Report Summary 1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Views of the Report - Last week, industrial silicon prices fluctuated upwards. The main reasons were the continuous fermentation of the anti - cut - throat competition sentiment in China, the strong performance of the polysilicon futures market boosting the price expectation of silicon materials, and the supply side maintaining a tight situation during the off - season to cope with the risk of downstream production capacity contraction [2][5][9]. - Overall, the self - discipline in the photovoltaic industry is gradually being implemented. The Fed may shift to a loose monetary policy in advance, providing a relatively abundant liquidity environment for commodities. China's growth - stabilizing policies will continue to support the economic fundamentals. Technically, the futures price has broken through the 8700 level and is expected to maintain a fluctuating upward trend in the short term [2][9]. 3. Summary by Directory Market Data | Contract | 8/22 | 8/15 | Change | Change Rate | Unit | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Industrial Silicon Main Contract | 8745.00 | 8805.00 | - 60.00 | - 0.68% | Yuan/ton | | Oxygen - containing 553 Spot | 9250.00 | 9400.00 | - 150.00 | - 1.60% | Yuan/ton | | Non - oxygen - containing 553 Spot | 9050.00 | 9200.00 | - 150.00 | - 1.63% | Yuan/ton | | 421 Spot | 9600.00 | 9750.00 | - 150.00 | - 1.54% | Yuan/ton | | 3303 Spot | 10550.00 | 10800.00 | - 250.00 | - 2.31% | Yuan/ton | | Organic Silicon DMC Spot | 10750.00 | 11400.00 | - 650.00 | - 5.70% | Yuan/ton | | Polysilicon Dense Material Spot | 47.00 | 44.00 | 3.00 | 6.82% | Yuan/ton | | Industrial Silicon Social Inventory | 54.3 | 54.5 | - 0.2 | - 0.37% | 10,000 tons | [3] Market Analysis and Outlook - **Supply**: The operating rate in Xinjiang slightly increased to 58%, while that in Sichuan and Yunnan was generally low, and the increase in Inner Mongolia, Gansu and other places was limited, so the supply side remained tight [2][5][9]. - **Demand**: Under the self - discipline agreement of the polysilicon industry, manufacturers were strongly advocating price hikes, but some downstream sectors were slightly resistant to price increases. The silicon wafer enterprises actively responded to the anti - cut - throat competition call, and their inventories were gradually returning to a reasonable level. The overall orders of photovoltaic cells were stable, and some enterprises expressed their willingness to raise prices following the raw materials. The component sector was under great production pressure, facing the dual pressures of rising raw material costs and weakening terminal demand [2][5][7]. - **Inventory**: As of August 22, the national social inventory of industrial silicon decreased to 543,000 tons, and the exchange registered warehouse receipt volume continued to increase. After the exchange issued new regulations on delivery standards, most of the 4 - series warehouse receipts could not be re - registered due to excessive titanium content, while the 5 - series warehouse receipts meeting the new standards were actively registered [8]. Industry News - **Arctech**: In the first half of 2025, Arctech achieved an operating income of 21.052 billion yuan, a year - on - year decrease of 4.13%. The net profit attributable to the parent company was 731 million yuan, a year - on - year decrease of 41.01%. The company actively limited production to maintain prices, and it was expected that the component shipments in the third quarter would be adjusted to 5.0 - 5.3GW, and the annual component shipments would reach 25 - 27GW [10]. - **Trump's Statement**: Trump said that his government would not approve photovoltaic or wind power projects, which would further increase the concerns of renewable energy enterprises. He blamed the rising electricity prices in the US on renewable energy [11]. Relevant Charts The report includes charts showing industrial silicon production, exports, inventory, and prices of related products such as polysilicon and organic silicon DMC, which visually display the historical data and trends of these indicators [13][16][18]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - The market's expectation of the Fed's interest rate cut in September has dropped from around 95% to about 75%. The inflation pressure caused by tariffs is still greater than the pressure of the weakening labor market [3]. - Overseas nickel ore supply continues to be in a loose state, with the price of laterite nickel ore showing signs of softening. The price of ferronickel has stopped rising, and the consumption of downstream stainless steel is weak. The salt market remains popular, but the market's acceptance of price increases is poor. The trading volume in the pure nickel market has picked up [3]. - In the later stage, nickel prices will maintain a range - bound pattern and may be technically corrected. The uncertainty on the macro - front remains high, and the game between inflation pressure and the weakening labor market will continue. The traditional consumer market remains sluggish, and the new energy sector may improve, but it is difficult to determine whether the expectations can be realized. The supply side remains stable at a high level, and the fundamentals are unlikely to improve significantly [3][11]. 3. Summary According to Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Market Data Summary | Variety | 2025/8/22 | 2025/8/18 | Change | Unit | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | SHFE Nickel | 119610 | 120340 | -730 | Yuan/ton | | LME Nickel | 14929 | 15151 | -222 | US dollars/ton | | LME Inventory | 209748 | 211662 | -1914 | Tons | | SHFE Inventory | 22552 | 23051 | -499 | Tons | | Jinchuan Nickel Premium | 2600 | 2200 | 400 | Yuan/ton | | Russian Nickel Premium | 500 | 400 | 100 | Yuan/ton | | High - Nickel Pig Iron Average Price | 936 | 936 | 0 | Yuan/nickel point | | Stainless Steel Inventory | 88.3 | 87.8 | 0.50 | Tons | [5] 3.2 Market Review - **Macro - level**: As of August 16, the number of initial jobless claims in the US was 235,000, higher than the expected 225,000. The US manufacturing and service PMI in August were both better than expected. Fed officials' hawkish remarks led to a significant downward revision of the market's expectation of a Fed interest rate cut in September to around 75% [6]. - **Nickel Ore**: The FOB prices of 1.5% laterite nickel ore in the Philippines and Indonesia have declined. The expectation of a loose nickel ore supply remains unchanged, and Indonesian nickel iron plants generally expect the nickel ore price to decline further in late August [6]. - **Pure Nickel**: In July, the domestic monthly production capacity decreased slightly by 400 tons to 53,699 tons, while the smelter's production schedule increased slightly. The domestic export and import of electrolytic nickel both increased year - on - year. After the import window opened, the imported resources increased significantly, and the spot inventory remained relatively stable [7]. - **Ferronickel**: The price of high - nickel pig iron (10% - 12%) rose from 925.5 yuan/nickel point to 929 yuan/nickel point. In July, China's nickel pig iron production decreased slightly month - on - month. In June, the domestic nickel iron import increased significantly year - on - year, mainly from Indonesia. In July, Indonesia's nickel iron production increased year - on - year but decreased month - on - month. As of August 15, the nickel iron physical ton inventory decreased slightly but remained at a high level. The stainless - steel consumption is still sluggish, and the short - term ferronickel price may peak and then fluctuate around the cost line [8][9]. - **Nickel Sulfate**: The prices of battery - grade and electroplating - grade nickel sulfate increased. In July, the production of nickel sulfate metal increased both year - on - year and month - on - month. The production of ternary materials also increased. The upstream and downstream inventory days of nickel sulfate decreased. The market for nickel sulfate remains popular, but the terminal market's resistance to high - nickel salts suppresses price increases [9]. - **New Energy**: From August 1 to 17, the retail sales of the new - energy passenger vehicle market increased year - on - year and month - on - month, with a penetration rate of 58.0%. The growth rate of new - energy vehicle sales has slowed down in the first and middle ten days of August. The replacement subsidy funds have been allocated, but the implementation of local policies varies, and the demand - side expectation is moderately weak [10]. - **Inventory**: The current six - location social inventory of pure nickel decreased by 1,019 tons compared with the previous period. The SHFE inventory decreased by 499 tons, and the LME nickel inventory decreased by 1,914 tons. The total inventory of the two major global exchanges decreased by 2,413 tons [10]. 3.3 Industry News - Boqian New Materials' subsidiaries plan to invest in expanding the production of ultrafine nickel powder, with a planned construction period of 12 months and an additional annual production capacity of 600 tons each [12]. - Indonesia announced the second - phase nickel ore domestic trade benchmark price for August, which decreased by about 0.1% compared with the first - phase price [12]. - Centaurus Metals plans to make a final investment decision on its Brazilian nickel ore project in the first half of 2026, with an expected investment of $370 million and an annual production capacity of about 20,000 tons of nickel [12]. - Nimy Resources discovered a potential large - scale copper - nickel mineralization in Western Australia, which may strengthen the company's layout in the copper - nickel - PGE exploration field [12]. - Indonesia's nickel ore production from January to July 2025 was lower than the target, with a realization rate of only 69% [12]. - BHP cut its dividend to the lowest level since 2017 and plans to sell its idle Nickel West business [12]. 3.4 Relevant Charts The report provides charts on the trends of domestic and international nickel prices, spot premiums, LME 0 - 3 nickel premiums, nickel domestic - to - foreign ratios, nickel futures inventory, nickel ore port inventory, high - nickel iron prices, 300 - series stainless - steel prices, and stainless - steel inventory [14][16].

