Core Viewpoint - The introduction of new business rules aims to better meet the development and scale expansion needs of the Cross-border Interbank Payment System (CIPS), enhancing its global influence and supporting the internationalization of the Renminbi [1][2]. Summary by Sections Event - On July 4, the People's Bank of China released a notice for public consultation on the draft business rules for the CIPS [2]. - The CIPS is a wholesale payment system specifically for Renminbi cross-border payment and clearing, providing secure, efficient, convenient, and low-cost fund clearing services [2]. Business Rule Changes - The number of financial institutions participating in CIPS has grown from over a hundred in its early days to over a thousand by May 2025, necessitating updates to the original rules [2]. - The original rules were too detailed and restrictive, particularly regarding account management and fund settlement, which limited flexibility for technological upgrades and business innovation [2]. Participant Admission and Custodian Bank Requirements - The new rules relax the admission criteria for direct participants, removing specific requirements and allowing the operating institution to adjust participant management dynamically [3]. - The custodian bank requirement has been broadened from "domestic banks" to "qualified direct participants" [3]. - The detailed operational steps for fund injection have been simplified, retaining only the principle of liquidity management for direct participants [3]. Impact on CIPS and Renminbi Internationalization - The policy adjustments are expected to enhance CIPS's global influence and facilitate the internationalization of the Renminbi by attracting more participants and providing a more efficient cross-border settlement option [3].

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the rise of stablecoins and their significance in the global financial landscape, particularly highlighting Hong Kong's unique advantages in this development [2][28]. Group 1: Definition and Characteristics of Stablecoins - Stablecoins aim to achieve value stability by pegging to low-volatility assets such as the US dollar or gold [5]. - Unlike traditional cryptocurrencies, stablecoins are more suitable for daily payments, savings, and cross-border settlements due to their reduced volatility [6]. - Stablecoins serve as intermediaries that combine the stability of fiat currencies with the efficiency of blockchain technology, making them key elements of future digital financial infrastructure [8][9]. Group 2: Global Context and Strategic Implications - The development of US dollar stablecoins is part of a broader strategy to attract global users into a dollar-based digital asset system, thereby reshaping the global financial order [12][16]. - The US national debt exceeds $35 trillion, and promoting dollar stablecoins allows for the distribution of this debt risk to global users without directly increasing domestic inflation [14][16]. - Stablecoins have become strategic tools in international relations, with the potential to influence global financial dynamics [17]. Group 3: China's Position and Opportunities - As the world's largest goods trading nation, China has a strategic need to optimize cross-border settlement efficiency and costs, which stablecoins can facilitate [19][20]. - Stablecoins can enhance trade settlement flexibility and efficiency without altering national monetary policies, which is crucial for an export-oriented economy like China [23]. Group 4: Hong Kong's Unique Role - Hong Kong is positioned as a key player in the global trend of stablecoin development, benefiting from its status as an international financial center and its existing monetary framework [28][29]. - The issuance of the Hong Kong dollar, which is backed by US dollar reserves, provides a foundational framework akin to a stablecoin, allowing for a seamless transition to digital formats [30][32][33]. - The upcoming enactment of the Stablecoin Regulation in Hong Kong is expected to place it at the forefront of financial regulatory compliance globally, potentially making it a core hub for stablecoin development in Asia [34][35].

