Report Information - Report date: October 20, 2025 [3] - Report title: Full Variety Spread Daily Report [3] Core Data Summary Ferrous Metals - **Silicon Iron (SF601)**: Spot price 5558, futures price 5430, basis 128, basis rate 2.36%, historical quantile 73.10% [1] - **Silicon Manganese (SM601)**: Spot price 5718, historical quantile 65.20% [1] - **Rebar (RB2601)**: Spot price 3200, futures price 3037, basis 66, basis rate 2.06%, historical quantile 66.70% [1] - **Hot - Rolled Coil (HC2601)**: Spot price 3270, futures price 3204, historical quantile 46.10% [1] - **Iron Ore (I2601)**: Spot price (equivalent price) 832, futures price 771, basis 61, basis rate 7.91%, historical quantile 49.60% [1] - **Coke (J2601)**: Spot price (equivalent price) 1676, futures price 1603, basis - 73, basis rate - 4.38%, historical quantile 26.49% [1] - **Coking Coal (JM2601)**: Spot price (equivalent price) 1257, futures price 1179, basis 78, basis rate 6.62%, historical quantile 45.50% [1] Non - Ferrous Metals - **Copper (CU2512)**: Spot price 84775, futures price 84390, basis 385, basis rate 0.46%, historical quantile 82.08% [1] - **Aluminum (AL2512)**: Spot price 20950, futures price 20910, basis 40, basis rate 0.19%, historical quantile 68.12% [1] - **Alumina (AO2601)**: Spot price 2921, futures price 2800, basis 121, historical quantile 60.13% [1] - **Zinc (ZN2511)**: Spot price 21815, futures price 21780, basis - 35, basis rate - 0.16%, historical quantile 52.29% [1] - **Tin (SN2511)**: Spot price 281000, futures price 280750, basis 250, basis rate 0.09%, historical quantile 57.70% [1] - **Nickel (NI251)**: Spot price 121550, futures price 121160, basis 390, basis rate 0.32%, historical quantile 76.87% [1] - **Stainless Steel (SS2512)**: Spot price 13170, futures price 12630, basis 540, basis rate 4.28%, historical quantile 92.25% [1] - **Lithium Carbonate (LC2511)**: Spot price 75700, futures price 73350, basis - 2350, basis rate - 3.10%, historical quantile 23.12% [1] - **Industrial Silicon (SI2511)**: Spot price 9350, futures price 920, historical quantile 61.14% [1] Agricultural Products - **Soybean Meal (M2601)**: Spot price 2870, futures price 2868, basis 2, basis rate 0.07%, historical quantile 35.00% [1] - **Soybean Oil (Y2601)**: Spot price 8410, futures price 8256, basis 154, basis rate 1.87%, historical quantile 32.10% [1] - **Palm Oil (P2601)**: Spot price 9308, futures price 9230, basis - 78, basis rate - 0.84%, historical quantile 7.00% [1] - **Rapeseed Meal (RM601)**: Spot price 2470, futures price 2306, basis 164, basis rate 7.11%, historical quantile 74.00% [1] - **Rapeseed Oil (Ol601)**: Spot price 10160, futures price 9861, basis 299, basis rate 3.03%, historical quantile 80.30% [1] - **Corn (C2601)**: Spot price 2130, futures price 2117, basis 13, basis rate 0.61%, historical quantile 49.80% [1] - **Corn Starch (CS2511)**: Spot price 2550, futures price 2374, basis 176, basis rate 7.41%, historical quantile 83.10% [1] - **Live Hogs (LH2601)**: Spot price 11670, futures price 11250, basis - 420, basis rate - 3.60%, historical quantile 30.90% [1] - **Eggs (JD2511)**: Spot price 3000, futures price 2805, basis 195, basis rate 6.95%, historical quantile 48.00% [1] - **Cotton (CF601)**: Spot price 13335, futures price 1182, basis 14517, basis rate 8.86%, historical quantile 79.80% [1] - **Sugar (SR601)**: Spot price 5810, futures price 5412, basis 398, basis rate 7.35%, historical quantile 70.60% [1] - **Apples (AP601)**: Spot price 8625, futures price 8600, basis - 25, basis rate - 0.29%, historical quantile 16.20% [1] - **Red Dates (CJ601)**: Spot price 11420, futures price 9600, basis - 1820, basis rate - 15.94%, historical quantile 19.30% [1] Energy and Chemicals - **Paraxylene (PX601)**: Spot price 6432, futures price 6292, basis 140, basis rate 2.20%, historical quantile 12.40% [1] - **PTA (TA601)**: Spot price 4402, futures price 4330, basis - 72, basis rate - 2.04%, historical quantile 20.00% [1] - **Ethylene Glycol (EG2601)**: Spot price 4075, futures price 4003, basis 72, basis rate 1.05%, historical quantile 75.10% [1] - **Polyester Staple Fiber (PF512)**: Spot price 6290, futures price 6036, basis 254, basis rate 2.20%, historical quantile 74.10% [1] - **Styrene (EB2511)**: Spot price 6495, futures price 6483, basis 12, basis