国泰海通｜宏观：假期期间：海外大事件与全球大类资产

Core Insights - The article highlights the increasing volatility in the international political and economic landscape during the recent holiday period, with significant events in the U.S., Japan, France, and the Middle East impacting global markets [1][4]. Group 1: U.S. Economic Situation - The U.S. government has entered a shutdown due to a stalemate between the two parties over temporary funding and healthcare subsidies, marking the first shutdown in seven years. Predictions indicate a 75% chance of the shutdown lasting over 15 days [8]. - Recent economic indicators, including ADP employment and PMI data, have fallen short of market expectations, reinforcing the likelihood of consecutive interest rate cuts. The probability of a 25 basis point cut in October is at 94.6% and 83.4% for December [8][4]. Group 2: International Political Developments - In Japan, Fumio Kishida has been elected as the new president of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, potentially becoming the first female Prime Minister. Kishida is expected to continue the "Abenomics" approach, focusing on aggressive fiscal and monetary policies [8]. - In France, the resignation of Prime Minister Élisabeth Borne highlights growing fiscal risks, with France's budget deficit projected to be the highest in the Eurozone for 2024 and government debt at 113% of GDP, significantly above the EU's 60% threshold [8]. - The ongoing ceasefire negotiations in Gaza face significant challenges, with substantial divisions among parties involved, indicating continued uncertainty in the Middle East [8]. Group 3: Global Asset Performance - During the holiday period from September 30 to October 7, 2025, global asset prices showed mixed results. The Nikkei 225 rose by 6.72%, emerging market stocks increased by 2.17%, and developed market stocks rose by 0.80%. The S&P 500 saw a modest increase of 0.39% [3]. - Commodity prices exhibited a mixed trend, with COMEX copper rising by 4.38% and London gold increasing by 3.28%, while IPE Brent crude futures fell by 1.98% [3].