Investment Rating - The report maintains a rating of "Increase" for the C-REITs sector [5] Core Insights - The C-REITs market is expected to benefit from a low interest rate environment in 2025, with a focus on policy themes and quality undervalued projects [3] - The report highlights the performance of the C-REITs index, which has seen a year-to-date increase of 13.37% as of August 8, 2025 [2][10] - The report identifies three main investment strategies: focusing on policy-driven projects, recognizing the value of weak-cycle assets, and monitoring the expansion of REITs with strong asset reserves [3] REITs Index Performance - The CSI REITs total return index decreased by 0.33% this week, closing at 1097.3 points [1][10] - Year-to-date, the CSI REITs index has increased by 9.93% [2][10] - The report notes that the Hang Seng real estate and construction index had the highest weekly increase of 2.60% [1][10] REITs Secondary Market Performance - The secondary market for C-REITs showed a volatile correction, with a total market capitalization of approximately 220.87 billion yuan and an average market value of about 3 billion yuan per REIT [12] - Among the listed REITs, 21 increased in value while 49 decreased, with an average weekly decline of 0.31% [12] - The report highlights strong performance in the warehousing and logistics sector, while the consumer infrastructure and affordable housing sectors experienced declines [12] REITs Valuation Performance - The internal rate of return (IRR) for listed REITs shows significant differentiation, with the top three being Ping An Guangzhou Guanghe REIT (11.3%), Huaxia China Communications Construction REIT (11.2%), and CICC Anhui Transportation Control REIT (8.6%) [3] - The price-to-net asset value (P/NAV) ratio ranges from 0.7 to 1.9, with Huaxia China Communications Construction REIT having a notably low P/NAV of 0.7 [3] Trading Volume Performance - The average daily trading volume for listed REITs was 3.864 million shares, with an average turnover rate of 0.9% [12][16] - The report indicates that the energy infrastructure sector had the highest trading activity this week [12]

Group 1 - In July, the enthusiasm for subscribing to newly issued public funds continued to rise, with 135 new funds raising a total of 104.868 billion yuan, marking the second highest monthly fundraising scale this year [1] - The floating fee rate reform significantly boosted the new fund market, with the first batch of 26 floating fee rate funds raising 25.865 billion yuan and achieving 261,500 effective subscriptions [1] - Several fund products leveraged policy benefits and market trends to achieve rapid fundraising, including 10 sci-tech bond ETFs that collectively raised 28.99 billion yuan in just one day [1] Group 2 - The A-share market recovery and increased investor risk appetite led to a quick fundraising for mixed funds, with 23 new mixed funds raising a total of 10.181 billion yuan in July [2] - The fund issuance in July can be summarized as "structural differentiation and innovation leadership," with both bond and equity funds driving growth, particularly in sci-tech bond ETFs and ESG themes [2] - The rapid fundraising of multiple products reflects institutional investors' recognition of bond asset allocation value and indicates a stabilization in the equity market [2]

