Group 1: Report Industry Investment Rating - Not mentioned in the provided content Group 2: Report's Core View - In November, copper prices will fluctuate at high levels, and the operation strategy of buying on dips should be maintained. There are liquidity easing expectations in the macro - market, and the short - term concern about Sino - US trade issues has significantly eased. Fundamentally, overseas ore supply pressure persists, domestic smelter maintenance impacts deepen, and most inventories are at relatively low levels except in the US. The demand side has strong resilience. After copper prices hit a new high, they lack upward drive and investors need to be vigilant about tail risks and seize adjustment buying opportunities [5][6] Group 3: Summary by Directory 1.后市研判 (Outlook for the Future) - In November, copper prices will fluctuate at high levels. With the market gradually reaching a consensus on tightening supply, the psychological upper limit of the downstream for copper prices is gradually rising. After copper prices hit a new high, they lack upward drive due to the Fed's hawkish remarks and the rebound of the US dollar index and US Treasury yields. Investors should be vigilant about tail risks and seize adjustment buying opportunities [5][6] 2.行情回顾 (Market Review) - In October, copper prices were generally strong. Affected by overseas mine operation disruptions, copper prices gapped up after the National Day holiday. Then, due to the US provoking a "trade war" against China, copper prices slightly corrected. With the progress of Sino - US negotiations and the increasing expectation of the Fed's interest rate cut in October, copper prices rose again and broke through the highest point in May 2024 [8][9] 3.宏观面 (Macroeconomic Aspects) - **Interest Rate Policy**: The Fed cut interest rates in October, but a further rate cut in December is "far from certain". The US government's "shutdown" in October affected the release of economic data. The CPI data in September showed that overall inflation was controllable, which further consolidated the market's expectation of the Fed's rate cut in October [11][14] - **Sino - US Trade Relations**: In October, the US provoked a "trade war" against China again, causing copper prices to fall. However, through Sino - US economic and trade consultations, the two sides reached a consensus on multiple issues, and the short - term concern about Sino - US trade issues significantly eased, enhancing market confidence in the economic growth of the two countries [16] - **Domestic Economic and Policy Situation**: China's Q3 GDP grew by 4.8% year - on - year. The Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China was held, and the "15th Five - Year Plan" proposal was reviewed and approved, which will bring policy benefits to the terminal application fields. The copper industry should prevent "involution - style" vicious competition and ensure the safety of the industrial chain and supply chain. The US has adjusted its copper resource strategy, which may change the global copper supply flow [18][22][23] 4.基本面 (Fundamental Aspects) - **Supply Side**: In September, China's copper ore concentrate imports decreased month - on - month, with a sharp drop in shipments from Chile. Overseas mine operation disturbances increased, and the processing fee for imported copper concentrates remained in the negative range. Except for the significant accumulation of copper inventories in the US, LME and SHFE copper inventories decreased or remained stable. In October, the output of electrolytic copper continued to decline due to the peak of smelter maintenance, the impact of recycled copper policies, and the low processing fee of copper concentrates [24][28][31][35] - **Demand Side**: In September, China's scrap copper imports increased month - on - month and year - on - year. The expected decline in the operating rate of the refined copper rod industry in October was due to the high copper price. As of September, the cumulative installed power generation capacity increased year - on - year, and the new photovoltaic installed capacity is expected to continue to grow. The real estate market is weak, with a decline in construction area, new construction area, and sales area. The automobile market maintained a high - growth trend, and the new energy vehicle market performed well. The home appliance market entered a seasonal off - season [39][43][47][50][56][59]

Report Industry Investment Rating - Not provided in the content Core View of the Report - The asphalt market is expected to continue its weak and volatile trend, influenced by cost and fundamental factors. Supply surplus expectations will put long - term pressure on oil prices, and the entry of the asphalt downstream into the off - season will lead to weakening demand, making it difficult for the fundamentals to provide upward momentum. It is recommended to focus on the BU2601 contract in the range of 3,100 - 3,350 yuan/ton [55] Summary by Directory 1. Market Review - In October, asphalt showed a weak and volatile trend under the combined influence of the cost side and fundamentals. At the beginning of the month, due to OPEC+ production increase and macro - negative factors, oil prices declined, weakening the cost support for asphalt. The lackluster peak demand season added downward pressure. At the end of the month, the US sanctions on Russian oil companies led to concerns about supply tightening, driving the market to rebound. Overall, with demand entering the off - season and facing downward pressure, the fundamentals are unlikely to improve effectively, and asphalt is expected to mainly fluctuate with crude oil [6] 2. Macroeconomic Analysis - **Fed