Group 1 - The Japanese yen appreciated against most major currencies as of February 9, with the Hong Kong dollar experiencing the largest depreciation against the yen, down by 0.8573% [1] - The Australian dollar also depreciated against the yen, increasing by 0.2689% [1] - The US dollar against the yen closed at 155.8935, down by 0.8513%, while it has seen a cumulative increase of 0.1857% over the past five trading days [1]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating - No information about the report industry investment rating is provided in the content. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - This week, the U.S. Treasury yields showed a pattern of long - end rising and short - end falling, with the yield curve becoming steeper. The market still bets on a possible easing cycle later this year, driving down short - term interest rates, while long - term inflation and term premium expectations are under pressure due to uncertainties in fiscal and trade policies, budget deficits, and potential threats to the Fed's independence [1][12]. - The Fed maintained the federal funds rate target range at 3.50%–3.75% as expected in the January FOMC meeting. The Fed revised up its outlook on the U.S. economy, believing that economic growth momentum has strengthened, the labor market has shown signs of stabilization, and inflation remains high but has not deteriorated further [2][12]. - Trump nominated Kevin Warsh as the next Fed Chair. Warsh's past stance was hawkish, but he has shown signs of turning dovish recently. His future policy stance will be an important observation indicator for the market [2][13]. 3. Summary According to the Directory 3.1 U.S. Treasury Yield Review This Week 3.1.1 Warsh's Nomination and the Steepening of U.S. Treasury Yields - This week (January 23 - January 30, 2026), the changes in U.S. Treasury yields were as follows: 1 - month (-6bp, 3.72%), 1 - year (-5bp, 3.48%), 2 - year (-8bp, 3.52%), 5 - year (-5bp, 3.79%), 10 - year (+2bp, 4.26%), 30 - year (+5bp, 4.87%). The yield curve became steeper [1][12]. - The Fed maintained the federal funds rate target range at 3.50%–3.75% in the January FOMC meeting. Waller and Milan voted against, advocating a 25bp rate cut. The Fed revised up its outlook on the U.S. economy [2][12]. - Trump nominated Kevin Warsh as the next Fed Chair. Warsh defeated other candidates. His past stance was hawkish, but he has shown dovish signs recently [2][13]. 3.1.2 This Week's U.S. Treasury Auctions - On January 26, a $69 billion 2 - year U.S. Treasury bill auction was held. The winning yield was 3.580%, the bid - to - cover ratio was 2.75 times, and the tail was - 1.375 [18]. - On January 27, a $70 billion 5 - year U.S. Treasury bill auction was held. The winning yield was 3.823%, the bid - to - cover ratio was 2.34 times, and the tail was 0.300 [18]. - On January 29, a $44 billion 7 - year U.S. Treasury bill auction was held. The winning yield was 4.018%, the bid - to - cover ratio was 2.45 times, and the tail was 0.175 [19]. 3.2 U.S. Macroeconomic Indicator Comments - The U.S. PPI in December had a monthly环比 increase of 0.5%, much higher than the market expectation of 0.2%, and a year - on - year increase of 3%, indicating persistent inflation risks. The U.S. consumer confidence index in January dropped 9.7 points to 84.5, lower than the forecast of 90.6, hitting the lowest level since May 2014, reflecting consumers' increased concerns about the economic outlook [3][27]. - The Fed maintained the federal funds rate in the 3.5% - 3.75% range, pausing the easing cycle after three consecutive rate cuts. This decision reflects the Fed's recognition of the current economic resilience and its difficult balance between high inflation and a weak labor market [3][28]. - The number of initial jobless claims in the week ending January 24 decreased to 209,000, slightly lower than the previous week's revised figure of 210,000 and slightly higher than the market expectation of 206,000. The number of continued claims decreased to 1.827 million, the lowest since September 2024, showing a mild and stable labor market [3][28]. 