Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the recent downgrade of the US credit rating by Moody's and its impact on US assets, highlighting a potential rebound in US equities despite current sell-offs [1][2]. Group 1: US Equity Market - Following the downgrade, the S&P 500 index fell approximately 1% over two days, while the 10-year Treasury yield rose by 10 basis points in four days [1]. - Morgan Stanley's strategists predict that US equities will outperform global peers next year, emphasizing the "TINA" (There Is No Alternative) theme, suggesting limited alternatives to holding stocks [1]. - The strategists forecast that the S&P 500 index will reach 6,500 points by Q2 2026, representing a 10% increase from current levels, driven by expected Fed rate cuts and a weaker dollar [1]. Group 2: US Treasury Market - Despite the recent rise in the 10-year Treasury yield, Morgan Stanley's strategists view this as a temporary trend, expecting yields to remain range-bound until Q4, when investors will start pricing in potential rate cuts for 2026 [2]. - The strategists anticipate that the 10-year Treasury yield will decline to 3.45% by mid-2026, down from the current level of approximately 4.54% [2]. - There is no evidence of a sustained "retreat" from US assets, as global stock funds have not withdrawn from the US, and foreign holdings of US dollar-denominated bonds are at an all-time high, indicating continued demand for high-quality US assets [2].

Core Viewpoint - The recent surge in 30-year Japanese government bond yields to historical highs has raised concerns about the global bond market, indicating potential structural issues within the market [1][2][3]. Group 1: Japanese Bond Market Dynamics - The rise in 30-year Japanese bond yields began in mid-April and has led to fears of a "value trap," where bonds appear cheap but may continue to decline in value due to structural supply-demand imbalances [2][3][6]. - Since early April, the 30-year Japanese bond yield has increased by 85 basis points, while the 30-year U.S. bond yield rose by 60 basis points during the same period [3]. - For dollar investors, the 30-year Japanese bond yield, after currency hedging, stands at 7.03%, significantly higher than the 4.96% yield of the 30-year U.S. bond [4]. Group 2: Global Bond Market Implications - The issues in the Japanese bond market may serve as a warning signal for the global bond market, reflecting three major trends affecting bond markets worldwide: persistent inflation pressures, declining demand from asset-liability management (ALM) investors, and high government financing needs [8]. - Japan's core inflation rate has exceeded the Bank of Japan's 2% target for two consecutive years, contributing to rising equilibrium yields [8]. - The demand for long-term bonds is decreasing as market interest rates rise, with domestic holdings of long-term bonds stabilizing [8]. Group 3: Potential Responses from the Bank of Japan - The Bank of Japan's future policy direction is a focal point for market observers, with potential measures including reducing the maturity of issued debt, fiscal constraints, adjusting the quantitative tightening path, and possibly restarting a rate hike cycle [13][14][18]. - The expectation is that the Bank of Japan will maintain a steady pace of reducing its bond purchases, with a target of 2 trillion yen per month starting in April 2026 [17].

Core Viewpoint - The U.S. Congress's tax reform proposal is raising concerns about significantly increasing the federal deficit, leading to a rise in U.S. Treasury yields and a sell-off in the stock market [1][2]. Group 1: Market Reactions - The U.S. stock market experienced a notable decline on May 21, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropping 816.80 points to close at 41,860.44, a decrease of 1.91% [1]. - The S&P 500 index fell by 95.85 points to 5,844.61, down 1.61%, while the Nasdaq Composite Index decreased by 270.07 points to 18,872.64, a drop of 1.41% [1]. - The auction of $16 billion in 20-year Treasury bonds saw weak demand, resulting in a rise in bond yields, which negatively impacted the stock market [1]. Group 2: Treasury Yields - The 30-year Treasury yield surpassed 5% for the second time that week, closing at 5.09%, marking the highest level since October 2023 [2]. - The 10-year Treasury yield increased by 11 basis points to 4.6% on the same day [2]. - The yield on the 20-year Treasury bond reached 5.047%, the first time it has exceeded 5% since October 2023, indicating a lack of interest in purchasing new bonds [1][2]. Group 3: Economic Concerns - The proposed tax reform is expected to increase the federal deficit by approximately $3 trillion over the next decade, raising the debt-to-GDP ratio from 100% to a record 125% [2]. - Moody's downgraded the U.S. sovereign credit rating from Aaa to Aa1 due to rising government debt and interest expenditures [2]. - Concerns about inflation control and debt management are contributing to the rise in Treasury yields, as noted by market analysts [3]. Group 4: Corporate Earnings Impact - Major retailers, including Target, have lowered their full-year earnings forecasts due to slowing consumer spending and declining confidence, further pressuring the stock market [3].

