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On January 11th, Apple’s stock price fell as much as 4% on Friday, after a well-known Apple analyst predicted that iPhone shipments this year may not meet Wall Street’s expectations. Analyst Guo Mingchi stated in a Medium article that the expected iPhone shipments in 2025 are between 220 million and 225 million units, while the market consensus expects 240 million units or more. He stated that Apple has taken a “cautious stance” when discussing this year’s iPhone production plans with some suppliers.

On January 11th, Sabrina Singh, Deputy Spokesperson for the US Department of Defense, stated at a briefing on January 10th that over 600 California National Guard members have participated in the Los Angeles wildfire rescue operation, and it is expected that the number of rescue personnel will further increase. Currently, 8 aircraft equipped with aerial fire suppression systems are ready for operation, and 500 active duty Marines are ready to provide road clearance, material distribution, search and rescue, transportation, and comprehensive support as needed. Another 10 naval helicopters are also ready to provide assistance.

On January 11th, Jiefu Rui upgraded the A-share rating of Ganfeng Lithium to hold, with a target price of 33.40 yuan; Upgrade the H-share rating of Ganfeng Lithium to hold, with a target price of HKD 20.88. Jiefu Rui has upgraded the A-share rating of Tianqi Lithium to hold, with a target price of 33 yuan; Upgrade the H-share rating of Tianqi Lithium to hold, with a target price of HKD 24.60. Jiefu Rui downgraded the A-share rating of Yankuang Energy to holding, with a target price of 12.97 yuan.

On January 11th, the Ukrainian Ministry of Finance announced on its official website that it received the first batch of 3 billion euros in loans from the European Union, secured by the proceeds of frozen Russian assets. According to reports, the EU will provide Ukraine with a loan of 18.1 billion euros in installments by the end of 2025, using the proceeds of frozen Russian assets as collateral. EU loans will be prioritized for Ukraine’s social and military budget expenditures, maintaining macroeconomic stability, and restoring critical infrastructure. The Ukrainian Ministry of Finance said that according to official EU data, the Russian central bank’s frozen assets in the EU amount to about 210 billion euros, generating 2.5 billion to 3 billion euros in revenue annually.

On January 11th, Ecuadorian media reported on the 10th that an armed attack occurred in the coastal city of Manta in the western province of Manavi on the evening of the 9th, resulting in 5 deaths. According to reports, around 23:00 local time, a group of armed militants broke into a two-story building in Manta city and opened fire on the occupants, resulting in 4 deaths on the spot and 1 death after being taken to the hospital. The police said that three of the victims had a history of drug trafficking and illegal gun ownership, and the attack may be related to drug trafficking activities in Manawi province. Manta City is located on the Pacific coast and is an important port city in Ecuador. On January 3rd, the Eritrean government declared a 60 day state of emergency in 7 provinces, including Manavi province, and 3 cities, including the capital Quito.

On January 11th, a Delta Air Lines Boeing 757-300 aircraft at Hartsfield Jackson International Airport in Atlanta, USA, was suspended due to engine failure during takeoff on January 10th local time. Passengers were safely evacuated through an emergency slide. The accident resulted in minor injuries to four passengers. It is reported that there were 201 passengers, 2 pilots, and 5 flight attendants on board.

The Chinese Embassy in Thailand issued a notice on the 11th, reminding Chinese citizens who come to Thailand to be alert to the trap of “high paying recruitment” and not to believe false promises such as “high paying jobs” and “package airfare and accommodation”, in order to avoid being deceived. According to the China Thailand visa free agreement, activities that require prior approval to enter the other country for work, study, etc. must obtain the corresponding visa before entry. If it is visa free entry, please do not engage in activities that do not comply with visa free regulations, such as illegal work, in Thailand. If the personal safety and legitimate rights and interests of Chinese compatriots who come to Thailand are violated during their stay in Thailand, please report to the police in a timely manner. They can also be reported by their relatives and friends in Thailand or entrusted to others, and contact the Chinese Embassy in Thailand for assistance.

On January 11th, Canadian Foreign Minister Melanie Joly stated that she will not run for the position of Prime Minister to replace Justin Trudeau. Joly, who has long been seen as a contender for the leader of the Liberal Party, said she will focus on her job before Donald Trump takes office on January 20th and threatens to impose tariffs on Canada.

On the 10th of the Science and Technology Innovation Board Daily, at the 2025 US International Consumer Electronics Show (CES), An Conghui, President of Geely Holding Group and CEO of Jike Intelligent Technology, said in an interview: “Jike will not be Jixing. However, as various brands under Geely Holding Group, everyone is collaborating with each other, such as Jixing using Jike’s vast architecture. But I believe that in the future, the collaboration and cooperation among various brands under Geely Holding will continue. It is understood that COO Qin Peiji will be fully responsible for Jixing business. (Reporter Huang Xinyi)

On January 10th, according to a research report by Tianfeng Securities, subsidies for purchasing new products such as mobile phones may stimulate semiconductor demand. It is expected that more regions across the country will include mobile phones and other products in the subsidy scope in the future. Against the backdrop of AI improving the user experience of new products, it is expected that purchasing new products will receive subsidies or accelerate consumer phone replacement. It is recommended to pay attention to the increasing demand for chips related to mobile phones/tablets/smart watches and wristbands.