Core Viewpoint - The enthusiasm for ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) practices in the A-share market remains strong, with 36 companies disclosing or updating their ESG management systems by November 20, indicating a shift from compliance to proactive engagement in ESG practices [1] Group 1: ESG Practice Development - A-share listed companies are increasingly integrating ESG practices across various industries, with a notable rise in the number of companies publishing sustainability reports, reaching 2,462 by April 30, 2025, a 5.72 percentage point increase from the previous year [2] - The proactive awareness of ESG among A-share companies is growing, focusing on institutional frameworks, digital capabilities, and value creation [2][3] Group 2: Institutional Framework - More A-share companies are embedding ESG principles into their strategic frameworks, establishing a three-tier governance structure that includes the board, management, and execution levels [3] - By 2025, 185 A-share companies have disclosed their ESG management systems, promoting standardization in ESG governance [3] Group 3: Digitalization and Value Creation - A-share companies are leveraging technologies like big data, AI, and blockchain to enhance their ESG management capabilities, improving accuracy and efficiency in areas such as carbon emissions accounting and supply chain risk monitoring [3] - ESG is becoming a crucial link between companies and capital, with 500 ESG-related indices in the A-share market, 91% of which have seen gains this year, indicating that companies with strong ESG performance attract more capital [4] Group 4: Market Ecosystem - The development of ESG practices is supported by a robust market ecosystem involving policies, capital, and intermediary institutions, with regulations mandating the disclosure of sustainability reports [5] - The issuance of green bonds has surged, with 316 green bonds issued this year, totaling 256.74 billion, marking a 22.48% increase in quantity and a 20.83% increase in scale compared to the previous year [6] Group 5: Future Directions - The future of ESG practices in China is expected to focus on product innovation, expanding from single tools to comprehensive solutions, and increasing participation from individual investors [7]

Group 1 - The industrial added value in China from January to October increased by 6.1% year-on-year, which is 0.3 percentage points higher than the same period last year, indicating a sustained rapid growth trend [1] - In October, the industrial added value increased by 4.9% year-on-year, with a month-on-month increase of 0.17% after seasonal adjustment [2] - Among the 41 major industrial categories, 29 categories saw a year-on-year increase in added value, resulting in a growth coverage of 70.7% [2] Group 2 - The equipment manufacturing industry showed a year-on-year increase of 8.0% in added value, with all eight sectors within this category experiencing growth [2] - The automotive and electronics sectors grew rapidly, with growth rates of 16.8% and 8.9% respectively, contributing 22.8% and 19.3% to the overall industrial growth [2] - High-end equipment products, such as railway locomotives and civil steel vessels, saw significant production increases of 71.3% and 21.4% respectively [2] Group 3 - The competitiveness of industrial enterprises is continuously improving, as evidenced by advancements in technology and production processes [3][4] - Companies are focusing on optimizing their core business and enhancing product quality, such as the successful development of new mining equipment and the application of AI technology in manufacturing [4] Group 4 - The manufacturing purchasing manager index for October was recorded at 49.0%, while the business activity expectation index was at 52.8% [5] - From January to October, industrial investment increased by 4.9%, contributing 1.7 percentage points to overall investment growth [5] Group 5 - Local governments are implementing practical measures to strengthen the foundation for industrial economic growth, focusing on high-end, intelligent, green, and cluster development [6] - Experts believe that China's economic fundamentals are strong, with many favorable factors supporting further stabilization and recovery of the industrial economy [6]

Core Insights - The report highlights the growth in the number of enterprises in the electricity, heat, gas, and water production and supply industry, which increased by 1,781 enterprises year-on-year, representing an 8.3% growth [1][1][1] Industry Overview - As of January to September 2025, there are 23,244 enterprises in the electricity, heat, gas, and water production and supply sector, accounting for 4.45% of the total industrial enterprises [1][1][1] - The threshold for scale enterprises has been raised from an annual main business income of 5 million to 20 million yuan since 2011 [1][1][1] Research and Consulting - Zhiyan Consulting is recognized as a leading industry consulting firm in China, providing in-depth industry research reports, business plans, feasibility studies, and customized services [1][1][1] - The firm emphasizes its professional approach, quality service, and keen market insights to empower investment decisions [1][1][1]

