1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - From July 7 to July 11, 2025, the secondary - market prices of China's listed public REITs showed an overall correction, with a weighted REITs index return rate of - 1.26%. Compared with other mainstream asset classes, REITs performed weakly [1][11]. - The trading volume and enthusiasm in the REITs market decreased. The total net inflow of main funds was 7.483 million yuan, and the total amount of block trades reached 628.09 million yuan, an increase from the previous week [2][3][32]. - There were no new REITs products listed in the primary market this week, and the status of the first - issue project of "Huaxia Zhonghe Clean Energy Closed - end Infrastructure Securities Investment Fund" was updated to "Feedback Received" [4][44]. 3. Summary According to the Directory 3.1 Secondary Market 3.1.1 Price Trends - **At the major asset level**: The secondary - market prices of China's listed public REITs corrected. The returns of China's public REITs were - 1.26%, ranking at the bottom among mainstream asset classes [11]. - **At the underlying asset level**: Both equity - type and franchise - type REITs showed a downward trend, with franchise - type REITs having a smaller decline. Among different underlying asset types, energy - type REITs had the smallest decline this week [16][18]. - **At the single - REIT level**: 8 REITs rose and 60 REITs fell. The top three in terms of increase were Harvest JD Warehouse Infrastructure REIT, CICC China Greentown Commercial REIT, and Southern SF Logistics REIT [22]. 3.1.2 Transaction Volume and Turnover Rate - **At the underlying asset level**: The total trading volume of public REITs this week was 2.75 billion yuan, and the ecological and environmental protection - type REITs led in the average daily turnover rate during the period. The top three in terms of trading volume were transportation infrastructure, park infrastructure, and consumption infrastructure; the top three in terms of average daily turnover rate were ecological and environmental protection, affordable rental housing, and consumption infrastructure [26]. - **At the single - REIT level**: The performance of single - REIT trading volume and turnover rate continued to be differentiated. The top three in terms of trading volume were Huaxia Hefei High - tech REIT, Huaxia Beijing Affordable Housing REIT, and Harvest JD Warehouse Infrastructure REIT; the top three in terms of trading amount were Huaxia Beijing Affordable Housing REIT, Huaxia China Resources Commercial REIT, and CICC Anhui Expressway REIT [29]. 3.1.3 Main Net Inflow and Block Trade Situation - **Main net inflow situation**: The total net inflow of main funds this week was 7.483 million yuan, indicating a decline in market trading enthusiasm. The top three underlying asset types in terms of net inflow were consumption infrastructure, energy infrastructure, and affordable rental housing. The top three REITs in terms of net inflow were CICC China Greentown Commercial REIT, Huaxia China Resources Commercial REIT, and CITIC Construction Investment State Power Investment New Energy REIT [32]. - **Block trade situation**: The total amount of block trades this week reached 628.09 million yuan, an increase from the previous week. The highest single - day block - trade turnover was on Thursday, July 10, 2025. The top three REITs in terms of block - trade turnover were Huaxia China Resources Commercial REIT, Huaxia Beijing Affordable Housing REIT, and Huaxia Shenzhen International REIT [33]. 3.2 Primary Market 3.2.1 Listed Projects - As of July 11, 2025, the number of China's public REITs products reached 68, with a total issuance scale of 177.061 billion yuan. Transportation infrastructure had the largest issuance scale, followed by park infrastructure [38]. - No new REITs products were listed this week [39]. 3.2.2 Projects to be Listed - There were 28 REITs in a to - be - listed state, including 16 first - issue REITs and 12 to - be - expanded REITs. The status of the first - issue project of "Huaxia Zhonghe Clean Energy Closed - end Infrastructure Securities Investment Fund" was updated to "Feedback Received" [44].

