Market Overview - The Hong Kong stock market indices opened higher on July 8, with the Hang Seng Index rising by 0.17%, the Hang Seng Tech Index increasing by 0.28%, and the Hang Seng China Enterprises Index up by 0.22% [1] Future Market Outlook - Guoyuan Hong Kong anticipates that policy measures may be introduced in the second half of the year to counteract tariff impacts, supporting the valuation of Hong Kong stocks, which are expected to maintain resilience in the medium to long term [2] - According to CMB International, as of the end of June, the Hang Seng Index approached its yearly high, primarily driven by a decline in risk premiums, while the contribution from fundamental earnings improvement was relatively limited. Southbound capital has shown a strategic increase in holdings across various sectors, particularly in healthcare and finance, reflecting a focus on high-growth sectors and defensive high-dividend stocks [2] - CITIC Securities predicts that the ongoing reform of the Hong Kong listing system will enhance asset quality and liquidity, with continued inflow of southbound capital. The market is expected to trend upwards in the third quarter, with potential earnings upgrades in the fourth quarter due to domestic growth stabilization policies [3] Sector Focus - Everbright Securities notes that in the short term, the Hong Kong market may experience volatility due to liquidity constraints and uncertainties in U.S.-China relations. However, the long-term outlook remains strong, with relatively high profitability in the market and attractive valuation for sectors like internet, new consumption, and innovative pharmaceuticals [2] - China Merchants Securities highlights the stability and strong dividend capacity of the infrastructure sector, recommending attention to the valuation of Hong Kong infrastructure dividend assets, especially during a rate-cutting cycle [6] Company News - BYD Company Limited has signed a cooperation framework agreement with the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology to establish a joint laboratory focusing on robotics and intelligent manufacturing, with an investment of several tens of millions of Hong Kong dollars over the coming years [7] - Jitu Express reported a total parcel volume of 7.3916 billion for the second quarter, representing a year-on-year increase of 23.5%, and expects a total of 13.991 billion parcels by mid-2025, a growth of 27.0% [7] - China Carbon Neutrality has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Beijing Zhonghong Lanhai to collaborate in the fields of carbon peak and carbon neutrality, with a total investment of approximately 10 billion RMB [7] - Conant Optical anticipates a net profit increase of no less than 30% year-on-year for the first half of the year [8] - Dongfeng Motor Group reported a cumulative automobile sales figure of 824,000 units for the first six months, reflecting a year-on-year decline of approximately 14.7% [9]