Interest Rate Cut**: On October 30, the Fed cut the federal funds rate by 25 basis points from 4.00% - 4.25% to 3.75% - 4.00%, the second cut this year. Fed Chairman Powell's "hawkish" remarks led traders to lower their bets on a December rate cut, with the current expected probability at 71%, down from 90%. The rate cut was in line with market expectations, and future attention should be paid to the US employment market. If economic data further decline, it will intensify concerns about the slowdown of the US economic growth and strengthen the expectation of crude oil supply surplus, suppressing oil prices [11] - **Geopolitical Factors**: There were frequent geopolitical events in October. The US - Russia presidential phone call, US sanctions on Russian oil companies, and the EU's 19th - round sanctions on Russia all affected the oil market. The sanctions led to a short - term rebound in the market, but since they are not a full - scale embargo, the impact on Russian oil production and global supply is limited. Geopolitical fluctuations have made the market somewhat desensitized, and the driving force has limited continuity [12] - **OPEC+ Production Increase**: OPEC+ will increase production by 137,000 barrels per day in November, with Saudi Arabia as the main contributor. OPEC+ has increased production for two consecutive months, indicating its determination to compete for market share. Market expectations suggest that OPEC+ may continue to slightly increase production in the November meeting, which will put pressure on prices [14] - **IEA Forecast Adjustment**: The IEA raised the 2025 global crude oil supply growth forecast by 300,000 barrels per day to 3 million barrels per day and lowered the demand growth forecast by 30,000 barrels per day to 710,000 barrels per day, maintaining the expectation of supply surplus [15] 3. Supply - Demand Analysis - **Supply Side** - **Production**: In October, domestic asphalt production totaled 2.623 million tons, a year - on - year increase of 291,100 tons but a month - on - month decrease of 130,000 tons. Weekly production reached a high at the beginning of the month and then declined as refineries entered the maintenance phase. It is expected that asphalt production will seasonally decline in the fourth quarter, alleviating supply pressure [17] - **Refinery Operating Rate**: In October, the domestic refinery operating rate decreased month - on - month as refineries entered the seasonal maintenance period and consumer demand entered the off - season. The weekly operating rate of asphalt sample enterprises was at a multi - year low and is expected to further decline, gradually easing supply pressure [22] - **Demand Side** - **Overall Demand**: In October, domestic asphalt shipments increased month - on - month in weekly data but were lower than before the National Day. Terminal rush - work drove replenishment demand, but the lackluster peak season led to a decline in terminal demand. As demand enters the off - season, shipments are expected to seasonally decline, and attention should be paid to winter storage [25] - **Modified Asphalt Capacity Utilization**: In October, the domestic modified asphalt capacity utilization rate decreased month - on - month. On October 31, it was 15.03%, 3.91 percentage points lower than the same period last month, showing a trend of first decline and then rebound. As the north enters cold weather, construction is basically completed, and the operating rate is expected to decline seasonally [27] - **Import and Export** - **Import**: In September, asphalt imports were 341,800 tons, a month - on - month increase of 72,600 tons, and the import average price increased slightly and remained stable [32] - **Export**: In September, asphalt exports were 79,900 tons, a month - on - month decrease of 900 tons, and the export average price increased slightly and remained stable [38] - **Inventory** - **Factory Inventory**: In October, domestic sample enterprise factory inventory decreased, but the rate of decline slowed down. On October 31, the inventory was 685,000 tons, a decrease of 25,000 tons from the previous week and an increase of 27,000 tons from the same period last month. It is expected to continue to decline, and attention should be paid to the decline rate [43] - **Social Inventory**: In October, domestic sample enterprise asphalt social inventory decreased. On October 31, the inventory was 937,000 tons, a decrease of 68,000 tons from the previous week and 168,000 tons from the same period last month. Terminal rush - work drove downstream consumption, accelerating the decline. Although demand is entering the off - season, supply pressure is also easing, and it is expected to continue to decline [47] - **Price Spread**: In October, the asphalt crack spread remained stable, and the asphalt processing dilution profit remained at a low level this year. Since the upward rebound momentum of crude oil is insufficient and asphalt fluctuates around oil prices, the crack spread is expected to remain at a high level [51]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No information provided in the content. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - Steel prices are expected to continue weak and volatile due to the weak supply - demand pattern of steel. The peak season is ending, and if demand falls in the off - season, steel mills may increase production cuts. Attention should be paid to demand changes [5][63]. - Iron ore prices are also expected to be weak and volatile in the short term. The market is concerned about whether steel mills will reduce production, which may lead to a decline in hot metal production. The supply of iron ore has some changes, and the production and sales of the four major mines in the third quarter are different with limited expected increase in the fourth quarter [5][65]. 