Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-08-21 01:32Core Viewpoint - The chief economist and director of the research institute, Wen Bin, indicates that recent data shows a certain setback in the recovery of the real economy since July, necessitating continued macro policy support [1] Economic Indicators - Several indicators since July have shown a decline in retail sales growth, ongoing pressure on real estate investment, and a need for increased credit demand [1] - External demand faces uncertainties that have not yet been fully resolved, suggesting the need for further macroeconomic policy adjustments [1] Policy Recommendations - The necessity for maintaining a stable and continuous policy approach is emphasized, with monetary policy expected to remain supportive [1] - Wen Bin suggests that structural policies can more effectively target issues, avoid fund misallocation, and enhance the activation of deposits [1] Interest Rate Outlook - The timing for potential further reductions in reserve requirement ratios (RRR) and interest rates may be postponed, along with the timing for adjustments to the Loan Prime Rate (LPR) [1]