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Report Investment Rating - Not provided in the content Core Viewpoints - The revision of the US non - farm payroll data截止March this year by 911,000, the lowest since 2000, indicates weak employment. The US 8 - month PPI was lower than expected and CPI met expectations, leading to high expectations of a Fed rate cut in September. Chinese economic data were mixed: the export growth rate declined in August, the core CPI rose steadily, and the new social financing scale exceeded expectations [3]. - On the fundamental side, the operating capacity of the electrolytic aluminum supply side was basically stable, but the proportion of molten aluminum continued to increase, and the subsequent supply of aluminum ingots was expected to decrease. The downstream aluminum processing开工率rebounded last week, but there were differences among sectors. The social inventory of aluminum ingots decreased to 625,000 tons, 1,000 tons less than last Thursday; the aluminum rod inventory was 132,500 tons, 7,500 tons less than last Thursday [3]. - Overall, the expectation of a Fed rate cut in September was strengthened, market risk appetite increased, and the aluminum price was supported. The operating capacity on the supply side was stable, and the supply of aluminum ingots might decrease. Consumption improved marginally, and the social inventory of aluminum ingots showed signs of destocking. Both the macro and fundamental aspects were positive, supporting the aluminum price to break through the previous high and remain strong in the short term [3]. Summary by Directory 1. Transaction Data - The price of LME aluminum for 3 months increased from 2,602.5 yuan/ton on September 5, 2025, to 2,701 yuan/ton on September 12, 2025, a rise of 98.5 yuan/ton. The SHFE aluminum continuous - three increased from 20,650 dollars/ton to 21,060 dollars/ton, a rise of 410 dollars/ton. The Shanghai - London aluminum ratio decreased from 7.9 to 7.8. The LME spot premium increased from 1.86 dollars/ton to 6.35 dollars/ton. The LME aluminum inventory increased by 600 tons to 485,275 tons, and the SHFE aluminum warehouse receipt inventory increased by 12,508 tons to 72,469 tons [4]. - The average spot price increased from 20,656 yuan/ton to 20,818 yuan/ton, a rise of 162 yuan/ton. The spot premium decreased from 0 to - 40 yuan/ton. The average price of Southern Storage spot increased from 20,608 yuan/ton to 20,762 yuan/ton, a rise of 154 yuan/ton. The Shanghai - Guangdong price difference increased from 48 yuan/ton to 56 yuan/ton. The social inventory of aluminum ingots decreased by 0.1 tons to 62.5 tons. The theoretical average cost of electrolytic aluminum decreased from 16,539.76 yuan/ton to 16,383.85 yuan/ton, and the weekly average profit of electrolytic aluminum increased from 4,116.24 yuan/ton to 4,434.15 yuan/ton [4]. 2. Market Review - The average weekly price of the spot market was 20,818 yuan/ton, a rise of 162 yuan/ton compared with last week; the average weekly price of the Southern Storage spot was 20,762 yuan/ton, a rise of 154 yuan/ton compared with last week [5]. - In the macro - aspect, the US non - farm employment was revised down by 911,000 as of March this year. The US 8 - month PPI inflation unexpectedly declined, and the CPI was in line with expectations. The initial jobless claims in the US last week increased by 27,000 to 263,000, the highest since October 2021. China's 8 - month import and export value increased by 3.5% year - on - year. China's 8 - month CPI was flat month - on - month and decreased by 0.4% year - on - year, while the core CPI increased by 0.9% year - on - year. The European Central Bank kept interest rates unchanged for the second consecutive meeting [5]. - On the consumption side, the domestic downstream aluminum processing开工率increased by 0.7 percentage points to 60.7%. The inventory of electrolytic aluminum ingots decreased to 625,000 tons, 1,000 tons less than last Thursday; the aluminum rod inventory was 132,500 tons, 7,500 tons less than last Thursday [6]. 3. Market Outlook - The macro - aspect strengthened the expectation of a Fed rate cut in September, increasing market risk appetite and supporting the aluminum price. However, attention should be paid to whether the Fed's interest rate decision on Thursday morning would lead to the situation of "buy on rumor, sell on news". The fundamental supply side had stable operating capacity, and the supply of aluminum ingots might decrease. Consumption improved marginally, and the social inventory of aluminum ingots showed signs of destocking. Both the macro and fundamental aspects were positive, supporting the aluminum price to break through the previous high and remain strong in the short term [7]. 4. Industry News - In August, the production and sales of automobiles were 2.815 million and 2.857 million respectively, with a month - on - month increase of 8.7% and 10.1% and a year - on - year increase of 13% and 16.4%. The production and sales of new energy vehicles were 1.391 million and 1.395 million respectively, with a year - on - year increase of 27.4% and 26.8%. From January to August this year, China's automobile production and sales exceeded 20 million for the first time [8]. - It was rumored that on Tuesday, US President Trump proposed at a meeting in Washington that the EU should impose a 100% tariff on India and China for purchasing Russian energy to pressure Russia to end the Russia - Ukraine conflict [8]. 5. Related Charts - The report provided 10 charts, including the price trends of LME aluminum 3 - SHFE aluminum continuous - three, the Shanghai - London aluminum ratio, LME aluminum premium, Shanghai aluminum month - to - first - continuous spread, Shanghai - Guangdong price difference, seasonal spot premium of Wumaoyi, domestic and imported alumina prices, electrolytic aluminum cost - profit, seasonal changes in electrolytic aluminum inventory, and seasonal changes in aluminum rod inventory [9][10][15]

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1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - The expectation of interest rate cuts in the US within the year is further strengthened, with the A - share market rising on heavy volume, and the bond market showing fluctuations. The prices of various commodities are influenced by macro - economic data, industry fundamentals, and geopolitical risks, showing different trends such as high - level oscillations, upward or downward trends [2][3]. 3. Summaries by Related Catalogs 3.1 Macro - Overseas: The non - over - expected CPI and cold initial jobless claims in the US in August strengthened the interest rate cut trading. The US 8 - month CPI was 2.9% year - on - year, core CPI was 3.1%, both in line with expectations and flat compared to July. The initial jobless claims rose to 263,000, hitting a more than two - year high. The market pricing of three interest rate cuts within the year was strengthened, the US dollar index fell to 97.5, the 10Y US Treasury yield dropped to the 4.0% mark, and US stocks reached new highs. The eurozone central bank maintained interest rates unchanged in September and raised growth and inflation expectations [2]. - Domestic: The A - share market rose on heavy volume, with over 4000 stocks rising and the trading volume reaching 2.4 trillion. The ChiNext and STAR Market led the gains. The bond market fluctuated sharply, with the unilateral rise of A - shares suppressing the bond market, but the marginal loosening of the capital side and the discussion of the central bank's restart of bond - buying drove the bond market to stop falling and rebound [3]. 3.2 Precious Metals - International precious metal futures prices closed mixed on Thursday. COMEX gold futures fell 0.23% to $3673.40 per ounce, and COMEX silver futures rose 1.12% to $42.07 per ounce. The market's expectation of the Fed's interest rate cut was strengthened, but the international gold price slightly declined due to long - position closing. It is expected that gold and silver prices will maintain a high - level oscillation before the Fed's interest rate cut on the 18th [4][5]. 