Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Overweight" (maintained) [1] Core Insights - The report indicates a significant improvement in market trading volume and new fund issuance at the beginning of 2026, which is favorable for the fundamentals of financial IT and brokerage sectors. Brokerage firms are expected to continue rapid growth in their brokerage business, while investment banking, asset management, and overseas expansion are likely to enhance the return on equity (ROE) of leading brokerage firms. The insurance sector has also seen a strong start in both individual and bank-insurance channels, with a continued trend of deposit migration, suggesting a positive outlook for the insurance sector in the spring market [4][6]. Summary by Sections Brokerage Sector - Daily average trading volume for stock funds reached 3.44 trillion, down 16% week-on-week; however, the average trading volume since the beginning of 2026 is 3.64 trillion, a 105% increase compared to Q1 2025 [4] - New stock and mixed fund issuance in January 2026 totaled 44.3 billion, a 56% year-on-year increase [4] - The "Public Fund Performance Benchmark Guidelines" was officially released on January 23, 2026, establishing stricter standards for benchmark selection and changes, enhancing performance evaluation and compensation management systems [4] Insurance Sector - The fourth quarter of 2025 saw a stable research value for ordinary life insurance products at 1.89%, slightly down from 1.90% in the previous quarter, indicating a trend towards stability [6] - The individual insurance channel is under pressure due to various factors, but the strong start in 2026 is expected to improve new policy growth, aided by favorable market conditions [6] - The stabilization of long-term interest rates and a favorable equity market are expected to enhance net assets and profitability for insurance companies, with a potential valuation recovery towards 1x PEV for leading firms [6] Recommended Stocks - Recommended stocks include Guangfa Securities, Guotai Junan, Huatai Securities, and China International Capital Corporation H, as well as China Life, China Pacific Insurance, and Ping An Insurance [7]

Core Viewpoint - The A-share market experienced a significant increase, particularly in the fintech sector, with the CSI Fintech Theme Index rebounding over 1% on January 23. Notable stocks such as Xinghuan Technology surged over 10%, while several others rose more than 2% [1][5]. Market Performance - The fintech ETF (159851) closed up 1.36%, with a total trading volume of 816 million yuan. Notably, there was a substantial net inflow of funds towards the end of the trading day, with net subscriptions increasing to 426 million shares, approximately 381 million yuan based on the average price for the day. Over the week, net inflows exceeded 900 million yuan [5][6]. Catalysts for Growth - Positive earnings forecasts are driving the fintech sector, with A-shares recording over 20 trillion yuan in trading volume for 19 consecutive trading days. Leading internet brokerage Tonghuashun projected a net profit growth of 50% to 80% for 2025, amounting to 2.735 billion to 3.282 billion yuan, benefiting from AI investments and market recovery [5][6]. - Market expectations are shifting towards a slow bull market, with the securities sector expected to participate in this trend. The activity level in the stock market is a key indicator of the valuation and performance of the securities industry, with internet brokerages being particularly sensitive to trading volumes [6][7]. AI Impact on Financial Technology - AI is identified as a driving force for upgrading the fintech industry, enhancing the efficiency and experience of financial services. This presents new investment opportunities in fintech, with a focus on core companies benefiting from various sub-sectors [6][7]. ETF Insights - The fintech ETF (159851) has a current scale exceeding 10.5 billion yuan, with an average daily trading volume of 800 million yuan over the past six months, leading among eight ETFs tracking the same index in terms of scale and liquidity [6][7].

