Zheng Quan Shi Bao Wang·2026-01-05 01:37Core Viewpoint - The chief A-share strategist at CITIC Securities, Qiu Xiang, predicts that the profit growth rate of A-share companies will exhibit a pattern of low growth followed by high growth in 2026 [1] Group 1: Market Phases - The market trend is expected to be influenced by the US-China trade agreement and the US midterm elections, divided into three phases: 1. From now until the trade agreement is finalized, the market's upward slope is expected to slow down 2. From the agreement's implementation to the end of the midterm elections, A-shares are likely to experience sustained growth in a stable external environment 3. After the midterm elections, uncertainties from external disturbances may increase sharply, prompting investors to refocus on domestic factors [1] Group 2: Investment Opportunities and Sector Allocation - Four major themes are highlighted for investment opportunities: 1. The manufacturing sector's competition for global pricing power, with a focus on industries such as non-ferrous metals, chemicals, and new energy, which can convert market share advantages into pricing power and profit margin increases 2. The globalization of Chinese enterprises, significantly expanding market capitalization and profit growth potential, with key industries including machinery, innovative pharmaceuticals, electric equipment, and military industry 3. The continuation of the technology trend, particularly in AI, which is expected to further expand its commercial applications and enhance the competitive advantages of Chinese companies, focusing on sectors like semiconductors, computing power, edge hardware, and AI applications 4. The potential for unexpected recovery in domestic demand, where although the outlook for domestic demand-related sectors is generally moderate, there exists significant room for recovery and valuation elasticity [2]