rate 0.97%, historical quantile 75.10% [1] - **Methanol (MA601)**: Spot price 2272, futures price 2272, basis 0, basis rate 0.0%, historical quantile 53.90% [1] - **Urea (UR601)**: Spot price 1602, futures price 1560, basis - 42, basis rate - 2.25%, historical quantile 5.40% [1] - **LLDPE (L2601)**: Spot price 6975, futures price 6874, basis 101, basis rate 1.86%, historical quantile 56.80% [1] - **PP (PP2601)**: Spot price 6565, futures price 6551, basis 14, basis rate 0.21%, historical quantile 48.10% [1] - **PVC (V2601)**: Spot price 4688, futures price 4600, basis 88, basis rate 1.88%, historical quantile 32.50% [1] - **Caustic Soda (SH601)**: Spot price 2593.8, futures price 2344, basis 249.8, basis rate 5.41%, historical quantile 70.90% [1] - **LPG (PG2512)**: Spot price 4498, futures price 4220, basis 278, basis rate 6.21%, historical quantile 47.80% [1] - **Asphalt (BU2601)**: Spot price 3380, futures price 3135, basis 245, basis rate 7.25%, historical quantile 93.40% [1] - **Butadiene Rubber (BR2512)**: Spot price 11000, futures price 10925, basis 75, basis rate 0.68%, historical quantile 61.40% [1] - **Glass (FG601)**: Spot price 1095, futures price 1072, basis 23, basis rate 2.10%, historical quantile 66.59% [1] - **Soda Ash (SA601)**: Spot price 1209, futures price 1154, basis 55, basis rate 4.77%, historical quantile 18.90% [1] - **Natural Rubber (RU2601)**: Spot price 14695, futures price 14250, basis - 445, basis rate - 3.12%, historical quantile 73.33% [1] Financial Futures - **Stock Index Futures**: - **IF2512.CFE**: Spot price 4514.2, futures price 4485.2, basis - 29, basis rate - 0.65%, historical quantile 13.90% [1] - **IH2512.CFE**: Spot price 2967.8, futures price 2963, basis - 4.8, basis rate - 0.16%, historical quantile 35.10% [1] - **IC2512.CFE**: Spot price 6863.2, futures price 7016.1, basis - 152.9, basis rate - 2.23%, historical quantile 0.50% [1] - **IM2512.CFE**: Spot price 7020.8, futures price 7185.5, basis - 164.7, basis rate - 2.35%, historical quantile 7.80% [1] - **Treasury Bond Futures**: - **2 - year Treasury Bond (TS2512)**: Spot price 102.37, futures price 99.94, basis - 0.02, basis rate - 0.02%, historical quantile 20.00% [1] - **5 - year Treasury Bond (TF2512)**: Spot price 105.72, futures price 99.39, basis - 0.04, basis rate - 0.04%, historical quantile 21.80% [1] - **10 - year Treasury Bond (T2512)**: Spot price 108.10, futures price 100.19, basis 0.05, basis rate 0.09%, historical quantile 21.10% [1] - **30 - year Treasury Bond (TL2512)**: Spot price 129.31, futures price 114.48, basis 0.28, basis rate 0.25%, historical quantile 37.50% [1]

Report Industry Investment Ratings - No specific industry-wide investment ratings are provided in the text. Core Views - The softening of the US President's trade stance boosts global risk appetite, and the short - term macro upward drive has increased. The market focuses on domestic incremental stimulus policies and Sino - US relations. [2][3] - Different asset classes have different short - term trends, with some suggesting cautious long - positions and others suggesting cautious waiting and watching. [2] Summary by Category Macro Finance - Overseas, the softening of the US President's trade stance boosts the US dollar index and global risk appetite. Domestically, economic growth is accelerating, and multiple industry growth - stabilizing plans are introduced, increasing policy support. The market focuses on domestic policies and Sino - US relations, and the short - term macro upward drive has strengthened. [2] - For assets: stocks are expected to be volatile in the short term, with a cautious long - position; bonds are volatile, with cautious waiting and watching; for commodities, black metals are volatile, with cautious waiting and watching; non - ferrous metals are adjusted, with cautious long - positions; energy and chemicals are volatile, with cautious waiting and watching; precious metals are strongly volatile at high levels, with cautious long - positions. [2] Stock Index - Affected by sectors such as power grid equipment, photovoltaics, and semiconductor components, the domestic stock market has fallen significantly. However, economic growth acceleration, the softening of the US President's trade stance, and domestic policy support boost