国泰海通｜固收：因势而动，精耕个券——2026年转债策略展望

Core Viewpoint - The convertible bond market in 2026 requires a shift from a broad reliance on overall market beta to a more refined selection of individual bond values, focusing on four main themes: technology growth, energy-driven investments, anti-involution, and low volatility bottom positions [1][3]. Group 1: Market Performance and Trends - In 2025, the convertible bond market strengthened due to a tight supply-demand balance and support from the equity market, with the China Convertible Bond Index showing a cumulative increase of 16.50% [1]. - High-priced, low-premium rate indices outperformed, with a cumulative increase of 21.48%, while low-priced convertible bonds achieved a steady return of 17.05% due to price recovery and valuation uplift [1]. - The convertible bond market exhibited three notable characteristics in 2025: scarcity of bottom-position bonds, index-based allocation tools, and a valuation logic leaning towards equity [1]. Group 2: Supply and Demand Dynamics - The convertible bond market experienced a significant contraction, with the total size down by 22.49% from the beginning of the year, primarily due to a reduction in issuance plans and an increase in forced redemptions as the equity market rose [1]. - The supply side is expected to remain under pressure, with a significant contradiction between the supply and maturity scale of convertible bonds, even without considering forced redemptions [1]. Group 3: Future Outlook and Strategy - The valuation of convertible bonds is expected to remain high in 2026, supported by optimistic expectations for the equity market, driven by policy incentives and strong demand for equity assets [2]. - The first half of 2026 is anticipated to be a peak period for allocation, with a tight supply-demand balance providing a resilient foundation for high valuations [2]. - A neutral to slightly aggressive position is recommended for 2026, with a focus on maintaining a certain level of bottom-position bonds for liquidity and stability [3]. - Strategic opportunities should include selecting non-redeemed equity-type convertible bonds, participating in new bond issuance windows, and identifying bonds with strong conversion intentions [3].