Group 1 - Public funds are preparing for the second half of the year, with a significant increase in attention towards dividend assets, which are viewed as stable components in investment portfolios [1][2] - The average returns of active equity funds have shown recovery, with ordinary stock funds and mixed equity funds returning 2.13% and 2.28% respectively year-to-date as of April 30, and a one-year return of 6.95% [1] - The price-performance ratio of dividend assets, such as the CSI Dividend Index, is at the 99th percentile of the past decade, indicating that these assets are currently among the most cost-effective options [2] Group 2 - Certain low-volatility sectors with high dividend yields, such as banking, ports, hydropower, and logistics, are expected to perform steadily due to stable earnings and favorable dividend sustainability [3] - The Hong Kong stock market shows a valuation advantage for high-dividend stocks, supported by a conducive market environment for their performance [3] - Regulatory policies enhancing dividend oversight, combined with a low-interest-rate environment, are likely to accelerate the entry of long-term capital into the market, maintaining the investment value of Hong Kong dividend stocks [3]

Investment Rating - The report recommends investment in the transportation sector, particularly in companies like SF Holding, China National Aviation, and Southern Airlines due to their strong performance and growth potential [2][4]. Core Views - The transportation sector is expected to see revenue growth in 2024 and Q1 2025, with projected revenues of CNY 35,549 billion in 2024, a year-on-year increase of 2.0%, and a net profit of CNY 1,920 billion, up 13.8% [2]. - The express delivery sector showed significant growth, with a 20.3% year-on-year increase in business volume in March 2025, although single ticket revenue decreased by 8.2% [2]. - The logistics sector is under pressure from domestic shipping prices, but companies like Haichen Co. are recommended for their focus on smart logistics and improving demand in consumer electronics [3]. - The aviation sector benefits from low international oil prices and strong travel demand during holidays, with daily passenger volumes increasing by 14% year-on-year [4]. - The shipping sector is experiencing mixed signals, with the BDI index showing a 3.5% increase week-on-week, but overall shipping rates remain under pressure [5]. Summary by Sections Transportation Market Review - The transportation index fell by 1.3% from April 27 to April 30, underperforming the Shanghai Composite Index by 0.8% [1][13]. Industry Fundamentals Tracking Shipping and Ports - The external shipping market is slightly under pressure, with the CCFI index at 1,122.4 points, a 1.0% increase week-on-week but a 6.0% decrease year-on-year [21]. - The oil shipping market remains strong, with limited supply growth expected in the next year [21]. Aviation and Airports - Domestic air travel is recovering, with March 2025 passenger volumes reaching 52.6 million, a 2% increase year-on-year [57]. - The report highlights that the aviation sector's profitability is expected to improve due to lower oil prices, which significantly impact operational costs [57][71]. Rail and Road - The rail and road sectors are showing stable growth, with March 2025 rail passenger volumes at 337 million, up 4.91% year-on-year, and road freight volumes at 372.8 million tons, up 4.9% [86][89].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Recommended" rating for the transportation industry [1] Core Insights - The report highlights that U.S. sanctions against Iran are intensifying, and OPEC has reached a consensus to increase production, indicating upward potential for the oil tanker sector [2][7] - The express delivery business volume has shown significant year-on-year growth, with a reported increase of 21.5% in 2024 [3] Summary by Sections Weekly Focus - The U.S. government has announced additional sanctions against Iran, targeting several individuals, entities, and vessels involved in Iranian oil exports, including 10 VLCC supertankers, which constitutes about 20% of the global tanker fleet [7] - OPEC has agreed to gradually increase production starting April, aiming to release 2.2 million barrels per day [7] Industry Data Tracking (2025.03.09 – 03.15) Aviation Data - Domestic flight volume for the week was 84,029 flights, averaging 12,004 flights per day, a slight decrease of 0.10% week-on-week and 0.50% year-on-year [10] - Domestic passenger volume reached 11.43 million, a 0.05% increase week-on-week and a 2.12% increase year-on-year [11] - The average domestic ticket price decreased by 3.49% week-on-week and 6.31% year-on-year [11] Express Delivery Data - For the week of March 3-9, the average daily collection volume was approximately 555 million pieces, a 3.99% increase from the previous week [17] - Year-to-date, the average daily collection volume is about 495 million pieces, reflecting a 36.00% increase year-on-year [17] - In 2024, the express delivery business volume increased by 21.5% year-on-year, with revenue up by 13.8% [3] Shipping Data - The BDI index for dry bulk shipping was reported at 1,517 points, a 20% increase week-on-week [48] - The VLCC-TCE rate was $38,329 per day, a 3% decrease week-on-week [49] Recent Key Reports - The report recommends focusing on companies such as COSCO Shipping Energy, Shandong Highway, and China Eastern Airlines, among others, as part of the investment strategy [4]

Investment Rating - The report recommends investment in several companies within the aviation and logistics sectors, including China National Aviation (601111.SH), Southern Airlines (600029.SH), and Huamao Logistics (603128.SH) [9]. Core Insights - The report highlights the recovery of air travel demand, with domestic ASK (Available Seat Kilometers) for major airlines exceeding 100% of 2019 levels, indicating a strong rebound in the aviation sector [19][22]. - The logistics sector is expected to benefit from the growth of cross-border e-commerce, driven by domestic demand and the expansion of local manufacturing brands [8]. - The report emphasizes the importance of smart logistics and digital transformation in enhancing operational efficiency and meeting consumer demands [63][66]. Summary by Sections Aviation and Airports - As of December 2024, domestic ASK recovery rates for major airlines reached 132.45% for China National Aviation and 153.98% for Spring Airlines compared to 2019 [19]. - International flight recovery rates vary, with the UK at 112% and Italy at 122% compared to 2019 [22]. - The report notes that the optimism surrounding airport duty-free agreements has been priced in, with future international passenger flow recovery being a key focus [7]. Shipping and Ports - The SCFI (Shanghai Containerized Freight Index) reported a value of 1436 points as of March 7, 2025, reflecting a week-on-week decrease of 5.21% and a year-on-year decrease of 23.83% [28]. - The BDTI (Baltic Dirty Tanker Index) was at 879 points, down 0.86% week-on-week and down 26.01% year-on-year [33]. - The report indicates a significant decline in shipping rates across various routes, with the CCFI (China Containerized Freight Index) showing a decrease of 7.70% year-on-year [28]. Road and Rail - In December 2024, railway freight volume increased by 8.46% year-on-year, reaching 4.59 million tons, while road freight volume grew by 9.94% to 37.74 million tons [39][46]. - The report highlights the expansion of rail capacity in the southwest region, enhancing operational efficiency [60]. Express Logistics - The express delivery sector achieved a revenue of 137.89 billion yuan in December 2024, marking a year-on-year increase of 13.60% [49]. - The average price per express delivery item decreased by 13.61% to 7.75 yuan [49]. - The report emphasizes the growth potential in the express logistics sector, driven by e-commerce and the development of differentiated competitive advantages among leading companies [8].