1. Report Industry Investment Ratings - Not provided in the given content 2. Core Views of the Report - The majority of December's financial data exceeded market expectations, with various policies having mixed impacts on different sectors [1][4][25] - Gold prices fluctuated and closed lower, with short - term precious metal rallies slowing down. The US dollar is expected to continue its short - term recovery. US stock index futures are expected to be volatile during the earnings season but remain bullish overall. A - share index futures still have upward momentum, while treasury bond futures are generally bearish [2][13][17][21][23] - Different commodities have different trends. For example, coal prices are expected to continue to fluctuate, iron ore has support at the bottom, steel prices should be treated with a volatile mindset, and the prices of various agricultural products, non - ferrous metals, and energy chemicals also show different characteristics [30][32][35] 3. Summary by Directory 3.1 Financial News and Comments 3.1.1 Macro Strategy (Gold) - Fed's Paulson tends to keep interest rates unchanged in the next meeting, may cut rates slightly later this year, and expects inflation to fall to 2% by December. The US initial jobless claims last week were 198,000, lower than expected. Gold prices fluctuated and closed lower due to reduced risk - aversion sentiment and hawkish remarks from Fed officials. Short - term precious metal rallies slow down, and it is advisable to beware of correction risks and consider going long on the gold - silver ratio [12][13] 3.1.2 Macro Strategy (Foreign Exchange Futures - US Dollar Index) - The US initial jobless claims last week dropped to 198,000, lower than all expectations. Fed officials have different views on inflation and interest rates. The labor market remains resilient, and the US dollar is expected to continue its short - term recovery [14][16][17] 3.1.3 Macro Strategy (US Stock Index Futures) - Fed's Schmid believes there is no reason to cut rates currently. Goldman Sachs' Q4 net profit increased by 12% year - on - year, and TSMC's Q4 earnings exceeded expectations, indicating strong demand in the AI chip industry. During the earnings season, US stocks are expected to be more volatile but remain bullish overall [18][19][21] 3.1.4 Macro Strategy (Stock Index Futures) - In December 2025, China's social financing scale increased by 8.3% year - on - year. The central bank cut the interest rate of structural monetary policy tools by 25BP, providing liquidity support to the market. The A - share market is expected to have upward momentum, and it is recommended to continue holding long positions [22][23][24] 3.1.5 Macro Strategy (Treasury Bond Futures) - December's financial data exceeded market expectations. The central bank cut the interest rate of structural monetary policy tools and conducted reverse repurchase operations. The impact on the bond market is mixed but generally bearish. It is advisable to be cautious when chasing up or betting on rebounds and consider short - selling opportunities during rebounds [25][27][29] 3.2 Commodity News and Comments 3.2.1 Black Metal (Steam Coal) - On January 15, the price of low - calorie steam coal in Indonesia remained stable. The downstream daily consumption has been weak, and the supply adjustment has accelerated. The coal price is expected to continue to fluctuate in the short term, and it is necessary to pay attention to whether coal mines will have an early holiday before the Spring Festival and the implementation of Indonesia's 2026 tariffs [30] 3.2.2 Black Metal (Iron Ore) - Rio Tinto and BHP will jointly develop 200 million tons of iron ore in the Pilbara region. The iron ore inventory at ports continues to accumulate, and the steel mills' restocking is weak. However, the molten iron is expected to recover moderately, providing support for iron ore prices [31][32] 3.2.3 Black Metal (Rebar/Hot - Rolled Coil) - As of January 15, the inventory of five major steel products decreased by 69,100 tons week - on - week. The overall inventory pattern is acceptable, but the inventory inflection point is approaching, and the supply pressure is increasing. It is recommended to treat steel prices with a volatile mindset and hedge inventory at high prices if the price rebounds [33][34][35] 3.2.4 Agricultural Products (Soybean Meal) - CONAB estimates Brazil's soybean production in the 25/26 season to be 176.12 million tons, a 2.7% increase from the previous year but a 1 - million - ton decrease from the December estimate. NOPA members' soybean crushing volume in December reached the second - highest level in history. It is recommended to maintain the view of weak and volatile soybean meal prices and pay attention to South American weather, domestic auctions, and customs policies [36][37] 3.2.5 Agricultural Products (Sugar) - The basis quotes in the cotton market have increased significantly. In December 2025, China's textile