Macro and Strategy Research - The US durable goods orders showed a negative growth for the second consecutive month, while core capital goods orders turned positive, indicating stable investment demand from enterprises [2] - The European Central Bank (ECB) officials have differing views on inflation trends, suggesting a pause in rate cuts in September, with potential for easing later in the year due to economic uncertainties [3] - Domestic industrial enterprises' revenue growth continues to decline, but profit margins are improving, supported by previous "anti-involution" policies [3] Fixed Income Research - The bond market experienced a slight recovery before weakening again, with investor confidence remaining low [4] - The central bank's net injection of 167.6 billion yuan in the open market indicates a mixed performance in funding prices, with a divergence between cross-month and non-cross-month funding rates [5] - The supply pressure in the primary market for government bonds is expected to decrease in the remaining months of the year [6] Company Research: Haomai Technology (002595) - The company reported a revenue of 5.265 billion yuan for H1 2025, a year-on-year increase of 27.25%, and a net profit of 1.197 billion yuan, up 24.65% [8] - The company's core businesses are performing well, with significant growth in the CNC machine tool segment, which saw a revenue increase of 145.08% [9] - The new electric heating vulcanization machine has shown significant advantages and has received orders totaling 135 million yuan [10] Company Research: China Aluminum (601600) - The company achieved a revenue of 116.392 billion yuan in H1 2025, a 5.12% increase year-on-year, with a net profit of 7.071 billion yuan, up 0.81% [12] - Production of alumina and primary aluminum increased, with alumina production reaching 8.6 million tons, a 4.88% increase [14] - The company has improved its resource self-sufficiency rate and has accelerated the production of key projects [14]

Group 1: Investment Rating - There is no information about the industry investment rating in the report. Group 2: Core Views - Last week, copper prices fluctuated and strengthened. The main reasons were the moderate rebound of the US core PCE in line with expectations, the resilience of the overall US economic demand, the dovish stance of Powell and Fed governors on interest rate cuts, and the concerns about the Fed's policy independence triggered by Trump's attempt to dismiss Fed governor Cook, which weakened the US dollar index and boosted the metal market. Fundamentally, overseas mine shortages persisted, the release of global refined copper new production capacity was limited, domestic social inventories were at a low level, and the near - term structure turned to B again. In the short term, copper prices are expected to fluctuate in a high - level range, and attention should be paid to the pressure at the $10,000 integer mark for LME copper [2][3][8]. Group 3: Summary by Directory 1. Market Data - **Price Changes**: From August 22nd to August 29th, LME copper rose from $9809.00/ton to $9906.00/ton, a 0.99% increase; COMEX copper rose from 446.1 cents/pound to 458.5 cents/pound, a 2.78% increase; SHFE copper rose from 78690.00 yuan/ton to 79410.00 yuan/ton, a 0.91% increase; international copper rose from 70220.00 yuan/ton to 70490.00 yuan/ton, a 0.38% increase. The Shanghai - London ratio decreased by 0.01, LME spot premium/discount decreased by $1.88/ton (2.40% decrease), and Shanghai spot premium increased by 100 yuan/ton [4]. - **Inventory Changes**: As of August 29th, the total inventory of LME, COMEX, SHFE, and Shanghai bonded area increased to 600,000 tons. LME copper inventory increased by 2925 tons (1.88% increase), COMEX inventory increased by 6361 short tons (2.34% increase), SHFE inventory decreased by 1950 tons (-2.39% decrease), and Shanghai bonded area inventory decreased by 4100 tons (-4.68% decrease) [7]. 2. Market Analysis and Outlook - **Price Movement Reasons**: The rise in copper prices was due to the moderate rebound of the US core PCE in July in line with expectations, the Fed's dovish stance on interest rate cuts, and the concerns about the Fed's independence caused by Trump's actions. Fundamentally, overseas mine shortages persisted, new production capacity was limited, and domestic inventories were low [8]. - **Inventory Situation**: As of August 29th, the total global inventory rebounded slightly. LME copper inventory increased slightly by 0.3 million tons with a cancellation warrant ratio of 8.2%, SHFE inventory decreased slightly by 0.2 million tons, and Shanghai bonded area inventory decreased by 0.4 million tons. The LME inventory continued to rebound but at a slower pace, and the US copper decline rate slowed down. The Shanghai - London ratio remained at 8.02 due to the weak US dollar index [8]. - **Macro - economic Situation**: In the US, the core PCE in July increased by 2.9% year - on - year and 0.3% month - on - month. The Fed's dovish governor supported a 25 - basis - point interest rate cut in September. The EU and the US reached a tariff concession agreement. Domestically, China's industrial enterprise profits decreased in July and from January to July, but high - tech manufacturing profits grew rapidly [9]. - **Supply - demand Situation**: Codelco's Teniente mine in Chile is expected to cut production by 40,000 tons this year. The underground pumping at the Kamoa - Kakula mine is slow, and the domestic spot TC dropped to -$41.5/ton. China's refined copper production remained high, but non - CSPT smelters began to cut production slightly due to cold material shortages. On the demand side, power grid investment weakened, the start - up rate of refined copper rod enterprises decreased, the consumption of the wind and solar industries was expected to decline, and the new energy vehicle market entered the off - season but still had good year - on - year growth. Domestic social inventories remained at a low level of about 120,000 tons, and the near - term structure turned to B [10]. 3. Industry News - Freeport Indonesia expects to complete the repair of its East Java joint - venture smelter in early September. The Gresik smelter has an annual cathode copper production capacity of 342,000 tons [13]. - Hudbay Minerals restarted its Snow Lake mine in Manitoba after the evacuation order was lifted and expects to resume full - load production in early September [14]. - Ivanhoe's Kamoa - Kakula mine in Africa is expected to restart mining in early 2026 after drainage. The company lowered its 2025 production forecast by 28% to 370,000 - 420,000 tons of copper concentrate [15]. 4. Related Charts - The report provides multiple charts showing the price trends of Shanghai copper and LME copper, inventory changes, basis, premium/discount, and other aspects [17][18][22][26][30][31][33][37][39][44].

