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Report Industry Investment Ratings - **Macro - finance**: Index futures are recommended to buy on dips; Treasury bonds are expected to trade sideways [1][6] - **Black building materials**: Rebar is for range trading; Iron ore is expected to be oscillating upwards; Coking coal and coke are to trade sideways [1][8][9] - **Non - ferrous metals**: Copper is for range trading or staying on the sidelines; Aluminum is recommended to buy on dips after a pullback; Nickel is suggested to stay on the sidelines or sell on rallies; Tin is for range trading; Gold and silver are for range trading [1][11][17] - **Energy and chemicals**: PVC is expected to oscillate; Soda ash is for shorting 09 and going long on 05 for arbitrage; Caustic soda is expected to oscillate; Styrene is expected to oscillate; Rubber is expected to oscillate; Urea is expected to trade sideways; Methanol is expected to trade sideways; Polyolefins are expected to have wide - range oscillations [1][20][29] - **Cotton - spinning industry chain**: Cotton and cotton yarn are expected to be oscillating upwards; Apples are expected to be oscillating upwards; Jujubes are expected to be oscillating upwards [1][34][35] - **Agriculture and animal husbandry**: Pigs are recommended to sell on rallies; Eggs are recommended to sell on rallies; Corn is expected to have wide - range oscillations; Soybean meal is expected to have range oscillations; Oils are expected to be oscillating upwards [1][36][44] 2. Core Views of the Report - The global economic and political situation, such as the "Trump - Putin meeting", US economic data, and China's monetary policy, has an impact on the financial and commodity markets [6] - The supply and demand fundamentals, cost factors, and policy factors of various commodities determine their price trends and investment strategies [8][20][34] 3. Summaries According to Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Macro - finance - **Index futures**: After a short - term high, the market may oscillate and wash out positions, but the medium - term upward trend remains unchanged. Investors with positions can hold or lock in profits on pullbacks, while those without positions can consider buying on dips [6] - **Treasury bonds**: In the context of the continuous increase in trading volume in the equity market, there are potential risks in the bond market, such as the transfer of funds from funds and wealth management to the equity market and increased frictions in the inter - bank market. Short - term adjustments should be avoided [6] 3.2 Black building materials - **Rebar**: The price is expected to oscillate. The cost is at a neutral level, supply and demand contradictions are not prominent, and attention should be paid to inventory increases, coking coal production resumption, and indirect steel exports [8] - **Iron ore**: The supply is slightly decreasing, and demand remains strong. With the National Day parade expectation, the price is expected to be oscillating upwards [8][9] - **Coking coal and coke**: The supply and demand contradictions of coking coal are not prominent, and the price has limited downside space but may have short - term adjustments. Coke is in a tight supply - demand pattern, and attention should be paid to production restrictions during the parade, iron - water production trends, and raw material price fluctuations [9] 3.3 Non - ferrous metals - **Copper**: The macro environment is favorable, but short - term upward driving forces are insufficient. Low inventory provides support, and the price is expected to be oscillating upwards. The short - term operating range is 78,000 - 79,500 yuan/ton [11][12] - **Aluminum**: The price is expected to be oscillating at a high level. Although there are short - term negative factors, considering the transition from the off - season to the peak season, it is recommended to buy on dips [12] - **Nickel**: The medium - and long - term supply is in surplus, and it is recommended to hold short positions on rallies [16] - **Tin**: The supply gap is improving, and demand is in the off - season. The price is expected to have support, and range trading is recommended, with the reference range of 257,000 - 276,000 yuan/ton for the 09 contract [17] - **Silver and gold**: After the decline in precious metal prices due to factors such as the 7 - month PPI data in the US, there is support below. It is recommended to buy on dips after the price pullback [17][18] 3.4 Energy and chemicals - **PVC**: The cost is at a low - profit level, supply is high, demand is weak, and exports have