Group 1: Market Outlook - External negative factors are improving faster than expected, suggesting the market may reach new heights in the second half of the year[2] - The Hang Seng Index has the potential to break resistance levels with only a risk sentiment adjustment needed[3] - The third round of the Hong Kong stock market rally may start earlier than previously anticipated, driven by the Hang Seng Technology Index[12] Group 2: Investment Strategy - Focus on sectors with improving sentiment and low valuations, such as e-commerce and local services, which are showing signs of stabilization[3] - The technology sector is at the intersection of recovery and low valuation, making it suitable for institutional investors to "buy low"[3] - The coal, cement, and cyclical goods sectors may accelerate their recovery due to the "anti-involution" policy[3] Group 3: Capital Flow and Valuation - Southbound trading accounts for 40% of the turnover, indicating a shift in the importance of foreign capital in the Hong Kong market[5] - The AH premium is expected to decrease to around 26% or lower, driven by a weaker dollar and market dynamics[6] - Corporate earnings are improving, with the MSCI China Index's EPS expected to rise for the third consecutive year in 2025[7] Group 4: Long-term Investment Themes - Two long-term investment themes are highlighted: large financials and technology, which are seen as core assets for differentiated allocation in the Hong Kong market[7] - The Hong Kong capital market is undergoing profound changes, with policies supporting its status as an international financial center[7]

Group 1 - The article highlights the recent surge in A-share market sentiment, particularly driven by the announcement of the "super hydropower project" and the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology's ten industry growth stabilization plans [1][2][3] - A significant increase in trading activity is noted, with major industry ETFs, especially in the construction materials sector, experiencing substantial gains, including three construction material ETFs hitting the daily limit [1][2][3] - The overall market sentiment is described as highly optimistic, with a tendency for rapid price increases in response to positive news [3][4] Group 2 - The article discusses the recent performance of the A-share market, noting that the Shanghai Composite Index has surpassed 5500 points, indicating a strong upward trend [6][8] - It emphasizes that while the market is experiencing a bullish phase, it does not advocate for a full-blown bull market, instead suggesting a focus on structural opportunities in a low-interest-rate environment [8][9] - The article mentions that the national team (state-owned investment entities) did not sell any of their holdings during the second quarter, indicating confidence in the market [12][14] Group 3 - The article points out that the AH premium has reached a five-year low, suggesting a potential shift in market dynamics between mainland and Hong Kong stocks [17][18] - It connects the outflow from broad-based ETFs to increased net buying in Hong Kong stocks, indicating a strategic shift among institutional investors [21][22] - The article reiterates that low interest rates are a fundamental driver of both stock market performance and bond market stability [23]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Positive" investment rating for the brokerage sector [10] Core Viewpoints - The report emphasizes three main reasons for the positive outlook on brokerages: 1) The financial sector is currently lagging, with a high safety margin in valuations; 2) Upcoming mid-year reports are expected to show continued high growth in performance; 3) The absolute value of AH premium remains high, with ongoing valuation recovery in H-shares [2][5] Summary by Relevant Sections Reason 1: Financial Sector Lagging with High Valuation Safety Margin - Since the beginning of 2025, brokerages have underperformed the market, with a cumulative increase of only 0.1% compared to a 3.0 percentage point underperformance against the CSI 300 index. Within the financial sector, brokerages lag behind insurance, diversified finance, and banks by 10.1, 11.3, and 20.0 percentage points respectively. However, since June, the sector has shown positive excess returns against the CSI 300 [6][17] - As of July 18, 2025, the price-to-book (PB) ratio for the industry is approximately 1.50, which is around the 40th percentile of the relative valuation range since 2016, indicating a high safety margin [22][23] Reason 2: Upcoming Mid-Year Reports Expected to Show Continued High Growth - The market has maintained high trading activity, with an average daily trading volume of 1,390.2 billion yuan from January to June 2025, representing a year-on-year increase of 61.1%. The A-share IPO, refinancing, and bond underwriting scales for the same period are 37.4 billion yuan, 697.7 billion yuan, and 45 trillion