Report Summary 1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Viewpoints - Pay attention to price fluctuations in the agricultural and black upstream sectors, and technological development in the agricultural midstream [1]. - Keep an eye on the promotion of elderly - care service - related products [1]. 3. Summary by Related Catalogs 3.1 Mid - level Event Overview - **Production Industry**: Sichuan has drafted measures to promote the high - quality development of animal husbandry, including supporting leading livestock enterprises and promoting the transformation and upgrading of pig slaughtering [1]. - **Service Industry**: As of April, there were 216,000 types of age - friendly products in the market, with 28,700 new varieties, especially in assistive walking products and daily - life aids [1]. 3.2 Industry Overview - **Upstream**: The prices of natural rubber, eggs, and glass have declined [1][2]. - **Midstream**: The PTA and asphalt开工率 have increased, while the PX开工率 has decreased [3]. - **Downstream**: The sales of first - tier city commercial housing have declined seasonally, and the number of international and domestic flights has decreased cyclically [3]. - **Market Pricing**: The credit spread of the pharmaceutical and biological industry has slightly declined [4]. 3.3 Industry Credit Spread Tracking - The credit spreads of multiple industries, such as agriculture, forestry, animal husbandry and fishery, mining, and chemical industry, have changed. For example, the credit spread of the agriculture, forestry, animal husbandry and fishery industry decreased from 62.07 last week to 58.65 this week [50]. 3.4 Key Industry Price Index Tracking - Various industries' price indicators have different trends. For example, the spot price of corn decreased by 0.25% year - on - year, and the spot price of natural rubber decreased by 4.07% year - on - year [51].

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Overweight" rating for the steel and non-ferrous metals sectors [5]. Core Insights - The report highlights that the aluminum oxide price has reached a two-month high, indicating potential upward trends in metal prices [1][2]. - The construction and real estate sectors are experiencing significant declines, with new construction area down by 23.80% year-on-year from January to April 2025 [1][24]. - The report notes a strong correlation between liquidity indicators and stock market performance, particularly the M1 and M2 growth rate differential [11][20]. Liquidity Analysis - The M1 and M2 growth rate differential was -6.5 percentage points in April 2025, a decrease of 1.10 percentage points month-on-month [11][20]. - The BCI small and medium enterprise financing environment index for May 2025 is at 49.09, up 2.20% from the previous month [11][20]. - The London gold spot price increased by 4.86% week-on-week [11]. Infrastructure and Real Estate Chain - The cumulative year-on-year new construction area for national real estate from January to April 2025 is down 23.80% [1][24]. - The national real estate sales area for the same period is down 2.80% year-on-year, with a slight improvement of 0.2 percentage points from the previous month [24]. - The report indicates that the national cement price index has decreased by 2.07% week-on-week, reflecting pressures in the construction materials market [62]. Industrial Chain Insights - The report notes that the operating rate for semi-steel tires is at a five-year high, indicating robust demand in the industrial sector [2][72]. - The price of tungsten concentrate has reached its highest level since 2011, while aluminum oxide prices have also hit a two-month high [2][2]. - The report provides insights into various commodity price movements, including a 0.84% increase in aluminum prices and a 0.88% decrease in copper prices [2][9]. Valuation Metrics - The report states that the PB ratio for the steel sector relative to the broader market is currently at 0.53, with historical highs reaching 0.82 [4]. - The report suggests that the profitability of the steel sector is expected to recover to historical average levels, driven by regulatory changes and market dynamics [4]. Export Chain Analysis - The new export orders PMI for China in April 2025 is at 44.70%, down 4.3 percentage points month-on-month, indicating weakening export demand [3][3]. - The report highlights that the CCFI composite index for container shipping rates has increased by 0.23% week-on-week, reflecting some resilience in logistics [3].

