财联社·2025-08-22 09:10Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the phenomenon of "deposit migration" in China, where residents are shifting their savings from banks to non-bank financial institutions and capital markets due to declining deposit interest rates and improving stock market performance [3][4][6]. Group 1: Reasons for Deposit Migration - The continuous decline in deposit interest rates is a significant factor driving deposit migration, as residents seek higher returns in capital markets [3][4]. - Historical patterns show that deposit migration has occurred multiple times since 2005, with low interest rates being a key driver, but capital market performance being the core motivator [3][4]. - As of 2022, the interest rates for savings accounts have dropped to 0.2%-0.3%, prompting residents to look for better investment opportunities [3][4]. Group 2: Potential Scale of Funds Released - Estimates suggest that the current round of deposit migration could release over 5 trillion yuan into the capital markets, based on excess savings and maturing deposits [6][7]. - Specifically, over 30 trillion yuan in excess savings has been accumulated since 2018, with 5 trillion yuan formed post-2022 likely to be more flexible for investment [7]. - By 2025, over 90 trillion yuan in deposits are expected to mature, with 5%-10% potentially seeking higher returns, translating to a possible outflow of 4.5 trillion to 9 trillion yuan [7]. Group 3: Impact on A-shares - The relationship between deposit migration and A-shares is complex, with historical data indicating that stock market performance often precedes significant deposit migration [8][10]. - Past trends show that deposit migration typically accelerates in the later stages of a bull market, suggesting caution as this could indicate a market peak [10]. - Current data indicates that the ratio of household deposits to total stock market value remains high, suggesting ample room for wealth reallocation into equities [10]. Group 4: Asset Allocation Trends - Initially, funds from deposit migration are expected to flow into stable assets such as bank wealth management products and money market funds, reflecting residents' risk aversion [11][12]. - Over time, as market conditions stabilize, a gradual shift towards equity assets is anticipated, supported by favorable policies and market performance [14][18]. - By 2025, it is projected that approximately 70% of the migrating funds will be allocated to stable assets, with 25% directed towards equities [12][14]. Group 5: Conditions for Future Deposit Migration - Four key conditions for a new round of deposit migration have been identified: declining deposit rates, liquidity expansion, emerging asset profitability, and supportive policies [15][17]. - Historical patterns indicate that deposit migration often follows a significant stock market rally, with a lag as residents confirm market trends [16][17]. - The current environment shows that all conditions for a potential new wave of deposit migration are in place, suggesting an increasing likelihood of funds flowing into the capital markets [17][18].