Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the recent urban renewal initiatives in Wuhan, emphasizing the shift from extensive urban development to quality-driven urban renewal, which is seen as a catalyst for economic transformation and modernization [1][3][12]. Group 1: Urban Renewal as a Driving Force - Urban renewal is identified as the "first driving force" for urban development, marking a significant shift in urban construction philosophy from large-scale demolition and construction to quality enhancement and efficiency [3][6]. - The central government’s recent urban work conference signals a change in urban development ideology, focusing on quality and effectiveness rather than mere scale and speed [3][6]. Group 2: Transformation of Urban Development - The transition from "external input" reliant on land and capital to "internal value enhancement" through urban renewal is highlighted, indicating a fundamental change in urban development models [6][12]. - Urban renewal aims to optimize spatial structures, improve functionality, and enhance governance efficiency, thus transforming the urban development model [6][7]. Group 3: Economic Implications - Urban renewal is seen as a means to reshape the economic landscape by addressing urban issues such as mixed-use zones, traffic congestion, and environmental degradation, which hinder high-end industry and talent attraction [11][12]. - The article posits that urban renewal can create conditions conducive to economic transformation, facilitating the transition from a traditional development model to a modern, quality-driven economy [12][18]. Group 4: Innovation Ecosystem - Urban renewal is described as a process that fosters an innovation-friendly environment, essential for transitioning from a "science and education city" to a "science and innovation powerhouse" [15][16]. - The integration of urban renewal with technological advancements, such as AI and big data, is emphasized as a way to enhance urban governance and provide a testing ground for local tech enterprises [17][18]. Group 5: Strategic Development Goals - Wuhan's strategic focus on building "five centers" during the 14th Five-Year Plan period aims to enhance urban functionality and connectivity, thereby attracting and retaining innovative talent [12][13]. - The article suggests that urban renewal will play a crucial role in creating new spaces and ecosystems for emerging industries, such as biomedicine and digital economy, while improving the overall urban environment [13][14].

21世纪经济报道记者吴文汐 武汉报道 当前，如何盘活存量空间资源，激发城市经济活力，成为各大城市的关键课题。 "我们把握保留与再造的平衡，呈现工业与金融的融合，通过加固修缮、建筑插层、适当附建、原拆原建，将这里打造成为了武 汉工业肌理上的低密度办公花园。"上述负责人表示。 近日召开的党的二十届四中全会以及《中共中央关于制定国民经济和社会发展第十五个五年规划的建议》中，将城市更新工作 摆在了更加突出、更具高度的位置，并为"十五五"时期高质量开展城市更新指明方向。 11月6日，武汉市召开全市城市更新工作推进会，为其下一阶段的城市更新工作定调。湖北省委常委、武汉市委书记、市长盛阅 春在会上强调，深入推进以人为本的新型城镇化，大力实施以"五改四好"为主攻方向的城市更新，以城市发展方式转变带动经 济发展方式转变，建设创新、宜居、美丽、韧性、文明、智慧的现代化人民城市。 在武汉，城市更新的特色路径在于：不仅通过现代化治理手段破解了既有建筑和老旧小区、街区、厂房基础设施、生活服务等 方面的"城市病"问题，满足民生需求和提升城市风貌；更将城市更新工作融入发展全局，在原有的工业印记之上实现土地价值 和效益的提升，探索城市结构优 ...

Core Points - The city is advancing urban renewal initiatives, emphasizing a people-centered approach to new urbanization and aiming to transform economic development through urban development methods [1][2][3] - The focus is on the "Five Reforms and Four Improvements" strategy, which includes enhancing existing buildings, old neighborhoods, and urban areas to create a better living environment [3][4] - The city aims to attract talent and businesses by improving the urban environment and implementing high-quality urban renewal projects [3][5] Group 1 - The meeting highlighted the importance of urban renewal as a significant decision by the central government, with an emphasis on expanding domestic demand and improving living conditions [2][3] - The city plans to implement a "three-year action" goal, selecting a number of small yet impactful projects each year to drive urban renewal [3] - A systematic approach will be adopted, integrating various aspects of urban development, including renovation, protection, and management [3][4] Group 2 - The city will prioritize human-centered investments and enhance community participation in urban renewal efforts [4][5] - Coordination among different departments and sectors will be strengthened to ensure a cohesive approach to urban renewal [4] - The city will explore innovative development models to optimize resource allocation and support urban renewal initiatives [4][5]