yuan, showing year-on-year increases of 15.0%, 613.5%, and 16.6% respectively [7][30] - Among 31 brokerages that have disclosed performance forecasts, all expect a net profit growth rate of over 40%, with two companies projecting over 1000% growth [38] Reason 3: High Absolute Value of AH Premium and H-share Valuation Recovery - As of July 18, 2025, the AH premium for the brokerage sector stands at 68.1%, with the average AH premium for the entire industry at 62.0%. Notably, Citic Securities, Guolian Minsheng, and CICC maintain AH premiums above 100% [8][45] - The report highlights that the current AH premium levels for brokerages are historically high, with specific companies like Citic Securities at 133.8%, Guolian Minsheng at 118.0%, and CICC at 104.5% [48]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint is that the continuous depreciation of the US dollar will reshape the premium relationship between A-shares and H-shares, creating differentiated investment opportunities for investors [1] - UBS predicts that a 10% decline in the DXY dollar index could lead to a 9% excess return for emerging markets, benefiting A-shares as part of this market [1][5] - The report indicates that the AH premium has a high positive correlation of 0.83 with the dollar index over the past 15 years, suggesting that H-shares may outperform A-shares in a weak dollar environment [1][13][15] Group 2 - UBS forecasts that the US dollar will continue to weaken until 2025, citing structural reasons such as the expansion of US external debt from 9% of GDP in 2005 to 88% currently [2] - The report highlights that the phenomenon of "overholding" the dollar, where the US accounts for only 16% of global trade but the dollar constitutes 58% of global foreign exchange reserves, could lead to significant dollar sell-offs [2] - The report also notes that the historical data shows that when the RMB appreciates against the dollar, the CSI 300 index typically rises, providing support for A-shares in a weak dollar environment [9] Group 3 - The report emphasizes that the weak dollar is a positive factor for global stock markets, with emerging markets likely being the biggest winners [5] - It is noted that foreign investors held 2.97 trillion RMB in A-shares as of the end of Q1 2025, accounting for only 3.4% of the total market capitalization [10] - Industries with high exposure to dollar-denominated debt, such as home appliances, transportation, non-ferrous metals, and electronics, are expected to benefit more from the dollar's weakness [12] Group 4 - The report indicates that the AH premium may remain at mid-term low levels in the second half of 2025 unless there is a significant liquidity improvement in the A-share market [18] - In the first half of 2025, net inflows from southbound funds reached 684.2 billion RMB, primarily flowing into Chinese internet giants, innovative pharmaceuticals, and new consumption sectors, marking a 101% year-on-year increase [16] - The report suggests that H-shares may offer better investment opportunities in a weak dollar and globally loose liquidity environment, particularly in sectors benefiting from southbound fund inflows [18]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Positive" investment rating for the securities industry [7]. Core Insights - Since 2025, the Hong Kong stock market has performed strongly, leading to a decline in the AH premium index, which has dropped by 11.6% year-to-date as of July 11, 2025 [5][10]. - The average AH premium across all A+H listed companies is currently 65.1%, with the non-bank financial sector at 79.0% [10][15]. - The top five industries with the highest AH premiums are: 1. Paper and Packaging: 191.9% 2. Chemicals: 146.0% 3. Automotive and Parts: 120.9% 4. Business Services: 92.5% 5. Oil and Petrochemicals: 90.5% [10][15]. Summary by Sections Current AH Premium Situation - As of July 11, 2025, there are 160 A+H listed companies, with the financial sector comprising 22.5% of the total number and 48.0% of the total market capitalization [10]. - The securities sector has an average AH premium of 74.7%, with notable companies like CITIC Securities at 18.3% and Huatai Securities at 23.9% [10][17]. Price Elasticity and Drawdown - The report analyzes the maximum price increase and current drawdown for A+H listed securities since the "924" period, highlighting that: - China Merchants Securities (H) has a maximum increase of 329.5% with a drawdown of -39.4% - CITIC Securities (H) has a maximum increase of 154.5% with a drawdown of -11.4% [10][18]. Company-Specific Performance - The report details the AH premium and related performance for specific companies, such as: - CITIC Jiantou: AH premium of 137.5% - Guolian Minsheng: AH premium of 128.1% - CICC: AH premium of 109.1% [10][17]. Market Comparison - The report includes a market performance comparison over the past 12 months, indicating that the securities industry has outperformed the CSI 300 index [8].

