Investment Rating - The report maintains a positive outlook on the non-bank financial industry, indicating an "Overweight" rating for the sector [4]. Core Insights - The integration of brokerages under the Huijin system has commenced, with China International Capital Corporation (CICC) planning to merge with Dongxing Securities and Xinda Securities, potentially enhancing CICC's market position and asset base significantly [4]. - The insurance asset management sector has seen a year-on-year increase of 36% in stock allocation, with total managed funds reaching CNY 33.3 trillion, reflecting a robust growth trajectory [4]. - The report highlights three investment themes for brokerages: benefiting from improved competitive dynamics, focusing on firms with strong earnings elasticity, and targeting companies with strong international business capabilities [4]. Summary by Sections Market Review - The Shanghai Composite Index closed at 4,453.61, down 3.77% for the week, while the non-bank index fell 4.44% [7]. - The brokerage sector index decreased by 4.89%, underperforming the broader market [7]. Non-Bank Industry Data - As of the end of 2024, the total assets managed by 34 insurance asset management companies increased by 10.6% year-on-year to CNY 33.3 trillion, with a notable rise in stock allocations [4]. - The average daily trading volume in the stock market for November 2025 was CNY 19,739.55 billion, reflecting a slight decrease from the previous month [20]. Key Announcements - CICC is undergoing a significant asset restructuring, which is expected to enhance its competitive position in the market [34]. - The China Banking and Insurance Regulatory Commission has announced the inclusion of electronic savings bonds in personal pension products, effective June 2026, which may influence investment strategies in the insurance sector [21].