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[Year in Review] Top 10 Most Heatedly Discussed Sectors of 2021

Preface: 2021 was a year marked by volatility and market divergence in the global capital markets. The sluggish recovery of supply chains, the gradual rebound of the global economy, the sharp increase in global commodity prices, and the recurring waves of the pandemic abroad all combined to make the investment environment for the year highly uncertain and difficult to predict.
The strong rally in chip stocks driven by the 'chip shortage' crisis, the investment opportunities in vaccine stocks spurred by recurring outbreaks of COVID-19 and the essential demand for vaccines, as well as the explosive growth of the new-energy vehicle sector fueled by higher-than-expected penetration rates and sales—have you seized the opportunity to capitalize on these major sector trends? And have you firmly secured the key to unlocking the wealth they represent?
As the year comes to a close, Futubull is launching an annual review series to take you through the extraordinary events of 2021. In this article, Hot Girl will guide you through the ten hottest sectors in the Futubull community in 2021!P.S. There's also an exciting event at the end of the post—come join us!
Preface: 2021 was a year marked by volatility and market divergence in the global capital markets. The sluggish recovery of supply chains, the gradual rebound of the global economy, the sharp increase in global commodity prices, and the recurring waves of the pandemic abroad all combined to make the investment environment for the year highly uncertain and difficult to predict. The strong rally in chip stocks driven by the 'chip shortage' crisis, the investment opportunities in vaccine stocks spurred by recurring outbreaks of COVID-19 and the essential demand for vaccines, as well as the explosive growth of the new-energy vehicle sector fueled by higher-than-expected penetration rates and sales—have you seized the opportunity to capitalize on these major sector trends? And have you firmly secured the key to unlocking the wealth they represent? As the year comes to an end, Futubull is launching a year-end review series to take you through 2021, an extraordinary year. In this article, Hot Girl will guide you through the ten hottest sectors in the Futubull community in 2021! P.S.: There are also exciting activities waiting for you at the end of the article! [Segment 1] New Energy Vehicle Manufacturers Fellow investor sentiment index:[Wow][Wow][Wow][Wow][Wow][Wow]  Sector Overview: In 2021, the new-energy vehicle (NEV) sector has consistently been a focal point in the market. Major global economies unveiled corresponding 'carbon peak' and 'carbon neutrality' plans, confirming that the share of NEVs in the future will rise significantly, fostering an overwhelmingly optimistic market outlook for NEV manufacturers' sales. At the same time, NEVs boast substantially higher gross margins than traditional gasoline-powered vehicles, leading to significant improvements in automakers' profit margins. Despite headwinds such as chip shortages and soaring upstream resource prices, the global shift toward green energy remains unstoppable, driving a dramatic surge in NEV sales; moreover, the market capitalization of the global leader Tesla has surpassed one trillion US dollars...
[Segment 1] New Energy Vehicle Manufacturers
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Section Introduction:In 2021, the new-energy-vehicle sector has consistently been a market hotspot. Major global economies have introduced corresponding "carbon peak" and "carbon neutrality" plans, confirming that the share of new-energy vehicles in the future will rise significantly, which has kept market sentiment towards NEV manufacturers' sales exceptionally optimistic, exceeding expectations. At the same time, the gross profit margin of NEVs is far higher than that of traditional gasoline-powered vehicles, significantly boosting automakers' profitability. Despite headwinds such as the chip shortage and rising prices of upstream raw materials, the global green transition remains unstoppable, leading to a dramatic surge in NEV sales; Tesla, the global leader, even saw its market capitalization surpass USD 1 trillion. Turning our focus back to China, the new EV manufacturers are operating at full throttle: NIO, Xpeng, and Li Auto have all seen monthly sales frequently exceed 10,000 units; CATL's stock price has surged by more than 100% year-to-date, with its market cap peaking above RMB 1.6 trillion, cementing its position as the top player on the ChiNext board; meanwhile, on the Hong Kong stock market, BYD's share price has risen markedly this year, pushing its market capitalization past HKD 850 billion.
Preface: 2021 was a year marked by volatility and market divergence in the global capital markets. The sluggish recovery of supply chains, the gradual rebound of the global economy, the sharp increase in global commodity prices, and the recurring waves of the pandemic abroad all combined to make the investment environment for the year highly uncertain and difficult to predict. The strong rally in chip stocks driven by the 'chip shortage' crisis, the investment opportunities in vaccine stocks spurred by recurring outbreaks of COVID-19 and the essential demand for vaccines, as well as the explosive growth of the new-energy vehicle sector fueled by higher-than-expected penetration rates and sales—have you seized the opportunity to capitalize on these major sector trends? And have you firmly secured the key to unlocking the wealth they represent? As the year comes to an end, Futubull is launching a year-end review series to take you through 2021, an extraordinary year. In this article, Hot Girl will guide you through the ten hottest sectors in the Futubull community in 2021! P.S.: There are also exciting activities waiting for you at the end of the article! [Segment 1] New Energy Vehicle Manufacturers Fellow investor sentiment index:[Wow][Wow][Wow][Wow][Wow][Wow]  Sector Overview: In 2021, the new-energy vehicle (NEV) sector has consistently been a focal point in the market. Major global economies unveiled corresponding 'carbon peak' and 'carbon neutrality' plans, confirming that the share of NEVs in the future will rise significantly, fostering an overwhelmingly optimistic market outlook for NEV manufacturers' sales. At the same time, NEVs boast substantially higher gross margins than traditional gasoline-powered vehicles, leading to significant improvements in automakers' profit margins. Despite headwinds such as chip shortages and soaring upstream resource prices, the global shift toward green energy remains unstoppable, driving a dramatic surge in NEV sales; moreover, the market capitalization of the global leader Tesla has surpassed one trillion US dollars...
