Summary of Key Points from Conference Call Records Industry Overview 1. PCB (Printed Circuit Board) - The PCB sector has shown weak performance since Q4 of last year, primarily due to divergent market views on orthogonal backplane solutions, with some believing they may be replaced by copper cables/CPO or delayed until 2028. However, the orthogonal backplane is currently progressing steadily and is expected to enter mass production in H2 2027. Leading companies are experiencing stock price stagnation due to these divergences, highlighting their cost-effectiveness. Recommended companies include Dongshan Precision, Shenghong Technology, and Huidian Co. [1] - The CoWoP (Chip on Wafer on PCB) solution has stronger certainty, can reduce costs, improve efficiency, and bypass the shortage of substrate capacity. The value per square meter of PCB may increase several times, potentially reaching tenfold, with product launches expected by the end of 2027 and full implementation in 2028. Recommended companies in this direction include Pengding Holdings, Shennan Circuit, and Xinsong Technology. [1] 2. Storage - Contract prices remain in an upward cycle despite fluctuations in spot prices. Module companies are expected to see explosive Q1 performance, with Jiangbolong and Demingli realizing low-priced inventory. Recommended design companies include Zhaoyi Innovation (with a profit expectation of 6 billion) and Puran Co., Beijing Junzheng, and Hengshuo Co. [2] - Demand for memory modules is driven by AI servers and general servers, with recommendations for Lanke Technology (long-term profit of 10 billion) and Jucheng Co. (long-term profit of 1.5 billion). [2] 3. Communication - The recent decline in optical modules is related to the pullback of US tech stocks and speculation around CPO concepts. However, industry sources (such as Coherent and Xuchuang) indicate that CPO's potential to replace optical modules in ScaleOut scenarios is low, suggesting that short-term speculation may be excessive. [2] - North American cloud service providers have exceeded capital expenditure guidance for 2026 (620 billion, up 65% year-on-year), indicating potential accelerated demand for optical modules in 2027. Key upcoming catalysts include Nvidia's quarterly report (February 26), GTC conference (March), and OFC exhibition (NPO product showcase). Recommended companies include Zhongji Xuchuang, Xinyisheng, and Dongshan Precision. [2] - For copper connections as a Plan B alternative to orthogonal backplanes, companies to watch include Luxshare Precision, Wokai Nuclear Materials, and Huiju Technology (with potential for stock doubling). [2] - The price of scattered fiber has surged in the short term (from 25 to 50 yuan), but the low willingness of operators to raise prices raises doubts about long-term sustainability. [2] 4. Computing - Domestic computing resources are in short supply, with the recent downtime of Qianwen highlighting the scarcity of AI foundational resources. The demand for CPUs is expected to rise due to increased usage of agents compared to chatbots. Recommended companies include Haiguang Information (benefiting from both CPU and GPU), Cambrian (leading domestic AI chip manufacturer), and Tianshu Zhixin (expected to accelerate integration with leading players). [2] - Cloud infrastructure resources are expected to benefit from price increases, with recommendations for Kingsoft Cloud, Wangsu Technology, and Fourth Paradigm. [2] - In the AI application sector, the recent drop in overseas software and restructuring of SaaS business models may lead to a narrative reversal with the launch of native agent products in Q3 2026. Companies to watch include Alibaba for 2C entry reconstruction and third-party AI agents like TaxFriend, Zhongkong Technology, and Dingjie Smart. [2] 5. Media - Tencent has faced a decline due to market concerns over potential tax increases on internet platforms, although there is