A-Shares Close with 10 Consecutive Gains, Highlighting Structural Trends; RMB Breaks 7.0, 2026 Outlook

The A-share market closed today with the Shanghai Composite Index flat, marking 10 consecutive positive sessions, yet nearly 3,500 stocks declined, underscoring the structural nature of the current rally. The humanoid robot and auto parts sectors surged in the afternoon, becoming the brightest spots, with related ETFs leading gains. This movement is driven by both catalysts like the opening of Unitree's first store and reflects deeper shifts in Chinese manufacturing upgrading and the global automotive landscape—China's auto sales surpassed Japan's for the first time in 2025, becoming the world's largest market.

On the macro front, the offshore and onshore RMB both broke through the 7.0 psychological barrier against the USD, sending a strong signal. Market consensus suggests that with robust exports, supportive policies, and potential sustained foreign capital inflows, the RMB may continue its appreciation trend in 2026, constituting a long-term positive for A-share assets.

Other market dynamics are noteworthy: HKEX saw six new listings simultaneously, with annual fundraising returning to high levels, indicating market vitality; the STAR Market reached 600 listed companies, showing continuous expansion in hard tech. Tonight, the Fed will release its meeting minutes, whose internal clues regarding a policy "pause" will have profound implications for global asset pricing.

Looking ahead to 2026, the market may continue its structural divergence. Sectors like tech manufacturing, artificial intelligence (the Ministry of Education plans policies for AI in education), and those benefiting from RMB appreciation may attract sustained capital. However, investors must closely monitor external monetary policy and geopolitical developments.

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  • Tags: A-Shares, RMB Exchange Rate, Robotics, Automotive Industry, Macro Policy
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