Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the article suggests that July's export indicators show signs of improvement, particularly in exports to emerging countries, with a marginal increase of 8% in foreign trade port cargo volume since July [2][8][112] - The foreign trade port container throughput in July 2025 increased by 8.9% year-on-year, indicating a potential short-term improvement in actual export volume [2][8][112] - The container cargo volume from China to Vietnam rose significantly, reaching over 60% year-on-year, while the volume to the United States declined [2][13][112] Group 2 - Container shipping rates have been declining since July, with the CCFI composite index dropping 4.8% over three weeks, reflecting various factors including export demand and shipping capacity [3][21][113] - The relative price changes in shipping routes indicate better export performance to emerging countries compared to the U.S., with the price ratio of Southeast Asia and East-West Africa routes increasing [3][32][113] Group 3 - Production indicators suggest a rebound in export-related production, particularly in the consumption and metallurgy chains, with a 0.5% increase in export production indicators in July [4][5][114] - The external sales of crude steel and polyester filament maintained positive growth, indicating resilience in related industries [4][5][114] Group 4 - Processing trade imports, which lead exports by about one month, increased by 3.3% in June, suggesting a potential rise in exports in July to around 8% [6][92][100] - The Yiwu small commodity export price index remains high, supporting higher growth rates in cross-border exports to Europe and the UK [6][95][100] Group 5 - Overall, the July export production index increased by 0.5 percentage points, indicating a continuation of export improvement [5][85][115] - The weighted year-on-year growth of production indicators related to foreign trade aligns well with actual export performance, suggesting a positive outlook for July exports [5][85][115]

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the recent trends in industrial production, construction activity, and freight volume, indicating a slight recovery in industrial production and construction, while highlighting the ongoing challenges in the real estate market and fluctuations in freight metrics [2][5][53]. Group 1: Industrial Production - Industrial production has shown a slight recovery, with the blast furnace operating rate increasing by 0.8% year-on-year [2][5]. - The chemical production chain has seen improvements, with soda ash and polyester filament operating rates increasing by 3.3 percentage points to -2.7% and 1.9 percentage points to 6%, respectively [2][17]. - The automotive sector has also experienced improvements, with semi-steel tire operating rates up by 3.2 percentage points to -3.1% [2][17]. Group 2: Construction Activity - Construction activity has shown signs of recovery, with the national grinding operating rate increasing by 1.4 percentage points year-on-year to -2.3% [2][29]. - Cement shipment rates have significantly improved, with a year-on-year increase of 2.4 percentage points to -0.6% [2][29]. - Despite a slight decline in asphalt operating rates, they remain higher than the same period last year, indicating overall stability in construction activity [2][29]. Group 3: Freight Volume and Demand - Real estate transactions remain low, with the average daily transaction area for new homes down by 7.1 percentage points year-on-year to -26% [2][53]. - Freight volume has seen a recovery, with port cargo throughput and container throughput increasing by 1.3 percentage points to 8% and 4.4 percentage points to 5.2%, respectively [2][65]. - The migration scale index has increased by 4.9 percentage points year-on-year to 17.4%, indicating stronger movement of people [2][77]. Group 4: Price Trends - Agricultural product prices are generally weak, with pork, vegetables, and fruit prices declining by 0.1%, 0.1%, and 1.0% respectively, while egg prices have slightly increased by 0.1% [3][107]. - Industrial product prices have generally risen, with the Nanhua Industrial Price Index increasing by 1.0% [3][119]. - The energy and chemical price index rose by 0.9%, and the metal price index also increased by 1.0% [3][119].

