Report Industry Investment Rating - Not provided in the content Core Viewpoints - SCFIS stopped falling and rebounded significantly, boosting bullish sentiment, but the market fluctuated widely. It is not recommended to increase positions, and stop - loss should be set [1] - The tariff issue has a marginal effect, and the core is the trend of spot freight rates. The main contract may be in the bottom - building process, and it is recommended to participate with a light position or wait and see [2] Summary by Related Catalogs Freight Index - On October 20, the Shanghai Export Container Settlement Freight Index (SCFIS) for the European route was 1140.38 points, up 10.5% from the previous period; the SCFIS for the US West route was 863.46 points, up 0.1% from the previous period [2] - On October 17, the Ningbo Export Container Freight Index (NCFI) composite index was 956.45 points, up 16.79% from the previous period; the NCFI for the European route was 803.21 points, up 14.96% from the previous period; the NCFI for the US West route was 1254.46 points, up 48.56% from the previous period [2] - On October 17, the Shanghai Export Container Freight Index (SCFI) was 1310.32 points, up 149.90 points from the previous period; the SCFI price for the European line was 1145 USD/TEU, up 7.2% from the previous period; the SCFI for the US West route was 1936 USD/FEU, up 31.9% from the previous period [2] - On October 17, the China Export Container Freight Index (CCFI) composite index was 973.11 points, down 4.1% from the previous period; the CCFI for the European route was 1267.91 points, down 1.5% from the previous period; the CCFI for the US West route was 725.47 points, down 6.7% from the previous period [2] PMI Data - The eurozone's September manufacturing PMI preliminary value was 49.5, back below the boom - bust line, lower than analysts' expectations and the previous value of 50.7. The service PMI preliminary value rose from 50.5 to 51.4, exceeding expectations. The composite PMI preliminary value was 51.2, exceeding analysts' expectations [2] - In August, China's manufacturing PMI was 49.4%, up 0.1 percentage points from the previous month, and the manufacturing sentiment improved. The composite PMI output index was 50.5%, up 0.3 percentage points from the previous month, indicating an accelerated overall expansion of enterprise production and operation activities [2] - The US September S&P Global manufacturing PMI preliminary value was 52 (the August final value was 53); the service PMI preliminary value was 53.9 (the August final value was 54.5); the composite PMI preliminary value was 53.6 (the August final value was 54.6) [2] Tariff and Trade - Sino - US tariffs continue to be extended, and the negotiation has not made substantial progress. The tariff war has evolved into a trade negotiation issue between the US and other countries, and the spot price has decreased slightly [2] Trading Strategies - Short - term strategy: The main contract remains weak, and the far - month contract is stronger, which is in line with the bottom - building judgment. Risk - preferring investors are recommended to try to build positions below 1500 for the EC2512 contract. Pay attention to the subsequent market trend, do not hold losing positions, and set stop - loss [2] - Arbitrage strategy: Under the background of international situation turmoil, each contract still follows the seasonal logic with large fluctuations. It is recommended to wait and see or try with a light position [2] - Long - term strategy: It is recommended to take profit when each contract rises, wait for the callback to stabilize, and then judge the subsequent direction [2] Market Conditions of Main Contracts - On October 20, the main contract 2512 closed at 1682.0, up 1.44%, with a trading volume of 24,300 lots and an open interest of 26,100 lots, an increase of 442 lots from the previous day [2] Contract Adjustments - The up - limit and down - limit for contracts 2508 - 2606 were adjusted to 18% [2] - The company's margin for contracts 2508 - 2606 was adjusted to 28% [2] - The daily opening position limit for all contracts 2508 - 2606 was set at 100 lots [2]

Report Industry Investment Rating - Not provided in the given content Core Views - The market may be optimistic about future freight rates, leading to an upward trend in the market, but it is not recommended to increase positions. Instead, stop - loss should be set [1]. - The tariff issue has a marginal effect, and the core is the direction of spot freight rates. The main contract may be in the bottom - building process, and it is recommended to participate with a light position or wait and see [2]. - In the short - term, for risk - preference investors, it is recommended to try to build positions in the EC2512 contract below 1500. Attention should be paid to the subsequent market trend, and it is not recommended to hold losing positions. In the long - term, it is recommended to take profits when the contracts rise and wait for the callback to stabilize before making further judgments [2]. - In the context of international situation instability, each contract still follows seasonal logic with large fluctuations. It is recommended to wait and see or try with a light position for the arbitrage strategy [2]. Summary by Relevant Contents Freight Rate Index Changes - On October 20, the Ningbo Export Container Freight Index (NCFI) (composite index) was 956.45 points, up 16.79% from the previous period. The Shanghai Export Container Settlement Freight Index (SCFIS) (European route) was 1140.38 points, up 10.5%; the NCFI (European route) was 803.21 points, up 14.96%; the SCFIS (US West route) was 863.46 points, up 0.1%; the NCFI (US West route) was 1254.46 points, up 48.56% [2]. - On October 17, the Shanghai Export Container Freight Index (SCFI) was 1310.32 points, up 149.90 points from the previous period. The China Export Container Freight Index (CCFI) (composite index) was 973.11 points, down 4.1%; the SCFI European line price was 1145 USD/TEU, up 7.2%; the CCFI (European route) was 1267.91 points, down 1.5%; the SCFI US West route was 1936 USD/FEU, up 31.9%; the CCFI (US West route) was 725.47 points, down 6.7% [2]. Economic Data - The eurozone's September manufacturing PMI preliminary value was 49.5, falling below the boom - bust line, lower than analysts' expectations and the previous value of 50.7. The service PMI preliminary value rose from 50.5 to 51.4, exceeding the expected 50.5. The composite PMI preliminary value was 51.2, exceeding analysts' expectations. The Sentix investor confidence index was - 9.2, with an expected - 2 and a previous value of - 3.7 [2]. - In August, China's manufacturing PMI was 49.4%, up 0.1 percentage point from the previous month, and the manufacturing