Market Overview - The Hang Seng Index rose 1.74% and the Hang Seng Tech Index increased by 3.08% on the first trading day of May [1] - Despite a seemingly positive outlook for US stocks, there was a significant outflow of $8.9 billion from the US stock market, marking the largest outflow since December 2023 [1] - The US Chamber of Commerce urged the Trump administration to implement a tariff exemption mechanism to prevent economic recession and harm to small businesses [1] Trade Relations - The Chinese Ministry of Commerce noted a shift in the US stance regarding tariff negotiations, indicating a willingness to engage in talks [2] - The FTSE China A50 index futures reacted positively, rising over 0.9%, and the offshore RMB appreciated significantly against the USD [2] - New tariff adjustments confirmed that auto parts from Canada and Mexico will be exempt from a 25% tariff starting May 3 [2] Automotive Sector - Xpeng Motors reported a record delivery of over 30,000 vehicles for six consecutive months, with specific models achieving significant sales milestones [3] - Leap Motor's delivery volume for April reached 41,039 units, a 173% year-on-year increase, leading to a stock price increase of over 7% [3] - Xiaomi's automotive division also saw a rise in deliveries, contributing to a stock increase of over 6% [3] Technology Sector - Major US tech companies like Meta, Microsoft, and Apple reported strong earnings, unaffected by tariff issues, and reaffirmed aggressive AI investment plans [4] - The upcoming US non-farm payroll report is anticipated to influence market expectations regarding Federal Reserve interest rate decisions [4] - President Trump's recent sanctions on countries purchasing oil from Iran are viewed as a bargaining chip rather than a definitive policy change [4] Berkshire Hathaway - Berkshire Hathaway's annual shareholder meeting is set to take place, where Warren Buffett will discuss market perspectives and investment strategies, including significant cash reserves [5] Nuclear Energy Development - There is a global surge in the development of small modular reactors (SMRs) driven by climate change initiatives and demand for clean energy [6] - China's advancements in SMR technology are notable, with significant projects like the BEST project aimed at demonstrating fusion energy generation [6] Company Performance - China State Construction International reported a 5.5% year-on-year revenue increase in Q1 2025, with a notable rise in technology-related income [7] - The company’s new contract value decreased by 29.1% year-on-year, but adjusted figures show a strong performance when excluding high baseline effects from previous major projects [8] - The technology segment's revenue contribution increased to 20%, indicating a positive trend in the company's business model and market positioning [8]