Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Positive" outlook on the non-bank financial industry, highlighting the potential for growth and investment opportunities [3]. Core Views - The report emphasizes the strong performance of non-bank financial institutions in Q3 2025, with significant profit increases expected for major players like New China Life and China Pacific Insurance [4][36]. - It notes the anticipated release of new policies during the 2025 Financial Street Forum, which could further support the market [4][15]. - The report identifies three main investment themes: strong comprehensive capabilities of leading institutions, firms with high earnings elasticity, and those with robust international business competitiveness [4]. Summary by Sections Market Review - The Shanghai Composite Index closed at 4,514.23 with a decline of 2.22%, while the non-bank index closed at 1,977.98, down 1.34% [7]. - The brokerage sector saw a decline of 3.13%, while the insurance sector increased by 3.65% [7]. Non-Bank Industry Insights - In September 2025, new deposits from residents reached 2.96 trillion yuan, while non-bank institutions saw a decrease of 1.06 trillion yuan in new deposits [4]. - The report highlights the significant increase in new A-share accounts, indicating continued interest in equity markets [4]. Key Company Announcements - New China Life reported a projected net profit increase of 45% to 65% for Q3 2025, with expectations of a total profit of 299.86 billion to 341.22 billion yuan for the first three quarters [34]. - China Pacific Insurance also anticipates a net profit increase of 40% to 60% for the same period, driven by a stable economic environment and improved investment returns [36]. Investment Recommendations - The report recommends stocks of leading brokerages such as GF Securities, CITIC Securities, and Huatai Securities due to their strong market positions and growth potential [4]. - For insurance companies, it suggests focusing on undervalued stocks with high elasticity, including China Life, New China Life, and China Pacific Insurance [4].