4月CPI环比由降转涨！恒生消费ETF(159699)高开逾1%，冲击2连阳

Economic Indicators - In April, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) shifted from a month-on-month decrease of 0.4% to an increase of 0.1%, while the year-on-year CPI fell by 0.1%, maintaining the same decline as the previous month [1] - The core CPI increased by 0.2% month-on-month and rose by 0.5% year-on-year, showing stable growth [1] - The Producer Price Index (PPI) decreased by 0.4% month-on-month and fell by 2.7% year-on-year, with the decline expanding by 0.2 percentage points compared to the previous month [1] Market Performance - On May 12, the Hang Seng Consumption Index (HSCGSI) surged by 1.06%, with notable increases in constituent stocks such as Quan Feng Holdings (+6.59%), Cha Baidao (+4.84%), and Guoquan (+4.51%) [1] - The Hang Seng Consumption ETF (159699) opened over 1% higher on May 12, with an average daily trading volume of 182 million yuan over the past month, ranking first among comparable funds [1] - The Hang Seng Consumption ETF has seen net inflows from leveraged funds for three consecutive days, with a peak single-day net inflow of 7.15 million yuan, bringing the latest financing balance to 14.76 million yuan [1] Financial Support for Consumption - The People's Bank of China (PBOC) announced a 500 billion yuan loan facility aimed at supporting consumption and elderly care, indicating a commitment to enhance financial support for these sectors [3] - The PBOC emphasized the importance of boosting consumption as a key goal of monetary policy, reflecting a structural shift towards enhancing consumer demand rather than merely increasing investment [4] Investment Opportunities - The Hang Seng Consumption ETF (159699) is positioned to benefit from new consumption stimulus policies and supports T+0 trading, focusing on four major sectors: food and beverages, textiles and apparel, household appliances, and tourism and leisure facilities [5] - The ETF includes leading consumer companies that complement the A-share market, featuring well-known domestic brands and emerging consumer firms, enhancing its attractiveness to investors [6] - The ETF is noted for its significant scale and flexibility, making it a prominent choice in the Hong Kong market for investors looking to capitalize on consumer trends [7]