Market Performance - The equity market continues to perform well, with A-shares and H-shares showing resilience despite global risk factors such as increased tariffs from the U.S. [1][2] - The recent high risk appetite and capital-driven logic in the equity market is evident, with significant net buying in margin trading and high average positions in private equity [3] Capital Flow and Investment Trends - Margin trading has seen net buying for 14 out of the last 15 trading days, reaching new highs since the tariff announcement [3] - Private equity positions have increased, with the average stock position exceeding 77%, marking a two-year high [3] - The robotics sector has seen a surge in interest, particularly after contracts were awarded to companies like Yushutech and Zhiyuan Robotics, leading to significant gains in related ETFs [3] Foreign Investment Dynamics - Northbound capital, previously considered "smart money," has shown a mixed trend, with total market value held by foreign investors increasing but with structural adjustments in stock holdings [9][12] - The total market value of Northbound funds reached 2.29 trillion, with an increase of 871 billion compared to the end of 2024 [9] - The performance of Northbound funds suggests a "lying flat" state in terms of total A-share investment exposure, despite some structural adjustments in holdings [12] Sector Performance - Key sectors benefiting from foreign investment include electric vehicle manufacturers and mining companies, particularly those involved in lithium and copper [15] - Conversely, sectors like liquor and consumer goods have seen significant reductions in foreign holdings, indicating a shift in investment focus [16] Financial Sector Insights - The financial sector, particularly large banks, has faced selling pressure from foreign investors, which aligns with the buying activity in Hong Kong stocks [17] - The performance of A+H listed companies shows that Hong Kong shares have generally outperformed their A-share counterparts, leading to a compression of the A-H premium [20] Earnings Outlook - The upcoming earnings season is expected to reveal significant sectoral disparities, with strong performance anticipated in sectors like brokerage and gold mining, while sectors like liquor and solar energy may face challenges [30][32][36]

Core Viewpoint - The Hong Kong IPO market is experiencing a surge in activity, driven by the "A+H" listing model, with significant contributions from large A-share companies seeking to raise capital in Hong Kong [1][10]. Group 1: IPO Market Dynamics - Bluefin Technology's IPO on July 9, 2023, raised HKD 54.83 billion, marking it as the largest financing project for Hong Kong IPOs in 2025 [1]. - The first half of the year saw the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX) achieve a financing scale of HKD 880 billion, reclaiming its position as the top global IPO market [1]. - The trend of A-share companies listing in Hong Kong is expected to continue, with 180 A-share companies currently in line for H-share listings [10][11]. Group 2: Bluefin Technology's H-Share Listing - Bluefin Technology's H-share IPO is notable for being the first independent underwriting project in Hong Kong with a market value exceeding HKD 1 billion in nearly two decades [2]. - The company aims to use the raised funds primarily to enhance its overseas business presence, particularly in Southeast Asia and North America [5]. - The rapid process of Bluefin's H-share listing took only 100 days from application to completion, showcasing the efficiency of the HKEX [2]. Group 3: Market Trends and Investor Sentiment - The "A+H" listing model is becoming increasingly popular among A-share companies, driven by the need to attract global capital and enhance brand influence [10][11]. - The valuation disparity between A-shares and H-shares is prompting companies to choose the Hong Kong market for its higher valuation potential [8][9]. - The influx of foreign capital into the Hong Kong market is improving liquidity and driving up valuations, creating a positive feedback loop for companies considering H-share listings [9].

