香港失业率维持3.8% 中新社香港12月16日电 (记者 魏华都)香港特区政府统计处16日公布，2025年9月至11月香港经季节性调 整的失业率为3.8%，与上一阶段(2025年8月至10月)相同。就业不足率在该两段期间维持1.6%。 12月16日，香港特区政府统计处公布，2025年9月至11月香港经季节性调整的失业率为3.8%，与上 一阶段(2025年8月至10月)相同。图为铜锣湾一间药妆店有工人搬运物料。(资料照片) 中新社记者 张炜 摄 香港特区政府劳工及福利局局长孙玉菡表示，香港经济稳健扩张，加上消费信心有所改善，应会继续为 整体劳工市场带来支持。然而，一些行业的就业情况或仍会因其业务面对挑战而承受压力。 编辑：郭晋嘉 广告等商务合作，请点击这里 本文为转载内容，授权事宜请联系原著作权人 中新经纬版权所有，未经书面授权，任何单位及个人不得转载、摘编或以其它方式使用。 关注中新经纬微信公众号(微信搜索"中新经纬"或"jwview")，看更多精彩财经资讯。 大新金融集团首席经济及策略师温嘉炜认为，虽然就业市道仍存在压力，但今年下半年香港零售销售逐 步回暖，而且楼市表现平稳，相关行业招聘人手的意欲或有望改善 ...

1. 中央财办有关负责同志详解2025年中央经济工作会议精神指出，扩大内需是明年排在首位的重点任务，要从供需两侧发力提振消费，统筹提振消费和扩 大投资。 另外，明年要从供需两端发力稳定房地产市场。供给端要严控增量、盘活存量，加快消化库存。需求端要采取更多针对性措施，充分释放居民 刚性和改善性需求。 1.据中国证券报，回望2025年，"支持性"始终是货币政策实施的核心基调。 展望2026年，"支持性"基调有望延续。央行将继续实施适度宽松的货币政策， 坚持精准施策与协同发力，灵活运用降准降息等工具，促进社会综合融资成本低位运行。 更好地运用结构性货币政策工具，精准滴灌实体经济的重点领 域和薄弱环节。此外，还将继续探索拓展中央银行宏观审慎与金融稳定功能，维护金融市场稳定，坚决守住不发生系统性金融风险的底线。 2. 海南省政府发布通告，自2025年12月18日起，海南自由贸易港正式启动全岛封关。 封关后，加工增值免关税政策迎来优化调整；进口"零关税"商品税 目由1900多个扩大到6600多个，占全部商品税目比例由21%扩大至74%。 3.围绕规范平台经济、食品安全以及反垄断反不正当竞争工作，市场监管总局将有一系列新规 ...

Group 1 - 360 announced that it is addressing false statements made by a former executive, clarifying that the individual never held a core management position and that the company's gaming business revenue recognition complies with accounting standards, denying any allegations of financial fraud [2] - Ford has canceled multiple electric vehicle models, including the F150 Lightning, leading to a projected revenue decrease of $19.5 billion, with most losses accounted for in the current quarter [2] - PayPal has applied for a banking license to expand its loan services and introduce interest-bearing savings accounts, aiming to reduce reliance on third-party institutions [2] Group 2 - XPeng Motors has obtained an L3 autonomous driving road test license in Guangzhou and plans to launch L4 level vehicles by 2026 [5] - Jiangte Motor announced that it has submitted an objection regarding the proposed cancellation of its lithium mining rights in Yichun, following regulatory actions [5] - Jingyu Medical received regulatory approval for its invasive brain-computer interface products aimed at treating drug addiction, marking a significant milestone in mental health treatment [5] Group 3 - Apple plans to significantly expand its iPhone product line over the next two years, including the release of at least seven new models by fall 2027 [8] - Tesla intends to start battery cell production at its Berlin factory in 2027, with an annual capacity of 8 GWh [8] - Microsoft emphasized its AI capabilities, stating that its growth is not solely dependent on OpenAI, while also rolling out updates for Windows 11 [8] Group 4 - Honda plans to increase its stake in parts supplier Astemo by 21%, aiming for full control to enhance its automotive supply chain integration [11] - Samsung Electronics is negotiating 2nm orders with AMD while ramping up its foundry business for Intel's PCH chips [11] - SK Hynix warned of a continued DRAM chip shortage until 2028 and is collaborating with NVIDIA on AI-specific SSDs [11] Group 5 - Volkswagen will close its Dresden factory, transitioning it into an AI and chip research hub as part of a broader cost-cutting strategy [13] - Porsche is adjusting its 718 EV platform to accommodate internal combustion engines due to slowing demand for electric vehicles [13] - Mercedes-Benz reported significant usage of its driver assistance systems and is focusing on high-quality development in China [14]

