Core Viewpoint - The November Emerging Industries Purchasing Managers Index (EPMI) decreased by 7.0 points to 52.7, which is a larger decline than the seasonal average of 3.0 points from 2014 to 2024, indicating a significant fluctuation related to the sharp rise in October [1][4][5]. Summary by Sections EPMI Overview - The EPMI's decline reflects a "V-shaped" fluctuation, with October experiencing a significant rise of 7.3 points [1][3]. - The absolute EPMI value of 52.7 is below the historical average of 55.0 for November, marking it as the third lowest in the historical context [5]. Changes Compared to Previous Months - Compared to September, November saw a rebound in production but a decline in demand. Key changes include: 1. Production index decreased by 10.3 points, while procurement volume fell by 6.5 points [8]. 2. Prices continued to rise, with purchase prices and sales prices up by 2.2 and 3.0 points respectively compared to September [8]. 3. The financing environment improved, with loan difficulty indicators down by 0.6 points from September [8]. 4. Corporate investment and R&D activities remained cautious, with indicators for expectations, R&D activities, and new product investments down by 2.8, 2.2, and 2.2 points respectively compared to September [8]. Sector Performance - Among the seven emerging industries, the highest EPMI was recorded in the new energy vehicle sector, followed by new generation information technology and biotechnology, both maintaining a level above 55 for two consecutive months [11]. - The marginal improvements in the biotechnology and new energy vehicle sectors exceeded 5 points compared to September [11]. Upcoming Data and Market Implications - The manufacturing PMI data will be released at the end of the month, which is expected to provide more critical insights than the EPMI, as the latter is limited to emerging industries [15][18]. - Current high-frequency data indicates a weakening trend in durable goods retail, real estate sales, and construction workload compared to October [15][16]. Conclusion - The November EPMI reflects a seasonal slowdown without providing strong directional guidance. The upcoming PMI and BCI data are anticipated to be more significant for financial markets, which are currently experiencing volatility due to a lack of new fundamental guidance [18].

Group 1 - In October, public fiscal revenue increased by 3.2% year-on-year, marking the highest monthly growth rate of the year. Tax revenue showed strong performance, rising by 8.6% year-on-year, significantly higher than the cumulative growth of 0.02% in the previous eight months [1][4] - The strong growth in tax revenue in October is attributed to several factors, including a notable increase in individual income tax, which rose by 27.3% year-on-year. This may be linked to the active performance of the capital market and the implementation of new tax reporting regulations for internet platform enterprises [6][7] - The general public budget revenue for the first ten months of the year showed a cumulative year-on-year growth of 0.8%, slightly above the initial budget target [4][11] Group 2 - Fiscal expenditure in October decreased by 12.9 percentage points to -9.8% year-on-year, influenced by a high base from the previous year and a front-loaded fiscal schedule. Most expenditure categories recorded negative growth, particularly in infrastructure-related spending [11][12] - The revenue from land transfer in October fell by 27.3% year-on-year, indicating continued pressure in the real estate sector. The cumulative government fund budget revenue for the first ten months was down 2.8% year-on-year, below the initial budget target [17][18] - In the context of declining fixed asset investment, broad fiscal policy has accelerated, with significant financial tools and local debt limits being introduced. However, hard data on construction and investment has not shown significant improvement yet [20]