主题：第 28 届瑞银亚洲投资论坛媒体分享会 ——中国股票市场展望 时间：2025 年 5 月 21 日（下午） 嘉宾： 房东明 瑞银全球金融市场部中国主管 王宗豪 瑞银投资银行中国股票策略研究主管 【主持人】：各位线上的媒体朋友以及万得平台的观众下午好！感谢您加入 本次第 28 届瑞银亚洲投资论坛的媒体分享会。"瑞银亚洲投资论坛"将于 5 月 27 日起在香港正式召开，本次媒体分享会作为论坛的先行活动之一，我们将聚 焦中国股票市场。 目前我们看到全球贸易环境的不确定性其实推高了本季度股票市场的波动， 目前中美已就关税问题展开了谈判，目前投资者对中国股票市场有何期待？未 来机遇在哪里？针对这些问题我们今天请到了： 瑞银全球金融市场部中国主管 房东明房总；瑞银投资银行中国股票策略主 管 王宗豪（James），两位就这些问题进行深入的分享。 首先我们把时间交给房总，房总将就近期投资者对中国股市的关注以及观察 进行分享。 【房东明】：谢谢 AC 的介绍！也感谢各位媒体朋友、Wind，大家下午好！ 本来想在演播室里面跟大家分享，投资者对中国投资的热情应该说还是很高涨 的，我正好在两个投资者会议之间，现在在车上连线跟各 ...

Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly provide an investment rating for the industry [2]. Core Insights - The report raises end-2025 US 2y/10y yield forecasts to 3.9%/4.5% from 3.3%/4.0% due to a larger-than-expected decline in US-China tariffs [3]. - It anticipates global real GDP growth to slow to 2.3% year-on-year in 2025, influenced by higher US tariffs [3]. - The report expects US real GDP growth to decelerate to 1.0% in 2025, with a 35% probability of entering a recession within the next 12 months [3]. - In China, real GDP growth is projected at 4.6% year-on-year in 2025, despite ongoing challenges from higher US tariffs and domestic issues [3][13]. - The Euro area is expected to see real GDP growth of 0.9% year-on-year in 2025, amid elevated trade policy uncertainty [3]. Economic Forecasts - Global GDP growth is forecasted at 2.3% for 2025, with US GDP growth at 1.0% and China at 4.6% [15]. - Core inflation in the US is expected to rise to 3.6% year-on-year by the end of 2025, driven by higher tariffs [3]. - The unemployment rate in the US is projected to increase to 4.5% by the end of 2025 [3]. - The European Central Bank (ECB) is expected to continue rate cuts until the policy rate reaches 1.75% in July 2025 [3]. Sector-Specific Insights - The report highlights the importance of monitoring US policy and geopolitical developments, particularly regarding US-China relations and the ongoing conflict in the Middle East [13]. - It notes that uncertainty surrounding US tariff policy poses significant risks to both the US and global economies [13].

Core Viewpoint - The Japanese government bond market is experiencing significant challenges, with declining bond prices and rising yields, reflecting investor concerns over the Bank of Japan's reduced bond purchases and broader economic risks [1][3][5]. Group 1: Japanese Government Bonds - Recent auctions for 20-year Japanese government bonds have shown poor results, with a bid-to-cover ratio of only 2.5, the lowest since 2012, and a tail difference reaching 1.14, the highest since 1987, indicating weak market demand [3]. - The yield on 20-year Japanese government bonds has risen to its highest level since 2000, while yields on 30-year and 40-year bonds have reached historical highs [3]. - The Bank of Japan currently holds 52% of the Japanese government bond market, making it the largest buyer, but concerns are growing about the ability to find buyers as the central bank reduces its purchases [5]. Group 2: Economic Indicators and Market Reactions - Japan's composite PMI for May has dropped to 49.8 from 51.2, signaling a contraction in economic activity, which has contributed to a decline in the Nikkei index [1]. - A recent survey indicates that nearly two-thirds of Japanese companies are urging the Bank of Japan to pause its interest rate hike plans, reflecting concerns over economic stability and uncertainty from U.S. trade policies [6]. - The rise in U.S. Treasury yields, particularly the 10-year yield approaching 4.6% and the 30-year yield surpassing 5%, is closely linked to the performance of the Japanese bond market and has implications for global liquidity [7][8].

