Economic Overview - In May, the overall economy maintained stable operation, with the macro policy effects such as the "old-for-new" consumption policy continuing to be released, and the export sector showing resilience [1][3] - The total retail sales of consumer goods in May increased by 6.4% year-on-year, accelerating by 1.3 percentage points from the previous month, marking the highest monthly growth rate this year [1][2] Consumption and Retail - The service retail sales from January to May grew by 5.2%, which is a slight acceleration compared to the previous four months, indicating a strong impact from holiday consumption [1][2] - The "618" e-commerce promotion and the "old-for-new" policy contributed to a further acceleration in consumer goods consumption in June [6] Investment and Export - Fixed asset investment (excluding rural households) from January to May grew by 3.7%, a decline of 0.3 percentage points from the previous period, with real estate investment dragging down the overall figure [2][4] - Real estate investment fell by 10.7% year-on-year from January to May, with the decline expanding by 0.4 percentage points compared to the previous period [2] - Manufacturing investment increased by 8.5% and infrastructure investment grew by 5.6% during the same period [2] Trade Performance - In May, exports grew by 4.8% year-on-year, while imports decreased by 3.4%, reflecting the resilience of exports despite a challenging external trade environment [2][3] - Cumulatively, from January to May, exports increased by 6%, while imports fell by 4.9%, indicating a strong export performance driven by "export rush" behaviors [2] Industrial Production - The industrial added value for large-scale enterprises in May increased by 5.8% year-on-year, maintaining a growth rate above 5.5% [4][5] - The service production index grew by 6.2% year-on-year in May, boosted by holiday consumption and a recovery in exports to the U.S. [4] Future Outlook - The chief economist at CITIC Securities highlighted that the "old-for-new" policy has supported the demand for major consumer goods, and further support for rural and lower-tier markets could enhance domestic consumption [6] - The government aims to implement more proactive macro policies to strengthen domestic circulation and promote high-quality economic development [5][6]

Economic Overview - In May, industrial output and service sector growth rates were around 6%, indicating a GDP growth rate of over 5% for Q2 is likely[1] - Consumer retail sales in May showed a year-on-year increase of 6.5%, driven by policies like "trade-in" and the early start of the "618" shopping festival[5] Consumption Trends - The "618" shopping festival's early launch and "trade-in" policies significantly boosted retail sales, with a month-on-month increase of 0.93%[5] - However, the sustainability of consumer growth is uncertain as reliance on policy support may weaken, and there are signs of demand recovery issues[2] Industrial Production - Industrial value-added growth slowed to 5.8% in May, with significant declines in non-metallic and chemical manufacturing sectors[6] - Export delivery value growth for large enterprises dropped sharply from 7.7% in March to 0.6% in May, indicating a more significant impact from tariffs compared to small enterprises[2] Real Estate Market - Real estate investment, sales, and construction area all saw year-on-year declines in May, with first-tier city housing prices also falling[7] - New policies are being implemented to stabilize the market, including the removal of restrictions in key cities[7] Infrastructure Investment - Infrastructure investment growth rates slightly declined, with broad infrastructure growth at 9.2% and narrow infrastructure growth at 5.1% in May[6] - Despite the slowdown, project approvals by the National Development and Reform Commission remain at historically high levels, suggesting ongoing infrastructure investment intentions[4]

