Core Viewpoint - The insurance industry is experiencing significant growth in fund utilization, driven by policy guidance and investment environment changes, with a notable increase in equity investments and a stable bond allocation structure [1][2][3]. Fund Utilization Overview - As of the end of Q2 2025, the total fund utilization of insurance companies reached 36.23 trillion, marking an 8.9% increase from the beginning of the year and a 3.7% increase from Q1 [2]. - The balance of life insurance companies' fund utilization was 32.60 trillion, also up 8.9% year-to-date, while property insurance companies held 2.35 trillion, a 5.7% increase [2]. - In H1 2025, the net increase in fund utilization was 2.98 trillion, with Q2 alone contributing 1.30 trillion, influenced by premium growth and asset value appreciation [2]. Investment Allocation - The bond balance reached 17.87 trillion, with a net increase of 1.94 trillion in H1, and Q2 saw a net increase of 896.1 billion, pushing the bond allocation to 51.1%, the highest in recent years [3]. - Bank deposits totaled 3.02 trillion, with a net increase of 111.3 billion in H1, while other investments (mainly non-standard) decreased by 1.87 trillion [3]. - The allocation to bank deposits and non-standard investments has reached new lows, attributed to declining asset yields and new accounting standards [3]. Equity Investment Trends - Regulatory measures are accelerating the long-term entry of insurance funds into the stock market, with equity allocation reaching a new high [4]. - In April, the regulatory authority adjusted the equity asset allocation ratio for insurance funds, increasing it by 5% for certain solvency levels [4]. - By mid-2025, the total approved amount for long-term investment trials by insurance funds reached 222 billion, indicating a strong push for stable long-term investments [4]. Recent Market Activity - Insurance companies have been actively increasing their stakes in other firms, with 27 instances of stake increases reported in 2025, surpassing the total for the previous year [10]. - The focus of these investments has been on high-dividend sectors such as banks and public utilities, reflecting a strategic shift towards stable returns [10]. - The recent stake increases by China Ping An in China Pacific Insurance and China Life demonstrate confidence in the recovery and long-term value of the insurance sector [10].

Core Viewpoint - The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security (HRSS) is promoting the expansion of the entrusted investment scale of the basic pension insurance fund, which is expected to inject stable long-term capital into the capital market [1][2]. Group 1: Investment Scale and Opportunities - The entrusted investment scale of the basic pension insurance fund currently represents only 26.83% of the total fund balance, indicating significant room for growth in future investments [2][3]. - The basic pension insurance fund's investment operation scale reached 2.55 trillion yuan by the end of June, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 34.21% [3]. - Increasing the entrusted investment scale can provide the capital market with trillions of yuan in long-term funds, enhancing market stability and supporting sustainable economic development [3][4]. Group 2: Long-Cycle Assessment Mechanism - The implementation of a long-cycle assessment mechanism is a key focus of the recent policy initiatives, aiming to establish three-year and five-year assessment periods for various funds, including public funds and pension funds [4][5]. - The establishment of long-cycle assessments is expected to reduce market volatility and align long-term capital with investment strategies, thereby improving the overall investment environment [6][7]. - The HRSS has already initiated measures to enhance the long-term assessment of pension funds, which is seen as a step towards promoting value investment and achieving the preservation and appreciation of pension fund assets [6][7]. Group 3: Policy Measures and Market Impact - Recent policy measures from various financial authorities, including the Central Huijin Investment Co. and the National Financial Regulatory Administration, have aimed to inject liquidity into the stock market and encourage long-term investments [8][9]. - The policies have been positively received by market participants, boosting market confidence and promoting the long-term stability of the capital market [8][9]. - Key strategies for attracting long-term capital include optimizing market structure, enhancing the quality of listed companies, and strengthening investor return and protection mechanisms [9].

