Core Insights - The ESG strategies experienced a pullback this week, with the ESG screening strategy and the ESG sentiment integration strategy both showing negative performance relative to the benchmark [1][5][9]. ESG Screening Strategy (CSI 300) - The ESG screening strategy, based on the report published on December 8, 2023, showed a decline of 0.80% as of November 28, 2025, compared to a 1.64% increase in the CSI 300 benchmark, resulting in an excess return of -2.44% [5][8]. - Over the last month, the total return was -0.4%, with a relative total return of 2%, a maximum gain of 2%, and a maximum loss of -3%. The Sharpe ratio was -0.97 [5][8]. Performance Statistics - Total Return: 0% (last month), -1% (last 3 months), 5% (last 6 months), 12% (last year), 5% (year-to-date), 75% (since inception) [8]. - Relative Total Return: 2% (last month), -2% (last 3 months), -13% (last 6 months), -3% (last year), -10% (year-to-date), 59% (since inception) [8]. - Maximum Drawdown: -3% (last month), -3% (last 3 months), -4% (last 6 months), -8% (last year), -7% (year-to-date), -8% (since inception) [8]. ESG Sentiment Integration Strategy (CSI 300) - The ESG sentiment integration strategy, based on the report published on February 28, 2025, declined by 0.88% as of November 28, 2025, compared to the CSI 300 benchmark's 1.64% increase, leading to an excess return of -2.52% [9][12]. - The total return for the last month was 1%, with a relative total return of 3%, a maximum gain of 2%, and a maximum loss of -1%. The Sharpe ratio was 1.79 [9][12]. Performance Statistics - Total Return: 1% (last month), 1% (last 3 months), 5% (last 6 months), 16% (last year), 8% (year-to-date), 123% (since inception) [12]. - Relative Total Return: 3% (last month), 1% (last 3 months), -13% (last 6 months), 1% (last year), -7% (year-to-date), 106% (since inception) [12]. - Maximum Drawdown: -1% (last month), -4% (last 3 months), -6% (last 6 months), -6% (last year), -6% (year-to-date), -10% (since inception) [12].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for key companies in the power sector, including 大唐发电, 建投能源, 川投能源, 长江电力, and 中国广核, all of which are recommended for investment [6]. Core Insights - The report emphasizes that the power sector is entering a new phase of development, with fire power generation expected to benefit from capacity pricing and auxiliary services, leading to improved profitability and stability [4][5]. - Hydropower is projected to see growth driven by decreasing financial costs and increased installed capacity, making it an attractive investment opportunity [4]. - Nuclear power is entering a phase of active development, with a significant increase in approved and under-construction capacity expected in the coming years [4]. - The renewable energy sector faces challenges with pricing pressures but has potential for growth through integration with green hydrogen and other technologies [5]. Summary by Sections 1. Market Review - The public utility sector index increased by 4.9% from January to October 2025, underperforming compared to the Shanghai and Shenzhen 300 index, which rose by 16.0% [11]. - Fire power generation saw a profit increase of 16.8%, while nuclear and wind power faced profit declines of 12.4% and 16.4%, respectively [21]. 2. Fire Power - Fire power generation is transitioning to a more stable and regulated model, with expected capacity growth and improved profitability due to new pricing mechanisms [25]. - The average utilization hours for fire power are projected to decrease to around 3500 hours by 2030, reflecting a shift in operational dynamics [30]. 3. Hydropower - Hydropower generation is expected to benefit from improved water conditions and financial efficiencies, with long-term growth potential [4]. - The report highlights that financial costs are decreasing, and depreciation periods are expiring, contributing to the sector's attractiveness [4]. 4. Nuclear Power - The nuclear power sector is set for significant growth, with a focus on the approval of new units and advancements in fourth-generation technology [4]. - The report notes that the approved capacity for nuclear power is expected to exceed operational capacity by 107% in the coming years [4]. 5. Renewable Energy - The renewable energy sector is facing challenges with pricing, as competitive pricing mechanisms are being introduced, potentially impacting profitability [5]. - The report suggests that integrating renewable energy with technologies like green hydrogen could open new growth avenues [5]. 6. Investment Strategy - The report recommends focusing on companies with strong operational capabilities and cost advantages in the renewable energy sector, such as 龙源电力 and 三峡能源 [5]. - It also suggests that the investment strategy should consider the stability of fire power profitability and the attractive dividend yields of hydropower companies in a low-interest-rate environment [4].

