安本投资：美联储降息周期下小盘股迎新机遇

Group 1 - The Federal Reserve is expected to initiate a new round of interest rate cuts, which may lead to a reallocation of international funds, particularly towards emerging markets like China [1] - The Chinese stock market has shown an upward trend, with various indices reaching new highs for the year [1] - Kirsty Desson, head of global small-cap stock investment at Aberdeen Investment, believes that the weak dollar cycle will benefit RMB assets, highlighting potential global investment targets in sectors like biotechnology, consumer applications, and AI in healthcare [1] Group 2 - Since 2025, small-cap stocks have outperformed large-cap stocks, with the Russell 2000 index rising 4.83% in the past month, compared to the S&P 500's 2.1% increase [2] - The MSCI global small-cap index has seen a cumulative increase of 3.67% over the past month and over 11% in three months [2] - Small-cap stocks represent about 15% of the global market capitalization but account for approximately 70% of the total number of listed companies globally [2] Group 3 - The large number of small-cap stocks across various industries provides abundant opportunities for global investors, but selecting quality stocks remains a challenge [3] - The investment philosophy focuses on three key aspects: quality, growth, and momentum [3] - High-quality small-cap stocks can be assessed based on competitive advantages, management capabilities, and financial stability [3] Group 4 - Small-cap stocks are generally more sensitive to interest rate changes, with historical data indicating that they tend to outperform large-cap stocks during the early stages of a rate-cutting cycle [4] Group 5 - There has been a continuous increase in net inflows into emerging market equity funds this year, with a significant rise in funds allocated to Chinese stocks [5] - The A-share market has shown a strong upward trend, with high trading volumes and record inflows from foreign investors [5] Group 6 - The current scale of the Chinese market is relatively small, and many foreign investors are still unfamiliar with it [6] - The shift in global investment patterns from dollar-dominated assets to emerging markets, particularly China, is expected to continue [6] - The "Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect" and "Shenzhen-Hong Kong Stock Connect" have provided effective platforms for foreign investors, enhancing their understanding of the Asian market [6] Group 7 - External factors such as the weakening dollar and geopolitical tensions are prompting investors to reassess their asset allocation strategies [7] - Internal factors like policy adjustments, liquidity improvements, and stronger economic fundamentals are expected to support the Chinese market [7] - The valuation of the A-share market remains attractive, with the CSI 300 index's price-to-earnings ratio around 14 times, still below its five-year average [7] Group 8 - The Chinese capital market is witnessing a revaluation in sectors such as biotechnology, consumer applications, and AI in healthcare [7] - The focus on domestic demand and self-sufficiency is becoming increasingly clear, with innovative Chinese companies, including promising small-cap firms, emerging in the capital market [7] Group 9 - There is an expectation for further favorable policies that will provide more signals regarding growth priorities and consumer orientation, which will bolster market confidence and predictability of corporate earnings [8]