中信证券：二季度经济有望延续较快增长

Core Viewpoint - In May, industrial and service sector production maintained rapid growth, with domestic consumption performing better than expected, while external demand slightly declined due to short-term factors [1] Group 1: Production and Demand Analysis - In May, the growth rate of industrial added value slightly decreased, primarily due to improved industrial production in late May following eased US-China negotiations [1] - The "618 shopping festival" and the policy of replacing old consumer goods significantly boosted the retail sales growth in May, although investment growth fell short of market expectations [1] Group 2: Economic Outlook - Looking ahead, the current easing of US-China relations following the Geneva Joint Statement suggests that the second quarter GDP is likely to achieve rapid growth [1] - Key variables to monitor in the second half of the year include the intensity of export shipments and the resilience of consumer spending [1] - Recent central government policies aimed at stabilizing employment, increasing income, and improving livelihoods, along with the anticipated implementation of policy financial tools, are expected to support the economy in the second half of the year [1]