Fellow investor’s insightful views:
For NIO, Xpeng, and Li Auto, the core "three-electric" technologies of their electric vehicles—batteries, electric motors, and electronic control systems—are all assembled from off-the-shelf, mature components sourced from suppliers in the market. From the perspective of these companies, which entered the traditional automotive industry with an internet-based mindset, the key is to treat the entire vehicle as a software platform, with the software running on it being even more important. As long as mature, standardized three-electric products are available on the market, they will simply select the right combination based on price and performance and then assemble and produce their own vehicles.
This is precisely where BYD's understanding differs completely from theirs. Objectively speaking, BYD is one of the few domestic new-energy vehicle manufacturers that currently possesses core technologies for the "three electric systems"—be it batteries, motors, electronic control systems, or range-extending engines. BYD has proprietary technologies for all these components and can even complete the entire production process in its own factories.
The "internet mindset" of "outsourcing all product procurement and assembly to the supply chain while focusing on software optimization" may seem superior, but under the current circumstances of the raging pandemic and severe chip shortages, BYD's self-sufficient technological control has actually boosted its production capacity and sales. Although NIO, Xpeng, and Li Auto invest huge sums in R&D every year, most of these funds are directed toward soft infrastructure such as autonomous driving and vehicle control systems. While this soft-focused approach works fine under normal conditions, it reveals its lag and limited control when supply-chain management faces crises.
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[Section 2] Vaccine Stocks
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Section Introduction:In 2021, the COVID-19 pandemic continued to spread globally, but the successful development of vaccines and the steady increase in vaccination numbers effectively eased public panic. As global vaccination totals kept hitting new highs, vaccine stocks remained active throughout the year, with frequent price swings driven by news related to the pandemic. On the Hong Kong stock market, Fosun Pharma's share price began rising in April from 30 HKD and reached a peak of 80 HKD by the end of July, surging by more than 260% at its highest. On the US stock market, Pfizer's share price rose nearly 60% over the year, while mRNA vaccine maker Moderna saw its share price surge by as much as nearly 500% during the year, with its current share price still up more than 280% from the beginning of the year.
Preface: 2021 was a year marked by volatility and market divergence in the global capital markets. The sluggish recovery of supply chains, the gradual rebound of the global economy, the sharp increase in global commodity prices, and the recurring waves of the pandemic abroad all combined to make the investment environment for the year highly uncertain and difficult to predict. The strong rally in chip stocks driven by the 'chip shortage' crisis, the investment opportunities in vaccine stocks spurred by recurring outbreaks of COVID-19 and the essential demand for vaccines, as well as the explosive growth of the new-energy vehicle sector fueled by higher-than-expected penetration rates and sales—have you seized the opportunity to capitalize on these major sector trends? And have you firmly secured the key to unlocking the wealth they represent? As the year comes to an end, Futubull is launching a year-end review series to take you through 2021, an extraordinary year. In this article, Hot Girl will guide you through the ten hottest sectors in the Futubull community in 2021! P.S.: There are also exciting activities waiting for you at the end of the article! [Segment 1] New Energy Vehicle Manufacturers Fellow investor sentiment index:[Wow][Wow][Wow][Wow][Wow][Wow]  Sector Overview: In 2021, the new-energy vehicle (NEV) sector has consistently been a focal point in the market. Major global economies unveiled corresponding 'carbon peak' and 'carbon neutrality' plans, confirming that the share of NEVs in the future will rise significantly, fostering an overwhelmingly optimistic market outlook for NEV manufacturers' sales. At the same time, NEVs boast substantially higher gross margins than traditional gasoline-powered vehicles, leading to significant improvements in automakers' profit margins. Despite headwinds such as chip shortages and soaring upstream resource prices, the global shift toward green energy remains unstoppable, driving a dramatic surge in NEV sales; moreover, the market capitalization of the global leader Tesla has surpassed one trillion US dollars...
Fellow investor’s insightful views:
My firmly held understanding is as follows: the Omicron variant is highly contagious, as evidenced by cases in South Africa; Omicron can reinfect individuals who have recovered from earlier variants; the emergence of Omicron has led to a sharp increase in vaccine administrations in the United States, which is positive for vaccine stocks; if the new variant proves capable of immune evasion, additional vaccine development will be required, further benefiting vaccine stocks; booster shots have been approved, and vaccination of children has been authorized in some countries and regions; while the variant may not cause severe illness, this will only amplify the impact on therapeutics, underscoring the continued need for vaccines.
Post-fall hindsight: It's highly likely we can adopt a 'lie-flat' approach to pandemic control. That's why airline, cruise, and casino stocks surged last night. Meanwhile, vaccine stocks dread a 'lie-flat' strategy, so they led the decline as a preemptive move.