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Accumulate" rating for the non-bank financial industry [1] Core Views - The non-bank financial sector has shown strong performance, with securities firms expected to report high growth in mid-2025, and the insurance sector also showing promising results [1][4] - The report highlights the significant increase in trading volume and the positive outlook for brokerage firms, driven by an active capital market [4][18] - The insurance sector is expected to benefit from long-term investment strategies and regulatory changes that enhance the allocation of insurance funds to equity assets [22][29] - The multi-financial sector is transitioning into a stable growth phase, with trust assets continuing to grow despite a decline in profits [31][36] Summary by Sections Non-Bank Financial Subsector Performance - In the recent five trading days (July 14-18, 2025), all non-bank financial subsectors underperformed the CSI 300 index, with the securities and insurance sectors both down by 1.00% [9] - Year-to-date, the multi-financial sector has performed the best, with an increase of 11.63%, followed by the insurance sector at 10.07% [10] Securities Sector - Trading volume has significantly increased, with the average daily trading amount for July 2025 reaching 17,090 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 125.40% [14] - The mid-2025 earnings forecast for brokerage firms is optimistic, with 27 out of 29 listed brokerages expected to report profit increases, and 12 firms anticipating at least a 100% growth in net profit [18] - The average price-to-book (PB) ratio for the securities sector is projected at 1.3x for 2025E, indicating potential for growth [21] Insurance Sector - The introduction of long-term assessment guidelines for state-owned insurance companies is expected to enhance the allocation of insurance funds to equity investments [22] - The insurance sector's valuation is currently at 0.60-0.93 times the 2025E P/EV, which is considered low historically, maintaining an "Accumulate" rating [29] - The sector is anticipated to benefit from economic recovery and rising interest rates, with a significant increase in the sales of savings-type products [51] Multi-Financial Sector - The trust industry is experiencing a stable transition, with total trust assets reaching 29.56 trillion yuan, a year-on-year growth of 23.58% [31] - The futures market has seen a significant increase in trading volume and value, with June 2025 figures showing a 28.91% increase in volume and a 17.40% increase in value year-on-year [37] - Regulatory measures are being implemented to strengthen the management of local asset management companies, promoting healthy industry development [48] Industry Ranking and Key Company Recommendations - The report ranks the non-bank financial sectors as follows: insurance > securities > other multi-financial [51] - Key companies recommended include China Ping An, New China Life, China Pacific Insurance, CITIC Securities, Tonghuashun, and Jiufang Zhitu Holdings [51]

Core Viewpoint - The insurance asset management industry in China shows a significant rebound in investment confidence for equity investments, with the confidence index rising from 50.12 in Q2 to 56.11 in Q3 2025, indicating a more optimistic outlook for the market [1][2]. Investment Confidence Index - The confidence index for equity investments among insurance institutions is reported at 56.11, a notable increase from 50.12 in the previous quarter [2]. - Predictions for equity investment styles indicate a slight increase or stability in growth style (51% and 31%), value style (51% and 41%), large-cap style (49% and 42%), and small-cap style (40% and 35%) [2]. Factors Influencing Confidence - The deepening of the long-cycle assessment mechanism for insurance funds is a crucial factor in the increased confidence, as highlighted by industry experts [2]. - The Ministry of Finance's recent notification adjusts performance evaluation indicators for state-owned commercial insurance companies, enhancing the tolerance for market fluctuations and boosting confidence in equity investments [2]. Market Conditions and Trends - The continuous decline in market interest rates poses challenges to traditional investment models for insurance companies, making equity assets more attractive for stable long-term returns [3]. - As of the end of Q1, the stock holdings of life insurance companies reached a market value of 2.65 trillion yuan, with long-term equity investments around 2.60 trillion yuan, both exceeding 8% of their total assets [3]. Investment Focus Areas - High dividend and high-tech sectors are identified as key areas for equity investment by insurance funds, driven by the nature of liability funds and the current policy direction [4]. - Insurance funds have shown a preference for stable dividend-paying stocks, particularly in the banking sector, where holdings reached approximately 265.8 billion yuan by the end of Q1 [4]. Policy Support for Technology Investments - Recent policies encourage insurance funds to increase support for technology sectors, including artificial intelligence and semiconductors, with investment limits raised for venture capital funds [5]. - The strategic focus on high dividend and technology growth sectors is reflected in the extensive research conducted by insurance institutions on over 1,400 A-share listed companies [5].