3.3 Copper - On Thursday, the main contract of Shanghai copper oscillated upwards, and London copper approached the previous high of the year. The consumption in the domestic peak season is expected to return, and the market continues to bet on 2 - 3 interest rate cuts within the year. It is expected that copper prices will enter an oscillating upward trend in the short term [6][7]. 3.4 Aluminum - On Thursday, the main contract of Shanghai aluminum closed at 20,915 yuan/ton, up 0.63%. The LME closed at $2622/ton, up 0.21%. The social inventories of aluminum ingots and aluminum rods are both in the process of destocking, indicating that the peak - season consumption is gradually being realized. The short - term macro - environment and fundamentals are both positive, and aluminum prices will continue to show a strong performance [8][9]. 3.5 Alumina - On Thursday, the main contract of alumina futures closed at 2945 yuan/ton, up 0.79%. The supply - side pressure of alumina still exists, and the market is dominated by a bearish atmosphere. It continues to be under pressure. Attention should be paid to the cost support [10]. 3.6 Zinc - On Thursday, the main contract of Shanghai zinc oscillated narrowly during the day and shifted slightly upward at night. The social inventory in China continues to increase, which exerts pressure on zinc prices, but the inventory accumulation speed has slowed down. With the gradual recovery of consumption, destocking is still expected. Zinc prices will operate in a low - level oscillation in the short term [11]. 3.7 Lead - On Thursday, the main contract of Shanghai lead oscillated during the day and opened lower and moved higher at night. The high inventory exerts pressure on lead prices. It is expected that lead prices will maintain a weak oscillation before consumption improves [12]. 3.8 Tin - On Thursday, the main contract of Shanghai tin oscillated horizontally during the day and showed a strong oscillation at night. The low - level LME inventory still supports tin prices. It is expected that tin prices will follow the non - ferrous metal sector to repair with a strong oscillation in the short term [13][14]. 3.9 Industrial Silicon - On Thursday, the main contract of industrial silicon rebounded from a low level. The supply side shows a passive contraction trend, and the demand side has different performances in each link. The industrial silicon social inventory continues to decline, and the spot market stabilizes. It is expected that the futures price will maintain an oscillation in the short term [15][16]. 3.10 Lithium Carbonate - On Thursday, the price of lithium carbonate oscillated, and the spot price weakened. The short - term market still focuses on the resource game around the lithium mine event. Although the spot inventory is being destocked, more resources are flowing to the exchange. The lithium price may oscillate around the resource game [17]. 3.11 Nickel - On Thursday, the nickel price oscillated strongly. The US labor market shows signs of weakness, and the inflation pressure slows down. The market's expectation of the Fed's subsequent interest rate cut path is more dovish. The nickel price may oscillate strongly driven by the macro - environment [18][19]. 3.12 Crude Oil - On Thursday, the oil price oscillated. The views of OPEC and IEA are divergent. The market may be more inclined to the IEA's view, and the expectation of supply surplus may put pressure on oil prices in the medium and long term. However, short - term geopolitical risks are rising, and it is expected that the oil price will oscillate [20][21]. 3.13 Steel (Screw and Coil) - On Thursday, steel futures oscillated weakly. The steel production decreased, the inventory continued to accumulate, and the supply - demand relationship was not good. It is expected that the steel price will oscillate at a low level [22][23]. 3.14 Iron Ore - On Thursday, iron ore futures oscillated and declined. The iron ore price is affected by poor terminal demand and weak steel prices. The supply side is shrinking, and there is still a replenishment expectation in mid - to - late September. It is expected that iron ore will oscillate [24]. 3.15 Bean and Rapeseed Meal - On Thursday, the 01 contract of soybean meal rose 0.78%, and the 01 contract of rapeseed meal rose 0.98%. The market expects the NOPA's soybean crushing volume in August to reach a record high for the same period. The net sales of US soybeans for export are slow. It is expected that the domestic continuous meal will oscillate in the short term [25][26]. 3.16 Palm Oil - On Thursday, the 01 contract of palm oil fell 0.11%. High - frequency data shows that the production of Malaysian palm oil in early September decreased month - on - month, providing support for prices. It is expected that palm oil will oscillate and adjust in the short term [27][28]. 3.17 Metal Trading Data - The report provides the closing prices, price changes, price change percentages, trading volumes, and positions of various metal futures contracts on September 11, including SHFE copper, LME copper, SHFE aluminum, etc. [29] 3.18 Industrial Data - The report presents detailed industrial data for various metals such as copper, nickel, zinc, etc., including price changes, inventory changes, and basis changes from September 10 to 11 [30][31][32][33][34][35][36][37]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Views of the Report - Macro - globally, tariff policies have a relatively mild impact on economic growth expectations. In the US, the weak employment market has led to a rapid increase in expectations of preventive interest rate cuts by the Fed, and Trump's interference in Fed policies has shaken market confidence in the US dollar. In China, the central bank will implement moderately loose policies, the fiscal side will support traditional and emerging industries, and consumption subsidy policies will boost domestic demand [3][77]. - Fundamentals - globally, frequent mine interruptions have tightened the ore supply and affected the smelting end, raising the cost and thus the copper price. In the consumption end, traditional industries are entering the peak season, and the copper demand of emerging industries (except photovoltaics) remains rigid. Domestic inventory is at a low level, and the global inventory rebound is limited [3][77]. - Overall - the weak US employment market and non - significant inflation, along with the Fed's dovish stance, open the door for a September interest rate cut. Trump's interference challenges the Fed's independence, and the weak US dollar supports the copper price. The tightening of the ore end is intensifying and spreading to the smelting end. The domestic copper supply - demand will return to a tight balance, and social inventory may decline further. It is expected that the copper price will enter an upward - trending oscillation in September and may approach the first - half high if the interest rate cut is realized [3][77]. 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs 3.1 2025 August Copper Market Review - Copper prices showed an upward - trending oscillation in August. LME copper rose from around $9,550 to over $9,900, and SHFE copper rose from around 78,000 yuan to around 80,000 yuan. The upward trend was driven by expectations of interest rate cuts, concerns about the Fed's independence, and global mine supply shortages. As of August 29, LME copper closed at $9,906/ton with a monthly decline of 3.1%, and SHFE copper closed at 79,410 yuan/ton with a monthly increase of 1.75%. The market was characterized by a stronger overseas and weaker domestic performance [8]. - In terms of consumption, the terminal consumption of refined copper in China maintained off - season characteristics in August. The construction of power grid investment projects did not increase significantly, and orders in the real estate, engineering, and rail transit sectors slowed down. The air - conditioning production entered the off - season, and the demand for copper in the photovoltaic and communication fields was weak. However, the demand for copper connectors in the new - energy vehicle industry was good. The social inventory remained at a low level of 12 - 150,000 tons, and the spot premium increased after the contract change. The processing fee of copper rods was stable. It is expected that the consumption of traditional industries will recover in September, and the premium of domestic copper will rise [11][12]. 