Core Viewpoint - High-level opening up is a strategic choice to respond to external uncertainties and enhance national security capabilities, promoting a new development pattern and boosting domestic and international economic cycles [1] Group 1: Customs Facilitation - Shanghai's Waigaoqiao Port is the largest port for automobile imports and exports in China, with a throughput of 3.63 million vehicles in 2024, ranking first globally [2] - The port has established a seamless customs process for automobile exports, enhancing efficiency through an online coordination mechanism and a vehicle customs appointment system [2] - The port operates 15 international automobile roll-on/roll-off shipping routes, connecting to 289 ports in 131 countries and regions, reinforcing its strategic hub position [2] Group 2: Investment Quality Improvement - Lujiazui Financial City in Shanghai attracts significant foreign investment, hosting 70% of the country's foreign asset management institutions and 40% of foreign banks and securities firms [4] - Since the 14th Five-Year Plan, Shanghai has utilized over $98 billion in foreign investment, with an annual average of over 5,700 new foreign enterprises established [4] - The city’s share of national foreign investment has increased from 14% in 2020 to 15.2% in 2024, reflecting its strong appeal to foreign investors [4] Group 3: International Expansion - Shanghai's total import and export value reached 11.07 trillion yuan in 2024, a 26.5% increase from 2020, with a compound annual growth rate exceeding 4% since the 14th Five-Year Plan [7] - Cross-border e-commerce has seen an annual growth rate of over 35%, with 636 enterprises participating in offshore trade by 2024, doubling the scale since 2020 [7] - In Suzhou, a company reported a 190% year-on-year increase in exports, driven by local government initiatives to simplify cross-border e-commerce processes [7] Group 4: Education and Talent Development - The establishment of the first independent overseas university project in Hainan reflects the region's strong support for educational innovation and its alignment with local industry needs [6] - The university aims to cultivate international talent in logistics and digital economy sectors, leveraging the local business ecosystem for practical training [6] Group 5: Digital Trade Growth - Hainan's digital trade volume reached 28.79 billion yuan in 2024, a 44.5% increase year-on-year, with significant growth in computer service exports [10] - The establishment of a data technology company in Hainan aims to support Chinese enterprises in expanding globally and assist foreign companies in entering the Chinese market [10]

