of Insurance Companies' Policy Profitability - The report establishes a profitability evaluation system for listed insurance companies based on CSM and NBCSM, identifying key performance indicators to assess profitability [5][31]. - The scoring system ranks companies based on their CSM performance, with AIA, PICC, and CPIC scoring the highest [5][31]. 5. Main Conclusions and Investment Recommendations - The report concludes that several A-share and H-share listed insurance companies are undervalued, suggesting a focus on companies like New China Life, Ping An, AIA, China Life, CPIC, and PICC for potential investment opportunities [5][29].

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Accumulate" rating for the industry [1] Core Insights - The North Exchange has shown fluctuating performance, with a total of 268 listed companies and an industry market capitalization of 858.43 billion [1][4] - The North Exchange 50 Index experienced a decline of 0.7% during the week of July 14-18, 2025, closing at 1418.61 points, while the Shanghai and Shenzhen 300 indices increased by 1.02% and 0.42%, respectively [4][13] - The average market capitalization of the North Exchange component stocks is 3.202 billion [4][13] - The average daily trading volume for the North Exchange component stocks reached 21.885 billion, reflecting a 1.55% increase from the previous week [4][16] Summary by Sections North Exchange Market Overview - As of July 18, 2025, the North Exchange comprises 268 component stocks, with an average market capitalization of 3.202 billion [4][13] - The North Exchange 50 Index saw a weekly decline of 0.7%, while the Shanghai and Shenzhen 300 indices posted gains of 1.02% and 0.42% respectively [4][13] - The daily average trading volume for the North Exchange component stocks was 21.885 billion, with a turnover rate of 25.26% [4][16] Industry Performance - The top five performing sectors in the A-share market during the week were pharmaceuticals and biotechnology, communications, national defense and military industry, computers, and banking, with respective gains of 21.25%, 20.08%, 19.06%, 17.35%, and 16.64% [4][21] Individual Stock Performance - Among the 268 stocks listed on the North Exchange, 100 stocks rose, 166 fell, and 2 remained flat, resulting in a rise ratio of 37.45% [4][24] New Stocks - No new stock issuances occurred during the week, but one company updated its review status to registration, while 30 companies moved to the inquiry stage [4][29] Key News - The North Exchange has strengthened its disclosure requirements and released the second-quarter ratings for securities firms, with 103 firms evaluated [4][32] Investment Strategy - The report expresses optimism for the North Exchange's performance in 2025, suggesting a focus on sectors such as data centers, robotics, semiconductors, consumer goods, and military information technology [4][33]

