Market Performance - On July 23, A-shares experienced a decline, with the Shanghai Composite Index up by 0.01% and the Shenzhen Component down by 0.37% [1] - The total trading volume in the Shanghai and Shenzhen markets exceeded 1.8 trillion, showing a slight decrease compared to the previous day [1] - Over 4,000 stocks fell, while more than 1,200 stocks rose [1] Sector Performance - The super hydropower concept stocks remained strong, with companies like China Power Construction hitting the daily limit [1] - Financial stocks, including brokerages and insurance, performed well, with Guosheng Jin控 hitting the daily limit [1] - Steel stocks saw a pullback after an initial rise, with Liugang Co. achieving six consecutive daily limits [1] - The Hainan and ultra-high voltage sectors experienced significant declines [1] Index Movements - The hydropower construction index rose by 2.64%, while the Hainan Free Trade Port index fell by 4.46% [2] - The cement manufacturing index decreased by 5.07%, indicating a downward trend in that sector [2] Corporate Actions - As of July 22, 329 A-share companies announced plans for mid-term profit distribution for 2025, indicating a trend towards frequent and high dividend payouts [3] - The increasing frequency of dividends is becoming mainstream, with high dividend yield companies gaining favor among investors [3] Policy and Future Outlook - Industry insiders expect that with ongoing policy guidance, the willingness of listed companies to enhance both quality and returns will continue to grow [4] - The National Development and Reform Commission is actively engaging with enterprises to discuss the development of state-owned and private enterprises, emphasizing long-term growth and collaboration [4]