Group 1: Power Generation and Industrial Activity - Power generation growth rate has declined, with cumulative coal-fired power generation down 2.7% year-on-year as of November 6, compared to a 6.2% increase in October [1][6] - Industrial operating rates show mixed trends, with upstream steel and coking rates declining, while downstream weaving rates in Jiangsu and Zhejiang increased [2][7] - As of the second week of November, the operating rate of 247 blast furnaces increased by 0.9 percentage points year-on-year, while coking enterprises saw a decrease of 0.6 percentage points [7][8] Group 2: Steel Production and Construction Activity - Key steel mills reported a month-on-month decline in crude steel production, with a 1.4% decrease recorded as of November 10 [2][9] - The construction sector is experiencing a seasonal slowdown, with the asphalt operating rate falling by 3.9 percentage points month-on-month as of November 12 [2][11] - Cement dispatch rates decreased to 33.4%, down 4.3 percentage points month-on-month as of November 7 [11][12] Group 3: Consumer Behavior and Sales Trends - Passenger vehicle retail sales saw a significant year-on-year decline of 19% from November 1 to 9, with wholesale sales down 22% [4][18] - Real estate sales are weak, with a 38.4% year-on-year drop in average daily transactions for commercial housing in 30 major cities from November 1 to 16 [3][15] - Home appliance sales continue to decline, with online sales of air conditioners, refrigerators, and washing machines showing significant drops [4][19][20] Group 4: Shipping and Logistics - Port container throughput remained stable year-on-year, with a 6.5% increase from November 3 to 9, similar to October's growth [4][21] - Data on container shipments to the U.S. showed a significant decline, with the number of ships and tonnage down 26.8% and 30.2% respectively as of November 13 [4][21] Group 5: Price Trends and Economic Indicators - The Business Price Index (BPI) has continued to rise, with energy and non-food prices showing upward trends [5][24][25] - The lithium hexafluorophosphate price has significantly increased due to rising energy storage demand, reflecting a broader trend in the new manufacturing sector [5][26] - Consumer price indices for non-food items have shown fluctuations, with some categories experiencing price increases [5][27]

Inflation Outlook - The core viewpoint of the article suggests that inflation is expected to rise in 2026 due to several favorable conditions, including the potential recovery of the pig cycle, which historically follows a four-year pattern [2] - The PPI showed positive month-on-month growth for the first time this year, and core CPI year-on-year growth reached 1.2%, the highest since March 2024, indicating a shift in inflation expectations [1] Economic Indicators - The pig cycle is likely to start recovering in 2026, with average wholesale prices expected to stabilize around 16 yuan/kg, similar to previous lows [2] - Key industries have passed the peak of capacity pressure, with investment growth in sectors like black metallurgy and electrical machinery showing significant declines [3] - Policies aimed at reducing "involution" are gradually taking effect, stabilizing coal prices and impacting other sectors like steel and chemicals [3] Market Dynamics - The article notes that the real estate market's stabilization is crucial for the overall inflation trajectory, as it influences prices of cyclical and consumer goods [4] - The U.S. government reopening has eased liquidity pressures but has not resolved uncertainties in macro data and interest rate cuts, leading to volatile market conditions [4][5] Commodity Prices - Precious metals have seen price increases, with gold and silver rising significantly year-to-date, driven by safe-haven demand [7] - Oil prices are influenced by geopolitical risks, while copper prices are supported by a balanced supply-demand situation [8] Financial Market Trends - The article highlights fluctuations in U.S. stock markets, with the S&P 500 experiencing volatility amid changing investor sentiment [5] - European stocks have shown resilience, with the STOXX600 index leading global asset performance [6] Policy Developments - The Chinese government is implementing measures to enhance consumer demand and support private investment, indicating a focus on economic recovery [32][33] - New guidelines on anti-monopoly compliance for internet platforms aim to address issues of price competition and market fairness [26][27] Construction and Investment - The construction sector is facing challenges, with funding rates declining and project financing still lagging behind expectations [24][25] - The article notes a divergence in financial data, with an increase in entrusted loans but a decrease in long-term corporate loans, reflecting ongoing economic pressures [25] Consumer Behavior - Consumer spending is expected to remain subdued, with retail sales showing signs of weakness, particularly in the automotive sector [19] - The article anticipates a limited rebound in consumer price indices due to low base effects in the coming months [20]