关注、加星，第一时间接收推送！ 文 | 赵伟、贾东旭、侯倩楠 联系人 | 侯倩楠 报告正文 一、 中央城市工作会议部署城市工作重点任务 7月14日至15日，中央城市工作会议在北京举行。相比2015年中央城市工作会议提出的"加快棚户区和危房改 造，有序推进老旧住宅小区综合整治，力争到2020年基本完成现有城镇棚户区、城中村和危房改造"；当前"存量提 质增效"研判下，本次会议指出要"加快构建房地产发展新模式"、"稳步推进城中村和危旧房改造"，并未提出明确目 标。会议中，总书记也提及"工业化进程，西方走了几百年，而我们只用了几十年。深层次看，我们工业化的短板 还很多，要花时间去补。城镇化也是这样，不能面子可以、里子不行，不要搞急于求成、急功近利的事情。有些事 要打攻坚战，有些事要久久为功。" 二、国常会：规范新能源汽车产业竞争秩序 7月16日， 国务院总理李强主持召开国务院常务会议。会议研究了做强国内大循环重点政策举措落实工作，指 出要深入实施提振消费专项行动，系统清理制约居民消费的不合理限制，优化消费品以旧换新政策，扩大新质生产 力、新兴服务业等领域投资。会议还提出要规范新能源汽车产业竞争秩序，要加强成本调查和价 ...

Group 1 - The article emphasizes the importance of learning from overseas experiences in addressing industrial disorder and overcapacity, suggesting a combination of policies that encourage industry mergers and restructuring, improve industry standards, enhance market clearing, and implement corresponding support policies [8][42]. Group 2 - Japan's experience highlights the formation of cross-shareholding and mergers to create an industrial network, which helps avoid excessive competition and promotes economies of scale. The revision of the Antimonopoly Act in 1953 and the introduction of the "New Industrial Structure Theory" in 1963 were pivotal in encouraging mergers [2][49]. - The shareholding of financial institutions in Japanese companies increased from 30% in 1960 to 45% in 1990, and the average cross-shareholding ratio among Japan's six major groups rose from 12% in 1962 to 18% in 1998 [2][49]. - The establishment of "Keiretsu" groups in Japan, which consist of horizontal and vertical alliances, has stabilized supply chains and reduced excessive competition, thereby facilitating industrial upgrades [3][50]. Group 3 - The UK and US experiences focus on market-driven clearing while ensuring social safety nets. The UK government ceased financial subsidies and gradually exited the coal price protection system in the mid-1980s, leading to the closure of about one-third of coal mines between 1985 and 1986 [4][51]. - The US steel industry faced similar challenges, with the government eliminating tax incentives in 1986 and promoting mergers in the 1990s, resulting in a reduction of approximately 52.8 million tons of crude steel capacity from 1998 to 2003 [4][25]. - Both countries implemented support measures for displaced workers, such as the UK's "Enterprise Allowance Scheme" and the US's Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC), which provided retirement benefits to around 700,000 retirees by 2005 [5][32]. Group 4 - Germany's experience illustrates the establishment of high industry standards to foster differentiated competition. The Beer Purity Law of 1516 set strict quality standards for beer production, which helped protect local industries and enhance product quality [6][37]. - The German government encourages regional styles and has implemented detailed certification mechanisms to ensure product authenticity and quality, promoting a diverse competitive landscape [6][39]. - By aligning with international beer classification standards, Germany has guided the market towards high-quality, non-price competition, facilitating innovation and cultural positioning among breweries [6][54].

关注、加星，第一时间接收推送！ 文 | 赵伟、陈达飞、王茂宇、李欣越、赵宇 联系人 | 王茂宇 摘要 大类资产&海外事件&数据：美国6月核心CPI弱于预期，美国或将提高对欧关税 发达市场多数上涨，美元指数延续反弹。 当周，标普500上涨0.6%，恒生指数上涨2.8%；10Y美债收益率 上行1.0bp至4.4%；美元指数上涨0.6%至98.46，离岸人民币贬值至7.1810；WTI原油下跌1.6%至67.3美元/ 桶，COMEX黄金下跌0.3%至3349.4美元/盎司。 美国或将提高对欧盟关税。 7月12日，特朗普宣布，若贸易谈判无法在8月1日前达成协议，将对欧盟、 墨西哥的进口关税提高至30%。7月15日，USTR正式宣布对巴西发起301调查，同日，美国宣布与印尼达 成贸易协定，印尼出口至美国商品统一适用19%关税。 美国6月核心CPI弱于预期，但6月零售表现较强。 6月美国核心CPI环比0.2%，弱于市场预期的0.3%，但 是商品端已显现出更强的关税传导效应，未来通胀趋势更重要。美国6月零售环比0.6%，较5月大幅回 升，从结构来看，环比改善最明显的是机动车、建材。 风险提示 风险提示：地缘政治冲突升级；美 ...

