Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the evolution and future potential of dividend investment strategies in the A-share market, highlighting the significant growth of dividend ETFs and the shift towards more growth-oriented dividend strategies [2][4][16]. Group 1: Growth-Oriented Dividend Strategies - The performance of high dividend strategies has been challenged by the growth style in the A-share market, particularly during the period from 2019 to 2020, where the CSI 300 Total Return Index rose by 80.79%, while the CSI Dividend Total Return Index only increased by 30.77% [6][7]. - The emergence of growth-oriented dividend strategies is gaining traction, as evidenced by the introduction of the CSI Dividend Quality ETF, which emphasizes both dividend yield and company growth potential [8][10]. - The CSI Dividend Quality Index has shown a significant outperformance compared to the traditional CSI Dividend Index during growth market phases, indicating a shift in investor preference towards more balanced strategies [11][16]. Group 2: Valuation-Based Dividend Strategies - The article highlights the potential of investing in Hong Kong stocks, which often trade at a discount compared to their A-share counterparts, leading to higher dividend yields in the Hong Kong market [17][20]. - The Hang Seng High Dividend Low Volatility Index has demonstrated a higher annualized dividend yield of 7.05% compared to the CSI Dividend Index's 5.05% from 2019 to April 2025, showcasing the attractiveness of Hong Kong dividend assets [19][20]. - The performance of the Hang Seng High Dividend Low Volatility Index has outpaced the CSI Dividend Index in recent years, particularly in 2023, where it rose by 7.94% [19][21]. Group 3: Sector-Specific Dividend Strategies - The article presents data showing that dividend strategies have outperformed their non-dividend counterparts across various sectors from 2014 to April 2025, indicating the effectiveness of dividend-focused investment approaches [23]. - There is a growing interest in sector-specific dividend indices, although the market currently lacks such products, suggesting a potential area for future development [24].

Core Viewpoint - The 2024 annual report season for A-share listed companies reveals a decline in overall profitability, with total revenue reaching 71.92 trillion yuan, a slight decrease of 0.9% year-on-year, and net profit down by 2.3% to 5.21 trillion yuan. The proportion of profitable companies has dropped to 75%, down from previous years [1][4]. Group 1: ROE Analysis - The overall ROE for A-shares has decreased from 5.6% in 2023 to 4.3% in 2024, indicating a general decline in profitability across the market [12]. - The household appliance sector leads with an ROE of 8.2%, supported by a 0.75 asset turnover ratio and a 6.1% net profit margin, exemplifying a high-frequency turnover and reasonable profit model [12]. - The coal industry saw its ROE halved from 12.0% to 7.3%, primarily due to a drop in net profit margin from 10.1% to 6.7% as resource dividends faded [13]. Group 2: Growth Potential - The electronics industry experienced the highest revenue growth rate at 17.4%, driven by surging demand for AI computing power and semiconductor needs [15]. - Twelve industries reported positive revenue growth, with the social services sector at 7.3% and the automotive sector at 6.7%, reflecting resilience in consumer spending recovery [15]. - The electronics sector also led in net profit growth at 35.8%, highlighting its strong performance amidst overall market challenges [16]. Group 3: Cash Flow Insights - The top five industries by operating cash flow are coal, transportation, public utilities, steel, and non-ferrous metals, all benefiting from stable demand and short customer payment cycles [19]. - Only 44% of companies maintain a healthy cash flow ratio, indicating that 56% face potential financial strain, with 40% generating insufficient cash flow to match net profits [22]. - The overall market is shifting towards a phase of stable development, focusing on optimizing cash flow structures and reducing reliance on external financing [24]. Group 4: Investment Trends - Industries such as coal and food and beverage are engaging in counter-cyclical investments, with coal transitioning towards solar and hydrogen energy, while food and beverage sectors are expanding into health and international markets [25]. - The comprehensive industry is attempting to capture structural opportunities through diversified investments, although caution is advised regarding potential inefficiencies [25]. - Despite high growth potential, companies remain cautious about future uncertainties, balancing investment activities with operational cash flow [26].

中金研究 红利风格作为过去3年A股和港股市场持续性较好的主线之一，从去年"924"之后至今年3月，相对收益一度下降。4月初随着美国关税政策带来外部不确 定性，A股整体企业盈利景气行业预期受到影响，投资者对业绩稳定性和确定性的要求上升，红利风格关注度阶段回升。近期2024年年报披露结束， 2024年A股上市公司提升分红意愿进一步提升，在上市企业盈利增速同比有所下降的情况下，分红总额同比增长5%左右，成为高股息投资的重要支 撑。本报告结合2024年年报，重点梳理当前A股市场分红特征的变化情况，并对相关红利选股模型进行进一步优化与更新。 点击小程序查看报告原文 2024年A股上市公司的分红特征 A股上市公司现金分红总额创历史新高，约九成盈利企业进行现金分红。 2024年4月"新国九条"出台以来，监管层持续强化对现金分红的鼓励和支持力 度，叠加A股上市公司自由现金流改善，A股整体现金分红水平进一步提高。具体来看：1）2024年A股上市公司累计现金分红金额2.3万亿元，同比增速 5%；现金分红公司数量占比69.1%，剔除亏损上市公司后2024年分红公司数量占比89.3%。2）A股整体分红比例（现金分红/净利润）提升2. ...

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