1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant information provided. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report The report provides a comprehensive analysis and forecast of various futures markets, including stock index futures, treasury bond futures, precious metal futures, base metal futures, energy futures, and agricultural product futures. Based on macro - fundamental and technical analyses, it predicts the price trends of major futures contracts on August 25, 2025, and also analyzes the market conditions on August 22, 2025, along with the expected trends for the month of August 2025 [2]. 3. Summary According to Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Futures Market Forecast for August 25, 2025 - **Stock Index Futures**: Expected to fluctuate with an upward bias. For example, IF2509 has resistance levels at 4500 and 4550 points, and support levels at 4394 and 4360 points [2][31]. - **Treasury Bond Futures**: The ten - year treasury bond futures contract T2512 and the thirty - year treasury bond futures contract TL2512 are likely to have a weak and wide - range fluctuation [2]. - **Precious Metal Futures**: Gold futures contract AU2510 is likely to fluctuate with an upward bias, and silver futures contract AG2510 is expected to fluctuate with an upward bias [2][3]. - **Base Metal Futures**: Most base metal futures contracts, such as CU2510, AL2510, etc., are expected to fluctuate with an upward bias [3]. - **Energy Futures**: Crude oil futures contract SC2510 is likely to fluctuate and consolidate, while fuel oil futures contract FU2510 is expected to fluctuate with an upward bias [6][7]. - **Agricultural Product Futures**: Contracts like M2601 are expected to fluctuate with an upward bias, while Y2601 is likely to fluctuate weakly [7]. 3.2 Market Conditions on August 22, 2025 - **Stock Index Futures**: On August 22, major stock index futures contracts, such as IF2509, IH2509, IC2509, and IM2509, opened slightly higher, fluctuated upward, and showed strong upward momentum. The A - share market also performed strongly, with the Shanghai Composite Index rising 1.45% to 3825.76 points [19][26]. - **Treasury Bond Futures**: On August 22, treasury bond futures closed down across the board. The ten - year treasury bond futures contract T2512 opened slightly lower, fluctuated weakly, and closed at 107.660 yuan, down 0.18% [46]. - **Precious Metal Futures**: Gold futures contract AU2510 opened slightly higher, rebounded and then declined, closing at 773.40 yuan/gram, down 0.36%. Silver futures contract AG2510 opened slightly higher, fluctuated slightly upward, and closed at 9192 yuan/kilogram, up 0.36% [52][57]. - **Base Metal Futures**: Most base metal futures contracts showed different degrees of upward or downward fluctuations. For example, copper futures contract CU2510 opened slightly higher, fluctuated slightly upward, and closed at 78650 yuan/ton, up 0.10% [63]. - **Energy Futures**: Crude oil futures contract SC2510 opened slightly lower, fluctuated slightly upward, and closed at 493.6 yuan/barrel, up 1.42%. Fuel oil futures contract FU2510 opened slightly lower, fluctuated upward, and closed at 2779 yuan/ton, up 2.47% [126][130]. - **Agricultural Product Futures**: Contracts like M2601 opened slightly higher and fluctuated downward, while Y2601 opened flat, fluctuated upward, and closed at 8458 yuan/ton, up 0.64% [138][141]. 3.3 Expected Trends for August 2025 - **Stock Index Futures**: Different stock index futures contracts are expected to have different trends, such as IF and IH being likely to have a strong and wide - range fluctuation, while IC and IM are expected to fluctuate with an upward bias [30]. - **Treasury Bond Futures**: The ten - year and thirty - year treasury bond futures contracts are expected to have a weak and wide - range fluctuation [46][50]. - **Precious Metal Futures**: Gold futures are likely to have a wide - range fluctuation, and silver futures are expected to have a strong and wide - range fluctuation [52][58]. - **Base Metal Futures**: Most base metal futures contracts are expected to have a wide - range or strong - wide - range fluctuation [63][69]. - **Energy Futures**: Crude oil futures are likely to have a weak and wide - range fluctuation, and fuel oil futures are expected to fluctuate with an upward bias [126][130]. - **Agricultural Product Futures**: Different agricultural product futures contracts are expected to have different trends, such as M2601 being likely to fluctuate with an upward bias, and Y2601 being likely to fluctuate weakly [7]. 3.4 Macro - news and Trading Tips - The Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit will be held in Tianjin from August 31 to September 1, 2025 [8]. - The central bank will conduct a 6000 - billion - yuan MLF operation on August 25, 2025, with a net injection of 3000 billion yuan this month [8]. - The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology and other three departments jointly issued a document to regulate the rare - earth industry [9]. - The National Development and Reform Commission and other departments solicited public opinions on the "Rules for Internet Platform Price Behaviors" [9].

