Report Overview - Report Date: December 17, 2025 - Report Title: Economic Data Review for November 2025 1. Industry Investment Rating - The document does not provide an industry investment rating. 2. Core Viewpoints - Most economic indicators continued to weaken in November. Consumption and investment faced significant pressure, and the GDP growth rate in Q4 might slow down compared to Q3. The core contradiction in the current economic operation is the co - existence of the drag from the adjustment of old driving forces and the growth of new driving forces. Real - estate downturn and cautious consumer behavior are short - term constraints, while policy support and industrial upgrading are key supports [2]. - In December, social retail sales still face a high - base pressure from the +3.7% year - on - year growth in December 2024, and the effect of the withdrawal of national subsidies may continue to show. In terms of fixed - asset investment, the decline in real - estate investment has widened, infrastructure investment may be under great fiscal constraint pressure, and only manufacturing upgrading provides support [2]. - The 2025 Central Economic Work Conference emphasized the role of domestic demand, strengthened the main position of enterprise innovation, and added the statement of "increasing counter - cyclical and cross - cyclical adjustment" in macro - policies. Attention should be paid to the implementation effect of growth - stabilization policies and the supporting role of high - quality development and new productive forces on the economy [2]. - In 2026, the bond market may perform better than expected. Since the second half of the year, the bond market has often deviated from the fundamentals and is dominated by institutional behavior. It is expected that the policy interest rate will be cut by about 20BP in 2026, with a 10BP cut likely in Q1. In the long - term, the 30 - year treasury bond yield is expected to fall below 2% [3]. 3. Summary by Category Consumption - In November, the growth rate of social retail sales continued to decline. The total retail sales of consumer goods in November was 4.4 trillion yuan, a year - on - year increase of 1.3%, 1.6 percentage points lower than the previous month. The year - on - year growth rate has declined for six consecutive months, reaching the lowest single - month level since 2023. From January to November, the total retail sales of consumer goods increased by 4.0% year - on - year, 0.3 percentage points lower than from January to October [2]. - The policy to expand service consumption continued to be implemented, and service retail sales continued to grow rapidly. From January to November, the retail sales of cultural, sports, and leisure services continued to grow at a double - digit rate. The national box office revenue increased by 19.5% year - on - year, and the number of moviegoers increased by 20.3% year - on - year [2]. - The year - on - year growth rate of most retail sales of national - subsidy - related categories continued to slow down. In November, the year - on - year growth rate of retail sales of above - quota household appliances and audio - visual equipment dropped significantly to - 19.4%, 4.8 percentage points lower than in October. The year - on - year retail sales of above - quota furniture decreased by 3.8%, 13.4 percentage points lower than in October [2]. Fixed - Asset Investment - The pressure on fixed - asset investment continued to increase. The cumulative year - on - year growth rate of fixed - asset investment has been weakening for eight consecutive months, with negative growth for three consecutive months and an accelerating decline. The decline in real - estate development investment has widened for nine consecutive months. From January to November, fixed - asset investment decreased by 2.6% year - on - year [2]. - From January to November, infrastructure investment, manufacturing investment, and real - estate development investment decreased by 1.1%, increased by 1.9%, and decreased by 15.9% year - on - year respectively, 1.0, 0.8, and 1.2 percentage points lower than the previous period. Infrastructure investment has had negative cumulative year - on - year growth for two consecutive months [2]. - Private investment has had negative cumulative year - on - year growth for six consecutive months. From January to November, the year - on - year decline widened to - 5.3%, 0.8 percentage points lower than from January to October [2]. Foreign Trade - The overall growth rate of imports and exports rebounded significantly. In November, the total value of imports and exports was 3.9 trillion yuan, a year - on - year increase of 4.1%, a significant increase of 4 percentage points from 0.1% in October. Exports were 2.3 trillion yuan, a year - on - year increase of 5.7%, rebounding from - 0.8% in October. Imports were 1.6 trillion yuan, maintaining growth for six consecutive months [3]. - Trade with the EU and Africa rebounded