prosperity level improved. The composite PMI output index was 50.5%, up 0.3 percentage points from the previous month, indicating that the overall expansion of enterprises' production and operation activities accelerated [2]. - The preliminary value of the US September S&P Global manufacturing PMI was 52 (the final value in August was 53); the service PMI preliminary value was 53.9 (the final value in August was 54.5); the composite PMI preliminary value was 53.6 (the final value in August was 54.6) [2]. Market and Contract Information - On October 21, the main contract 2512 closed at 1769.3, up 5.10%, with a trading volume of 42,900 lots and an open interest of 28,400 lots, an increase of 2333 lots from the previous day [2]. - The daily limit for contracts 2508 - 2606 was adjusted to 18%, the company's margin was adjusted to 28%, and the daily opening limit for all contracts 2508 - 2606 was 100 lots [2]. Geopolitical and Industry News - Hamas is discussing the next - stage Gaza cease - fire agreement in Cairo, Egypt. The issue of Hamas disarmament has been put on the agenda and needs to be resolved through consensus and in - depth dialogue among Palestinian political parties [2]. - The International Maritime Organization (IMO) agreed to adjourn the special meeting of the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) to review and adopt the draft amendment to Annex VI of the MARPOL Convention, including the IMO net - zero framework. The meeting will reconvene in 12 months [2].

Report Industry Investment Ratings - Iron ore: Oscillation [2] - Coking coal: Oscillation [2] - Rolled steel: Oscillation [2] - Rebar: Oscillation [2] - Glass: Adjustment [2] - Soda ash: Adjustment [2] - CSI 1000: Rebound [4] - 2-year Treasury bond: Oscillation [4] - 5-year Treasury bond: Oscillation [4] - 10-year Treasury bond: Upward [4] - Gold: Strong bias oscillation [4] - Silver: Strong bias oscillation [4] - Log: Strong bias treatment [5] - Pulp: Bottom consolidation [5] - Offset paper: Weak bias oscillation [5] - Soybean oil: Wide-range oscillation [5] - Palm oil: Wide-range oscillation [5] - Rapeseed oil: Wide-range oscillation [5] - Soybean meal: Oscillation bias short [8] - Rapeseed meal: Oscillation bias short [8] - Soybean No. 2: Oscillation bias short [8] - Soybean No. 1: Oscillation [8] - Live pigs: Oscillation bias strong [8] - Rubber: Oscillation [9] - PX: On the sidelines [9] - PTA: Oscillation [9] - MEG: On the sidelines [9] - PR: On the sidelines [9] - PF: On the sidelines [9] Core Views - The iron ore market continues to face an oversupply situation, but short-term prices are supported by macro sentiment. The coal and coke market is affected by macro policies and supply concerns, with the core contradiction being the low profit level of steel mills. The steel market has supply and demand contradictions and is expected to continue to oscillate and adjust. The glass market is weak, and short-term prices are expected to oscillate weakly. The financial market shows short-term rebounds and increased bullish sentiment, with suggestions to hold long positions in stock index futures. The precious metal market is expected to show strong bias oscillation due to various factors such as interest rate policies and geopolitical risks. The forestry product market has positive factors for logs, while pulp prices are expected to consolidate at the bottom. The oil and fat market is expected to continue wide-range oscillation, and the meal market is expected to oscillate with a short bias. The agricultural product market for live pigs is expected to oscillate weakly in the short term. The soft commodity market for rubber is expected to show wide-range oscillation, and the polyester market has different trends for each product [2][3][4][5][8][9]. Summaries by Related Catalogs Black Industry - Iron ore: Supply is expected to remain high, and the oversupply pattern is difficult to reverse. However, short-term prices are supported by macro sentiment. Four main lines should be closely monitored for potential price revaluation [2]. - Coking coal: Affected by macro policy expectations and supply concerns, the core contradiction is the low profit level of steel mills. The second round of coke price increases is difficult to implement [2]. - Rolled steel and rebar: Supply pressure is relatively large, and attention should be paid to the demand recovery in October. The high supply and continuous inventory accumulation of finished products bring pressure, and prices need to cooperate with rapid inventory reduction to stabilize [2]. - Glass: The spot market is weak, and the possibility of cold repair is increasing. The demand is dragged down by the real estate sector, and short-term prices are expected to oscillate weakly [2]. Financial Market - Stock index futures/options: The market shows short-term rebounds and increased bullish sentiment, with suggestions to hold long positions [4]. - Treasury bonds: The yield of 10-year Treasury bonds is down, and the market shows a small rebound. It is recommended to hold long positions in Treasury bonds with a light position [4]. - Precious metals: Gold and silver are expected to show strong bias oscillation due to factors such as interest rate policies, geopolitical risks, and physical demand [4]. Forestry Products - Logs: Spot prices are stable, costs are expected to rise, demand is marginally improved, and the delivery specifications are expected to be optimized. Overall, logs are treated with a strong bias [5]. - Pulp: Spot prices are stable, costs support is weakening, and demand is poor. Prices are expected to consolidate at the bottom [5]. Oil and Fat Market - Oil and fat: The market is affected by factors such as high inventory, production changes, and policy expectations. It is expected to continue wide-range oscillation, and attention should be paid to the sowing of Brazilian soybeans and the production and sales of palm oil [5]. - Meal: The market faces seasonal supply pressure and uncertain factors in South American soybean growth. It is expected to oscillate with a short bias, and attention should be paid to the sowing of Brazilian soybeans and the import and arrival of soybeans [8]. Agricultural Products - Live pigs: Supply is abundant, and demand is weak. The price of large pigs is relatively firm, while the price of standard pigs may be under pressure. Short-term prices are expected to oscillate weakly [8]. Soft Commodities - Rubber: Supply is affected by weather conditions, and demand is improving. Inventory is decreasing, and prices are expected to show wide-range oscillation [9]. - Polyester products: Each product has different trends. PX, MEG, PR, and PF are on the sidelines, PTA oscillates, and the market for polyester bottle chips rebounds weakly [9].