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the article highlights a period of tariff easing, leading to a rebound in exports while domestic demand shows increasing divergence [1] Group 2 - High-frequency data indicates a mixed performance in consumption, with strong automobile sales [1] - Investment in infrastructure is accelerating, while real estate sales show marginal improvement amidst a sluggish land market [1] - Exports are rebounding rapidly, supported by resilient overseas demand, with port data and export freight rates rising quickly due to concentrated shipments from previously accumulated inventories [1] Group 3 - Production is exhibiting a trend of industry divergence, with a rebound in the photovoltaic production index, while the operating rates in sectors like steel and petrochemicals are declining [1] - Coal inventories are decreasing from high levels, and there is an accelerated reduction in steel inventories [1] Group 4 - Price performance is generally subdued, with most high-frequency indicators related to CPI and PPI showing a downward trend [1] - In terms of liquidity, the US dollar index has significantly declined, while the Chinese yuan continues to appreciate [1]

Macro - Export has rebounded while domestic demand shows divergence, with strong automobile sales and accelerated infrastructure investment, but real estate sales are marginally improving amidst a sluggish land market [1] - High-frequency data indicates a rapid rebound in imports and exports, supported by resilient overseas demand and a recovery in port data and export freight rates due to concentrated shipments from previously accumulated inventories [1] - Production is exhibiting industry-specific trends, with a rebound in the photovoltaic production index, while the operating rates in sectors like steel and petrochemicals are declining [1] - Coal inventories are decreasing from high levels, and steel inventories are being reduced at an accelerated pace [1] - Price performance is generally moderate, with most high-frequency indicators for CPI and PPI trending downwards [1] - The liquidity environment is characterized by a significant drop in the US dollar index and a continuous appreciation of the Chinese yuan [1] Overseas Strategy - The article reviews the asset price movements during four periods of trade friction easing between the US and China from 2018 to 2019, highlighting the uncertainty surrounding trade negotiations [3][4] - Each easing period had varying durations and was often interrupted by unilateral actions from the US, indicating the unpredictable nature of trade negotiations [3] - The first easing period in May 2018 lasted only 10 days, with US stock performance showing volatility, while Chinese A-shares faced downward pressure due to dual challenges from tariffs and financial deleveraging [4] - The December 2018 easing lasted over four months, during which A-shares and Hong Kong stocks briefly rebounded before declining again, while US stocks benefited from rising expectations of Federal Reserve rate cuts [4] - The June 2019 easing lasted about one month, with A-shares initially rising but later experiencing declines due to renewed trade tensions [4] - The October 2019 easing saw a significant initial rise in both US and Chinese stock markets, but subsequent performance diverged [4] Industry - The article discusses the significance of tritium as a fuel for nuclear fusion, highlighting recent policy shifts in the US and Germany towards advanced nuclear technologies [8] - Tritium is described as a scarce resource necessary for nuclear fusion, contrasting with uranium, which is mined [8] - The fusion reaction involves deuterium and tritium, releasing energy and neutrons, with deuterium being abundant and sourced from seawater, while tritium must be artificially produced [8] - The process of generating tritium involves neutron multiplication using beryllium spheres and subsequent reactions with lithium, emphasizing the importance of tritium factories for recovery and purification [8]

Core Viewpoint - The implementation of the "Private Economy Promotion Law" marks a new phase of legal and institutional support for the development of the private economy in China, enhancing the role of private enterprises in driving innovation and economic transformation [1] Group 1: Policy Support and Framework - The law encourages private enterprises to participate in major national technology strategies, planning, and policy-making, providing a stronger institutional framework for their involvement in national scientific research projects [1] - The government aims to create a more favorable environment for private enterprises to engage in significant projects, with ongoing improvements in market access and the reduction of hidden barriers in government procurement and bidding processes [2][3] Group 2: Participation in Major Projects - Private enterprises have shown an increased bidding success rate, with a 5 percentage point year-on-year increase in the first four months of the year, and over 80% of projects under 10 million yuan being won by private firms [2] - The government is launching approximately 3 trillion yuan worth of quality projects in key sectors such as transportation, energy, and urban infrastructure, promoting fair access for various business entities [3] Group 3: Financial Support and Challenges - Despite improvements, private enterprises still face challenges in financing, with high costs and limited access to funding channels [3] - The government has introduced policies to enhance credit support for private enterprises, including a guarantee plan for loans to technology-driven and specialized small and medium-sized enterprises [3][4] Group 4: Future Outlook - The establishment of a collaborative policy system combining legal protection, policy optimization, and targeted support is expected to facilitate the long-term participation of private enterprises in national projects [4] - Private enterprises are encouraged to seize opportunities for transformation and upgrade their capabilities to enhance their resilience and contribute to China's modernization efforts [4]

