Investment Rating - The report maintains a positive outlook on the brokerage sector, recommending stocks such as Dongfang Securities, GF Securities, Huatai Securities, and China Galaxy [4][3][18]. Core Insights - The report highlights that the brokerage sector is expected to benefit directly from the increased attractiveness of the equity market, particularly in wealth management and asset management businesses [4][3]. - The insurance sector is anticipated to undergo a systematic value reassessment in 2026, driven by rising long-term interest rates and continued investment from insurance funds [4][3]. Market Performance - The Shanghai and Shenzhen 300 Index closed at 4,526.66 with a weekly increase of 1.64%, while the non-bank index rose to 1,932.15, up 0.68% [7][4]. - The brokerage sector index increased by 0.74%, while the insurance sector index saw a rise of 0.20% [7][4]. Key Data Points - As of November 28, 2025, the average daily trading volume in the Shanghai and Shenzhen markets was 19,147.38 billion [18][46]. - The financing balance in margin trading reached 24,720.45 billion, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 32.6% [18][49]. - The insurance industry reported a total premium income growth, with significant contributions from new business value (NBV) [4][3]. Individual Stock Highlights - In the insurance sector, notable A-share performances included China Life (0.09%) and New China Life (0.41%), while AIA Group in H-shares saw a significant increase of 4.95% [9][4]. - Among brokerages, Guosheng Securities led with a weekly increase of 3.68%, followed by Industrial Securities (3.36%) and Northeast Securities (2.45%) [9][4]. Regulatory and Market Developments - The report notes the expansion of the pilot program for optimizing brokerage account management, which now includes 20 qualified brokerages [21][4]. - The private equity fund sector reached a record high of 22.05 trillion, with a notable increase in new registrations [19][4].

Group 1 - The Hang Seng Index Company announced quarterly index review results, with adjustments to several constituent stocks, including Yum China being added to the Hang Seng China Enterprises Index with a weight of 1.21% [1] - The Hang Seng China Enterprises Index consists of 50 large-cap, liquid Chinese mainland companies listed in Hong Kong, serving as a benchmark for the performance of these enterprises [1] - The inclusion of Yum China is expected to enhance passive fund allocation and trading activity, with an estimated inflow of approximately $9 million due to its addition to the index [1] Group 2 - Yum China is the largest restaurant company in China, operating over 17,000 restaurants across six brands in more than 2,500 towns [2] - The company announced growth targets during its investor day on November 17, aiming for a total of 20,000 stores by 2026, over 25,000 by 2028, and over 30,000 by 2030 [2] - Yum China's stock price increased by over 12% from HKD 334.6 on October 31 to HKD 376.2 as of November 24 [2]

Group 1 - The Hang Seng Index Company announced quarterly index review results, with adjustments to multiple constituent stocks, including Yum China being added to the Hang Seng China Enterprises Index with a weight of 1.21% [1] - The Hang Seng China Enterprises Index consists of 50 large-cap, liquid Chinese enterprises listed in Hong Kong, serving as a benchmark for the performance of these companies [1] - The inclusion of Yum China is expected to enhance passive fund allocation and trading activity, with an estimated inflow of approximately $9 million due to the changes [1] Group 2 - Yum China is the largest restaurant company in China, operating over 17,000 restaurants across six brands in more than 2,500 towns [2] - The company announced growth targets during its investor day on November 17, aiming for a total of 20,000 stores by 2026, over 25,000 by 2028, and over 30,000 by 2030 [2] - Yum China's stock price increased by over 12% from HKD 335 on October 31 to HKD 376.2 as of November 24 [2] - The company became a dual primary listed entity on both the Hong Kong Stock Exchange and the New York Stock Exchange, reflecting its recognition in terms of market capitalization, liquidity, and industry representation [2]

Group 1 - Horizon Robotics-W (09660) saw a rise of over 6%, reaching a new high of HKD 10.45, and is currently trading at HKD 10.18 with a transaction volume of HKD 21.66 million [1] - The Hang Seng Index Company announced the results of its quarterly review on August 22, which became effective on September 8, maintaining the number of constituents in the Hang Seng Tech Index at 30 [1] - CICC estimates that due to the reset of the individual stock weight limit of 8%, passive fund inflows will take the longest time for Horizon Robotics-W and BYD (002594), with expected inflows of approximately USD 560 million and USD 500 million, respectively, taking 3.4 days and 0.9 days to materialize [1] Group 2 - On August 29, Horizon Journey officially announced that its vehicle-mounted intelligent chip production has officially surpassed 10 million units [1] - Horizon Robotics has become the first domestic autonomous driving technology company to achieve a shipment milestone of 10 million units [1] - The founder and CEO of the group, Yu Kai, expressed optimism about the annual shipment volume, projecting around 4 million units for the year, with low-end and mid-to-high-end products each accounting for half of the total [1]

Group 1 - FTSE Russell announced changes to the FTSE China 50 Index, FTSE China A50 Index, FTSE China A150 Index, FTSE China A200 Index, and FTSE China A400 Index, with the most notable inclusion being BeiGene, NewEase, WuXi AppTec, and Zhongji Innolight, while excluding China National Nuclear Power, China United Network Communications, NARI Technology Development, and Wanhua Chemical Group [2][4] - The changes will take effect after the market closes on September 19, 2023, and will officially be implemented on September 22, 2023 [2] - Zhongji Innolight's stock price surged approximately 11% on September 3, reaching a historical high with a market capitalization exceeding 470 billion yuan, ranking second on the ChiNext board [7] Group 2 - The newly included companies in the FTSE China A50 Index are primarily from the innovative drug and optical module sectors, which have shown significant stock price increases this year [4] - The FTSE China A50 Index's reserve list includes Minsheng Bank, CMOC Group, Hithink RoyalFlush Information Network, SAIC Motor, and Seres Group, which may be activated if any of the current constituents are removed before the next quarterly review [7][8]

Core Viewpoint - FTSE Russell announced changes to the FTSE China 50 Index, FTSE China A50 Index, FTSE China A150 Index, FTSE China A200 Index, and FTSE China A400 Index, with the most notable changes occurring in the FTSE China A50 Index, which will include new companies and exclude others starting September 22, 2023 [1][3]. Group 1: Index Changes - The FTSE China A50 Index will include BeiGene Ltd (百济神州-U), Eoptolink Technology (新易盛), WuXi AppTec (药明康德), and Zhongji Innolight (中际旭创) [1][3]. - The index will exclude China National Nuclear Power (中国核电), China United Network Communications (中国联通), NARI Technology Development (国电南瑞), and Wanhua Chemical Group (万华化学) [1][3][4]. Group 2: Market Impact - Companies added to the FTSE China A50 Index are expected to attract more passive fund inflows, which could positively impact their stock prices [5]. - Zhongji Innolight's stock price increased by approximately 11% on September 3, reaching a historical high with a market capitalization exceeding 470 billion yuan, making it the second-largest company on the ChiNext board [4]. - From August 1 to September 3, Zhongji Innolight's stock price surged over 95% [4]. Group 3: Backup List - The backup list for potential replacements in the FTSE China A50 Index includes Minsheng Bank, Luoyang Molybdenum, Tonghuashun, SAIC Motor, and Seres [5].