Core Insights - The report from CITIC Securities highlights that the singularity of the multimodal industry lies in the understanding end rather than the generation end, indicating a shift in mainstream models from "modular" to "native multimodal" architectures [1] - This transition raises the bar for building foundational models, allowing full-stack giants like OpenAI and Google to create vertically integrated ecological closed loops [1] - It also opens up commercial value in specific scenarios for companies focused on vertical applications and technology empowerment, leading to a diversification of applications [1] Infrastructure Layer - The report suggests focusing on the relevant segments of the inference computing power industry chain as part of the infrastructure layer [1] Application Layer - In the context of the native multimodal trend, the report recommends paying attention to opportunities in vertical applications and technology empowerment [1]