EBSCN·2025-12-26 11:02Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Overweight" rating for the biomedical sector [4] Core Insights - The brain-computer interface (BCI) industry is at a critical stage of policy support, rapid technological iteration, and accelerated commercialization, with a global market approaching $10 billion [3][9] - The industry is driven by both policy and technology, with significant investments from major countries, including approximately $4.5 billion from the U.S. BRAIN Initiative and hundreds of billions in China [1][51] - The medical application of BCI technology is the most mature segment, focusing on neurorehabilitation, functional replacement, and disease treatment, with a dual growth curve emerging from medical and consumer applications [2][45] Summary by Sections Industry Overview - BCI is defined as a technology that creates a communication channel between the brain and external devices, enabling direct information exchange [16] - BCI can be categorized into invasive, semi-invasive, and non-invasive types, each with distinct applications in medical rehabilitation, consumer interaction, and military use [17][19] - The global BCI market is projected to grow from $1.2 billion in 2019 to approximately $7.63 billion by 2029, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) exceeding 13% [24] Policy Guidance - Major countries have launched BCI-related initiatives, with the U.S. and EU leading in funding and research efforts [52][53] - China's "Brain Plan" aims to enhance brain science and BCI technology, with significant funding expected in the coming years [54][57] Clinical Applications - The medical sector is the primary focus for BCI applications, with significant demand driven by conditions such as stroke and disabilities [45][48] - Clinical trials for BCI products are accelerating globally, with notable advancements in both invasive and non-invasive technologies [3][19] Industry Progress - The report highlights the competitive landscape, noting that while foreign companies like Neuralink and Synchron have a head start, domestic firms are making significant strides in key areas such as flexible electrodes and real-time language decoding [2][4][30] - The BCI industry is characterized by a complex supply chain, with upstream components like electrodes and chips, midstream product supply, and downstream applications across various sectors [30][33] Investment Recommendations - Investors are advised to focus on companies with strong technological barriers and clinical application capabilities, particularly in the medical sector, which is the most developed area for BCI commercialization [3][9] - Specific companies to watch include medical scene integrators and leaders in invasive/semi-invasive technologies, such as Xiangyu Medical, Weisi Medical, and Brain Tiger Technology [3][9]