智通财经网·2025-11-03 06:19Core Viewpoint - Shipping stocks experienced a collective rise, driven by positive developments in US-China trade relations, which are expected to boost the shipping market and increase freight rates [1] Group 1: Stock Performance - Shipping stocks such as Seaspan International (01308) rose by 6.85% to HKD 30.58, Pacific Shipping (02343) increased by 4.67% to HKD 2.69, China COSCO Shipping (01919) gained 2.82% to HKD 13.87, and Orient Overseas International (00316) went up by 1.86% to HKD 137 [1] Group 2: US-China Trade Relations - On October 30, the leaders of the US and China held a meeting to discuss economic and trade relations, agreeing to enhance cooperation in these areas [1] - The US will cancel the 10% tariff on fentanyl and will continue to suspend the 24% reciprocal tariff for another year, which is expected to alleviate trade friction and promote global economic stability [1] Group 3: Market Outlook - The shipping market is supported by positive news, leading to increased booking activity and rising freight rates [1] - It is anticipated that US-China maritime trade will quickly recover, particularly in container exports from China to the US and imports of bulk commodities such as grain, oil, and natural gas from the US to China [1]