Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the article highlights a significant shift in international perceptions towards China, with many businesses expressing confidence in expanding trade relationships with China and other regions despite global trade uncertainties [1][4][7] - A recent HSBC survey indicates that 74% of Hong Kong enterprises remain optimistic about international trade over the next two years, with a focus on deepening ties with mainland China, South Asia, and Europe [4][9] - The Morning Consult data shows that as of the end of May, China's net support rate stands at 8.8, while the U.S. is at -1.5, indicating a growing favorable perception of China compared to the declining reputation of the U.S. [2][7][8] Group 2 - 76% of Hong Kong businesses are adjusting pricing strategies to cope with rising costs and market changes, while 73% are exploring new markets less affected by trade disruptions [4][5] - In mainland China, 90% of enterprises are confident about continuing international trade, with 84% believing that trade uncertainties are driving them to innovate and seek new opportunities [4][9] - The CEO confidence index in the U.S. has dropped to 34 points, the lowest since the survey began in 1976, reflecting a pessimistic outlook on the economic future among U.S. business leaders [2][9]

Group 1 - The Bank of Korea has lowered the benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to 2.5%, marking the lowest level since August 2022 and the fourth rate cut in the last six meetings [1][4] - The central bank has significantly revised its GDP growth forecast for 2025 from 1.5% to 0.8%, indicating a serious economic downturn [1][4] - Political instability and trade pressures are cited as major factors contributing to the economic challenges, including the impeachment of former President Yoon Suk-yeol and potential tariffs from the Trump administration [1][4] Group 2 - Following the central bank's decision, the KOSPI index increased by 1.7%, while the Korean won depreciated by 0.71% against the US dollar, trading at 1381.40 [2] - The central bank's monetary policy statement emphasizes the need to maintain a dovish stance to mitigate economic growth risks while closely monitoring domestic and international policy changes [4] - Economic fundamentals have deteriorated sharply, with a surprising 0.1% contraction in GDP in the first quarter, marking the first negative growth since Q4 2020 [4][6]

Core Viewpoint - Ningbo Shanshan Co., Ltd. is undergoing a substantial merger and restructuring process involving its controlling shareholder, Shanshan Group, and its wholly-owned subsidiary, Ningbo Pengze Trading Co., Ltd. The first creditors' meeting was held to discuss the formation of a creditors' committee and related proposals [1][4]. Group 1: Creditors' Committee Formation - The creditors' committee will consist of up to seven members, including the meeting chair and a representative of employees, with five additional seats filled by representatives from specific creditor groups [1][3]. - The meeting resulted in the approval of candidates for the creditors' committee, with 130 creditors supporting the nomination of Industrial Bank Co., Ltd. Ningbo Branch, representing 89.19% of the voting creditors [2][3]. - The meeting also approved the establishment of an investor selection group composed of authorized representatives from five major creditors and representatives from local financial authorities [3]. Group 2: Meeting Procedures and Voting - The creditors' meeting adopted rules for the committee's proceedings to ensure effective decision-making and oversight [2][3]. - A proposal to hold future creditors' meetings and voting in a non-physical format was also approved, aimed at reducing costs and improving efficiency [3][4]. - The resolutions passed at the meeting require a majority vote from creditors present, representing more than half of the total unsecured debt [3]. Group 3: Company Status and Shareholding - As of May 19, 2025, Shanshan Group holds 320,296,700 shares of the company, accounting for 14.21% of total equity, while Pengze Trading holds 205,264,756 shares, representing 9.11% [4]. - The shares held by both Shanshan Group and Pengze Trading are subject to significant pledges and judicial freezes, indicating potential risks to their control over the company [4][5]. - The restructuring process does not currently impact the company's normal operations, and the company maintains independent business capabilities [4].

