Investment Rating - The report indicates a positive investment sentiment towards US Treasuries, with strong inflows observed in this segment [2][4]. Core Insights - Global fund flows showed a net inflow into equities of $9 billion for the week ending April 23, an increase from $8 billion the previous week, driven by reduced outflows from US equity funds [4]. - In fixed income, net outflows were significantly reduced to $0.8 billion from $21 billion in the prior week, with government bond funds continuing to attract inflows [4]. - Emerging markets saw positive flows into mainland China funds, while Taiwan maintained strong net inflows [4]. - Cross-border FX flows turned positive, indicating an improved risk appetite among investors, favoring currencies such as USD, EUR, GBP, and CNY [4]. Summary by Category Equity Flows - Total equity inflows amounted to $68,079 million over four weeks, with a weekly inflow of $9,164 million [10]. - Developed markets saw inflows of $34,063 million, while emerging markets recorded inflows of $27,140 million, with mainland China leading at $24,686 million [10]. - Sector-wise, technology funds experienced the largest inflows of $14,845 million, while financials and healthcare saw significant outflows [10]. Fixed Income Flows - Total fixed income experienced outflows of $32,369 million, with government bonds attracting inflows of $29,366 million [10]. - High yield bonds faced substantial outflows of $23,488 million, while short-duration bonds saw inflows of $29,804 million [10]. FX Flows - Total FX flows recorded a net outflow of $4,751 million, with G10 currencies showing mixed results [12]. - The USD faced outflows of $3,440 million, while the EUR and GBP saw inflows of $2,880 million and $799 million respectively [12]. Fund Positioning - The report highlights a shift in fund positioning, with an increasing share of equity assets in total assets, indicating a growing preference for equities over fixed income [20][27]. - The share of money market fund assets as a percentage of global mutual fund assets has also seen fluctuations, reflecting changing investor sentiment [20].

28 April 2025 | 11:09AM HKT China: What do local clients think about the economy? Local marketing takeaways April 2025 Over the past week, we met with onshore clients in Beijing and Shanghai, including mutual funds, private equity firms, and asset managers from banks, brokers and insurance companies. Compared to two months ago (late February), local investors are more concerned about China's economic outlook, mainly due to the elevated US reciprocal tariffs and the uncertainty surrounding the Trump administ ...

中金公司营收、利润双位数大幅增长，其中投资业务成为主要增长点，投资收益及公允价值变动损益同比增长84.44%， 经纪业务手续费净收入也显著提振业绩，同比增长56.3%。 4月28日，中金公司公布2025年Q1业绩报告，要点如下： 同时，流动性覆盖率从224.00%提升至371.61%，净稳定资金率从137.25%上升至149.40%。值得一提的是，公司信用减值 损失同比下降58.53%，从2024年一季度的2.98亿元降至1.24亿元。 投资业务、经纪业务显著增长 中金公司发布财报显示，公司实现了营收与利润的双增长，且增速远超市场预期。期内，公司实现营收同比增长47.69% 至57.21亿元，归母净利润同比增长64.85%至20.42亿元。这一亮眼表现主要归功于金融工具投资产生的收益净额，及手续 费佣金净收入的强劲增长。 值得注意的是，公司投资收益及公允价值变动损益高达34.07亿元，同比大幅增长84.44%，成为业绩增长的最大驱动力。 这反映了公司在市场机会把握和风险管理方面的专业能力。 经纪业务表现同样抢眼，经纪业务手续费净收入达12.98亿元，同比增长56.3%，显示市场交易活跃度明显提升。与此同 时， ...

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Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly provide an investment rating for the industry discussed [2][3]. Core Insights - The NBS Manufacturing PMI for China is expected to decline to 49.6 in April from 50.5 in March, indicating a contraction in manufacturing due to US tariffs and trade uncertainties [3][7]. - Private sector credit in Australia is projected to increase by 0.6% month-on-month in March, leading to an annual growth rate of 6.6% year-on-year [7]. - The Consumer Price Index (CPI) in Australia is anticipated to rise by 0.9% quarter-on-quarter in Q1, maintaining an annual rate of 2.4% year-on-year [7]. - House prices in Australia are expected to see a slight increase in April, supported by expectations of further rate cuts [7]. - Korea's exports are forecasted to decline by 3.6% year-on-year in April, reflecting the impact of steel and auto tariffs [8]. - Taiwan's GDP is projected to rebound to 3.1% year-on-year in Q1, driven by pre-tariff export orders, although a slowdown is expected in Q2 [9]. Summary by Sections Australia - The report anticipates a trade surplus of A$3.8 billion in March, with exports partially rebounding [7]. - Retail sales are expected to increase by 0.1% month-on-month and 4.0% year-on-year in March, marking the strongest annual rate since December 2024 [7]. China - The NBS Manufacturing PMI is expected to soften to 49.6 in April, indicating challenges in production and new orders due to external trade pressures [3][7]. Korea - Exports are expected to show a significant slowdown, with a year-on-year decline of 3.6% in April due to tariff impacts [8]. Taiwan - GDP growth is forecasted to rebound to 3.1% year-on-year in Q1, driven by strong export orders ahead of tariffs [9]. Japan - The Bank of Japan (BOJ) is expected to maintain its current monetary policy stance, with labor market conditions remaining tight [11].

