Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-08-07 00:45Core Viewpoint - The newly released policy on reducing preschool education costs has positively impacted the A-share market, particularly benefiting stocks related to childcare and early education, leading to a broad market rally in these sectors [1][3]. Group 1: Policy Impact - The central government's issuance of the "Opinions on Gradually Promoting Free Preschool Education" complements the previously announced "Implementation Plan for Childcare Subsidies," creating a policy synergy [3]. - The market reaction indicates a short-term emotional boost driven by the policy, with expectations for a positive long-term impact on the infant and child industry chain as the policies are implemented [3]. Group 2: Industry Outlook - The new policy may lead to a differentiation within the A-share education sector, where leading companies with brand advantages and course development capabilities are expected to enhance service quality and expand family childcare guidance services, potentially increasing customer spending and offering valuation recovery opportunities [5]. - The gradual implementation of free preschool education is anticipated to accelerate the release of real demand for educational resources, benefiting niche sectors such as childcare themes, educational informatization, and teacher training [5]. - Future demand is expected to increase around courses, content, services, and facilities, which may become the next investment theme in the industry [7].