Core Viewpoint - The economic data for October indicates a general slowdown in total economic activity, with key indicators such as industrial output, services, investment, retail sales, exports, and real estate sales all showing varying degrees of decline compared to previous values [1][5][19]. Economic Data Overview - The monthly GDP index simulated from industrial output, retail sales, and service production indices shows a year-on-year growth of 4.53%. This index has gradually recovered since the low in September 2022, reaching a high in March 2023, but has faced pressure in the second quarter and again in October [1][6]. - To achieve the annual growth target of 5%, the combined growth for November and December needs to be no less than 4.5% [1][6]. Industrial Sector Analysis - October's industrial output growth was 4.9%, down from 6.5% in the previous month. The month-on-month seasonally adjusted industrial value added was 0.17%, significantly lower than the previous 0.65% [6][8]. - The decline in industrial output is attributed to three main factors: fluctuations in export delivery values, a slowdown in major industrial product outputs, and the impact of policy financial tools on the construction sector [2][8]. - Key industrial product outputs showed negative growth, including crude steel (-12.1%), cement (-15.8%), and solar cells (-8.7%), while integrated circuit production increased by 17.7% [8][12]. Retail Sales Insights - Retail sales in October did not show an overall decline, with many categories improving. The apparent slowdown was mainly due to high base effects in durable goods like automobiles. Excluding automobiles, retail sales grew by 4.0%, surpassing the previous 3.2% [9][10]. - Growth was observed in sectors such as dining, alcohol, food, clothing, cosmetics, and daily necessities, while declines were noted in real estate-related furniture and high-base automotive and home appliance sales [9][10]. Fixed Asset Investment Trends - Fixed asset investment saw an expanded decline, with cumulative year-on-year growth dropping from -0.5% to -1.7%, and a monthly decline of 11.2% [3][11]. - The share of real estate development in fixed asset investment fell to 18.0%, the lowest since 2018. Excluding real estate, fixed asset investment growth was only 1.7%, indicating persistent low levels [3][11]. Real Estate Market Conditions - Real estate data in October continued to show significant pressure, with declines in sales, new construction, investment completion, and funding availability [15][16]. - The price indices for new and second-hand residential properties in 70 major cities showed a slight increase in the rate of decline compared to previous values, indicating a need for price stabilization to support sales and investment [15][17]. Overall Economic Outlook - The overall economic data for October suggests a marginal increase in total pressure, with structural highlights in general consumption and service consumption showing initial signs of recovery [4][19]. - The shortfalls remain in fixed asset investment and real estate volume and price, with recent policy measures yet to translate into hard data [4][19].

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the October social financing data, highlighting a lower-than-expected increase in social financing and a decline in credit to the real economy, primarily driven by reduced household loans and a challenging real estate market [1][6][7]. Summary by Sections Social Financing Overview - In October, social financing increased by 815 billion yuan, below the market average expectation of 1.2 trillion yuan, and a year-on-year decrease of 597 billion yuan. The stock growth rate of social financing was 8.5%, down 0.2 percentage points from the previous month [1][6]. Credit to Real Economy - Credit to the real economy decreased by 201 billion yuan, with a year-on-year reduction of 3.166 trillion yuan. This decline was mainly due to a drop in household short-term loans by 2.866 trillion yuan and long-term loans by 700 billion yuan, totaling a year-on-year decrease of 5.156 trillion yuan [1][7]. Corporate Loans - Corporate loans showed overall improvement, with short-term loans remaining flat year-on-year and bill financing increasing by 331.2 billion yuan. However, long-term loans increased by only 30 billion yuan, reflecting a year-on-year decrease of 140 billion yuan [2][8]. Government and Corporate Bond Financing - Government bond financing amounted to 489.3 billion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 560.2 billion yuan. For the remaining months of the year, government bond financing is projected to be around 2.41 trillion yuan, down approximately 655.5 billion yuan year-on-year [9][10]. M1 and M2 Growth - M1 grew by 6.2%, down 1.0 percentage points from the previous month, while M2 increased by 8.2%, also down 0.2 percentage points. The slower growth in M1 and M2 is attributed to weak credit and reduced government bond supply [4][12]. Future Outlook - The market has already priced in discussions regarding the fourth quarter's social financing and M1 trends. The data from October did not present significant surprises, with the year-to-date increase in social financing being 14.1%, the highest in five years [5][13]. The first quarter of 2026 is seen as critical, with expectations for policy tools and project financing to impact growth positively [5][13].

