1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Viewpoints - Short - term, the US dollar index is expected to fluctuate between 99 - 101. Its ability to firmly return above 100 depends on the US government's reopening negotiation deadline and the quality of economic data after reopening [1][19]. - This week, the USD/CNY spot exchange rate is expected to range from 7.10 to 7.15. Near the end of the year, it may show a "shifting down of the oscillation bottom" trend, with a low probability of significant one - sided depreciation [1][19]. - There's no need to over - worry about the decline in China's import and export data in October. The trade data has short - term "noise", and the export data in October is a replenishment for the high growth in September. The export growth rate may decline in the fourth quarter, but the annual foreign trade is expected to end smoothly [1][19][21]. 3. Summary by Directory 3.1 One - Week Market Review and Outlook 3.1.1 Foreign Exchange Market Review - **US Market**: The adjustment of US stocks was triggered by warnings from Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley at a summit. The US government shutdown affected data release. ADP employment in October exceeded expectations, but the labor market is under pressure. The market's expectation of the Fed's interest - rate cut fluctuated, and the US dollar index lost the 100 mark and then rebounded and fell [2][5]. - **European and UK Markets**: The Bank of England kept the benchmark interest rate at 4.0%, with a 5 - 4 vote split. High inflation in the UK restricted interest - rate cuts. Sweden and Norway also maintained their policies [6]. - **Japanese Market**: The minutes of the Bank of Japan's policy meeting indicated that the pre - conditions for restarting interest - rate hikes were gradually being met, strengthening the market's expectation of a policy shift and causing fluctuations in the Japanese bond market [6]. - As of November 7, 16:30, the US dollar index depreciated, the on - shore and off - shore RMB depreciated against the US dollar, while the Japanese yen, euro, and British pound appreciated against the US dollar [7]. 3.1.2 Weekly Review of USD/CNY Spot Exchange Rate - Last week, the USD/CNY spot exchange rate showed an inverted V - shape, fluctuating within the 7.10 - 7.14 range as predicted [15]. 3.1.3 Market Outlook - The short - term trend of the US dollar index and the USD/CNY spot exchange rate is as mentioned in the core viewpoints. There's no need to over - worry about the decline in China's import and export data in October [19][21]. 3.2 RMB Market Observation 3.2.1 Policy Tool Tracking - Counter - Cyclical Factor - As of last Friday, the central parity rate of the USD/CNY exchange rate was 7.0836, depreciating 44 basis points. The counter - cyclical factor shows that the central bank aims to stabilize the exchange rate [23]. 3.2.2 Investor Expectations and Sentiment Tracking - **Enterprise Sector Expectations**: In September 2025, China's foreign exchange market was stable. Cross - border capital flows were active and balanced, and foreign exchange supply and demand were relatively balanced. There was a small net outflow in September due to the holiday, which turned into an inflow in October [26][27]. - **Overseas Investor Expectations**: As of last Friday, the depreciation sentiment of overseas investors towards the RMB slightly declined [31]. - **Professional Investor Expectations**: The 1 - year NDF closing price of the USD/CNH rose. In the short - to - medium term, the market's sentiment towards RMB appreciation and depreciation changed little, while the long - term appreciation sentiment increased [33]. 3.2.3 Derivatives Market Tracking - **Hong Kong RMB Futures Market**: Relevant figures show the trading situation of the Hong Kong Exchange's USDCNH futures main contract [36]. - **Singapore RMB Futures Market**: Figures present the trading situation of the Singapore Exchange's USDCNH futures main contract and the basis difference with the Hong Kong Exchange [43]. 3.3 Key Data and Events to Focus On 3.3.1 One - Week Global Key Events Review - **China**: The central bank's open - market operations had a net injection of 200 billion yuan. Service trade imports and exports increased in the first three quarters. China announced measures to implement the consensus of the China - US economic and trade consultations. Some export control measures were suspended, and some US entities' trade qualifications were restored. In October, foreign trade maintained growth, and foreign exchange reserves and gold reserves increased [47][48]. - **US**: The number of corporate layoffs reached a high level since 2020. The ISM manufacturing PMI in October was in contraction, ADP employment exceeded expectations, the ISM services PMI reached a new high, and consumer confidence was at a low level [49][50]. - **UK**: No significant events [51]. - **Eurozone**: The manufacturing PMI in October was 50, and the services PMI drove the composite PMI to a new high. Germany's service industry recovered strongly, while France's was in contraction [51]. - **Japan**: Nominal wages increased in September, supporting the Bank of Japan's tightening policy [52]. - **Others**: South Korea's CPI accelerated in October, which may lead to the central bank continuing to suspend interest - rate cuts [53]. 3.3.2 One - Week Global Central Bank Key Statements Summary - **China's Central Bank**: No relevant statements [54]. - **Federal Reserve**: Different Fed officials had different views on interest - rate cuts, adding uncertainty to the December decision [54][55]. - **Bank of Japan**: The prime minister hoped for appropriate policies, and the meeting minutes showed a cautious attitude towards interest - rate hikes [56]. - **European Central Bank**: Officials believed there was no reason to adjust borrowing costs but remained vigilant about inflation [57]. - **Bank of England**: The bank kept the interest rate at 4%, with internal differences intensifying and increasing the expectation of a December interest - rate cut [58]. - **Others**: The Reserve Bank of Australia kept the key interest rate unchanged and warned of inflation pressure [59]. 3.3.3 Key Financial and Economic Data and Events to Focus on This Week - A series of important economic data from different regions such as the UK unemployment rate, China's M2 money supply, and the US CPI are to be released this week [60]. 3.4 International Market Conditions 3.4.1 Major Countries' Exchange Rate Conditions - Figures show the exchange rate trends of the US dollar against major currencies such as the euro, yen, and pound [62][64][68]. 3.4.2 Correlation of Major Asset Classes - Figures display the trends of assets such as London gold, VIX, WTI crude oil, and the S&P 500 index [83][84][87]. 3.4.3 Capital Situation - Figures present the central bank's open - market operations, Shibor, and SOFR quotes [92][94]. 3.4.4 China - US Interest Rate Spread - Figures show the trends of the China - US interest rate spread and the yields of 10 - year Chinese and US Treasury bonds [96][97]. 3.4.5 RMB Exchange Rate Index - Figures show the trends of the CFETS, BIS, and SDR RMB exchange rate indices [100]. 3.4.6 Global Economic and Trade Friction Tracking - Figures show the monthly value of the global economic and trade friction index and the year - on - year and month - on - month changes in the amount involved in relevant measures [102][104].

