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Core Viewpoint - The solid-state battery concept is gaining traction, leading to significant performance in battery-related thematic funds, with many products achieving nearly 50% returns this year [2][4]. Group 1: Market Performance - As of September 12, various lithium battery indices have seen substantial increases: lithium electrolyte index up 56.2%, energy storage index up 51.76%, solid-state battery index up 51.69%, lithium battery index up 49.95%, and power battery index up 49.82%, all reaching two-year highs [4]. - The performance of thematic funds related to lithium batteries has been impressive, with several ETFs, including those from Huatai-PineBridge, China Universal, and others, showing unit net value growth rates close to 50% this year [4]. Group 2: Factors Driving Growth - Three main factors are driving the strong performance of the lithium battery sector: unexpected growth in energy storage demand, accelerated industrialization of solid-state batteries, and overall improvement in industry profitability due to strong downstream demand [4][5]. - The capital expenditure in the lithium battery sector has rebounded, with a year-on-year increase of 36.6% in the second quarter, enhancing industry sentiment [5]. Group 3: Long-term Investment Value - The lithium battery sector is expected to have long-term investment value due to improved fundamentals, new technological catalysts, and relatively reasonable valuations [7][8]. - The industry is undergoing a "reshuffling," with leading companies solidifying their positions, and the global electric vehicle penetration rate remaining low outside of China, indicating potential for future growth in the Chinese lithium battery supply chain [8].