1. Report Industry Investment Rating - No industry investment rating is provided in the report. 2. Core View of the Report - During the week from August 18 to August 23, 2025, the convertible bond market continued to be strong, with the price center rising and risk appetite recovering. Amid valuation differentiation, high - price bonds showed stronger elasticity, medium - and low - price varieties recovered, while those around 100 yuan were under pressure. In terms of funds, the willingness of bank wealth management, ETFs, and insurance funds to increase allocations strengthened, and the trading volume of northbound funds increased, with potential for further growth. The equity market was dominated by the growth style, with technology sectors such as communication, electronics, and computer leading the gains. The cycle and manufacturing sectors were also actively traded, and capital concentration increased. Clause and redemption events were frequent, and market gaming intensified. Overall, it is recommended to follow the technology and manufacturing mainlines, focus on individual bonds with both underlying stock support and elasticity, and be vigilant against fluctuations in high - congestion sectors while balancing and seizing structural opportunities [2][6]. 3. Summary According to Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Incremental Funds and Market Support - The current incremental funds in the convertible bond market come from diverse sources. Bank wealth management, ETFs, and insurance funds are important driving forces. Bank wealth management subsidiaries have a stronger willingness to allocate to equity - related assets due to the increasing proportion of fixed - income + products. The scale of stock - type and convertible - bond - type ETFs has been continuously expanding, and recent capital inflows have effectively supported the market. After the recovery of premium income, insurance funds also show the motivation to increase allocations to equity - related and equity markets. Northbound funds' trading volume has increased, providing potential support for the equity and convertible bond markets. The optimization of the incremental fund structure is expected to strengthen market resilience [10]. 3.2 A - share Market Performance - The major A - share stock indices continued to be strong during the week, with the ChiNext Index leading the gains and the small - and medium - cap growth style being prominent. Although the main funds still had a net outflow, the outflow pressure was marginally relieved, and market sentiment improved. Industry performance was significantly differentiated. Technology - growth sectors such as communication, electronics, and computer led the gains, and there were signs of recovery in the consumer sector, while some cycle sectors were under pressure. Capital was highly concentrated in directions such as electronics and computer, and technology - growth became the core mainline of the market. It is recommended to seize the rotation opportunities within the sectors, be vigilant against the risk of crowded trading, and maintain a flexible and balanced allocation [10]. 3.3 Convertible Bond Market Performance - The convertible bond market continued to be strong during the week, with mid - cap bonds performing better and large - cap bonds relatively weaker. The risk appetite of funds continued to recover. The valuation structure continued to be differentiated, with the high - price range strengthening significantly, some mid - price varieties recovering, and the core range around 100 yuan still under pressure. The implied volatility fluctuated upwards, indicating an increased market expectation of subsequent fluctuations. In terms of industries, machinery and equipment and power equipment were actively traded, and capital concentration increased. Among individual bonds, those with the highest gains were mostly driven by underlying stocks and had the advantages of high elasticity and long duration. It is recommended to focus on varieties with strong underlying stock support and elasticity and beware of risks in high - level sectors [10]. 3.4 Convertible Bond Primary Market - The supply of the convertible bond primary market was stable during the week. One new bond started subscription, and many companies updated their issuance plans, with sufficient subsequent reserves. In terms of clauses, 6 bonds announced that they were expected to trigger downward revisions, 4 bonds clearly stated not to make downward revisions, and 1 bond proposed a downward revision. On the redemption side, 8 bonds were expected to trigger redemption, 8 bonds announced not to redeem in advance, and 8 bonds announced the implementation of forced redemptions. It is recommended that investors pay attention to the marginal impact of clause events on pricing and seize the structural allocation opportunities brought by gaming [10]. 3.5 Market Theme Weekly Review 3.5.1 Equity Theme Weekly Review - During the week, the trading themes in the equity market were active. The stock - trading software index led the gains with a cross - week increase of 27.3%, followed by the consecutive - limit - up index with a 23.8% increase. AI and computer hardware, semiconductor and chip, and communication sectors all performed well, while only the bank - selected index and the system - important financial institution index declined. Short - term funds were highly active, and capital was concentrated in trading themes such as consecutive - limit - up and technology directions such as AI computing power [34]. 3.5.2 Convertible Bond Weekly Review - The convertible bond market remained strong during the week, with mid - cap bonds leading the gains, small - cap bonds rising in tandem, and large - cap bonds lagging behind. The risk appetite of funds continued to recover. The valuation was significantly differentiated, and the implied volatility fluctuated at a high level. The electronics, machinery and equipment, and power equipment sectors were actively traded, and consumer sectors continued to recover. It is recommended to seize the repair opportunities in technology and cycle directions, be vigilant against fluctuations in high - valuation sectors, and make a balanced allocation [36]. 3.6 Market Weekly Tracking 3.6.1 Major Stock Indices and Industry Performance - Major A - share stock indices continued to be strong during the week, with mid - and small - cap stocks performing better. The Shanghai Composite Index rose 3.5%, the Shenzhen Component Index rose 4.6%, and the ChiNext Index rose 5.9%. Although the main funds continued to flow out, the outflow pressure increased marginally, and market sentiment tended to be cautious. The comprehensive, communication, and electronics sectors led the gains, and the consumer sector generally recovered. Capital was concentrated in technology - growth sectors such as communication and electronics [39][43]. 3.6.2 Convertible Bond Market Performance - The convertible bond market continued to strengthen during the week, with the mid - cap index leading the gains. The risk appetite of funds increased. The valuation stretched overall according to the parity range and showed a differentiated pattern according to the market - price range. The implied volatility fluctuated upwards, and the median price of convertible bonds continued to rise. The performance of convertible bonds in all sectors was generally strong, and capital concentration increased slightly. Most individual bonds strengthened, and those with the highest gains were mostly driven by underlying stocks [56][64][71]. 3.7 Issuance and Clause Tracking 3.7.1 Primary Market Issuance Plan - A total of 12 listed companies updated their convertible bond issuance plans during the week, including 1 in the approval - registration stage, 3 in the exchange - acceptance stage, 2 in the shareholders' - meeting stage, and 6 in the board - of - directors' - plan stage. The total disclosed scale of projects in the exchange - acceptance stage and later was 547.6 billion yuan [77][78]. 3.7.2 Downward Revision and Redemption Clauses - Six convertible bonds announced that they were expected to trigger downward revisions, 4 announced not to make downward revisions, and 1 proposed a downward revision. Eight convertible bonds were expected to trigger redemption, 8 announced not to redeem in advance, and 8 announced the implementation of forced redemptions [86][92].