Group 1 - Five companies listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on July 9, marking a significant event not seen since December 30, 2022 [2] - The companies involved are Lens Technology, Geek+, Fortior Technology, Xunzhong Communication, and Dazhong Oral [2] - Dazhong Oral saw a peak increase of nearly 35%, while Fortior Technology peaked at nearly 20%, closing up 15.25% and 14.11% respectively [2][3] Group 2 - The number of IPOs and the amount of funds raised in Hong Kong this month have already exceeded 50% of last month's totals, with 8 companies raising 16.851 billion HKD [5] - In June, 15 companies raised 27.868 billion HKD, indicating a strong upward trend in the IPO market [5] - The Hong Kong market is experiencing a positive momentum, with the Hang Seng Index rising 20% in the first half of 2025, marking the largest increase in points for the first half of the year [5] Group 3 - The first-day IPO performance shows a significant reduction in the rate of stocks breaking below their issue price, indicating a strong profit potential for investors [7] - New listings have added growth and attractiveness to the Hong Kong market, with notable stocks like Pop Mart and others experiencing substantial price increases [7] - The premium index for A-shares and H-shares has been declining, suggesting a shift in market dynamics [8]

Group 1 - The article highlights the strong performance of the Hong Kong stock market compared to the A-share market, leading to a narrowing of the AH premium, which currently stands below 130 points [3][5] - The Hong Kong Dividend ETF (513820) has shown significant gains, with bank stocks rebounding strongly, particularly Minsheng Bank which rose over 5%, and coal stocks also performing well, with Yancoal Australia increasing by over 4% [4][5] - The article discusses the impact of US dollar liquidity on the AH premium, indicating that while the premium appears low since 2022, it is influenced by high overseas interest rates and a strong dollar index [5] Group 2 - The article notes that the Hong Kong Dividend sector currently has a high AH premium, making it an attractive investment option, with an average premium of 40.96% for 18 constituent stocks listed in both markets [5][10] - The Hong Kong Dividend ETF (513820) has consistently paid dividends for 12 months, with a total cash dividend exceeding 1 trillion HKD in 2024, averaging 33.866 billion HKD per distribution, leading the Hong Kong dividend index [10] - The article emphasizes the importance of dividend levels and frequency in selecting dividend assets, highlighting the ETF's strong performance in this regard [10]

Group 1: Macro Insights - The central government is actively increasing spending to expand domestic demand and ensure people's livelihoods, with a notable divergence in spending growth between central and local levels [3] - The macro policy is expected to maintain a positive direction in the second half of the year, with potential marginal increases in support [3] Group 2: Market Strategy - Recent stock index adjustments appear to be a normal risk release due to structural trading congestion, with China's stability and gradual upward trend remaining crucial for the stock market [5] - The focus remains on financial, growth, and certain cyclical sectors as key investment areas [5] Group 3: Overseas Strategy - The AH premium is expected to trend downward due to the narrowing liquidity gap and the influx of quality assets from A-shares into Hong Kong stocks [7][9] - Historical correlations show that Hong Kong stocks have become more aligned with A-shares, while previously being more influenced by U.S. stocks [11] Group 4: Fixed Income - The strategy for investing in science and technology bonds ETF involves focusing on the transmission mechanism of corporate bonds and exploring opportunities in the primary market [13] Group 5: Retail and Services - The duty-free industry is showing signs of recovery, with a significant reduction in sales decline and a strong rebound in average transaction value, indicating a new window for investment [15] Group 6: Materials - The lithium market is maintaining supply resilience despite ongoing price pressures, with a notable slowdown in production expansion from Australian mines and stable operations in South American salt lakes [17]