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the potential implications of Trump's rumored intention to "fire" Powell, the Federal Reserve Chairman, and the resulting market reactions, including a significant sell-off in stocks, bonds, and currencies. Group 1: Rumors of Firing Powell - The rumors of Trump potentially "firing" Powell have led to market volatility, with a notable "triple kill" in stocks, bonds, and currencies observed on July 16-17 [2][5]. - Trump's motivation for wanting to dismiss Powell includes a desire for lower interest rates to stimulate the economy and alleviate fiscal pressure from rising interest payments, which accounted for 16.9% of federal spending by June 2025 [22][33]. - Legal challenges exist regarding Trump's ability to fire Powell, as he would need to prove "misconduct," and Powell could seek legal recourse to maintain his position [38][41]. Group 2: Powell's Potential Resignation - Historically, two Federal Reserve Chairmen have resigned under political pressure, but Powell has expressed a strong commitment to completing his term, stating he cannot envision any situation, aside from death, that would prevent him from doing so [3][45]. - Powell's determination to remain in office contrasts with past instances where political pressure led to resignations, indicating a robust stance against potential dismissal [45]. Group 3: Next Chairman Nomination Process - If Trump successfully dismisses Powell, the nomination process for a new chairman could accelerate, with potential candidates including Waller, Hassett, and Basant, each with distinct qualifications and political alignments [48][59]. - The nomination process involves presidential nomination, Senate hearings, and confirmation, which can vary in duration; past instances show that some nominations have been completed in as little as six days [55]. Group 4: Economic and Market Implications - If the Federal Reserve loses its independence, the economic outlook may only improve in the short term, with long-term inflation expectations and actual interest rates rising, which could hinder economic growth [4]. - The market's reaction to the rumors of Powell's dismissal included a steepening of the yield curve, with significant declines in stock prices and the dollar, while gold prices increased [20][22].

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the ongoing challenges and potential shifts in the international monetary system, particularly focusing on the decline of the US dollar and the implications of stablecoins in this context [3][4][5]. Group 1: Current Monetary System Challenges - Since early 2025, the narrative of "American exceptionalism" has been challenged, leading to a 12.5% decline in the US dollar index [3]. - Following the "reciprocal tariffs" impact in April, the US financial markets experienced simultaneous declines in stocks, bonds, and currency [3]. - The "Triffin Dilemma," which predicts a crisis of confidence in the dollar due to excessive credit expansion, is highlighted as a historical precedent for current issues [3][4]. Group 2: Stablecoins and Their Role - The article raises questions about the nature and functions of stablecoins, exploring their potential roles in the monetary system and their relationship with the US dollar [5]. - It emphasizes the need for a deeper understanding of the essence of money and the functions it serves, particularly in the context of stablecoins [5]. Group 3: Political and Economic Interconnections - The relationship between alliance politics, monetary issues, and strategy is underscored, indicating that the dollar and gold issues are intertwined with broader political concerns, such as US-NATO relations and Germany's role [6]. - The article stresses that economic policies cannot be viewed in isolation from strategic and foreign policy issues, highlighting the political dimensions of monetary matters [6].

Core Insights - The article discusses the rising attention towards "anti-involution" in the market, highlighting significant misunderstandings regarding the concept, particularly in the context of supply-side reforms [4] Group 1: Deep Dive on "Anti-Involution" - The market's understanding of "anti-involution" is largely misaligned, with many interpreting it through a supply-side reform lens, which may lead to incorrect conclusions [4] - Besides production adjustments and self-discipline discussions, "anti-involution" encompasses various "hidden strategies" that are not widely recognized [4] Group 2: Economic Trends and Data Analysis - Recent economic data from June reveals five notable anomalies, indicating new changes in the economy that may not be immediately apparent [21] - The U.S. inflation data for June suggests that the third quarter will serve as a critical period for validating the effects of tariffs on inflation [24] - Domestic infrastructure projects have shown a continuous recovery, indicating a potential positive trend in construction activities [26] Group 3: Export Dynamics - The role of "export grabbing" is shifting, with emerging markets nearing the end of this phase while the U.S. begins to see a resurgence in export activities [13][14] - The importance of "strategic resources" in global trade is increasing, prompting discussions on which resources in China possess strategic attributes and how they should be developed in the future [10]

