Core Viewpoint - Elon Musk publicly criticized the large-scale spending bill proposed by the Republican Party, calling it "disgusting" and stating that it would exacerbate the already significant U.S. federal deficit, which he estimated could reach $2.5 trillion [2][10]. Group 1: Musk's Criticism - Musk expressed his frustration on social media, labeling the spending bill as absurd and filled with political manipulation, and stated that those who supported it were shameful [2][4]. - He highlighted that the U.S. government's budget deficit has increased from $236 billion in 2000 to $1.83 trillion in 2024, a growth of over 6.7 times [2][10]. Group 2: Legislative Context - The spending bill, referred to as the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," narrowly passed in the House of Representatives by a single vote [10]. - The bill aims to extend tax cuts from Trump's first term, increase the debt ceiling by $4 trillion, and impose work requirements on Medicaid, among other provisions [11]. Group 3: Economic Implications - The Congressional Budget Office predicted that the bill would add $2.3 trillion to the national debt, with a potential increase in the debt exceeding $3 trillion [11]. - The bill is expected to reduce resources for the lowest-income households by 4% while increasing resources for the highest-income households by 2% [11].

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the recent volatility in the U.S. Treasury bond market, highlighting the significant fluctuations in yields and the underlying factors driving these changes, particularly the impact of tax legislation and fiscal concerns [2][6][10]. Group 1: Treasury Yield Movements - The 30-year U.S. Treasury yield surged above 5.1%, nearing a 20-year high, before experiencing a notable drop below 5% on May 27, marking the largest single-day decline since March [2][5]. - On May 27, yields across various maturities fell, with the 30-year yield decreasing by 8.65 basis points to 4.951% [5]. - Following a brief recovery, yields rose again on May 28 due to disappointing results from a Japanese bond auction, with the 10-year yield approaching 4.5% and the 30-year yield again challenging the 5% mark [5][8]. Group 2: Factors Influencing Yield Fluctuations - The volatility in U.S. Treasury yields has been primarily driven by fiscal factors, including a proposed tax cut legislation and disappointing results from Japanese bond auctions [6][10]. - The U.S. House of Representatives narrowly passed a significant tax and spending bill, which is expected to exacerbate the federal deficit, raising concerns about long-term fiscal sustainability [10][11]. - The Congressional Budget Office estimates that the proposed tax cuts could increase the federal debt by approximately $3.8 trillion over the next decade, contributing to a potential "fiscal cliff" scenario [12]. Group 3: Market Reactions and Future Outlook - Despite a temporary easing of market concerns following a successful auction of two-year Treasury bonds, long-term worries about U.S. fiscal health remain prevalent [15]. - Analysts warn that the proposed tax cuts could lead to a significant increase in the federal deficit, with projections indicating a deficit increase of $614 billion in 2026 and $561 billion in 2027 [16]. - The relationship between the U.S. deficit and Treasury yields is expected to remain stable, with a 1% increase in the deficit correlating to a 0.78% rise in 10-year Treasury yields [16].

Group 1 - The current U.S. federal debt has surpassed $36 trillion, with a debt-to-GDP ratio exceeding 120% [1] - Moody's has downgraded the U.S. sovereign credit rating from Aaa to Aa1, indicating concerns over fiscal sustainability [1] - The U.S. fiscal deficit reached $1.147 trillion in the first five months of fiscal 2025, a 38% year-on-year increase, with interest payments rising 10% to $478 billion [1] Group 2 - Short-term predictions for 30-year U.S. Treasury yields are expected to remain between 5% and 5.5%, while 10-year yields are projected to fluctuate between 4.5% and 5% [2] - Goldman Sachs has raised its forecast for 10-year Treasury yields to 4.5%, driven by sustained economic growth and a tight labor market [2] - Long-term projections suggest that if the debt-to-GDP ratio exceeds 130%, 10-year yields could challenge 6% [2] Group 3 - High Treasury yields are expected to impact global financial markets, leading to a revaluation of corporate debt and increased financing costs [4] - The weakening of U.S. Treasury credit may accelerate diversification of foreign exchange reserves among central banks [4] - U.S. unilateral tariffs are causing trade partners to retaliate, increasing global supply chain costs and potentially reducing global economic growth [4] Group 4 - China is advised to reduce its concentration in U.S. Treasuries by increasing allocations to gold and non-U.S. sovereign debt [6] - There is a focus on reducing long-term U.S. Treasury exposure and increasing investments in inflation-protected securities [6] - China is encouraged to promote the expansion of the IMF and the use of multilateral clearing systems to decrease reliance on the U.S. dollar [6]

