Macro and Strategy Research - In May 2025, China's exports in USD terms grew by 4.8% year-on-year, down from 8.1% in the previous month, while imports fell by 3.4%, compared to a decline of 0.2% previously. The trade surplus reached USD 103.22 billion, up from USD 96.18 billion [4][5] - The slowdown in export growth is attributed to high base effects and global economic downturn concerns, with the global manufacturing PMI remaining below 50 for three consecutive months. Exports to the US saw a significant decline of 34.5%, influenced by new tariffs and cautious sentiment among traders [4][5] - Import demand showed weakness, with agricultural imports rising by 17.9% year-on-year, while other major commodities experienced negative growth, indicating a need for policy support to boost domestic demand [5] Fixed Income Research - For the period from June 2 to June 8, 2025, the issuance of credit bonds increased, while transaction amounts decreased. The net financing amount for credit bonds rose, with corporate bonds and medium-term notes seeing increases, while company bonds and short-term financing bonds saw reductions [6][8] - The overall yield on medium and short-term notes and corporate bonds declined, while city investment bonds showed mixed results. The credit spread for medium and short-term notes widened, indicating a complex market environment [8] - The report suggests that despite short-term fluctuations, the long-term trend for yields is downward, and investors should focus on timing their investments and monitoring interest rate trends [8] Industry Research - In the steel sector, demand is expected to decline as the off-season deepens, leading to a potential accumulation of steel inventory. The short-term outlook remains weak for steel prices [10][11] - For copper, tight supply at the mine level supports prices, but the lack of demand during the off-season may lead to volatility, particularly influenced by US-China trade negotiations [10][11] - The aluminum market faces uncertainty due to macroeconomic factors, while low domestic inventory provides some price support. Overall, aluminum prices are expected to fluctuate in the short term [10][11] - Gold prices are bolstered by international trade tensions, US interest rate expectations, and geopolitical factors, with a focus on macroeconomic data and trade developments [10][11] - The lithium market is experiencing oversupply, leading to price weakness, while the rare earth sector is positioned for long-term growth due to policy support and emerging demand from robotics and renewable energy [10][11]

Trade Data Summary - In May 2025, exports increased by 4.8% year-on-year, down from 8.1% in April, while imports decreased by 3.4% year-on-year, compared to a decline of 0.2% in April[2] - The trade surplus reached $103.22 billion, an increase of $21.85 billion compared to the same month last year[2] - Export growth is expected to remain resilient in June to Q3 due to tariff reductions and pre-Christmas orders, but the overall external demand is still slowing down[2] Export and Import Trends - May exports totaled $316.10 billion, a historical high for the month, but the month-on-month growth was only 0.2%, below the four-year average of 3.48%[2] - The overall external demand is below the boom-bust line, with JPMorgan's global manufacturing PMI at 49.6% in May, indicating a contraction[2] - Imports in May were $212.88 billion, the lowest for the same month since 2021, with a month-on-month decline of 3%[3] Regional Export Performance - Exports to the EU increased by 12.02%, up 3.75 percentage points from April, while exports to the US fell significantly by 34.52%[2] - The ASEAN region saw a decline in exports by 14.84%, reflecting the impact of "export grabbing" on demand[2] Product-Specific Insights - Key products like integrated circuits and automobiles showed significant recovery, while labor-intensive products like toys and footwear remained at low levels due to tariff impacts[2] - The import of crude oil saw a decline of 22.1% year-on-year, while imports of grains and soybeans increased significantly, reflecting a shift in demand[3]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the transportation sector [8] Core Views - The report is optimistic about the aviation sector, anticipating a recovery in industry prosperity driven by the summer travel peak and favorable oil and exchange rates [2][28] - It recommends high-dividend Hong Kong-listed road stocks due to stable performance and low Hibor rates supporting dividend valuations [2] - The report notes increased volatility in the shipping sector, particularly in container shipping, while highlighting the need to focus on companies with stable earnings and high dividend yields [2] Aviation Sector - The report highlights strong demand during the May Day holiday, with daily passenger volume averaging 2.23 million, a year-on-year increase of 