Group 1 - The A-share brokerage sector has significantly underperformed the market this year, with the CSI All Share Securities Companies Index rising only 1.8% compared to the over 25% increase in the Wind All A Index [1] - The Hong Kong Securities ETF has surged over 41% this year, while the A-share Securities ETF has only increased by 5% [2] - The net profit of listed brokerages is expected to grow by 62.4% year-on-year in the first three quarters of 2025, indicating a divergence between performance and stock price [2] Group 2 - The brokerage sector is entering a configuration window with quantitative signals and capital resonance, suggesting a potential upward trend as main funds show significant inflow [3] - The sector is currently in a neutral to weak oscillation pattern, with limited downside risk and a potential for upward breakout if positive catalysts emerge [3] - The turnover rate in the brokerage sector has dropped to a historical low, indicating low trading willingness and a stable chip structure [3] Group 3 - Central Huijin's long-term stable allocation provides strong support for the sector, with no evidence of reduction in holdings and an increase in positions in key brokerages [4] - The brokerage sector's price-to-book (PB) ratio is only 1.36 times, indicating a significant undervaluation despite a surge in performance [4] - The securities industry has ample room for incremental business growth, with leading brokerages expected to strengthen through mergers and acquisitions [4]