1. Report's Industry Investment Rating - Not provided 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - Despite Trump threatening to impose 100% tariffs on Chinese goods and then signaling willingness to reach an agreement, the RMB exchange - rate implied volatility remained low, and the impact of this trade friction on the exchange - rate market was far lower than during the April reciprocal tariff period [2] 3. Summary by Related Content Reasons for the Stable Performance of the RMB - After the holiday, the domestic central parity rate was continuously raised, and the adjustment range of the counter - cyclical factor increased, sending a "stable exchange - rate" signal to support the RMB [2] - The US faces risks such as government shutdown and a weakening labor market, which may increase the US demand for an agreement, and the market has pre - digested this round of tariff friction [2] - The Sino - US swap points have further narrowed, reducing the impact of Carry on the RMB spot exchange rate [2]

Core Viewpoint - The recent increase in China's foreign exchange reserves to $3.34 trillion contrasts sharply with the depreciation of the RMB against the USD, raising questions about the effectiveness of reserve accumulation in stabilizing the currency [2] Group 1: Data Paradox - The growth in reserves is accompanied by concerns over structural imbalances, with the proportion of USD assets falling to 58% from a peak of 73% in 2014, while holdings in EUR, JPY, and gold have increased to 32% [2] - The opportunity cost of holding USD assets is significant, with a yield of 2.3% compared to 4.8% for 10-year US Treasury bonds, resulting in an annualized opportunity cost exceeding $15 billion [2] - The RMB depreciation is driven by three main factors: widening interest rate differentials, narrowing trade surpluses, and diverging policy expectations [2] Group 2: Arbitrage Opportunities - The onshore-offshore price gap for the RMB has widened, creating an arbitrage opportunity with a potential annualized return of 1.9% [2] - The offshore RMB liquidity has tightened, as indicated by the spike in CNH Hibor to 13.4%, the highest since 2013, increasing the cost of arbitrage [2] - The derivatives market shows a 2.1% arbitrage opportunity between NDF and DF rates, with a significant increase in foreign institutional trading volume [2] Group 3: Policy Responses - The central bank has reactivated counter-cyclical factors in the exchange rate management model, adjusting the counter-cyclical coefficient to 0.8 to limit depreciation [2] - Capital controls have been tightened, requiring banks to conduct thorough reviews of large foreign exchange transactions, particularly in technology and real estate sectors [2] - The central bank has signaled stability by emphasizing the adequacy of reserves to manage short-term fluctuations and has increased gold holdings to diversify reserve assets [2] Group 4: Underlying Contradictions - Concerns about the quality of reserves are rising, particularly regarding the liquidity risks associated with the $1.1 trillion in US Treasury bonds held by China [2] - The balance between market-driven and interventionist approaches in exchange rate formation is challenged, with a significant increase in direct interventions by the central bank [2] - The real effective exchange rate has appreciated by 23% since 2015, impacting export competitiveness and increasing import costs for key commodities [2] Group 5: Future Outlook - Short-term arbitrage opportunities are expected to narrow by Q4 2025 as the US Federal Reserve nears the end of its rate hike cycle [2] - Long-term reforms are anticipated, including optimizing reserve structures and enhancing the flexibility of the RMB exchange rate [2] - The need for a new balance in reserve management, exchange rate mechanisms, and industrial upgrades is emphasized to ensure sustainable financial security [2]

