Group 1 - The Federal Reserve Governor Waller emphasizes the importance of avoiding an economic hard landing [1] - Ongoing tariffs may trigger a chain reaction of impacts on the economy [1] - There has been no observed increase in long-term inflation expectations [1]

Core Viewpoint - The Federal Reserve Governor Waller emphasizes the importance of avoiding an economic hard landing, indicating a focus on maintaining economic stability and growth [1] Group 1 - Waller's comments reflect a proactive approach by the Federal Reserve to manage economic risks and ensure a smooth transition in monetary policy [1] - The statement suggests that the Federal Reserve is closely monitoring economic indicators to prevent potential downturns [1] - Waller's remarks highlight the central bank's commitment to balancing inflation control with economic growth [1]

Report Industry Investment Ratings - Index: Bullish with fluctuations [5] - Treasury bonds: Neutral [5] - Rebar: Neutral [7] - Iron ore: Neutral [7] - Coking coal and coke: Neutral [8][9] - Copper: Neutral [11] - Aluminum: Bearish [13] - Nickel: Neutral [15] - Tin: Neutral [17] - Gold: Neutral [18] - Silver: Neutral [18] - PVC: Bearish [21] - Soda ash: Bearish for the 01 contract [33] - Caustic soda: Bearish [23] - Styrene: Bearish [26] - Rubber: Bearish [28] - Urea: Bearish [30] - Methanol: Bearish [31] - Polyolefins: Neutral [32] - Cotton and cotton yarn: Bullish with fluctuations [35] - Apples: Neutral [35] - PTA: Neutral [36] - Live pigs: Bearish [38] - Eggs: Bearish [40] - Corn: Bullish with fluctuations [41] - Soybean meal: Bullish [42] - Oils and fats: Neutral [46] Core Views - The index may fluctuate strongly due to increased market trading volume and a shift in hotspots from new consumption to the TMT sector after the China-US leaders' call [5] - The bond market is expected to remain stable, with short - term varieties benefiting directly from the current relatively loose policy, but multiple disturbing factors still exist [5] - The prices of most commodities in the black building materials, non - ferrous metals, energy chemicals, cotton textile industry chain, and agricultural livestock sectors are expected to fluctuate, with some showing a downward or upward trend depending on supply - demand fundamentals, macro - policies, and other factors [7][11][21] Summary by Category Macro - finance - Index: Expected to fluctuate strongly due to China - US relations and market hot - spot shifts [5] - Treasury bonds: Suggested to wait and see. Focus on the roll - over of the 0.7 trillion 6M repurchase on the 16th [5] Black Building Materials - Rebar: The price is at a relatively low level, and the supply - demand is balanced. It may accumulate inventory slightly in the future, with a suggested wait - and - see approach [7] - Iron ore: The price is affected by macro news, and the port inventory is expected to continue to decline. It is recommended to wait and see [7] - Coking coal and coke: The supply - demand contradiction is deepening, and the price may fluctuate weakly. Pay attention to supply - side news, profit - repair rhythm, and import coal costs [8][9] Non - ferrous Metals - Copper: The fundamentals still support the price, and it may remain volatile before the holiday. Pay attention to the position of nearby contracts [11] - Aluminum: The supply is increasing, and demand is weakening. The short - term price is expected to be weak. It is recommended to hold short positions in Shanghai Aluminum and try to go long on alumina at low levels [13][14] - Nickel: The cost is firm, but the medium - long - term supply is excessive. It is recommended to wait and see or go short at high prices [15] - Tin: The supply - demand gap is improving, and the price is expected to fluctuate. It is recommended for interval trading [17] - Gold and silver: Affected by US tariffs and Fed policies, the prices are expected to fluctuate. It is recommended for interval trading [18] Energy Chemicals - PVC: Weak cost and demand, high production and inventory. The price is expected to fluctuate weakly. Pay attention to tariff negotiations and domestic stimulus policies [21] - Soda ash: The 01 contract is recommended to go short. The spot is weak, and the upward space of the futures price is limited [33] - Caustic soda: The price is expected to fluctuate weakly. Pay attention to factors such as alumina production and 6 - 8 month maintenance [23] - Styrene: The supply - demand is becoming loose, and it is recommended to go short at high prices. Pay attention to crude