Core Viewpoint - Insurance capital is increasingly active in the market, with a strong preference for stocks as the primary investment asset for the second half of the year, reflecting a positive outlook on the A-share market [1][3][4]. Investment Preferences - According to the latest survey by the China Insurance Asset Management Association, stocks are the preferred investment asset for insurance institutions in the second half of the year, followed by bonds and securities investment funds [3][4]. - As of the end of the second quarter of 2025, the balance of insurance capital utilization has reached 36.23 trillion yuan, with stock investment balance increasing by 47.57% compared to the end of 2024, surpassing 3 trillion yuan [3][4]. Market Dynamics - The increase in stock investment is driven by a combination of policy guidance, low interest rates, and product demand, indicating a more pronounced and long-term trend in insurance capital entering the market [2][4]. - The insurance industry is shifting towards a "stable income + appreciation" strategy, focusing on high-dividend, stable cash flow, and reasonably valued listed companies to fill the income gap created by declining bond yields [4][8]. Structural Changes - The current trend reflects a significant shift in asset allocation priorities among insurance institutions, with stocks gaining higher priority due to favorable market conditions and regulatory support [4][6]. - The "barbell" strategy of combining fixed income and equity investments is being adopted to mitigate duration mismatch risks while enhancing overall portfolio returns [5][8]. Future Outlook - The trend of increasing equity allocation is expected to continue and possibly strengthen over the next 2-3 years, driven by structural factors rather than short-term speculation [7][8]. - Insurance capital is becoming a major source of incremental funds in the stock market, with a focus on high-dividend sectors such as banking and public utilities [6][7].

Core Viewpoint - The continuous rise of the Shanghai Composite Index is expected to further catalyze the inflow of personal and institutional funds, indicating significant potential for residents' equity asset allocation, particularly in the non-bank financial sector, which is viewed positively for strategic allocation opportunities as the fundamentals improve [1] Group 1: Securities Industry - The average daily trading volume of stock funds reached 3.01 trillion yuan, a 21% increase week-on-week, with a cumulative average daily trading volume of 1.75 trillion yuan by August 22, representing a 90% year-on-year increase [2] - The China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) has revised and officially implemented the "Securities Company Classification Evaluation Regulations," which aims to guide the industry towards more concentrated development and differentiated growth for small and medium-sized institutions [2] - Market trading activity continues to rise, with an expansion in margin financing and securities lending, as well as increased self-owned equity positions and robust overseas business, which are expected to lead to better-than-expected performance for securities firms [3] Group 2: Insurance Industry - According to a recent survey by the China Insurance Asset Management Association, insurance institutions have shown a significant rebound in confidence regarding the A-share and bond markets for the second half of 2025, with stocks being the preferred investment asset [4] - As of June 30, the balance of insurance funds reached 36.23 trillion yuan, an 8.9% increase from the beginning of the year, with a continued increase in equity and bond allocations while reducing bank deposits and non-standard investments [4] - The stable long-term interest rates and improved asset yield expectations are expected to enhance the return on equity (ROE) for insurance companies, leading to a potential recovery in price-to-book (PB) valuations, with recommendations for undervalued companies like China Pacific Insurance and Ping An Insurance [4] Group 3: Recommended Stocks - Recommended stocks include Guosen Securities, Dongfang Securities, China Pacific Insurance, Ping An Insurance, Jiangsu Jinzhong, Hong Kong Stock Exchange, and others [5] Group 4: Beneficiary Stocks - Beneficiary stocks include CICC, Tonghuashun, Jiufang Zhitu Holdings, and New China Life Insurance [6]

Core Viewpoint - Insurance capital is increasingly active in the market, with stocks being the preferred investment asset for the second half of the year, reflecting a significant shift in asset allocation strategies among insurance institutions [1][3][4]. Group 1: Investment Preferences - According to a recent survey by the China Insurance Asset Management Association, stocks are the top choice for insurance institutions in the second half of the year, followed by bonds and securities investment funds [3][4]. - As of the end of Q2 2025, the total balance of insurance capital utilization reached 36.23 trillion yuan, with stock investment balance growing by 47.57% compared to the end of 2024, surpassing 3 trillion yuan [3][4]. - The preference for stocks indicates a strategic shift towards low-valuation, high-dividend, and stable cash flow companies, aiming to ensure long-term returns while controlling downside risks [1][4][8]. Group 2: Market Dynamics - The dual drivers of a low-interest-rate environment and policy guidance are leading insurance institutions to significantly increase their stock investments [3][5]. - The average dividend yield of stocks in the CSI 300 index ranges from 3% to 4%, making them an attractive alternative to traditional fixed-income assets [5][7]. - Insurance companies are increasingly engaging in "block trades," particularly targeting high-dividend sectors such as banking and public utilities, indicating a focus on stable investment targets [6][8]. Group 3: Future Outlook - The trend of increasing equity market allocation is expected to continue and potentially strengthen over the next 2-3 years, driven by structural factors rather than short-term speculation [7][8]. - The "barbell strategy" of combining fixed income and equities is seen as effective in mitigating duration mismatch risks while enhancing overall portfolio returns [6][8]. - Despite potential market volatility, the enthusiasm for investing in high-dividend quality assets is likely to remain strong among insurance capital [7][8].

