Report Industry Investment Rating No investment rating information is provided in the report. Core Viewpoints - The currency-credit model is significant for asset allocation in a specific historical period, but with the internal transformation of the economic development model, a new way of thinking and investment framework is needed to view the new market trends of the bond and equity markets [1][3][31]. - The Merrill Lynch Investment Clock has limitations in practical application, and the Chinese version - the currency-credit model - has emerged, but it also faces the problem of weakened applicability due to economic changes [1][2][28]. Summary by Directory 1. Reexamine the Merrill Lynch Investment Clock and the Currency-Credit Model - **Merrill Lynch Investment Clock**: It is a typical framework for asset allocation, dividing the macro - economy into four quadrants based on growth and inflation. However, it has limitations such as low data frequency, time lag, and difficulty in accurately grasping cycle inflection points in real - world trading [1][11][12]. - **Growth and Inflation Cyclical Weakening in China**: Since 2012, the cyclical nature of China's economic growth (GDP) and inflation (CPI) has significantly weakened, causing the classic Merrill Lynch Investment Clock to be "ill - adapted" to the Chinese market [13]. - **Currency - Credit Model**: It is a Chinese - version of the Merrill Lynch Investment Clock, dividing the macro - economy from the currency and credit dimensions. It corresponds to the four stages of the Merrill Lynch Investment Clock and presents different asset performance in different stages. It innovatively incorporates liquidity factors into asset pricing [2][15][22]. - **Differences in Asset Pricing Logic**: The Merrill Lynch Investment Clock follows a top - down macro logic, while the currency - credit model uses the credit cycle to reflect the macro - economy and incorporates the currency cycle for a more comprehensive asset pricing [22]. - **Applicability Differences**: The Merrill Lynch Investment Clock is more suitable for the relatively mature capital markets in Europe and the United States, while the currency - credit model is more adaptable to the domestic investment environment. For example, the currency - credit model can better explain the 2015 equity market bull market [23]. - **Limitations of the Currency - Credit Model**: Due to the transformation of China's economic growth model, the currency - credit model may face weakened applicability. After 2008, investment became a key driver, and credit cycles were important. After 2020, consumption gradually replaced the credit cycle as an important indicator of economic prosperity [28][29].

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the rapid development of Fund of Funds (FOF) in China, highlighting its advantages in providing investors with diversified exposure to private equity funds at a lower investment threshold, especially during market volatility [2][4]. FOF Market Development - The FOF market in China has grown significantly since the launch of the first public FOF product in 2017, with the number of FOF funds reaching 517 and a total scale exceeding 160 billion yuan by the end of Q2 2023 [2]. - The performance of various types of FOF funds has been notably influenced by the volatility of the A-share market over the past three years, with lower equity allocations generally leading to better performance [4]. Performance Analysis - In the context of recent market fluctuations due to U.S.-China trade tensions, the upcoming 富国智悦稳健 90-day holding period FOF is positioned as a potential investment choice for risk-averse investors [4]. - The偏债混 FOF has shown superior performance compared to traditional equity funds, with a focus on high-quality pure bond funds to achieve stable returns while controlling risk [7][8]. Investment Strategy - The 富国智悦稳健 FOF aims to exceed the returns of pure bond fund indices by employing a strategy that includes a mix of high-grade credit bonds and a focus on stable income through coupon payments [9][11]. - The fund manager emphasizes a "middle-short duration + high-grade credit bonds + coupon strategy" to mitigate interest rate and credit risks while ensuring stable cash flow [9][11]. Multi-Asset Approach - The fund incorporates a diversified asset allocation strategy, including a small percentage of A-share equities (5%-30%), gold (≤10%), and cross-border assets (≤20%) to enhance risk diversification and achieve steady growth [14]. - The article references the successful multi-asset investment strategy employed by Harvard University, which balances stable returns with growth through technology and safe-haven assets [15]. Fund Manager Expertise - The fund manager, 张子炎, has extensive experience in multi-asset investment and has developed a robust selection process for identifying high-quality funds, focusing on liquidity, risk control, and stable returns [18][20]. - The selection criteria for equity funds prioritize high win rates and consistent outperformance against benchmarks, ensuring a resilient investment strategy [21].

