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Core Viewpoint - Qualcomm views China not merely as a product market but as a crucial partner for achieving mutual success in global opportunities, emphasizing a 30-year collaboration with Chinese partners that exemplifies win-win cooperation between US and Chinese tech companies [1][2]. Group 1: Collaboration and Innovation - Qualcomm's annual technology summit, held from September 23 to 25 in Maui, Hawaii, included a new venue in Beijing to showcase innovations and collaborative achievements with Chinese partners, particularly in AI applications [1]. - The company has deeply integrated with China's mobile communication industry over the past 30 years, contributing to advancements from CDMA to 5G and the development of terminal-side AI [1][2]. Group 2: Future Prospects and Market Environment - China is recognized as a significant driver of global technological progress, with Chinese companies leading in innovation and market responsiveness in sectors like smartphones, smart vehicles, and IoT [2]. - Qualcomm anticipates further deepening cooperation with Chinese partners across various industries, extending beyond smartphones to include automotive, personal computing, augmented reality, IoT, and industrial IoT, focusing on cutting-edge technologies like AI, 5G-A, and 6G [2].

新华社美国毛伊岛9月25日电 专访：与中国生态伙伴共同成长、相互成就——访高通中国区董事长孟 樸 新华社记者谭晶晶 美国高通公司中国区董事长孟樸日前接受新华社记者专访时表示，中国不是一个单纯的产品市场，而是 与合作伙伴在全球实现共赢的重要机遇。高通与中国生态伙伴合作30年，是中美科技企业互利共赢的生 动实践。 高通年度技术峰会23日至25日在夏威夷毛伊岛举行。今年峰会首次在北京设立中国分会场，与中国生态 伙伴共同展示创新和合作成果，包括多款智能体人工智能（AI）及终端侧AI大模型应用案例，展示AI 如何为行业和消费者提供更智能、高效、个性化的体验，重新定义人机交互的边界。 孟樸表示，2025年不仅是公司成立40周年，也是高通在华发展30周年，对高通具有特殊意义。30年来， 高通与中国移动通信产业深度融合，共同推动从CDMA到5G、从移动互联网到终端侧AI的发展进程。 高通携手中国手机、汽车、物联网等行业伙伴，抓住技术迭代机遇，不仅助力中国企业更好融入全球创 新，还支持它们迈向高端领域。 "高通与中国生态伙伴是共同成长、相互成就的。"孟樸说，中国产业的快速发展也为高通今天在全球的 竞争力提供了重要支撑。 他指出 ...

中国电信卫星公司副总经理隋海鹰告诉中国证券报记者，很多业内专家都认为让3.6万公里外的卫星和 小小的手机实现通信几乎不可能。面对挑战，中国电信联合产业伙伴历时两年，攻克八大关键技术，完 成全国4万公里遍历测试，最终在2023年9月实现大众消费级手机直连卫星服务的全球首发，次年4月又 推出汽车直连卫星业务。 当暴雨围城、身处荒漠，与外界失联的危急时刻，一部能直连卫星的手机往往能够成为人们的"生命 线"。 继中国电信（601728）全球率先推出"手机直连卫星"商用服务之后，工信部近日向中国联通（600050） 颁发卫星移动通信业务经营许可。据悉，中国移动（600941）也在积极申请卫星移动通信业务经营许 可。随着更多运营商获颁卫星移动通信业务经营许可，"空天地一体化"的通信新时代正加速来临。 6G研发破冰、eSIM革新终端、物联网赋能百业……"十四五"以来，央企在多项前沿技术上取得的协同 突破，正汇聚成催生新业态的强大势能。业内人士认为，从万物互联到万物智联，从技术引领到生态塑 造，央企以创新为核、以惠民为本的发展之路，将进一步夯实数字中国的基石，为经济社会高质量发展 注入更强劲的动能。 天地一体：卫星通信织就安 ...

Group 1 - The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has extended its cobalt export ban until October 15, leading to a significant increase in cobalt prices, which have risen nearly 40% this year [1][2] - As of September 25, cobalt-related stocks such as Luoyang Molybdenum, Huayou Cobalt, and GEM have shown strong performance, with Luoyang Molybdenum up 10.87% this week [2] - The DRC accounts for 76% of global cobalt production, and the extended export ban is expected to reduce cobalt supply by approximately 141,600 tons, nearly half of the global cobalt production in 2024 [2][3] Group 2 - Analysts predict a global cobalt supply gap exceeding 300,000 tons over the next three years due to the export quota policy [3] - The demand for cobalt is expected to rise significantly with the peak season for electric vehicles approaching, which will provide strong support for cobalt prices [3] - Companies in the cobalt supply chain are anticipated to benefit from rising cobalt prices, leading to potential performance improvements and valuation reassessments [4] Group 3 - Luoyang Molybdenum has seen a cumulative increase of over 115% this year, while Huayou Cobalt has increased by over 92%, indicating strong market interest [4] - Huayou Cobalt reported a revenue of 650 million yuan from cobalt products in the first half of 2025, benefiting from rising cobalt prices [4] - GEM has recycled more cobalt than China's primary cobalt mining output, and its nickel-cobalt production in Indonesia has significantly increased, helping to mitigate the impact of the DRC's export ban [5] Group 4 - Analysts suggest that companies with robust resource reserves and production capabilities will have a competitive advantage once the export quota system is implemented [6] - The long-term outlook for cobalt prices is expected to improve, as the DRC's dominance in global cobalt supply is unlikely to be replaced [6]

