Investment Rating - The overall industry investment rating is "Positive" [48] Core Viewpoints - The report emphasizes the impact of anti-involution policies on capacity regulation, which is beneficial for the livestock industry [6][22] - The agricultural sector has shown strong performance, with the agricultural index rising by 3.61% compared to the broader market indices [27] - The report highlights the long-term investment value of companies in the livestock sector, as their valuations are at historical lows [23] Summary by Relevant Sections Livestock Industry - **Swine**: The national average price for live pigs is 14.12 CNY/kg, down 0.15 CNY from last week. The average price for 15 kg piglets is 33.86 CNY/kg, down 0.17 CNY [6][22] - **Poultry**: The average price for white feather broilers is 3.35 CNY/lb, up 0.15 CNY from last week. The average price for white chickens is 13.7 CNY/kg, up 0.3 CNY [9][22] - **Yellow Chickens**: The average price for yellow chickens is 9.79 CNY/kg, down 0.88 CNY from last month. The industry is experiencing a rise in production capacity [10][25] - **Animal Health**: The animal health industry is recovering from a low point, with significant performance improvements noted in major companies [11][25] Planting Industry - **Seed Industry**: Policies are continuously improving, and the commercialization of genetically modified technology is accelerating, which is expected to boost sales and prices for quality seed companies [12][26] - **Planting**: Grain prices are experiencing short-term adjustments, with corn averaging 2441 CNY/ton, down 10 CNY from last week, while wheat is at 2442 CNY/ton, up 1 CNY [13][26] Recommended Companies - **Buy Ratings**: - Zhongchong Co., Ltd. [4] - Muyuan Foods [4] - Suqian Agricultural Development [4]

Market Overview - The A-share market shows strong upward momentum, with a focus on sectors such as hydropower construction, rare earths, and military industry [4][8] - The total market capitalization of the Shanghai Composite Index is 6,846.04 billion, with a PE ratio of 12.65 and a PB ratio of 1.31 [3] - The Shenzhen Component Index has a total market capitalization of 2,382.45 billion, with a PE ratio of 21.24 and a PB ratio of 2.25 [3] Economic Insights - In the first half of 2025, China attracted foreign investment of 423.23 billion RMB, with a year-on-year decrease of 15.2% [20] - The number of small and medium-sized enterprises in Hunan Province has surpassed 2.13 million, an increase of 156,200 compared to the same period last year [48] Industry Dynamics - The clinical trial for the African swine fever subunit vaccine has been approved, marking a significant step towards commercialization [31] - The first domestic cat trivalent vaccine has received approval for new veterinary drug registration, indicating progress in domestic pet health products [33] - The lithium battery industry in China saw a shipment volume increase of over 40% year-on-year in the first half of 2025, with a total shipment of 776 GWh [37][39] Company Updates - Sanqi Interactive Entertainment has appointed Zeng Kaitian as the new general manager, indicating a leadership change within the company [43][44] - Feiwo Technology has initiated its first share buyback, repurchasing 50,000 shares as part of its stock incentive plan [45][46]

Core Insights - The "pet economy" is rapidly growing in China, with the number of pets expected to exceed 120 million by 2024, leading to a market size surpassing 300 billion yuan, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 7.5% [1][4] - Hefei is positioning itself as a "pet-friendly city" and aims to enhance its pet economy through a three-year action plan targeting a market scale of over 5 billion yuan by 2027 [2][4][7] - The city is leveraging its agricultural advantages to integrate pet economy development with rural revitalization, aiming to create a unique model that connects urban and rural resources [4][6] Industry Development - Hefei's government has recognized the pet economy as a significant new sector within modern agriculture, with strategic goals set for industry growth and innovation [7][10] - The city has established a complete industrial chain with over 50,900 pet-related enterprises, focusing on areas such as pet food, medical care, and grooming services [10][11] - Hefei is also investing in high-tech areas like smart wearables and vaccine development, aiming to transition from manufacturing to intelligent manufacturing [6][12] Challenges and Opportunities - Despite Hefei's strong momentum, it faces challenges in scaling up compared to leading cities like Shenzhen, which has a pet industry exceeding 10 billion yuan [15][16] - The local pet economy's service sectors, such as medical and insurance, are still fragmented, and there is a need for better integration with e-commerce and tourism [15][16] - Hefei must also address the lag in industry standards and attract high-end talent to ensure sustainable growth in the pet economy [13][16] Future Directions - Hefei can focus on climbing the value chain by advancing in precision pet healthcare and smart equipment [17] - The city should aim to establish industry standards and enhance cross-regional collaboration to expand its market influence [17] - Creating pet-friendly spaces and improving public services can help position Hefei as a unique city that balances technology with a warm lifestyle [18]