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Overweight" (maintained) [1] Core Viewpoints - The report suggests that the profit-making effect is expected to further stimulate the capital market, continuing to strategically favor the non-bank financial sector. The ongoing improvement in the fundamentals indicates that traditional brokerage and insurance sectors are still undervalued, with attention on subsequent trading volumes, mid-year reports, and policy catalysts [4] Summary by Sections Brokerage Sector - The average daily trading volume of stock funds reached 3.01 trillion, up 21% week-on-week, with a cumulative average daily trading volume of 1.75 trillion for 2025, representing a 90% year-on-year increase [4] - The China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) has officially implemented the revised "Securities Company Classification Evaluation Regulations," which encourages concentrated development and differentiated growth among small and medium-sized institutions [4] - The market's trading activity continues to rise, with the expansion of margin trading and the high prosperity of overseas business expected to lead to better-than-expected performance for brokerages [4] Insurance Sector - The confidence survey conducted by the China Insurance Asset Management Association indicates a significant rebound in insurance institutions' confidence in the A-share and bond markets for the second half of the year, with stocks being the preferred investment asset [4] - As of June, the balance of insurance funds reached 36.23 trillion, an increase of 8.9% since the beginning of the year, with a continued allocation increase in stocks and bonds [4] - The long-term interest rates remain stable, alleviating net asset pressure, and the expected improvement in asset returns is anticipated to enhance the ROE of insurance companies [4] Recommended and Beneficiary Stocks - Recommended stocks include Guosen Securities, Dongfang Securities, China Pacific Insurance, China Ping An, Jiangsu Jinzheng, and Hong Kong Exchanges [5] - Beneficiary stocks include CICC H, Tonghuashun, Jiufang Zhitu Holdings, and New China Life Insurance [5]

Macro Economy - In the first seven months of this year, China's trade volume with other member countries of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization reached $293.18 billion, a year-on-year increase of 1.8% [3] - The National Development and Reform Commission, the State Administration for Market Regulation, and the National Internet Information Office have jointly drafted the "Internet Platform Pricing Behavior Rules (Draft for Comments)," which includes 30 articles focusing on pricing autonomy, price marking behavior, price competition behavior, and consumer price rights protection [2] Investment News - The China Securities Regulatory Commission has revised and officially implemented the "Securities Company Classification Evaluation Regulations," which have historically favored larger brokerages over smaller ones [5] - As of August 22, the number of A-shares priced over 100 yuan has increased to 132, a threefold increase compared to the same date last year, with 58 of these stocks being from the Sci-Tech Innovation Board [5] - The price of lithium carbonate has remained volatile, with the main futures contract dropping by 4.41% to 79,000 yuan per ton, as several lithium companies announced normal capacity releases [5] - Insurance institutions have shown a significant rebound in confidence regarding the bond and A-share markets for the second half of the year, focusing on investment opportunities in artificial intelligence, high-dividend stocks, and innovative pharmaceuticals [5] Company Movements - Sunac China reported that the fifth batch of 66 units at Shanghai Yihua Garden sold out quickly, with total sales exceeding 22 billion yuan this year [6] - Huawei's Intelligent Automotive Solutions Business Unit announced the upcoming release of Huawei ADS 4 and Harmony Space 5, indicating rapid advancements in automotive technology [6] - Lenovo has established a comprehensive "full-stack AI" system covering AI terminals, infrastructure, and services [7] - Xiaomi anticipates that the total number of its stores will exceed 20,000 by the end of this year, with over 200 stores integrating various ecosystems [7] - BYD announced the launch of its new model in Malaysia and plans to build an assembly plant there, expected to commence production in 2026 [7]

