国泰海通 · 晨报0807｜海外策略、军工、化妆品

Group 1: Hong Kong Stock Market Outlook - The Hong Kong stock market is expected to continue its bull run in the second half of the year, outperforming the A-share market due to a more significant overall increase since the beginning of the year [2] - The current market conditions are reminiscent of the 2012-2014 period, with Hong Kong stocks benefiting from the scarcity of certain assets and alignment with industry development trends [2][3] - The influx of capital from mainland investors is likely to support the upward momentum of Hong Kong stocks, particularly in technology and consumer sectors [2] Group 2: Technology Sector and AI - The acceleration of AI technology, particularly with the introduction of cost-effective and high-performance models like Deepseek-R1, is expected to drive commercialization in the sector [3] - Hong Kong's technology leaders are well-positioned across the entire AI value chain, which includes model development, commercial applications, and terminal ecosystems, benefiting from the AI industry transformation [3] - The easing of U.S. export controls on technology products to China may lead to increased capital investments in AI infrastructure by Hong Kong internet giants, further enhancing the growth prospects of the sector [3] Group 3: Military and Defense Industry - The ongoing geopolitical tensions are expected to drive long-term growth in the military and defense sector, with increased defense spending being a necessary option for national security [6] - Recent performance data shows that the defense and military index outperformed the broader market, indicating strong investor interest in this sector [6] - The U.S. and NATO are developing new mechanisms to provide military support to Ukraine, which may further stimulate the defense industry [8] Group 4: Cosmetics Industry - The cosmetics market is projected to grow to 688.6 billion yuan by 2024, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.2% from 2024 to 2029 [12] - The anti-wrinkle and firming skincare segment is expected to reach a market size of 119.8 billion yuan by 2024, with a CAGR of 18.9% during the same period [12] - The facial essence oil market is anticipated to grow significantly, with a CAGR of 42.8% from 2019 to 2024, indicating strong consumer acceptance of the "oil-based skincare" approach pioneered by brands like Lin Qingxuan [12]