Group 1 - The report highlights that in the first half of 2025, China's CPI averaged -0.1% year-on-year, and PPI averaged -2.8%, indicating a downward trend compared to the second half of 2024 [3][19] - The report emphasizes that while China is not in a "deflation" situation, the low interest rate and low price environment necessitates analyzing how other economies have responded to deflationary pressures [19][4] - The report outlines that deflation is characterized by a continuous decline in money supply and prices, leading to economic recession, and is self-reinforcing through a "debt-deflation" cycle [20][21] Group 2 - The report discusses Japan's response to deflation from 1999 to 2003, where it implemented large-scale fiscal expansion and introduced a 2% inflation target alongside quantitative easing [26][29] - The report also details the U.S. response during the 2008 financial crisis, which included aggressive monetary policy easing and fiscal measures such as tax rebates and support for struggling companies [47][57] - The report predicts that China's inflation may see a mild recovery in the second half of 2025, while PPI is expected to remain low but with a narrowing decline [4][8] Group 3 - The report analyzes the structure of CPI, noting that high-weight categories such as food and housing are experiencing price declines, which significantly suppresses overall CPI [5][80] - It highlights that the PPI structure shows a significant impact from production materials, which account for approximately 75.34% of PPI, with energy and raw materials experiencing substantial price drops [4][85] - The report indicates that despite policies aimed at stimulating consumption, the transmission of these policies to price increases has been limited due to structural issues in the economy [74][84]

Group 1 - The recent trade agreements between the US and Japan, as well as the Philippines and Indonesia, outline new tariff structures, with Japan facing a 15% tariff on imports, particularly automobiles, which are a significant part of the US-Japan trade deficit [1][2] - The agreements indicate a shift towards a new normal in tariff levels, with 10% becoming the new baseline for zero tariffs, and the potential for other countries to adopt similar rates [1][3] - The agreements have led to a positive reaction in Asian stock markets, with significant gains observed, particularly in Japan's Nikkei 225 index, which rose by 3.2% [2] Group 2 - Despite the agreements providing some relief, key issues remain unresolved, particularly regarding potential tariffs on semiconductors and pharmaceuticals, which are critical for economies like Taiwan and India [2][3] - The uncertainty surrounding tariffs has been more detrimental to investment than the tariffs themselves, with the ASEAN manufacturing sector showing signs of significant weakness, including a drop in new orders and increased layoffs [3] - The anticipated increase in tariffs may lead to inflationary pressures in the US economy, with Goldman Sachs economists predicting a rise in the baseline tariff rate from 10% to 15% [4]

