广发证券：美线涨价或是短期阶段性机会 亚洲集装箱贸易长周期保持较高景气

Group 1 - The core viewpoint is that the recent price increase in the US shipping market is likely a short-term opportunity, while long-term trends indicate a sustained demand-supply imbalance in Asian container trade due to low supply pressure for vessels under 4000 TEU over the next three years [1] - The report highlights that the US has already experienced a minor preemptive stockpiling before the tariff adjustments, leading to a concentrated demand for shipments following the tariff reduction on May 12 [1][2] - The current surge in shipping rates is attributed to a temporary mismatch in supply and demand, with the logistics system operating smoothly and port efficiency having improved significantly [2] Group 2 - Increased uncertainty and geopolitical risks are leading to a more fragmented trade landscape, with a noticeable shift in trade relationships post the 2018 US-China trade tensions [3] - China's outbound direct investment reached $177.29 billion in 2023, marking an 8.7% year-on-year increase, with a significant portion directed towards Asian markets [3] - The investment strategy is shifting from acquisitions to greenfield investments, which may enhance trade in intermediate goods between China and these regions [3]