Summary of Key Points from the Conference Call Industry Overview - The focus for 2026 in Asian markets will shift from AI-driven stocks to growth opportunities beyond AI, dividends, and previously overlooked stories in Asia [2][12][14] - Key themes include structural stories in energy self-sufficiency, new technology, financial deepening, and the growth of formal retail in ASEAN [12][14] Company-Specific Insights 1. Harbin Electric (1133 HK) - **Sector**: Electrical Equipment - **Market Cap**: USD 3.648 billion - **Current Price**: HKD 15.53; **Target Price**: HKD 22.00 - **PE Ratio**: 10.7; **PB Ratio**: 1.6; **ROE**: 16.2% - **Key Points**: - Benefiting from China's push for energy self-sufficiency, particularly in coal and nuclear power [16][18] - Expected earnings CAGR of 34% from 2024-2027 [19] - Potential inclusion in Stock Connect in 2026 [19] 2. Horizon Robotics (9660 HK) - **Sector**: Auto Components - **Market Cap**: USD 14.901 billion - **Current Price**: CNY 8.44; **Target Price**: CNY 11.00 - **Key Points**: - Positioned to benefit from the growth of autonomous driving technology [23][25] - Expected revenue CAGR of 64% from 2025-2027 [27] 3. Goldwind Science & Tech (002202 CH) - **Sector**: Electric Utilities - **Market Cap**: USD 8.753 billion - **Current Price**: CNY 15.35; **Target Price**: CNY 20.40 - **Key Points**: - Leading manufacturer of wind turbines with strong demand in emerging markets [30][32] - Expected net profit growth of 58% in 2025 [32] 4. Trip.com Group (TCOM US) - **Sector**: Internet Software & Services - **Market Cap**: USD 48.707 billion - **Current Price**: USD 74.52; **Target Price**: USD 90.00 - **Key Points**: - Dominates China's online travel market with over 50% GTV [39] - Expected revenue growth of 15% CAGR from 2025-2027 [39] 5. BOCHK Holdings (2388 HK) - **Sector**: Commercial Banks - **Market Cap**: USD 54.013 billion - **Current Price**: HKD 39.70; **Target Price**: HKD 45.20 - **Key Points**: - Benefits from increased cross-border opportunities and offers a 5.5% dividend yield [44][46] 6. PB Fintech (POLICYBZ IN) - **Sector**: Internet Software & Services - **Market Cap**: USD 8.999 billion - **Current Price**: INR 1,734.70; **Target Price**: INR 2,250.00 - **Key Points**: - Operates India's largest online insurance marketplace [49] - Expected revenue CAGR of 30% from 2025-2028 [51] 7. Phoenix Mills (PHNX IN) - **Sector**: Real Estate Management & Development - **Market Cap**: USD 6.904 billion - **Current Price**: INR 1,714.80; **Target Price**: INR 2,110.00 - **Key Points**: - Largest mall operator in India, evolving into a mixed-use developer [54][56] 8. E-Mart (139480 KS) - **Sector**: Multiline Retail - **Market Cap**: USD 1.482 billion - **Current Price**: KRW 79,000.00; **Target Price**: KRW 120,000.00 - **Key Points**: - Trading at 0.2x PB, highlighting deep value [59] - Transformation into a multiline retailer with various catalysts for growth [60] 9. E Ink Holdings (8069 TT) - **Sector**: Technology - **Market Cap**: Not specified - **Current Price**: TWD 169.00; **Target Price**: TWD 305.00 - **Key Points**: - Holds over 90% of the global e-paper market and expanding capacity [62] 10. ICTSI (ICT PM) - **Sector**: Transport & Logistics - **Market Cap**: Not specified - **Current Price**: PHP 558.50; **Target Price**: PHP 630.00 - **Key Points**: - Offers growth and yield at attractive valuations [62] 11. City Developments (CIT SP) - **Sector**: Real Estate Management & Development - **Market Cap**: Not specified - **Current Price**: SGD 7.43; **Target Price**: SGD 11.00 - **Key Points**: - Positioned to benefit from a turnaround in Singapore's property sector [62] 12. Sumber Alfaria Trijaya (AMRT IJ) - **Sector**: Retail - **Market Cap**: Not specified - **Current Price**: IDR 1,895.00; **Target Price**: IDR 2,900.00 - **Key Points**: - Expected to benefit from policies boosting consumption in Indonesia [62] Additional Insights - Asian dividends have doubled over the last 20 years, indicating potential for further increases in payout ratios [12] - The report emphasizes the importance of EPS growth for continued market gains, particularly in China [12][14]