3. Summary by Directory 3.1 Report Summary - **Market Focus**: The Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee put forward the main goals for economic and social development during the 14th Five - Year Plan. Sino - US economic and trade consultations will be held from October 24th to 27th. In September, the total social electricity consumption was 888.6 billion kilowatt - hours, a year - on - year increase of 4.5% [5]. - **Key Data**: In the first three quarters, China's GDP increased by 5.2% year - on - year. In September, the added value of large - scale industries increased by 6.5% year - on - year, and the total retail sales of social consumer goods increased by 3%. The central bank kept the one - year and five - year LPR unchanged. In September, key steel enterprises produced 62.86 million tons of crude steel, a year - on - year decrease of 1.0% [5]. - **Main Views**: Steel prices were weak this week due to the weak supply - demand pattern. Although Sino - US economic and trade negotiations improved the external environment, domestic economic growth slowed in September. The steel fundamentals are still weak, and attention should be paid to whether steel mills will cut production. Iron ore prices were also weak due to concerns about the decline in hot metal production, with changes in supply and demand [5]. 3.2 Multi - empty Focus - **For Steel (Thread)**: Bullish factors include the emphasis on industries and expanding domestic demand in the Fourth Plenary Session, Sino - US economic and trade negotiations, high steel exports, and the decline in hot - rolled coil inventory. Bearish factors are the weak domestic demand in September and the approaching end of the peak demand season [8]. - **For Iron Ore**: Bullish factors are the emphasis on industries and expanding domestic demand in the Fourth Plenary Session and Sino - US economic and trade negotiations. Bearish factors are the weak domestic demand in September, the approaching end of the peak demand season, the decline in hot metal production, and the continuous accumulation of port inventory [9]. 3.3 Data Analysis - **Macro**: Sino - US economic and trade negotiations and the Fourth Plenary Session were held. The external environment is expected to improve. However, domestic economic growth slowed in the third quarter, with GDP increasing by 4.8% year - on - year, lower than expected. The growth of social consumer goods and fixed - asset investment slowed down [10][15]. - **Terminal**: In September, exports increased by 8.3% year - on - year, mainly due to the low base and the relatively resilient global demand. Steel exports were still high but faced challenges. In September, automobile production and sales reached a record high, and new energy vehicles continued to be the main growth driver. Excavator production continued to grow, and the construction machinery industry was booming [16][21][27]. - **(Thread) Spot**: The spot price of thread fluctuated slightly, and the basis changed little [28]. - **Supply**: In September, China's crude steel production was 73.49 million tons, a year - on - year decrease of 4.6%; pig iron production was 66.05 million tons, a year - on - year decrease of 2.4%; steel production was 124.21 million tons, a year - on - year increase of 5.1% [32]. - **Profit**: The profitability rate of steel mills decreased by 7.79 percentage points to 47.62% this week [33]. - **Output**: The blast furnace operating rate of 247 steel mills increased by 0.44 percentage points to 84.71%, and the electric furnace operating rate decreased by 0.99 percentage points to 67.86%. The production of five building materials, thread, and hot - rolled coil increased slightly [35][37]. - **Apparent Demand**: The apparent demand for five building materials, thread, and hot - rolled coil continued to recover this week [39]. - **Inventory**: The total inventory of five building materials, thread, and hot - rolled coil decreased this week, showing a trend of de - stocking [43]. - **Spread**: The spread between hot - rolled coil and thread widened [44]. - **(Iron Ore) Spot**: The spot price of iron ore increased slightly, and the basis fluctuated within a narrow range [46]. - **Import and Shipment**: In September, China imported 116.326 million tons of iron ore, a month - on - month increase of 10.5%. From October 13th to 19th, the global iron ore shipment increased [50]. - **Shipment**: The production and sales of the four major mines in the third quarter were different, and the expected increase in the fourth quarter is limited [51]. - **Arrival**: From October 13th to 19th, the arrival of iron ore at Chinese ports decreased [54]. - **Hot Metal Production**: The average daily hot metal production of 247 steel mills decreased by 1.05 tons this week [55]. - **Port Inventory**: The inventory of imported iron ore at 45 ports increased by 145.32 tons this week, and the daily average port clearance volume decreased [59]. - **Steel Mill Consumption and Inventory**: The inventory of imported iron ore in steel mills increased by 96.47 tons this week, the daily consumption decreased by 0.89 tons, and the inventory - to - consumption ratio increased by 0.42 days [61]. 3.4后市研判 - Steel prices are expected to continue weak and volatile due to the weak supply - demand pattern. Attention should be paid to demand changes and whether steel mills will cut production [63]. - Iron ore prices are expected to be weak and volatile in the short term due to concerns about the decline in hot metal production and the accumulation of port inventory [65].