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Core Insights - The asset allocation performance for Q3 2025 showed positive returns across all risk profiles, with the aggressive portfolio achieving the highest return of 12.50% [1][7][10] - The analysis indicates that equity and gold contributed significantly to the overall positive performance, while bonds experienced negative returns [10][12] Asset Performance Summary - In Q3 2025, the A-share market outperformed with a 17.9% increase in the CSI 300 index, while the Hang Seng Index rose by 11.6% [5][6] - The U.S. stock market also saw gains, with the Nasdaq leading at 11.2% [5][6] - Gold prices increased by 16.8%, driven by multiple favorable factors including high inflation and a renewed interest in gold as a safe haven [5][6] - Conversely, the oil market faced challenges, with WTI crude oil prices declining by 2.9% due to weak demand and increased production [5][6] Risk and Return Analysis - The annualized volatility for the conservative to aggressive portfolios ranged from 1.78% to 10.27%, with maximum drawdowns between -0.39% and -3.35% [7][9] - The aggressive portfolio's performance lagged behind the CSI 300 ETF by 6.56 percentage points but outperformed the 10-year government bond by 13.17 percentage points [7][8] Investment Strategy and Asset Selection - The recommended ETFs for various portfolios include Huatai-PB CSI 300 ETF, Huaxia Hang Seng Technology ETF, and others, with specific weightings for equity, bonds, and commodities [3][12][13] - The conservative portfolio allocated 10.16% to equities, 70.01% to bonds, and 4.82% to commodities, while the aggressive portfolio allocated 57.44% to equities [3][12][13] Future Outlook - For Q4 2025, the expected asset performance ranking is: Hong Kong stocks > A-shares > gold > U.S. stocks > U.S. bonds > domestic bonds > oil [19][21] - The focus for investment will be on sectors aligned with the "14th Five-Year Plan" and "anti-involution" policies, particularly in AI, robotics, new energy, and metals [18][21]

Core Points - Hongbei Investment won the "Golden Bull Private Fund Management Company (Annual FOF/MOM)" award at the "2025 Private Fund High-Quality Development Conference" held in Shenzhen on October 15 [1] - The Golden Bull Award is recognized as one of the authoritative awards in the domestic private equity industry, aimed at establishing a scientific evaluation system for private equity fund management institutions and enhancing the industry's influence [2] - Since its establishment in 2021, Hongbei Investment has focused on multi-asset allocation and FOF fund investment, believing that scientific multi-asset allocation is key to navigating cycles and improving risk-return ratios [2] Company Overview - Hongbei Investment emphasizes absolute return principles and combines macro research with an understanding of multi-asset operational logic to select high-quality private fund managers [2] - The company aims to balance defensive and offensive strategies through a framework of "multi-assets, multi-strategies, and multiple sources of returns," striving to provide investors with stable returns that can withstand market cycles [2] - The recognition received by Hongbei Investment reflects its strong performance, research and investment system, and long-term strategy stability [3] Future Outlook - Hongbei Investment plans to continue adhering to the philosophy of "cautious beginnings and steady progress," focusing on long-term value and enhancing professional investment capabilities and service standards [3] - The company aims to accompany investors through market cycles and create sustainable wealth growth [3]

