Market Performance - The Hang Seng Index (HSI) closed at 26,232, up 0.3% for the day and 2.3% year-to-date (YTD) [1] - The MSCI China index increased by 0.3%, with a YTD gain of 3.0% [1] - The KOSPI index showed a strong performance, rising 0.7% for the day and 8.8% YTD [1] Commodity Prices - Brent Crude oil prices rose to $63 per barrel, reflecting a 2.2% increase for the day and 4.1% YTD [2] - Gold prices reached $4,510 per ounce, up 0.7% for the day and 4.4% YTD [2] - Copper prices increased by 2.2% for the day, with a YTD gain of 4.6%, closing at $12,998 per ton [2] Economic Indicators - The US CPI YoY for December was reported at 2.7%, matching consensus expectations [3] - China's GDP YoY growth was recorded at 4.8%, slightly above the expected 4.5% [3] - The Core CPI in the US remained stable at 2.8% YoY, indicating consistent inflationary pressures [3] Sector Insights - H-share banking stocks are gaining attention from long-term investors, particularly in a low-interest-rate environment [8] - The H-share banking sector is expected to report positive gains in 2026, maintaining an OVERWEIGHT rating [9] - CIMC Enric's green methanol plant is projected to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 85%, tapping into a new market [12]
12月CPI继续改善，2026年温和上涨（i）
Bank of China Securities·2026-01-12 03:21