Domestic Macro - Demand Side - Consumer demand shows signs of recovery with metro passenger volume increasing by 4.7% year-on-year as of November 28[1] - Retail sales of passenger cars in November reached 1.384 million units, down 11.9% year-on-year[1] - The Baltic Dry Index (BDI) averaged 2184.0, up 9.5% month-on-month and 42.9% year-on-year, indicating rising external demand[1] Domestic Macro - Production Side - National daily coal consumption in power plants decreased by 2.68% year-on-year to 4.72 million tons as of November 29[2] - The average operating rate of blast furnaces recorded 82.30%, down 1.55 percentage points month-on-month[2] - Cement dispatch rate was 33.44%, down 4.27 percentage points month-on-month, reflecting weak construction activity[2] Price Performance - Pork prices fell by 0.26% week-on-week, while vegetable prices increased by 1.23%[2] - WTI crude oil rose by 0.84% and Brent crude by 1.02% as of November 29, indicating volatility in oil prices[2] - The average wholesale price of apples increased by 2.14%, driven by reduced production and quality issues[1] Fiscal and Monetary Policy - Special new bonds issued totaled 1.35 trillion yuan, with a significant acceleration in issuance[2] - MLF net injection reached 100 billion yuan, marking the ninth consecutive month of net MLF injections[2] - The yield curve for government bonds has steepened, with the 30-year yield at 2.1851%[2] Overseas Macro - US economic activity shows signs of marginal cooling, with retail sales increasing only 0.2% in September[3] - Ongoing US-Russia peace negotiations face significant unresolved issues, maintaining high uncertainty in the conflict[3] - Initial jobless claims in the US fell to 216,000, indicating a return to low levels, but continued claims remain high at 1.96 million[3]

Group 1: PMI and Economic Indicators - The manufacturing PMI for November 2025 is 49.2%, an increase of 0.2 percentage points from the previous month, indicating an improvement in economic conditions[1] - The production index rose to 50% from 49.7%, returning to the expansion zone, while the new orders index increased to 49.2% from 48.8%[2] - The new export orders index improved significantly by 1.7 percentage points to 47.6%, suggesting a recovery in external demand[2] Group 2: Price and Inventory Trends - The purchasing price index for raw materials rose by 1.1 percentage points to 53.6%, while the factory price index increased by 0.7 percentage points to 48.2%[3] - The inventory index for finished products decreased by 0.8 percentage points to 47.3%, indicating a passive destocking trend among enterprises[4] - Raw material inventory remained stable at 47.3%, while procurement volume increased by 0.5 percentage points to 49.5%[4] Group 3: Sector Performance - The construction industry index rose by 0.5 percentage points to 49.6%, driven by year-end project completions[6] - The service industry index fell by 0.7 percentage points to 59.5%, reflecting a seasonal decline in consumer-related services[6] - Significant increases in export orders were noted in textiles, non-metallic minerals, general equipment, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and non-ferrous metals[2]

Group 1: Profit Growth Analysis - Profit growth for industrial enterprises from January to October 2025 is 1.9%, down from 3.2% in the previous period[1] - The main reasons for the narrowing profit growth are the weakening low base effect and declining production[1] - Industrial production in October 2025 decreased by 4.9%, a drop of 1.6 percentage points compared to the previous month[1] Group 2: Price and Profit Margin Trends - The Producer Price Index (PPI) showed a slight improvement in October 2025, increasing by 0.1% compared to a decline of 2.1% in the previous month[1] - Profit margins slightly decreased to 5.25% from 5.26% in the previous month[1] - Mining industry profit margins improved slightly, while manufacturing and utility sectors saw a decline compared to September[1] Group 3: Demand and Inventory Dynamics - Weak demand has led to passive inventory accumulation, with inventory levels increasing by 6.82% in October 2025[1] - The Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) fell by 1.2 percentage points to 47.3% in October 2025, indicating contraction in manufacturing activity[1] Group 4: Future Outlook and Investment Implications - Future profit trends are expected to stabilize after short-term fluctuations, supported by domestic demand expansion policies[2] - External demand and geopolitical risks will also influence future profit trajectories[2] - Equipment and high-tech manufacturing sectors remain the main drivers of profit growth[1]

