Macro and Strategy - The report discusses the ongoing expansion and diversification of public REITs in China, highlighting the inclusion of various asset types and industries, with a projected market size of 2.3 to 3.8 trillion yuan, indicating a potential 10-16 times expansion from current levels [7][8][10] - The average dividend yield of public REITs from 2022 to 2025 is 5.73%, surpassing the average yield of the CSI Dividend Index at 5.52%, showcasing their attractiveness as a stable income asset [8][9] - Public REITs are characterized by a dual return structure comprising dividend income and asset appreciation, with a notable annualized return of 23.66% over the past year [9][10] Industry and Company - The Chinese duty-free industry is entering a new cycle, with Hainan's duty-free sales showing signs of recovery, driven by policy support and improving consumer confidence, with sales growth of 3%, 13%, and 27% from September to November 2025 [17][18] - The report emphasizes the importance of policy optimization in the duty-free sector, with recent expansions in both offshore and onshore duty-free policies, enhancing consumer access and convenience [18][19] - The report identifies key players in the duty-free market, such as China Duty Free Group, which holds a 78% market share, and highlights the strategic importance of airport channels for future growth [20][21] Automotive Industry - The report outlines the advancements in smart driving technology, with companies like Tesla and Huawei leading the way in achieving Level 4 automation through end-to-end algorithms [24][25] - The penetration rate of smart driving is expected to see significant growth, with projections indicating an increase from 11.3% to 26.3% for highway NOA and from 6.1% to 10.9% for urban NOA by 2025 [25] - The global market for Robotaxi is projected to reach nearly 10 trillion yuan, with companies like Waymo and Apollo at the forefront of commercialization efforts [25][26] Non-Banking Industry - The report highlights the importance of the second pillar of the pension system in China, focusing on enterprise and occupational pensions, which are expected to grow at an annualized rate of 8%, outpacing nominal GDP growth [26][27] - The investment behavior of pension funds is shifting towards a "barbell" strategy, balancing stable cash flow assets with high-growth sectors, indicating a significant increase in equity allocations [27][28]

Core Insights - The report provides a summary of recommended stocks across various industries for December 2025, highlighting investment logic and potential growth opportunities for each company [2]. Industry Summaries Construction - Shenghui Integrated (603163.SH) is a Taiwanese cleanroom engineering service provider and a core engineering supplier for Google's TPU, poised to benefit from TSMC's expansion in the U.S. with potential orders from TSMC Arizona and multiple North American data centers [2]. Banking - China Merchants Bank (600036.SH) is expected to attract investors due to its stable operations and a projected dividend yield of 4.62% for the 2024 annual report, with increased demand for low-volatility stocks as market fluctuations rise [2]. Electronics - Aojie Technology (688220.SH) is positioned to benefit from the AI trend, with its unique 2-5G full-standard cellular communication capabilities and strong ASIC customization experience, which is expected to drive growth in wearable technology [2]. Power Equipment and New Energy - Delijia (603092.SH) maintains a leading market share in wind power main gearboxes, with a projected global market size of $11.563 billion by 2030 and a compound annual growth rate of 5.10% from 2024 to 2030 [2]. Basic Chemicals - Yaqi International (000893) is set to increase its potash fertilizer production capacity significantly, benefiting from a rising global potash market [2]. Agriculture, Forestry, Animal Husbandry, and Fishery - Youran Dairy (9858.HK), a leading global dairy farming company, is expected to benefit from rising milk prices and beef price increases, leading to improved performance [2]. Internet - Alibaba (9988.HK) is experiencing accelerated growth in cloud revenue, with a 34% year-on-year increase in FY26Q2, and is expected to continue improving profitability [2]. Pharmaceuticals - Yifeng Pharmacy (603939.SH) is anticipated to see profit improvements due to ongoing optimization of its store structure and a clear planning rhythm for non-pharmaceutical profit increments [2]. Home Appliances - Midea Group (000333.SZ) is advancing its dual-driven strategy, focusing on both B2B and B2C markets, with strong cash flow and a favorable dividend yield, making it an attractive investment [2]. Non-Banking Financials - Ping An Insurance (601318.SH) is increasing investments in high-quality long-term assets, with potential for valuation improvement as market conditions shift [2].

