Group 1: Core Insights - The core conclusion indicates a shift in global asset pricing from "growth-driven" to "safety-driven" due to energy shocks from geopolitical conflicts, raising stagflation expectations[2] - The Chinese bond market is currently weak, with the 10-year government bond yield slightly rising, reflecting a passive transmission of global interest rate increases[2] - The U.S. Treasury market is constrained by stagflation pricing, with core PCE rising to 3.1%, leading to a delay in interest rate cut expectations[2] Group 2: Asset Allocation Recommendations - For A-shares, the focus should be on technology (AI), safety (resources), and domestic demand, with an emphasis on undervalued sectors like non-bank financials and utilities in the short term[2] - The report suggests a defensive stance in U.S. Treasuries, recommending a focus on 2-5 year maturities to mitigate interest rate volatility[2] - The energy shock is reshaping global asset dynamics, with China showing resilience due to diversified energy sources and sufficient reserves[2] Group 3: Risks and Market Dynamics - Risks include potential escalation of geopolitical conflicts, inflation transmission not meeting expectations, and continued tightening of market liquidity[2] - The PPI-CPI spread has rebounded, indicating rising input cost pressures, while weak domestic demand limits price transmission to end consumers[2] - The report highlights that European and Japanese markets are particularly sensitive to geopolitical shocks due to their high energy dependency, facing significant inflationary pressures[2]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating There is no information provided in the report regarding the industry investment rating. 2. Core Views - FOMC resolution landed as expected, keeping the interest rate unchanged with reduced divergence. The Fed announced to maintain the federal funds rate, with a neutral tone in the resolution statement and uncertainty about the impact of the Middle - East situation on the US economy. Only one voting member opposed the resolution [3]. - The market reaction was mild within 15 minutes after the resolution release as the market had almost fully priced in the unchanged interest rate. The S&P 500 index fell 0.10%, 2 - year US Treasury yield declined 0.01 basis points to 3.703%, 10 - year US Treasury yield dropped 0.08 basis points to 4.214%, spot gold fell 0.08% to $4890.64 per ounce, and the US dollar index rose 0.14% to 99.86 [3][7]. - The dot - plot shows one rate cut in 2026 and 2027 respectively. Powell's speech was hawkish, emphasizing inflation expectations. The latest economic forecast significantly raised the economic growth rate and inflation expectations. The market priced in the hawkish remarks, with the S&P 500 falling 0.39%, 2 - year US Treasury yield dropping 5.1 basis points to 3.567%, 10 - year US Treasury yield rising 4.3 basis points to 4.257%, spot gold falling 0.67%, and the US dollar index rising 0.28% to 100.09 [3]. - The short - term US Treasury yield curve may show a bear - steepening trend, and the US dollar will maintain a relatively strong oscillation. The short - term Treasury interest rate will continue to reverse the previous rate - cut expectations, and the long - term Treasury interest rate will rise due to higher inflation and economic expectations. The 2 - year US Treasury interest rate may oscillate between 3.44% - 3.8%, and the 10 - year US Treasury interest rate may oscillate between 4% - 4.4%. The US dollar index is expected to oscillate strongly in the range of 97 - 101. Chinese bond interest rates are mainly determined by domestic factors and are less affected by overseas factors [3][21]. 3. Summary by Directory 3.1 Fed Interest - Rate Meeting Focus 3.1.1 FOMC Resolution Keeps Interest Rate Unchanged - The 2026 March FOMC resolution had three points of concern compared to January: new description of stable unemployment rate, uncertainty about the impact of the Middle - East situation on the US economy, and reduced divergence with only one opposing vote [6]. - The market had almost fully priced in the unchanged interest rate before the meeting, so the immediate market reaction was mild [7]. 3.1.2 Dot - Plot Shows One Rate Cut in 2026 and 2027 Respectively - The Fed's economic forecast in March 2026 shows that economic growth is still guaranteed, and inflation is a more concerning issue. GDP growth rate forecasts for 2026 - 2028 were raised, unemployment rate forecast for 2027 was raised, and inflation expectations were also increased [11]. - The median of the federal funds rate for 2026 - 2027 is 3.4% and 3.1% respectively, with one rate cut expected each year. The dot - plot divergence has reduced, and the rate - cut幅度 of dovish voting members has generally decreased [11][12]. 3.1.3 Press Conference Speech is Hawkish - Powell's speech was hawkish, with the "employment - inflation" focus shifting slightly towards inflation, especially emphasizing inflation expectations [15]. - Regarding employment, he believes the labor market is balanced, but the zero net employment creation in the private sector implies risks. Regarding inflation, he is cautious, emphasizing the need to focus on the transmission of tariff inflation and the stickiness of non - housing service inflation. He avoids directly answering whether to ignore oil inflation [15][16]. - The current interest rate level is appropriate, between the boundaries of tight and non - tight. The market priced in the hawkish remarks clearly [16][17]. 3.2 How to View the Market - In the short term, the US Treasury yield curve may show a bear - steepening trend. The 2 - year US Treasury interest rate may oscillate between 3.44% - 3.8%, and the 10 - year US Treasury interest rate may oscillate between 4% - 4.4% [21]. - The US dollar index is expected to maintain a relatively strong oscillation in the range of 97 - 101 due to reduced rate - cut expectations and the US dollar's safe - haven and liquidity advantages [21]. - Chinese bond interest rates are mainly determined by domestic factors and are less affected by overseas factors, but attention should be paid to the depreciation pressure on the RMB caused by the strong US dollar [21].