Crude Oil Market - Crude oil prices remained steady in Asian trading, with Brent Oil Futures at $62.45 per barrel and WTI at $57.91 per barrel, following a weekly loss of approximately 3% [2] - The U.S. and Ukraine have agreed on a refined peace framework, which could potentially increase global oil supply if Russian oil flows resume, although analysts believe a deal is unlikely soon due to unresolved issues [3] - New U.S. sanctions on Russian oil firms, effective November 21, restrict crude exports, but market skepticism remains regarding their long-term impact [3] South Korean Currency Market - South Korean authorities are discussing stabilization measures for the won, which has seen increased volatility, recently surpassing ₩1,470 per dollar [4] - The volatility is attributed to a surge in overseas investments by Korean residents and an imbalance in dollar demand and supply [5] - The National Pension Service, holding 44% of its assets in overseas stocks and bonds, is a key focus for potential adjustments to stabilize the currency [5] Alibaba and AI Market - Alibaba's Qwen chatbot has surpassed 10 million downloads, indicating a strong push into the consumer AI market and positively impacting its stock [6][7] - The Qwen3-Max-Preview model features over one trillion parameters, positioning Alibaba as a leading generative AI provider in China [8] - Alibaba's strategic investments in AI aim to reduce reliance on U.S.-made chips and enhance its competitive edge [8] Hong Kong's Trade and Technology Initiatives - Hong Kong's Financial Secretary is leading a delegation to Italy to showcase technological advancements and strengthen business ties [9] - The delegation includes start-ups from various sectors, aiming to attract European companies to the Asian markets [10] Chinese Power Equipment Industry - Chinese power equipment manufacturers are experiencing a surge in demand due to the global AI boom, particularly in the U.S. and emerging markets [11] - Exports of transformers and high-voltage GIS from China increased significantly, with a 37.8% rise in transformers and a 28.5% rise in GIS in the first ten months of the year [12] - Companies like Sieyuan Electric reported substantial revenue and profit increases, driven by strong overseas demand [12]

Core Points - The 2025 China Innovation Method Competition concluded on November 21, with Shaanxi province achieving outstanding results, winning 5 first prizes, 3 second prizes, and 1 third prize, the highest number of first prizes in the country [1] - The competition, one of the most influential events in the field of technological innovation, attracted 7,139 projects from 31 provincial regions, covering various sectors including aerospace, new generation information technology, electric equipment, petrochemicals, and automotive manufacturing [1] - A total of 210 projects advanced to the finals, competing for national first, second, and third prizes, as well as excellence awards, with 11 projects reaching the television competition for gold, silver, and bronze awards [1] Industry Insights - The Shaanxi Provincial Association for Science and Technology has prioritized the promotion of innovative methods, using the competition as a key tool to support scientific workers and drive technological innovation [1] - The association has hosted the Shaanxi Provincial Innovation Method Competition for five consecutive years, successfully identifying and selecting a number of excellent projects and innovative talents [1] - Future plans include summarizing the competition's experiences to enhance training coverage and specificity, guiding more frontline scientific workers to master and apply innovative theories, methods, and tools, thereby improving their problem-solving and technological innovation capabilities [1]