oil trends and tariff progress [26] - Rubber: The demand is not improved, and it is expected to fluctuate weakly. Pay attention to macro news [28] - Urea: The supply exceeds demand. It is not recommended to buy at the bottom. Consider buying out - of - the - money put options or waiting for price stability [30] - Methanol: The supply is sufficient, and the demand is stable. It is expected to fluctuate weakly in the range of 2150 - 2300 [31] - Polyolefins: The supply pressure is large, and the demand is in the off - season. It is expected to fluctuate widely. Pay attention to downstream demand and policies [32] Cotton Textile Industry Chain - Cotton: Globally, the supply - demand is loose, but due to improved China - US relations, the price is expected to fluctuate and rebound [35] - Apples: The market is stable, and the price is expected to remain high and fluctuate [35] - PTA: Affected by falling oil prices and weakening downstream demand, the price is under short - term pressure. Pay attention to geopolitical influences [36] Agricultural Livestock - Live pigs: The supply is increasing, and the price is under pressure. It is recommended to go short at resistance levels [38] - Eggs: The short - term demand is weak, and the long - term supply may increase. It is recommended to go short at high prices [40] - Corn: The short - term price has support, and the medium - long - term supply - demand is tightening. It is recommended to go long at the lower limit of the range and pay attention to substitutes [41] - Soybean meal: The short - term is range - bound, and the medium - long - term is bullish. It is recommended to operate in the range and go long after callbacks [42] - Oils and fats: The trends are differentiated. It is recommended for interval trading and pay attention to the spread between oil and meal [46]

Report Industry Investment Ratings - Stock Index: Defensive Observation [1][5] - Treasury Bonds: Bullish in the Short Term [5] - Rebar: Temporarily Observe [1][7] - Iron Ore: Oscillate Weakly [1][7] - Coking Coal and Coke: Oscillate [1][9] - Copper: Cautious Trading within Range [1][12] - Aluminum: Observe [1][14] - Nickel: Observe or Short on Highs [1][15] - Tin: Range Trading [1][17] - Gold: Build Long Positions on Lows after Full Price Correction [1][19] - Silver: Range Trading [1][19] - PVC: Oscillate Weakly [1][22] - Soda Ash: Observe [1][31] - Caustic Soda: Oscillate Weakly [1][24] - Rubber: Oscillate Weakly [1][25] - Urea: Oscillate [1][28] - Methanol: Wide - Range Oscillation [1][29] - Plastic: Wide - Range Oscillation [1][30] - Cotton and Cotton Yarn: Oscillate and Rebound [1][33] - Apple: Oscillate [1][33] - PTA: Range Oscillation [1][35] - Live Pigs: Oscillate Weakly [1][37] - Eggs: Short on Highs [1][39] - Corn: High - Level Oscillation [1][40] - Soybean Meal: Cautiously Chase Highs, Go Long on Pullbacks [1][42] - Oils and Fats: Short on Highs [1][47] Core Views - The global market is affected by factors such as tariff policies, supply - demand relationships, and macro - economic data. Different commodities show various trends and investment opportunities due to their unique fundamentals and macro - environmental impacts. For example, tariff issues bring uncertainties to the market, while supply - demand imbalances determine the price trends of commodities [5][22][37]. Summary by Category Macro - Finance - **Stock Index**: Due to international tariff threats, domestic market rotation, and weak main - line driving forces, the stock index may oscillate weakly. It is recommended to adopt a defensive observation strategy [5]. - **Treasury Bonds**: After the issuance of a large amount of interest - rate bonds, the biggest negative factor in the market has been digested. With the clear attitude of monetary policy support, the bond market is expected to oscillate upwards [5]. Black Building Materials - **Rebar**: The supply - demand contradiction is gradually emerging as demand weakens seasonally and steel mills have no strong intention to cut production. With low - level valuation, the price is expected to oscillate weakly [7]. - **Iron Ore**: Although affected by some events, the overall supply is increasing, and demand may decline slightly. It is recommended to observe as the 09 contract is expected to oscillate [7]. - **Coking Coal and Coke**: Coking coal prices face downward pressure due to sufficient supply and weakening demand. Coke also has supply - demand contradictions, and both are expected to oscillate weakly in the short term [9][10]. Non - ferrous