Core Viewpoint - The A-share market has seen accelerated upward momentum since late June, with the Shanghai Composite Index surpassing 3,800 points, reaching a ten-year high, driven by improved market sentiment and increased foreign institutional interest in Chinese stocks [1]. Group 1: Market Uptrend Sustainability - The sustainability of the current market rally is a key topic among institutions, with overseas entities attributing the rise to several factors, including improved macroeconomic expectations and targeted consumption policies [4]. - The 10-year and 30-year government bond yields have been on the rise since June, indicating a more optimistic outlook among investors, which has facilitated a shift of funds from the bond market to the stock market [4]. - The focus on micro-level structural highlights, such as AI computing power, innovative pharmaceuticals, robotics, and smart driving, is seen as crucial for supporting overall market profitability [7]. - Significant inflows of incremental capital have contributed to liquidity, with long-term funds like insurance capital entering the market, resulting in over 1 trillion yuan in new capital [10]. - Upcoming policy catalysts, such as the Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee and the next five-year growth plan, are expected to provide clearer insights into the "anti-involution" policy and its implications for economic rebalancing [10]. Group 2: "Anti-Involution" Policy Focus - The "anti-involution" policy has gained significant attention from foreign institutions, with discussions centered on its timing, similarities and differences with the 2016-2018 supply-side reform, and key areas of focus [14]. - The policy aims to alleviate supply chain financing risks, curb excessive investment expansion, enhance product quality, and optimize resource allocation, thereby strengthening the long-term resilience of the Chinese economy [14]. - The current economic recovery foundation is still fragile, leading to expectations that the impact of this policy on economic growth may be less significant than that of the previous supply-side reform [15]. Group 3: Foreign Investor Sentiment - Foreign investor interest in the Chinese stock market has reached a near-high level, driven by factors such as the need to diversify risks from the U.S. market and the potential for renminbi appreciation [16]. - In July, net inflows from foreign capital into the Chinese stock market accelerated to $2.7 billion, up from $1.2 billion in June, primarily led by passive funds [17]. - As of late July, passive funds had accumulated a total inflow of $11 billion into the Chinese stock market for the year, surpassing the $7 billion for the entire year of 2023 [17]. - The trend of capital inflows has continued into August, with hedge funds net buying Chinese stocks at the fastest pace in seven weeks [19]. - Despite the recovery in foreign capital sentiment, active funds remain underweight in their allocation to Chinese stocks, indicating potential for further inflows [21].