Group 1 - A-shares experienced a collective decline on November 21, 2025, with the Shanghai Composite Index down 1.88%, the Shenzhen Component down 2.72%, and the ChiNext down 3.18% [1] - Foreign investment institutions are increasingly allocating to Chinese assets, with UBS reporting a slight increase in Chinese positions across various funds in Q3 [1] - Major foreign institutions like JPMorgan, BNP Paribas, and Merrill Lynch have increased their allocations to A-shares, focusing on sectors such as electrical equipment, chemicals, and software services [1] Group 2 - Current market style diffusion is driven by valuation, expectations, and capital, which may continue for 1-2 quarters, but a shift to a more significant market trend requires the realization of value stock earnings logic [2] - The outlook for the Chinese economy remains positive, supported by policies aimed at reducing internal competition, increasing the likelihood of breaking the negative feedback loop of "price-demand" [2] - The certainty of an A-share bull market is gradually strengthening, with market corrections seen as potential buying opportunities [2] Group 3 - As of November 21, 2025, the CSI A500 Index fell by 1.52%, with the A500 ETF leading in trading volume at 7.96 billion yuan [3] - The top-performing stocks within the A500 ETF included Transsion Holdings, BlueFocus Communication Group, and Hengli Hydraulic, while Tianhua New Energy and others faced declines [3] - The A500 ETF is designed to provide balanced exposure to quality leading companies across various industries, with the top three sectors being electronics (13.86%), electrical equipment (11.14%), and banking (7.62%) [3]

Core Insights - Polen Capital's "Polen U.S. Small Cap Growth Strategy" achieved a return of 21.4% gross and 21.1% net of fees in Q3 2025, outperforming the Russell 2000 Growth Index which returned 12.2% [1] Company Performance - Powell Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:POWL) was highlighted as a top contributor to the portfolio's performance, benefiting from increased capital expenditure in data centers and the trend towards onshoring manufacturing in the U.S. [3] - Powell Industries reported total revenue of $286 million in Q3 2025, slightly down from $288 million in the same quarter of the previous year [4] Stock Analysis - Powell Industries' stock experienced a one-month return of -21.84% and a 52-week decline of 1.58%, closing at $285.29 per share with a market capitalization of $3.443 billion on November 19, 2025 [2] - The company is not among the top 30 most popular stocks among hedge funds, with 27 hedge fund portfolios holding its stock at the end of Q2 2025, an increase from 23 in the previous quarter [4]

Report Summary 1) Report Industry Investment Rating - No industry investment rating is provided in the report. 2) Core Views - BCA Research warns that the AI bubble may burst within 6 to 12 months, advising investors to be neutral in the short - term and underweight stocks in the medium - term, and to focus on forward - looking indicators such as analyst expectations and GPU costs [2] - Morgan大通 believes the power equipment bull market is in the early to mid - stage. AI - driven power consumption growth is accelerating, and leading power equipment companies' order backlogs are 2.5 to 2.8 times their revenues, with profitability visibility locked until 2027 - 2028. Asian and Chinese companies with cost advantages and delivery capabilities may gain more market share and enjoy higher overseas profits [2][3] 3) Summary by Relevant Catalogs [Fundamental Tracking] - **Price and Volume**: The closing price of SHFE zinc futures was 22,420 yuan/ton, up 0.49%, and the LME zinc 3M electronic trading closed at $2,990.5/ton, up 0.03%. The trading volume of SHFE zinc futures was 91,247 lots, down 2,222 lots, and the LME zinc trading volume was 14,603 lots, up 3,454 lots. The open interest of SHFE zinc futures was 67,487 lots, down 14,839 lots, and the LME zinc open interest was 224,451 lots, down 3,059 lots [1] - **Premium and Discount**: The premium of Shanghai 0 zinc was 30 yuan/ton, up 10 yuan/ton; the LME CASH - 3M premium was $129.76/ton, up $29.76/ton. The import bill of lading premium was $135/ton, unchanged [1] - **Inventory**: SHFE zinc futures inventory was 75,314 tons, down 1,473 tons; LME zinc inventory was 45,075 tons, up 1,550 tons. The LME zinc cancelled warrants were 3,525 tons, up 100 tons; the LME off - warrant (T + 3) was 23,736 tons, up 921 tons [1] - **Related Products**: The price of 1.0mm hot - dipped galvanized coil was 4,150 yuan/ton, down 7 yuan/ton. The price of Shanghai Zamak - 5 zinc alloy was 23,645 yuan/ton, up 100 yuan/ton; the price of Shanghai Zamak - 3 zinc alloy was 23,095 yuan/ton, up 100 yuan/ton; the price of zinc oxide ≥99.7% was 21,500 yuan/ton, up 100 yuan/ton [1] [News] - **AI Bubble Warning**: BCA Research analyzed four capital expenditure booms and summarized five collapse rules. The current AI boom shows warning signs, and the AI bubble may burst within 6 to 12 months [2] - **Power Equipment Market**: Morgan大通 believes the power equipment bull market is in the early to mid - stage. AI drives power consumption growth, leading to supply - demand imbalance. Asian and Chinese enterprises may benefit [2][3] [Trend Intensity] - The zinc trend intensity is 0, indicating a neutral outlook [3]

