Bridgewater CIO Urges You to Buy Gold: Amid a Scramble for Resources, Countries Are Selling U.S. Treasuries, Stockpiling Gold, and Rushing to Secure Copper!
‘This is a battle for resources,’ warned Bridgewater’s Co-CIO. Deglobalization has prompted countries to sell U.S. Treasuries, hoard gold, and scramble for copper. She ranked gold as her top asset pick for the next three years. Another prominent investor asserted that ‘copper prices will rise significantly.’
Up to $2.967 Billion! Innovative Biopharma Signs Landmark Overseas Deal | Selected After-Hours Announcements
A innovative pharmaceutical company has signed a major overseas deal; a leading stock in the intelligent computing sector plans to raise nearly RMB 2.9 billion through a private placement to invest in intelligent computing center construction; and the chairman of an agricultural and livestock giant has been replaced.
Latest portfolio adjustments by insurance-linked private funds: Honghu Series Funds reduced holdings in Shaanxi Coal Industry, newly entered positions in Kweichow Moutai and Wuliangye, and Taiping Zhiyuan expanded its portfolio to nine stocks.
① Honghu Fund reduced its stake in Shaanxi Coal Industry and newly entered positions in Kweichow Moutai, Wuliangye, and ICBC; ② Taiping Asset Management’s Zhiyuan portfolio established new positions in Zoomlion, Anhui Conch Cement, Western Mining, and seven other stocks; ③ Sunshine Holdings placed bets on specialty steel and chemical sectors, while Taikang invested in Hong Kong-listed expressway companies and Taiping selected leading traditional Chinese medicine firms; ④ Investment strategies are anchored on two main themes—high-dividend yield stocks and consumer sector leaders—with overall allocations still confined to traditional, legacy growth drivers.
Seventy-four genetically modified maize and soybean varieties are proposed for preliminary approval in the national review process, involving multiple listed companies.
① Seventy-three genetically modified (GM) maize varieties and one GM soybean variety are proposed for preliminary approval in the national review process; ② To date, China has cumulatively approved 160 GM maize varieties and 19 GM soybean varieties, and the current batch again includes varieties from multiple listed companies such as DBN Group and Longping High-Tech; ③ Some institutional research reports suggest that, with continued policy support, the adoption rate of GM crops is expected to rise further by 2026.
Molybdenum industry leader clarifies after two daily trading limits in three days: rumors about chip suppliers and large orders are unfounded | Selected Post-Market Announcements
The global molybdenum industry leader has issued a trading risk warning; 'the first mattress stock' announced a major litigation notice; and this brain-computer interface concept stock received an administrative regulatory measures decision letter...
The reduction in hog production capacity remains insignificant; however, Muyuan's convertible bond rating has been upgraded against the trend to AAA—what signal does this send?
① China Chengxin International upgraded the issuer credit rating of Muyuan Foods Co., Ltd. from AA+ to AAA, and simultaneously raised the rating of its outstanding RMB 9.543 billion 'Muyuan Convertible Bond' to AAA. ② The rating upgrade was primarily due to Muyuan Foods’ successful H-share offering and over-allotment, which strengthened its equity base and financing channels. ③ The hog industry as a whole remains in a downturn, and individual company performance warrants close observation.
Baijiu stocks surged unexpectedly, leaving the market baffled; heavily weighted funds have already begun adjusting their positions.
① Prior to this, the baijiu sector had experienced six consecutive years of declines, and some funds heavily invested in the baijiu sector have recently appointed additional fund managers; ② Industry insiders believe the baijiu sector is at a cyclical trough characterized by excessive pessimistic pricing and is supported by a triple catalyst of 'low valuation, policy tailwinds, and capital inflows.'
Fishmeal prices have risen nearly 60% year-on-year, and with the peak season for aquaculture demand approaching, prices may remain volatile at elevated levels.
① Super-grade fishmeal prices have reached RMB 20,500 per metric ton, up nearly 60% year-over-year; ② Rising fishmeal prices have driven some downstream feed products to increase prices passively; ③ Multiple industry insiders expect that, in the short term, domestic and international fishmeal prices will remain volatile at elevated levels, with upward pressure outweighing downside risks.
Pork prices remain sluggish while white-feathered chicken holds firm—has the adage 'one pig outweighs a hundred poultry' lost its relevance? Industry insiders: divergent supply-demand dynamics are driving independent market trends.
① Since the beginning of this year, hog prices have continued to decline, while profitability across all segments of the white-feathered broiler chicken industry has remained strong—has the long-standing industry adage that 'one hog overshadows a hundred poultry' lost its validity? ② Industry experts attribute the white-feathered broiler sector’s independent market performance to factors such as expansion into overseas markets, shifting consumer preferences in foodservice, and increased demand driven by pet food production capacity expansion.
UBS Group 100-Page In-Depth Report: China's Chemical Industry at the Start of a New Major Cycle
2026 could mark the beginning of a new cycle for China's chemical industry. UBS Group notes that slowing capital expenditure, strict policy controls on new capacity additions, and the exit of high-cost overseas production capacity are driving the sector into a recovery phase from its 2025 earnings trough. Rising oil prices, fueled by Middle East tensions, have further strengthened the competitive advantage of low-cost production routes such as coal-to-olefins and light hydrocarbon cracking. Current sector valuations and investor positioning remain subdued, with capital increasingly focusing on leading enterprises that possess global competitiveness, economies of scale, and cost-based moats. Sub-sectors such as polyurethanes, agrochemicals, and refrigerants exhibit notable upside elasticity.
