SMIC(SH:688981) Xin Lang Ji Jin·2025-11-11 02:03Group 1: Semiconductor Industry Performance - The semiconductor industry in China has shown strong performance in Q3, with total revenue reaching 439.2 billion yuan and net profit of 39.8 billion yuan, representing year-on-year growth of nearly 14% and approximately 53% respectively [1] - The "14th Five-Year Plan" emphasizes extraordinary measures to promote breakthroughs in key technologies across various sectors, including integrated circuits and advanced materials, which significantly enhances the growth potential of China's chip industry [1] Group 2: ETF Launch and Market Position - Hua Bao Fund is set to launch the first ETF focused on the Hong Kong chip industry, tracking the CSI Hong Kong Stock Connect Information Technology Composite Index, which consists of 42 hard tech companies [1][3] - As of October 31, 2025, Hua Bao Fund's equity ETFs have reached an asset management scale of 131.49 billion yuan, ranking among the top ten in the industry [2] Group 3: Index Composition and Characteristics - The CSI Hong Kong Stock Connect Information Technology Composite Index is composed of 70% hardware and 30% software, focusing on semiconductor, electronics, and computer software sectors, which allows for better capture of AI hard tech trends [3][6] - The index has a high concentration of leading companies, with the top five stocks accounting for 50.03% of the total weight, indicating a strong alignment with the growth of industry leaders [6] Group 4: Company Developments - Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corporation (SMIC) plans to acquire a 49% stake in SMIC North Integrated Circuit Manufacturing, enhancing its control over a significant 12-inch wafer manufacturing base [7] - The acquisition will increase SMIC's ownership from 51% to 100%, allowing for full control over production capabilities, which include advanced technology processes [7]