Group 1 - Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell signaled a dovish stance at the Jackson Hole conference, indicating an openness to interest rate cuts, which led to a significant market reaction with the Dow Jones rising by 2% to a new historical high [1] - The U.S. economy is showing signs of slowing, with new job additions averaging only 35,000 per month over the past three months, significantly below the expected 168,000 for 2024 [1] - Powell highlighted that inflation risks are currently tilted upwards while employment risks are leaning downwards, suggesting a cautious approach to policy adjustments [1] Group 2 - Analysts expect the Federal Reserve to cut rates by 25 basis points in September, primarily as a preventive measure against future economic uncertainties, with a total of up to two rate cuts anticipated within the year [4] - The stock market typically benefits from rate cuts due to improved liquidity and lower financing costs, which can enhance risk appetite [2][4] - The technology sector remains resilient and independent of traditional economic cycles, contributing to the recent highs in the stock market [5] Group 3 - The anticipated rate cuts are expected to address weaknesses in traditional demand, particularly in manufacturing and real estate, which have been adversely affected by high financing costs [6] - Market reactions to rate cuts often lead to upward adjustments in stock indices, with the S&P 500 potentially reaching around 6,400 to 6,700 points [4][6] - The long-term outlook for U.S. Treasury yields and the dollar may not necessarily decline significantly following rate cuts, as historical patterns suggest a rebound in yields and dollar strength post-cut [7]

Group 1: Global Market Insights - Powell's speech at the global central bank conference was overall dovish, increasing expectations for rate cuts in Q4, leading to weaker US Treasury yields and a weaker dollar, resulting in a rebound in US stocks and a significant rise in gold prices [1] - The expectation of financial conditions easing before the Fed's rate cut is temporarily beneficial for non-US markets [4][6] Group 2: Domestic Market Trends - The A-share market is experiencing a rapid upward trend with increased inflow of funds, particularly through margin trading, and a notable rise in trading volume [3] - The bond market continued its downward trend, influenced by risk appetite, despite underlying support from fundamentals and liquidity [2] - The current bond market levels present value for allocation, but short-term risk appetite fluctuations remain, suggesting a strategy of opportunistic allocation during adjustments [2] Group 3: Sector-Specific Developments - The oil market is facing weak demand projections for 2025, with ongoing supply releases putting downward pressure on oil prices, while geopolitical changes may cause short-term volatility [5] - The gold market is expected to perform well in the short term due to the anticipated easing of financial conditions before the Fed's rate cut [6]