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1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Views of the Report - Last week, copper prices stabilized and rebounded mainly because Powell's speech at the global central bank annual meeting was generally dovish. The market turned optimistic about a September interest rate cut again. Although the US manufacturing showed signs of improvement, there were concerns about the uncertainty of long - term demand after the implementation of tariff policies. Overseas mines remained in a tight supply situation, and the inventory accumulation during the domestic off - season was limited. [2][10] - Overall, Powell indicated that the Fed might need to adjust its policy path in advance to cope with economic downturn risks. The market interpreted it as the Fed abandoning restrictive policies and reopening the door for interest rate cuts. Although the US manufacturing was recovering, there were concerns about the demand outlook after the tariff policy. China maintained the LPR rate unchanged, and the anti - involution sentiment was still fermenting. The stable - growth policy supported the domestic market. Fundamentally, overseas mines remained tight, the domestic off - season inventory accumulation was slow, and the consumption of mainstream industries was resilient. It is expected that copper prices will fluctuate within a range in the short term. [2][14][15] 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs Market Data - **Price Changes**: From August 15th to August 22nd, LME copper rose by $49.00 to $9809.00 per ton, a 0.50% increase; COMEX copper fell by 2.8 cents to 446.1 cents per pound, a 0.62% decrease; SHFE copper fell by 370 yuan to 78690 yuan per ton, a 0.47% decrease; international copper rose by 170 yuan to 70220 yuan per ton, a 0.24% increase. The Shanghai - London ratio decreased by 0.08 to 8.02. The LME spot premium/discount increased by $15.37 to - $78.38 per ton, a - 16.39% change, and the Shanghai spot premium/discount decreased by 75 yuan to 150 yuan per ton. [6] - **Inventory Changes**: As of August 22nd, the total inventory of LME, COMEX, SHFE, and Shanghai Bonded Area increased to 596,737 tons, a 0.83% increase. LME copper inventory increased by 175 tons to 155,975 tons, a 0.11% increase; COMEX inventory increased by 2416 short tons to 271,482 short tons, a 0.90% increase; SHFE inventory decreased by 4663 tons to 81,680 tons, a - 5.40% decrease; Shanghai Bonded Area inventory increased by 7000 tons to 87,600 tons, an 8.68% increase. [9] Market Analysis and Outlook - **Macro - aspect**: Powell said at the Jackson Hole Global Central Bank Annual Meeting that US inflation was generally under control, but the employment market was weakening. The market optimistically interpreted it as a September interest rate cut being almost certain. The US August Markit manufacturing PMI initial value was 53.3, much higher than expected, but there were concerns about long - term demand after the tariff policy. The Fed was facing a dilemma between rising inflation and a deteriorating employment market, and the September interest rate cut expectation had dropped from 95% to about 80%. In China, the 1 - year and 5 - year LPR rates remained unchanged in August. [12] - **Supply - demand aspect**: Overseas, Codelco's Teniente mine was expected to reduce production by 40,000 tons this year, and the Kamoja project lowered its production forecast by over 100,000 tons. The global concentrate remained in short supply. Domestically, refined copper production remained high, but non - CSPT smelters began to cut production slightly due to the shortage of cold materials. In terms of demand, the power grid investment project construction weakened slightly, the consumption of the wind and solar industries was expected to decline, and the new energy vehicle industry was in the off - season but still had good year - on - year growth. The overall domestic demand decreased slightly month - on - month but was still resilient year - on - year, and the market was in a tight - balance state. [13] Industry News - First Quantum launched a $1.25 - billion expansion project at its Kansanshi copper mine in Zambia. The project is expected to increase the annual copper production to 250,000 tons by 2044. [16] - After a fatal collapse at Codelco's El Teniente copper mine in July, the company estimated a production of 316,000 tons this year (356,000 tons last year) and a loss of $340 million. Codelco will lower its 2025 production guidance. [17] - Peru's copper production in June was 228,932 tons, a 7.1% year - on - year increase, mainly due to the increase in production of Chinese - funded enterprises. However, the Las Bambas mine expected a production decline in July due to protests. Peru's copper production in the first half of 2025 was about 1.34 million tons, a 3.5% year - on - year increase. [17] - The processing fee for 8mm T1 wire and cable rods in the East China Yangtze River Delta market was stable last week, and the recycled copper rod market price fluctuated slightly. The transaction in the refined copper rod market declined, and it is expected that the operating rate of domestic refined copper rod enterprises will recover to over 70% in late August. [18][19] Relevant Charts A series of charts show the historical trends of copper prices, inventory, premiums/discounts, spreads, and other indicators, including the price trends of SHFE copper and LME copper, LME copper inventory, global visible inventory, etc., which provide references for analyzing the copper market. [20][25][31]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - Overseas, the expectation of interest rate cuts has converged, with the probability of a September rate cut dropping to 75%. The US manufacturing PMI in August reached a three - year high, and Fed officials' hawkish remarks have put pressure on the market. Domestically, the A - share market's risk appetite may have reached a short - term peak, and the bond market is expected to start a recovery. [2][3] - Most commodities are expected to show a volatile trend. Gold and silver prices are likely to remain volatile, waiting for Powell's speech. Copper, zinc, lead, tin, and other metals are expected to maintain narrow - range fluctuations. Aluminum and alumina are expected to oscillate, and lithium carbonate is in a game - based volatile stage. Crude oil is expected to be weak after a short - term technical correction, and agricultural products such as soybean meal and palm oil are also expected to fluctuate. [4][5][6] 3. Summary by Related Catalogs 3.1 Macro - Overseas: The US 8 - month manufacturing PMI reached 53.3, a three - year high, with inflation pressure increasing. Fed officials' hawkish remarks have dampened the market's expectation of a September rate cut. The dollar has risen, and the US bond yield has increased. [2] - Domestic: The A - share market weakened after a high opening on Thursday, with the trading volume remaining at 2.4 trillion. The risk appetite has declined, and the bond market has a chance to recover. [3] 3.2 Precious Metals - Gold futures on COMEX fell 0.15% to $3383.5 per ounce, and silver futures rose 0.87% to $38.1 per ounce. The better - than - expected US PMI data and Fed officials' remarks have put pressure on gold prices. The market is waiting for Powell's speech, and it is expected that gold and silver prices will remain volatile. [4][5] 3.3 Copper - The Shanghai copper main contract maintained a volatile trend. The US manufacturing showed signs of improvement, but there are concerns about long - term demand after the tariff policy. The Fed's internal differences remain large, and the Codelco has lowered its copper production forecast. It is expected that copper prices will remain volatile in the short term. [6][7] 3.4 Aluminum - The Shanghai aluminum main contract closed at 20590 yuan/ton, up 0.49%. The inventory of electrolytic aluminum ingots decreased. The good performance of the US and European manufacturing PMIs has improved the overseas demand expectation. It is expected that aluminum prices will oscillate in the current range. [8][9] 3.5 Alumina - The alumina futures main contract closed at 3124 yuan/ton, up 0.13%. The supply is slightly increasing, and consumption is stable. It is expected that alumina will continue to show a weak - oscillating trend. [10] 3.6 Zinc - The Shanghai zinc main contract showed a narrow - range oscillation. The better - than - expected US manufacturing PMI and Fed officials' remarks have put pressure on zinc prices. However, the decline in zinc prices has led to increased downstream purchases, and it is expected that zinc prices will maintain a narrow - range oscillation in the short term. [11] 3.7 Lead - The Shanghai lead main contract showed a narrow - range oscillation. The