Key takeaways: The vaccine hype is largely over—for now, until new developments emerge. Short-term investors are unlikely to see significant gains, while long-term holders should simply ignore these short-term fluctuations. 1. The stock has already fallen to its fair value; the rally driven by the Omicron variant has been completely erased. 2. Other variants and the potential emergence of new ones continue to inspire caution, underscoring the ongoing need for vaccines. 3. Existing contracts are delivering strong short-term results for companies. 4. mRNA represents a technology of the new era.
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Section Introduction:Since the second half of 2020, a global "chip shortage" in the automotive supply chain has intensified and continues to this day, with its impact now spreading across multiple industries. From a supply-chain perspective, a host of factors—including rising upstream raw-material prices, insufficient semiconductor-equipment supply, declining global chip production capacity, robust downstream demand, and widespread chip hoarding—have all exacerbated the chip shortage. Coupled with broader supply-chain disruptions, the situation has grown even more severe: the scarcity of high-end chips has further squeezed capacity for mid- and low-end chips, leading to an across-the-board shortage of chip production capacity that is expected to persist through year-end.
Since Q2 2021, more than 30 semiconductor companies have issued price-increase notices due to rising raw-material costs. Major overseas chipmakers such as ST, Toshiba, and ON Semiconductor, as well as domestic firms like Silan Micro, Chipone Technology, and Rinnai Tech, have all announced chip-price hikes in Q3 2021. As a result, the semiconductor sector has benefited significantly this year. As of December 7, AMD's stock price on U.S. exchanges has risen by over 100% year-to-date, while SMIC's stock price on the Hong Kong exchange also saw substantial gains in July and August.
Preface: 2021 was a year marked by volatility and market divergence in the global capital markets. The sluggish recovery of supply chains, the gradual rebound of the global economy, the sharp increase in global commodity prices, and the recurring waves of the pandemic abroad all combined to make the investment environment for the year highly uncertain and difficult to predict. The strong rally in chip stocks driven by the 'chip shortage' crisis, the investment opportunities in vaccine stocks spurred by recurring outbreaks of COVID-19 and the essential demand for vaccines, as well as the explosive growth of the new-energy vehicle sector fueled by higher-than-expected penetration rates and sales—have you seized the opportunity to capitalize on these major sector trends? And have you firmly secured the key to unlocking the wealth they represent? As the year comes to an end, Futubull is launching a year-end review series to take you through 2021, an extraordinary year. In this article, Hot Girl will guide you through the ten hottest sectors in the Futubull community in 2021! P.S.: There are also exciting activities waiting for you at the end of the article! [Segment 1] New Energy Vehicle Manufacturers Fellow investor sentiment index:[Wow][Wow][Wow][Wow][Wow][Wow]  Sector Overview: In 2021, the new-energy vehicle (NEV) sector has consistently been a focal point in the market. Major global economies unveiled corresponding 'carbon peak' and 'carbon neutrality' plans, confirming that the share of NEVs in the future will rise significantly, fostering an overwhelmingly optimistic market outlook for NEV manufacturers' sales. At the same time, NEVs boast substantially higher gross margins than traditional gasoline-powered vehicles, leading to significant improvements in automakers' profit margins. Despite headwinds such as chip shortages and soaring upstream resource prices, the global shift toward green energy remains unstoppable, driving a dramatic surge in NEV sales; moreover, the market capitalization of the global leader Tesla has surpassed one trillion US dollars...
Fellow investor’s insightful views:
Historically, semiconductor shortages have been a persistent phenomenon. Currently, these shortages span a wide range of products, from mature-process devices such as MCUs, power-management chips, and discrete power components to advanced-node products like smartphone application processors and graphics GPUs, with downstream impacts across sectors including automotive, mobile phones, computing, and the Internet of Things.
From the supply side: tight capacity in mature processes has been a long-standing issue. During the 2020 pandemic, equipment production and installation were affected, while downstream manufacturers lowered their order guidance, resulting in insufficient industry expansion. From the demand side: 5G smartphones consume more silicon wafers than 4G devices; under the stay-at-home economy, demand for PCs and tablets has increased, leading to a shortage of gaming graphics cards; the prices of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies have risen rapidly since Q4 2020, significantly boosting demand for mining rigs; moreover, photovoltaics and new energy have also driven demand for power semiconductors.
Currently, lead times for semiconductor equipment range from 6 to 9 months, with some exceeding one year. Given that installation and commissioning typically take about three months, equipment ordered in the first quarter is not expected to begin contributing to production capacity until late 2021 or 2022. Against the backdrop of a recovery in downstream demand, CITIC Securities believes that capacity constraints are likely to persist through 2022.
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[Section 4] Gaming Stocks
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Section Introduction:Game stocks have been one of the most controversial sectors this year, characterized by volatile market performance. On August 3, an article titled "'Spiritual Opium' Has Become a Trillion-Yuan Industry" triggered a sharp sell-off across the gaming sector that day: Tencent Holdings plummeted over 10% at one point, NetEase experienced an intraday drop of nearly 15%, CMGE fell more than 20%, and MICA Games tumbled by 17%. However, since November, there has been a shift: several insiders from game companies have indicated that approvals for game publishing licenses may resume soon.