significantly, while the decline in exports to the US continued to widen. In November, the total trade value with ASEAN increased by 3.3% year - on - year, and exports to ASEAN increased by 8.2%. The total trade value with the EU increased by 10.25% year - on - year, 8.3 percentage points higher than the previous period. Exports to the EU increased by 14.8% year - on - year, a significant rebound of 13.9 percentage points from October [3]. - High - end manufacturing became the core driving force for the rebound. In November, exports of mechanical and electrical products increased by 9.65% year - on - year in US dollars, 8.4 percentage points higher than the previous month, and exports of high - tech products increased by 7.68% year - on - year, 5.9 percentage points higher than the previous month [3]. Industrial and Service Sectors - From January to November, the added value of industrial enterprises above the designated size increased by 6.0% year - on - year, 0.1 percentage points lower than from January to October. In November, it increased by 4.8% year - on - year, 0.1 percentage points lower than in October [3]. - In November, the added value of high - tech manufacturing and equipment manufacturing above the designated size increased by 8.4% and 7.7% year - on - year respectively, maintaining a growth rate of over 7% in each month since 2025 [3]. - In November, the service production index increased by 4.2% year - on - year, 0.4 percentage points lower than the previous month and 1.9 percentage points lower than in November last year [3]. Economic Outlook and Recommendations - The economy still faces certain pressure. On the consumption side, although there is growth in durable goods and service consumption supported by policies, the decline in the retail sales of above - quota durable goods reflects that the overall consumer willingness still needs to be boosted. On the investment side, the drag of infrastructure and real - estate on the economy may continue [3]. - The probability of the introduction of growth - stabilization policies such as reserve requirement ratio cuts and interest rate cuts increases. The bond market in 2026 may perform better than expected, and it is recommended to focus on the allocation value of 5 - year bank capital bonds and ultra - long - term interest - rate bonds [3]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the construction decoration industry is "Positive" (maintained) [2] Core Viewpoints - The focus is on the start of the "15th Five-Year Plan" in 2026, with the construction sector expected to experience a "spring rally." Overall infrastructure investment in 2025 remains weak, with growth rates at low levels. However, conditions for marginal improvement in investment rhythm may arise in the first quarter of 2026, catalyzing sentiment and orders for the sector [2][10]. Summary by Sections 1. Five-Year Plan Impact - The five-year plan significantly influences infrastructure investment rhythms, showing a clear "high at the front, stable at the back" pattern in recent cycles. Historically, infrastructure investment growth in China has exhibited stable phase characteristics, with the first half of the plan often seeing concentrated project launches and relatively high growth rates, while the latter half tends to stabilize [3][10]. 2. Investment Recovery Patterns - Historical data indicates a "low base - next year recovery" pattern for first-quarter infrastructure growth. For instance, in 2025, the broad infrastructure fixed asset investment growth rates for January-February and March are 9.95% and 12.59%, respectively. However, excluding the impact of power investment, the narrow infrastructure growth rates are only 5.60% and 5.94%, marking the lowest in five years. The expectation for 2026 is that the first quarter may naturally recover due to the low growth base in 2025 [4][12]. 3. Provincial Project Disclosures - In the first quarter of the "14th Five-Year Plan," multiple provinces are expected to disclose significant plans for communication, comprehensive transportation, water conservancy, and major infrastructure projects, which will significantly catalyze the infrastructure industry chain. For example, provinces like Sichuan and Chongqing have set ambitious investment targets for the "14th Five-Year Plan," which will lay the groundwork for the upcoming "15th Five-Year Plan" [5][10]. 4. Market Performance - The Shanghai Composite Index fell by 0.34%, while the Shenzhen Component Index rose by 0.84%, and the ChiNext Index increased by 2.74%. The construction decoration index dropped by 1.59%, with sectors like landscaping engineering and municipal engineering showing positive growth [6][25]. 5. Company Announcements - Several companies in the construction sector have reported significant project wins, including major overseas contracts and domestic infrastructure projects, indicating a robust pipeline of work that supports future revenue growth [19][20].