uncertainties. The price is expected to oscillate in the short term, with the 09 contract temporarily focusing on the 4900 - 5100 range [20][21] - **Caustic soda**: The supply is abundant, demand has rigid support but the growth rate slows down. The price is expected to be oscillating upwards, with the 09 contract temporarily focusing on the 2500 - yuan support level [22] - **Styrene**: The cost and profit are affected by factors such as oil prices and pure - benzene production. Supply has the potential to increase, demand has risks of weakening, and the price is expected to oscillate, temporarily focusing on the 7100 - 7400 range [24] - **Rubber**: The new - rubber release is affected by rain, and there is cost support. However, the inventory - removal speed may slow down in late August. The price is expected to oscillate in the short term, focusing on the 15,200 - 15,600 range [26] - **Urea**: Supply is slightly decreasing, agricultural demand is scattered, and compound - fertilizer demand is increasing. The price has support below and pressure above, and range trading is recommended [27] - **Methanol**: Supply is slightly decreasing, demand from methanol - to - olefins is stable, and traditional demand is weak. The port inventory is accumulating, and the price is expected to be oscillating weakly [29] - **Polyolefins**: The cost has uncertainties, and downstream demand is in the off - season to peak - season transition. The price is expected to be oscillating weakly, with the L2509 contract focusing on the 7200 - 7500 range and the PP2509 contract focusing on the 6900 - 7200 range [29][30] - **Soda ash**: The supply is expected to increase, and the industry is over - capacitated. It is recommended to hold short positions on the 09 contract [32] 3.5 Cotton - spinning industry chain - **Cotton and cotton yarn**: The global cotton supply - demand situation has improved, the macro environment is favorable, and with the approaching peak season, the price is expected to be oscillating upwards [34] - **Apples**: The inventory market is stable and dull, and the early - maturing market has quality differences. Based on low inventory and growth impacts, the price is expected to be oscillating upwards [34][35] - **Jujubes**: The枣树 is in the fruit - swelling stage, and the market has certain trading volumes. The price is expected to oscillate upwards in the near term [35] 3.6 Agriculture and animal husbandry - **Pigs**: The short - term supply is increasing, and demand is in the off - season. The price is oscillating at the bottom. The 09 contract has a long - short game, and it is recommended to wait and see. The 11 and 01 contracts have supply pressure, and it is recommended to short on rallies. Attention should be paid to the long 05 and short 03 arbitrage [36][38] - **Eggs**: The short - term supply is sufficient, which restricts price increases. It is recommended to short on rallies. If the elimination process accelerates, there are opportunities to go long on the 12 and 01 contracts. Overall, it is recommended to short the near - term and go long on the far - term contracts [39][40] - **Corn**: The short - term supply and demand are relatively balanced, and the price is oscillating in the range of 2250 - 2300. Attention should be paid to the 11 - 1 reverse arbitrage [40][42] - **Soybean meal**: The US soybean supply - demand situation is tightening, but the price increase is limited. The domestic supply is abundant in August and September. It is recommended to hold long positions on the M2511 and M2601 contracts and roll them, and spot enterprises should build long positions [43] - **Oils**: Although there are short - term risks of high - level corrections, the overall trend is still upward. It is recommended to buy on dips for the 01 contracts of soybean, palm, and rapeseed oils, and pay attention to the 11 - 01 reverse arbitrage of rapeseed oil [44][50]

Summary of Key Points from the Conference Call Industry Overview - The discussion revolves around the Chinese fiscal system, which consists of four main accounts: General Public Budget (60% share), Government Funds (20% share), State Capital Operating Income, and Social Security Fund. [1][3] Core Insights and Arguments - The General Public Budget is primarily tax-based, with VAT, consumption tax, corporate income tax, and personal income tax contributing approximately 70% of total tax revenue. The reliance on indirect taxes has historically supported production development but may require reform in the current economic context. [1][4][5] - Government Funds mainly derive from land transfer income, which is utilized