宏观深度报告：人民币汇率再审视

Group 1: RMB Exchange Rate Trends - Since August 25, 2025, the RMB has experienced a smooth appreciation trend, ending a previous three-week narrow fluctuation[6] - The RMB exchange rate is expected to remain above 7 for the year, with significant appreciation dependent on the stability of the Chinese economy and high-quality development[3] - The RMB has a considerable "rebound" potential, contingent on the pace of the decline in the US-China interest rate differential[7] Group 2: Market Influences - Recent adjustments in the RMB central parity rate are primarily driven by a weakening US dollar, aligning with normal pricing mechanisms[17] - The RMB's relative weakness against the US dollar reflects the impact of the second round of US-China trade disputes, with a maximum depreciation of 9.2% noted[9] - The RMB's exchange rate is closely related to the US-China interest rate differential, with a significant correlation observed since 2022[14] Group 3: Capital Flow Dynamics - Positive changes in cross-border capital flows are noted, including a sustained high trade surplus and a slowdown in China's outward direct investment[43] - The average monthly trade surplus in foreign exchange payments increased from $33.9 billion to $70.7 billion, indicating a doubling effect[27] - The shift from "currency hoarding" to "currency settlement" among foreign trade enterprises has catalyzed RMB appreciation, with the critical threshold around 7[30] Group 4: Risk Factors - Risks include the potential underperformance of growth stabilization policies, deterioration in US-China trade negotiations, and unexpected resilience in the US economy[2] - The RMB's appreciation may face challenges if the market's expectations for its stability do not solidify, particularly around the 7 mark[41]