Group 1 - The report indicates that the overall commodity market is strong but shows differentiation in performance, with oil prices leading due to supply shocks, while non-ferrous metals are under pressure from stagflation expectations [7][10]. - The report highlights that the geopolitical situation in the Middle East is ongoing, leading to heightened stagflation expectations and a delayed interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve, with market pricing indicating a 25 basis point cut only in December 2026 [13][14]. - Domestic Producer Price Index (PPI) is expected to turn positive, driven by both geopolitical conflict-induced inflation and potential domestic supply-side policy adjustments, with expectations that price increases will continue at least until mid-Q2 2026 [15][19]. Group 2 - The report notes that the domestic economy has started the year steadily, with social financing showing a slight increase, indicating stable internal demand, and macro policy focus remaining on structural adjustments [19][21]. - The report emphasizes that the overall asset market is experiencing fluctuations without clear trend signals, with commodities and gold showing short-term upward volatility while A-shares, government bonds, and U.S. stocks maintain stable medium-term uncertainty [23][26]. - The report concludes that while global risk appetite is declining, domestic economic resilience supports the Chinese yuan, and Chinese assets remain relatively advantageous despite external uncertainties [22][33].

Market Overview - The report emphasizes a focus on risk premium in major asset classes, with equities concentrating on risk appetite changes and commodities on supply-demand dynamics[2] - A-shares are currently influenced by risk preferences, with mid-cap blue chips expected to outperform in the near term[3][24] - The overall risk premium in global markets has increased due to Middle Eastern events, while domestic risk premiums remain stable but structurally differentiated[9] Commodity Insights - Commodity prices are affected by geopolitical tensions, particularly in the Middle East, leading to increased volatility and potential price hikes in oil and chemical products[17][29] - Strategic metals are expected to outperform industrial metals due to heightened demand for strategic reserves amid ongoing conflicts[17] Bond Market Strategy - The report suggests a neutral stance on bonds, with a recommendation to slightly increase positions in mid-term bonds due to limited downside risk and ongoing policy expectations[5][21] - The annualized return for low-volatility strategies since 2025 is reported at 14.6%, while high-volatility strategies yield 17.5%[43] Industry Focus - The report highlights the importance of cyclical industries, particularly chemicals, agriculture, and non-ferrous metals, as key areas for investment due to rising price trends[4][28] - Agricultural prices are expected to rise due to increased costs of fertilizers and energy, with a focus on food security becoming more prominent[31] Risk Considerations - The report warns of potential extreme risk events that could disrupt market stability, including geopolitical tensions and the failure of quantitative models[6][60]

Group 1: Financial Performance - In February, mixed, equity, and fixed-income bank wealth management products recorded positive returns, with equity products performing the best, gaining 0.15%[11] - The latest data shows a 2.21% decrease in the scale of equity bank wealth management products, while cash management and fixed-income products saw increases of 0.12% and 0.31%, respectively[15] Group 2: Market Insights - The escalation of the US-Iran conflict is a key factor affecting global asset prices, suppressing risk appetite in the short term[28] - Domestic policies are shifting towards promoting economic rebalancing and high-quality development, which may lead to a continued decline in China's economic risk evaluation[32] Group 3: Asset Allocation Strategies - The recommendation includes a slight increase in positions in medium-term bonds and gold, with a focus on risk preference and evaluation impacts on asset prices[5] - The dynamic all-weather strategy has shown an annualized return of 5.7% since 2025, outperforming traditional strategies[51] Group 4: Commodity and Equity Outlook - Gold prices are expected to experience limited upward movement this year, with significant volatility driven by trading issues rather than expectations[65] - The A-share market remains controllable in terms of risk, with mid-cap blue chips currently favored over other segments[48]

