Orient Securities·2026-02-25 08:42Group 1: Market Trends - Global risk appetite has increased, with major assets like gold and oil rising in tandem, while equity assets are recovering[10] - A-shares have shown a 2.85% increase year-to-date, with the CSI 300 index up 0.66%[11] - The CSI 500 index has risen by 11.17% year-to-date, indicating strong performance among mid-cap stocks[11] Group 2: Economic Indicators - In January 2026, social financing increased by CNY 165.4 billion year-on-year, a significant improvement from a decrease of CNY 646.2 billion in December 2025[21] - The unemployment rate in the U.S. decreased from 4.4% to 4.3%, with non-farm payrolls adding 130,000 jobs, exceeding expectations[16] - High-frequency data during the Spring Festival showed a 12.3% increase in cross-regional travel compared to the previous year, reaching a historical high of 35.3 million trips[20] Group 3: Geopolitical Risks - The probability of conflict between the U.S. and Iran has risen, with market expectations indicating a higher likelihood of escalation before March 2026[15] - U.S. tariff issues are causing uncertainty, with a recent Supreme Court ruling potentially halting many tariffs imposed by the previous administration[16] Group 4: Investment Outlook - Domestic demand remains stable post-Spring Festival, benefiting Chinese assets as risk evaluations improve[23] - The Federal Reserve's interest rate cut expectations have been postponed, leading to a likely period of consolidation for the U.S. dollar, U.S. Treasuries, and precious metals until employment data clarifies trends[23]