Core Viewpoint - Goldman Sachs analysts indicate that the surge in Japanese bond yields is primarily due to a deterioration in supply-demand balance, which has become more pronounced and is unlikely to ease in the short term [1] Group 1 - The increase in Japanese bond yields is attributed to changes in demand from life insurance companies and a narrowing duration gap [1] - The supply-demand imbalance is expected to persist in the near future, indicating ongoing pressure on bond yields [1]

Group 1 - The U.S. stock market opened lower on May 21 due to weak demand in the 20-year Treasury bond auction, leading to a surge in bond yields and concerns over a new tax bill increasing the federal deficit [1][2] - The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell by 816.80 points, closing at 41,860.44, a decline of 1.91%. The S&P 500 dropped by 95.85 points to 5,844.61, down 1.61%, while the Nasdaq Composite decreased by 270.07 points to 18,872.64, a drop of 1.41% [1] - Among the S&P 500 sectors, ten out of eleven declined, with the real estate and healthcare sectors leading the losses at 2.63% and 2.37%, respectively, while the communication services sector rose by 0.67% [1] Group 2 - The 20-year Treasury bond auction had a final market yield of 5.047%, surpassing the previous average yield of 4.613% from the last six auctions, marking the first time since October 2023 that the yield exceeded 5% [2] - Concerns about the new tax and spending bill, which is expected to increase the federal deficit by approximately $3 trillion over the next decade, are influencing investor sentiment [2][3] - Major retailers reported disappointing earnings, contributing to stock market pressure, with Target lowering its full-year forecast, resulting in a 5.21% drop in its stock price [3]

Core Viewpoint - International investors are increasingly focused on Chinese assets, as evidenced by multiple foreign institutions hosting "China-themed" forums and raising GDP growth forecasts for China by 2025 [1][2]. Group 1: Economic Growth Predictions - Foreign institutions have recently raised their GDP growth forecasts for China in 2025 due to a decrease in external disturbances and increased internal growth policies [1]. - Morgan Stanley's chief economist for China, Qiang Xing, has raised GDP growth predictions for 2025 and 2026, anticipating a fiscal package worth 500 billion to 1 trillion yuan to support infrastructure [2]. - Nomura's chief economist for China, Ting Lu, also revised the GDP growth forecast for 2025, citing stronger-than-expected retail data supported by the "trade-in" policy [2]. Group 2: Capital Market Outlook - There is an expectation of long-term capital returning to the Chinese stock market, with UBS's head of China equity strategy, Zonghao Wang, indicating that foreign capital inflow will be a key trading logic in the coming quarters [3]. - Goldman Sachs has raised its 12-month target for the MSCI China Index and the CSI 300 Index to 84 points and 4600 points, respectively, indicating potential upside of 11% and 17% [3]. - Morgan Stanley has also adjusted its target indices for major Chinese stock indices, forecasting 78 points for the MSCI China Index and 4000 points for the CSI 300 Index by June 2026 [3]. Group 3: Earnings Performance - The MSCI China Index showed strong performance last year, with actual EPS growth reaching 16%, surpassing the initial expectation of 14%, particularly in the internet and healthcare sectors [4]. - The market's consensus EPS growth expectation for the MSCI China Index this year is 8%, with leading internet companies continuing to perform well [4]. - Predictions for the MSCI China Index's baseline and optimistic scenarios for this year are set at 80 points and 89 points, respectively, while the CSI 300 Index is forecasted at 4150 points and 4420 points [4].

在5月21日的媒体交流会上，瑞银投资银行中国股票策略研究主管王宗豪认为，从指数反弹的角度来 看，中国股票市场相比于其他市场，估值仍有很大空间。而我国在科技领域的突破，也将在中长期内不 断提升市场信心，基本面呈缓慢复苏趋势。根据瑞银对外资持仓的测算，外资对中国资产的配置比例仍 处于历史较低水平，外资回流的空间仍旧很大。他表示，未来将继续采用杠铃策略，但在偏好顺序中下 调高股息股的位置。由于对金融脱钩的担忧减轻，预计AI主题可能再次成为投资者重点偏好，互联网 公司是布局该主题最热门的方式。国产替代可能依然是另一个重要主题，A股TMT板块仍是布局该主题 的最佳方向。(人民财讯) ...