Xtrackers Harvest CSI 500 China A-Shares Small Cap ETF

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China small-cap ETF ASHS hits a new 52-week high, soaring 67% from lows on AI optimism, China rally and easing Middle East tensions.

Mainland investors were rare net sellers of Hong Kong-listed stocks overnight, a rare occurrence these days, totaling about $160 million. China YTD retail sales growth was stronger than expected.

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Despite mounting macro headwinds at the start of the year, Chinese equities have continued to deliver positive performance. While near-term flows can provide further upside, the durability for the equity rally will hinge on policy choices ahead.

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Sentiment remains fragile in China and Hong Kong stock market even China services activities have improved in December. Weak market breadth and a persistent bearish trend of the Chinese yuan since November has added to more woes to the Hang Seng Index.

China's stimulus plan head lead to big fund flows in ETFs. The trend towards private asset ETFs continues to gain steam.

Wall Street delivered a muted performance last week due to a host of global tensions.

Xtrackers Harvest CSI 500 China A-Shares Small Cap ETF ASHS is probably on the radar for investors seeking momentum. The fund just hit a 52-week high and moved up 57.4% from its 52-week low price of $22.02/share.