Group 1 - The initial excitement among companies regarding the 46% punitive tariffs imposed by the US quickly turned into a strategic shift, with Chinese firms relocating assembly operations to Vietnam to circumvent high tariffs [2][3] - Direct investment from China to Vietnam surged, with over 600 new manufacturing enterprises established within a year, primarily in electronics assembly and mechanical processing [2] - Major companies like Foxconn and Luxshare Precision have been involved in this shift, leading to the perception of Vietnam as a second Dongguan [2] Group 2 - The US Trade Representative's office introduced new regulations requiring origin tracing for all goods manufactured in Vietnam, imposing a 40% tariff on products deemed to be merely assembled from Chinese components [5] - Vietnam's new regulations, effective May 2024, will classify products based on processing value and local raw material content, with a threshold of 60% for components from China [6] - Over 180 Chinese companies have been notified of non-compliance regarding origin qualifications, resulting in significant tariff penalties [7] Group 3 - Companies are facing unexpected challenges as tariffs doubled from 20% to 40%, leading to financial strain and operational disruptions [7][9] - The situation has left companies feeling trapped, as relocating back to China would incur additional customs duties and penalties [9] - Vietnam's decision to align with US regulations reflects a strategic choice to secure long-term benefits in the US market, despite the implications for Chinese firms [10] Group 4 - In 2023, China's investment in Vietnam reached $3.8 billion, a year-on-year increase of over 24%, highlighting the growing economic ties despite recent regulatory changes [11] - The Chinese Ministry of Commerce is conducting evaluations in response to Vietnam's regulatory shifts, indicating potential future actions [11] - The trend suggests a tightening of global trade compliance, moving away from ambiguous practices towards clear accountability in supply chains [11][13]

Report Summary 1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - SCFIS on the European route continues to rise, while Trump's tariff hikes on multiple countries increase the difficulty of short - term market gaming. It is recommended to close all short positions and either participate with a light position or stay on the sidelines [2][4]. - The market is filled with a mix of long and short information, and the game is intense. The market is in a weak and volatile state. Attention should be paid to tariff policies, the Middle East situation, and spot freight rates [4]. 3. Summary by Related Content 3.1 Freight Rate Index - On July 7, the Shanghai Export Container Settlement Freight Index (SCFIS) for the European route was 2258.04 points, up 6.3% from the previous period; the SCFIS for the US - West route was 1557.77 points, down 3.8% [3]. - On July 4, the Ningbo Export Container Freight Index (NCFI) composite index was 1285.2 points, down 7.92% from the previous period; the NCFI for the European route was 1442.5 points, down 0.03%; the NCFI for the US - West route was 1176.6 points, down 24.27% [3]. - The Shanghai Export Container Freight Index (SCFI) announced a price of 1763.49 points, down 98.02 points from the previous period. The SCFI price for the European route was 2101 USD/TEU, up 3.50%; the SCFI price for the US - West route was 2089 USD/FEU, down 18.97% [3]. - The China Export Container Freight Index (CCFI) composite index was 1342.99 points, down 1.9% from the previous period; the CCFI for the European route was 1694.30 points, up 3.3%; the CCFI for the US - West route was 1084.28 points, down 10.5% [3]. 3.2 Market Situation and Policy Impact - Trump's tariff hikes on multiple countries, mainly in Southeast Asia, further hit re - export trade. The tariff negotiation date has been postponed to August 1. The spot market price range is set, with small price increases to test the market, and the futures market has a slight rebound [4]. - The cease - fire agreement in Gaza has not been reached, the spot freight rate has temporarily stabilized, SCFIS continues to rise, and the market is filled with a mix of long and short information, with intense gaming and a weak and volatile futures market [4]. 3.3 Trading Strategies - Short - term strategy: The short - term futures market may mainly rebound. Short positions have been recommended to be closed. Risk - takers have been recommended to lightly test long positions below 1300 on the 2510 contract, with stop - loss and take - profit levels set [5]. - Arbitrage strategy: Due to the volatile international situation, it is recommended to stay on the sidelines for now [5]. - Long - term strategy: It is recommended to take profits when each contract rises, wait for the price to stabilize after a pull - back, and then determine the subsequent direction [5]. 3.4 Contract - related Adjustments - The daily limit for contracts from 2506 to 2604 has been adjusted to 16% [5]. - The company's margin for contracts from 2506 to 2604 has been adjusted to 26% [5]. - The daily opening limit for all contracts from 2506 to 2604 is 100 lots [5].

