Group 1 - The report defines core assets in the A-share market from four perspectives: industry leaders, resource endowment, excellent business models, and technological advantages [1][9] - The core asset fund pool has shown low volatility, with an annualized return of 13.14% from February 2, 2015, to November 7, 2025, outperforming the equity fund index by 3.31% [1][16] - The core asset fund pool has consistently achieved excess returns in most years, particularly in volatile and bear markets, but may lag in extreme style markets [1][18] Group 2 - The excess returns of the core asset fund pool primarily stem from industry allocation and stock selection, with a focus on large-cap quality investments [2][21] - The current long-term allocation emphasizes consumption, cyclical, and financial sectors, with a recent reduction in manufacturing and financial allocations [2][24] - The report provides a list of selected core asset funds, highlighting their performance and management details, with a focus on funds that have a high proportion of core assets in their top holdings [3][27] Group 3 - The core asset fund pool is defined by specific criteria, including a focus on actively managed equity funds with significant holdings in core assets [26] - The selection process for core asset funds emphasizes low beta exposure and high operating cash flow relative to market capitalization [27] - The report includes a detailed analysis of individual funds, showcasing their investment strategies and performance metrics [28][29][30][31][32][33][34][35][36][37][38][39][40][41][42][43][44][45][46][47][48][49][50][51][52][53][54][55]

Core Insights - The A-share market is experiencing fluctuations around the 4000-point mark, with a notable acceleration in the rotation rhythm between and within sectors, including AI, new energy, resource products, and consumer goods, although the sustainability of the upward trend is limited [1][2] - Analysts suggest that the recent wide fluctuations in the A-share market are influenced by both domestic and international factors, including a decline in risk appetite in overseas markets and resistance at the 4000-point level [1][2] - The market is expected to maintain a range-bound oscillation in the short term, with a potential rebalancing of market styles lasting several months, while technology growth sectors like TMT and advanced manufacturing are anticipated to lead index breakthroughs in the longer term [1][3] Market Outlook - The A-share market is likely to continue its oscillation pattern, with rapid sector rotation observed, particularly as funds shift from previously high-performing technology sectors to lower-performing sectors such as resources, consumption, and pharmaceuticals [2][3] - Analysts from various firms indicate that the current market structure reflects a global trend of "rebalancing," with funds moving away from technology stocks due to concerns over AI bubbles and external events impacting risk preferences [2][3] - The investment strategy should focus on structural allocation around themes of "anti-involution" and AI applications, leveraging trends in prosperity, policy direction, and capital flow to achieve excess returns [2][3] Sector Performance - In the context of year-end market style assessments, analysts suggest that sectors that have lagged may perform better during this oscillation phase, with a focus on high-dividend, consumer, and cyclical stocks [3][4] - The technology sector, particularly TMT and advanced manufacturing, is expected to maintain a long-term advantage due to relative profitability and global semiconductor cycles, despite a temporary shift towards value stocks [3][4] - The current market environment is characterized by a high degree of volatility, driven by valuation and expectations, with a potential shift back to technology stocks as the underlying industrial logic strengthens [3][5]