3.3 Comments on Major Asset Classes - **Bonds**: German bond yields fell across the board, and Japanese bond yields fluctuated slightly overall. The decline in German bond yields was due to the market's expectation of the ECB maintaining or relaxing monetary policy. The movement of Japanese bond yields was affected by the slowdown in inflation and the Bank of Japan's cautious policy stance [30]. - **Equities**: Global equity markets were significantly differentiated, with Asian markets performing strongly. The top three gainers were the Korea Composite Index (+4.70%), the Hang Seng Index (+2.38%), and the India Sensex30 (+0.90%). The top three losers were the Vietnam VN30 (-2.31%), the German DAX (-1.45%), and the Nikkei 225 (-0.97%) [31]. - **Commodities**: Bitcoin, LME aluminum, and the hog index were under pressure. The top three gainers were Brent crude oil (+7.30%), London silver (+4.23%), and LME copper (+3.48%). The top three losers were Bitcoin (-5.97%), LME aluminum (-2.05%), and the hog index (-1.36%) [32]. - **Foreign Exchange**: The Japanese yen, Swiss franc, and South Korean won strengthened, while the U.S. dollar and some Asian currencies declined. The top three gainers were the Japanese yen (+2.99%), the Swiss franc (+2.60%), and the South Korean won (+1.78%). The top three losers were the Indian rupee (-0.58%), the Hong Kong dollar (-0.37%), and the U.S. dollar (-0.24%) [33]. 3.4 Market Tracking - The report provides multiple charts showing the changes in bond yields, stock indices, commodity prices, and foreign exchange rates of major global economies this week, as well as the latest economic data panels of the United States, Japan, and the Eurozone [35][38][41][43][46][53][58].

Group 1 - The recent decline of the US dollar index has raised concerns about "de-dollarization" and geopolitical risks, prompting market attention [1][15] - Bloomberg Industry Research predicts that the Chinese yuan and Malaysian ringgit could generate excess returns for Asian currency portfolios due to structural advantages and reduced correlation with the dollar [1][15] - The relative performance of low-interest and high-interest Asian currencies will depend on the timing of the "de-dollarization" trend [1][15] Group 2 - Zhao Zhixuan, Bloomberg's Chief Forex and Rates Strategist for Asia, suggests that the dollar index may need to fall below 90 to trigger policy intervention, indicating further downside potential from current levels [1][15] - The yuan is expected to be the most favored currency this year, with the USD/CNY exchange rate potentially challenging the 6.7 to 6.8 level [1][11] - The dollar faces multiple structural challenges, including portfolio rotation away from US assets, ongoing arbitrage trading, and expectations of a weak dollar policy [1][15] Group 3 - European institutions, including Danish pension funds, have begun to exit the US Treasury market, with China's holdings of US debt at their lowest level since 2008 [2][16] - The trend of reducing US Treasury holdings is likely to continue, but a complete sell-off is unrealistic due to the lack of alternative markets with similar depth and liquidity [2][16] - The future may see a coexistence of multiple reserve currencies and regionalization of currency use, although the dollar's leading position is unlikely to be replaced in the short term [2][16] Group 4 - Concerns over Japan's "monetary fiscalization" have led to selling pressure on its long-term bonds, which may transmit pressure to global bond markets [2][24] - The Japanese yen is expected to strengthen against the dollar this year, with a reasonable equilibrium exchange rate around 129 [2][24][25] - Other Asian currencies are expected to show divergence, with low-interest currencies like the Thai baht, Malaysian ringgit, and Singapore dollar benefiting from a declining dollar cycle [2][12] Group 5 - The yuan is viewed as the most promising currency this year, with expectations of steady appreciation against both the dollar and a basket of currencies [2][11][26] - Factors supporting the yuan's appreciation include favorable policies, interest rate differentials, and capital inflows from the stock market [2][11][26] - The Thai baht, Malaysian ringgit, and Singapore dollar are also expected to strengthen, while high-interest currencies like the Philippine peso, Indonesian rupiah, and Indian rupee may weaken due to fiscal stability concerns [2][12][29]