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the article indicates that the Shanghai Composite Index has surged past the 3700 and 3800 points, reaching a 10-year high, driven by a recovery in risk appetite and a rebalancing of valuation between stocks and bonds [1][5][8] - The market is experiencing a second phase of a bull market, with significant participation from retail investors, private equity, and foreign capital, leading to increased liquidity and trading volume [2][5][12] - The shift from a "barbell strategy" to a more balanced investment approach is confirmed, as sectors like technology and domestic semiconductor industries gain traction [5][10][22] Group 2 - Recent behavior of different types of incremental capital shows that retail investors are increasingly optimistic about the bull market, with a notable rise in discussions and investments in ETFs [14][17] - The Federal Reserve's signals regarding potential interest rate cuts have improved the liquidity environment, particularly benefiting Hong Kong stocks, which are now seen as more attractive compared to A-shares [3][26] - The current bull market is still in its second phase, with many indicators suggesting that there is significant room for growth compared to previous bull market peaks [4][25][27]

Group 1 - The current market rally is primarily driven by institutional investors rather than retail investors, with a focus on industrial trends and earnings [2] - The market's settlement funds to circulating market value ratio remains reasonable, indicating ongoing profit accumulation [2] - Future market performance will depend on new allocation themes rather than just liquidity and abundant funds [2] Group 2 - Recent market highs are supported by ample liquidity, with positive signals from the movement of household deposits [3] - The consensus on an upward market trend is strengthening, with key factors such as domestic fundamentals and liquidity showing improvement [3] - Strategic allocations should focus on sectors like AI, innovative pharmaceuticals, military, and large financial institutions [3] Group 3 - The Federal Reserve's dovish stance suggests a likely interest rate cut in September, which may improve dollar liquidity and benefit Hong Kong stocks [4] - The current market phase is characterized by a fund-driven environment, with a focus on sectors like innovative pharmaceuticals and domestic AI [4] - Analysts have raised profit forecasts for various sectors, indicating potential strong performance in areas like cross-border e-commerce and medical outsourcing [4] Group 4 - The market is experiencing a "healthy bull" phase, with moderate sector crowding and opportunities across various themes [9] - Future strategies should focus on low-position sectors within the tech growth line and cyclical sectors with strong growth expectations [9] - Key areas of interest include Hong Kong internet, semiconductor equipment, and new consumption [9] Group 5 - The current bull market is supported by diverse sources of incremental capital, including long-term funds and active private equity [12] - The ongoing "deposit migration" trend may become a significant source of future capital inflow into the market [12] - Focus on new technology and growth sectors, such as domestic AI applications and robotics, alongside traditional financial sectors [12]

Group 1 - The current bullish trend in A-shares is supported by various sources of incremental capital, including long-term funds such as insurance and pension funds, active trading by margin financing and private equity, and increasing foreign interest in A-shares [1][2][3] - There are signs of residents moving their savings into the market, although this is still in the early stages, which could provide a key driving force for the continuation of a "slow bull" market [1][3] - The focus for future investments should be on new technologies and growth sectors, such as domestic computing power, robotics, and AI applications, alongside major financial and new consumption sectors [2][3] Group 2 - The current market is characterized by a "healthy bull" phase, where good holding experiences and profit effects continue to attract incremental capital [2][3] - The market's sustainability is attributed to its healthy structural characteristics, allowing existing capital to continuously find trading opportunities [2][3] - Future market trends will require new allocation clues rather than merely relying on liquidity and the abundance of capital [2][3] Group 3 - Analysts emphasize that this market rally is not driven by retail investors but rather by smart money, focusing on industrial trends and performance [2][3] - As products issued in 2020-2021 approach breakeven, a transition between old and new capital is expected, which will be crucial for the market's continuation [2][3] - The market is anticipated to maintain upward momentum, supported by a potential interest rate cut cycle and a recovery in manufacturing investment [4]

