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Confidence73%model average

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Macro3

Macro27 Jul, 10:14positive

Jiangsu Governor Liu Xiaotao Meets Geely Chairman Li Shufu to Boost Methanol Ecosystem and New Energy Vehicle

On July 24, Jiangsu Governor Liu Xiaotao met Geely Holding Group Chairman Li Shufu in Nanjing. Liu highlighted Jiangsu's advantages in power batteries and intelligent connected vehicle components as it prioritizes new energy vehicles as a key advanced manufacturing cluster. Li stated that Geely will expand cooperation areas and jointly build a methanol ecosystem.

Effective: +31
Intensity: 70
Confidence: 80%
Horizon: Medium term

Macro27 Jul, 08:49negative

US Section 122 of Trade Act of 1974 Expires; Replacement Tariffs Push Effective Rate to 11.8%, China to 27.2%

The US Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974 expired on July 24, 2026, prompting replacement tariffs under Sections 301, 232, and 338. New Section 301 forced-labor tariffs impose 12.5% and 10% additional duties on 60 and 14 economies respectively, covering over 99% of US imports. A separate Section 301 investigation on Brazil resulted in a 25% tariff on most Brazilian goods. Section 232 tariffs cover steel, aluminum, and other sectors. Section 338 was first used on July 20, imposing a 50% punitive tariff on Canadian imports of cars, parts, alcohol, clothing, and furniture. The US weighted average effective tariff rate fell to 8.3% after Section 122 expiry, then rose to 11.8% after new tariffs. China's average rate rose from 25.9% to 27.2%, and Canada's from 5.3% to 7.8%.

Effective: -30
Intensity: 60
Confidence: 70%
Horizon: Medium term

Macro30 Jul, 17:24positive

China Politburo lays out H2 agenda: speed fiscal spending, bond use; push 'two major, two new' programs

The Politburo met on July 30 to set second-half priorities, calling for faster fiscal spending and bond deployment, advancement of "two major" national projects and "two new" equipment renewal and trade-in programs, and firm protection of the grassroots "three guarantees" (basic living, wage payments and government operations). Monetary policy will be used flexibly while fiscal-financial coordination is optimised to drive domestic demand. In H1, general public budget expenditure rose 1.5% to RMB14.33 trillion, boosted by 10.8% growth in healthcare and 7.6% in social security. The 2026 proactive fiscal stance includes RMB1.3 trillion in ultra-long special bonds, of which RMB572 billion has been issued. Basic pension subsidies reached RMB1.2 trillion and medical insurance subsidies RMB386.4 billion. A new RMB100 billion six-policy package combining fiscal interest subsidies drove more than RMB17 trillion in related lending and supported approximately RMB1.31 trillion in consumer spending, delivering 99 million person-times of subsidy benefits.

Effective: +29
Intensity: 55
Confidence: 65%
Horizon: Short term

Industries2

Industries31 Jul, 14:51positive

China's Electronic Information Manufacturing Value-Added Up 14.8% in First Half of 2026, IC Output Rises 23.1%

In the first half of 2026, China's above-designated-size electronic information manufacturing sector saw value-added output rise 14.8% year on year, outpacing overall industry and high-tech manufacturing by 9.4 and 1.5 percentage points, respectively. June alone recorded a 15.7% increase. Among key products, integrated circuit output grew 23.1% to 279.8 billion units, industrial robot output rose 28.0% to 538,000 sets, and new energy vehicle output increased 6.0% to 7.4 million units.

Effective: +29
Intensity: 55
Confidence: 80%
Horizon: Medium term

Industries3 Aug, 21:01positive

US Companies Bet on Low-Speed EVs; Fiat and Chip Motors Offer $15,000 Models

US automakers are increasingly betting on low-speed electric vehicles (LSVs), a niche between golf carts and light cars. Fiat plans to sell its electric Topolino in the US at about $15,000, while California startup Chip Motors offers a similar-priced “Chip” model. President Trump has voiced support for micro cars, and regulation is lenient, with a 25 mph speed cap and no airbag requirement. Industry players see the segment growing, targeting short trips in gated communities.

Effective: +27
Intensity: 60
Confidence: 70%
Horizon: Short term

Companies5

Companies30 Jul, 15:33positive

Tesla's 10 Millionth Electric Vehicle Rolls Off Production Line on July 30, 2026

Tesla's 10 millionth electric vehicle globally has officially rolled off the production line on July 30, 2026. The milestone marks a significant achievement for the company, which has been rapidly scaling production. The figure represents the cumulative number of electric vehicles Tesla has built since its first car. The company did not specify the model or production location of the 10 millionth vehicle.

Effective: +30
Intensity: 60
Confidence: 80%
Horizon: Medium term

Companies28 Jul, 19:18positive

Mercedes-Benz Launches All-Electric GLC in China, Gold Edition at RMB 339,800

Mercedes-Benz launched the all-electric GLC SUV in China on July 8, with the Gold Edition priced at RMB 339,800. The model offers a CLTC range of 703 km and can add 300 km of range in 10 minutes of fast charging. The launch marks the start of the brand's second-half product offensive and a key milestone in its 140th year in China. Mercedes-Benz delivered over 110,000 vehicles in China in the second quarter, leading the premium segments above RMB 400,000 and above RMB 1 million.

Effective: +29
Intensity: 60
Confidence: 80%
Horizon: Short term

Companies27 Jul, 09:06positive

Xiaomi Auto Unveils SkyNomad EREV SUVs and Kunlun Architecture for Family Travel

Xiaomi Auto will hold a technology launch event on July 30 at 7:00 p. m. to officially introduce two SkyNomad series EREV SUVs: the seven-seat N90 Max and the five-seat N70 Max. The event will also present the Xiaomi Kunlun Technology Architecture, which includes the Kunlun Platform, Kunlun Super EREV, and Kunlun All-Domain Safety. Developed from early 2023, the architecture enables flexible interior space via a flat floor and ultra-long rails. The N70 Max, already filed with regulators, measures 4,960 mm by 1,998 mm by 1,785 mm with a 2,950 mm wheelbase. A camping version of the N90 Max features an electro-hydraulic pop-up tent.

Effective: +28
Intensity: 60
Confidence: 80%
Horizon: Short term

Companies29 Jul, 09:46positive

CATL H1 2026 Revenue Jumps 55%, Net Profit Rises 42%, Gross Margin Slips to 23.2%

CATL posted H1 2026 revenue of RMB 276.9 billion, up 54.8% year-on-year, and net profit of RMB 43.3 billion, up 41.98%. Gross margin fell to 23.2% in Q2, near a multi-year low, as lithium carbonate costs rose. Energy storage revenues climbed to 19.2% of total sales, while battery shipments surged 61%.

Effective: +28
Intensity: 50
Confidence: 75%
Horizon: Short term

Companies31 Jul, 21:20positive

GM Plans to Launch Self-Developed In-Vehicle AI Assistant in Late 2026

General Motors plans to launch its own in-vehicle AI assistant in late 2026, combining conversational AI with vehicle knowledge and telematics for enhanced capabilities. The system will follow the deployment of Gemini AI on millions of 2022 and newer models. The automaker is working with an unnamed large language model provider to develop predictive maintenance and vehicle telemetry features, with data remaining proprietary.

Effective: +27
Intensity: 60
Confidence: 70%
Horizon: Medium term