Core Viewpoint - The report by Guosen Securities highlights an extreme divergence between "old" and "new" assets in the market, emphasizing that high growth does not necessarily equate to high investment returns, and that finding fundamentally sound valuation opportunities can lead to significant returns [1][2]. Group 1: Performance Divergence - Since 2025, "small new stocks" have significantly outperformed "old stocks," with the "small new stock" portfolio rising by 183.8% compared to just 3.9% for "old stocks" [2]. - From April 7, 2025, "small new stocks" surged over 200%, while "old stocks" only increased by 13.6% [2]. - The "small new ETF" has risen by 53.1% since 2025, while the "old ETF" has only seen a 13.1% increase [2]. Group 2: Valuation and Market Activity - As of October 24, the PE ratio for "small new" sectors like electronics and computing is at the 99th percentile since 2019, while "old" sectors like real estate and liquor are at the 56th percentile [8]. - The trading volume for "small new" sectors has increased to 33%, while "old" sectors have dropped to below 2.8%, indicating a significant divergence in market activity [8]. Group 3: Investment Strategy - The report stresses the importance of not only selecting high-quality stocks ("buy good") but also ensuring they are purchased at favorable valuations ("buy well") to achieve high returns [11]. - Historical examples illustrate that higher growth does not guarantee better returns, as seen in the comparison between IBM and New Jersey Standard Oil from 1950 to 2003 [11][12]. - The banking sector has shown resilience, with a decline of only 3.9% compared to a 31.1% drop in the overall market, highlighting the potential for finding undervalued stocks with solid fundamentals [15]. Group 4: Market Trends and Seasonal Effects - The current market is characterized by a "small new stock" era, but there are seasonal opportunities for "old stocks," particularly in real estate, liquor, and brokerage sectors [20][29]. - Historical bull markets have shown that each cycle has a leading sector that aligns with prevailing economic trends, with AI and technology being the current focus [21]. - Seasonal effects suggest that value sectors may outperform in the fourth quarter, with historical data indicating a 64% success rate for value over growth during this period [23].

Group 1 - The report emphasizes the potential for a significant style switch in the fourth quarter, suggesting that the strong performance of mainstream stocks in Q3 may not continue into Q4, indicating a high probability of style switching [1][9]. - Historical analysis shows that in bull markets driven by liquidity, style switching is more pronounced compared to fundamental-driven bull markets, which tend to have less volatility and fewer style changes [1][2]. - The report introduces an "A-share high-cut low" index, which indicates that low-positioned stocks are becoming more effective, suggesting a shift in market dynamics [1][2]. Group 2 - The report notes that the current market is experiencing a "high-cut low" pricing process, characterized by high-positioned stocks declining while low-positioned stocks are rapidly rotating, indicating that a clear style switch has not yet formed [2]. - The mid-term style switch is highlighted, with a focus on the transition from value to growth stocks, marking the beginning of a new cycle in 2025 [2][24]. - Short-term observations indicate that the internal rotation of high and low-positioned technology stocks lacks clear patterns, relying more on industrial logic rather than trading sentiment [2][3]. Group 3 - The report discusses the relationship between A-share technology stocks and Hong Kong technology stocks, noting that the relative excess returns of the ChiNext index compared to the Hang Seng Tech index have peaked and are now declining [3][28]. - It highlights the difficulty in breaking through the high differentiation between technology and cyclical styles, with recent PPI stabilization making it challenging for these styles to diverge significantly [3][31]. - The report also mentions the convergence of M2 and social financing growth rates, indicating that large-cap stocks are currently outperforming small-cap stocks [3][36]. Group 4 - The report evaluates the potential transition from a "liquidity bull" to a "fundamental bull" in the fourth quarter, tracking signals related to geopolitical and economic cycles [3][4]. - It suggests that the upcoming APEC meeting and the end of the new round of US-China tariff exemptions may lead to a more stable internal and external environment, which is crucial for economic growth [4]. - The report anticipates that the true style switch may not occur until November, when low-positioned cyclical stocks could become the focus of investment strategies [4].

