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(2)Salesforce’s $25 Billion Debt Sale Draws Weak Demand on AI Worry
Salesforce’s $25 Billion Debt Sale Draws Weak Demand on AI Worry
Cocoa Slumps Below $4,000 a Ton as Weak Demand Roils Market
The cocoa market is undergoing a violent correction as futures dropped below the $4,000-per-ton psychological threshold, a stark reversal from the record highs exceeding $11,000 seen in early 2024. This slump is primarily driven by 'demand destruction,' a phenomenon where prolonged high prices force confectioners and industrial processors to scale back production or alter recipes, ultimately curbing consumption. Recent 'grind data'—a proxy for demand—has shown significant weakness in key regions like Europe and North America, signaling that the supply-driven rally triggered by crop failures in West Africa has finally hit a price ceiling. Furthermore, market liquidity remains thin, leading to heightened volatility as traders liquidate long positions. While the structural deficit in global cocoa supplies persists due to aging trees and disease in Côte d'Ivoire and Ghana, the immediate market focus has shifted from supply scarcity to the viability of consumer demand. Investors should watch for the next quarterly grinding reports and any changes in 'forward cover' by major chocolate manufacturers, which will indicate if the bottom is in or if further deleveraging is required.
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(3)China's industrial profits rise 0.6% in 2025, accelerating in December as output expands despite weak demand
China's industrial sector showed signs of stabilization in 2025, with full-year profits rising 0.6% despite persistent headwinds. The data reveals a notable acceleration in December, driven primarily by expanded production capacity rather than a significant rebound in domestic consumption. This 'supply-side' recovery suggests that while factory output is scaling up, profit margins remain under pressure due to weak internal demand and deflationary risks. For investors, this creates a complex picture: while the top-line growth in industrial activity is positive for global commodity demand—benefiting miners like Rio Tinto and BHP—the lack of robust consumer spending continues to weigh on the broader equity market. The uptick in December reflects Beijing's ongoing fiscal support and manufacturing-focused stimulus, though it also raises concerns about potential overcapacity and trade frictions if surplus output is pushed toward international markets. Moving forward, investors should watch for whether this profit growth can transition from marginal gains to sustainable double-digit increases, which would likely require a more aggressive pivot toward demand-side stimulus from the PBoC and central government.
China’s Domestic LNG Price Falls to Five-Year Low on Weak Demand
China's domestic spot liquefied natural gas (LNG) prices have dropped to their lowest levels in five years, primarily due to subdued industrial demand amid a slowing economy and ample supply. This decline reflects a broader trend of weakening energy consumption within China, exacerbated by economic headwinds.
China Consumer Shares Hit Record Losing Streak on Weak Demand
Chinese consumer discretionary stocks have extended their unprecedented losing streak to 10 consecutive days, marking the longest period of decline since the CSI 300 Index's inception in 2005. This persistent downturn is driven by growing concerns over weak consumer demand within China, a critical component of the country's economic growth. The poor performance underscores the challenges facing the Chinese economy amid a cautious consumer environment.
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