3.2 Macroeconomic Analysis 3.2.1 US Employment Market Shows Weakness, and Expectations of Preventive Interest Rate Cuts within the Year Rise - In August, the US non - farm payrolls increased by only 22,000, far below expectations, and the unemployment rate rose to 4.3%. The number of full - time jobs decreased by 357,000, and the ADP employment increased by only 54,000. The recruitment growth in the goods production and service sectors slowed down, and the salary increase of private - sector employees reached a four - year low. The Fed's latest Beige Book showed that consumer spending was flat or decreased, and corporate investment willingness declined. The weak employment market has increased the expectations of preventive interest rate cuts, with some in the market expecting a 50 - BP cut in September. However, some hawkish officials oppose the cut, arguing that inflation is still above the 2% target [14][15]. 3.2.2 US Manufacturing Contracts, while Eurozone Manufacturing Recovers Significantly - The US ISM manufacturing PMI in August dropped to 48.7, remaining in the contraction range for six consecutive months. Although the new orders index expanded for the first time this year, the employment index decreased, and the price - paid index declined, indicating a potential slowdown in inflation. The overall situation shows that US manufacturing enterprises face many challenges and are reluctant to expand investment [17]. - The Eurozone manufacturing PMI in August rose to 50.5, ending a three - year contraction. Germany's manufacturing PMI rose significantly, and France's also showed a recovery trend. The strong PMI data and controlled inflation provide a basis for the ECB's policy - making. The ECB may pause interest rate cuts in the short term, but there is a possibility of resuming cuts by the end of the year if service - sector inflation further declines and the impact of tariff policies on the economy intensifies [18]. 3.2.3 The Central Bank Implements Moderately Loose Policies, and the Decline in Industrial Enterprise Profits Narrowed in August - The central bank proposed to implement moderately loose monetary policies in the second - quarter monetary policy report. It aims to maintain liquidity, match the growth of social financing and money supply with economic growth and price targets, and promote a reasonable recovery of prices. It will also improve the interest - rate regulation framework, lower the cost of bank liabilities, and support key areas such as innovation, consumption, and small enterprises [19]. - In July, the year - on - year decline in the profits of Chinese industrial enterprises above a designated size narrowed. The profits of high - tech manufacturing increased rapidly, driving the overall industrial profit growth. The fourth - quarter policy of "anti - involution + stable growth" is expected to boost the demand for industrial products and non - ferrous metals, providing upward momentum for the copper price [20]. 3.3 Fundamental Analysis 3.3.1 Global Ore Supply is Continuously Disrupted, and the Panama Copper Mine Enters the Environmental Assessment Audit Stage - As of the end of August, the spot TC of copper concentrate remained at an extremely low level of around - $41/ton. The global supply interference rate of copper concentrate is increasing, and the supply growth rate in 2025 is expected to drop to 1.1% - 1.4%. Many major mines have experienced interruptions and suspensions, such as the Panama copper mine's environmental audit, the suspension of Teck Resources' expansion project in Peru, and the temporary shutdown of several mines in Chile and Indonesia. The output loss of Kamoa this year is expected to exceed 100,000 tons. The overall situation shows that the tight supply of copper concentrate continues [24][25]. 3.3.2 Domestic Output May Decline from the High Level, and the Release of Overseas Refined Copper Capacity is Restricted - In August, China's electrolytic copper output was 1.172 million tons, a year - on - year increase of 15.6%. However, due to the "770 Document" that restricts the production of scrap - copper enterprises, domestic refined copper output in September is expected to decline by 4% - 5% month - on - month, a reduction of about 50,000 - 80,000 tons. - Overseas, Glencore's two smelters in the Philippines and Chile have been shut down, resulting in an expected output loss of 300,000 tons this year. The new overseas refined copper production capacity in 2025 is expected to be 620,000 tons, but the actual increase is estimated to be only about 150,000 tons [31][32]. 3.3.3 Refined Copper Imports Gradually Recover, and the Yangshan Copper Premium in US Dollars Declines - From January to July, China's cumulative imports of unwrought copper and copper products decreased by 2.6% year - on - year, while the imports of copper ore and concentrate increased by 8.1%. The decline in refined copper imports narrowed to 6.4%, and the import volume in July increased by 8.2% year - on - year. In August, the export window gradually closed, and some overseas goods flowed back to the LME Asian warehouse. The Yangshan copper premium dropped significantly, and the US copper premium almost disappeared. The inflow of US scrap copper into China has decreased significantly [54][55]. 3.3.4 Overseas Inventory Flows to North America, and Domestic Inventory Enters a Low - Level Range - Since August, domestic inventory has remained in a low - level range of 120,000 - 150,000 tons. By August 29, the global visible inventory (including Shanghai bonded area) rebounded to 599,000 tons. The total inventory of the three major exchanges (LME, COMEX, and SHFE) increased by 70,000 tons to 516,000 tons. The COMEX inventory stopped increasing, and the LME inventory gradually recovered. The domestic copper visible inventory increased to 162,000 tons. It is expected that the global visible inventory will increase slightly in September, and domestic inventory may decline further due to the peak - season demand [58][60]. 3.3.5 Traditional Industries Enter the Peak Season, and the Growth of Emerging Industries (Except Photovoltaics) Remains Stable - Power grid investment - the total investment in the power grid by the State Grid and China Southern Power Grid in 2025 is expected to reach 80 billion yuan, an increase of 22 billion yuan compared to 2024. The construction of "5 direct - current and 2 alternating - current" UHV lines will start this year. The copper demand for power grid investment is expected to grow at a rate of 3% [65]. - Photovoltaic and wind power - from January to July, China's photovoltaic installed capacity increased by 80.7% year - on - year, but the growth rate slowed down significantly in July and August. The government is taking measures to regulate the photovoltaic industry, and the second - half installed capacity may decline sharply. The wind - power installed capacity increased by 79.4% from January to July, but the full - year forecast has been lowered. The copper demand for the wind - and - solar industries is expected to decline by 7% - 8% [66][69]. - Real estate - from January to July, China's real estate development investment decreased by 12% year - on - year. The decline in housing prices in 70 large and medium - sized cities narrowed. Policy support is expected to stabilize the real estate market, but the copper demand for real estate is expected to decline slightly by 2% - 3% [70][71]. - Air - conditioning - from January to July, China's air - conditioning production increased by 1.5% year - on - year. In September, the domestic and export production schedules of air - conditioners decreased compared to last year. The air - conditioning market faces challenges of weakening domestic and external demand [72][73]. - New - energy vehicles - from January to July, China's new - energy vehicle production and sales increased by 39.2% and 38.5% respectively. The export increased by 75.2%. With policy support, the copper demand for new - energy vehicles is expected to grow by more than 25% [74]. 3.4 Market Outlook - Macro - factors and fundamentals are expected to drive the copper price upward. The weak US dollar and tight supply - demand fundamentals will support the copper price. In September, the copper price is expected to oscillate upwards and may approach the first - half high if the interest rate cut is realized [77].