Report Summary 1) Report Industry Investment Rating No information provided. 2) Core Viewpoints - The market may be optimistic about future freight rates, leading to an upward trend in the market. However, it is not recommended to increase positions, and stop - loss should be set [1]. - The tariff issue has a marginal effect, and the core is the direction of spot freight rates. The main contract may be in the bottom - building process, suggesting light - position participation or waiting and seeing [2]. - In the short - term, the main contract is weak, and the far - month contract is strong, which is in line with the bottom - building judgment. Risk - preferring investors are advised to try to build positions below 1500 for the EC2512 contract. Attention should be paid to the subsequent market trend, and it is not recommended to hold losing positions [2]. - For the arbitrage strategy, due to the volatile international situation, each contract still follows the seasonal logic with large fluctuations. It is recommended to wait and see or try with a light position [2]. - In the long - term, it is recommended to take profits when the contracts rise, wait for the callback to stabilize, and then judge the subsequent trend [2]. 3) Summary by Relevant Content Freight Rate Index - On October 20, the Ningbo Export Container Freight Index (NCFI, composite index) was 956.45 points, up 16.79% from the previous period; the Shanghai Export Container Settlement Freight Index (SCFIS, European route) was 1140.38 points, up 10.5%; the NCFI (European route) was 803.21 points, up 14.96%; the SCFIS (US West route) was 863.46 points, up 0.1%; the NCFI (US West route) was 1254.46 points, up 48.56% [2]. - On October 17, the Shanghai Export Container Freight Index (SCFI) was 1310.32 points, up 149.90 points from the previous period; the China Export Container Freight Index (CCFI, composite index) was 973.11 points, down 4.1%; the SCFI European route price was 1145 USD/TEU, up 7.2%; the CCFI (European route) was 1267.91 points, down 1.5%; the SCFI US West route was 1936 USD/FEU, up 31.9%; the CCFI (US West route) was 725.47 points, down 6.7% [2]. Economic Data - The preliminary value of the Eurozone's manufacturing PMI in September was 49.5, falling below the boom - bust line, lower than analysts' expectations and the previous value of 50.7. The preliminary value of the service PMI rose from 50.5 to 51.4, exceeding the expected 50.5. The preliminary value of the Eurozone's composite PMI in September was 51.2, exceeding analysts' expectations. The Eurozone's Sentix investor confidence index in September was - 9.2, with an expected - 2 and a previous value of - 3.7 [2]. - In August, China's manufacturing PMI was 49.4%, up 0.1 percentage point from the previous month, and the manufacturing prosperity level improved. The composite PMI output index was 50.5%, up 0.3 percentage point from the previous month, remaining above the critical point, indicating that the overall expansion of Chinese enterprises' production and business activities accelerated [2]. - The preliminary value of the US S&P Global manufacturing PMI in September was 52 (the final value in August was 53); the preliminary value of the service PMI was 53.9 (the final value in August was 54.5); the preliminary value of the composite PMI was 53.6 (the final value in August was 54.6) [2]. Market Conditions - On October 21, the main contract 2512 closed at 1769.3, up 5.10%, with a trading volume of 42,900 lots and an open interest of 28,400 lots, an increase of 2333 lots from the previous day [2]. - The SCFIS increased significantly, boosting the bullish sentiment. The market is optimistic about future freight rates, and the market fluctuated upward. Attention should be paid to tariff policies, the Middle East situation, and spot freight rates [2]. Policy and Event News - The Sino - US tariff extension continues, and the negotiation has not made substantial progress. The tariff war has gradually evolved into a trade negotiation issue between the US and other countries, and the current spot price has slightly decreased [2]. - The Hamas delegation is discussing the next stage of the Gaza cease - fire agreement in Cairo, Egypt. Hamas is committed to implementing all the terms of the Gaza cease - fire agreement. The issue of Hamas disarmament has been put on the agenda and needs to be resolved through consensus and in - depth dialogue among Palestinian political parties [2]. - The International Maritime Organization (IMO) agreed to adjourn the special meeting of the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC), which was held from October 14 to 17, 2025, to consider and adopt the draft amendment to Annex VI of the MARPOL Convention, including the IMO net - zero framework. The special meeting will be reconvened in 12 months [2]. Trading Rules Adjustment - The daily limit for contracts 2508 - 2606 is adjusted to 18% [2]. - The company's margin for contracts 2508 - 2606 is adjusted to 28% [2]. - The daily opening position limit for all contracts 2508 - 2606 is 100 lots [2].