Market Overview - The current market is experiencing a positive feedback loop of incremental capital inflow, with the Shanghai Composite Index breaking through the previously mentioned resistance level of 3450 points, indicating a shift towards a bull market phase [5][10]. - Financing funds are showing a continuous net inflow, particularly favoring technology and growth sectors, with a financing balance reaching 1.86 trillion yuan [10][11]. - Industry and thematic ETFs are increasingly popular, reflecting a significant trend in the market this year, with continuous net inflows observed [12][13]. Financing and Capital Flow - The net inflow of financing funds amounted to 225.35 billion yuan, with a notable preference for sectors such as automotive, pharmaceuticals, and computing [10][11]. - The total net inflow for ETFs was 8.28 billion yuan, indicating a growing interest in these investment vehicles [4][36]. - The market is witnessing a slight net inflow of capital, with the financing balance increasing and the net buying amount for financing funds expanding significantly [5][36]. Northbound Capital - Northbound capital continued its net inflow trend in the second quarter, with an estimated net inflow of 59.1 billion yuan, primarily directed towards sectors like semiconductors, batteries, and securities [19][23]. - As of the end of June, northbound capital held a total of 2.29 trillion yuan in A-shares, reflecting a stable investment interest from foreign investors [19][23]. Market Sentiment and Activity - Market sentiment has improved, with the VIX index declining, indicating a rise in risk appetite among investors [47]. - The trading activity of financing funds has increased, with the proportion of financing transactions in the A-share market rising to 10.1% [45][46]. - The focus of trading has shifted towards essential consumer goods, finance, and the CSI 500 index, with significant trading volumes observed in these sectors [50].

Group 1 - The Ministry of Finance issued a notice to guide long - term and stable investment of insurance funds and strengthen long - cycle assessment of state - owned commercial insurance companies, which helps improve the enthusiasm of insurance funds to invest in the A - share market [2] - In the second quarter, high - frequency data in multiple fields improved, with offline consumption heat index up 25.5%, offline service consumption index up 33.4%, and key project investment index up 25.7% [2] - The China Coking Industry Association decided to raise coke prices by 50 yuan per ton from July 15, with first - tier metallurgical coke up 50 yuan/ton, second - tier up 40 yuan/ton, and third - tier up 30 yuan/ton [2] - Vietnam's Ministry of Industry and Trade imposed anti - dumping duties ranging from 23.10% to 27.83% on hot - rolled coils of steel originating from China, effective from July 6 [2] Group 2 - Key sectors to focus on: urea, crude oil, PVC [4] - Night - time performance of commodity futures: non - metallic building materials up 2.85%, precious metals up 27.66%, oilseeds up 12.45%, coal, coke, steel and ore up 14.57%, energy up 3.06%, chemicals up 12.72%, grains up 1.23%, agricultural and sideline products up 2.86%, non - ferrous metals up 19.64%, soft commodities up 2.95% [4][5] Group 3 - Performance of major asset classes: The Shanghai Composite Index had a daily increase of 0.01%, a monthly increase of 1.91%, and an annual increase of 4.73%; the SSE 50 decreased by 0.01%, the CSI 300 increased by 0.12%, and the CSI 500 increased by 0.74% [7] - In the fixed - income category, the 10 - year Treasury bond futures decreased by 0.02%, the 5 - year decreased by 0.01%, and the 2 - year decreased by 0.00% [7] - In the commodity category, the CRB Commodity Index increased by 1.05%, WTI crude oil increased by 3.15%, London spot gold increased by 0.95%, and LME copper decreased by 0.39% [7]

