Group 1: Manufacturing Sector - The manufacturing production index increased by over 4 percentage points, reaching above 54%, maintaining above 50% for 10 consecutive months [1] - The manufacturing PMI for May was reported at 49.5%, up 0.5 percentage points from the previous month, indicating a recovery in manufacturing activity [1] - The new export orders index rose to 47.5%, an increase of 2.8 percentage points, suggesting a slowdown in the decline of manufacturing exports [4] - The production index for manufacturing returned to the expansion zone at 50.7%, up 0.9 percentage points from the previous month [5] - Large enterprises reported a PMI of 50.7%, with a production index increase of 1.7 percentage points, indicating a strong recovery in supply and demand [5] Group 2: Non-Manufacturing Sector - The non-manufacturing business activity index was at 50.3%, a slight decrease of 0.1 percentage points, but still indicating expansion [10] - The civil engineering construction industry saw a significant increase in new export orders, with the business activity index rising to over 60% [10] - The telecommunications services business activity index rose to over 60%, reflecting strong demand in the sector [10][11] - The information services sector continues to show growth potential, supported by policy measures and sustained market demand [11]

自4月25日召开的中共中央政治局会议提出"要加紧实施更加积极有为的宏观政策"以来，金融部门快速 响应，在5月集中发布一揽子金融政策支持稳市场稳预期。目前，降准降息、新的结构性货币政策工 具、债券市场"科技板"等政策措施陆续落地。尽管一揽子金融政策举措正在持续发挥政策效能，但考虑 到部分领域的结构性矛盾依然有待解决，新型政策性金融工具仍有出台必要，市场机构预计在二季度落 地。新型政策性金融工具或创新支持稳定外贸和扩大有效投资。在受访专家看来，财政货币政策有望提 供配套支持，通过扩张抵押补充贷款(PSL)和中央财政贴息支持新工具实施。(人民财讯) ...

Group 1 - The core viewpoint is that China's equity assets are entering an annual-level bull market, expected to begin in Q4 2025, with both fiscal and monetary policies expanding simultaneously in major global economies [1][8] - The capital market ecosystem in China is significantly improving, with increasing attractiveness of Chinese assets, and a more coordinated investment and financing environment is being established [2][3] - The overall economic growth in China is projected to achieve a 5.0% increase in 2025, with macro policies expected to be proactive in supporting this growth [4][5] Group 2 - The strategy for investment should focus on reshaping the Hong Kong and A-share allocation, increasing the proportion of Hong Kong stocks, and returning to core assets, particularly leading companies in emerging and traditional industries [1][8] - Key long-term trends to focus on include the enhancement of China's independent technological capabilities, the reconstruction of European defense, and the acceleration of social security improvements in China to stimulate domestic demand [9] - The timing for entering the market is suggested to be critical around the end of Q3 to Q4, coinciding with the anticipated bull market [1][8]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the article is that China's macroeconomic policy will become more proactive, with room for further cuts in reserve requirement ratios and interest rates [1] Group 2 - The event discussed is the opening of the CITIC Securities 2025 Capital Market Forum in Shanghai [1] - The chief economist and FICC chief analyst of CITIC Securities, Mingming, provided insights on the macroeconomic policy direction [1]

Core Insights - The macroeconomic policies in China are being intensified to address insufficient domestic demand and increased external shocks, with a focus on enhancing corporate financing needs and investment willingness [2][4][6] CPI - In April 2025, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose from -0.7% to -0.1%, aligning with market expectations, primarily due to the impact of tariff policies and falling international oil prices [4] - The core CPI remained low at 0.5%, indicating a weak domestic price level, prompting continued monetary and fiscal policy efforts to stimulate consumption and investment [4] PPI - The Producer Price Index (PPI) fell to -2.7% in April, marking a decline for two consecutive months, influenced by international factors and insufficient domestic demand [6] - The central government has proposed more proactive macro policies to counteract these challenges, including a package of financial policies aimed at boosting domestic demand [6] PMI - The Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) dropped to 49.0%, indicating a contraction in manufacturing activity, with declines in production and new orders [8] - The non-manufacturing PMI also decreased to 50.4%, reflecting a slowdown in the service and construction sectors [8] Fixed Asset Investment - Fixed asset investment in the first four months of 2025 grew by 4.0% year-on-year, with manufacturing investment contributing significantly to overall growth [12] - Real estate investment showed a larger decline, while infrastructure investment remained stable due to government policy support [12] Credit - New RMB loans in April totaled 280 billion, a decrease of 450 billion year-on-year, with corporate loans being the main drag on credit growth [15] - The decline in consumer loans indicates weak consumer sentiment, while medium to long-term loans are affected by real estate market conditions [15] M2 - The broad money supply (M2) grew by 8.0% in April, reflecting an expansion in monetary supply supported by policy measures [19] - The growth rate of M2 outpaced that of narrow money (M1), indicating limited improvement in corporate liquidity and cautious investment sentiment [19]