Group 1: Financial Performance - In February, mixed, equity, and fixed-income bank wealth management products recorded positive returns, with equity products performing the best, increasing by 0.15%[11] - The latest data shows a decrease of 2.21% in the scale of equity bank wealth management products, while cash management and fixed-income products saw increases of 0.12% and 0.31% respectively[15] - The scale of commodity and financial derivative bank wealth management products decreased by 11.39%[15] Group 2: Market Insights - The escalation of the US-Iran conflict is a key factor affecting global asset prices, suppressing risk appetite in the short term[28] - Domestic policies are shifting towards promoting economic rebalancing and high-quality development, which may lead to a continued decline in China's economic risk evaluation[32] - A-shares are currently under pressure from geopolitical factors, but mid-cap blue chips are relatively favored[48] Group 3: Investment Strategies - The recommendation includes a slight increase in positions in mid-term bonds and gold, with a focus on risk preference and evaluation impacts on asset prices[5] - The dynamic all-weather strategy has shown an annualized return of 5.7% since 2025, outperforming traditional strategies[51] - The mid-wave strategy suggests increasing positions in mid-term bonds, gold, and US stocks, with an annualized return of 10.9%[59] Group 4: Risk Considerations - Extreme risk events, such as geopolitical tensions, may disrupt historical patterns and affect market outcomes[72] - The potential for quantitative models to fail poses a risk to predictions regarding asset prices and market behavior[72]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No information provided in the report. 2. Core Views of the Report - The global economy is undergoing a paradigm shift from globalization to geopolitics, with geopolitical risks becoming a core variable in asset pricing. The global economy is at the end of the depression phase of the previous information technology cycle, and 2026 - 2027 is expected to be a global economic trough, followed by a new cycle centered on artificial intelligence and new energy [4]. - The world economic pattern is being reshaped, with the US - China game leading to the reorganization of the order. The US economy shows signs of stagflation and faces policy dilemmas, while the Chinese economy has both challenges and resilience. Other economies are also experiencing differentiation [4]. - The core driving forces include the technological revolution, energy transformation, and geopolitical games, which will have a profound impact on the global economy and asset prices [4]. - In 2026, different asset classes have different investment strategies, such as gold as a core asset, copper and aluminum as strategic assets, and attention to structural opportunities in various markets [6]. 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs Chapter 1: Historic Turn in the Context of a Century - Long Change - **Paradigm Shift from Globalization to Geopolitics**: The global political - economic pattern is shifting from globalization to geopolitics, with geopolitical risks becoming a key factor in asset pricing. Trump's potential radical trade policies are an extreme manifestation of this trend [17]. - **Positioning from the Perspective of the Kondratieff Cycle**: The global economy is at the end of the depression phase of the previous information technology cycle, expected to end in 2026. This will resonate with the bottom of the Kitchin inventory cycle, and 2026 - 2027 may be a significant global economic trough [18]. Chapter 2: Fission and Reconstruction of the Global Macroeconomy - **World Economic Pattern and Order Reorganization**: The "east - rising and west - falling" trend is non - linear. The US - China game will lead to the reorganization of the monetary system, trade rules, and international political order, and the global economy is moving towards "grouping" and "camp - forming" [23]. - **US Economic Stagflation and Policy Dilemmas**: The US economy shows signs of stagflation, with weakening growth momentum and stubborn inflation. The government's debt has exceeded $38 trillion, and the Fed is in a dilemma between cutting interest rates and controlling inflation [24][27]. - **China's Economic "New Normal"**: China's economy faces challenges such as population aging, high leverage, and real - estate adjustment, but also shows resilience in exports and the development of new - quality productivity. In 2026, active fiscal policies and real - estate stabilization policies will support the economy [49]. - **Differentiation and Risks of Other Major Economies**: Europe's manufacturing PMI is contracting, facing recession risks; Japan's interest - rate hike cycle is fragile, which