Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly state an investment rating for the industry Core Insights - Lithium battery material prices continue to rise, with the average price of domestic lithium hexafluorophosphate reaching 121,500 CNY per ton, a 13.02% increase month-on-month [1] - Tinci Materials has signed long-term electrolyte supply agreements with two major battery manufacturers, with an expected total supply of nearly 1.6 million tons of electrolyte products from 2026 to 2028 [1] - The report recommends several companies in the electric vehicle sector, including Zhuhai Guanyu, Shangtai Technology, and others, while suggesting to pay attention to companies in the PCB and solid-state battery sectors [1][2] Summary by Sections Electric Power Equipment - The National Energy Administration has released guidelines for the integration of coal and new energy, with the fifth batch of State Grid bidding for transmission and transformation equipment amounting to 10.559 billion CNY, with over 67% of the bids for combination electrical appliances, transformers, and power cables [2] - Recommended companies in the electric power equipment sector include Dongfang Electric, Siyi Electric, and others, with a focus on controllable nuclear fusion technologies [2] Energy Storage - The average price of 4-hour energy storage systems rose to 0.52 CNY/Wh in October, with a total of 10GW/29.4GWh of energy storage systems and equipment completed in the domestic market [2] - Recommended companies in the energy storage sector include Yiwei Lithium Energy, Sungrow Power, and others [2] Wind Power - The government of Yancheng plans to develop 35.83GW of wind power, with a focus on deep-sea wind projects [3][61] - Recommended companies in the wind power sector include Goldwind Technology, Zhongtian Technology, and others [3] Photovoltaic Industry - November saw a decrease in photovoltaic module production, which may lead to a rebound in prices as companies look to restore profit levels [3][52] - Recommended companies in the photovoltaic sector include GCL-Poly, Tongwei, and others [3] AI and Industry Applications - iFlytek has launched the "Spark Industry Analyst," shifting its AI strategy from general models to industry-specific applications, enhancing decision-making capabilities in various sectors [3][65] - The State Council has issued opinions on accelerating scene cultivation and promoting large-scale applications of new scenarios, with AI being a core driver [3][67]

Investment Rating - The industry rating is "Outperform the Market" indicating that the overall return of the industry is expected to exceed the market benchmark index by more than 5% in the next 6 months [57]. Core Insights - The report emphasizes the importance of national security and the goals set for the military by the 20th Central Committee, highlighting the need for modernization in defense and military capabilities [41][42]. - The report identifies significant growth opportunities in emerging industries such as aerospace, new energy, and low-altitude economy, which are expected to drive economic growth over the next decade [41][42]. - The military industry is anticipated to experience strong demand recovery from 2025 to 2026, supported by various catalysts including the "14th Five-Year Plan" and the "100-Year Military Goal" [42]. Summary by Sections 1. Industry Performance Review - The military industry index (801740) increased by 2.81% from October 20 to October 24, while the CSI 300 index rose by 3.24%, resulting in an underperformance of 0.43 percentage points [15][17]. - Since the beginning of 2025, the military index has risen by 16.47%, compared to an 18.44% increase in the CSI 300 index, indicating a relative underperformance of 1.98 percentage points [17]. 2. Market and Valuation - As of October 24, the military industry index has a TTM price-to-earnings ratio of 74.63, placing it in the 96.86 percentile, suggesting a high valuation relative to historical levels [42][27]. - The report notes a slight net outflow of passive funds, with expectations of a recovery in demand leading to a positive outlook for future fund inflows [42][27]. 3. Key Investment Opportunities - The report suggests focusing on specific companies within various segments of the military industry, including land equipment, stealth materials, deep-sea technology, engines, unmanned systems, AI, and nuclear fusion [44]. - Notable companies to watch include Tianqin Equipment, Gaode Infrared, and Aerospace Technology among others [44]. 4. Important News and Announcements - The report highlights recent successful launches in the aerospace sector, including the successful deployment of satellites by the Li Jian No. 1 rocket [45]. - It also discusses advancements in nuclear fusion technology and the establishment of new policies to support the low-altitude economy [46][49].