EBSCN·2025-10-29 08:09Market Overview - The A-share market showed mixed performance in October, with the Shanghai Composite Index rising by 2.7% while the Sci-Tech Innovation 50 Index fell by 1.6% [1][8] - The Hong Kong stock market experienced a pullback, with major indices such as the Hang Seng Index and Hang Seng Technology Index declining by 1.9% and 5.8% respectively [1][11] A-share Insights - The market is expected to maintain a strong performance due to multiple favorable factors, including the approval of the 15th Five-Year Plan by the Communist Party and anticipated interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve [2][15] - The focus for mid-term investments should be on the TMT (Technology, Media, and Telecommunications) and advanced manufacturing sectors, while high-dividend and consumer sectors may be considered if market volatility increases [2][20] Hong Kong Insights - The Hong Kong market is likely to continue its upward trend amidst the Federal Reserve's interest rate cuts, with a focus on a "barbell" strategy that includes technology growth and high-dividend stocks [3][22] - Key sectors to watch include self-sufficient technology, chips, and high-end manufacturing, as well as stable dividend-paying sectors like telecommunications and utilities [3][22] Stock Recommendations - The A-share stock selection for November includes: Sunlord Electronics, Aolai Technology, Zhongji Xuchuang, Hangcha Group, Sany Heavy Industry, Zhengguang Co., Haier Smart Home, China Petroleum, Zijin Mining, and Shanghai Lingang [3][24] - The Hong Kong stock selection for November includes: New China Life Insurance, China Life Insurance, Tencent Holdings, SMIC, and Hua Hong Semiconductor [3][28]