Consumption - Auto consumption shows significant improvement with a notable increase in wholesale and retail sales, leading to a strong performance in this sector[9] - Service consumption experiences fluctuations due to holidays but shows a marginal improvement overall[49] Investment - Infrastructure bond issuance accelerates, with a total of CNY 1.37 trillion issued as of May 11, 2025, including CNY 177.6 billion in the first ten days of May[16] - Real estate market remains under pressure, with new home transaction area in 30 cities dropping from a year-on-year growth of 10.6% to 1.2%[16] Trade - Vietnam's exports grow by 21.0% year-on-year in April, driven by re-export and transshipment activities[21] - Domestic port operations slow down, with a decline in the number of ships docking and departing from major ports[21] Production - Overall production indicators show a marginal decline, particularly in power generation, steel, petrochemicals, and automotive sectors[28] - Coal consumption for power generation experiences a seasonal decline, indicating a potential short-term reduction in industrial electricity usage[28] Inventory and Prices - Industrial inventories, except for cement, are generally on the rise, with coal inventories nearing historical highs[38] - Consumer prices (CPI) show a marginal increase, while industrial prices (PPI) decline, reflecting a mixed pricing environment[43]

Consumption - Automotive consumption remains high, with wholesale and retail sales showing a slight decline due to seasonal factors, but the four-week average year-on-year growth rate remains stable[4] - Service consumption is relatively flat, with urban congestion indices decreasing and subway passenger flow rebounding, although overall numbers are slightly down year-on-year[4] Investment - Infrastructure investment is accelerating, with special bond issuance reaching CNY 1.48 trillion as of May 18, 2025, and CNY 285.2 billion issued in the first 18 days of May[11] - Real estate transactions in 30 cities show a seasonal rebound but year-on-year growth has dropped from 6.3% to -15.0%[14] Trade and Port Operations - Import and export activities have rebounded due to tariff adjustments, with port operations improving and the number of ships docking at ports increasing significantly[17] - Export freight rates have seen a notable increase, with Shanghai and Ningbo export rates rising by 10.0% and 6.5% respectively[17] Production - Power generation coal consumption has rebounded, indicating marginal recovery in production, with some industries showing improved operating rates[19] - The steel and petrochemical sectors have seen slight improvements in operating rates, although some areas still face year-on-year declines[20] Inventory and Prices - Most inventories have decreased, except for coal and cement, which have seen increases, with coal inventories reaching historical highs[32] - Consumer Price Index (CPI) has decreased while Producer Price Index (PPI) has increased, indicating a stabilization in industrial product prices overall[34] Currency and Liquidity - The Chinese Yuan has appreciated to 7.20 against the US dollar, with the dollar index rising by 56 basis points due to favorable US economic data[39] - Funding rates have slightly increased, with R007 and DR007 rising by 5 and 10 basis points respectively[36]

Economic Growth Forecast - The GDP growth rate for Q2 is expected to be around 5.2%, with the first half of the year projected at approximately 5.3%[2] - Monthly GDP growth rates for April and May are estimated at 5.4% and 5.3%, respectively, aligning with demand-side predictions[2] Export and Trade Dynamics - Exports are anticipated to achieve a growth rate of 3%-5% in Q2, driven by "grabbing exports" and "grabbing trans-exports" despite high base effects[2][23] - The easing of trade frictions is expected to enhance export performance, making the real economic fundamentals more noteworthy in Q2[4] Consumer Spending Insights - Retail sales growth for the first four months of the year is at 4.7%, with "trade-in" consumption categories showing a 7.2% increase, contributing approximately 1.1 percentage points to overall retail growth[5] - The impact of "trade-in" policies is projected to support retail sales growth at around 4.5%-5% in Q2, with final consumption growth estimated at about 4.3%[20] Real Estate Market Trends - Real estate sales are facing downward pressure as the effects of the 924 policy diminish, with a 1-4 month cumulative decline in new housing sales area of -2.8% compared to -17.1% in the previous year[14] - The second-hand housing market showed a significant increase of 21.1% in transaction area from October 2024 to March 2025, but recent data indicates a cooling trend[14] Investment and Policy Implications - Fixed asset investment growth is expected to stabilize around 4%, supported by equipment updates and infrastructure projects, with manufacturing and infrastructure investment showing year-on-year increases of 8.8% and 10.9% respectively[23] - The overall economic stability in the first half of the year provides ample room for policy responses to external uncertainties, with sufficient flexibility for incremental policy adjustments in Q3[2][20]