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the current trends and potential future movements of the RMB exchange rate, highlighting the similarities and differences with the 2018-2019 period, and emphasizes the importance of economic fundamentals in determining the exchange rate trajectory [4][5][9]. Historical Comparison - The current macroeconomic backdrop for RMB appreciation shares similarities with the period from November 2018 to June 2019, particularly in terms of improved expectations for US-China relations and the performance of RMB assets despite a lack of clear economic recovery signals [5]. - From November 2018 to June 2019, the RMB appreciated from 6.97 to around 6.7, while the current appreciation from the peak of 7.35 on April 9, 2025, has reached the 7.11-7.12 range, indicating a comparable magnitude of appreciation [5]. Current Special Factors - There is a significant backlog of unconverted foreign exchange, estimated at approximately $700-800 billion, which could amplify exchange rate fluctuations and create short-term market movements [7]. - The backlog is concentrated in two key exchange rate ranges: $400-500 billion in the 7.2-7.5 range and $200-300 billion in the 6.9-7.2 range, which may trigger a surge in conversions if the RMB appreciates beyond these levels [7][8]. Future Outlook - The article suggests that a trend of sustained RMB appreciation is unlikely without clear economic signals, as historical trends in 2017 and 2020 were supported by significant improvements in economic fundamentals, particularly PMI and corporate conversion rates [9][10]. - Even if the economic fundamentals improve, the initial stages of appreciation may be moderated by policy measures to prevent excessive volatility and capital inflows, which could complicate cross-border capital management [10][14]. - The current global trade environment necessitates a balanced approach to maintain stable trade relations with the US while expanding non-US trade, suggesting that a stable exchange rate may be the optimal strategy [14].

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the recent trends in the RMB exchange rate, highlighting similarities with the macroeconomic context of late 2018 to mid-2019, including low domestic PMI, rising RMB assets, and improved expectations for Sino-US relations [2][8]. Group 1: Main Line, Trading Factors, and Policy Push - The RMB exchange rate trend is primarily driven by fundamental economic data, particularly exports and PMI [4][15]. - Currently, there is marginal improvement in the net settlement rate, but the domestic manufacturing PMI remains low, indicating a need for further confirmation of trend improvement [5][15]. - Two uncertain factors that may amplify exchange rate fluctuations are identified: the potential release of accumulated settlement and the emotional changes stemming from Sino-US interactions [6][21]. Subgroup: Accumulated Settlement Release - The estimated accumulated settlement as of July is approximately between $743.3 billion and $892.6 billion, with a median of around $818 billion [22][23]. - The average weighted exchange rate cost of these accumulated settlements is estimated to be between 7.02 and 7.17, with significant amounts concentrated around the 6.9 to 7.2 range [23]. - The exchange rate of 7.0 is highlighted as a critical threshold, where approaching this level may lead to accelerated settlement and increased volatility [23]. Subgroup: Emotional Changes from Sino-US Contact - The recent strengthening of the RMB is supported by improved expectations regarding Sino-US relations, with historical parallels drawn to the period from November 2018 to June 2019 [30][31]. - The current macroeconomic context shares similarities with the past, including low PMI and a rebound in A-shares, suggesting potential for further RMB appreciation [31][32]. Subgroup: Policy Intent - The article notes a rare occurrence where the counter-cyclical factor remains significant during a period of RMB appreciation, indicating policy support for the strengthening trend [9][35]. - The counter-cyclical factor shadow has shown significant activity, particularly since the Geneva trade talks, suggesting a policy-driven influence on the exchange rate [35][38]. Group 2: Comprehensive Assessment of RMB Exchange Rate - The current valuation of the RMB against the USD is considered relatively high compared to the fitted midpoints based on Sino-US interest rate differentials, while the CFETS RMB index remains slightly undervalued [40][41]. - The RMB's valuation against a basket of currencies is deemed reasonable, with potential for appreciation based on export competitiveness [40][41]. Subgroup: Three Aspects of the Current Exchange Rate - The bank's customer settlement surplus has expanded, indicating improved settlement fundamentals [48]. - Both resident and enterprise expectations have shown signs of recovery, with residents' expectations reflected in the implied exchange rate of gold and enterprises' expectations indicated by the net settlement rate [50][52]. - Trading volumes in the onshore foreign exchange market have increased, suggesting heightened market sentiment and potential for RMB appreciation [56]. Subgroup: Policy Impact - The counter-cyclical factor shadow has increased friction on the depreciation side, indicating a policy stance aimed at stabilizing the RMB [59].

Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. Core Views of the Report - The short - term exchange rate of the US dollar against the RMB is expected to fluctuate within the range of 7.15 - 7.25. The counter - cyclical factor has been activated, and with the regulatory's expectation management, the RMB's short - term buffer against external shocks has increased [36][39]. Summary by Related Catalogs Quantity and Price Observation - The implied volatility curve of the 3 - month US dollar against the RMB option shows an appreciation trend of the RMB, with the put - end volatility higher than the call - end. The volatility of the US dollar against the RMB option has continued to decline, and the market's expectation of the future volatility of the US dollar against the RMB has weakened [4]. - The term structure shows the changes in the premium and discount of the Singapore Exchange's US dollar against the RMB futures, bank forward premium and discount, and the US - China interest rate spread in different time periods [7][8]. Policy Observation - The policy counter - cyclical factor has been activated, and there are fluctuations in the three - month CNH HIBOR - SHIBOR spread [11]. Macroeconomic Analysis US Economy - There is a differentiation in the pricing of interest rate cuts between the US and Europe. As of August 6, the TGA account was 464.3 billion, and the Fed's reverse repurchase balance was 9.196 billion US dollars. Fed Chairman Powell did not give guidance on a September interest rate cut [19]. - The economic expectation has been revised upwards. In July, non - farm data was significantly revised downwards, inflation rebounded, fiscal spending increased significantly, and the economic situation showed marginal support [21]. - Fiscal spending has rebounded, especially in defense, medical insurance, and healthcare [22]. - The employment market in July was significantly revised downwards. The employment performance of the service sector was better than that of the commodity and government sectors, and the hourly wage in July increased by 0.3% month - on - month [28]. Chinese Economy - There is a situation of strong expectation and weak reality. In July, exports and consumption showed resilience, but inflation has not recovered, and there is pressure on fixed - asset investment [29]. - Exports in July exceeded expectations. Financial data was better than expected, with changes in exports to different regions and products [31]. European Economy - The downside risks have been cleared. Economic data is oscillating at the bottom, with the manufacturing and service PMIs in Europe rebounding in July. Inflation is stable, with the eurozone's CPI in July increasing by 2% year - on - year and the core CPI increasing by 2.3% year - on - year [34]. Scenario Deduction - There are different time - based scenarios including the Fed's policy window period, the destocking cycle, tariff impacts, and domestic policy windows [40][41]. Risk Assessment - The range of basis fluctuations: From the historical data from January 2022 to the present, the range of the premium and discount of the futures main contract is between - 1100 and 900 [45].

Exchange Rate Trends - The RMB central parity rate has shown a gradual appreciation since July, with the rate breaking 7.14, indicating a strong upward signal[2] - The USD/CNY exchange rate has fluctuated around 7.17, reflecting a "strong central rate, weak spot rate" dynamic[7] - The central parity rate has increased by 0.23% since July 1, 2025, reaching a low of 7.1385, the lowest since November 2024[7] Cross-Border Capital Flows - In the first half of 2025, the net inflow of foreign exchange was $30.89 billion, with a trade surplus of $43.57 billion from January to June[24] - The average active settlement rate for export enterprises was 47.13% in the first half of 2025, down from 48.37% in the same period of 2024[26] - The forward settlement scale increased by $44.33 billion from April to June 2025, indicating expectations of RMB appreciation[28] Foreign Investment and Market Sentiment - Foreign investment in domestic stocks and funds reached a net increase of $10.1 billion in the first half of 2025, reversing a two-year trend of net selling[34] - The net inflow from securities investment projects was $18.06 billion in the first half of 2025, with a surplus of $7.736 billion in June alone[38] Risk Factors - Potential risks include fluctuating U.S. tariff policies, unclear Federal Reserve interest rate paths, and the impact of non-U.S. currency movements on the RMB[40] - The average holding cost of the "waiting for settlement" funds is approximately 7.05, with a total scale of about $400 billion as of June 2025[32]

