Group 1 - The "anti-involution" policy has been initiated since July, leading to a significant rise in certain commodity prices and influencing market expectations [1] - The policy aims to regulate low-price disorderly competition among enterprises, improve product quality, and promote the orderly exit of backward production capacity [1][3] - The "anti-involution" policy is seen as both a supply-side and demand-side measure, essential for stabilizing price levels in the short term [1] Group 2 - Analysts suggest that the impact of the "anti-involution" policy on prices is more about alleviating the decline in the Producer Price Index (PPI) rather than driving a rapid increase in overall price levels [2][9] - The industrial goods sector is the main battleground for the "anti-involution" policy, with significant price increases observed in coal, steel, and other commodities [7] - The policy is expected to improve PPI by approximately 1.6 percentage points in the second half of the year, with an overall annual increase of about 0.5 percentage points [9] Group 3 - The National Development and Reform Commission and the State Administration for Market Regulation are drafting a revision to the Price Law, addressing issues of low-price disorderly competition [5] - The "anti-involution" policy is anticipated to have a sustained impact on price increases in related industries, with a focus on promoting supply-demand balance and eliminating backward production capacity [5][7] - The effectiveness of the "anti-involution" policy in driving domestic prices back to a moderate growth trajectory will depend on the success of consumption-boosting measures [9][10]

Economic Overview - In Q2, the actual GDP growth was 5.2% year-on-year, while nominal GDP growth fell to 3.9%, marking a decline of 0.2 and 0.7 percentage points from Q1 respectively[4] - The nominal GDP growth rate has dropped below 4%, the lowest in nearly three years, primarily due to strong supply and weak demand characteristics[23] Supply and Demand Balance - Q3 is expected to see a balance between supply and demand, driven by the implementation of "anti-involution" policies and improved confidence in the real sector[2] - The recovery in consumption is gradually being confirmed, with "anti-involution" policies likely being a key factor influencing Q3 economic performance[4] Investment Trends - Fixed asset investment in Q2 grew by only 1.8% year-on-year, a significant drop of 2.4 percentage points from Q1, with infrastructure and manufacturing investments experiencing widespread contraction[11] - In June, fixed asset investment saw a month-on-month decline of 0.1%, marking a historical low[11] Consumer Behavior - The nominal growth rate of social retail sales in Q2 was 4.5%, slightly down by 0.1 percentage points from Q1, indicating a moderate increase in consumer spending[19] - In June, social retail sales growth fell to 4.8%, a significant drop of 1.6 percentage points from the previous month, with most categories experiencing a broad decline[20] Inflation and Market Dynamics - The report suggests that moderate inflation positively impacts corporate operations and household balance sheets, with expectations of a gradual recovery in nominal GDP growth[2] - The bond market is currently benefiting from a low inflation environment and ample liquidity, although the upward potential for bond prices is limited in the short term[27] Geopolitical and Policy Risks - Risks include geopolitical tensions and the potential for policy changes that exceed expectations, which could impact economic stability[3]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core View of the Report - The current core combination of "weak fundamental recovery + low inflation" remains unchanged, and the loose capital situation continues to support the bond market, with limited adjustment space. It is recommended to observe the adjustment of treasury bond futures in the short term and make allocations after stabilization. [2] 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Futures Market Data - **Futures Closing Prices and Volumes**: On July 21, 2025, the closing prices of TS, TF, T, and TL主力 contracts decreased by 0.01%, 0.05%, 0.05%, and 0.46% respectively; the trading volumes of T, TF, TS, and TL主力 contracts were 88,280, 72,060, 31,667, and 118,236 respectively, with increases of 3,602, 700, 91, and 6,587 respectively. [2] - **Futures Spreads**: Some spreads such as TL2512 - 2509, T2512 - 2509, and TF09 - T09 showed changes, with TL2512 - 2509 decreasing by 0.05, T2512 - 2509 decreasing by 0.03, and TF09 - T09 remaining unchanged. [2] - **Futures Positions**: The positions of T, TF, and TL主力 increased by 2,166, 3,892, and 962 respectively, while the position of TS主力 decreased by 1,247. [2] 3.2 CTD Bond Data - The net prices of some CTD bonds such as 220010.IB, 250007.IB, and 240020.IB decreased, with 220010.IB dropping by 0.1004, 250007.IB dropping by 0.0632, and 240020.IB dropping by 0.1193. [2] 3.3 Treasury Bond Active Bond Yields - The yields of 1 - 7Y treasury bonds increased by 0.25 - 1.60bp, while the yields of 10Y and 30Y treasury bonds increased by 1.05bp and 1.50bp respectively, reaching 1.67% and 1.89%. [2] 3.4 Short - term Interest Rates - The silver - pledged overnight rate decreased by 3.99bp to 1.3601%, and the Shibor overnight rate decreased by 9.60bp to 1.3660%. [2] 3.5 Industry News - The central bank is soliciting opinions on canceling the regulation of freezing the collateral for bond repurchase until August 17. [2] - In June, the total social electricity consumption was 867 billion kWh, a year - on - year increase of 5.4%. [2] - The LPR quotes in July remained stable, with the 1 - year LPR at 3.0% and the 5 - year LPR at 3.5%. [2] 3.6 Market Analysis - Domestic: In June, industrial added value and social retail sales slightly rebounded, fixed - asset investment remained stable, and the unemployment rate was flat. Social financing exceeded expectations, credit demand improved marginally, and deposit activation increased. Exports and imports rebounded significantly, but price levels were under pressure. [2] - Overseas: The US core CPI in June was continuously lower than expected, but inflation risks continued to rise. The Fed's internal differences on the impact of tariffs on the inflation path increased, and the possibility of a short - term interest rate cut decreased. [2] 3.7 Key Events to Watch - On July 21 at 22:00, the US June Conference Board Leading Index monthly rate will be released. - On July 23 at 17:15, the Bank of England Governor and other officials will speak at the UK Parliament's Treasury Committee. [3]