Report Summary 1. Report Industry Investment Rating No information provided. 2. Core Viewpoints - SCFI has risen significantly, but the end - of - month freight rates are still slightly down, and the futures market shows wide - range fluctuations. It is not recommended to increase positions, and stop - loss should be set [1]. - The tariff issue has a marginal effect, and the current core is the trend of spot freight rates. The main contract may be in the bottom - building process, and it is recommended to participate with a light position or just observe [3]. - In the short - term, the main contract is weak, while the far - month contracts are strong, which is in line with the bottom - building judgment. Risk - preferring investors are advised to try to build positions in the EC2512 contract below 1500. Pay attention to the subsequent market trend, and do not hold losing positions. Set stop - loss [3]. - In the long - term, it is recommended to take profits when the contracts rise, and then wait for the correction to stabilize before making further judgments [3]. 3. Summary by Related Content Freight Index - **SCFIS and NCFI**: On October 13, the Shanghai Export Container Settlement Freight Index SCFIS (European route) was 1031.8 points, down 1.4% from the previous period; the SCFIS (US West route) was 862.48 points, down 1.6% from the previous period. On October 17, the Ningbo Export Container Freight Index NCFI (composite index) was 956.45 points, up 16.79% from the previous period; the NCFI (European route) was 803.21 points, up 14.96% from the previous period; the NCFI (US West route) was 1254.46 points, up 48.56% from the previous period [2]. - **SCFI**: On October 17, the Shanghai Export Container Freight Index SCFI was 1310.32 points, up 149.90 points from the previous period. The SCFI European route price was 1145 USD/TEU, up 7.2% from the previous period; the SCFI US West route was 11936 USD/FEU, up 31.9% from the previous period [2]. - **CCFI**: On October 17, the China Export Container Freight Index CCFI (composite index) was 973.11 points, down 4.1% from the previous period; the CCFI (European route) was 1267.91 points, down 1.5% from the previous period; the CCFI (US West route) was 725.47 points, down 6.7% from the previous period [2]. PMI Data - **Eurozone**: In September, the preliminary manufacturing PMI was 49.5, back below the boom - bust line, lower than analysts' expectations and the previous value of 50.7. The preliminary services PMI rose from 50.5 to 51.4, exceeding the expected 50.5. The preliminary composite PMI was 51.2, exceeding analysts' expectations. The Sentix investor confidence index was - 9.2, with an expected - 2 and a previous value of - 3.7 [2]. - **China**: In August, the manufacturing PMI was 49.4%, up 0.1 percentage point from the previous month, and the manufacturing prosperity level improved. The composite PMI output index was 50.5%, up 0.3 percentage point from the previous month, remaining above the critical point, indicating that the overall expansion of Chinese enterprises' production and business activities accelerated [2]. - **US**: In September, the preliminary S&P Global manufacturing PMI was 52 (the final value in August was 53); the preliminary services PMI was 53.9 (the final value in August was 54.5); the preliminary composite PMI was 53.6 (the final value in August was 54.6) [2]. Tariff and Market Situation - The Sino - US tariff extension negotiation has no substantial progress, and the tariff war has gradually evolved into a trade negotiation issue between the US and other countries. Currently, the spot price has a slight decline, and the tariff issue has a marginal effect [3]. Futures Market - On October 17, the main contract 2512 closed at 1654.7, down 0.5%, with a trading volume of 2.98 million lots and an open interest of 2.57 million lots, a decrease of 139 lots from the previous day [3]. - The daily limit for contracts 2508 - 2606 is adjusted to 18%, the margin is adjusted to 28%, and the daily opening limit for all contracts 2508 - 2606 is 100 lots [3]. Geopolitical Situation - There are continuous conflicts in the Israel - Palestine region. On October 19, armed personnel in the Rafah area of the Gaza Strip fired anti - tank missiles and opened fire on the Israeli army. The Israeli army launched air strikes and shelling in the Rafah area and also attacked the Deir al - Balah area in the central Gaza Strip. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu instructed to take tough actions in the Gaza Strip, and Israeli senior officials expect more air strikes in the Gaza Strip [3].

