Report Industry Investment Rating No information provided in the report. Core Viewpoint The interest rate curve continues to steepen, with the spreads of short - and medium - term low - quality bonds compressing. The spreads of most urban investment bonds decline slightly, the spreads of industrial bonds generally decline slightly, but the spreads of mixed - ownership real estate bonds rebound. The yields of secondary and perpetual bonds decline across the board, and the spreads of 10Y bonds converge significantly. The excess spreads of 3Y industrial perpetual bonds converge, while the excess spreads of urban investment bonds widen [3][4][5]. Summary by Directory 1. Interest rate curve continues to steepen, short - and medium - term low - quality spreads compress - From March 16th to March 20th, short - and medium - term interest - rate bonds generally oscillated downward, long - term bonds remained weak, and the interest rate curve further steepened. The yields of 1Y, 3Y, 5Y, and 7Y China Development Bank bonds decreased by 2BP, while the yield of 10Y bonds increased by 1BP [10]. - Credit bonds also showed the characteristics of strong short - end and weak long - end. The yields of AA and above - grade 1Y credit bonds decreased by 2 - 3BP, and the yield of AA - grade bonds decreased by 5BP; the yields of AA+ and above - grade 3Y credit bonds decreased by 2BP, and the yields of AA and below - grade bonds decreased by 4BP; the yields of all grades of 5Y bonds remained flat; the yields of AA+ and above - grade 7Y bonds decreased by 1BP, and the AA - grade yield remained flat; the yields of all grades of 10Y bonds increased by 1BP [10]. - The spreads of short - and medium - duration low - quality varieties compressed. The spread of 1Y AAA - grade bonds remained flat, the spreads of AA+ and AA grades converged by 1BP, and the AA - grade spread compressed by 3BP; the spreads of AA+ and above - grade 3Y bonds remained flat, and the spreads of AA and AA - grades converged by 2BP; the spreads of all grades of 5Y bonds widened by 2BP; the spreads of all grades of 7Y bonds widened by 1 - 2BP; the spreads of 10Y bonds widened by 1BP [10]. 2. The spreads of most urban investment bonds decline slightly by 1BP - The spreads of external - rated AAA, AA+, and AA urban investment platforms generally decreased by 1BP compared with last week. In different regions, most spreads decreased by 0 - 1BP. Among AAA platforms, Inner Mongolia's spread decreased by 3BP; among AA+ platforms, Hainan's spread remained flat, Inner Mongolia's spread increased by 1BP, Tianjin, Gansu, and Ningxia's spreads decreased by 2BP, and Yunnan's spread decreased by 4BP; among AA platforms, the spreads of Shanghai and Shaanxi decreased by 2 - 3BP [15]. - In terms of administrative levels, the spreads of provincial, municipal, and district - county platforms generally decreased by 1BP. Specifically, among provincial platforms, Shandong's spread decreased by 2BP, and Inner Mongolia's spread decreased by 4BP; among municipal platforms, the spreads of Shaanxi, Ningxia, and Yunnan decreased by 2 - 3BP; among district - county platforms, Guizhou's spread decreased by 3BP [19]. 3. The spreads of industrial bonds generally decline slightly, and the spreads of mixed - ownership real estate bonds rebound - This week, the spreads of industrial bonds generally declined slightly, while the spreads of mixed - ownership real estate bonds rebounded. The spreads of central and state - owned enterprise real estate bonds converged by 1BP, the spreads of private real estate bonds converged by 2BP, and the spreads of mixed - ownership real estate bonds widened by 20BP. The spreads of Longhu converged by 2BP, Midea Real Estate converged by 3BP, Vanke's spread widened by 221BP, Huafa's spread widened by 9BP, and Poly's spread converged by 1BP [25]. - The spreads of AA+ - grade coal bonds converged by 4BP, and the spreads of other grades converged by 1BP; the spreads of AAA - grade steel bonds converged by 1BP, and the spreads of AA+ - grade steel bonds converged by 4BP; the spreads of AAA and AA+ - grade chemical bonds both converged by 1BP. The spreads of Shaanxi Coal and HBIS converged by 1BP, and the spread of Jinneng Coal Industry converged by 2BP [25]. 