I'll readily admit that I don't know how the stock market will perform in 2026. It could continue to climb. On the other hand, the momentum from last year could evaporate. However, I think the individual stocks that outperform the S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) this year will be those with key catalysts. With that in mind, I predict that three stocks will crush the market in 2026. Will AI create the world's first trillionaire? Our team just released a report on the one little-known company, called an "Indispen ...

Group 1 - The core viewpoint highlights strong investment interest in optical modules, with significant capital inflow into the communication ETF (515880), exceeding 2.7 billion yuan over the past 20 days [1] - Overseas cloud providers are significantly increasing their capital expenditure (Capex) guidance, leading to a valuation recovery in the industry chain. Google expects its 2026 Capex to be between 175 billion to 185 billion USD, nearly doubling year-on-year; Meta's full-year Capex guidance is 115 billion to 135 billion USD, a 73% increase; and Amazon's guidance is 200 billion USD, a 53% year-on-year growth [1] - The industry outlook is positive, with US earnings reports reaffirming the certainty of AI, and a continued shortage in computing power supply. Google reports that its Gemini 3.0 model is the fastest in its history, with over 750 million monthly active users. Management indicates that AI infrastructure investment will gradually increase throughout the year, with a pre-calculated power shortage expected to persist [1] Group 2 - Recent strong rebounds in the US computing chain and optical communication sectors have positively influenced sentiment and risk appetite in the A-share market. A-share segments like optical modules and servers are positioned at the core of the global AI industry chain, suggesting a strong "sell shovel" logic that may continue to benefit [1] - The communication ETF (515880) holds key overseas computing industry stocks, with core components such as optical modules, servers, optical fibers, and copper connections accounting for over 76%, effectively representing the fundamental industry outlook [1]

Group 1: A-Share Market Performance - The A-share market experienced a significant increase on the first trading day of the last week before the Spring Festival, with the Shanghai Composite Index rising by 1.41% to 4123.09 points and the Shenzhen Component Index increasing by 2.17% to 14208.44 points [1][12] - Over 4600 stocks in the two markets rose, with a total trading volume of approximately 2.27 trillion yuan, remaining stable compared to the previous trading day [1][12] - Most sectors showed positive performance, particularly in telecommunications, internet, and semiconductors, while only a few sectors like oil and gas experienced a pullback [1][12] - The A-share market has absorbed some valuation pressure during previous adjustments, suggesting a potential continuation of a slow bull market in the medium to long term [1][12] Group 2: Gaming Industry Insights - The gaming sector has shown promising signs with the issuance of 182 game licenses in January 2026, including 177 domestic games and 5 imported games, indicating regulatory support for the industry's healthy development [3][14] - The Chinese gaming market's actual sales revenue reached 350.79 billion yuan in 2025, marking a year-on-year growth of 7.68%, and the user base grew to 683 million [3][14] - The investment logic in the gaming sector focuses on "performance realization" and "AI technology transformation," with a confirmed recovery point in 2025 after previous adjustments [4][15] - The application of AI technology in game development is reshaping valuation logic, reducing development costs, and enhancing user willingness to pay through innovative gameplay [4][15] - The China Securities Animation and Gaming Index's price-to-earnings ratio is currently in a relatively reasonable historical range, indicating high upward elasticity for the sector [4][16] Group 3: Film and Television Sector Dynamics - The film and television sector is experiencing a significant pre-Spring Festival rally, with the Film and Television ETF rising over 7% in a single day, driven by the upcoming 2026 Spring Festival holiday and the release of major films [6][17] - The domestic box office for 2025 reached 51.83 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of approximately 22%, recovering to over 80% of historical highs [7][17] - AI technology is deeply empowering the film industry, with advancements in scriptwriting and special effects production, which can significantly lower production costs and enhance profitability for leading companies [7][17] - The Film and Television ETF tracks the China Securities Film Index, covering traditional cinema leaders and new media giants, reflecting the overall performance of the film and television content production and distribution industry [7][17] Group 4: Gold Market Trends - The gold market has shown resilience after a sharp correction, with the Gold ETF rising by 3.52% and the Gold Stock ETF increasing by 2.71% [8][18] - China's central bank has increased its gold reserves for the 15th consecutive month, reaching 74.19 million ounces (approximately 2307.57 tons) by the end of January [8][18] - The long-term trend for gold remains strong, supported by challenges to the dollar credit system and increasing demand for gold as a safe asset amid global geopolitical uncertainties [8][18] Group 5: Cloud Computing and AI Investment - Major cloud companies have significantly raised their capital expenditure guidance, with Google projecting between $175 billion and $185 billion for 2026, nearly doubling year-on-year [9][19] - The AI supply chain remains tight, with companies like Google and Microsoft reporting high demand for AI infrastructure, indicating ongoing investment in AI capabilities [9][19] - The A-share market's segments related to optical modules and servers are positioned at the core of the global AI supply chain, likely benefiting from the increased capital expenditure [10][20]