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the rising importance of "anti-involution" in the market, highlighting significant misunderstandings regarding the concept of "involution" and its implications for supply-side reforms and economic structure transformation [2][3]. Group 1: Misunderstanding of "Involution" - "Involution" is not equivalent to "overcapacity"; it arises from strong demand leading to proactive supply increases, contrasting with passive overcapacity due to demand decline [3][4]. - The price behavior differs: "overcapacity" leads to price drops due to demand decline, while "involution" results in chaotic price competition despite strong demand [3][4]. - Supply-side reforms previously addressed overcapacity in high-energy sectors, while current "anti-involution" focuses on the middle and lower reaches of the industry, particularly private enterprises [4][5]. Group 2: Targeted Areas of "Anti-Involution" - The high-energy sector has undergone significant capacity upgrades, and traditional backward capacity is not as pronounced as during previous reforms [5][6]. - Policies may target specific industries with excessive growth, such as coal and pork, to stabilize prices, but the focus is more on aligning supply with demand rather than drastically reducing supply [6][7]. Group 3: Policy Mechanisms - Effective "anti-involution" strategies should not solely rely on self-discipline talks but should include industry mergers, raising standards, and matching supportive policies [8][9]. - Historical experiences from Japan, the US, and Germany suggest that fostering non-price competition and developing non-overcapacity sectors, like services, is crucial for addressing the root causes of "involution" [8][9]. Group 4: Equipment Update and Debt Management - Addressing the issue of equipment updates is vital, as many industries retain old equipment while acquiring new, which can lead to inefficiencies [9][142]. - The current situation shows a significant increase in overdue accounts, particularly among private enterprises, indicating a need for stricter debt management policies [152][160].

Group 1: Industrial Production - Industrial production remains relatively stable, with the blast furnace operating rate maintaining at 0.7% year-on-year [2][5][8] - The chemical production chain shows a slight decline, with soda ash and PTA operating rates down by 2.6 percentage points to 6% and 0.9 percentage points to 1.3% respectively [2][15] - The automotive sector's semi-steel tire operating rate is still below last year's level, up by 2.7 percentage points to -6.3% [2][15] Group 2: Construction Industry - The construction industry shows a mixed performance, with the nationwide grinding operating rate down by 2.4 percentage points to 3.7% [2][27] - Cement shipment rates remain low, with a year-on-year increase of 1.2% to 3% [2][27] - Asphalt operating rates have seen a recovery, up by 0.6 percentage points to 7.4% [2][35] Group 3: Real Estate Transactions - Real estate transactions are at a low point, with the average daily transaction area for new homes down by 19.1% year-on-year, despite a 13.1% increase [2][44] - First-tier cities continue to see a decline in transactions, down by 18.6% to 39.9% [2][44] - Third-tier cities show significant improvement, with transaction volumes up by 72.4% to 17% [2][44] Group 4: Transportation and Shipping - National railway and highway freight volumes have decreased, with year-on-year declines of 1.3% to 1.2% and 0.9% to 0.8% respectively [2][54] - Port cargo throughput and container throughput have also shown a decline, down by 9.3% to 6.8% and 4.7% to 0.9% respectively [2][54] - The overall intensity of human mobility remains high, with a slight year-on-year decrease of 2% to 12.6% [2][63] Group 5: Price Trends - Agricultural product prices are mixed, with pork and vegetable prices rising by 0.1% and 0.8% respectively, while egg and fruit prices fell by 2.2% and 0.1% [3][85] - Industrial product prices have generally increased, with the South China industrial price index rising by 1.1% [3][93] - The energy and chemical price index increased by 1.3%, while the metal price index rose by 0.7% [3][93]