Core Viewpoint - The China Insurance Asset Management Association released a survey indicating that insurance institutions prefer stocks as their primary investment asset for the second half of 2025, followed by bonds and securities investment funds [1][4]. Macro Economic Aspects - Most insurance institutions expect stable economic growth in the second half of the year, with GDP growth projected between 4.5% and 5.5%, CPI growth between 0% and 0.5%, and PPI growth between -3.5% and -2.0%. The RMB exchange rate is anticipated to appreciate steadily, with a focus on exports, consumption, fiscal policy, and real estate investment [2]. Macro Policy Aspects - Insurance institutions predict a moderately accommodative monetary policy in the second half, with expectations for timely reserve requirement ratio and interest rate cuts to maintain ample liquidity. Fiscal policy is expected to be more proactive, leaning towards expansion to boost domestic demand and consumption, potentially increasing the issuance of ultra-long special government bonds [3]. Asset Allocation Preferences - Stocks are identified as the preferred investment asset for insurance institutions in the second half, followed by bonds and securities investment funds. Most institutions expect their asset allocation ratios to remain consistent with early 2025, with some considering slight increases in stock and bond investments [4]. Bond Market Outlook - Insurance institutions hold a neutral to optimistic view on the bond market for the second half, expecting 10-year government bond yields to range between 1.4% and 1.6%, and high-grade credit bond yields between 1.5% and 2.0%. There is a favorable outlook for ultra-long special government bonds, perpetual bonds, convertible bonds, and credit bonds with maturities over 10 years, influenced by economic fundamentals, monetary policy easing, and market liquidity [5]. A-Share Market Outlook - A majority of insurance institutions are optimistic about the A-share market, predicting the Shanghai Composite Index to likely remain between 3200 and 3800 points. They favor stocks related to the CSI 300 index, particularly in sectors such as pharmaceuticals, electronics, banking, computing, telecommunications, and national defense. Investment areas of interest include artificial intelligence, dividend assets, new productivity, high dividend yields, and innovative pharmaceuticals, with corporate earnings growth seen as a key factor affecting the A-share market [6]. Overseas Investment Preferences - Hong Kong stocks are favored for investment in the second half, with 40% of insurance institutions also optimistic about bond and gold investments [7].

Group 1: Insurance Asset Management Survey Results - The China Insurance Asset Management Association released the investor confidence survey results for the second half of 2025, covering macro environment, market judgment, allocation plans, and return expectations with participation from 122 insurance institutions [1] - Stocks are the preferred investment asset for insurance institutions in the second half of 2025, followed by bonds and securities investment funds, with most institutions expecting asset allocation ratios to remain consistent with early 2025 [1] - A majority of insurance institutions hold a neutral to optimistic view on the bond market, anticipating 10-year government bond yields to range between 1.4% and 1.6%, and high-grade credit bond yields between 1.5% and 2.0% [1] Group 2: A-share Market Outlook - Most insurance institutions are optimistic about the A-share market for the second half of 2025, predicting the Shanghai Composite Index to likely remain between 3200 and 3800 points [2] - Insurance institutions favor stocks related to the CSI 300 index, particularly in sectors such as pharmaceuticals, electronics, banking, computing, telecommunications, and national defense [2] - Key investment areas include artificial intelligence, dividend assets, new productivity, high dividend yields, and innovative pharmaceuticals, with corporate earnings growth seen as a major factor influencing the A-share market [2]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the article indicates a significant rebound in investor confidence among insurance institutions regarding the bond market and A-share market for the second half of 2025 [1] Group 2 - Insurance institutions are primarily focusing on investment opportunities in areas such as artificial intelligence, dividend assets, new productive forces, high dividend and high yield stocks, and innovative pharmaceuticals for the upcoming period [1]

Group 1 - The core investment preference for insurance institutions in the second half of 2025 is stocks, followed by bonds and securities investment funds [1][4] - Most insurance institutions expect their asset allocation ratios to remain consistent with early 2025, with some potentially increasing stock and bond investments slightly [1][4] Group 2 - The survey covered macro environment, market judgment, allocation plans, and return expectations, involving 122 insurance institutions, including 36 asset management firms and 86 insurance companies [4] - Insurance institutions anticipate a moderately loose monetary policy in the second half of the year, focusing on timely reserve requirement ratio and interest rate cuts, and maintaining ample liquidity [4] - Fiscal policy is expected to be more proactive, leaning towards expansion to boost domestic demand and consumption, potentially increasing the issuance of ultra-long special bonds [4] Group 3 - Most insurance institutions hold an optimistic view on the A-share market, predicting the Shanghai Composite Index to likely remain between 3200 and 3800 points [4] - The sectors favored by insurance institutions include pharmaceuticals, electronics, banking, computers, telecommunications, and national defense, with a focus on artificial intelligence, dividend assets, new productivity, high dividend yields, and innovative pharmaceuticals [4] - Corporate profit growth is seen as the main factor influencing the A-share market in the second half of the year [4] Group 4 - For the bond market, most insurance institutions maintain a neutral to slightly optimistic outlook, expecting the 10-year government bond yield to range between 1.4% and 1.6%, and high-grade credit bond yields between 1.5% and 2.0% [4] - The preferred bond types include ultra-long special bonds, perpetual bonds, convertible bonds, and credit bonds with maturities over 10 years [4] - Key factors affecting the bond market include the economic fundamentals, the degree of monetary policy easing, and market liquidity [4]