no space for increased game value-added tax. The company remains recommended despite rumors of Q4 earnings downgrades, maintaining a PE ratio of 15 times, which still offers value. [3] - The download situation for the Yuanbao app remains stable, and Tencent's AI capabilities may be closing the gap with larger competitors. [3] - In gaming, companies with upcoming catalysts such as Giant Network and Perfect World are recommended for short-term focus, while Century Huatong and Kaiying Network are suggested for medium to long-term attention due to expected catalysts. [3] - Tencent's establishment of a separate AI comic app is beneficial for the production side, which is entering a period of profitability. Recommendations include Kuaishou, Huanrui, and Rongxin. [3] 6. Pharmaceuticals - Attention is drawn to the update of the essential drug catalog, which may accelerate progress. [4] - The probability of inclusion in the essential drug catalog is high for unique products, with several specific products from companies like Jichuan Pharmaceutical and Panlong Pharmaceutical being highlighted. [4] - Emphasis on the global competitiveness of the innovative drug industry chain, with a focus on new-generation ADCs, IOs, small nucleic acids, and CGT. Recommended companies include Kanghong, Yingen, Yunding, and Chengdu Xian Dao. [4] - The brain-computer interface theme is noted, with a potential showcase of non-invasive products during the Spring Festival and a semi-invasive product approval for Borui Kang in March. [4] - Recommendations include Meihua Medical, Dongwei Semiconductor, and Sanbo Brain Science. [5] - The surgical robot sector is expected to see comprehensive implementation of charging policies before August, with overseas orders doubling and maintaining high growth in 2027. Key types include laparoscopic and orthopedic robots, with strong overseas performance for laparoscopic robots. Recommended companies include MicroPort, Jingfeng Medical, Tianzhihang, and Sanyou Medical. [6]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Positive" investment rating for the media industry [1] Core Insights - The gaming sector is expected to continue its high growth trajectory, driven by new game launches and seasonal demand during holidays [3] - The AI video model Seedance 2.0 by ByteDance is anticipated to accelerate the commercialization of AI-generated content in short dramas and films, benefiting companies with strong IP reserves and platform advantages [4] - The report highlights the competitive landscape among major AI model providers, which is enhancing foundational model capabilities and expanding applications in various sectors [30] Industry Overview - The media sector's performance is currently lagging behind the broader market, with the film sector showing stronger results compared to gaming [7] - Recent data indicates that "Goose Duck" topped the iOS free game chart, while "Peace Elite" led the iOS revenue chart in mainland China as of February 7, 2026 [10][14] - The film "Zootopia 2" achieved the highest box office revenue for the week, totaling 0.39 billion RMB, with a cumulative box office of 44.93 billion RMB [23] Game Sector Highlights - The game "Yuanmeng" has received over 20 million pre-registrations, indicating strong market interest and potential for high daily active users (DAU) [3] - The report recommends continued investment in gaming companies such as Perfect World, Xindong Company, and others, which are expected to benefit from the ongoing demand and new product cycles [3] AI Applications in Media - The advancements in AI models are expected to significantly reduce production costs and improve efficiency in the creation of short dramas and films, with companies like Reading Group and Shanghai Film poised to benefit [4] - The report emphasizes the importance of multi-modal AI applications in enhancing content richness and user engagement in the media sector [4]