Core Viewpoint - In major cities like Beijing and Shanghai, individuals and institutions with idle funds are increasingly seeking investment opportunities in the second-hand housing market, focusing on tenant stability, rental yield, and the surrounding living environment rather than just city or regional factors [2][5][9] Investment Trends - Investors like Li Kun are purchasing commercial properties, such as a ground-floor shop in Haidian District, Beijing, for 5 million yuan, with a unit price of approximately 70,000 yuan per square meter, while the residential average in the area is around 90,000 yuan per square meter [2][4] - The annual rental yield for Li Kun's property is estimated at around 4%, reflecting a stable demand for local services provided by such commercial properties [5][11] Market Dynamics - The competition among buyers is intense, leading to price fluctuations; for instance, a property in Zhongguancun was sold for 6.11 million yuan, a 110% premium over its assessed value [5][9] - In June, a commercial property in Shanghai sold for 25 million yuan, with a unit price below 10,000 yuan per square meter, indicating a strong potential for rental yield [7][9] Investment Opportunities - The current market presents unique investment opportunities characterized by a divergence in property prices and rental yields, with some properties showing significant rental yield increases as prices drop [9][11] - Investors are particularly interested in distressed assets, including properties from bankruptcy proceedings, which often see price reductions with each failed auction [10][11] Investment Criteria - Both individual and institutional investors are establishing systematic investment standards, focusing on core urban areas and evaluating the economic conditions of the surrounding regions [13][14] - The rental yield is a critical factor in investment decisions, with a focus on properties that can provide stable income despite market fluctuations [13][14]

Core Insights - The article discusses the trend of individual and institutional investors, like Li Kun, seeking investment opportunities in the second-hand real estate market, particularly in commercial properties, due to stable rental yields and low vacancy rates [1][2][4] Investment Trends - Investors are increasingly focusing on the stability of tenants, rental yields, and the surrounding living environment rather than just the city or region for investment decisions [1][2] - In major cities like Beijing and Shanghai, some investors are engaging in competitive bidding for quality commercial properties, leading to significant price premiums [2][4] Market Dynamics - The article highlights a shift in investment logic due to real estate market adjustments, with many institutions selling quality assets at prices significantly lower than their purchase prices from 2019 [4][5] - The current market is characterized as a buyer's market overall, but high-quality projects remain competitive, creating a seller's market for those assets [5] Rental Yield Analysis - The rental yield for the commercial properties discussed ranges from approximately 2.5% to over 8%, depending on the specific property and market conditions [2][3][4] - Investors are particularly interested in properties with rental yields exceeding 3%, indicating potential bottom-fishing opportunities [5] Investment Criteria - Investors, both individuals and institutions, are establishing systematic investment standards, focusing on core urban areas and the economic conditions of those regions [6][7] - The article emphasizes the importance of assessing rental yields and potential appreciation when evaluating investment properties, with a noted preference for commercial over residential investments due to stability concerns [6][7]

Core Insights - The Shanghai office market in the first half of 2025 is characterized by insufficient new demand and rising vacancy rates, with an overall vacancy rate reaching 22.4%, up 0.3 percentage points from the end of last year [1][5] - The market remains cautious, with continued downward pressure on rents driving cost-sensitive relocations, as tenants seek more favorable lease terms [1][2] Market Overview - In Q2 2025, the Shanghai office market recorded a net absorption of approximately 57,300 square meters, with non-CBD areas showing a net absorption of about 74,200 square meters, primarily driven by state-owned enterprises and third-party office operators [2][5] - The overall vacancy rate in the market increased by 1.2 percentage points to 24.6%, with the CBD vacancy rate rising to 16.9% [2][3] Rental Trends - Rental rates for Grade A office buildings continued to decline, with CBD rents decreasing by 2.4% to 6.9 RMB/sqm/day and non-CBD rents down by 2.7% to 4.5 RMB/sqm/day [3][6] - Landlords are maintaining flexible negotiation terms to stabilize occupancy rates and attract new tenants, often agreeing to lease restructuring under extended lease conditions [3][6] Investment Activity - In Q2 2025, the Shanghai commercial real estate market recorded 23 asset transactions totaling 8.2 billion RMB, with office assets accounting for 38% of the total transaction value [6][7] - The average transaction value for individual projects decreased to 360 million RMB, with 61% of transactions occurring in the 100 million to 300 million RMB range, indicating increased liquidity in smaller assets [6][7] Sector Demand - The financial sector led the market with a 22% share, driven by funds and non-bank financial institutions, followed by consumer goods manufacturing at 17% and TMT at 16% [5][7] - Despite challenges, the market showed signs of activity, with a 126.1% increase in net absorption compared to the previous period, indicating a potential recovery in the high-end manufacturing, TMT, and financial sectors [5][7] Future Outlook - An estimated 770,000 square meters of new supply is expected in the next six months, which may increase market competition but also enhance liquidity and rental transaction activity [5][7] - The focus on core assets and emerging sectors is expected to continue, with investors showing interest in properties with stable cash flows and growth potential [7]