Group 1: CFETS Index Overview - The CFETS RMB Exchange Rate Index is a nominal basket currency index based on trade shares, using geometric averaging of the RMB against a basket of currencies[2] - The currency basket is adjusted annually based on trade data from two years prior, with the new weights effective from January 1, 2026, based on 2024 trade data[3] Group 2: Weight Adjustments and Trends - The new weights for 2026 align closely with the 2024 trade shares, with the USD weight at 18.31% and the EUR weight at 17.86%, both exceeding their respective trade share benchmarks by 1.07 and 1.69 percentage points[4] - The concentration of the top five currencies (USD, EUR, JPY, KRW, AUD) has declined for four consecutive years, reaching 58.15% in 2026, down from 66.03% in 2020, averaging a decline of 1.31 percentage points per year[4][19] - The weight of developed market currencies has decreased from 76.97% in 2020 to 69.56% in 2026, while emerging market currencies have increased from 23.03% to 30.44%[5][26] Group 3: Currency Weight Changes - The USD weight has dropped from 19.88% in 2022 to 18.31% in 2026, with an average annual reduction of approximately 0.51 percentage points from 2024 to 2026[5][30] - Among emerging market currencies, ASEAN, Middle Eastern, and Russian currencies have the highest weights, collectively accounting for 19.29% of the emerging market currency weight in 2026[6][32] Group 4: Future Implications - The trade share data from 2025 will guide the currency weight adjustments for 2027, indicating a potential continued decline in the concentration of the top five currencies[7] - The influence coefficient of the USD index on the USDCNY midpoint has decreased from 0.337 to 0.331, indicating reduced depreciation pressure on the RMB against the USD[8][47]

Core Viewpoint - The People's Bank of China has announced the central exchange rates of the Renminbi against various currencies as of January 5, indicating the current market valuation of the Renminbi against major global currencies [1] Currency Exchange Rates - The central exchange rate for 100 US dollars is set at 702.3 Renminbi [1] - The central exchange rate for 100 euros is set at 820.27 Renminbi [1] - The central exchange rate for 100 Japanese yen is set at 4.4660 Renminbi [1] - The central exchange rate for 100 Hong Kong dollars is set at 90.141 Renminbi [1] - The central exchange rate for 100 British pounds is set at 941.68 Renminbi [1] - The central exchange rate for 100 Australian dollars is set at 468.17 Renminbi [1] - The central exchange rate for 100 New Zealand dollars is set at 403.07 Renminbi [1] - The central exchange rate for 100 Singapore dollars is set at 544.28 Renminbi [1] - The central exchange rate for 100 Swiss francs is set at 883.42 Renminbi [1] - The central exchange rate for 100 Canadian dollars is set at 509.45 Renminbi [1] - The central exchange rate for 100 Renminbi is 114.35 Macanese Patacas [1] - The central exchange rate for 100 Renminbi is 57.882 Malaysian Ringgits [1] - The central exchange rate for 100 Renminbi is 1149.24 Russian Rubles [1] - The central exchange rate for 100 Renminbi is 235.39 South African Rand [1] - The central exchange rate for 100 Renminbi is 20648 South Korean Won [1] - The central exchange rate for 100 Renminbi is 52.46 UAE Dirhams [1] - The central exchange rate for 100 Renminbi is 53.568 Saudi Riyals [1] - The central exchange rate for 100 Renminbi is 4678.37 Hungarian Forints [1] - The central exchange rate for 100 Renminbi is 51.332 Polish Zlotys [1] - The central exchange rate for 100 Renminbi is 91.12 Danish Krone [1] - The central exchange rate for 100 Renminbi is 131.77 Swedish Krona [1] - The central exchange rate for 100 Renminbi is 143.81 Norwegian Krone [1] - The central exchange rate for 100 Renminbi is 614.53 Turkish Lira [1] - The central exchange rate for 100 Renminbi is 255.57 Mexican Pesos [1] - The central exchange rate for 100 Renminbi is 450.08 Thai Baht [1]

