Core Viewpoint - The introduction of the 18C chapter listing mechanism has led to a surge in IPO applications on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, indicating a shift in the market dynamics towards new economy sectors [1] Group 1: IPO Activity - In 2025, only three companies, including Yujian, successfully listed on the Hong Kong stock market using the 18C chapter, while since 2025, four companies, including Wen Yuan Zhi Xing, have successfully listed under this rule [1] - The number of companies aiming for IPOs through the 18C chapter has reached 20, creating a "submission frenzy" [1] Group 2: Market Structure Changes - The 18C, 8A, and 18A chapters are beginning to outline a new economic sector within the Hong Kong stock market [1] - Currently, the market capitalization of companies listed under the 18C chapter is very low compared to the overall Hong Kong stock market [1] - If the secondary market can provide sustained liquidity and refinancing capabilities, it is expected to attract more "hardcore" assets such as semiconductors, quantum technology, and commercial aerospace to choose Hong Kong as their primary listing location, potentially altering the traditional market structure dominated by finance, real estate, and consumer sectors [1]

Core Viewpoint - The company, Guangdian Measurement, has announced strategic cooperation agreements with multiple research institutions to enhance its capabilities in navigation, quantum measurement, and semiconductor technology [1] Group 1: Strategic Collaborations - The company has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Changsha Beidou Research Institute to establish a joint laboratory and work on research projects, focusing on the development of testing and evaluation technologies for Beidou navigation products [1] - In collaboration with Changsha Quantum Research Institute, the company aims to address critical technology challenges by co-establishing a "Quantum Measurement and Measurement Joint Laboratory" [1] - The partnership with Hunan University Changsha Semiconductor Technology and Application Innovation Research Institute will lead to the creation of a "Power Semiconductor and Integrated Circuit R&D Center" [1]

Core Insights - The "Wave Plan" launched by the Zhituo Finance's think tank, Pengpai Research Institute, aims to promote industrial collaboration and technological innovation in the Yangtze River Delta region [1] Industry Highlights - Shanghai is focusing on the G60 Science and Technology Innovation Corridor, targeting two major industries to achieve world-class status [1] - Nanjing is accelerating the establishment of more "Hema Village" direct supply bases [1] - Hangzhou is striving to develop the "China Vision Valley" into a trillion-yuan visual intelligence cluster [1] - Hefei has a significant presence in quantum enterprises, accounting for one-third of the national total [1] - Suzhou is deepening cooperation with Singapore to build a 600 billion yuan industrial cluster [1] - Ningbo's Cixi home appliance industry is rapidly transitioning to smart manufacturing, aiming to cultivate export brands [1] - Wuxi has seen a concentration of innovative pharmaceutical companies receiving approvals, with new Class I and Class III drugs being launched [1] - Nantong is collaborating with provincial coastal groups to establish a marine industry characteristic park [1] - Changzhou's Kangyuan Group is setting up a biopharmaceutical innovation base in Xitai Lake [1]