Report Industry Investment Ratings - Iron ore: Volatile [2] - Coking coal and coke: Rebound [2] - Rolled steel (rebar and wire rod): Volatile [2] - Glass: Adjustment [2] - Soda ash: Adjustment [2] - CSI 300 Index Futures/Options: Volatile [4] - SSE 50 Index Futures/Options: Volatile [2] - CSI 500 Index Futures/Options: Decline [4] - CSI 1000 Index Futures/Options: Decline [4] - 2 - year Treasury bonds: Volatile [4] - 5 - year Treasury bonds: Volatile [4] - 10 - year Treasury bonds: Upward [4] - Gold: High - level operation [4] - Silver: High - level operation [4] - Logs: Range - bound [6] - Pulp: Consolidation [6] - Offset paper: Volatile [6] - Soybean oil: Wide - range volatility [6] - Palm oil: Wide - range volatility [6] - Rapeseed oil: Wide - range volatility [6] - Soybean meal: Volatile with a bearish bias [6] - Rapeseed meal: Volatile with a bearish bias [6] - Soybean No. 2: Volatile with a bearish bias [6][7] - Soybean No. 1: Volatile [6] - Live pigs: Volatile with a slightly bullish bias [7] - Rubber: Volatile [7] - PX: Wait - and - see [7] - PTA: Volatile [7][9] - MEG: Wait - and - see [9] - PR: Wait - and - see [9] - PF: Volatile with a bearish bias [9] Core Views - The iron ore market has an oversupply situation, but short - term price support exists due to potential macro - sentiment improvement. The market should closely monitor four main lines for potential price re - pricing [2]. - The coking coal and coke market is affected by macro - policy expectations and supply concerns. The core contradiction lies in the low profit of steel mills [2]. - The steel market has supply - demand contradictions and is expected to continue volatile adjustment. The fourth - plenary session of the 20th CPC Central Committee is expected to have limited short - term impact [2]. - The glass market has no significant improvement in the short - term supply - demand pattern, and it is expected to be under pressure. Attention should be paid to peak - season demand repair and capacity policies [2]. - The stock index market has seen a significant decline, and it is recommended to reduce risk appetite and lower long - positions in stock index futures [4]. - The Treasury bond market shows a slight upward trend, and it is suggested to hold long - positions in Treasury bonds lightly [4]. - The gold market is expected to operate at a high level, with its pricing mechanism shifting and influenced by factors such as central bank gold purchases, geopolitical risks, and interest - rate policies [4]. - The log market is expected to be range - bound, with stable spot prices and cost - side support [6]. - The pulp market is expected to be at the bottom, with cost support weakening and demand improvement yet to be verified [6]. - The offset paper market is expected to be volatile, with stable supply and potential demand improvement [6]. - The oil and fat market is expected to continue wide - range volatility, affected by factors such as inventory, production, and demand [6]. - The meal market is expected to be volatile with a bearish bias, due to increased supply and weakening post - festival demand [6]. - The live pig market is expected to be volatile in the short - term, with sufficient supply and fluctuating demand [7]. - The rubber market is expected to be in wide - range volatility, affected by weather, production, and demand factors [7]. - The PX, PTA, MEG, PR, and PF markets are affected by factors such as oil prices, supply - demand, and cost, with different trends and wait - and - see or volatile - bearish outlooks [7][9] Summary by Categories Black Industry - **Iron ore**: Supply is expected to remain high, and the oversupply pattern is hard to reverse. Trade friction may cause price drops, but short - term support exists due to macro - factors. Four main lines should be monitored [2]. - **Coking coal and coke**: Macro - policy expectations are high, and supply concerns have emerged after a coal mine accident. The core problem is the low profit of steel mills [2]. - **Rolled steel (rebar and wire rod)**: Supply pressure is relatively large, and demand recovery in October needs attention. The market is expected to continue volatile adjustment [2]. - **Glass**: The short - term supply - demand pattern is not improved, with inventory accumulation. It is expected to be under pressure, and attention should be paid to policies [2]. - **Soda ash**: Similar to glass, it is expected to be adjusted, and the marginal improvement in the peak season should be noted [2]. Financial Market - **Stock index futures/options**: The market has declined significantly. It is recommended to reduce risk and lower long - positions [4]. - **Treasury bonds**: The market shows a slight upward trend, and long - positions can be held lightly [4]. - **Gold and silver**: They are expected to operate at high levels, influenced by central bank purchases, geopolitical risks, and interest - rate policies [4]. Light Industry and Agricultural Products - **Logs**: Spot prices are stable, with cost support. It is expected to be range - bound [6]. - **Pulp**: Cost support weakens, and demand improvement is yet to be verified. It is expected to be at the bottom [6]. - **Offset paper**: Supply is stable, and demand may improve. It is expected to be volatile [6]. - **Oils and fats**: They are expected to continue wide - range volatility, affected by inventory, production, and demand [6]. - **Meals**: They are expected to be volatile with a bearish bias, due to increased supply and weakening post - festival demand [6]. - **Live pigs**: Supply is sufficient, and demand may decline. It is expected to be volatile in the short - term [7]. Soft Commodities and Chemicals - **Rubber**: Production is affected by weather, and demand is weak in the short - term. It is expected to be in wide - range volatility [7]. - **PX, PTA, MEG, PR, PF**: They are affected by oil prices, supply - demand, and cost, with different trends and wait - and - see or volatile - bearish outlooks [7][9]