Core Viewpoint - The Beijing local standard "Technical Regulations for Seismic Reinforcement of Existing Buildings" (DB11/T 689-2025) has been officially released and will be implemented on January 1, 2026, providing critical technical guidance for seismic reinforcement design, construction, and acceptance of existing buildings in Beijing [1][3]. Group 1 - The new regulations address the pressing need for functional upgrades and safety reinforcements of aging buildings in Beijing, as the old technical standards are no longer adequate for current engineering practices [3]. - A significant challenge identified in the revision process is the scientific determination of the "remaining service life" of buildings post-renovation, which is essential for developing economically viable reinforcement plans [3]. - The innovative concept proposed by the company, which allows for determining the post-renovation service life based on the actual remaining lifespan of the building, has been adopted as a key technical principle in the regulations [3]. Group 2 - The company's participation in the formulation of the regulations has led to high recognition of its professional capabilities by the drafting group and the Beijing Engineering Construction Standardization Association, further solidifying its influence in the field of existing building renovation and seismic safety [3]. - The company aims to continue promoting the application of technological achievements in more buildings, supporting urban safety and sustainable development under the philosophy of "Architecture and Health" [3].

"簪花与拜拜"，是当前最能代表泉州魅力的两个符号。 在社交媒体时代，泉州得到了一个新名字"诸神人间办事处"。在这座福建沿海的历史名城里，建筑面积超过10平 方米的民间信仰活动场所超过6000处。各路神明与人间烟火同在，习惯了慢生活的泉州人"不会早上五点半起来追 星，拜神四点半准能起"。 泉州的故事，回答了"重新发现城市"过程中的三个疑问：它是以怎样的文化脉络发展成现在的样子，居民的城市 自豪感来源于哪些与众不同之处，这座城市的与众不同体现在怎样的品牌故事当中。在泉州，强烈的宗族意识使 地方社会得以聚集形成商业力量，华侨回乡投资兴业奠定了城市的商业基础，改革开放以来民营经济的发展使他 们"有钱好办事"。古城近年来的城市更新，则兼顾商业开发和居民生活的需要，一边尝试，一边总结。 这种独特的人情味和地方感，在2021年"泉州：宋元中国的世界海洋商贸中心"成功申遗之后，有所升华。随着城 市更新支持下的社群商业发展，很多创意人士把泉州视为值得到访的美好之地。网红经济刺激当地人自发式地进 行文旅创新，"蟳埔簪花"体验店和旅拍受到外地游客的热宠，也成了泉州在社交媒体上的代表性符号。 《第一财经》杂志"未来预想图"团队把镜头 ...

Core Insights - The third quarter of 2025 sees a peak in commercial openings, driven by the "National Day" holiday, with 89 new projects totaling approximately 6.93 million square meters [2][5] - The Eastern China region, particularly Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai, dominates the commercial project openings, accounting for over 80% of the total [5][7] - High-tier cities maintain their market position, while lower-tier cities, especially county-level markets, show increased commercial activity [7][9] Summary by Sections Opening Statistics - A total of 89 commercial projects opened in Q3 2025, with a commercial area of about 6.93 million square meters. September alone accounted for 59 projects, representing 66% of the quarterly total [2] - Among the new openings, 15 projects were renovations of existing properties, contributing approximately 1.37 million square meters [2][14] Regional Distribution - The Eastern region leads with 32% of openings, with Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai contributing significantly [5] - Central and Southern China follow, with Central China having 8 openings and Southern China 15 openings, primarily in Guangdong [5] Market Tier Analysis - High-tier cities account for over 70% of new projects, with first-tier cities at 27%, second-tier at 10%, and a notable activity in fourth-tier cities [7] - County-level commercial projects are becoming more active, with several notable openings in various regions [9] City-Specific Highlights - Hangzhou leads with 8 new projects, followed by Chongqing and Wuhan with 6 each. Notable projects include the Hangzhou Asian Games Village and several large-scale developments in Chongqing [11][12] - Beijing and Shanghai also saw significant openings, focusing on urban renewal and high-end commercial spaces [12][15] Major Developers and Projects - Leading commercial management companies like China Resources, Longfor, and Wanda opened multiple projects, with China Resources launching 6 projects, including several in lower-tier cities [13] - High-profile projects include Shenzhen Bay MixC Phase II and Guangzhou's K11 Select, both featuring innovative designs and a mix of retail and cultural spaces [18][19][20] Renovation Projects - The quarter saw 15 renovation projects, with a total area of approximately 1.37 million square meters, indicating a trend towards upgrading existing properties [14] - Examples include the transformation of previously stalled projects into successful commercial spaces, such as the Hohhot MixC [25]

