Investment Rating - The report provides a "Buy" rating for Bayer and Novo Nordisk, a "Reduce" rating for Eli Lilly, and a "Hold" rating for Gilead Sciences [5][15][19][24]. Core Insights - Investors are currently focused on regulatory uncertainties and their impact on growth and profitability in the pharmaceutical sector, while companies are optimistic about new product launches and growth drivers [2][4]. - The regulatory landscape remains unclear, with numerous items under debate, which could lead to varied outcomes for companies depending on their ability to adapt [3]. - Companies are planning a significant number of product launches, but the associated costs and the ability to generate these drugs remain in question until regulatory visibility improves [4][8]. Company Messaging into Results Bayer - Bayer trades at a 12-month forward PE multiple of 6x, with a target price of EUR32.00, implying an upside of 14.3% [10]. - The company expects Q2 2025 revenue to be impacted by patent erosion but anticipates recovery in Crop Science and continued momentum in Pharma [11]. Eli Lilly - Eli Lilly trades at a 12-month forward PE multiple of 33x, with a target price of USD675, indicating a downside of -12.4% [15]. - The company is expected to see strong growth in its Diabetes & Obesity Care segment, with a projected revenue of USD10.366 billion for Q2 2025 [16]. Gilead Sciences - Gilead trades at a target price of USD93.00, with a downside of -12.4% [19]. - The company is expected to see gradual revenue growth driven by the uptake of Yeztugo and Trodelvy, with total revenue projected at USD7.295 billion for Q2 2025 [20]. Johnson & Johnson - Johnson & Johnson trades at a forward PE multiple of 14x, with a target price of USD184.00, suggesting an upside of 21.6% [22]. - The company anticipates stable revenue growth in its Pharmaceutical division, with total revenue expected to reach USD22.980 billion in Q2 2025 [23]. Novo Nordisk - Novo Nordisk trades at a forward PE multiple of 18x, with a target price of DKK680, indicating an upside of 50.9% [24]. - The company is expected to maintain strong growth, particularly in its diabetes and obesity treatment segments, with a five-year forecast revenue CAGR of 12.1% [24].

Investment Rating - The report rates several developers as "Buy," specifically C&D International, CR Land, China Jinmao, and KE Holdings, while others are rated as "Hold" [8][22]. Core Insights - The report highlights a positive sentiment in the market due to progress in debt restructuring and the reopening of the offshore bond market, which is expected to benefit Longfor and distressed developers aiming for a turnaround in 2026 [8][22]. - Distressed developers are anticipated to gradually exit property development and shift towards asset-light project management, contingent on significant debt reduction to stabilize their balance sheets [2][8]. - Local governments are increasing the issuance of special bonds to acquire unsold inventories, which could create a virtuous cycle aiding distressed developers in housing delivery and debt repayment [4][8]. Summary by Sections Debt Restructuring - CIFI announced a successful offshore debt restructuring scheme involving a USD 5.3 billion reduction, representing a 66% haircut to offshore debt [2]. - Seazen successfully issued a USD 300 million note at an 11.88% coupon rate, indicating a rebuilding of offshore investors' appetite for the property sector [3]. Market Dynamics - The report notes that while share prices of distressed developers exhibit volatility, there is a preference for developers positioned to benefit from the primary market recovery, such as CRL, C&D, China Jinmao, and KE Holdings [5][8]. - The report anticipates that selected distressed developers may see a new beginning in 2026 as their debts are resolved and inventories cleared [5][8]. Financial Estimates - Revenue forecasts for several developers have been revised down by 1-37% due to slower-than-expected contracted sales, while Shimao's forecasts have been revised up due to better-than-expected performance [23]. - Gross margin forecasts for four developers have been cut by 0.7-7.8 percentage points, reflecting the impact of price cuts, while estimates for CIFI and Country Garden have been adjusted upwards [24]. Inventory and Impairment - Local governments are focusing on acquiring unsold inventories, primarily from projects developed by local government financing vehicles (LGFVs) or state-owned enterprises (SOEs), which may expand the scope for distressed developers [4][8]. - The report provides detailed metrics on inventory impairment across various developers, indicating a trend of managing inventory levels more effectively [11].

