Ping An Securities Hongkong·2025-08-22 02:00Market Overview - The Hong Kong stock market showed a slight decline, with the Hang Seng Index closing at 23,831 points, down 145 points or 0.61% [1] - The market turnover decreased to 82.799 billion, with net inflows of 484 million from the Hong Kong Stock Connect [1][5] - The US stock market also experienced weakness, with the Dow Jones down 0.3% and the S&P 500 down 0.4%, marking the fifth consecutive day of decline [2] Key Companies - China Biologic Products (1177HK) rose by 3.49% after its HER2 TKI drug received breakthrough therapy designation [1] - China Unicom (0762HK) increased by 3.39% [1] - NIO (NIO.US) and Xpeng Motors (XPEV.US) saw significant gains of 9.3% and 11.7% respectively, despite broader market weakness [2] Sector Performance - The semiconductor, communication, and artificial intelligence sectors in Hong Kong have shown renewed activity, with ZTE Corporation (0763HK) rising 28.6% since the latest recommendation on August 4 [3] - The report suggests continued focus on technology sectors such as artificial intelligence, robotics, and semiconductors, as well as new consumer sectors supported by policy [3] Investment Recommendations - The report recommends attention to companies in the technology sector, particularly those involved in AI and semiconductor production, as well as leading state-owned enterprises with low valuations and high dividends [3] - Specific mention of China Communications Services (0552HK) as a key player in digital infrastructure, with projected revenue growth of 15% and net profit growth of 0.64% for 2024 [10]