4. The yields of secondary and perpetual bonds decline across the board, and the spreads of 10Y bonds converge significantly - The yields of secondary and perpetual bonds declined across the board, and the spreads of 10Y bonds converged significantly. Specifically, the yields of all grades of 1Y secondary capital bonds decreased by 1 - 2BP, and the spreads widened by 0 - 1BP; the yields of all grades of perpetual bonds decreased by 2BP, and the spreads remained flat. The yields of all grades of 3Y secondary and perpetual bonds decreased by 3BP, and the spreads converged by 1BP; the yields of all grades of 5Y secondary capital bonds and AAA - grade perpetual bonds decreased by 1 - 2BP, and the spreads widened by 1 - 2BP, while the yields of AA+ and AA - grade perpetual bonds decreased by 3 - 4BP, and the spreads converged by 1 - 2BP; the yields of all grades of 10Y secondary and perpetual bonds decreased by 2 - 3BP, and the spreads converged by 2 - 3BP [32]. 5. The excess spreads of 3Y industrial perpetual bonds converge, and the excess spreads of urban investment bonds widen - This week, the excess spreads of 3Y industrial AAA - grade perpetual bonds converged by 1.01BP to 8.96BP, reaching the 10.86% quantile since 2015. The excess spreads of 5Y industrial perpetual bonds remained the same as last week at 13.20BP, reaching the 33.02% quantile since 2015. The excess spreads of 3Y urban investment AAA - grade perpetual bonds widened by 1.00BP to 7.06BP, reaching the 15.92% quantile; the excess spreads of 5Y urban investment perpetual bonds widened by 0.56BP to 10.64BP, reaching the 18.71% quantile [35]. 6. Credit spread database compilation instructions - The overall market credit spreads, commercial bank secondary and perpetual spreads, and urban investment/industrial perpetual bond credit spreads are calculated based on ChinaBond medium - and short - term notes and ChinaBond perpetual bonds data, with historical quantiles starting from the beginning of 2015. The credit spreads related to urban investment and industrial bonds are sorted and counted by Huafu Securities Research Institute, with historical quantiles starting from the beginning of 2015 [37]. - The credit spreads of industrial and urban investment individual bonds = the ChinaBond valuation (exercise) of individual bonds - the yield to maturity of the same - term China Development Bank bonds (calculated by linear interpolation method), and finally the credit spreads of the industry or regional urban investment are obtained by the arithmetic average method. The excess spreads of bank secondary capital bonds/perpetual bonds = the credit spreads of bank secondary capital bonds/perpetual bonds - the credit spreads of bank ordinary bonds of the same grade and term. The excess spreads of industrial/urban investment perpetual bonds = the credit spreads of industrial/urban investment perpetual bonds - the credit spreads of medium - and short - term notes of the same grade and term [39]. - Sample screening criteria: Both industrial and urban investment bonds select medium - term notes and public - offering corporate bonds as samples, and exclude guaranteed bonds and perpetual bonds. If the remaining term of an individual bond is less than 0.5 years or more than 5 years, it will be excluded from the statistical sample. Industrial and urban investment bonds are all externally - rated by the issuer, while commercial banks use ChinaBond implicit bond ratings [39].

