Group 1 - The Federal Reserve's unexpected announcement of interest rate cuts, supported by two board members, signals a shift in monetary policy, which is rare and indicates a potential easing of financial conditions [1] - The U.S. July CPI data shows a month-on-month increase of 0.2% and a year-on-year increase of 2.7%, with core CPI exceeding expectations, leading to heightened expectations for a rate cut in September [1] - The anticipation of lower interest rates is expected to enhance global liquidity, positively impacting global stock markets, including A-shares and Hong Kong stocks [1] Group 2 - The A-share market experienced a high of 3704.77 points but closed down 0.46% at 3666.44 points, ending an eight-day winning streak, indicating short-term technical adjustment pressure [2] - The Shanghai Composite Index is approaching historical highs, with the market showing an overall upward trend, suggesting potential for continued upward movement next week [5] - Despite potential adjustments, the market remains strong, with limited downside expected, indicating resilience in the face of short-term fluctuations [7]

Market Performance - A-shares opened strong on August 13, with the Shanghai Composite Index reaching a high of 3688.09 points, surpassing the previous high of 3674.4 points from October 8, 2024, and approaching the December 13, 2021 high of 3708.94 points, marking a new three-and-a-half-year high [1] - By midday, the Shanghai Composite Index rose by 0.56%, the Shenzhen Component Index increased by 1.47%, and the ChiNext Index surged by 2.81%, with a market turnover of approximately 1.33 trillion yuan, an increase of 118.1 billion yuan compared to the previous trading day [1] Sector Performance - The military industry sector showed strong performance, with the aerospace technology stock achieving five consecutive daily limit-ups in the past week, and Changcheng Military Industry reaching a new high [3] - The AI industry chain stocks collectively surged, with Guangku Technology hitting a historical high with a 20% increase, while other stocks like New Yisheng and Zhongji Xuchuang also reached new highs [3] - The ground equipment sector index surged over 6%, reaching a historical high, with a rapid increase of over 100% in the past two months [6] Notable Stocks - Longcheng Military Industry has seen a continuous rise for 13 trading days, with 7 days of limit-ups and a total increase of over 425% in two months [6] - The securities sector experienced significant movements, with stocks like Changcheng Securities and Guosheng Jinkong hitting the daily limit, and Dongwu Securities approaching the limit, while Zhongyin Securities rose nearly 8% [10] Market Sentiment and Trends - The current market sentiment is driven by liquidity easing and positive policy expectations, with improved investor sentiment stemming from favorable external conditions [11] - The market is characterized by active participation from retail investors and leveraged funds, indicating a collective bullish sentiment [11] - Analysts suggest that the ongoing market rally is supported by long-term capital inflows and a favorable policy environment, contrasting with the volatility seen in 2015 [12]

Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. Core Views - This year, global funds have generally flowed out of US dollar assets and returned to their home markets. The spill - over of US dollar liquidity has led non - US markets to generally outperform US assets. However, with the easing of geopolitical tensions and the resurgence of the "US Exceptionalism," there are new changes in global capital flows. After the cooling of the Middle East situation, funds temporarily flow back to risk assets. The prospect of a soft landing in the fundamentals and the resurgence of the AI narrative may continue to support the performance of the US stock market. If the Hong Kong Monetary Authority recovers Hong Kong dollar liquidity, it may put short - term pressure on the Hong Kong stock market. In the short term, the cooling of geopolitical conflicts and the dovish stance of the Fed have led to the repair of global risk appetite and the rise of easing expectations. Equity assets may be favorable in the short term, while crude oil and gold may face some correction pressure [1][2]. Summary by Related Catalogs Global Capital Flow and Asset Performance - Global funds have flowed out of US dollar assets this year. According to TIC data, in April, overseas investors reduced their holdings of medium - and long - term securities by $88.9 billion, including $59.2 billion in US stocks and $46 billion in US Treasury bonds. Canada and the Chinese mainland had relatively large reduction scales [8]. - European stocks are the most benefited assets under the weak US dollar due to friendly policies, low - level fundamental repair, and frequent capital rotation between the US and Europe. European investors have continuously reduced their holdings of US stocks and returned to their home markets this year. The recent 3 - month rolling net capital inflow into European stocks has reached a high since 2010 [12]. - Multiple funds support the liquidity of the Hong Kong stock market, including foreign capital inflows, southbound funds, and the liquidity injection by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority. The recent rise of the Hong Kong stock market is more of a valuation repair due to abundant liquidity. However, if the Hong Kong Monetary Authority recovers Hong Kong dollar liquidity, it may put short - term pressure on the Hong Kong stock market, but the long - term impact is limited [14][29]. - A - share market has abundant off - market liquidity and low opportunity cost, with active on - market funds. Since April, the trading sentiment has weakened, and the market is mainly in a state of stock game. Recently, large - finance (high - dividend), small - cap stocks have led the rise, and themes are active [21][31]. Short - term Changes in Global Liquidity - The cooling of the Middle East situation has improved market risk appetite, and funds have temporarily flowed back to risk assets. Risk - aversion assets are under pressure, and the focus will shift to fundamental data and the Fed's monetary policy stance [23]. - The "US Exceptionalism" has recovered. The prospect of a soft landing in the fundamentals and the resurgence of the AI narrative may support the US stock market. "De - dollarization" may be postponed. In the short term, the net inflow of funds into US stocks has stabilized and rebounded, and the inflow of funds into US Treasury bonds is generally stable [23]. - The Hong Kong dollar has touched the weak - side guarantee. If the Hong Kong Monetary Authority recovers Hong Kong dollar liquidity, it may put short - term pressure on the Hong Kong stock market. The subsequent depreciation pressure of the Hong Kong dollar may come from the appreciation of the US dollar and capital outflows from the Hong Kong stock market [29]. Market Condition Assessment - Domestic: Port throughput has slightly converged, the supply and demand in the construction industry are weak, and housing prices need to stabilize. Externally, the US consumption and real estate sectors face downward pressure, the impact of tariffs is gradually emerging, economic growth is slowing down, and the Fed has raised its inflation forecast [38][39]. - Overseas: US retail sales in May decreased by 0.9% month - on - month (previous value - 0.1%), industrial output decreased by 0.2% month - on - month (previous value 0.1%), and the housing start - up rate in May dropped to a five - year low, down 9.8%. The Fed maintained the interest rate unchanged, lowered the GDP growth forecast for 2025 to 1.4%, and raised the core inflation forecast to 3.1% [39]. Configuration Suggestions - For large - category assets: In the short term, equity assets may be favorable, while crude oil and gold may face correction pressure [34]. - For the domestic bond market: The recent keyword is more upward direction, limited space, and emphasis on micro - operations. The yield of 10 - year Chinese bonds is approaching 1.6%, and small opportunities can be grasped from curve convex points and "micro - operations" [34]. - For the domestic stock market: Policy strength and performance drivers need to be realized. Continue to trade along industrial hotspots, policy expectations, and "high - to - low" rotations [35]. - For US Treasury bonds: The cooling of the US economy may bring short - term opportunities for US Treasury bonds. It is recommended to lay out 10 - year US Treasury bonds when the yield is above 4.5%, and the 2 - year variety is relatively more stable [35]. - For US stocks: Although the short - term sentiment is strong, the valuation has been repaired to a historical high, and there is still downward pressure on earnings. Pay attention to the return of the AI narrative and avoid tariff - affected sectors [36]. - For commodities: After the supply concerns are alleviated, commodities are generally under pressure and will gradually return to fundamental pricing. It is recommended to buy gold on dips, and crude oil is expected to be weak in the short term. It is judged that copper is better than oil [36]. Follow - up Concerns - Domestic: June official manufacturing PMI, June Caixin manufacturing PMI, and the Summer Davos Forum [52]. - Overseas: A series of US economic data including May new home sales, initial jobless claims for the week ending June 21, etc., as well as economic data from the eurozone, the UK, and Japan [54].