risk appetite. The market focuses on policies and Sino - US relations, and short - term cautious long - positions are recommended. [3] Precious Metals - The precious metals market fell last Friday. With the softening of the US President's trade stance, global risk aversion declined, and gold prices dropped after hitting a record high. In the short term, precious metals are volatile at high levels, and the medium - to - long - term upward trend remains unchanged. Short - term long - positions can be held or reduced on rallies, and medium - to - long - term buying on dips is recommended. [3] Black Metals Steel - The domestic steel futures and spot markets rebounded slightly last Friday, with low trading volume. The easing of Sino - US trade conflicts and expectations of policy benefits support the market. Fundamentally, demand has changed little, inventory has decreased, and supply is likely to decline. In the short term, the steel market is expected to be range - bound. [4] Iron Ore - Iron ore futures and spot prices were weak last Friday. With the narrowing of steel mill profits, iron ore demand is likely to decline. Supply has changed, with a decrease in shipments and an increase in arrivals, and port inventory has increased. A bearish view is recommended for iron ore prices. [6] Silicon Manganese/Silicon Iron - Silicon iron and silicon manganese spot prices were flat last Friday, and the futures prices were volatile. The decline in steel production has reduced ferroalloy demand. Manganese ore prices are weak, and the supply of silicon manganese has decreased. Silicon iron prices are stable, and the market for some raw materials is tight. The futures prices of silicon iron and silicon manganese are expected to remain range - bound. [7] Non - Ferrous Metals and New Energy Copper - Macro factors include the easing of trade tensions and the impact of US bank credit issues. The suspension of an Indonesian copper mine supports prices, but it is temporary, and future supply is expected to increase. Domestic copper inventory is high, and demand is facing challenges. Copper prices are expected to remain high and volatile. [8] Aluminum - Aluminum prices rose and then fell last Friday. The market is affected by bank credit issues. Aluminum inventory has decreased, but demand is weakening. In the short term, aluminum prices are expected to be range - bound. [9] Tin - On the supply side, Indonesian policies and mining approvals affect supply, and the end of maintenance in a large Chinese smelter increases production. On the demand side, demand is weak in traditional and emerging industries. High prices suppress demand, and inventory has decreased. Tin prices are expected to remain high and volatile. [10] Energy and Chemicals Crude Oil - The decline in spot market benchmarks and premiums has led to a fall in futures prices. The return of Asia - Pacific procurement is the focus, and Russian supply is a risk point. In the short term, there may be a price rebound, but the long - term outlook is bearish. [11] Asphalt - Asphalt prices are following oil prices and remaining low and volatile. The basis is low, and there is pressure on factory inventory accumulation. Profit has recovered slightly, and supply pressure is increasing. The future trend depends on oil prices and inventory. [11] PX - Affected by falling oil prices and weak polyester demand, PX prices are falling. Although PTA's high - level operation provides some support, PX is expected to remain weak and volatile. [11] PTA - Downstream demand is weak, and processing fees are falling. Inventory is accumulating, and the basis is decreasing. Short - term short - selling on rallies is recommended. [12] Ethylene Glycol - Inventory has increased, and demand is weak. The price is expected to remain low, with limited room for rebound. [12] Short - Fiber - Short - fiber is adjusting with the polyester sector and is expected to remain weak and volatile. The improvement in terminal orders is limited, and the future trend depends on demand recovery. [13] Methanol - Short - term supply has decreased, and demand from olefins is high, leading to a slight reduction in inventory. However, traditional demand is weak, and there are plans to restart production, so prices are expected to be volatile. [13] PP - Supply