As a low-cost form of entertainment, gaming has long been a subject of debate. Its potential to induce compulsive play and addiction is simultaneously cited as both a bullish and bearish factor in the market. In recent years, however, the inclusion of esports as a competitive sport in the Asian Games and the global expansion of domestically produced games have highlighted the growth potential and appeal of the gaming sector. At the same time, concerns about the impact on minors struggling with self-control have kept investors cautious about approval timelines and the long-term fundamentals of gaming stocks. With the gradual implementation of supportive policies, the industry outlook is becoming clearer: as the National Press and Publication Administration stated in 2018, "We will promote the healthy and orderly development of the gaming industry."
Preface: 2021 was a year marked by volatility and market divergence in the global capital markets. The sluggish recovery of supply chains, the gradual rebound of the global economy, the sharp increase in global commodity prices, and the recurring waves of the pandemic abroad all combined to make the investment environment for the year highly uncertain and difficult to predict. The strong rally in chip stocks driven by the 'chip shortage' crisis, the investment opportunities in vaccine stocks spurred by recurring outbreaks of COVID-19 and the essential demand for vaccines, as well as the explosive growth of the new-energy vehicle sector fueled by higher-than-expected penetration rates and sales—have you seized the opportunity to capitalize on these major sector trends? And have you firmly secured the key to unlocking the wealth they represent? As the year comes to an end, Futubull is launching a year-end review series to take you through 2021, an extraordinary year. In this article, Hot Girl will guide you through the ten hottest sectors in the Futubull community in 2021! P.S.: There are also exciting activities waiting for you at the end of the article! [Segment 1] New Energy Vehicle Manufacturers Fellow investor sentiment index:[Wow][Wow][Wow][Wow][Wow][Wow]  Sector Overview: In 2021, the new-energy vehicle (NEV) sector has consistently been a focal point in the market. Major global economies unveiled corresponding 'carbon peak' and 'carbon neutrality' plans, confirming that the share of NEVs in the future will rise significantly, fostering an overwhelmingly optimistic market outlook for NEV manufacturers' sales. At the same time, NEVs boast substantially higher gross margins than traditional gasoline-powered vehicles, leading to significant improvements in automakers' profit margins. Despite headwinds such as chip shortages and soaring upstream resource prices, the global shift toward green energy remains unstoppable, driving a dramatic surge in NEV sales; moreover, the market capitalization of the global leader Tesla has surpassed one trillion US dollars...
Fellow investor’s insightful views:
The gaming sector is the sub-sector with the greatest potential within the media industry. Amid tighter controls on the total number of games and stricter content reviews, smaller developers at the tail end of the market are being continuously eliminated, market concentration is steadily increasing, and the operational lifecycles of high-quality games are becoming increasingly long-term. As a result, leading companies with greater financial and talent resources, along with stronger R&D capabilities, are well-positioned to benefit. During this year's suspension of game license issuance, NetEase's "Harry Potter: Magic Awakened" and Tencent's "League of Legends: Wild Rift" successively boosted market confidence, each generating revenues exceeding RMB 1 billion and delivering impressive financial reports.
Meanwhile, domestic game companies have begun ramping up their overseas investments. Chinese game developers now account for over 23% of the global mobile-game market share, ranking first worldwide, and overseas markets have become a key source of revenue for China's independently developed games. According to data from the Game Industry Committee, China's game exports generated US$5.57 billion in the first half of this year, representing a year-on-year increase of 20.2%, and this rapid growth is expected to continue.
With the total number of mobile game users in China nearing its ceiling and growth slowing year by year, coupled with the evolving regulatory environment, 'going global' may be the most viable path forward for game companies.
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[Section 5] Education Stocks
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Section Introduction:2020 was, for a time, a golden era for the online education industry. Fueled by the pandemic, online education firms became highly sought-after investments in the eyes of investors, with companies like Yuanfudao and Zuoyebang securing massive funding rounds one after another. Yet opportunities, like a surging tide, came quickly and went just as fast. In the span of a single year, the industry was steered onto a path of distorted growth. Ultimately, the consequences of this unchecked expansion have brought online education to where it stands today. On the Hong Kong stock market, New Oriental's share price plummeted from a year-to-date high of HK$158 to a low of HK$13—a drop of more than 90%. On the U.S. stock market, TAL Education Group's shares tumbled by over 95%. Recently, TAL, New Oriental, and Gaotu have all announced plans to cease K-9 academic tutoring by the end of the year. With the "blind rush" in online education now hitting pause, K-12 providers may pivot to vocational education as a new revenue stream, and many publicly listed education companies have already moved swiftly to make strategic moves in this area.
Preface: 2021 was a year marked by volatility and market divergence in the global capital markets. The sluggish recovery of supply chains, the gradual rebound of the global economy, the sharp increase in global commodity prices, and the recurring waves of the pandemic abroad all combined to make the investment environment for the year highly uncertain and difficult to predict. The strong rally in chip stocks driven by the 'chip shortage' crisis, the investment opportunities in vaccine stocks spurred by recurring outbreaks of COVID-19 and the essential demand for vaccines, as well as the explosive growth of the new-energy vehicle sector fueled by higher-than-expected penetration rates and sales—have you seized the opportunity to capitalize on these major sector trends? And have you firmly secured the key to unlocking the wealth they represent? As the year comes to an end, Futubull is launching a year-end review series to take you through 2021, an extraordinary year. In this article, Hot Girl will guide you through the ten hottest sectors in the Futubull community in 2021! P.S.: There are also exciting activities waiting for you at the end of the article! [Segment 1] New Energy Vehicle Manufacturers Fellow investor sentiment index:[Wow][Wow][Wow][Wow][Wow][Wow]  Sector Overview: In 2021, the new-energy vehicle (NEV) sector has consistently been a focal point in the market. Major global economies unveiled corresponding 'carbon peak' and 'carbon neutrality' plans, confirming that the share of NEVs in the future will rise significantly, fostering an overwhelmingly optimistic market outlook for NEV manufacturers' sales. At the same time, NEVs boast substantially higher gross margins than traditional gasoline-powered vehicles, leading to significant improvements in automakers' profit margins. Despite headwinds such as chip shortages and soaring upstream resource prices, the global shift toward green energy remains unstoppable, driving a dramatic surge in NEV sales; moreover, the market capitalization of the global leader Tesla has surpassed one trillion US dollars...