Report Summary 1) Report Industry Investment Rating No explicit industry investment rating is provided in the report. 2) Core Views - For building materials, it is expected to have an oscillating and sorting operation. The price center of building materials has been moving downward. In the pattern of weak supply and demand, the market sentiment is also pessimistic, and this year's winter storage is rather sluggish, with weak support for prices [4]. - For aluminum ingots, the price is expected to have a short - term strong - side oscillation. The inventory in the East China region has been decreasing, and holders generally have a strong willingness to hold up prices, but the downstream buying has weakened. In the Central China market, the consumption is showing a weakening trend [4]. 3) Summary by Relevant Catalogs Building Materials - **Production Disruption**: Yunnan - Guizhou region's short - process construction steel enterprises are expected to affect a total of 741,000 tons of construction steel output during the Spring Festival shutdown. In Anhui Province, 6 short - process steel mills have shutdown or will shutdown, with a daily output impact of about 16,200 tons during the shutdown [3][4]. - **Real Estate Transaction**: From December 30, 2024, to January 5, 2025, the total transaction area of newly built commercial housing in 10 key cities was 2.234 million square meters, a 40.3% decrease from the previous period and a 43.2% increase year - on - year [4]. - **Market Performance**: Building materials continued to oscillate downward yesterday, reaching a new low. In the context of weak supply and demand, the market sentiment is pessimistic, and this year's winter storage is sluggish, with weak price support. The view is an oscillating and sorting operation [4]. - **Later Concerns**: Macro - policies and downstream demand [4]. Aluminum Ingots - **Market Performance**: Yesterday, the aluminum price moved within a range. In the East China region, due to the decreasing inventory, holders have a strong willingness to hold up prices, but the downstream buying is weakening, and the market transaction is becoming lighter. In the Central China market, the consumption is showing a weakening trend, and the spot premium is under pressure [4]. - **Inventory Situation**: On May 26, 2025, the inventory of electrolytic aluminum ingots in the mainstream consumption areas in China was 534,000 tons, a decrease of 23,000 tons from last Thursday and 51,000 tons from last Monday. In the short term, the inventory is expected to continue to decrease, but there is an expectation of inventory accumulation in the off - season [4]. - **Industry Operation**: The operating rate of leading aluminum processing enterprises in China decreased slightly by 0.2 percentage points to 61.4% last week, with different trends in each sector [4]. - **Later Concerns**: Changes in macro - expectations, development of geopolitical crises, resumption of production at the mine end, and consumption release [5].

Core Viewpoint - The strong performance of the Renminbi (RMB) continues, with both onshore and offshore RMB exchange rates surpassing 7.17, marking the highest level since November 2024 [1][2]. Exchange Rate Performance - As of May 26, the onshore RMB closed at 7.1843, up 52 points from the previous trading day, with an intraday high of 7.1674. The offshore RMB reached a high of 7.1616, averaging 7.17. In May, the onshore RMB rose by 906 basis points, while the offshore RMB increased by over 1,000 points [1]. - The People's Bank of China set the RMB to USD central parity rate at 7.1833 on May 26, a significant increase of 86 points, the largest adjustment since January of this year [1]. Factors Influencing RMB Strength - The recent appreciation of the RMB is attributed to the ongoing depreciation of the US dollar, driven by concerns over the US fiscal health and the impact of proposed tariffs by the Trump administration [2][3]. - Domestic macroeconomic policies, including interest rate cuts and accelerated fiscal spending, have bolstered the resilience of the Chinese economy against external fluctuations, providing internal support for the RMB [2]. Market Dynamics - Analysts note that the appreciation of the RMB is influenced by the strengthening of other Asian currencies, such as the Korean won, and the easing of external depreciation pressures due to positive developments in US-China trade talks [3]. - The narrowing of the exchange rate gap between onshore and offshore RMB indicates strong motivation among overseas institutions to support RMB appreciation [3]. Economic Implications - Continuous RMB appreciation can enhance its attractiveness and reflect market confidence in the Chinese economy, potentially benefiting the stock market. However, it may also reduce the competitiveness of export goods, impacting domestic employment [3]. - Maintaining a stable RMB exchange rate is crucial, with a focus on expanding domestic demand and reducing reliance on exports, as excessive appreciation or depreciation could destabilize the Chinese economic fundamentals [3][4]. Future Outlook - The future trajectory of the RMB will largely depend on the progress of US-China trade negotiations and the performance of the US dollar. The complexity of resolving high tariff issues suggests that RMB fluctuations will continue, but the likelihood of sustained unilateral appreciation is low [4]. - The RMB is expected to experience a dual-directional fluctuation process against the dollar, with relatively smaller amplitude compared to other major currencies, indicating a more stable outlook [4].