基础设施投资中，水利、环境和公共设施管理业（不含土地管理业）投资同比增长0.3%，交通运输和 邮政业投资下降18.7%，信息传输业投资下降0.5%。 从隶属关系看，中央项目投资同比增长2.7%，地方项目投资增长4.5%。 大象新闻记者 张华婧 11月15日，河南省统计局发布消息，2025年1-10月份，河南固定资产投资（不含农户）同比增长 4.5%，高于全国6.2个百分点。其中，民间投资增长7.3%。 分产业看，第一产业投资同比下降4.9%，第二产业投资增长17.8%，第三产业投资下降2.7%。 从三大主要领域看，工业投资同比增长17.8%，基础设施投资(不含电力、热力、燃气及水生产和供应 业)下降7.2%，房地产开发投资下降8.3%。 工业投资中，采矿业投资同比增长20.3%，制造业投资增长16.9%，电力、热力、燃气及水生产和供应 业投资增长22.2%。 国有控股：在企业的全部实收资本中，国有经济成分的出资人拥有的实收资本（股本）所占企业全部实 收资本（股本）的比例大于50%的国有绝对控股。 在企业的全部实收资本中，国有经济成分的出资人拥有的实收资本（股本）所占比例虽未大于50%，但 相对大于其他任何一方 ...

Economic Overview - The national economy of China showed steady growth in October 2025, with a stable employment situation and ongoing transformation and upgrading trends [1] - The industrial production maintained resilience, with the industrial added value of large-scale enterprises increasing by 4.9% year-on-year and 0.17% month-on-month [1] Industrial Performance - The added value of the mining industry grew by 4.5%, manufacturing increased by 4.9%, and the electricity, heat, gas, and water production and supply industries rose by 5.4% [1] - Equipment manufacturing and high-tech manufacturing sectors were significant contributors to growth, with increases of 8.0% and 7.2% respectively [1] Service Sector - The service industry also demonstrated robust performance, with business activity indices in sectors such as railway transport, air transport, postal services, accommodation, and cultural and sports entertainment remaining above 60.0%, indicating a high level of economic activity [1] Consumer Market - The total retail sales of consumer goods reached 46.291 billion yuan in October, marking a year-on-year increase of 2.9% and a month-on-month increase of 0.16% [2] - Consumer prices turned from a decline to an increase, with a year-on-year rise of 0.2%, while the core Consumer Price Index (CPI), excluding food and energy, rose by 1.2%, an increase of 0.2 percentage points from the previous month [1]

Core Viewpoint - The fixed asset investment in China (excluding rural households) for the first ten months of 2025 shows a decline of 1.7% year-on-year, with private investment decreasing by 4.5% [1][4]. Investment by Industry - Investment in the primary industry reached 807.5 billion yuan, growing by 2.9% year-on-year [3][4]. - The secondary industry saw an investment of 14,841.1 billion yuan, with a growth of 4.8% year-on-year, while the industrial investment specifically increased by 4.9% [3][4]. - The tertiary industry experienced a decline in investment of 5.3%, totaling 25,242.9 billion yuan [3][4]. - Within the secondary industry, mining investment grew by 3.8%, manufacturing by 2.7%, and investment in electricity, heat, gas, and water production and supply surged by 12.5% [3][4]. Investment by Region - Eastern regions reported a year-on-year investment decline of 5.4%, while central regions saw a decrease of 0.5%. In contrast, western regions experienced a slight growth of 0.4%, and northeastern regions faced a significant drop of 11.7% [3][4]. Investment by Registration Type - Domestic enterprises' fixed asset investment fell by 1.7%, while investment from Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan enterprises decreased by 1.8%. Foreign enterprises saw a more substantial decline of 12.1% [3][4].

Core Points - The industrial added value of large-scale industries in October increased by 4.9% year-on-year, with a month-on-month growth of 0.17%. The cumulative growth from January to October was 6.1% [1][5]. Group 1: Industrial Growth by Sector - In October, the mining industry saw a year-on-year growth of 4.5%, manufacturing grew by 4.9%, and the production and supply of electricity, heat, gas, and water increased by 5.4% [3][5]. - Among the 41 major industries, 29 experienced year-on-year growth in added value. Notable growth was seen in coal mining and washing (6.5%), chemical raw materials and products manufacturing (7.1%), and automobile manufacturing (16.8%) [3][5]. Group 2: Economic Type Analysis - State-owned enterprises reported a year-on-year growth of 6.7%, while joint-stock enterprises grew by 5.2%. Foreign and Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan-invested enterprises increased by 4.0%, and private enterprises saw a growth of 2.1% [3][5]. Group 3: Product Output and Sales - In October, out of 623 industrial products, 313 saw a year-on-year increase in output. Notable increases included ethylene (11.7%) and automobile production (11.2%), with new energy vehicles growing by 19.3% [4][6]. - The product sales rate for large-scale industrial enterprises was 96.4%, a decrease of 1.0 percentage points year-on-year. The export delivery value was 1,324.5 billion yuan, a nominal decrease of 2.1% [5][6].