Core Viewpoint - The announcement of a ceasefire between Israel and Iran may serve as a significant turning point, leading to a reduction in global market risk aversion and a subsequent rise in asset prices, particularly in global stock markets while oil and gold prices decline [1][2]. Direct Impact - The geopolitical risk premium in oil prices has been eliminated, resulting in a decrease in international oil prices due to reduced fears of supply disruptions from escalating conflicts in the Middle East [2]. - As risk aversion diminishes, funds are flowing back from safe-haven assets like gold into higher-growth risk assets such as global equities, indicating a lower level of market uncertainty [2]. Transmission Effects - The easing of tensions in the Middle East may trigger a transmission chain in the global macroeconomic landscape [3]. - The transmission chain can be summarized as follows: 1. Easing Middle East tensions → Oil price decline [4] 2. Oil price decline → Reduced inflationary pressures in the U.S., as oil prices significantly influence U.S. inflation metrics [5]. 3. Reduced inflation → Increased likelihood of interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve, as persistent inflation has been a barrier to rate cuts [6]. 4. Enhanced rate cut expectations → Improved global liquidity, particularly benefiting emerging markets, with Hong Kong stocks potentially attracting more international capital due to their low valuation [6]. Market Opportunities - In light of improved liquidity and rising risk appetite, Hong Kong stocks are expected to enter a significant "allocation window" [6]. - The technology sector in Hong Kong, which includes leading companies in internet, consumer electronics, and biotechnology, is likely to benefit from the anticipated global liquidity improvement and represents higher growth potential [6][8]. - The CSI Hong Kong Stock Connect Technology Index has shown strong growth, with a total return of 227% since the end of 2014, indicating its potential as a tool for capturing structural opportunities in the Hong Kong technology sector [8].

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Group 1 - The Federal Reserve has decided to maintain interest rates for the third consecutive time, indicating a cautious approach to economic conditions despite mixed signals from various economic indicators [1][3][5] - Economic data shows a contradiction, with a rise in unemployment to 4.2% and a slight decline in GDP, yet the Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) remains around 50, suggesting stability in the economy [1][3] - Inflation remains a critical factor, with the current inflation rate exceeding 4% and projections indicating it could rise above 6% due to tariffs, leading the Federal Reserve to be more cautious about rate cuts [3][5] Group 2 - The Federal Reserve aims to maintain its policy independence and credibility, especially in light of external pressures from political figures, which could undermine its authority if it were to change its decisions based on such pressures [3][5] - The recent fluctuations in the dollar, including a drop from 108 to 99, have raised concerns about capital flight from the U.S. market to emerging markets, which could impact liquidity in the U.S. [5][6] - The decision not to cut rates could have complex implications for global liquidity and trade dynamics, particularly in the context of ongoing U.S.-China trade negotiations [6]

Global Liquidity Overview - Global liquidity remains tight, with the M2 money supply growth rate near historical lows, indicating a constrained liquidity environment[1] - The strength of the US dollar significantly influences global liquidity trends, following a cyclical pattern every 4-5 years[1] US Dollar Liquidity Analysis - Current indicators show that US dollar liquidity is generally tight, but there is no immediate risk of liquidity shocks[2] - The net liquidity in the US financial system has tightened since 2021, remaining below the long-term trend line, suggesting a constrained liquidity scale[2] - As of May 9, 2025, the 2-year and 10-year US Treasury yields are at 3.88% and 4.37%, respectively, both at historically high levels[2] Future Liquidity Projections - A weaker dollar trend is expected to lead to a loosening of global liquidity, driven by the need to balance fiscal policies and reduce trade deficits[3] - The Federal Reserve is anticipated to restart interest rate cuts in the second half of the year, which would lower dollar interest rates and promote looser global liquidity conditions[3] A-Share Market Valuation - The loosening of global liquidity is likely to benefit global risk assets, particularly non-US assets that have been under pressure due to a strong dollar[5] - The nominal growth rate difference between China and the US has narrowed significantly from 6.6% in Q2 2022 to just 0.1% in Q1 2025, enhancing the relative value of Chinese assets[7] - The "stock-bond yield spread" model indicates that the current A-share market offers attractive investment opportunities, with a yield spread of approximately 4.3%, suggesting high configuration value[8]

