中信证券：预计二季度社融增速将保持稳健

Core Viewpoint - CITIC Securities expects the growth rate of social financing (社融) to remain stable in the second quarter, driven by low base effects from last year's government bond issuance and credit demand [1] Social Financing - In April, the growth rate of social financing continued to rise, primarily due to the low base from last year's government bond issuance and credit demand [1] - The net financing amount of government bonds in April last year was the lowest since the inclusion of government bonds in social financing statistics [1] - April is typically a small month for social financing and credit, necessitating further observation to determine financing demand [1] Credit Market - Credit rhythm experienced a temporary decline due to pre-quarter lending and the traditional small month for credit [1] - Demand for certain types of loans, particularly mortgages, weakened, compounded by external tariff factors affecting corporate financing needs [1] Deposit Trends - M1 growth rate weakened again and fell below market expectations, indicating that consumer spending and corporate investment willingness have not significantly improved [1] - The private sector's motivation to increase leverage remains weak, suggesting a need for further policy guidance [1] Future Outlook - Despite the negative impact of tariffs on the economy, the combination of a loose monetary environment and accelerated fiscal efforts is expected to support stable growth in social financing in the second quarter [1]