1. Report Industry Investment Ratings The provided content does not mention the industry investment ratings. 2. Core Views of the Report - **Macro - Financial**: For stock index futures, consider gradual profit - taking or covered strategies; for treasury bond futures, consider hedging and reducing duration. The market may have a demand for profit - taking due to potential short - term positive news realization. The focus in the bond market is whether the downward shift of the capital center can persist [7][8]. - **Black Metals**: The black market may continue to oscillate strongly in the short term. Recommendations are to wait and see or engage in spot - futures positive arbitrage when prices are high. Coal and coke may rebound in the short term due to policy expectations but remain weak in the medium term. For ferroalloys, it is advisable to hold short positions and add more short positions on rebounds [10][11][12]. - **Non - ferrous Metals and New Materials**: For aluminum and alumina, it is recommended to short at high prices. Zinc prices are expected to oscillate and decline. Industrial silicon is expected to turn to oscillatory operation, and polysilicon is expected to maintain a relatively strong operation with continued attention to follow - up measures and warehouse receipt generation [16][19]. - **Agricultural Products**: For cotton, consider short - selling at high prices; for sugar, the short - term trend is oscillatory and strong; for eggs, maintain a strategy of short - selling on rebounds; for apples, use a light - position positive arbitrage strategy; for corn, wait and see; for dates, lightly short - sell; for live pigs, short the near - term contracts with light positions [21][23][26][27]. - **Energy and Chemicals**: Crude oil is expected to be in a supply - exceeding - demand pattern in the long run, oscillating in the short term. Fuel oil and asphalt prices follow crude oil. Plastics and methanol are expected to oscillate weakly. For caustic soda, maintain a short - selling mindset. For the polyester industry chain, consider short - selling at high prices. LPG prices are likely to decline, and for pulp, observe port destocking and spot trading improvement. For logs, the 09 contract is expected to oscillate. For urea, maintain a long - buying mindset [33][36][37][40][41][43][44]. 3. Summaries by Relevant Catalogs Macro - Financial - **Stock Index Futures**: The Shanghai Composite Index has broken through 3500 points. The market is discussing a high - level meeting on urban renewal. The Shenzhen Stock Exchange has revised the GEM Composite Index compilation plan. There may be a demand for profit - taking due to short - term positive news realization [7]. - **Treasury Bond Futures**: The central bank's reverse repurchase has turned to net investment. The focus in the bond market is whether the downward shift of the capital center can persist. Consider hedging and reducing duration [8]. Black Metals - **Steel and Iron Ore**: Macro - policy expectations have improved in the short and medium term, but large - scale stimulus policies are likely to come later. Downstream steel demand has seasonal and marginal weakening. Supply is expected to remain high, and the valuation of the futures market is expected to rise. The market may oscillate strongly in the short term [10]. - **Coal and Coke**: They are rebounding in the short term due to policy expectations. In the medium term, they are weak due to crude steel production cuts and macro - policies. The supply of coking coal is relatively loose, and the supply of coke follows [11]. - **Ferroalloys**: The market is oscillating at a relatively high level with increased volatility. The fundamentals are weakening. It is recommended to hold short positions and add more short positions on rebounds [12]. - **Soda Ash and Glass**: Soda ash is rising in the short term following market sentiment, and it is advisable to avoid short - selling for now. Glass is recommended to be bought at low prices. Soda ash has supply - surplus and high - inventory problems, while glass has improved inventory removal [13][14]. Non - ferrous Metals and New Materials - **Aluminum and Alumina**: Aluminum is affected by international negotiations and consumption weakness, with an increasing inventory accumulation expectation. Alumina has a relatively loose supply. Both are recommended to be short - sold at high prices [16]. - **Zinc**: Social inventories are increasing, and the production of smelters is accelerating. Zinc prices are expected to oscillate and decline [16]. - **Lithium Carbonate**: It is in a short - term tight - balance state but is expected to be in surplus in the long term, with limited upward driving force [18]. - **Industrial Silicon and Polysilicon**: Industrial silicon is expected to turn to oscillatory operation, and polysilicon is expected to maintain a relatively strong operation. Attention should be paid to follow - up measures and warehouse receipt generation [19][20]. Agricultural Products - **Cotton**: It is oscillating and rebounding in the short term but is under long - term demand pressure. Consider short - selling at high prices [21]. - **Sugar**: It is oscillating