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights that the value gap in the market is rapidly being filled by a surge of incremental capital, indicating a strong bullish sentiment in the stock market [1]. Group 1: Market Performance - From early July to August 18, over 5,400 A-shares had a median increase of approximately 8.15%, while the CSI 300 ETF rose by 8.66%, ranking around 2,600 among A-shares. The ChiNext ETF saw a significant increase of 21.05%, ranking around 1,040, suggesting that holding the ChiNext ETF could outperform over 80% of A-shares [3]. - The current bull market is characterized by the substantial financial strength of investment institutions, which are actively establishing their presence in the A/H share market [4]. Group 2: Institutional Investment Dynamics - The article emphasizes the importance of tracking the movements of incremental capital, particularly from large institutional investors, as these trends can last for a year and a half, providing opportunities for retail investors to benefit [4]. - Understanding the investment preferences, styles, and specific targets of different institutional funds, such as public funds, private equity, and insurance capital, can help investors capitalize on the continuous influx of institutional capital [5].

Core Insights - The market is experiencing a significant shift in ETF fund preferences, with a notable net redemption of over 200 billion yuan in ETFs this year, excluding state-owned enterprises' increases [1] - Despite the overall market facing redemption pressures, the CSI 2000 Enhanced ETF (159552) has seen a remarkable net inflow of 1.154 billion yuan this year, with a share increase of over 5000%, making it the fastest-growing ETF in the market [1][9] Group 1: Market Dynamics - The recent market uptrend is primarily driven by three types of active funds: retail investors, leveraged funds, and private equity [2] - Retail investors have shown caution, with new A-share accounts in July remaining flat at 1.96 million, significantly lower than the levels seen in February and March [6] - Leveraged funds have seen a continuous net inflow since late June, with a cumulative scale exceeding 200 billion yuan, pushing the financing balance above 2 trillion yuan [5] Group 2: Retail Investor Behavior - Retail investors are exhibiting a "fear of heights" sentiment, leading to limited participation in the current market rally [6] - The net inflow of small retail funds has been marginal, with a recent weekly net inflow of 113.4 billion yuan, still below the average of 131.2 billion yuan seen in the first quarter [8] - There has been a significant redemption of ETFs, with a total net redemption exceeding 200 billion yuan this year, and a recent weekly outflow of 16.1 billion yuan, marking a new high for 2024 [8] Group 3: Enhanced ETF Performance - The CSI 2000 Enhanced ETF (159552) has achieved a year-to-date growth in scale, with a share increase of over 50 times, driven by its outstanding performance [9] - As of August 11, the ETF has recorded a one-year return of 111.83%, outperforming the benchmark index by 34.43% [9][12] - The ETF's ability to provide excess returns makes it an attractive option for investors seeking certainty amid market volatility [12] Group 4: Future Capital Inflows - Despite low retail participation, there is a broader trend of asset allocation towards equity markets, driven by a low-interest-rate environment [13] - There are indications of a shift in resident deposits, with a decrease of 1.1 trillion yuan in July, suggesting funds are moving towards capital markets [13][14] - Institutional funds, including foreign and insurance capital, are expected to continue flowing into the market, providing solid support [14][15]