Core Viewpoint - Thailand's economic recovery faces unexpected disruptions, with GDP growth forecasted to slow down to 1.8% in 2025, down from previous expectations of 2.5% for 2024, due to multiple adverse factors impacting the economic outlook [2][9]. Macroeconomic Overview - Thailand's real GDP is projected to grow by 2.5% in 2024, up from 2.0% in 2023, driven by a 5.4% increase in goods exports, a 26.3% rise in international tourist arrivals, and a 4.4% growth in private consumption [8][9]. - The IMF has revised Thailand's GDP growth forecast for 2025 down to 1.8%, highlighting the challenges posed by external factors such as U.S. tariffs and domestic political instability [9][10]. Policy Regulation - The Thai government has introduced an economic stimulus plan exceeding 500 billion THB (approximately 15 billion USD) to counteract slowing growth, focusing on consumption stimulation and investment [3][21]. - The Bank of Thailand has lowered the policy interest rate from 2.25% to 1.75% to enhance market liquidity, with additional measures including debt relief programs and digital wallet initiatives aimed at supporting indebted households [3][21]. Trade Dynamics - U.S. tariff policies present uncertainties for Thailand's exports, with a trade surplus of 35.4 billion USD expected in 2024, and a corresponding tariff rate of 36% [4][30]. - In Q1 2025, Thailand's exports grew by 15.2%, supported by strong demand from the U.S. and China, but ongoing trade negotiations with the U.S. remain stalled, posing risks to future trade performance [4][31]. Tourism Industry - The tourism sector is under scrutiny due to security incidents and the impact of the March earthquake, with international tourist arrivals increasing by only 1.9% in Q1 2025 [5][37]. - High-spending tourists from Western countries are partially offsetting the decline in Chinese visitors, but the overall recovery in tourism is expected to be slower than anticipated [5][38]. Capital Markets - The Thai stock market (SET Index) has fallen by 14.5% year-to-date, reaching a five-year low, driven by global market volatility and domestic economic challenges [6][46]. - Recommendations for investment strategies include diversifying into high-dividend blue-chip stocks, tourism-related sectors, and utilities, as well as taking advantage of potential stock buyback programs [6][47].

1. Report Industry Investment Rating - Short - term, maintain a cautious long position for the four major stock index futures (IH/IF/IC/IM) in A - shares; maintain a cautious wait - and - see attitude for commodities and government bonds. The ranking is: stock index > government bonds > commodities. Among commodities, the ranking is: precious metals > non - ferrous metals > energy > black metals [2] 2. Core Viewpoints - Domestically, in April, China's exports increased by 8.1% year - on - year, far exceeding expectations, and the trade surplus was 96.81 billion US dollars, a year - on - year increase of 34%. China and the US will hold trade talks, and the central bank has unexpectedly cut the reserve requirement ratio by 0.5% and interest rates by 10BP, which will boost domestic risk appetite in the short term. Internationally, the US economic activities are still expanding steadily, the US - UK has reached a limited trade agreement, and the US - China trade negotiation has made progress. The Fed maintains the federal funds rate target range at 4.25% - 4.5%, and the dollar rebounds in the short term, leading to an overall increase in global risk appetite [2] 3. Summary by Directory 3.1 Last Week's Important News and Events - On May 5th, the US President announced to impose a 100% tariff on all foreign - made movies entering the US and will announce tariff measures on pharmaceutical products in the next two weeks. On May 6th, the US March trade deficit widened to a record 140.5 billion US dollars, and the US refused to cancel some tariffs on Japan. On May 7th, the Fed kept interest rates unchanged, and the US and the EU are in trade negotiations. On May 8th, the UK and the US reached a tariff trade agreement, and the EU announced a retaliatory list of 95 billion euros of US goods. On May 9th, the US President said that the US and China will conduct substantial trade negotiations this weekend, and the current 145% tariff on China will be lowered [3][4][5][6][10] 3.2 This Week's Important Events and Economic Data Reminders - From May 12th to May 16th, there will be a series of industrial data releases, including electrolytic aluminum inventory, iron ore shipping and arrival volume, etc., as well as important economic data such as the US CPI, PPI, and GDP data of various countries [11] 3.3 Global Asset Price Trends - Stock markets: Different stock indices in various countries have different price trends and changes. Bond markets: Yields of 10 - year bonds in different countries have different fluctuations. Commodity markets: Prices of various commodities such as steel, non - ferrous metals, and energy have different changes. Exchange rate markets: Exchange rates of major currencies have different degrees of fluctuations [12] 3.4 Domestic High - Frequency Macroeconomic Data - Upstream: Includes data on commodity price indices, energy prices, coal inventories, and iron ore prices. Mid - stream: Covers data on steel prices, production, and inventory, non - ferrous metal prices and inventory, building material prices and inventory, and chemical product prices and inventory. Downstream: Involves data on real estate transaction area, automobile sales, and agricultural product prices [13][42][71] 3.5 Domestic and Foreign Liquidity - Global liquidity: Shown by the US Treasury yield curve. Domestic liquidity: Reflected by central bank open - market operations, inter - bank lending rates, and bond yields [82][84] 3.6 Global Financial Calendar - From May 13th to May 16th, there are important economic data releases in the EU, the US, Germany, Japan, etc., including CPI, PPI, GDP, and other data [105]

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