Report Summary 1. Investment Rating for the Industry The report does not provide an overall investment rating for the industry. 2. Core Views - The US PPI in August significantly cooled down, with the month - on - month rate at -0.1% and the year - on - year rate at 2.6%, lower than expected. This strengthens the market's expectation of the Fed's interest rate cut. In China, the CPI in August was dragged down by food, while the core CPI reached a new high for the year. The PPI has established a repair direction, but the repair slope is expected to be gentle. The A - share market may enter a period of shock consolidation, and the bond market remains weak [2][3]. - Different commodities show various trends. Precious metals are at a high level, copper prices break through upwards, aluminum prices continue to be strong, alumina is under pressure, zinc prices oscillate at a low level, lead prices are weakly oscillating, tin prices stabilize and rise, industrial silicon rebounds, lithium carbonate prices oscillate, nickel prices continue to oscillate within a range, oil prices are in a downward trend with geopolitical risks, steel prices stabilize at a low level, iron ore prices are strongly oscillating, and agricultural product prices such as soybean meal and palm oil are also in different oscillation states [4][6][8][11] 3. Summary by Commodity Category Macro - Overseas: The US 8 - month PPI was much lower than expected, with the month - on - month rate at -0.1% and the year - on - year rate at 2.6%. The market continued to bet on interest rate cuts, the US bond yield declined, the US dollar index closed at 97.8, and stock indices reached new highs. Geopolitical risks and sanctions on Russian oil buyers promoted the rise of oil prices, and the gold price oscillated narrowly. The nomination of Fed governor nominee Milan was approved by the Senate Committee, and the judge stopped the dismissal of Cook, with the Trump administration appealing urgently [2]. - Domestic: In August, the CPI was dragged down by food to -0.4%, the core CPI rose to 0.9%, and the PPI was -2.9% year - on - year, narrowing from the previous value. The A - share market rose with shrinking volume, and the bond market remained weak. The 10Y and 30Y interest rates rose to 1.81% and 2.09% respectively [3]. Precious Metals - On Wednesday, international precious metal prices oscillated at a high level and closed slightly higher. The decline of the US PPI data strengthened the expectation of interest rate cuts, providing support for the precious metal market. The US 8 - month PPI decreased by 0.1% month - on - month and increased by 2.6% year - on - year, both lower than expected. Precious metal prices are expected to continue to operate at a high level, and it is not advisable to chase high in the short term [4][5]. Copper - On Wednesday, the main contract of Shanghai copper oscillated strongly, and LME copper broke through the integer mark. The decline of the US PPI strengthened the expectation of the Fed's preventive interest rate cut. China's copper ore imports increased in August. In the short term, due to supply concerns and the arrival of the consumption peak season, copper prices are expected to remain strong at a high level [6][7]. Aluminum - On Wednesday, the main contract of Shanghai aluminum closed at 20790 yuan/ton, up 0.19%. The decline of the US PPI and Trump's pressure on the Fed strengthened the market's expectation of interest rate cuts. Fundamentally, the proportion of molten aluminum increased, the supply of aluminum ingots decreased, and downstream consumption improved marginally. The aluminum market atmosphere is positive, and Shanghai aluminum is expected to continue its strong trend [8][9][10]. Alumina - On Wednesday, the main contract of alumina futures closed at 2933 yuan/ton, down 0.37%. The alumina market is in an oversupply situation. The resumption of production of previously overhauled capacity and the possible inflow of imports may increase the supply pressure, and alumina is expected to continue its weak trend [11]. Zinc - On Wednesday, the main contract of Shanghai zinc oscillated strongly. The unexpected cooling of the US PPI strengthened the expectation of interest rate cuts, which boosted zinc prices. However, the fundamentals are still weak, and consumption improvement is not obvious. Zinc prices are expected to oscillate at a low level in the short term [12]. Lead - On Wednesday, the main contract of Shanghai lead oscillated weakly. The cost of recycled lead is loosening, and demand is not good. Although the supply is shrinking due to refinery overhauls, lead prices are expected to oscillate weakly [13]. Tin - On Wednesday, the main contract of Shanghai tin oscillated strongly. The decline of the US dollar and technical support boosted tin prices. However, the recovery of Myanmar's tin mines is slower than expected, and domestic terminal demand is average. Tin prices are expected to stabilize and rise after technical support [14][15]. Industrial Silicon - On Wednesday, the main contract of industrial silicon rebounded from a low level. The supply is in a passive contraction state, and demand has improved marginally. The social inventory has decreased, and the spot market has stabilized. Industrial silicon prices are expected to oscillate in the short term [16][17]. Lithium Carbonate - On Wednesday, the price of lithium carbonate opened lower with a gap and then ran strongly. Affected by the situation of lithium mines in Jiangxi, market sentiment fluctuates. Fundamentally, although it is the downstream peak - season stockpiling stage, supply remains high, and downstream is waiting and watching. Lithium carbonate prices are expected to oscillate widely in the short term [18]. Nickel - On Wednesday, nickel prices oscillated strongly. The unexpected cooling of the US PPI and the call for interest rate cuts did not have a significant impact on nickel prices. The market has fully priced in the expectation of interest rate cuts in September. In the industry, the price of Indonesian nickel ore is stable, and the demand for raw materials from steel enterprises is not strong. Nickel prices are expected to oscillate in the short term, and attention should be paid to the RKAB approval in Indonesia [19][20]. Crude Oil - On Wednesday, oil prices oscillated strongly. The EIA crude oil inventory increased, and OPEC is discussing whether to gradually lift the production cut. Geopolitical risks may boost oil prices in the short term, but the fundamental situation is bearish. Oil prices are expected to oscillate, and attention should be paid to the results of the OPEC meeting [21]. Steel (Screw and Coil) - On Wednesday, steel futures oscillated at a low level. Terminal demand is weak, and the spot market trading volume is low. After the concentrated resumption of production of northern steel mills, supply pressure increases. Steel prices are expected to stabilize at a low level and oscillate, and attention should be paid to the realization of demand [22]. Iron Ore - On Wednesday, iron ore futures oscillated strongly. With the concentrated resumption of production of northern blast furnaces, there is a demand for replenishment. Although port inventory has increased, the supply pressure is not large. Iron ore prices are expected to oscillate strongly [24]. Soybean and Rapeseed Meal - On Wednesday, the soybean meal and rapeseed meal contracts closed down. The precipitation in the eastern US soybean - producing area is less than average, and there is an expectation of a decrease in