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Core Insights - The article focuses on the Asia Value & Moat Stocks research service, which targets value investors looking for significant discrepancies between stock prices and intrinsic values, particularly in the Asian market, with an emphasis on Hong Kong [1] Group 1: Investment Strategy - The service seeks deep value balance sheet bargains, such as net cash stocks, net-nets, low price-to-book (P/B) stocks, and sum-of-the-parts discounts [1] - It also emphasizes wide moat stocks, which are high-quality businesses with strong earnings power available at a discount, including "Magic Formula" stocks and hidden champions [1] Group 2: Research and Updates - The author provides a range of watch lists with monthly updates to assist investors in identifying potential investment opportunities [1]

Group 1 - Michael Wiggins De Oliveira is an inflection investor, focusing on buying undervalued companies at pivotal moments when their profitability is expected to improve significantly over the next year [1] - The investment strategy emphasizes technology and the Great Energy Transition, including uranium, with a concentrated portfolio of approximately 15 to 20 stocks and an average holding period of 18 months [1] - Michael has over 10 years of experience analyzing companies in tech and energy sectors, and has built a following of over 40,000 on Seeking Alpha [2] Group 2 - The Investing Group Deep Value Returns, led by Michael, offers insights through its concentrated portfolio of value stocks, timely updates on stock picks, and a weekly webinar for live advice [3] - The group provides "hand-holding" support for both new and experienced investors, fostering an active and kind community accessible via chat [3]

Project Overview - The project involves building a mini-ChatGPT application [1] - The application is powered by DeepSeek-R1 and operates 100% locally [1] Resource Sharing - The author shares tutorials and insights on DS (Data Science), ML (Machine Learning), LLMs (Large Language Models), and RAGs (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) daily [1] - The author encourages readers to reshare the content with their network if they find it insightful [1]

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the significant growth and investment opportunities in China's Science and Technology Innovation Board (STAR Market), particularly through the newly launched STAR Composite Index and its price index, which reflect the performance of hard technology companies in the market [1][2]. Group 1: Market Overview - Since its inception in 2019, the STAR Market has attracted 588 hard technology companies with a total market capitalization exceeding 8 trillion yuan, becoming a focal point for capital market investment [1]. - The proportion of public funds allocated to the STAR Market has reached a new high, indicating a strong trend towards investing in technology chains [1]. Group 2: STAR Composite Index - The STAR Composite Index, launched on January 20, 2025, aims to provide a comprehensive view of the STAR Market by including all eligible listed companies, thus reflecting the overall market performance [1][2]. - The index covers 570 samples, achieving a market capitalization coverage of 97% within the STAR Market, making it a strong representative of the market [3]. Group 3: Industry Distribution and Performance - The STAR Composite Index encompasses 16 primary industries, mirroring the overall industry distribution of the STAR Market, with a focus on semiconductor and high-end manufacturing sectors [4]. - The index has shown a return of over 14% since its base date, driven by policy effects and accelerated domestic substitution, indicating significant growth potential [5]. Group 4: Investment Products and Trends - The launch of the STAR Composite Index ETF has created a complete product chain covering various indices, with a total scale of 46.166 billion yuan, including 18 ETFs valued at approximately 18.5 billion yuan [6]. - The development of the STAR Composite Index and its price index aligns with China's push for technological innovation and capital market reform, positioning investors to benefit from the growth in hard technology sectors [6].