Core Viewpoint - Elon Musk expressed disappointment over the recent large-scale tax and spending bill passed by the U.S. House of Representatives, stating it does not reduce the budget deficit and instead increases it, undermining government efficiency efforts [1][3] Group 1: Legislative Details - The bill, supported by President Trump, is designed to extend tax cuts for businesses and individuals implemented during Trump's first term in 2017, provide new tax breaks for tips and auto loans, increase defense spending, and allocate more funds to combat illegal immigration [3] - The legislation will also repeal several green energy incentives promoted by former President Biden and raise the eligibility thresholds for healthcare and food assistance programs for low-income groups to cut federal spending [3] Group 2: Financial Implications - According to the Congressional Budget Office, the bill is projected to increase the budget deficit by $3.8 trillion by 2034 [3] - The U.S. national debt has reached $36.2 trillion, and Moody's downgraded the U.S. sovereign credit rating from Aaa to Aa1 due to rising government debt and interest expenditures [3]

Group 1 - China has reduced its holdings of US Treasury bonds for the third consecutive month, with the amount falling to the lowest level since 2009, totaling $767.4 billion after a decrease of $7.6 billion in March [1] - In contrast, Japan increased its holdings by $19.9 billion to $1.19 trillion, while the UK raised its holdings by $26.8 billion to a record high of $728.1 billion [1] - Concurrently, the People's Bank of China has been making significant purchases of gold, indicating a strategic shift in asset allocation [1][2] Group 2 - China's strict control over domestic gold flows has led to a record import of 127.5 metric tons of gold in April, marking a 73% increase, alongside a new record of 11.5 metric tons of platinum imports [2] - Analysts highlight that the US is facing a structural crisis of dollar credit and debt, with long-term fiscal deficits leading to an imbalance in Treasury supply and demand, posing threats of economic recession and hyperinflation [3] - The importance of gold as a stable asset to hedge against dollar volatility is emphasized, as China aims to diversify its foreign exchange reserves and reduce reliance on US Treasury bonds [6][8] Group 3 - The ongoing reduction of US Treasury holdings by China may exert additional pressure on the US economy, signaling a decline in confidence in dollar assets, which could lead to a cautious approach from other investors towards US debt [8] - The historical context of US presidents expressing concern over rising national debt without taking substantial action is noted, with the current national debt reaching an alarming $36 trillion [6] - The internationalization of the renminbi is accelerating as China's economic influence grows, necessitating a diversified foreign exchange reserve system [6][8]

Investment Rating - Industry rating is maintained at "Outperform" [2] Core Viewpoints - The global risk appetite has begun to recover following the significant reduction of bilateral tariffs between China and the US on May 12, leading to a temporary strengthening of risk assets, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average rising by 1% and the Nasdaq increasing by 4.5% from May 12 to May 23 [3][10] - Despite the recovery in US equities, the dollar assets outside the US have not shown significant capital favor, with the dollar index declining by 2.6% during the same period, falling below the 100 mark [3][12] - The US credit rating was downgraded by Moody's on May 15, reflecting increased concerns over government debt and interest payment ratios, marking a complete downgrade by all three major rating agencies [4][14] - A large-scale fiscal spending bill was passed by the US House of Representatives on May 22, which is expected to increase federal debt by approximately $3.8 trillion over the next decade [5][15] - The combination of high inflation, high interest rates, and high debt levels in the US raises concerns about the sustainability of economic data, with potential adverse effects on the private sector [6][18] - Gold is viewed as a preferred asset in the current environment, with expectations that its value will continue to rise as market focus shifts back to fiscal and debt sustainability risks [6][19] Summary by Sections Section 1: Global Economic Environment - The reduction of tariffs has led to a recovery in global risk appetite, with notable increases in US stock indices [3][10] - The dollar index has weakened, indicating a lack of significant capital inflow into dollar assets [3][12] Section 2: US Fiscal Policy and Credit Rating - Moody's downgrade of the US credit rating reflects growing concerns over fiscal discipline and debt levels [4][14] - The passage of a major fiscal spending bill is expected to exacerbate federal debt levels significantly [5][15] Section 3: Market Reactions and Asset Preferences - The current economic environment characterized by high inflation and debt levels may lead to a deterioration of hard economic data [6][18] - Gold is increasingly seen as a safe-haven asset, with expectations for its price to rise as market concerns about fiscal sustainability grow [6][19]

Core Points - The U.S. House of Representatives passed a large tax and spending bill with a narrow margin, which has sparked controversy due to significant cuts to social security funding and concerns over increasing federal deficits [1][2][3] - The bill aims to extend tax cuts from Trump's first term, provide new tax deductions, increase defense spending, and allocate more funds for immigration enforcement while cutting green energy incentives and raising eligibility thresholds for medical assistance and food aid [1][2] Group 1 - The bill includes a reduction of nearly $800 billion in medical assistance funding, which is expected to have a significant political risk as it affects a large portion of the population relying on this program for health insurance [2][3] - The Congressional Budget Office estimates that if the bill becomes law, the lowest 10% of households will see a decrease in resources, while the highest 10% will benefit [2] - The bill is projected to increase federal debt by approximately $3 trillion compared to a baseline scenario where Trump's tax cuts would not be extended [3] Group 2 - The U.S. national debt has reached $36.2 trillion, and Moody's has downgraded the U.S. sovereign credit rating from Aaa to Aa1 due to rising debt and interest expenses [3] - The bond market has shown volatility, with the 30-year Treasury yield rising to 5.15%, reflecting investor concerns over the federal government's debt issues [4] - Federal Reserve officials have expressed the need for the government to adhere to fiscal discipline, warning that the current deficit levels are unsustainable [4]