Core Points - The three major RMB exchange rate indices all declined in the week of June 13, with the CFETS index at 95.49, the BIS index at 100.93, and the SDR index at 90.36, marking their lowest levels since December 2020, July 2023, and August 2020 respectively [1][2] Exchange Rate Trends - The USD briefly fell below its annual low but recovered due to escalating tensions in the Middle East, ending the week down over 1% at 98.15. Non-USD currencies rose, with the Swiss franc and Japanese yen gaining 1.34% and 0.54% respectively, and the euro rising 1.33% [5] - The RMB against the USD showed a middle price of 7.1772, up 73 points for the week, while the onshore and offshore RMB closed at 7.1813 and 7.18955, with slight fluctuations [5] Analyst Insights - Analysts express optimism for the RMB's future, suggesting that the policy to maintain exchange rate "resilience" will likely keep the RMB's volatility low in the second half of the year. The RMB's nominal exchange rate remains competitive due to adjustments through low inflation [6][7] - Predictions for the USD/RMB exchange rate by the end of 2025 are set at 6.98, with expectations of structural opportunities for RMB assets and offshore RMB capital markets amid a trend of de-dollarization [7] Domestic Economic Indicators - In May, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) fell by 0.2% month-on-month and 0.1% year-on-year, primarily due to a 1.7% drop in energy prices [8] - The Producer Price Index (PPI) also decreased by 0.4% month-on-month and 3.3% year-on-year, influenced by international factors and domestic energy price declines [8] - As of the end of May, the broad money supply (M2) was 325.78 trillion yuan, growing by 7.9% year-on-year, while the narrow money supply (M1) was 108.91 trillion yuan, up 2.3% year-on-year [8]

Market Observations - The implied volatility of USD/CNY options has been declining, indicating reduced market expectations for future volatility[4] - The current three-month USD/CNY implied volatility is at 0%[6] Policy Insights - The counter-cyclical factor is hovering around 0%, suggesting limited intervention in the currency market[10] - The three-month CNH HIBOR-SHIBOR differential shows a fluctuating trend with no clear direction[14] Macroeconomic Trends - The Federal Reserve is pricing in a 43.5 basis point rate cut by 2025, reflecting a slight decrease in expectations for rate cuts[18] - The U.S. economy is showing signs of marginal decline, with recent economic activity slightly down and concerns over consumer spending and labor market stability[21] Employment Data - The U.S. non-farm payrolls showed a moderate decline in May, with the unemployment rate holding steady at 4.2%[22] - Average hourly earnings increased by 0.4% month-on-month, contributing to inflationary pressures[22] Fiscal Developments - The U.S. Congressional Budget Office estimates a $2.4 trillion increase in deficits from 2025 to 2034 due to new legislation[23] - The proposed legislation includes significant tax reforms and spending cuts, which may impact economic growth and federal revenue[24]

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the recent strengthening of the Chinese yuan against the US dollar, attributing it to a weaker dollar and a shift in market expectations regarding the yuan's value. The article highlights that the counter-cyclical factor's influence on the yuan's midpoint has nearly diminished, indicating less need for regulatory intervention in currency management [1][3][5]. Group 1: Currency Dynamics - As of June 9, the USD/CNY exchange rate was reported at 7.1831, with the dollar index at 98.8, reflecting a nearly 10% decline from its peak [1]. - The counter-cyclical factor's shadow variable was reported at -37 points, a significant reduction from over -100 points the previous week, indicating a decrease in regulatory influence on the yuan's midpoint [1][5]. - Goldman Sachs projects a 3% appreciation of the yuan to 7.0 within the next 12 months, alongside expectations of a 10 basis point interest rate cut in China [5]. Group 2: Trade and Economic Indicators - China's exports in May grew by 4.8% year-on-year, below the expected 6.0%, while imports fell by 3.4%, indicating a shift in trade dynamics [7]. - The decline in exports to the US has intensified, with a year-on-year drop of 35.2% in May compared to a 20.9% decline in April, suggesting a pivot towards other developed markets [7]. - The upcoming trade negotiations between China and the US remain uncertain, with potential impacts on the yuan's valuation [8]. Group 3: Market Sentiment and Investment Trends - There is a growing interest from foreign investors in the Chinese stock market, particularly in sectors like new consumption, AI, and innovative pharmaceuticals, indicating a potential for increased capital inflow [8]. - Current global active long-term funds are underweight in China by 2.4 percentage points compared to the MSCI EM benchmark, suggesting significant room for reallocation towards Chinese assets [8]. - The article notes that while the dollar is expected to weaken further, the pace of this decline may not be immediate, with potential fluctuations influenced by trade negotiations and economic conditions [9][12].