Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the article is that the Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates three times this year, each by 25 basis points, aligning with previous expectations [1] - The "rate cut trade" in the U.S. stock market is anticipated to become clearer, with a focus on "catch-up" trading logic dominating the market [1] - Similar to the "rate cut trade" in July 2024, sectors sensitive to interest rates such as Russell 2000, S&P 500 Real Estate, and Nasdaq Biotechnology are expected to experience upward trends [1] Group 2 - The market's expectations for the Federal Reserve's rate cuts are still somewhat distant from the company's views, suggesting a potential for slight declines in U.S. Treasury yields and the U.S. dollar index [1] - Powell's dovish remarks and a weaker dollar are expected to boost global equity market risk appetite [1] - The anticipated rate cuts are likely to support gold prices, although there is a caution regarding potential negative impacts from a possible agreement between Russia and Ukraine [1]

Core Viewpoint - The report from CITIC Securities indicates that Powell's speech at the Jackson Hole central bank summit aligns with previous expectations, emphasizing the downside risks in the labor market and reiterating the view from the July meeting that "tariff inflation is transitory," paving the way for rate cuts in September [1] Monetary Policy - The Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates three times this year, each by 25 basis points [1] - The Fed has abandoned the average inflation targeting framework, returning to a flexible inflation targeting approach, and has modified its language to emphasize attention to "dual" labor market risks [1] Market Implications - Following Powell's dovish remarks, the main theme of "rate cut trades" in the U.S. stock market has been clarified, with a "catch-up" trading logic expected to dominate the upcoming market [1] - Similar to the "rate cut trades" in July 2024, sectors sensitive to interest rates such as Russell 2000, S&P 500 Real Estate, and Nasdaq Biotechnology may experience upward trends again [1] Currency and Bond Market - There remains a gap between market expectations for two rate cuts by the Fed and the company's forecast of three cuts, suggesting slight downward potential for U.S. Treasury yields and the dollar index [1] Global Equity Market - Powell's dovish comments and a weaker U.S. dollar are expected to boost risk appetite in global equity markets [1] Gold Market - The expectation of rate cuts is likely to support gold prices, although caution is advised regarding potential negative impacts from a possible agreement between Russia and Ukraine [1]

Fixed Income - Economic pressure is expected to rise in the second half of the year, with a focus on the bond market as a favorable investment opportunity. The current economic recovery is influenced by price adjustments, and the "anti-involution" policy has become a priority. The overall CPI and PPI improvements were below expectations in July, indicating a potential shift in economic growth momentum and income distribution structure [2][7][10] - The 10Y government bond yield is projected to fluctuate between 1.6% and 1.8% in the second half of the year, with current yields around 1.75%, presenting a favorable price-performance ratio. The report suggests a bullish outlook on long-duration municipal and capital bonds, as well as specific bank perpetual bonds [10][14] Nutritional Functional Food Industry - The nutritional functional food market in China is rapidly developing, with a market size projected to grow from CNY 233.1 billion in 2024 to CNY 349.9 billion by 2029, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.5%. The overall market for nutritional health foods is expected to reach CNY 522.3 billion in 2024 and CNY 720.3 billion by 2029, with a CAGR of 6.6% [16][17] - Key players in the nutritional functional food sector include Kangbiter (brand operator), Wuxi Jinghai (raw material supplier), and Hengmei Health (contract manufacturer), indicating a well-structured industry chain [17] Pharmaceutical Industry - The pharmaceutical index increased by 3.08%, outperforming the CSI 300 index by 0.7%. Companies such as Sino Medical, Innovation Medical, and Guangsheng Tang saw significant stock price increases, indicating a broadening market trend in the pharmaceutical sector [26][27] - The report highlights the potential of tri-antibody therapies in cancer immunotherapy, with specific attention on Shanghai Yizhong's YXC-001 and other combinations, suggesting a promising future for these treatments [28][29] Metals and New Materials - The rare earth market is experiencing price increases, particularly for praseodymium and neodymium oxides, driven by improved export volumes. The price of tungsten concentrate has also surpassed CNY 200,000 per ton due to supply constraints and rising demand [21][22] - The report notes that the controlled nuclear fusion industry is accelerating towards commercialization, with significant opportunities for upstream materials suppliers [24] Public Utilities and Environmental Protection - The demand for Solid Oxide Fuel Cells (SOFC) is expected to rise, particularly in data center applications, presenting opportunities for domestic companies to expand internationally. The report emphasizes the importance of companies that supply upstream equipment and materials for SOFC [20][21] - Shaan Energy's new project in Guangdong aims to integrate power generation and data center operations, which is expected to enhance the company's growth prospects in the context of increasing green energy demand [5][6]

