Group 1 - UBS believes that infrastructure is likely to continue being a key stabilizer for the Chinese economy, with growth expected to be more structural rather than broad-based due to a large base effect [1] - UBS forecasts that infrastructure fixed asset investment (excluding utilities) growth will slightly rebound from 0.4% in 2025 to 3% in 2026, with telecommunications, internet, and water conservancy sectors expected to achieve the highest year-on-year growth in 2026 [1] - UBS maintains a "Buy" rating on China Railway (00390) and China Communications Construction (01800), while holding a "Neutral" rating on China Railway Construction (01186), favoring China Railway for its mining business exposure which offers more profit and valuation leverage [1] Group 2 - UBS anticipates stronger support from the public sector, particularly the central government, in 2026 compared to 2025, with moderate fiscal expansion expected to increase funding for infrastructure [2] - Key focus areas for infrastructure development during the 14th Five-Year Plan are likely to include railways, water conservancy, transportation, energy, and urban infrastructure, with opportunities seen in AI, low-altitude economy, communication networks, and smart transportation/cities [2] - UBS has lowered profit forecasts for state-owned contractors from 2025 to 2027 to reflect lower-than-expected 2025 earnings and 2026 outlook, while raising target price-to-earnings ratios based on higher expected earnings growth per share [2]