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美国贸易逆差创纪录收窄,多地家电“国补”暂停 | 财经日日评
吴晓波频道·2025-06-07 00:47

Group 1: Global Manufacturing PMI - The global manufacturing PMI for May is 49.2%, indicating a slight increase of 0.1 percentage points from the previous month, but it remains below the expansion threshold for three consecutive months, reflecting weak economic momentum [1] - In Asia, the manufacturing PMI returned to the expansion zone at 50.4%, while the Americas, Africa, and Europe remain in contraction [1] - The US manufacturing PMI for May is 48.5%, down 0.2 percentage points from the previous month, marking a four-month decline [2][1] Group 2: US Trade Deficit - The US trade deficit in April narrowed significantly by 55.5% to $61.6 billion, the lowest level in 2023, reversing the trend of widening deficits seen in the first quarter [3] - Imports fell by a record 16.3% in April, while exports increased by 3%, indicating a shift in trade dynamics due to tariff policies [3] - The trade deficit with China decreased to $19.7 billion, the lowest since March 2020, while deficits with Canada and Mexico also shrank [3] Group 3: European Central Bank Actions - The European Central Bank (ECB) announced a 25 basis point cut in key interest rates, marking the eighth rate cut since June of the previous year, with the main refinancing rate now at 2% [5] - Eurozone inflation rates have decreased, with the harmonized CPI for May falling to 1.9%, the first time below 2% since September 2024 [5] - The ECB signaled a potential end to the rate-cutting cycle, as economic conditions stabilize and inflation pressures ease [6][5] Group 4: Domestic Appliance Subsidy Adjustments - Several regions in China have suspended or adjusted the "national subsidy" for replacing old appliances due to the depletion of available funds [8] - The subsidy program has been popular among residents, but its recent suspension may be a temporary measure as new funding is being planned [9] - The impact of the subsidy on stimulating domestic demand has been significant, but broader recovery in consumer spending is still needed [9] Group 5: Didi's Financial Performance - Didi reported a revenue of 53.26 billion yuan for Q1 2025, an 8.5% increase year-on-year, with a net profit of 2.36 billion yuan, up 188.14% from the previous year [10] - The total order volume for Didi's domestic ride-hailing services increased by 10.3% year-on-year, while international orders grew by 24.9% [10] - The improvement in profitability is attributed to higher order volumes and a reduction in losses from overseas operations [11][10] Group 6: Precious Metals Price Surge - Silver prices have surged past $36, reaching the highest level since February 2012, while platinum prices also hit a two-year high at $1,154.73 per ounce [12] - Over the past year, silver and platinum have increased by 19% and 13%, respectively, while gold has risen by 42% [12] - The price increases are linked to industrial demand, with silver being crucial for solar panels and platinum used in automotive catalysts [12] Group 7: Market Overview - The stock market experienced mixed performance, with the Shanghai Composite Index closing at 3,385.36 points, up 0.04%, while the Shenzhen Component Index fell by 0.19% [17] - Market activity was characterized by a lack of clear direction, with various sectors showing both gains and losses [17] - The recent market movements are influenced by expectations of future policy support and ongoing trade negotiations [18]