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Core Viewpoint - The real estate market in China continues to experience a downward adjustment, but signs of stabilization are emerging after four years of decline, with a notable reduction in the year-on-year decline rates for sales, new construction, and price indices [2][3]. Sales Performance - In 2025, new home sales reached 881 million square meters, a year-on-year decrease of 8.7%, while residential sales were 733 million square meters, down 9.2%. This marks a significant improvement compared to the 12.9% decline in 2024 [2]. - The total sales amount for new homes was 8.39 trillion yuan, down 12.6% year-on-year, with residential sales at 7.33 trillion yuan, a decrease of 13.0% [2][3]. - The decline in sales amount is greater than the decline in sales area, indicating developers are adopting a "price reduction promotion" strategy, with the average price of new homes dropping by 4.1% [3]. Development Activity - New construction area for homes in 2025 was 588 million square meters, down 20.4% year-on-year, with residential new construction at approximately 430 million square meters, a decrease of 19.8% [3][4]. - The reduction in new construction reflects a proactive approach to "de-inventory" in response to the adjustments in sales [4]. Inventory and Supply - The growth of new home inventory has slowed significantly, with a year-on-year increase of only 1.6% in 2025, compared to an average annual growth of 13.4% from 2022 to 2024 [4]. - The reduction in inventory is attributed to both proactive de-inventory efforts by the industry and market self-adjustment, which helps stabilize market expectations [4]. Price Trends - The price index for new homes and second-hand homes in 70 cities fell by 3.0% and 6.1% respectively in 2025, with declines significantly smaller than those in 2024 [4]. - The stabilization of prices is crucial for the housing market, influenced by the "control increment" policy and structural reforms in supply [4]. Investment Trends - Real estate development investment decreased by 17.2% in 2025, reflecting a transition from rapid urbanization to a more stable phase of urban development [5]. - The decline in investment is seen as a natural progression, with potential for revitalizing existing stock to open new opportunities in the industry [5][6]. Stock Market Dynamics - Approximately 30% of existing homes are over 20 years old, indicating a significant demand for upgrades and renovations in the stock market [6]. - The increase in transactions of second-hand homes, particularly in mid-to-low price segments, reflects a shift in demand and supports a positive market cycle [6].