Fellow investor’s insightful views:
Following the complete shutdown of its K-9 academic education business, New Oriental is now focused on three core areas: quality education, study-abroad exam preparation, and vocational education. In these three domains, the company has undertaken a range of initiatives, including organizational restructuring, revitalizing its legacy businesses, and developing new offerings. In addition, New Oriental is exploring a variety of emerging ventures, such as livestream e-commerce, coding training, and the R&D of intelligent robots.
Yu Minhong once mentioned in a livestream that New Oriental has a strict rule: its balance sheet must always maintain sufficient cash reserves to cover tuition refunds and employee salaries. According to the company's financial reports, as of May 31, 2021, New Oriental held $1.612 billion in cash and cash equivalents and $3.435 billion in short-term investments, for a total of approximately $5.047 billion (about RMB 32.212 billion). As Yu Minhong himself told the Economic Daily, there is no business model that seeks quick profits. After dedicating most of his life to entrepreneurship, this veteran entrepreneur has chosen to squarely confront the collapse of half of New Oriental's K-9 education business—and is preparing to embark on a second, or even multiple, entrepreneurial ventures.
On the journey of seeking wisdom for entrepreneurship, where, pray tell, lies the path? The path is right beneath your feet.
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[Section 6] Real Estate Stocks
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Section Introduction:This year, the real estate sector has entered a downturn. Under the policy guideline of "housing is for living, not for speculation," banks have tightened credit exposure to property developers. At the same time, many local governments have introduced guidelines for second-hand home pricing and launched pilot programs for a property tax, leading to a decline in the volume of individual mortgage loans. As a result, several domestic property firms have fallen into liquidity crises: Evergrande's share price has plunged by more than 85% year-to-date, while the shares of Kaisa Group and China Aoyuan have both halved twice this year, with numerous other developers facing debt defaults. However, since December, the real estate sector has shown signs of recovery, bolstered by the central bank's reserve requirement ratio cut, which has helped restore normal financing activity among financial institutions for property developers. Market consensus is that the liquidity crisis facing property firms is easing, driving a sharp rebound in real estate-sector stocks.
Preface: 2021 was a year marked by volatility and market divergence in the global capital markets. The sluggish recovery of supply chains, the gradual rebound of the global economy, the sharp increase in global commodity prices, and the recurring waves of the pandemic abroad all combined to make the investment environment for the year highly uncertain and difficult to predict. The strong rally in chip stocks driven by the 'chip shortage' crisis, the investment opportunities in vaccine stocks spurred by recurring outbreaks of COVID-19 and the essential demand for vaccines, as well as the explosive growth of the new-energy vehicle sector fueled by higher-than-expected penetration rates and sales—have you seized the opportunity to capitalize on these major sector trends? And have you firmly secured the key to unlocking the wealth they represent? As the year comes to an end, Futubull is launching a year-end review series to take you through 2021, an extraordinary year. In this article, Hot Girl will guide you through the ten hottest sectors in the Futubull community in 2021! P.S.: There are also exciting activities waiting for you at the end of the article! [Segment 1] New Energy Vehicle Manufacturers Fellow investor sentiment index:[Wow][Wow][Wow][Wow][Wow][Wow]  Sector Overview: In 2021, the new-energy vehicle (NEV) sector has consistently been a focal point in the market. Major global economies unveiled corresponding 'carbon peak' and 'carbon neutrality' plans, confirming that the share of NEVs in the future will rise significantly, fostering an overwhelmingly optimistic market outlook for NEV manufacturers' sales. At the same time, NEVs boast substantially higher gross margins than traditional gasoline-powered vehicles, leading to significant improvements in automakers' profit margins. Despite headwinds such as chip shortages and soaring upstream resource prices, the global shift toward green energy remains unstoppable, driving a dramatic surge in NEV sales; moreover, the market capitalization of the global leader Tesla has surpassed one trillion US dollars...
Fellow investor’s insightful views:
In 2020, the policy objective was to promote the stable and healthy development of the real estate market. By 2021, a major conference for the first time emphasized fostering the healthy development and virtuous cycle of the real estate sector, while also accelerating the construction of affordable housing and supporting the commercial housing market in better meeting homebuyers' reasonable housing needs.
The stock market serves as a barometer of the economy, and this has already begun to manifest in the real estate sector, with some high-quality property stocks reacting ahead of the broader market. However, corporate bond performance among certain developers reveals a marked divergence. Against the backdrop of an accelerating industry reshuffle, the Matthew effect is particularly pronounced, leaving many developers anxiously awaiting a policy turnaround.