Metals - **Copper**: Despite some weakening in fundamentals, low inventory still supports prices. The Shanghai copper may maintain an oscillating pattern before the holiday, and it is recommended to trade cautiously within the range [12]. - **Aluminum**: With the increase in alumina price and complex supply - demand situations, and the possible impact of trade negotiations on exports, it is recommended to observe [14]. - **Nickel**: The cost is firm, but there is an oversupply in the medium - long term. It is recommended to observe or short on highs as it is expected to oscillate weakly [15]. - **Tin**: Supply recovery expectations and the impact of tariff policies on demand may increase price volatility. It is recommended to trade within the range [17]. - **Gold and Silver**: Affected by factors such as the downgrade of the US sovereign credit rating, inflation data, and tariff policies, prices are expected to oscillate strongly. It is recommended to build long positions on lows after price corrections [19]. Energy and Chemicals - **PVC**: With weak demand, over - capacity, and high inventory, the price is in a weak position. Although there is short - term tariff relief, the impact on demand still exists. The price is expected to oscillate, and macro - news should be continuously monitored [22]. - **Caustic Soda**: In June, it may show a situation of weak supply and demand. The 09 contract is expected to oscillate in the short term and be shorted in the medium term. Attention should be paid to factors such as inventory and downstream demand [24]. - **Rubber**: Although there is short - term support at the bottom, the supply is expected to increase, and demand is weak. The price is expected to oscillate weakly [25]. - **Urea**: Supply is stable, and demand is expected to be released. The price is expected to oscillate, with attention paid to pressure and support levels [28]. - **Methanol**: Supply is relatively abundant, and downstream demand is weak. It is expected to oscillate within a wide range [29]. - **Plastic**: Supply pressure is relieved, but downstream demand is still weak. It is expected to oscillate widely in the short term, and attention should be paid to factors such as downstream demand and policies [30]. - **Soda Ash**: Supply is still at a high level, but the expectation of maintenance is increasing. Downstream demand is not optimistic. It is recommended to observe in the short term and pay attention to short - term price drops and 9 - 1 positive spread opportunities [31]. Cotton Textile Industry Chain - **Cotton and Cotton Yarn**: Although global supply - demand is still loose, the progress of Sino - US trade negotiations may lead to an oscillating rebound in cotton prices [33]. - **Apple**: With the approach of the Dragon Boat Festival, low inventory supports prices, and it is expected to oscillate at a high level [33]. - **PTA**: Affected by the decline in crude oil prices and the weakening of downstream polyester demand, the price is under short - term pressure and is expected to oscillate within a range [34]. Agricultural and Livestock - **Live Pigs**: Supply is increasing and postponed, and demand is weak. It is recommended to short on highs at the resistance level, with attention paid to factors such as enterprise slaughter rhythm and secondary fattening [37]. - **Eggs**: Short - term demand may increase, but supply is continuously accumulating. In the long term, supply is expected to increase. It is recommended to observe the 06 contract and short on highs for the 08 and 09 contracts [39]. - **Corn**: In the short term, there is support for prices due to reduced grassroots grain sources and positive market sentiment. In the long term, supply - demand tightens, but there are also factors such as policy release and substitute products. It is recommended to go long on lows within the range and pay attention to 7 - 9 positive spread opportunities [40]. - **Soybean Meal**: In the short term, it is expected to oscillate at a low level due to sufficient supply. In the long term, it may strengthen due to increased costs and weather disturbances. It is recommended to be cautious when chasing highs in the short term and go long on pullbacks after mid - June [42]. - **Oils and Fats**: In the short term, they are expected to oscillate within a range due to complex supply - demand factors. In the long term, they may decline in June and rebound in the third quarter. It is recommended to short on highs cautiously and pay attention to spread - widening strategies [47].

