Group 1 - The report highlights that the initial adjustments during the main upward phases of A-shares in 2015, 2017, and 2020 typically saw an average adjustment period of 11 trading days, with an average decline of nearly 5% for the overall market and a 20% pullback in popular sectors [5][28][32] - The report indicates that the current adjustment has lasted for 6 trading days with a decline of 2.35%, and popular sectors have experienced a pullback of 28.5%, suggesting that the adjustment is nearing completion and a consolidation phase is beginning [5][8][66] - The report suggests that the main upward phase of A-shares is characterized by a significant influx of household deposits into the market, which has been a driving force behind the current upward trend [15][17] Group 2 - The report outlines that the adjustment in 2015 was primarily driven by regulatory warnings and weak earnings reports, leading to a decline in market sentiment [33][36] - In 2017, the adjustment was influenced by disappointing macroeconomic data and external shocks, such as credit rating downgrades, which affected investor confidence [51][52] - The 2020 adjustment was marked by a significant outflow of northbound capital and the IPO of a major company, which created short-term liquidity pressure on the market [64][66] Group 3 - The report identifies key sectors to focus on during the current market phase, including interest rate-sensitive sectors (TMT, non-bank financials, and metals), sectors benefiting from a potential PPI recovery (chemicals, machinery, and consumer goods), and growth sectors that may see rotation (AI hardware, innovative pharmaceuticals, and defense) [8][66] - The report emphasizes that the style rotation in the market is contingent on fundamental performance, with growth sectors expected to continue leading, while a shift towards consumer and cyclical sectors may occur if earnings improve [7][8][66]

Investment Highlights - The report identifies four phases of the A-share bull market: initiation (broad-based rally, policy support, and undervaluation), consolidation (differentiation, value blue chips), main rise (uptrend, technology growth + strategic themes), and peak (breakthrough, speculative bubbles + consumption) [4] - With macroeconomic conditions improving in July, including a rebound in M1, narrowing M2-M1 spread, and PPI bottoming out, there has been a significant influx of resident deposits into the market, supporting the main rise of A-shares [4][10] Phase Analysis 1. Preventive Savings and Bond Market Dominance - From August 2022 to August 2024, the bond market has been favored while A-shares experienced a downward trend due to economic weakness and low PPI and M1 [5][13] - The report notes a shift in resident behavior towards preventive savings, with a significant increase in prepayment of loans and a decline in market liquidity [25][27] 2. Normalization of Savings and Balance Between Stocks and Bonds - From September 2024 to June 2025, the report anticipates trading opportunities in bonds while A-shares will experience volatility as the economy stabilizes [40][41] - The normalization of savings is driven by low interest rates and an asset shortage, leading to a gradual recovery in risk appetite among residents [60][61] 3. Resident Deposits Entering the Market and A-share Main Rise - Since July 2025, the report highlights a shift towards equities while bonds adjust, with a notable increase in resident deposits entering the A-share market [73][74] - The correlation between M1 growth and A-share performance is emphasized, indicating that as M1 increases, so does the A-share index [75][77] Policy Environment - The report outlines a combination of monetary easing, fiscal support, and real estate policy adjustments aimed at stabilizing the economy and boosting market confidence [24][47] - Key policy measures include multiple rounds of interest rate cuts and adjustments to housing loan policies to stimulate the real estate market [23][51] Asset Performance - The bond market has shown a configuration advantage, with a shift towards bond-like assets such as REITs and high-dividend bank stocks as investors seek defensive positions [32][64] - The report indicates that the A-share market is currently favoring a "barbell strategy," with strong performance in both high-dividend sectors and growth-oriented stocks [71][72]