Group 1: Report Industry Investment Rating - Not provided in the given content Group 2: Report's Core View - The economic cycle in the second half of 2025 is in an upward phase, and the current situation is similar to that from 2016 - 2017, in the second half of the L - shaped curve [2] - The upward correction of market expectation differences may drive the market to rise, and the current asset prices in the stock, bond, and commodity markets are all priced weakly [5] - In the context of the correction of economic expectations, there is a possibility of a stock - bond switch, with bond yields and the stock market expected to rise [7] Group 3: Summary by Related Directory 2025 Economic Situation and Factors Driving Recovery - The local debt resolution plan in November 2024 may promote continuous economic recovery, as debt rectification every about 5 years usually leads to economic rebound after completion [2] - The completion of policy digestion since November 2024 has led to a continuous rebound in the growth rate of social financing stock [3] - The supply - side anti - involution policy proposed on July 1, 2025, is similar to the 2015 supply - side reform and is conducive to the rebound of PPI year - on - year [3] Market Expectation Difference and Its Impact - The economic recovery in the second half of 2025 may not be as significant as that in 2016 - 2017, but there is a large upward space in market expectations, and the upward correction of expectation differences may drive the market to rise [4][5] - As of July 22, 2025, the equity risk premium rate of Wind All A was 3.14%, at the 72.1% historical quantile in the past 10 years; the 10 - year Treasury bond yield was 1.69%, at the 4.0% historical quantile in the past 10 years; the Nanhua Industrial Products Index was at the 43.2% historical quantile since 2022, indicating that asset prices are priced weakly [5] - The market's weak pricing logic is that the pressure to achieve the annual GDP target is not large, and the policy expectation for the second half of the year is low. However, there is an obvious expectation difference in the market's pricing of the expected economic recovery [5] Stock - Bond Switch in the Context of Economic Expectation Correction - The current economic situation is similar to that from 2016 - 2017, having ended the downward phase and entering a stabilization stage, with demand remaining stable. Policy is addressing structural issues to promote the stabilization of real estate and the normalization of inflation [7] - Although the economic recovery in the second half of 2025 may not be as significant as that in 2016 - 2017, in the context of the correction of economic expectations, there is a possibility of a stock - bond switch, with bond yields and the stock market expected to rise [7]

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the potential for market recovery and growth in the second half of the year, driven by factors such as sustained corporate profit recovery, liquidity, and the rise of emerging industries [3][4][5]. Group 1: Market Outlook - The upcoming deadline for "reciprocal tariffs" in the U.S. is unlikely to resolve trade issues within the 90-day period, leading to a gradual spread of external uncertainties beyond tariffs [3]. - Global equity assets have rebounded to relatively high levels since the beginning of the year, indicating that investors believe the most severe impacts of tariff issues are behind them [3]. - Domestic policies are expected to remain proactive to mitigate extreme risks similar to those faced earlier in the year, while the domestic economy is anticipated to maintain resilience [3]. Group 2: Factors Contributing to Market Expectations - The sustained recovery of corporate profits, driven by improved domestic demand, real estate data, and new financial tools, is expected to continue supporting A-share performance [4]. - High liquidity in the capital markets, coupled with active micro-level funding and ongoing policy support for equity markets, is likely to attract more incremental capital [4]. - Emerging industries, particularly in AI, robotics, and semiconductors, are gaining momentum due to policy support and external pressures, positioning them as new growth points for the economy [4]. Group 3: Sector Focus - In the consumer sector, three areas of focus include: 1) domestic demand subsidies related to home appliances and consumer electronics; 2) offline service consumption, particularly in Hong Kong's dining and tourism sectors; 3) new consumption trends [6]. - In the technology sector, attention is directed towards AI, robotics, semiconductor supply chains, defense, and low-altitude economy [6]. - The dividend sector is highlighted for its high-quality stock selections [6]. Group 4: Market Trends - The market is expected to reach new highs in the second half of the year, transitioning from policy-driven to fundamentals and liquidity-driven dynamics, with potential parallels to the market performance in 2019 [5]. - There are still existing expectation gaps regarding the sustainability of fundamental improvements, continued capital inflows, and opportunities arising from emerging industries [5].