Core Insights - The sentiment towards U.S. assets is cautious, with "long gold" being the most crowded trade for the second consecutive month, as 58% of investors believe it is the current most crowded trade [1][3] - Investors' attitudes towards the U.S. dollar have significantly changed, with 57% considering it overvalued, marking the lowest allocation to the dollar since May 2006 [1][7][12] - Despite a slight improvement in global economic outlook, 81% of investors still expect the economy to enter "stagflation" [2][11] Investor Sentiment - 62% of investors view tariffs as the biggest tail risk for a global recession, while 43% believe tariffs could lead to systemic credit events [2][18] - Cash levels among investors have decreased from 4.8% to 4.5%, slightly below the long-term average of 4.7% since 1999 [14] - 61% of investors now expect a "soft landing" for the global economy, a significant increase from 37% in April [14] Asset Allocation Changes - There is a notable shift in asset allocation, with a net 38% of investors underweighting U.S. stocks, the lowest level since May 2023 [23] - European stocks have seen a 13 percentage point increase in allocation to a net 35% overweight, reversing the decline from April [23] - Technology stocks have experienced a significant 17 percentage point increase in allocation, the largest monthly gain since March 2013 [23] - Energy stocks are now at a net 35% underweight, marking a historical low [23] Economic Outlook - A net 59% of investors expect the economy to weaken, showing the largest monthly improvement since October 2024, despite a 66 percentage point drop from the peak in December 2024 [16] - 46% of investors anticipate two interest rate cuts from the Federal Reserve this year, while 25% expect three cuts [19]

Group 1 - "Long gold" has become the most crowded trade for the second consecutive month, with 58% of investors considering it the current most crowded trade, significantly higher than the second-ranked "long tech giants" at 22% [2] - Gold is viewed as the most overvalued asset since 2008, with a net 45% of investors believing it is overvalued, an increase from 34% in April [5] - Investor sentiment towards the US dollar has shifted significantly, with a net 17% of investors holding a low allocation stance, marking a 19-year low since May 2006 [8] Group 2 - A net 57% of investors believe the US dollar is overvalued, a decrease of 12 percentage points from the previous month, representing the largest monthly decline since September 2023 [11] - Despite a slight improvement in global investor sentiment, it remains at a pessimistic level, with 61% of investors expecting a "soft landing" for the global economy, up from 37% in April [16] - A net 59% of investors expect the economy to weaken, showing the largest monthly improvement since October 2024, although expectations are still down 66 percentage points from the peak in December 2024 [19] Group 3 - 62% of investors view tariffs as the biggest tail risk for a global recession, with 43% believing tariffs could lead to a systemic credit event, followed by the US shadow banking system at 25% [21] - Investors are significantly adjusting their asset allocations, with a net 38% underweight in US stocks, the lowest level since May 2023, while eurozone stock allocation increased by 13 percentage points to a net 35% overweight [26] - There has been a substantial increase in tech stock allocation by 17 percentage points, marking the largest monthly increase since March 2013, while energy stock allocation has dropped to a net 35% underweight, the lowest on record [26]

美国银行基金经理调查：61%的基金经理认为经济会软着陆，4月份时这一比例为37%；26%的人认为会 出现硬着陆，低于4月份的49%。 ...