Market Performance - A-shares showed poor performance on Monday, with the Shanghai Composite Index closing at 3,473 points, up 0.02%, while the Shenzhen Component Index fell by 0.7% and the ChiNext Index dropped by 1.21%[15] - The Hang Seng Index and the Hang Seng China Enterprises Index slightly declined by 0.12% and 0.01% respectively, while the Hang Seng Tech Index rose by 0.25%[11] - In the U.S., the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell by 422 points or 0.94%, closing at 44,406 points, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq dropped by 0.79% and 0.92% respectively[9] Trade and Tariff Developments - The U.S. announced a 25% tariff on Japanese and South Korean goods, and a 30% tariff on South African products, contributing to market uncertainty and declines in U.S. stocks[9] - The deadline for new tariffs has been extended to August 1, which has led to cautious trading in European markets, with the DAX rising by 1.20% and the FTSE 100 declining by 0.13%[9] Commodity and Currency Movements - International oil prices rose over 1% following Saudi Arabia's unexpected increase in major crude oil prices, with NYMEX crude up 1.39% to $67.93 per barrel[25] - The gold price initially fell but stabilized later, while industrial metals in London faced declines due to tariff risks[25] Fixed Income Market - The U.S. long-term treasury bonds led the decline, with the yield curve steepening; the 10-year treasury yield rose to 4.38% and the 30-year yield to 4.92%[29] - Asian bond markets experienced mixed trading, with a slight bias towards selling, and spreads widening by 1-2 basis points[29] Key Corporate News - Tesla's stock fell by 6.8% after CEO Elon Musk announced the formation of a new political party, raising investor concerns about potential impacts on the company's brand image[9] - Goldin Financial Holdings reported a significant increase in revenue, with a 20.57% year-on-year growth in Q1 2025, driven by expansion in overseas markets[18]

在最近几天，我感受到与美国签署关税协议的国家数量正在增加，毕竟，7月9日的截止日期已迫在眉 睫。然而，让人始料未及的是，越南成为亚洲首个选择妥协的国家，与美国达成了一项协议，这无疑让 人感慨"先跪为敬"这个词的真实含义。 根据这些数据，可以清晰地看到，美国才是真正滋养越南经济的"大金主"，而越南对于美国市场的依赖 程度令人担忧。在谈判的桌子上，美国则占尽了主动权，主动性完全集中在他们自己手中。可以说，越 南的这次"先跪为敬"几乎是出于其依赖美国的出口市场，正如其承受20%关税的事实一样，若美国加征 30%的关税，越南也会不得不屈从。 那么，越南签署这份协议对其转口贸易将会产生多大的影响呢？必须承认，越南在这方面显得相当狡 猾。他们优先达成协议，这才是最重要的一步，以确保对美国的出口贸易不出现停滞。而至于转口贸易 的调整，可以在后续时间内逐渐摸索出路。例如，越南可以选择进行"贴牌"生产。在中国制造所需转口 商品的同时，贴上越南品牌，只要不标明"制造于中国"，就可以达到曲线救国的目的。 但细细分析这份协议后，我发现越南实际上签订了一个不平等的条约。消息于7月3日传出，特朗普在其 社交媒体上公布了这一进展。根据他的 ...

Group 1 - The core point of the news is that the United States has reached a trade agreement with Vietnam, which includes a minimum 20% tariff on all Vietnamese exports to the U.S. and a commitment from the U.S. to fully open its market to Vietnam [1][3] - Vietnam is the eighth largest trading partner of the U.S., with a trade surplus exceeding $120 billion in 2024, making it the fourth largest economy with a trade surplus with the U.S. [3] - Approximately 60% of American companies operating in Vietnam support the trade agreement, while 30% express concerns about the redefinition of "transshipment trade," which could lead to increased tariffs on goods processed in Vietnam but originally produced in China [3][6] Group 2 - Cambodia has also reached a tariff agreement with the U.S., becoming the second Southeast Asian country to do so after Vietnam, although specific details of the agreement remain unclear [4][6] - The agreements with Vietnam and Cambodia reflect a pragmatic strategy for these developing countries to negotiate favorable international cooperation conditions amid the complex global economic environment [8] - The U.S. maintains a dominant position in the global economic landscape, making it challenging for smaller countries to confront it directly, thus leading to diplomatic negotiations as a rational decision to protect national economic interests [8]

