月度中国宏观洞察：7月实体经济数据走弱，对政策刺激有何期待？-20250829

Trade Relations - The US-China tariff truce has been extended for another 90 days, reducing short-term tariff risks, with a 70% probability of maintaining the current status[1] - The average tariff rate imposed by the US on China has increased from 51.8% in May to 54.9% in August due to additional tariffs on steel and aluminum products[7] - There is a 25% chance that the US-China trade conflict may escalate in the coming months[9] Economic Data - July's economic data showed a continued decline, with retail sales growth slowing down, particularly in the automotive and home appliance sectors[14] - Fixed asset investment growth fell to 1.6%, the lowest since October 2020, indicating significant challenges in consumption and investment[19] - Exports in July exceeded expectations, suggesting a potentially better outlook for the remainder of the year, although the overall trend remains downward[27] Policy Outlook - The government is expected to introduce an additional fiscal support of 0.5 to 1.0 trillion yuan, with implementation possibly starting by the end of September[51] - Recent fiscal policies focus on accelerating government bond issuance and implementing measures to stimulate domestic demand[43] - Monetary policy adjustments, including potential interest rate cuts, are anticipated by the end of September, contingent on economic performance and external factors[53] Real Estate Market - Real estate investment continues to face downward pressure, with July showing a significant decline in both property sales and prices[24] - Recent policy changes in major cities aim to optimize housing purchase regulations, indicating a new round of support for the real estate sector[55]