growth exceeds demand, and inventory is high. Falling oil prices weaken cost support. The future trend depends on demand recovery. [13] LLDPE - Supply has increased, and inventory has accumulated, suppressing prices. Demand is divided, and cost support is weakening. The market is under short - term pressure. [14] Urea - Daily production is stable. Industrial demand is stable, and agricultural demand is recovering. Exports are shrinking. The market may be stagnant and then rise slightly, but there is a risk of a subsequent decline. [14] Agricultural Products US Soybeans - USDA reports are delayed, and Sino - US soybean trade concerns persist. Domestic consumption provides some support. Brazilian and Argentine soybean conditions are good. The market is expected to be in a narrow - range shock, and Sino - US trade is the key factor. [15] Soybean Meal - Domestic oil mill supply has recovered, but inventory pressure remains. Oil mill profit is in deficit, increasing the willingness to support prices. There is a supply gap risk before the arrival of South American soybeans next year. After the oversold situation, the market is expected to stabilize and fluctuate. [15] Oils - For rapeseed oil, the easing of China - Canada relations reduces risk appetite, and the market is expected to be volatile before trade news is clear. Palm oil supply and demand are stable, and prices are supported. Soybean oil is in the peak season, and the price is stable. [15][16] Corn - Corn from Northeast and North China is on the market, causing a seasonal impact. The current price is close to the cost line, and farmers' reluctance to sell may slow down the price decline. [16] Pigs - After the festival, the production and inventory reduction speed has accelerated, and pig prices have fallen to a new low. There is support from fat - to - lean price differences and some restocking, and the supply may decrease in late October, stabilizing prices. However, significant price recovery is difficult without a large increase in demand. [16]

Core Viewpoint - The investment philosophy of the new fund manager, He Wei, emphasizes long-term stable returns over short-term gains, aiming to provide a steady holding experience for investors [2][4]. Investment Philosophy - The team led by He Wei focuses on "absolute return" principles, integrating this approach into their relative return public funds, prioritizing long-term stability [4][5]. - The investment strategy involves taking meaningful risks while maintaining a defensive posture during market bubbles, concentrating on stable blue-chip stocks to control drawdowns [4][5]. Fund Performance - The Silver Hua Hu Shen Stock Connect Fund, managed by He Wei, achieved a three-year unit net value growth rate of 24.08%, ranking in the top 3% of its category [5]. - The fund has consistently delivered excess returns of 3% to 12% annually from 2022 to 2024 [5]. Investment Framework - The investment framework includes selecting fundamentally driven stocks with safety margins, prioritizing win rates over potential returns, and avoiding overvalued and crowded trades [6]. - Emphasis is placed on macroeconomic trends and future developments, with a focus on risk-reward ratios and controlling drawdowns [6]. Market Outlook - He Wei expresses optimism about the long-term potential of the Chinese capital market, citing strong fundamentals in manufacturing, technology, and healthcare [10]. - The market is viewed as undervalued due to geopolitical tensions, with expectations of improved performance as foreign capital begins to enter [10]. Sector Focus - The long-term investment value in the non-ferrous metals sector is highlighted, with a favorable supply-demand structure for commodities like gold, copper, and aluminum [11]. - The financial sector, particularly bank stocks, is seen as having reasonable dividend yields and potential for valuation recovery as market conditions improve [11]. New Fund Launch - The upcoming Silver Hua Xin He Mixed Securities Investment Fund will feature a floating management fee structure, aiming to build a long-term relationship with investors through steady returns [9]. - This new fund will include investments in the Hong Kong stock market, which is perceived to offer attractive opportunities compared to A-shares [9].

