GUOTAI HAITONG SECURITIES·2025-11-10 12:53Macroeconomic Insights - Global asset performance shows mixed results, with the Hang Seng Index up 1.29% and the Shanghai Composite Index up 1.08%, while developed markets like the S&P 500 fell by 1.63%[6] - In October, the U.S. ISM Manufacturing PMI declined, indicating economic slowdown, while consumer confidence continued to drop according to the University of Michigan index[7] Inflation and Prices - October CPI in China rose by 0.2% year-on-year, while PPI decreased by 2.1%, indicating a stable inflation environment with core service prices reaching their highest level since March 2024[11] - The rise in core CPI is attributed to reduced food drag and increased service contributions, with gold prices significantly impacting jewelry costs[13] Trade and Exports - In October, China's exports fell by 1.1% year-on-year, while imports grew by 1.0%, leading to a slight decrease in trade surplus[16] - The export structure shows weakness in non-U.S. markets, particularly the EU, while exports to the U.S. and ASEAN remained strong[18] Investment Strategies - The asset allocation report suggests an overweight position in Chinese A-shares and industrial commodities, with equity allocation set at 45% and bonds at 45%[22] - The report emphasizes the importance of AI industry trends and the potential for volatility in global equity markets, recommending a focus on quality assets[23] Market Dynamics - The trading activity has decreased, with turnover rates and transaction volumes declining across indices, indicating a cautious market sentiment[28] - The report highlights a decrease in northbound capital flow, with a net outflow of 2.6 billion CNY in the recent week, reflecting investor sentiment shifts[34]