Report Information - Report Date: October 16, 2025 [2] - Report Title: Big Asset Morning Report [9] Global Asset Market Performance 10-Year Treasury Yields of Major Economies - On October 15, 2025, yields in the US, UK, France, etc., were 4.034%, 4.674%, 3.478% respectively [3] - Latest changes were all 0.000%, with weekly, monthly, and yearly variations differing across countries [3] 2-Year Treasury Yields of Major Economies - On October 15, 2025, yields in the US, UK, Germany, etc., were 3.480%, 3.952%, 1.957% respectively [3] - Latest changes, weekly, monthly, and yearly variations varied by country [3] US Dollar Exchange Rates Against Major Emerging Economies' Currencies - On October 15, 2025, rates against Brazil, Russia, South Africa, etc., were 5.521, 108.000, 17.505 respectively [3] - Latest changes were 0.00%, with weekly, monthly, and yearly percentage changes differing [3] Stock Indices of Major Economies - On October 15, 2025, indices like S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq were 6552.510, 45479.600, 22204.430 respectively [3] - Latest changes were 0.00%, with weekly, monthly, and yearly percentage changes varying [3] Credit Bond Indices - On October 15, 2025, US investment - grade, euro - area investment - grade, etc., indices were 3529.690, 265.945, etc. respectively [3] - Latest changes were 0.00%, with weekly, monthly, and yearly percentage changes differing [3][4] Stock Index Futures Trading Data Index Performance - Closing prices of A - shares, CSI 300, SSE 50, etc., were 3912.21, 4606.29, 3001.35 respectively [5] - Percentage changes in prices were 1.22%, 1.48%, 1.36% respectively [5] Valuation - PE(TTM) of CSI 300, SSE 50, CSI 500, etc., were 14.31, 11.95, 34.70 respectively [5] -环比 changes were 0.17, 0.11, 0.43 respectively [5] Risk Premium - 1/PE - 10 - year interest rates of CSI 300, SSE 50, CSI 500, etc., were 3.70, 5.77, - 0.38 respectively [5] -环比 changes were all 0.00 [5] Fund Flows - Latest values of A - shares, main board, small and medium - sized enterprise board, etc., were 535.21, 302.49, - 56.21 respectively [5] - 5 - day average values were - 543.77, - 301.19, - 56.21 respectively [5] Trading Volume - Latest trading volumes of Shanghai and Shenzhen stock markets, CSI 300, SSE 50, etc., were 20728.59, 6073.26, 1571.06 respectively [5] -环比 changes were - 5033.74, - 2016.33, - 620.88 respectively [5] Main Premium/Discount - Basis of IF, IH, IC were - 29.89, - 3.95, - 153.80 respectively [5] - Magnitudes were - 0.65%, - 0.13%, - 2.11% respectively [5] Treasury Bond Futures Trading Data Closing Prices and Percentage Changes - Closing prices of T00, TF00, T01, TF01 were 108.130, 105.730, 107.815, 105.635 respectively [6] - Percentage changes were 0.10%, 0.09%, 0.11%, 0.09% respectively [6] Fund Interest Rates - R001, R007, SHIBOR - 3M were 1.3519%, 1.4694%, 1.5810% respectively [6] - Daily changes (BP) were - 12.00, 0.00, 0.00 respectively [6]

Core Viewpoint - Cathay Securities believes that rising geopolitical uncertainties may temporarily increase volatility in global equity markets, presenting opportunities for Chinese equity assets and gold. The recommendation for October is to increase holdings in A-shares, overweight gold, and maintain a standard allocation in bonds [1][2]. Asset Allocation Framework - The asset allocation framework consists of Strategic Asset Allocation (SAA), Tactical Asset Allocation (TAA), and Major Event Review Adjustments. SAA aims to diversify macro risks and set long-term allocation benchmarks, while TAA identifies short-term risk-return characteristics to adjust portfolio weights for improved returns. Major events are subjectively reviewed to correct and supplement quantitative results [2][3]. Equity Market Outlook - The recommendation for equity allocation in October is 41.25%, with overweight positions in A-shares (8.75%) and Hong Kong stocks (8.75%), standard allocation in U.S. stocks (15.00%), underweight in European stocks (2.75%), standard allocation in Japanese stocks (3.25%), and underweight in Indian stocks (2.75%). The outlook for Chinese A/H shares remains positive, with market adjustments viewed as buying opportunities [3][4]. Bond Market Outlook - The recommendation for bond allocation in October is 45%, with standard allocations in long-term government bonds (10.00%), short-term government bonds (12.50%), long-term U.S. Treasuries (10.00%), and short-term U.S. Treasuries (12.50%). The bond market is supported by imbalanced credit supply and demand, along with stable liquidity. The ongoing themes of "central bank bond purchases" and adjustments in redemption fees for bond funds will continue to play a role [4]. Commodity Market Outlook - The recommendation for commodity allocation in October is 13.75%, with an overweight position in gold (10%), underweight in oil (1.25%), and standard allocation in industrial commodities (2.5%). The gold market remains strong, having surpassed key resistance levels, supported by factors such as Federal Reserve rate cuts, geopolitical tensions, and continued purchases by the Chinese central bank [4].

