Core Viewpoint - The Hong Kong stock market is currently in a left-side layout phase, with strong expectations for an early spring rally, but there are still supply and demand pressures at year-end, and the right-side turning point remains unclear [1] Group 1: Market Analysis - The Hong Kong Stock Connect Dividend Low Volatility ETF (159118) saw a slight increase of 0.10% as of December 26, with top-performing holdings including China Wangwang, China Merchants Port, and Cheung Kong Infrastructure Group [1] - The chief macroeconomic analyst at Huatai Securities, Yi Shan, suggests that the market's expectations for a spring rally are strong, but year-end supply and demand pressures persist [1] - The anticipated improvement in the funding environment is expected to come from a reallocation of funds at the beginning of next year and the appreciation of the Renminbi [1] Group 2: External Environment - The overall overseas liquidity is trending towards being accommodative, and the expectation of further easing may be enhanced due to the upcoming change in the Federal Reserve chairmanship [1] - Concerns regarding potential interest rate hikes by the Bank of Japan have not materialized, alleviating some investor worries [1] Group 3: Fund Characteristics - The Hong Kong Stock Connect Dividend Low Volatility ETF (159118) closely tracks the S&P Hong Kong Stock Connect Low Volatility Dividend Index, which has historically outperformed the Hang Seng Index and other dividend-related indices [1] - The fund's holdings are primarily large-cap value stocks, with the top three sectors being real estate, utilities, and banking [1] - The fund management fee is set at an annual rate of 0.15%, while the custody fee is at 0.05%, supporting investors in a "dividend + low volatility" dual-factor strategy [1]

Investment Rating - The report indicates a significant increase in electricity demand from data centers, projecting their share of total electricity consumption in the U.S. to rise from 6% last year to 18% by 2030, and potentially reaching 20% in the early 2030s [3][4]. Core Insights - Data centers are becoming increasingly important in the U.S. electricity landscape, with a forecasted addition of approximately 150 gigawatts of data center capacity by 2030, which will exert substantial pressure on the power grid [3][4]. - Utility companies are facing challenges in managing affordability and reliability due to the rapid growth of data centers, which is outpacing the development of new power generation capacity [5][6]. - There are regional differences in the impact of data center growth on electricity prices, with some areas experiencing more significant effects than others, particularly in states with fluctuating electricity prices [8][9]. Summary by Sections Data Center Electricity Demand - Data centers accounted for 6% of total electricity consumption in the U.S. last year, with expectations to triple this share by 2030 [3]. - The anticipated growth in data center capacity will necessitate extensive upgrades to transmission systems and the construction of new power generation facilities [4]. Utility Company Challenges - The primary challenge for utility companies is managing the affordability of electricity as data center demand increases, which could lead to higher consumer bills [5]. - Reliability is also a critical concern, as the growth in electricity demand is outpacing the supply from new power generation facilities [5]. Regional Variations - There are notable regional differences in the growth of data centers and their impact on electricity prices, with areas like New England and New York seeing less significant growth [8]. - States with more volatile electricity pricing structures may face unique challenges in isolating the impact of data centers on consumer prices [9].

格隆汇12月24日丨大众公用(600635.SH)在投资者互动平台表示，公司没有直接参股商业航天领域企 业。 ...

Core Viewpoint - Binhai Investment (02886) announced a share buyback plan, indicating confidence in its stock value and future prospects [1] Group 1 - The company will repurchase 106,000 shares at a total cost of HKD 117.6 million [1] - The buyback price per share ranges from HKD 1.10 to HKD 1.11 [1] - The buyback is scheduled to take place on December 24, 2025 [1]

Meeting Information - The company will hold its 2025 Third Extraordinary General Meeting of Shareholders on December 30, 2025, at 15:00 [2] - The meeting will combine on-site voting and online voting through the Shenzhen Stock Exchange system and internet platform [3] - The record date for shareholders to attend the meeting is December 23, 2025 [4] Attendance and Registration - All ordinary shareholders registered with China Securities Depository and Clearing Co., Ltd. Shenzhen Branch as of the record date are entitled to attend the meeting [4] - Shareholders can register for the meeting in person or via mail, email, or fax, providing necessary documentation [8] - Registration will be open from December 25 to December 26, 2025 [9] Meeting Agenda - The meeting will review several proposals, with specific proposals requiring a two-thirds majority vote from attending shareholders [7] - Proposals 1.00, 2.00, and 3.00 are classified as special resolutions [7] Voting Process - Shareholders can participate in online voting through the Shenzhen Stock Exchange trading system and internet voting system on December 30, 2025 [11] - Detailed procedures for online voting are provided, including the need for identity verification [20] Contact Information - For inquiries, shareholders can contact the company via phone, fax, or email [10]

