Core Insights - The article discusses how China's 15th Five-Year Plan will influence its industrial landscape, particularly focusing on AI and semiconductors as national priorities [1][5]. AI and Semiconductor Industry - AI is being integrated with manufacturing and energy systems, emphasizing the development of industry-specific large models rather than being treated as a standalone growth sector [6]. - Demand for computing power has shifted from being a discretionary choice to a foundational demand, benefiting sectors like optical communications, where companies like Zhongji Innolight and Eoptolink Technology have seen share price increases of 389.7% and 320% respectively over the past year [7][8]. - In semiconductors, the focus has shifted from comprehensive substitution to deployable capabilities, with SMIC's shares rising about 80% over the past year due to demand for mature-node processes and automotive chips [8][9]. AI Platforms and Market Dynamics - The competition in AI large models is transitioning from startups to major internet platforms, with Baidu and Alibaba facing investor skepticism despite their technological visibility [11][12]. - Tencent has shown stable market performance by embedding AI across its services, resulting in a share price increase of over 50% in the past year, indicating a preference for AI narratives that enhance cash flow quality [13]. Emergence of AI Agents - AI agents are evolving from general-purpose models to specific applications, marking a shift towards embedding AI in real-world workflows, as seen with ByteDance's Doubao [14][15]. - The U.S. tech giants focus on frontier model capabilities, while China emphasizes rapid deployment and monetization of AI technologies [16][17]. Robotics and Power Systems - Robotics is increasingly adopting a Robotics-as-a-Service (RaaS) model, which lowers adoption barriers for enterprises, with global installations of humanoid robots expected to reach approximately 16,000 units by 2025 [19][20]. - Companies like Ubtech have seen stock price increases of over 135% in the past year, while other industrial automation firms have also experienced gains of around 30% [21]. - Power and energy systems are being re-evaluated, with a focus on stability and efficiency, leading to a resurgence in interest for power electronics and energy storage companies [23][24]. - Share prices for companies like Sungrow Power Supply have more than doubled, reflecting a recovery in demand for energy storage solutions [24][25].

Market Overview - Asian equities experienced a strong week, with the exception of Mainland China, which saw slight declines as the market consolidates after a recent rally [2] - Chinese equity investors, after a bear market from 2021 to 2023, witnessed a strong week, particularly in Hong Kong, which broke above recent resistance levels [3] Company Performance - Hong Kong growth stocks led the gains, with Alibaba Group rising by 5.44% and Baidu climbing by 8.08%, driven by reports of both companies developing proprietary semiconductor chips [4] - Mainland investors continued to purchase Alibaba shares in Hong Kong through Southbound Stock Connect, while Baidu's rally was partly attributed to short covering [5] - Technology hardware stocks were mixed, with Foxconn gaining 4.84%, while semiconductor stocks showed varied performance, with Cambricon Technologies up by 7.28% and SMIC down by 1.69% [6] Sector Insights - The Chinese healthcare sector rebounded amid concerns over potential U.S. tariffs on imported healthcare drugs and equipment, with the sector outperforming year-to-date [8] - The non-ferrous metals sector saw Zijin Mining decline by 0.23% ahead of its planned relisting in Hong Kong, while CATL rose by 0.76% due to positive electrical equipment prospects [9] Regulatory and Economic Developments - The State Administration for Market Regulation urged companies to end unfair competition in food delivery subsidies, addressing the "race to the bottom" in the industry [7] - The Ministry of Finance reported an increase in the government budget deficit to 4% this year, with special government bond issuance climbing to RMB 1.94 trillion, indicating continued economic policy support [11] Diplomatic Activity - U.S. lawmakers are scheduled to visit China, marking the first visit by a U.S. House of Representatives delegation since 2019, which is seen as a positive sign for U.S.-China relations [7][10]