Report Industry Investment Ratings No investment ratings for the industry are provided in the report. Core Views The report presents the price trends and outlooks for various commodities on July 23, 2025. Different commodities are expected to have different trends, including upward, downward, and sideways movements, influenced by factors such as macro - economic conditions, supply - demand relationships, and policy expectations [2][4]. Summary by Commodity Precious Metals - **Gold**: Expected to move upward in a sideways manner, with a trend strength of 1 [2][7][8]. - **Silver**: Expected to break through and move upward, with a trend strength of 1 [2][7][8]. Base Metals - **Copper**: Domestic spot prices are firm, providing support for the price, with a trend strength of 1 [2][10][12]. - **Zinc**: Expected to have small - scale sideways movements, with a trend strength of 0 [2][13][14]. - **Lead**: There are still expected supply - demand contradictions, and the price has support, with a trend strength of 0 [2][16][17]. - **Tin**: The price is weakening, with a trend strength of - 1 [2][19][22]. - **Aluminum**: Expected to move sideways within a range, with a trend strength of 0; Alumina is expected to move upward in a sideways manner, with a trend strength of 1; Cast aluminum alloy follows the trend of electrolytic aluminum, with a trend strength of 0 [2][23][25]. - **Nickel**: Macro - economic sentiment boosts expectations, but reality limits the upside potential, with a trend strength of 0; Stainless steel is mainly influenced by macro - economic sentiment at the margin, and fundamentals determine the upside potential, with a trend strength of 0 [2][26][30]. Energy and Chemicals - **Carbonate Lithium**: The commodity sentiment is positive, and it is expected to move strongly in a sideways manner, with a trend strength of 1 [2][31][33]. - **Industrial Silicon**: Market sentiment is high, and attention should be paid to the risk of reaching the daily limit; the trend strength is 2. - **Polysilicon**: Policy expectations are getting stronger, and the price is unlikely to fall, with a trend strength of 1 [2][34][36]. - **Iron Ore**: Supported by macro - economic expectations, it is expected to move strongly in a sideways manner, with a trend strength of 0 [2][37]. - **Rebar and Hot - Rolled Coil**: Driven by macro - economic sentiment, they are expected to move strongly in a sideways manner, with a trend strength of 1 for both [2][41][44]. - **Silicon Ferrosilicon and Manganese Silico - Manganese**: Driven by the macro - economic market, they are expected to move strongly in a sideways manner, with a trend strength of 1 for both [2][46][48]. - **Coke**: The second - round price increase has been implemented, and it is expected to move strongly in a sideways manner, with a trend strength of 1; Coking coal is restricted by supply - policy expectations, and it is expected to move strongly in a sideways manner, with a trend strength of 1 [2][50][52]. - **Steam Coal**: Daily consumption is recovering, and the price is expected to stabilize in a sideways manner, with a trend strength of 0 [2][54][57]. Agricultural and Livestock Products - **Palm Oil**: Boosted by macro - economic factors, but caution should be exercised regarding sentiment reversal. - **Soybean Oil**: Follows the trend of the oilseed sector but is relatively weak among varieties. - **Soybean Meal**: Market sentiment is strong, and the price is expected to move strongly in a sideways manner. - **Soybean No. 1**: Technically, it is expected to move strongly in a sideways manner. - **Corn**: Expected to move sideways. - **Sugar**: Expected to have narrow - range consolidation. - **Cotton**: Attention should be paid to changes in market sentiment. - **Egg**: The peak season arrives first, and the sentiment for culling hens decreases. - **Live Pig**: Macro - economic sentiment is strong, waiting for verification at the end of the month. - **Peanut**: Expected to move sideways [4]. Others - **Log**: Expected to have repeated sideways movements [2][58].

前言 欧盟原本盘算着，只要再咬咬牙接受美国10%的关税，谈判桌上还能有个说话的份儿。 哪知道美国人胃口大得没边，张口就要15%甚至更高，连德国人的命根子汽车业都不放过。 这回，连最能忍的德国都炸了：想打仗？那就来！ 这一切要从上周那场90分钟的关键会议说起。 德国官员原本还抱着最后一丝幻想，觉得特朗普那封30%关税威胁信不过是谈判桌上的讨价还价。 结果美国商务部长卢特尼克在电话里的话，像一盆冷水浇在德国人头上："15%是底线，汽车业一分钱 都别想少。" 那一刻，连德国最温和的官员都明白了一个道理。 妥协换不来尊重，只会招来更大的胃口。 一位参与会议的德国官员后来回忆说，会议室里的气氛瞬间变了，"大家脸上的表情从期待变成了愤 怒。" 90分钟，德国从"求和"到"宣战" 德国经济部长更是拍案而起："我们不是谁都能欺负的！"就在这90分钟里，德国的对美政策发生了180 度的根本转变。 从此前的"能忍则忍，能让则让"，变成了"针锋相对，寸土不让"。那句震撼世界的狠话就是在这种背景 下说出来的。 "所有选项都摆在桌面上，如果美国想要战争，他们会得偿所愿。"德国人用的是"战争"这个词，虽然指 的是贸易战，但这个词从德国官 ...

