Last week, the A-share market underwent a correction following an extended rally, primarily influenced by the confluence of profit-taking pressures and shifting market expectations. Specifically, the outcomes of the Central Political Bureau meeting and PMI data tempered enthusiasm for additional policy measures and pro-cyclical trends. Furthermore, the Federal Reserve's communications and fluctuations in non-farm payroll data augmented uncertainty regarding the timing of future interest rate cuts. Additionally, the economic and trade agreement concluded between the United States and its allies dampened optimism about the improvement of Sino-US relations. Nevertheless, the global trend of monetary easing and the ample liquidity in the A-share market remain steadfast, as do investors' outlook for a bull market and the structural growth of emerging sectors. Market sentiment has now cooled from its overheated state, and it is anticipated that the market will experience periodic volatility and consolidation, which is beneficial for the sustained progression of the A-share market's gradual bull trend. In the near term, investors should monitor the timing of the next weakening phase in the US dollar index and the evolving dynamics of the Sino-US relationship. From an industry perspective, sectors such as semiconductors, AI applications, humanoid robots, innovative drugs, non-ferrous metals, national defense and military industries, transportation, and non-bank finance are areas meriting close attention.