Group 1 - The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has extended its cobalt export ban until October 15, leading to a significant increase in cobalt prices, which have risen nearly 40% this year [1][2] - Cobalt prices have increased from $14 per pound at the beginning of the year to $19.5 per pound by September 24, indicating strong demand and supply constraints [2] - The DRC accounts for 76% of global cobalt production, and the extended export ban is expected to reduce cobalt supply by approximately 141,600 tons, nearly half of the global cobalt production in 2024 [1][2] Group 2 - Companies in the cobalt supply chain, such as Luoyang Molybdenum and Huayou Cobalt, have seen significant stock price increases, with Luoyang Molybdenum up 10.87% and Huayou Cobalt up 7.85% as of September 25 [1][2] - Huayou Cobalt reported a revenue of 650 million yuan from cobalt products in the first half of 2025, benefiting from rising cobalt prices [3] - Greenme's cobalt recycling capacity exceeds China's cobalt mining output by 350%, and its nickel-cobalt production in Indonesia has increased by 125% year-on-year, mitigating the impact of the DRC's export ban [3] Group 3 - Analysts predict that the tightening supply of cobalt will lead to a global supply gap exceeding 300,000 tons over the next three years, supporting further price increases [2] - The demand for cobalt is expected to rise due to the growing electric vehicle market and technological advancements in sectors like 5G and AI, which will further support cobalt prices [3][4] - Companies with strong resource reserves and production capabilities, particularly in Indonesia, are expected to gain a competitive advantage as the DRC's export quota system is implemented [4]

为破解传统天通卫星终端"平时用不到，用时找不到"的困境，中国电信全球率先推出"手机直连卫星"商 用服务。 ● 本报记者 杨洁 刘丽靓 当暴雨围城、身处荒漠，与外界失联的危急时刻，一部能直连卫星的手机往往能够成为人们的"生命 线"。 继中国电信全球率先推出"手机直连卫星"商用服务之后，工信部近日向中国联通颁发卫星移动通信业务 经营许可。据悉，中国移动也在积极申请卫星移动通信业务经营许可。随着更多运营商获颁卫星移动通 信业务经营许可，"空天地一体化"的通信新时代正加速来临。 6G研发破冰、eSIM革新终端、物联网赋能百业……"十四五"以来，央企在多项前沿技术上取得的协同 突破，正汇聚成催生新业态的强大势能。业内人士认为，从万物互联到万物智联，从技术引领到生态塑 造，央企以创新为核、以惠民为本的发展之路，将进一步夯实数字中国的基石，为经济社会高质量发展 注入更强劲的动能。 天地一体：卫星通信织就安全网 7月底，暴雨袭击北京怀柔，多个村庄因通信中断成为"孤岛"。关键时刻，网友"驴子"使用手机卫星通 话功能成功接通119，为被困村民打通了至关重要的"空中桥梁"。 这背后，是中国卫星通信技术迈向消费级市场的重大突破。 传 ...

Core Viewpoint - Qualcomm is the first global tech company to provide a clear timeline for 6G pre-commercial terminal launch, expected in 2028, indicating its ambition beyond mobile chips and into AI integration across various devices [3][4]. Group 1: AI Integration in Chip Design - Qualcomm is focusing on integrating AI capabilities directly into chip design, enhancing the performance of NPU and GPU to address the challenges of AI in small devices [3][6]. - The latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 features a 20% performance increase in CPU, a 23% increase in GPU performance, and a 37% enhancement in NPU performance, laying the groundwork for advanced AI applications on devices [6][7]. Group 2: Future Applications and Market Predictions - Qualcomm predicts that robots and various wearable smart glasses will potentially match or exceed the scale of smartphone applications in the future, emphasizing the need for strong edge computing capabilities [9][10]. - The automotive sector is highlighted as a prime application for edge AI, necessitating local processing for safety and responsiveness [9][10]. Group 3: Evolution of Intelligent Agents - The shift from mobile-centric to intelligent agent-centric systems is anticipated, with intelligent agents expected to possess advanced contextual understanding and proactive problem-solving capabilities [10][11]. - Domestic smartphone manufacturers are actively developing intelligent agents, with various companies integrating AI capabilities into their operating systems to enhance user experience [12].