Core Insights - The CCG50 Forum released the 2025 annual rankings of Chinese listed companies' governance and ESG performance, evaluating 5,292 companies based on various governance indices and ESG criteria [1][3][13]. Governance Rankings - The governance rankings include 11 core lists, with the top 100 companies ranked based on a comprehensive index. Notable companies include: - Health元, 唐山港, and 西部证券 leading the overall governance list [2][8]. - 中煤能源 topped the small investor protection list, evaluated on 36 indicators across four dimensions [2][15]. - 唐山港 ranked first in the board governance category, assessed on 38 indicators [2][21]. - 埃斯顿 led the financial governance list, evaluated on 31 indicators [2][39]. ESG Rankings - The ESG rankings are divided into non-financial and financial sectors: - In the non-financial sector, 中国石油, 中国石化, and 中国中铁 ranked highest, evaluated on 132 indicators with weights of 55% for governance, 35% for social responsibility, and 10% for environmental protection [3]. - The financial sector's top ten ESG companies include 工商银行 and 农业银行, evaluated based on industry-specific criteria [3]. Risk Awareness - The forum also published a list of 50 companies with governance risks, including *ST 广道 and ST 中迪, providing a reference for investors [3][19]. Methodology - The rankings were developed using scientific modeling and quantitative calculations rather than traditional voting methods, referencing international standards to showcase the differences in governance levels and ESG performance among Chinese listed companies [3][13][19].

Investment Rating - The report indicates a positive outlook for the computer industry, suggesting that it has fundamental support for investment and potential for future growth [1][2]. Core Insights - The computer sector is expected to experience a rebound in performance due to the recovery of the macro economy and advancements in AI technology, which are anticipated to enhance profitability [1][10]. - The report highlights a significant increase in demand for CPUs, driven by the rise of AI applications and the need for high-performance computing [16][19]. - The introduction of sandbox environments for AI agents is seen as a critical development, enhancing system security and performance in high-concurrency scenarios [22][29]. Summary by Sections Investment Allocation - In Q4 2025, the public fund allocation for the computer industry was 1.6%, a decrease of 0.8 percentage points from the previous quarter, ranking it 14th among 30 sectors [2][3]. - The top ten holdings in the computer sector included Inspur Information, Kingsoft Office, and Sangfor Technologies, with notable changes in the composition of these holdings [4][5]. Valuation Metrics - As of January 23, 2026, the PE (TTM) for the computer industry was 94.6x, placing it in the 94.80th percentile historically, while the PS (TTM) was 4.0x, in the 71.40th percentile [10][11]. - The report suggests that despite high PE levels, there is still room for growth in PS and PCF valuations as the market sentiment improves [10][11]. CPU Price Expectations - Intel and AMD are expected to raise server CPU prices by 10% to 15% in Q1 2026 due to supply constraints and increased demand from AI applications [16][21]. - The report emphasizes the growing importance of CPUs in AI workloads, particularly in managing complex tasks and ensuring system stability [19][40]. Key Investment Themes - The report identifies several key investment themes, including leadership in the digital economy, AIGC applications, and the importance of data elements and new industrialization [41][42]. - Specific companies recommended for investment include Inspur Information, Kingsoft Office, and various firms involved in AI and data solutions [41][42].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a positive outlook on the computer industry, indicating a "Buy" rating for the sector [2]. Core Insights - The computer sector is supported by strong fundamentals, with expectations of increased allocations to high-performing stocks. The sector's public fund allocation is currently at 1.6%, down 0.8 percentage points from the previous quarter, marking a low point since 2010 [2][3]. - Valuation metrics such as PE, PS, and PCF suggest that there is still room for growth in the computer sector, despite high current levels. The PE (TTM) is at 94.6x, in the 94.80% historical percentile, while PS (TTM) is at 4.0x and PCF (TTM) is at 51.6x, indicating a divergence that could be resolved as market sentiment improves [2][11]. - Anticipated price increases for server CPUs due to supply constraints and rising demand driven by AI applications are highlighted. Major players like Intel and AMD may raise CPU prices by 10% to 15% in Q1 2026 [2][18]. - The report emphasizes the importance of sandbox environments for agents, which enhance system performance and security by isolating tasks, thus improving user experience in high-concurrency scenarios [24][32]. Summary by Sections 1. Fund Holdings Analysis - The computer sector's public fund allocation decreased to 1.6% in Q4 2025, ranking 14th among 30 sectors, reflecting a decline in investor confidence [3][4]. - The top ten holdings in the computer sector include Inspur Information, Kingsoft Office, and Sangfor Technologies, with notable changes in positions among these stocks [5][6]. 2. Valuation Metrics - The report notes that the current PE (TTM) of 94.6x exceeds previous peaks in 2020 and 2023, indicating market optimism about future earnings potential [11][12]. - The divergence between PE and PS/PCF suggests that as the macroeconomic environment stabilizes, the sector's valuations may realign, leading to potential market cap growth [11][12]. 3. CPU Price Expectations - The report anticipates a supply-demand mismatch for CPUs, with significant price increases expected due to locked-in capacities and rising AI-driven demand [18][23]. - The role of CPUs is evolving, with increased responsibilities in managing complex workflows driven by AI agents, necessitating higher performance specifications [21][42]. 4. Sandbox Technology - The report discusses the growing importance of sandbox environments for AI agents, which enhance performance and security by isolating tasks and managing resources effectively [24][32]. - The sandbox model is seen as crucial for handling high concurrency and ensuring system stability, particularly in AI applications [32][40]. 5. Key Investment Themes - The report identifies several key investment themes, including digital economy leadership, AIGC applications, and new industrialization, with specific companies highlighted for each theme [45].