for real estate and infrastructure spending. [1][9][10] - The Social Security Fund faces a funding gap, relying on fiscal subsidies to cover deficits, which may widen due to an aging population, increasing fiscal pressure. [1][13] - The broad deficit rate in China is nearing historical highs, similar to Japan's situation over the past 30 years, indicating that rapid reductions in the deficit are unlikely without structural economic adjustments and inflation recovery. [1][16][18] - The fiscal policy's effectiveness has gained prominence due to the diminishing impact of monetary policy, particularly in light of changes in the real estate market and household leverage. [2] Important but Overlooked Content - The first account's expenditures are primarily directed towards social security, employment, education, and healthcare, with infrastructure spending decreasing. The deficit remains a concern, with revenues around 21 to 22 trillion yuan and expenditures approximately 27 trillion yuan. [8] - The second account, Government Funds, is heavily reliant on land sales, which constitute about 80% of its income, indicating a significant dependency on real estate for local government financing. [9][10] - The third account, State Capital Operating Income, has seen an increase in profit remittance from state-owned enterprises, with the remittance ratio reaching 50% in 2023. [11] - The fourth account, which includes social insurance, reported a deficit of about 2 trillion yuan in 2023, highlighting the challenges posed by demographic changes. [12][13] - The overall leverage ratio in China is relatively low compared to the US and Japan, suggesting potential for increased leverage, but structural reforms are necessary to ensure effective fund utilization and mitigate future deleveraging pressures. [19] Future Outlook - The fiscal policy is expected to have a significant impact on macroeconomic data in the first half of 2025, with a projected issuance of 14 trillion yuan in government bonds, an increase of 4 trillion yuan year-on-year. However, a reduction in issuance is anticipated in the second half, which may lead to a decline in related economic indicators. [21] - The third quarter will focus on the implementation of policy financial tools, with an expected scale of 300 to 500 billion yuan, and the fourth quarter may see new fiscal measures to stabilize market expectations and improve the economic fundamentals. [21]

Core Viewpoint - China's economy demonstrates resilience and vitality despite facing challenges from external pressures and extreme weather conditions, maintaining a steady development trend [1][6]. Economic Performance - In July, China's industrial output continued to grow, with the industrial added value of large-scale enterprises increasing by 5.7% year-on-year, and high-tech manufacturing and equipment manufacturing sectors growing by 9.3% and 8.4% respectively [2]. - The total import and export volume in July increased by 6.7% year-on-year, reflecting a 1.5 percentage point acceleration compared to the previous month [2]. - Retail sales of consumer goods in July grew by 3.7% year-on-year, with goods retail sales increasing by 4% [2]. Consumer Trends - The "old-for-new" policy has positively impacted consumer behavior, with retail sales of consumer goods in the first half of the year growing by 5.0%, surpassing the previous year's growth by 1.3 percentage points [3]. - The demand for cultural, sports, and entertainment services has increased, contributing to sustained growth in both goods and service consumption [2][3]. Investment Landscape - Fixed asset investment grew by 1.6% year-on-year from January to July, supported by policies promoting large-scale equipment updates [3]. - Investment in equipment and tools increased by 15.2%, indicating robust investment activity despite some regional challenges [3]. Policy Outlook - The government is expected to implement new policies to address economic challenges, including expanding government investment and improving social security measures to boost consumer demand [6][7]. - The introduction of new policy financial tools is anticipated to support infrastructure investment growth, addressing capital shortages for project construction [8]. Fiscal Policy - Fiscal spending growth slowed in the second quarter, with public fiscal expenditure increasing by only 2.6% year-on-year, indicating a need for enhanced fiscal expansion to meet economic growth targets [9]. - Recommendations include accelerating the issuance of special bonds and long-term bonds to ensure effective investment and support economic stability [9].