《世博双城记》 由世博会博物馆与第一财经联合呈现，跨越 2010 年上海世博会至 2025 年大 阪世博会的 15 年时光长河，邀您一同探寻两座世博之城在城市发展中的多元路径、创新实践 与未来图景。 节目将以全球视野解码上海与世界的深度联结，以东方智慧勾勒未来城市的理想模样，让上 海在对话世界中汲取养分，让东方文明在全球舞台绽放光彩。 诚邀您持续关注，共赴这场横跨时空的世博文明之旅！ 大阪世博会以推动实现联合国可持续发展目标为使命，其中可持续发展目标11，提出要打造"具有包容性、 安全性、韧性和可持续性的城市与人类社区。"在上海世博会举办十五周年的日子里，世博会博物馆联手上 海城市空间艺术季，在大阪世博会上探讨世博会带给城市更新的机遇与挑战。 "城市的更新"不仅是空间形态的重构，更是社会活力与文化记忆的重生。通过艺术、设计与科技的交融， 上海、大阪这两座世博之城都在不断推动城市更新、生态转型与公共文化建设，也是在回应世博会长期以 来所关注的议题。今天就让我们一起走进两座城市，看看世博会带给他们的发展与变化。 世博会博物馆×第一财经 联合呈现 . . ... .. .. f 让世界看见东方 OSAKA ■ ■ ...

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is maintained as "Buy" [1] Core Insights - The company has shown strong performance in the retail sector, particularly in the home improvement segment, with significant growth in sales volume despite pricing pressures. The revenue from home decoration wall paint reached 2.491 billion RMB, reflecting an 11.8% year-on-year increase, while the overall revenue from retail new business models has supported rapid income growth [2][3] - The company is well-positioned to benefit from the ongoing urban renewal initiatives and the substantial demand in the existing housing market, with a focus on the renovation segment, which accounts for over 50% of the home decoration paint market [3][4] - The company is actively participating in rural revitalization efforts, maintaining the leading market share in imitation stone paint at 7.6%, and has expanded its coverage in rural areas to nearly 20% [4] Summary by Sections Financial Performance - For the first nine months of 2025, the company achieved a comprehensive gross margin of 32.81%, an increase of 4.2 percentage points year-on-year, with the gross margin for Q3 reaching 33.6% [2] - The projected net profit for the company is estimated at 9.15 billion RMB for 2025, with a compound annual growth rate of 60.47% over three years [5] Market Position - The company has established over 3,000 "immediate living" community renovation stores, aligning with consumer needs in the existing housing market [3] - The company’s market share in the engineering paint sector is steadily increasing, projected to reach approximately 13% [3] Valuation - The target price for the company is set at 53.19 RMB, based on a 35x PE valuation for 2026, reflecting the strong retail attributes of the paint sector and the potential for market share growth in the domestic market [5]