Consumption and Retail - In May, the total retail sales of consumer goods increased by 6.4% year-on-year, reaching a new high since 2024, driven primarily by subsidies in home appliances and communications[3] - Home appliance and communication equipment sales grew by 53.0% and 33.0% year-on-year, respectively, with increases of 14.2 and 13.1 percentage points compared to the previous month[3] - Retail sales of essential goods and catering services increased by 9.6%, 5.3%, and 5.9% year-on-year, indicating stable growth in essential and service consumption[3] Investment Trends - Fixed asset investment growth fell to a year-to-date low of 2.7% year-on-year, marking a decline of 0.8 percentage points for the second consecutive month[4] - Real estate development investment decreased by 12.0% year-on-year, with the decline deepening by 0.7 percentage points compared to the previous month, reflecting weak demand and high inventory levels[4] - Infrastructure investment (excluding electricity) dropped to a six-month low of 4.9% year-on-year, down by 0.9 percentage points[4] Real Estate Market - In May, residential sales area saw a year-on-year decline of 4.6%, deepening by 2.2 percentage points, the lowest since October 2024[5] - New housing starts and completions fell by 18.2% and 22.1% year-on-year, respectively, indicating a continued downturn in the real estate sector[5] - The price index for new and second-hand residential properties decreased by 0.2% and 0.5% month-on-month, with first-tier cities experiencing the largest declines[5] Industrial Performance - Industrial added value slightly decreased by 0.3 percentage points to 5.8% year-on-year, with manufacturing down by 0.4 percentage points to 6.2%[5] - Export-oriented industries such as automobiles and electronics maintained growth rates above 10%, with increases of 11.6%, 10.2%, and 11.0% year-on-year[5] Economic Outlook - The report indicates a "two strong, two weak" economic structure, with robust consumer demand and export performance contrasted by weak real estate and traditional infrastructure investment[5] - Anticipated measures include a potential interest rate cut of 10 basis points and an additional 200 billion yuan in consumption subsidies to counteract export decline risks in the second half of the year[5]

Economic Performance - In May, industrial added value increased by 5.8% year-on-year, while the service production index rose by 6.2%[3] - Retail sales grew by 6.4% year-on-year, up 1.3 percentage points from the previous month[3] - Fixed asset investment accumulated a year-on-year growth of 3.7%, down 0.3 percentage points from last month[3] Sector Analysis - Infrastructure and manufacturing investment grew by 10.4% and 8.5% respectively in the first five months of the year[3] - New energy vehicle production surged by 40.8%, while industrial robots increased by 32%[3] - Real estate sales and investment saw declines of -2.9% and -10.7% respectively in the first five months[3] Price Trends - The Producer Price Index (PPI) fell from -2.7% to -3.3% year-on-year, indicating price pressures affecting investment[3] - Consumer Price Index (CPI) showed signs of stabilization, nearing the mid-level of 2022-2024[3] Future Outlook - The economy is expected to meet the annual growth target of around 5%, but structural changes will depend on the evolution of the current economic narratives[3] - Key issues to monitor include the potential overconsumption of durable goods, export growth rates, and the government's policy responses[3]

Core Insights - The report from CITIC Securities indicates a significant recovery in consumption this year, with stable growth in manufacturing and infrastructure investment, and resilient export performance, suggesting a positive shift in the economy's "three drivers" [1] - Economic growth in the second quarter is expected to exceed 5%, laying a solid foundation for achieving the annual target [1] - The new model of real estate development is anticipated to more effectively address structural supply-demand mismatches in the second half of the year [1] - Continued support for foreign trade policies is expected to inject more certainty into the economy amid declining global economic momentum and rising geopolitical and trade uncertainties [1]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Positive" investment rating for the construction and engineering industry [11] Core Insights - The "Two Major" initiatives refer to the implementation of national strategic projects and the construction of key security capabilities, with increased support highlighted in the 2025 government work report [2][5] - The issuance of long-term special bonds is set to reach 1.3 trillion yuan in 2025, an increase of 300 billion yuan from the previous year, with 800 billion yuan specifically allocated for "Two Major" projects [2][24] - The report emphasizes the need for high-quality implementation of "hard investment" projects and the optimization of funding allocation [24] Summary by Sections Funding and Investment - In 2025, the government plans to issue 1.3 trillion yuan in long-term special bonds, with 800 billion yuan dedicated to "Two Major" projects, enhancing project support ratios and optimizing investment directions [2][5][24] - The report outlines that the total investment required for high-standard farmland construction from 2025 to 2030 is approximately 1.05 trillion yuan, with an annual investment of 175 billion yuan [6][36] Key Areas of Focus - High-standard farmland construction aims to reach 13.5 million acres by 2030, requiring significant investment and infrastructure improvements [6][36] - The modernization of large and medium-sized irrigation districts and the construction of major water conservancy projects are prioritized, with a projected increase in irrigated land to 12 million acres by 2035 [6][42] - Underground pipeline construction is projected to create an investment demand of approximately 4 trillion yuan over the next five years, with an annual investment of around 800 billion yuan [7][45] Project Implementation and Opportunities - The report highlights structural opportunities in key regional projects, particularly in the western development areas and significant water conservancy projects [9] - The "Three North" project, focusing on ecological restoration in northern regions, is included in the "Two Major" initiatives, with substantial funding allocated for its ongoing phases [7][47]