Core Viewpoint - The report from Huatai Securities indicates that while external demand uncertainty is decreasing due to the reduction of U.S. tariff policy disruptions, the impact of a potential slowdown in global trade activities after the "export grabbing" trend subsides still needs to be observed [1] Group 1: Economic Indicators - From January to June, the broad fiscal expenditure, including general public budgets and government funds, increased by 8.9% year-on-year, a significant improvement compared to a decline of 2.8% in the same period last year, contributing positively to economic growth in the first half of the year [1] - The implementation of "reciprocal tariffs" in early August may significantly raise the U.S. weighted average import tariff level, introducing uncertainty to external demand trends [1] Group 2: Policy Implications - Continuous effective fiscal policy is crucial for stabilizing domestic demand and confidence [1] - The need for timely reinforcement of domestic fiscal measures after initial efforts, as well as the effectiveness of new policy financial tools in boosting investment, are areas of concern [1]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint emphasizes that consumption is a crucial engine for economic growth and a key link in facilitating domestic circulation, highlighting the importance of fiscal measures in boosting consumption [2] - On August 12, the Ministry of Finance, in collaboration with other governmental bodies, released two new policies aimed at promoting consumption through interest subsidies on personal consumption loans and service industry loans [2] - The personal consumption loan interest subsidy covers various sectors including household vehicles, education, and healthcare, with a subsidy rate of 1% for a duration of one year [2][3] Group 2 - The service industry loan interest subsidy focuses on eight major consumption service sectors such as dining, health, and tourism, also offering a 1% subsidy for one year [2] - The Deputy Minister of Finance described these policies as a significant financial support to enhance consumer spending and improve service levels in the consumption sector, likening it to a "national subsidy" [3] - Recent fiscal policies have established a trend where fiscal measures are becoming the cornerstone for boosting consumption and ensuring livelihoods, indicating a need for increased fiscal spending and precision in targeting [4] Group 3 - The implementation of a childcare subsidy program starting January 1, 2025, will provide annual subsidies of 3,600 yuan per child for families with children under three years old, aiming for comprehensive coverage under the three-child policy [4] - A policy for free preschool education will be introduced in the fall semester of 2025, eliminating fees for public kindergarten for the final year, with a focus on increasing government investment [4] - A recent announcement regarding an increase in basic pension levels for retirees, effective January 1, 2025, will see an overall adjustment of 2% based on the average monthly pension of retirees in 2024 [5] Group 4 - The methods of fiscal intervention are becoming increasingly diverse and impactful, with a focus on ensuring that every penny of fiscal spending is directed to areas of greatest need [6] - The potential for fiscal measures to leverage and stimulate consumption remains significant, indicating a proactive approach to economic recovery [6]

Core Viewpoint - The implementation of the personal consumption loan interest subsidy policy by the Ministry of Finance and other departments aims to reduce financing costs in the consumption sector, thereby stimulating consumer spending [1][2]. Group 1: Policy Overview - The personal consumption loan interest subsidy policy represents a significant shift in fiscal policy, focusing more on direct support for households and individuals, such as cash subsidies for child-rearing and targeted subsidies for consumption loans [1][3]. - The subsidy provides a 1% interest reduction, capping at 50% of the loan contract interest rate, effectively lowering the interest rate from approximately 3% to 2% for eligible loans [3]. Group 2: Economic Implications - The relationship between consumer loans and retail consumption growth is complex, with evidence suggesting that while consumer loans may increase during periods of active consumption, they do not necessarily drive consumption growth [2][4]. - Despite a significant reduction in average interest rates for consumer loans from 6% to 3% since 2022, the growth rate of household consumer loans has declined, indicating that lower financing costs may not significantly enhance marginal consumption propensity [2]. Group 3: Competitive Landscape - The subsidy policy primarily benefits large state-owned banks, joint-stock banks, and leading consumer finance companies, potentially creating competitive disadvantages for local banks and smaller consumer finance firms not covered by the policy [3]. - The government has also introduced additional measures to stimulate consumption, including a 500 billion yuan service consumption and elderly care relending program, 300 billion yuan in special bonds for consumption upgrades, and approximately 100 billion yuan in child-rearing subsidies [3].

