Key Points - The report highlights a significant surge in Apple's stock price, which has positively influenced the US stock market, particularly the technology sector [8][10] - Approximately 80% of S&P 500 companies exceeded market expectations in terms of EPS and revenue, driven mainly by strong earnings in the financial and communication services sectors [8][10] - The report notes an increase in US Treasury yields, with the 10-year yield rising by 10.2 basis points to 4.298% [8][10] - The report suggests a diversified credit bond strategy to manage interest rate and inflation volatility, with an average maturity of 5 to 8 years [8] - A multi-factor alpha model, sector rotation model, and event-driven model are recommended for stock selection [8] - The report recommends bullish structured products targeting strong stocks like Apple and Nvidia to capture short-term gains [8] Market Overview - The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose by 81 points or 0.18%, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq increased by 0.73% and 1.21%, respectively [10] - The report indicates that the US economy shows signs of slowing down, with traders increasing bets on potential interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve [10] - President Trump signed an executive order imposing a 25% additional tariff on goods from India, raising the total tariff rate to 50% [10] - The report mentions that Apple has committed to investing $100 billion in US manufacturing over the next four years, increasing its total investment to $600 billion [10] Company Focus - XPeng Motors reported a record delivery of 36,717 vehicles in July 2025, a year-on-year increase of 229%, indicating a strong growth trajectory [20] - Nine consecutive months of deliveries exceeding 30,000 units suggest a clear turning point in profitability and valuation recovery for XPeng Motors [20] - Nine Holdings' Q2 2025 results showed a revenue increase of 2.5% in the footwear manufacturing sector, with a shipment volume growth of 4.1% [20] - The report highlights that Vobile Group is a leader in digital content copyright protection and monetization, with expectations of AI-related revenue reaching tens of millions of dollars by 2025 [20] Economic Data - China's exports for July are estimated to grow at an annual rate of 5.6%, while imports are expected to decline by 1% [18] - The trade balance for China in July is projected at $104.8 billion, with foreign exchange reserves at $3.281 trillion [18] - In the US, the non-farm productivity for Q2 is estimated to increase by 2%, with initial jobless claims for the week ending August 2 expected at 222,000 [18]

Report Summary 1. Market Performance - Hong Kong stocks rose with the Hang Seng Index up 169 points or 0.7% to 24,902, the Hang Seng China Enterprises Index up 57 points or 0.65% to 8,951, and the Hang Seng Tech Index up 39 points or 0.7% to 5,521. The total turnover was HK$229.399 billion [1]. - A - shares advanced with the Shanghai Composite Index up 34 points or 1% to 3,617, the Shenzhen Component Index up 65 points or 0.6% to 11,106, and the ChiNext Index up 9 points or 0.4% to 2,343. The turnovers were RMB656.4 billion, RMB939.7 billion, and RMB475.6 billion respectively [2]. - US stocks fell with the Dow Jones Industrial Average down 61 points or 0.1% to 44,111, the S&P 500 Index down 30 points or 0.5% to 6,299, and the Nasdaq Composite down 137 points or 0.7% to 20,916 [2]. 2. Policy and Economic Data - The People's Bank of China conducted RMB160.7 billion of seven - day reverse repurchase operations on the 5th, with an operating rate unchanged at 1.4%. There were RMB449.2 billion of reverse repurchases maturing, resulting in a net withdrawal of RMB288.5 billion. The central parity rate of the RMB against the US dollar was raised by 29 points to 7.1366 [2]. - China's July S&P Global Services PMI rose to 52.6, while the Composite PMI fell to 50.8 [2]. - The US July ISM Services Index was worse than expected, increasing concerns about stagflation [2]. 3. Trade - related Statements - US President Trump said that the EU's commitment to invest $600 billion in the US in the US - EU trade agreement was one reason for him to lower the tariff on EU goods to 15%. If the condition was not met, the tariff on EU goods would be 35% [3]. - Trump also said that the US would announce tariffs on semiconductor and pharmaceutical imports in about a week. The initial tariff rate for pharmaceuticals would be low, rising to 150% within a year and a half and eventually to 250%. Semiconductor and chip tariff measures would be in another category [4]. 4. Company - specific News - Li Xiang, CEO of Li Auto - W (02015.HK) (LI.US), revealed that the small - order users of Li i8 exceeded 30,000 [4]. - Yum China (09987.HK) reported its six - month interim results as of June. The total revenue was $5.768 billion, up 2.3% year - on - year. The net profit was $507 million, up 1.6%, with an earnings per share of $1.36 and a dividend per share of 24 cents [4]. - Hon Hai Precision Industry, a major server assembly partner of Nvidia (NVDA.US), saw its July sales growth slow down. Its July sales increased 7.25% year - on - year to NT$613.8 billion (about $20.5 billion), the lowest increase since January [4]. - The interim results of The Link REIT (00778.HK) as of the end of June showed that the distributable income was HK$377 million, up 2.1% year - on - year. The interim distribution per fund unit was 18.41 cents, up 1% from the previous year. The annualized distribution yield per fund unit was 7.7% based on the closing price on June 30 [5].