Core Viewpoint - The current bull market is mirroring the seven-wave pattern observed in 2015, with the market transitioning through various phases of sector leadership, indicating a cyclical rotation among financial, cyclical, technology, and defensive sectors. Group 1: Financial Sector - The first wave of the bull market is led by financial institutions, including banks, brokerages, and insurance companies, which have successfully attracted new capital, with state-owned banks showing a year-to-date increase of 37% and Industrial and Commercial Bank of China briefly surpassing Apple in market capitalization [1] - The brokerage sector is experiencing a wave of mergers, leading to the emergence of "trillion-yuan investment banks" [1] - Insurance capital's equity allocation ratio has increased to 15% [1] Group 2: Cyclical Sector - The second wave sees cyclical stocks, such as coal, steel, and non-ferrous metals, taking over from financial stocks, reflecting market expectations for economic recovery [2] - The current rally in cyclical stocks is driven by two main factors: policy initiatives aimed at capacity reduction and a shift in capital towards these stocks as a safe haven, with individual stocks rising over 40% [2] Group 3: Technology Sector - The third wave is characterized by a surge in technology stocks, particularly in AI, semiconductors, and robotics, which are expected to be the most profitable areas moving forward [2] - The technology sector in 2025 shows two key trends: the rise of hard technology, with stocks like Cambrian Technology increasing by 387%, and a notable divergence in performance, as the sector's price-to-earnings ratio has reached 45 times, with some companies reporting disappointing earnings [2] Group 4: Consumer Sector - The fourth wave anticipates a rebound in consumer stocks as funds seek undervalued sectors after technology stocks reach a certain peak, with consumer sectors like liquor and pharmaceuticals currently lagging behind in performance [2] Group 5: Growth Stocks - The fifth wave indicates a shift of capital from high-profile stocks to mid and small-cap growth stocks, which may experience a rally driven by market sentiment rather than fundamentals, cautioning against blind chasing of high prices [2] Group 6: Defensive Sector - The sixth wave suggests a transition towards defensive sectors, such as utilities and transportation, as the bull market approaches its peak, with a clear market divergence where previously high-performing sectors begin to correct while defensive stocks continue to rise [3] Group 7: Market Transition - Currently, defensive sectors like utilities and electricity have not yet started to rally, indicating that the market is still in the middle phase of the cycle, transitioning from cyclical dominance to technology leadership [4] - The market is in a transitional phase from the second wave led by cyclical stocks to the third wave led by technology stocks, with key signals indicating that a full breakout in technology could lead to a subsequent push in consumer stocks, marking the entry into the fourth wave [4]

Market Overview - The three major indices in China all closed lower, with the Shanghai Composite Index down 1.47%, the Shenzhen Component Index down 4.99%, and the ChiNext Index down 5.71%, resulting in an average decline of 4.67% across all A-shares, indicating poor profit-making effects [1] - Global markets have faced two "Black Fridays" since the end of the National Day and Mid-Autumn Festival holidays, with significant declines in U.S. stock indices and Chinese concept stocks [1] Investor Sentiment - Concerns over U.S. regional banks' bad debts and potential escalation of U.S.-China trade tensions have contributed to market declines, as noted by analysts [1] - The rise in gold prices and the spike in the VIX index indicate increased demand for safe-haven assets, reflecting investor anxiety [2] Market Dynamics - There is uncertainty regarding whether the "slow bull" market will end, but analysts believe that policy support, ample liquidity, and performance growth still provide a foundation for the market [2] - The A-share market is experiencing active mergers and acquisitions, with 14 companies disclosing M&A progress this week [3] Upcoming Events - A total of 54 stocks will face unlocks next week, with a combined market value of 71.709 billion yuan, and the average stock price of these companies has dropped by 5.25% in October [3][5] - The upcoming third-quarter earnings reports are expected to show significant growth for certain sectors, particularly in AI hardware, driven by demand from the AI technology wave [2][6] Economic Indicators - Key economic indicators, including the LPR rates and national economic performance data, will be released on October 20, which may influence market sentiment [9][11]

