25 June 2025 | 5:01PM EDT What's Top of Mind in Macro Research: Middle East risks, US soft data signals, CNY appreciation This week: Transcript Middle East reprieve, but risks remain Beyond the energy impacts, renewed escalation could also activate Dollar safe-haven flows, as initially occurred in response to the recent developments, though we ultimately expect the Dollar to continue weakening against a broad range of currencies as investors reassess US assets' relative return prospects. As such, the Dollar ...

25 June 2025 | 5:00AM BST Global Strategy Views Diversify to Amplify; Part 2 1. For much of the post financial crisis era, diversification has not been an effective strategy. As an asset allocator, a simple US based 60/40 approach would have generated unusually high risk adjusted returns without the need to add additional assets. Within equities, the sustained outperformance of the US, mega-cap growth and technology meant that global investors would have reduced risk adjusted returns as a result of broad se ...

Core Viewpoint - The Guangdong financial regulatory authority is actively implementing measures to boost consumer spending and expand domestic demand through financial support, as outlined in the "Guangdong Province Special Action Plan to Boost Consumption" and the "Guangdong Financial Support for Consumption Expansion Plan" [2][3]. Group 1: Financial Measures to Boost Consumption - The Guangdong financial regulatory authority has introduced 26 specific measures to enhance consumer finance, including increasing personal consumption loans, implementing differentiated credit policies, and optimizing credit card services [4][5]. - As of May 2025, the total balance of credit cards, auto loans, and other comprehensive consumer loans in the region exceeded 1.3 trillion yuan, with auto loans alone surpassing 600 billion yuan, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 3.35% [4][5]. Group 2: Risk Management and Consumer Protection - The regulatory authority emphasizes the importance of balancing encouragement of reasonable consumption with the prevention of excessive debt, by enhancing risk management and consumer education [5][6]. - Initiatives include improving policy frameworks, strengthening risk assessment and monitoring, and promoting consumer rights protection through education and complaint resolution mechanisms [5][6]. Group 3: Financial Education and Awareness - The Guangdong financial regulatory authority is increasing financial education efforts to enhance consumer awareness and risk prevention, reaching over 30 million people through various campaigns [6][7]. - The authority has developed multilingual educational materials and conducted outreach activities to help consumers identify and avoid financial scams [7][9]. Group 4: Governance of Financial "Black and Grey Industries" - The regulatory authority is implementing targeted governance strategies to combat financial "black and grey industries," utilizing a collaborative approach with multiple departments and leveraging technology for monitoring [8][10]. - Efforts include establishing standards for industry practices, enhancing information disclosure, and promoting a safer financial environment [8][10].

西南财经大学信托与理财研究所所长、普益标准专业委员会主任翟立宏接受南都·湾财社专访，从行业 挑战、投资者策略、信息披露规范到AI赋能，系统解析理财行业转型路径，为投资者提供客观实用的 理财挑选方法。 翟立宏强调，面对当前"收益下滑"与"净值波动"的双重变局，投资者亟须重塑理财观念，在"收益预 期"与"风险承受"之间实现动态均衡；同时，其为投资者面对琳琅满目的理财产品提供了"三维筛选 法"。 西南财经大学信托与理财研究所所长、普益标准专业委员会主任翟立宏。 低利率下理财三重挑战： 收益下行、预期错配、优质资产稀缺 随着新一轮存款利率下调，理财产品收益相对优势再次凸显，吸引了不少投资者关注。同时，投资者也 直观感受到理财产品收益缩水、净值波动增加等压力，理财投资者应如何平衡风险与收益？行业如何突 破同质化竞争？ 南都·湾财社：随着存款利率相继跌破1%，国内低利率时代渐行渐近，您认为这对国内理财行业的核心 挑战是什么？具体体现在哪些方面？ 翟立宏：当前理财行业正面临多重挑战，核心挑战之一是产品收益下行，吸引力减弱。在利率持续走低 背景下，传统以债券、存款等为主要底层资产的理财产品收益空间面临显著压缩。据普益标准数据 ...

Core Insights - The survey conducted by Kompliant and Equifax reveals that financial organizations are transforming compliance from a cost center into a revenue driver through intelligent solutions [2][4] - A significant 55% of financial firms are exploring or implementing AI/ML technologies for compliance functions, indicating a strong trend towards automation in the industry [5] Group 1: Compliance Strategy and Technology Adoption - 56% of financial organizations involve their CEO directly in compliance technology decisions, highlighting the strategic importance of these investments [5] - 90% of institutions believe that technological advancement is critical for maintaining a competitive advantage in risk management [5] - 99% of financial services organizations now rely on compliance technology, showcasing its integral role in operations [5] Group 2: Emerging Technologies and Concerns - 55% of financial firms are exploring or implementing AI/ML for compliance functions, making it the top emerging technology in the sector [5] - 50% of organizations seek real-time risk monitoring capabilities, while 47% desire advanced AI analytics [5] - 68% of financial organizations remain cautious about adopting emerging technologies due to security concerns [5] Group 3: Industry Context and Future Directions - The survey comes at a critical time as the financial services industry faces increasingly complex regulations and transformative technological innovations [3] - The partnership between Kompliant and Equifax aims to deliver industry-leading fraud prevention and risk management services, addressing the need for intuitive compliance programs [4]

