Market Overview - In the first half of 2025, the A-share market showed a differentiated pattern amidst internal and external disturbances, with the total A-share index rising by 5.83% [2][3]. - Small-cap stocks significantly outperformed, with the North Securities 50 index increasing by 39.45% and the Micro Index by 36.41% [2]. Industry Performance - The non-ferrous metals sector led the industry gains with an 18.12% increase, followed by banking at 13.10% and national defense and military industry at 12.99% [5]. - The AI industry chain experienced a resonance due to breakthroughs in DeepSeek technology, with high-dividend sectors like banking and technology growth sectors forming the core market lines [5]. Future Outlook - The focus for the second half of 2025 will be on three main lines: technology self-sufficiency, new consumption, and supply-side clearing [8][20]. - The technology self-sufficiency line is driven by external pressures, such as tariffs and technology blockades, which are pushing domestic industries to upgrade [8]. - The new consumption line is characterized by the rise of Generation Z, shifting consumer focus from product price to experience [13][16]. - Supply-side clearing is seen as crucial for economic recovery, with sectors like industrial metals, lithium batteries, and innovative pharmaceuticals expected to benefit [20]. Key Trends - In the AI and semiconductor sectors, the commercial application of AI models is driving demand for computing power, benefiting domestic GPU and server supply chains [12]. - The new energy sector is witnessing rapid advancements in technologies like TOPCon batteries and 800V electric drive systems, leading to improved profitability for leading companies [12]. - Generation Z's consumption behavior is marked by a focus on emotional value, with trends such as experiential services and the rise of domestic brands gaining traction [18].