Core Insights - The article discusses the evolving landscape of AI companies and their distinct operational approaches compared to traditional SaaS firms, emphasizing the challenges and opportunities in building sustainable AI businesses [3][4][6]. Group 1: AI Company Dynamics - AI has become a strategic priority for nearly all enterprises, with OpenAI reporting that 10% of global systems are now using their products [3]. - AI companies are adapting to market demands by focusing on product reliability and understanding the unique contexts of their clients, which is crucial for successful implementation [5][6]. Group 2: Product Development Challenges - Creating impressive AI demos is easy, but delivering functional products that work in real-world scenarios is significantly more challenging due to unpredictable user behavior and messy data [4][5]. - The gap between AI product demos and actual products has widened, highlighting the complexities involved in deploying AI solutions in enterprise environments [4][5]. Group 3: Market Growth and Trends - AI companies are experiencing rapid growth, with some achieving over 10x year-over-year growth rates, driven by a shift in enterprise purchasing behavior and dedicated AI budgets [10][11]. - The cost of creating AI solutions has dramatically decreased, enabling a surge in new applications and tools that were previously economically unfeasible [12][13]. Group 4: Competitive Landscape - Speed and momentum are critical for AI companies to establish themselves as trusted vendors in a crowded market, allowing them to capture significant market share before competitors can react [14][15]. - Building a sustainable AI business requires establishing a "moat" through deep integration with client systems, creating workflow lock-in, and fostering strong customer relationships [17][18][20]. Group 5: Strategic Recommendations - Companies should aim to become a single source of truth (SoR) for their clients, capturing critical data and building workflows that enhance long-term value [17]. - Establishing deep vertical integrations and maintaining strong client relationships are essential strategies for AI companies to thrive in a competitive environment [19][20].

2025年已过半，年内A股市场主要指数多数上涨，同时也诞生了不少股价翻倍的股票，吸引了一众投资 者的目光。 统计数据显示，今年上半年A股市场合计共有逾百只股票股价翻倍，广泛分布于各个上市板及多个行 业，但这些股票普遍也有一些相同的特点，比如多数市值规模相对较小，市值不足百亿元的公司占比近 七成。另外，相关股票普遍还具有一些热门概念，甚至是当下最时髦或最热门的概念，比如数字货币、 创新药、DeepSeek、重组、具身智能、人形机器人、体外诊断等概念。 对于这些具有热门概念或身处热门赛道的股票成为年内翻倍股的原因，市场普遍认为这些亮点给相关公 司的业务发展和经营业绩带来巨大想象空间，并有可能变成现实，成为支撑其股价大幅走强的基础。 不过，笔者梳理发现，上述逾百只年内翻倍股中，约三成股票今年一季度营业收入同比下滑，约两成股 票去年全年和今年一季度营业收入连续同比下滑，相关股票连续下滑的业绩与翻倍的股价形成了巨大的 反差。这个现象也提醒投资者，不少翻倍股背后的基本面可能并不扎实，上涨过程中的炒作成分可能极 大。 在证券市场中，身处其中的投资者往往会因一些热门的事物产生乐观情绪，甚至可能极度乐观，从而盲 目跟风进行投资 ...

Market Overview - The three major A-share indices showed mixed results, with the Shanghai Composite Index rising by 0.32%, while the Shenzhen Component Index and the ChiNext Index fell by 0.25% and 0.36% respectively. The North Star 50 Index dropped by 1.88% [1] - The total market turnover reached 1,454.5 billion yuan, an increase of 121.0 billion yuan compared to the previous day, with over 4,100 stocks declining [1] Sector Performance - The banking sector saw collective gains, with several banks like CITIC Bank, SPD Bank, and Shanghai Bank reaching historical highs [1] - The innovative drug sector remained active, with stocks like Guangsheng Tang hitting the daily limit for two consecutive days, and Saili Medical achieving four consecutive limit-ups [1] - The cross-border payment sector performed positively, with stocks such as Xinyada and Jingbeifang hitting the daily limit [1] - The solid-state battery sector experienced a significant downturn, with Xinyu Ren falling by 10%, and stocks like Huasheng Lithium and Jinyinhai also showing notable declines [1] - The wind power equipment sector was sluggish, with Jixin Technology hitting the daily limit down, followed by declines in stocks like Dajin Heavy Industry and Taisheng Wind Energy [1] - The non-ferrous metals sector continued to decline in the afternoon, with Jingyi Co. hitting the daily limit down, and stocks like Beifang Copper and Guangsheng Nonferrous showing significant drops [1] Notable Stocks - Stocks with notable performance included: - Four consecutive limit-ups: Liu Steel Co. and Saili Medical [2] - Three consecutive limit-ups: Yamaton [3] - Two consecutive limit-ups: Jin'an Guoji, Jin Yi Culture, Guangsheng Tang, and others [3] Hot Sectors - The DeepSeek concept led the hot sectors with seven stocks hitting the daily limit, including Saili Medical and Jin Yi Culture [4] - The artificial intelligence sector also saw seven stocks hitting the daily limit, with Saili Medical and Jingbeifang as representatives [5] - The Western Development sector had seven stocks hitting the daily limit, with Liu Steel Co. and Weixin Kang as key representatives [6] Game Industry Insights - The gaming sector is experiencing growth, with a record high in game license approvals in June, totaling 147 approvals, an increase of 17 from May, marking the peak for the year [9] Cross-Border Payment Developments - The People's Bank of China announced the establishment of a RMB clearing bank in Turkey, which will enhance the efficiency and scale of RMB usage in Turkey [10] Innovative Drug Sector Developments - CITIC Securities noted that China's innovative drug development has achieved significant progress, and the recent measures will further support high-quality development in this sector [12]