Group 1 - The recent fiscal policies aim to invest more in people's livelihoods and stimulate consumption to stabilize the economy [2][3] - Starting from January 1, 2025, a monthly subsidy of 300 yuan will be provided for each child under three years old, benefiting over 28 million infants, with a total potential subsidy of up to 10,800 yuan per newborn over three years [2] - The implementation of free preschool education for kindergarten seniors will begin in the fall semester of 2025, directly benefiting around 12 million children, with an estimated increase in fiscal expenditure of approximately 400 billion yuan annually [2][3] Group 2 - The basic pension for retirees has increased by 2%, benefiting about 150 million retired individuals [4] - A total of 3 trillion yuan in special long-term bonds will be allocated in four batches to support consumption, with 690 billion yuan allocated in July and another 690 billion yuan planned for October [4] - The introduction of personal consumption loan interest subsidies and service industry loan interest subsidies aims to reduce credit costs for residents and businesses, thereby promoting consumption and economic circulation [8][9] Group 3 - The personal consumption loan interest subsidy is capped at 3,000 yuan, while the service industry loan interest subsidy is capped at 10,000 yuan, reflecting the government's emphasis on expanding consumption [8][9] - As of July 16, 2025, approximately 280 million people have applied for the consumption subsidy, leading to sales exceeding 1.6 trillion yuan [8] - The interest subsidy policies are expected to leverage fiscal funds effectively, enhancing the efficiency of fiscal spending and stimulating both demand and supply in the economy [9][10]

Core Viewpoint - A series of fiscal policies have been introduced to invest more financial resources in people's livelihoods, promote consumption, and stabilize the economy [3][4]. Group 1: Childcare Subsidies - Starting from January 1, 2025, a monthly childcare subsidy of 300 yuan will be provided for infants under three years old, benefiting over 28 million children, with a total potential subsidy of up to 10,800 yuan per newborn over three years [3][4]. - The Ministry of Finance estimates that the childcare subsidy policy will increase fiscal spending by approximately 100 billion yuan annually, with the central government covering about 90% of the costs [3][4]. Group 2: Free Preschool Education - From the autumn semester of 2025, the fees for kindergarten classes will be waived, directly benefiting around 12 million children, with an estimated fiscal expenditure of about 200 billion yuan for one semester [3][4]. Group 3: Pension Increases and Consumption Support - A 2% increase in basic pensions has been implemented, benefiting approximately 150 million retirees [5]. - A total of 300 billion yuan in special long-term bonds will be allocated in four batches to support consumption through trade-in programs [5]. Group 4: Loan Subsidy Policies - The implementation of personal consumption loan and service industry loan interest subsidies at 1% per year, with maximum subsidies of 3,000 yuan and 10,000 yuan respectively, aims to reduce credit costs for residents and businesses [7][8]. - As of July 16, 2025, approximately 280 million people have applied for the consumption subsidy, leading to sales exceeding 1.6 trillion yuan [7][8]. Group 5: Economic Impact and Expert Insights - Experts believe that the interest subsidy policies will leverage fiscal funds to enhance consumption, particularly in the service sector, by addressing both demand and supply sides [8][9]. - The initial implementation of consumption loan subsidies in Sichuan province showed an increase in loan growth from 7.2% to 8.1% in the first month [9].