Group 1 - The central economic work conference emphasizes the integration of technological and industrial innovation to develop new productive forces [2] - Financial services are being tailored to support the entire lifecycle of technology innovation, particularly focusing on the initial funding challenges faced by startups [3][4] - Shenzhen's Guarantee Group has launched the "Crossing Loan" program to provide initial loans to startups based on their technological capabilities and market potential, exemplified by the support given to Shenzhen Liangjiang Intelligent Manufacturing Technology Co., which received 4 million yuan [2][3] Group 2 - The People's Bank of China in Shenzhen is facilitating collaboration among local credit platforms, government financing institutions, and banks to provide credit services for technology startups, having completed credit scoring for nearly 10,000 small tech enterprises [3] - The "Tech Startup Pass" initiative offers a digital credit solution for early-stage tech companies, utilizing public and industry data to create comprehensive credit profiles, resulting in over 80 billion yuan in loans for more than 5,000 enterprises [3] Group 3 - Companies like Zhijidongli Technology are attracting investment for their innovative products, such as humanoid robots, with funding from private equity firms like Dongfang Fuhai, which issued a 4 billion yuan tech innovation bond [5] - Guangdong Blue Potential Marine Technology is developing underwater robots for various applications, facing challenges in scaling production despite initial angel funding [6] Group 4 - The "Investment, Loan, Guarantee" integrated credit model has been successfully implemented in Dongguan, providing comprehensive financing support to tech companies like Blue Potential Marine Technology [7] - The People's Bank of China in Dongguan is innovating financial service models to reduce information asymmetry between financial institutions and tech enterprises, promoting the "Investment, Loan, Guarantee, Rental" service model [7] Group 5 - The "Kehui Tong" pilot program aims to facilitate cross-border flow of innovation resources between Shenzhen and Hong Kong, with successful implementation leading to significant funding for research institutions [8][9] - Major banks have provided over 77 million yuan in funding to research institutions in the Qianhai Shenzhen-Hong Kong Cooperation Zone through the "Kehui Tong" initiative, enhancing cross-border financial services [9]

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Core Viewpoint - The recent surge in both onshore and offshore RMB exchange rates, breaking through the 7.05 mark against the USD, reflects a significant vote of confidence from global capital regarding China's economic outlook [1][3]. Exchange Rate Breakthrough - On December 15, the RMB continued its upward trend against the USD, with the onshore rate peaking at 7.0497 and the offshore rate reaching 7.0460, marking a notable recovery from earlier lows [1][3]. - The RMB's midpoint rate was reported at 7.0656, a decrease of 18 basis points from the previous trading day, while intra-day gains for the onshore and offshore RMB were nearly 200 and over 150 basis points, respectively [3]. Capital Flow Shift - The improvement in China's economic fundamentals and policy environment has led international investors to reassess the value of RMB-denominated assets, contributing to the recent appreciation of the currency [4]. - Goldman Sachs forecasts approximately $200 billion in capital inflows into the Chinese stock market over the next 12 months, indicating renewed global confidence in China's economic resilience [5]. Weakening Dollar - The depreciation of the USD has created favorable conditions for non-USD currencies, including the RMB, to appreciate [6]. - Since the beginning of 2025, the USD index has fallen by over 8%, with concerns over U.S. fiscal policy and debt further diminishing the dollar's attractiveness [6]. Policy Support - The stability and gradual appreciation of the RMB are supported by prudent and effective management from Chinese monetary authorities, aiming to maintain the currency at a reasonable and balanced level [7]. - The People's Bank of China has issued offshore RMB central bank bills to guide offshore market interest rates and stabilize market expectations [7]. Economic Resilience - The RMB's strong performance is underpinned by solid economic fundamentals, with China's GDP growth in Q1 2025 reaching 5.4%, surpassing both the previous year's growth and market expectations [9]. - Active fiscal policies and moderately accommodative monetary policies have provided robust support for economic stability, with key indicators such as fixed asset investment and retail sales showing positive growth [9]. Future Outlook - Market analysts maintain a cautiously optimistic view on the RMB's future trajectory, with predictions of a stronger exchange rate in the short term [10]. - The RMB is gradually shifting from being an optional asset to a necessary one in global reserve asset allocation, with its share in global foreign exchange reserves rising to around 3% [10].

