Market Overview - In July, the A-share market saw significant gains, with the Shanghai Composite Index, Shenzhen Component Index, and ChiNext Index rising by 3.74%, 5.2%, and 8.14% respectively [1] - The total market capitalization of A-shares reached 104.48 trillion yuan, an increase of 4.43 trillion yuan in a single month [1] Sector Performance - The steel industry was the best-performing sector in July, with a rise of 16.76%, followed by the pharmaceutical and biological sector at 13.93%, and building materials at 13.36% [2][3] - A total of 31 sectors saw positive performance, with only banking, utilities, and transportation sectors experiencing declines of 1.95%, 0.77%, and 0.22% respectively [2] Top Stocks - The top-performing stock in July was Upwind New Material, which saw an increase of over 1080%, including 11 instances of a "20CM" limit-up [1][4] - A total of 3640 stocks had positive returns, with 449 stocks rising over 20% and 84 stocks rising over 50% [4] Notable Stock Movements - Upwind New Material's market capitalization grew from 3.138 billion yuan to 37.14 billion yuan during July, following an announcement of a significant share acquisition by Zhiyuan Robotics [4] - The stock was subject to multiple trading suspensions due to abnormal price fluctuations [4] Future Outlook - Analysts from Everbright Securities suggest that A-share valuations remain attractive compared to risk-free rates, indicating potential for continued upward movement [5] - Huashan Securities emphasizes the importance of focusing on sectors with strong fundamentals and potential for exceeding performance expectations in the upcoming reporting season [5]

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Report Overview - Report Date: July 28, 2025 - Analyst: Zhang Hesheng - Contact Information: Tel: 021 - 53686158; E - mail: zhanghesheng@shzq.com; SAC No.: S0870523100004 [1] Industry Investment Rating - The report continues to be bullish on the bond market and A - share structural opportunities, but no specific industry investment rating is provided [12] Core Viewpoints - Continue to be optimistic about the bond market and A - share structural opportunities. The rapid price increase of commodities such as coal, steel, and building materials is due to the dual positive catalysts of the increasing expectation of supply - side reform and the incremental demand from the Yarlung Zangbo River Hydropower Project. The bond market is not substantially affected by the commodity price increase, and the short - term adjustment provides an opportunity to go long on the bond market. In the stock market, the Politburo meeting at the end of July may introduce some growth - stabilizing policies, and the upcoming Sino - US economic and trade talks in Sweden are expected to keep investors' risk appetite at a high level. There are still investment opportunities in structural sectors such as rare earths, artificial intelligence, innovative drugs, and commodities [12] Market Performance Summary Stock Market - **US Stocks**: In the past week (July 21 - 27, 2025), the Nasdaq, S&P 500, and Dow Jones Industrial Average changed by 1.02%, 1.46%, and 1.26% respectively, and the Nasdaq China Technology Index changed by 1.91% [2] - **Hong Kong Stocks**: The Hang Seng Index changed by 2.27% in the same period [2] - **A - Shares**: The Wind All - A Index rose 2.21%. Among them, the CSI A100, CSI 300, CSI 500, CSI 1000, CSI 2000, and Wind Micro - cap stocks changed by 2.29%, 1.69%, 3.28%, 2.36%, 1.81%, and 3.63% respectively. In terms of sector styles, both blue - chip and growth stocks in the Shanghai and Shenzhen markets rose, and the North Securities 50 Index changed by 2.85% [3] - **Industry Performance**: Among the 30 CITIC industries, 4 industries declined and 26 industries rose. The leading industries were coal, steel, non - ferrous metals, building materials, and construction, with weekly gains of more than 6%. In terms of ETF performance, rare metals, coal, building materials, non - ferrous metals, and Hong Kong securities performed well, with weekly gains of more than 7% [4] Bond Market - **Domestic Interest - Rate Bonds**: In the past week (July 21 - 27, 2025), the 10 - year Treasury bond futures main contract fell 0.56% compared to July 18, 2025. The yield of the 10 - year Treasury bond active bond increased by 6.72 BP to 1.7324% compared to July 18, 2025. The yield curve became steeper [5] - **Funding Price**: As of July 25, 2025, R007 was 1.6937%, up 18.65 BP from July 18, 2025; DR007 was 1.6523%, up 14.56 BP, and the spread between the two increased. The central bank's open - market operations had a net withdrawal of 70.5 billion yuan in the past week [6] - **Bond Market Leverage**: The bond market leverage level increased. The 5 - day average of the inter - bank pledged repurchase volume increased from 7.24 trillion yuan on July 18, 2025, to 7.70 trillion yuan on July 25, 2025 [7] - **US Treasury Bonds**: In the past week (July 21 - 27, 2025), the long - term US Treasury bond yields decreased while the short - term yields increased. As of July 25, 2025, the 10 - year US Treasury bond yield decreased by 4 BP to 4.40%. The yield curve became flatter [8][9] Foreign Exchange and Commodities - **US Dollar**: The US dollar index fell 0.80% in the past week (July 21 - 27, 2025). The US dollar exchange rates against the euro, pound, and yen changed by - 1.00%, - 0.19%, and - 0.76% respectively. The US dollar exchange rates against the offshore and onshore RMB decreased by 0.18% and 0.12% respectively [10] - **Gold**: The international gold price fell, with the London gold spot price falling 0.35% to $3343.5 per ounce and the COMEX gold futures price falling 0.61% to $3329.1 per ounce. The domestic gold price rose, with the Shanghai gold spot price rising 0.09% to 774.21 yuan per gram and the futures price rising 0.01% to 774.70 yuan per gram [10] Trade Negotiation Progress - The US has reached trade agreements with the Philippines, Japan, and the EU. Sino - US trade talks will be held in Sweden from July 27 - 30, 2025, and the follow - up progress is worthy of attention [11]