Group 1 - In January 2026, the number and scale of share buyback plans from A-share companies decreased, with 26 companies disclosing new buyback plans compared to 35 in December 2025, indicating a decline in both quantity and scale [1] - The total proposed buyback amount from these 26 companies is approximately 5.682 billion yuan, a decrease of 46.13% from December's 10.548 billion yuan, showing a significant drop in both the number of plans and the total amount [1] - Despite the overall decline, large buybacks remain dominant, with 18 companies planning to repurchase over 100 million yuan, accounting for 69.23% of the total, reflecting strong confidence in their own value [1] Group 2 - Leading companies in the buyback amount for January include Midea Group, Kweichow Moutai, SF Express, Century Huatong, and Yanjinpuzi, with buybacks of 488 million yuan, 451 million yuan, 357 million yuan, 301 million yuan, and 218 million yuan respectively [2] - Both Midea Group and SF Express have exceeded their proposed buyback lower limits, although their buyback paces differ significantly [2]

Investment Rating - The report rates the industry as "Buy" [5] Core Insights - The AI application competition is intensifying, with major players like Yuanbao, Qianwen, and Doubao launching various promotional activities to capture AI traffic [2][8] - Internet penetration in China has surpassed 80%, with a user base of 1.125 billion, indicating a significant market for digital advertising [14][15] - The advertising market shows signs of recovery, with a notable increase in ad spending starting from July 2025, particularly during the November shopping festival [15] Summary by Sections AI Application Competition - During the 2026 Spring Festival, Yuanbao launched a 1 billion RMB cash red envelope campaign, while Qianwen initiated a 3 billion RMB promotional event focused on food delivery [8][10] - On February 6, 2026, these three AI applications dominated the iPhone app download charts, with Yuanbao and Qianwen reaching the top positions [10][12] Internet Penetration and Advertising Market - According to CNNIC, the internet penetration rate in China reached 80.1% in 2025, with 602 million users engaging with generative AI applications [14] - The advertising market has shown a recovery trend, with ad spending growth rates exceeding double digits from September to November 2025, peaking at 16.6% during the shopping festival [15][16] Recommended Stocks - The report recommends several companies across different sectors that are expected to benefit from the AI ecosystem, including: - **Gaming**: Century Huatong, Giant Network, Perfect World, and others [13] - **Film and Television**: Mango Super Media, Wanda Film, and Shanghai Film [13] - **Marketing**: Easy Point and Worth Buying [13] Industry Performance - The SW Media Index fell by 3.30% from February 2 to February 6, 2026, underperforming compared to major indices [5]

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Core Viewpoint - Century Huatong has been found guilty of multiple violations related to false reporting of goodwill in its annual reports from 2018 to 2022, leading to potential legal actions from investors [2][4]. Group 1: Violations and Penalties - The company failed to conduct goodwill impairment tests as required, resulting in an underreporting of goodwill impairment provisions by 62.363 million yuan in 2018 [5]. - There were errors in the disclosure of goodwill values in annual reports from 2019 to 2022, and the reporting segments did not comply with accounting standards [6]. - The company also did not perform required goodwill impairment tests for 2020 and 2022, leading to inflated or deflated profits [6]. Group 2: Investor Claims - Investors who purchased Century Huatong shares between April 27, 2019, and July 25, 2023, and sold or continued to hold the shares after July 25, 2023, may still initiate claims, but the time for doing so is limited to approximately five months [6]. - The law firm representing the investors has successfully secured compensation for multiple batches of claims in the past [3].

Core Viewpoint - The annual meeting season for gaming companies has showcased extravagant rewards, reflecting their strong financial performance and growth prospects for 2025 [1][3][5]. Group 1: Company Performance - Jibite (吉比特) expects a net profit of 1.69 billion to 1.86 billion yuan for 2025, representing a year-on-year growth of approximately 79% to 97% [5][8]. - Century Huatong (世纪华通) anticipates a consolidated revenue of about 38 billion yuan for 2025, with a net profit forecast of 5.55 billion to 6.98 billion yuan, indicating a staggering growth of 357% to 475% [8][10]. - The gaming industry in China is projected to achieve a total sales revenue of 350.79 billion yuan in 2025, marking a year-on-year increase of 7.68% [7]. Group 2: Employee Incentives - Jibite and Century Huatong have adopted high-reward strategies to motivate talent, with Jibite's average salary expected to rise by 6.34% to 710,700 yuan in 2024, while Century Huatong's average salary is projected to increase by 25.77% to 544,100 yuan [6]. - Jibite's annual meeting featured the distribution of iPhone 17 Pro Max phones to all eligible employees, while Century Huatong's subsidiary, Diandian Interactive, offered cash prizes with a maximum of 18,888 yuan [1][3]. Group 3: Market Trends - The A-share gaming sector has seen a significant upward trend, with the Tonghuashun gaming index rising by 57.58% since the beginning of 2025, and Jibite and Century Huatong's stock prices increasing by 105.94% and 277.82%, respectively [6]. - The trend of domestic gaming companies expanding into overseas markets is gaining momentum, with self-developed games generating 20.455 billion USD in actual sales revenue abroad, a year-on-year increase of 10.23% [9]. Group 4: Product Performance - Jibite's success in 2025 is attributed to the launch of several hit games, including "杖剑传说" and "问剑长生," which have significantly boosted its revenue [11]. - Century Huatong's Diandian Interactive has achieved remarkable success with its game "Whiteout Survival," ranking first in the Chinese mobile game export list [10].

