Economic Overview - The US second quarter GDP was revised up to an annualized growth rate of 3.8%, significantly higher than the previous estimate of 3.3%, driven by strong consumer spending and a decline in imports[14] - Initial jobless claims in the US fell to 218,000, the lowest level since July, indicating resilience in the labor market[14] - The core PCE price index rose by 2.9% year-on-year in August, suggesting persistent inflation pressures[14] Market Reactions - US stock markets experienced a decline in the first three trading days of the week, but improved sentiment on Friday resulted in a mixed performance, with Intel shares rising nearly 20% due to potential investment news[12] - The 10-year US Treasury yield increased to 4.18%, reflecting the impact of strong economic data on bond markets[12] Policy Developments - The Trump administration announced new tariffs ranging from 25% to 100% on imports of building materials, furniture, and patented drugs, effective October 1[11] - The People's Bank of China emphasized the implementation of a moderately loose monetary policy and proposed new tools to stabilize capital markets[13] Sector Performance - In China, industrial profits for large enterprises increased by 0.9% year-on-year in the first eight months, with August showing a significant turnaround with a 20.4% increase[13] - The A-share and Hong Kong markets showed structural opportunities, particularly in technology and growth sectors, despite overall cautious trading ahead of the National Day holiday[15] Global Market Trends - Global stock indices displayed mixed performance, with European and Japanese markets showing strength while US and Chinese markets faced corrections[9] - Commodity prices generally rose, with natural gas and oil prices rebounding due to geopolitical factors and supply-demand expectations[9] Investment Strategy - A multi-asset FOF portfolio is recommended with a 60% allocation to equities, 30% to fixed income, and 10% to commodities, achieving an annualized return of 41.55%[8] - Investors are advised to focus on 10-year US Treasuries as a stable investment during the current interest rate cycle[47]
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