

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Recommended" investment rating for the communication industry [1] Core Insights - The 2025 World Mobile Communication Conference (MWC) focused on key themes such as 5G integration, AI, and satellite communication, highlighting significant advancements in the industry [15][49] - The communication sector has shown resilience, outperforming major indices like the CSI 300 and the ChiNext Index in both weekly and year-to-date performance [8][9] - Key companies to watch include China Mobile, China Telecom, and China Unicom, with specific recommendations for various segments such as AI applications, satellite communication, and optical components [49][51] Summary by Sections Industry Overview - The communication industry consists of 124 listed companies with a total market capitalization of approximately 484.33 billion [3] - The sector's performance has been robust, with a 1.58% increase in the past week, outperforming the CSI 300 by 2.04 percentage points [8][9] MWC Highlights - Major announcements included the release of the "Agentic AI for Telco" white paper by China Mobile and several partners, outlining a framework for AI collaboration in telecommunications [15][16] - China Mobile introduced a series of AIoT products, emphasizing the integration of AI with IoT and satellite communications [21][22] - China Telecom showcased its cloud-network integration strategy, focusing on AI-driven applications across various sectors [25][27] Investment Recommendations - Recommended companies include: - Telecom Operators: China Mobile, China Telecom, China Unicom [51] - Optical Components: New Yisheng, Tianfu Communication, Zhongji Xuchuang [51] - Satellite Communication: Haige Communication, Shanghai Hanhua, Qiyi Er [51] - Equipment Manufacturers: Gongjin Co., Unisoc, ZTE, Ruijie Networks [51] - IoT Modules: Guanghetong, with a focus on AI applications [51]