11.8% [20] - Domestic flight ticket prices have improved, with an average price of 730 RMB, up 0.8% year-on-year [15] - The supply of aircraft is expected to grow slowly, with a projected increase of only 2.8% in the passenger fleet by the end of 2024 [21] - Recommended stocks include China National Aviation, China Eastern Airlines, and Huaxia Airlines, which are expected to benefit from supply-demand improvements [28] Airport Sector - Airports are experiencing high growth in passenger traffic, particularly in southern China, with Baiyun Airport and Shenzhen Airport seeing year-on-year increases of 26.3% and 23.5% respectively [29] - The report emphasizes the need for airports to enhance their non-aeronautical revenue generation capabilities [37] - It suggests focusing on airports with lower capital expenditure, such as Capital Airport, for better investment value [37] Shipping Sector - Container shipping rates have increased significantly, with the Shanghai Export Container Freight Index rising by 18.4% month-on-month in May [4] - The report anticipates further increases in shipping volumes and rates in June due to the easing of tariffs and seasonal demand [39] - It notes that while the crude oil tanker market is improving due to OPEC+ production increases, the dry bulk and product tanker markets remain weak [38] Road and Rail Sector - The report indicates that the road sector is benefiting from lower Hibor rates, which support dividend yields, and suggests focusing on high-dividend stocks like Wuhu Highway and Zhejiang Hu-Hangzhou-Ningbo [5] - The railway freight sector is experiencing weak demand, particularly for coal transport, with expectations of a recovery only in late June [5] Logistics and Express Delivery - The express delivery sector is facing competitive pressures, with a year-on-year increase in parcel volume of 19.1% in April, but prices are declining [68] - The report suggests monitoring the upcoming peak season for potential changes in volume and pricing dynamics [68] - It highlights the need for cross-border logistics to adapt to evolving tariff conditions [68]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for several companies in the non-ferrous metals sector, including Zijin Mining, Shandong Gold, and Chifeng Jilong Gold [3][4]. Core Views - The combination of "tariff easing + employment slowdown" provides a premise for the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates, potentially leading to a rebound in metal prices. Optimistic expectations regarding tariff policies have heightened market sentiment, although gold has seen a decline due to reduced safe-haven demand [1][36]. - Industrial metals, particularly copper, are in a state of fluctuation due to macroeconomic uncertainties and rising inventories, while aluminum prices are supported by decreasing social inventories despite tariff policy fluctuations [1]. - Energy metals, such as lithium, are experiencing a weak supply-demand balance, with lithium prices showing signs of fluctuation. The demand for electric vehicles continues to grow, but the market remains cautious [1]. Summary by Sections Non-Ferrous Metals - The non-ferrous metals sector has seen a general increase in prices, with specific attention to gold and silver, which are influenced by macroeconomic factors and market sentiment [12][18]. - Copper prices are currently in a consolidation phase due to fluctuating macroeconomic conditions and rising inventories, with global copper stocks reported at 537,000 tons, an increase of 12,300 tons week-on-week [1][23]. - Aluminum prices are supported by a decrease in social inventories, with theoretical operating capacity in China's electrolytic aluminum industry reaching 43.87 million tons, a slight increase from the previous week [1][23]. Precious Metals - Gold prices are expected to rebound following a period of adjustment, driven by the anticipation of interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve. The recent employment data has raised concerns about economic growth, but the overall employment market is still showing signs of slowdown [1][36]. - Silver remains strong due to industrial demand, while gold has faced downward pressure from reduced safe-haven buying [1][36]. Energy Metals - Lithium prices are currently fluctuating, with industrial-grade lithium carbonate priced at 59,000 yuan/ton, down 0.8% week-on-week. The supply side is seeing slight increases, but demand remains cautious due to market conditions [1][27]. - The demand for electric vehicles continues to rise, with cumulative sales of passenger and electric vehicles reaching 880.2 million and 438 million units respectively, showing year-on-year growth of 9% and 34% [1][27]. Company Announcements - Companies such as Chifeng Jilong Gold and Zhongse Co. have made significant announcements regarding resource verification and project investments, indicating ongoing developments in the sector [34].

