Group 1 - The core viewpoint is that the biggest expected divergence in 2026 will stem from the balance between external and internal demand, with a trend towards "taxing" external demand and subsidizing internal demand [1] - The market is expected to have a higher probability of a震荡向上的趋势 after the beginning of the year in a rising sentiment environment [1] - In the medium term, the focus is on sectors with relatively low heat and concentrated positions, but with increasing attention and catalysts, as well as potential long-term improvements in ROE, such as chemicals, engineering machinery, electric equipment, and new energy [1] Group 2 - New industrial themes, such as commercial aerospace, may continue to evolve and present opportunities [1] - There is a heightened focus on the policy logic changes triggered by the continuous appreciation of the RMB, with brokerage firms and insurance companies being considered as strategic choices from this perspective [1]

Core Viewpoint - The report from CITIC Securities indicates that factors driving the appreciation of the RMB are increasing, leading to a growing market focus on asset allocation in a continuously appreciating RMB environment [1] Group 1: Industry Configuration - In the context of ongoing RMB appreciation, three driving factors for industry configuration are identified: short-term muscle memory, profit margin changes, and policy changes [2] - Approximately 19% of industries are expected to see profit margin improvements due to RMB appreciation, which will attract investor attention [1] Group 2: Beneficial Industries - Beneficial industries from RMB appreciation can be categorized into four main groups: 1. Upstream resources and raw materials, including steel, non-ferrous metals, petrochemicals, basic chemicals, building materials, and semiconductor materials [2] 2. Domestic consumer goods, primarily in agriculture, light manufacturing, and consumer electronics [2] 3. Service-related sectors, such as utilities, transportation, retail (import-based cross-border e-commerce), and social services [2] 4. Manufacturing equipment, mainly in machinery and semiconductor equipment [2]

Core Viewpoint - The report from CITIC Securities indicates that factors driving the appreciation of the RMB are increasing, leading to heightened market attention. Investors need to gradually adapt their asset allocation strategies in a continuously appreciating RMB environment [1] Group 1: RMB Appreciation Impact - Over the past 20 years, there have been seven cycles of RMB appreciation, and exchange rates are not the decisive factor in industry allocation decisions [1] - Certain industries may perform better during the initial phase of sustained appreciation expectations, suggesting that the market may replicate this "muscle memory" [1] - Approximately 19% of industries are expected to see profit margin improvements due to RMB appreciation, making these sectors increasingly attractive to investors [1] Group 2: Policy Responses and Industry Allocation - Policy responses aimed at curbing rapid unilateral appreciation trends are considered more significant in influencing industry allocation than the appreciation itself [1] - In the context of ongoing RMB appreciation, three key themes for industry allocation are identified: short-term muscle memory-driven performance, profit margin changes, and policy changes [1]