inflow of delivery goods has led to a slight decline in inventory, and the inverted price difference between refined and scrap lead provides support for lead prices. It is expected that lead prices will maintain a narrow - range oscillation. [12] 3.8 Tin - The Shanghai tin main contract showed a weak - oscillating trend. The supply of tin ore and scrap tin is tight, and the low LME inventory provides support, but consumption is weak. It is expected that tin prices will maintain a narrow - range oscillation. [13] 3.9 Industrial Silicon - The industrial silicon main contract rebounded from a low level. The supply is marginally loose, and the demand side has different performances. It is expected that the futures price will maintain an oscillating trend in the short term. [14][15] 3.10 Lithium Carbonate - Lithium carbonate prices are in a game - based volatile stage. Although the spot market has improved, the supply increase may exceed the demand, and it is recommended to wait and see. [16][17] 3.11 Nickel - Nickel prices oscillated weakly. The cost pressure of nickel iron has eased slightly, and the demand for stainless steel is limited. The cost of nickel sulfate is high, and the demand has resilience. It is expected that nickel prices will oscillate, and attention should be paid to Powell's speech. [18][19] 3.12 Crude Oil - Crude oil oscillated strongly. Geopolitical factors are heating up, and it is expected that oil prices will be weak after a short - term technical correction. [20] 3.13 Soybean and Rapeseed Meal - The soybean meal 01 contract and rapeseed meal 01 contract both declined. The US soybean is affected by drought, and the new - crop export sales exceeded expectations. The market expects the state reserve to release soybeans in November, and it is expected that the domestic soybean meal will oscillate in a range. [21][22] 3.14 Palm Oil - The palm oil 01 contract declined. The production of Malaysian palm oil in the first 20 days of August increased slightly, and Indonesia's inventory in June continued to decline. It is expected that palm oil will oscillate and adjust. [23][24] 3.15 Metal Main Variety Trading Data - The report provides the closing prices, price changes, trading volumes, and other data of various metal futures contracts such as copper, aluminum, zinc, lead, nickel, tin, gold, and silver on August 22, 2025. [26] 3.16 Industry Data Perspective - The document presents the data changes of various metals such as copper, nickel, zinc, lead, aluminum, alumina, tin, gold, silver, and related products including steel, iron ore, and agricultural products from August 20 to August 21, 2025, including prices, inventories, and price differences. [27][32]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Views of the Report - Overseas risk appetite continues to contract, with A-shares surging and the Science and Technology Innovation 50 leading the gains. The market is waiting for the further development of the relationships among the US, Europe, Russia, and Ukraine, as well as the guidance from Fed Chair Powell's speech at the Jackson Hole Global Central Bank Annual Meeting on Friday [2][5]. - The prices of precious metals rebounded due to increased market uncertainty. Copper prices are waiting for a driving force. Aluminum prices are expected to adjust within a limited range. Alumina prices face increasing pressure. Zinc prices are stabilizing and recovering. Lead prices are weakly oscillating. Tin prices are in a tangled state. Industrial silicon prices are weakly oscillating. Lithium carbonate prices are fluctuating widely. Nickel prices are oscillating within a range. Crude oil prices are oscillating. Soybean and rapeseed meal prices may oscillate. Palm oil prices may oscillate and adjust [4][6][8][10][11][13][15][16][19][20][21][22][25]. 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Macro - Overseas: The Fed's July meeting minutes released hawkish signals. Most people believe that inflation risks are higher than employment risks, with differences focusing on the impact of tariffs and interest rate levels. Some are worried about the instability of long - term inflation expectations and the fragility of the US Treasury market, and also concerned about the potential risks of stablecoins. Trump pressured to remove "dissidents" from the Fed, and the independence of the Fed is under threat. The market risk appetite continues to decline, with the US dollar index oscillating weakly, the 10Y US Treasury yield slightly declining, and US stocks continuing to fall. Gold, copper, and oil all rebounded. Attention is paid to the US August PMI tonight [2]. - Domestic: Leaders conducted intensive research and made speeches. A - shares rebounded after Wednesday's oscillation, with the trading volume shrinking to 2.45 trillion yuan. The market risk appetite recovered, the Science and Technology Innovation 50 rose by more than 3%, and sectors such as GPU and liquor led the gains. The bond market fell again as the stock market strengthened. The short - term risk appetite may be approaching the peak, and the bond market is expected to start a recovery [3]. 3.2 Precious Metals - On Wednesday, international precious metal futures prices both closed higher. Trump's call for Fed Governor Cook to resign increased market uncertainty, the US dollar index turned down, and precious metal prices rebounded. The Fed's July meeting minutes were hawkish. The meeting between the leaders of the US, Ukraine, and Russia cooled down. Investor risk aversion increased. Short - term precious metal prices are expected to maintain an oscillating trend [4][5]. 3.3 Copper - On Wednesday, the main contract of Shanghai copper oscillated narrowly, and LME copper sought support at the 9700 level. The macro situation shows that the Fed is facing a dilemma between rising inflation and a deteriorating employment market. The market is highly concerned about Powell's speech at the Jackson Hole Central Bank Annual Meeting on Friday. The CME observation tool shows that the probability of a Fed rate cut in September is 85%. In terms of industry, First Quantum has launched a $1.25 billion expansion project for its Kansanshi copper mine in Zambia. Short - term copper prices are expected to maintain an oscillating state waiting for a driving force [6][7]. 3.4 Aluminum - On Wednesday, the main contract of Shanghai aluminum closed at 20,535 yuan/ton, down 0.19%. The LME aluminum closed at $2,577/ton, up 0.37%. The Fed's July meeting minutes were hawkish. The short - term attitude of the Fed needs to be further observed. Fundamentally, aluminum prices have slightly declined in the past two days. At the transition between the off - season and peak season, downstream restocking at low prices has slightly improved, and the spot discount has converged. Technically, the downward adjustment range of aluminum prices is expected to be limited [8][9]. 3.5 Alumina - On Wednesday, the main contract of alumina futures closed at 3,147 yuan/ton, up 0.03%. The supply of alumina is expected to increase in the future, and the warehouse receipt inventory continues to accumulate, so the price pressure is increasing. Attention should be paid to the changes in production capacity [10]. 3.6 Zinc - On Wednesday, the main contract of Shanghai zinc oscillated narrowly during the day and slightly shifted upwards at night, and LME zinc closed higher. In July, the import of zinc concentrates exceeded expectations, while the import of refined zinc met expectations. Currently, raw materials are abundant. As zinc prices fall to near the previous low, downstream price fixing at low points increases. Short - term zinc prices are stabilizing and recovering, waiting for the guidance from Powell's speech on Friday [11][12]. 3.7 Lead - On Wednesday, the main contract of Shanghai lead oscillated narrowly both during the day and at night, and LME lead closed higher. Globally, the high visible inventory exerts pressure on lead prices. Domestically, the improvement in consumption falls short of expectations, and the production side is relatively stable. Lead prices lack the driving force to rise but also have no continuous downward momentum due to cost support. The fundamentals maintain a state of weak supply and demand [13][14]. 3.8 Tin - On Wednesday, the main contract of Shanghai tin first declined and then rebounded during the day and moved horizontally at night, and LME tin oscillated. In July, Myanmar's tin mines resumed production, but China's imports from Myanmar decreased instead. Indonesia's exports of refined tin decreased month - on - month, and overseas supplies remained tight. In the short term, the low LME inventory is difficult to reverse. Near Powell's speech, the expectation of a rate cut in September is volatile, and tin prices are in a tangled state [15]. 