and strong in the short term. There is an expected increase in supply, which may suppress prices [23][24]. - **Eggs**: They are in a seasonal upward trend, but the supply pressure during the Mid - Autumn Festival may limit the increase. It is recommended to short - sell on rebounds [26]. - **Apples**: Use a light - position positive arbitrage strategy. The old - season apples' prices are falling, and the new - season apples are expected to oscillate [27]. - **Corn**: The market is oscillating. It is advisable to wait and see and pay attention to the valuation repair opportunity after the market has fallen excessively [28][29]. - **Dates**: Consider short - selling with a light position. The market is in a supply - exceeding - demand pattern in the short term [30]. - **Live Pigs**: Short the near - term contracts with light positions. The supply is expected to increase, and the demand is weak [31]. Energy and Chemicals - **Crude Oil**: It is likely to enter a supply - exceeding - demand pattern in the long run, oscillating in the short term. Attention should be paid to the US - Iran agreement and the summer peak demand [33]. - **Fuel Oil**: Its price follows crude oil. The market is affected by the peak power - generation demand in the Middle East and weak shipping [34][35]. - **Plastics**: The short - term market sentiment may support prices, but the supply - exceeding - demand situation remains. Consider holding put options or short - selling slightly [36]. - **Methanol**: It is expected to oscillate weakly. The supply of imports has recovered, and the port inventory is gradually increasing [37]. - **Caustic Soda**: Do not chase high prices. Maintain a short - selling mindset as the futures contract may face pressure [38]. - **Asphalt**: Its price follows crude oil. The market is in a seasonal off - peak season with only rigid demand [39]. - **Polyester Industry Chain**: Consider short - selling at high prices. The industry's supply - demand situation is weak, and the price rebound is difficult to sustain [40]. - **Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG)**: It is expected to decline. The supply is abundant, and the demand is weak in the medium - long term [41]. - **Pulp**: Observe whether port destocking continues and spot trading improves. The price is expected to have limited upward and downward space [41]. - **Logs**: The 09 contract is expected to oscillate. The import is expected to be weak, and the demand is also soft [43]. - **Urea**: Maintain a long - buying mindset as there are high export profit expectations and export opportunities [43][44].

Domestic Market Overview - The domestic market experienced a slight increase after a high and low fluctuation, with the Shanghai Composite Index closing at 3510.18 points, up 0.01%, and the Shenzhen Component Index closing at 10696.1 points, up 0.61% [1][10] - Among 30 first-level industries, 19 saw an increase, with non-bank financials, computers, and non-ferrous metals leading the gains, while banks, building materials, and coal experienced significant declines [1][10] - The total trading volume of the A-share market reached 173.66 billion yuan, showing an increase compared to the previous day [1][10] Overseas Market Overview - The three major U.S. stock indices experienced slight declines, with the Dow Jones down 0.63%, the S&P 500 down 0.33%, and the Nasdaq down 0.22% [2] - Gold stocks performed well, with significant gains in companies like Coeur Mining, which rose over 5%, and Pan American Silver, which increased by more than 3% [2] News Highlights - The establishment of a long-term assessment mechanism for state-owned insurance companies aims to enhance investment stability and increase the proportion of investments in A-shares [13] - The Shanghai Stock Exchange has implemented further reforms to the Sci-Tech Innovation Board, including new business rules to support high-quality, unprofitable technology companies [14][15] - The "Guo Uranium No. 1" project in Inner Mongolia has produced its first barrel of uranium, marking a significant advancement in China's uranium resource development [17][18] - Alibaba is attempting to create a new promotional event called "Super Saturday," offering consumers a total of 188 yuan in takeaway consumption red envelopes [19]