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No information provided in the report. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - In the first ten days of March, the bond market was mainly priced by two logics: the rising risk - aversion sentiment caused by the Middle - East geopolitical conflict and whether there were new statements or incremental policies in the government work report of the Two Sessions. With the long - end interest rates in a sideways shock state and short - end performance being more dominant, the interest - rate bond curve steepened as a whole. Meanwhile, the general credit bonds and Tier 2 capital bonds continued their strong performance [1]. - Starting from mid - March, three logics are worthy of attention: the price - rising logic, the marginal changes at the institutional level, and the central bank's possible "slow withdrawal" of medium - and long - term redundant funds. Without incremental positive factors, long - end interest rates may be in a "unable to decline" state, and the key variable to break the lower bound of interest rates may be the implementation of interest - rate cuts, with April being a critical window [2][3]. - For bond - market strategies, the box - thinking may still work. When the yield of 10 - year Treasury bonds enters the range of 1.83 - 1.85%, it may be in a state where long - end interest rates "cannot rise", and high - elasticity varieties can be added to increase the duration; when the yield of 10 - year Treasury bonds drops to the range of 1.75 - 1.77%, a catalyst is needed for further decline, and one can consider taking profits on long - term bonds and waiting, using the leverage + coupon strategy as a transition. In mid - March, one should play the game of rising inflation while taking into account the possibility of interest - rate cuts, with the portfolio duration placed at a neutral level and a more extreme dumbbell strategy adopted [3]. 3. Summary According to the Directory 3.1. Multi - factor Intertwining, Cautious Pricing in the Bond Market - From March 2 - 6, affected by domestic important meetings and overseas geopolitical conflicts, the bond market priced cautiously. The long - end interest rates of 10 - year Treasury bonds, 30 - year Treasury bonds, and 10 - year CDB bonds had slight fluctuations, while the short - end interest rates of 1 - year and 3 - year Treasury bonds also changed [8]. - In the first week of March, the central bank routinely withdrew the cross - month funds, and the weekly average of R001 and R007 were 1.36% and 1.51% respectively. In a loose environment, the short - end performed better, and the interest - rate bond curve steepened. The yields of general credit bonds showed a parallel downward trend, and the issuance rates of inter - bank certificates of deposit declined counter - seasonally [10][13]. 3.2. Three Logics Worthy of Attention from Mid - March - **Price - rising logic**: Since the beginning of March, the full blockade of the Strait of Hormuz by Iran has led to a sharp rise in crude - oil prices. If the average price of Brent crude oil in March reaches $90, $100, and $120 per barrel respectively, the impact on the year - on - year growth rate of China's PPI in March will be + 0.5pct, + 0.7pct, and 1.2pct respectively, and the delayed impact on April data may reach + 0.6pct, + 0.8pct, and 1.4pct. The market may pre - price the potential accelerated recovery of inflation [19]. - **Institutional - level marginal changes**: From January to March 2026, the medium - and long - term bond allocation behavior of large banks in the secondary market went through three stages: over - buying in January, slow - buying in February, and no - buying in March, indicating that the early - year asset - grabbing is coming to an end. As the primary - market supply accelerates, large banks are gradually returning to the role of sellers of long - term bonds in the secondary market. Near the end - of - quarter revenue settlement, banks may turn to taking profits and have a higher demand to reduce medium - and long - term bonds [21]. - **The central bank's possible "slow withdrawal" of medium - and long - term redundant funds**: Recently, the central bank has started to implement a "slow withdrawal" operation for medium - and long - term funds. For example, the bond - buying scale in February decreased from 100 billion yuan to 50 billion yuan, and the net withdrawal of 3 - month repurchase in March was 200 billion yuan. It is crucial to observe the stability of the money market after the Two Sessions [24]. 3.3. The Seasonal Recovery of Wealth - Management Scale in the First Week of the Month - **Weekly scale**: The wealth - management scale decreased at the end of February due to the impact of balance - sheet return pressure. In the first week of March, it recovered as expected, with a week - on - week increase of 33.5 billion yuan to 33.37 trillion yuan. As the end of the quarter approaches, the balance - sheet return pressure will gradually emerge [35]. - **Wealth - management risks**: The retracement of equity - containing products has increased, and the negative - return ratio of wealth - management products has risen. The overall negative - return ratio of wealth - management products has increased by 7.73pct to 9.65% this week. The net - breaking rate of all products has increased by 0.02pct to 0.31%, and the performance non - compliance rate has increased by 0.3pct to 25.1% [41][49]. 3.4. The Leverage Ratio in the Inter - bank and Exchange Markets Has Both Increased - From March 2 - 6, the money market loosened spontaneously under the influence of fiscal expenditure. The average daily trading volume of inter - bank pledged repurchase increased significantly, and the proportion of overnight trading also increased. The inter - bank leverage ratio, exchange - market leverage ratio, and the leverage ratio of non - bank institutions all increased [55][59]. 3.5. Both Interest - type and Credit - type Medium - and Long - term Bond Funds Have Extended Their Durations - From March 2 - 6, the durations of interest - type and credit - type medium - and long - term bond funds have both increased. The weekly average duration of interest - type medium - and long - term bond funds has increased from 3.26 years to 3.43 years, and that of credit - type medium - and long - term bond funds has increased from 1.96 years to 2.05 years. The durations of short - term and medium - short - term bond funds have slightly decreased [66][75]. 3.6. The Net Issuance Scale of Government Bonds Has Decreased - From March 9 - 13, the planned issuance of government bonds is 49.75 billion yuan, slightly higher than the previous week. However, the net payment of government bonds on a payment - date basis will turn negative, estimated to be about - 162.1 billion yuan. The net payment of Treasury bonds has decreased significantly, and the net payment of local bonds has also decreased [77][80].

