Core Viewpoint - Sandisk has experienced a significant stock price increase of approximately 1,050% since its re-entry into the public market as a spinoff from Western Digital, indicating strong market performance and investor interest [2][3]. Company Performance - Sandisk's stock surged after its separation from Western Digital, allowing it to concentrate on its flash memory business, which is in high demand due to the current AI boom [3][4]. - The company reported a 26% increase in data center revenue in the latest quarter, reaching $269 million, marking it as one of the fastest-growing segments for Sandisk [4]. Industry Context - The demand for high-speed digital storage has surged due to the requirements of AI, leading to a supply shortage that Sandisk has capitalized on by raising prices for its storage products [3][4]. - The overall market for flash memory is expected to grow as data centers increasingly require more storage solutions to support AI applications [3].

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Market Overview - U.S. equities showed resilient but volatile performance in Q4, with major indexes near all-time highs while market conditions shifted significantly beneath the surface [2] - The S&P 500 Index returned 2.7% during the quarter, while the Russell Midcap Growth Index declined 3.7%, indicating increased selectivity among investors [3] Performance Analysis - The ClearBridge Growth Strategy outperformed its benchmark for the third consecutive quarter, benefiting from early-quarter momentum in AI-related sectors and strong downside protection as risk appetite moderated [4] - The Strategy delivered a strong year, outperforming its benchmark by nearly 600 basis points (gross of fees), highlighting the importance of stock selection in a market where much of the upside is already priced in [6] Sector Contributions - Positive contributions came from the consumer discretionary and materials sectors, while the consumer staples and information technology sectors detracted from performance [20] - Notable contributors included Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Broadcom, Freeport-McMoRan, and TE Connectivity, while detractors included e.l.f. Beauty and Doximity [22] Portfolio Positioning - The Strategy reallocated capital towards opportunities with more attractive risk-reward profiles, including new positions in Vistra, Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, and Hilton [14] - The portfolio is more diversified across sectors and subsectors, improving resilience while maintaining the ability to capture long-term upside [7] Outlook - The outlook remains consistent with earlier assessments, emphasizing the importance of disciplined stock selection and a balanced approach to portfolio construction amid increased volatility [17] - AI continues to represent a long-term opportunity, with a focus on maintaining exposure within the AI complex while balancing offensive and defensive characteristics in the portfolio [18]

Market Overview - The storage sector saw a significant increase in early trading, with Baiwei Storage rising over 8%, and other companies like Tongfu Microelectronics, Purun Co., and Langke Technology also experiencing substantial gains [1][2]. Company Performance - Baiwei Storage (688525.SS) reported a price of 190.50, with an increase of 8.68% and a turnover rate of 7.26% [2]. - Tongfu Microelectronics (002156.SZ) had a price of 51.57, up by 7.01%, with a turnover rate of 9.80% [2]. - Langke Technology (300042.SZ) saw its stock rise by 5.30%, reaching a price of 31.21 [2]. - SK Hynix and Samsung Electronics, which together account for over 60% of NAND capacity, are reducing their flash memory production to maximize profits, potentially exacerbating supply shortages [3]. Industry Trends - Micron Technology indicated that the shortage of storage chips is expected to persist due to increased demand from AI infrastructure, with supply constraints likely to continue until 2026 [3][4]. - The global storage industry is shifting towards a "high profit, stable price, weak cycle" operational model, with DDR4 and DDR5 spot prices rising approximately 10% in the first half of January [3][4]. - The price of 16GB memory modules has surged from over 300 yuan a year ago to over 1100 yuan, reflecting a 2-3 times increase in other specifications [3]. Future Outlook - The storage industry's high demand is anticipated to drive growth in semiconductor equipment and materials companies, with domestic companies like Changxin Technology progressing in their IPOs, which may further expand capital expenditures [4]. - The introduction of new technologies, such as NVIDIA's memory storage platform, is expected to maintain the tight supply conditions in the storage sector, indicating a strong sustainability of the industry's super cycle [4][5].