Economic Overview - The macroeconomic environment in April 2025 shows a steady improvement, with industrial production growing robustly and manufacturing investment increasing by 8.8% in the first four months, effectively offsetting a decline in real estate investment, which fell by 10.3%[5] - Social retail sales for January to April increased by 4.7% year-on-year, supported by the effects of trade and tourism[5] - Industrial added value rose by 6.4% year-on-year in the first four months, with strong performance in equipment manufacturing[5] Investment Insights - Fixed asset investment (excluding rural households) grew by 4.0% year-on-year in April, with manufacturing investment at 8.8% and infrastructure investment at 5.8%[22] - The decline in real estate investment is significant, with a cumulative decrease of 10.3% in the first four months, indicating ongoing challenges in the sector[22] Policy and Structural Adjustments - The current low inflation environment necessitates a focus on price recovery, with policies aimed at boosting domestic demand and supporting real estate and consumption sectors[5] - The structural shift towards "manufacturing as a nation" continues to strengthen economic resilience, countering the negative impacts of real estate and consumption on growth[5] Future Outlook - The economy is entering a phase of gradual recovery, with potential turning points in negative narratives observed, suggesting a more optimistic outlook for RMB assets[5] - Risks include potential policy effectiveness falling short of expectations, further declines in real estate, and slower-than-expected implementation of new policies[6]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating - No relevant information provided 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - In the production industry, attention should be paid to the implementation of the "two new" policies. Shanghai has introduced a special action plan to boost consumption, including measures to promote the replacement of old consumer goods, support automobile and home appliance consumption, and offer subsidies for purchasing new digital products [1]. - In the service industry, attention should be paid to the export - related policy restrictions in the logistics industry. The EU plans to charge fees on small parcels entering the EU, most of which are from China [1]. - The prices of some upstream products are fluctuating. Egg prices are oscillating, aluminum prices are rising, while glass and rubber prices are falling in the short - term [2]. - In the mid - stream, the PTA and asphalt开工率 have increased, while the PX开工率 has decreased [3]. - In the downstream, the sales of commercial housing in first - and second - tier cities have seasonally declined to a near - three - year low, and the number of domestic flights has decreased cyclically [4]. - The credit spreads of the pharmaceutical and chemical industries have slightly declined recently [5]. 3. Summary by Related Catalogs 3.1 Upstream - **Agriculture**: Egg prices have been oscillating recently [2]. - **Non - ferrous metals**: Aluminum prices have been rising continuously [2]. - **Black metals**: Glass and rubber prices have declined in the short - term [2]. 3.2 Mid - stream - **Chemical industry**: The PTA开工率 has increased, while the PX开工率 has decreased recently [3]. - **Infrastructure**: The asphalt开工率 has been increasing continuously recently [3]. 3.3 Downstream - **Real estate**: The sales of commercial housing in first - and second - tier cities have seasonally declined and are at a near - three - year low [4]. - **Service industry**: The number of domestic flights has decreased cyclically [4]. 3.4 Market Pricing - The credit spreads of the pharmaceutical and chemical industries have slightly declined recently [5]. 3.5 Industry Credit Spreads - The credit spreads of multiple industries such as agriculture, forestry, animal husbandry and fishery, mining, and chemical industry have changed. For example, the credit spread of the agriculture, forestry, animal husbandry and fishery industry has decreased from 78.86 last week to 63.16 this week [52]. 3.6 Key Industry Price Indicators - The prices of various products in different industries have changed. For example, the spot price of PTA has increased by 1.48% to 4986.3 yuan/ton on May 21, while the spot price of WTI crude oil has decreased by 2.58% to 62.0 dollars/barrel [53].