Market Performance - In September 2025, the average return of actively managed equity funds was 5.6%, while the CSI 300 index rose by 3.2% to 4641 points. Over 75% of the funds achieved positive returns this month [9][21]. - Growth funds performed the best with a median return of 8.5%. Value style funds faced pressure with an overall negative return, while sector-themed funds benefited from the non-ferrous metal market, achieving a maximum return of 31.3% [21][24]. - The performance of industry-themed funds showed significant differentiation, with high-end manufacturing, cyclical, and technology funds performing well. The top-performing technology fund was Yongying Technology Smart Selection A, with a return of 194.5% [24][29]. Equity Fund Multi-Strategy Overview - The report analyzed 2493 actively managed equity funds that met specific criteria, including a minimum scale of 100 million and a stock allocation exceeding 50% [32]. - The average goodness of fit for public funds relative to a single index was 0.78, indicating a slight increase in strategy concentration compared to the previous month [33]. - The distribution of equity fund strategies showed an increase in cyclical style, with a downward shift in investment strategy market capitalization. The most significant inflows were into the CSI 500, ChiNext Index, and CSI 1000 [39]. Fund Rating Changes - The report noted an increase in high-rated funds, with 39 AAA-rated funds and 99 AA+ rated funds, reflecting an overall improvement in fund ratings due to favorable market conditions. The proportion of value and small-cap high-performing funds increased from 16% to 18% [45][46]. - High-rated funds demonstrated excellent overall performance and robust investment management capabilities, showing good alpha sustainability in both short-term and long-term performance [52]. Outstanding Fund Monthly Tracking - The report identified 10 funds that exhibited significant performance improvement and management optimization, reflecting their investment strategies' adaptability to the current market environment [62]. - New funds with high return potential and differentiated competitive advantages were highlighted, with 7 new funds identified this month, primarily in quantitative strategies [60].

Market Overview - A-shares experienced a significant divergence in performance post-holiday, with the Shanghai Composite Index losing the 3900-point mark and the ChiNext Index dropping over 4% on Friday, marking its largest single-day decline since April 7 [1] - The average daily trading volume in the A-share market increased to 2.60 trillion yuan, indicating heightened market activity [1] Economic Data - Holiday consumption demonstrated resilience in domestic demand, although per capita travel spending decreased year-on-year, reflecting limited consumer willingness [1] - The tightening of U.S.-China relations has led to a reduction in market risk appetite, with potential short-term impacts on domestic equity markets [2] Industry Insights - The cyclical sectors led the market gains, while technology and growth sectors lagged behind [1] - The short-term market style is expected to rebalance, with a focus on sectors showing performance, particularly in technology, AI, and domestic alternatives like semiconductors and energy storage [3] - Non-bank financial sectors such as brokerage, insurance, and financial IT are anticipated to see improvements in both valuation and performance [3] Policy and Future Outlook - The upcoming "14th Five-Year Plan" draft is expected to provide clear guidance for industrial development and economic restructuring, serving as a significant policy catalyst for the fourth quarter [2] - Despite the current market challenges, there remains a positive outlook for incremental capital inflows into the equity market, supported by stable economic fundamentals and a potential Fed rate cut cycle [2]

Core Viewpoint - The A-share market is experiencing a high-level adjustment, with profit-taking occurring in previously hot sectors such as artificial intelligence and solid-state batteries, although overall market activity remains robust with more stocks rising than falling [1] Group 1: Market Performance - As of the market close, the number of rising stocks (2774) exceeded the number of falling stocks (2536), and over 70 stocks hit the daily limit up, indicating sustained high levels of market activity [1] - Despite the high-level adjustment, the sell-off is primarily concentrated in previously hot sectors, suggesting a rotation rather than a broad market decline [1] Group 2: Future Outlook - According to a report from Industrial Securities, after a period of consolidation since September, the A-share market is poised for a new upward momentum, with expectations for a "red October" [1] - Global monetary and fiscal easing expectations have positively influenced risk assets worldwide, including U.S. stocks, Japanese stocks, gold, and Bitcoin, creating a favorable macro environment for the A-share market post-holiday [1] - The upcoming third-quarter earnings reports in October are expected to shift market focus towards sectors with strong performance indicators, particularly in AI, advanced manufacturing, cyclical industries, and finance, as previous valuation concerns in hot sectors are gradually resolved [1] - The latter part of October will see a series of policy catalysts that could elevate market risk appetite and provide more opportunities for investment [1]