yield. Domestic spot supply is sufficient, and the basis is weak. The market is waiting for the USDA report, and soybean and rapeseed meal prices are expected to oscillate in the short term [25]. Palm Oil - On Wednesday, palm oil contracts closed down. The MPOB report showed an increase in inventory and production and a decrease in exports in August. High - frequency data also showed a decline in exports in early September. The market is affected by multiple factors, and palm oil prices are expected to oscillate and adjust, and attention should be paid to the lower support range [26][27]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Views of the Report - Overseas markets are trading the disappointing non - farm payroll data, fully pricing in a September Fed rate cut, with a 10% probability of a 50 - BP cut. The dollar index has fallen, and gold has reached a new high. Trump plans a "second - stage sanctions" on Russia, and the situation in Ukraine remains tense. In China, the August foreign trade data has cooled, but exports still have support in the second half of the year. The A - share market has rebounded, and the bond market is under pressure [2][3]. - Precious metals continue to rise, driven by weak US labor data and central bank gold purchases. Copper prices are expected to remain strong in the short - term due to a possible Fed rate cut and supply tightness. Aluminum prices are expected to oscillate favorably as consumption improves marginally. Alumina prices are expected to continue to oscillate negatively, but the decline may be limited by warehouse receipts [4][6][8]. - Zinc prices are under pressure from high inventories but may be supported by seasonal demand. Lead prices are oscillating due to increased inventory and cost support. Tin prices are expected to oscillate at high levels with limited demand improvement. Industrial silicon prices are expected to oscillate due to supply - demand contradictions. Lithium carbonate prices may oscillate strongly due to futures - spot resonance [13][15][16]. - Nickel prices are oscillating due to the game between policy expectations and weak reality. Crude oil prices are oscillating due to geopolitical risks and supply - demand uncertainties. Steel prices are expected to oscillate and rebound as exports remain resilient. Iron ore prices are expected to oscillate and rebound due to reduced overseas shipments and increased demand [21][22][24]. - Soybean meal prices are expected to oscillate as the US soybean good - rate is 64%, and domestic supply is sufficient. Palm oil prices are expected to oscillate and adjust as the early - September production in Malaysia has declined and inventory has increased slightly [27][29]. 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Macro - Overseas: The market is trading the disappointing non - farm payroll data, with the probability of a 50 - BP rate cut in September rising to 10%. The dollar index has fallen to 97.3, the 10Y US Treasury yield has fallen to 4.04%, and the US stock market has reached a new high. Gold has reached a new high of 3646 dollars, and copper and oil have risen slightly. Trump plans a "second - stage sanctions" on Russia [2]. - Domestic: China's August exports and imports in US dollars have increased by 4.4% and 1.3% year - on - year respectively, both weaker than expected. The A - share market has rebounded, and the bond market is under pressure. The 10Y and 30Y bond yields have closed at 1.78% and 2.04% respectively [3]. 3.2 Precious Metals - International precious metal futures have continued to rise, with the COMEX gold futures rising 0.67% to 3677.60 dollars per ounce and the COMEX silver futures rising 0.93% to 41.94 dollars per ounce. Weak US labor data and central bank gold purchases are the main drivers [4]. 3.3 Copper - The Shanghai copper main contract has oscillated narrowly, and the LME copper has found support at 9900. The spot market trading has been light. The Fed rate cut is imminent, and the Panama copper mine is about to start an environmental audit. Copper prices are expected to remain strong in the short - term [6][7]. 3.4 Aluminum - The Shanghai aluminum main contract has closed at 20720 yuan per ton, up 0.24%. The LME aluminum has closed at 2609.5 dollars per ton, up 0.27%. The electrolytic aluminum ingot inventory has increased slightly, and the aluminum rod inventory has decreased slightly. Aluminum prices are expected to oscillate favorably [8][11]. 3.5 Alumina - The alumina futures main contract has closed at 2960 yuan per ton, down 0.84%. The spot price has fallen, and the theoretical import window has closed. The warehouse receipts inventory may limit the downward space [10][12]. 3.6 Zinc - The Shanghai zinc main contract has oscillated, and the spot market trading has been average. The social inventory has increased to 15.21 million tons. Zinc prices are under pressure from high inventories but may be supported by seasonal demand [13][14]. 3.7 Lead - The Shanghai lead main contract has oscillated, and the social inventory has increased to 6.77 million tons. Lead prices are oscillating due to increased inventory and cost support [15]. 3.8 Tin - The Shanghai tin main contract has oscillated, and the social inventory has increased after four weeks of decline. Tin prices are expected to oscillate at high levels with limited demand improvement [16]. 3.9 Industrial Silicon - The industrial silicon main contract has rebounded from a low level. The Xinjiang region's operating rate has risen to 62%, and the Sichuan - Yunnan region's operating rate has recovered limitedly. The market is in a state of supply - demand contradiction, and prices are expected to oscillate [17][18]. 3.10 Lithium Carbonate - Lithium carbonate prices have oscillated strongly, and the spot price has weakened. The 2511 contract has increased in positions. Lithium prices may oscillate strongly due to futures - spot resonance [19][20]. 3.11 Nickel - Nickel prices have oscillated weakly. The Indonesian APNI has lowered the September nickel ore domestic trade benchmark price. The market is in a game between policy expectations and weak reality, and prices are expected to oscillate [21]. 3.12 Crude Oil - Crude oil prices have oscillated. The US - Venezuela conflict and the Russia sanctions are the main geopolitical risks. The market has different views on OPEC+'s production increase plan. Oil prices are expected to oscillate due to geopolitical risks and supply - demand uncertainties [22][23]. 3.13 Steel - Steel futures have oscillated. China's August steel exports have decreased slightly month - on - month but still maintained a high growth rate. The demand has rebounded slightly, and the supply pressure of hot - rolled coils has increased. Steel prices are expected to oscillate and rebound [24]. 3.14 Iron Ore - Iron ore futures have oscillated and rebounded. Overseas shipments have decreased significantly this week, and the demand has increased due to the resumption of production of northern blast furnaces. Iron ore prices are expected to oscillate and rebound [25]. 3.15 Soybean and Rapeseed Meal - The soybean meal 01 contract has risen 0.75%, and the rapeseed meal 01 contract has risen 0.24%. The US soybean good - rate is 64%. Domestic soybean supply is sufficient, and prices are expected to oscillate [27][28]. 3.16 Palm Oil - The palm oil 01 contract has risen 0.11%. The Malaysian palm oil production from September 1 - 5 has decreased by 6.28% month - on - month. The inventory has increased slightly, and prices are expected to oscillate and adjust [29][30].