3.9 Industrial Silicon - On Wednesday, the main contract of industrial silicon oscillated weakly. Fundamentally, the supply side is showing a marginal loosening trend, while the demand side has limited consumption growth. The social inventory decreased slightly last week. The domestic anti - involution sentiment has cooled down. Short - term futures prices are expected to enter a weakly oscillating state [16][17]. 3.10 Carbonate Lithium - On Wednesday, carbonate lithium was weakly running, and the spot price was stable. An upstream salt factory in Jiangxi announced the resumption of production, but the actual output in August is expected to be limited. The core factor driving the wide - range price fluctuations may be the market's lack of confidence in the supply contraction promoted by policies. Short - term lithium prices may fluctuate widely due to emotional disturbances [19]. 3.11 Nickel - On Wednesday, nickel prices oscillated. The Fed's July meeting minutes showed that the economic outlook remains pessimistic. Under the expectation of abundant nickel ore supply, the price is still strong, but nickel iron plants are under cost pressure. The refined nickel market is warming up. Nickel prices are at the lower end of the range, and attention should be paid to the rebound at low levels [20]. 3.12 Crude Oil - On Wednesday, crude oil oscillated and strengthened. The market is waiting for the progress of the tripartite peace talks, and the market disturbances are relatively limited. The significant inventory reduction by the EIA has temporarily boosted market sentiment. However, the bearish fundamentals and the expectation of cooling geopolitical risks remain unchanged, and oil prices maintain an oscillating and wait - and - see state [21]. 3.13 Soybean and Rapeseed Meal - On Wednesday, the soybean meal 01 contract fell, and the rapeseed meal 01 contract rose. The second - day inspection results showed that the number of soybean pods in Nebraska was good, while that in Indiana was slightly lower than the same period last year. The dry weather in the US soybean - producing areas is expected to continue, and the yield per unit may be lowered. US soybean growers hope to reach a trade agreement with China. Short - term soybean and rapeseed meal prices may oscillate [22][23][24]. 3.14 Palm Oil - On Wednesday, the palm oil 01 contract fell. The latest data shows that the export demand for Malaysian palm oil is good, which supports the price and limits the decline. The US's exemption obligation for small refineries may be introduced earlier than expected, and US soybean oil oscillated and fell. Short - term palm oil prices may oscillate and adjust [25][26].

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Views of the Report - Overseas markets are waiting for the US-Russia-Ukraine meeting and Powell's speech at the Jackson Hole Annual Meeting. The overall risk appetite has declined marginally, and the US dollar index has rebounded, putting pressure on the metal market. The A-share market may be approaching an adjustment window, and the bond market is expected to start a repair行情 [2][3]. - Precious metals are expected to maintain a weak and volatile trend in the short term due to factors such as the strengthening of the US dollar index, the uncertainty of Powell's speech, and the easing of the Russia-Ukraine situation [4][5]. - Copper prices are expected to enter a weak and volatile phase in the short term due to factors such as the cooling of risk appetite, the rebound of the US dollar index, and the relatively sufficient supply of the copper industry [6][7]. - Aluminum prices are expected to fluctuate and adjust due to factors such as overseas news disturbances, the increase in supply expectations, and the continuation of the domestic seasonal off - season [8]. - Alumina prices are expected to fluctuate and adjust as the positive factors in the market have subsided, and the supply of imported bauxite is sufficient [9][10]. - Zinc prices are expected to maintain a weak trend with limited macro - micro support and the addition of short - selling funds [11][12]. - Lead prices are expected to operate weakly within a range due to the high inventory pressure of LME and the weak supply - demand pattern in China [13]. - Tin prices are expected to follow the London tin and fluctuate strongly in the short term, supported by factors such as the slow resumption of tin ore production and the strengthening of the LME monthly structure [14][15]. - Industrial silicon prices are expected to enter a weak and volatile phase in the short term due to the marginal relaxation of supply and the weak demand in the downstream [16][17]. - Lithium carbonate prices are expected to fluctuate widely. Although there is an upward possibility technically, attention should be paid to the impact of policy expectation corrections [18]. - Nickel prices are expected to continue to fluctuate within a range due to weak short - term macro - disturbances and no significant improvement in the industry [19]. - Crude oil prices are expected to operate weakly due to the cooling of geopolitical risks and the mismatch between OPEC+'s production increase plan and demand intensity [20]. - Soybean meal and rapeseed meal are expected to fluctuate. The precipitation in the US soybean - producing areas is lower than normal, and the Pro Farmer inspection results are initially better than expected [21][22]. - Palm oil is expected to fluctuate and adjust due to the cooling of the commodity market sentiment and the full trading of previous positive factors [23]. 3. Summary According to Related Catalogs 3.1 Macro - Overseas: The market is waiting for the US-Russia-Ukraine meeting and Powell's speech at the Jackson Hole Annual Meeting. The overall risk appetite has declined marginally, the US dollar index has risen to 98.3, the 10Y US Treasury yield has fallen to 4.3%, and the US stock market has adjusted. The Russia-Ukraine conflict has eased, and gold, copper, and oil have all weakened [2]. - Domestic: The A - share market's upward momentum has slowed down after rising on Tuesday, and the trading volume has shrunk to 2.64 trillion. The market sentiment has cooled down marginally. The stock market maintains a high - volatility state. The bond market is expected to start a repair行情 [3]. 3.2 Precious Metals - On Tuesday, international precious metal futures prices generally closed down. COMEX gold futures fell 0.57% to $3358.90 per ounce, and COMEX silver futures fell 1.84% to $37.33 per ounce. The market is waiting for Powell's speech at the Jackson Hole Annual Meeting, and the uncertainty of the speech, the expansion of US tariffs, and the easing of the Russia - Ukraine situation have all affected the market's risk - aversion sentiment [4]. 3.3 Copper - On Tuesday, the main contract of Shanghai copper fluctuated weakly, and LME copper fell below the $9700 level. The spot market trading was dull, and the downstream restocking willingness decreased. The LME inventory remained at 15.5 tons. The market is worried that the previous interest - rate cut expectations are too high, and the US economic situation is not suitable for a large - scale short - term interest - rate cut. The dollar index has rebounded, putting pressure on the metal market. In addition, Peru's copper production in June increased year - on - year [6]. 3.4 Aluminum - On Tuesday, the main contract of Shanghai aluminum closed at 20545 yuan/ton, down 0.19%. LME aluminum closed at $2567.5 per ton, down 0.81%. The expansion of US steel and aluminum tariffs has increased concerns about overseas demand, and the expectation of increased Russian aluminum supply has risen. The domestic seasonal off - season continues, and the aluminum price is expected to fluctuate and adjust [8]. 3.5 Alumina - On Tuesday, the main contract of alumina futures closed at 3203 yuan/ton, down 2.08%. The positive factors in the alumina market have subsided. The import of bauxite in July increased month - on - month, and the inventory of alumina warehouse receipts has continued to rise, and the market is adjusting [9][10]. 3.6 Zinc - On Tuesday, the main contract of Shanghai zinc fluctuated weakly, and LME zinc closed down. The downstream bargain - hunting increased, but the spot trading was still mainly among traders. A zinc project in Peru is under construction, and some zinc smelters in China have maintenance plans. The market risk appetite is cautious, and the zinc price is expected to maintain a weak trend [11][12]. 3.7 Lead - On Tuesday, the main contract of Shanghai lead fluctuated strongly during the day and closed down at night. LME lead operated weakly. The LME has continuously made large - scale deliveries, and the high - inventory pressure has put pressure on lead prices. The domestic supply - demand pattern is weak, and the lead price is expected to operate weakly within a range [13]. 