Soochow Securities·2025-07-27 09:23Market Performance - As of July 25, 2025, the North Exchange A-share component stocks totaled 268, with an average market capitalization of 3.184 billion yuan[16] - The North Exchange 50 Index rose by 2.85% to close at 1458.98 points, compared to the previous week's closing[16] - The average daily trading volume for North Exchange A-shares reached 31.082 billion yuan, an increase of 41.81% from the previous week[16] Sector Comparison - The PE ratios for North Exchange A-shares, ChiNext, Shanghai Main Board, Shenzhen Main Board, and Sci-Tech Innovation Board are 55.14, 38.43, 21.81, 23.69, and 35.79 respectively as of July 25, 2025[25] - The North Exchange A-share turnover rate was 7.04%, up by 1.83 percentage points from the previous week, indicating improved liquidity[16] Investment Insights - The report suggests focusing on sectors with strong mid-year report expectations and high thematic interest[25] - The North Exchange continues to expand, with a total of 11 new companies listed in April 2024 and 12 in July 2025, reflecting a trend of increasing average net profit among new listings[16] Risks - Potential policy risks may affect investor enthusiasm and market heat[26] - Liquidity risks exist due to smaller trading volumes compared to other boards, which could negatively impact the market[26] - There is a risk of companies not meeting profit expectations due to external market changes, potentially affecting stock prices[26]