Group 1: Research Conclusion and Core View - The report focuses on the opportunities brought by the pricing deviation of perpetual bonds in the credit bond market. In a low - volatility environment, the year - end support for credit bonds mainly comes from the demand of allocation - type institutions, but the intensity of pre - emptive actions should not be over - expected. The report suggests three main directions for exploring urban investment bonds: (1) conduct more credit spreading within 3 years; (2) select bonds with a steep yield curve (>25bp) and certain liquidity between 3 - 5 years; (3) pay attention to the pricing deviation of perpetual and private placement bonds [5][8]. Group 2: Credit Bond Weekly Review 2.1 Negative Information Monitoring - From November 17 to November 23, 2025, the long - term issuer credit rating of Longfor Group Holdings Limited was downgraded from "BB" to "BB -" by S&P, and its senior unsecured notes' long - term rating was downgraded from "BB -" to "B+". Also, several companies had major negative events, such as Xinyuan (China) Real Estate Co., Ltd. with debt overdue and multiple major lawsuits, and Guanghui Automobile Service Co., Ltd. involved in an execution case [13][14]. 2.2 Primary Market Issuance - From November 17 to November 23, the issuance volume of credit bonds exceeded 400 billion yuan again, reaching 403.8 billion yuan, a 49% increase from the previous period. The total repayment amount increased to 262.3 billion yuan, resulting in a net financing of 141.6 billion yuan. The number of cancelled or postponed bond issuances increased to 5, with a total scale of 5.5 billion yuan. The primary issuance cost increased slightly, with the average coupon rates of AAA and AA+ bonds rising by 5bp and 7bp respectively [15][16]. 2.3 Secondary Market Trading - Last week, the valuations of credit bonds with different ratings and maturities fluctuated narrowly, with most remaining unchanged. The credit spreads narrowed at the short - end and widened at the long - end. The 3Y - 1Y term spreads of each rating narrowed, while the 5Y - 1Y term spreads widened slightly. The AA - AAA grade spread widened by 2bp for 3 - year bonds and narrowed by 3bp for 5 - year bonds. The credit spreads of urban investment bonds in each province were mostly flat or narrowed, with Yunnan having the largest narrowing of 3bp. The industry spreads of industrial bonds fluctuated within ±1bp, with the real estate industry narrowing by 3bp. The weekly turnover rate increased by 0.19pct to 1.89%. Among real - estate enterprises, the spreads of Times Holdings, Rongqiao, Yuzhou Hongtu, and Vanke widened significantly [18][20][24].

Group 1 - The report identifies several key puzzles resolved in 2025, including the final determination of monetary policy, the stage bottom of the bond market, and the credit risk outlook, indicating that mainstream varieties do not require excessive concern [7] - The report highlights ongoing contradictions for 2026, such as the conflict between the macro narrative and micro sentiment, and the limited space for capital gains versus coupon strategies in the bond market [7] - The bond market is expected to be slightly bullish in 2026, with a focus on timing over selection, and a preference for coupon strategies over duration [7] Group 2 - The report outlines several long-term bullish factors for the bond market, including the experience of low interest rates in other economies, weak economic sentiment, and a lack of leverage among residents [8][9] - Short-term bearish factors are identified, such as the rising equity market attracting funds away from bonds, and the potential tightening of monetary policy due to inflation expectations [8][9] - The report emphasizes that the risk of credit bond defaults is diminishing, with the current market dominated by state-owned enterprises, reducing concerns over credit risk [31][26] Group 3 - The report provides specific strategies for different types of bonds, recommending a focus on financial bonds for their safety and liquidity, while suggesting a cautious approach to city investment bonds and a selective strategy for industrial bonds [10] - The financial bond market is highlighted as a key area for trading strategies, with a focus on liquidity rather than yield in a low coupon environment [10] - The city investment bond market is expected to remain stable until mid-2028, with opportunities for adjustment based on risk preferences and yield demands [10]

Core Viewpoint - The bond market has experienced a downward trend in yields, contrasting with the equity market's pullback, leading to a shift in investment strategies among funds towards shorter durations and a focus on risk management [2][6]. Market Performance - During the week of October 27 to November 3, bond yields declined, with the 10-year government bond yield falling approximately 5 basis points to 1.8% and the 1-year bond yield decreasing about 9 basis points to 1.38% [2]. - The average performance of medium to long-term pure bond funds recorded a return of 0.26%, while short-term bond funds achieved 0.11% [2]. Fund Duration Analysis - The median duration of pure bond funds decreased from 2.70 years in Q2 to 2.00 years in Q3, indicating a shift towards shorter duration investments [7]. - The divergence in duration among funds has increased, suggesting differing views among institutions regarding future market conditions [8]. Investment Strategy Shifts - Due to the declining investment attractiveness of the bond market, banks are transitioning from a passive allocation strategy to active management, focusing on trading capabilities and expanding non-interest income [6]. - Analysts predict that with the central bank's resumption of government bond purchases and increased liquidity, the previously pessimistic sentiment in the bond market is beginning to recover [6]. Future Outlook - The bond market is expected to face less pressure from the equity market due to a temporary easing of U.S.-China trade tensions, potentially creating a favorable environment for bond investments [8]. - The fourth quarter may present economic challenges, but a continued loose monetary environment could provide key opportunities for bond allocation as yields rise [8].