Investment Rating - The report rates several companies as "Buy," including Yili, Shanxi Fen Wine, Ninebot, Midea, YUTO, and Huali [5][9]. Core Insights - The report highlights a divergence in performance between 'new consumption' stocks, which are experiencing strong growth, and 'traditional consumption' stocks, which are underperforming due to their reliance on macroeconomic conditions and stimulus policies [2][30]. - Key investment themes for 2H25 include structural opportunities and high earnings growth in new consumption trends, market share gains in traditional sectors, and high dividend yields from established consumer leaders [3][10]. Summary by Sections 1. Market Overview - The report notes slower-than-expected implementation of consumption stimulus policies in 1H25, impacting sectors like home appliances and baijiu [2][18]. - The divergence in stock performance is attributed to the macro recovery lacking visibility, with new consumption stocks benefiting from structural opportunities [30][31]. 2. Investment Themes - Structural opportunities and high earnings growth are expected in areas such as smart home products, mass snacks, beauty, and pet care [3][10]. - Market share gains are anticipated in traditional consumer sectors, particularly through consolidation and domestic substitution [3][10]. - High dividend stocks, particularly in baijiu, dairy, and white goods, are highlighted as attractive due to strong cash flows and supportive policies [3][10]. 3. Sector Preferences - The report adjusts sector preferences, ranking dairy products highest, followed by soft drinks, beer, and cosmetics [4]. - It emphasizes the potential for market share consolidation in the e2W sector amid stricter regulations [4]. 4. Stock Picks - Specific stock picks include Yili Industrial, Shanxi Fen Wine, Ninebot, Midea, YUTO, and Huali, all rated as "Buy" due to their strong fundamentals and growth prospects [5][9][11][12][13][14]. 5. Consumer Trends - The report identifies Gen Z as a significant driver of new consumption trends, focusing on emotional and experience-based consumption [38][39][40]. - It notes that Gen Z's preferences are reshaping the consumer market, leading to increased demand for local and trendy brands [39][40].

Investment Rating - The report indicates a cautious outlook on gold, suggesting a potential knee-jerk rally but ultimately a defensive stance due to geopolitical risks and market conditions [5][6][8]. Core Insights - Gold prices have declined due to easing geopolitical risks following a ceasefire between Iran and Israel, with oil prices also contributing to the downward trend [3][4]. - The gold/silver ratio has narrowed, indicating silver's relative strength despite overall declines in precious metals [3][9]. - The report highlights that the market may require more destabilizing events to push gold prices to new highs, as current geopolitical tensions have not significantly impacted oil prices [6][8]. Summary by Sections Precious Metals Overview - Gold price as of the report: USD 3,302.50/oz, with silver at USD 36.06/oz, platinum at USD 1,304.00/oz, and palladium at USD 1,071.00/oz [2]. - Speculative positions as of June 17, 2025: Long positions in gold at 31.64 Moz, silver at 612.17 Moz, platinum at 3,668.7 thousand oz, and palladium at 1,062.4 thousand oz [2]. Market Focus and Emerging Trends - The decline in gold was cushioned by ETF purchases, but overall sentiment remains weak due to geopolitical developments and lower oil prices [3][4]. - The report notes that while gold has been resilient against lower USD and yields, the focus may shift to US budget concerns and ongoing Middle East risks [5][8]. Outlook on Precious Metals - The report expresses less optimism for silver, suggesting that the gold/silver ratio at around 90:1 may make long positions in silver less attractive [9]. - Platinum is facing resistance, and demand from China appears to be easing, which may also affect palladium prices [9].