Core Insights - Qualcomm is the first global tech company to provide a clear timeline for 6G pre-commercial terminal launch, expected in 2028 [1] - The rise of AI is expected to elevate various "edge" devices, including smartphones, PCs, wearables, and robots, into potential blockbuster products [1] - Qualcomm aims to enhance AI capabilities in smart terminals by integrating NPU and GPU technologies during the chip design phase [1] Group 1: AI Integration in Chip Design - Qualcomm showcased its self-developed Oryon architecture at the Snapdragon Summit, emphasizing its superior SoC capabilities for AI processing and energy efficiency [2] - The self-developed Oryon architecture allows Qualcomm to reduce dependency on other companies, particularly in licensing fees and long-term development [2] Group 2: Performance Enhancements - The fifth-generation Snapdragon 8 flagship chip, utilizing 3nm process technology, has achieved a 20% performance increase in CPU, 23% in GPU, and 37% in NPU for AI applications [3] - Major smartphone brands like Honor, Xiaomi, Vivo, and OPPO plan to adopt the fifth-generation Snapdragon 8 in their flagship products [3] Group 3: AI Applications and Collaborations - Qualcomm and Honor are collaborating on developing edge AI model solutions to enhance user experience in applications like image recognition and color extraction [4] - The partnership aims to create GPU-NPU heterogeneous AI technologies to improve gaming graphics through AI learning [4] Group 4: Future AI Applications - Qualcomm predicts that robots and various wearable smart glasses could become as prevalent as smartphones in the future [6] - The automotive sector is identified as a prime application area for edge AI due to its need for local processing capabilities [6] Group 5: Evolution of Intelligent Agents - The future will shift from mobile-centric to intelligent agent-centric systems, requiring advanced understanding and decision-making capabilities [7] - 6G is expected to support real-time collaboration between edge devices and the cloud, enhancing AI-native applications [7] Group 6: Competitive Landscape - Domestic smartphone manufacturers are developing specific AI applications, with Honor's intelligent agent supporting over 200 vertical scenarios and 3000 general scenarios [8] - Other brands like OPPO, Vivo, and Xiaomi are also enhancing their AI capabilities, integrating them with their operating systems [8] Group 7: Challenges and Requirements - The development of AI intelligent agents necessitates advancements in both hardware AI chip capabilities and software interaction methods [9] - Companies must focus on personalized services through AI while addressing cost and technical challenges in their solutions [9]

Market Closure Arrangements - Shanghai Stock Exchange will be closed from October 1 to October 8, 2025, and will resume trading on October 9, 2025 [1] - Shenzhen Stock Exchange will have the same closure schedule as Shanghai, with trading resuming on October 9, 2025 [2] 6G Adoption Forecast - By 2035, approximately 22.3% of global users are expected to adopt 6G technology, compared to 26.6% for 5G at the same development stage [3] AI Investment Growth - Global AI IT investment is projected to reach $1261.9 billion by 2029, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 31.9% from $315.9 billion in 2024 [4] - The generative AI market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 56.3%, reaching $607.1 billion by 2029, accounting for 48.1% of total AI market investment [4] NAND Flash Price Increase - NAND Flash prices are expected to rise by 5-10% in Q4 due to demand shifts towards QLC Enterprise SSDs and supply shortages in HDDs [5] Second-Hand Car Market - The second-hand car transaction volume in China is expected to reach 1.77 million units in September, reflecting a 4.5% increase compared to the same period in August [5] Fund Manager Incident - West China Li De Fund has terminated the employment of its bond fund manager due to gambling-related administrative detention, emphasizing a commitment to enhancing employee conduct management [6] Company Announcements - Saisir has received approval from the China Securities Regulatory Commission for the issuance of up to 331 million H-shares [7] - China Communication Signal has won four significant railway projects totaling approximately 1.36 billion yuan, representing 4.19% of its projected 2024 revenue [8] - China Railway has secured 11 major engineering projects with a total bid price of approximately 50.215 billion yuan, accounting for 4.34% of its expected 2024 revenue [9] - China Merchants Energy has taken delivery of two new ships, expanding its LNG and dry bulk fleet [10] - Jihong Co. anticipates a net profit increase of 55-65% year-on-year for the first three quarters of 2025 [11] - Dongjie Intelligent has signed a framework agreement for a 3.387 billion yuan automated warehousing project in Malaysia [12] - Hongrun Construction has pre-qualified for a 1.36 billion yuan EPC project [13] - Huakang Clean has won a 136 million yuan engineering project for a new hospital facility [14] Market Performance - The ChiNext Index rose by 1.58%, reaching a three-year high, with significant trading volume and multiple stocks hitting record highs [15]