Core Viewpoint - The analysis indicates that while A-shares have seen significant index increases and daily trading volumes exceeding 2 trillion, the influx of new retail investors remains moderate, with institutional investors, particularly private equity, being the primary drivers of market activity [2][6]. Group 1: Retail Investor Participation - Recent grassroots surveys show a mild increase in retail investor account openings, primarily among younger generations, but no significant surge in online account openings through platforms like Alipay [3][4]. - The current enthusiasm of retail investors is described as cautious, with a scoring system indicating a participation level of around 120 points, compared to much higher levels seen in previous market peaks [3][4]. - Data from East Wu Securities indicates that new retail investor accounts have not shown a concentrated influx, with July's new accounts at 1.96 million, similar to April's figures, suggesting a lack of aggressive market entry by retail investors [4][5]. Group 2: Institutional Investor Activity - Institutional investors have shown a marked increase in account openings, surpassing personal accounts, with private equity and high-net-worth individuals being particularly active [2][6]. - The number of new institutional accounts has reached historical highs, correlating positively with the issuance of equity funds, indicating a potential "institutional bull market" on the horizon [6][7]. - Recent data shows that leveraged funds have been actively entering the market, with an average daily inflow of 5.5 billion since July, and private equity positions have increased significantly [6][7]. Group 3: Foreign Investment Trends - Foreign investment in A-shares has been increasing, with global hedge funds buying Chinese stocks at a rapid pace, primarily driven by bullish sentiment [8][9]. - Korean investors have significantly increased their trading volume in Chinese stocks, with cumulative transactions reaching $5.514 billion by the end of July, surpassing the previous year's total [8][9]. - Despite the growing interest from foreign investors, there remains a divergence in investment strategies, with some institutions still cautious about diversifying into Chinese assets [8][9].

Group 1 - The A-share market sentiment has significantly improved, with various funds actively entering the market, indicating a shift of funds from bank deposits to equity markets [1] - As of July, new non-bank institution deposits reached 2.14 trillion yuan, an increase of 1.39 trillion yuan year-on-year, reflecting a trend of residents moving funds into financial products, funds, and stocks [1] - The report from the China Banking Wealth Management Registration and Custody Center shows that by the end of June, the balance of public fund allocations in wealth management products was 1.38 trillion yuan, accounting for 4.2% of total investment assets, an increase of 0.45 trillion yuan compared to the end of the first quarter [1] Group 2 - The CSI A500 index has a more balanced industry distribution compared to other broad-based indices, focusing on high-end manufacturing and technology growth sectors while reflecting China's core assets and new productive forces [2] - As a core index focusing on emerging industries, the CSI A500 significantly overweights sectors such as defense, pharmaceuticals, and electronics, while reducing the weight of traditional financial and consumer industries [2] - The CSI A500 index dynamically reflects the direction of China's economic transformation, making it suitable for capturing long-term growth opportunities in the A-share market [2]

Core Viewpoint - The A-share market is experiencing a strong upward trend, with significant increases in trading volume and a shift in market dynamics towards a more resilient and structurally sound growth pattern [1][2]. Group 1: Market Performance - The Shanghai Composite Index reached a peak of 3746.67 points on August 19, marking a new high in nearly a decade, with trading volumes exceeding 20 trillion yuan for five consecutive trading days [1]. - The current market differs fundamentally from the 2021 peak at 3700 points, characterized by changes in valuation structure, funding nature, and market ecology [1]. Group 2: Funding Dynamics - The current A-share rally is supported by diverse funding sources, including retail investors and quantitative strategies, moving away from the previous "institutional hugging" model [2]. - Insurance funds have been steadily entering the market, with a reported increase in stock and securities investment holdings reaching 360.4 billion yuan in Q1, a 92% increase year-on-year [2]. Group 3: Investor Behavior - Retail investor activity has surged, with a notable increase in new account openings and a return of margin trading, pushing the margin balance back above 2 trillion yuan [3]. - Foreign capital is also returning, with average daily trading volume of northbound funds rising to 202.4 billion yuan in July, a 36.3% increase from June [3]. Group 4: Market Outlook - Analysts predict a "gradual upward" trend in the market, supported by policy and funding, with three main characteristics: steady index growth, declining volatility, and a rotation of sectoral opportunities [4]. - The current market rally is underpinned by improving corporate earnings and ongoing reforms aimed at attracting long-term capital [4]. Group 5: Sector Focus - Analysts suggest focusing on sectors such as brokerage firms, AI industry chains, and undervalued consumer stocks as potential areas for investment [6]. - The overall market is expected to experience alternating hot spots, with a need for investors to be cautious of potential volatility and structural risks [6].