Core Insights - The data center rack industry is a crucial infrastructure component that enhances the management, security, and maintenance of IT equipment, facilitating the planning, design, and construction of data centers [2][5] - The market for data centers in China is projected to grow significantly, reaching a scale of 2,773 billion yuan by the end of 2024, with the number of operational data center racks exceeding 8.8 million [6][8] - By the end of 2025, the market size is expected to reach 3,180 billion yuan, with standard rack numbers surpassing 12 million [6][8] Industry Definition and Role - Data center racks are essential components that support and install various computer parts, providing a secure, reliable, and efficient management structure for IT equipment [2][5] Industry Development Status - The data center rack industry is experiencing rapid growth, driven by the development of the digital economy and the increasing demand for information network data [6][8] - The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the number of operational data center racks from 2019 to 2024 is over 20% [6] Industry Chain - The upstream of the data center rack industry includes raw materials such as metals (steel, aluminum, copper), plastics, and rubber, while the midstream involves the production and system integration of data center racks [6] - The downstream applications include enterprise data centers, edge data centers, AI computing centers, and high-performance computing/AI clusters [6] Industry Policy Environment - The data center is recognized as a vital part of the new infrastructure in China, with government policies supporting its investment and construction [10] Industry Competitive Landscape - The high-end market for data center racks is dominated by international giants, while domestic players like Huawei, Inspur, and ZTE are capturing significant market share in the IDC market and large internet companies [11][13] - The rise of domestic enterprises is accelerating the trend of local substitution, leading to increased market concentration [11] Industry Development Trends - The future of data center racks is expected to focus on "intelligent, liquid-cooled, and high-density" physical infrastructure units, integrating power supply, efficient heat dissipation, comprehensive sensing, and intelligent management capabilities [15]

Core Insights - The gaming industry in China is experiencing a recovery, with projected revenue of 350.79 billion yuan in 2025, marking a year-on-year growth of 7.68% and a user base of 683 million, an increase of 1.35% [2][8] - 22 gaming companies have adopted gold as a year-end reward for employees, reflecting the industry's positive outlook and the rising gold prices [2][3] Group 1: Employee Rewards - Companies are giving gold as year-end rewards, with examples including a 5-gram gold bracelet valued at 8,425 yuan given to employees of Mu Tong Technology [2] - The distribution of gold rewards varies: some companies provide gold to all employees, while others include it in a lottery or award it to employees with special contributions [4][5] - The trend of giving gold is linked to its rising value and serves as a morale booster for employees [3][6] Group 2: Company Performance - Several gaming companies are reporting significant financial improvements, with many expected to turn losses into profits in 2025 [2][8] - Companies like Century Huatong and Gigabit are forecasting substantial profit increases, with Century Huatong's net profit expected to rise by 357.5% to 475.3% [8] - MiHoYo's flagship game "Genshin Impact" is projected to generate over 40 billion yuan in global revenue in 2025, highlighting the success of its products [7][8] Group 3: Market Trends - The popularity of gold as a reward is influenced by its status as a sought-after investment, with gold prices reaching historical highs in 2025 [3] - Companies that are less well-known, but have profitable products, are using gold rewards to enhance their employer brand and attract talent [6] - The gaming industry is seeing a resurgence, with many companies capitalizing on successful products and expanding their market presence [8]

Group 1 - The core achievement of the 2025 IMA International Master Tournament is the victory of the Chinese team UNKNOWN, marking the first championship for a Chinese team in a Korean-hosted event, showcasing the strength of Century Huatong's esports capabilities [1][3] - The tournament set multiple historical records, with the Chinese team winning the team competition with a score of 6-3 and securing both the first and second places in the individual competition, further enhancing the significance of the 20th anniversary of "Street Basketball" in China [3][4] - The event's success is attributed to a mature esports ecosystem, with a significant prize pool and a dual-track competition format that enhances professionalism and viewer engagement, evidenced by a peak online viewership of 3 million [4][6] Group 2 - The ongoing success of "Street Basketball" is a testament to Century Huatong's long-term strategy and globalization efforts, with a well-established esports event system that includes the FSPL professional league and the SFSA national super league [6][8] - The company is exploring the integration of real-time AIGC technology into event broadcasts to enhance user experience, indicating a commitment to technological innovation within the esports sector [8] - Century Huatong aims to leverage its esports ecosystem and technological advancements to expand the global influence of its esports IPs, supported by favorable policies and industry clustering in Shanghai [8]