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant information provided. 2. Core Views of the Report - The start of China-US economic and trade consultations and the "15th Five-Year Plan" proposal have boosted market confidence [11][13]. - The supply of domestic bauxite is expected to recover significantly, and the import volume of bauxite may gradually increase after the end of the rainy season in Guinea [18][21]. - The oversupply expectation of alumina remains unchanged, and the production of electrolytic aluminum is expected to increase further in October [23][27]. - The real estate market is weak, while the new energy industry maintains a high level of prosperity [36][39]. - Inventories at domestic and foreign exchanges are decreasing synchronously, and the domestic spot has changed from flat to discount [42][47]. - The production of recycled aluminum is expected to decline slightly in October, and the import growth of unforged aluminum alloy in October is limited [50][54]. 3. Summary According to the Directory 3.1 Report Summary - The start of China-US economic and trade consultations has increased market risk appetite, and the "15th Five-Year Plan" proposal has enhanced market confidence. The domestic bauxite supply is expected to recover, and the alumina supply oversupply situation remains. The production of electrolytic aluminum may increase, while the real estate market is weak and the new energy industry is prosperous. Inventories are decreasing, and the recycled aluminum and unforged aluminum alloy markets have their own characteristics [11][13][18] 3.2 Multi-Empty Focus - **Positive Factors**: China-US economic and trade consultations, the "15th Five-Year Plan" proposal, the recovery of bauxite supply, the increase in electrolytic aluminum production, and the high prosperity of the new energy industry [11][13][18] - **Negative Factors**: The weakness of the real estate market, the shortage of scrap aluminum, and the limited growth of unforged aluminum alloy imports [36][50][54] 3.3 Data Analysis - **Raw Materials**: In September, China's bauxite production was 488.21 million tons, a year-on-year decrease of 2.32%. The import volume of bauxite in September was 15.88 million tons, a month-on-month decrease of 13.2% [18][21]. - **Intermediate Products**: In September, the output of metallurgical-grade alumina decreased by 1.7% month-on-month and increased by 5.3% year-on-year. The output of electrolytic aluminum was 3.81 million tons, a year-on-year increase of 1.8% [24][27]. - **Downstream Consumption**: The real estate market is weak, with a year-on-year decline in construction area, new construction area, and sales volume. The new energy vehicle industry is booming, with a year-on-year increase in production and sales in September [37][40]. - **Inventory**: LME aluminum inventory and SHFE aluminum inventory are both decreasing. As of October 23, the inventory of electrolytic aluminum ingots was 618,000 tons, a month-on-month decrease of 7,000 tons [43][45]. - **Price**: The domestic spot has changed from flat to discount, and the LME aluminum premium has decreased [47]. - **Recycled Aluminum**: In September, the output of recycled aluminum alloy was 661,500 tons, a month-on-month increase of 7.6% and a year-on-year increase of 9.6%. The import of unforged aluminum alloy in September decreased by 13.2% year-on-year [50][54]. 3.4 Market Outlook - The price of aluminum alloy is expected to remain high due to the firm price of scrap aluminum and the decline in recycled aluminum inventory [61].

Report Industry Investment Rating - No information provided regarding the report industry investment rating. Core Viewpoints of the Report - Copper has returned to a strong state, but there may be pressure at the 88,000 integer mark. Investors should wait for a pullback to buy [49]. Summary According to the Table of Contents 01 Report Summary - Market risk preference has increased due to the start of China-US economic and trade consultations. The market is concerned about the results of these consultations [9][11]. - The Fourth Plenary Session and the "15th Five-Year Plan" proposal have boosted market confidence [13]. - The meeting on the operation of key enterprises in the non-ferrous metal industry in the third quarter emphasized preventing "involutionary" vicious competition and ensuring the safety of the industrial chain and supply chain [15]. 02 Multi-Empty Focus - **Bullish Factors**: - Social inventory has decreased slightly, and domestic and foreign macro - sentiment has recovered [7]. - China's September scrap copper imports increased, with a 2.6% month - on - month and 14.8% year - on - year increase, mainly due to policy adjustments and the "Golden Nine Silver Ten" season [27][28]. - In September, the output of copper strips ended a four - month decline, and the output of refined copper rods increased slightly [30][33]. - The spread between refined and scrap copper has narrowed, which is beneficial for refined copper consumption [36]. - The new energy vehicle industry has maintained a strong momentum, with September production and sales increasing by 23.7% and 24.6% year - on - year respectively [41][42]. - Domestic electrolytic copper inventory has decreased, and the domestic copper spot premium has turned into a discount while the foreign premium - discount range has narrowed [44][47]. - **Bearish Factors**: - In September, China's copper ore imports decreased, with a 6.24% month - on - month decline. The supply from Chile dropped by over 30%. Global copper mine supply shows rigidity and vulnerability [17][19]. - The TC of copper concentrates remains at a low level, with the weekly index at - 40.7 dollars/dry ton as of October 17, down 0.13 dollars/dry ton from the previous week [20][21]. - In October, the output of electrolytic copper continued to decline due to peak smelter maintenance, the impact of recycled copper policies, and a decrease in the incentive to increase production [23][24]. - The real estate market is weak, with a decline in construction area, new construction area, and sales area from January to September [38][39]. 03 Data Analysis - **Supply - side Data**: - China's September copper ore imports were 2.5869 million tons, a 6.24% month - on - month decrease and a 6.43% year - on - year increase. The supply from Chile dropped to 649,400 tons [19]. - As of October 17, the Mysteel standard clean copper concentrate TC weekly index was - 40.7 dollars/dry ton, down 0.13 dollars/dry ton from the previous week [21]. - In September, domestic electrolytic copper production was 1.1498 million tons, a 3.2% month - on - month decrease and a 14.48% year - on - year increase. In October, production continued to decline [24]. - China's September scrap copper imports were 184,100 tons, a 2.6% month - on - month and 14.8% year - on - year increase [28]. - **Demand - side Data**: - In September, the output of copper strips was 196,200 tons, a 2.35% month - on - month increase but an 8.7% year - on - year decrease [31]. - In September, the output of refined copper rods was 849,300 tons, a 0.18% month - on - month increase, while the output of recycled copper rods was 170,800 tons, a 1.04% month - on - month decrease [34]. - From January to September, real estate development enterprise housing construction area decreased by 9.4% year - on - year, and new construction area decreased by 18.9% year - on - year [39]. - In September, new energy vehicle production and sales were 1.617 million and 1.604 million respectively, with year - on - year increases of 23.7% and 24.6% [42]. - **Inventory Data**: - LME copper inventory was 11,240 tons last week, Shanghai Futures Exchange copper inventory increased by 0.5% to 110,240 tons in the week of October 17, and COMEX copper inventory was 347,498 tons. As of October 23, domestic electrolytic copper spot inventory was 189,800 tons, down 5,700 tons from the 20th [45]. 04后市研判 - Copper has returned to a strong state, but there may be pressure at the 88,000 integer mark. Investors should wait for a pullback to buy [49].

