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Core Viewpoint - Insurance capital has become a significant force in the capital market, actively acquiring shares in A-share and Hong Kong-listed companies, particularly in stable dividend-paying sectors like banking and public utilities [2][3][7]. Group 1: Insurance Capital Activity - Insurance capital has made at least 20 acquisitions of listed companies this year, focusing on sectors with stable cash flows and dividends [3][4]. - Notable acquisitions include Li'an Life increasing its stake in Jiangnan Waterworks by 46.99 million shares (5.03%) and Xintai Life acquiring 343 million shares (5.00%) of Hualing Steel [3][4]. - Hongkang Life increased its stake in Zhengzhou Bank to 6.68% after multiple acquisitions, highlighting the trend of insurance capital in the market [3][4]. Group 2: Market Environment and Strategy - The current low-interest-rate environment has led to an "asset shortage," prompting insurance capital to seek high-dividend equities to enhance returns [7][8]. - Regulatory changes, such as adjustments to the equity asset ratio for insurance funds, have facilitated greater participation of insurance capital in equity investments [7][8]. - The focus on high-dividend assets, particularly those yielding over 5%, is seen as a strategy to mitigate the impact of low fixed-income returns [7][8]. Group 3: Broader Market Implications - The increase in acquisitions by financial and industrial capital, as well as private equity, reflects a positive outlook on the long-term development of the capital market [10]. - The rise in acquisition activities serves as a market confidence booster, potentially attracting more capital and fostering a healthier market cycle [10][11]. - There is a need for insurance capital to balance the pursuit of returns with risk management, especially given the concentration in banking stocks which may amplify systemic risks [10][11].