Report Summary 1. Report Industry Investment Rating No industry investment rating is provided in the report. 2. Core Viewpoints - The bond market has recently undergone significant adjustments, and the adjustment may not be over yet. The market generally expects the yield of the 10 - year active bond to operate between 1.7% - 1.8% in the next month, with the yield top at 1.8% and the bottom at 1.6% in the second half of the year. The report maintains the mid - term strategy of 1.6% - 1.9% for the 10 - year treasury bond [3][8]. - The market generally expects the yield curve to steepen, with a higher probability of a bear steepening. Making the curve steeper remains a relatively high - probability strategy [11]. - The expected returns of bond funds have been significantly downgraded, and bonds are currently the least favored major asset class. The market expects the yield of medium - and long - term bond funds to be below 2% for over 80% of the time, and below 1.5% for 40% of the time this year [3][15]. - The bond market may experience some oversold rebounds, but the upside is limited due to insufficient internal positive factors. It is recommended to be cautious with duration, lower annual return expectations, maintain a low - volatility portfolio, and seize short - term trading opportunities [3][17]. 3. Summary by Related Catalogs Reasons for the Bond Market Adjustment - The rise of commodities and equities is considered the main reason. The stock and commodity markets have strengthened this week, with the duration and amplitude exceeding market expectations, which has weakened the sentiment in the bond market. The low interest rate level is a secondary reason, as the low cost - effectiveness of bond assets and limited downward space for interest rates lead to significant adjustments when there are negative factors [3][5]. Bond Market Stabilization - Most views believe that the bond market has not yet stabilized, but small - scale entry is possible. Some also think that sentiment has reversed and short - term stabilization is difficult, while few believe the adjustment has ended. The bond market has been affected by risk assets in the past few days, and yesterday's sharp decline was also due to the tightening of funds in July and the lower - than - expected MLF roll - over at the end of the session [3][5]. Yield Point Estimation - 1.8% is generally considered the upper limit of this round of adjustment. Most think the 10 - year active bond will operate between 1.7% - 1.8% in the next month, with the yield top at 1.8% and the bottom at 1.6% in the second half of the year. The report believes that there may be some repair around 1.8%, and oversold rebound operations can be carried out in the range of 1.75% - 1.8%, but the interest rate adjustment may not be over in the whole - year dimension [3][8]. Yield Curve Expectation - The market generally expects the yield curve to steepen, with a higher probability of a bear steepening. Since July, funds have been relatively loose, so the short - end adjustment has been significantly smaller than the long - end. The market generally expects funds to maintain the current level, while the long - end is more affected by other factors. Making the curve steeper remains a relatively high - probability strategy [11]. Risks and Opportunities in the Bond Market - The mainstream expectations for bond market opportunities are central bank bond purchases, A - share and commodity market corrections, while the attention to real estate and tariffs has weakened. Risk factors are more diverse, including A - share rises, institutional redemption pressure, central bank tightening of liquidity, and inflation increases. Although the decline in this round is less than that in the first quarter, the redemption of bond funds is stronger, and the secondary impact of redemptions needs to be vigilant [3][13]. Bond Fund Return Expectation - The expected returns of bond funds have been significantly downgraded, and bonds are currently the least favored major asset class. As of July 22, the year - to - date returns of the money market fund index and the long - term pure bond fund index are 0.77% and 0.70% respectively. Over 80% of the market expects the yield of medium - and long - term bond funds to be below 2% this year, and 40% expect it to be below 1.5%, indicating that the market expects the second - half returns to be difficult to exceed the first - half returns [3][15].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a positive outlook on strong domestic automotive brands, emphasizing the importance of complete vehicles, intelligent driving, and robotics for the year [6][8]. Core Viewpoints - The report highlights a sustained optimism for strong domestic automotive brands, with a focus on complete vehicles, intelligent driving, and robotics as key investment areas for the year [6][8]. - It anticipates a limited seasonal adjustment in Q2 2025, with a strong emphasis on investing in robust domestic brands and the robotics supply chain [7][8]. - The report suggests that the domestic market share of strong independent brands is expected to increase by 8-14%, with several brands projected to see significant opportunities for growth [7][8]. Market Tracking - The total insurance volume for the week of July 14-20 was 399,000 units, slightly below the 400,000 weekly threshold, with a year-on-year increase of 9% and a month-on-month increase of 8.1% [7][26]. - The report notes that the export volume in June reached 458,000 units, representing a year-on-year increase of 28% [7][26]. - The report indicates that the penetration rate of new energy vehicles reached 53.9%, with weekly insurance volume for new energy vehicles at 215,000 units, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 16% [7][30]. Industry Prosperity - The report tracks the industry’s prosperity through terminal data, orders, and export totals, indicating a general decline in orders during the second week of July [7][26]. - It highlights that the market share of independent brands has been steadily increasing, with a significant rise from 36% in January 2021 to 64% by December 2024 [38]. Key Stocks - The report emphasizes the importance of focusing on key stocks such as Xiaomi, Leap Motor, Xpeng, BYD, Seres, Geely, and Changan, with specific recommendations based on their market positions and product cycles [7][8]. - It identifies specific stocks with high potential for growth, particularly in the context of the ongoing transition towards electric vehicles and robotics [7][8].

Core Insights - The report emphasizes the complexity of investing in local government bonds, highlighting the need to understand pricing logic, regional differences, and market dynamics [6] - The entry of more trading institutions, such as wealth management subsidiaries and public funds, has significantly improved the liquidity of local government bonds, especially in the second half of last year [6] - The report expresses a cautious outlook for pure bond investments in the fourth quarter, citing potential market adjustments and increased volatility risks due to liquidity pressures from wealth management products [7] Summary by Sections Fund Manager Profile - Li Yulu, the fund manager of Manulife Fund, has a decade of experience in fixed income and holds a master's degree in international banking and monetary economics from the University of Birmingham [6] - Li has previously worked in various roles related to credit analysis and investment management before joining Manulife in 2021 [6] Investment Strategy - The report discusses the current allocation strategy, focusing on convertible bonds primarily in the banking and aquaculture sectors, with a positive outlook on their performance due to low PB valuations [7] - It also mentions a portion of the portfolio allocated to environmental and state-owned enterprise reform themes, driven by strong government intentions to reduce debt [7] Market Performance - The report indicates a favorable view on the overall performance of fixed income products, particularly convertible bonds, which align with current market trends [8] - It notes that the median returns of primary and secondary bond funds are similar this year, but primary bond funds have experienced less drawdown, making them more attractive to certain investors [8] Sector Focus - The report highlights significant changes in the holdings of actively managed equity funds, with a decrease in large-cap stocks and an increase in positions in industry leaders within the AI hardware and communication sectors [11][12] - It points out that the non-bank financial sector has seen substantial increases in holdings, reflecting a recovery in valuations and performance expectations [13] Investment Recommendations - The report suggests focusing on four main investment themes: communication and hardware sectors benefiting from AI expansion, non-bank financials, new consumption trends in Hong Kong, and defense and military sectors [14]