Policy Updates - The approval of the Chengdu-Chongqing Economic Circle Land Space Planning marks a significant step in establishing a new growth engine for high-quality development in China, positioning it as the fourth major growth source after Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei, Yangtze River Delta, and Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macau[4] - The plan emphasizes enhancing economic development capabilities and facilitating industrial transfer, particularly in the context of national strategic hinterland construction[4] Economic Performance - China's GDP grew by 5.2% year-on-year in the first three quarters of 2025, demonstrating strong economic resilience[7] - Retail sales of consumer goods are projected to increase from 39.1 trillion yuan in 2020 to 48.3 trillion yuan in 2024, reflecting a robust internal demand[7] Fiscal Policy - The Ministry of Finance reported a 3.4% increase in national fiscal expenditure, with social security, education, and technology spending growing over 5%[33] - A special long-term bond issuance of 3,000 billion yuan is expected to drive sales exceeding 1.6 trillion yuan through consumer goods replacement programs[32] Monetary Policy - The central bank's report indicated a 5.2% GDP growth target for 2025, with nominal GDP growth expected to reach 4.8%[38] - In October 2025, M1 growth declined to 6.2%, while M2 growth fell to 8.2%, indicating a tightening monetary environment[43] Regional Development - The Chengdu-Chongqing region is set to play a crucial role in national economic development, with a focus on infrastructure connectivity and institutional reforms to enhance economic capabilities[48] - The region's GDP is projected to significantly contribute to the overall economic landscape of Western China, with a strategic emphasis on high-quality development[50]

Group 1: 2025 A-Share Market Review - As of November 14, 2025, the overall A-Share index increased by 26.58%, with the ChiNext index and STAR 50 leading at 45.29% and 37.65% respectively [6] - Among 31 primary industries, 30 saw an increase in closing prices compared to the end of the previous year, with non-ferrous metals, communication, and electric equipment leading with gains exceeding 50% [4][19] - The food and beverage industry experienced a decline of 3.40% [4][19] Group 2: 2026 Investment Environment Analysis - The 2026 investment environment is characterized by a stable macroeconomic policy in China, with expected resilience in economic growth and a potential recovery in inflation from low levels [4][36] - The international landscape remains uncertain, with geopolitical risks and trade order challenges impacting global economic growth [36][40] - The "14th Five-Year Plan" is expected to provide a clear development blueprint, enhancing market confidence in China's long-term economic resilience [4][36] Group 3: Market Trend Predictions for 2026 - The A-Share market is anticipated to benefit from improved liquidity, with the current valuation being relatively reasonable compared to global equity markets [4][36] - Earnings growth is expected to become a key focus, driven by the deepening of China's economic transformation and the continuous development of emerging industries [4][36] - The PPI decline is expected to narrow, potentially leading to an increase in corporate profit margins [4][36] Group 4: Style Judgments for 2026 - Small-cap stocks are expected to perform well, particularly in the context of a favorable environment for risk appetite driven by the Fed's anticipated rate cuts and the upward trend in emerging industries [4][36] - Growth stocks are projected to continue outperforming value stocks in the first three quarters of 2026, supported by favorable policies and market conditions [4][36] - In the fourth quarter, as the U.S. midterm elections approach, market risk appetite may shift, potentially favoring value stocks [4][36] Group 5: Structural Investment Opportunities - The "14th Five-Year Plan" is expected to create significant policy dividends and industry opportunities, focusing on two main lines: new productivity driven by technology and the "anti-involution" policy promoting supply-demand optimization [4][36] - Key sectors to watch include artificial intelligence, new energy, and quantum technology, which are highlighted in the "14th Five-Year Plan" [4][36] - The consumer sector is seen as a potential area for investment, with policies aimed at expanding domestic demand [4][36]