Group 1: Current Inflation Status - The CPI in June 2025 increased by only 0.1% year-on-year, significantly below the 2% inflation target[3] - The PPI in June 2025 dropped to -3.6%, marking the lowest level in the year and continuing a negative trend for 33 consecutive months[3][19] - Key factors contributing to low CPI include weak performance in food and energy prices, underestimating the impact of "de-real estate," and weak demand for durable goods and services[3][15][18] Group 2: Policy Implications and Future Outlook - The "anti-involution" policy is expected to have a weaker impact on inflation compared to "capacity reduction" policies, as it focuses on market mechanisms rather than administrative measures[3][26] - CPI recovery to above 2% is anticipated to be slow due to ample supply and underappreciated real estate factors[3][29] - PPI is projected to turn positive by Q2 2026, with a forecasted year-end PPI of -1.3% in 2025[3][29] Group 3: Risks and Market Dynamics - Risks include unexpected downturns in the real estate market and insufficient policy effectiveness[3][29] - The relationship between PPI and commodity prices is crucial, with coal, rebar, lithium carbonate, copper, pork, and crude oil being significant influencers[3][20][22] - Recent commodity price trends show a decline in coal and rebar prices, while copper has shown signs of recovery[3][22]

Core Viewpoint - The Federal Reserve's Logan expresses the need for sustained low inflation to build confidence in economic stability [1] Group 1 - Logan emphasizes the importance of low inflation lasting longer to ensure confidence in the economic outlook [1] - The statement reflects the Fed's ongoing focus on inflation management as a key component of monetary policy [1]

Core Viewpoint - President Trump reiterated that the Federal Reserve should lower interest rates immediately due to very low inflation, suggesting a reduction of 3 percentage points [1] Group 1 - The current inflation rate is described as very low, prompting the call for a significant interest rate cut [1]

Core Viewpoints - The current market environment shows similarities to the end of 2014, with a potential for policy changes aimed at stimulating domestic demand and addressing "involution" [5][4]. Economic Indicators - China's June CPI rose by 0.1% year-on-year, marking the first increase after four months of decline; core CPI increased by 0.7%, the highest in 14 months. PPI fell by 0.4% month-on-month and 3.6% year-on-year, with the decline expanding by 0.3 percentage points compared to the previous month [2]. - The shift in CPI is attributed to a recovery in industrial consumer goods prices, which saw a reduction in the year-on-year decline from 1.0% to 0.5% [2]. Equity Market Insights - A-shares are driven by capital rather than traditional macro factors, with significant inflows expected from insurance and public funds, particularly into the technology sector [4]. - Hong Kong stocks are viewed as having high cost-effectiveness and potential for growth, supported by expected inflows from Southbound capital and a favorable earnings outlook [6][7]. Industry Research - The "involution" policy is driving sectors like steel and new energy, while AI is enhancing the performance of technology leaders, suggesting a focus on high-quality stocks and sectors with significant growth potential [9][10]. - The introduction of Grok-4 is expected to significantly enhance AI reasoning capabilities, leading to new investment opportunities in the computing industry [10]. Macro and Fixed Income - The bond market is anticipated to experience a slowdown in the downward trend of interest rates, with a focus on the 10-year government bond yield remaining stable [18]. - The current high valuation of convertible bonds limits their upward potential, with a recommendation to focus on lower-priced strategies [19]. Asset Allocation Strategies - A "dividend base + small-cap growth" strategy is recommended, focusing on high dividend and cash flow assets to mitigate external risks while also investing in high-volatility new stocks [22].

