中信证券研究·2025-03-05 00:16Group 1: US Economic Outlook - The US PMI readings have shown a high level of economic activity since the beginning of the year, but the expansion trend may face obstacles in the first half of the year, potentially fluctuating around the lower end of the growth line [1] - The manufacturing PMI has not shown a trend recovery following the Federal Reserve's interest rate cuts, indicating a lack of significant demand rebound [1][2] - Export leading indicators such as South Korea's exports and the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index have shown signs of decline, suggesting potential challenges for the US economy [1][2] Group 2: Trade Policies and Tariffs - The recent tariff threats from Trump against Mexico, Canada, and China may have a manageable impact on China's exports and GDP, with estimated reductions of 3.3 percentage points and 0.36 percentage points respectively [3] - The market's tolerance for external disturbances is expected to increase as risk appetite improves, and Trump's focus remains on domestic policies rather than US-China tensions [3] - The new tariffs on Chinese imports are projected to reduce China's export growth by approximately 3 percentage points for the year 2025, particularly affecting textiles, toys, and footwear [6] Group 3: Industry-Specific Insights - The white liquor industry is currently in a bottoming phase, with expectations of a recovery driven by policy signals and improving demand, suggesting a potential upward cycle for leading brands [7] - The home furnishing sector is seeing improvements in demand, particularly in regions with flexible policies, but the recovery of the renovation market is still pending further policy support [9] - The wind power industry is expected to experience significant growth due to technological advancements and increased domestic demand, particularly in the blade manufacturing segment [18] Group 4: Market Trends and Investment Strategies - The current macroeconomic environment is conducive to a more sustained theme-driven market, with a focus on fundamental expectations rather than speculative trends [13] - The upcoming traditional peak season for the chemical industry is anticipated to provide investment opportunities, particularly in sectors with favorable supply-demand dynamics [19] - The textile and apparel sector is expected to see a recovery in 2025, driven by improved consumer sentiment and policy clarity, with several investment themes identified [24]