Group 1: Macroeconomic Insights - The Federal Reserve, led by Powell, has indicated a shift towards a dovish stance, suggesting a potential preventive interest rate cut in September 2025, with expectations of two cuts within the year, totaling around 50 basis points [3][5]. - Powell's speech at the Jackson Hole conference highlighted three key points: a reassessment of the labor market indicating a risk of job deterioration, the ongoing impact of tariffs on inflation without triggering a wage-price spiral, and a greater risk of employment decline compared to inflation rise [3][5]. - The revised monetary policy framework reflects minor adjustments aimed at addressing current employment and inflation dynamics, providing more flexibility for future policy adjustments [4]. Group 2: Technology Sector Trends - The technology sector is experiencing a surge, with AI emerging as a dominant theme, leading to significant capital inflows and market activity, particularly in domestic GPU and server markets [9][10]. - The launch of DeepSeek's V3.1 model demonstrates advancements in AI capabilities, enhancing efficiency and performance in various applications, indicating a robust growth trajectory for AI-related companies [21][24]. - The robotics industry is transitioning from exploration to commercial scale, with significant advancements expected by 2025, positioning it as a key area for investment [11]. Group 3: Hong Kong Market Outlook - Despite underperforming compared to A-shares, the Hong Kong market is expected to benefit from three positive factors: potential technological breakthroughs in the tech sector, a favorable shift in foreign capital flows due to anticipated interest rate cuts, and continued inflows from southbound capital [16][18][19]. - The valuation of the Hang Seng Index remains attractive, with significant upside potential compared to historical peaks, suggesting a recovery in the second half of the year [18][19]. Group 4: Consumer and Equipment Investment - The government is enhancing fiscal and financial support to stimulate consumption, with specific focus on sectors like new consumption and high-end equipment, which are expected to see substantial investment [12][14]. - The release of special bonds to support equipment upgrades is projected to drive over 1 trillion yuan in total investment across various sectors, indicating strong government backing for industrial growth [12].

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Accumulate" (downgraded) [5] Core Views - The company reported strong revenue and net profit growth in the first half of 2025, achieving operating income of 9.246 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 42.14%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 1.596 billion yuan, up 48.43% year-on-year, marking a historical high for the half-year performance [3][13] - The company is focusing on resource expansion through both internal exploration and acquisitions, with significant progress in geological exploration leading to an increase of 3.85 tons of gold metal [31][34] - The company is accelerating its international capital layout by preparing for an overseas share issuance and listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, which is expected to enhance its overseas business development and optimize its capital structure [4][36] Summary by Sections Overview - The company’s performance in the first half of 2025 was driven by rising gold prices, with a significant increase in both revenue and net profit [3][13] - The second quarter of 2025 saw operating income of 4.924 billion yuan, a quarter-on-quarter increase of 13.96% and a year-on-year increase of 31.95% [13] Resource Expansion and Projects - The company is actively increasing its gold reserves through exploration and acquisitions, with notable results from the Heihe and Qinghai mining areas [31][34] - The company acquired a 52% stake in Yunnan Western Mining, enhancing its exploration rights in the region, which is expected to boost its gold reserves [34] - The construction of overseas projects is set to begin in the fourth quarter of 2025, with completion expected by mid-2027 [36] Industry Outlook - The company is optimistic about the gold price trends in the fourth quarter of 2025, with expectations of continued upward movement due to easing monetary policies and geopolitical factors [38][44] - The gold market has shown strong performance in the first half of 2025, with gold prices reaching historical highs [38] Financial Forecast and Investment Recommendations - Revenue projections for 2025 to 2027 are estimated at 18.021 billion yuan, 19.898 billion yuan, and 22.680 billion yuan, respectively, with net profits expected to reach 3.431 billion yuan, 4.307 billion yuan, and 5.599 billion yuan [47] - The current market valuation corresponds to a PE ratio of 14.62, 11.64, and 8.96 for the years 2025, 2026, and 2027, respectively, supporting the "Accumulate" rating [47][49]

