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As reported, Beijing is considering deploying a substantial fiscal stimulus package of up to 6 trillion yuan ($842.9 billion). However, this fund is more of a ‘risk package’ aimed at recapitalizing banks, addressing unfinished housing units, and tackling local governments’ hidden debt. The primary goal of this stimulus is to combat deflationary pressures rather than stimulate consumption at this time.
The Hang Seng Index faced significant pressure in the past week, extending its losing streak to three weeks with a 1.03% decline. This downward trend was influenced by rising US Treasury yields, following the negative performance of the Dow and S&P 500.
On the Mainland, the PBoC’s stimulus measures and anticipation of further policy announcements drove demand for Mainland China-listed equities. The CSI 300 saw a gain of 0.79%, and the Shanghai Composite rose by 1.17%.
In the commodity markets, iron ore prices surged due to hopes of additional stimulus measures from Beijing, leading to a 3.19% increase in spot prices. Gold also made gains, reaching an all-time high of $2,758. Additionally, WTI Crude Oil closed higher at $71.78, fueled by concerns of potential supply disruptions in the Middle East.
Meanwhile, the ASX 200 ended the week in negative territory, declining by 0.87%. The S&P/ASX All Technology Index and banking stocks like National Australia Bank and Westpac Banking Corp. were notably affected by rising US Treasury yields.
In Japan, the Nikkei Index fell by 2.74% ahead of the general election, despite a weaker Japanese Yen. Notable stock movements included SoftBank Group Corp. and Tokyo Electron.
Looking ahead, investors should keep a close watch on stimulus measures from Beijing, the Middle East conflict, and the upcoming US Presidential Election. In Japan, the general election results and the Bank of Japan’s interest rate decisions are key factors to consider.
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