Group 1: AI Empowerment in Asset Allocation - The report discusses the performance of three representative AI asset management products: AIEQ, ProPicks, and QRFT, evaluating whether AI can provide excess returns to investors [8] - AIEQ, an actively managed ETF, has underperformed SPY due to high market sentiment volatility and cost erosion from high turnover rates [8] - ProPicks has shown strong returns during favorable tech periods but is highly sensitive to execution discipline and slippage, making actual replication challenging [8] - QRFT has closely tracked the S&P 500 over the long term, showing significant phase differentiation, indicating a focus on narrow enhancements rather than stable high alpha [8] Group 2: Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology Sector - The pharmaceutical sector underperformed the overall market, with a 4.32% decline in the A-share market, and the biopharmaceutical sector fell by 6.88% [10] - The report highlights the treatment options for Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS), noting that the prevalence in Western populations is approximately 1%, with around 320,000 diagnosed patients in the U.S. [11] - First-line therapies for HS primarily involve antibiotics, while second-line biological treatments include Adalimumab and IL-17A inhibitors, which have gained market share due to their efficacy and safety [11] Group 3: Atour (ATAT.O) Financial Performance - Atour reported a 38% year-on-year revenue growth in Q3 2025, raising its full-year revenue growth guidance from 30% to 35% [13] - The company’s retail business saw a remarkable 76% revenue growth, significantly contributing to the overall performance [13] - The number of hotels in operation increased by 27% year-on-year, with a total of 1,948 hotels by the end of Q3 2025 [14] Group 4: Hars (002615.SZ) Industry Leadership - Hars is a leading company in the cup and kettle industry, with a projected revenue compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 25% from 2021 to 2024, reaching 3.3 billion [17] - The company operates both OEM/ODM and proprietary brand businesses, maintaining stable partnerships with international brands like YETI and PMI [17] - The domestic market for insulated cups is expected to replicate overseas trends, with significant growth potential driven by IP collaborations and social media marketing [18]

Macro and Strategy - The Federal Reserve maintained the federal funds rate target range at 4.25-4.5% and announced a slowdown in balance sheet reduction, lowering the monthly limit for Treasury redemptions from $25 billion to $5 billion [7] - The high-tech manufacturing macro report indicates that the diffusion index for high-tech manufacturing remains stable, with a slight decline in certain sectors such as aerospace and new energy [7][8] - The AI-enabled asset allocation strategy highlights the integration of ESG factors into traditional investment theories, suggesting that incorporating ESG constraints can enhance portfolio performance [9][10] Industry and Company Insights - The social services sector is expected to benefit from recent consumption policies aimed at boosting domestic demand, with a focus on service consumption [10][11] - Data tracking shows a positive trend in retail sales and hiring demand, indicating a gradual economic recovery [11][12] - The textile and apparel sector has seen a rebound in retail sales growth, with notable increases in exports from Vietnam [13][14] - China Unicom reported a 10.5% year-on-year increase in net profit for 2024, with a focus on innovative business growth and a stable traditional business [16][17] - Xingyu Co. achieved a 34% year-on-year increase in net profit for Q4 2024, driven by strong demand for automotive lighting products [21][22] - Xtep International reported a 20% increase in net profit for 2024, with significant growth in its professional sports brand [24][25] - Anta Sports saw a 16.5% increase in core profit for 2024, supported by a diverse brand portfolio [28][29] - ZhongAn Online's total premium income reached 33.42 billion yuan in 2024, with a 13.3% year-on-year growth, driven by its diversified product ecosystem [30][31] - Ping An Insurance reported a 47.8% year-on-year increase in net profit for 2024, supported by a robust strategic layout in comprehensive finance and healthcare [33][34]