Xin Lang Cai Jing·2026-01-23 03:42Core Viewpoint - The A-share market is experiencing significant investment interest in the controllable nuclear fusion sector, with the Wind nuclear fusion index rising by 20.5% at its peak in January and currently up by 15.92%, with monthly trading volume exceeding 780 billion yuan [1][2]. Industry Developments - Several companies, including Zhongji HuanKe, Antai Technology, Tiangong International, and Xuguang Electronics, have disclosed their involvement in controllable nuclear fusion, while others have clarified their limited business scale to manage market expectations [2][13]. - The compact fusion energy experimental device (BEST) in Hefei has made significant progress, with key components successfully delivered, and it is expected to be completed by 2027, potentially becoming the first device to achieve fusion power generation [4][15]. - The controllable nuclear fusion industry is advancing rapidly in China, with a notable increase in commercialization efforts since 2022, and a significant number of startups emerging in the past five years, attracting around $6.5 billion in investments [6][16]. Market Performance - As of January 23, 2026, many nuclear fusion concept stocks have seen substantial gains, with companies like Zinc Industry Co., Yuguang Gold Lead, and Western Materials hitting their daily price limits [2][14]. - The stock prices of companies involved in nuclear fusion have shown significant increases, with Zhongji HuanKe's stock rising by 18.31% since the beginning of January [18]. Regulatory Environment - The implementation of the Atomic Energy Law on January 15, 2023, encourages and supports controllable nuclear fusion, providing a foundational framework for the industry's development [5][16]. Company Initiatives - Companies like Antai Technology and Tiangong International are actively participating in nuclear fusion projects, with Antai signing agreements for advanced filter projects and Tiangong achieving breakthroughs in neutron shielding materials [19][20]. - Star Ring Fusion announced a record-breaking 1 billion yuan A-round financing, with plans to complete engineering validation by 2028 and start construction of a commercial demonstration reactor by around 2032 [17][18].