3.8 Tin - On Tuesday, the main contract of Shanghai tin fluctuated strongly during the day and traded sideways at night. LME tin closed up. The fundamental contradiction lies in the slow resumption of tin ore production and the repeated concerns about overseas liquidity. The LME inventory is in a downward trend, and the tin price is expected to follow LME tin and fluctuate strongly [14][15]. 3.9 Industrial Silicon - On Tuesday, the main contract of industrial silicon fluctuated narrowly. The supply side is marginally relaxed, and the downstream demand is weak. The social inventory has increased slightly, and the industrial silicon price is expected to operate weakly and fluctuate [16][17]. 3.10 Lithium Carbonate - On Tuesday, lithium carbonate fluctuated, and the spot price rose significantly. The market is still gambling on resource disturbances, but the bulls are relatively conservative. The actual trading volume is limited, and the lithium carbonate price is expected to fluctuate widely [18]. 3.11 Nickel - On Tuesday, nickel prices fluctuated weakly. The macro - disturbances are weak in the short term, and there is no significant improvement in the industry. The nickel price is expected to continue to fluctuate within a range [19]. 3.12 Crude Oil - On Tuesday, crude oil fluctuated weakly. The geopolitical risks have cooled down, and the market's concern about Russian oil sanctions has weakened. OPEC+'s production increase plan does not match the demand intensity, and the oil price is expected to operate weakly [20]. 3.13 Bean and Rapeseed Meal - On Tuesday, the 01 contract of soybean meal rose 6 to 3161 yuan/ton, and the 01 contract of rapeseed meal rose 14 to 2604 yuan/ton. The initial results of the Pro Farmer inspection are better than expected, but the precipitation in the US soybean - producing areas is lower than normal, and the soybean and rapeseed meal prices are expected to fluctuate [21][22]. 3.14 Palm Oil - On Tuesday, the 01 contract of palm oil rose 56 to 9640 yuan/ton. The Malaysian Palm Oil Council expects palm oil prices to remain above 4300 ringgit. The export demand for palm oil is good, but the commodity market sentiment has cooled down, and the palm oil price is expected to fluctuate and adjust [23]. 3.15 Metal Main Variety Transaction Data - The report provides the closing prices, price changes, price change percentages, total trading volumes, total open interests, and price units of various metal futures contracts such as SHFE copper, LME copper, SHFE aluminum, etc. on the previous trading day [24]. 3.16 Industry Data Perspective - The report provides detailed industry data such as the closing prices, inventory changes, spot premiums and discounts, and other data of copper, nickel, zinc, lead, aluminum, alumina, tin, gold, silver, and other metals on August 19 and August 18 [27][28][29][30][31].

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Views of the Report - Macroeconomically, the upcoming tri - party meeting between the US, Russia, and Ukraine and the speech of Fed Chairman Powell at the Jackson Hole Annual Meeting are the focuses. The A - share market hit a new high in the past decade, and the bond market was under pressure. [2][3] - Precious metals: The prices of gold and silver are expected to remain volatile in the short term as the market awaits Fed policy guidance and the development of the US - Europe - Russia - Ukraine relations. [4][5] - Copper: The price of copper is expected to maintain a high - range oscillation in the short term, with the market focusing on Powell's stance and the tight supply of copper concentrates providing cost support. [6][7] - Aluminum: The price of aluminum is expected to be adjusted in a volatile manner due to the cooling of the Fed's interest - rate cut expectation and weak consumption in the off - season. [8] - Alumina: The supply pressure of alumina is expected to increase, and the futures price may move down with a fluctuating center. [10] - Zinc: The zinc price is expected to be weak and volatile due to continuous inventory accumulation and the strengthening of the US dollar. [11] - Lead: The lead price is expected to have a narrow - range oscillation due to weak supply and demand and high inventory. [12] - Tin: The tin price is expected to have a narrow - range oscillation due to the weak supply and demand situation. [13][14] - Industrial silicon: The price of industrial silicon is expected to be volatile, with the supply side showing a marginal relaxation and the demand side having limited transactions. [15][16] - Lithium carbonate: The lithium price may still rise slightly driven by sentiment, but the increase is expected to be limited. [17][18] - Nickel: The nickel price is expected to be volatile, with the market paying attention to the review progress of illegal nickel mines in Indonesia. [19] - Crude oil: The oil price is expected to remain volatile as the market needs to pay attention to the geopolitical situation. [20] - Soybean and rapeseed meal: The Dalian soybean meal may be strong in a volatile manner, with the US soybean having a good growth condition and the domestic near - term supply being sufficient. [21][22] - Palm oil: The palm oil may be strong in a volatile manner, with the export demand being strong and the production increase narrowing. [24][25] 3. Summary According to Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Main Variety Views 3.1.1 Macro - Overseas: After the "Trump - Zelensky meeting", Trump called Putin to arrange a tri - party meeting. The market was calm, with the US dollar index rising to 98.1, the 10Y US Treasury yield rising to 4.33%, and the stock and commodity markets showing different trends. [2] - Domestic: The A - share market broke through the 2021 high of 3731 points, with the trading volume reaching 2.81 trillion yuan. The bond market was under pressure, and the 10Y and 30Y Treasury yields rose to 1.77% and 2.037% respectively. [3] 3.1.2 Precious Metals - On Monday, COMEX gold futures fell 0.14% to $3378.00 per ounce, and COMEX silver futures rose 0.24% to $38.07 per ounce. The market is waiting for Fed policy guidance and the development of the US - Europe - Russia - Ukraine relations. [4] 3.1.3 Copper - On Monday, the Shanghai copper main contract oscillated around 79000, and the LME copper fell slightly at night. The market is concerned about Powell's speech, and the probability of a September interest - rate cut has dropped to 84.6%. China's copper imports in July were 480,000 tons, a year - on - year increase of 10%. [6] 3.1.4 Aluminum - On Monday, the Shanghai aluminum main contract closed at 20,595 yuan/ton, down 0.63%, and the LME aluminum closed at $2588.5 per ton, down 0.56%. The electrolytic aluminum inventory increased, and the market is waiting for Powell's speech at the Jackson Hole Annual Meeting. [8] 3.1.5 Alumina - On Monday, the alumina futures main contract closed at 3171 yuan/ton, down 1.12%. The supply pressure is expected to increase, and the inventory has risen significantly. [9][10] 3.1.6 Zinc - On Monday, the Shanghai zinc main contract was weak and volatile, and the LME zinc was also weak. The social inventory increased to 135,400 tons, and the zinc price is expected to be weak and volatile. [11] 3.1.7 Lead - On Monday, the Shanghai lead main contract had a narrow - range oscillation, and the LME lead was weak. The social inventory decreased slightly, and the lead price is expected to have a narrow - range oscillation due to weak supply and demand. [12] 3.1.8 Tin - On Monday, the Shanghai tin main contract had a narrow - range oscillation, and the LME tin was also narrow - range oscillating. The supply and demand are both weak, and the tin price is expected to have a narrow - range oscillation. [13][14] 3.1.9 Industrial Silicon - On Monday, the industrial silicon main contract was weakly oscillating. The supply side showed a marginal relaxation, and the demand side had limited transactions. The price is expected to be volatile. [15][16] 3.1.10 Lithium Carbonate - On Monday, the lithium carbonate opened higher and oscillated. The raw material prices rose, but the real - demand increment was less than the supply. The lithium price may rise slightly driven by sentiment, but the increase is limited. [17][18] 3.1.11 Nickel - On Monday, the nickel price oscillated. The nickel ore supply is expected to be loose, and the stainless - steel market is weak. The market is concerned about the review of illegal nickel mines in Indonesia. [19] 3.1.12 Crude Oil - On Monday, the crude oil oscillated. The tri - party meeting released positive signals, but the market still worried about the sanctions on Russian oil. The oil price is expected to remain volatile. [20] 3.1.13 Soybean and Rapeseed Meal - On Monday, the soybean meal and rapeseed meal futures rose. The US soybean had a good growth condition, and the Dalian soybean meal may be strong in a volatile manner. [21][22] 3.1.14 Palm Oil - On Monday, the palm oil futures rose. The Malaysian palm oil production increase in the first half of August narrowed, and the export demand was good. The palm oil may be strong in a volatile manner. [24][25] 3.2 Yesterday's Main Futures Market Closing Data - The data shows the closing prices, price changes, price change rates, trading volumes, and open interests of various futures contracts, including metals, agricultural products, and energy products. [26][29] 3.3 Industrial Data Perspective - The data presents the price changes, inventory changes, and other indicators of various industrial products from August 15 to August 18, including copper, nickel, zinc, lead, aluminum, alumina, tin, precious metals, steel, iron ore, coking coal, coke, and agricultural products. [30][32][34]

