Economic Data - The People's Bank of China will release January CPI and PPI on February 11 [1] - The National Bureau of Statistics will publish the monthly report on January commodity residential sales price index on February 13 [1] - Financial data including January social financing and new RMB loans will also be released next week [1] - In the US, December retail sales month-on-month will be announced on February 10, followed by January unemployment rate and non-farm employment data on February 11 [1] Earnings Reports - The US earnings season continues with several notable companies reporting next week, including BP, Barclays, Marriott, Coca-Cola, and AstraZeneca on February 10 [2] - Other companies such as NetEase, Youdao, and Total will report on February 11, while TripAdvisor and Hyatt will report on February 12 [2] - In Hong Kong, SMIC will report earnings on February 10, followed by Budweiser APAC and NetEase Cloud Music on February 11 [2] New Stock Issuance - One new stock, Tongbao Optoelectronics, will be available for subscription on February 9, with Ai De Technology listing on the Beijing Stock Exchange on February 10 [2] - Several new stocks will list in Hong Kong, including Lanke Technology on February 9 and Aixin Yuanzhi on February 10 [2] Stock Unlocking - A total of 33 restricted stocks will be unlocked next week, with a total market value exceeding 36 billion yuan, led by Hunan YN with 24.096 billion yuan [3][10] Central Bank Operations - The central bank will have 4.055 billion yuan of reverse repos maturing next week, with specific amounts maturing each day [3][10] Government Bonds - The Ministry of Finance will issue the first phase of RMB government bonds in Hong Kong on February 11, with a scale of 14 billion yuan [13]

Investment Rating - The report indicates a positive investment outlook for the technology sector, particularly in AI and cloud computing, with significant capital expenditures from major players like Meta, Microsoft, and Alibaba [6][31]. Core Insights - Major tech companies are increasing capital expenditures to enhance AI capabilities, with Meta's projected spending reaching between $115 billion and $135 billion for the year [5][31]. - AI demand remains strong, with companies like OpenAI and Anthropic accelerating their growth and preparing for IPOs, indicating a robust market for AI applications [4][11]. - The report highlights a shift in pricing strategies among cloud service providers, with Google Cloud and Amazon AWS raising prices for data transmission and machine learning services, marking a departure from the long-standing trend of price reductions [20][21]. Industry Frontiers - OpenAI has raised over $100 billion in funding, with a valuation of $830 billion, and is preparing for an IPO in Q4 2026 [4][11]. - Anthropic has revised its revenue projections, expecting a threefold increase in sales this year, potentially reaching $18 billion, and over $55 billion next year [11][12]. - ByteDance is set to release a new AI model in mid-February, aiming to capture a larger share of the AI market in China [12][27]. Capital Trends - Google Cloud announced a price increase for global data transmission services effective May 2026, with Amazon AWS also raising prices for its machine learning services by approximately 15% [5][20]. - Meta has secured a $6 billion long-term supply agreement with Corning for fiber optic cables, emphasizing the importance of infrastructure in AI development [21]. - Alibaba is considering increasing its investment in AI infrastructure and cloud computing from 380 billion to 480 billion yuan over the next three years [25][26]. Weekly Perspectives - The report notes that AI investments are yielding positive results for companies like Meta, with improved user engagement and advertising performance [31][32]. - The demand for AI infrastructure is expected to surge, driven by the increasing need for advanced computing capabilities [32]. - The report anticipates a significant growth in the number of ASIC chips required for AI applications, projecting a boom in demand from 2026 to 2027 [32]. Industry Chain Data Updates - In December, China's smartphone market saw a significant decline in sales, with Huawei maintaining the largest market share [34]. - The PC market experienced a mixed performance, with desktop sales increasing while laptop sales declined [35].

Core Viewpoint - The Hong Kong stock market experienced significant volatility, with major tech stocks like Alibaba and Tencent seeing sharp declines before stabilizing, influenced by rumors regarding tax adjustments for high-tech enterprises [1][3]. Market Performance - The Hong Kong Internet ETF (513770) saw a price drop of 0.56%, with a peak decline of over 3% during the day, marking a three-day losing streak, although there was a net inflow of 69.95 million yuan yesterday and a total of 1.313 billion yuan over the past 20 days [1][3]. - The current price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of the Hong Kong Internet ETF is 25.31, which is significantly lower than the P/E ratios of the ChiNext Index (41.62) and the Nasdaq 100 (36.37), indicating a favorable valuation compared to other markets [3][4]. Industry Trends - The competition for AI market entry is intensifying as major players like Tencent and Alibaba ramp up their marketing efforts, with Alibaba planning to launch its new AI model during the Spring Festival to capitalize on high traffic [3][4]. - The AI application industry is expected to become a "must-have" by 2026, with a projected turning point in revenue contributions occurring in the second half of 2025, supported by strong profit elasticity and operational leverage [3][7]. Investment Opportunities - The top holdings in the Hong Kong Internet ETF include major companies such as Alibaba, Tencent, and Kuaishou, which collectively account for nearly 77% of the fund, highlighting the dominance of leading tech firms in the sector [3][4]. - For investors seeking to mitigate volatility while still gaining exposure to technology, the Hong Kong Large Cap 30 ETF (520560) is recommended, as it combines high-growth tech stocks with stable dividend-paying companies [4].

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Overweight" rating for the computer industry, expecting the industry index to outperform the market index by over 10% in the next six months [2][33]. Core Insights - The report highlights a competitive landscape in AI applications among major internet companies, with significant cash giveaways during the Spring Festival to attract users and enhance engagement with AI products. This marks a new phase in AI application competition, aiming for widespread adoption and commercialization [2][28]. - The computer industry index has shown a decline of 5.32% over the past two weeks, underperforming the CSI 300 index by 5.37 percentage points, ranking last among 31 sectors. However, it has increased by 9.08% in January, outperforming the CSI 300 index by 6.40 percentage points [10][20]. - The current price-to-earnings (PE) ratio for the SW computer sector stands at 59.79 times, placing it in the 96.66 percentile for the past five years and 91.70 percentile for the past ten years, indicating high valuation levels [20][22]. Summary by Sections Industry Performance Review - The SW computer sector has experienced a two-week decline of 5.32%, ranking 31st among 31 sectors. In January, it rose by 9.08%, outperforming the CSI 300 index by 6.40 percentage points [10][13]. Valuation Situation - As of January 29, 2026, the SW computer sector's PE TTM is 59.79 times, indicating a high valuation compared to historical data [20][22]. Industry News - Major announcements include Tencent's cash giveaway of 1 billion RMB for the Spring Festival, the launch of new AI models by Alibaba and ByteDance, and price increases for server CPUs by Intel and AMD due to high demand [22][24][25]. Company Announcements - Notable company forecasts include iFlytek expecting a net profit of 785 million to 950 million RMB for 2025, and SuperMap Software projecting a profit turnaround from a previous loss [25][26][27]. Weekly Insights - The report emphasizes the strategic moves by leading internet companies to capture AI traffic during the Spring Festival, suggesting a focus on investment opportunities related to AI applications and partnerships with leading firms [28][29].