Core Viewpoint - The recent volatility in the gold market is driven by various factors, including U.S. economic data and geopolitical tensions, highlighting the importance of maintaining a long-term investment perspective in the face of short-term fluctuations [3][4]. Market Dynamics - Gold serves as both a safe-haven asset and a barometer for the U.S. dollar, with recent price movements reflecting the tug-of-war between positive U.S. economic indicators and concerns over financial stability [3]. - Strong employment data in the U.S. raised expectations for continued interest rate hikes by the Federal Reserve, leading to a temporary decline in gold prices due to increased opportunity costs associated with holding gold [3]. - Subsequent concerns about the U.S. banking system and ongoing geopolitical issues in regions like the Middle East and Eastern Europe reignited demand for gold as a safe-haven asset, causing price fluctuations [3]. Long-term Investment Perspective - The current economic environment remains uncertain, with debates over whether the global economy is experiencing a "soft landing" or a "hard landing," making gold's role as a hedge against uncertainty particularly relevant [4]. - Historically, gold prices tend to rise as the Federal Reserve approaches the end of its interest rate hike cycles, suggesting potential long-term investment opportunities in gold [4]. - Investors are encouraged to focus on two key factors: the trajectory of U.S. real interest rates, which influences gold's mid-term valuation, and the evolving global geopolitical and economic landscape, which affects long-term demand for gold [4].

Global Monetary Policy Tracking - The core viewpoint indicates that major central banks are maintaining their current interest rates amidst increasing uncertainty regarding tariffs, with only the European Central Bank (ECB) implementing a rate cut [2][14] - In the observation period from February 8 to March 23, 2025, among 26 major economies, 7 experienced rate cuts and 1 an increase, while the US, Japan, and the UK kept rates unchanged [2][19] - The Federal Reserve maintained its target federal funds rate at 4.25%-4.50%, reflecting a cautious stance due to heightened economic uncertainty [13][19] Global Rate Cut Expectations - The Federal Reserve's rate cut expectations have fluctuated significantly, with market predictions for a potential cut in May reaching around 50% due to economic indicators falling short of expectations [3][19] - Following the release of better-than-expected employment and inflation data in mid-March, the likelihood of a rate cut in May dropped to approximately 20% [3][19] - The European and UK rate cut expectations remain relatively stable, with a 60% probability of a cut in the Eurozone by April 2025 [19] China's Interest Rate Position - China's real interest rates rebounded from 2.2% in January to a range of 3%-3.1% in February-March 2025, positioning it among the highest globally [4][28] - The increase in real interest rates is attributed to the seasonal effects of inflation dissipating post-Spring Festival [4][28] Global Liquidity Tracking - The Federal Reserve decided to slow down its balance sheet reduction, primarily due to disturbances in the Treasury General Account (TGA) caused by the debt ceiling issue [5][33] - As of March 19, 2025, the Fed's reserve balance expanded by approximately $68.3 billion, despite a total balance sheet reduction of $2.04 trillion [5][34] - The liquidity in the repurchase market has returned to a more relaxed state, with the SOFR-EFFR spread turning negative, indicating improved liquidity conditions [8][41] Global Financial Market Liquidity - The liquidity in the US Treasury market has shown increased volatility, but the market remains stable without significant liquidity risks [10][47] - The Libor-OIS spread has widened, indicating a slight increase in liquidity premium, although it has not reached alarming levels [11][50] - Credit risk premiums have seen a slight increase since March 2025, influenced by rising geopolitical uncertainties and tariff concerns [12][53]