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Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Overweight" rating for the steel and non-ferrous metals sectors [6]. Core Insights - In late May, the average daily crude steel output of key steel enterprises reached a four-month low, indicating a potential downturn in production [2][45]. - The financing environment index for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in May 2025 was 49.09, reflecting a month-on-month increase of 2.20%, suggesting slight improvement in liquidity conditions [12][22]. - The report highlights a correlation between M1 and M2 growth rates and the Shanghai Composite Index, with the M1-M2 growth rate difference showing a positive trend [12][22]. Summary by Sections Liquidity - The BCI SME financing environment index for May 2025 is 49.09, up 2.20% month-on-month [12]. - The M1 and M2 growth rate difference was -6.5 percentage points in April 2025, with a month-on-month increase of 1.1 percentage points [12][22]. - London gold prices increased by 0.64% compared to the previous week [12]. Infrastructure and Real Estate Chain - The average daily crude steel output for key enterprises in late May was 2.091 million tons, marking a 4.91% decrease from April [2][45]. - The national capacity utilization rate for blast furnaces was 90.65%, down 0.04 percentage points [45]. - The cement price index decreased by 1.44% this week, while the average price of rebar increased by 0.32% [2][64]. Industrial Products Chain - The operating rate for semi-steel tires was 73.86%, down 4.39 percentage points [2]. - The prices of major commodities showed mixed results, with cold-rolled steel down 0.81% and copper up 0.87% [2]. Export Chain - The new export orders PMI for China in May 2025 was 47.50%, an increase of 2.8 percentage points month-on-month [4]. - The CCFI comprehensive index for container shipping rates was 1154.98 points, up 3.34% from the previous week [4]. Valuation Metrics - The Shanghai Composite Index increased by 0.88%, with the industrial metals sector performing best at +3.24% [4]. - The PB ratio for the steel sector relative to the Shanghai Composite is currently at 0.51, with a historical high of 0.82 [4]. Investment Recommendations - The report suggests that the profitability of the steel sector is expected to recover to historical average levels following the recent revisions to the steel industry standards [5].

Economic Indicators - As of June 8, 2025, the ECI supply index is at 50.19%, down 0.01 percentage points from last week, while the demand index is at 49.92%, also down 0.01 percentage points[6] - The ECI investment index is at 49.98%, up 0.02 percentage points from last week, while the consumption index is at 49.73%, down 0.04 percentage points[6] - The ELI index is at -1.04%, down 0.17 percentage points from last week, indicating a slight decrease in liquidity in the economy[11] Financing and Social Financing - In May 2025, new loans are expected to be between 700 billion and 800 billion RMB, slightly lower than the same period last year by 0.25 to 0.15 trillion RMB[13] - Government bond financing in May reached 1.49 trillion RMB, an increase of 0.17 trillion RMB compared to the same period last year[13] - The total social financing scale is expected to increase by 2.2 to 2.5 trillion RMB in May, with a projected growth rate of 8.8% for April 2025 due to a low base effect from last year[13] Industrial Production and Investment - The operating rate for major industries has shown a seasonal decline, but remains better than the same period last year, reflecting reduced tariff impacts[7] - Infrastructure investment continues to recover, with the operating rate for asphalt plants at 31.30%, up 3.60 percentage points from last year[26] - The sales area of commercial housing in major cities has decreased by 22.5% year-on-year in the first week of June[7] Export and Trade - The Shanghai container freight index increased by 167.64 points to 2240.35 points, indicating improved shipping demand[32] - The Baltic Dry Index rose by 177.50 points to 1520.00 points, reflecting a recovery in maritime trade[32] - South Korea's export growth rate fell to -1.30%, a decline of 5.00 percentage points from April[32] Risks and Policy Outlook - Uncertainties remain regarding U.S. tariff policies and the potential for policy measures to fall short of market expectations[48] - The sustainability of improvements in the real estate market is still under observation[48]