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights a significant shift in U.S. policy towards Myanmar, particularly regarding the lifting of sanctions against certain allies of the military government, which raises concerns about human rights and geopolitical implications [2][10]. Group 1: U.S. Policy Changes - On July 24, the U.S. lifted sanctions on several allies of Myanmar's military government, indicating a major policy shift [3][4]. - The U.S. Treasury did not provide an explanation for this decision, and the White House did not immediately respond to requests for comments [7][10]. - The action has been described as alarming by human rights organizations, suggesting it undermines previous efforts to penalize the military regime [10]. Group 2: Myanmar's Rare Earth Production - Myanmar is a major producer of rare earth minerals, with a projected production of 31,000 tons in 2024, a decrease of 12,000 tons from 2023, accounting for 7.9% of global production [2][15]. - The country ranks as the third-largest rare earth producer globally, following China and the U.S. [15]. - Rare earth elements are critical for high-tech applications, including defense and consumer electronics, making Myanmar strategically important for U.S. supply diversification efforts [11][12]. Group 3: Geopolitical Implications - The Kachin Independence Army (KIA) controls areas rich in rare earth resources, which may become a focal point in geopolitical competition [12][13]. - The U.S. is actively seeking to diversify its rare earth supply chains, and Myanmar's resources are increasingly under scrutiny [11][12]. - The lifting of sanctions may facilitate access to these resources, despite ongoing calls for the military government to cease violence and engage in dialogue with opposition groups [9][10]. Group 4: Tin Production - Myanmar is also the third-largest tin producer globally, with significant contributions to the global supply chain for semiconductors, 5G communications, and defense industries [17][18]. - The country’s tin resources are primarily located in the Wa region, which accounts for 90% of its production [19].

Domestic Market Overview - The domestic market experienced a low opening followed by a rise, with the Shanghai Composite Index closing at 3605.73 points, up 0.65% [4][9] - The Shenzhen Component Index closed at 11193.06 points, up 1.21%, while the ChiNext Index rose by 1.5% [4][9] - A total of 27 out of 30 sectors in the CITIC index saw gains, with consumer services, non-ferrous metals, and comprehensive finance leading the increases [4][9] - The total trading volume for the A-share market was 18739 billion, showing a slight decrease from the previous day [4][9] Overseas Market Overview - The three major U.S. stock indices closed mixed, with the Dow Jones falling by 0.7%, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq rose by 0.07% and 0.18% respectively [2][4] - Tesla's stock dropped over 8%, and IBM fell more than 7%, leading the declines in the Dow [2][4] - Most Chinese concept stocks declined, with Qifu Technology down over 9% and Haolai down more than 5% [2][4] News Highlights - President Xi Jinping met with European Council President Costa and European Commission President von der Leyen, emphasizing the importance of mutual respect and cooperation between China and Europe [11] - The National Development and Reform Commission and the State Administration for Market Regulation announced improvements to the standards for identifying low-price dumping to regulate market pricing [12] - A document was issued to enhance financial services for rural reform and promote comprehensive rural revitalization [13][14] - The China Securities Investment Fund Industry Association held a meeting to discuss the pension business for 2025, focusing on enhancing the professional service level of public funds [16][19]

Core Insights - A new rare earth mineral called "Ndu Huanghe Mine" has been discovered by a Chinese research team, highlighting the increasing global competition for rare earth resources, which are critical for advanced technology and military applications [1][2] Group 1: Historical Context of Rare Earth Discovery - Rare earth elements, consisting of 17 metals including lanthanides, scandium, and yttrium, have been utilized in various technologies such as mobile screens and military equipment [2][3] - The journey of rare earth discovery began in 1787 with a Swedish officer, Carl Axel Arrhenius, who found a unique black mineral in a quarry, leading to the identification of rare earth elements [4][5] Group 2: Scientific Developments in Rare Earth Research - The discovery of the black mineral initiated a series of scientific investigations, with significant challenges in separating the chemically similar rare earth elements [5][6] - Notable advancements in the 19th century included the isolation of cerium and the systematic analysis of mixed rare earths, leading to the identification of lanthanum, erbium, and terbium [5][6] Group 3: 20th Century Advances and Strategic Importance - The understanding of rare earth elements expanded in the early 20th century, culminating in the identification of all 17 elements, including the elusive 61st element, Promethium, in 1947 [7][8] - The strategic significance of rare earth elements was further emphasized during the Cold War, with substantial investments from the US and Soviet Union in research and development for military applications [8]