Core Insights - The current US economic growth shows signs of comprehensive slowdown, with a cooling labor market and weak inflation reinforcing market expectations for a shift in Federal Reserve policy [2][6][14] - The anticipated interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve will significantly impact the US dollar and US Treasury markets, with historical trends indicating that Treasury yields typically decline ahead of policy shifts [2][7][30] - The impact of the Federal Reserve's interest rate cuts on global equity markets is structurally differentiated, primarily depending on the motivation behind the policy [2][8][30] Economic Indicators - Recent macroeconomic data from the US indicates a broad weakening, with key indicators falling below market expectations. Non-farm payrolls for July increased by only 73,000, significantly lower than the expected 104,000, marking the lowest monthly increase since October 2024 [6][14] - The unemployment rate has been on the rise, reaching 4.2% in July, further confirming the cooling labor market. Inflation data also shows weakness, with July's CPI growth at 2.7%, below the expected 2.8% [14][20] Interest Rate and Currency Dynamics - US Treasury yields are expected to decline ahead of the Federal Reserve's official interest rate cut, driven by the forward-looking nature of the bond market. Short-term Treasuries (e.g., 2-year) are more sensitive to interest rate changes compared to long-term Treasuries (e.g., 10-year) [7][22][29] - The US dollar index typically weakens during the Federal Reserve's interest rate cut cycles. For instance, during the 2001 rate cut cycle, the dollar index fell by 13.34%, while it has already decreased by 3.20% since the first cut in 2024 [30][33] Equity Market Reactions - The Federal Reserve's interest rate cuts have historically led to varied impacts on global equity markets, largely influenced by the underlying economic conditions. Passive easing in response to recession often results in significant declines in equity markets, while preemptive cuts in resilient economic conditions can support equity valuations [8][30][34] - In the context of the 2024 preemptive rate cuts, corporate earnings remain relatively robust, which has helped to improve market risk appetite and support equity markets [8][34] Recent Asset Movements - Major US stock indices have recently shown gains, with the Nasdaq, Dow Jones, and S&P 500 rising by 2.20%, 2.14%, and 2.03% respectively. The healthcare, financial, and consumer discretionary sectors led the gains [5][37] - In the commodities market, LME zinc, copper, and Brent crude oil have seen increases, while gold and rebar steel have declined [5][37]

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the implications of the Federal Reserve's interest rate cuts, particularly focusing on how these cuts may affect the Chinese market, suggesting that while there may be short-term benefits, the overall impact may not be as significant as commonly perceived [2][28]. Group 1: Impact of Federal Reserve Rate Cuts - The current probability of a rate cut by the Federal Reserve in September is 92% according to CME futures [3]. - The common belief is that a rate cut leads to a weakening of the US dollar and US Treasury yields, which would attract foreign capital into China [2][28]. - However, historical data shows that this assumption may not hold true, as past rate cuts have sometimes coincided with rising yields and a stronger dollar [2][8][12]. Group 2: Types of Rate Cuts - Rate cuts can be categorized into two types: recessionary cuts and preventive cuts. Recessionary cuts occur when the economy is under significant pressure, leading to a decline in yields and the dollar [8][10]. - Preventive cuts happen when economic pressure is less severe, allowing for smaller cuts that can quickly stimulate demand, often resulting in rising yields and a stronger dollar post-cut [12][15]. Group 3: Current Economic Context - The current economic indicators suggest that while there is pressure on the US economy, the situation is not dire enough to necessitate large rate cuts [25][28]. - Key metrics such as the ISM manufacturing PMI and housing sales indicate ongoing weakness, but the actual interest rates are close to natural rates, suggesting that minor cuts could suffice to stimulate the economy [19][25]. Group 4: Short-term vs Long-term Effects - In the short term, the anticipated rate cuts may provide liquidity and improve market sentiment, potentially benefiting the Chinese market [29][33]. - However, this short-term benefit may quickly reverse as the underlying economic conditions improve, leading to a potential rise in yields and the dollar, counteracting the initial positive effects [29][33]. Group 5: Strategic Opportunities - To maximize the benefits of the Federal Reserve's rate cuts, China could implement more aggressive monetary and fiscal policies to support credit expansion [34][38]. - Additionally, sectors related to the US real estate market and traditional manufacturing may see increased demand, presenting opportunities for Chinese exports and commodities [44].

