国泰海通晨报-20250804

Macro Insights - The July non-farm payroll data in the US fell short of expectations, with significant downward revisions for May and June, raising concerns about the quality of the data [2][3][24] - The divergence between non-farm payrolls and the unemployment rate is attributed to the impact of immigration policies, which have affected job creation but not significantly increased unemployment [3][24] - The Federal Reserve faces a dilemma between managing inflation and employment, with the July non-farm data likely insufficient to alter Powell's hawkish stance [3][24] Strategy Insights - The Chinese economy is undergoing a transformation, with a "transformation bull market" established, and the stock market is expected to reach new highs despite current adjustments [4][6] - Key drivers of the "transformation bull market" include economic transformation, systemic decline in risk-free returns, and accelerated capital market reforms [6][7] - The interest in fixed income products is decreasing as long-term bond yields drop below 2%, making equities more attractive [7] Consumption Trends - The Hong Kong stock market's new consumption sector has shown strong performance, driven by changing consumer preferences towards experiential and social consumption [10][11] - The current phase of the new consumption sector is characterized by a digestion of previous gains, but long-term macroeconomic support remains strong [11][13] - The shift in consumer behavior from mass consumption to personalized and rational consumption is expected to continue, with investment opportunities in trendy and personal care products [11][13] Investment Themes - Emerging technologies are seen as a primary investment theme, while cyclical financial sectors are viewed as potential dark horses [8] - Recommendations include stable and monopolistic sectors such as financials, as well as emerging growth sectors like internet, media, and innovative pharmaceuticals [8] - The competitive landscape for certain cyclical products is improving, with opportunities in non-ferrous metals, chemicals, and construction materials [8]