Core Viewpoint - The Hong Kong dollar (HKD) is experiencing a rare strengthening against the US dollar, marking the strongest 30-day appreciation since 2003, driven by changes in the currency market environment and strong performance in the Hong Kong stock market, underpinned by the resilience of the Chinese economy [2][3][6]. Currency Market Dynamics - The HKD appreciated sharply from the "weak side convertibility guarantee" level of 7.85 in mid-August to around 7.77, reflecting a 1% increase over the past 30 days, the strongest rise since 2003 [3][4]. - The Hong Kong Interbank Offered Rate (HIBOR) has surged, with the overnight HKD borrowing rate rising from below 0.2% in mid-August to 4.45% by September 24 [3][4]. - The rapid fluctuations in the HKD's value since May, including a swift transition from the "strong side" to the "weak side" of the convertibility guarantee, highlight the volatility in the currency market [3][4]. Stock Market Influence - The strong performance of the Hong Kong stock market, particularly the Hang Seng Index reaching a nearly four-year high of over 27,000 points, has significantly contributed to the demand for HKD [4][5]. - Year-to-date, net inflows from southbound trading have reached 110.97 billion HKD, a 37% increase compared to the entire previous year, indicating robust foreign investment in the Hong Kong stock market [5]. Monetary Policy and Economic Factors - The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has actively intervened to stabilize the HKD by withdrawing HKD liquidity, reducing the currency's balance from nearly 175 billion HKD in June to about 54 billion HKD [5]. - Seasonal factors, such as increased demand for HKD near quarter-end, have added upward pressure on the currency's value [5]. - The macroeconomic environment, including the Federal Reserve's interest rate cuts, has contributed to a narrowing interest rate differential between the HKD and USD, further supporting the HKD's appreciation [5][6]. Future Outlook - Analysts predict that the HKD may touch the "strong side convertibility guarantee" level of 7.75 in the short term, closely linked to the performance of the Hong Kong stock market [7]. - The ongoing influx of both domestic and foreign capital into the stock market is expected to remain a core factor influencing the HKD's exchange rate against the USD in the medium to long term [7].

Core Viewpoint - The recent movements in the Hong Kong dollar (HKD) and interbank rates signal potential investment opportunities and market dynamics, particularly influenced by increased demand from mainland investors and favorable market conditions [1][2][4]. Group 1: HKD and Interbank Rates - On September 23, the HKD interbank rates rose significantly, with the one-month HIBOR reaching 3.91107%, an increase of 29.797 basis points, marking a four-day consecutive rise and a four-month high [2]. - The three-month HIBOR reported at 3.73881%, up by 18.107 basis points, while the overnight rate increased to 4.4525%, up by 31.821 basis points [2]. - The HKD appreciated approximately 1% against the USD over the past 30 days, a notable increase not seen since 2003 [2]. Group 2: Investment Trends - As the quarter-end approaches, mainland investors have intensified their purchases of Hong Kong stocks, leading to a rise in demand for the HKD [4]. - The KraneShares CSI China Internet ETF (KWEB) has recorded inflows for six consecutive weeks, totaling $5.99 million, the longest streak since February [4]. - Despite recent adjustments in the Hong Kong and A-share markets, analysts suggest that the long-term trend remains positive, with short-term corrections providing better entry points for investments, particularly in technology and semiconductor sectors [6][8]. Group 3: Historical Performance and Future Outlook - The Hang Seng Index has experienced its worst performance over the past decade, with an annualized return of -3.1% from 2013 to 2023, while the 10-year U.S. Treasury return was 2.4% [7]. - Historical data indicates a correlation between U.S. monetary policy cycles and the performance of the Hang Seng Index, suggesting potential for future growth as the U.S. maintains low interest rates [7][8]. - Analysts predict that the current market environment, characterized by foreign capital inflows and supportive policies, enhances the investment value of core assets in the Hong Kong market [8].