1. Report Industry Investment Rating - No information provided in the report 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - Last week, the BMD Malaysian palm oil main contract rose 72 to close at 4,449 ringgit/ton, a 1.64% increase; the palm oil 01 contract rose 210 to close at 9,526 yuan/ton, a 2.25% increase; the soybean oil 01 contract rose 92 to close at 8,450 yuan/ton, a 1.1% increase; the rapeseed oil 01 contract rose 29 to close at 9,818 yuan/ton, a 0.3% increase; the CBOT US soybean oil main contract fell 0.9 to close at 51.2 cents/pound, a 1.73% decrease; the ICE canola active contract fell 10 to close at 617.5 Canadian dollars/ton, a 1.59% decrease [4]. - The slight weekly gain in palm oil was mainly due to strong export demand for Malaysian palm oil in August. Due to the Indian Diwali festival and its cost - effectiveness, the import demand from India increased significantly, providing price support. Market institutions expect the ending inventory of Malaysian palm oil in August to continue to increase to 2.2 million tons, and with limited market driving force, the market showed an overall oscillatory trend. There was limited news on the US soybean oil - related biodiesel policy. The weakening of US soybeans due to concerns about export demand dragged down US soybean oil, which closed down in an oscillatory manner [4][6]. - Macroeconomically, the US non - farm payrolls data in August were far below expectations, leading to an increase in market expectations of interest rate cuts. US Treasury bond prices rose significantly, and the US dollar index oscillated at a low level. Due to the weak US employment data and OPEC+ in principle agreeing to increase production again in October, oil prices trended weakly in an oscillatory manner. Fundamentally, the production of Malaysian palm oil in August is expected to increase slightly. Strong export demand provides price support, while the ending inventory is expected to increase to 2.2 million tons, limiting the upward momentum of prices. In the short term, the market driving force is limited. Subsequently, the Diwali festival stocking demand in India will continue. Attention should be paid to the upcoming MPOB report, and palm oil is expected to oscillate in the short term [4][6][10]. 3. Summary According to Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Market Data | Contract | Closing Price on Sep 5 | Closing Price on Aug 29 | Change | Change Rate | Unit | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | CBOT Soybean Oil Main Contract | 51.2 | 52.1 | - 0.9 | - 1.73% | Cents/pound | | BMD Malaysian Palm Oil Main Contract | 4449 | 4377 | 72 | 1.64% | Ringgit/ton | | DCE Palm Oil | 9526 | 9316 | 210 | 2.25% | Yuan/ton | | DCE Soybean Oil | 8450 | 8358 | 92 | 1.10% | Yuan/ton | | CZCE Rapeseed Oil | 9818 | 9789 | 29 | 0.30% | Yuan/ton | | Futures Spread between Soybean Oil and Palm Oil | - 1076 | - 958 | - 118 | - | Yuan/ton | | Futures Spread between Rapeseed Oil and Palm Oil | 292 | 473 | - 181 | - | Yuan/ton | | Spot Price of 24 - degree Palm Oil in Guangzhou, Guangdong | 9380 | 9320 | 60 | 0.64% | Yuan/ton | | Spot Price of Grade - 1 Soybean Oil in Rizhao | 8510 | 8470 | 40 | 0.47% | Yuan/ton | | Spot Price of Imported Grade - 3 Rapeseed Oil in Zhangjiagang, Jiangsu | 9860 | 9900 | - 40 | - 0.40% | Yuan/ton | [5] 3.2 Market Analysis and Outlook - Palm oil closed slightly higher last week. The strong export demand for Malaysian palm oil in August, driven by the Indian Diwali festival and cost - effectiveness, provided price support. Market institutions expect the ending inventory of Malaysian palm oil in August to reach 2.2 million tons, and with limited market driving force, it oscillated overall. US soybean oil closed down due to limited biodiesel policy news and the weakening of US soybeans. Canola continued its weekly decline as the Ministry of Commerce extended the anti - dumping investigation on imported canola from Canada until March 9, 2026, keeping demand under pressure [6]. - The MPOB monthly report preview shows that Reuters survey predicts that Malaysia's palm oil inventory in August 2025 will be 2.2 million tons, a 4.06% increase from July, reaching the highest level since December 2023; production is expected to be 1.86 million tons, a 2.5% increase from July, increasing for the second consecutive month to the highest level since August last year; export volume is expected to be 1.45 million tons, a 10.7% increase from July, increasing for the second consecutive month to a nine - month high [7]. - According to SPPOMA data, from August 1 - 31, 2025, the yield per unit area of Malaysian palm oil decreased by 4.18% month - on - month, the oil extraction rate increased by 0.29% month - on - month, and production decreased by 2.65% month - on - month. According to MPOA data, the estimated production of Malaysian palm oil from August 1 - 31 increased by 2.07%, with a 1.26% decrease in the Malay Peninsula, a 7.36% increase in Sabah, an 8.14% increase in Sarawak, and a 7.56% increase in East Malaysia. The estimated total production in August was 1.85 million tons [7][8]. - According to ITS data, Malaysia's palm oil export volume from August 1 - 31 was 1,421,486 tons, a 10.2% increase from the same period last month. According to AmSpec data, the export volume was 1,341,990 tons, a 15.37% increase. According to SGS data, the expected export volume was 1,170,043 tons, a 30.53% increase. Indonesia's Bureau of Statistics data shows that from January - July 2025, the export volume of Indonesian crude palm oil and refined palm oil was 13.64 million tons, a 10.95% year - on - year increase [8]. - According to foreign media reports, Indian palm oil imports in August increased by 16% month - on - month to 993,000 tons, reaching the highest level in 13 months; soybean oil imports decreased by 28% month - on - month to 355,000 tons, the lowest level in six months; sunflower oil imports increased by 27% month - on - month to 255,000 tons, the highest level in seven months; total edible oil imports increased by 3.6% month - on - month to 1.6 million tons, the highest level in 13 months [9]. - As of the week ending August 29, 2025, the inventory of the three major oils in key national regions was 2.5069 million tons, an increase of 97,800 tons from the previous week and 397,800 tons from the same period last year. Among them, soybean oil inventory was 1.2388 million tons, an increase of 52,800 tons from the previous week and 144,800 tons from the same period last year; palm oil inventory was 610,100 tons, an increase of 28,000 tons from the previous week and 16,500 tons from the same period last year; rapeseed oil inventory was 658,000 tons, an increase of 17,000 tons from the previous week and 236,600 tons from the same period last year [9]. - As of the week ending September 5, 2025, the average daily trading volume of soybean oil in key national regions was 25,540 tons, compared with 33,760 tons in the previous week; the average daily trading volume of palm oil was 1,756 tons, compared with 1,573 tons in the previous week [9]. 