Economic Indicators - The US July PPI increased by 3.3% year-on-year, exceeding the expected 2.5%, and rose by 0.9% month-on-month, significantly above the expected 0.2%[3] - The CME model indicates a 90% probability of a 25 basis point rate cut in September, despite the recent PPI data[3] Market Reactions - The US-Russia talks have not reached a significant agreement, with limited market impact expected; historical context suggests that a ceasefire typically requires one side to have a decisive advantage[3] - Oil prices (both WTI and Brent) experienced a decline following the talks, reflecting the market's muted response[3] Investment Strategies - Focus on the interest rate cut trade, with potential for further pricing in as the Fed's internal divisions remain[3] - Consider small-cap growth stocks like XBI under the interest rate cut theme, and stocks with improved fundamentals such as UnitedHealth, which was heavily bought by Berkshire Hathaway in Q2[3] Risks - Potential for overseas inflation to rebound beyond expectations, which could lead to tighter liquidity from central banks and impact equity market valuations[3] - Global economic slowdown risks, particularly if the US economy shows signs of weakening, could negatively affect market conditions[3] - Escalation of geopolitical tensions, particularly in regions like the Middle East or Ukraine, could heighten market volatility and risk aversion[3]

Market Overview - A-shares opened lower but closed higher, with the Shanghai Composite Index rising 0.83% to 3,696 points, and the Shenzhen Component Index increasing 1.6%, reaching a new high for the year[18] - The Hang Seng Index and the Hang Seng China Enterprises Index both fell by 0.98%, primarily dragged down by technology and banking stocks[13] - U.S. stock indices showed mixed performance, with the Dow Jones up 0.08% to 44,946 points, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq fell by 0.29% and 0.40%, respectively[11] Economic Indicators - U.S. retail sales in July increased by 0.5%, with June's growth revised up to 0.9%[30] - The Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index unexpectedly dropped from 62 to 58.6, indicating concerns over inflation[30] - China's July retail sales growth slowed, influenced by extreme weather and a decline in manufacturing and real estate investment[6] Commodity and Forex Market - International oil prices fell over 1%, with NYMEX crude oil down 1.8% to $62.8 per barrel[28] - The U.S. dollar index decreased by 0.4%, reflecting a year-to-date decline of 9.8%[27] - The euro appreciated against the dollar, rising 0.5% to 1.170, with a year-to-date increase of 13.0%[27] Fixed Income Market - Long-term European government bonds saw significant declines, with Germany's 30-year bond yield rising 8 basis points to 3.35%, the highest since 2011[30] - U.S. Treasury yields also increased, with the 10-year yield up 3 basis points to 4.32%[30] - The market anticipates a 83% probability of a 25 basis point rate cut by the Federal Reserve in September[30]

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Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the articles indicates a significant decline in the trading activity of 30-year Treasury futures, which were once highly favored in the bond market, due to a shift in investor sentiment towards equities and commodities [2][5][8] - The "stock-bond seesaw" effect is evident, with the stock and commodity markets gaining strength while the bond market remains under pressure, leading to a reallocation of funds away from long-term bonds [3][4][5] - The overall bond market is experiencing a weak performance, particularly in long-term bonds, with the yield curve steepening and short-term yields outperforming long-term yields [4][7] Group 2 - The trading volume and open interest in long-term Treasury futures have been rising since the beginning of 2023, but the recent market dynamics have led to a decrease in their attractiveness as investors shift focus to commodities [5][6] - Institutional investors, including banks and insurance companies, are facing challenges in the current market environment, leading to a cautious approach towards increasing their positions in the bond market [7][8] - Future recovery in bond market sentiment is expected to take time, with potential signals being a decrease in risk appetite and an increase in interest rate cut expectations [8]

海外宏观 2025 年 8 月 17 日 海外宏观周报 美国通胀数据喜忧交织 证券分析师 | 张璐 | 投资咨询资格编号 | | --- | --- | | | S1060522100001 | | | ZHANGLU150@pingan.com.cn | 范城恺 投资咨询资格编号 S1060523010001 FANCHENGKAI146@pingan.com.cn 平安观点： 证 券 研 究 报 告 全球大类资产。截至 8 月 15 日当周，全球多数地区股市继续上涨，非 美股市表现强于美股，美债和美元小幅收跌，金价转跌，油价续跌。本 周美国通胀数据受投资者高度关注，CPI 数据偏弱一度鼓励"降息交 易"，而 PPI数据偏强令这一交易降温，但整体上美联储9月降息的前景 仍然清晰，且美国经济基本面良好，市场风险偏好较高。不过，美国通 胀数据"喜忧参半"可能限制本轮降息空间，推升中长期美债利率，并 令金价承压。非美方面，英国、日本GDP 数据表现积极，英镑、日元、 欧元等均获支撑，令美元指数继续走弱。 风险提示：特朗普政策风险超预期，美国滞胀程度超预期，全球金融市 场波动超预期，国际地缘局势超预期等。 宏观周报 ...

