Asian Hedge Fund Manager, Long Short Equity, Macro

David Mudd

Cross Asset Strategy

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<li>Hong Kong Dollar continues to trade at the strong end of its band  resulting in upward pressure on HIBOR in turn causing a further unwind of the HKD carry trade.</li>
<li>HSI shows the strongest market breadth in 15 years as nearly all members trade above 200 DMA.</li>
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<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/xtep-international-holdings" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:18118:1" rel="noopener">Xtep International (1368 HK)</a> , <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/xiaomi-corp" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:24409:1" rel="noopener">Xiaomi Corp (1810 HK)</a> and <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/china-education-group-holdin" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:18218:1" rel="noopener">China Education Group (839 HK)</a> all had breakouts to form uptrends.  All are part of the consumption sector in China
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Hong Kong Dollar continues to trade at the strong end of its band  resulting in upward pressure on HIBOR in turn causing a further unwind of the HKD carry trade.
HSI shows the strongest market breadth in 15 years as nearly all members trade above 200 DMA.

Xtep International (1368 HK) , Xiaomi Corp (1810 HK) and China Education Group (839 HK) all had breakouts to form uptrends.  All are part of the consumption sector in China



Technically Speaking, Breakouts and Breakdowns: HONG KONG (OCTOBER 14)

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<ul><li>Meta officially unveiled the latest MR Quest 3S, prototype of its first Orion AR glasses, and updates on Meta AI and Ray-Ban smart glasses during the Meta Connect event.</li><li>The new Quest 3S came at US$ 299 as a more affordable version of Quest 3 (US$ 499) launched last year, equipped with reduced specs on display, resolution and optical solution, but featuring the same processor, MR functions, hand tracking and full gaming/social/entertainment experience with Horizon OS.</li><li>Meta also debuted Orion, its most advanced AR glass prototype, featuring wide FoV, holographic displays, see-through MR function, eye/hand tracking, new display architecture and wrist-based neural interface in a light design (100g). </li></ul>Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Meta officially unveiled the latest MR Quest 3S, prototype of its first Orion AR glasses, and updates on Meta AI and Ray-Ban smart glasses during the Meta Connect event.The new Quest 3S came at US$ 299 as a more affordable version of Quest 3 (US$ 499) launched last year, equipped with reduced specs on display, resolution and optical solution, but featuring the same processor, MR functions, hand tracking and full gaming/social/entertainment experience with Horizon OS.Meta also debuted Orion, its most advanced AR glass prototype, featuring wide FoV, holographic displays, see-through MR function, eye/hand tracking, new display architecture and wrist-based neural interface in a light design (100g). Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Technology - Meta Connect 2024: Quest 3S, Orion AR Glasses, AI and Ray-Ban Smart Glasses Updates

<ul><li>Huawei has launched the long-awaited world’s first tri-fold smartphone, Mate XT, yesterday (10 Sep), featuring tri-foldable screen with two hinges, flagship camera system (OIS/periscope/ultrawide angle) and AI features supported by in-house Kylin chips and Harmony OS.</li><li>Over 4mn preorders were made ahead of the launch. We believe the launch of this premium device could strengthen Huawei’s technology leadership in the foldable phone market (vs Samsung/Apple).</li><li>The design breakthrough will also boost foldable phone shipment momentum and ASP growth into FY24/25E given the new form factor, premium spec and AI-enabled features. </li></ul>Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Huawei has launched the long-awaited world’s first tri-fold smartphone, Mate XT, yesterday (10 Sep), featuring tri-foldable screen with two hinges, flagship camera system (OIS/periscope/ultrawide angle) and AI features supported by in-house Kylin chips and Harmony OS.Over 4mn preorders were made ahead of the launch. We believe the launch of this premium device could strengthen Huawei’s technology leadership in the foldable phone market (vs Samsung/Apple).The design breakthrough will also boost foldable phone shipment momentum and ASP growth into FY24/25E given the new form factor, premium spec and AI-enabled features. Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Technology - Huawei Mate XT: the world’s first tri-fold smartphone is unveiled