3.3 Industry News - The Planters' Association of Ceylon reiterated its call to lift the palm oil planting ban. The association's chairman said they had submitted a proposal, and the current government had shown a positive attitude, believing that the latest committee appointment would approve the lifting of the ban [11]. - A research institution's commodity research report shows that Malaysia's palm oil production in the 2024/25 season is expected to be revised up to 19.3 million tons, an increase of less than 1% from the previous estimate, with an estimated range of 18.8 - 19.8 million tons, reflecting strong production and good harvesting conditions. The preliminary estimate for Malaysia's palm oil production in the 2025/26 season (October - September next year) is 19.2 million tons [12]. - A research institution's commodity research report shows that Indonesia's palm oil production in the 2024/25 season is expected to be 49.5 million tons, a 1.4% increase from the previous estimate, with an estimated range of 44.5 - 54.5 million tons, due to strong output in the first half of the year. The preliminary estimate for Indonesia's palm oil production in the 2025/26 season (October - September next year) is 49 million tons [12] 3.4 Relevant Charts - The report provides 22 charts, including the price trends of Malaysian palm oil, US soybean oil, and the three major oils' futures and spot prices, as well as the production, inventory, and export volume trends of Malaysian and Indonesian palm oil, and the commercial inventory trends of domestic three major oils [14][15][16]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Views of the Report - The Fed's potential rate - cut in September and the weakening US dollar are favorable for risk assets, but the uncertainty of the Fed's personnel changes may disrupt market risk appetite. The domestic economy has the basis to achieve the annual growth target, and mild stimulus measures are expected to be introduced [2][87]. - Zinc concentrate supply is steadily recovering, with the growth of domestic ore processing fees slowing down and the acceleration of the recovery of imported ore processing fees. In September, due to more refinery maintenance plans, refined zinc production is expected to decrease by 2.62% to 60.98 tons, and zinc ingot imports still face large losses [2][87]. - Zinc demand is differentiated. Infrastructure construction is expected to speed up, and the issuance of the third batch of ultra - long - term special treasury bonds supports the domestic sales of durable goods. The delay of Sino - US tariff policies eases the export pressure of related products, and the concentrated grid - connection of deep - sea projects promotes the development of the wind power industry. However, the real estate market is weak, photovoltaic demand is overdrawn, and galvanized sheets are affected by anti - dumping, which will drag down consumption [2][87]. - Overall, the Fed's potential rate - cut and domestic economic support policies provide support for zinc prices. With the reduction of supply pressure and the approaching of the traditional peak demand season, zinc prices are expected to stabilize and rebound in September. Attention should be paid to whether the improvement in consumption can be effectively realized [2][87][88] 3. Summary According to Related Catalogs 3.1 Zinc Market Review - In August, the main contract price of Shanghai zinc fluctuated in a narrow range at a low level, with a monthly decline of 0.92%. London zinc's center of gravity moved slightly upward, with a monthly increase of 1.88% [6]. 3.2 Macroeconomic Analysis 3.2.1 US Situation - The US economy is mixed. Employment is cooling, inflation is moderate, and the Fed's stance has turned dovish. The probability of a rate cut in September is high, and the US dollar is in a weak position, which is favorable for risk assets. However, the uncertainty of the Fed's personnel changes will affect market risk appetite [8][9][10]. 3.2.2 Eurozone Situation - The eurozone's manufacturing prosperity is continuously recovering, inflation is stable, and the employment market is improving. The ECB is expected to keep interest rates unchanged in September, but the political crisis in France may put pressure on the euro [11][13]. 3.2.3 Domestic Situation - Most domestic economic indicators slowed down in July, but exports showed strong resilience. The annual growth target can still be achieved, and mild stimulus measures are expected to be introduced [14][15]. 3.3 Zinc Fundamental Analysis 3.3.1 Zinc Ore Supply - Global zinc concentrate supply is recovering. Overseas zinc concentrate is expected to increase by about 550,000 tons this year, and domestic zinc concentrate is expected to increase by about 100,000 tons. Zinc concentrate processing fees are rising, and zinc ore imports in July exceeded expectations [28][32][33]. 3.3.2 Refined Zinc Supply - In 2025, from January to June, global refined zinc production decreased year - on - year. Domestic production increased, while overseas production decreased. In September, refined zinc production is expected to decrease by 2.62% month - on - month, and zinc ingot imports are expected to decline [38][44][45]. 3.3.3 Refined Zinc Demand - From January to June 2025, global refined zinc consumption increased year - on - year. In the overseas market, the improvement of real estate and automobile consumption is uncertain. In the domestic market, the start - up of downstream primary processing enterprises in September is expected to improve, and the export of galvanized sheets has resilience. Traditional consumption sectors such as infrastructure and real estate show different trends, and emerging consumption sectors such as new energy have both opportunities and challenges [52][59][61]. 3.3.4 Inventory - In August, LME zinc inventory decreased rapidly, and domestic social inventory increased seasonally. In September, domestic social inventory is expected to turn to destocking [85]. 3.4 Summary and Outlook - The Fed's potential rate - cut and domestic economic support policies support zinc prices. With the reduction of supply pressure and the approaching of the traditional peak demand season, zinc prices are expected to stabilize and rebound in September. Attention should be paid to the improvement of consumption [87][88].