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the precious metals sector is "Positive" (maintained) [4] Core Views - The precious metals sector is experiencing fluctuations, with gold prices showing a slight decline while silver prices continue to rise. Recent data indicates that London spot gold has decreased by 0.34% to $3,335.50 per ounce, while Shanghai gold has increased by 0.66% to ¥775.80 per gram. Conversely, London spot silver has risen by 3.40% to $37.73 per ounce, and Shanghai silver has increased by 3.21% to ¥9,204 per kilogram [4][9][10] - The recent volatility in gold prices is attributed to geopolitical events and changing interest rate expectations, particularly following the conclusion of the "Putin-Trump" summit and the anticipation of potential interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve [4][5] - The report highlights that the U.S. employment market remains resilient, which may prolong the current interest rate cycle, but there is still significant policy space that could create opportunities for gold investments [5] Summary by Sections 1. Price Trends - Over the past two weeks, London spot gold has decreased by 0.34% to $3,335.50 per ounce, while Shanghai gold has increased by 0.66% to ¥775.80 per gram. London spot silver has risen by 3.40% to $37.73 per ounce, and Shanghai silver has increased by 3.21% to ¥9,204 per kilogram. Additionally, London spot palladium has decreased by 8.23% to $1,126 per ounce, while platinum has increased by 2.53% to $1,335 per ounce [9][10] 2. U.S. Economic Data and Federal Reserve Tracking - The report discusses the impact of U.S. economic data on the Federal Reserve's monetary policy, noting that July's CPI data was below expectations while PPI data exceeded expectations, creating uncertainty around potential interest rate cuts [4][5][23] 3. Positions and Trading Volume - The report provides insights into trading volumes and positions in the precious metals market, indicating a decline in holdings for both gold and silver on the Shanghai exchange [4][9][10] 4. Domestic and International Price Differences and Gold Benchmark Ratios - The report notes that the domestic gold price difference compared to international prices has increased, indicating a shift in market dynamics [56] 5. Futures Basis Situation - As of the latest data, the international gold basis (spot-futures) has increased by $22.95 to -$46.20 per ounce, while the domestic gold basis has risen by ¥0.83 to -¥2.71 per gram [63]

Group 1 - Recent fluctuations in the US stock market were driven by employment data, initially causing a decline due to recession fears, followed by a rebound as the market anticipated interest rate cuts from the Federal Reserve to support economic growth [2][3] - Major US indices showed significant changes: S&P 500 dropped by 1.60% last week but rose by 1.47% this week, while the Nasdaq fell by 2.24% and then increased by 1.95% [3] - The concept of "rate cut trading" and "recession trading" reflects market reactions to economic data, with the former indicating expectations of lower interest rates and the latter signaling concerns about economic downturns [3] Group 2 - Historical analysis reveals that the US has experienced three significant rate cut cycles since 2000, each initiated during economic difficulties [6][8] - The first rate cut cycle (2001-2003) was marked by the burst of the internet bubble and subsequent economic challenges, leading to a total reduction of 550 basis points in the federal funds rate [14][12] - The second cycle (2007-2008) was triggered by the subprime mortgage crisis, with the rate cut reaching a historic low of 0.25% after a cumulative reduction of 500 basis points [18][16] - The third cycle (2019-2020) was characterized by a relatively stable economy, with rate cuts primarily aimed at preemptively addressing trade tensions and economic slowdown, culminating in a total reduction of 225 basis points [25][22] Group 3 - Asset performance during these rate cut cycles showed consistent trends: equity markets typically declined during the rate cuts due to underlying economic challenges, while fixed income and gold assets generally appreciated [30][31] - Current economic indicators suggest that the likelihood of a severe recession is lower compared to previous cycles, potentially reducing the risk of significant declines in equity markets during the upcoming rate cut [40][39] - The anticipated rate cuts may negatively impact the US dollar index, as increased money supply typically leads to currency depreciation [41]