Investment Rating - The report indicates that the biggest economic risk to economies and markets remains via an oil shock, with oil prices expected to spike above USD 80 per barrel due to potential closure of the Strait of Hormuz [8][3]. Core Insights - The conflict in the Middle East, particularly the US strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, has intensified uncertainty in global economies and markets [2]. - Oil prices are projected to rise significantly, with a potential increase to above USD 80 per barrel, reflecting a higher probability of a Hormuz closure, which is critical as approximately 18% of the world's oil passes through this strait [3][8]. - The report outlines four key risk channels for global equity markets: oil prices, freight and trade, geopolitical risk premiums, and tourism [4][33]. Summary by Sections Oil Market - Following US strikes on Iran, oil prices are expected to rise due to increased risk premiums, with forecasts suggesting Brent prices could reach USD 67 per barrel in Q2/Q3 and USD 65 per barrel thereafter if supplies are not disrupted [14][8]. - If oil supplies are disrupted, there would be an upside risk to oil prices, although this may eventually be capped by ample OPEC+ spare capacity [14]. Economic and Market Impact - The direction of exchange rates will largely depend on oil prices and the speed of their increase, with potential strengthening of the USD as a safe-haven currency [25]. - The report suggests that while the conflict does not pose a meaningful threat to economic stability in the Gulf, increased uncertainty may negatively impact sentiment, particularly in travel, trade, and tourism sectors [4][26]. Geopolitical Risks - The escalation of conflict between Israel and Iran poses downside risks to emerging market equities, with investors potentially rotating from Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries to Latin America [33]. - The report emphasizes that the biggest risk to economies and markets remains through an oil shock, with trade costs and tourism impacts also being significant [14][32].

23 June 2025 Mid-year outlook – the pushbacks Multi-Asset Multi-Asset Bulletin Geopolitical concerns This week's agenda has of course been dominated by the newsflow on the Conflict in the Middle East (23 Jun). Despite this, the fallout in financial markets has been fairly contained so far. Whether it's risk assets or typical safe havens, the w/w performance has been relatively flat with the exception of oil prices. 'Complacency' is what we've been hearing the most last week – more on this later, though. Sen ...

