Mei Ri Jing Ji Xin Wen·2025-12-30 22:23Market Overview - US stock indices closed slightly lower, with the Nasdaq down 0.24%, Dow Jones down 0.2%, and S&P 500 down 0.14% [5] - Major tech stocks showed mixed performance, with Intel and Meta rising over 1%, while Tesla fell over 1% [5] - The Nasdaq Golden Dragon China Index decreased by 0.26%, with mixed results among Chinese concept stocks [5] Economic Data - The Federal Reserve's December meeting minutes indicated that most participants supported a rate cut, while some believed it was not appropriate [5] - Concerns remain regarding the labor market and inflation risks, with a general consensus on the need for careful decision-making [5] Commodity Prices - International oil prices declined, with WTI crude oil down 0.24% at $57.94 per barrel and Brent crude down 0.31% at $61.30 per barrel [6] - Precious metals rebounded, with spot gold up 0.39% at $4348.89 per ounce and silver significantly rising by 6.02% [6] Corporate Developments - Tesla announced the production of its 9 millionth electric vehicle at its Shanghai Gigafactory, reinforcing its leadership in the electric vehicle sector [17] - Zijin Mining International expects a significant increase in net profit for 2025, projecting a year-on-year growth of 212% to 233% [22] - Fat Dong Lai Group reported a sales figure of approximately 23.4 billion yuan for 2025, indicating steady growth in the retail sector [18] Regulatory Changes - The Chinese government announced a new VAT implementation regulation effective January 1, 2026, which includes tax exemptions for individuals selling homes after two years [8] - The Ministry of Commerce and other departments released guidelines for a vehicle trade-in subsidy program for 2026, offering up to 20,000 yuan for qualifying purchases [11] Technological Advancements - The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology published a digital transformation plan for the automotive industry, promoting the application of industrial internet and 5G technologies [12] - Harbin Institute of Technology and Boshi Co. achieved significant progress in humanoid robotics, marking advancements in core technology development [27]