Market Performance - Overseas computing power recovery led to a rise of over 4% in the Communication ETF (515880) and the ChiNext AI ETF (159388) during trading today [1] Factors Driving the Increase - Recent US earnings reports indicate several key points: - Capital expenditures are accelerating, with Google projecting 2026 capital spending between $175 billion and $185 billion, nearly doubling year-on-year; Meta's full-year capital expenditure guidance is $115 billion to $135 billion, a 73% year-on-year increase; Amazon's guidance is $200 billion, a 53% increase year-on-year [2] - Microsoft did not provide full-year guidance but noted a seasonal quarter-on-quarter decline, likely due to factors like financing leases. The market previously expected a 42% growth in North American CSP capital expenditures for 2026, but recent earnings reports show capital expenditure growth significantly exceeding expectations [2] CPO Penetration and Market Sentiment - CPO penetration is exceeding expectations, but attention is needed on scale-up and scale-out dynamics. The consensus is that scale-up will dominate CPO, while scale-out remains led by pluggable optical modules. The domestic optical module leaders may secure some orders in the scale-up segment, indicating that CPO penetration in scale-up represents incremental growth rather than a replacement [3] - Market sentiment has rebounded from previous lows, with US markets recovering last Friday, influencing A-shares today. Both markets have faced issues related to funding and sentiment, with A-shares experiencing declining trading volumes since late January [3] Future Outlook - US earnings reports reaffirm the certainty of AI, with ongoing shortages in computing power. Google reported that Gemini 3.0 is the fastest model in its history, with over 750 million monthly active users for Gemini applications. Google also announced a partnership with Apple to develop the next-generation Apple foundational model. The management indicated that investments in AI infrastructure will gradually increase throughout the year, with a continued tight supply of computing power expected [4] - The focus remains on core segments like optical modules and servers, which are positioned at the heart of the global AI industry chain. With capital expenditures for 2026 significantly exceeding expectations, the outlook for optical modules and servers is strengthening, making Communication ETF (515880) and ChiNext AI ETF (159388) attractive for interested investors [4]

据银河数据显示，天弘中证全指通信设备指数基金（A类：020899，C类：020900）2025年全年收益率斩获同类标准主题指数股票型基金排名第一。因此， 天弘中证全指通信设备指数基金也成为AI算力爆发红利之下的优质投资标的资产。（数据统计区间2025/1/1~2025/12/31，同类排名定义：标准主题指数股票 型基金，收益数据来源于产品季度报告） | 月末数据截止日期 2025-12 | 基金管理人查询 全部基金管理人 | | --- | --- | | 基金交易代码或简称 清输入基金交易代码 | 时间区间查询 过去一年 ン 展示基金数量 全部 | | | Ｑ查询 | 消息面上，Meta与康宁签署2030年前价值60亿美元的光纤电缆长期供应协议，全力扩建产能以满足AI数据中心刚性需求；仅Meta路易斯安那州单体数据中 心项目即需铺设800万英里光纤。与此同时，英伟达于2026年2月3日举办CPO网络研讨会，聚焦"面向十亿瓦级AI工厂的共封装硅光子交换机"，强调CPO作 为支撑AI算力规模化扩张的核心物理底座的战略价值，印证光通信基础设施正从传统电信周期转向以AI高速互连为主导的新景气周期。 | 陸号 | 时 ...

2月5日，谷歌财报全面超预期，或可持续关注通信ETF（515880）。 【Q4财务数据】 北京时间2月5日凌晨，谷歌发布25Q4财报。 单季营收达1138亿美元，yoy+18%，#再创单季历史新高，高于分析师预期的1114亿美元。 单季净利润达344.55亿美元，yoy+30%。 单季云收入177亿美元，同比增长48%，#相对上季度的34%再度加速，高于华尔街预期的162亿美元。 单季服务业务收入为959亿美元，同比增长14%，略高于预期的949亿美元。其中广告收入合计823亿美 元，同比增长14%，超过预期的809亿美元。 【资本开支指引】 2026年资本支出预计在1750亿至1850亿美元之间，#中位数为1800亿美元，同比接近翻倍，比市场预期 的1195亿美元高600+亿美元，#大幅超出预期50%+。 【点评】 谷歌财报再度印证AI确定性，算力供应仍然短缺。谷歌在财报中还透露，Gemini 3.0成为公司历史上采 用最快的模型，Gemini应用月活跃用户超7.5亿。公司通过模型优化将Gemini服务单位成本降低了 78%。此外，Google宣布与Apple合作开发下一代Apple基础模型。AI基建方面， ...

