Zhongyuan Securities·2025-10-21 10:38Market Overview - On October 21, the A-share market opened high and rose steadily, with the Shanghai Composite Index facing resistance around 3912 points[2] - The Shanghai Composite Index closed at 3916.33 points, up 1.36%, while the Shenzhen Component Index rose 2.06% to 13077.32 points[7] - Total trading volume for both markets reached 1,892.9 billion yuan, above the median of the past three years[3] Sector Performance - Communication equipment, electronic components, semiconductors, and consumer electronics sectors performed well, while precious metals, coal, gas, and banking sectors lagged[3] - Over 80% of stocks in both markets rose, with notable gains in mining, engineering machinery, and electronic components[7] Valuation Metrics - The average price-to-earnings (P/E) ratios for the Shanghai Composite and ChiNext indices are 15.83 times and 47.52 times, respectively, above the median levels of the past three years[3] - The market is deemed suitable for medium to long-term investments based on current valuations[3] Future Outlook - The market is expected to continue a steady upward trend, supported by rising policy expectations and the upcoming third-quarter earnings reports[3] - Investors are advised to maintain strategic focus and seek quality assets during market fluctuations, particularly in technology growth sectors[3] Investment Strategy - A balanced allocation between technology growth and dividend value is recommended to manage risk and return[3] - Short-term investment opportunities are suggested in communication equipment, electronic components, semiconductors, and consumer electronics sectors[3]