Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly provide an investment rating for the industry or specific companies Core Insights - The China Export Tracker focuses on the dynamics of China exports to the US amid tariff escalations, analyzing data from 48 corporates representing nearly 70% of China export value to the US [2][41] - Export orders from the US to Chinese corporates have stabilized at 92% of pre-tariff levels as of April 28, 2025, showing a slight recovery from 90% in mid-April [3][12] - The report indicates that nearly 20% of corporates have seen improvements in exports to non-US regions, particularly in sectors like pet treats and construction machinery [4] - China shipments and production are in substantial decline, with 35% of US orders being filled from China and 57% from ex-China facilities [11][17] - Corporates report that 40% of their products are experiencing high impacts on shipments to the US, with a significant portion seeing declines of over 50% [12][18] Summary by Sections Export Orders and Shipments - Export orders from the US have largely remained unchanged, with a slight increase noted [3] - Shipments from China are significantly impacted, with many corporates reporting a decline in production and shipments [5][12] Supply Chain Adjustments - Corporates are adjusting supply chains, with many utilizing ex-China production facilities to fulfill US orders [11][13] - Nearly half of the corporates have reported stable or increasing inventory levels in the US, providing a buffer against supply chain disruptions [21][23] Pricing Discussions - Approximately 60% of corporates are engaged in pricing negotiations, with expectations that end users will absorb most tariff costs [25][29] - There is a consensus that tariffs above 30-40% could become unmanageable for the global supply chain [26][31] Capital Allocation and Expansion Plans - Nearly 60% of corporates have ex-China production facilities, with 63% planning to expand or establish overseas capacity despite tariff uncertainties [32] - Corporates are cautious about capital expansion plans, particularly in Mexico and the US, due to ongoing uncertainties [59][61] Container Shipping and Import Data - US container imports from China showed a year-on-year increase of 9% in Q1 2025, but projections indicate a decline of 15% in Q2 and 27% in Q3 2025 [33][35] - Container shipping data has not yet reflected the anticipated decline, with current volumes still showing positive growth [35][36]

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Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for both JD and Meituan, indicating favorable risk-reward scenarios for investors [1][10][13]. Core Insights - JD's food delivery service has ramped up quickly, achieving 10 million daily orders within two months, which is significant compared to Meituan's approximately 65 million daily orders [1][12]. - The report outlines three potential scenarios for JD's future in the food delivery market, ranging from losing scale due to subsidy pullbacks to becoming the second-largest player [1][9][18]. - Meituan is expected to maintain its leadership in food delivery due to its extensive merchant coverage and established user base [10][11]. Summary by Sections JD's Market Entry and Performance - JD's food delivery service has seen rapid growth, doubling its daily orders from 5 million to 10 million in a short period [12][28]. - The company has implemented a Rmb10 billion subsidy program to attract users and has a zero-commission policy for new merchants [28][29]. - JD's long-term commitment to food delivery is supported by strategic investments and management changes [2][10]. Competitive Landscape - The food delivery market is becoming increasingly fragmented, with Meituan and Ele.me responding to JD's entry with their own competitive strategies [2][29]. - Meituan's unique competitive advantages include its large local service merchant network and a strong in-house delivery system [10][11]. - The report anticipates that the competitive dynamics will evolve as JD and Alibaba continue to invest in their food delivery operations [7][10]. Financial Projections and Valuations - The report projects significant upside potential for both JD and Meituan, with target price increases of 56% for Meituan and 53% for JD over the next 12 months [1][26]. - JD's potential EBIT impact varies across scenarios, with estimates ranging from Rmb7 billion to Rmb14 billion depending on market performance [8][9][18]. - Meituan's food delivery is valued at HK$83 per share, based on projected daily orders and EBIT per order [11][60]. Scenario Analysis - Scenario 1 suggests JD could shrink to below 5 million daily orders if subsidies are removed, leading to a significant EBIT impact [9][15]. - Scenario 2 maintains JD's order volume at 8-12 million per day, resulting in a moderate EBIT drag [9][17]. - Scenario 3 envisions JD becoming the second-largest player with daily orders reaching approximately 20 million, significantly impacting both JD and Meituan's EBIT [8][19]. Market Dynamics and Future Outlook - The report highlights the ongoing competition and strategic responses from Meituan and Ele.me, indicating a need for continuous adaptation in the market [2][29]. - JD's entry into food delivery is expected to shift the competitive landscape, with implications for pricing and market share among the key players [1][7][10].

Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly state an investment rating for the industry Core Insights - The report highlights a deeper pullback in subscription-based volume and visitor traffic in export-centric cities, with subscription-based secondary sales in approximately 15 monitored cities falling by 7% week-over-week (wow) and 9% in export-reliant cities [1] - Primary markets with the highest export exposure underperformed peers, showing an improvement of only 11% wow compared to 19% and 15% for cities with the least exposure and other peers respectively [1] - Secondary visitor traffic in export-centric cities dropped sharply by 13% wow, indicating a significant decline in market activity [2] Summary by Sections Sales Volume - New homes sales volume increased by 6% wow but decreased by 11% year-over-year (yoy), with tier-1 and Yangtze River Delta (YRD) cities outperforming [5] - Secondary transactions averaged an increase of 11% wow and 4% yoy, despite negative price appreciation expectations from agents and homeowners [5] - Year-to-date (YTD) primary gross floor area (GFA) sold averaged a 1% yoy increase but was down 31% and 12% compared to 2023 and 2022 levels respectively [6] Market Trends - Property sales in around 75 cities suggest that top-100 developers' presales are likely to decline by 4% yoy in April, compared to an 11% decline in March [7] - The GSPC tracker indicates a high-single-digit to teen-level yoy decline in completions for April 2025, with a projected 3% yoy increase for FY25E [7] - New starts are expected to record a high-teens level yoy decline in April, based on land sales trends and cement shipment ratios [7] Visitor Traffic and Sentiment - The latest new home search demand heat index edged up by 0.2% wow, remaining below the levels seen in 1Q25 and post-September 2024 easing [18] - Secondary listing supply in export-reliant cities decreased by 3% wow, while visitor traffic fell by 13% wow, indicating a decline in market engagement [20] Inventory and Valuation - Inventory levels remained flattish week-over-week and decreased by 2.6% from the end of 2024, with inventory months at 26.3 [50] - The report notes that offshore developers are trading at an average 35% discount to end-2025E NAV, while onshore developers are at a 19% discount [63]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a structurally bullish view on gold, projecting a base case price of $3,700 per ounce by year-end and $4,000 by mid-2026 [17]. Core Insights - The gold-silver price ratio has broken out of its historical range of 45-80 since 2022, with expectations that silver will not catch up to gold due to increased central bank demand for gold [1][16]. - Central banks have significantly increased gold purchases, leading to a structural decoupling of gold and silver prices, with gold being favored over silver due to its scarcity and suitability for reserve management [2][14]. - Despite a boom in China's solar industry supporting silver demand, it has not been sufficient to close the performance gap with gold, especially as solar production slows and recession risks rise [16]. Summary by Sections Gold-Silver Price Ratio - The gold-silver price ratio has persistently traded above the historical range since 2022, driven by structural changes in demand [1][2]. - Central banks' gold purchases have increased fivefold since the freezing of Russian reserves, contributing to the decoupling of gold and silver prices [9][12]. Demand Dynamics - Silver's investment flows are influenced by macroeconomic uncertainty and real rates, but its industrial exposure can lead to underperformance during economic downturns [5][6]. - The report indicates that while silver may benefit from renewed investor interest, it is unlikely to match gold's trajectory due to the lack of central bank support [16][20]. Structural Factors - Gold's physical properties make it more suitable for reserve management compared to silver, which is more abundant and less valuable [14][15]. - Silver lacks the institutional recognition and economic profile that supports gold, making it less suitable as a reserve asset [13][14]. Future Outlook - The report anticipates that gold will continue to outperform silver, with strong central bank demand expected to persist into 2025 [16][19]. - In the event of a recession, gold prices could rise significantly, potentially reaching $3,880 by year-end, while silver may also see some upward movement due to correlated flows [18][19].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a defensive tactical stance with an overweight (OW) on bonds and cash, neutral (N) on credit, and an underweight (UW) on equities and commodities for the next three months [4]. Core Insights - Financial markets are currently navigating between the risks of a US recession and the concept of US exceptionalism, leading to a sell-off in US cyclicals compared to defensives and a widening of credit spreads [2][3]. - Recent equity market rallies have been supported by easing global growth concerns and more dovish monetary policy expectations, with technology stocks, particularly the Nasdaq, leading the rebound [3][10]. - The report highlights a significant outflow of approximately $60 billion from US stocks by foreign investors since March 1, indicating a shift in investor sentiment [3]. Summary by Sections Market Overview - US existing home sales and Euro area composite PMIs have both come in below expectations, while non-farm payrolls (NFPs) are expected to rise by 140,000 in April, above consensus [1]. - The market has begun to price in higher recession risks, leading to a relative underperformance of US equities compared to non-US equities [2]. Asset Allocation Recommendations - The report suggests focusing on domestic defensive sectors in Europe and taking advantage of resets in cross-asset volatility to add selective overlay hedges [4][15]. - The allocation recommendations include an underweight in equities across various indices, with specific forecasts for the S&P 500 and other major indices indicating potential downside in the short term [15]. Performance Metrics - The report provides performance metrics indicating that US equities, particularly the Nasdaq, have outperformed other indices since April 21, while Asian markets, especially China, have lagged [3][10]. - The correlation between US and non-US equities has started to decline, suggesting a potential shift in market dynamics [3][9]. Valuation and Risk Premia - The report includes a cross-asset valuation table showing current valuations and their percentiles relative to the past ten years, indicating that US equities are at a 71% expensiveness percentile [59]. - The current dividend yield for the S&P 500 is 1.5%, which is at the 16th percentile compared to the last ten years, suggesting a relatively low yield environment [62]. Fund Flows and Positioning - The report notes significant fund flows, with a focus on the cumulative flows across various asset classes, indicating a preference for safe assets over risky ones in recent weeks [74][78]. - The positioning data shows net long positions in equities and commodities, reflecting investor sentiment and market expectations [86][88].

Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly provide an investment rating for the industry Core Insights - Recent land market data indicates "green shoots" with higher land prices in major cities and increased land transactions, suggesting potential recovery in the property sector [5][6][7] - Despite these signs, the report cautions that they do not predict an immediate rise in property construction due to ongoing challenges in local government financing and land availability [5][6][38] - The property sector remains critical to China's GDP, accounting for approximately 19% of GDP in 2024, down from a peak of around 27% in 2020 [8][41] Summary by Sections Land Market Dynamics - Land sales data has shown recent improvements, with land prices rising in Tier-1 and some Tier-2 cities, while lower-tier cities continue to struggle [13][14] - Local government financing vehicles (LGFVs) accounted for 70% of total land sales volume in 2024, indicating a reliance on these entities for revenue generation rather than construction [5][23][24] Supply-Demand Mismatch - There is a persistent supply-demand mismatch across city tiers, with large cities experiencing a decline in land sales volume since 2021, while lower-tier cities face significant challenges from population outflows and high housing inventory [29][30] Government Revenue and Fiscal Implications - Government land sales revenue is expected to contract by 5-10% in 2025, reflecting ongoing economic challenges and the impact of US tariffs [41][42] - The report anticipates that property construction and investment have not yet reached their lowest point, projecting a continued drag on GDP growth from the property sector [41][38] Future Outlook - Recent stabilization in land prices in major cities may help anchor home prices, particularly for quality homes, but a broader recovery in home prices is still distant [41][44]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for Kstar and Envicool, while Kehua is rated as "Neutral" [2][11]. Core Insights - The data center supply chain in China is experiencing strong demand, with expectations for continued capacity expansion through 2025 and potentially into 2026, despite challenges such as overseas chip supply constraints [1][5]. - The report has revised earnings per share (EPS) estimates downward by 17%-31% for Kstar, Envicool, and Kehua, primarily due to uncertainties in domestic solar inverter and energy storage system (ESS) demand, as well as intense pricing competition [1][7]. - Kstar is favored over Kehua due to its faster long-term growth potential, better margin profile, and more attractive valuation metrics [2][5]. Kstar Summary - Kstar's sales and net income for 4Q24 decreased by 9% and 76% year-over-year, respectively, while 1Q25 showed a 14% increase in sales but a 17% decrease in net income [5][8]. - The company anticipates 30%-50% year-over-year order growth from domestic internet and telecom customers in 2025, with significant opportunities for customer base expansion [6][9]. - Kstar's total revenue is projected to grow from Rmb 4.159 billion in 2024 to Rmb 9.642 billion by 2030, with a net income increase from Rmb 394 million to Rmb 1.455 billion over the same period [10]. Envicool Summary - Envicool's 4Q24 and 1Q25 results missed expectations due to delayed revenue recognition and increased operating expenses, leading to a 31% downward revision in EPS estimates [11][15]. - The data center room cooling segment saw sales growth of 49% in 2024, with a record high order backlog by 1Q25, indicating strong demand [13][14]. - Envicool's total revenue is expected to rise from Rmb 3.529 billion in 2024 to Rmb 4.589 billion in 2025, with net profit projected to increase from Rmb 344 million to Rmb 453 million [16].

Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly provide an investment rating for the industry Core Insights - The report forecasts a soft GDP growth of 0.5% for 2025 Q4/Q4, primarily due to the negative impacts of tariffs, which are likened to a tax hike, tightening financial conditions, and increasing business uncertainty [3][6] - It identifies three main risks: higher production costs due to tariffs, high foreign retaliatory tariffs, and loss of access to rare earth elements, all of which could disrupt production and employment [3][34] Summary by Sections Economic Impact of Tariffs - The report estimates that tariff-driven cost increases could raise US production costs by 5-15% in some industries, significantly affecting their competitiveness [11][17] - It highlights that tariffed US exports to China account for approximately 0.5% of US GDP and support over 750,000 jobs across various sectors [28][30] Risks from Retaliatory Tariffs - China's 125% tariff on US exports is expected to block most exports, posing a significant risk to industries reliant on the Chinese market [26][28] - The report notes that while other countries have been restrained in retaliating against US exports, the high tariff rates could lead to further economic disruptions if not addressed [30][43] Rare Earth Element Restrictions - The report discusses the potential impact of China's restrictions on rare earth exports, which could disrupt production in industries that rely heavily on these materials [34][35] - It estimates that disruptions could affect between 200,000 to 500,000 jobs depending on the severity of the restrictions [35] Sector Analyst Insights - A survey of sector analysts indicates that about half expect trade-war related production disruptions and layoffs, with concerns primarily centered around retaliatory tariffs [39][41] - The report emphasizes the uncertainty surrounding how companies will adapt to these risks, with potential responses including halting production or seeking alternative markets [39][41] Monitoring Trade War Risks - The report introduces trade war trackers to monitor industrial production and payrolls in the most affected industries, providing a framework to assess ongoing impacts [44][47] - It suggests that the current high tariff rates could lead to unintended consequences, further risking GDP forecasts if not mitigated [43][44]