每日机构分析：1月20日

Group 1 - The recent strengthening of the RMB is attributed to seasonal factors, with increased demand for currency exchange expected in December, leading to a typical appreciation of 0.5% and 0.8% against the USD in December and January respectively, with probabilities of 75% and 67% [1] - A survey by Bank of America indicates that global investor sentiment is at its highest since July 2021, with cash holdings dropping to a historical low of 3.2%, and 38% of respondents expecting economic growth, while concerns about recession are at a two-year low [2] - Lombard Odier strategists suggest that geopolitical risks, particularly related to US tariffs on European countries, may increase risk premiums, with gold expected to lead the market [3] Group 2 - Citigroup's Japan market head indicates that if the yen remains weak, the Bank of Japan may raise interest rates three times in 2026, potentially doubling the current rate, with a first increase expected if the USD/JPY rate exceeds 160 [3] - The Bank of Japan is anticipated to raise its economic growth forecast and signal readiness for further rate hikes due to yen depreciation and inflation risks, although specific timing for rate increases remains uncertain [3] - A weak 20-year Japanese government bond auction has led to further selling of Japanese bonds, with concerns over government fiscal conditions and potential increases in government spending regardless of the election outcome [4]