The central bank's reduction of the reserve requirement ratio, coupled with new policy pronouncements on the real estate sector, has sparked some expectations of a market recovery. However, the overarching principle of "housing is for living, not for speculation" will continue to guide the future development of the real estate market; at the same time, adopting city-specific policies and making moderate, targeted adjustments may also prove to be a flexible approach. The real estate industry has become highly sensitive to policy changes, given its extensive reach across numerous sub-sectors, and the fortunes of the real estate market in turn exert a significant influence on the performance of many other industries. Should the real estate market indeed show signs of a moderate rebound, this would indirectly benefit the stock market—but where capital ultimately flows will depend on specific investment patterns.
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[Section 7] Shipping Stocks
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Section Introduction:On the market, the three major segments of the shipping industry are crude oil transportation, container shipping, and dry bulk shipping. Previously, container-related stocks benefited from the COVID-19 pandemic, which led to severe labor shortages at ports, massive container backlogs, and a "one container is hard to come by" situation, driving container rates sharply higher and, in turn, spurring a surge in stock prices. Amid widespread investor panic over the pandemic, the shipping sector emerged as a beacon of stability in a bear market. On the Hong Kong stock exchange, COSCO Shipping Holdings has seen its share price rise by more than 300% year-to-date, while Orient Overseas has surged by over 800%. With the Omicron variant now detected in South Africa and sparking market anxiety, the shipping sector may once again serve as a safe haven.
Preface: 2021 was a year marked by volatility and market divergence in the global capital markets. The sluggish recovery of supply chains, the gradual rebound of the global economy, the sharp increase in global commodity prices, and the recurring waves of the pandemic abroad all combined to make the investment environment for the year highly uncertain and difficult to predict. The strong rally in chip stocks driven by the 'chip shortage' crisis, the investment opportunities in vaccine stocks spurred by recurring outbreaks of COVID-19 and the essential demand for vaccines, as well as the explosive growth of the new-energy vehicle sector fueled by higher-than-expected penetration rates and sales—have you seized the opportunity to capitalize on these major sector trends? And have you firmly secured the key to unlocking the wealth they represent? As the year comes to an end, Futubull is launching a year-end review series to take you through 2021, an extraordinary year. In this article, Hot Girl will guide you through the ten hottest sectors in the Futubull community in 2021! P.S.: There are also exciting activities waiting for you at the end of the article! [Segment 1] New Energy Vehicle Manufacturers Fellow investor sentiment index:[Wow][Wow][Wow][Wow][Wow][Wow]  Sector Overview: In 2021, the new-energy vehicle (NEV) sector has consistently been a focal point in the market. Major global economies unveiled corresponding 'carbon peak' and 'carbon neutrality' plans, confirming that the share of NEVs in the future will rise significantly, fostering an overwhelmingly optimistic market outlook for NEV manufacturers' sales. At the same time, NEVs boast substantially higher gross margins than traditional gasoline-powered vehicles, leading to significant improvements in automakers' profit margins. Despite headwinds such as chip shortages and soaring upstream resource prices, the global shift toward green energy remains unstoppable, driving a dramatic surge in NEV sales; moreover, the market capitalization of the global leader Tesla has surpassed one trillion US dollars...
Fellow investor’s insightful views:
Oil shipping: In my view, the current situation in oil shipping is as follows: given the close link between oil shipping rates and crude oil prices, coupled with the fact that current rates are at historic lows, it is virtually certain—indeed, almost a foregone conclusion—that freight rates will rise in the future.
Container shipping: In my view, the situation is as follows. The latest wave of the pandemic has disrupted previously agreed-upon shipping schedules, leading to a massive buildup of cargo at ports once again. To cope with this, containers are being used for temporary storage, driving up costs significantly. Meanwhile, land transport corridors have seen security measures tightened and procedures become more cumbersome due to pandemic-related restrictions. As a result, many cross-border logistics firms are opting for maritime shipping over land transport for speed and convenience, further exacerbating congestion at ports. Capital players have recognized this trend and have revalued related industry assets, sparking a new round of speculative hype.
Looking across the shipping industry as a whole, the oil tanker sector, weighed down by prolonged downturns and compounded by policy pressures from relevant governments that could prompt OPEC+ to increase production, may see tanker rates return to more normal levels—though the recent outbreak of a new wave of the pandemic has merely heightened investor attention. By contrast, the latest surge in container-shipping concept stocks is even more directly driven by the pandemic; the underlying rationale for their rally remains largely unchanged from previous episodes, rooted in supply-demand imbalances that have created abnormal valuation premiums, thereby boosting market valuations of these stocks. Nevertheless, repeated waves of the pandemic are ultimately limited in duration, and it is only a matter of time before investor enthusiasm wanes.
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[Section 8] Green Power Stocks
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Section Introduction:Green electricity refers to power generated with zero or near-zero carbon dioxide emissions, resulting in a lower environmental impact compared with electricity produced through other methods, such as coal-fired power generation. The State Council has issued the Action Plan for Peaking Carbon Emissions Before 2030, accelerating the development of a new-type power system, with the "Green and Low-Carbon Energy Transition Initiative" designated as the first of the "Ten Major Actions for Achieving Carbon Peak." Following the imposition of price caps on thermal coal and adjustments to the floating band for electricity tariffs, market participants have interpreted these measures as positive for green-power stocks. In the Hong Kong stock market, since August, shares of green-power concept stocks such as China Power and China Resources Power have risen by more than 100%.
