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Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the evolving financial conditions and potential new growth drivers for the global economy leading into 2026, highlighting the impact of changes in monetary policy, geopolitical factors, and domestic economic strategies in major economies like the US, Europe, and China [1][2][3]. Group 1: Financial Conditions and Economic Outlook - The US dollar index is expected to stabilize after a downward trend, influenced by factors such as limited room for further interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve and potential new economic policies in the US [1]. - Japan's recent interest rate hike to 0.75% marks the highest level in 30 years, which may increase the cost of carry trades and lead to a deleveraging of risk assets [2]. - Domestic interest rates in China are showing signs of change, with 10-year and 30-year government bond yields rising from 1.65% and 1.86% in June to 1.84% and 2.24% in December, respectively [2]. Group 2: Market Performance and Asset Rotation - In the third week of December, macro data reinforced expectations for US interest rate cuts, leading to a mixed performance in equity markets, with notable differentiation among sectors [4][5]. - The Nasdaq and S&P 500 indices showed divergent trends, with the Nasdaq up by 0.48% while the Dow Jones fell by 0.67% [5]. - The A-share market is experiencing accelerated rotation, with non-tech sectors beginning to realize their potential advantages, particularly in consumer finance [9]. Group 3: Commodity Pricing Dynamics - Commodity pricing is influenced by both forward-looking expectations of US interest rate cuts and current supply disruptions, with silver and base metals showing strong performance [6][7]. - Brent crude oil prices have faced downward pressure due to ongoing production increases from non-OPEC+ countries, despite a brief rebound [7]. - The gold-silver ratio has significantly decreased, indicating a relative increase in the attractiveness of gold compared to silver [6]. Group 4: Economic Data and Employment Trends - The US labor market remains resilient, with November non-farm payrolls showing strength, although the unemployment rate rose to 4.6% [12]. - Inflation data for November indicates a cooling trend, but potential distortions due to government shutdowns may affect the reliability of these figures [13][14]. - The European Central Bank has signaled a pause in interest rate cuts, indicating a longer duration of high rates, while the Bank of Japan's cautious approach to future rate hikes reflects a data-dependent strategy [15][16]. Group 5: Domestic Economic Indicators in China - China's economic indicators show a mixed picture, with retail sales expected to slightly decline in December due to high base effects, while industrial production is projected to slow down [18][19]. - The central bank's recent actions, including the resumption of 14-day reverse repos, indicate a focus on maintaining liquidity in the financial system [21][22]. - Infrastructure investment remains a key focus, with recent fiscal data showing weak spending, particularly in areas related to construction and community services [25][24]. Group 6: Growth in Cultural and Health Industries - The cultural, tourism, and health sectors in China have seen significant growth, with notable increases in sales revenue across various categories, including performing arts and health services [26][27]. - The silver economy is projected to reach a market size of approximately 7 trillion yuan by 2024, reflecting the increasing demand for services catering to the aging population [29].