Report Title - The report is titled "Macro and Major Asset Semi-Annual Report: Loose Liquidity and Risk Appetite Resonance, A-shares Expected to Reach New Highs" [1] Investment Rating - No investment rating for the industry is provided in the report Core Views - In the first half of 2025, under the impact of Trump's domestic and foreign policies, global major asset fluctuations intensified. Stocks performed the best, followed by bonds. Commodities were divided, with externally-driven varieties outperforming domestic-demand products. The currencies of the G2 countries were under pressure, with both the US dollar and the RMB weakening [2][3][8] - In the domestic market, equities (+5.83%) > bonds (+0.87%) > commodities (-2.09%) > RMB (-6.03%). A-shares' performance was centered around China's AI breakthroughs and Trump's tariff disruptions. AI利好 catalyzed the technology and growth sectors to lead in stages, boosting risk appetite. Tariff uncertainties dragged down the export chain, suppressing the valuation repair of the cyclical and manufacturing sectors. Bonds mainly fluctuated based on tight liquidity, tariff-induced risk aversion, and their gains significantly converged compared to 2024. The RMB appreciated against the US dollar and depreciated against non-US currencies. Commodities were divided, with precious metals shining and domestic-demand commodities such as black metals and industrial products remaining weak [3][8] - In the overseas market, bonds (+7.27%) > equities (+6.07%) > commodities (+5.96%) > US dollar (-10.79%). In the first half of the year, global risk appetite fluctuated significantly. Trump's tariff policies once triggered a sharp market shock, but the recession remained at the expected level. Global stock markets quickly recovered after a sharp decline, with the Hong Kong, German, and South Korean stock markets rising by over 20%. Global bonds generally rose, led by emerging markets and US bonds, while European bonds were weaker. Commodities generally rose slightly, led by livestock and oils, with metals and industrial raw materials having moderate increases. The US dollar index fell by over 10%, dragged down by cooling soft data, tariff impacts on credit, and doubts about the Fed's independence [3][8] - Looking ahead, A-shares are expected to reach new highs due to the continuation of loose global central bank liquidity and the approaching of the profit bottom. In the bond market, treasury bond yields may decline further but with weak odds. Gold prices are bullish in the medium to long term, supported by global loose liquidity, geopolitical risks, and anti-globalization. Copper prices are expected to rise as the global economy is expected to recover and the supply of concentrates is expected to tighten. Oil prices are expected to be weak in the second half of the year due to oversupply and weak demand [3] Summary by Directory 1. Major Asset Performance - In the first half of 2025, under the impact of Trump's domestic and foreign policies, global major asset fluctuations intensified. Stocks performed the best, followed by bonds. Commodities were divided, with externally-driven varieties outperforming domestic-demand products. The currencies of the G2 countries were under pressure, with both the US dollar and the RMB weakening [8] - In the domestic market, equities (+5.83%) > bonds (+0.87%) > commodities (-2.09%) > RMB (-6.03%). A-shares' performance was centered around China's AI breakthroughs and Trump's tariff disruptions. AI利好 catalyzed the technology and growth sectors to lead in stages, boosting risk appetite. Tariff uncertainties dragged down the export chain, suppressing the valuation repair of the cyclical and manufacturing sectors. Bonds mainly fluctuated based on tight liquidity, tariff-induced risk aversion, and their gains significantly converged compared to 2024. The RMB appreciated against the US dollar and depreciated against non-US currencies. Commodities were divided, with precious metals shining and domestic-demand commodities such as black metals and industrial products remaining weak [8] - In the overseas market, bonds (+7.27%) > equities (+6.07%) > commodities (+5.96%) > US dollar (-10.79%). In the first half of the year, global risk appetite fluctuated significantly. Trump's tariff policies once triggered a sharp market shock, but the recession remained at the expected level. Global stock markets quickly recovered after a sharp decline, with the Hong Kong, German, and South Korean stock markets rising by over 20%. Global bonds generally rose, led by emerging markets and US bonds, while European bonds were weaker. Commodities generally rose slightly, led by livestock and oils, with metals and industrial raw materials having moderate increases. The US dollar index fell by over 10%, dragged down by cooling soft data, tariff impacts on credit, and doubts about the Fed's independence [8] 2. Equity Market 2.1 A-shares - In the first half of 2025, A-shares performed well, with broad-based indices generally rising. The Beizheng 50, CSI 1000, and CSI 2000 led the gains, showing a significant structural market. The performance of large-cap blue-chip indices such as the SSE 50 and CSI 300 was relatively limited. Overall, the market fluctuated greatly in the first half of the year, and risk appetite fluctuated between "China's AI narrative" and "Trump's tariffs." The market generally trended upward, with a decent profit-making effect. The market can be roughly divided into four stages [13] - Stage 1 (January 1 - January 13): The market declined weakly due to a lack of economic data, weakening policy effects from the fourth quarter of 2024, and rising overseas uncertainties ahead of Trump's inauguration. During this period, most indices adjusted, with the ChiNext Index leading the decline and the growth sector performing weakly [16] - Stage 2 (January 14 - March 18): The market rose significantly as the strong expectations for China's AI industry outweighed the weak economic reality. The market's pessimistic sentiment was significantly repaired after the China-US presidential call in mid-January, and risk appetite recovered. The popularity of DeepSeek in late January triggered strong expectations for China's AI innovation, becoming the core driver of the market. The "strong expectations" for China's AI industry outweighed concerns about Trump's tariffs and the "weak reality" of economic data, driving the market's trading volume to an average of 1.8 trillion yuan and the margin trading balance to a 10-year high of 1.9 trillion yuan. During this period, most indices rose, with small-cap growth stocks such as the Beizheng 50 and CSI 2000 leading the gains [17] - Stage 3 (March 19 - April 7): Risk appetite declined as the market shifted from strong industry expectations to economic reality. The market's expectations for a Q1 reserve requirement ratio (RRR) cut and interest rate cut were disappointed, and the liquidity remained tight until the end of March. The 10-year treasury bond yield rose, and overseas liquidity tightened marginally, putting pressure on valuations. The market's trading volume declined. On April 7, Trump's announcement of "reciprocal tariffs" far exceeded market expectations, triggering a global risk-off sentiment. The A-share market tumbled after the Tomb-Sweeping Festival holiday, with the Shanghai Composite Index falling by more than 7% and thousands of stocks hitting the daily limit down [18][19] - Stage 4 (April 8 - June 30): The market gradually recovered as policy support and a stabilization of global risk appetite boosted investor confidence. Trump's decision to delay the implementation of reciprocal tariffs for 90 days helped to stabilize global risk appetite. In response to the US tariffs, the Chinese government quickly introduced a series of policies to support the economy and counter the US