2026年转债策略展望：因势而动，精耕个券

Group 1 - The report emphasizes the need to shift from a broad market beta approach to a more refined selection of convertible bonds, focusing on four main themes: technology growth, energy-driven investments, anti-involution, and low-volatility bottom positions [1] - In 2025, the convertible bond market showed a strong performance with the CSI Convertible Bond Index achieving a cumulative increase of 16.50%, while the high-price low-premium index surged by 21.48% [7][16] - The report identifies three significant trends in the convertible bond market for 2025: the scarcity of bottom-position convertible bonds, the indexation of allocation tools, and a valuation logic that is increasingly equity-oriented [16][17] Group 2 - The supply of convertible bonds is expected to remain under pressure, with a notable decline in the total outstanding amount, which decreased by 22.49% compared to the beginning of the year [17][24] - The report forecasts that the valuation of convertible bonds will maintain a high level in 2026, supported by optimistic expectations for the equity market, particularly due to policy incentives and ongoing industrial policies in technology and high-end manufacturing [17][36] - The report suggests that the convertible bond market will continue to face challenges due to ongoing contraction, with large, high-rated, and highly liquid convertible bonds enjoying liquidity premiums due to their scarcity [17][20] Group 3 - The report highlights the importance of convertible bond ETFs as a growing allocation tool for institutional investors, with the market size reaching 68.2 billion yuan, accounting for 12.5% of the total convertible bond market [12][31] - The investment logic in the convertible bond market has shifted from a focus on debt protection to an emphasis on equity upside, as indicated by the rising median prices and increased conversion premium rates [16][34] - The report outlines three strategic focuses for 2026: selecting convertible bonds that are not subject to early redemption, strategically participating in new bond issuance windows, and identifying bonds with strong conversion intentions [17][36]