Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Outperform the Market" rating for the home appliance industry [5][6][12]. Core Views - The home appliance sector is expected to recover in 2026, driven by the continuation of national subsidies and stabilization of exports, suggesting a positive outlook for leading white goods companies [1][12][18]. - December retail performance for home appliances showed signs of bottoming out, with significant declines in major appliances but a relatively stable performance in small appliances [1][19]. - The report highlights the resilience of leading companies in the home appliance sector, with a focus on white goods, which are expected to maintain steady growth despite high base effects [12][13]. Summary by Sections 1. Key Recommendations - Recommended companies include Midea Group, Haier Smart Home, TCL Smart Home, Gree Electric Appliances, and Hisense Home Appliances for white goods; Hisense Visual for black goods; and Roborock, Bear Electric, and Ecovacs for small appliances [4][12][13]. 2. December Retail Performance - In December, the retail sales of major appliances saw declines exceeding 20%, while small appliances showed slightly better demand, with air fryers experiencing growth [1][19]. - The offline sales channels for major appliances faced declines of over 40%, while kitchen small appliances remained relatively stable [1][19]. 3. Export Performance - In December, China's home appliance exports decreased by 8.1% year-on-year, with air conditioners facing a significant decline of 20.7% [2][37]. - Other categories like refrigerators and washing machines showed modest growth, indicating a mixed performance across different product lines [2][37]. 4. U.S. Market Insights - U.S. retail sales for home appliances showed a slight increase of 0.8% in November, indicating a gradual return to stable growth despite challenges such as tariffs and inflation [3][43]. - The inventory levels in U.S. appliance stores are returning to normal, suggesting improved market conditions [3][43]. 5. Company Earnings Forecasts - The report provides earnings forecasts for key companies, indicating expected EPS growth for Midea Group, Gree Electric Appliances, and Haier Smart Home, among others, with all rated as "Outperform the Market" [5][76].

Group 1 - The State Intellectual Property Office of China has granted a patent for "an automatic loading device and its control method" to Zhuhai Gree Intelligent Equipment Co., Ltd. and Zhuhai Gree Electric Appliances, Inc. [1] - Zhuhai Gree Intelligent Equipment Co., Ltd. was established in 2015, located in Zhuhai, with a registered capital of 100 million RMB. The company has invested in 6 enterprises, participated in 78 bidding projects, and holds 4,220 patent records [1]. - Zhuhai Gree Electric Appliances, Inc. was founded in 1989, also located in Zhuhai, with a registered capital of approximately 60,157.30878 million RMB. The company has invested in 98 enterprises, participated in 5,000 bidding projects, and possesses 5,000 trademark records and 5,000 patent records [1].

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Outperform the Market" rating for the home appliance industry [5][6][12] Core Insights - The home appliance sector is expected to recover in 2026, driven by the continuation of national subsidies and improvements in export performance. It is recommended to actively invest in leading white goods companies [1][12][18] - December retail performance for home appliances showed signs of bottoming out, with major appliances experiencing a decline of over 20% in domestic retail sales, while small appliances showed slightly better demand [1][19] - The report highlights that the U.S. home appliance retail sales saw a slight increase in November, indicating a gradual return to stable growth despite challenges such as tariffs and inflation [3][12] Summary by Sections 1. Core Recommendations - Key recommendations include investing in leading companies in the white goods sector such as Midea Group, Haier Smart Home, TCL Smart Home, Gree Electric, and Hisense Home Appliances. For small appliances, Stone Technology and Bear Electric are recommended [4][12][13] 2. Research Tracking and Investment Thoughts - December retail performance for home appliances continued to face pressure due to high base effects, with significant declines in major appliances. However, small appliances showed relative stability, particularly in air fryers [1][19] - December exports of home appliances decreased by 8.1% year-on-year, with air conditioners facing the most significant pressure, while refrigerators and washing machines showed modest growth [2][37] - U.S. home appliance retail sales increased by 0.8% year-on-year in November, with inventory levels returning to normal [3][12] 3. Key Data Tracking - The home appliance sector achieved a relative return of +0.23% this week compared to the broader market [49] - Raw material prices for copper and aluminum decreased by 0.5% and 0.7% respectively, while cold-rolled steel prices also saw a decline [51] - Shipping indices for routes to the U.S. West Coast, East Coast, and Europe showed slight increases, indicating a stabilization in shipping costs [64] 4. Company Announcements and Industry Dynamics - Notable company announcements include Midea Group's ongoing efforts in overseas markets and Gree Electric's dividend distribution plans [71][72] - The report discusses the structural adjustments in the air conditioning export market and the anticipated trends for 2026, highlighting the challenges and opportunities in the global supply chain [74]

