Guoxin Securities·2026-01-19 01:35Group 1: Outdoor Apparel Industry - The outdoor footwear and apparel industry has maintained rapid growth since 2021, with a CAGR of 25.3% for outdoor apparel and 18.4% for outdoor footwear, projected to grow by 24.5% and 16.3% year-on-year in 2025 respectively [24][26] - Online sales of outdoor footwear are growing faster than apparel, with outdoor footwear online sales growth maintaining over 40%, while certain apparel categories like jackets and sun-protective clothing are experiencing slower growth [24][26] - Key outdoor brands such as Kailas and Berghaus are showing strong momentum, while brands like The North Face are underperforming; the market is becoming more diversified with new brands emerging [25][26] Group 2: AI Application in Computing Industry - Major international companies are focusing on AI application in vertical scenarios, with OpenAI and Anthropic launching healthcare-focused AI models, enhancing compliance and professional services [28] - Domestic companies are also advancing in AI applications, with Alibaba upgrading health services and Tencent providing comprehensive support for mini-programs, indicating a strong push towards AI integration [28] - The market for AI applications is expected to see significant growth, with predictions indicating that the GEO market will reach $24 billion globally by 2026, driven by high consumer trust in AI applications in China [30][32] Group 3: Public Utilities Industry - The public utilities sector, including electricity, gas, and water, is characterized by its "essential" nature, with stable long-term growth prospects [32] - The transition to low-carbon energy sources is accelerating, with the share of clean energy consumption expected to reach 28.6% of total energy consumption by 2024, up 2.2 percentage points year-on-year [32][33] - There is a growing trend of overseas funds over-allocating to the public utilities sector, with significant increases in holdings by institutional investors in this industry [33]