Core Viewpoint - The report suggests that rising geopolitical uncertainties may temporarily increase volatility in global equity markets, while Chinese equity assets and gold may still present performance opportunities. It recommends increasing holdings in AH shares and gold in October, while maintaining a standard allocation to bonds [1]. Group 1: Strategic Asset Allocation (SAA) - The framework consists of Strategic Asset Allocation (SAA), Tactical Asset Allocation (TAA), and Major Event Review Adjustments, aimed at guiding investment decisions [1]. - SAA is designed to diversify macro risks and set long-term allocation benchmarks to ensure portfolio robustness [1]. Group 2: Tactical Asset Allocation (TAA) - The report is optimistic about Chinese equities, recommending an equity allocation weight of 41.25% for October, with overweight positions in A-shares and Hong Kong stocks [2]. - The report indicates that geopolitical uncertainties may create buying opportunities in the Chinese market, suggesting that the current market adjustments are not the end of the upward trend [2]. Group 3: Bond Allocation - The report maintains a neutral stance on bonds, recommending a bond allocation weight of 45% for October, with standard allocations to both long-term and short-term government bonds [3]. - It notes that the imbalance in credit supply and demand, along with stable liquidity, continues to support the bond market [3]. Group 4: Commodity Allocation - The report expresses a neutral to optimistic view on commodities, recommending a commodity allocation weight of 13.75% for October, with an overweight position in gold [3]. - It highlights that gold prices have recently surged past key resistance levels, supported by factors such as Federal Reserve rate cuts and ongoing geopolitical tensions [3].

Group 1 - The report suggests an increase in allocation to Chinese equity assets and gold, while maintaining a standard allocation to bonds due to rising geopolitical uncertainties and potential market volatility [1][5]. - The recommended equity allocation weight is 41.25%, with specific allocations to A-shares (8.75%), Hong Kong stocks (8.75%), US stocks (15.00%), European stocks (2.75%), Japanese stocks (3.25%), and Indian stocks (2.75%) [5][9]. - The report expresses optimism regarding the performance of Chinese A/H shares, viewing current market adjustments as buying opportunities [5][9]. Group 2 - The bond allocation is suggested to be 45%, with standard allocations to long-term and short-term government bonds in both domestic and US markets [5][9]. - The report indicates a neutral to slightly optimistic view on commodities, recommending a 13.75% allocation, with a focus on gold (10%) and a lower allocation to oil (1.25%) [5][9]. - Gold prices are expected to remain strong, having recently surpassed key resistance levels, supported by factors such as Federal Reserve rate cuts and ongoing geopolitical tensions [5][9].

Core Insights - The article discusses the growing interest in cross-border ETF investments, particularly focusing on the recent submissions of Brazilian ETFs by Huaxia Fund and E Fund, highlighting the diversification of investment opportunities in overseas markets [1][8]. Group 1: Cross-Border ETF Landscape - The current trend in cross-border ETF investments shows a diverse range of options, with significant attention on the Saudi ETF and the French CAC40 ETF [1]. - The recent submissions of Brazilian ETFs indicate a new addition to the cross-border ETF family, enhancing the investment landscape for Chinese investors [1]. Group 2: Brazilian Market Insights - The Ibovespa index is a key indicator of the Brazilian economy, characterized by its resource-oriented nature, with major components including Vale and Petrobras, linking its performance closely to international commodity prices and Chinese economic demand [1][2]. - Brazil's stock market is heavily weighted towards the commodities sector, followed by a significant representation of the financial sector, reflecting its status as an emerging market [2]. Group 3: Performance and Valuation - The Ibovespa index has shown a 12% annualized return over the past decade, with a year-to-date return of 21.6% as of September, outperforming the Chinese stock market [5]. - The valuation of the Ibovespa index remains relatively low compared to other emerging markets, making it an attractive option for global asset allocation [5]. Group 4: ETF Market Dynamics - In the last three months, cross-border ETFs have seen a net inflow of nearly 200 billion, making them one of the most popular ETF categories, second only to bond ETFs [8]. - The overall ETF market has experienced a net inflow of approximately 428.4 billion, with significant contributions from various ETF categories, including cross-border ETFs [9]. Group 5: Future Outlook - The expansion of cross-border ETF connectivity is expected to enhance the accessibility of global capital markets for domestic investors, providing a convenient investment channel [8]. - The shift towards diversified asset allocation, including commodities and foreign exchange, is anticipated to play a crucial role in wealth management strategies moving forward [10].