measures. The central bank injected liquidity through a stabilization fund, helping to restore market confidence. The market entered a structural recovery phase with strong support at the bottom [19] - Looking ahead to the second half of the year, A-shares still have upward momentum. On the earnings side, policy support is expected to improve the economic fundamentals, and the "earnings bottom" is approaching. On the valuation side, loose monetary policies at home and abroad are expected to continue, providing support for equity valuations. Policy support is expected to strengthen market expectations, and the A-share market is expected to reach new highs this year, breaking through the high set on September 24 last year. The market's performance will depend on the timing of the Fed's interest rate cuts and the recovery of domestic risk appetite [20][21][22] 3. Bond Market 3.1 Treasury Bonds - In the first half of 2025, the bond market entered an adjustment phase after a unilateral upward trend at the end of 2024. The market's pricing of the weak domestic economic momentum became more comprehensive, and tight liquidity, tariff policies, and the recovery of risk appetite became the core variables driving interest rate fluctuations. The bond market can be roughly divided into three stages [27] - Stage 1 (January 1 - March 19): Interest rates rose as the market's expectations for loose monetary policies were revised, liquidity tightened, and the stock market strengthened. In early 2025, the 10-year treasury bond yield quickly fell below 1.6% due to the continued impact of loose policy expectations at the end of 2024. Subsequently, tight liquidity, disappointed expectations for a Q1 RRR cut and interest rate cut, and the recovery of risk appetite driven by the revaluation of technology stocks led to a rebound in interest rates. The yield curve showed a "bear flattening" trend. By mid-March, the 10-year treasury bond yield approached 1.9%, reaching a new high for the year [30] - Stage 2 (March 20 - April 7): Interest rates declined as the central bank shifted its focus to supporting the economy, risk aversion increased due to Trump's tariff policies, and regulatory guidance was introduced. As economic data weakened and external risks increased, the central bank shifted its policy focus from "risk prevention" to "growth stabilization." The tight liquidity in the first quarter gradually eased, and the equity market entered an adjustment phase. The 10-year treasury bond yield declined to 1.8%. In early April, Trump's tariff policies far exceeded market expectations, triggering a global stock market crash. Risk aversion drove funds into the bond market, and the 10-year treasury bond yield dropped to 1.6% [30] - Stage 3 (April 8 - June 30): Interest rates fluctuated within a narrow range as the market balanced the recovery of risk appetite, the implementation of loose monetary policies, and the increase in bond supply. In the second quarter, the bond market generally fluctuated within a narrow range as the market weighed the recovery of risk appetite, RRR cuts and interest rate cuts, and the supply of government bonds. The market mainly focused on two factors: 1) The China-US trade talks in Geneva reached an unexpected consensus, boosting market sentiment. The resilience of exports in the second quarter also provided some support for the economy and put pressure on the bond market. 2) The central bank announced RRR cuts and interest rate cuts in early May, leading to a marginal easing of liquidity. Despite the large supply of government bonds, the central bank's open market operations showed a strong intention to support liquidity, providing some support for interest rates [31] - Looking ahead to the second half of the year, treasury bond yields may break through their previous lows, but the odds are weak. The economic fundamentals have not reversed, and the bond market is still likely to benefit from loose monetary policies. However, the recovery of risk appetite and the increasing attractiveness of risk assets may limit the downside potential of bond yields. The bond market may face some challenges in the second half of the year, including a potential increase in inflation expectations and the uncertainty of Trump's domestic and foreign policies [32][34][35] 4. Commodity Market 4.1 Gold - In the first half of 2025, the gold price continued its upward trend from last year, rising by more than 25%. The price increase was mainly driven by the risk aversion sentiment triggered by Trump's policies, increasing recession expectations, and doubts about the US dollar's credit. The gold market can be roughly divided into three stages [43] - Stage 1 (January 1 - April 2): The gold price rose as Trump's inauguration increased trade tensions, and weak US economic data and rising recession expectations drove investors to seek safe-haven assets. The US dollar index and the US treasury bond yield declined, and central banks around the world continued to increase their gold reserves, driving the gold price higher. During this period, the gold price trended upward [44][47] - Stage 2 (April 3 - April 21): The gold price reached a new high as Trump's tariff policies triggered a global risk-off sentiment and a crisis of confidence in the US dollar. The global market was shocked by Trump's announcement of "reciprocal tariffs," which far exceeded market expectations. The initial sell-off of gold due to liquidity shortages and panic was quickly reversed as investors sought the safe-haven properties of gold. The gold price reached a record high of over $3,500 per ounce on April 22 [47] - Stage 3 (April 22 - June 30): The gold price fluctuated within a narrow range as the market's risk appetite recovered, and geopolitical risks increased. The US government's decision to ease its tariff policies and the strong US economic data put pressure on the gold price. However, the escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East provided some support for the gold price. During this period, the gold price fluctuated between $3,175 and $3,450 per ounce [48] - Looking ahead to the second half of the year, the gold price is expected to continue its upward trend, supported by loose global liquidity, rising geopolitical risks, and the acceleration of anti-globalization. However, the narrowing of macro uncertainties and the increasing odds of a price correction may limit the upside potential of the gold price. The gold market may face some challenges in the second half of the year, including the implementation of Trump's tariff policies, the Fed's interest rate cuts, and the geopolitical situation in the Middle East [49] 4.2 Copper - In the first half of 2025, the copper price generally trended upward, with a brief correction in April due to Trump's tariff policies. The copper market can be roughly divided into three stages [51] - Stage 1 (January 1 - March 26): The copper price rose as the global manufacturing sector recovered, and the expectation of fiscal expansion in China and Europe supported the copper demand. The supply of copper concentrates tightened, and the spot treatment charge (TC) price reached a record low, putting upward pressure on the copper price. The expectation of copper tariffs and the US government's investigation into copper imports also contributed to the increase in the copper price [53] - Stage 2 (March 27 - April 9): The copper price declined as Trump's tariff policies triggered a global risk-off sentiment, and the demand for copper decreased. The copper price dropped by more than 20% in a short period, reaching its lowest level of the year [53] - Stage 3 (April 10 - June 30): The copper price recovered as the market's risk appetite improved, and the supply of copper concentrates continued to tighten. The decision to delay the implementation of reciprocal tariffs and the weakening of the US dollar supported the copper price. The supply-demand balance of the copper market remained tight, and the spot TC price continued to trade below $40 per ton, providing strong support for the copper price [54] - Looking ahead to the second half of the year, the copper price is expected to be supported by loose global monetary and fiscal policies and the tightening of the copper concentrate supply. The global central banks are still in the process of cutting interest rates, and the fiscal expansion plans of China, the US, and Europe are expected to boost the copper demand. The supply of copper concentrates is expected to remain tight, and the spot TC price is expected to stay at a low level, providing support for the copper price. Overall, the copper price is expected to trend upward in the second half of the year [54][55] 4.3 Crude Oil - In the first half of 2025, the crude oil price fluctuated significantly, mainly driven by