Core Viewpoint - The integration and acquisition activities in the semiconductor sector have accelerated significantly following the release of the "Eight Measures for Deepening the Reform of the Sci-Tech Innovation Board" by the China Securities Regulatory Commission, indicating a robust trend towards industry consolidation and innovation enhancement in the integrated circuit field [1][2][3] Industry Integration and Mergers - The number of integrated circuit companies on the Sci-Tech Innovation Board has reached 119, representing a significant portion of the A-share market, covering the entire supply chain from chip design to packaging and testing [1] - The merger and acquisition activities have shown unprecedented vitality, with innovative deal structures and targets emerging, such as the acquisition of 100% equity of Chuangxin Micro by SIRUIPO, which utilized a differentiated valuation scheme [1][2] - The acquisition of 72.33% equity of XINLIAN YUEZHOU by XINLIAN JICHENG for 5.897 billion yuan is noted as the first merger post the "Eight Measures," setting a precedent for acquiring unprofitable "hard tech" companies [2] Innovation and R&D Enhancement - The acceleration of mergers has led to stronger collaborations among integrated circuit companies, enhancing their core technological competitiveness [3] - Companies like Longxin Zhongke and SIRUIPO are increasing their R&D investments, with SIRUIPO reporting a 4.1% increase in R&D spending and a 57.7% increase in product sales [3] - The overall revenue of over 110 semiconductor companies on the Sci-Tech Innovation Board reached 72.182 billion yuan in Q1, marking a 24% year-on-year growth, with net profit increasing by 73% to 4.479 billion yuan [3] Market Recovery and Global Expansion - The semiconductor industry is experiencing a recovery, driven by demand in AI, IoT, and consumer sectors, leading to significant revenue and profit growth [4] - Companies are expanding their global presence, with SIRUIPO establishing teams in multiple countries and planning to list on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange to raise funds for further international expansion [5] - The demand for storage solutions is expected to rise, particularly in AI applications, with NAND Flash prices anticipated to increase in the coming quarters [5][6]