Core Viewpoint - Recent tightening of Hong Kong dollar supply and increased demand have led to the appreciation of the Hong Kong dollar, with the narrowing of the interest rate differential between Hong Kong and the US [1][5][6] Group 1: Currency and Monetary Policy - The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) is expected to maintain a tight liquidity level in the short term, as the Hong Kong dollar is no longer near the weak end of its exchange rate peg [1][6] - The Hong Kong dollar's exchange rate and interest rate performance are highly dependent on the US dollar's movements and US monetary policy [4] - The interest rate differential between Hong Kong and the US is a key factor influencing capital flows and the Hong Kong dollar's valuation [4] Group 2: Market Dynamics - The recent increase in IPO activities on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange and inflows of southbound capital are expected to support the demand for the Hong Kong dollar [1][6] - The liquidity in the Hong Kong banking system has decreased significantly, from a high of 174.1 billion HKD on May 8 to 53.7 billion HKD as of August 18 [5] - The HIBOR rates have risen significantly, indicating a return to more normalized levels, which is expected to support the Hong Kong dollar's strength [5][6] Group 3: Future Outlook - In the short term, the Hong Kong dollar is expected to maintain a strong performance, supported by ongoing IPO activities and increased demand [6] - The overall demand for the Hong Kong dollar is anticipated to show resilience despite the end of the dividend season and reduced seasonal financing needs from banks [6]

Group 1 - The Hong Kong dollar has experienced a significant appreciation, driven by both supply contraction and demand expansion, which typically attracts overseas capital inflow and benefits the Hong Kong stock market [5][10][12] - The Hong Kong Monetary Authority intervened in the market by buying HKD to stabilize the exchange rate, leading to a reduction in bank reserves to a historical low [5][10] - The recent surge in the Hong Kong Interbank Offered Rate (HIBOR) is a short-term impact that may suppress the market but is not expected to have lasting effects [3][11] Group 2 - The HIBOR has seen a sharp increase, with the overnight rate rising to 3.982%, the highest level since May [3][4] - The demand for the Hong Kong dollar has increased significantly, with record net inflows from southbound capital [7][9] - The IPO market in Hong Kong remains robust, contributing to sustained demand for the Hong Kong dollar [9][11] Group 3 - The performance of the Hong Kong stock market has lagged behind the A-share market, with the Hang Seng Index showing a modest increase compared to significant gains in the A-share indices [12][14] - Historical trends indicate that a stronger Hong Kong dollar can catalyze overseas capital inflow, which may positively impact the stock market [12][13] - Despite concerns about rising HIBOR rates potentially leading to market declines, past experiences suggest that such increases do not necessarily result in sustained downturns for the stock market [13][14]

Group 1 - Southbound funds experienced a rare net outflow of approximately 14.68 billion HKD on August 20, while the Hang Seng Index rose by 0.17%, significantly underperforming the Shanghai Composite Index's 1.04% increase [1] - As of August 20, the Hang Seng Index has risen 25.45% year-to-date, leading the Shanghai Composite Index by 12.37% [1] - The recent surge in the Hong Kong Interbank Offered Rate (HIBOR) has drawn global investor attention, with the 1-month HIBOR rising sharply to 2.574%, marking a three-month high [1][3] Group 2 - The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) intervened in the market to stabilize the Hong Kong dollar, buying a total of 104.41 billion HKD on August 13 and 14 [1] - Since June, the HKMA has intervened 12 times, absorbing a total of 119.97 billion HKD, which is 92.7% of the liquidity injected in early May [1][4] - The recent rise in HIBOR is attributed to the HKMA's actions to manage the exchange rate within the 7.75 to 7.85 range, affecting liquidity and interbank rates [3][4] Group 3 - The recent increase in HIBOR is the second significant rise since May, influenced by both external and internal factors, including the overall weakness of the US dollar [4] - The liquidity in the banking system has decreased to 53.716 billion HKD, which is close to the threshold where significant upward pressure on HIBOR and the Hong Kong dollar exchange rate may occur [4][6] - The market sentiment has shifted, with hedge funds closing their long positions on the US dollar against the Hong Kong dollar, indicating a potential for further appreciation of the Hong Kong dollar [2][6] Group 4 - The performance of the Hong Kong stock market has been under pressure due to rising interest rates and the strong performance of the A-share market, which has gained nearly 6% in the past month compared to the Hang Seng Index's 0.69% [8][9] - Analysts predict that the A-share market may catch up to the performance of the Hong Kong stock market in the latter part of 2025, driven by strong market sentiment and structural differentiation within the market [9][10] - Despite a cautious sentiment among institutions, the overall bull market trend for Hong Kong stocks remains intact, with significant net inflows from southbound funds reaching over 950 billion HKD this year [10][11]