Report Summary - Market focus includes significant changes in US-Russia relations with US sanctions on two major Russian oil companies, rising expectations of Fed rate cuts, and EU approval of the 19th round of sanctions against Russia [7] - Key data shows that as of October 22, the domestic asphalt sample enterprise operating rate was 31.1%, down 4.7 percentage points from the previous cycle; as of October 24, the weekly asphalt output was 552,000 tons, a decrease of 72,000 tons from the previous week; the factory inventory was 710,000 tons, a decrease of 17,000 tons; and the social inventory was 1.005 million tons, a decrease of 46,000 tons [7] - The main view is that in the short term, asphalt presents a pattern of weak supply and demand. Supply decreases seasonally as refineries enter maintenance, and demand is weak due to cold and rainy weather in the north. Crude oil is the main factor affecting the asphalt market. Recent geopolitical risks and supply tightening expectations have led to a rebound in oil prices, but the impact may not be sustainable, and oil prices are expected to fluctuate widely. Attention should be paid to macro - level changes and the OPEC+ production meeting on November 2 [7] - The trading strategy suggests paying attention to the BU2601 contract in the range of 3,200 - 3,350 yuan/ton [8] Multi - Empty Focus - Bullish factors for asphalt are macro - improvement and geopolitical risks, while bearish factors are weak demand and potential OPEC+ production increase [11] Macro Analysis Sanctions on Russia - The US Treasury sanctioned two major Russian oil companies and their subsidiaries on October 22, covering nearly half of Russia's crude oil exports (about 2.2 million barrels per day in H1). The EU approved the 19th round of sanctions on the same day, including banning Russian LNG imports and adding travel restrictions on Russian diplomats [12] - These sanctions have increased geopolitical risks and pushed up the market, but they are not a full - scale embargo. They mainly increase Russia's oil trade costs, with limited impact on global supply. The upward movement of the market is more emotional, and the rebound space of oil prices is limited due to expected supply surplus [12] Fed Rate Cut Expectations - Due to the US government shutdown, economic data is delayed, posing challenges to the Fed's decision - making. However, market expectations for a Fed rate cut are rising. As of October 23, the probability of a 25 - basis - point rate cut in October is 96.7%, and the probability of a cumulative 50 - basis - point cut in December is 96.5% [13] - Fed Chairman Powell hinted that the long - term quantitative tightening (QT) may be near the end. The support of potential rate cuts for the market is limited [13] IEA Forecast - The IEA raised the 2025 global crude oil supply growth forecast by 300,000 barrels per day to 3 million barrels per day and lowered the demand growth forecast by 30,000 barrels per day to 710,000 barrels per day. OPEC+ production increases are putting more pressure on the supply side, and the supply - demand imbalance is expected to be more severe [14] Supply - Demand Analysis Supply - As of October 24, the weekly domestic asphalt output was 552,000 tons, a decrease of 72,000 tons from the previous week. Output from local refineries decreased significantly, while that from major refineries was basically flat. Major refineries' operating rates may have peaked, and supply pressure is expected to decrease [15] - As of October 22, the operating rate of domestic asphalt sample enterprises was 31.1%, a decrease of 4.7 percentage points from the previous cycle. The operating rates in South China and Shandong decreased significantly. With major refineries entering seasonal maintenance, supply pressure is expected to ease [23] Demand - As of October 24, the weekly domestic asphalt shipment volume was 429,000 tons, an increase of 36,000 tons from the previous statistical date. However, as demand enters the off - season, shipment volume is likely to decline seasonally [24] - As of October 24, the weekly capacity utilization rate of domestic modified asphalt was 12.09%, a decrease of 0.51 percentage points from the previous week. It is expected to decline further in the fourth quarter as the downstream enters the off - season [27] Inventory - As of October 24, the factory inventory of domestic asphalt sample enterprises was 710,000 tons, a decrease of 17,000 tons from the previous week, mainly due to the decrease in East China. Cold and rainy weather in the north has affected construction and inventory turnover, and inventory accumulation pressure is increasing [36] - As of October 24, the domestic asphalt social inventory was 1.005 million tons, a decrease of 46,000 tons from the previous week, continuing the downward trend since August but at a slower pace [41] Spread - As of October 24, the weekly processing profit of domestic asphalt was - 337.5 yuan/ton, an increase of 56.6 yuan/ton from the previous week. The domestic asphalt basis was 193 yuan/ton, and as of October 22, the asphalt - to - crude oil ratio was 54.72 [50] Market Outlook - In the short term, asphalt maintains a pattern of weak supply and demand. The supply is affected by refinery maintenance, and the demand is limited by weather. Crude oil is the key factor for the asphalt market. Geopolitical risks have led to a short - term rebound in oil prices, but the sustainability is uncertain. Oil prices are expected to fluctuate widely. Attention should be paid to macro - level changes and the OPEC+ production meeting on November 2. The BU2601 contract in the range of 3,200 - 3,350 yuan/ton is recommended for attention [52]