Core Viewpoint - In November 2025, the issuance of offshore bonds by Chinese entities reached a record high for the year, totaling approximately $35.9 billion, driven by a surge in sovereign and government bond issuance alongside a recovery in corporate financing demand, reflecting global investors' strong recognition of Chinese assets [1][2]. Group 1: Issuance Statistics - A total of 119 offshore bonds were issued in November, marking the highest monthly issuance in the past 12 months [2]. - The Ministry of Finance issued $4 billion in sovereign bonds in Hong Kong and €4 billion in Luxembourg, with total subscription amounts reaching $118.2 billion and €100.1 billion, indicating a subscription multiple of 30 times and 25 times, respectively [2]. - The issuance by 47 Chinese enterprises amounted to $18.3 billion, with an average bond size of $250 million, showing multi-dimensional growth [3]. Group 2: Bond Types and Currencies - Government bonds accounted for approximately $17.5 billion (49%), financial bonds for about $9.1 billion (25%), industrial bonds for $4.3 billion (12%), city investment bonds for $2.5 billion (7%), and real estate bonds for $2.5 billion (7%) [3]. - The 119 offshore bonds included 47 RMB bonds, 50 USD bonds, 8 HKD bonds, 8 EUR bonds, and 6 bonds in other currencies [4]. Group 3: Secondary Market Performance - The secondary market for Chinese offshore bonds experienced narrow fluctuations, with investment-grade bonds outperforming high-yield bonds [5]. - As of the end of November, the Markit iBoxx Asian Chinese USD bond index was at 251.23, with a monthly increase of 0.07%, while the high-yield index decreased by 2.18% [5][8]. Group 4: Future Outlook and Debt Repayment Pressure - The overall repayment pressure for Chinese offshore bonds remains manageable, with $11.28 billion due in December 2025 and $15.81 billion in January 2026, which is expected to be the highest repayment pressure in the next six months [9][12]. - Analysts predict that investment-grade bonds will perform better in the future, driven by improving financing conditions and ongoing support for cross-border financing [12].

Core Viewpoint - The phenomenon of listed companies using idle funds to purchase financial products has sparked market discussions, emphasizing the need for careful planning based on the company's development stage and actual funding needs [1] Group 1: Financial Product Purchases - A total of 1,147 A-share listed companies purchased 15,000 financial products this year, with a total subscription amount of 944.099 billion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 18.76% [1] - Among the various financial products, structured deposits were the most favored, with a subscription amount of 563.834 billion yuan, accounting for 59.72% of the total [1] - Bank financial products followed with a total subscription of 108.124 billion yuan, while deposit products and brokerage financial products had subscription amounts of 76.969 billion yuan and 65.807 billion yuan, respectively [1] Group 2: Factors Influencing Purchase Trends - The overall amount of financial products purchased by listed companies has decreased due to three main factors: lower market interest rates reducing the attractiveness of financial product yields, a policy shift encouraging companies to enhance returns to investors through cash dividends and share buybacks, and a favorable capital market encouraging companies to invest in primary and secondary markets [2] - Despite the decline in enthusiasm for purchasing financial products, the subscription amount for brokerage financial products remained stable, with their proportion of total subscriptions rising from 5.76% last year to 6.97% this year [2] Group 3: Company-Specific Purchases - Seven listed companies have subscribed to financial products exceeding 10 billion yuan this year, with the highest being Jiuzhoutong at 29.164 billion yuan, followed by Hisense Home Appliances at 22.933 billion yuan, and ZTE Corporation and Dongpeng Beverage at 18.512 billion yuan and 14.094 billion yuan, respectively [3] - The funding sources for purchasing financial products mainly include self-owned funds and self-raised funds, with 335.301 billion yuan from self-owned funds (35.52%) and 608.798 billion yuan from self-raised funds (64.48%) [3] Group 4: Investment Principles - Companies should prudently determine the scale and duration of their investments in financial products, adhering to the principle of safety and prioritizing the protection of principal and shareholder interests [4]

Let's get to Rick Santelli. Hey Rick. >> Hi Carl.Indeed. These are December preliminary S&P global PMIs. On the manufacturing front coming in light at 51.8%.Also sequentially lower than last month's final 52.2%. That would be the lowest read since this summer July. If we look at the services 52.9%.We're expecting 54 in the rearview mirror. 54.1%. 52.9% equals where we were in June.To find a lower number, you're going back to April of this year. And finally, on the composite, 53.9% expected. 53 is what arriv ...