Group 1: AI Market Growth - The global AI market is experiencing rapid growth, with a projected market size of approximately $23.4 billion in 2024 and an expected increase to $274.5 billion by 2032, reflecting a CAGR of 36% [1] Group 2: Power Supply Challenges in the US - The current power capacity of data centers in the US is nearing its limit, with over 400 GW of power supply requests reaching 57% of the national peak load, but the actual implementation rate is only about 20% [4] - Microsoft CEO Nadella highlighted that a significant amount of AI chips (GPUs) are idle due to insufficient power and cooling capacity in data center rack space, rendering high-performance chips ineffective [4] Group 3: Investment in Power Distribution Systems - For a 5MW data center, the distribution system accounts for 55% of the construction cost, while the cooling system represents 19% [7] - The power supply system is evolving towards 800V/±400V high voltage direct current systems due to increased IT load power and limited physical space in data centers [9] Group 4: Company Performance - Siyi Electric - Siyi Electric, established in 1993, has become a leading private power equipment manufacturer in China, with a diverse product range and strong EPC capabilities [11] - In 2023, Siyi Electric achieved overseas revenue of 2.158 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 15.71%, with new overseas orders reaching 4.01 billion yuan, up 34% [14] - The company is expected to reach overseas revenue of 3.122 billion yuan in 2024, a growth of 44.67%, with overseas orders accounting for 20.2% of total revenue [14] Group 5: Company Performance - Jinpan Technology - Jinpan Technology's dry-type transformers are key products for the AI data center market, meeting the stringent power supply stability and efficiency requirements [23] - In the first three quarters of 2025, Jinpan Technology's revenue from AIDC and IDC sectors surged to 974 million yuan, a year-on-year increase of 337%, making it a significant part of the company's total revenue [23] - The company reported a revenue growth of 8.25% in the first three quarters of 2025, with net profit growth reaching 20.27%, indicating improved profitability [26]

Summary of Dongfang Electric-A Conference Call Company Overview - **Company**: Dongfang Electric Corp Ltd - **Industry**: Electric Components & Equipment - **Market Cap**: Rmb77.3 billion (approximately US$10.9 billion) [7] Key Highlights 1. Capital Expenditure (Capex) Outlook - Management projects an annual capex of approximately Rmb60 billion during the 15th Five-Year Plan, which is 50% higher than the previous plan [3] - Focus areas for spending include: - High-end equipment bases (hydro, gas, nuclear) - Localized new-energy manufacturing (hydrogen, storage, digital factories) - Selective acquisitions in materials and power electronics [3] 2. Growth in Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Services - The O&M service segment is identified as a strategic growth engine, with over 825GW of cumulative installed power equipment capacity [4] - The service segment's gross margin exceeds 40%, with expectations for further scaling to support recurring and high-return revenue [4] 3. Export Potential - Management highlighted an increase in global demand for gas turbines due to tightening generation capacity [5] - The self-developed G50 gas turbine has achieved its first export delivery, with plans to explore future overseas opportunities [5] Analyst Perspective - UBS views Dongfang's updates as structurally positive, with higher capex intensity and an O&M service-driven earnings model supporting medium-term growth visibility [6] - The potential expansion into overseas markets is seen as a long-term growth option [6] Financial Metrics - **12-Month Rating**: Buy - **12-Month Price Target**: Rmb37.80 - **Current Price (as of 06 Nov 2025)**: Rmb22.79 [7] - **Revenue Forecasts**: - 2025E: Rmb81.36 billion - 2026E: Rmb90.42 billion - 2027E: Rmb101.51 billion [10] Earnings Per Share (EPS) Estimates - 2025E: Rmb1.32 - 2026E: Rmb1.66 - 2027E: Rmb2.11 [8] Risks and Considerations - Key downside risks include: - Slower-than-expected recovery in demand for power generation equipment - Lower-than-anticipated average selling prices or unfavorable cost structures - Delays in transitioning to higher-value O&M services - Slower progress in nuclear technology development [13] Conclusion - Dongfang Electric is positioned for growth through increased capex, expansion of O&M services, and potential international market opportunities, despite facing certain risks that could impact its performance in the near term.