Core Points - The U.S. is in intense negotiations with major trade partners, including the EU, Canada, India, Japan, and South Korea, with a deadline approaching on July 9 for agreements to avoid higher tariffs starting August 1 [2][6] - The U.S. has only reached trade agreements with the UK and Vietnam, while negotiations with other countries remain ongoing or stalled [2][4] - The U.S. has implemented a baseline tariff of 10% on trade partners during the negotiation period, despite a temporary suspension of the "reciprocal tariffs" initially announced by President Trump [2][4] Trade Agreements - The U.S. and Vietnam have reached a trade agreement where the U.S. will impose a 20% tariff on imports from Vietnam, while Vietnam will not impose tariffs on U.S. goods [4][5] - The agreement with Vietnam includes commitments to eliminate non-tariff barriers and prioritize market access for U.S. agricultural and industrial products [5] - The U.S. has also agreed to lower tariffs on cars imported from the UK to 10% for a quota of 100,000 vehicles, while maintaining a 25% tariff on excess imports [5] Negotiation Status - India is expected to reach a mini trade agreement with the U.S. soon, maintaining a 10% baseline tariff, while the U.S. seeks greater access to Indian markets for industrial goods [6] - The EU is willing to accept a 10% baseline tariff but seeks exemptions for key sectors like pharmaceuticals and aircraft [6] - South Korea is requesting an extension of negotiation time and is advocating for reduced tariffs on its automotive and steel products [7] Challenges and Concerns - Japan's negotiations are stalled, with Prime Minister Kishida unwilling to compromise on key issues, emphasizing Japan's significant investment in the U.S. [8] - Canada is facing challenges due to U.S. dissatisfaction with its digital services tax and is seeking favorable terms in ongoing negotiations [8] - The overall trade environment is characterized by uncertainty, with various countries expressing concerns over the implications of U.S. tariff policies on global trade [3][6]

Core Points - The agreement between the US and Vietnam reflects the Trump administration's "America First" strategy and Vietnam's response to tariff pressures and the need for industrial upgrading [7] - The US has significantly reduced tariffs on Vietnamese goods from 46% to 20%, while imposing a 40% tariff on goods from third countries transiting through Vietnam [1][3] - Vietnam's economy is highly dependent on exports to the US, with a trade deficit of $123 billion, making the agreement crucial for maintaining competitive pricing in the US market [3] Group 1 - The agreement requires Vietnam to open its market to US goods with zero tariffs, impacting sensitive sectors like agriculture and automotive [1][5] - Vietnam's exports to the US are projected to reach $137 billion in 2024, with about one-third of these goods containing Chinese components, which are subject to the new 40% tariff [3] - The agreement does not address the long-standing US export restrictions on high-tech products to Vietnam, leaving the potential for industrial upgrading uncertain [5][7] Group 2 - The US aims to use Vietnam as a model to pressure other countries into aligning with its tariff negotiations, particularly in its dealings with China [5] - The influx of US agricultural and automotive products may severely impact Vietnam's local industries, which already struggle with low market shares [5][7] - The unequal nature of the agreement may lead to negative long-term effects on Vietnam's economy, potentially positioning it as a "market appendage" to the US [5][7] Group 3 - The situation presents a challenge for China, which may need to enhance oversight of its enterprises in Vietnam to avoid penalties from US tariffs [5][7] - China could leverage its significant trade volume with Vietnam, exceeding $220 billion, to implement targeted countermeasures [5] - Long-term strategies for China may include accelerating the Belt and Road Initiative to develop new supply chain nodes in Southeast Asia and collaborating with other economies to challenge the legality of the US's tariff policies [5][7]