Market Overview - A-shares showed a recovery in capital sentiment during the week of June 30 to July 4, with the Shanghai Composite Index rising by 1.40% to close at 3472.32 points, the Shenzhen Component Index increasing by 1.25%, and the ChiNext Index up by 1.50% [1] Sector Performance - Various sectors experienced a surge, particularly steel and photovoltaic industries, which saw a wave of limit-up trading. The photovoltaic glass sector rose over 10% during the week, while themes such as CRO (Contract Research Organizations), innovative drugs, and vitamins also performed actively [1] - The central financial committee's sixth meeting emphasized the need to address "involution" competition and promote the orderly exit of backward production capacity, initiating a new round of "anti-involution" and capacity reduction actions, particularly in the photovoltaic, steel, and cement industries [1] Institutional Research - A total of 158 listed companies disclosed institutional research minutes during the week, with over 70% of the researched stocks achieving positive returns. Taotao Vehicle emerged as the most favored stock by institutions, achieving a remarkable gain of 29.82% [1] - Taotao Vehicle, which has seen its stock price double since early June, received attention from 137 institutions, including Bosera Fund and China Universal Asset Management. The company anticipates a net profit of 310 million to 360 million yuan for the first half of 2025, representing a year-on-year growth of 70.34% to 97.81% [2] - Another company, Shunwang Technology, also attracted over a hundred institutional researchers, focusing on its core services in the esports sector and its advancements in computing power and AI capabilities [2] Company Developments - Xinjie Electric, specializing in industrial automation, was researched by 92 institutions, with a focus on its developments in core components for humanoid robots, including hollow cup motors and frameless torque motors [3] - Jingbeifang, which had previously engaged with multiple institutions, highlighted the advantages of stablecoins over traditional cross-border payment methods and its focus on the development of RWA (Real World Assets) [3] - Xiamen Tungsten New Energy, which received attention from 76 institutions, is developing new profit growth points, including high-stability lithium supplement materials and a new structure cathode material that offers significant improvements in energy density and performance [4]

Core Insights - The digital asset sector has seen significant milestones since 2025, including the U.S. Senate passing the GENIUS Act and Hong Kong introducing regulations for stablecoins, indicating a growing institutional interest in digital assets [2] - The future of stablecoins and blockchain finance is driven not by speculative market activities but by a revolution in corporate treasury management, which is becoming a critical area for financial technology [3][17] - Ant International is positioning itself as a digital technology partner within regulatory frameworks, focusing on enhancing the resilience and inclusivity of financial systems rather than being a disruptor [17] Group 1: Market Developments - Major companies like SpaceX and Stripe are actively engaging with stablecoin payment platforms, highlighting the practical applications of stablecoins in global fund settlement [2] - Ant International is accelerating its investment in global treasury management, aiming to leverage AI, blockchain, and stablecoin innovations for large-scale applications [2][3] - The anticipated cost savings from tokenized cross-border payments could exceed $50 billion for enterprises by 2030, driven by the need for efficient treasury management solutions [7][12] Group 2: Challenges in Treasury Management - Companies face significant challenges in cross-border payments, including high transaction costs and delays due to complex processes and centralized infrastructures [3][4] - Inefficient foreign exchange management strategies can lead to additional costs of 1.5% to 3% for enterprises, particularly affecting small and medium-sized businesses in emerging markets [4] Group 3: Technological Innovations - Ant International's Whale platform is designed to facilitate real-time, secure fund management across different financial institutions, significantly reducing settlement times from days to seconds [13] - The integration of AI with blockchain technology is transforming corporate treasury operations, enabling data-driven decision-making and enhancing cash flow management [15][18] - The AI-driven foreign exchange demand forecasting model, named "Falcon," achieves over 90% accuracy in predicting cash flow and foreign exchange exposure, allowing companies to optimize their financial strategies [15] Group 4: Regulatory Engagement - Ant International is actively participating in regulatory innovation initiatives in Singapore and Hong Kong, positioning itself as a key player in the evolving digital asset landscape [16][17] - The collaboration with major banks and financial institutions to implement the Whale platform demonstrates the growing acceptance of blockchain technology in global financial services [17]

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Core Insights - Ant Group and ISDA have jointly released a white paper on the application of tokenized deposits in transaction banking, supported by the Monetary Authority of Singapore, aiming to enhance cross-border payment and foreign exchange settlement [1] - The framework is expected to reduce cross-border transaction costs by 12.5%, potentially saving businesses over $50 billion by 2030 [1] - The global cost of cross-border transaction fees is currently estimated at $120 billion annually [1] Group 1 - The white paper outlines the design principles and industry standards for tokenized deposits, ensuring interoperability [1] - It discusses key risks associated with payment systems based on shared ledger technology and measures to address them [1] - The feasibility of the proposed system is validated through practical use cases in transaction banking [1] Group 2 - Ant Group's Whale platform utilizes blockchain, encryption, and AI to facilitate real-time multi-currency settlement, reducing the settlement period from 1-3 days to minutes or even seconds [2] - Over one-third of the $1 trillion in funds processed by Ant International in 2024 will be through the Whale platform, with partnerships established with major banks [2] - Ant Group and ISDA plan to expand the application scenarios for shared ledger and tokenized deposits, ensuring benefits for both large and small enterprises [2]