Market Overview - The Hang Seng Index faces short-term resistance at 25,735 points, with limited corporate profit improvement and a lack of strong economic stimulus from mainland China [2] - Active trading in the Hong Kong market indicates a relatively positive risk appetite, with capital rotating among different sectors [2] - The U.S. and China have initiated a new round of trade negotiations, agreeing to extend the 90-day tariff truce reached in mid-May [2] Macro Focus - China's official manufacturing PMI for July decreased to 49.3, falling short of expectations and indicating contraction for four consecutive months [11] - Hong Kong's GDP for Q2 is estimated to grow by 3.1%, surpassing expectations, while retail sales growth in June was below expectations at 0.7% [12] - The U.S. Federal Reserve maintained interest rates in July, with expectations of two rate cuts this year, totaling 0.5 percentage points [6] Company News - Tencent Holdings (0700) is leveraging gaming as a key driver for breakthroughs in AI technology [5] - Prosus has initiated a reduction of its stake in Meituan (3690), cashing out nearly 2 billion yuan in the past two weeks [5] - XPeng Motors (9868) reported a 2.3-fold increase in July deliveries, setting a new monthly record [5] - China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation (0386) issued a profit warning, expecting a drop of at least 40% in first-half earnings [5] Stock Market Performance - The Hang Seng Index closed at 24,773, down 1.6%, with a year-to-date increase of 23.5% [7] - The average daily trading volume in Hong Kong's stock market increased by 82% year-on-year, reaching 2,402 billion [12] - The number of new IPOs in Hong Kong surged, with 42 new listings raising a total of 107.1 billion, a sevenfold increase compared to the previous year [12]

Market Overview - The Hang Seng Index is expected to rise towards 26,000 points due to the postponement of tariffs by the US and a stable economic outlook in mainland China, although corporate earnings improvements are limited [2] - Active trading in the Hong Kong market indicates a positive risk appetite, with capital rotating across different sectors [2] Macro Focus - The State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission (SASAC) encourages state-owned enterprises to lead in resisting "cut-throat" competition and to optimize the allocation of state capital [8] - The European Central Bank (ECB) has maintained interest rates while awaiting clarity on US tariff policies, with inflation rates reaching 2% [9] - The US Federal Reserve is expected to reduce interest rates twice this year, with a total reduction of 0.5 percentage points [4] Corporate News - Pop Mart (9992) is increasing production monthly and has denied engaging in "hunger marketing," while exploring a potential movie collaboration with a Hollywood company [10] - JD.com (9618) is in negotiations to acquire German electronics retailer Ceconomy for approximately €2.2 billion [10] - OSL Group (0863) plans to raise HK$23.55 billion through a share placement at a 15.34% discount [10] - Sinopec (0386) reported a 2% increase in oil and gas production for the first half of the year [10] - Kwan Tai Group (0148) expects a more than 70% increase in interim net profit [10] Industry Insights - The mainland is implementing measures to regulate low-price competition and address "involution" in various industries [8] - The automotive market in Europe experienced its largest decline in ten months, with electric vehicle growth slowing [9] - The Chinese government is enhancing financial services for rural reforms and encouraging the issuance of "three rural" bonds [8]