Market Overview - The A-share market showed an upward trend on Tuesday morning, with major indices reaching recent rebound highs, but there was a pullback in the afternoon, reflecting cautious market sentiment [2][9] - The overall market remains in a volatile state, lacking effective support from new momentum, whether from macro policies or micro corporate earnings improvements, which are currently in a relative vacuum period [11] Sector Analysis - **New Energy Sector**: Stocks in the new energy sector, including energy metals, batteries, and lithium mining, showed collective gains. The demand for lithium batteries, photovoltaics, wind power, and energy storage continues to grow as global efforts to achieve carbon neutrality progress [7][9] - **Precious Metals Sector**: The precious metals sector saw an increase, driven by rising prices of gold, silver, platinum, and palladium. Factors contributing to this trend include the onset of a Federal Reserve rate cut cycle, increased geopolitical tensions, and strong demand for gold as a strategic reserve [8][9] Investment Strategy - The report suggests maintaining a consistent investment approach, focusing on sectors with performance support, such as technology growth (semiconductors, AI themes, robotics), cyclical industries (photovoltaics, batteries, chemicals), and dividend stocks (banks, utilities) [3][11] - Investors are advised to avoid high-valuation stocks lacking earnings support and to consider buying on dips in sectors with solid fundamentals [3][11]

Core Insights - The overall shareholding ratio of southbound funds in Hong Kong Stock Connect stocks is 19.37%, with 250 stocks having a shareholding ratio exceeding 20% [1] - Southbound funds hold a total of 4,927.94 million shares, accounting for 19.37% of the total share capital of the stocks, with a market value of 61,492.48 billion HKD, representing 14.62% of the total market value [1] - The stocks with the highest shareholding ratios by southbound funds are China Telecom (71.99%), Gree Power (70.09%), and China Resources Power (68.82%) [1] Group 1: Shareholding Distribution - 250 stocks have a shareholding ratio of over 20%, 128 stocks have a ratio between 10% and 20%, 94 stocks between 5% and 10%, 82 stocks between 1% and 5%, and 25 stocks below 1% [1] - Among the stocks with over 20% shareholding by southbound funds, 128 are AH concept stocks, making up 51.20% of that group [1] Group 2: Industry Concentration - The stocks with over 20% shareholding by southbound funds are primarily concentrated in the healthcare, industrial, and financial sectors, with 57, 36, and 34 stocks respectively [2] - The top stocks by shareholding ratio include: - China Telecom: 999,044.23 thousand shares, 71.99% of issued shares, closing price 5.550 HKD, daily change -0.18% [2] - Gree Power: 28,345.30 thousand shares, 70.09%, closing price 5.310 HKD, daily change +1.34% [2] - China Resources Power: 36,728.40 thousand shares, 68.82%, closing price 3.370 HKD, daily change -3.44% [2]

近日，中邮保险增持四川路桥，完成中邮保险年内的第四次举牌，险资"长钱"加速入市。 随着中邮保险的举牌成功，今年险资的举牌次数达到39次，仅次于2015年的62次，为历史第二高。回顾 2025年险资举牌行为，呈现出举牌热情高涨、单一标的获多次举牌、举牌标的集中于H股等特点。业内 人士分析认为，预计2026年这一趋势仍将延续。从举牌资产所属板块来看，传统板块仍具有压舱石地 位，但科技板块的比重有望增加。 H股成险资举牌重地 险资举牌热潮或将延续 12月18日晚间，四川路桥披露的信息显示，中邮保险对其累计持股达4.35亿股，占公司总股本5.00%， 正式完成举牌。 这并非是中邮保险首次出手，此前它已经相继布局东航物流、绿色动力环保H股及中国通号H股。 类似的举牌动作近期并不鲜见。12月初，瑞众人寿就公告称，12月5日买入青岛啤酒H股20万股，累计 持有青岛啤酒H股3276.4万股，占该上市公司H股股本的5%，由此触发举牌。 而在11月26日，泰康人寿也发布了举牌复宏汉霖H股的相关信息，披露其通过受托人泰康资产管理（香 港）有限公司（以下简称"泰康资产香港"）管理的账户，于11月20日在二级市场买入复宏汉霖H股51. ...