<ul><li>Apple unveiled four iPhone 16 models (16/16 Plus, 16 Pro/Pro Max), featuring bigger screens (premium models), better processor, improved battery life, new Camera Control button and Apple Intelligence features.</li><li>Apple also launched two Apple Watch (Series 10/Ultra 2) and three AirPods (4/Pro 2/Max).</li><li>We believe most spec upgrades and Apple Intelligence launch are in-line with expectations, and no price hikes for both iPhone 16/16 Pro models will be positive to unlock pent-up demand and boost replacement cycle, given AI integration and multiple new features. </li></ul>Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Apple unveiled four iPhone 16 models (16/16 Plus, 16 Pro/Pro Max), featuring bigger screens (premium models), better processor, improved battery life, new Camera Control button and Apple Intelligence features.Apple also launched two Apple Watch (Series 10/Ultra 2) and three AirPods (4/Pro 2/Max).We believe most spec upgrades and Apple Intelligence launch are in-line with expectations, and no price hikes for both iPhone 16/16 Pro models will be positive to unlock pent-up demand and boost replacement cycle, given AI integration and multiple new features. Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Technology - Apple Launch Event: New IPhone 16/Watch/AirPods Unveiled

<ul><li>Apple will host a “It’s Glowtime” event on 9 Sep (10 Sep BJ Time), and it is widely expected to introduce four new iPhone 16 models (16/16 Plus, 16 Pro/Pro Max), new Apple Watches (10/Ultra 3), and 4th-gen AirPods.</li><li>We believe the event will focus on the integration of Apple Intelligence with the new devices, which we expect to accelerate replacement cycle, despite part of iOS 18 AI features coming on a later date.</li><li>Potential upside surprises include iPhone price increase, earlier and new AI features, and better carrier promotions/trade-in. </li></ul>Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Apple will host a “It’s Glowtime” event on 9 Sep (10 Sep BJ Time), and it is widely expected to introduce four new iPhone 16 models (16/16 Plus, 16 Pro/Pro Max), new Apple Watches (10/Ultra 3), and 4th-gen AirPods.We believe the event will focus on the integration of Apple Intelligence with the new devices, which we expect to accelerate replacement cycle, despite part of iOS 18 AI features coming on a later date.Potential upside surprises include iPhone price increase, earlier and new AI features, and better carrier promotions/trade-in. Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Technology - Apple Sep event preview: All eyes on AI integration with new iPhone 16/Watch/AirPods

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Technically Speaking, Breakouts and Breakdowns: HONG KONG (OCTOBER 14)

HKD strengthens, HIBOR moves higher and HK shorts become more expensive. HK market breadth reached its highest level in 15 years last week. Xtep,...

David Mudd

Technology - Meta Connect 2024: Quest 3S, Orion AR Glasses, AI and Ray-Ban Smart Glasses Updates

Meta officially unveiled the latest MR Quest 3S, prototype of its first Orion AR glasses, and updates on Meta AI and Ray-Ban smart glasses during...

CMB International

Technology - Huawei Mate XT: the world’s first tri-fold smartphone is unveiled

We believe the launch of this premium device could strengthen Huawei’s technology leadership in the foldable phone market (vs Samsung/Apple).

CMB International

Technology - Apple Launch Event: New IPhone 16/Watch/AirPods Unveiled

Apple unveiled four iPhone 16 models (16/16 Plus, 16 Pro/Pro Max), featuring bigger screens (premium models), better processor, improved battery...

CMB International

Technology - Apple Sep event preview: All eyes on AI integration with new iPhone 16/Watch/AirPods

Apple will host a “It’s Glowtime” event on 9 Sep (10 Sep BJ Time), and it is widely expected to introduce four new iPhone 16 models (16/16 Plus, 16...

CMB International

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