Core Viewpoint - The newly published "Housing Rental Regulations" marks a significant advancement in China's housing rental market, establishing a clear institutional framework aimed at regulating market behavior, protecting rights, revitalizing existing resources, and fostering operational entities to achieve the long-term goal of a "dual rental and purchase" housing system [1] Group 1: Market Supply and Regulation - The rental market has become a crucial part of the housing system, especially in first and second-tier cities where renting is a mainstream living arrangement [2] - The lack of specific laws and regulations at the national level necessitated the introduction of the "Regulations" to fill the regulatory gap [2] - The "Regulations" encourage multiple channels for increasing rental supply, supporting the transformation of old factories and commercial properties into rental units [2][3] Group 2: Safety and Financial Protections - The "Regulations" address key issues of housing safety and financial risks, prohibiting the rental of non-residential spaces for living and setting standards for occupancy and safety compliance [4] - Clear guidelines on deposit protection are established, limiting landlords' ability to arbitrarily withhold deposits [4] Group 3: Institutionalization and Professionalization - The "Regulations" aim to enhance the institutionalization and professionalization of the housing rental industry, recognizing rental enterprises as legal entities with specific compliance obligations [6][7] - The introduction of a "house condition statement" mechanism and mandatory fund supervision accounts for rental businesses is designed to improve transparency and protect tenant funds [7] Group 4: Monitoring and Credit Systems - A rental price monitoring mechanism is mandated, requiring local governments to regularly publish rental price information to prevent price manipulation and systemic risks [9] - A credit system for rental enterprises and agents is established, incorporating violations into a national credit information sharing platform, thus enhancing regulatory efficiency [10]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a rating of "Add" for the industry [6] Core Insights - The C-REITs market is experiencing a correction, with the overall market capitalization of listed REITs approximately at 205.16 billion yuan, and an average market cap of about 3 billion yuan per REIT [3][13] - The report highlights the performance of various REIT sectors, noting that ecological and logistics REITs have seen smaller declines compared to larger drops in affordable housing and industrial park REITs [3][13] - The report anticipates a continued warming of the REIT market in 2025 due to a low interest rate environment and macroeconomic recovery, suggesting that timing will be crucial for secondary market investments [5] Summary by Sections REITs Index Performance - The CSI REITs total return index fell by 1.12% this week, closing at 876.6 points, while the total return index for REITs also decreased by 1.12%, closing at 1103.9 points [1][11] - Year-to-date, the CSI REITs total return index has increased by 14.05%, ranking third among various indices [2][11] REITs Secondary Market Performance - The secondary market for C-REITs showed a correction this week, with an average decline of 1.54% across 68 listed REITs, where 8 increased and 60 decreased [3][13] - The ecological and logistics sectors experienced the least decline, while affordable housing and industrial park sectors faced the largest drops [3][13] REITs Valuation Performance - The internal rate of return (IRR) for listed REITs shows significant differentiation, with the top three being Huaxia China Communications REIT (11.1%), Ping An Guangzhou Guanghe REIT (10.7%), and Zhongjin Anhui Jiaokong REIT (8.2%) [5] - The price-to-net asset value (P/NAV) ratio ranges from 0.7 to 1.9, with Zhongjin Xiamen Anju REIT at 1.9 being the highest [5]

Group 1 - The REITs market is transitioning from a "standardized path" to a "diversified approach," encompassing traditional infrastructure and emerging asset types like data centers and green energy [1][2] - Shoucheng Holdings (0697.HK) promotes the concept of "everything can be REITs," exploring new asset types that are "operable, priceable, and securitizable" [1][2] - The company has been active in the market since the REITs pilot program began, and is now advancing financialization attempts for new infrastructure as the regulatory framework improves [1] Group 2 - In June 2025, Shoucheng Holdings participated as a strategic investor in the Southern Wanguo Data Center REIT and Southern Runze Technology REIT, marking a breakthrough in the securitization of data centers [1] - The company is leveraging the flexibility of the REITs system and its operational capabilities to expand the boundaries of "securitizable" assets [2] - Shoucheng Holdings' approach to asset value reconstruction involves identifying original assets, reshaping operational models, and designing financial products, which is expected to broaden asset boundaries in the REITs market [2]