Fiscal Policy - The government's net financing from bonds has reached 9.5 trillion, surpassing any year except 2023 and 2024, with an additional 4-5 trillion expected to be issued this year [1] - The issuance of government bonds is expected to accelerate, while special bonds will maintain a steady issuance pace similar to previous years [1] - There is a likelihood of additional government bond issuance in the second half of the year to support economic resilience, potentially through special treasury bonds or increased deficits [1] Monetary Policy - A prediction of stock liquidity easing in the second half of the year, but the overall impact may not be as significant as previously anticipated due to financial stability constraints [1] - The central bank is expected to restart bond purchases in the third quarter, primarily due to a lack of long-term liquidity tools [2] - The bank's net interest margin is a significant factor limiting the extent of interest rate reductions, with a focus on the sustainability of banks' profitability [2] Bond Market Outlook - The bond market is currently in a state of oscillation, with strategies suggested for gradually increasing long-term bond holdings at high yield points and reducing them at low yield points [3] - The yield curve is at a relatively high level compared to the year, indicating a neutral to low historical position, with financial stability being a key constraint on monetary policy [2][3]

Report Industry Investment Rating No information provided in the content. Core Viewpoints - In August, liquidity has become a key factor in the bond market. The linkage between risky assets and the bond market has continued for some time, and in the medium - to long - term, the bond market is still priced based on fundamentals. Risky assets' strength is a short - term disturbance. If liquidity is stable, changes in funds flowing to risky assets are not the key to the bond market. An abundant liquidity environment is more likely to lead to a "double - bull" market for stocks and bonds. Attention should be paid to the central bank's operations, large banks' net lending levels, and the liability - side stability of bond funds and other broad - based funds [1][2]. - Although there are disturbances such as government bond supply, certificate of deposit (CD) maturities, and tax payments in August, there are also clear supporting factors. It is expected that the central bank will use various tools to maintain the stability of the money market, and the central level of money market rates will remain in a low - level volatile pattern, but special - time fluctuations need attention [4]. Summary by Directory 1. August: Liquidity Becomes a Key Factor in the Bond Market - Since July, the linkage between stocks, commodities, and bonds has attracted market attention. Liquidity plays a dual role in the stock - bond market linkage. Abundant liquidity benefits both markets, while changes in risk appetite and equity returns drive asset reallocation, causing some bond market funds to flow into stocks and commodities [1][8]. - In late July, high inter - bank liquidity demand and the rise of stocks and commodities suppressed the bond market. At the beginning of August, loose liquidity led to a "double - bull" market for stocks and bonds. From August 11 - 13, the relationship between stocks and bonds changed from a "seesaw" to a "double - bull" situation. On August 11, the central bank's large - scale net withdrawal in the open market and the strength of risky assets dragged down bond market sentiment. On August 13, the bond market showed resilience [1][8][9]. - In the second half of August, the bond market lacks a new narrative. Liquidity will continue to be crucial. The sustainability of risky assets' performance remains to be seen. If liquidity is stable, it won't be the key to the bond market. An abundant liquidity environment is more likely to lead to a "double - bull" market. Attention should be paid to the central bank's operations, large banks' net lending levels, and the liability - side stability of bond funds [2][14]. 2. July: Turbulence in the Money Market - In July, the money market had a "roller - coaster" ride, with funds loosening at the beginning, tightening in the middle, and then fluctuating again in the late stage. The central bank's operations were more targeted, with more precise and flexible liquidity injections [15]. - In terms of money prices, overnight money rates often ran below the policy rate but rose during tax payments and at the end of the month. The 7 - day money rate's central level declined, and the 7 - day money rate's stratification phenomenon was more prominent, while the overnight money rate's stratification was similar to the previous month [17]. - In terms of money quantity, the net lending of large state - owned banks decreased, while the lending of money market funds and wealth management products increased. The microstructure of money lending changed, increasing the volatility of overnight money rates [30]. - Factors affecting money supply and demand in July included precise and targeted open - market operations, government bond issuance (which decreased month - on - month but remained high year - on - year), high CD maturities with stable issuance prices, and a structural differentiation in credit in July after an unexpected increase in June [35][40][46]. 3. Current Concerns about the Money Market - Historically, August has a relatively low central level of money market rates in the second half of the year. In 2022 and 2023, there were large fluctuations at the end of August due to external policy variables [53]. - Currently, there are several concerns: high CD maturities above 3 trillion yuan in August, but banks' liability - side pressure is neutral, and the demand for price - increasing issuance is limited; continued government bond supply pressure, with the central bank likely to use various tools to maintain money market stability; and over 1.2 trillion yuan of medium - to long - term liquidity maturing in August, but a 70 - billion - yuan 3 - month buy - out reverse repurchase was carried out on August 8 [61][62][64]. - Although there are disturbances in August, there are also supporting factors such as seasonal factors and the central bank's support. It is expected that the central level of money market rates will remain low - level volatile, but attention should be paid to fluctuations at special times [66].