Market Overview - The three major stock indices closed mixed, with the Shanghai Composite Index at 3472.32 points, up 0.32%, while the Shenzhen Component Index fell 0.25% to 10508.76 points, and the ChiNext Index decreased by 0.36% to 2156.23 points [1][2]. Stock Performance - Over 1100 stocks rose, while more than 4100 stocks declined, indicating a bearish market sentiment overall [2]. - The banking sector showed strong performance, with major banks like China CITIC Bank, Industrial Bank, and China Everbright Bank rising over 3% [5]. - The cross-border payment concept stocks were notably active, with Longbright Technology rising over 13% and Tianyang Technology increasing by over 10% [5]. Sector Analysis - The financial sector saw a midday surge, while sectors such as military, solid-state batteries, marine economy, and rare earth permanent magnets weakened [3]. - The energy metals sector faced significant declines, with YH Precision dropping nearly 10% and Tengyuan Cobalt falling over 4% [5]. Capital Flow - Main capital flows showed net inflows into banking, pharmaceutical, and computer sectors, while there were net outflows from power equipment and non-ferrous metals sectors [7]. - Specific stocks like Wolong Nuclear Materials, Xiexin Energy, and Data Port saw net inflows of 1.183 billion, 532 million, and 474 million respectively [8]. Institutional Insights - Jianghai Securities noted that a breakthrough of previous highs is imminent but requires support from the financial sector [11]. - Galaxy Securities suggested that the Shanghai Composite Index may continue to rise but needs volume support, while Guotai Junan Securities indicated a potential upward trend in the fourth quarter due to a weak dollar environment [12].

Market Overview - On July 4, A-shares showed mixed performance with the Shanghai Composite Index rising by 0.32% to 3472 points, while the Shenzhen Component Index and the ChiNext Index fell by 0.25% and 0.36% respectively [1][2] - The total trading volume for the day reached 1.45 trillion yuan, an increase of 121 billion yuan compared to the previous trading day, with over 4100 stocks declining [1] Sector Performance - The cross-border payment sector saw significant gains, with companies like Xinyada and Jingbeifang hitting the daily limit, and Sifang Jingchuang rising over 6% [2][3] - The banking sector collectively rose, with notable increases in CITIC Bank, Shanghai Bank, and others reaching historical highs [2][7] - The gaming sector also performed well, with Giant Network surging by over 9% and several other gaming stocks following suit, attributed to a recent increase in game license approvals [6][2] Notable Stocks - In the gaming sector, Giant Network rose by 9.07%, while Ice Glacier Network and 37 Interactive Entertainment increased by over 6% [5][6] - In the banking sector, CITIC Bank rose by 3.73%, with other banks like Industrial Bank and Everbright Bank also showing strong performance [7] - The electric power sector was active, with Shaoneng Co., ShenNan Electric A, and Huayin Power hitting the daily limit, while Xichang Electric rose over 6% [8] Declining Sectors - The solid-state battery concept stocks collectively fell, with Xinyu Ren dropping by 12% and other related stocks also experiencing significant declines [11] - The wind power equipment sector showed weak performance, with Jixin Technology hitting the daily limit down and other companies like Taisheng Wind Power and Dajin Heavy Industry also declining [12] - The beauty and personal care sector weakened, with companies like Lafang Jiahua and Shu Yang Co. dropping over 5% [13] Future Outlook - According to CITIC Securities, the short-term outlook suggests a boost in market sentiment, attracting leveraged funds, while the mid-term view indicates limited upward space due to current market levels and valuations being higher than last year [14] - The focus remains on new sectors such as innovative pharmaceuticals, AI, and semiconductor industries, with recommendations for stable sectors like military technology and solid-state batteries [14]