6月27日（星期五） 09:30-16:30 新产业 新技术 新模式 新动能 ——数智金融助力高质量发展 第14届中国（广州）国际金融交易 · 博览会 主旨会议 基本信息 会议时间 会议地点 广州·中国进出口商品交易会展馆A区二层4.2馆 主办单位 09:30-09:40 主持开场 清华大学五道口金融学院 承办单位 北京清控金媒文化科技有限公司 广州金交会投资管理有限公司 《清华金融评论》编辑部 会议议程 吴 荻 广东卫视主持人 09:40-09:50 主办方致辞 张 伟 清华大学五道口金融学院党委委员、院长助理，《清华金融评论》执行主编 09:50-10:00 领导致辞 10:00-10:50 主旨演讲 欧阳卫民 中国金融学会副会长，广东省原副省长，国家开发银行原行长 王忠民 全国社保基金理事会原副理事长 10:50-11:20 高端对话 主持嘉宾： 吴 荻 广东卫视主持人 对话嘉宾： 欧阳卫民 中国金融学会副会长，广东省原副省长，国家开发银行原行长 王忠民 全国社保基金理事会原副理事长 11:20-11:40 主题发言：正确理解普惠金融 11:20 11:40 主题发言：正确理解普惠金融 贝多广 中国人民 ...

智通财经6月26日电，华兴资本控股在港交所公告称，董事会决议进军Web3.0和加密货币资产领域，并 批准总额为1亿美元的预算，在未来两年期间用於本集团发展Web3.0业务和投资加密货币资产（加密货 币资产投资计划）。 ...

Join for a 100% Risk-Free trial and see if our proven method can help you too. You do not need to pay for the costly lessons from the market itself.Sensor Unlimited contributes to the investing group Envision Early Retirement which is led by Sensor Unlimited. They offer proven solutions to generate both high income and high growth with isolated risks through dynamic asset allocation. Features include: two model portfolios - one for short-term survival/withdrawal and one for aggressive long-term growth, dire ...

Core Viewpoint - The essence of business remains the connection between people, and understanding user needs and insights is crucial for growth, especially in the AI era [2][5][15]. Group 1: AI and Growth - The arrival of AI has changed growth logic, but the fundamental principle of understanding user needs remains unchanged [6][7]. - AI can empower businesses by providing real incremental value and improving efficiency in user acquisition and retention [6][7][49]. - Companies that focus on unmet user needs can discover significant growth opportunities, as demonstrated by the AI PPT case targeting mothers [10][14]. Group 2: User Insights and Metrics - Establishing the right North Star metric is essential for guiding growth strategies, as seen in Meituan's shift from GMV to order volume [18][19]. - Metrics should be based on user insights and can evolve with the product lifecycle, ensuring alignment with user needs and market conditions [20][21][27]. - The importance of understanding why users leave is emphasized, as it can be more critical than knowing why they stay [55][51]. Group 3: Data Analysis and Strategy - A systematic approach to data analysis is necessary for effective decision-making, allowing for detailed breakdowns of performance metrics [31][32]. - Companies should focus on user behavior and preferences to refine their strategies, ensuring that insights are actionable and relevant [36][38]. - AI can assist in data processing and user research, enhancing productivity and decision-making capabilities [40][52]. Group 4: Retention and Recall Strategies - Retaining users requires a deep understanding of their needs and behaviors, with AI models helping to identify key factors influencing user retention [49][51]. - The ability to recall users hinges on understanding the reasons for their departure, which can be influenced by various factors, including geographic and economic indicators [51][52]. - Companies must balance short-term gains with long-term user value to ensure sustainable growth [22][30]. Group 5: Challenges in AI Growth - Despite the potential of AI, challenges remain in achieving high retention rates and effective monetization strategies [56][57]. - The industry is evolving, with domestic companies leading in growth strategies, indicating a shift in knowledge exchange between international markets [57].

Core Insights - Jefferies reported a slight decline in total revenue for Q2 FY 2025 compared to Q2 FY 2024, with total revenue at $1.63 billion, down 1% [1] - Adjusted earnings per share fell significantly by 38% to $0.40, missing analysts' expectations [1][2] - Investment banking revenue decreased by 3% year-over-year, while capital markets revenue remained flat [1][3] Financial Performance - Total revenue for Q2 FY 2024 was $1.66 billion, while Q2 FY 2025 saw a decrease to $1.63 billion [1] - Adjusted earnings per share dropped from $0.64 to $0.40, falling short of expectations [1][2] - Investment banking revenue was $787.4 million in Q2 FY 2024 and decreased to $766.3 million in Q2 FY 2025 [1] - Capital markets revenue remained stable at $707.1 million in Q2 FY 2024 and $704.2 million in Q2 FY 2025 [1] Market Reaction - Following the earnings report, Jefferies shares fell nearly 2% in after-hours trading [5] - The stock had previously risen approximately 42% from its April lows but remains down about 29% year-to-date [6] Operational Insights - Jefferies experienced a significant increase in advisory revenue within its investment banking segment, driven by market share gains and higher M&A activity [3] - However, this was offset by a substantial decline in equity underwriting activity, leading to an overall decrease in investment banking sales [3] - In capital markets, equities performed well, particularly in Europe and Asia, while fixed income revenue faced challenges due to market volatility [4] Future Outlook - CEO Richard Handler expressed optimism about the company's prospects, citing resilience in the global economy and strong backlog figures [8] - Increased non-interest expenses, including higher brokerage and clearing fees, contributed to the earnings miss [7]