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Citi's Outlook on Chinese Carmakers: Citi has a neutral outlook for Chinese carmakers in 1Q26, predicting that BYD, Geely, and Leapmotor may outperform the market due to model updates and strong export growth, while others like Seres and Li Auto may struggle with profit margins and weak sales.
Industry Challenges and Tailwinds: The Chinese auto industry is expected to face five major tailwinds, including increased EV market share and export growth, but also five challenges such as rising costs and cautious retail growth for EVs, leading to a potential decline in wholesale and retail forecasts for FY26.
Stock Recommendations: Citi has recommended several stocks, including BYD, Pony, WeRide, Hesai, Minth Group, and Weichai Power, amidst a backdrop of short selling activity and varying market performance.
Market Conditions: The report highlights a potential end to the price war in passenger vehicles and a favorable phase for commercial vehicle demand, while also noting high inventory levels of fuel vehicles as a concern for the market.

Market Position: HESAI-W is leading globally in automotive LiDAR, ADAS LiDAR, and L4 autonomous driving LiDAR, according to a report by China Post Securities.
Product Development: The company's LiDAR products are advancing from gas detection to applications in smart driving and robotics, positioning them as a universal sensor for physical AI.
Financial Projections: China Post Securities forecasts significant growth in HESAI-W's operating revenue and net profits from 2025 to 2027, with revenue expected to reach RMB5.41 billion and net profits RMB920 million by 2027.
Investment Rating: The broker has initiated coverage on HESAI-W with a Buy rating, indicating confidence in the company's future performance.

US Tech Stocks and Fed Decision: The market was focused on the earnings of US tech stocks and the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision, with the three major US stock indices performing well overnight.
Hong Kong Market Performance: The Hong Kong stock market opened higher on the 27th, with the HSI gaining 244 points to reach 27,010, supported by a turnover of HKD42.354 billion.
Automotive Tech Stocks Decline: Stocks related to automotive chips and autonomous driving technology faced significant declines, with Hesai's US shares dropping 10.1% and its Hong Kong shares opening 8.7% lower.
Short Selling Activity: Several stocks, including ROBOSENSE and HORIZONROBOT, experienced notable short selling, with ratios indicating increased bearish sentiment among investors.

US Tech Stocks and Fed Decision: The market was focused on the earnings of US tech stocks and the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision, with the three major US stock indices performing well overnight.
Hong Kong Market Performance: The Hong Kong stock market opened higher on the morning of the 27th, with the HSI gaining 244 points to reach 27,010, supported by a turnover of HKD42.354 billion.
Automotive Tech Stocks Decline: Stocks related to automotive chips and autonomous driving technology faced significant declines, with Hesai's US shares dropping 10.1% and its Hong Kong shares opening 8.7% lower.
Short Selling Activity: Several stocks, including ROBOSENSE and BIDU-SW, experienced notable short selling, with ratios indicating a high level of bearish sentiment among investors.

China Life Overseas Company Assets: By the end of 2025, China Life Overseas Company reported total assets exceeding RMB452.8 billion, focusing on stable global investments leveraging long-term capital.
Investment in IPOs and Sectors: The company actively participated in H-share IPOs and invested in sectors such as semiconductors, AI, and medical fields, supporting unprofitable biotech listings on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange.
Private Equity Engagement: China Life Overseas engaged in equity investments through private equity funds, targeting innovative enterprises in key sectors, including notable companies like HESAI-W and MINIMAX-WP.
Market Preferences: JPMorgan has expressed a preference for the Asian insurance market, particularly highlighting China Life and PING AN as top picks for investment in the current year.
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