Group 1 - Brazil's government expressed strong outrage against the U.S. for imposing a 50% tariff on its imports, highlighting the potential negative impact on both economies and their long-standing trade relationship [1][3] - The Brazilian government has been willing to engage in sincere dialogue with the U.S. to seek alternative solutions for improving bilateral trade since the announcement of the tariffs [3] - Brazil's fishing industry announced a suspension of exports to the U.S. in response to the tariffs, with approximately 70% of its fishery products being sent to the U.S. [5][7] Group 2 - The Brazilian beef export sector is also affected, with some processing plants halting exports to the U.S. and around 30,000 tons of beef valued at $160 million uncertain for entry into the U.S. market [7] - The Brazilian government is advising exporters to pressure U.S. buyers and explore alternative markets, although no specific compensation measures have been proposed [5][7] - The fishing industry faces significant challenges, with over 1,000 tons of fish products worth approximately $50 million currently in cold storage and up to 3,500 fishing vessels potentially ceasing operations [7]

Group 1 - The U.S. is set to increase import tariffs on August 1, with specific rates of 25% on Japan and 50% on Brazil, reflecting President Trump's dissatisfaction with Brazil's trade practices [1][2] - Since April 9, most U.S. trading partners have faced a 10% tariff, while Canada and Mexico have been subjected to a 25% tariff, although certain goods under the USMCA are exempt [2] - The Trump administration has implemented sector-specific tariffs, including a 50% import tax on steel and aluminum, and a 25% tariff on automobiles and most auto parts, with plans to extend tariffs to other industries such as semiconductors and pharmaceuticals [2] Group 2 - Treasury Secretary Mnuchin emphasized the importance of achieving a high-quality trade agreement over adhering to the August 1 deadline, suggesting that negotiations could continue post-deadline [1] - Commerce Secretary Lutnick described August 1 as a hard deadline for countries to start paying tariffs, indicating that negotiations could still occur after this date [1] - Following the announcement, U.S. stock markets saw a slight increase, with the Nasdaq and S&P 500 indices reaching new historical highs [1]