Summary of the Conference Call on Real Estate Industry Opportunities Industry Overview - The conference call discusses the real estate industry in the context of the "15th Five-Year Plan" (2025-2030) emphasizing high-quality development and regulatory improvements in real estate practices [1][2][18]. Core Points and Arguments High-Quality Development Focus - The shift from "housing is for living, not for speculation" to "high-quality development" indicates a significant change in policy direction [2][18]. - The plan outlines five key directions for real estate development: new development models, optimizing affordable housing supply, increasing supply of improved housing, constructing quality homes, and establishing a housing safety management system [2][18]. Inventory Management and Sales - The plan emphasizes the need to manage existing inventory effectively, with a current inventory of 400 million square meters of residential properties, representing 25.3% of total inventory [5]. - The proportion of existing homes sold has increased to 32% in the first nine months of 2025, up 22 percentage points from 2020 [5]. Affordable Housing Optimization - The focus has shifted from merely increasing affordable housing to optimizing existing resources, including converting some existing inventory into affordable housing [7]. - From 2021 to 2024, approximately 7.8 million units of affordable housing were constructed, addressing housing needs for over 20 million people [7]. Improved Housing Supply - The plan introduces targeted measures to increase the supply of improved housing based on local needs, with larger units (over 120 square meters) seeing a 3.4 percentage point increase in market share [8][9]. - High-demand cities require more improved housing supply to match structural demand [9]. Quality and Safety Enhancements - The plan calls for the construction of safe, comfortable, and environmentally friendly homes, with new regulations aimed at improving residential quality and property management [10]. - A comprehensive safety management system for buildings throughout their lifecycle is proposed, addressing safety concerns for aging structures [11][12]. Urban Renewal and Land Utilization - Urban renewal is highlighted as a key area for investment, with a projected total investment of 16.6 trillion yuan from 2021 to 2024 [15]. - Policies to revitalize underutilized land and assets are being developed, with over 620 billion yuan allocated for acquiring idle land [16]. Risk Management and Regulatory Changes - The plan emphasizes the need for coordinated management of both new and existing land, allowing for more flexible and long-term planning by local governments [17]. - Measures to mitigate risks associated with real estate, local government debt, and financial institutions are prioritized to prevent systemic risks [17]. Other Important Insights - The plan indicates a potential easing of home purchase restrictions in first-tier cities, reflecting a more direct approach to promoting healthy housing consumption [13][19]. - The commercial real estate sector is expected to adapt to new consumer demands, with a focus on creating diverse consumption scenarios [14][21]. - Investors are advised to focus on stable companies in core cities, smaller firms with significant breakthroughs, and commercial real estate companies adapting to new consumption patterns [21][22]. This summary encapsulates the key points from the conference call regarding the real estate industry's future direction, regulatory changes, and investment opportunities.

Core Viewpoint - Wuhan is set to implement the "Five Reforms and Four Goods" action plan for high-quality urban renewal from 2025 to 2027, focusing on transforming urban development from large-scale expansion to enhancing existing stock [1][2][5] Group 1: Action Plan Details - The action plan includes "Five Reforms," which are: renovation of existing buildings, upgrading old residential communities, enhancing old street areas, revitalizing old industrial zones, and accelerating the transformation of urban villages [5][7] - The "Four Goods" refer to good houses, good communities, good neighborhoods, and good urban areas [5] - By 2025, Wuhan will initiate the first batch of 80 "small and beautiful" urban renewal areas, with additional projects rolling out over the next two years [5][7] Group 2: Implementation Strategies - The action plan emphasizes a combination of investment in physical infrastructure and human resources, aiming to attract, serve, and retain residents [5][10] - It outlines 11 specific tasks under the "Five Reforms," including the promotion of historical building protection, improvement of living quality in old neighborhoods, and integration of urban village renovations with infrastructure development [7][10] - The plan aims to enhance urban functionality and quality through a systematic approach that links various resources and policies [7][10] Group 3: Innovative Approaches - The plan encourages innovative financing methods, such as promoting resident-led renovations of old housing [11][15] - It also seeks to streamline approval processes and enhance resource allocation to address core challenges in urban renewal [11][15] - The initiative includes a focus on small-scale, gradual, and sustainable urban micro-renewals, exemplified by successful projects like the Huazhong Xiaogui Mountain Financial Cultural Park [11][15]