and clothing exports increased seasonally month - on - month but decreased year - on - year, with textiles showing stronger resilience and clothing facing greater pressure. It is expected that Zhengzhou cotton will fluctuate and adjust before the Spring Festival [38][41][43] 3.2.6 Agricultural Products (Soybean Oil/Rapeseed Oil/Palm Oil) - From January 1 to 15, Malaysia's palm oil exports increased by 18.64% month - on - month. The oil market was weak due to Indonesia's biodiesel policy and Sino - Canadian talks. It is recommended to wait for new drivers in the palm oil market and pay attention to the official results of Sino - Canadian talks for rapeseed oil. Short - term long positions can be considered at low prices if sentiment stabilizes and the production cut is significant [44] 3.2.7 Non - Ferrous Metals (Lead) - On January 14, the LME 0 - 3 lead was at a discount of $43.33 per ton, and the social inventory of lead ingots increased. Starting from April 14, 2026, the LME will no longer accept the warehousing of some metal brands from two South Korean companies. The lead price is driven by strong macro factors, but the demand feedback is negative. It is recommended to wait and see in the short term and consider short - selling opportunities at high prices in the medium term [45][46][48] 3.2.8 Non - Ferrous Metals (Zinc) - Starting from April 14, 2026, the LME will no longer accept the warehousing of some zinc brands from two South Korean companies. The zinc price rose significantly. The direct impact on the zinc fundamentals is limited. It is recommended to take partial profits on previous long positions at high prices, wait and see for spreads, and consider positive spreads between domestic and foreign markets, but the driving force is not obvious [49][52][53] 3.2.9 Non - Ferrous Metals (Lithium Carbonate) - Three departments held a symposium on the new energy vehicle industry to regulate the market order. Tesla's lithium refinery has been put into operation. The lithium carbonate futures price has a short - term correction. It is recommended to control positions and operate cautiously due to high market sentiment and exchange intervention [54][55][56] 3.2.10 Non - Ferrous Metals (Copper) - State Grid's "15th Five - Year Plan" investment is expected to reach 4 trillion yuan, a 40% increase from the "14th Five - Year Plan." Codelco's Ministro Hales copper mine expansion project has obtained environmental approval. Trump has postponed the imposition of tariffs on key minerals. The copper price is expected to continue to fluctuate at a high level, and it is recommended to wait for opportunities to go long at low prices [57][58][60] 3.2.11 Non - Ferrous Metals (Tin) - On January 14, the LME 0 - 3 tin was at a discount of $105.98 per ton. The supply of tin mines is uncertain, and the demand is weak. The tin price is expected to continue to fluctuate strongly, and it is necessary to pay attention to December's import and export data and the recovery of consumption [60][61][62] 3.2.12 Energy Chemicals (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) - As of January 9, the US propane inventory decreased by 2.39 million barrels. The geopolitical conflict in Iran has eased, and the price is expected to fluctuate in the short term [63][65][66] 3.2.13 Energy Chemicals (Carbon Emissions) - On January 15, the closing price of CEA was 78.50 yuan per ton, up 8.28% from the previous day. The carbon market is expected to be dull and the price to fluctuate widely in the current policy window period [66][67] 3.2.14 Energy Chemicals (PTA) - The downstream start - up rate in Jiangsu and Zhejiang has been adjusted locally. The demand is stable, and there may be a seasonal restocking demand before the Spring Festival. The supply load may not be maintained above 80%. It is recommended to adjust with the cost end in the short term and try long positions at low prices in the medium term [68][69][70] 3.2.15 Energy Chemicals (Styrene) - This week, China's styrene production decreased slightly. The styrene price has risen due to unexpected maintenance and export increases. It is recommended to pay attention to geopolitical risks and US pure benzene tariff policies, and generally take a long - at - low approach, with the risk of excessive pure benzene imports [71][72][73] 3.2.16 Energy Chemicals (Soda Ash) - As of January 15, the inventory of soda ash manufacturers continued to accumulate. The supply has increased, and the demand has been hit by the cold repair of glass production lines. It is recommended to take a bearish view in the medium term and short far - month contracts at high prices [74][75] 3.2.17 Energy Chemicals (Float Glass) - As of January 15, the inventory of float glass manufacturers decreased month - on - month. The glass price has been weak recently. It is recommended to short at high prices within the range of 900 - 1250 yuan per ton in 2026 and pay attention to potential supply - side changes [76]

