

Core Viewpoint - The A-share market is expected to maintain a steady upward trend in October, driven by stable inflows of external funds and anticipated rebounds in earnings growth across various industries due to low base effects from the previous year [1][2]. Group 1: Market Trends and Expectations - The market is likely to continue the trend observed in September, with a low-slope upward movement [1]. - October marks the window for Q3 earnings reports, which are expected to show a rebound in profitability for most industries, enhancing market confidence [1]. - Major sectors of focus include new energy, non-ferrous metals, and electronics, which have seen increased attention [1][6]. Group 2: Sector Focus and Recommendations - Key areas of interest include AI computing, semiconductor self-sufficiency, solid-state batteries, commercial aerospace, and controllable nuclear fusion, alongside the "anti-involution" theme which may see policy support [2]. - The TMT (Technology, Media, and Telecommunications) sector is favored due to ongoing industry trends and potential catalysts such as the onset of a Federal Reserve rate cut cycle [3]. Group 3: Broker Recommendations - As of October 10, 2025, 40 brokers have disclosed their top stock picks, involving 267 A-share companies, with many stocks being recommended by multiple brokers [3][4]. - The electronics sector leads with 61 companies included in the October broker picks, marking its 20th consecutive month as the most recommended sector [6][7]. - Other sectors with significant representation include power equipment, non-ferrous metals, automotive, machinery, and biomedicine, each with over 20 companies recommended [6][7]. Group 4: Notable Stocks and Performance - 24 stocks have been jointly recommended by three or more brokers, with notable mentions including Luxshare Precision, Keqing Network, and Zhaoyi Innovation, each recommended by six brokers [9]. - Zhaoyi Innovation, a leader in storage chips, has seen substantial institutional interest, with public funds holding nearly 27 billion yuan and northbound funds over 5.1 billion yuan [9]. - The stock of Zijin Mining, a leading non-ferrous metal company, has gained over 99% in the first three quarters of 2025, attracting significant attention from brokers [16]. Group 5: Industry Distribution of Recommended Stocks - The distribution of recommended stocks shows a notable increase in the number of picks from the power equipment, non-ferrous metals, and electronics sectors compared to the previous month, with increases of 17, 11, and 9 stocks respectively [6][7]. - Conversely, sectors such as non-bank financials, food and beverage, and telecommunications saw a decrease in recommended stocks, with non-bank financials dropping by 13 stocks [6][7].