Relevant departments convened a meeting with multiple pork enterprises and industry experts. The sentiment in the hog farming sector is expected to stabilize at the bottom.
①According to multiple informed sources, relevant departments will convene a symposium on May 11, inviting several hog enterprises, associations, and experts. ②Zhang Ziyang from Guojin Securities pointed out that the industry's production capacity has recently decreased under policy regulation and supply pressures. Meanwhile, industry prices have fallen below the total cost line. It is expected that the overall losses will lead to further reduction in production capacity, with the sector's activity currently stabilizing at its lowest point.
Intensified supply-demand imbalances have transformed sulfur into a high-value commodity, with prices surging approximately 80% year-to-date. The ability to reduce costs has become a core competency for downstream enterprises.
① The widening 'scissors gap' between supply and demand has led to a nearly 600% increase in sulfur prices over a period of about one and a half years, ushering in a supercycle for the industry; ② Analysts believe that conflicts in the Middle East have exacerbated the trend of tight sulfur supply, and the market outlook is likely to remain strong; ③ Downstream enterprises are adopting measures such as strengthening reserves at lower prices, striving to secure sulfur at average prices, and purchasing pyrite for acid production to cope with the situation.
The lithium price assumption of 200,000 yuan has returned: Energy storage is expected to push supply and demand into a deficit by 2026.
UBS Group has recently raised its forecast for the spot average price of lithium carbonate in China to RMB 200,000 per ton by 2026 and expects it may reach a near-term high of RMB 250,000. The core driver behind this price adjustment is the year-on-year growth of up to 60% in demand for energy storage batteries, while Zimbabwe's export ban has further tightened supply. UBS Group has significantly increased its earnings forecast for industry leaders, which now exceeds market consensus by 56% to 211%.
How are Middle Eastern funds increasing their holdings in A-shares? The Abu Dhabi Investment Authority appears among the top ten tradable shareholders of 66 stocks.
① In the first quarter, Middle Eastern sovereign wealth funds appeared in 77 shareholding records among the top ten tradable shareholders of A-share companies, with a total market value of holdings reaching 21.762 billion yuan; ② The Abu Dhabi Investment Authority significantly expanded its holdings, appearing in the top ten shareholders of 66 stocks in the first quarter, and newly entering 49 stocks including Zijin Mining and Luxshare Precision Industry; ③ The Kuwait Investment Authority scaled back its holdings, exiting some previous positions while newly entering individual stocks such as Sailun Tire and Yinlun Shares.
Up to 5 Billion Yuan! A Major Baijiu Giant Unveils Massive Share Buyback Plan | Post-Market Announcement Highlights
A leading baijiu company plans to spend up to 5 billion yuan to increase its stock holdings; a major listed securities firm intends to fully acquire the equity of a local brokerage; and a semiconductor materials enterprise has achieved three significant breakthroughs and secured orders... What are the noteworthy announcements after today's market close?
Goldman Sachs: Profit Reversal Expected in the Second Half for Hog and Fertilizer Sectors
Goldman Sachs believes that the performance in 2025 and the first quarter of 2026 will generally be weaker than expected, but the profit outlook for the second half of the year will significantly improve for hogs, fertilizers, and certain feed additives.
Latest Holdings Update of the Social Security Fund! In Q1, it Newly Entered the Top 10 List of Tradable Shareholders for 282 Stocks, with Shengong Development Receiving the Most Additions.
① Following the completion of the Q1 earnings reports of A-share listed companies, the Social Security Fund has newly entered the top ten list of circulating shareholders for 282 individual stocks; ② Among them, Shengnong Development saw the largest number of new holdings by the Social Security Fund, reaching three institutions; ③ Attached is a list of A-share stocks with the largest increase in institutional holdings by the Social Security Fund in Q1 (see appendix).
Raised nearly HKD 40 billion! 'Battery King' completes large H-share placement | Post-market announcement highlights
Global power battery giant completes a mega placement of nearly HKD 40 billion; leading chip foundry restructuring reaches a critical juncture; renowned veteran automaker announces plans to acquire shares in a Huawei-affiliated car company...
Single-quarter profit approaches the total for the entire year of 2025! Wuliangye's Q1 net profit surged 83% to 8.1 billion yuan, with plans for a maximum 10-billion-yuan share repurchase | Earnings report.
Wuliangye Yibin reported revenue of 22.838 billion yuan in the first quarter, representing a year-on-year increase of 33.67%; net profit reached 8.063 billion yuan, surging by 82.57% year-on-year, with quarterly profits approaching the total for the entire fiscal year of 2025. The company simultaneously announced a maximum share repurchase plan worth 10 billion yuan. However, sales expenses skyrocketed by 145%, and operating cash flow turned negative at -2.535 billion yuan due to increased settlements via bills. The balance sheet remains robust: cash holdings exceed 120 billion yuan, with no interest-bearing liabilities and ample cash reserves.
Is the first quarter of Three Squirrels a 'genuine recovery'?
The transformation is still underway.