1. Report Industry Investment Rating There is no information provided in the report regarding the industry investment rating. 2. Core View of the Report In October 2025, under the strong leadership of the CPC Central Committee with Comrade Xi Jinping at its core, various regions and departments implemented the decisions and arrangements of the CPC Central Committee and the State Council, adhered to the general tone of making progress while maintaining stability, and the national economy maintained a generally stable and progressive development trend, with stable production and supply, overall stable employment, improved prices, and the cultivation and growth of new driving forces [2]. 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs Industry - In October, the added value of industrial enterprises above designated size increased by 4.9% year - on - year and 0.17% month - on - month. The added value of the mining industry, manufacturing, and the production and supply of electricity, heat, gas, and water increased by 4.5%, 4.9%, and 5.4% respectively. The added value of the equipment manufacturing and high - tech manufacturing industries increased by 8.0% and 7.2% respectively, faster than the overall industrial enterprises above designated size. The output of 3D printing equipment, new energy vehicles, and industrial robots increased by 30.8%, 19.3%, and 17.9% respectively. From January to October, the added value of industrial enterprises above designated size increased by 6.1% year - on - year [2]. - In October, the manufacturing PMI was 49.0%, and the enterprise production and operation activity expectation index was 52.8%. From January to September, the total profit of industrial enterprises above designated size was 5373.2 billion yuan, a year - on - year increase of 3.2% [2]. Services - In October, the national service industry production index increased by 4.6% year - on - year. The production indexes of information transmission, software and information technology services, leasing and business services, and the financial industry increased by 13.0%, 8.2%, and 5.6% respectively, faster than the service industry production index. From January to October, the national service industry production index increased by 5.7% year - on - year. From January to September, the operating income of service enterprises above designated size increased by 7.6% year - on - year [3]. - In October, the service industry business activity index was 50.2%, and the service industry business activity expectation index was 56.1%. The business activity indexes of industries such as railway transportation, air transportation, postal services, accommodation, and culture, sports, and entertainment were in the high - level prosperity range of 60.0% and above [3]. Consumption - In October, the total retail sales of consumer goods were 4629.1 billion yuan, a year - on - year increase of 2.9% and a month - on - month increase of 0.16%. Retail sales in urban and rural areas increased by 2.7% and 4.1% respectively. Retail sales of goods and catering revenue increased by 2.8% and 3.8% respectively. Retail sales of basic necessities and some upgraded consumer goods grew rapidly. From January to October, the total retail sales of consumer goods were 41216.9 billion yuan, a year - on - year increase of 4.3%. The national online retail sales were 12791.6 billion yuan, a year - on - year increase of 9.6%. The retail sales of physical goods online were 10398.4 billion yuan, a year - on - year increase of 6.3%, accounting for 25.2% of the total retail sales of consumer goods. From January to October, the retail sales of services increased by 5.3% year - on - year, 0.1 percentage points faster than in the first three quarters [4]. Investment - From January to October, the national fixed - asset investment (excluding rural households) was 40891.4 billion yuan, a year - on - year decrease of 1.7%. Excluding real estate development investment, fixed - asset investment increased by 1.7%. Infrastructure investment decreased by 0.1%, manufacturing investment increased by 2.7%, and real estate development investment decreased by 14.7%. The sales area and sales volume of newly built commercial housing decreased by 6.8% and 9.6% respectively. Investment in the primary, secondary, and tertiary industries increased by 2.9%, 4.8%, and decreased by 5.3% respectively. Private investment decreased by 4.5%. Excluding real estate development investment, private investment increased by 0.2%. Investment in information services, aerospace equipment manufacturing, and computer and office equipment manufacturing in high - tech industries increased by 32.7%, 19.7%, and 4.1% respectively. In October, fixed - asset investment (excluding rural households) decreased by 1.62% month - on - month [5]. Import and Export - In October, the total volume of goods imports and exports was 3702.8 billion yuan, a year - on - year increase of 0.1%. Exports were 2171.6 billion yuan, a decrease of 0.8%, and imports were 1531.1 billion yuan, an increase of 1.4%. From January to October, the total volume of goods imports and exports was 37309 billion yuan, a year - on - year increase of 3.6%. Exports were 22114.6 billion yuan, an increase of 6.2%, and imports were 15194.4 billion yuan, remaining flat year - on - year. General trade imports and exports increased by 2.3%, accounting for 63.4% of the total import and export volume. Imports and exports to countries along the Belt and Road increased by 5.9%. Private enterprise imports and exports increased by 7.2%, accounting for 57.0% of the total import and export volume, 1.9 percentage points higher than the previous year. Exports of mechanical and electrical products increased by 8.7%, accounting for 60.7% of the total export volume [6]. Prices - In October, the national consumer price index (CPI) increased by 0.2% year - on - year and 0.2% month - on - month. Food and tobacco prices decreased by 1.6%, while clothing, housing, daily necessities and services, education, culture and entertainment, medical care, and other supplies and services prices increased. The core CPI excluding food and energy prices increased by 1.2% year - on - year, 0.2 percentage points higher than the previous month. From January to October, the national CPI decreased by 0.1% year - on - year. The national producer price index for industrial products (PPI) decreased by 2.1% year - on - year, with the decline narrowing by 0.2 percentage points, and increased by 0.1% month - on - month. The purchase price index for industrial producers decreased by 2.7% year - on - year, with the decline narrowing by 0.4 percentage points, and increased by 0.1% month - on - month. From January to October, the national PPI and the purchase price index for industrial producers decreased by 2.7% and 3.2% respectively [7]. Employment - From January to October, the average urban surveyed unemployment rate nationwide was 5.2%. In October, the urban surveyed unemployment rate was 5.1%, 0.1 percentage points lower than the previous month. The surveyed unemployment rate of local household registration labor force was 5.3%, and that of migrant labor force was 4.7%, among which the surveyed unemployment rate of migrant agricultural household registration labor force was 4.5%. The surveyed unemployment rate in 31 large - scale cities was 5.1%, 0.1 percentage points lower than the previous month. The average weekly working hours of enterprise employees nationwide were 48.4 hours [8].

