Market Overview - The Hong Kong stock market experienced fluctuations, with the Hang Seng Index closing at 23,831 points, down 145 points or 0.61% [1] - The US stock market saw declines across major indices, with the Dow Jones falling by 427.09 points or 0.90% [2] - Southbound funds maintained a net inflow of 121.9 billion HKD in November, indicating continued interest in Hong Kong stocks [3] Sector Performance - The materials sector, particularly non-ferrous metals, led the gains in the Hong Kong market, with notable increases in stock prices for companies like Sunny Optical Technology, which rose by 6.2%, and Zijin Mining, which increased by 5.3% [1][5] - In the US market, technology stocks faced profit-taking pressure, particularly in AI-related stocks, contributing to the overall market decline [2] Investment Opportunities - The report emphasizes the importance of technological self-reliance as a core theme for future performance in the Hong Kong market, suggesting that leading companies in AI, semiconductors, and industrial software may present long-term growth opportunities [3] - Specific recommendations include focusing on sectors with lower valuations and higher dividends, as well as companies benefiting from anticipated Federal Reserve interest rate cuts [3] Company Highlights - XPeng Motors reported a 19% year-on-year increase in vehicle deliveries for November, totaling 36,728 units, and a cumulative delivery of 391,937 units for the year, reflecting a 156% increase [9] - Alibaba, ZTE, and Meituan were among the top net purchases by southbound funds, indicating strong investor interest in these companies [9] Stock Performance - The Hang Seng Index and its sub-indices showed varied performance over the past month, with the Hang Seng Technology Index up by 0.8% [16] - Notable stock performances include Tencent Holdings, which saw a 1.3% increase, and Alibaba, which rose by 2.2% [16]