Group 1: Economic Indicators - The manufacturing PMI for May is 49.5%, up 0.5 percentage points from the previous month, indicating a recovery in market confidence post the China-US Geneva trade talks[13] - The new orders index for manufacturing PMI is 49.8%, an increase of 0.6 percentage points, but still below the expansion threshold[16] - The production index for manufacturing PMI is 50.7%, reflecting a 0.9 percentage point increase, indicating a return to the expansion zone[19] Group 2: Supply and Demand Dynamics - There is a widening supply-demand gap, with the difference between new orders and production PMI at -0.9%, indicating increasing pressure on PPI, which is estimated to decline by 3.4% year-on-year in May[20][22] - Effective demand remains insufficient, constraining economic recovery, with short-term production, investment, and consumption expected to contract[31] - The non-manufacturing business activity index is at 50.3%, slightly down by 0.1 percentage points, but still indicates expansion, supported by the construction and service sectors[25] Group 3: Policy and Market Outlook - The report suggests a cautious market strategy driven by orders, with corporate profitability likely under pressure due to insufficient effective demand and external uncertainties[31] - Investment opportunities are highlighted in high-dividend stocks and industry leaders benefiting from policy incentives, particularly in cross-border tourism and consumption[33] - The upcoming July meeting of the Central Political Bureau is noted as a critical observation point for potential policy adjustments in response to external pressures[33]
5月制造业生产活力提升,稳需求政策发力空间打开
China Post Securities·2025-06-03 08:37