渤海证券研究所晨会纪要（2025.12.31）-20251231

Macro and Strategy Research - The core support for A-share performance in 2026 is expected to come from price stability rather than volume growth, with PPI showing signs of recovery in October and November 2025, indicating a potential narrowing of year-on-year declines in 2026 [3][4] - The "anti-involution" policy is anticipated to provide significant price support in 2025, with ongoing efforts to regulate capacity in key industries, which may stabilize prices and reduce the risk of PPI turning negative [4][5] - External factors, including potential interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, could positively influence PPI recovery and global commodity prices [5] Fixed Income Research - The report discusses how bond ETFs' premiums and discounts affect the underlying securities' prices, particularly during market adjustments, where investor confidence impacts ETF net asset values [6][7] - The liquidity of underlying assets is significantly affected during deep discounts, leading to increased market pressure and potential price discovery issues [8] - The report emphasizes the importance of understanding the relationship between ETF pricing and underlying bond performance, particularly in the context of market fluctuations and liquidity constraints [9] Industry Research - In the steel sector, demand is expected to weaken seasonally, leading to increased inventory pressure, while macroeconomic conditions remain supportive for price stability [19][21] - The copper market is facing supply constraints due to incidents at major mines, which may support prices despite weak demand; the sector is expected to benefit from increased demand in electric vehicles and infrastructure [22] - The aluminum industry is projected to see stable profits due to strict production limits and potential demand growth from new energy sectors, with the "anti-involution" policy expected to improve the supply landscape [22] - Gold prices are influenced by geopolitical risks and U.S. economic data, with long-term trends favoring gold as a hedge against economic instability [22] - The rare earth sector is poised for growth due to strategic export controls and increasing demand from high-tech industries, suggesting a positive outlook for related companies [23]