Market Overview - The A-share market experienced a slight decline last Friday, with the Shanghai Composite Index down by 0.37%, the Shenzhen Component Index down by 0.17%, and the ChiNext Index down by 0.24% [1] - The total trading volume in the Shanghai and Shenzhen markets was 1.60 trillion yuan, a decrease of 337.7 billion yuan compared to the previous trading day [1] Analyst Insights - CITIC Securities predicts a phase of market consolidation due to profit-taking pressures and changes in expectations following recent political meetings and PMI data [2] - The firm notes that global monetary easing and a favorable funding environment for A-shares remain unchanged, maintaining bullish market expectations [2] - Key sectors to watch include semiconductors, AI applications, humanoid robots, innovative pharmaceuticals, non-ferrous metals, defense and military industry, transportation, and non-bank financials [2] Growth Opportunities - CICC highlights the potential for strong comprehensive leaders and high-growth niche leaders in the context of the service consumption sector, especially as the market anticipates policy support [3] - The firm observes that companies with inherent growth momentum are outperforming in stock price, leading to relatively higher valuation levels [3] - Looking ahead to the second half of 2025, CICC remains optimistic about growth opportunities for companies with strong internal capabilities and those in high-growth segments [3]