Report Industry Investment Ratings - Macro-finance: Index futures are expected to fluctuate, and treasury bonds are expected to rise in the short term [1][5] - Black building materials: Rebar is expected to fluctuate, iron ore is expected to be weak in oscillation, and coking coal and coke are expected to fluctuate [1][7][9] - Non-ferrous metals: Copper is recommended for cautious trading within a range, aluminum is recommended to wait and see, nickel is recommended to wait and see or short on rallies, tin is recommended for trading within a range, and gold and silver are recommended for trading within a range [1][11][17] - Energy and chemicals: PVC, caustic soda, rubber, urea, methanol, and plastic are expected to fluctuate, and soda ash is recommended to hold short call options [1][19][28] - Cotton textile industry chain: Cotton and cotton yarn are expected to fluctuate sharply, apples are expected to strengthen in oscillation, and PTA is expected to be weak in oscillation [1][29][30] - Agricultural and livestock products: Pigs are expected to fluctuate within a range, eggs are recommended to be short on rallies, corn is recommended to go long on dips, soybean meal is expected to decline in oscillation, and oils are expected to fluctuate [1][31][38] Core Views - The global economic situation is complex and volatile, with factors such as trade policies, economic data, and geopolitical issues affecting the market [5][7][11] - Different industries and varieties have different supply and demand situations and price trends, and investment strategies need to be adjusted according to specific circumstances [1][5][7] - Attention should be paid to policy changes, inventory levels, and seasonal factors, and risk control should be strengthened [7][19][20] Summary by Directory Macro-finance - Index futures: The U.S. trade policy and domestic policies affect the market, and it is recommended to defend during the holiday [5] - Treasury bonds: Pay attention to the official PMI data in April, and the current interest rate trading needs to pay more attention to the safety margin [5] Black building materials - Rebar: The price is expected to fluctuate, and attention should be paid to the implementation of production restriction policies [7] - Iron ore: The price is expected to be weak in oscillation, and attention should be paid to the 720 pressure level [8] - Coking coal and coke: The market is expected to fluctuate, and attention should be paid to the changes in blast furnace hot metal production and steel mill raw material inventory digestion rhythm [9][10] Non-ferrous metals - Copper: The price is expected to be strong in oscillation, and it is recommended to trade cautiously within a range [11] - Aluminum: It is recommended to wait and see, and the main contract is expected to run in the range of 19,200 - 20,000 [13] - Nickel: It is recommended to wait and see or short on rallies, and the main contract is expected to run in the range of 122,000 - 129,000 yuan/ton [15] - Tin: The price is expected to fluctuate, and it is recommended to trade within a range, with the reference range of 250,000 - 273,000 yuan/ton for the SHFE tin 06 contract [16] - Gold and silver: The price is expected to be in an adjustment state, and it is recommended to wait for the price to fully correct before building positions, with the reference range of 760 - 802 for the SHFE gold 06 contract and 7,800 - 8,600 for the SHFE silver 06 contract [17][18] Energy and chemicals - PVC: The price is expected to fluctuate, and attention should be paid to the progress of tariff negotiations and the intensity of domestic stimulus policies [19] - Caustic soda: The price is expected to be weak in oscillation, and attention should be paid to the delivery situation of the 05 contract and the inventory removal situation [20] - Rubber: The price is expected to fluctuate, and attention should be paid to the supply situation after the start of tapping [21][22] - Urea: It is recommended to operate within a range, and the 09 contract is expected to run in the range of 1,730 - 1,850 [24] - Methanol: It is recommended to operate within a range, and the 09 contract