Core Insights - Hitachi Group emphasizes its commitment to the Chinese market and showcases its innovative solutions at the 8th China International Import Expo, highlighting its strategic focus on collaboration and local partnerships [1][3][5] Group 1: Company Strategy and Market Position - Hitachi views China as a significant market with vast potential, and the Import Expo serves as a unique bridge connecting global innovation with Chinese demand [3] - The company aims to demonstrate its determination to address China's social development needs and deepen collaborative innovation with local partners [3][5] Group 2: Key Innovations and Solutions - At the expo, Hitachi focuses on four major business areas: green energy, smart cities, advanced manufacturing and industrial digitalization, and healthcare and elderly care [5] - The introduction of the EconiQ 550 kV gas-insulated switchgear, which eliminates greenhouse gas SF6, aligns with China's dual carbon goals [5] - The healthcare segment showcases a comprehensive service covering prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and health management, including a proton therapy system that has treated over 120,000 patients [5] Group 3: Collaborations and Technological Advancements - Hitachi Elevator signed new strategic cooperation agreements with major construction companies, expanding collaboration into smart building solutions [5][6] - The innovative elevator inspection robot, utilizing AI technology for continuous monitoring, represents a shift towards digital transformation in elevator maintenance [6] - Hitachi's advanced manufacturing solutions, including comprehensive factory planning and lithium battery lifecycle testing, support the high-end transformation of the manufacturing industry [6] Group 4: Future Outlook - Hitachi plans to continue its "In China, With China, For China" approach, focusing on open collaboration with Chinese customers and partners in key areas like green energy and smart cities [6]

Group 1 - The ChiNext Index increased by 0.6% this week, while the ChiNext Growth Index rose by 0.5%, and the ChiNext Mid-Cap 200 Index fell by 0.3% [1][3] - The average daily trading volume of the ChiNext ETF (159915) was nearly 4 billion yuan this week [1] - The ChiNext is closely aligned with the AI and new energy industry chains, with significant capital expenditure increases expected from North America's major cloud providers, exceeding 300 billion USD by 2025 [1][3] Group 2 - The rolling price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio for the ChiNext Index is 41.4 times, while the ChiNext Growth Index stands at 41.1 times, and the ChiNext Mid-Cap 200 Index is at 110.4 times [3][5] - The ChiNext Mid-Cap 200 Index consists of 200 stocks with medium market capitalization and good liquidity, primarily reflecting the performance of mid-cap representative companies in the ChiNext market [4] - The ChiNext Growth Index is composed of 50 stocks with prominent growth styles and high earnings growth, with the power equipment, pharmaceutical, and communication sectors accounting for about 60% of its composition [4] Group 3 - The new energy sector is expected to see significant performance improvements by Q3 2025, with storage demand exceeding expectations and battery supply tight, leading to price increases [1] - The historical performance of the ChiNext Index shows a cumulative increase of 49.8% year-to-date and 38.2% over the past year [7] - The ChiNext Growth Index has shown a cumulative increase of 65.4% year-to-date and 50.8% over the past year [7]