Core Insights - Private equity funds are maintaining high positions despite market adjustments, with an average position of 78% as of the end of September, indicating a slight increase in the proportion of funds with high positions [1][2] - The market sentiment is expected to shift towards structural opportunities in A-shares and Hong Kong stocks, focusing on technology, innovative pharmaceuticals, and traditional sectors like cyclical and consumer industries [1][2] Positioning and Strategy - As of the end of September, 94.1% of subjective long-biased private equity funds had positions above 50%, with 24.7% fully invested or leveraging, reflecting a stable investment approach [2] - The intention to increase positions is high, with a plan index value of 111.76 for October, indicating that 2.4% of fund managers plan significant increases, while 26.3% intend to increase positions [3] Market Trends and Focus - The focus of private equity research has shifted from technology to sectors such as electronics, communications, new energy, and non-ferrous metals, suggesting a broader investment strategy for the fourth quarter [4][5] - The ongoing economic recovery and supportive policies are expected to enhance corporate profitability, leading to a new cycle of earnings growth that will drive market performance [3][5]

Group 1 - The market has shown steady upward movement this year, driven by multiple factors including central bank liquidity and accelerated capital inflow, with expectations for a structural upward trend in the near future [1][2] - Positive market performance in recent months is attributed to robust macroeconomic growth, stable corporate earnings, particularly in the technology sector, and supportive policies aimed at capital market development [2] - Diverse funding sources are contributing to market inflows, including foreign capital returning, domestic institutions increasing positions, and residents investing in the stock market through funds [2] Group 2 - The outlook for the market remains optimistic, with ongoing policy benefits, economic resilience, and valuation advantages suggesting a potential structural upward trend [3] - Key investment areas include technology growth and resource sectors, with a focus on "new productive forces, self-control, and AI industry trends," as well as opportunities in cyclical commodities due to improved liquidity [3] - A balanced investment strategy is recommended, combining high-dividend, reasonably valued core assets with selective exposure to growth sectors, while being cautious of high valuations in certain segments [3]

Macro Insights - The pricing framework for gold based on USD real interest rates has become obsolete post-2022, driven by a significant global economic shift and changing trust levels among countries, leading to increased demand for gold from both residents and governments [3] - A quantitative model for gold pricing predicts optimistic scenarios where gold could exceed $3,800 per ounce, a neutral scenario around $3,200 per ounce, and a pessimistic scenario between $2,600 and $2,700 per ounce [3] Strategy Insights - Current market adjustments present opportunities for increasing allocations in A-shares, as external disturbances are not expected to end the upward trend [6] - The ongoing economic transformation in China is expected to accelerate, with a strong demand for quality assets, particularly in the technology sector [6] - The upcoming third-quarter earnings reports are crucial, with a focus on sectors showing high profit growth, particularly in AI, export resilience, and resource pricing [7] Industry Comparisons - The focus remains on emerging technologies, with a stable value in cyclical financial sectors, while the Hong Kong stock market is seen as entering a favorable zone [8] - The AI innovation and domestic production advancements are expected to drive a new capital expenditure cycle, with recommendations for sectors like internet, semiconductor, and defense [8] Thematic Recommendations - Key themes include the Hainan Free Trade Zone, domestic controllability in technology, robotics, and AI applications, with a focus on sectors benefiting from these trends [9] Overseas Strategy - The Hong Kong market is entering a new bull market phase, with historical data indicating that small pullbacks average around 7% and last about 12 trading days [13] - The current adjustments in the Hong Kong market are consistent with historical patterns, and positive factors such as successful negotiations and domestic policy support could mitigate further declines [15]