Group 1: Trade Policies - The U.S. President Trump announced new tariffs on 23 countries, ranging from 20% to 50%, effective August 1 [2] - The tariffs include a 50% tax on all copper imports to the U.S. [2] - The trade negotiations have progressed slowly, with only agreements reached with the UK and Vietnam, while talks with the EU, Japan, and others remain challenging [3] Group 2: Insurance Sector - The Ministry of Finance has introduced a new mechanism for long-term assessments of state-owned insurance companies, focusing on key indicators like net asset return and capital preservation [4] - The assessment method has been adjusted to include longer-term metrics, which is expected to encourage a focus on long-term returns and reduce short-term volatility impacts [4] Group 3: Economic Indicators - The June Consumer Price Index (CPI) showed a year-on-year increase of 0.1%, reversing the previous month's decline, while the Producer Price Index (PPI) decreased by 3.6% year-on-year [5] - The core CPI, excluding food and energy, rose by 0.7%, marking a 14-month high, indicating strengthening domestic demand [5] Group 4: Employment Policies - The State Council has issued a notice with 19 measures to stabilize employment, including increased support for small and medium enterprises and enhanced training programs [7] - The measures aim to address structural employment issues and provide financial incentives for companies hiring unemployed youth [7] Group 5: Pension Adjustments - The basic pension for retirees will be increased by 2% starting January 1, 2025, with a focus on supporting lower-income retirees [8] - This adjustment reflects the government's commitment to improving living standards amid economic uncertainties [8] Group 6: Stock Market Developments - The Shanghai Composite Index has surpassed the 3500-point mark, driven by strong performance in the banking sector [9] - The rise in stock indices is attributed to expectations of policy easing and significant movements in financial stocks [9] Group 7: Real Estate Market - Real estate stocks have surged following government emphasis on localized policy implementation to enhance market stability [10][11] - The government is focusing on new urbanization and housing supply for migrant populations, indicating potential growth in the real estate sector [11] Group 8: Nvidia's Market Position - Nvidia's market capitalization has exceeded $4 trillion, making it the first company to reach this milestone [12] - The surge in Nvidia's stock price is linked to optimistic expectations regarding its leadership in the AI sector and increasing demand for AI chips [12]

Core Viewpoint - The current economic situation is increasingly resembling Japan's "lost 30 years," characterized by low interest rates, low inflation, and low growth, leading to potential asset depreciation and wealth loss for the middle class [1][4]. Group 1: Economic Cycles and Historical Context - Industrialized nations typically experience high growth followed by periods of recession, with wealth redistribution often resulting in middle-class decline [1][2]. - Historical examples include the U.S. post-Great Depression, the U.K. during the 1970s stagflation, and Japan's asset bubble burst in the early 1990s, all leading to significant middle-class hardships [1][2][3]. Group 2: Mechanisms of Economic Decline - High growth periods lead to overproduction and overinvestment, fueled by easy money, which eventually results in economic adjustments and impacts the middle class the hardest [2][3]. - The reliance on debt for growth creates vulnerabilities, as asset prices fall while middle-class incomes stagnate or decline, leading to a shrinking middle class [3][4]. Group 3: Wealth Disparity and Investment Strategies - In low-growth environments, wealth disparity increases, with only savvy investors able to find stable, income-generating assets [4][5]. - Japanese high-yield stocks during the "lost 30 years" provided significant returns, demonstrating that even in adverse conditions, there are investment opportunities that can outperform the market [4][5]. Group 4: Recommendations for the Middle Class - The middle class should prepare for potential wealth erosion by focusing on saving and investing in stable, income-generating assets rather than engaging in reckless spending or high-risk investments [5]. - Upcoming discussions will provide insights on how to effectively save and invest in assets that can yield stable returns and ensure financial security [5].

Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. Core Viewpoints of the Report - Trump's new tariff measures have triggered risk aversion in the market, with the US stock market falling, the US dollar index rising, and gold prices rebounding while copper prices weakening [2]. - The domestic economic fundamentals continue the pattern of "low inflation, weak recovery", and the A - share market may maintain a pattern of shrinking - volume shock adjustment in the short term [3]. - Due to the uncertainty of tariffs, the prices of precious metals may fluctuate more significantly in the short term, and the prices of copper, aluminum, zinc, tin, and other metals may face downward pressure in the short term [4][6][8]. - The prices of industrial silicon and lithium carbonate may enter a shock pattern in the short term, and the price of nickel may be weakly volatile [15][17][19]. - The oil price is in a situation of strong reality and weak expectation, and the steel price and iron ore price may be in a shock pattern [20][21][23]. - The prices of soybean meal, rapeseed meal, and palm oil may be in a shock pattern in the short term [24][26]. Summary by Related Catalogs Macro - Overseas: Trump signed an executive order to postpone the "reciprocal" tariff effective date from July 9 to August 1 and notified 14 countries of significant tariff increases. The market risk - appetite declined significantly, the US stock market fell nearly 1%, the 10 - year US Treasury bond yield rose to 4.38%, and the US dollar index showed strength [2]. - Domestic: The economic fundamentals continue the "low - inflation, weak - recovery" pattern. The A - share market is in a shrinking - volume adjustment, and the bond market is affected by supply - side issuance increments and real - estate policy expectations [3]. Precious Metals - Gold prices recovered their decline due to Trump's tariff increase on Japan and South Korea. COMEX gold futures rose 0.10% to $3346.40 per ounce, while COMEX silver futures fell 0.39% to $36.94 per ounce. Tariff uncertainty may increase short - term price volatility [4][5]. Copper - The price of copper fell from a high level due to tariff disturbances. The domestic electrolytic copper spot market was inactive, and the LME inventory rebounded. The US tariff increase on Japan and South Korea and other factors may lead to a short - term correction of copper prices [6][7]. Aluminum - Aluminum prices adjusted from a high level due to tariff concerns and an increase in warehouse receipts. The inventory of electrolytic aluminum ingots and aluminum rods increased, and short - term prices may be under pressure [8][9]. Alumina - Alumina prices were in a strong - biased shock. The spot prices at home and abroad rebounded, and the futures warehouse - receipt inventory decreased. However, supply surplus and rigid consumption may limit the upward space in the medium term [10]. Zinc - Zinc prices were under pressure due to the rise of the US dollar and accelerated inventory accumulation. The supply was stable and at a high level, and downstream orders were insufficient in the off - season [11]. Lead - Lead prices had limited corrections supported by the expectation of improved consumption. Although there was an expectation of inventory accumulation, the overall inventory level was not high [12]. Tin - Tin prices corrected from a high level. The supply increased marginally as refineries resumed production, and the downstream was in the off - season with insufficient purchases at high prices [13][14]. Industrial Silicon - Industrial silicon prices were in a narrow - range shock. The supply side was weak, and the demand side was mixed. Policy support enhanced market sentiment, but the weak fundamentals may limit the upward trend [15][16]. Carbonate Lithium - Lithium prices may correct in the short term. The price increase boosted supply, the market inventory continued to accumulate, and the spot market was relatively cold [17][18]. Nickel - Nickel prices were weakly volatile. The tariff exemption period was approaching, and the macro - level was uncertain. The cost pressure of nickel - iron plants was not relieved, and stainless steel was sluggish [19]. Crude Oil - Oil prices were weakly volatile. The geopolitical risk was gradually subsiding, and OPEC +'s production - increase plan was accelerating, but the peak consumption season supported the current fundamentals [20]. Steel (Screw and Coil) - Steel prices were in a shock pattern. The supply - demand data was stable, and the contradiction between supply and demand was slowly accumulating. The market was affected by Trump's tariff measures [21][22]. Iron Ore - Iron ore prices were in a shock - adjustment pattern. The arrival at ports increased, and the overseas shipment decreased. The demand from blast furnaces in Tangshan was weakening [23]. Soybean and Rapeseed Meal - The prices of soybean and rapeseed meal may be in a shock pattern. The US soybean crop rating was good, and the domestic soybean meal inventory increased. The trade concern re - emerged [24][25]. Palm Oil - Palm oil prices were relatively resistant to decline. The trade concern re - emerged, and the export of Malaysian palm oil increased in the early days of July, providing support on the demand side [26][27]. Metal Main Variety Trading Data - The report provides the trading data of various metal futures contracts on July 7, including closing prices, price changes, trading volumes, and open interests [28]. Industrial Data Perspective - The report shows the industrial data of copper, nickel, zinc, lead, aluminum, alumina, and other metals, such as inventory, warehouse receipts, spot prices, and price differentials [30][33][35].