GUOTAI HAITONG SECURITIES·2025-12-31 09:06Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the equipment manufacturing industry, particularly highlighting investment opportunities in AI-driven sectors and computing infrastructure [2]. Core Insights - The equipment manufacturing industry in China is transitioning into a technology-driven phase, with AI and computing infrastructure being key areas for investment. The report emphasizes the growth potential of AI endpoint products and computing infrastructure investments [2]. - The report identifies three main drivers for the recovery of machinery equipment exports by 2026: the expected interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve, strong infrastructure demand along the Belt and Road Initiative, and the rising demand for AI computing equipment [3]. Summary by Sections AI-Driven Growth - Investment opportunities are seen in AI endpoints such as humanoid robots, smart manufacturing, and various consumer AI products, which are expected to experience rapid growth. This will lead to increased demand for chips used in training, inference, and storage, initiating a new investment cycle in semiconductor equipment [2]. - The report also highlights the importance of computing infrastructure investments to support AI endpoints, recommending investments in cooling systems and energy solutions due to power shortages [2]. Export Recovery Drivers - The report outlines three key drivers for the expected recovery in machinery equipment exports by 2026: 1. Recovery in overseas demand due to anticipated interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve, which will boost global industrial product demand [3]. 2. Strong infrastructure demand in countries along the Belt and Road Initiative, particularly in the Middle East, where domestic oil service equipment manufacturers are expected to benefit from high growth [3]. 3. Increased demand for equipment driven by AI computing needs, leading to growth in gas turbines and diesel generator sets, as well as PCB materials and testing equipment [3]. Company Profit Forecasts - The report provides profit forecasts for key recommended companies, all rated as "Buy," indicating a positive outlook for their performance in the coming years [5].