Core Viewpoint - The Loan Prime Rate (LPR) has remained unchanged for seven consecutive months, reflecting a stable macroeconomic environment and reduced reliance on short-term stimulus policies [3][4]. Group 1: Economic Environment - The current macroeconomic environment shows strong growth resilience, with exports performing better than expected and new productivity sectors developing rapidly, indicating that the need for aggressive counter-cyclical adjustments has diminished [3]. - The central economic work conference has emphasized the flexible and efficient use of various policy tools, suggesting that monetary policy will actively support growth targets [4][8]. Group 2: Future LPR Adjustments - Although the LPR has been stable, there is still potential for future adjustments, particularly in the first quarter of 2026, as the central bank may implement new rounds of reserve requirement ratio (RRR) cuts or interest rate reductions [4][6]. - The timing for potential LPR cuts is likely around the Chinese New Year, a critical period for policy measures aimed at stabilizing expectations and promoting consumption [6]. Group 3: Rationale for Potential LPR Cuts - Four key reasons support the possibility of LPR cuts: 1. Clear national policy direction provides operational space for interest rate reductions [8]. 2. The need to maintain a healthy yield curve due to significant government bond issuance this year [8]. 3. The LPR pricing mechanism has room for transmission, as liquidity has been injected into the banking system, lowering funding costs [8]. 4. Balancing market supply and demand with risk pricing is essential, as adjustments must consider both promoting lower financing costs and maintaining financial system stability [8]. Group 4: Benefits of LPR Cuts - A reduction in LPR would lower costs for homebuyers, boosting confidence in the housing market and stabilizing expectations [9][12]. - It would also decrease financing costs for the real economy, particularly benefiting small and medium-sized enterprises and sectors related to new productivity [12]. - Overall, LPR cuts could help stabilize and boost the macroeconomy by increasing disposable income and enhancing consumption willingness, thereby driving total demand [12].

Core Insights - The liquidity in the U.S. financial system is being significantly impacted by JPMorgan Chase's strategic shift of $350 billion from reserves at the Federal Reserve to U.S. Treasury securities, leading to a contraction in overall system reserves [3] - JPMorgan's holdings of U.S. Treasuries surged from $231 billion to $450 billion, nearly doubling, as the bank aims to lock in future yields before anticipated interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve [3][4] - The actions of a single institution, such as JPMorgan, can have substantial effects on overall market liquidity, raising concerns among regulators about financial stability [4][5] Group 1 - JPMorgan Chase has moved $350 billion from Federal Reserve reserves to U.S. Treasury securities, causing total bank deposits at the Fed to drop from $1.9 trillion to $1.6 trillion [3] - Excluding JPMorgan, the remaining 4,000 banks have seen a net increase in reserves, indicating that JPMorgan's actions are counteracting the overall banking sector's liquidity [3] - The bank's strategy is driven by the declining interest on reserves (IORB), which has decreased from a peak of 5.4% [3] Group 2 - JPMorgan's Treasury holdings increased significantly, with market speculation suggesting the bank is extending asset duration and using interest rate swaps to prepare for a low-rate environment [3][4] - The bank received $15 billion in interest from the Federal Reserve in 2024, which constitutes about 25% of its projected annual profit of $58.5 billion [4] - The ongoing debate regarding the Federal Reserve's interest on reserves and its impact on credit availability for the real economy has been reignited, highlighting potential conflicts between individual bank strategies and macroeconomic stability [4][5]

Group 1 - The article discusses the evolving role of central banks, particularly the Federal Reserve, in influencing interest rates and market liquidity through monetary policy tools like quantitative easing [1][3] - It highlights the historical context of central banks, noting their original purpose of financing government operations and managing currency issuance tied to gold standards [2] - The relationship between central bankers and politicians is described as delicate, with central bank independence being crucial for maintaining market confidence, especially in the face of political pressures [3][4] Group 2 - The article references the significant actions taken by former Federal Reserve Chairman Paul Volcker, who raised interest rates to combat inflation, illustrating the importance of central bank independence in achieving long-term economic stability [4] - It mentions the current political climate, particularly the pressures from President Trump on the Federal Reserve, and the implications for future monetary policy decisions [3][5] - The potential for interest rate cuts is discussed, with market reactions indicating optimism for continued economic growth under the current administration [3][4]