Report Summary - The market focus is on the China-US economic and trade consultations from October 24th to 27th and the "15th Five-Year Plan" policy. The market risk appetite has increased, and the market has more expectations for next year's economic development. In September, the domestic electrolytic aluminum operating capacity and the proportion of molten aluminum slightly increased, and the output changed little. In October, the output is expected to further increase. The average weekly operating rate of enterprises is expected to remain stable at 62.5%. The LME 0 - 3 maintains a premium, and the LME inventory has declined slightly for two consecutive months. As of October 23rd, the electrolytic aluminum ingot inventory decreased by 0.7 million tons month - on - month. The aluminum price has continued to rise due to the resonance of macro and micro factors, and investors should wait for a callback to buy. Pay attention to the results of the China - US consultations [5]. Multi - Empty Focus Bullish Factors - The increase in the domestic supply side is relatively limited [8]. - The social inventory of aluminum ingots has declined [8]. - The domestic and foreign macro - sentiment has warmed up [8]. Bearish Factors - After the end of the rainy season in Guinea, the import volume may gradually increase [8]. - The price of aluminum oxide continues to be weak [8]. Data Analysis Bauxite - In September, China's bauxite output was 4.8821 million tons, a year - on - year decrease of 2.32%. The supply in Shanxi and Henan is tight, but the overall price is expected to remain stable. With the end of the rainy season, the domestic supply is expected to significantly recover [20]. - In September, China's bauxite imports were 15.88 million tons, a month - on - month decrease of 13.2% and a year - on - year increase of 37.5%. The imports from Guinea and Australia decreased. After the end of the rainy season in Guinea, the import volume may gradually increase [22]. Alumina - In September, the alumina price declined, and the factory profit decreased but still had a profit. The output decreased by 1.7% month - on - month and increased by 5.3% year - on - year. The actual operating capacity increased by 1.54% month - on - month, and the operating rate was 80.2%. It is expected that the output in October will remain stable [25]. Electrolytic Aluminum - In September, the output of electrolytic aluminum was 3.81 million tons, a year - on - year increase of 1.8%. The operating capacity and the proportion of molten aluminum slightly increased, and the output changed little. In October, the daily average output of aluminum ingots is expected to further increase [29]. - In September, the weighted average full cost of the Chinese electrolytic aluminum industry was 15,918 yuan/ton, a month - on - month decrease of 193 yuan/ton. The theoretical industry profit reached 4,849 yuan/ton, a month - on - month increase of 301 yuan/ton [33]. - Last week, the operating rate of aluminum processing enterprises was stable at 62.5%. It is expected that the operating rate will continue to slightly increase this week [37]. Inventory - The LME aluminum inventory has continued to decline, and as of a certain time, it was 477,675 tons. The SHFE aluminum inventory decreased by 2.2% week - on - week to 122,028 tons [50]. - As of October 23rd, the electrolytic aluminum ingot inventory was 618,000 tons, a month - on - month decrease of 7,000 tons [54]. Price Premium - On October 23rd, the average price premium of Shanghai Wumao aluminum changed from par to a discount of 30 yuan/ton, and the LME aluminum 0 - 3 premium decreased to 8.21 US dollars/ton [58]. Recycled Aluminum - In September, the output of recycled aluminum alloy was 661,500 tons, a month - on - month increase of 7.6% and a year - on - year increase of 9.6%. It is expected that the output in October will slightly decrease [62]. - As of October 16th, the operating rate of the recycled aluminum alloy industry was 58.6%, a week - on - week decrease of 0.3% [66]. Unwrought Aluminum Alloy - In September, the import of unwrought aluminum alloy was about 82,200 tons, a year - on - year decrease of 13.2% and a month - on - month increase of 15.77%. It is expected that the import increase in October will be limited and lower than the same - period import volume [70]. Aluminum Alloy Inventory - As of October 24th, the weekly social inventory of Chinese aluminum alloy was 75,300 tons, an increase of 900 tons from last week, and the in - factory inventory was 59,700 tons, an increase of 1,000 tons from last week [76]. Market Outlook - Aluminum alloy: The price of scrap aluminum is firm, the inventory of recycled aluminum has decreased, and the price of aluminum alloy will continue to remain high [78]. - SHFE aluminum: Due to the resonance of macro and micro factors, the aluminum price has continued to rise. Investors should wait for a callback to buy and pay attention to the results of the China - US consultations [80].

