Chinese stocks rebound on hopes for increased consumption stimulus
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Chinese equities closed the week on a positive note, driven by expectations of new policy measures aimed at stimulating domestic consumption. The CSI 300 Index climbed 2.4%, while the Shanghai Composite Index gained 1.8%. The Hang Seng Index in Hong Kong followed suit, rising 2.1%, with consumer stocks leading the charge.
Investor sentiment was buoyed by local government initiatives, particularly in Hohhot, Inner Mongolia, which announced cash subsidies to encourage higher birth rates. This move suggests a broader shift toward supporting population growth, with investors anticipating similar policies in other cities and provinces.
Consumer staples stocks were among the top gainers, with Yili surging 8.6% and Mengniu Dairy jumping 9.0% in Hong Kong. Liquor stocks also posted strong gains, with Moutai advancing 5.9%. This sector rotation aligns with UBS strategist James Wang's recent shift in preference from internet stocks to consumer equities, citing attractive valuations and a clear pro-consumption policy stance following the National People's Congress meeting.
Despite this week's rally, market performance remains mixed. While the CSI 300 Index gained 1.6%, the Hang Seng Index ended the week down 1.1%. However, China's financial regulator has called on institutions to increase credit availability for consumers, easing loan terms and quotas to support long-term economic growth.
All eyes are now on Monday’s press conference, where officials are expected to unveil further details on consumption-boosting measures. Investors will closely monitor policy developments to assess whether this recent momentum can be sustained, particularly in onshore consumer stocks, which hold approximately 20% representation in the CSI 300 Index and could further benefit from targeted government interventions.
Investor sentiment was buoyed by local government initiatives, particularly in Hohhot, Inner Mongolia, which announced cash subsidies to encourage higher birth rates. This move suggests a broader shift toward supporting population growth, with investors anticipating similar policies in other cities and provinces.
Consumer staples stocks were among the top gainers, with Yili surging 8.6% and Mengniu Dairy jumping 9.0% in Hong Kong. Liquor stocks also posted strong gains, with Moutai advancing 5.9%. This sector rotation aligns with UBS strategist James Wang's recent shift in preference from internet stocks to consumer equities, citing attractive valuations and a clear pro-consumption policy stance following the National People's Congress meeting.
Despite this week's rally, market performance remains mixed. While the CSI 300 Index gained 1.6%, the Hang Seng Index ended the week down 1.1%. However, China's financial regulator has called on institutions to increase credit availability for consumers, easing loan terms and quotas to support long-term economic growth.
All eyes are now on Monday’s press conference, where officials are expected to unveil further details on consumption-boosting measures. Investors will closely monitor policy developments to assess whether this recent momentum can be sustained, particularly in onshore consumer stocks, which hold approximately 20% representation in the CSI 300 Index and could further benefit from targeted government interventions.