Group 1: Construction Materials Industry - The central economic work conference emphasizes "internal strength" and highlights the contradiction of "strong supply and weak demand" in the construction materials industry, indicating a shift towards supply-side reforms and potential investment opportunities in the cement sector [2][6][9] - The policy focus has shifted from "extraordinary counter-cyclical adjustments" to "increasing counter-cyclical and cross-cyclical adjustment efforts," suggesting a more gradual adjustment in demand-side policies for the upcoming year [2][6] - The cement sector remains the most valuable investment area within the construction materials industry, with expectations for a new round of supply-side reform [2][6] Group 2: Cosmetics Raw Materials Industry - The Chinese cosmetics raw materials market is projected to grow from CNY 1147.80 billion in 2019 to CNY 1603.90 billion by 2024, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.9% [10] - The peptide raw materials market is expected to grow from CNY 11.2 billion in 2019 to CNY 21.7 billion by 2024, with a CAGR of 14.1% [10] - Leading companies in the industry include Weiqi Technology and Jiakai Biological, with Weiqi holding a 6.6% market share in the peptide raw materials sector [10][11] Group 3: Transportation Industry - The logistics demand in emerging markets is showing robust growth, with Jitu Express achieving record daily collection volumes in Brazil [15][16] - The international air transport association (IATA) forecasts a stable profit outlook for airlines, with a projected total net profit of USD 41 billion in 2026 [18] - The supply chain bottlenecks continue to restrict the growth of the aviation industry, with a structural mismatch between demand and available aircraft [18] Group 4: Agriculture, Forestry, Animal Husbandry, and Fishery Industry - The pig price is expected to remain weak, with a recent increase to CNY 11.54/kg, but overall industry losses persist [31][32] - The central economic work conference has introduced policies aimed at stabilizing pig prices and enhancing farmers' income, indicating a shift towards protecting farmers' rights and promoting innovation [32] - The chicken industry faces a "high capacity, weak consumption" dilemma, with leading companies likely to gain market share as they adapt to changing conditions [33]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the building materials industry is "Positive" (maintained) [4] Core Viewpoints - The building materials sector is under pressure, but overall profitability is stabilizing. In the first three quarters of 2025, the sector's revenue decreased by 4.39% year-on-year, while gross margin increased by 1.61 percentage points. The net profit attributable to shareholders increased by 20.56% year-on-year, with a notable performance in the fiberglass segment due to rising demand for electronic fabrics [5][9][12] Summary by Relevant Sections Overall Industry Performance - The building materials sector experienced a revenue decline of 4.39% year-on-year in the first three quarters of 2025, with a gross margin increase of 1.61 percentage points and a net profit margin increase of 1.08 percentage points. The net profit attributable to shareholders rose by 20.56% year-on-year [5][9][10] Cement Sector - The cement market faced significant demand decline, with a total production of 1.259 billion tons in the first three quarters of 2025, down 5.2% year-on-year. The revenue for the cement sector decreased by 7.63% year-on-year, while the net profit attributable to shareholders increased by 158.74% year-on-year [25][26] Glass Sector - The float glass segment saw a production decline of 5.2% year-on-year, with revenue down by 9.94%. In contrast, the photovoltaic glass segment experienced a recovery in the second half of the year, with prices increasing significantly in September [9][25] Fiberglass Sector - The fiberglass sector showed a revenue increase of 23.54% year-on-year, driven by demand from AI server upgrades and high-frequency communication technology, leading to price increases in specialized fiberglass products [9][12] Consumer Building Materials - The consumer building materials sector's revenue decreased by 6.46% year-on-year, but some companies like SanKeShu and TuBaoBao managed to achieve growth through strategic adjustments and product optimization [12][19]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the