Preface: 2021 was a year marked by volatility and market divergence in the global capital markets. The sluggish recovery of supply chains, the gradual rebound of the global economy, the sharp increase in global commodity prices, and the recurring waves of the pandemic abroad all combined to make the investment environment for the year highly uncertain and difficult to predict. The strong rally in chip stocks driven by the 'chip shortage' crisis, the investment opportunities in vaccine stocks spurred by recurring outbreaks of COVID-19 and the essential demand for vaccines, as well as the explosive growth of the new-energy vehicle sector fueled by higher-than-expected penetration rates and sales—have you seized the opportunity to capitalize on these major sector trends? And have you firmly secured the key to unlocking the wealth they represent? As the year comes to an end, Futubull is launching a year-end review series to take you through 2021, an extraordinary year. In this article, Hot Girl will guide you through the ten hottest sectors in the Futubull community in 2021! P.S.: There are also exciting activities waiting for you at the end of the article! [Segment 1] New Energy Vehicle Manufacturers Fellow investor sentiment index:[Wow][Wow][Wow][Wow][Wow][Wow]  Sector Overview: In 2021, the new-energy vehicle (NEV) sector has consistently been a focal point in the market. Major global economies unveiled corresponding 'carbon peak' and 'carbon neutrality' plans, confirming that the share of NEVs in the future will rise significantly, fostering an overwhelmingly optimistic market outlook for NEV manufacturers' sales. At the same time, NEVs boast substantially higher gross margins than traditional gasoline-powered vehicles, leading to significant improvements in automakers' profit margins. Despite headwinds such as chip shortages and soaring upstream resource prices, the global shift toward green energy remains unstoppable, driving a dramatic surge in NEV sales; moreover, the market capitalization of the global leader Tesla has surpassed one trillion US dollars...
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Carbon neutrality and the energy transition encompass two key dimensions: decarbonization of the energy system and comprehensive electrification—namely, the gradual phase-out of fossil fuels and the substitution of direct combustion of coal, oil, and natural gas with electricity. As economies develop and living standards rise, electricity demand will grow rapidly; coupled with the rapid expansion of new energy sources, there is substantial and well-defined room for incremental capacity expansion in power generation infrastructure. However, because new energy generation is subject to weather variability and other factors, its output is inherently intermittent and its peak-shaving capability limited, necessitating large-scale energy storage. Moreover, given the geographic imbalances between electricity generation and consumption, ultra-high- and extra-high-voltage transmission networks are required. In addition, the integration of distributed photovoltaic and wind power—with their inherent volatility—along with the need for energy storage, grid capacity expansion, and more sophisticated dispatch and regulation, calls for a strengthened and smarter power grid. New energy and the emerging power system represent a broad and long-term growth opportunity, benefiting a wide range of players, including new-energy equipment (such as photovoltaic modules, wind turbines, and batteries), electrical equipment, power generation—particularly from new-energy sources—power grids (including ultra-high-voltage networks, smart grids, State Grid Corporation of China, and China Southern Power Grid), as well as power and energy infrastructure development.
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[Section 9] Oil and Gas Stocks
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Section Introduction:Crude oil, known as the "mother of commodities," serves as the cornerstone for commodity pricing. Since 2021, driven by a combination of factors—including the Federal Reserve's loose monetary policy, supply constraints amid the pandemic, and rising demand as the economy recovered—international oil prices (WTI crude) surged from around $48 to as high as $85, hitting a more than three-year peak and posting a gain of over 60%. Naturally, oil and gas stocks, which are directly tied to oil prices, have emerged as a beneficiary sector. As of December 2, on the Hong Kong stock market, the "Big Three" Chinese oil companies have seen substantial gains this year, with PetroChina surging more than 60% year-to-date; on the U.S. stock market, Exxon Mobil, the world's largest oil company, has risen by over 57% year-to-date.
Preface: 2021 was a year marked by volatility and market divergence in the global capital markets. The sluggish recovery of supply chains, the gradual rebound of the global economy, the sharp increase in global commodity prices, and the recurring waves of the pandemic abroad all combined to make the investment environment for the year highly uncertain and difficult to predict. The strong rally in chip stocks driven by the 'chip shortage' crisis, the investment opportunities in vaccine stocks spurred by recurring outbreaks of COVID-19 and the essential demand for vaccines, as well as the explosive growth of the new-energy vehicle sector fueled by higher-than-expected penetration rates and sales—have you seized the opportunity to capitalize on these major sector trends? And have you firmly secured the key to unlocking the wealth they represent? As the year comes to an end, Futubull is launching a year-end review series to take you through 2021, an extraordinary year. In this article, Hot Girl will guide you through the ten hottest sectors in the Futubull community in 2021! P.S.: There are also exciting activities waiting for you at the end of the article! [Segment 1] New Energy Vehicle Manufacturers Fellow investor sentiment index:[Wow][Wow][Wow][Wow][Wow][Wow]  Sector Overview: In 2021, the new-energy vehicle (NEV) sector has consistently been a focal point in the market. Major global economies unveiled corresponding 'carbon peak' and 'carbon neutrality' plans, confirming that the share of NEVs in the future will rise significantly, fostering an overwhelmingly optimistic market outlook for NEV manufacturers' sales. At the same time, NEVs boast substantially higher gross margins than traditional gasoline-powered vehicles, leading to significant improvements in automakers' profit margins. Despite headwinds such as chip shortages and soaring upstream resource prices, the global shift toward green energy remains unstoppable, driving a dramatic surge in NEV sales; moreover, the market capitalization of the global leader Tesla has surpassed one trillion US dollars...
