By tradition, the Chinese New Year marks the proper moment for celebration — the most auspicious window to offer congratulations and warm wishes.
But 2020 was truly extraordinary. So extraordinary, in fact, that simply having made it through — even a little worn down — is itself something worth celebrating. These hardships are a chapter worth pausing to remember.
What matters more, however, is this: standing here today and looking toward the year ahead, what we can see before us is already unmistakably bright and full of promise.
That brightness and promise spans many dimensions — economic, political, real estate, capital markets, and more.
To offer one rather optimistic read: we can say with confidence — yes, the great storm has passed. It has finally passed.
Hardship forges resilience. Trial refines greatness.
And that, to me, is the final word on this year.
I won’t offer much analysis of what 2021 holds. I simply wish you and your family a peaceful, safe New Year’s holiday — and a steady, grounded welcome to the Spring Festival just around the corner.
Finally, thank you, 2020. Thank you for giving us a year that was as spectacular as it was absurd.
Goodnight, dear brothers and sisters. See you in 2021.
