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Macro1

Macro27 Jul, 20:05mixed

China Issues Consumption Expansion Plan, Targets 60 Trillion RMB Retail Sales by 2030

China has published the '15th Five-Year Plan for Expanding Consumption', the first national five-year plan focused on consumption in nearly 50 years. It targets total retail sales of consumer goods to reach about 60 trillion RMB by 2030, implying an average annual growth of 3.7% from 2025's 50.1 trillion RMB. The plan prioritizes service consumption, including elderly care, childcare, health, education, culture, and tourism. It also addresses auto and housing consumption but does not directly extend the consumer goods trade-in subsidy program.

Effective: 0
Intensity: 40
Confidence: 55%
Horizon: Short term

Industries1

Industries27 Jul, 08:34mixed

Luo Yonghao Criticizes TV Elderly Mode as China Shipments Hit 16-Year Low; Makers Turn to AI

Luo Yonghao, the well-known entrepreneur, criticized smart TV elderly modes after his parents still struggled to operate them, sparking a viral discussion. China's TV shipments fell to 32.9 million units in 2025, down 8.5% year-on-year, a 16-year low, partly due to subsidy pull-forward. Smart TVs now cover 70% of households, with daily activation at 52% and average viewing time exceeding 5.6 hours. In response, manufacturers TCL and Hisense are integrating AI, including DeepSeek models, to offer voice-command and one-button solutions for elderly users.

Effective: 0
Intensity: 50
Confidence: 70%
Horizon: Short term

Companies4

Companies28 Jul, 22:45positive

Apple Plans Smart Home Hub, New Apple TV and HomePod Mini with Siri AI

Apple plans to launch a smart home hub with a 7-inch display, a new Apple TV, and an upgraded HomePod Mini, all powered by an enhanced Siri AI. The hub will compete with Amazon Echo Show and Google Nest Hub, featuring FaceTime, security monitoring, and smart home controls. Development began in 2024, but hardware releases have been delayed multiple times, now expected in spring 2026. The new Apple TV and HomePod Mini will have faster processors and higher prices at US$199 and US$129 respectively. Apple is also developing a robotic version and a security camera.

Effective: +24
Intensity: 60
Confidence: 65%
Horizon: Medium term

Companies29 Jul, 19:44positive

Gree Electric Launches R290 Refrigerant Products in European Market

Gree Electric has introduced R290 refrigerant-based products in the European market, including mobile air conditioners, household split air conditioners, and heat pump water heaters. On July 29, the company disclosed on an investor interaction platform that it has conducted a series of application technology studies on R290 refrigerant and has launched relevant products in Europe.

Effective: +21
Intensity: 50
Confidence: 80%
Horizon: Medium term

Companies28 Jul, 10:05negative

Social Security Fund Holds 1.22% of Yingshi Network Tradable Shares, Stake Down 20.05% in Q2

At the end of the second quarter, China's National Social Security Fund (NSSF) appeared among the top ten tradable shareholders of Yingshi Network. The NSSF 118 Portfolio and NSSF 503 Portfolio held a combined 9.587 million shares, representing 1.22% of the company's tradable shares. This marked a 20.05% decrease from the first quarter.

Effective: -6
Intensity: 30
Confidence: 80%
Horizon: Short term

Companies29 Jul, 08:36mixed

Sleep Home Firms Revenue Up, Profit Down in H1 2026; ST Xilinmen Up to RMB 40 Million Loss

In the first half of 2026, A-share sleep home firms saw revenue growth but profit declines. ST Xilinmen forecast a net loss of RMB 31 million to RMB 40 million, citing a RMB 49 million forex loss. Menghe's net profit fell over 93% to between zero and RMB 8 million. Qisheng Technology's net profit dropped 67% to 76% to RMB 25.8 million to RMB 34.9 million. In 2025, Menghe's electric bed revenue was RMB 647 million, and Qushui Technology's smart home revenue share reached 44%. Companies are shifting to AI sleep services.

Effective: 0
Intensity: 60
Confidence: 70%
Horizon: Medium term