Economic Performance and Tax Revenue - China's economy is showing a positive trend, providing strong support for tax revenue growth [1][3] - In April, national tax revenue increased by 1.9%, marking the first month of positive growth after a period of decline [1][3] - The growth in tax revenue aligns with improved economic indicators such as industrial added value and retail sales [1] Industry-Specific Tax Revenue - Certain industries, particularly equipment manufacturing, are maintaining strong tax revenue performance, reflecting their robust development [2] - In April, the added value of the equipment manufacturing industry grew by 9.8%, contributing 55.9% to the growth of large-scale industry [2] - Tax policies supporting technological innovation and manufacturing have resulted in significant tax reductions and refunds, totaling 424.1 billion yuan in the first quarter [2] Macroeconomic Policy and Fiscal Measures - The central government is implementing more proactive macroeconomic policies to sustain economic recovery and tax revenue growth [3][4] - Fiscal spending in the first four months of the year has been the fastest since 2020, aimed at boosting economic activity and ensuring livelihood support [3] - Continued emphasis on expanding domestic demand and supporting new productive forces is crucial for maintaining economic stability [3] Fiscal and Tax System Reforms - To promote fiscal revenue growth, reforms in the fiscal and tax system are necessary, particularly to enhance local financial autonomy [4] - There is a focus on improving the efficiency of fund usage and policy effectiveness through better fiscal management practices [4] - The interaction between economic performance and tax revenue is emphasized, with a positive cycle expected as proactive policies are implemented [4]

Report Summary 1) Report Industry Investment Rating No specific industry investment rating is provided in the report. 2) Report's Core View - For building materials, the price is expected to move in a volatile and consolidating manner, with its center of gravity shifting downward and showing a weak performance [1][2]. - For aluminum ingots, the price is expected to fluctuate strongly in the short - term range, and attention should be paid to macro - sentiment and downstream start - up [3]. 3) Summary According to Relevant Content Building Materials - **Production Impact**: Yunnan - Guizhou short - process construction steel enterprises' shutdown during the Spring Festival is expected to affect 741,000 tons of building steel production. In Anhui, 6 short - process steel mills have different shutdown schedules, with a daily production impact of about 16,200 tons during shutdown [1][2]. - **Market Transaction Data**: From December 30, 2024, to January 5, 2025, the total transaction area of new commercial housing in 10 key cities was 2.234 million square meters, a 40.3% decrease from the previous period and a 43.2% increase year - on - year [2]. - **Price Trend**: Building materials continued to oscillate downward yesterday, reaching a new low. In the context of weak supply and demand and pessimistic market sentiment, the price center has been continuously shifting downward, and this year's winter storage is sluggish, providing little price support [2]. Aluminum Ingots - **Alumina Situation**: Last week, southern alumina enterprises had concentrated maintenance and production cuts, with the operating capacity decreasing by 2.9 million tons/year compared to the previous period. Alumina enterprises have been facing losses, and the spot price has continued to rebound due to tightened supply and strong price - holding intentions [2]. - **Bauxite Event**: The revocation of some mining rights in Guinea has affected the supply of bauxite. The specific impact needs to be evaluated, and it may provide short - term emotional support to the cost of alumina [2][3]. - **Inventory Status**: On May 19, the inventory of electrolytic aluminum ingots in major domestic consumption areas was 585,000 tons, an increase of 4,000 tons from last Thursday and a decrease of 16,000 tons from last Monday. The subsequent inventory trend depends on the matching of downstream export order restocking demand and incoming goods [2].

Group 1 - The core viewpoint is that recent economic indicators for April demonstrate the resilience of China's economy, with some data exceeding market expectations, particularly an 8.1% year-on-year increase in goods exports in USD terms [1] - Despite a decline in exports and imports with the US by 21% and 13% respectively, exports to non-US regions have significantly increased, indicating a need to reassess the impact of tariffs on the economy in May and June [1] - The expectation for further policy easing may need to be re-evaluated based on the stable growth in production and demand, contrary to previous market expectations of economic pressure [1] Group 2 - The next phase will see more proactive fiscal policies and moderately loose monetary policies, with a focus on stabilizing the domestic economic cycle, particularly through the real estate market [2] - From January to April, general public budget expenditure increased by 4.6%, while government fund budget expenditure rose by 17.7%, indicating a broad fiscal expenditure growth of over 7% [2] - The adjustment of micro-policies is crucial, as current low price phenomena are influenced not only by supply relations but also by the micro-market environment and pricing systems [2] Group 3 - The expansion of domestic demand strategy should focus on structural adjustments rather than just short-term stimulus, requiring a shift in understanding macro policies from crisis management to mid-term structural adjustments [3] - A better understanding of the relationship between policy choices, coordination of macro and micro policies, and the balance between short-term policies and mid-term reforms is essential for enhancing economic resilience [3]