Core Viewpoint - The central bank emphasizes the need to strengthen the foundation for economic recovery and maintain a relatively loose social financing condition, indicating a continuation of previous monetary policy frameworks and the "14th Five-Year Plan" recommendations [1][8]. Group 1: Financial Indicators - The central bank highlights that financial totals reflect the strength of financial support for the real economy, suggesting that social financing (社融) and M2 money supply will be more comprehensive indicators for evaluating monetary policy effectiveness [2][9]. - During the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, the annual growth rate of social financing and M2 is expected to be around 9%-10%, which is higher than the nominal economic growth rate [2][9]. - The central bank indicates that a loan growth rate that is slightly lower is reasonable, reflecting changes in the financial supply side structure, and emphasizes the importance of optimizing the use of existing funds [2][10]. Group 2: Monetary Policy Framework - The relationship between base money and currency is discussed, noting that changes in financial markets and financing structures have deep impacts on monetary control [3][11]. - The central bank is urged to shift its policy adjustment model to rely more on price (interest rate) controls due to the complexities in creating broad liquidity [3][12]. Group 3: Digital Economy Support - The central bank reports that by the end of September 2025, loans to core industries of the digital economy are expected to reach 8.2 trillion yuan, with a year-on-year growth of 13.0% [4][13]. - It is noted that over 4,600 projects for the intelligent and digital transformation of traditional industries have been supported, with loan contracts amounting to approximately 1.8 trillion yuan [4][13]. - The central bank plans to leverage the dual drivers of "digital technology + data elements" to enhance financial services and governance in the digital finance sector [4][14]. Group 4: Interest Rate Relationships - The importance of maintaining reasonable interest rate relationships is emphasized, as it is crucial for the effective transmission of monetary policy [5][15]. - The central bank's policy interest rates should guide market interest rates, ensuring that the yield curve remains upward sloping to provide positive incentives [5][16]. - The central bank has been actively working to ensure that deposit and loan rates reflect policy rate adjustments while maintaining stable risk pricing and interest margins [5][17].

Economic Growth Potential - The article discusses five potential areas for economic growth in China, emphasizing the importance of maintaining GDP growth within a reasonable range, with a target of around 4.8% for the 14th Five-Year Plan [1] - The IMF forecasts a GDP growth rate of 3.2% for the global economy and 4.1% for emerging markets from 2026 to 2030, indicating that China can maintain a growth advantage [1] Investment and Consumption - The establishment of long-term mechanisms for local government investment is crucial, as fixed asset investment (FAI) growth during the 14th Five-Year Plan was only 3.1% annually, with a decline of -0.5% in the first three quarters of this year [1] - Increasing rural residents' pensions can create a new consumer group, with 538 million people participating in the basic pension system, and a significant improvement in the income expectations of 180 million actual recipients [2] Real Estate Market - The real estate sector is expected to reach a "structural bottom," with sales and investment declining by 10.3% and 8.1% respectively during the 14th Five-Year Plan [3] - By October 2025, rental yields in major cities have rebounded to 2.4%, indicating a potential recovery in the real estate market [3] Emerging Industries - The article highlights the cultivation of new industry demands through the application of new technologies and products, as outlined in the 14th Five-Year Plan [4] - The government aims to implement large-scale application demonstrations for new technologies, which could lead to new industry growth [4] Globalization of Industries - The globalization of certain advantageous industries in China is expected to enhance domestic supply chains, with the 14th Five-Year Plan focusing on maintaining and improving the competitiveness of traditional industries [4] Market Performance Insights - The article notes that global stock markets are experiencing increased volatility, with a shift in narrative affecting technology stocks and a return to value investing [5] - The performance of various asset classes is highlighted, with energy, healthcare, and real estate sectors showing strong gains, while technology and communication sectors lagged [5] Commodity Prices - Gold and silver prices are experiencing fluctuations, with gold slightly down by 0.4% and silver down by 0.5% [6] - Oil prices are influenced by supply and demand dynamics, with Brent crude oil futures dropping by 2.21% [7] U.S. Economic Conditions - The article discusses the ongoing U.S. government shutdown, which is affecting various sectors, including transportation and food assistance programs, potentially leading to a decline in consumer spending [12][13] - Mixed economic data from the U.S. shows stabilization in employment indicators, while manufacturing continues to contract [15][17] Chinese Economic Indicators - The article mentions that high-frequency models indicate a stable volume and rising prices in the short term, with expectations for GDP growth around 4.73% [18] - Consumer price index (CPI) and producer price index (PPI) trends are discussed, with expectations for a slight recovery in CPI due to a low base effect [19] Policy Developments - The Chinese government is focusing on carbon neutrality and has made significant progress in renewable energy installations, with non-fossil energy consumption expected to rise [25][26] - The government is also promoting the development of new application scenarios in various sectors to drive economic growth [32][34]

