Core Viewpoint - Semiconductor stocks continue to decline, influenced by new U.S. export control measures targeting China, which may accelerate domestic industry self-sufficiency and promote domestic substitution [1] Group 1: Market Performance - Semiconductor stocks such as SMIC (00981) fell by 5.07% to HKD 70.15, Hua Hong Semiconductor (01347) decreased by 4.91% to HKD 77.45, and Shanghai Fudan (01385) dropped by 2.78% to HKD 40.64 [1] Group 2: Regulatory Impact - On October 7, the U.S. House of Representatives' "Special Committee" released a significant report on semiconductor export controls concerning China, proposing nine recommendations to expand export restrictions [1] - According to CICC, the U.S. semiconductor export controls signify a shift in trade friction towards core technologies and raw materials, which may lead to accelerated domestic industry self-sufficiency and promote domestic substitution [1] Group 3: Industry Outlook - Huatai Securities reported that concerns about a potential bubble in the global AI market exist, but overall optimism remains, supported by strong growth in token usage, which bolsters AI investment confidence [1] - TSMC's progress in building factories in the U.S. is on track, although supporting facilities still need improvement, with expectations to maintain high gross margins due to technological advantages [1] - Advanced packaging is highlighted as a key technology that may sustain Moore's Law in the AI era, presenting investment opportunities for related foundries and equipment companies [1]