Core Viewpoint - The bond market experienced fluctuations in May, with a tight funding environment and weak market sentiment leading to subdued bullish intentions. However, "fixed income +" funds performed well, ranking first among all bond funds in terms of average performance [1][2]. Bond Market Performance - In May, many institutional investors awaited adjustments in monetary policy following the "double reduction," but the market's positive impact was limited. The bond market showed a noticeable decline compared to previous performance, with pure bond funds generally yielding low returns [2]. - According to Wind statistics, the top-performing pure bond fund in May was Jin Xin Min Xing A, which recorded a monthly return of 0.75%. Other notable funds included Hui An Jia Xin Pure Bond and Dong Hai Xiang Rui A, with short bond funds showing a higher average monthly performance than medium to long-term pure bond funds [2]. - The average monthly performance for medium to long-term pure bond funds was 0.12%, while short bond funds recorded 0.18%, indicating a significant demand for short-duration bonds in the current market [2]. Market Sentiment and Future Outlook - The overall weak sentiment in the bond market during the first quarter led to increased redemptions from funds and wealth management products. However, as the market stabilizes in the second quarter, fund liabilities may enter a recovery phase, potentially leading to a rebound in scale [3]. - Analysts suggest that the central bank is likely to maintain a loose policy stance, supporting the bond market. The overall environment remains supportive, although the market's risk-reward profile appears limited [3]. Investment Strategy - The configuration of "fixed income +" funds continues to be advantageous, as they allow investors to participate in equity market opportunities while providing stability through bond assets. This type of fund has gained attention in 2023, with a significant increase in issuance and net inflows [4]. - In the first quarter, the issuance of "fixed income +" funds reached 33.9 billion yuan, a 65% increase from the previous quarter, with total market size nearing 2 trillion yuan, reflecting a 5.5% year-on-year growth [4]. - The top 40 "fixed income +" funds had an average pure bond allocation of 46.2%, stock allocation of 14.5%, and convertible bond allocation of 23.1%, with high returns driven by overexposure to technology stocks and reduced positions in financial stocks [4]. Future Market Conditions - Looking ahead, the core factors supporting the bond market remain unchanged, with policies focusing on technology and industrial upgrades expected to benefit medium to high-risk assets. A diversified asset allocation strategy is recommended to enhance yield elasticity [5].