Core Viewpoint - The inflation data for October shows continued improvement, with CPI at 0.2% year-on-year, slightly above the model prediction of 0.16%, and PPI at -2.1%, better than the predicted -2.37% [1][6]. Inflation Data Summary - CPI and PPI data indicate a positive trend, with CPI showing a year-on-year increase of 0.2% and PPI at -2.1% [5][6]. - The simulated deflation index, based on CPI and PPI, stands at -0.72%, the highest since September of the previous year, excluding January [1][5]. - Core CPI, excluding food and energy, has expanded for six consecutive months, reaching 1.2% year-on-year in October, the highest since March 2024 [8][9]. Price Trends in Specific Categories - Notable price trends include: - Pork prices continue to decline, with a month-on-month decrease of 2.5% [11]. - Alcohol prices also fell by 0.1% month-on-month [11]. - Household appliance prices broke a three-month upward trend, decreasing by 0.7% month-on-month [11]. - Gold jewelry prices surged by 10.2% month-on-month, with a year-on-year increase of 50.3% [11][13]. - Medical service prices rose by 2.4% year-on-year, indicating a relatively high growth rate within CPI components [14]. Industrial Price Movements - Industrial prices show mixed trends: - Upstream production materials increased by 0.1% month-on-month, with mining industries up by 1.0% [15]. - Downstream consumer goods remained flat, with general daily necessities up by 0.7% [15]. - Durable goods, including automobiles and home appliances, saw a month-on-month decline of 0.3% [15][18]. Sector-Specific Insights - In specific sectors: - Upstream coal and non-ferrous metals experienced significant month-on-month increases [18]. - Midstream fuel processing and chemical industries faced declines, influenced by oil prices [18]. - Downstream automotive manufacturing showed a narrowing decline, while agricultural processing expanded its negative growth [18][19]. - Cement prices increased significantly due to policy-driven financial tools and the implementation of the revised Anti-Unfair Competition Law [21]. Future Price Trends - Looking ahead, pork prices are expected to stabilize, which may lead to a continued rebound in CPI year-on-year [21]. - The PPI base is slightly higher, with global pricing products presenting uncertainties; however, the cement price trend suggests a potential floor for construction product prices [21]. - Overall, the deflation index is anticipated to continue rising in the coming months, reflecting supply-demand dynamics that influence corporate profit margins and performance [21][4].

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the implementation of a new policy financial tool amounting to 500 billion yuan aimed at supporting major economic provinces in China, highlighting the importance of these provinces in driving economic growth and investment recovery. Group 1: Policy Financial Tool Implementation - A new policy financial tool of 500 billion yuan was fully deployed by the end of October, with significant funding directed towards 12 major economic provinces, accounting for approximately 78%, 72%, and nearly 80% of the total funding from different policy banks [1][5][6] - The Ministry of Finance has allocated a local debt limit of 200 billion yuan specifically for projects in these major economic provinces [1][5] Group 2: Identification of Major Economic Provinces - Major economic provinces are defined as those ranking in the top 12 by GDP for 2024, including Guangdong, Jiangsu, Shandong, Zhejiang, Sichuan, Henan, Hubei, Fujian, Shanghai, Hunan, Anhui, and Beijing, which together represent 69% of the national economic total [2][7] - Adjustments to the special bond management mechanism will allow 10 provinces to conduct "self-initiated self-examination" trials, which aligns closely with the list of major economic provinces [2][8] Group 3: Rationale for Targeting Major Economic Provinces - The focus on major economic provinces is attributed to their relative flexibility in increasing infrastructure investment amid debt constraints faced by other provinces [3][8] - The "14th Five-Year Plan" emphasizes the role of major economic provinces as growth poles, encouraging them to lead in the modernization process [3][8] Group 4: Economic Performance and Investment Trends - In the first three quarters of the year, GDP growth reached 5.2%, with notable strengths in exports and industrial production, while fixed asset investment showed a decline of 0.5% year-on-year [4][9] - Major economic provinces exhibited significant investment shortfalls, with Guangdong's fixed asset investment down 14.1%, the lowest in the country, and other provinces like Jiangsu and Hunan also showing declines [4][9][10] Group 5: Future Investment Recovery Potential - If fixed asset investment growth in provinces like Guangdong, Jiangsu, Zhejiang, Anhui, Shandong, and Hunan can return to the average level of 2024 (approximately 1.4%), it could contribute an estimated 0.5 percentage points to overall fixed asset investment growth [4][13] - A recovery to the 2023 average level (approximately 3.3%) could boost fixed asset investment by about 1.2 percentage points, while aligning with GDP growth (around 5%) could lead to a 1.8 percentage point increase [4][13]