Report Industry Investment Ratings There is no information about the report industry investment ratings in the provided content. Core Views of the Report - The short - term gold price is in a volatile state, and the dollar index is expected to weaken in the short term. The stock market needs to observe the Politburo meeting's positioning of the domestic economy and forward - looking policies. The CBOT soybeans rose due to private sales and the Indonesia - US agreement, and the market is concerned about US tariff policies. Various commodities have different price trends and influencing factors, such as steel prices oscillating weakly, coal prices remaining seasonally strong, and copper prices potentially under short - term pressure [11][15][18][25]. Summary According to Relevant Catalogs 1. Financial News and Reviews 1.1 Macro Strategy (Gold) - US June PPI annual rate was 2.3%, the lowest since September 2024, and the monthly rate was 0%. Gold fluctuated sharply due to the news of Trump potentially firing Powell. The fundamentals lack positive factors for gold, and the short - term gold price is in a volatile range. Investment advice is that the short - term gold price will oscillate with increased volatility [10][11][12]. 1.2 Macro Strategy (Foreign Exchange Futures - Dollar Index) - Fed officials believe the current restrictive monetary policy is appropriate. The Fed's Beige Book shows a slight economic uptick with high uncertainty. Trump denied firing Powell, but the dollar index is expected to weaken in the short term [13][15][16]. 1.3 Macro Strategy (Stock Index Futures) - The State Council executive meeting studied policies to strengthen the domestic cycle. On July 17, the stock market was flat at a high level with low trading volume. The market needs to observe the Politburo meeting's stance. Investment advice is to allocate stock indices evenly [18][19]. 1.4 Macro Strategy (US Stock Index Futures) - US banks' performance grew steadily, but the investment banking business was under short - term pressure. The Fed's Beige Book showed a slight economic increase. The market's risk appetite is supported, but risks from Trump's policies exist. The stock index is expected to oscillate, and investors should control their positions carefully [20][22][23]. 2. Commodity News and Reviews 2.1 Agricultural Products (Soybean Meal) - Private exporters sold 120,000 tons of soybeans, and Indonesia will buy $4.5 billion of US agricultural products, causing CBOT soybeans to rise. The market is concerned about US tariff policies. The domestic and foreign futures prices are oscillating, and the market should monitor US soybean production area weather and tariff policies [24][25][26]. 2.2 Ferrous Metals (Rebar/Hot - Rolled Coil) - The steel price is oscillating weakly. The probability of over - expected policy stimulus is low. The steel price is expected to oscillate in the short term. Investment advice is to use a rebound hedging strategy for the spot market [27][28][29]. 2.3 Ferrous Metals (Steam Coal) - High - temperature weather supports coal consumption, and the coal price is expected to remain seasonally strong [30]. 2.4 Ferrous Metals (Iron Ore) - The iron ore price is oscillating at a high level. The supply is not expected to increase significantly this year, and the demand is under pressure. The price is difficult to break through the $100 resistance level [31][32]. 2.5 Non - Ferrous Metals (Lead) - The Middle East will impose tariffs on Chinese lead - acid battery enterprises. The lead price is falling, but the price center of Shanghai lead is expected to rise. Investment advice includes looking for short - term buying opportunities and considering internal - external inverse arbitrage [33][34][35]. 2.6 Non - Ferrous Metals (Zinc) - Vedanta's zinc concentrate production increased in Q2 2025. The zinc price oscillated widely. The zinc market is under pressure, and investment advice includes short - term short - selling, positive arbitrage in the long - term month spread, and internal - external positive arbitrage [36][38]. 2.7 Non - Ferrous Metals (Lithium Carbonate) - Zimbabwe plans to build a lithium ore processing plant. The supply side of lithium carbonate has uncertainties. The price is expected to be strongly oscillating in the short term. Investment advice is to look for short - term long - buying and positive arbitrage opportunities [39][40]. 2.8 Non - Ferrous Metals (Copper) - Kazakhstan will restrict non - ferrous metal exports and resume gallium production. The copper price may be under short - term pressure. Investment advice is to take a bearish approach for single - side trading and wait and see for arbitrage [41][45]. 2.9 Non - Ferrous Metals (Nickel) - Indonesia will shorten the mining quota period from 2026. The nickel price is expected to oscillate at a low level in the short term and decline in the medium term. Investment advice is to look for short - selling opportunities [46][47]. 2.10 Energy and Chemicals (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) - The PDH unit of Guoheng stopped due to a malfunction. US C3 inventory increased, and the domestic market is weakly oscillating with insufficient upward momentum [48][49][50]. 2.11 Energy and Chemicals (Crude Oil) - EIA commercial crude oil inventory decreased, but gasoline and refined oil inventories increased. The oil price fell slightly. The short - term oil price is expected to oscillate [51][52][53]. 2.12 Energy and Chemicals (Caustic Soda) - The price of caustic soda in Shandong remained stable. The supply increased, and the demand was good. It is difficult for the price to continue rising [54][55]. 2.13 Energy and Chemicals (Pulp) - The price of imported wood pulp is weakening. The upward space of the pulp price is limited [56]. 2.14 Energy and Chemicals (PVC) - The price of PVC powder decreased. The PVC market followed the rebound but has limited upward potential due to inventory changes [57][58]. 2.15 Energy and Chemicals (Bottle Chips) - Bottle chip factories are implementing production cuts. The supply pressure will be relieved, and investors can look for opportunities to expand processing fees [59][60]. 2.16 Energy and Chemicals (Soda Ash) - The soda ash market is weakly stable. The supply is high, and the demand is average. Investment advice is to short - sell at high prices in the medium term [61]. 2.17 Energy and Chemicals (Float Glass) - The price of float glass decreased slightly. The glass market is weak, and investment advice includes considering cross - variety arbitrage [62][63]. 2.18 Shipping Index (Container Freight Rates) - The Port of Long Beach will expand. The freight rate of the European line's 10 - contract retreated after rising. The 08 - contract's oscillation range moved up, but there are potential negative factors [64][65].

Core Viewpoint - The European Union (EU) is facing a critical situation due to the announcement of a 30% tariff on EU exports by U.S. President Trump, which could have disastrous economic impacts on the EU if negotiations do not yield a better agreement before the August 1 deadline [1][6][11]. Group 1: Economic Impact - The proposed tariffs could lead to shortages or price increases for imported goods in the U.S., particularly affecting products like wine, cheese, and pasta, primarily sourced from France [6]. - The French food industry is expected to suffer a "disastrous" impact from the 30% tariff, as stated by the president of the French National Food Industry Association [6]. - The German Industrial Association has expressed that the tariff escalation threatens global employment and investment, with German companies already incurring billions in additional costs [11]. Group 2: EU Response and Strategy - The EU is preparing to negotiate with the U.S. while also being ready to defend its interests through potential countermeasures [15][19]. - There is a lack of consensus among major EU economies like France, Germany, and Italy regarding the approach to the U.S. tariffs, with some advocating for strong responses while others prefer negotiation [12][13]. - The EU has delayed the implementation of retaliatory tariffs worth €21 billion until August 1 to allow for negotiation time, while also preparing a second list of tariffs on U.S. products valued at €72 billion [22][25]. Group 3: Trade Relations and Future Outlook - The EU's trade relations with the U.S. are at a crossroads, with increasing pressure to adopt a more assertive stance against U.S. tariffs [19][21]. - The EU is considering a range of products for potential tariffs, including aircraft, machinery, and automotive parts, to ensure a balanced competitive environment [25]. - The ongoing geopolitical uncertainties and rising protectionism necessitate that the EU accelerates bilateral trade negotiations with other partners [18].