Core Viewpoint - The A-share market has entered a new phase of industry rotation, characterized by a slowdown in rotation speed but an increase in market differentiation [1][2][5] Group 1: Market Rotation Characteristics - The industry rotation speed has decreased since July, following a technology-led market rally, and is currently at the historical median over the past decade [2][5] - Despite the slowdown in rotation speed, the intensity of market differentiation has reached a new high for the year, indicating a significant structural divergence [5][6] Group 2: Driving Forces Behind Market Rotation - The core logic driving the current rotation is the interplay between liquidity and fundamentals, with liquidity being a major factor in the short term [6][7] - Different market phases are identified: liquidity-driven phases favor sectors like advanced manufacturing and TMT, while fundamental-driven phases benefit consumption, cyclical, and financial sectors [6][8] Group 3: Investment Strategies - Investment strategies should focus on balanced allocation to cope with moderate rotation speeds, while also identifying key opportunities in leading sectors [8][9] - Specific recommendations include focusing on the TMT sector due to strong catalysts and considering a shift to financial sectors as the market evolves [8][9] - The "dumbbell strategy" is suggested for long-term investors, emphasizing a tilt towards technology growth sectors while maintaining some exposure to dividend-paying stocks [9]

Core Viewpoint - The current bull market is primarily driven by liquidity, potentially entering its mid-stage, with TMT (Technology, Media, and Telecommunications) likely becoming the main focus in this phase [4][7]. Group 1: Bull Market Types and Stages - Bull markets can be categorized into two types: fundamental-driven and liquidity-driven, with significant price increases observed since 2010 [4]. - The stages of a bull market are divided into three phases: early, mid, and late, based on the presence of significant pullbacks in the Shanghai Composite Index [4]. Group 2: Historical Sector Rotation Patterns - Historically, there is no consistent long-term leading sector in bull markets; instead, sectors exhibit phase-specific opportunities [5]. - In liquidity-driven markets, sectors such as advanced manufacturing, TMT, and finance tend to show phase-specific opportunities, while in fundamental-driven markets, consumption, cyclical, and finance sectors are more favorable [5]. Group 3: Current Investment Focus - Currently, TMT is highlighted as a key sector to watch, with potential catalysts including strong domestic substitution demand and an anticipated interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve [7][8]. - If the market transitions to a fundamental-driven phase, advanced manufacturing will be a sector of interest, with real estate becoming more relevant in the later stages of the bull market [8].

Summary of Key Points from Conference Call Records Industry or Company Involved - The discussion primarily revolves around the **chemical industry**, **non-gold and non-rare earth metals**, **new energy-related chemicals**, and **cyclical sectors** such as **engineering machinery** [1][3]. Core Insights and Arguments - **Market Performance**: In Q1 2025, sectors like **brokerage and innovative software** performed poorly, while the **robotics sector** showed resilience, indicating that strong sectors may not maintain their performance during corrections, with a probability of only **55%** [1][2]. - **Historical Data Analysis**: Historical data suggests that industries with mid-level performance that exhibit excess returns during corrections have a **70%** chance of outperforming in the next upward wave [2]. - **Investment Recommendations**: It is advised to focus on the **chemical sector**, **non-gold and non-rare earth metals**, and **new energy-related chemicals**, as well as cyclical sectors and engineering machinery, which have recently shown excess returns [1][3]. - **Chemical Sector Recovery**: The chemical sector has undergone a three-year clearing process and is currently at the forefront of recovery or at the end of the clearing phase, indicating investment potential [1][3]. - **PPI Recovery Expectations**: There is a high market expectation for the **Producer Price Index (PPI)** to turn positive, with predictions that this will occur by the end of this year or early next year, which would benefit cyclical styles [4][5]. - **Cyclical Style Outlook**: A positive outlook for cyclical styles is maintained for the next **6 months or more**, with expectations of better performance in **2026** [5]. Other Important but Potentially Overlooked Content - **Probability Insights**: If the current main sectors weaken during corrections, there is a **2/3** chance that they will not achieve excess returns in the next wave compared to the market. Conversely, if mid-level sectors show excess returns during corrections, they have an **80%** chance of outperforming in subsequent growth phases [6]. - **Market Adjustment**: Although the market has not fully adjusted, there is an expectation that cyclical styles may perform better in **2026**, suggesting a need for early rebalancing of investment strategies [6].