Core Viewpoint - The white goods sector experienced a slight increase of 0.55% on January 19, with Xueqi Electric leading the gains, while the Shanghai Composite Index rose by 0.29% and the Shenzhen Component Index by 0.09% [1] Group 1: Market Performance - The closing price of Xueqi Electric was 14.99, reflecting a rise of 3.52% with a trading volume of 69,200 shares and a transaction value of 103 million yuan [1] - Aokema closed at 8.06, up by 2.68%, with a trading volume of 151,800 shares [1] - TCL Smart Home's closing price was 10.17, increasing by 1.70% with a trading volume of 126,300 shares [1] - Whirlpool closed at 10.59, up by 1.34%, with a transaction value of approximately 64.76 million yuan [1] - Haier Smart Home's closing price was 25.94, reflecting a 0.93% increase with a trading volume of 383,500 shares [1] - Gree Electric's closing price was 40.53, up by 0.45%, with a transaction value of approximately 1.68 billion yuan [1] - Midea Group closed at 77.62, increasing by 0.40%, with a transaction value of approximately 2.61 billion yuan [1] Group 2: Fund Flow Analysis - The white goods sector saw a net inflow of 307 million yuan from institutional investors, while retail investors contributed a net inflow of 211 million yuan [1] - The net outflow from speculative funds was 518 million yuan [1] - Midea Group had a net inflow of 149 million yuan from institutional investors, while it experienced a net outflow of 372 million yuan from speculative funds [2] - Gree Electric saw a net inflow of 121 million yuan from institutional investors, with a net outflow of 117 million yuan from speculative funds [2] - Haier Smart Home had a net inflow of approximately 67.83 million yuan from institutional investors, while it faced a net outflow of 16.48 million yuan from speculative funds [2]

Group 1 - Gree Electric's "Dong Mingzhu Healthy Home" brand has opened its first experience store in the Northwest region, marking the entry of health-focused smart home solutions into the Shaanxi market [2] - The store is not just a product display but a comprehensive solution integrating air management, smart water usage, healthy diet, and comfortable environments, showcasing Gree's innovative achievements [2] - The location of the store in the Zhixuan Electric Chang'an Experience Center reflects the brand's keen insight into regional consumer upgrade trends and contributes to the upgrade of local home appliance retail formats [2] Group 2 - Zhixuan Electric's chairman, Party Xiaobing, stated that the introduction of "Dong Mingzhu Healthy Home" aligns with their goal of providing cutting-edge living experiences for local consumers, confirming the widespread demand for healthy smart home solutions during the trial operation [3] - The store is now fully open to the public and represents an important layout for Gree in the Northwest market, enriching high-end home appliance choices and providing a practical example for local retail to explore a new model of "product + scenario + service" [3]

Group 1 - The article highlights the top 20 stocks in the S&P China A-Share Dividend Opportunity Index (CSPSADRP) based on their daily and year-to-date performance as of January 16, 2026 [1][6] - The stock with the highest daily increase is Aotewi (688516.SH) with a rise of 8.22% and a year-to-date increase of 43.17%, along with a dividend yield of 3.51% [1][6] - Other notable performers include Daimai Co. (603730.SH) with a daily increase of 5.32% and a year-to-date increase of 6.28%, and Weichai Power (000338.SZ) with a daily increase of 3.66% and a year-to-date increase of 21.74% [1][6] Group 2 - The list includes various companies with significant dividend yields, such as Gree Electric Appliances (000651.SZ) with a yield of 7.46% and Nanshan Aluminum (600219.SH) with a yield of 6.57% [1][6] - The data is sourced from the Shanghai Stock Exchange and reflects the closing prices as of January 16, 2026, with dividend yields calculated up to January 15, 2026 [1][6]