construction materials industry is "Positive" (maintained) [4] Core Viewpoints - The central economic work conference emphasizes "internal strength" and suggests that the supply-demand imbalance will be a focus, indicating a shift from last year's policies. This year, the emphasis is on supply-side reforms and the potential for a new round of supply-side reform trends in the construction materials sector, particularly in the cement segment, which remains the most valuable investment area [5][14] Summary by Sections Industry Tracking - The construction materials index (Shenwan) decreased by 1.4% during the week, while the cement, glass fiber, and renovation materials indices showed mixed performance [9] - The top five performing stocks included Zaiseng Technology (+61.2%) and Zhonggang Luoni (+22.0%), while the bottom five included Gudite Technology (-13.2%) and Fujian Cement (-11.8%) [9] Industry Dynamics - The central economic work conference aims to stabilize the real estate market and implement policies tailored to local conditions. Key tasks include managing risks in critical areas and promoting the construction of "good houses" [14] - Shandong Province has issued guidelines to support housing "old-for-new" exchanges, enhancing the efficiency of property exchanges and providing financial support [14] Data Tracking - Cement: The average price of 42.5 cement is 354.8 RMB/ton, with a month-on-month increase of 0.2 RMB/ton and a year-on-year decrease of 69.2 RMB/ton [15] - Float Glass: The average price of 5mm float glass is 1219.0 RMB/ton, with a month-on-month increase of 10.0 RMB/ton and a year-on-year decrease of 325.5 RMB/ton [41] - Glass Fiber: The average price of alkali-free glass fiber yarn is 4565.0 RMB/ton, remaining stable month-on-month but down 37.5 RMB/ton year-on-year [51] - Carbon Fiber: The average price of large tow carbon fiber is 72.5 RMB/kg, stable month-on-month and year-on-year [58]

Investment Rating - The report indicates a positive outlook for the cosmetics raw materials industry, highlighting the stable growth of the downstream cosmetics sector and the leading positions of companies like Weiqi Technology and Jiakai Biological [1]. Core Insights - The cosmetics raw materials industry in China is projected to grow from CNY 1,147.80 billion in 2019 to CNY 1,603.90 billion by 2024, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.9% [2][12]. - The peptide active ingredients market is expected to grow from CNY 11.2 billion in 2019 to CNY 21.7 billion by 2024, achieving a CAGR of 14.1% [2][16]. - The plant extract raw materials market is anticipated to increase from CNY 204.5 billion in 2019 to CNY 270.2 billion by 2024, with a CAGR of 6.5% [2][20]. - Weiqi Technology holds a 6.6% market share in the peptide raw materials sector, ranking first in China [2][25]. - Jiakai Biological has established a leading position in the plant extract efficacy raw materials field, with significant revenue growth [2][33]. Summary by Sections 1. Growth of the Cosmetics Raw Materials Industry - The cosmetics raw materials market in China is expected to reach CNY 1,604 billion by 2024, driven by the stable growth of the cosmetics industry [2][5]. - The global cosmetics market is projected to reach USD 550.3 billion in 2024, with China being the largest market [5][8]. 2. Performance of Weiqi Technology and Jiakai Biological - Weiqi Technology's revenue for the first half of 2025 is CNY 132 million, a year-on-year increase of 34.6%, with a net profit of CNY 40.2 million, up 68.76% [2][30]. - Jiakai Biological's revenue for the first three quarters of 2025 is CNY 195 million, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 7.91%, with a net profit of CNY 47.3 million, up 16.91% [2][37]. 3. Market Trends and Valuation - The median price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio for the North Exchange consumer service sector increased to 50.1X, indicating a slight upward trend [2][50]. - The total market capitalization of consumer service companies on the North Exchange rose from CNY 1,096.29 billion to CNY 1,152.85 billion [2][43]. 4. Competitive Landscape - The cosmetics raw materials industry is characterized by a low concentration, with many small-scale companies primarily serving domestic mid-to-low-end markets [2][12]. - The demand for active ingredients, particularly peptides, is growing rapidly, driven by consumer preferences for effective skincare products [2][15].

