Mei Ri Jing Ji Xin Wen·2026-01-27 02:22Group 1 - The A-share market experienced a collective decline on January 27, with the Shanghai Composite Index down by 0.32%. The sectors showing gains included metals, banking, and oil, while electric equipment and pharmaceuticals saw the largest declines [1] - In the semiconductor sector, the performance was mixed. The chip ETF (159995.SZ) fell by 1.00%, while some component stocks like Ruixin Micro and Zhongwei Company increased by 2.85% and 2.23%, respectively. However, companies like Jing Sheng Machinery and Sanan Optoelectronics performed poorly, with declines of -3.82% and -3.07% [1] Group 2 - According to TrendForce, the global server shipment volume is expected to grow at an annual rate of 12.8% by 2026, with AI server shipments projected to grow over 28%, up from 24.2% in 2025. This growth is driven by significant investments in AI infrastructure by global CSPs [3] - The storage industry, including DRAM and NAND Flash, is expected to see its market value reach $551.6 billion by 2026, a year-on-year increase of 134%, and continue to grow by 53% to $842.7 billion in 2027. Samsung Electronics is reported to increase NAND flash supply prices by over 100% in Q1 2026, highlighting a severe supply-demand imbalance in the semiconductor market [3] - The packaging and testing segment of the storage chip industry is benefiting from a recovery in downstream demand, with leading manufacturers operating at near full capacity and service prices increasing by approximately 30%. This indicates a positive trend in the storage industry, with growth in both volume and price [3]