Inflation Overview - In June, the U.S. CPI increased by 2.7% year-on-year, up from 2.4% in May and slightly above the market expectation of 2.6%[6] - The core CPI rose by 0.1 percentage points to 2.9%, aligning with market expectations[6] Core CPI Analysis - The month-on-month CPI growth rose by 0.2 percentage points to 0.3%, matching market expectations, while the core CPI increased by 0.2%, slightly below the expected 0.3%[10] - Energy prices were the main driver of the inflation increase, with energy inflation rising by 1.9 percentage points to 1.0% month-on-month[13] Tariff Impact on Core Goods - The impact of tariffs on core goods is beginning to show, with notable month-on-month increases in clothing (0.9 percentage points) and furniture (0.6 percentage points) prices[14] - However, inflation in automobiles and pharmaceuticals showed weakness, with respective month-on-month declines of 0.5% and 0.3%[15] Core Services Performance - Core services, particularly medical and transportation services, showed strong inflation performance, with airfares increasing by 2.6 percentage points month-on-month[20] - The housing component saw a decline in growth, primarily due to a significant drop in hotel accommodation prices, which fell by 2.8 percentage points to -2.9%[20] Future Outlook - Inflation is expected to continue its moderate rise, with tariffs likely to exert further pressure on consumer prices in the coming months[24] - The average tariff rate on U.S. imports was approximately 8.7% in May, reflecting a 6.5 percentage point increase from the end of 2024[24] Federal Reserve Stance - Given the current economic conditions and the gradual transmission of tariff pressures, the Federal Reserve is likely to maintain a wait-and-see approach, making it difficult to lower interest rates in the short term[25]

Economic Overview - In June, the actual GDP growth for Q2 was 5.2%, aligning with market expectations, while nominal GDP growth slowed by 0.7 percentage points to approximately 3.9%[1] - The industrial added value for June increased by 6.8% year-on-year, exceeding market expectations, with a month-on-month growth of 0.5%[3] - The capacity utilization rate for large-scale industries in Q2 was 74.0%, down 0.1 percentage points from the previous quarter and 0.9 percentage points from the same period last year, indicating potential overcapacity[3][23] Investment Trends - Fixed asset investment (excluding rural households) in the first half of 2025 was 248,654 billion yuan, growing by 2.8%, which was below market expectations of 3.8%[5] - Infrastructure investment grew by 4.6%, while manufacturing investment increased by 7.5%, and real estate development investment fell by 11.2%[7][39] - The marginal slowdown in investment demand is attributed to concerns over medium- to long-term uncertainties following tariff adjustments[5][39] Consumer Behavior - The total retail sales of consumer goods in June rose by 4.8% year-on-year, down from 6.4% in May, reflecting a 1.6 percentage point decline[4][31] - The "618" shopping festival significantly supported retail sales, with e-commerce sales reaching 8,556 billion yuan, a 15.2% increase year-on-year[33] - Automotive sales showed robust growth, with June retail sales increasing by 4.6% year-on-year, despite price promotions impacting overall retail revenue[36] Market Outlook - The second half of 2025 is expected to see a dual bull market in stocks and bonds, driven by a potential easing of Sino-US trade relations and risk-averse funds supporting market sentiment[2][21] - The 10-year government bond yield is projected to decline to around 1.5% amid low expectations for large-scale domestic demand stimulus[2][21]