19 January 2026 | 11:25PM HKT Equity Research VeriSilicon (688521.SS): Chairman visit: AI projects to empower cloud and edge devices; Strong orders to support growth ahead; Buy We hosted the VeriSilicon Chairman on Jan 15 at the GS Tech AI Outlook Corp Day in Hong Kong. Management is positive on the company's strong orders on hand by the end of 4Q25E (new orders from Oct 1st to Dec 25th reached historical high at Rmb2.5bn, or +130% YoY), with AI computing projects as the main contributor. With the delivery ...

19 January 2026 | 11:54PM HKT Equity Research China Semis: YJ Semi (688498.SS) Mgmt. visit: CW lasers in expansion; rising Silicon Photonics penetration rate in 800G / 1.6T We hosted YJ Semi (688498.SS, Not Covered) management on Jan 15 at the GS Tech AI Outlook Corp Day in Hong Kong. Management's positive tone on their optical module business echoes our positive view on: (1) AI infrastructure ramp up across US Cloud and China Cloud. Our global AI server volume implies demand for 11m/ 16m/ 21m AI chips in 2 ...

Summary of Key Points from the Conference Call Industry Overview - The report focuses on the structural changes in the global AI industry as of early 2026, particularly highlighting the divergence in AI application markets between China and the United States [1][1]. Macro Trends and Market Divergence - The AI application market in China and the U.S. is experiencing a stark contrast, described as "ice and fire" [1][1]. - U.S. software stocks have significantly declined since January 2026, primarily due to concerns raised by Anthropic's release of an Agent product capable of fully automated workflows, which has disrupted market perceptions of software development costs and value [1][1]. AI Application Ecosystem - The Chinese AI application ecosystem is more inclined towards "closed-loop integration," with leading companies leveraging their own traffic and ecosystems to rapidly implement Agent functionalities [2][2]. - Since August 2025, upstream computing power (chips, devices, storage) has shown strong performance, while downstream application sectors (internet, software companies) have exhibited weakness [2][2]. Technology Evolution and Model Landscape - Basic models are entering a linear growth phase, with the first tier consisting of Anthropic, OpenAI, and Gemini, while the second tier includes Grok, Zhiyu, and Kimi [3][3]. - Domestic models like Tongyi Qianwen are lagging, while Deepseek V4 is expected to challenge the first tier [3][3]. - There has been no breakthrough leap in capabilities, but overall abilities are steadily improving [4][4]. - Multimodal capabilities are becoming critical, with models like Google’s NanoBanana enhancing Agent performance in various applications [4][4]. - Vertical models are shifting towards a "post-training + reinforcement learning" approach, internalizing expert reasoning rather than relying on external retrieval systems [4][4]. Comparison of Domestic and International AI Applications - In China, companies like ByteDance, Tencent, and Alibaba are integrating AI into their ecosystems effectively, with Alibaba's Tongyi Qianwen being recognized as the first true consumer-facing Agent [5][5]. - In contrast, international players like Anthropic focus on programming workflows, while OpenAI and Google are still primarily chatbot-oriented, lacking in task planning capabilities [5][5]. Investment Logic and Recommendations - Upstream sectors such as storage (DRAM/HBM/SSD), semiconductor equipment, and power equipment are expected to benefit from the shift in AI inference demand and TSMC's planned capital expenditure increase of 30%-40% in 2026 [6][6]. - Platform companies that integrate ecosystems, models, and traffic are highlighted, with Alibaba and Tencent being key players in China [6][6]. - Recommendations for terminal scene companies include Meitu, Roblox, and Reddit, while ToB tool companies like Adobe and Figma are noted for their collaborations with large model companies [7][7]. Core Judgments and Outlook - The year 2026 is termed the "third year of the Agent," with high market premiums but uncertain outcomes [7][7]. - The core competitiveness of Agents is shifting from "general dialogue" to "automated workflow execution," particularly in vertical fields like programming and healthcare [7][7]. - Domestic AI applications are advancing rapidly in consumer markets due to closed ecosystems, while international markets are more disruptive in B2B workflow automation [7][7]. - Storage demand is transitioning from training to inference, with SSDs expected to become the foundational infrastructure for the next generation of Agents [7][7]. - The document emphasizes a critical turning point in the AI industry from "model competition" to "application implementation," with clear divergence in paths between China and the U.S. [7][7].

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