Core Viewpoint - Since 2021, the bond market has entered a prolonged bull market, with expectations that the yield curve may continue to steepen by 2026 due to the divergence between the new economy, represented by AI, and the traditional economy [2][4][5]. Group 1: Bond Market Outlook - The 10-year government bond yield has decreased from 3.2% at the beginning of 2021 to approximately 1.7% currently, driven by a slowdown in financing demand due to declining real estate and demographic changes [5][6]. - The overall bond yield is expected to remain on a downward trend, with the 10-year government bond yield projected to fall to between 1.2% and 1.5% by 2026 [10][12]. - The credit bond market may experience marginal weakening in demand, but support for short- to medium-term credit bonds remains strong, with credit spreads likely to stay at historically low levels [12][20]. Group 2: Economic Divergence - The global economy is witnessing a divergence between the strong new economy and the weakening traditional economy, influenced by various frictional factors such as fiscal constraints and geopolitical tensions [6][10]. - In the U.S., the persistent "three highs" issue (high inflation, high interest rates, and high wages) is expected to pressure traditional industries, leading to a slowdown in investment and hiring [6][9]. - The Chinese economy is also experiencing a similar divergence, with the new economy showing robust growth while traditional sectors like real estate and infrastructure face challenges [6][10]. Group 3: Credit Bond Dynamics - The demand for credit bonds may face fluctuations due to a slowdown in wealth management scale growth, but short-term credit bonds are expected to maintain support [13][20]. - The net increase in non-financial credit bonds is projected to remain concentrated in central state-owned enterprises, with an estimated net increase of around 1.8 trillion to 2 trillion yuan for the year [15][16]. - The credit risk for city investment bonds and state-owned enterprise bonds is expected to remain low, although uncertainties may arise post-2027 when the platform exit policy is fully implemented [20]. Group 4: Market Trends and Strategies - The volatility of convertible bonds in 2026 is anticipated to be lower than in 2024-2025, with a gradual recovery in the primary market expected [21][23]. - The issuance of public REITs is likely to accelerate under the guidance of regulatory policies, with potential catalysts including declining long-term interest rates and improvements in market fundamentals [29][30]. - The "productization" of fixed income markets is expected to gain momentum in 2026, highlighting the importance of constant ETF development [29].