Group 1: Report Summary - China-US economic and trade consultations will be held from October 24th to 27th, and the market risk preference has increased [11] - The Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China was held from October 20th to 23rd, passing the "Proposal on Formulating the 15th Five - Year Plan for National Economic and Social Development", which injected confidence into the market [14] - As of the week of October 17th, the standard clean copper concentrate TC weekly index was - 40.7 dollars/ton dry, down 0.13 dollars/ton dry from last week, and the copper concentrate processing fee continued to be under pressure [23] - The trading strategy is to wait for the opportunity to buy on dips when Shanghai copper is in a strong state but may face pressure at the 88,000 integer mark [5] Group 2: Bull - Bear Focus Bullish Factors - Spot processing fees remain low, and the tightness at the mine end still exists; social inventory has a small decline [8] - Domestic and foreign macro - sentiments have warmed up; China - US economic and trade consultations have started, and the market risk preference has increased [8][9] Bearish Factors - Downstream feedback shows weak consumption performance [8] Group 3: Data Analysis Copper Ore and Concentrate Imports - In September, China's copper ore and concentrate imports were 2.5869 million tons, a month - on - month decrease of 6.24% and a year - on - year increase of 6.43%. The supply from Chile dropped by more than 30% [20] Copper Concentrate TC - As of October 17th, the copper concentrate TC continued to be at a low level, and the long - term negotiation has entered the initial stage with large differences [23] Electrolytic Copper Production - In September, the domestic electrolytic copper output was 1.1498 million tons, a month - on - month decrease of 3.2%. In October, the output is expected to continue to decline due to peak - season maintenance and other factors [25] Scrap Copper Imports - In September, China's scrap copper imports were 184,100 tons, a month - on - month increase of 2.6% and a year - on - year increase of 14.8%, mainly due to policy adjustments and market demand [29] Copper Plate and Strip Production - In September, the domestic copper plate and strip production was 196,200 tons, a month - on - month increase of 2.35%, ending four consecutive months of decline but still lower than the same period last year [33] Copper Rod Production - In September, the domestic refined copper rod production was 849,300 tons, a month - on - month increase of 0.18%, and the recycled copper rod production was 170,800 tons, a month - on - month decrease of 1.04% [37] Refined - Scrap Copper Price Difference - As of October 23rd, the refined - scrap copper price difference was around 230 yuan/ton, which is conducive to refined copper consumption [41] Copper Inventory - As of October 23rd, the domestic electrolytic copper spot inventory was 189,800 tons, a decrease of 57,000 tons from the 20th. LME copper inventory decreased, while SHFE copper inventory increased [54] Copper Spot Premium - On October 23rd, the Shanghai Wumaohui 1 copper spot premium turned to a discount, and the LME 0 - 3 spot discount narrowed [58] Group 4: Fundamental Analysis Real Estate Market - From January to September, real estate development investment, new construction area, and sales volume all declined year - on - year. In September, the housing prices in 70 large and medium - sized cities continued to decline, and the real estate market is still weak [45][47] New Energy Vehicle Industry - In September, the production and sales of new energy vehicles were 1.617 million and 1.604 million respectively, with year - on - year increases of 23.7% and 24.6%, showing a strong development momentum [50] Group 5: Market Outlook - Shanghai copper has returned to a strong state, but there may be pressure at the 88,000 integer mark. Wait for the opportunity to buy on dips and pay attention to the results of China - US consultations [60]

Report Summary Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. Core Viewpoint - Recent factors influencing crude oil are generally bearish. OPEC+ continuous production increase adds pressure on the supply side, and as refined oil consumption enters the off - season, the pressure of crude oil supply surplus gradually emerges. The easing of the Middle - East and Russia - Ukraine tensions reduces the geopolitical risk premium. Macro - level negatives increase the downward pressure on oil prices. Oil prices have fallen below the $60/barrel mark and are expected to continue a weak and volatile trend. It is recommended to focus on the WTI crude oil price range of $54 - $58/barrel [8][50]. Summary by Directory 1. Report Abstract - Market Focus: Sino - US trade tensions intensify; IEA monthly report raises supply growth expectations and lowers demand growth expectations; the US labor market remains stable but demand is weak according to the Fed's "Beige Book" [7]. - Key Data: US EIA crude oil inventory for the week ending October 10 was 3.524 million barrels (expected 288,000 barrels, previous value 3.715 million barrels); EIA Cushing crude oil inventory was - 703,000 barrels (previous value - 763,000 barrels); EIA strategic petroleum reserve inventory was 800,000 barrels (previous value 285,000 barrels) [7]. 2. Multi - Empty Focus - Bullish Factors: Geopolitical uncertainty [11]. - Bearish Factors: Sino - US trade friction and marginal weakening of fundamentals [11]. 3. Macro Analysis - Fed's Expected Rate Cut: Powell's speech indicates that the Fed may cut rates again in October due to weak employment. The market widely expects a rate cut in the October 28 - 29 meeting. The probability of a 25 - basis - point rate cut is 97.3% [12]. - IEA's Supply - Demand Outlook: The IEA raises the 2025 global crude oil supply growth forecast by 300,000 barrels/day to 3 million barrels/day and lowers the demand growth forecast by 30,000 barrels/day to 710,000 barrels/day, maintaining the expectation of supply surplus [13]. - Geopolitical Situation: A cease - fire agreement in Gaza has been reached, but there are uncertainties in its implementation. The Russia - Ukraine conflict also has high uncertainty, and attacks on energy infrastructure may affect oil supply [14]. 4. Data Analysis - Supply Side: US crude oil production reached a new high of 13.636 million barrels/day for the week ending October 10. The number of US oil drilling rigs decreased to 418 from 422 [15][17]. - Demand Side: US refinery utilization rate was 85.7% for the week ending October 10. US crude oil and gasoline demand decreased. European 16 - country refinery utilization rate decreased. Chinese refineries showed a pattern of "main refineries falling and local refineries rising" [19][24][25]. - Inventory: US EIA crude oil inventory may reach a turning point and face inventory accumulation pressure. US Cushing and gasoline inventories decreased [42][46]. - Crack Spread: The US crude oil crack spread decreased slightly, indicating weakening downstream demand [47]. 5.后市研判 - Crude oil is expected to continue a weak and volatile trend. It is recommended to focus on the WTI crude oil price range of $54 - $58/barrel [50].