Group 1 - The market is currently experiencing a "high-cut low" style switch, but this defensive characteristic is not leading to an overall index increase, indicating a continued adjustment phase since early September [1][2] - The overall profitability effect in the A-share market has declined to a medium-low level, suggesting that the adjustment phase is nearing its end, while the "high-cut low" trading strategy is becoming less attractive [1][2] - Discussions about style switching in the fourth quarter are increasing, with a focus on technology leading the market recovery rather than cyclical sectors [1][8] Group 2 - The overseas environment is stabilizing, with recent events in the U.S. banking sector causing temporary risk aversion, but the VIX index has peaked and is now declining [7] - The potential for a significant market rally is anticipated in Q4 2025, driven by factors such as rising overseas AI capital expenditure and advancements in the domestic AI industry [8][9] - The mid-term market outlook remains unchanged, with expectations that technology sector catalysts will significantly outpace those of cyclical sectors until spring 2026 [8][9] Group 3 - The current market structure suggests that the transition from a structural bull market to a comprehensive bull market hinges on the effectiveness of anti-involution policies, particularly in high-market-share sectors like photovoltaics and chemicals [10] - The profitability diffusion indicators show a contraction in various sectors, with notable declines in metals, power equipment, and real estate, while coal and banking sectors continue to expand [14] - The financing sentiment index indicates a cautious approach among investors, reflecting the current market dynamics and potential for future growth [15]

Group 1 - The "high-cut low" style switch is currently unfolding, but there are differences in offense and defense. The market has shown that cyclical and value trends cannot lead the overall index higher, and the market continues its adjustment phase since early September. The key catalyst for cyclical trends has not yet arrived, and the trend of technology growth industries remains concentrated. A-shares will ultimately need to wait for technology to lead for effective breakthroughs [1][3][4] - Discussions about style switching in the fourth quarter have increased significantly. The current "high-cut low" market is defensive in nature, with intensified competition among offensive assets (such as non-ferrous metals and chemicals) within cyclical and value sectors, while defensive assets show absolute returns. The overall profit effect is declining, and technology rebounds show better profit effects [4][5][11] Group 2 - The overseas environment has become more stable. Recent credit risks in U.S. regional banks have created short-term disturbances in risk appetite. However, these risks are still considered isolated events, and the VIX index has peaked and started to decline. A potential turning point in overseas pressures may have passed [8] - The mid-term market judgment remains unchanged: before spring 2026, the catalytic effect of technology industries will significantly exceed that of cyclical industries. Although the long-term cost-effectiveness of technology is currently low, short-term cost-effectiveness issues have been sufficiently digested, allowing for the emergence of a new round of technology trends [8][9] Group 3 - Spring 2026 may represent a structural high point for the A-share market, but it is unlikely to be the peak for the entire year or the current bull market. The conditions for a comprehensive bull market will become increasingly sufficient over time [11] - In the short term, cyclical products (such as non-ferrous metals and chemicals) are not performing well, with a preference for defensive and hedging assets (such as banks and food and beverage). The outlook for 2026 is better than for 2025, with opportunities still available in Q4 2025, particularly in areas like overseas computing power, advanced manufacturing represented by new energy, and national defense and military industries [11][12]