Report Industry Investment Rating No information provided on the report industry investment rating. Core Views of the Report - Short - term, it is not advisable to chase the rise of gold and silver, but in the medium - to - long - term, the outlook is positive [3][49]. - Since the beginning of this year, silver has been strongly favored. Although the silver price has risen by over 40% since the start of the year, it is still at a low level in terms of both absolute and relative prices compared to gold and copper, and has greater price elasticity, so its price trend is more promising [3][49]. Summary by Relevant Catalogs I. Precious Metals Market Review - In August 2025, precious metal prices were strong. Weak US non - farm payroll data at the beginning of August and Trump's actions triggered recession concerns and increased rate - cut expectations, driving up precious metal prices. However, strong PPI data in July weakened the September rate - cut expectation, pressuring precious metal prices. Trump's dismissal of Fed Governor Cook on August 20th boosted precious metal prices again. As of the end of August, the monthly increase of the COMEX gold futures main contract was 5.2%, and that of the COMEX silver futures main contract was 10.76%. In September, Trump's intensified intervention and weak non - farm data continued to strengthen rate - cut expectations and push up precious metal prices. The depreciation of the RMB against the US dollar in August made the domestic precious metal price increase weaker than that of the international market [8]. II. Analysis of Precious Metals Price Influencing Factors 1. Intensification of the Fed's Independence Crisis - Since Trump's second term in January 2025, he has repeatedly attacked Fed Chairman Powell for slow rate - cuts and threatened to dismiss him to offset the negative impact of tariff policies and reduce government debt interest. Although it is difficult to dismiss the Fed Chairman according to the current legal framework, the list of potential candidates has been narrowed to three. Powell's speech at the Jackson Hole Global Central Bank Annual Meeting in August shifted from hawkish to dovish, possibly indicating the beginning of the end of the Fed's independence. Trump's dismissal of Fed Governor Cook on August 25th was the first direct dismissal by a president since the Fed's establishment in 1913, intensifying market concerns about the Fed's independence, lowering long - term US Treasury yields and the US dollar index, and pushing up gold prices [15][16]. 2. Weak Non - farm Payrolls Strengthen Rate - cut Expectations - The August non - farm payroll data continued to deteriorate, with only 22,000 new jobs added, far lower than the expected 75,000. The unemployment rate rose to 4.3%, and the hourly wage growth rate was lower than before, all supporting the Fed's rate - cut. Other employment - related data also indicated a cooling labor market. Although the current evidence for a US economic recession is insufficient, Trump's greater control over the Fed provides political motivation for rate - cuts. Considering inflation data, the Fed may choose to cut rates by 25bp continuously, with 2 - 3 rate cuts this year [17][18]. III. Analysis of Market Structure and Capital Flows 1. Changes in the Gold - Silver Ratio - In August, the silver price outperformed the gold price, and the COMEX gold - silver ratio dropped from 90.4 to around 85. Recently, with the gold price hitting a new high, the ratio rebounded slightly. It is expected that the silver price will continue to catch up, and the gold - silver ratio is likely to continue to decline [22]. 2. Changes in Futures - Spot and Domestic - Foreign Price Spreads - In the first half of August, the RMB exchange rate against the US dollar fluctuated narrowly, and it depreciated in late August, narrowing the spread between Shanghai gold futures and COMEX gold futures. The spread between Shanghai silver futures and COMEX silver futures was within the normal range, and the domestic futures - spot spreads were also normal [24]. 3. Central Bank Gold - Buying Trends - Since 2010, global central banks have been net buyers of gold. In 2024, they bought over 1000 tons of gold for the third consecutive year. In the second quarter of 2025, central bank gold - buying slowed down, with a net purchase of 166 tons, a 21% year - on - year decrease. However, the first - half - year purchase was above the five - year average and over 40% higher than the ten - year average. China's central bank increased its gold reserves for the 10th consecutive month in August. It is expected that central banks will continue to buy gold in 2025, supporting gold demand [27][28]. 4. Changes in Precious Metals Inventories - Since December last year, due to the expectation of Trump's possible import tariffs on gold, a large amount of gold was transported to New York, increasing COMEX gold inventories. As of September 5, 2025, COMEX gold inventories were 38.96 million ounces (about 1212 tons), a 0.4% month - on - month increase and a 129% year - on - year increase. COMEX silver inventories were 518.37 million ounces (about 16123 tons), a 2.38% month - on - month increase and a 69% year - on - year increase. In August, the silver inventories of the Shanghai Futures Exchange and the Shanghai Gold Exchange decreased slightly [29][31]. 5. Analysis of Gold and Silver ETF Holdings - In the past three years, the positive correlation between the holdings of international gold and silver ETFs and precious metal prices has weakened. Recently, as the gold price hit new highs, funds flowed into gold and silver ETFs. In the second quarter of 2025, gold ETF investment was a key driver of gold demand. As of September 5, the holdings of the world's largest gold ETF - SPDR reached 982 tons, and the holdings of the world's largest silver ETF - ishares increased to 15194 tons [37][38]. 6. Changes in CFTC Positions - The non - commercial positions in COMEX represent the trend of speculative funds and usually lead the precious metal price trend. Since mid - August, the non - commercial net long positions in silver futures have increased rapidly, corresponding to the strong rise in the silver price. As of September 2, 2025, the non - commercial net long positions in COMEX gold futures were 249,530 contracts, and those in COMEX silver futures were 55,923 contracts. The inflow of speculative funds directly promoted the precious metal price increase at the end of August and the beginning of September [43]. IV. Market Outlook and Operation Strategies - Trump's intervention in the Fed and weak US employment data have strengthened the market's rate - cut expectations. Multiple positive factors such as capital inflows into ETFs, central bank gold - buying, and the recovery of physical demand support precious metal prices. Short - term, it is not advisable to chase the rise of gold and silver, but in the medium - to - long - term, the outlook is positive. Silver is more favored due to its relatively low price and high price elasticity [49].