Economic Indicators - U.S. retail sales increased by 0.6% in June, surpassing economists' expectations of 0.1%[1] - Initial jobless claims in the U.S. fell to 221,000, a decrease of 7,000, marking the lowest level since mid-April[1] - New Zealand's Q2 Consumer Price Index (CPI) annual increase rose to 2.7%, slightly above the previous value of 2.5% but below the market expectation of 2.8%[2] Monetary Policy - The Reserve Bank of New Zealand maintained the interest rate at 3.25%, aligning with market expectations[2] - There is an increased probability of a 0.25% rate cut in August, rising from approximately 60% to over 80% following the inflation data release[2] Currency Outlook - New Zealand's GDP grew by 0.8% in Q1, indicating a recovery in the economy, with contributions from primary industries, goods production, and services[3] - The New Zealand dollar (NZD) is expected to target 0.61 against the U.S. dollar, as the upward momentum of the U.S. dollar weakens[3]

Group 1 - The Hong Kong government has relaxed the mortgage loan-to-value ratio for new properties, leading to over 50% of buyers opting for immediate payment methods in new launches, with some projects seeing up to 90% using this method [1] - The total number of new mortgage applications for new properties is expected to reach approximately 6,500 this year, a significant increase of about 56% compared to last year's 4,186, potentially hitting a five-year high [1] - The existing property mortgage market is projected to see a slight increase to around 55,500 applications this year, up about 10% from last year's 50,500 [1] Group 2 - If interest rates decrease in the second half of the year, along with a slight recovery in property prices, banks are expected to maintain a positive stance on residential mortgage business, with an estimated 45,000 new residential mortgage applications this year, reflecting a nearly 15% increase from last year's 39,327 [2] - The number of mortgage refinancing applications is anticipated to decline slightly to around 7,100 this year, down about 5% from last year's 7,451, due to cautious bank valuations and limited incentives for homeowners to refinance [2] - The demand for mortgage insurance is expected to decrease significantly, with new mortgage insurance applications projected at around 6,500, a reduction of approximately 30% from last year's 9,337 [3] Group 3 - The increase in applications for 70% mortgages without insurance has risen to 31% of total applications in the first half of the year, compared to 15% in the same period last year, indicating a significant shift in borrowing behavior [3] - The outlook for the Hong Kong property market remains cautiously optimistic, dependent on external and local economic factors, with potential risks from the global economic environment [3]

Group 1: Market Overview - The report highlights an increase in interest rate cut expectations, driven by easing tensions in the Middle East and supportive statements from Federal Reserve officials regarding a potential rate cut in July, positively impacting both US and Hong Kong stock markets [2][3] - The Hang Seng Index opened at 23,832 points and reached a high of 24,229 points, closing at 24,177 points, marking a daily increase of 487 points or 2.06% [2] - The trading volume in the Hong Kong market increased to 240.5 billion HKD, a rise of 21.1% compared to the previous day, with net inflows from the Northbound trading of 2.589 billion HKD [2] Group 2: Company Overview - Yunzhisheng (9678.HK) - Yunzhisheng is an AI solution provider focusing on conversational AI products, with business segments in smart living and smart healthcare, and has been active in the AI field since its establishment in 2012 [6] - The company reported revenue growth from approximately 601 million CNY in 2022 to an estimated 939 million CNY in 2024, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 23% [6][7] - Despite revenue growth, the company has faced net losses, projected to be approximately 375 million CNY in 2022, 376 million CNY in 2023, and 454 million CNY in 2024, indicating ongoing financial challenges [6][9] Group 3: Industry Outlook - The AI solutions market in China is expected to grow from 42.2 billion CNY in 2019 to 180.4 billion CNY by 2024, with a CAGR of 33.7%, and projected to reach 1,174.9 billion CNY by 2030 [7] - The market is highly fragmented, with Yunzhisheng holding a market share of 0.6%, ranking fourth among AI solution providers in China based on 2024 revenue [7] Group 4: Competitive Advantages and Opportunities - The company possesses strong technical capabilities, with its self-developed "Shanhai" model featuring 60 billion parameters, recognized for its performance in the medical field [8] - Its applications span various scenarios, including smart homes and healthcare AI, serving 166 hospitals and enhancing efficiency in data entry and quality control [8] Group 5: Financial Position and Risks - Yunzhisheng has faced continuous losses over the past three years, with a cash reserve of 156 million CNY by the end of 2024, indicating significant financial pressure [9] - The company faces intense competition from major players like iFlytek, Baidu, and Alibaba, which may lead to price wars and further pressure on profit margins [9] Group 6: IPO Information - The IPO subscription period is from June 20 to June 25, 2025, with trading expected to commence on June 30, 2025 [10] - The company has secured cornerstone investors, including SenseTime Group and Zhenyi Asset, with a total subscription of 95.5 million HKD, representing 29.65%-36.84% of the international placement [11] Group 7: Fundraising and Utilization - The expected net fundraising amount is 177 million HKD, with approximately 45.6% allocated to enhancing R&D capabilities and 47.0% for investing in emerging business opportunities [12][13]

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the recent volatility in the U.S. stock market and its impact on gold prices, emphasizing that any recovery in the stock market could present short-selling opportunities, especially with the Federal Reserve's potential interest rate cuts looming [2][28]. Group 1: Market Sentiment and Federal Reserve Expectations - The market anticipates a nearly 50% chance of interest rate cuts in May, with expectations for cuts increasing from 8 to 10 times this year due to recent stock market declines [2][27]. - The author expresses concern that if inflation remains high in April and May, the Federal Reserve may prioritize dollar stability over economic growth, making significant rate cuts unlikely [2][27]. - Strategies suggested include shorting base metals and U.S. stocks, while holding gold and cash, especially after any market stabilization [2][28]. Group 2: Commodity Positioning and Fund Data - As of April 1, net long positions in COMEX gold decreased by 8.4% to 549 tons, marking a 46-week low, while short positions increased by 17% [3][7]. - In silver, net long positions fell to 6,446 tons, with a 4% drop in long positions and a 15% rise in short positions [3][7]. - Platinum and palladium also saw shifts in positions, with palladium remaining in a net short position for 125 weeks, indicating ongoing challenges for other precious metals [8][7]. Group 3: Economic Indicators and Future Projections - The article highlights that the correlation between copper prices and economic performance is strong, with a bearish outlook for copper due to anticipated economic downturns [19][28]. - The gold-to-silver ratio has risen to 120.8, indicating heightened market fear, as silver has underperformed relative to gold for two consecutive years [24][28]. - The article suggests that geopolitical risks, particularly in U.S.-China relations, could lead to increased volatility in commodity prices, particularly gold [28][29].