Investment Rating - The report assigns an "Overweight" rating to the industry, indicating a positive outlook for investment opportunities in the non-bank financial sector [5][14]. Core Insights - The report highlights that the non-bank sector is currently underweight by 3.08 percentage points, despite an increase in holdings during the fourth quarter of 2025. It emphasizes the potential for profit improvement and low valuations in non-bank stocks due to the influx of household funds into the market [3][5]. - The report notes a significant increase in the allocation to the insurance sector, with the proportion rising from 1.03% to 2.13%, while the insurance index saw a substantial increase of 23.42% in the fourth quarter [5][8]. - The report suggests that the brokerage sector has also received increased allocations, with public fund holdings rising from 0.85% to 1.08%, although it remains underweight by 2.30 percentage points [5][8]. Summary by Sections Non-Bank Sector - The non-bank sector remains underweight overall by 3.08 percentage points, with a positive outlook for long-term capital inflows and wealth management opportunities [5][8]. - Specific recommendations include increasing holdings in companies such as Jiufang Zhituo Holdings, Tonghuashun, Guoxin Securities, and others, as they are expected to benefit from the ongoing market dynamics [5][8]. Insurance Sector - The insurance sector's allocation has increased significantly, with a focus on low-valuation stocks as capital continues to flow into the market. The report recommends increasing holdings in China Life, Ping An, and China Pacific Insurance [5][8]. Brokerage Sector - The brokerage sector has seen a rise in public fund holdings, with notable increases in individual stocks like CITIC Securities and Huatai Securities. The report suggests that the retail business share is likely to improve, making these stocks attractive [5][8]. Financial Technology and Diversified Finance - The report indicates a decrease in the allocation to diversified finance and financial technology sectors, but highlights potential investment opportunities in companies like Lakala and Yuexiu Financial Holdings due to ongoing policy support and technological advancements [5][8].

Core Insights - The A-share market experienced a significant increase on January 23, with the financial technology sector showing strong performance, particularly led by companies like Xinghuan Technology, which rose over 10% [1] - The financial technology ETF (159851) saw a 1.36% increase, with a total trading volume of 816 million yuan and a net inflow of 426 million shares, indicating strong investor interest [1] - The overall market analysis suggests that the financial technology sector's rise is driven by positive earnings forecasts and market expectations [2] Earnings Catalysts - A-share trading volume has exceeded 2 trillion yuan for 19 consecutive trading days, with internet brokerage firms expected to continue reporting strong earnings. For instance, Tonghuashun's 2025 profit forecast indicates a year-on-year growth of 50% to 80%, reaching 2.735 to 3.282 billion yuan, benefiting from AI investments and market recovery [1][2] Market Expectations - CITIC Securities noted that the market is transitioning to a slow bull phase, with the securities sector expected to participate in this trend. The activity level in the stock market is a key indicator of the valuation and performance of the securities industry [2] AI Empowerment in Financial IT - Guotai Junan Securities highlighted that AI is driving the upgrade of the financial technology industry, enhancing efficiency and experience across financial services. This presents new investment opportunities in the sector [2] ETF Performance - As of January 23, the financial technology ETF (159851) has a scale exceeding 10.5 billion yuan, with an average daily trading volume of 800 million yuan over the past six months, leading among eight ETFs tracking the same index in terms of scale and liquidity [2]