Core Viewpoint - The article emphasizes the implementation of long-term performance evaluation for state-owned commercial insurance companies, which is expected to enhance the stability of their long-term profitability and increase the space for insurance capital to enter the market, maintaining an "overweight" rating for the industry [1][4]. Group 1: Notification Overview - On July 11, the Ministry of Finance issued a notification aimed at guiding state-owned insurance companies towards long-term performance evaluation, thereby increasing the investment capacity of insurance funds [2]. - The notification builds on previous measures, such as the "Performance Evaluation Method for Commercial Insurance Companies" released in July 2022, which assessed financial indicators like capital preservation and net asset return rates [2]. Group 2: Long-term Evaluation Mechanism - The notification strengthens the long-term evaluation of operational efficiency indicators, adjusting the assessment of net asset return rates and capital preservation rates to include annual, three-year, and five-year indicators [3]. - The weight distribution for these indicators is set at 30% for the annual indicator, 50% for the three-year indicator, and 20% for the five-year indicator [3]. Group 3: Asset Management and Investment Guidance - State-owned commercial insurance companies are required to enhance asset-liability management, ensuring better alignment in terms of duration, cost-benefit, and cash flow [3]. - The notification encourages the identification of high-quality investment targets that offer stable returns and potential for appreciation, thereby supporting the long-term capital role of insurance funds in the economy [3]. Group 4: Impact on Profitability and Market Stability - By increasing the weight of long-term indicators and balancing short-term and long-term goals, the notification is expected to improve the profitability stability of state-owned insurance companies and enhance their willingness to invest in the market [4]. - The overall effect is anticipated to stabilize the supply of long-term capital in the capital market [4].

Core Viewpoint - The new regulation issued by the Ministry of Finance aims to establish a long-term assessment mechanism for insurance funds, promoting stable and long-term investments in the market, effective from the 2025 performance evaluation [1][3]. Group 1: Long-term Assessment Mechanism - The core of the notification is to significantly enhance the weight and coverage period of long-term assessments, with key performance indicators (KPIs) for "return on net assets" and "capital preservation and appreciation rate" now including five-year indicators alongside annual and three-year indicators [3]. - The weight distribution for the KPIs is set at 30% for the annual indicator, 50% for the three-year indicator, and 20% for the five-year indicator, resulting in a total weight of 70% for long-term assessments [3][4]. - This adjustment is a direct implementation of a previous plan aimed at encouraging long-term capital to enter the market, indicating a clear policy intent to shift insurance companies' focus from short-term performance anxiety to long-term investment decisions [3][4]. Group 2: Market Impact and Investment Potential - The long-term assessment mechanism is expected to significantly reduce the impact of short-term market fluctuations on insurance investment behavior, thereby stabilizing market operations and enabling better long-term returns [4]. - As of the end of 2024, the total balance of commercial insurance funds in China is projected to be approximately 33 trillion yuan, with only about 11% currently invested in A-shares, indicating substantial room for growth towards the regulatory target of 25% [4][5]. - The new policy mandates that large state-owned insurance companies allocate 30% of their new premiums to A-share investments starting in 2025, potentially generating over 300 billion yuan in incremental funds annually [5]. Group 3: Policy Synergy and Market Stability - The combination of three key policies—long-term assessments, mandatory premium investment ratios, and expanded pilot programs—could bring about a significant influx of capital into the A-share market, estimated at a trillion yuan level [5]. - If insurance funds increase their stock asset allocation by just 1%, it could result in approximately 350 billion yuan in additional funds, based on the total balance of 34.93 trillion yuan as of the first quarter of 2024 [5]. - The long-term investment behavior of insurance funds is expected to stabilize the market, reduce irrational volatility, and enhance the overall investment ecosystem, providing a solid foundation for supporting the real economy and new productive forces [6][7].