Core Insights - Alphabet's Q4 revenue increased by 18% year-over-year, reaching a record high of $113.8 billion, exceeding analyst expectations by over 2% [7][31] - The company's R&D expenses surged by 42% due to AI investments, and despite a one-time $2.1 billion Waymo compensation expense, the operating margin remained above 30% [18][11] - Google Cloud revenue grew by 48% to $17.7 billion, significantly surpassing analyst expectations, driven by strong demand for AI infrastructure and solutions [23][7] - Alphabet's capital expenditure guidance for 2026 is set at $175 billion to $185 billion, more than 50% higher than market expectations, indicating a strong commitment to AI [31][3] Financial Performance - Q4 EPS was $2.82, reflecting a 31% year-over-year increase, which was above market expectations [10][7] - Operating profit for Q4 rose by 16% to $35.9 billion, with an operating margin of 31.6%, despite the impact of the Waymo compensation expense [11][12] - Net profit increased by 30% to $34.5 billion, aided by other income contributions, including a $2.3 billion gain from equity investments [15][11] Business Segment Performance - Google Cloud emerged as the standout performer, with a 48% revenue increase, and its operating profit reached $5.3 billion, significantly exceeding analyst forecasts [23][7] - Google Services revenue grew by 14% to $95.9 billion, with advertising revenue also increasing by 14% to $82.3 billion, surpassing expectations [26][28] - Other Bets revenue declined by 7.5% to $37 million, falling short of analyst predictions [27] Strategic Outlook - Alphabet's substantial capital expenditure plans reflect its aggressive stance in the AI race, with CEO Sundar Pichai emphasizing the importance of AI investments for future growth [31][3] - The release of the Gemini 3 AI model and partnerships, such as with Apple, are expected to enhance Alphabet's competitive position in the AI landscape [31][3] - The company faces challenges from competitors like OpenAI, necessitating continued innovation and investment in cloud and search advertising to maintain momentum [5][18]

Core Viewpoint - Alphabet is set to report its quarterly earnings, with its market capitalization reaching a historic high of $4.1 trillion, just shy of surpassing Nvidia as the largest company by market value. The market is focused on whether Alphabet's performance can match its valuation, which is at an 18-year high [1][4]. Revenue and Earnings Expectations - Market expectations indicate a 17% revenue growth and a 23% increase in earnings per share (EPS) for Alphabet. Bank of America is more optimistic, predicting that both revenue and EPS will exceed consensus estimates, driven by a stable advertising market and accelerated growth in search and YouTube due to the Gemini 3.0 model [1][5]. Business Performance Insights - Alphabet's core business is on an accelerated growth path, with Q4 revenue forecasted at $95.9 billion and EPS at $2.65, both above Wall Street consensus. The search business is expected to grow 15% year-over-year to $61.9 billion, while YouTube ad revenue is projected to increase by 15% to $12 billion. The cloud business is anticipated to maintain a high growth rate of 35%, reaching $16.2 billion in revenue [5][6]. Capital Expenditure Concerns - Capital expenditures are expected to rise significantly, with Bank of America raising its 2026 forecast to $139 billion, well above the market expectation of $119 billion. This increase in spending is a focal point for investors, as it could impact stock performance. The situation is compared to Microsoft, which faced a sell-off due to slowing cloud growth and high AI spending, while Meta's strong revenue guidance justified its high expenditures [1][7]. Operational Efficiency and Other Business Lines - Alphabet's operational efficiency is improving, with a projected increase in operating profit margin to 39.1% in Q4. The company's other business lines, such as its autonomous driving unit Waymo, have also seen positive developments, with a recent funding round valuing it at $126 billion, nearly tripling its previous valuation [8].

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Core Insights - OpenAI's recent developments, particularly the launch of Gemini 3.0, have shifted market sentiment, favoring Google (Alphabet) over OpenAI, although volatility remains a concern for OpenAI's potential stock performance [1][2][5] - OpenAI's valuation could reach between $750 billion and $830 billion in the upcoming capital raise, despite financial uncertainties [3][4] - The potential for OpenAI's IPO could lead to a historic debut, possibly valued at $1 trillion, depending on future performance and market conditions [4] Company-Specific Insights OpenAI - Concerns about OpenAI's financial sustainability have led to significant market reactions, with fears of running out of cash by mid-2027 if capital raises do not occur [3] - The company is exploring monetization opportunities, which could enhance its market position and potentially lead to a resurgence against competitors like Google [5] Oracle - Oracle's stock has been negatively impacted due to its reliance on OpenAI, with approximately two-thirds of its remaining performance obligations (RPOs) tied to OpenAI's financial health [6][7] - Despite the risks, Oracle is viewed as a valuable investment, particularly due to its role in the GPU market, which could benefit from ongoing AI advancements [8] Microsoft - Microsoft has experienced a decline in stock value, attributed to the diminishing hype surrounding OpenAI, which is crucial for its Copilot product [9] - A significant capital raise, potentially around $50 billion, could alleviate investor concerns and improve Microsoft's stock performance, especially as earnings reports approach [10]