Report Summary 1. Investment Rating - No investment rating for the industry is provided in the report. 2. Core Viewpoint - The SCFI has risen significantly, but the freight rates at the end of October still declined slightly. The futures market is experiencing wide - range fluctuations. It is recommended to participate with light positions or observe. The core issue is the trend of spot freight rates, and the main contract may be in the bottom - building process [1][3]. 3. Summary by Content Freight Index - On October 13, the Shanghai Export Container Settlement Freight Index (SCFIS) for the European route was 1031.8 points, down 1.4% from the previous period; for the US - West route, it was 862.48 points, down 1.6% from the previous period [2]. - On October 17, the Ningbo Export Container Freight Index (NCFI) composite index was 956.45 points, up 16.79% from the previous period; the European route was 803.21 points, up 14.96% from the previous period; the US - West route was 1254.46 points, up 48.56% from the previous period [2]. - On October 17, the Shanghai Export Container Freight Index (SCFI) was 1310.32 points, up 149.90 points from the previous period; the European line price was 1145 USD/TEU, up 7.2% from the previous period; the US - West route was 11936 USD/FEU, up 31.9% from the previous period [2]. - On October 17, the China Export Container Freight Index (CCFI) composite index was 973.11 points, down 4.1% from the previous period; the European route was 1267.91 points, down 1.5% from the previous period; the US - West route was 725.47 points, down 6.7% from the previous period [2]. PMI Data - Eurozone's September manufacturing PMI preliminary value was 49.5, back below the boom - bust line; the service PMI preliminary value rose from 50.5 to 51.4; the composite PMI preliminary value was 51.2 [2]. - China's August manufacturing PMI was 49.4%, up 0.1 percentage point from the previous month; the composite PMI output index was 50.5%, up 0.3 percentage point from the previous month [2]. - US September S&P Global manufacturing PMI preliminary value was 52; the service PMI preliminary value was 53.9; the composite PMI preliminary value was 53.6 [2]. Tariff and Market Situation - The Sino - US tariff extension negotiation has no substantial progress, and the tariff issue has a marginal effect. The core is the trend of spot freight rates. The main contract may be in the bottom - building process [3]. Futures Market - On October 17, the main contract 2512 closed at 1654.7, down 0.5%, with a trading volume of 2.98 million lots and an open interest of 2.57 million lots, a decrease of 139 lots from the previous day [3]. Trading Strategies - Short - term strategy: The main contract is weak, and the far - month contracts are strong, in line with the bottom - building judgment. Risk - preferring investors are recommended to try to build positions below 1500 for the EC2512 contract. Pay attention to the subsequent market trend, do not hold losing positions, and set stop - losses [3]. - Arbitrage strategy: Due to the volatile international situation, each contract still follows the seasonal logic with large fluctuations. It is recommended to observe temporarily or try with light positions [3]. - Long - term strategy: It is recommended to take profits when the contracts rise, wait for the callback to stabilize, and then judge the subsequent trend [3]. Other Information - The shipping companies continue to announce price increases for November freight rates, which support the futures market, but the freight rates at the end of October still decline slightly [3]. - The daily limit for contracts 2508 - 2606 is adjusted to 18%, and the margin is adjusted to 28%. The daily opening limit for all contracts 2508 - 2606 is 100 lots [3].

Report Summary 1. Report Industry Investment Rating No information provided. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - The main contract is in a weak state, and the far - month contracts are relatively strong, indicating that the main contract may be in the bottom - building process. It is recommended to participate with a light position or wait and see. Attention should be paid to tariff policies, the Middle East situation, and spot freight rates [2][4]. - In the short term, risk - takers are advised to try to build a position when the EC2512 contract is below 1500. In the long term, it is recommended to take profits when the contracts rise and wait for the subsequent direction after the callback stabilizes. For the arbitrage strategy, it is recommended to wait and see or try with a light position [5]. 3. Summary by Related Content 3.1 Freight Index - On October 13, the Shanghai Export Container Settlement Freight Index (SCFIS) for the European route was 1031.8 points, down 1.4% from the previous period; the SCFIS for the US West route was 862.48 points, down 1.6% from the previous period. On October 10, the Shanghai Export Container Freight Index (SCFI) was 1160.42 points, up 45.90 points from the previous period. The SCFI European line price was 1068 USD/TEU, up 9.9% from the previous period; the SCFI US West route was 1468 USD/FEU, up 10.76% from the previous period [3]. - On October 10, the Ningbo Export Container Freight Index (NCFI) (composite index) was 818.97 points, up 11.50% from the previous period; the NCFI (European route) was 698.67 points, up 11.39% from the previous period; the NCFI (US West route) was 844.43 points, down 0.34% from the previous period. The China Export Container Freight Index (CCFI) (composite index) was 1014.78 points, down 6.7% from the previous period; the CCFI (European route) was 1287.15 points, down 8.2% from the previous period; the CCFI (US West route) was 777.77 points, down 5.7% from the previous period [3]. 3.2 Economic Data - The preliminary value of the Eurozone's manufacturing PMI in September was 49.5, falling below the boom - bust line, lower than analysts' expectations and the previous value of 50.7. The preliminary value of the service industry PMI rose from 50.5 to 51.4, exceeding expectations of 50.5. The preliminary value of the Eurozone's composite PMI in September was 51.2, exceeding analysts' expectations. The Eurozone's Sentix investor confidence index in September was - 9.2, with an expected value of - 2 and a previous value of - 3.7 [3]. - In August, China's manufacturing PMI was 49.4%, up 0.1 percentage points from the previous month, and the manufacturing prosperity level improved. The composite PMI output index was 50.5%, up 0.3 percentage points from the previous month, indicating that the overall expansion of Chinese enterprises' production and business activities accelerated [4]. - The preliminary value of the US S&P Global manufacturing PMI in September was 52 (the final value in August was 53); the preliminary value of the service industry PMI was 53.9 (the final value in August was 54.5); the preliminary value of the composite PMI was 53.6 (the final value in August was 54.6) [4]. 3.3 Market Conditions - On October 10, the main contract 2512 closed at 1570.0, down 3.04%, with a trading volume of 31,500 lots and an open interest of 28,100 lots, an increase of 3834 lots from the previous day [4]. - The situation in the Middle East is improving, but the overall atmosphere is still bearish, and the market is under pressure to decline [4]. 3.4 Policy Adjustments - The daily limit and circuit - breaker for contracts from 2508 to 2606 are adjusted to 18%. - The margin of the company for contracts from 2508 to 2606 is adjusted to 28%. - The daily opening limit for all contracts from 2508 to 2606 is 100 lots [5]. 3.5 Geopolitical Situation - On October 10, there were reports that Israel's military would withdraw to the "pre - withdrawal line" area soon, and the cease - fire agreement between Israel and Hamas had taken effect. However, there were also reports that Israeli military attacks on multiple areas in Gaza continued [6].