Market Overview - The Hang Seng Index is expected to rise towards 26,000 points due to the postponement of tariffs by the US and a stable economic outlook in mainland China, although corporate earnings improvements are limited [2] - Active trading in the Hong Kong market reflects a positive risk appetite, with capital rotating across different sectors [2] - New trade negotiations between China and the US are set to begin, contributing to a more favorable trade environment [2] Company Insights: Xtep International (1368) - Xtep's total retail sales volume (RSV) showed a slight year-on-year slowdown in Q2 2025, with online sales performing better than offline [9] - The company plans to gradually recover 100-200 stores for direct-to-consumer (DTC) transformation starting in Q4 2025, with a total of about 500 stores targeted for recovery by FY26E [9] - Xtep's management expects a net profit growth of over 10% year-on-year for FY25E, maintaining a stable retail discount level of 25-30% [9] Company Insights: Anta Sports (2020) - Anta reported stable performance in Q2 2025, with its main brand and FILA showing low single-digit and mid-single-digit growth, respectively [14] - The company has reaffirmed its FY25E guidance, expecting growth rates of high single digits for its main brand and over 30% for other brands [14] - Anta is focusing on optimizing its offline store structure and managing online discounts to maintain brand image and profitability [14] Financial Projections - Xtep's revenue is projected to grow from 8,423 million RMB in FY23A to 11,412 million RMB in FY25E, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 7% [10] - Anta's revenue is expected to increase from 10,074 million RMB in FY24A to 12,935 million RMB in FY26E, reflecting a robust growth trajectory [10] Valuation Metrics - Xtep's FY25E price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio is projected at 9.6x, which is significantly below its 5-year average valuation [9] - Anta's FY25E P/E ratio is estimated at 17.0x, also below its 10-year average, indicating potential undervaluation [14]

Core Insights - The report highlights the ongoing trends in the U.S. stock market, with the Dow Jones showing slight gains and the S&P 500 reaching a new historical high, indicating a robust market environment [9][11] - The report emphasizes the continuous development of artificial intelligence (AI), suggesting that the fundamental factors supporting the S&P 500 are stronger than during the dot-com bubble 25 years ago [9] - The report notes a decline in U.S. Treasury yields, which may influence investment strategies, particularly in products linked to interest rates [9] Market Overview - The Hang Seng Index stabilized above 25,000 points, reaching a 3-year and 8-month high, with significant inflows from northbound capital [13] - The report mentions that the advertising expenditure in Hong Kong continues to decline, with a 6% year-on-year drop in Q2 2025 [13] - The report indicates that global investors are diversifying away from U.S. dollar investments, with foreign capital increasing its holdings in domestic stocks and funds in China [13] Company-Specific Insights - The report discusses the performance of General Motors (GM), which reported a 35.39% year-on-year decline in net profit for Q2, attributing the drop to tariff costs [11] - Lockheed Martin's net profit fell by 79.2% year-on-year due to project provisions, indicating challenges in the defense sector [11] - Texas Instruments reported a 15% year-on-year increase in net profit for Q2, with revenue rising by 16%, reflecting strong operational performance [11][18] Investment Recommendations - The report recommends buying shares of Dongfang Zhenxuan (1797), highlighting a 28% year-on-year growth in GMV for June 2025, marking a return to growth for its core business [22] - Zhongsheng Holdings (881) is identified as a leading automotive dealer in China, with over 400 dealerships and a strong customer base, making it a focus for upcoming financial reports [22] - Grab Holdings Limited (GRAB) is recommended for its strong user ecosystem and potential for cross-selling in Southeast Asia [24]

Group 1 - The market has shown a strong upward trend, with the index rising from 19,600 to 25,130 points, indicating a "buy" signal with resistance levels at 25,194 and 25,961 points [1] - HSBC Holdings has reached a significant price point of 100 HKD, with a closing price of 99.7 HKD, and a strong buy signal is indicated with resistance levels at 101 HKD and 106 HKD [3] - BYD's stock price closed at 134.2 HKD, breaking through the upper Bollinger Band, with a buy signal and short-term resistance levels at 140 HKD and 144.8 HKD [5] - Zijin Mining has seen a three-day rise, closing above both daily and weekly chart tops, with a strong buy signal and short-term resistance levels at 23.4 HKD and 24.4 HKD [8] - SMIC has a buy signal with resistance levels at 50.4 HKD and 53.4 HKD, as investors anticipate a breakout above 49 HKD [11] - China Shenhua has also shown a strong upward trend, with a buy signal and resistance levels at 36.1 HKD and 37.9 HKD, suggesting investors should consider closer-to-the-money products [14]