Domestic Market Performance - The capital market's risk appetite has been reignited, leading to significant increases in the stock market and certain commodities, while the bond market shows signs of distress [2] - In the domestic commodity market, prices of coking coal, lithium carbonate, glass, and polysilicon have risen over 5%, with coking coal hitting the limit up for the fourth consecutive trading day [2][3] - The futures prices of coking coal, polysilicon, and lithium carbonate are significantly higher than their spot prices, indicating a continued premium in the futures market [2][3] Industry Insights - The "anti-involution" movement is gaining traction, with various industries announcing price increases and regulatory measures to combat excessive competition [4] - The China Coking Industry Association has held multiple meetings to discuss price increases for coking coal, with significant price hikes observed in the futures market [3] - There is a divergence in market expectations for different commodities, with some showing strong near-term performance while others reflect weaker long-term demand [3] Stock Market Trends - The stock market is experiencing rotation among popular sectors, with significant gains in Hainan, rare earths, innovative pharmaceuticals, and small metals [5] - The Shanghai Composite Index and other major indices have shown steady upward trends, indicating strong market sentiment [5][10] - The technology sector continues to perform well, with the STAR Market indices showing notable increases, suggesting a shift of trading funds towards technology stocks [10] Bond Market Dynamics - The bond market is facing pressure from unexpected tightening of liquidity, with the central bank's actions leading to a net withdrawal of funds [6][8] - The bond market has experienced multiple negative factors, including a lack of demand for long-term bonds and significant redemptions from bond funds [7] - The recovery of the bond market is contingent on the central bank's liquidity support and market risk appetite [8] Investment Opportunities - The report highlights potential investment opportunities in sectors benefiting from the "anti-involution" trend, particularly in commodities experiencing price increases [2][4] - The technology sector is identified as a key area for investment, driven by ongoing policy support and strong market narratives [10] - The upcoming macroeconomic events, including policy meetings and trade negotiations, are expected to influence market dynamics and present further investment opportunities [11]

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Market Overview - The A-share market showed a positive trend today, with major indices mostly rising. The Shanghai Composite Index increased by 0.65% to close at 3605.73 points, while the Shenzhen Component rose by 1.21% to 11193.06 points. The Sci-Tech 50 Index and the ChiNext Index also saw gains of 1.17% and 1.50%, closing at 1032.84 points and 2345.37 points respectively [1]. - A total of 4391 stocks rose, while 911 stocks fell, and 113 stocks remained unchanged. The total trading volume in the Shanghai and Shenzhen markets was 18447 billion yuan, a decrease of 198.94 billion yuan compared to the previous trading day [1]. Industry Performance - Among the Shenwan first-level industries, all sectors except for banking, telecommunications, and public utilities experienced gains today. The leading sectors included beauty and personal care, non-ferrous metals, steel, retail, non-bank financials, and social services [1]. - The top-performing concept sectors included Hainan Free Trade Port, selected rare metals, rare earths, rare earth permanent magnets, vaccines, lithium mines, small metals, stock trading software, cobalt mines, duty-free shops, lithium extraction from salt lakes, selected medical services, lithium battery cathodes, and stem cells [1].

Group 1 - Korean individual investors are increasingly enthusiastic about Chinese stocks, with a shift in focus from Japanese and American markets to Chinese markets, driven by the recovery of the Chinese economy and strong performance of tech stocks in Hong Kong [1][2] - The trading volume of Korean investors in Chinese stocks has surged, reaching a cumulative amount of $5.514 billion as of July 17, 2023, surpassing the total for the entire year of 2024 [2][3] - The Hang Seng Index has risen over 16% since the beginning of the year, outperforming both the Korean Composite Index and major U.S. indices, attracting significant capital reallocation [2][3] Group 2 - The preferred stocks among Korean investors include Xiaomi, BYD, and CATL, with net purchases of $160 million, $62.44 million, and $60.85 million respectively as of July 17 [3][4] - A new investment strategy has emerged among Korean investors, focusing on a combination of technology, consumption, and finance sectors, with notable investments in companies like Lao Pu Gold and ICBC [3][4] - The battery sector, particularly CATL, is gaining attention due to perceived technological advancements over local competitors, with investors viewing CATL as a core asset for long-term investment [4][5] Group 3 - Investors are optimistic about the growth potential of Hong Kong stocks, particularly in technology and consumer sectors, as they anticipate more domestic stimulus policies from the Chinese government [5][6] - Korean investors have achieved an average return of 8.62% on Chinese stocks from January 1 to March 14, 2023, the highest among major overseas markets [5][6] - Analysts predict that the second half of the year will see more policy benefits released in China, enhancing the attractiveness of related investment sectors [7]