Report Industry Investment Ratings - Iron ore: Volatile [2] - Coking coal and coke: Volatile [2] - Rebar and hot-rolled coil: Volatile [2] - Glass: Adjustment [2] - Soda ash: Adjustment [2] - CSI 50: Volatile [3] - CSI 300: Volatile [3] - CSI 500: Rebound [4] - CSI 1000: Rebound [4] - 2-year Treasury bond: Volatile [4] - 5-year Treasury bond: Volatile [4] - 10-year Treasury bond: Upward [4] - Gold: Bullish volatility [4] - Silver: Bullish volatility [4] - Logs: Range-bound [6] - Pulp: Consolidation [6] - Offset paper: Volatile [6] - Soybean oil: Wide-range volatility [6] - Palm oil: Wide-range volatility [6] - Rapeseed oil: Wide-range volatility [6] - Soybean meal: Bearish volatility [6] - Rapeseed meal: Bearish volatility [6] - Soybean No. 2: Bearish volatility [6] - Soybean No. 1: Volatile [6] - Live pigs: Volatile and slightly bearish [7] - Rubber: Volatile [7] - PX: Wait-and-see [7] - PTA: Volatile [7] - MEG: Wait-and-see [9] - PR: Wait-and-see [9] - PF: Wait-and-see [9] Core Views - The black sector is affected by trade frictions, and the iron ore market focuses on supply and steel demand; coking coal and coke face production and demand adjustments; steel products have supply and demand contradictions and are expected to continue to fluctuate and adjust [2] - The stock index futures/options market has improved bullish sentiment but still requires risk reduction; the bond market shows a slight upward trend; the gold and silver markets are expected to be bullish due to various factors [3][4] - The forestry and light industry products have different trends, with logs likely to return to range-bound, pulp at the bottom, and paper products showing various fluctuations [6] - The oil and fat market is affected by factors such as inventory, production, and demand, and is expected to continue wide-range volatility; the meal market is under supply pressure and is expected to be bearish [6] - The agricultural products market, such as live pigs, has supply and demand imbalances and is expected to be volatile; the rubber market is affected by weather and demand, and is expected to be wide-range volatile [7] - The chemical products market, such as PX, PTA, and MEG, is affected by factors such as oil prices and supply and demand, and has different trends [7][9] Summaries by Related Catalogs Black Industry - Iron ore: Trade frictions and supply issues affect the market. Steel mill profits are high, and iron ore prices are expected to be volatile. The key lies in steel demand after the holiday [2] - Coking coal and coke: Domestic coking coal production is expected to be lower, but Mongolian coal imports are at a record high. Coke demand is strong, and the first round of price increases has been implemented, but the second round has basically failed. Pay attention to low-buying opportunities [2] - Rebar and hot-rolled coil: Rebar has a large supply pressure, and the key is the demand recovery in October. High supply and inventory accumulation bring pressure, and prices need to match rapid de-stocking to stabilize [2] - Glass: The short-term supply and demand pattern has not improved significantly, with increased production capacity utilization and inventory accumulation. Real estate completion drags down demand, and pay attention to policy and demand recovery [2] - Soda ash: The supply and demand are under pressure, and the price follows the oil price. The PTA supply is increasing, and the demand is weakening, and the price follows the cost [7][9] Financial Products - Stock index futures/options: The market sentiment has improved, but it is still recommended to reduce risk preference and control positions [3][4] - Treasury bonds: The yield of the 10-year Treasury bond has declined, and the central bank has carried out reverse repurchase operations. The bond market shows a slight upward trend, and long positions can be held lightly [4] - Gold and silver: Affected by factors such as interest rates, geopolitics, and inflation, the pricing mechanism is changing, and the market is expected to be bullish [4] Forestry and Light Industry Products - Logs: The port inventory is increasing, and the cost support is strengthening. After the holiday, the supply may increase, and the demand is expected to gradually recover. The price is expected to return to range-bound [6] - Pulp: The spot price is stable, the cost support is weakening, and the demand improvement is uncertain. The price is expected to be at the bottom [6] - Offset paper: The production is relatively stable, the demand is expected to improve, but the profit is low. The price is expected to be volatile [6] Oil and Fat and Meal Products - Oil and fat: Affected by factors such as inventory, production, and demand, the market is expected to continue wide-range volatility. Pay attention to Brazilian soybean sowing and Malaysian palm oil production and sales [6] - Meal: Affected by factors such as global trade and supply and demand, the market is under supply pressure and is expected to be bearish. Pay attention to Brazilian soybean sowing and soybean imports [6] Agricultural Products - Live pigs: The supply is relatively abundant, the demand may decline, and the price is expected to be volatile and slightly bearish [7] - Rubber: Affected by weather and demand, the production is affected, and the demand is weak. The inventory is decreasing, and the price is expected to be wide-range volatile [7] Chemical Products - PX: The supply and demand are under pressure, and the price follows the oil price. The PXN spread is suppressed [7] - PTA: The supply is increasing, the demand is weakening, and the price follows the cost [7][9] - MEG: The port inventory is increasing, the supply pressure is increasing, and the price support may be weakened [9] - PR: The market rebounds weakly and may be volatile and bearish [9] - PF: The downstream demand is good, but the international oil price is weak, and the price may be bearish [9]