Market Overview - The three major A-share indices rose collectively in the morning session, with the Shanghai Composite Index up by 0.41%, the Shenzhen Component Index up by 0.05%, and the ChiNext Index up by 0.18%. The North Star 50 Index fell by 1.08%. The total market turnover reached 878.7 billion yuan, an increase of 72.3 billion yuan compared to the previous day, with over 1,400 stocks rising [1]. Sector Performance - The gaming, cross-border payment, brain-computer interface, banking, electricity, and paper-making sectors saw the largest gains, while solid-state battery, non-ferrous metals, and offshore engineering equipment sectors experienced the largest declines. Notably, gaming stocks surged, with Giant Network hitting the daily limit and Ice Glacier Network rising over 10%. The banking sector showed a strong upward trend, with several banks, including Shanghai Pudong Development Bank and Beijing Bank, reaching new highs. The cross-border payment sector also saw significant gains, with Beijing North's stock hitting the daily limit and several others performing well. The steel sector was active, with Liugang Co. achieving four consecutive limits and Linggang Co. hitting the daily limit. Conversely, solid-state battery concept stocks mostly declined, with significant drops in Xinyu Ren and Keheng Co. The offshore engineering equipment sector collectively adjusted, with Deepwater Haina and Jixin Technology leading the declines [2]. Notable Stocks - Stocks with notable performance included: - Four consecutive limits: Liugang Co., Seer Medical [3] - Three consecutive limits: Yamaton [4] - Two consecutive limits: Jin'an Guoji, Jin Yi Culture, Huayin Electric Power, Weixin Kang, and Forest Packaging [4]. Hot Sectors - The strongest sectors included: - DeepSeek concept, with 9 stocks hitting the daily limit and 2 stocks with consecutive limits, including Seer Medical and Jin Yi Culture [5]. - Blockchain, with 8 stocks hitting the daily limit and 1 stock with consecutive limits, represented by Jin Yi Culture and Desheng Technology [6]. - Artificial Intelligence, with 8 stocks hitting the daily limit and 1 stock with consecutive limits, represented by Seer Medical and Desheng Technology [7]. Industry Insights - In the gaming sector, the number of game approvals reached a new high in June, with 147 games approved, an increase of 17 from May, bringing the total to 757 for the year [10]. - In the cross-border payment sector, the People's Bank of China announced the establishment of a RMB clearing bank in Turkey, which will enhance the efficiency and scale of RMB usage in Turkey [11]. - In the medical device sector, the National Medical Products Administration released measures to support the innovation of high-end medical devices, including optimizing special approval processes and enhancing post-market supervision [13].

TMC The Metals Company (TMC 11.05%) stock posted another day of strong gains in Thursday's trading. The deep sea mining company's share price was up 11.4% in the daily session. Meanwhile, the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite climbed 0.8% and 1%, respectively.TMC stock enjoyed a bullish market backdrop today as the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite both went on to set new record highs. While there wasn't any business-specific news pushing the company's share price higher, a stronger-than-expected June jobs report and ...