Core Insights - The 2025 Global Investor Conference held in Shenzhen focused on "New Quality Productivity: Investment Opportunities in China - Open Innovation in the Shenzhen Market" [1] - Niu Junling, a partner at Yuanhe Puhua Fund, discussed the trends and changes in China's semiconductor industry, highlighting the impact of AI on revenue growth in integrated circuits [1] - The semiconductor industry in China has made significant advancements, with many segments transitioning from domestic substitution to intense competition, leading to mergers and innovations [2] Investment Strategy - Yuanhe Puhua's investment strategy is evolving, focusing on hard technology and original innovation, shifting from a "spindle-shaped" to a "dumbbell-shaped" investment model [4] - The firm is concentrating on minority equity investments in areas like semiconductor equipment, materials, and EDA/IP, as well as mergers and acquisitions to strengthen domestic leading enterprises [4][5] - The focus on mergers includes helping traditional companies transform and develop new growth avenues through acquiring hard technology assets [5] AI Impact on Semiconductor Industry - AI technology is enhancing semiconductor design by automating repetitive tasks, allowing developers to focus on more valuable work [5] - In manufacturing, AI is improving production intelligence and defect detection, significantly increasing efficiency and accuracy [5]