新华财经北京5月23日电美国国会众议院周四（5月22日）通过大规模减税法案，对美国联邦债务规模将 大幅提高的担忧情绪令投资者继续抛售美债，10年期美债收益率盘中升至4.62%，续创2月以来新高。 近几日飙升的20年期和30年期美债收益率盘中也分别触及5.16%的2023年10月以来新高，和5.15%的 2007年6月以来新高。 美国国会众议院22日以微弱优势通过一项大规模税收与支出法案。美国联邦预算问责委员会对这项法案 深表担忧，警告说，众议院的预算框架是"对财政责任的公然蔑视"，该法案不仅将令国债激增3万亿美 元以上，还埋下大规模减税与支出政策到期形成的"财政悬崖"隐患，即如果延续这些政策，可能将再度 耗费数万亿美元。最新数据显示，美国国债规模已攀升至36.2万亿美元。 自穆迪上周末下调美国主权信用评级以来，对美国预算赤字的担忧持续加重，债券投资者认为在关税将 加剧通胀的背景下，减税法案会给已经下跌的债券带来额外压力。周三的20年期长债发行结果惨淡，则 令本就脆弱的美债投资者信心再遭重创。 Argent资本管理公司投资组合经理 Jed Ellerbroek在接受采访时表示，"从短期来看，这项税收法案对经 济 ...

Core Viewpoint - Moody's has downgraded the U.S. sovereign credit rating from Aaa to Aa1 due to deteriorating fiscal conditions, while the White House continues to push for a large tax cut that may increase federal debt by trillions of dollars [1] Group 1: U.S. Debt Situation - The total U.S. federal debt has surpassed $36 trillion, with approximately one-quarter of this debt maturing within the current year, heightening the risk of federal debt [1] - Analysts indicate that the U.S. is trapped in a structural dilemma of dollar credit and debt crisis, with long-term fiscal deficits leading to an imbalance in the supply and demand of government bonds [1] - The crisis is characterized by a persistent state where the supply of U.S. Treasury bonds exceeds demand, which is likely to result in rising bond yields [1] Group 2: Economic Implications - The U.S. government and financial sector have been depleting dollar credit over the years, with the extent of damage to the dollar being difficult to quantify [2] - The issuance of government bonds and quantitative easing aimed to rescue the economy from crises, leading to a phase where the economy is in a state of stagnation [2] - There is a growing concern that a loss of confidence in U.S. national credit may trigger active selling of U.S. Treasury bonds, which has already begun to manifest [2] Group 3: Future Risks - If the debt ceiling is not raised, the U.S. could face economic recession and a "debt cliff" scenario; conversely, raising the ceiling would lead to an accumulation of debt that may require solutions like direct money printing, potentially causing hyperinflation [2] - The U.S. is caught between the threats of economic recession and inflation, which will further exacerbate the risks associated with U.S. Treasury bonds [2]

经过表决前最后一刻的修修补补，特朗普2.0任期计划出台的标志性减税法案终于在美国众议院涉险过关，以赞成票仅比反对票多一票的微弱优势被送往参 议院。 议案在众院获批后，包括美国总统特朗普在内的共和党人暂时欢呼胜利。而面对美国政府负债加剧的争议，以及共和党党内的斗争，这项提出大规模减税与 支出的法案若要在参议院顺利通关，看来还难度不小。参议院的共和党人已经承诺，要对众议院通过的议案版本作出一些改动，那意味着在参议院必然会有 一番"撕扯"。 市场观察人士担忧，该法案的举措可能扩大美国政府的预算赤字，导致美债市场承受更大压力。毕竟，从本周三开始，30年期美国国债的收益率就稳处 5.0%上方，在周四回落以前，连日创2023年10月以来新高。 215票对214票，上千页篇幅减税案临"闯关"前数十处修改 据新华社报道，当地时间5月22日周四，美国众议院以215票赞成、214票反对的表决结果通过一项大规模税收与支出法案。所有民主党议员和两名共和党议 员投了反对票，另有一名共和党议员投弃权票。 法案获得众议院通过后，就此被提交参议院，接下来，将由参议院决定，它能否被送往特朗普的办公桌签字成为立法。 华尔街见闻此前提到，减税案进 ...