格隆汇1月16日｜台积电首席财务官黄仁昭表示，对于一家拥有庞大海外收入的企业而言，应对汇率市 场波动风险的最佳方式是保持策略简单。他指出，如今美元兑新台币汇率每变动1%，台积电的毛利率 和营业利润率都会受到30个基点的影响。不过，公司将优先采用"简单"的外汇风险管理策略，主要工具 包括在即期和远期市场抛售美元，其次是将美元现金注入台积电的海外子公司。美元敞口去年曾对台积 电盈利造成影响，当时新台币在5月初录得近40年来最大单日涨幅。黄仁昭表示，在当前利润率更高的 情况下，汇率冲击的影响将有所减弱。 ...

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights a significant surge in bank stocks following strong earnings reports from major financial institutions, alongside positive macroeconomic indicators suggesting stability in the labor market and a potential pause in interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve [2][5][8]. Group 1: Bank Stocks Performance - Major bank stocks experienced substantial gains, with BlackRock and Morgan Stanley rising nearly 6%, and Goldman Sachs and Citigroup increasing over 4% [2][5]. - Morgan Stanley reported Q4 2025 revenues of $17.89 billion, a 10.3% year-over-year increase, exceeding market expectations of $17.77 billion, with earnings per share at $2.68, also above the forecast of $2.44 [5]. - Goldman Sachs disclosed Q4 2025 revenues of $13.45 billion, a 3% year-over-year decline, slightly below market expectations, but Non-GAAP earnings per share reached $14.01, significantly surpassing the forecast by $2.25 [5]. Group 2: Macroeconomic Indicators - The U.S. Department of Labor reported that initial jobless claims fell to 198,000 for the week ending January 10, significantly below the market expectation of 215,000 and lower than the previous value of 208,000, indicating a stable labor market [8]. - Multiple Federal Reserve officials indicated a likely pause in interest rate cuts due to signs of labor market stabilization and ongoing inflation pressures [7][8]. - Chicago Fed President Austan Goolsbee emphasized the importance of reducing inflation to 2%, while Kansas City Fed President Jeff Schmid expressed opposition to further rate cuts amid persistent inflation [8].

Group 1 - TSMC (TSM.US) was included in the "Global Vision" top ten core assets for 2026, with its stock price rising over 7% during trading, reaching a historical high before closing up 4.44% at $341.64, resulting in a total market capitalization of $1.77 trillion [1] - TSMC reported a significant year-on-year net profit increase of 35% for the fourth quarter, setting a new historical high and exceeding market expectations [1] - The gross margin for the fourth quarter reached 62.3%, which was well above market expectations [1] Group 2 - TSMC provided a strong revenue guidance indicating a further 30% increase by 2026 [1] - Analysts noted that TSMC's robust Q4 performance and revenue guidance for 2026 clearly signal the ongoing momentum of the artificial intelligence boom [1]

Group 1: Market Overview - Major stock indices on Wall Street rose collectively after two days of decline, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average up by 292.81 points, or 0.60%, closing at 49,442.44 points; the Nasdaq Composite increased by 58.27 points, or 0.25%, to 23,530.02 points; and the S&P 500 gained 17.87 points, or 0.26%, ending at 6,944.47 points [1] - The semiconductor sector strengthened significantly due to TSMC's strong earnings report, which reignited confidence in AI-related demand [2] - Financial stocks rebounded as Morgan Stanley and Goldman Sachs reported better-than-expected earnings, with Morgan Stanley's stock rising by 5.8% and Goldman Sachs by 4.6%, both reaching new closing highs [2] Group 2: Company Performance - TSMC's stock rose by 4.5% after reporting record quarterly earnings, with profits increasing by 35% year-over-year, boosting market confidence in AI demand [2] - Goldman Sachs reported a fourth-quarter net profit of $4.6 billion, with diluted earnings per share of $14.01, a 12% year-over-year increase; Morgan Stanley's net profit grew by 18% to $4.4 billion, driven by a 47% surge in trading revenue [2] - The Philadelphia Semiconductor Index rose by 1.76%, reaching a record close, with intraday gains nearing 4% before tapering off [2] Group 3: Economic Indicators - The U.S. Labor Department reported that initial jobless claims fell to 198,000, significantly below market expectations, indicating a resilient labor market [5] - The 10-year U.S. Treasury yield rose by 1.6 basis points to 4.156%, while the 2-year yield increased by 4.4 basis points to 3.558%, with market expectations for a rate cut by the Federal Reserve remaining stable at about 5% [6]