Group 1: US Economic Overview - The US economy continues to expand, with the Atlanta Fed's GDPNOW model predicting a Q3 growth rate of 3.1%, driven by stable consumer momentum and strong investment in technology [2] - Jobless claims have increased, with initial claims rising by 27,000 to 263,000, the highest in four years, indicating a cooling labor market [2] - Inflation remains manageable, with August PPI unexpectedly dropping to 2.6%, significantly below the expected 3.3%, while CPI slightly increased to 2.9% [2] Group 2: Monetary Policy and Market Reactions - The US is expected to restart monetary easing, with market participants fully pricing in three rate cuts this year, leading to a decline in private sector financing costs [3] - The 30-year mortgage rate fell by 15 basis points to 6.25%, and the 10-year AAA corporate bond yield decreased by 8 basis points to 4.26% [3] - US stock markets rose, influenced by the Fed's dovish outlook, although valuations are considered high, with future gains expected to come from corporate earnings growth rather than valuation expansion [3] Group 3: Bond Market Dynamics - Short-term interest rates are expected to decline as the easing cycle begins, but the long-term rates may remain volatile due to economic resilience and inflationary pressures [4] - The 10-year US Treasury yield is projected to average 4.3% this year and 4.2% next year, with a fluctuation range of 3.5% to 5% [4] Group 4: Currency and Commodity Outlook - The US dollar is anticipated to remain in a range-bound trading pattern, with a fluctuation range of 95 to 103, due to the dual support of easing monetary policy and fiscal expansion [5] - The Chinese yuan is expected to maintain a strong stance in the short term, although potential fluctuations may arise from changes in the A-share market and US rate cut expectations [5] - Gold is viewed positively, benefiting from the Fed's easing cycle and ongoing global central bank purchases [5] Group 5: China Economic Insights - China's economy is showing signs of slowdown, with external demand weakening and internal demand potentially continuing to decline [7] - August macro data indicates a drop in export and import growth rates, with exports to the US declining by 33.1% [7] - The government is implementing policies to stabilize growth in key industries, including the automotive sector, with a target of approximately 3% growth in overall vehicle sales by 2025 [9] Group 6: Market Strategy and Recommendations - The current market sentiment favors equities over bonds, with a recommendation to hold short to medium-duration bonds while being cautious with long-duration investments [12] - The A-share market has shown resilience, with the Shanghai Composite Index rising 1.52%, supported by liquidity and favorable policies [13] - Investment strategies suggest maintaining dividend stocks as a stable base, while allocating to growth sectors like technology and healthcare for potential gains [14]

Core Viewpoint - The independence of the Federal Reserve is facing unprecedented challenges due to President Trump's dismissal of Fed Governor Lisa Cook, which has raised concerns about political interference in monetary policy [1][10][14]. Group 1: Federal Reserve's Response - The Federal Reserve stated that the long-term fixed terms of its governors and the protection against dismissal are crucial for ensuring that monetary policy decisions are based on data and the long-term interests of the American people [3][4]. - The Fed will comply with any court rulings regarding Cook's dismissal [4]. Group 2: Political Implications - Trump's actions are seen as part of a systematic intervention in the Federal Reserve, with previous appointments of loyalists and public criticisms of Fed Chair Jerome Powell's policies [6][7]. - Historically, no Fed governor has been dismissed by a president, and Trump's ability to remove Cook remains uncertain due to legal restrictions requiring substantial evidence of misconduct [8][9]. Group 3: Market Reactions - Following Trump's threats, the U.S. dollar index, U.S. Treasury yields, and S&P 500 futures experienced limited declines [10]. - Analysts suggest that if the Fed's decision-making is increasingly influenced by Trump's policies, it could lead to accelerated rate cuts, benefiting equities and global risk assets while causing fluctuations in commodity prices [10]. Group 4: Future Considerations - If Trump successfully removes Cook, he would gain a majority on the Fed's Board, potentially undermining the Fed's independence and affecting its ability to control inflation [14][15]. - The political cycle may increasingly influence the Fed's policy objectives, shifting from a dual mandate of price stability and employment growth to potentially incorporating political considerations [15].