Core Insights - The article discusses the opening of "Louis", a new landmark inspired by a luxury brand, in the Nanjing West Road shopping district, and its impact on consumer behavior and local businesses [2][5][10]. Group 1: Consumer Scene Creation - "Louis" is not just a flagship store but a composite space that integrates exhibition, dining, and retail, creating a new consumer scene [5][9]. - The concept of "consumer scene" has been recognized in national planning documents, emphasizing the importance of modern and fashionable consumption environments to enhance urban living quality [3][4]. Group 2: Impact on Local Businesses - Following the opening of "Louis", foot traffic in the surrounding area surged, with peak visitor numbers reaching 170,000 on June 28, leading to a 20% to 30% increase in sales for nearby businesses [10][12]. - However, the initial surge in foot traffic was short-lived, with many businesses reporting a decline in customer numbers after the first week [12][13]. Group 3: Long-term Viability of Consumer Scenes - To sustain consumer interest, initiatives like the "Jing'an Shopping Tour" have been launched to connect "Louis" with surrounding commercial resources, aiming to convert transient visitors into repeat customers [13]. - Experts suggest that for "Louis" to remain relevant, it must establish emotional connections with the public beyond its luxury branding, similar to how the Eiffel Tower evolved into a beloved landmark [13][18].

Core Insights - The article emphasizes the importance of boosting consumption to expand domestic demand and strengthen the domestic circulation, with Shaanxi province actively implementing consumption-boosting initiatives in response to national strategies [1] Group 1: Consumption Growth Data - From January to May, Shaanxi's retail sales of consumer goods increased by 6.2% year-on-year, building on last year's rapid growth, with commodity retail sales up by 6.3% and catering revenue up by 5.9% [1] - Eight cities, including Tongchuan, Baoji, and Xianyang, achieved double-digit growth in retail sales of consumer goods [1] - Specific categories such as grain and oil, tobacco and alcohol, and cultural office supplies saw year-on-year growth of 15.9%, 7.2%, and 6.3% respectively [1] Group 2: Impact of Trade-in Policies - The trade-in policy has been a significant driver of consumption upgrades, continuously releasing policy dividends and injecting momentum into economic growth [1] - In the first half of the year, the sales revenue of Shaanxi Suning increased by 40% year-on-year, with store foot traffic up by 45%, attributed to various subsidies [2] - The sales of new energy vehicles in Shaanxi saw a year-on-year increase of 18.5% in the first five months, fueled by ongoing automotive consumption subsidies [2] Group 3: Financial Support and Policy Implementation - Shaanxi secured 7.4 billion yuan in national subsidy funds to support the trade-in policy, implementing a combination of strategies including policy stacking, category expansion, service optimization, market regulation, and promotional guidance [3] - As of June 18, Shaanxi's trade-in program facilitated the exchange of 737.77 million items, with 5.845 billion yuan in funds applied for, driving a total consumption of 48.675 billion yuan, resulting in a leverage ratio of 8.33 [4] Group 4: Innovative Consumer Experiences - Shaanxi's commercial institutions are innovating shopping experiences, enhancing service offerings, and creating diverse and personalized experiences for consumers [4] - The Seg International Shopping Center in Xi'an introduced an immersive shopping experience with activities like bird performances and interactive elements, aiming to attract consumers through engaging experiences [4] - New types of shopping districts are emerging, integrating tourism and commerce to provide enhanced consumer experiences, supported by various promotional measures [5] Group 5: Future Consumption Strategies - Shaanxi plans to continue optimizing consumption policies and innovating consumption models in the second half of the year to further tap into consumption potential [5] - Collaborative efforts with local governments, cultural tourism enterprises, and financial institutions are being made to promote high-quality service consumption and organize large-scale cultural events [5]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the report indicates that the Beijing office market remained relatively stable in Q2 2025, with technology companies leading in leasing activities, enhancing market liquidity and boosting confidence in the commercial real estate sector [1] - Domestic buyers continue to show strong interest in retail and office assets in Beijing, driven by the value gap effect of quality assets in core business districts and the ongoing release of self-use demand from enterprises, which is expected to optimize the supply-demand structure in the long term [1] - The high-end residential market saw significant growth in both supply and sales volume in the first half of the year, with approximately 3,300 new luxury apartments supplied in Q2, surpassing the total supply for the entire year of 2024, and Q2 sales reached about 2,100 units, marking the highest quarterly sales in the past two years [1] Group 2 - The monetary policy, including interest rate cuts in May, has created a relatively loose credit environment for the residential market, with expectations of a significant increase in new home transaction volumes compared to the previous year due to favorable market conditions and price advantages for buyers [2]

