Group 1 - The A-share index has been on the rise since April 2025, with the Shanghai Composite Index reaching 3605.73 points on July 24, 2023 [1] - Major broad-based indices have shown significant increases, with the North China 50 Index rising by 39.86% and other indices like the CSI 1000 and CSI 500 also experiencing notable gains [1] Group 2 - Huaxia Fund indicates that structural risks are accumulating but no clear turning point has been observed; the market is currently in a main upward trend with strong risk appetite and capital support [2] - Recent meetings have released positive signals for expanding domestic demand and "anti-involution" policies, boosting market sentiment; upcoming policy changes may act as new catalysts for market performance [2] - Long-term views suggest that the trend of asset revaluation in China remains unchanged, supported by global capital rebalancing and accelerated industrial upgrades [2] - Great Wall Fund maintains a cautiously optimistic short-term outlook, suggesting that while the market may still be in an upward trend, defensive positioning is necessary to avoid excessive chasing of highs [2]

Core Viewpoint - The report by Goldman Sachs indicates a significant decline in housing demand in China due to population decrease and urbanization slowdown, predicting a shift towards a "housing for living, not for speculation" model in the real estate market [1][4]. Demand and Supply Dynamics - The annual demand for urban housing in China is expected to drop from an average of 9.4 million units in the 2010s to 4.1 million units between 2025 and 2030, significantly lower than the peak demand of 20 million units in 2017 [1][4]. - The housing unit-to-household ratio has reached 1.16, exceeding the international warning line of 1.1, with a vacancy rate of 12.1%, indicating a severe supply-demand imbalance [5][6]. - The total inventory of commercial housing amounts to 93 trillion yuan, which is 70% of GDP, with a de-stocking cycle exceeding 30 months, suggesting that the demand side is nearing saturation [5][6]. Market Sentiment and Future Outlook - The ongoing decline in housing prices is expected to deter investment interest, with predictions that housing prices may drop by 20%-25% by 2025, further exacerbating market hesitance [9]. - The real estate sector, which contributes approximately 25% to GDP, is likely to face negative effects on investment and consumption due to shrinking demand [9]. - The report suggests that the real estate market will enter an "L-shaped" adjustment period over the next decade, characterized by structural differentiation and a policy-driven weak recovery rather than a complete downturn [12]. Demographic Trends - The population of individuals born in the 1990s is 40 million less than that of the 1980s, and the number of newborns has plummeted by 40% compared to eight years ago, leading to a shrinking pool of first-time homebuyers [5][12]. - The marriage registration numbers have declined for nine consecutive years, contributing to a decrease in "marriage housing" demand and reinforcing the trend towards rental housing [13]. Policy Implications - The report highlights the need for policy adjustments, such as promoting affordable housing and urban renewal, to address the challenges faced by the real estate sector [9][12]. - The shift from a focus on quantity to quality in housing demand is anticipated as urbanization approaches its limits, with a growing preference for smaller and more suitable housing options [12][13].