Core Viewpoint - The economic data for Q4 2025 indicates a significant "high first, low later" trend, with supply outpacing demand and external demand stronger than internal demand [4][5]. Economic Data Summary - In Q4 2025, the GDP grew by 4.5% year-on-year, aligning with market expectations, while the annual growth rate for 2025 was 5% [4][5]. - The industrial added value for December 2025 increased by 5.2% year-on-year, up from 4.8% in November [4][5]. - Fixed asset investment for the entire year of 2025 saw a cumulative year-on-year decline of 3.8%, worsening from a previous decline of 2.6% [4][6]. - Retail sales of consumer goods in December 2025 grew by 0.9% year-on-year, down from 1.3% in November, marking a continuous decline over seven months [4][6]. Investment Market Insights - In the bond market, from August 2025 to the present, government bond yields have shown a clear divergence, with short-term yields stable and declining, while long-term yields, especially the 30-year yield, are on an upward trend [7]. - The current loose liquidity and diverging fundamentals suggest a gradually optimistic outlook for the bond market, with the 10-year government bond yield expected to stabilize around 1.75% in 2026 [7]. - In the convertible bond market, as of January 16, 2026, the China Securities Convertible Bond Index has risen by 5.6%, mirroring the 5.5% increase in the overall index, indicating a strong demand for convertible bonds amid a bullish equity market [7].

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - The economy in 2025 showed a significant "high in the front, low in the back" characteristic, with supply stronger than demand and external demand stronger than domestic demand. The GDP growth rate in Q1 was the highest at 5.4%, while that in Q4 dropped to the lowest at 4.5%. The main economic indicators were significantly differentiated, with the GDP deflator remaining negative and the inflation environment showing no obvious improvement [2][8]. - In December 2025, the year - on - year and month - on - month growth rates of the added value of large - scale industries both increased. However, the month - on - month decline of fixed - asset investment widened, and the growth rates of its three major sub - items continued to decline. The year - on - year growth rate of social consumer goods continued to fall, and the month - on - month growth rate was significantly weaker than the seasonal level [2][3]. - In the bond market, for interest - rate bonds, since August 2025, the yield curve of treasury bonds has steepened significantly. The short - end yield has been stable with a slight decline, while the long - end yield, especially the 30 - year yield, has been on the rise. For convertible bonds, since the beginning of 2026, the convertible bond market has moved in tandem with the equity market. In the long run, convertible bonds are still relatively high - quality assets [4][34]. 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Event - On January 19, 2026, the National Bureau of Statistics released the economic data for Q4 and December 2025. The real year - on - year growth rate of GDP in Q4 2025 was 4.5%, and the real year - on - year growth rate for the whole year was 5%. In December 2025, the year - on - year growth rate of the added value of large - scale industries was 5.2%, the cumulative year - on - year decline of fixed - asset investment from January to December was 3.8%, and the year - on - year growth rate of the total retail sales of social consumer goods was 0.9% [1][7][10]. 3.2 Comment 3.2.1 Overall Economic Situation in 2025 - The economy showed a "high in the front, low in the back" trend. The industrial production growth rate continued to decline but remained at a relatively high level. In terms of demand, external demand was strong (export growth rate was 6.1% in 2025), while domestic demand was relatively weak (fixed - asset investment growth rate was - 3.8% and social consumer goods retail sales growth rate was 3.7%). The GDP deflator was negative, and the inflation environment did not improve significantly. The year - on - year growth rate of per - capita disposable income of residents also continued to decline [8][9]. 3.2.2 Added Value of Large - scale Industries in December 2025 - The year - on - year growth rate was 5.2%, 0.4 percentage points higher than that in November. The month - on - month growth rate was + 0.49%, up from + 0.44% in the previous month. Among the three major sectors, the year - on - year growth rate of the manufacturing industry increased significantly, while those of the mining industry and the production and supply of electricity, heat, gas, and water decreased [15]. 3.2.3 Fixed - Asset Investment in December 2025 - The cumulative year - on - year growth rate of fixed - asset investment was - 3.8%, with the decline expanding. The month - on - month growth rate was - 1.13%, also with an expanding decline. The cumulative year - on - year growth rates of real estate, manufacturing, and general infrastructure investment all decreased, and the single - month year - on - year growth rates were all weak [20][22]. 3.2.4 Social Consumer Goods in December 2025 - The year - on - year growth rate was 0.9%, falling for 7 consecutive months. The month - on - month growth rate was - 0.12%, significantly lower than the same period in 2023 and 2024. The growth rate of optional consumption slightly stabilized, while the growth rates of necessities and catering services continued to decline [28]. 3.3 Bond Market Viewpoint - Interest - rate bonds: Since August 2025, the yield curve of treasury bonds has steepened. The short - end yield has been stable with a slight decline, and the long - end yield has been rising. Given the current loose capital situation and the differentiated fundamental trends, investors should be more optimistic about the bond market. It is expected that the fluctuation center of the 10Y treasury bond yield in 2026 will be 1.75%. - Convertible bonds: Since the beginning of 2026 (as of January 16), the convertible bond market has moved in tandem with the equity market. In the long run, convertible bonds are still relatively high - quality assets, but more attention should be paid to the structure [4][34].