Investment Rating - The report assigns a "Buy" rating for the company, marking its first coverage [5][9][70]. Core Insights - The company, Xiaocaiyuan, is a leading player in the fast-growing casual Chinese dining sector, focusing on providing healthy and affordable meals since its establishment in 2013. It successfully listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange at the end of 2024 [5][15]. - The casual dining segment is expected to grow faster than the overall Chinese dining market, with a projected compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.1% from 2023 to 2028, compared to 8.7% for the overall market [5][29]. - Xiaocaiyuan holds the largest market share in the casual dining segment, with a focus on fresh, seasonal dishes and a menu that caters to diverse consumer preferences [5][39]. Summary by Sections Market Performance - As of December 12, 2025, the closing price was HKD 9.59, with a market capitalization of HKD 11,287.43 million [3]. Financial Projections - Revenue is projected to reach RMB 55.57 billion in 2025, with a year-on-year growth rate of 6.66%. Net profit is expected to be RMB 7.49 billion, reflecting a growth rate of 29.02% [7][9][69]. - The company anticipates a significant increase in both dine-in and takeout revenue, with dine-in revenue growth rates of 8.34%, 17.01%, and 14.76% from 2025 to 2027 [10][68]. Business Model and Expansion Potential - Xiaocaiyuan operates a low-density store model, particularly in the Jiangsu province, where its store density is only 3.1 stores per million residents, compared to McDonald's 7.13 stores per million [5][53]. - The company has a short payback period for new stores, averaging 13.8 months, which is significantly lower than the industry average of over 18 months [5][57]. Supply Chain and Digital Capabilities - The company has established a comprehensive supply chain system, including a central kitchen and a fleet of over 200 vehicles for efficient logistics [8][59]. - Xiaocaiyuan is enhancing its digital capabilities to improve operational efficiency, including a member system and business intelligence analytics [8][61]. Talent Management - The company emphasizes internal talent development, with 90.4% of current shareholders having risen from grassroots positions within the company [8][64]. Competitive Positioning - Xiaocaiyuan's pricing strategy positions it as a value leader in the casual dining market, with an average customer spend of RMB 57.1 [5][39].

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the transportation industry is "Positive" (maintained) [4] Core Views - The express delivery sector is experiencing resilient demand, with a "de-involution" trend driving up express prices, enhancing corporate profitability. Long-term competition opportunities are expected in the e-commerce express delivery sector. Companies like SF Express and JD Logistics are likely to benefit from cyclical recovery and ongoing cost reductions, with significant potential for both performance and valuation increases [16] - In the shipping sector, oil transportation is expected to benefit from increased crude oil production and demand driven by the Federal Reserve's interest rate cuts. The market is anticipated to see significant improvement in 2026, with companies like China Merchants Energy and COSCO Shipping Energy being recommended for attention [16] - The aviation sector shows stable demand growth, with supply constraints and cost improvements expected to create a favorable environment for investment. Companies such as China Southern Airlines and Air China are suggested for early positioning [16] Summary by Sections Express Logistics - The Black Friday logistics demand in emerging markets is showing robust growth, with J&T Express in Brazil achieving record daily collection volumes, with non-platform customer orders increasing nearly 40% month-on-month [5] - The Shentong Changde Transit Center is set to process 500 million packages annually upon full operation, significantly enhancing logistics efficiency in the region [6] Aviation - The International Air Transport Association (IATA) forecasts a net profit of $41 billion for global airlines in 2026, despite ongoing supply chain bottlenecks. The net profit margin is expected to remain at 3.9% [7] - The easing of group travel visa restrictions between China and South Korea is anticipated to stimulate inbound demand [7] Shipping and Ports - The SCFI composite freight index increased by 7.8% week-on-week, indicating rising export container freight rates [10] - The BDI index for bulk shipping decreased by 8.1% week-on-week, reflecting a decline in shipping rates across various categories [11] Road and Rail - National logistics operations are running smoothly, with rail freight volume at 80.19 million tons, down 2.35% week-on-week [14] - The revenue from tolls on the Zhongyuan Expressway increased by 3.8% year-on-year, indicating stable traffic flow [15]