Report Industry Investment Rating - Not provided in the report Core Views of the Report - The copper price is expected to fluctuate weakly. Attention should be paid to Sino-US trade policies and upcoming important meetings. The mid - term strategy of buying on dips remains unchanged, while being vigilant against the impact of macro - risks [5][57] Summary by Directory 1. Report Summary - The US Federal Reserve's Beige Book shows that the overall economic activity has changed little recently. Overall consumer spending, especially retail spending, has declined slightly. Employment levels have remained basically stable, but demand for labor has weakened [5] - The US Senate voted to advance a Republican stop - gap funding bill. The market is concerned about the US government shutdown and its impact on economic data release [5] - The US economy shows signs of weakness, but the market has high expectations for the Fed's interest rate cuts. Sino - US trade relations are unstable, which repeatedly triggers market concerns about demand [5] - In terms of fundamentals, copper concentrate processing fees remain low, and the tightness at the mine end persists. The production of refined copper has declined slightly, while social inventory has continued to accumulate [5] - The trading strategy is to buy on dips in the medium term, while being alert to macro - risks [5] 2. Multi - and Short - Focus Bullish Factors - Spot processing fees for copper concentrates remain low, and the tightness at the mine end persists [8] - The production of refined copper has declined slightly [8] - The market's expectation of a Fed interest rate cut in October has increased [8][9][10] Bearish Factors - Sino - US trade frictions have escalated, and there is uncertainty in the macro - market [8] - Domestic social inventory of refined copper has accumulated [8] 3. Data Analysis Copper Mine Supply - In the first half of 2025, the combined output of major global copper mining companies increased by only 1.28% year - on - year, falling short of expectations. The Grasberg mine's production is expected to decrease significantly in the fourth quarter of 2025 and 2026, and there have been multiple supply disruptions in other large copper mines in 2025, increasing market concerns about supply shortages [18] Copper Concentrate TC - As of the week of October 11, the Mysteel standard clean copper concentrate TC weekly index was - 40.53 dollars per dry ton, up 0.06 dollars per dry ton from the previous week. The copper concentrate market shows intensified supply - demand game and continuous pressure on processing fees. Most participants believe that there will be no significant rebound in the short term [21] Electrolytic Copper Production - In September 2025, the actual domestic electrolytic copper production was 1.1498 million tons, a month - on - month decrease of 3.2% and a year - on - year increase of 14.48%. From January to September, the cumulative production was 10.1596 million tons, a year - on - year increase of 14.64%. In October, production is expected to continue to decline due to the peak of smelter maintenance, the impact of scrap copper policies, and reduced incentives for smelters to increase production [23] Scrap Copper Import - In August 2025, China's scrap copper imports were 179,400 tons, a month - on - month decrease of 5.6% and a year - on - year increase of 5.8%. From January to August, the cumulative imports were 1.5149 million tons, a year - on - year decrease of 0.3%. The decline was due to import losses, extreme weather, and reduced overseas scrap copper exports [27] Copper Plate and Strip Production - In September 2025, the domestic copper plate and strip production was 196,200 tons, a month - on - month increase of 2.35%, ending four consecutive months of decline, but still lower than the same period last year, with a year - on - year decrease of 8.7% [31] Copper Rod Production - In September 2025, the domestic refined copper rod production was 849,300 tons, a month - on - month increase of 0.18%. The recycled copper rod production was 170,800 tons, a month - on - month decrease of 1.04%. Although it was the traditional peak season, the overall demand was not strong [35] Refined - Scrap Copper Price Difference - As of October 16, the refined - scrap copper price difference was around 470 yuan per ton, which has expanded, being unfavorable for refined copper consumption [39] Copper Inventory - LME copper inventory has continued to decline, with the latest level at 137,450 tons. SHFE copper inventory increased by 15.4% to 109,690 tons in the week of October 10. COMEX copper inventory has continued to accumulate, reaching a new high since January 2004 at 344,652 tons. As of October 16, the domestic electrolytic copper spot inventory was 183,100 tons, an increase of 2,100 tons from the 13th [51] Copper Spot Premium - On October 16, the spot premium of Shanghai Wumaohui 1 copper was around 35 yuan per ton, with an expanding premium. The LME 0 - 3 spot discount was around - 11.16 dollars per ton, with a narrowing discount [55] 4. Market Outlook - The copper price is expected to fluctuate weakly. Attention should be paid to Sino - US trade policies and upcoming important meetings. The mid - term strategy of buying on dips remains unchanged, while being vigilant against the impact of macro - risks [57]