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Chinese stocks flying after stimulus

ended 27. September 2024

After Beijing stimulus measures, the Chinese stock market is flying. And then some. The CSI 300 is up 3.5% today and looks set for a 15% rise on the week. Meanwhile, Hong Kong’s Hang Seng index is up 2.7% and could pull off its biggest rise since the late nineties. A few Qs:

  • Is this now the time to invest in China?
  • Could this rally feed into European and US markets?
  • What's causing it and how long do you think it will continue?

Any other insights and thoughts, send them across ASAP. Deadline is 10am.

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Chinese equities have transformed from market pariah to the hottest ticket in town, with a jaw-dropping reversal that's left even seasoned investors speechless. Yet, despite the temptation to dive in, this sudden surge could be a siren's call, luring the unwary into treacherous waters. The PBoC’s wide-ranging support package included interest rate cuts, bank reserve requirements reductions, and lower mortgage rates. These moves, coupled with additional fiscal support pledged by top leaders, have rekindled investor optimism. However, while impressive, the current rally is built on the shifting sands of government stimulus rather than solid fundamentals. With the market's buoyancy almost entirely dependent on central bank intervention, this over-reliance masks underlying structural issues. As investors watch with bated breath, one can't help but wonder whether this is the dawn of a new Chinese century or, more likely, just another chapter in the boom-and-bust saga of emerging markets.
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By cutting their key rate and reducing bank’s cash requirements, Beijing is focusing on economic growth. With the strong Chinese stimulus package, other major economies should be paying close attention or could get left behind.
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The key takeaway from the Chinese market is that you should never rule in or rule out a country. Having a menu of different markets to invest in to ensure a global equity portfolio is the recipe for success.