may trigger a Japanese debt crisis; India's economic growth shows signs of slowing down [71][74][75]. Chapter 3: Analysis of Core Driving Forces: Technology, Energy, and Politics - **New - Round Technological Revolution**: The core driving force is "artificial intelligence + new energy + digital finance". The Juglar cycle is in an upward phase, spurring investment in high - tech industries. AI will reshape traditional industries and drive demand for underlying hardware [80]. - **Energy Revolution and Reconstruction**: The new - energy revolution is reshaping the global energy demand pattern, but resource nationalism is on the rise, increasing global mining costs. Localization policies distort global pricing [81]. - **Great - Power Games and Geopolitics**: The US - China game is a core variable, with a "fight - but - not - break" situation in areas such as technology decoupling and key - mineral control. Geopolitical conflicts in various regions bring uncertainties to the global market [89]. Chapter 4: 2026 Asset Allocation Strategies - **Precious Metals**: Gold is a "ballast stone" due to central - bank purchases, safe - haven demand, and interest - rate cuts. Silver has strong industrial demand and is suitable for tactical allocation [91]. - **Industrial Metals**: Copper is a core strategic asset. Supply is limited, while demand from the new - energy revolution is strong, making copper prices likely to rise [99]. - **Energy and Chemicals**: Global crude - oil demand growth is slowing, but supply is fragile. Geopolitical events drive short - term price fluctuations, and investors should focus on structural opportunities [103]. - **Equity Markets**: Global stock markets face complex situations. US stocks face risks of AI bubbles and profit pressure, while A - shares and Hong Kong stocks have structural opportunities [104]. - **Fixed - Income Markets**: US Treasury yields may steepen, with limited downward space for long - term yields. Chinese bonds have downward space for yields and are suitable for risk - aversion [109]. - **Foreign - Exchange Markets**: The US dollar may show a volatile pattern, and the RMB is expected to remain stable within the range of 6.8 - 7.2 [114]. Chapter 5: Risk Warnings and Summary Outlook - **2026 Investment Strategy Summary**: In 2026, the market will be highly volatile and uncertain, with structural opportunities. The core idea of asset allocation is to focus on defense, seize opportunities, and emphasize structure. Strategic allocation of gold, core offensive in strategic metals, and attention to China's new - quality productivity direction [125].

Global Asset Performance - The global market has shifted from policy pricing to risk pricing, with geopolitical factors becoming the main source of short-term volatility [5][6] - Domestic policies continue to focus on stable growth, with the LPR remaining unchanged and a commitment to more proactive fiscal and moderately loose monetary policies [5][6] - Strong consumer data shows a year-on-year increase of 13.7% in consumption during the Spring Festival, indicating resilience in domestic demand [5] Commodity Market Precious Metals - International gold prices surged, with London spot gold rising from $4,659.29 per ounce at the beginning of the month to $5,278.26 per ounce by February 28, driven by geopolitical tensions and a weaker dollar [11][12] - The decline in the U.S. 10-year Treasury yield by 29 basis points to 3.97% has lowered the opportunity cost of holding gold, supporting its price [11][12] - The structural support for gold prices remains intact due to ongoing central bank purchases and the weakening of the dollar's credit [12] Oil Market - Brent crude oil prices increased from $71.49 per barrel to $72.84 per barrel, primarily driven by geopolitical risk premiums following military actions in the Middle East [14][15] - The Strait of Hormuz is critical for global energy transport, with approximately 20 million barrels of oil passing through daily, and any disruption could significantly impact prices [14][15] - Despite geopolitical tensions, U.S. crude oil inventories increased by 15.99 million barrels, indicating supply-side pressures that could limit price increases [15] Bond Market U.S. Treasury Yields - U.S. Treasury yields fell significantly, with the 10-year yield down 11 basis points to 3.97%, driven by heightened risk aversion due to geopolitical tensions [17][21] - The decline in yields is also influenced by uncertainty surrounding trade policies and inflation expectations, which have increased market volatility [17][21] - Short-term yields are more sensitive to monetary policy expectations, while long-term yields are influenced by inflation and fiscal dynamics [21][25] Chinese Bond Yields - Chinese bond yields also decreased, with the 10-year yield falling below 1.80%, supported by a stable liquidity environment and expectations of a lower interest rate framework [24][25] - The demand for medium to long-term bonds has increased due to a slow economic recovery and heightened volatility in equity markets [24][25] Foreign Exchange Market U.S. Dollar Index - The U.S. dollar index weakened, closing at 97.64, primarily due to policy expectations and uncertainties affecting its valuation [30][31] - The dollar's appeal as a safe-haven asset has diminished, with funds flowing more into gold and U.S. Treasuries amid geopolitical tensions [30][31] Non-U.S. Currencies - The euro showed slight strength against the dollar, closing at 1.1815, supported by stable monetary policy expectations in the Eurozone [36] - The Japanese yen experienced fluctuations, closing at 156.09, influenced by trade policy uncertainties and Japan's cautious monetary stance [36] Equity Market - Global equity markets displayed significant divergence, with U.S. stocks declining while non-U.S. markets performed relatively well [41][42] - U.S. stock indices fell due to concerns over AI's impact on corporate earnings and rising trade policy uncertainties, particularly affecting technology and financial sectors [41][42] - In contrast, Asian markets, including Japan and A-shares, benefited from improved risk sentiment and a favorable liquidity environment [41][42]

Asset Allocation Insights - A-shares are focusing on mid-cap blue chips, with a neutral stance on bonds and US stocks, and a cautious outlook on gold in the short term[2] - The risk appetite in A-shares is shifting, with structural opportunities being the main focus amid overall market fluctuations[2] - Bond performance in February is expected to follow risk appetite trends, serving as a hedge against risk assets[2] Market Sentiment and Risk Assessment - Regulatory measures in January have led to a more balanced risk preference, with high-risk investors showing decreased appetite while low-risk investors gain confidence[9] - Trading sentiment across large, mid, and small-cap stocks has cooled, but medium-term uncertainty remains relatively stable[9] Industry and Sector Recommendations - Current price increases in cyclical goods are key indicators for asset allocation, with a positive outlook on sectors like chemicals, agriculture, and non-ferrous metals[30] - The report highlights two main drivers for price increases: industrialization in emerging economies and geopolitical tensions affecting import prices[30] Model and Strategy Suggestions - The recommendation includes increasing positions in mid-term bonds and focusing on sectors such as non-ferrous metals, chemicals, and military technology for February[5] - The multi-asset allocation strategy suggests a combination of passive and active enhancements, with a focus on risk parity models for stock and bond allocations[48] Performance Metrics - The low-volatility strategy has achieved an annualized return of 11.8%, while the high-volatility strategy has reached 18.1% since 2025[9] - The industry rotation strategy has outperformed benchmarks with an annualized return of 44.8% since 2025[9]

Market Outlook - A-shares are focusing on mid-cap blue chips, with a neutral stance on bonds and US stocks, and a cautious outlook on gold in the short term[2] - Risk appetite in A-shares is shifting, with structural opportunities being the main focus amid overall market fluctuations[2] - The bond market is expected to continue following risk appetite trends, serving as a hedge against risk assets[2] Investment Strategy - The report recommends increasing allocations to mid-cap blue chips and sectors such as non-ferrous metals, chemicals, new energy, military, communication, and electronics[5] - A dual strategy of passive and active enhancement is suggested for stock-bond allocation, with a focus on increasing positions in mid-term bonds[48] Industry Insights - Price increases in cyclical goods are highlighted as key investment clues, particularly in the chemical, agricultural, and non-ferrous sectors[30] - Geopolitical tensions are raising global economic risk assessments, which is a fundamental driver for commodity price increases[30] Performance Metrics - The low-volatility strategy has achieved an annualized return of 11.8%, while the high-volatility strategy has reached 18.1% since 2025[9] - The industry rotation strategy has outperformed benchmarks with an annualized return of 44.8% since 2025[9] Risk Considerations - Extreme risk events could disrupt market expectations, and there is a risk of quantitative models failing to predict future trends[6]