Group 1 - The enthusiasm for REITs products among fund companies has significantly increased this year, with a notable acceleration in the launch of public REITs products, as many new products have recently been approved for issuance [1][2] - As of June 25, 2023, a total of 10 new REITs products have been launched this year, with a combined issuance scale exceeding 13 billion yuan, and the total market value of listed REITs products has surpassed 200 billion yuan [2][4] - The number of public institutions participating in the REITs market has grown, with 24 public institutions (including securities asset management) involved in the layout of REITs products [2][3] Group 2 - Leading public fund companies, such as Huaxia Fund and Zhongjin Fund, have been actively launching REITs products, with Huaxia Fund having the highest number of listed products at 14 [3][4] - Various listed companies are increasingly using their assets as underlying projects for issuing REITs products, indicating a diversification of market participants [3][4] - The REITs market is seen as a vital tool for empowering the real economy, with the scope of REITs products expanding to include various sectors such as shopping malls, agricultural product trading centers, and cultural tourism projects [4][6] Group 3 - The issuance of REITs products is providing new exit strategies for early-stage investments by venture capital institutions and local governments, helping to alleviate fiscal pressures [4][6] - The funds raised from REITs issuance are being utilized for various purposes, including debt repayment, asset-light transformation, and promoting new project development [6] - The secondary market performance of REITs products has been strong, with only one out of 66 listed funds declining in value this year, and half of the funds showing an increase of over 20% [6]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No information provided in the content. 2. Core View of the Report From June 16 to June 20, 2025, the secondary - market prices of listed public REITs in China showed an overall upward trend, with the weighted REITs index closing at 145 and a weekly return of 1.06%. Compared with other mainstream asset classes, REITs performed well. The price trends of different types of REITs varied, and there were also differences in trading volume, turnover rate, and capital inflow. No new REITs were listed this week, but the status of some REITs' initial projects was updated [1][11]. 3. Summary According to Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Secondary Market 3.1.1 Price Trend - **At the large - scale asset level**: The secondary - market prices of listed public REITs in China showed an upward trend. The REITs return rate was 1.06%, ranking second among mainstream asset classes after crude oil. The return rates of mainstream asset classes from high to low were: crude oil > REITs > US stocks > pure bonds > A - shares > convertible bonds > gold [11][15]. - **At the underlying asset level**: This week, the secondary - market prices of equity - based REITs showed an upward trend with a return of 2.15%, while those of concession - based REITs declined slightly with a return of - 0.43%. Among different underlying asset types, municipal facility - based REITs had the largest increase with a return of 8.1%, and transportation infrastructure - based REITs had the largest decline with a decline of 1.09% [17][20]. - **At the single - REIT level**: This week, public REITs showed mixed performance, with 49 rising and 17 falling. The top three in terms of increase were Guotai Junan Jinan Energy Heating REIT, Huaxia Fund Huarun Youchao REIT, and CICC Xiamen Anju REIT, with increases of 8.1%, 7.77%, and 7.72% respectively. The top three in terms of decline were Huaan Bailian Consumption REIT, Zheshang HuHangYong REIT, and Ping An Ningbo Jiaotou REIT, with declines of 4.59%, 3.53%, and 2% respectively [24]. 3.1.2 Trading Volume and Turnover Rate - **At the underlying asset level**: The trading volume of public REITs this week was 2.84 billion yuan, and the municipal facility - based REITs led in the average daily turnover rate. The top three in terms of trading volume were transportation infrastructure - based, affordable rental housing - based, and park infrastructure - based REITs, with trading volumes of 744 million, 465 million, and 449 million yuan respectively. The top three in terms of average daily turnover rate were municipal facility - based, affordable rental housing - based, and ecological environmental protection - based REITs, with rates of 1.24%, 0.96%, and 0.80% respectively [26]. - **At the single - REIT level**: The trading volume and turnover rate of single REITs continued to show differentiation. The top three in terms of trading volume were Huaan Bailian Consumption REIT, Huaxia Hefei High - tech REIT, and Huaxia Beijing Affordable Housing REIT, with trading volumes of 260 million, 260 million, and 240 million shares respectively. The top three in terms of trading amount were CICC Anhui Expressway REIT, Huaxia China Communications Construction REIT, and Penghua Shenzhen Energy REIT, with trading amounts of 144 million, 138 million, and 127 million yuan respectively. The top three in terms of turnover rate were Huatai Suzhou Hengtai Rental Housing REIT, Huaan Bailian Consumption REIT, and Huaxia Shenzhen International REIT, with rates of 12.28%, 9.75%, and 8.84% respectively [29]. 3.1.3 Main Force Net Inflow and Block Trading Situation - **Main force net inflow situation**: The total net inflow of the main force this week was 91.186 million yuan, and the market trading enthusiasm recovered. Among different underlying asset REITs, the top three in terms of net inflow were energy infrastructure - based, transportation infrastructure - based, and warehousing and logistics - based REITs, with net inflows of 39.94 million, 26.45 million, and 13.33 million yuan respectively. The top three single - REITs in terms of net inflow were Penghua Shenzhen Energy REIT, Ping An Guangzhou Expressway REIT, and Huaxia Huarun Commercial REIT, with net inflows of 25.91 million, 22.43 million, and 15.8 million yuan respectively, and the number of consecutive inflow days was 5 days for all [32]. - **Block trading situation**: The total block trading amount this week reached 706.2 million yuan, a significant increase compared with last week. There were block trading transactions on 5 trading days this week, with a total block trading amount of 201.54 million yuan. The block trading amount on Thursday (June 19, 2025) was the highest in the week, reaching 104.31 million yuan. The top three single - REITs in terms of block trading amount were CICC Shandong Expressway REIT, Huaan Zhangjiang Industrial Park REIT, and Guotai Junan Dongjiu New Economy REIT, with trading amounts of 103.51 million, 20.94 million, and 20.31 million yuan respectively, and the corresponding average discount - premium rates were - 1.56%, - 0.68%, and - 1.21% respectively [33]. 4. Primary Market 4.1 Listed Projects As of June 20, 2025, there were 66 public REITs in China, with a total issuance scale of 17.4393 billion yuan. Among them, transportation infrastructure - based REITs had the largest issuance scale, reaching 6.8771 billion yuan, followed by park infrastructure - based REITs with an issuance scale of 2.7062 billion yuan. No new REITs were listed this week [37][38]. 4.2 Projects to be Listed There were 28 REITs in the state of being to be listed, including 16 initial REITs and 12 REITs to be expanded. The status of the initial projects of "Chuangjin Hexin Shounong Industrial Park Closed - end Infrastructure Securities Investment Fund" and "Southern Runze Technology Data Center Closed - end Infrastructure Securities Investment Fund" was updated to "passed", and the status of the initial projects of "Huaxia Huadian Clean Energy Closed - end Infrastructure Securities Investment Fund" and "Southern Wan Guo Data Center Closed - end Infrastructure Securities Investment Fund" was updated to "accepted" [41].