Market Overview - The three major A-share indices showed mixed results, with the Shanghai Composite Index rising by 0.32%, while the Shenzhen Component Index and the ChiNext Index fell by 0.25% and 0.36% respectively. The North Star 50 Index dropped by 1.88% [1] - The total market turnover reached 1,454.5 billion yuan, an increase of 121.0 billion yuan compared to the previous day, with over 4,100 stocks declining [1] Sector Performance - The banking sector saw collective gains, with several banks like CITIC Bank, SPD Bank, and Shanghai Bank reaching historical highs [1] - The innovative drug sector remained active, with stocks like Guangsheng Tang hitting the daily limit for two consecutive days, and Saili Medical achieving four consecutive limit-ups [1] - The cross-border payment sector performed positively, with stocks such as Xinyada and Jingbeifang hitting the daily limit [1] - The solid-state battery sector experienced a significant downturn, with Xinyu Ren falling by 10%, and stocks like Huasheng Lithium and Jinyinhai also showing notable declines [1] - The wind power equipment sector was sluggish, with Jixin Technology hitting the daily limit down, followed by declines in stocks like Dajin Heavy Industry and Taisheng Wind Energy [1] - The non-ferrous metals sector continued to decline in the afternoon, with Jingyi Co. hitting the daily limit down, and stocks like Beifang Copper and Guangsheng Nonferrous showing significant drops [1] Notable Stocks - Stocks with notable performance included: - Four consecutive limit-ups: Liu Steel Co. and Saili Medical [2] - Three consecutive limit-ups: Yamaton [3] - Two consecutive limit-ups: Jin'an Guoji, Jin Yi Culture, Guangsheng Tang, and others [3] Hot Sectors - The DeepSeek concept led the hot sectors with seven stocks hitting the daily limit, including Saili Medical and Jin Yi Culture [4] - The artificial intelligence sector also saw seven stocks hitting the daily limit, with Saili Medical and Jingbeifang as representatives [5] - The Western Development sector had seven stocks hitting the daily limit, with Liu Steel Co. and Weixin Kang as key representatives [6] Game Industry Insights - The gaming sector is experiencing growth, with a record high in game license approvals in June, totaling 147 approvals, an increase of 17 from May, marking the peak for the year [9] Cross-Border Payment Developments - The People's Bank of China announced the establishment of a RMB clearing bank in Turkey, which will enhance the efficiency and scale of RMB usage in Turkey [10] Innovative Drug Sector Developments - CITIC Securities noted that China's innovative drug development has achieved significant progress, and the recent measures will further support high-quality development in this sector [12]

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the recent performance of the Shanghai Composite Index, which reached a new high for the year, driven by strong performances in various sectors, particularly in the power and PCB industries. Group 1: Market Performance - The Shanghai Composite Index hit a new high of 3477.1 points, marking a 0.41% increase by the morning close [2][3] - The power sector showed significant strength, with stocks like Huayin Power reaching a limit-up, marking its fourth consecutive day of gains [12][14] - The PCB sector gained attention, with several stocks hitting historical highs, indicating a growing market interest [6] Group 2: PCB Industry Insights - The PCB industry is experiencing rapid growth, driven by demand from AI and high-speed networking, with projections indicating a market space growth to 490 billion yuan for cloud AI server PCBs by 2026 [8][10] - PCB manufacturers are operating at high capacity utilization rates of 90%-95%, with an expected acceleration in production expansion starting in the second half of 2024 [9] - The demand for high-end PCBs is expected to increase significantly, with global output value growth rates projected at 41.7% for high-end multilayer boards and 10.4% for HDI boards by 2025 [10] Group 3: Power Sector Developments - The power sector is benefiting from increased electricity demand during the summer peak, with expectations of a 10 million kilowatt increase in maximum load compared to the previous year [14] - Huayin Power announced an expected net profit increase of 175 million to 215 million yuan for the first half of 2025, attributed to increased power generation and reduced fuel costs [14] - Investment opportunities in the power sector are suggested to focus on regional leaders with strong asset quality, stable dividend-paying companies, and firms with robust cash flow [15]