Report Summary Investment Rating No investment rating for the industry is provided in the report. Core Viewpoints - Amid China's sanctions on South Korean shipbuilders and the uncertain Sino - US trade friction, the market may remain volatile. The core issue is the direction of spot freight rates, and the main contract may be in the bottom - building process. It's recommended to participate with a light position or just observe [2][6]. - Although the SCFI index has rebounded, the overall atmosphere is still bearish, and the market is under downward pressure. Attention should be paid to tariff policies, the Middle East situation, and spot freight rates [6]. Summary by Related Content Freight Indexes - On October 13, the Shanghai Export Container Settlement Freight Index (SCFIS) for the European route was 1031.8 points, down 1.4% from the previous period; the SCFIS for the US - West route was 862.48 points, down 1.6% from the previous period. On October 10, the Ningbo Export Container Freight Index (NCFI) for the comprehensive index was 818.97 points, up 11.50% from the previous period; the NCFI for the European route was 698.67 points, up 11.39% from the previous period; the NCFI for the US - West route was 844.43 points, down 0.34% from the previous period [4]. - On October 10, the Shanghai Export Container Freight Index (SCFI) was 1160.42 points, up 45.90 points from the previous period; the SCFI price for the European route was 1068 USD/TEU, up 9.9% from the previous period; the SCFI price for the US - West route was 1468 USD/FEU, up 10.76% from the previous period. The China Export Container Freight Index (CCFI) for the comprehensive index was 1014.78 points, down 6.7% from the previous period; the CCFI for the European route was 1287.15 points, down 8.2% from the previous period; the CCFI for the US - West route was 777.77 points, down 5.7% from the previous period [4]. Economic Data - The eurozone's September manufacturing PMI preliminary value was 49.5, back below the boom - bust line, lower than analysts' expectations and the previous value of 50.7. The service industry PMI preliminary value rose from 50.5 to 51.4, exceeding expectations of 50.5. The eurozone's September composite PMI preliminary value was 51.2, exceeding analysts' expectations. The eurozone's September Sentix investor confidence index was - 9.2, with an expected value of - 2 and a previous value of - 3.7 [4]. - In August, China's manufacturing PMI was 49.4%, up 0.1 percentage point from the previous month, and the manufacturing prosperity level improved. The comprehensive PMI output index was 50.5%, up 0.3 percentage point from the previous month, remaining above the critical point, indicating that the overall expansion of Chinese enterprises' production and business activities accelerated [5]. - The preliminary value of the US September S&P Global manufacturing PMI was 52 (the final value in August was 53); the preliminary value of the service industry PMI was 53.9 (the final value in August was 54.5); the preliminary value of the composite PMI was 53.6 (the final value in August was 54.6) [5]. Market Conditions - The Sino - US tariff issue has shown a marginal effect. As of October 10, the main contract 2512 closed at 1570.0, down 3.04%, with a trading volume of 31,500 lots and an open interest of 28,100 lots, an increase of 3834 lots from the previous day [6]. - The situation in the Middle East is improving, but the overall atmosphere is still bearish, and the market is under downward pressure [6]. Strategies - **Short - term Strategy**: The main contract is weak, and the far - month contracts are strong, which is in line with the bottom - building judgment. Risk - takers are advised to take profits. Pay attention to the subsequent market trend, do not hold losing positions, and set stop - losses [7]. - **Arbitrage Strategy**: Given the volatile international situation, each contract still follows the seasonal logic with large fluctuations. It's recommended to wait and see or try with a light position [7]. - **Long - term Strategy**: Each contract is advised to take profits when the price rises, wait for the price to stabilize after a pullback, and then determine the subsequent direction [7]. Contract Adjustments - The daily limit for contracts 2508 - 2606 is adjusted to 18% - The company's margin for contracts 2508 - 2606 is adjusted to 28% - The daily opening limit for all contracts 2508 - 2606 is 100 lots [7]