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This year, crude oil has significantly outperformed major financial assets, driven by three key factors: first, the synchronized global economic recovery has led to a robust rebound in oil demand; second, supply recovery has lagged behind the pace of demand growth; and third, accommodative global monetary conditions have yet to shift.
There are clear signs of a shift on both the demand and monetary fronts, while supply continues to lag behind. Together, these factors have pushed oil prices to historically high levels. However, a major inflection point may already have emerged around October 25. With the overall trend now established, going long on crude oil commodities carries significant risk at present; a more prudent approach would be to gradually establish short positions in staged increments. That said, oil prices are currently experiencing extreme volatility—market conditions are highly uncertain and turbulent—so proceed with caution.
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[Section 10] Coal and Nonferrous Stocks
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Section Introduction:Benefiting from the global economic recovery and previous severe overselling, China has seen a rally in resource-related commodities such as coal, steel, and nonferrous metals since the third quarter of this year. Price fluctuations in cyclical stocks are closely tied to macroeconomic conditions; the sustained rise in raw-material prices this year has further heightened inflation expectations, prompting a massive influx of capital into the raw-material sector and accelerating gains across industries like coal, chemicals, steel, and nonferrous metals. On the Hong Kong stock market, coal giant China Shenhua has surged more than 60% year-to-date, while nonferrous-metal stock Ganfeng Lithium at one point doubled in price.
Looking back at the entire year of 2021, the "coal shortage" emerged as the central driver of coal stock performance. The continued advancement of the "carbon neutrality" policy has kept both domestic and international coal supply and demand tightly balanced, while the global power shortages in August and September sent thermal coal prices soaring. At the same time, downstream industries were forced to compress their profit margins; electricity tariffs, which had remained unchanged for many years, were finally adjusted to allow for greater price flexibility, further increasing cost pressures on downstream industrial and commercial sectors. Since mid-October, policy measures have guided coal prices back toward more rational levels, with spot prices at major overseas thermal coal ports falling more rapidly than domestic prices. Coal prices have now returned to July's levels, and volatility has largely stabilized.
Preface: 2021 was a year marked by volatility and market divergence in the global capital markets. The sluggish recovery of supply chains, the gradual rebound of the global economy, the sharp increase in global commodity prices, and the recurring waves of the pandemic abroad all combined to make the investment environment for the year highly uncertain and difficult to predict. The strong rally in chip stocks driven by the 'chip shortage' crisis, the investment opportunities in vaccine stocks spurred by recurring outbreaks of COVID-19 and the essential demand for vaccines, as well as the explosive growth of the new-energy vehicle sector fueled by higher-than-expected penetration rates and sales—have you seized the opportunity to capitalize on these major sector trends? And have you firmly secured the key to unlocking the wealth they represent? As the year comes to an end, Futubull is launching a year-end review series to take you through 2021, an extraordinary year. In this article, Hot Girl will guide you through the ten hottest sectors in the Futubull community in 2021! P.S.: There are also exciting activities waiting for you at the end of the article! [Segment 1] New Energy Vehicle Manufacturers Fellow investor sentiment index:[Wow][Wow][Wow][Wow][Wow][Wow]  Sector Overview: In 2021, the new-energy vehicle (NEV) sector has consistently been a focal point in the market. Major global economies unveiled corresponding 'carbon peak' and 'carbon neutrality' plans, confirming that the share of NEVs in the future will rise significantly, fostering an overwhelmingly optimistic market outlook for NEV manufacturers' sales. At the same time, NEVs boast substantially higher gross margins than traditional gasoline-powered vehicles, leading to significant improvements in automakers' profit margins. Despite headwinds such as chip shortages and soaring upstream resource prices, the global shift toward green energy remains unstoppable, driving a dramatic surge in NEV sales; moreover, the market capitalization of the global leader Tesla has surpassed one trillion US dollars...
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Not pessimistic in the short term; transformation is needed in the long term.
Throughout 2021, the primary contradiction in coal supply stemmed from insufficient supply-side release coupled with demand-side performance that exceeded expectations. Based on past cycles in the coal industry, 2022 is likely to see a gradual narrowing of the supply gap, rising inventories, and a downward shift in the price center.
China's policy framework for achieving the "dual carbon" goals has rendered coal no longer subject to the predictable cyclical patterns of the past. Assuming no further policy changes, coal investment is likely to break free from traditional cyclical dynamics: surging electricity demand coupled with a nascent renewable-energy generation capacity that has yet to fully match supply will boost short-term coal consumption, while the dual-carbon targets will constrain capacity expansion, preventing a significant oversupply in the coal market and allowing coal prices to stabilize at a relatively high equilibrium level.
In the short to medium term, there is no need for pessimism in the coal industry; under conditions of tight supply and demand, high-quality coal companies are poised to deliver stable earnings performance. However, the coal sector is no longer a purely cyclical industry—it has been assigned a clear "end point." The path forward for leading coal firms is to proactively embark on non-coal diversification and cultivate new growth drivers before demand peaks and begins to decline.
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