BANK OF CHINA(SH:601988) Zheng Quan Shi Bao·2025-11-21 09:45Core Viewpoint - The A-share market experienced significant adjustments this week, with major indices declining due to external market volatility and profit-taking after six consecutive months of gains. High-dividend stocks, particularly in the banking sector, have gained popularity among investors [1][6]. Market Performance - The Shanghai Composite Index fell to 3834.89, down 2.45%, while the Shenzhen Component Index dropped to 12538.07, down 3.41%. Other indices, including the ChiNext and CSI 50, also saw declines, with the ChiNext Index down 4.02% [2]. - Average daily trading volume decreased to below 2 trillion yuan, totaling 9.33 trillion yuan for the week, a reduction of nearly 900 billion yuan compared to the previous week [2]. Fund Flows - The financing balance decreased slightly by approximately 3 billion yuan this week, maintaining a high historical level. The defense and military industry saw over 1.6 billion yuan in net financing purchases, while the computer sector received over 1.1 billion yuan [3]. - The computer sector attracted over 21 billion yuan in net inflows from major funds, with media and defense industries also receiving over 10 billion yuan each. Conversely, the electronic sector experienced net outflows exceeding 2.9 billion yuan [3]. Sector Highlights - High-dividend stocks, particularly in the banking sector, have been favored by the market. China Bank's stock price has risen significantly, achieving a historical high with a cumulative increase of over 21% over seven weeks [3]. - Despite the continuous rise in bank stocks, overall valuations remain low, with most A-share listed banks trading below their net asset values. The median price-to-book ratio is approximately 0.6 times, with the lowest being 0.32 times for Minsheng Bank [5]. Dividend Yields - The median dividend yield for bank stocks over the past year is 4.24%, significantly higher than deposit rates, with the highest yield at 7.55% for Industrial Bank. Other banks also reported yields exceeding 6% [6]. - High-dividend stocks such as Aopu Technology and Midea Group have shown strong performance amid recent market adjustments, with China Petroleum reaching a ten-year high [6]. Market Outlook - The market is currently undergoing adjustments due to external risks, but the overall trend is expected to remain upward in the long term. Analysts suggest that the current market conditions provide an opportunity for repositioning funds, with potential policy support likely to drive future market movements [6][7].