Core Insights - The A-share market has seen continuous rotation of hot sectors this year, with some thematic funds achieving notable performance while others have opted for diversified industry selection to mitigate risks and enhance resilience [1][2][4] - Thematic funds tend to attract significant follow-on capital during market upswings, but they may experience substantial drawdowns when the market turns against them, highlighting the importance of risk management and asset allocation [1][4] Thematic Investment Performance - In the first quarter, funds focusing on humanoid robots performed exceptionally well, with the Penghua Carbon Neutrality Theme A fund ranking as the top-performing active equity fund [1] - By the second quarter, the pharmaceutical sector surged, with several pharmaceutical-themed funds, such as Great Wall Pharmaceutical Industry Select A and Bank of China Hong Kong Stock Connect Pharmaceutical A, achieving top rankings [2] Diversified Investment Strategies - Funds like GF Growth Navigator A have maintained a balanced and diversified investment approach, covering multiple sectors including new consumption, automotive, and pharmaceuticals, which has contributed to their strong performance [2][3] - The Noan Multi-Strategy A fund reported a 23.98% increase in the second quarter, emphasizing a balanced investment strategy across various industries such as agriculture, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and machinery [3] Risk Management and Structural Building - Concentrated investments in a single sector can yield quick returns but may also lead to rapid declines, as seen with the Penghua Carbon Neutrality Theme A fund, which had a 60.26% return in the first quarter but disappeared from the top rankings by mid-year [3] - Funds that employ a full-market selection strategy, like GF Growth Navigator, have shown better stability, with a year-to-date return of 68.29% [3][4] - Morningstar (China) emphasizes that funds with high concentration often exhibit greater volatility and investor return disparities, advising that effective risk management and diversified asset allocation are crucial for long-term success [4]