Core Insights - The report highlights the initiation of the "Spring Surge" market trend, emphasizing that technology, particularly AI computing hardware, is leading the charge [2][4] - The report indicates that regulatory changes are allowing for a moderate opening of capital space and leverage limits in the securities industry, which is expected to catalyze the "Spring Surge" [4] - The demand for AI computing hardware, especially optical modules, is projected to drive market growth, with significant price increases anticipated for optical chips by 2026 due to supply shortages [5][9] Regulatory Environment - The China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) is focusing on differentiated supervision, aiming to support high-quality institutions by easing certain restrictions, which is expected to enhance capital efficiency [4] - Recent adjustments to risk factors for insurance companies' holdings in specific indices are expected to encourage new capital inflows into the market [4] Market Performance - On December 8, 2025, the communication and electronics sectors led the market with gains of 4.67% and 2.51%, respectively, while the optical module index surged by 9.28% [4] - The report notes that the performance of growth-oriented sectors is typically favored during the "Spring Surge" [4] AI Hardware and Optical Modules - Google's recent upgrade of its AI model, Gemini 3, is expected to boost market expectations, particularly for Tensor Processing Units (TPUs), which are anticipated to see increased production by 2026-2027 [5][10] - The optical communication chip market is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 17% from 2025 to 2030, with total sales expected to rise from approximately $3.5 billion in 2024 to over $11 billion by 2030 [9] Investment Opportunities - The report suggests focusing on the TPU supply chain, particularly companies involved in optical modules, printed circuit boards (PCBs), optical circuit switches (OCS), and fiber optic suppliers, as these sectors are expected to benefit from technological advancements and increased demand [10] - Key stocks in the TPU supply chain have shown significant price increases, with some companies experiencing gains of over 300% year-to-date [11]