news flash·2025-07-18 00:34Core Viewpoint - The AH premium index has been declining since 2025, indicating a shift in mainland policies and a low interest rate environment leading to a repricing of H-shares by southbound funds [1] Group 1: Market Trends - Since the "9.24" market event in 2024, there has been a significant inflow of southbound funds into Hong Kong stocks, with a notable increase in trading volume, reflecting the growing attractiveness of undervalued leading stocks to mainland investors [1] - The current holdings of southbound and mainland capital in the AH stock H index account for 50%, with insurance capital heavily investing in the banking sector being a primary reason for the decline in the AH premium index [1] Group 2: Investment Opportunities - The strong motivation for insurance capital to allocate to H-shares in the banking sector suggests that there is still room for the AH premium to decline, which is expected to continue exerting downward pressure on the index [1] - The listing of high-quality A-shares in Hong Kong has expanded the downward space for the premium index, enhancing liquidity in the Hong Kong market and alleviating the discounts on H-shares due to insufficient liquidity, thereby narrowing the valuation gap between the two markets [1] Group 3: Recommendations - In this context, it is recommended to focus on scarce assets in Hong Kong stocks that have significant industry trends, high earnings visibility, and market catalysts, including sectors such as: 1. AI software; 2. Innovative pharmaceuticals; 3. Non-bank financials; 4. Banking [1]