citic securities·2025-08-12 02:48Market Overview - A-shares showed strong performance on Monday, with the Shanghai Composite Index rising 0.34% to 3,647 points, and the Shenzhen Component Index increasing by 1.46%[18] - U.S. stocks retreated ahead of the inflation data release, with the Dow Jones down 0.45% to 43,975 points, and the S&P 500 declining 0.25% to 6,373 points[11] - European markets exhibited mixed results, with the Stoxx 600 index closing flat, while the UK FTSE 100 rose 0.23%[11] Commodity and Currency Insights - International gold prices fell over 2% after Trump confirmed no tariffs on imported gold, with New York gold futures down 2.5% to $3,353 per ounce[30] - Oil prices remained near two-month lows, reflecting market focus on the potential outcomes of U.S.-Russia talks regarding Ukraine[30] - The U.S. dollar index increased by 0.3% to 98.52, while the euro appreciated by 12.2% year-to-date against the dollar[29] Economic Indicators and Predictions - The upcoming U.S. CPI data is anticipated to influence market sentiment, with current expectations of a 58 basis point rate cut priced in for the year[33] - The global AI capital expenditure (CAPEX) is projected to grow by 64% in 2025 and 50% in 2026, driven by increased demand for computing power and favorable tax reforms[9] Sector Performance - In the U.S., 8 out of 11 S&P sectors declined, with the energy sector leading the losses at 0.79%[11] - In Hong Kong, the Hang Seng Index rose 0.19%, while the technology sector showed mixed results, with Meituan declining and Alibaba gaining nearly 2%[13] Notable Corporate Developments - Nvidia and AMD agreed to pay 15% of their AI chip sales revenue to the U.S. government to obtain export licenses, impacting their stock prices slightly downwards[11] - The Indian economy may face a potential $32 billion drop in annual exports if a 50% tariff becomes the norm, affecting various manufacturing sectors[26]