Strategy - The report anticipates a market style shift towards defensive and undervalued sectors, with high scores for coal, utilities, banking, non-bank financials, construction decoration, and oil and petrochemicals, suggesting these industries may be worth investors' attention [1] Market Overview - In the week ending May 31, 2025, major asset classes showed mixed performance, with the Nasdaq index leading in gains, while the A-share broad index mostly declined, with the CSI 500 showing the highest increase [2] Quantitative Analysis - As of May 30, 2025, the proportion of rising stocks in the CSI 300 increased month-on-month, indicating a market sentiment improvement, although momentum indicators suggest a cautious outlook for the near term [3] Bond Market - The 10-year government bond yield rose to 1.67% by the end of May 2025, reflecting investor concerns about liquidity, but the report suggests that there is no need for excessive worry regarding the funding environment [4] - As of May 31, 2025, the total outstanding credit bonds in China reached 29.69 trillion yuan, with a significant month-on-month decrease in issuance [5] Automotive Industry - The automotive market remained stable in May, with new energy vehicle manufacturers expected to lead in intelligent driving innovations, despite short-term price wars affecting market sentiment [7] Real Estate Industry - In May, the total sales of the top 100 real estate companies increased by 3% month-on-month, although the cumulative sales from January to May showed an 8% year-on-year decline [8] Machinery Industry - The engineering machinery sector is experiencing a recovery, with a focus on humanoid robotics and related technologies, suggesting potential investment opportunities in companies like Zoomlion and SANY Heavy Industry [9] Communication Sector - The report highlights the growth potential for companies focused on motor drive control, with profit forecasts for 2025 and 2026 being raised significantly, indicating a positive long-term outlook [10] Consumer Goods Sector - The report discusses the transformation of a beauty company into a multi-brand, multi-channel group, projecting significant profit growth over the next few years, supported by strong performance on social media platforms [11] Home Appliances Sector - The company maintains its leading position in the lighting industry, although profit forecasts for 2025 and 2026 have been revised downwards due to market competition and uncertainties in the real estate sector [12]

Core Viewpoint - The depreciation of the RMB is under significant pressure due to the ongoing US-China trade war and Federal Reserve policies, marking the largest strain since the 2008 financial crisis [1][4]. Impact on Import Costs - The depreciation of the RMB against the USD directly increases the import costs of commodities such as oil and iron ore, with a 1% depreciation leading to a cost increase of 0.8-1.2% [4]. - In 2024, China's reliance on foreign oil is projected to reach 73%, resulting in a 15% year-on-year increase in procurement costs for energy companies, which will compress profit margins in sectors like petrochemicals and aviation [4]. - High-tech product imports, including chips and precision instruments, will also see a cost increase, with companies like SMIC facing a 12% rise in procurement costs for technical equipment [4]. Inflationary Pressures - The depreciation of the RMB is expected to cause the food and consumer goods import price index to rise by 6.3%, with essential items like beef and milk powder experiencing price increases of up to 9.8% [5]. - The Consumer Price Index (CPI) in China is projected to rise by 3.5% year-on-year in 2024, exceeding the central bank's 3% warning line, complicating monetary policy balancing between growth and inflation control [6]. Debt Implications - The depreciation of the RMB increases the repayment costs for companies and local governments with foreign debt, with a 5% depreciation translating to an additional $140 billion in debt servicing costs for the $2.8 trillion foreign debt [8][9]. - Real estate companies, such as Country Garden and Vanke, are particularly affected, with the proportion of dollar-denominated debt interest payments rising from 12% to 19%, exacerbating cash flow challenges [9]. Capital Outflow Risks - Continuous RMB depreciation poses risks of capital outflow, as foreign investment may decline and domestic capital may seek higher returns in USD-denominated assets, especially given the current high US Federal Reserve interest rates [10]. Export Dynamics - While RMB depreciation theoretically enhances export competitiveness, it may lead to a reliance on low-end manufacturing, with high-tech product export share declining by 2.3 percentage points to 28.7% in 2024 [11]. - The withdrawal of foreign R&D centers and a shift in investment towards Southeast Asia by companies like BMW and Tesla indicate a potential decline in foreign investment attractiveness due to currency volatility [11]. Structural Changes and Future Outlook - Historical trends suggest that significant currency adjustments often accompany industrial upgrades, and the current low point of the RMB may represent a pivotal moment for China to advance beyond the middle-income trap and into higher value chains [12]. - Short-term challenges are anticipated as the economy adjusts to these changes, necessitating innovation and a robust domestic supply chain to enhance resilience against external shocks [12][13].