is expected to run in the range of 2,200 - 2,350 [26] - Plastic: The price is expected to be low in oscillation in the short term, and attention should be paid to downstream demand, the subsequent impact of the Iranian port, and the tariff game [28] - Soda ash: It is recommended to hold short call options, and the price is expected to be weak in oscillation [28] Cotton textile industry chain - Cotton: The Trump tariff policy is uncertain, and it is recommended to wait and see in the near term [29] - Apples: The price is expected to strengthen in oscillation, but attention should be paid to macro risks [29][30] - PTA: The price is expected to be weak in oscillation, and attention should be paid to the 4,200 support level [30] Agricultural and livestock products - Pigs: The price is expected to fluctuate within a range, and it is recommended to sell out-of-the-money call options on rallies [31][32] - Eggs: It is recommended to be short on rallies, and the 06 contract is recommended to hold a light position during the holiday [33][34] - Corn: It is recommended to go long on dips, and attention should be paid to the 2,400 pressure level and the 2,280 - 2,300 support level for the 07 contract [34][36] - Soybean meal: It is recommended to be short on rallies in the short term and long on dips in the long term, and attention should be paid to the 2,900 support level [36][37] - Oils: It is recommended to be cautious about chasing up, and attention should be paid to the 7,800 - 8,000, 8,300 - 8,400, and 9,600 pressure levels [38][43]

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the increasing inflation risks in the U.S. due to tariff policies and the potential economic recession, highlighting the challenges faced by the Federal Reserve in balancing inflation control and economic growth [16][27][30]. Market Overview - U.S. stock indices experienced fluctuations, with the Nasdaq composite index showing a significant decline [1]. - The 10-year U.S. Treasury yield reached a high of 4.5%, marking the highest level since February [11][12]. - The Federal Reserve's total assets increased by nearly $4 billion, indicating a potential shift towards quantitative easing [9]. Inflation and Economic Indicators - The U.S. CPI rose by 2.4% year-on-year in March, lower than market expectations, while core CPI increased by 2.8%, the smallest rise since March 2021 [18]. - The article notes that the March CPI may represent the lowest point for the year, with future inflation risks heightened by tariff-induced price increases [19][21]. Tariff Impact - The article emphasizes that U.S. tariff policies are likely to exacerbate inflation pressures and economic risks, with predictions of consumer prices rising significantly due to tariffs [16][22]. - Analysts predict that food prices will be among the first to increase as a result of tariffs, with broader consumer goods expected to follow [22]. Economic Growth Projections - The article cites a reduction in GDP growth forecasts for the U.S., with expectations of a slowdown in non-farm employment growth and an increase in unemployment rates [28]. - The risk of a recession in the U.S. is estimated to be between 30% to 35%, with economic expansion expected to continue but at a much lower rate [28]. Federal Reserve's Dilemma - The Federal Reserve faces a challenging situation, needing to manage inflation without triggering a recession, with concerns that early rate cuts could lead to uncontrolled inflation [26][30]. - The article highlights the uncertainty surrounding the Fed's monetary policy path, which will depend on the impact of tariffs and other economic indicators [29].

Hartnett分析称，为避免引发第二波通胀压力，特朗普政府可能会刻意淡化4月2日的影响。而4月4日的就 业报告将更清晰地显示经济是否实现软着陆，并为4月市场方向提供更可靠的指引，因而更值得市场关 注。 来源 | 华尔街见闻 近期， 市场目光高度聚焦于"4月2日" ，即美国可能升级进口关税的日子。 然而，美国银行策略师Michael Hartnett认为， "4月2日"或被过度炒作，真正的"分水岭"是4月4日公布的 美国3月非农就业数据。 私募股权行业现已与商业地产、小型股和住房市场一道，加入需要美联储迅速且大幅降息的阵营。 Hartnett警告说，如果美国银行指数(BKX)无法守住120点关键支撑位，市场可能面临"巨大风险"。 在最新 "资金流向报告"（Flow Show）中，Hartnett表示，特朗普政府可能会刻意淡化4月2日的影响，而 非像市场预期的那样大肆渲染。 其主要原因是避免引发第二波通胀压力——考虑到通胀仍是美国经济和政治的敏感话题，特朗普政府有 充分动机避免关税政策引发新一轮价格上涨。 相比之下，Hartnett强调4月4日发布的3月就业报告将成为判断经济软着陆或硬着陆的关键指标，并将更 直 ...