Group 1 - The foreign exchange market in China showed strong resilience and vitality in the first half of 2025, with cross-border income and expenditure reaching a historical high of 7.6 trillion USD, a year-on-year increase of 10.4% [1] - There was a net inflow of 127.3 billion USD in cross-border funds, with a significant quarter-on-quarter growth of 46% in the second quarter [1] - The foreign exchange reserves remained stable at 33,174 billion USD by the end of June, with the RMB accounting for 53% of cross-border receipts and payments [1] Group 2 - Foreign investment in RMB-denominated bonds has increased, with foreign holdings exceeding 600 billion USD, indicating strong international interest in the RMB bond market [3] - In the stock market, foreign net purchases of domestic stocks and funds reached 10.1 billion USD in the first half of the year, reversing a two-year trend of net selling [3] - Notably, the net increase in foreign holdings in May and June alone was 18.8 billion USD, reflecting a renewed confidence among international investors in the Chinese stock market [3] Group 3 - The stable development of the economic fundamentals has created a favorable macro environment for foreign investment, with several international investment banks upgrading China's asset ratings from neutral to overweight [4] - High-quality development of the financial market has provided a conducive policy environment for foreign investment, enhancing the convenience of foreign participation in China's financial markets [4] - China's financial market system is comprehensive and deep, with both bond and stock market capitalizations ranking second globally, offering diverse investment options for foreign investors [4]