Core Insights - The REITs market in China has seen significant growth since its inception, with a total issuance scale exceeding 180 billion yuan and a market capitalization surpassing 200 billion yuan, making it the largest in Asia [1][5] - The Shanghai Stock Exchange (SSE) has established itself as the primary platform for REITs, accounting for approximately 70% of the market share in both primary issuance and secondary trading [1][5] - The market has adopted a market-oriented pricing mechanism, enhancing transparency and efficiency in project selection, pricing, and trading, which has led to a more balanced market state [2][3] Market Performance - As of now, there are 66 REITs products listed, with 44 on the SSE, which have collectively achieved a market value of 137 billion yuan, reflecting a 30% increase from their issuance price [5][8] - The average daily trading volume for SSE REITs since 2025 is approximately 437 million yuan, indicating robust trading activity [1] - The REITs market has demonstrated strong performance, with some projects experiencing price increases of over 90% since issuance, and an average turnover rate exceeding 1% [3][5] Investment Characteristics - SSE REITs have distributed a total of 15.1 billion yuan in dividends over four years, with a dividend yield of 5.7% based on year-end market capitalization [5] - The market's high dividend characteristics attract various types of investors, including insurance companies, brokerages, and private equity funds, leading to a diversification of investment strategies [6][8] Market Expansion - The SSE has doubled the number of listed REITs compared to the end of 2023, with ongoing efforts to expand the market by introducing new asset types, including tourism and elder care facilities [8][9] - There are currently 21 REITs projects under review or awaiting issuance, with 17 of them on the SSE, indicating a strong pipeline for future growth [6][10] Innovative Products - The SSE has introduced innovative products such as holding-type real estate ABS, with seven projects launched and a total financing scale of 12.2 billion yuan [11] - The development of multi-layered REITs markets is underway, providing a clearer path for asset securitization and enhancing the overall market ecosystem [10][11]

Core Insights - The total issuance scale of China's REITs market has exceeded 180 billion yuan, with the total market value surpassing 200 billion yuan [1] - There are currently 66 REITs products listed in the market [1] - Under the guidance of the China Securities Regulatory Commission, the Shanghai Stock Exchange is actively developing the REITs market [1] Market Overview - The Shanghai Stock Exchange has listed 44 REITs products with an issuance scale of approximately 123 billion yuan [1] - The market value of these 44 REITs products on the Shanghai Stock Exchange has reached 137 billion yuan [1]

Core Viewpoint - The opening of the Xuhui community marks a significant step in Shanghai's development of affordable rental housing, utilizing REITs for funding, which is a first in the Yangtze River Delta region [1][2]. Group 1: Project Overview - The Xuhui project is the 10th affordable rental housing project by Shanghai Urban Investment and includes 1,283 units, with the first batch of 546 units ranging from 30 to 79 square meters [1]. - This project is located near key amenities such as the Xuhui Sun Moonlight Center and public transportation, enhancing its attractiveness [1]. Group 2: Funding and Investment Strategy - The funding for the Xuhui project comes from REITs, which is a novel approach for affordable rental housing in Shanghai [4]. - The Shanghai government has been promoting the issuance of REITs to alleviate financial pressures on companies involved in affordable rental housing projects [4][5]. Group 3: Market Trends and Performance - The affordable rental housing REITs sector has shown significant growth, with a 29.8% increase in the price index for rental housing REITs in Q1 2025 and a total return index increase of 34.8% [5]. - The supply of affordable rental housing is expected to accelerate, with Shanghai achieving 33% of its annual construction target in Q1 2025 [7]. Group 4: Future Outlook - The Xuhui project exemplifies a sustainable cycle of development, operation, exit, and reinvestment in affordable rental housing [8]. - The market is anticipated to see a peak in supply in 2025 and 2026, with projections indicating an issuance scale of over 25 billion yuan in REITs for affordable housing [8].