Jin Rong Jie·2025-05-09 00:10Group 1: Trade Relations and Economic Policies - The Ministry of Commerce of China reiterated its stance against the unilateral imposition of tariffs by the U.S., emphasizing the need for the U.S. to prepare for actions such as canceling these tariffs to facilitate negotiations [1] - The EU is considering imposing tariffs on U.S. goods worth €95 billion if negotiations fail, with proposed tariffs covering a range of products including aircraft, automobiles, and agricultural goods [2] - The UK and the U.S. have reached an agreement on tariff trade terms, with the UK making concessions on imports of U.S. food and agricultural products in exchange for reduced tariffs on UK car exports [5] Group 2: Financial Sector Developments - China Merchants Bank and CITIC Bank announced plans to establish financial asset investment companies, with China Merchants Bank committing to invest RMB 15 billion and CITIC Bank planning to invest RMB 10 billion [1] - The low interest margin is putting pressure on banks, indicating a necessary shift towards investment capabilities, which may drive future growth in the banking sector [1] Group 3: Semiconductor Industry Performance - SMIC reported a Q1 2025 net profit of $188 million, a 161.9% year-on-year increase, driven by higher wafer sales and changes in product mix [2] - The company expects a revenue decline of 4% to 6% in Q2, marking the end of nearly two years of consecutive quarterly revenue growth [2] Group 4: Market Reactions and Economic Indicators - U.S. stock markets rose collectively, with the Dow Jones increasing by 254.48 points (0.62%) and the Nasdaq by 189.98 points (1.07%), driven by the agreement on tariffs between the U.S. and the UK [6] - The British central bank lowered interest rates by 25 basis points to 4.25%, marking the fourth rate cut in the current cycle, reflecting a divided vote among committee members [3] Group 5: Emerging Technologies and Investments - Huawei launched its first HarmonyOS-powered computer, completing its full-scenario ecosystem, which may enhance its competitive position in the technology market [10] - A strategic partnership was formed for the procurement of 100 eVTOL aircraft, indicating a significant investment in the low-altitude economy, which is projected to develop into a trillion-dollar industry [10]