Core Viewpoint - The bond market is expected to experience fluctuations in 2022, with cautious optimism regarding investment opportunities as macroeconomic conditions evolve [1][3]. Macroeconomic Outlook - The macroeconomic environment is anticipated to show a gradual upward trend throughout the year, supported by ongoing monetary policy measures [1]. - Key challenges include pressure on exports and domestic demand, with real estate sector contraction being a central issue [1]. - Inflation is expected to see a decline in PPI while CPI may rise, indicating mixed inflationary pressures [1]. Bond Market Dynamics - The bond market in 2021 exhibited a rare low-volatility trend, performing relatively well [4]. - There is a cautious outlook for 2022, with expectations of a range-bound market rather than a continuation of the previous year's "bull market" [3][5]. - The bond market may face short-term pressures due to policy adjustments and credit data fluctuations, but medium-term risks are considered manageable [5]. Investment Strategies - Investment strategies should focus on maintaining flexibility and liquidity in bond portfolios, with an emphasis on credit quality and duration management [6]. - The approach should prioritize space over time, with a focus on selective trading and appropriate leverage [6]. - For the money market, a neutral strategy is recommended, with an emphasis on timing and adjusting duration to balance yield and risk [7].

1. Report Industry Investment Rating The document does not provide the industry investment rating. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - Liquidity abundance drives a dual - bull market in stocks and bonds, but export data interferes with the bond market. The 7 - day OMO of the central bank was in a net - withdrawal state last week, yet the capital market remained loose. The short - term asset yields declined due to loose funds, and the mid - and long - term yields also had downward support after the weak bond market sentiment recovered. However, the July export data and the establishment of the Xinzang Railway Company triggered the stock - bond "seesaw" effect, restricting the downward space of ultra - long - term interest rates [2][87]. - The pricing focus of taxation is more inclined to new bonds, and the curve valuation may face upward pressure. The ChinaBond Valuation Center will gradually transition the yield curve and prioritize using new bonds to compile it. The winning bid rate of new local bonds on August 8 was higher than the valuation of the same - term old bonds, indicating that the pricing focus has shifted to new bonds. Potential tax policy changes may also push up the valuation center [2][88]. - Ample funds are beneficial for short - term interest rates to maintain good performance, and the curve shape may continue to steepen. The previous negative sentiment in the bond market has weakened, and the bond market pricing may become more neutral. Short - term interest rates are expected to perform well, while the downward space of long - term interest rates may be restricted. The strategy of "shortening portfolio duration + preferentially allocating old bonds" is recommended, and steepening the interest rate curve is also a cost - effective option [2][89]. 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Important Matters - On August 8, the central bank conducted a 7000 - billion - yuan 3 - month (91 - day) fixed - quantity, interest - rate - tender, multiple - price - winning bid buy - back operation. After this operation, the buy - back was still in a net - withdrawal state as the August maturity scale was 9000 billion yuan [5]. - China's export in July 2025 reached 321.784 billion US dollars, a year - on - year increase of 7.2%, the highest growth rate since April. Exports to the EU and ASEAN increased by 9.2% and 16.6% respectively, while exports to the US decreased by 21.7% year - on - year [7]. - The State Council issued an opinion on gradually implementing free pre - school education, covering all kindergarten senior - class children and eligible private kindergarten children [9]. - On August 8, 2025, the Xinzang Railway Co., Ltd. was established with a registered capital of 950 billion yuan, marking the start of the substantial construction of the Xinzang Railway project [12]. - On August 7, the ChinaBond Valuation Center announced that it would gradually transition the yield curve and prioritize using new bonds to compile it [13]. 