Market Overview - The Hang Seng Index is challenging the 25,000 point mark, with active trading and a positive risk appetite despite limited corporate earnings improvement [2][6] - The market is awaiting catalysts such as potential China-US summits or unexpected policies from mainland China to drive further gains [2] Sector Focus - The focus for today includes the release of China's one-year and five-year Loan Prime Rate (LPR) [3] Macro Focus - The Chinese government is encouraging foreign investment through various measures to enhance project service guarantees and optimize land allocation [7] - Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in China decreased by 15.2% year-on-year in the first half of 2025, with a notable decline in the manufacturing sector [7] - The Ministry of Finance announced plans for a more proactive fiscal policy in the second half of the year [7] - The People's Bank of China maintained the LPR at 3% for one year and 3.5% for five years, aligning with market expectations [7] - The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology is promoting innovation in future industries, including humanoid robots and digital transformation in various sectors [7] Corporate News - Xinyi Solar's product prices have dropped, leading to an expected profit decline of 56%-66% for the first half of the year [4] - Meituan, JD.com, and Ele.me were summoned by the market regulator to ensure rational competition in the food delivery sector [8] - HSBC is reportedly dissolving a team focused on managing geopolitical risks despite increasing threats [9] - Ant Group is collaborating with Citibank to enhance foreign exchange risk management using AI technology [9] - Meituan and Alibaba's Taobao are engaged in a price war, reportedly spending 1.6 billion RMB on promotions [9]

Market Overview - The Hang Seng Index is facing resistance at 24,700 points, with a forecasted P/E ratio of 11 times over the next 12 months [2] - The index experienced fluctuations, reaching a high of 24,672 points before closing at 24,498 points, down 0.1% [5] Macro Focus - U.S. retail sales increased by 0.6% in June, exceeding expectations and reversing a two-month decline [3][8] - The unemployment rate for individuals aged 16 to 24 in mainland China decreased to 14.5%, marking a four-month decline [7] - The People's Bank of China conducted a reverse repurchase operation of 450.5 billion yuan, maintaining the interest rate at 1.4% [7] Company News - Luk Fook Holdings reported a 13% increase in overall retail value for the first quarter, reversing previous declines [9] - Federation Pharmaceutical is raising approximately 2.2 billion HKD through a share placement at a discount of 7.9% [9] - Ideal Auto has opened pre-orders for its i8 model, with expected prices starting from 350,000 yuan [9] - October Rice reported a projected net profit increase of at least 90% for the first half of the year [9] - Changjie Tong anticipates a profit of 31 to 37 million yuan for the first half of the year, driven by strong cloud service performance [9] Sector Insights - The biotechnology sector is expected to benefit from new measures supporting the high-quality development of innovative drugs [6] - The tourism sector is seeing an increase in cross-border traffic, indicating a potential rise in summer tourism [6] - Brokerage stocks are gaining traction as the Shanghai Composite Index surpasses 3,500 points, continuing the trend of A+H listings [6]

Company Recommendation - BYD Electronics (0285) is recommended for purchase with a target price of HKD 38.50, indicating a potential upside of 16.7% from the current price of HKD 33.95 [2][10] - The catalysts for growth include the lifting of the EDA ban in the US and the completion of the US-Vietnam trade agreement, which is expected to ease concerns regarding upstream supply chain pricing and gross margin pressures [2][10] - The company is diversifying into AI servers, liquid cooling, and Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMR), with a strong partnership with NVIDIA, which is anticipated to drive new growth momentum [2][10] Valuation - The current price corresponds to a forecasted P/E ratio of 13.2x for FY25E and 11.2x for FY26E, with FY26E valuation being 29% lower than the 5-year average [2][10] - The expected revenue and net profit compound annual growth rates for FY24-FY27E are 11.6% and 22.4%, respectively [2][10] Market Review - The Hang Seng Index is facing resistance at 24,700 points, influenced by US-China trade negotiations and limited progress in economic stimulus from mainland China [2][4] - The market is experiencing a slowdown in capital inflow from Northbound trading, with corporate earnings showing limited improvement [2][4] Industry Insights - The automotive sector in China is showing resilience, with a 22.2% year-on-year increase in vehicle exports in June, and production and sales also reflecting positive growth [11] - The construction and real estate sectors are seeing increased land sale revenues, particularly in first and second-tier cities, with a 40% increase in land sale amounts [11] - The gaming industry in Macau is expected to benefit from strong summer season revenues, with June's gaming income exceeding expectations [5]