Core Viewpoint - Since 2026, listed companies have actively engaged in shareholder return activities, including exclusive gift packages and free product experience boxes, in addition to dividends [1] Group 1: Shareholder Return Activities - Multiple listed companies have launched shareholder return activities, such as "Good Idea's New Year Gift Package" to enhance shareholder engagement and product awareness [2] - Good Idea (002582) invites shareholders holding 100 shares or more to participate in the exclusive gift package activity, which includes classic and innovative products [2] - Su Yan Jing Shen (603299) offers free experience gift boxes to shareholders registered by August 19, 2025, with a specific claim period from January 1 to January 10, 2026 [2] Group 2: Trends in Shareholder Returns - Since 2025, dozens of listed companies have introduced various forms of shareholder return activities, particularly in the cultural tourism and food consumption sectors [3] - Market analysts suggest that these tangible or rights-based returns differ fundamentally from the sustained cash dividends advocated by regulators, often leading to short-term stimulation effects [3] - Investors are advised to focus on the company's core business growth, financial health, industry competitiveness, and long-term profitability rather than being swayed by short-term "benefits" [3] Group 3: Increasing Cash Dividends - In addition to physical returns, cash dividends from listed companies have been on the rise, with A-share companies distributing a record 2.55 trillion yuan in cash dividends in 2025, double the scale of IPOs and refinancing during the same period [4] - Several companies have announced substantial cash distributions, such as Gree Electric (000651) planning to distribute 5.585 billion yuan in cash dividends based on a share base of 5.585 billion shares [4] - Luzhou Laojiao (000568) intends to distribute approximately 2 billion yuan in cash dividends, with a proposed payout of 13.58 yuan per 10 shares [4]

Group 1 - The event "Talent Night Market" in Jiangning District featured over 30 companies offering more than 1,000 job positions across various sectors including manufacturing, technology, retail, and food, attracting nearly 3,000 job seekers [1] - Notable companies such as South High Gear Group, Gree Electric Appliances, and Want Want Holdings participated, with recruitment specialists engaging with candidates in a lively atmosphere [1] - Job seekers expressed that the informal and vibrant setting of the talent night market made the job search experience more enjoyable compared to traditional recruitment fairs [1] Group 2 - The event included six functional areas aimed at enhancing service experience, such as policy promotion, resume consultation, and practical training courses in fields like drone assembly and industrial robotics [2] - A total of 26 talent night markets are planned for January across the city, establishing a new mechanism for regular public service that integrates recruitment, policy promotion, and skill enhancement [2] - The event also featured a live broadcast area to share real-time job information, ensuring comprehensive coverage of quality job opportunities [2]

Group 1 - The accounts of well-known figures Jia Guolong and Luo Yonghao have been banned on Weibo due to negative behavior, as stated by Weibo's CEO Wang Gaofei [1] - Jia Guolong responded to accusations from Luo Yonghao, emphasizing that his company, Xibei, has operated legally and has not engaged in any illicit activities [1][2] - Xibei's public relations vice president, Song Xuan, has resigned, citing personal development reasons and the pressure from recent events [4][6] Group 2 - Ctrip has been under investigation by local market regulatory authorities for alleged monopolistic practices, including price manipulation and forced exclusivity [5][7] - Some Moutai provincial direct stores are now allowing eligible taxpayers to purchase the Flying Moutai at a price of 1499 yuan per bottle, without the need to buy additional products [7] - New regulations for the recycling and utilization of used power batteries from electric vehicles will be implemented starting April 1, 2026, focusing on comprehensive lifecycle management [7] Group 3 - Several smartphone manufacturers, including Xiaomi and OPPO, have lowered their annual shipment forecasts by over 20% due to rising upstream supply chain costs [8] - Porsche announced a 10% decrease in global deliveries for 2025, totaling 279,449 vehicles, with significant declines in the European market attributed to supply shortages [12][13] - Gree Electric plans to distribute over 5.58 billion yuan in cash dividends to shareholders, with a payout of 10 yuan per 10 shares [10] Group 4 - Smart has suspended its charging cooperation with multiple charging operators, possibly due to financial pressures [11] - Major banks in the U.S. have reduced their workforce by approximately 10,600 employees, marking the highest reduction in nearly a decade [14] - The AI startup Anthropic has appointed former Microsoft executive Irina Ghose as its General Manager for India [14]

Group 1 - The core initiative "Spring Breeze Sends Jobs, Happy Employment in Hangzhou" aims to provide job opportunities and meet labor demand, contributing to regional economic development and employment growth [2][3] - The first recruitment event in the series took place in Bijie, Guizhou, with 15 companies from Hangzhou offering 2,157 job positions, primarily in the manufacturing sector [2] - Job positions include roles such as operators, assemblers, and quality inspectors, with monthly salaries ranging from 4,500 to 15,000 yuan, and most positions have relaxed educational and skill requirements [2] Group 2 - The Hangzhou Human Resources and Social Security Bureau is enhancing collaboration with regions like Henan, Guizhou, and Sichuan to organize labor cooperation activities, aiming to facilitate labor transfer and employment [2] - The city plans to conduct over 40 labor cooperation recruitment events outside the province by the end of March, capitalizing on the peak recruitment period before and after the Spring Festival [2] - The initiative is seen as a crucial measure for promoting rural revitalization and ensuring a strong start for the 14th Five-Year Plan [3]