Zhi Tong Cai Jing·2025-09-28 11:49Core Viewpoint - The report from CITIC Securities emphasizes that resource security, Chinese enterprises going global, and technological competition will be key drivers of market structural trends in the foreseeable future. These themes correspond to an industry allocation framework of resources, globalization, and new productive forces [1]. Group 1: Resource Security - Traditional resource industries are facing frequent supply shocks due to insufficient investment in a high-interest-rate environment, particularly in developed countries where private sector investment remains weak [1]. - The capital expenditure of traditional industrial enterprises in Europe and the U.S. has been low, with Japan's machine tool orders to Europe and the U.S. showing 28 consecutive months of negative growth [1]. - Predictions for major copper mining companies indicate a downward adjustment in production forecasts from 14.89 million tons to 14.21 million tons for 2025, with growth rates dropping from 6.4% to 0.6% [1]. Group 2: Supply Chain and Geopolitical Factors - Geopolitical tensions and national security policies are leading to more frequent supply shocks, as seen in the Democratic Republic of Congo's new cobalt export policies and Indonesia's tightening of nickel exports [2]. - Countries rich in strategic resources are increasingly recognizing the unsustainability of long-term low pricing and are controlling supply to maintain favorable price levels [2]. Group 3: Enterprises Going Global - The globalization of Chinese enterprises is a core fundamental driver of the current market, with companies generating over 20% of their revenue from overseas contributing 40% of profits and 37% of market capitalization [3]. - The return on equity (ROE) for non-financial A-share companies with significant overseas revenue has increased from around 7% in early 2022 to about 10%, while other companies' ROE has declined from 9% to around 6% [3]. - A stable trade environment is crucial for the sustainability of Chinese enterprises' globalization efforts, with the recent A-share market rally linked to improved trade relations following negotiations [4]. Group 4: Technological Competition - Chinese tech giants are increasingly clarifying their AI strategies, with significant investments announced by companies like Alibaba and Tencent, indicating a shift towards aggressive AI infrastructure development [6]. - The global AI investment market is projected to grow significantly, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 31.9% from 2025 to 2029, highlighting the competitive landscape [6]. - The potential shift of AI focus from cloud to edge computing presents significant opportunities for domestic applications, allowing for a resurgence in the Chinese mobile internet sector [7].