Core Viewpoint - The recent sell-off in U.S. Treasuries reflects a shift in market expectations towards optimism regarding economic growth [1] Group 1 - FHN Financial macro strategist Will Compernolle indicates that the sell-off in U.S. Treasuries is primarily driven by improved economic growth expectations [1] - There is evidence of resilience in economic hard data, suggesting that previous concerns about a potential crisis are diminishing [1] - The likelihood of the previously feared "doomsday scenario" occurring has significantly decreased, providing relief to the market [1]

Group 1 - The World Gold Council reported a global outflow of 19.1 tons from gold ETFs, valued at $1.83 billion, primarily driven by North American funds responding to changing tariff threats [1] - North American listed funds experienced an outflow of 15.6 tons of gold, worth $1.5 billion, as investor risk appetite improved due to better-than-expected temporary tariff relief between the US and China [1] - The report warns that the current neutral monetary policy stance of the Federal Reserve may pose headwinds for gold in the summer, although inflation concerns and unsustainable debt levels could mitigate these risks [1] Group 2 - European-listed ETFs saw a modest inflow of 1.6 tons, valued at $224 million, with France leading the inflow as investors sought protection amid economic slowdown and geopolitical uncertainties [2] - In Asia, there was a notable outflow of 4.8 tons from gold ETFs, valued at $489 million, marking the first outflow since November 2024, following a record demand in April [3] - The World Gold Council remains optimistic about gold's potential for appreciation, citing that inflation has not significantly increased due to global trade tensions and rising tariffs [3]

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Core Viewpoint - The macroeconomic environment in May 2025 shows a mixed performance across various asset classes, with a notable recovery in commodities and a positive response from developed markets to eased trade tensions [1][2][3]. Group 1: Asset Performance - In May 2025, major asset performances ranked as follows: Nasdaq > Nikkei > Hang Seng > LME Copper Futures > Euro Stoxx > ChiNext > CSI 300 > Hang Seng Tech > Brent Oil > 0 > China Bonds > US Dollar > Spot Gold > Sci-Tech 50 > South China Composite, with commodities showing upward trends since June [1][14]. - Developed markets outperformed emerging markets, with US tech stocks (TAMAMA index) rising by 11.4% and the DAX and Nikkei indices increasing by over 5% [2][18]. - The CRB index rose by 7.94% from the end of May to June 3, indicating a rebound in commodity prices [2][17]. Group 2: Economic Indicators - The macroeconomic indicators for May 2025 suggest a mild recovery in the domestic economy, with the BCI, EPMI, and manufacturing PMI slightly better than previous values [4][66]. - The high-frequency simulation model estimates the actual GDP monthly index for May at 5.19%, projecting a second-quarter GDP of around 5.2% [4][71]. - The nominal GDP growth rate is expected to be around 4.06%, indicating a need for improved production capacity and policy transmission [4][93]. Group 3: Market Dynamics - The market is currently influenced by three main themes: the "tariff theme," which reflects eased tariff risks; the "odds theme," indicating a stabilization of market lower limits; and the "structural certainty theme," focusing on stable sectors and financial assets [3][59]. - The domestic stock market continues to exhibit a "dumbbell" structure, with small and micro-cap stocks and large-cap value styles performing well [2][29]. - Over 80% of the Shenwan first-level industries recorded positive returns in May, with finance and consumption leading the performance [2][39]. Group 4: Investment Opportunities - Future drivers for equity assets may include a return to historical patterns, with consumer assets showing both "odds and win rate" advantages [5][88]. - The market's lower limit has been raised following the easing of extreme trade conditions, with 71.8% of stocks closing above the 60-week moving average by the end of May [5][94]. - New thematic opportunities may arise from technological breakthroughs in key industries or new mid-term policy incentives expected around the end of July [5][95].