Investment Rating - The report indicates a downward adjustment in GDP growth forecast for China, expecting a decline from 5.4% in Q1 to below 4.5% in Q2 2025 due to tariff impacts and reduced trade volume with the US [2][9]. Core Insights - The report highlights that the high tariffs imposed have significantly affected trade, with a 64% month-on-month decrease in container bookings from China to the US in April 2025 [2][3]. - Consumer confidence in real estate and overall spending is weakening, with survey data showing increased concerns about income and employment among consumers [3][20]. - The report anticipates a potential reduction in tariffs in the coming months, with expectations of a 60% average reduction by the end of June 2025, and a further 34% reduction by the end of the year, although achieving a comprehensive and lasting resolution remains challenging [4][9]. Summary by Sections Economic Impact - The report projects a significant economic downturn in Q2 2025, with the GDP growth rate expected to drop below 4.5% due to the adverse effects of tariffs and declining domestic demand [9][2]. - It notes that the high tariffs have led to a contraction in trade volume, particularly with the US, impacting various sectors including consumer electronics and automotive [2][3]. Consumer Sentiment - Consumer confidence has been notably affected, with a marked decline in sentiment regarding real estate and consumer spending, as evidenced by survey results indicating fears of job loss and reduced income [3][20]. - The report mentions that the sales growth of online appliances and passenger vehicles has slowed, reflecting the broader economic concerns [3][25]. Trade Relations - The report discusses the complexities of US-China trade relations, indicating that while there is a window for tariff reductions, the path to a comprehensive agreement is fraught with difficulties [4][9]. - It emphasizes that a significant portion of Chinese exports to the US (30-40%) are less elastic to tariffs, particularly in sectors where the US has a high dependency on Chinese imports [3][15].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a cautious outlook on the industry, with GDP growth tracking below 4.5% year-on-year for 2Q 2025, down from 5.4% in 1Q 2025, primarily due to escalating tariffs impacting trade with the US [1][10]. Core Insights - The report highlights significant trade impacts from the 125% reciprocal US tariffs on China, leading to a sharp decline in shipments to the US and a notable drop in China's container throughput and freight shipping prices [2][10]. - Consumer sentiment is weakening, with rising household concerns over jobs and salaries, resulting in reduced consumption appetite and a cooling property market [3][10]. - The report suggests that while tariff de-escalation may occur in the next 1-2 months, achieving a durable resolution remains challenging due to the complexity of bilateral issues [5][8]. Summary by Sections Economic Impact - 2Q GDP growth is projected to slow significantly, with a forecast below 4.5% year-on-year, attributed to the adverse effects of US tariffs [1][10]. - The logistics data indicates a 64% week-on-week decline in ocean container bookings from China to the US in early April 2025 [2]. Consumer Sentiment - The AlphaWise Consumer Pulse Survey indicates initial signs of a secondary hit from US tariffs, with increased household concerns over job security and reduced consumption [3][19]. - Year-on-year sales of online home appliances and passenger cars have softened, and secondary housing sales have moderated more than seasonal trends would suggest [3][27]. Tariff Analysis - The report identifies low tariff elasticity for 30-40% of China's export products to the US, particularly in consumer electronics, which constitute 22% of China's exports to the US [4][21]. - The expectation is that US tariffs on China could be reduced to 60% by the end of June 2025, contingent on successful trade negotiations [5][8]. Policy Response - The report anticipates that Beijing will implement a front-loaded Rmb2 trillion stimulus package in 2Q 2025, with an additional Rmb1-1.5 trillion supplementary fiscal package expected in the second half of the year [10][32]. - As of April 2025, 36% of this year's government bond quota has been utilized, compared to an average of 20% in the past five years, indicating a proactive policy approach [10][29].

Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly provide an investment rating for the industry Core Viewpoints - Shifting business operations away from China is nearly impossible for other Asian economies due to China's central role as a market, supplier, and source of foreign direct investment [1][6][12] - Any trade restrictions imposed on China by other Asian economies would likely lead to retaliatory measures from China, severely impacting trade, capital flows, and growth prospects in the region [6][12][13] Summary by Sections Trade Restrictions and Challenges - The report analyzes which economies might be pressured to impose trade restrictions on China and concludes that most Asian economies outside of China would find it very difficult to implement such measures [3][6] - Economies like Vietnam, Thailand, and India, which have significant trade surpluses with the US and deficits with China, would struggle to impose tariffs on China due to their reliance on Chinese inputs [8][12] Economic Dependencies - China is a crucial source of final demand, inputs, and equipment for many Asian economies, particularly ASEAN countries, making it challenging for these economies to decouple from China [12][34] - Approximately 17% of exports from Asia (excluding China and Hong Kong) go to the US, while 16.6% go to China, highlighting the significant trade relationships within the region [12][26] Investment Flows - China accounts for 7.9% of foreign direct investment inflows into Asia (excluding China), with ASEAN economies being particularly reliant on Chinese investment [12][34] - The share of ASEAN in China's outward foreign direct investment has increased from 15% in 2018 to 20% in 2023, indicating growing economic ties [34][38] Supply Chain Implications - The report emphasizes that imposing tariffs on Chinese goods would disrupt the cross-border production networks in Asia, leading to inflation in consumer goods prices [12][30] - China holds a significant share in global exports of key products, such as mobile phones (37%) and computers (37%), meaning tariffs would likely lead to increased prices for these goods in other Asian economies [30][31] Conclusion - The report concludes that Asian economies are unlikely to impose trade and investment barriers against China, as it would severely disrupt their existing business models and economic growth [13][34]

Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly provide an investment rating for the industry or US equities Core Insights - Recent declines in US stocks, bonds, and the dollar have raised concerns about foreign investor selling, with an estimated $60 billion in US stocks sold since March 2025 [2][3] - Foreign investors held a record 18% ($17 trillion) of US equities at the start of 2025, indicating a significant potential for further selling [4][5] - Historical data shows that previous episodes of foreign selling have lasted an average of 11 months and accounted for approximately 0.6% of US equity market cap, translating to about $300 billion today [2][15] Summary by Sections Foreign Investor Activity - High-frequency fund flow data indicates that European investors have primarily driven the recent selling of US equities, while other regions have continued to buy [11][21] - The recent episode of foreign selling is shorter and shallower compared to historical averages, with only $63 billion sold over the last two months [15][21] Market Performance - Since early April 2025, the S&P 500 has declined by 4%, the trade-weighted US dollar has fallen by 3%, and the 30-year US Treasury yield has increased by 18 basis points [3][9] - In contrast to past episodes of foreign selling, where US stock prices generally continued to rise, the current situation has seen a decline in both stock prices and the dollar [16][21] Historical Context - The report highlights that in previous instances of foreign selling, the S&P 500 rose in 7 out of 10 episodes, while the dollar typically appreciated by an average of 5% [16][21] - The most recent significant foreign selling occurred from mid-2023 to early 2024, totaling $260 billion, which contrasts with the current estimated selling of $63 billion [15][21]

Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly state an investment rating for the industry [2]. Core Insights - The report highlights that China achieved a growth target of "around 5%" in 2024, with 70% of this growth driven by exports and export-related manufacturing investment [7]. - For 2025, the report anticipates a decline in real GDP growth to 4.0%, influenced by elevated US tariffs on Chinese goods, which are expected to impose a 2.2 percentage point drag on GDP growth [10][20]. - The report expresses caution regarding medium- to long-term GDP growth in China due to challenges related to demographics, debt, and de-risking, although there are moderate upside risks from faster AI adoption [9]. Summary by Sections Economic Forecasts - The report provides a detailed forecast for China's GDP growth, projecting 5.0% for 2024 and 4.0% for 2025, with a further decline to 3.5% in 2026 [15]. - It notes that domestic demand is expected to contribute positively, with consumption growth projected at 5.3% in 2025 [11]. Tariff Impact - The report indicates that the effective US tariff rate on China has reached 107%, significantly affecting trade dynamics and economic growth [20]. - It emphasizes that the ongoing policy easing in China may not fully offset the negative impacts of these tariffs [12]. Policy Measures - The report outlines expected policy measures, including further monetary easing and fiscal stimulus, to support economic growth amid external pressures [31]. - It anticipates an increase in the augmented fiscal deficit to 14.5% of GDP in 2025, up from 10.4% in 2024 [33]. Sectoral Insights - The report discusses the property sector, noting that construction activity has sharply contracted compared to previous peaks, raising questions about the sustainability of any recovery [52][56]. - It also highlights that high-tech manufacturing has been a stable growth driver over the past decade, with expectations that these sectors will continue to outperform broader manufacturing [80][84].