Production Sector - Industrial output growth in October was 4.9%, down from 6.5% in September, and below the market expectation of 5.52%[3] - The service sector production index grew by 4.6% year-on-year in October, a decline from 5.6% in September[3] - Export growth plummeted from 8.3% to -1.1%, significantly impacting industrial performance[3] Consumption Sector - Retail sales increased by 2.9% year-on-year in October, slightly above the market expectation but indicating weak consumption momentum[4] - Durable goods consumption, particularly in appliances and automobiles, showed significant decline due to weak income expectations and a sluggish real estate market[4] - Service consumption remained stable but lacked strong support for overall recovery[4] Investment Sector - Fixed asset investment fell to -1.7% year-on-year for January to October, a notable drop from -0.5% in the previous period, indicating a clear downward trend[5] - Manufacturing investment decreased to 2.7% year-on-year, with October showing a monthly decline of -6.7%, marking four consecutive months of negative growth[5] - Real estate investment plummeted by 14.7% year-on-year, worsening from -13.9% in September, continuing to be the largest drag on overall investment[5] Economic Outlook - The overall economic performance in October indicates a significant decline in demand, confirming a "high in the front, low in the back" trend for the year[3] - The forecast for Q4 suggests continued economic pressure, with a likelihood of maintaining an annual growth target of around 5% if Q4 growth reaches 4.64% year-on-year[3] - Ongoing low inflation and weak demand necessitate sustained policy support, particularly in fiscal measures and income expansion[3]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Views of the Report - The domestic economy is expected to be high in the first half and low in the second half. Policy support is in place, but domestic demand remains weak. The GDP growth target of around 5% for 2025 is expected to be achieved with relative ease [9][10]. - Fiscal policy will mainly rely on existing measures with limited incremental input, while monetary policy will continue with reserve requirement ratio cuts and interest rate cuts. Additional fiscal policies may be launched under special circumstances [2]. - There are three major external disturbances in the second half of the year: tariff negotiations, the OBBB Act, and the timing of the Fed's interest rate cuts [2]. - The outlook for major asset classes varies. Stocks are expected to have a bottom - line support with small - cap stocks outperforming; bond yields are expected to reach new lows; the RMB exchange rate is expected to appreciate following the US dollar index; and commodities' performance will depend on event and policy rhythms [2]. 3. Summary by Directory 3.1 Domestic Economy: Policy Support, Weak Domestic Demand - **Economic Overall Trend**: The economy is expected to be high in the first half and low in the second half. To counter the impact of exports, policies are targeted at consumption, infrastructure, and manufacturing. In the first half, with pre - emptive policy implementation, consumption, infrastructure, and manufacturing showed good growth, and the GDP growth rate in Q1 was 5.4%, with Q2 expected to be above 5%. In the second half, exports are likely to decline, and the probability of additional policies is low [9][10]. - **Consumption**: The increase in social retail sales is mainly supported by policies. After excluding the impact of the "trade - in" policy, the overall consumption has not improved significantly compared to 2024. Income expectations remain poor, and employment expectations are lower than income expectations. The consumption in Q3 is expected to maintain relatively high - speed growth, while there will be significant downward pressure in Q4 [11][16][17]. - **Real Estate**: The real estate market has basically reached the bottom, and the probability of a further sharp decline in the second half is low. However, the driving force for recovery is insufficient, and it is expected to continue to operate at the bottom, with a slight upward trend under optimistic expectations [19][21]. - **Infrastructure**: Infrastructure is expected to remain at a high level. The main sources of funds are two - fold policy funds and local government special bonds. In Q3, infrastructure will still have strong support, and it may decline in Q4 but remain at a high level overall. The new policy - based financial instruments may be introduced in September or October [34][35]. - **Exports**: Exports were high in the first half but are likely to decline in the second half due to factors such as over - drawn demand and the downward risk of the US economy [37][38]. - **Manufacturing**: Manufacturing is highly dependent on policy support. With the implementation of the equipment renewal policy, most of the funds have been allocated, and manufacturing is expected to remain at a high level at least in Q3 [40]. 3.2 Policy: Limited Fiscal Policy, Increased Monetary Policy - **Fiscal Policy**: The fiscal policy will mainly rely on existing measures with limited incremental input. The probability of introducing incremental fiscal policies is low unless there is a significant external shock. Key meetings in the second half of the year need to be monitored [42][43]. - **Monetary Policy**: Monetary policy will continue with reserve requirement ratio cuts and interest rate cuts. Based on historical experience and the current high real - interest - rate level, it is reasonable to expect an interest rate cut of 20bp this year [44][46]. 3.3 Three Major External Disturbances in the Second Half of the Year - **Tariff Negotiation Disturbance**: The outcomes of the US tariff negotiations on July 9 and the China - US tariff negotiations on August 12 will basically determine the export trend in the second half of the year [48]. - **OBBB Act Disturbance**: The OBBB Act will have an impact on the US economy and indirectly affect the domestic economy. The Senate version of the bill will increase the US debt, and if temporary measures are made permanent, the debt increase will be even greater. The bill may lead to a steeper yield curve and higher 10 - year US Treasury yields [49][51]. - **Fed Policy Rate Changes**: The first interest rate cut is expected to occur in September or later. The number of expected interest rate cuts within the year may be slightly overestimated considering the US economic resilience and Powell's style [54]. 3.4 Outlook for Major Asset Classes in the Second Half of the Year - **Stocks**: Stocks have a bottom - line support. Although they will face fundamental pressure, the Fed's interest rate cuts and domestic monetary policy will provide support. Small - cap stocks are expected to outperform [55]. - **Bonds**: Bond yields are expected to reach new lows. The bond market will be supported by the economic trend, and with lower supply pressure and a high probability of interest rate cuts, bond yields are expected to decline [58]. - **RMB Exchange Rate**: The US dollar index is expected to decline, and the RMB will appreciate following the US dollar index, which will help ease the pressure on export enterprises [60]. - **Commodities**: The performance of commodities will depend on event and policy rhythms. External tariff negotiations and domestic policy implementation schedules will affect commodity prices. Gold is expected to strengthen with support from the US debt issue and the approaching Fed interest rate cuts [63][64].