Core Viewpoint - Gold is projected to be the biggest winner among commodities and safe-haven assets in 2025, with a significant increase in its price, while traditional safe-haven assets have underperformed compared to the S&P 500 index [1][4]. Group 1: Precious Metals Performance - Precious metals, including gold, silver, and platinum, have collectively surged in 2025, outperforming the MSCI global stock index, with gold prices rising over 70%, marking the largest increase since the 1979 oil crisis [1][4]. - Silver and platinum have also seen their prices more than double, indicating a strong performance across the precious metals sector [1][4]. Group 2: Market Dynamics - The unexpected resilience of the global economy, coupled with rising geopolitical tensions and concerns over an "AI bubble," has contributed to the extreme pricing dynamics where traditional safe-haven assets have failed [1][7]. - The defense and military sector has emerged as an alternative safe haven, with U.S. aerospace and defense stocks rising by 36% and European counterparts increasing by 55% due to rearmament efforts in Europe [4][8]. Group 3: Traditional Safe-Haven Assets - Traditional safe-haven assets, such as government bonds and defensive stocks, have underperformed significantly, with global government bond prices unexpectedly declining by about 1% [15][17]. - The performance of traditional defensive sectors, including utilities and consumer staples, has lagged behind the S&P 500 index, with consumer staples being the worst-performing sector, rising only about 2% [17][18]. Group 4: Currency Performance - The Japanese yen and Swiss franc, typically viewed as safe-haven currencies, have also disappointed in 2025, with the yen declining approximately 4% against major trading partners [20][21]. - The U.S. dollar index (DXY) experienced a significant drop of 12% during periods of geopolitical turmoil, indicating a lack of safe-haven characteristics for both the dollar and yen in 2025 [23][21]. Group 5: Volatility Strategies - Volatility strategies, often used as hedging tools, have failed to deliver returns in 2025, with the VIX index reflecting lower volatility levels by year-end compared to the beginning of the year [24][26].

Core Insights - The article highlights the increasing trend of insurance capital (险资) in China, particularly focusing on the surge in shareholding activities, with a total of 39 instances of shareholding increases recorded in 2025, marking the second-highest level in history after 2015 [2][4]. Group 1: Shareholding Activities - Zhongyou Insurance has increased its stake in Sichuan Road and Bridge, reaching a total of 435 million shares, which constitutes 5.00% of the company's total equity, marking its fourth shareholding increase this year [3]. - Other insurance companies, such as Ruizhong Life and Taikang Life, have also engaged in similar shareholding activities, with Taikang Life triggering multiple shareholding increases in companies like Fuhong Hanlin and participating as a cornerstone investor in the IPO of Fengcai Technology [3][4]. - The trend of multiple shareholding increases by the same insurance company in a single target has been observed, with companies like Hongkang Life and Ping An Life making several increases in their holdings in banks [4]. Group 2: Investment Trends and Characteristics - The insurance capital's shareholding activities are characterized by a preference for high Return on Equity (ROE) and high dividend stocks, indicating a strategic focus on long-term investments that enhance the ROE of the insurance companies themselves [6]. - The asset allocation of insurance funds has seen an increase, with the proportion of stocks and funds rising to 15.5% by the third quarter of 2025, creating more room for shareholding activities [6]. - The insurance capital's preference for H-shares reflects a broader trend of favoring dividend-paying assets, which is expected to continue into 2026, with a potential shift towards growth sectors [7][8]. Group 3: Regulatory Support and Future Outlook - Recent regulatory changes, including the adjustment of risk factors for long-term holdings of certain equity assets, are expected to support the ongoing trend of shareholding increases by insurance companies [7]. - Analysts predict that the high frequency of shareholding activities will persist into 2026, with a gradual shift in focus towards more dynamic sectors, particularly technology stocks [8].