Group 1 - The Tonghuashun Overseas 50 concept index declined by 0.13%, with notable declines in stocks such as Industrial Fulian, Huadian Co., and Shenghong Technology [1] - Among the stocks in the index, 23 experienced price increases, with Jin Feng Technology, Weichai Power, and Aikodi leading the gains at 10.00%, 5.10%, and 2.60% respectively [1] - The BC battery concept saw the highest increase of 8.56%, while the corn concept experienced a slight decline of 0.14% [1] Group 2 - The net outflow of main funds from the Tonghuashun Overseas 50 concept was 7.677 billion yuan, with 27 stocks experiencing net outflows [1] - Industrial Fulian had the largest net outflow of 2.473 billion yuan, followed by Sanhua Intelligent Control and Huadian Co. with net outflows of 2.084 billion yuan and 1.513 billion yuan respectively [1] - Stocks with the highest net inflows included Jin Feng Technology, Weichai Power, and Luoyang Molybdenum, attracting net inflows of 2.049 billion yuan, 474 million yuan, and 264 million yuan respectively [1] Group 3 - The trading volume for Industrial Fulian was 1.02%, with a price drop of 4.21% and a net outflow of 2.473 billion yuan [2] - Jin Feng Technology had a trading volume of 10.37%, with a significant price increase of 10.00% and a net inflow of 2.049 billion yuan [3] - Weichai Power recorded a trading volume of 4.03%, with a price increase of 5.10% and a net inflow of 474 million yuan [3]

Core Viewpoint - On January 23, a total of 9 companies had their restricted shares unlocked, with a combined unlock volume of 245 million shares, amounting to a market value of 18.224 billion yuan based on the latest closing price [1] Summary by Category Unlock Volume - The companies with the highest unlock volumes are Longda Co., Ltd. (12 million shares), Fuling Co., Ltd. (7.54162 million shares), and Tonghuashun (3.61454 million shares) [1][2] Unlock Market Value - The companies with the highest unlock market values are Tonghuashun (12.947 billion yuan), Longda Co., Ltd. (3.580 billion yuan), and Fuling Co., Ltd. (1.005 billion yuan) [1][2] Unlock Ratio - The companies with the highest unlock ratios relative to their total share capital are Longda Co., Ltd. (48.78%), Fuling Co., Ltd. (12.80%), and Tonghuashun (6.72%) [1][2]

Summary of Key Points Core Viewpoint - On January 23, a total of 11 companies had their restricted shares unlocked, with a total unlock volume of 246 million shares, amounting to a market value of 18.245 billion yuan based on the latest closing price [1]. Group 1: Unlock Volume and Market Value - The companies with the highest unlock volumes were Longda Co., Ltd., Fuling Co., Ltd., and Tonghuashun, with unlock shares of 120 million, 75.4163 million, and 36.1454 million respectively [1]. - In terms of unlock market value, Tonghuashun, Longda Co., Ltd., and Fuling Co., Ltd. led with market values of 12.947 billion, 3.58 billion, and 1.005 billion yuan respectively [1]. Group 2: Unlock Ratio - The companies with the highest unlock ratios relative to their total share capital were Longda Co., Ltd., Fuling Co., Ltd., and Tonghuashun, with unlock ratios of 48.78%, 12.8%, and 6.72% respectively [1].