Investment Rating - The report upgrades Broadcom Inc to a Buy from Hold with a target price of USD 400, up from USD 240, indicating an implied upside of approximately 58% from the current share price of USD 253.77 [5][7][12]. Core Insights - The report expresses a positive outlook on Broadcom driven by improved visibility into ASIC revenues, which are expected to significantly exceed market expectations due to better project visibility and pricing power [2][3][12]. - Concerns regarding potential share loss in the wireless segment and a slowdown in VMware have been toned down, with revised estimates aligning more closely with consensus [4][54][57]. ASIC Revenue Potential - ASIC revenue is projected to ramp up significantly starting FY26, with expectations of strong demand from existing customers and the addition of new customers, leading to a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 96% from 2023 to 2027 [21][51]. - The report revises ASIC revenue estimates for FY26 and FY27 to USD 28.4 billion and USD 42.8 billion, respectively, which are 42% and 69% higher than consensus estimates [3][31][36]. - The anticipated increase in ASIC blended average selling prices (ASPs) is expected to be 92% year-over-year in FY26 and 25% in FY27, driven by a shift towards larger die sizes and improved memory specifications [27][31][39]. Wireless Segment and VMware - The report revises wireless revenue estimates for FY26 and FY27 to USD 6.8 billion and USD 6.3 billion, respectively, reflecting a more gradual share loss from Apple than previously expected [4][56]. - VMware's revenue growth is expected to remain stable for another 18 months as customers transition to subscription models, mitigating concerns about an imminent slowdown [4][57]. Financial Projections - Broadcom's projected earnings per share (EPS) for FY27 is now estimated at USD 12.54, which is 32% above consensus estimates [5][8][12]. - The report highlights a significant increase in revenue and EBITDA projections for FY26 and FY27, with revenue expected to reach USD 82.6 billion and USD 102.7 billion, respectively [13][14].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a constructive outlook on AI demand trends, indicating a bullish sentiment towards the sector [4][29]. Core Insights - The easing of AI hardware supply chain constraints is expected to shift investor focus towards the sustainability of demand for AI compute and software applications, with a conclusion that demand will justify the current infrastructure build-out [2][4]. - Three primary sources of AI demand are identified: training for large language models (LLMs), consumer-facing AI products, and enterprise AI applications [3][15]. - The report emphasizes that while model training and consumer demand are robust, enterprise AI spending is lagging but is anticipated to ramp up significantly in the coming years [4][29]. Summary by Sections Executive Summary - AI model providers and hyperscalers have announced significant capital expenditure plans, with estimates exceeding $400 billion in 2025 for AI infrastructure [9][11]. - The report addresses concerns about whether the massive investments will yield sufficient returns, focusing on the balance between supply and demand [11][12]. Demand Pillars - Demand for AI infrastructure is driven by three distinct buyers: LLM training, consumer AI products, and enterprise applications [15][62]. - The first pillar, model training, shows no signs of slowing down, with significant GPU demand from providers like OpenAI and Google [17][39]. - The second pillar, consumer AI products, is thriving, with OpenAI's ChatGPT reaching over 600 million weekly active users, indicating strong consumer engagement [18][49]. - The third pillar, enterprise AI adoption, is currently slow but is expected to become a major demand driver by 2026-2027 as organizations mature their AI readiness [22][63]. Modeling Demand - A quantitative approach is taken to model GPU demand based on compute intensity for various AI workloads, projecting significant growth in the AI accelerator market from approximately $125 billion in 2024 to over $300 billion by 2027 [24][25]. - The report highlights that hyperscaler AI infrastructure spending is expected to remain high due to increasing compute requirements and the emergence of sovereign AI initiatives [25]. Bottom-Up View - Insights from 130 UBS analysts indicate that AI is being actively utilized across various industries, with a notable focus on sectors like insurance and IT services [26][28]. - The report tracks AI mentions in conference calls as a proxy for management focus on AI product development, revealing a growing trend in AI adoption across the economy [26][28]. UBS Bottom Line - The report concludes that model training and consumer-led growth in inference workloads will sustain GPU demand for years, driving further investment in cloud infrastructure and related technologies [29][30]. - Key stock picks based on this analysis include Nvidia, Broadcom, Oracle, Snowflake, and Meta, reflecting confidence in their ability to capitalize on AI demand [30].

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Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly provide an investment rating for the industry Core Insights - Major Chinese automakers have pledged to make payments to suppliers within 60 days amidst a severe price war, which is expected to alleviate liquidity pressures in the industrial chain [3][8] - Local governments have started to utilize special bonds to repay arrears to businesses, indicating a proactive approach to improve business liquidity [4][8] - The property sector is receiving increased policy support, focusing on urban renewals and affordable housing, as recent activity data showed declines in new home sales and property investment [9][10] Summary by Sections Automotive Industry - With US-China trade tensions stabilizing, the focus has shifted to domestic issues, particularly in the auto sector where price competition remains intense, leading to falling prices but higher volumes [2] - Automakers have faced liquidity pressures due to delayed payments and demands for price cuts exceeding 10% from suppliers [2][3] - The average accounts payable turnover days for 12 listed Chinese automakers exceeded 170 days, peaking at 248 days, with accounts payable and notes payable accounting for 46.2% of total liabilities [3] Local Government Financial Measures - By the end of 2024, the accounts payable of bond-issuing local government financing vehicles (LGFVs) stood at approximately RMB3.1 trillion, accounting for 9% of LGFV's short-term debt [4] - Hunan province issued RMB20 billion in special bonds to settle local government arrears, marking a significant step in using special local government bonds for this purpose [4] Property Sector - The property sector is under pressure, with new home sales and property investment declining by 4.6% and 12% year-on-year, respectively [9] - Premier Li Qiang announced plans to optimize policies to boost demand and stabilize the property market, with a focus on urban renewal and affordable housing [9][10] - In the first five months of the year, 16.4% of new local government special bonds were allocated to property-related projects, compared to 8.6% in 2024 [10]