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策略深度报告:如何看待特朗普TACO交易?

Core Insights - The "TACO trade" has significantly influenced asset pricing and volatility since Trump's inauguration in January 2025, with a notable convergence in the contribution of fundamental data such as inflation and employment to asset pricing [1] - During Trump's pressure phase, it is advisable to buy safe-haven assets like gold and bonds, while sectors such as agriculture in A-shares, healthcare in Hong Kong, and utilities in the US stock market have shown relative stability [1] - In the retreat phase, equity assets are favored, with A-share financial and technology sectors performing better [1] - The current key risk overseas is the slow pace of Federal Reserve rate cuts, which raises concerns about the sustainability of US fiscal policy [1] TACO Trade Strategy Cases - Case I highlights the liquidity shock to global capital markets from reciprocal tariffs [2] - Case II discusses Trump's tariff pressure on the EU and its market implications [2] - Case III examines the interplay of interests between Musk and Trump, showcasing the TACO trade's dynamics [2] Deep Reasons for TACO Trade - The TACO trade stems from Trump's negotiation strategy of "seeking the upper hand" [3] - The Trump administration aims to balance multiple objectives in negotiations [3] - Non-US economies like China have gained more negotiating power [3] Asset-Level Review of TACO Trade - In the first half (January 13 - April 7), the market experienced a "stagflation trade" with US stocks declining, US bonds rising, and non-US currencies strengthening [4][23] - The second half (April 8 - July 4) saw a rebound in US stocks, with the Nasdaq rising 32% and the S&P 500 recovering significantly [4][24] Equity Sector Review of TACO Trade - In the first half, defensive sectors in A-shares outperformed, while technology and healthcare in Hong Kong showed strong performance [5][27] - In the second half, financial and military sectors in A-shares excelled, with Hong Kong's financial, healthcare, energy, and new consumption sectors also performing well [5][32] TACO Trade Outlook - The domestic equity market is expected to be "self-reliant," with recommendations to focus on banks as a stabilizing force and to balance investments in brokerages, military, and TMT sectors [6] - Globally, the trend of "de-dollarization" is anticipated to slow down, with a focus on rebalancing dollar asset allocations [6] - The potential for a "Buy The Dip" strategy remains effective, but caution is advised regarding the risk of stagflation [6]