Group 1: Retail Market Performance - In Q2, Shanghai's retail market showed improved leasing demand with a net absorption of 156,000 square meters, driven by "consumption promotion" policies and emerging consumption trends [1] - Major brands, including luxury and sports brands, are increasingly interested in opening flagship and concept stores in core business districts, with Louis Vuitton recently launching a new landmark in Shanghai [1] - The vacancy rate in core business districts decreased by 0.3 percentage points to 9.6%, while the vacancy rate in non-core areas slightly increased by 0.3 percentage points to 14.1% due to ongoing market competition [1] Group 2: Rental Trends - Rental prices in Shanghai's retail properties continued to decline, with core district first-floor average rent decreasing by 1.1% to CNY 43.1 per square meter per day, and non-core area rent down by 1.8% to CNY 15 per square meter per day [2] - Landlords are offering rental discounts and attractive leasing terms to attract brands amid competitive market pressures [2] - Despite challenges, demand for leasing in sectors like sports apparel, trendy toys, and affordable dining is expected to grow due to consumer focus on health and entertainment [2] Group 3: Residential Market Insights - In Q2, Shanghai's overall new residential sales volume increased by 14.0% to 1.7 million square meters, with high-end residential sales showing a decline of 21.2% [2] - The pace of new residential project launches accelerated, with 1.67 million square meters of new supply introduced, a 114.5% increase from the previous quarter [2] - The average price of new high-end residential properties rose by 0.6% to CNY 147,900 per square meter, while the average price of second-hand high-end residential properties fell by 2.0% to CNY 132,800 per square meter [3]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the report indicates that the Shanghai investment market recorded 23 major transactions in Q2 2025, with investors continuing to increase their investments in core area assets [1] - The total transaction amount in the commercial real estate market reached 8.2 billion yuan, with an average transaction amount of 360 million yuan per project [1] - Transactions in the 100 million to 300 million yuan range accounted for 61% of the total number of transactions, indicating enhanced liquidity for mid-sized assets [1] Group 2 - High-net-worth investors and corporate buyers dominated the market, contributing 88% of the total transaction amount, with street shop commercial assets maintaining market activity [1][2] - Office assets accounted for 38% of the transaction amount, while long-term rental apartments surged to 27%, followed by retail properties at 18%, industrial at 7%, hotels at 4%, residential at 3%, and industrial parks at 3% [1] - Retail properties were the most active segment in terms of transaction volume, making up 35% of the total number of transactions, particularly street shop commercial assets in the 100 million to 300 million yuan range [1] Group 3 - The report reflects a strengthening expectation among investors regarding consumer recovery, with investment demand dominating the market at 66% [2] - The concentration of investments in core area assets highlights the scarcity and risk resilience of these properties in Shanghai [2]

Core Insights - The report by JLL indicates significant growth in both supply and transaction volume in Beijing's high-end residential market during Q2, driven by a favorable credit policy [1] - The luxury apartment market in Beijing saw new supply reach approximately 3,300 units in Q2, surpassing the total supply for the entire year of 2024, leading to a substantial increase in transaction volume [1] - The report highlights a trend of "increased volume and decreased prices" in the luxury apartment market, providing buyers with more options [1] Residential Market Summary - In Q2, approximately 2,100 luxury apartments were sold, marking the highest quarterly sales in the past two years, with new projects accounting for about 75% of the sales in the first half of the year [1] - The average price of comparable new luxury apartments in Beijing decreased by 2.3% quarter-on-quarter, while the secondary market is experiencing a trend of "price for volume" due to the influx of new supply [1] Credit Policy and Market Outlook - The monetary policy of continuous rate cuts and reserve requirement ratio reductions in May has created a very loose credit environment for the residential market [1] - The company anticipates that the overall transaction volume in the new housing market will significantly increase compared to last year, supported by current market supply-demand dynamics and price advantages [1] Commercial Real Estate Summary - The overall vacancy rate for Grade A office buildings in Beijing decreased by 0.4 percentage points to 12.0% in Q2, primarily due to large leasing transactions in Zhongguancun and Lize [1] - The company expects overall rental prices to continue to decline throughout the year, which may attract tenants to relocate to higher-quality office spaces at reasonable costs [1] - Increased competition among landlords for relocating tenants is anticipated due to more flexible lease terms [1]