Core Viewpoint - The banking sector has significantly outperformed other industries in the A-share market, with 19 bank stocks reaching historical highs this year, representing 45.24% of all bank stocks, and the banking index rising by 12.73% [1][2]. Summary by Sections Banking Sector Performance - On June 20, multiple bank stocks, including Industrial and Commercial Bank of China and Agricultural Bank of China, reached historical highs [1]. - Jiangsu Bank set a record with 24 historical highs this year, the most among bank stocks [1]. - The banking sector's index has increased by 12.73%, while the CSI 300 index has decreased by 2.24% [1]. Comparison with Other Industries - The automotive sector had only 19.06% of its stocks reaching historical highs, with the most frequent being Redick at 19 times [1]. - The machinery equipment sector had a historical high stock percentage of 15.96%, with Haomai Technology also reaching 19 times [1]. - Other sectors like telecommunications, beauty care, and electronics also showed a notable number of stocks hitting historical highs [1]. Factors Supporting Banking Sector Growth - Financial analysts believe that the uncertain external environment and low inflation will lead to continued loose domestic monetary policy, which aims to lower real interest rates and support the real economy [2]. - As risk-free yields decline, the stable dividend value of bank stocks remains attractive [2]. - Institutional investors, including insurance funds, are expected to flow into the stable, high-dividend banking sector due to policy guidance and asset scarcity [2]. - Public fund reforms may also prompt some products to consider increasing allocations to bank stocks, which have historically been underweighted [2].
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