Group 1: Fixed Income - The Central Economic Work Conference emphasized the need for proactive fiscal policy and maintaining necessary fiscal deficits and debt levels for 2025 [7] - Monetary policy will continue to be moderately loose, with a focus on using various policy tools flexibly to promote stable economic growth and reasonable price recovery [7] - The report suggests focusing on the allocation value of 5Y bank capital bonds and ultra-long-term interest rate bonds [9] Group 2: Green Energy and North Exchange - The Central Economic Work Conference highlighted the commitment to a "dual carbon" strategy, promoting a comprehensive green transition [16] - By the end of September 2025, China's renewable energy installed capacity reached 2.198 billion kilowatts, accounting for 59.1% of the total power generation capacity [17] - The North Exchange includes 26 key enterprises in the green electricity industry, indicating significant growth potential in this sector [18] Group 3: Nuclear Fusion Supply Chain - The BEST project in nuclear fusion has seen a significant increase in bidding scale, with approximately 2.62 billion yuan in bids in Q4 2025, compared to 620 million yuan in Q3 2025 [22] - The report anticipates further expansion in bidding scale as the project progresses towards its 2027 completion goal [23] - Key companies to watch in the nuclear fusion supply chain include AnTai Technology and Dongfang Precision [23] Group 4: Metals and Materials - Tungsten prices have reached a historical high due to supply contraction and price increases in long-term contracts [25] - The report notes that molybdenum prices are fluctuating due to demand from the steel sector, while tin prices are rising due to supply pressures from geopolitical issues [27] - The report suggests monitoring companies like Zhongtung High-tech and Xiamen Tungsten for investment opportunities in the tungsten sector [25] Group 5: Media and Entertainment - Disney announced a $1 billion investment in OpenAI and will become the first major content licensing partner for Sora, an AI video platform [29] - This partnership is expected to create new business models and enhance the value of intellectual property in content creation [29] - The report recommends focusing on companies that have strong IP content creation capabilities and partnerships with large model companies [29]

Investment Rating - The report rates the automotive parts industry as "Positive" (First Time) [1] Core Viewpoints - The loosening of regulations is expected to accelerate the mass production of electronic mechanical brakes (EMB) and steer-by-wire (SBW), leading to a significant market expansion [3] - The domestic market for line-controlled chassis is projected to exceed 100 billion by 2030, driven by advancements in high-level autonomous driving [3][30] - The report emphasizes the importance of focusing on high-quality Tier 1 suppliers and upstream components such as motors and lead screws [4][9] Summary by Relevant Sections Line-Controlled Chassis - The pursuit of human-machine decoupling in line-controlled chassis is fundamental for achieving L3/L4 autonomous driving [9] - The market for line-controlled braking systems is expected to reach 50 billion by 2030, with EMB projected at 16.4 billion [3][30] - The line-controlled steering market is anticipated to reach 50 billion by 2030, with SBW projected at 21.5 billion [3][30] Regulatory Developments - Regulations allowing EMB to be implemented in vehicles will officially take effect on January 1, 2026 [3][26] - New policies regarding SBW are expected to be catalyzed within the year, although specific certification details remain unclear [3][26] Market Dynamics - The report highlights that the penetration rate of line-controlled chassis is expected to rise from 5% in 2025 to 30% by 2030 [31] - The overall market for intelligent chassis in China is projected to exceed 100 billion by 2030, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 37% from 2025 to 2030 [30][29] Key Companies to Watch - The report suggests focusing on leading Tier 1 suppliers with comprehensive platform capabilities, such as NEXTEER, ZF, and others [4][9]