geopolitical tensions and Trump's tariff policies. The supply-demand imbalance in the crude oil market put downward pressure on the oil price. The crude oil market can be roughly divided into five stages [59] - Stage 1 (January 1 - January 15): The oil price reached a new high for the year as the US government's sanctions on Russian oil and the tense situation in the Middle East increased the market's concerns about supply disruptions. The OPEC+ countries reaffirmed their commitment to the production cut agreement, and the cold weather in the US and Europe increased the demand for heating oil. The West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil price approached $80 per barrel [61] - Stage 2 (January 16 - March 10): The oil price declined as the market's concerns about the supply-demand imbalance increased, and the weak US economic data and Trump's tariff policies put pressure on the oil price. The OPEC+ countries postponed their planned production increase until April, but the increasing production from non-OPEC countries such as the US, Brazil, and Canada deepened the oversupply situation. The demand for oil was also weak due to the weak global economic growth and the increasing trade tensions. The oil price dropped by 16% from its high to around $65 per barrel [61] - Stage 3 (March 11 - March 31): The oil price fluctuated within a narrow range as the market balanced the expectation of an increase in oil supply and the recovery of the oil demand in Asia. The OPEC+ countries confirmed their plan to gradually exit the production cut agreement in April, and the increasing US crude oil inventory put pressure on the oil price. However, the strong economic data from China and the expectation of policy stimulus increased the demand for oil in Asia, providing some support for the oil price [62] - Stage 4 (April 1 - May 5): The oil price dropped sharply as the market's concerns about the supply-demand imbalance increased, and the weak global economic data and Trump's tariff policies put pressure on the oil price. The OPEC+ countries prematurely lifted some of the voluntary production cuts, and the increasing production from non-OPEC

Report Industry Investment Rating - Not mentioned in the provided content Core Viewpoints - Last week, copper prices fluctuated at a high level. The main reason was that the unexpected increase in the US PPI slightly cooled the interest - rate cut expectation. The hawks and doves within the Fed have significant differences on whether sufficient interest - rate cuts are needed this year. Gradual and small - scale interest - rate cuts may still be the baseline scenario. Fundamentally, the accident - hit mine under Codelco is expected to lose about 20,000 - 30,000 tons of production, and the Panama project has no hope of resuming production this year. The global shortage of concentrates restricts the release of global refined copper production capacity. The inventory accumulation in the domestic off - season is limited, and the near - month structure has changed from flat to a slightly B structure [2]. - Overall, the general recovery of the US September interest - rate cut expectation, the continuous alleviation of global economic growth concerns after the implementation of tariffs, the good results of the Trump - Putin meeting that may promote US - Russia trade and boost the risk appetite of global capital markets, and China's anti - involution and steady - growth policies will effectively boost the demand for the non - ferrous metal market. However, the year - on - year growth rates of industrial added value and social retail sales in July were slightly lower than expected. Fundamentally, there are continuous disruptions at overseas mines, the inventory accumulation speed in the domestic off - season is slow, and no large amount of US copper has flowed out. It is expected that copper prices will maintain a high - level fluctuation in the short term [3][12] Summary by Directory Market Data - LME copper price on August 15 was $9,760.00/ton, down $8.00 (-0.08%) from August 8; COMEX copper price was 448.9 cents/pound, up 0.4 cents (0.09%); SHFE copper price was 79,060 yuan/ton, up 570 yuan (0.73%); international copper price was 70,180 yuan/ton, up 530 yuan (0.76%). The Shanghai - London ratio rose from 8.04 to 8.10, and the LME spot premium/discount was -$93.75/ton, down $24.20 (34.80%) [4]. - As of August 15, LME inventory was 155,800 tons, down 50 tons (-0.03%); COMEX inventory was 267,195 short tons, up 3,055 short tons (1.16%); SHFE inventory was 86,343 tons, up 4,428 tons (5.41%); Shanghai bonded - area inventory was 80,600 tons, up 5,100 tons (6.75%); total inventory was 589,938 tons, up 12,533 tons (2.17%) [7] Market Analysis and Outlook - Last week, copper prices fluctuated at a high level due to the unexpected increase in the US PPI cooling the interest - rate cut expectation. Fundamentally, Codelco's accident - hit mine is expected to lose about 20,000 - 30,000 tons of production, and the Panama project has no hope of resuming production this year. The global shortage of concentrates restricts the release of global refined copper production capacity, and the domestic off - season inventory accumulation is limited [8]. - As of August 15, the total inventory of LME, COMEX, SHFE, and Shanghai bonded area rose to 589,000 tons, and the global inventory continued to rebound. The LME copper inventory was basically flat, and the cancelled warrant ratio remained at 7.4%; the SHFE inventory increased slightly by 4,000 tons, and the inventory accumulation in the off - season was relatively limited; the Shanghai bonded - area inventory increased by 5,000 tons. The Shanghai - London ratio rose to 8.1 [8]. - In the macro - aspect, the US July PPI increased by 0.9% year - on - year and month - on - month, exceeding market expectations. The core PPI rose to 3.7%, much higher than the previous value of 2.6%. After the data was released, the September interest - rate cut expectation slightly declined. There are significant differences within the Fed on whether sufficient interest - rate cuts are needed this year [9][10]. - In terms of supply and demand, most areas of Codelco's Teniente project have resumed production, but the affected area is a new area for capacity improvement in the next 3 - 5 years. The Panama copper mine has basically no hope of resuming production this year. The domestic spot TC has slightly rebounded to -$38/ton, and the mine - end interference rate is still rising. In July, China's electrolytic copper production was 1.175 million tons, a year - on - year increase of 14.2%. However, affected by the increasingly tight supply of cold materials, non - CSPT smelters have started to slightly reduce production. From the demand side, the construction of power grid investment projects has slightly weakened, dragging down the operating rate of cable enterprises. The overall domestic demand has slightly decelerated month - on - month but still has resilience year - on - year [11] Industry News - Codelco has restarted the underground mining and processing operations of its EI Teniente mine in Chile. Eight underground areas that were evaluated as safe by the mining and labor departments resumed production last weekend, and the smelter also restarted. Four other mining areas near the accident site on July 31 are still closed, and relevant investigations are underway. The eight areas that resumed production account for about 82% of the total production [13]. - Chilean state - owned mining enterprise ENAMI has officially launched an investment recruitment plan to attract investors for a $1.7 - billion smelter. After the renovation, the annual processing capacity of the smelter will reach 850,000 tons of copper concentrates, and the annual production capacity will be 240,000 tons of copper cathodes [14]. - The official data shows that Zambia's copper production in the second quarter declined, posing a risk to the goal of increasing copper production to 1 million tons this year. If the first - quarter production is not revised, the second - quarter production was about 215,644 tons, a quarter - on - quarter decrease of about 4%. The production in the second quarter was affected by problems at four producers [15] Relevant Charts - The report provides multiple charts, including the price trends of SHFE copper and LME copper, LME copper inventory, global visible inventory, SHFE and bonded - area inventory, LME inventory and cancelled warrants, COMEX inventory and cancelled warrants, SHFE copper basis, refined - scrap copper price difference, LME copper premium/discount, SHFE copper inter - period spread, copper import profit and loss, copper concentrate spot TC, COMEX copper non - commercial net long position ratio, and LME copper investment fund net position change [16][22][24][28][32]