Core Insights - The ESG sentiment integration strategy achieved an excess return of 4.13% compared to the benchmark index, with a total return of 2% over the last month [1][9] - The ESG screening strategy underperformed with a decline of 1.64%, but still outperformed the benchmark by 2.13% [1][5] ESG Screening Strategy (CSI 300) - The strategy, based on the report published on December 8, 2023, considers incremental risk information provided by ESG factors and incorporates Markowitz portfolio theory [1][5] - Performance metrics include a total return of -0.2% over the last month, a maximum gain of 2%, and a maximum loss of -2%, with a Sharpe ratio of -0.44 [1][8] ESG Sentiment Integration Strategy (CSI 300) - This strategy, detailed in the report from February 28, 2025, also utilizes ESG sentiment data and Markowitz portfolio theory [1][9] - The strategy's performance shows a total return of 2% over the last month, with a maximum gain of 2% and a maximum loss of -1%, achieving a Sharpe ratio of 3.44 [1][12]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the food and beverage industry, highlighting several key companies as investment opportunities [3][4]. Core Insights - The food and beverage industry is experiencing internal rotation in new consumption and improvement at the bottom of traditional consumption. The overall performance in 2025 was weak, primarily due to the adjustment in the liquor sector, but the long-term recovery trend for mass consumer goods remains intact [3][8]. - For 2026, structural opportunities are expected to continue, with new consumption showing internal rotation and traditional consumption gradually recovering from the bottom [3][15]. Summary by Sections Industry Overview - In 2025, the food and beverage sector's revenue grew by only 0.1% year-on-year, while profits fell by 14.6%, underperforming compared to the previous year. The industry index ranked last among 31 sub-industries with a decline of 4.8% [8][11]. - The adjustment in the liquor sector is identified as the main factor for the overall weak performance, while the recovery trend for mass consumer goods is expected to persist [8][11]. Soft Drinks - The beverage industry is projected to benefit from a rebound in travel demand in 2026, with a revenue increase of 6.2% in the first half of 2025 compared to the previous year [42][45]. - Cost advantages from declining prices of raw materials like sugar and PET are expected to continue, enhancing profit margins for beverage companies [45][49]. Snacks - The konjac snack sector is experiencing high growth, with companies like Salted Fish and Wei Long achieving significant revenue increases in 2025 [66][67]. - The competitive landscape for konjac products is expected to remain manageable, with established brands likely to maintain their market positions despite new entrants [70][76]. Dairy Products - The dairy sector is anticipated to see a recovery in supply-demand balance, with raw milk prices expected to stabilize in 2026 due to ongoing supply adjustments [38][39]. - Policies promoting consumption are expected to benefit liquid milk and milk powder sales, driving demand improvements [38][39]. Frozen and Condiment Products - The frozen food sector is expected to see performance improvements as competition stabilizes, with a focus on recovery in demand [38][39]. - The condiment sector is also projected to benefit from a gradual recovery in consumer demand [38][39]. Liquor - The liquor industry is still in an adjustment phase but is gradually approaching a bottoming out stage, with supply clearing expected to continue into 2026 [6][25]. - The report suggests that the long-term value of liquor stocks will become more apparent as the market stabilizes [6][25]. Investment Recommendations - Key companies to watch include Dongpeng Beverage, Nongfu Spring, and Moutai in the beverage sector, as well as Wei Long and Salted Fish in the snack sector [6][8].

Group 1 - The report highlights that active equity funds are expected to experience a value reassessment due to favorable market conditions and policy support, despite previous underperformance [4][6][10] - The active equity funds have shown significant excess returns in a structural bull market, particularly those focused on advanced manufacturing themes [4][5][6] - The report suggests a "core + satellite" investment strategy to capitalize on the current market environment, emphasizing the importance of thematic investments in state-owned enterprises, technology, and consumption sectors [4][5][6] Group 2 - The ETF market has seen a substantial breakthrough in both quantity and scale, with the total ETF size surpassing 1 trillion yuan, indicating a shift towards high-quality development [4][5][10] - The report notes that the growth of passive products is driven by policy support, technological advancements, and increased demand, particularly in the non-ferrous metals and TMT sectors [4][5][10] - The report anticipates a continued trend of strong performance in popular sectors, with a focus on technology and financial real estate, as well as the potential for expansion in niche ETFs [4][5][10] Group 3 - The report outlines a multi-dimensional ETF quantitative allocation strategy that leverages macro timing, momentum, and advanced modeling techniques to capture diverse returns [4][5][10] - It emphasizes the importance of asset allocation to achieve stable risk-adjusted returns, particularly in a "slow bull" market [4][5][10] - The report suggests that the focus should be on sectors with strong momentum and lower crowding, especially in technology, to capture excess returns [4][5][10]