2 1 Shi Ji Jing Ji Bao Dao·2026-01-27 23:06Core Insights - The A-share market has seen a surge in institutional research activities at the beginning of 2026, with over 500 listed companies undergoing institutional investigations, particularly in sectors like industrial machinery, electronic components, electrical equipment, semiconductors, and automotive parts [1][3][10] - The main themes of focus are "hard technology" and "going global," with a notable concentration on high-growth sectors [5][11] Institutional Research Activity - As of January 26, 2026, a total of 512 A-share companies have been researched by institutions, with 801 total research instances, indicating a high level of market engagement [3][4] - The frequency of research is led by Taihe New Materials with 12 instances, followed by Ice Wheel Environment with 10, and several others with 9 or 8 instances, primarily in manufacturing and technology innovation [3][4] Industry Focus - The industrial machinery sector has the highest number of researched companies at 55, followed by electronic components with 35, and various other sectors including electrical equipment, automotive parts, and integrated circuits [3][4] - Notable companies receiving significant attention include Dajin Heavy Industry with 209 institutions, Xiangyu Medical with 208, and others in the medical and technology sectors [4][6] Stock Performance - The 14 companies that attracted over 100 institutional research instances have generally seen significant stock price increases, with Dajin Heavy Industry rising by 18.43% and the highest increase being 80.19% for Dike Shares in the photovoltaic equipment sector [4][6] Institutional Preferences - Institutions are focusing on companies with technological breakthroughs, capacity expansion, international strategies, and commercialization progress [5][10] - Different types of institutions show varied preferences, with public funds tracking companies like Huichuan Technology and Taihe New Materials, while insurance asset management focuses on value and dividend-oriented companies [9][10] Future Trends - The trend for institutional research is expected to continue focusing on "hard technology" and globalization, particularly in AI computing power, semiconductors, and high-end manufacturing [11][12] - Institutions are likely to adopt a more refined approach, concentrating on leading companies in specific sectors and assessing their performance and long-term growth potential [12]