Investment Rating - The overall industry investment rating is "Positive" for planting, livestock, and agricultural product processing sectors, while "Neutral" for forestry and fishery sectors [2]. Core Views - Recent grain price increases indicate a potential bottoming out of the planting industry chain, while livestock prices remain low with potential for high-level capacity adjustments. The importance of domestic agricultural supply is highlighted by tariff countermeasures, suggesting a favorable policy environment for industry development [20][23]. Summary by Sections 1. Livestock Industry Chain - **Pork**: Production capacity growth has stagnated, with the sector's valuation at a historical low, indicating long-term investment opportunities. The average price of pork is 14.82 CNY/kg, down 0.02 CNY from last week. The demand is expected to weaken in the short term, leading to a potential weak fluctuation in pork prices [5][20]. - **Poultry**: Chicken prices are fluctuating, with the average price for white feather broilers at 3.75 CNY/jin, up 0.02 CNY from last week. The industry faces high production levels, but potential price increases may occur due to reduced imports from the U.S. following tariff impositions [9][21]. - **Yellow Chicken**: Prices are expected to rise as supply tightens and consumption recovers, with prices for yellow chicken at 11.2 CNY/kg, up 0.51 CNY from last month [10][23]. - **Animal Health**: The industry shows signs of recovery, with improved performance in Q1. The introduction of domestic vaccines is expected to drive growth in the sector [11][23]. 2. Planting Industry Chain - **Seed Industry**: The focus on food security is leading to improved policies for the seed industry, with expectations for transgenic technology to accelerate. The performance of leading companies is expected to improve as valuations are currently low [12][24]. - **Grain Prices**: Recent increases in grain prices, with corn at 2327 CNY/ton (up 30 CNY) and wheat at 2462 CNY/ton (up 10 CNY), suggest investment opportunities in the sector. The decline in grain imports in Q1 indicates a tightening supply [13][24]. 3. Recommended Companies and Ratings - **Companies with Buy Ratings**: Zhongchong Co., Muyuan Foods, and Suqian Agricultural Development are highlighted as recommended investments [3][52].

Investment Rating - The overall industry rating is positive, with expectations for higher returns compared to the CSI 300 index in the next six months [52]. Core Views - The agricultural product prices have shown a divergence recently, with grain prices continuing to rise while livestock prices have stabilized after an initial increase. The importance of domestic food security has been highlighted by tariff countermeasures, and the policy environment for industry development is expected to continue improving, indicating ongoing investment opportunities in the sector [5][18]. - The livestock industry chain is experiencing stagnation in production capacity growth, with the valuation of the sector at a low point, suggesting long-term investment opportunities. The average price of live pigs is currently 14.95 yuan/kg, reflecting a slight decrease from the previous week [5][19]. - The poultry sector is witnessing fluctuations in chicken prices, with the average price for white feather broilers at 3.73 yuan/kg, down 0.02 yuan from last week. The industry is advised to monitor the impacts of avian influenza and tariff countermeasures [21][20]. Summary by Sections Livestock Industry Chain - **Pork**: The production capacity growth has stagnated, and the sector's valuation is at a historical low, indicating potential long-term investment value. The average price of live pigs is 14.95 yuan/kg, down 0.02 yuan from last week [5][19]. - **Poultry**: The average price for white feather broilers is 3.73 yuan/kg, down 0.02 yuan from last week. The industry is advised to monitor the impacts of avian influenza and tariff countermeasures [21][20]. - **Eggs**: The average price for yellow chickens has shown a slight increase, with prices at 10.69 yuan/kg for Lihua yellow chickens, up 0.32 yuan from last month [21]. Planting Industry Chain - **Seed Industry**: The recent announcement of 99 genetically modified corn and soybean varieties pending approval indicates a significant expansion in domestic GM crop varieties, which is expected to enhance agricultural production efficiency [22]. - **Grain Prices**: Recent increases in grain prices, with corn at 2291 yuan/ton and wheat at 2434 yuan/ton, suggest potential investment opportunities in the context of reduced imports and tariff measures against U.S. agricultural products [22][11]. Recommended Companies - The report recommends several companies for investment, including: - Zhongchong Co., Ltd. (Buy) - Muyuan Foods Co., Ltd. (Buy) - Suqian Agricultural Development Co., Ltd. (Buy) [3].