Group 1 - The People's Bank of China indicates there is still room for interest rate cuts this year, with the current average reserve requirement ratio at 6.3% [6] - Xiaomi launches a 7-year low-interest car purchase policy for its new electric SUV, with monthly payments starting at 2,593 yuan [10] - The Philippines announces visa-free entry for Chinese citizens starting January 16, 2026, allowing a stay of up to 14 days [10] Group 2 - Xunlei restarts litigation against former CEO Chen Lei, claiming he secretly siphoned off company assets, seeking 200 million yuan in damages [10] - Golden Dragon Fish plans to transfer 50% stakes in its Shanghai and Kunshan subsidiaries to Mars China for a total consideration of 60 million USD [11] - SF Express and Jitu Express announce a strategic mutual shareholding agreement, with a total investment amounting to 8.3 billion HKD [8] Group 3 - Wang's Restaurant announces the closure of 102 stores, representing 30% of its total outlets, while ensuring all employees will receive their wages and customers can refund their prepaid cards [1] - The luxury brand Hermès responds to the controversy over an 18,000 yuan yo-yo, stating it is a new product with thoughtful design [4] - The Louvre Museum increases ticket prices for non-European Economic Area visitors by approximately 45% to fund infrastructure upgrades [13] Group 4 - KKR completes fundraising of 2.5 billion USD for a private credit fund focused on high-quality credit assets in the Asia-Pacific region [21] - TSMC forecasts Q1 2026 revenue between 34.6 billion to 35.8 billion USD, indicating a 4.4% quarter-over-quarter increase [17] - Li Ning reports a low single-digit decline in retail sales for the fourth quarter, with a total of 6,091 sales points in China [18]

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights a positive trend in the U.S. stock market driven by strong earnings reports from major financial institutions and optimistic guidance from TSMC, which has reignited investor interest in technology stocks [2][4]. Financial Sector Performance - U.S. stock indices collectively rose, with the Dow Jones up 0.60%, Nasdaq up 0.25%, and S&P 500 up 0.26% as of January 15 [4]. - Major financial stocks surged, with Morgan Stanley rising nearly 6% to reach a historical high, and Goldman Sachs and Citigroup both increasing over 4% [4]. - BlackRock, the world's largest asset management company, saw its assets under management reach a record $14.04 trillion, increasing by 5.9% in Q4 [4]. Earnings Reports - Morgan Stanley reported Q4 revenue of $17.89 billion, a 10.3% year-over-year increase, exceeding market expectations of $17.77 billion, with earnings per share at $2.68, surpassing the forecast of $2.44 [4]. - Goldman Sachs disclosed Q4 revenue of $13.45 billion, a 3% year-over-year decline, slightly below expectations, but Non-GAAP earnings per share reached $14.01, significantly exceeding the forecast of $2.25 [4]. TSMC's Impact on Technology Stocks - TSMC's Q4 gross margin exceeded 60% for the first time, with net profit reaching $16 billion, a 35% year-over-year increase, surpassing analyst expectations [5]. - TSMC plans to significantly increase capital expenditures to $56 billion in 2026, a 37% increase from 2025, to capitalize on AI opportunities, with revenue growth expectations close to 30% [5]. - Following TSMC's report, its stock rose 4.4%, contributing to a broader rally in semiconductor stocks, with the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index up 1.76% [5]. Federal Reserve Policy Signals - Recent labor market data showed initial jobless claims fell to 198,000, significantly below the expected 215,000, alleviating concerns about labor market weakness [8]. - Several Federal Reserve officials indicated support for pausing interest rate cuts in the upcoming meeting, citing a stable labor market and persistent inflation pressures [8]. - Chicago Fed President Austan Goolsbee emphasized the need to bring inflation down to 2%, while other officials expressed caution against further rate cuts due to ongoing inflation concerns [8].

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Group 1 - TSMC reported Q4 2025 revenue of $33.73 billion, a year-over-year increase of 25.5%, with a net profit of approximately $16 billion, up 35% [1] - The gross margin rose to 62.3%, and the total annual revenue reached $122 billion, reflecting a 35.9% year-over-year growth [1] - Advanced process technologies (7nm and below) accounted for 77% of wafer revenue in Q4, with 3nm contributing 28%, and 5nm and 7nm contributing 35% and 14% respectively [1] Group 2 - TSMC's guidance for Q1 2026 indicates expected revenue between $34.6 billion and $35.8 billion, representing a 38% year-over-year increase, with a gross margin forecast of 63% to 65% [1] - Capital expenditures for 2026 are projected to be between $52 billion and $56 billion, significantly higher than the $40.9 billion in 2025, with 70% to 80% allocated to advanced processes [1] - TSMC's CEO expressed confidence in outpacing industry growth, anticipating a 14% annual increase in the overall foundry market in 2026, driven by AI-related demand [2]

By Trevor Hunnicutt WASHINGTON, Jan 15 (Reuters) - The U.S. and Taiwan clinched a trade deal on Thursday that cuts tariffs on many of the semiconductor powerhouse's exports, directs new investments in the U.S. technology industry and risks infuriating China. The deal deepens the Trump ​administration's ties with Taipei at a critical time as China ratchets up pressure on the island and Washington has worked to ‌avoid an all-out trade war with Beijing. Under the long-negotiated deal, Taiwanese chipmakers ...