3.2 Money Market - **Open Market Operations and Capital Interest Rate Trends**: From August 4 to 8, 2025, the central bank's 7 - day reverse repurchase operation had a net withdrawal of 536.5 billion yuan. The policy interest rate for the 7 - day open - market reverse repurchase was 1.40%. As of August 8, R001, R007, DR001, and DR007 were 1.341%, 1.454%, 1.312%, and 1.425% respectively, with changes compared to August 1 [15][20]. - **Certificate of Deposit Interest Rate Trends and Repurchase Transaction Volume**: Commercial bank certificates of deposit had a net financing of 177.31 billion yuan last week, with city commercial banks having the largest issuance scale. The 1 - year issuance rate of national and share - holding banks dropped to around 1.63%. In the secondary market, the yields of certificates of deposit declined, and the 1Y - 3M term spread widened [24][29]. 3.3 Bond Market - **Primary Market**: From January to August, the net financing rhythm of local government bonds was faster than that of national bonds. As of August 8, the cumulative net financing of national bonds and local bonds in 2025 was about 4.37 trillion yuan and 5.27 trillion yuan respectively. The actual issuance of local government bonds in July was lower than expected, which may lead to an increase in the actual supply in August - September. Last week, the issuance and net financing of national bonds increased significantly, while the issuance of local bonds slowed down. The issuance scale of special refinancing bonds has reached 1.84 trillion yuan as of August 8 [34][41][42]. - **Secondary Market**: Last week, the market showed a bull - steepening trend. The short - and medium - term interest rates declined due to loose funds, while the ultra - long - term interest rates increased due to export data and strong risk assets. The trading volume and turnover rate of 10 - year national bond and national development bond active bonds decreased. The term spread and the spread between national and local bonds showed different trends [46][50][59]. 3.4 Institutional Behavior Tracking - The leveraged trading volume recovered last week due to loose funds. The 20 - day moving average of the daily trading volume of inter - bank pledged repurchase was 7.42 trillion yuan, a decrease of about 0.21 trillion yuan from the previous week [67]. - In the cash bond market, state - owned banks mainly bought national bonds with a maturity of less than 5 years, rural commercial banks mainly increased their holdings of national bonds with a maturity of more than 10 years, and securities firms and funds had a stronger buying force for national bonds with a maturity of less than 10 years [70]. - The current加仓 cost of major trading desks for 10 - year national bonds is between 1.69% - 1.70% [74]. 3.5 High - Frequency Data Tracking - Last week, the settlement prices of rebar, cathode copper, and Brent and WTI crude oil futures decreased compared to the previous week, while the BDI index increased. The CCFI index decreased, and the prices of pork and glass also declined, while the price of vegetables increased. The central parity rate of the US dollar against the RMB was 7.14 [84]. 3.6 Market Outlook - The bond market may continue to show a steepening trend. The strategy of "shortening portfolio duration + preferentially allocating old bonds" is recommended, and steepening the interest rate curve is also a cost - effective option. Specific trading varieties can consider 250011 and 2500002 [89].

Core Viewpoint - The White House National Economic Council Director Hassett stated that the Federal Reserve's actions are "very, very slow" and emphasized the need for the Fed to return to the "curve where interest rates should be" [1] Group 1 - U.S. inflation data has been consistently good [1] - The Federal Reserve is urged to adjust its approach to interest rates [1]