Ge Long Hui·2025-09-17 03:09Core Viewpoint - Bank of America Securities reports that during a recent investor event, discussions with management from Chinese software companies and data center/cloud computing firms revealed steady progress in AI monetization and an increase in AI-related contract values [1] Group 1: Software Companies - AI agency and AI coding deployment are enhancing operational efficiency for software companies [1] - Companies like Kingdee and Meitu, which have a high proportion of subscription revenue, are expected to show greater growth visibility [1] - Bank of America Securities prefers companies with robust downstream demand and high recurring revenue, with Kingdee and Meitu being top picks, rated "Buy" with target prices of HKD 20.7 and HKD 13.5 respectively [1] Group 2: Data Centers and Cloud Services - AI development is driving strong growth in data center demand, supported by positive progress in domestic AI chip research [1] - The public cloud business is also experiencing robust growth due to AI [1] - Bank of America Securities is optimistic about companies like GDS Holdings, Century Internet, and Kingsoft Cloud, all benefiting from strong AI demand, with all performance exceeding expectations and rated "Buy" [1] - Mingyuan Cloud's target price has been raised from HKD 3.7 to HKD 4, maintaining a "Neutral" rating [1]