Group 1 - The Federal Reserve is expected to initiate a new round of "preventive" interest rate cuts in September 2024, with concerns over tariffs causing inflationary pressures to temporarily halt the rate cuts [1] - Recent data shows that July's non-farm employment figures were weaker than expected, and the core inflation rate for July has seen a decline in prices for core goods heavily reliant on imports [1] - The PPI data for July exceeded expectations, but its direct impact on the PCE index is limited, indicating that inflationary pressures from tariffs are manageable in the short term [1] Group 2 - Key sectors to focus on include high-growth hard technology sectors such as overseas computing power supply chains and certain stabilized leaders in the new energy sector [1] - Other sectors of interest are those with clear upward trends, such as innovative pharmaceuticals, and core Chinese assets with global competitive advantages, including leading internet companies in Hong Kong [1] Group 3 - The logic of global capital rebalancing suggests that as the U.S. economic fundamentals weaken, funds will flow towards non-U.S. assets with stronger short-term growth prospects [4] - Assets likely to attract global capital include safe-haven assets like gold and cryptocurrencies, as well as developed market assets with recovery expectations, such as those in Europe and Japan [4] Group 4 - A-shares are positioned to attract foreign investment due to strong performance since July, and the narrowing of the interest rate differential between China and the U.S. post-rate cuts is expected to facilitate capital inflows [7] - The domestic economic fundamentals and policy changes anticipated in the second half of the year are expected to enhance foreign investor confidence [7] Group 5 - Historical data indicates that preventive interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve have generally led to positive performance in equity markets, with the S&P 500 showing significant gains during such periods [2][8] - The performance of the Shanghai Composite Index and the Hang Seng Index during previous preventive rate cuts suggests potential for similar outcomes in the upcoming cycle [8] Group 6 - Foreign capital tends to favor local assets that exhibit competitive advantages, with a focus on core industries and sectors that demonstrate stable and sustainable earnings [10] - The preference for industries with high current economic momentum indicates a strategic approach to investment in sectors like innovative pharmaceuticals and leading internet companies [10]

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the shift in the Federal Reserve's stance from hawkish to dovish, indicating a potential resumption of interest rate cuts due to weakening economic data and external pressures, with expectations for a possible rate cut as early as September 2024 [3][4]. Summary by Sections Federal Reserve's Current Stance - The Federal Reserve has paused its interest rate cuts after a series of reductions in late 2024, with the federal funds rate remaining in the 4.25%-4.5% range, reflecting a dilemma between preventing economic recession and controlling inflation [3][4]. - Recent changes in the economic environment have led to increased signals of a dovish shift within the Federal Reserve, with market predictions suggesting a potential rate cut in September [3][4]. Economic Indicators and Influences - Economic data shows signs of weakening, with the manufacturing PMI dropping from 52.9 in June to 49.8 in July, and non-farm payrolls in July only adding 73,000 jobs, significantly below expectations [7][8]. - Tariff impacts on inflation have been relatively mild, with 64% of tariff costs absorbed by U.S. companies, leading to a manageable inflation environment, as indicated by the PCE price index showing a year-on-year increase of 2.6% in June [9]. Political and Internal Pressures - Former President Trump has exerted pressure on the Federal Reserve to lower rates, arguing that lower rates would benefit the economy and his political standing ahead of the 2026 midterm elections [10]. - The internal dynamics of the Federal Reserve have shifted, with an increase in dovish voices among its members, influenced by both external political pressures and changing economic conditions [10][11]. Future Rate Cut Expectations - The upcoming rate cuts are expected to be preventive rather than reactive, with a high probability (91.5%) of a 25 basis point cut in September, reflecting a cautious approach to monetary policy [12][19]. - The anticipated rate cuts may occur 2-3 times within the year, totaling 50-75 basis points, as the Federal Reserve aims to maintain flexibility in response to evolving economic conditions [20]. Global and Chinese Market Implications - The resumption of rate cuts by the Federal Reserve is likely to have a positive impact on global and Chinese financial markets, with expectations of a weaker dollar and potential capital inflows into emerging markets [21][22]. - China's monetary policy may gain new room for easing, with potential for further rate cuts and a favorable environment for the renminbi to appreciate against the dollar [25][26].