Group 1 - The trend of transferring technology and production capacity from Chinese steel mills to Southeast Asia, Africa, and the Middle East is expected to continue, leveraging local resources and tariff advantages [1][6] - The U.S. has reached a trade agreement with Vietnam, imposing a 20% tariff on all goods exported to the U.S., significantly lower than the previously announced 46% tariff [1] - Vietnam is projected to become the largest export destination for Chinese steel in 2024, accounting for 11.5% of total steel exports [2][3] Group 2 - In 2024, China's steel exports are expected to reach 110.72 million tons, marking a historical high with a year-on-year increase of 22.7% [2] - The export volume to Vietnam has shown a significant decline in early 2025, with a 25.9% decrease compared to the same period in 2024 [4][5] - The steel trade friction between China and countries like Vietnam and South Korea is increasing, with Vietnam imposing anti-dumping duties on Chinese steel products [3][4] Group 3 - The ASEAN region is experiencing strong demand for steel, particularly driven by Vietnam, Malaysia, and Singapore, with total demand expected to reach approximately 80 million tons by 2025 [5][6] - Chinese steel companies are accelerating overseas investments, with notable projects in Vietnam, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt, indicating a strategic shift towards international production [6] - The Chinese steel industry is advised to maintain a balanced export strategy that meets domestic needs while also catering to international market demands [7]

周三，美国和越南达成了一项"好于预期"的贸易协议，越南所有对美出口商品的关税降至20%，结束了 为期三个月的不确定性。 对于越南以及在越南的中国制造商来说，这是一个可以接受的关税税率，能够支持他们继续在越南运 营。然而与此同时，新的贸易协议规定，将对被视为转运的商品征收40%的关税。 据报道，美国和越南举行了三轮谈判才达成这项协议。该协议还将越南对美国商品的关税降至零。新的 税率远低于特朗普4月初宣布的对越南商品征收46%的所谓"互惠"关税。 最新协议不仅对越南具有深远影响，对在越南注册工厂的中国本土制造商来说也是个好消息(中国企业 为越南的经济和工业做出了真正的贡献)，因为20%已经好于预期。 这个条件看似对越南很不利，但实际实施后的情况可能会让美国买家失望。这是因为美越两国的人均国 内生产总值(GDP)差距过于悬殊，许多美国出口产品并不适合越南市场，因此即使实施零关税，美国出 口预计也不会出现激增，这也解释了为什么越南会欣然接受美国这个看似无理的要求。 只不过这个"对转运的商品征收40%关税"有点耐人寻味。众所周知，经越南转运的商品有大部分来自中 国，这似乎是美国堵住转口贸易这条路的"最新手段"。 不过经 ...

Global Market Dynamics - The US stock market showed strong performance with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq reaching new highs, driven by better-than-expected non-farm payroll data [3][10] - European markets also rose, with the UK leading gains amid reduced political uncertainty [10] - The A-share market in China saw an increase, particularly in sectors related to Apple and innovative pharmaceuticals [17] Trade and Economic Agreements - The US has reached a trade agreement with Vietnam, imposing a 20% tariff on Vietnamese exports and a 40% tariff on goods subject to "transshipment" from China, complicating China's trade through Vietnam [6] - The agreement emphasizes the importance of origin certification, which may impact China's ability to utilize Vietnam for trade [6] - The report suggests that Chinese companies may accelerate overseas expansion, creating a new cycle of local production and consumption [6] Employment and Economic Indicators - The US added 256,000 non-farm jobs in June, exceeding expectations, while the unemployment rate fell to 4.1% [9][10] - However, the report indicates underlying weaknesses in the job market, with a significant number of discouraged workers not counted in the labor force [9] - The report anticipates that the Federal Reserve may lower interest rates in September due to ongoing economic concerns [9] Sector Performance - In the Hong Kong market, large technology stocks faced declines, while healthcare and materials sectors showed strength [12][13] - Macau's gaming industry is projected to recover, with a forecasted GGR growth of 7.6% in 2025, driven by increased market share for major operators [15] - The report highlights the potential for growth in the submarine cable sector, driven by AI and increased demand for deep-sea technology [20] Fixed Income Market - US Treasury yields rose following strong non-farm payroll data, with the yield curve flattening as the market adjusts to reduced rate cut expectations [29][32] - The report notes a significant increase in the US national debt ceiling by $5 trillion, alleviating immediate default risks [32] - Asian investment-grade bonds remained stable, with slight narrowing of spreads observed [32]