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Overweight" rating for the construction materials sector [1] Core Viewpoints - The construction materials sector is experiencing fluctuations at the bottom of the PMI index, with expectations for a gradual recovery in demand driven by government policies and market dynamics [4][16] - The report emphasizes the potential for recovery in the home decoration materials segment, particularly with the implementation of "old-for-new" subsidies and service consumption stimulus policies [4][16] Summary by Sections 1. Sector Overview - The construction materials sector has shown a slight increase of 0.18% in the past week, outperforming the Shanghai Composite Index and the Wind All A Index, which decreased by -1.08% and -0.02% respectively [4] - The report highlights that the cement market price is currently at 367.8 RMB/ton, down by 3.0 RMB/ton from the previous week and down by 6.3 RMB/ton compared to the same period last year [20][21] 2. Cement Market - The average cement inventory ratio is reported at 65.7%, an increase of 0.4 percentage points from the previous week, but down by 2.5 percentage points year-on-year [25] - The average daily cement shipment rate is 47.8%, up by 1.4 percentage points from the previous week but down by 5.3 percentage points compared to last year [25] - The report notes that the cement price is expected to stabilize or slightly rebound in the coming months due to supply-side adjustments and demand recovery [12][19] 3. Glass Fiber Market - The report indicates that the profitability of the glass fiber sector remains low, with many second and third-tier companies operating at breakeven or loss [13] - The demand for high-end products in wind power and thermoplastics is expected to continue growing, which may support profitability for leading companies [13] - The report recommends companies like China Jushi and suggests monitoring others such as Zhongcai Technology and Shandong Fiberglass [13] 4. Glass Market - The glass sector is facing weak terminal demand, with inventory levels remaining high and price pressures expected to increase as the market enters a seasonal downturn [14][15] - The report recommends Qibin Group as a leading player in the glass market, with a focus on its cost advantages and growth potential in photovoltaic glass [14] 5. Home Decoration Materials - The report highlights the positive impact of government policies aimed at boosting domestic demand and stabilizing the real estate market, which is expected to enhance the demand for home decoration materials [16] - Companies such as Beixin Building Materials and Arrow Home are recommended for their strong growth potential and market positioning [16]

Core Viewpoint - The May PMI data indicates a series of characteristics reflecting a weak but stabilizing economy, with improvements driven by eased tariffs and a package of financial policies [1][3]. Group 1: Economic Indicators - The three "soft indicators" (EPMI, BCI, PMI) show consistent upward trends, suggesting a recovery in May after a downturn in April due to tariff disruptions [1][4]. - The EPMI increased by 1.6 points to 51.0, which is still the third lowest reading for the same period historically [6][7]. - The BCI rose slightly by 0.2 points to 50.3, remaining below last year's level, indicating mixed microeconomic conditions [6][7]. - The manufacturing PMI increased by 0.5 points to 49.5, still below the neutral level of 50, while the non-manufacturing PMI decreased to 50.3 [7][8]. Group 2: Sector Performance - The midstream equipment manufacturing sector leads in absolute economic performance, followed by downstream consumer goods, while upstream raw materials lag behind [8][9]. - The May equipment manufacturing PMI rose to 51.2, and the consumer goods manufacturing PMI increased to 50.2, indicating positive trends in these sectors [9][10]. Group 3: Export and Demand - New export orders rose significantly by 2.8 points, reflecting a recovery in exports following the joint statement from the US and Japan [15][16]. - The production index increased to 50.7, and the purchasing volume index rose to 47.6, indicating a rebound in production and procurement activities [17]. Group 4: Price Trends and Expectations - Price indicators have not fully stabilized, but the downward pressure has eased, with the purchasing price index slightly declining to 46.9 [17][18]. - Microeconomic expectations have improved, with the production activity expectation index rising to 52.5, although still below March levels [19][20]. - The finished goods inventory index decreased to 46.5, indicating a cautious approach to inventory management by companies [22]. Group 5: Construction Sector - The construction sector remains weak, with the building PMI at 51.0, down from 51.9, indicating that real estate construction is a major drag on overall economic performance [23][24].