Group 1: Industrial Growth - In October, the industrial added value of large-scale enterprises in China increased by 4.9% year-on-year and 0.17% month-on-month [2] - By sector, mining industry added value grew by 4.5%, manufacturing by 4.9%, and electricity, heat, gas, and water production and supply by 5.4% [2] - Equipment manufacturing added value rose by 8.0%, and high-tech manufacturing increased by 7.2%, outpacing the overall industrial growth by 3.1 and 2.3 percentage points respectively [2] - From January to October, the industrial added value increased by 6.1% year-on-year [2] Group 2: Economic Types and Product Performance - State-owned enterprises saw a 6.7% year-on-year increase in added value, while joint-stock enterprises grew by 5.2%, foreign and Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan-invested enterprises by 4.0%, and private enterprises by 2.1% [2] - Notable product performance included 3D printing equipment, which grew by 30.8%, new energy vehicles by 19.3%, and industrial robots by 17.9% [2] Group 3: Service Sector Growth - The service sector also experienced stable growth, with the service production index increasing by 4.6% year-on-year in October [3] - Key sectors within services included information transmission, software, and IT services, which grew by 13.0%, leasing and business services by 8.2%, and financial services by 5.6%, all exceeding the overall service production index growth [3] - From January to October, the service production index increased by 5.7% year-on-year [4]

Core Insights - In October, the industrial added value of large-scale enterprises increased by 4.9% year-on-year, a decline of 1.6 percentage points compared to September. For the period from January to October, the industrial added value grew by 6.1% [1] - The manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) for October was 49.0%, down 0.8 percentage points from the previous month, indicating a contraction in manufacturing activity [1] - Among the three major sectors, mining added value grew by 4.5%, manufacturing by 4.9%, and the production and supply of electricity, heat, gas, and water by 5.4% in October [1] Economic Type Analysis - In October, state-owned enterprises saw a 6.7% year-on-year increase in added value, while joint-stock enterprises grew by 5.2%, foreign and Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan-invested enterprises by 4.0%, and private enterprises by 2.1% [2] High-tech Manufacturing Insights - High-tech manufacturing added value increased by 7.2% year-on-year in October, surpassing the overall industrial added value growth by 2.3 percentage points. Cumulatively, from January to October, high-tech manufacturing added value rose by 9.3% [3] Industry Performance - Out of 41 major industries, 29 reported year-on-year growth in added value in October. Notable growth was seen in the automotive manufacturing sector at 16.8%, transportation equipment manufacturing at 15.2%, electrical machinery and equipment manufacturing at 4.9%, and computer, communication, and other electronic equipment manufacturing at 8.9% [5] - The decline in industrial production momentum in October is attributed to the fading impact of short-term factors from September and a decrease in export growth, which is expected to affect industrial production [5] Policy and Economic Outlook - The National Development and Reform Commission announced that 500 billion yuan in new policy financial tools have been fully allocated, supporting 2,300 projects with a total investment of approximately 7 trillion yuan. Additionally, 500 billion yuan in special bonds have been allocated to support local investment projects [6] - Analysts predict a potential slight rebound in exports in November, supported by fiscal policies aimed at stabilizing growth, which may bolster industrial production [6] - The economic growth momentum is expected to shift from manufacturing to services, marking a significant change from the previous year [6] - Despite supportive policies, challenges remain with a persistent imbalance between strong supply and weak demand, alongside pressures from slowing exports and rising base effects [6][7]