Core Viewpoint - The overall macroeconomic environment, liquidity conditions, and market risk appetite are expected to improve, with a focus on growth sectors following the completion of Q3 earnings reports and the anticipated U.S.-China negotiations in early November [1][3]. Macroeconomic Overview - Economic recovery is showing signs of divergence, with Q4 incremental policies likely to be weak. Q3 GDP growth has slowed, continuing a downward trend. The manufacturing PMI remains in contraction, while the non-manufacturing PMI shows overall deceleration. Structural pressures persist during the recovery phase [2]. - PPI has rebounded significantly year-on-year, indicating a stabilization trend, but weak demand continues to drag on CPI and PPI forecasts, making it unlikely for PPI to turn positive this year. M2 growth has reached a new high for the year, reflecting slight activation of funding vitality, although retail sales growth continues to decline [2]. Policy Insights - The "anti-involution" trend is showing signs of cooling, with the Fourth Plenary Session setting the tone for the 14th Five-Year Plan, although market reactions have been muted. There is potential for unexpected policy developments in the future [2]. - The central bank's supportive stance is evident through measures such as the resumption of 14-day reverse repos and MLF operations, leading to an overall improvement in liquidity conditions [2]. Investment Strategy - With the macro environment improving, the market is expected to focus on growth sectors. Key investment themes include: 1. Sectors with strong Q3 performance and continued growth potential, particularly in technology (storage, domestic computing power, consumer electronics, overseas AI applications), innovative pharmaceuticals, and renewable energy [3]. 2. Cyclical sectors benefiting from anti-involution policies, with improved industrial profits in steel, chemicals, and new energy [3]. 3. If market risk appetite increases significantly, attention should be given to solid-state batteries, robotics, and AI applications [3]. 4. Long-term focus on emerging sectors highlighted in the 14th Five-Year Plan, including artificial intelligence, aerospace development, semiconductor self-sufficiency, and quantum economy [3]. Sector Recommendations - Continued recommendations for growth sectors include: - Technology: Positive trends in domestic and overseas computing power, with multiple sub-sectors exceeding performance expectations [3]. - Consumer: Innovative pharmaceuticals and CXO sectors expected to show upward trends in Q3 reports [3]. - High-end manufacturing: Wind power and energy storage maintaining high demand, with potential turning points in battery and photovoltaic sectors [3]. - Cyclical: Steel and chemical sectors expected to see gradual profit improvements, with a focus on copper and aluminum benefiting from U.S. Federal Reserve rate cuts [3].

Group 1 - The UK-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (UKVFTA) has led to significant growth in bilateral trade between Vietnam and the UK, with expectations for further enhancement due to the UK's accession to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) [1][2] - In 2024, bilateral trade is projected to reach a historical high of over $8.4 billion, representing an 18% year-on-year increase, positioning the UK as Vietnam's third-largest trading partner in Europe [2] - Vietnam is recognized as a rapidly growing market with over 100 million people, while the UK is a high-income consumer market, creating substantial export and investment opportunities for businesses in both countries [2] Group 2 - Vietnam's technology sector is expected to generate approximately $158 billion in revenue in 2024, accounting for 15% of its GDP, with domestic R&D spending at 0.5% of GDP [2] - The Global Innovation Index 2024 ranks Vietnam 44th among 133 economies, highlighting its robust educational and research infrastructure, including around 250 universities and 400 research institutions [2] - The UK is currently the 15th largest investor in Vietnam, with investments totaling $4.46 billion across 147 countries [2]

Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly provide an investment rating for the industry Core Insights - The "America First Investment Policy" aims to maintain a strong and open investment environment in the U.S. while protecting against potential threats from foreign investments [1] - The policy encourages investments from allied and partner countries, particularly in emerging technologies like artificial intelligence [2] - There is a significant focus on limiting investments from foreign adversaries, especially in critical sectors such as technology, healthcare, and energy [3][6] - The memorandum indicates a strategic shift in U.S. investment policy, particularly targeting China, with an emphasis on economic security as a component of national security [8] Summary by Sections Section: Policy Overview - The memorandum establishes a "fast track" procedure for investments from specific allied nations in advanced technology sectors [2] - It mandates environmental reviews for investments exceeding $1 billion in the U.S. [2] Section: Restrictions on Foreign Investments - The policy will utilize legal means to restrict foreign adversaries from investing in sensitive U.S. technologies and infrastructure [3] - It aims to prevent U.S. investments in sectors that support China's military-civil fusion strategy [6] Section: Implications for U.S.-China Relations - The memorandum suggests that future Chinese investments in the U.S. may face stricter scrutiny, particularly in key technology areas [8] - The report anticipates limited short-term economic impact but highlights the ongoing strategic competition between the U.S. and China in advanced manufacturing and AI [10] Section: Market Reactions - The report notes a trend of capital shifting away from sensitive technology sectors towards non-sensitive areas like consumer services and commercial real estate [10] - It emphasizes the need to monitor changes in foreign capital flows in the secondary market due to the policy's implications [10]