Group 1 - The rare earth sector has shown a strong upward trend, with the rare earth ETF (516780) experiencing a net inflow of 287 million yuan over seven consecutive trading days from July 9 to July 17, 2025, marking it as the only rare earth-themed ETF in the A-share market to achieve this [1][2] - As of July 17, 2025, the rare earth ETF (516780) reached a new high with 1.184 billion shares and a total scale of 1.452 billion yuan, reflecting a nearly 30% growth in product scale since July [1][2] - The demand for rare earths is being driven by the growth in domestic industries such as new energy vehicles, industrial robots, and low-altitude economy, which is expected to enhance the profitability of companies within the industry [1][2] Group 2 - The prices of rare earth products, particularly praseodymium and neodymium, have increased, with the price of praseodymium neodymium oxide reaching 466,400 yuan per ton as of July 15, 2025, representing a 17.2% increase in the first half of the year [2] - The rare earth ETF (516780) tracks the CSI Rare Earth Industry Index, which includes companies involved in rare earth mining, processing, trading, and applications, with leading companies such as Northern Rare Earth, China Rare Earth, and China Aluminum among its top five constituents [2] - The management of the rare earth ETF, Huatai-PB Fund, has over 18 years of experience in ETF operations, with its ETFs collectively exceeding 500 billion yuan in scale, placing it in the top tier of the industry [2] Group 3 - The investment value of the rare earth sector is expected to further increase due to strong demand resilience and rising raw material prices, making the rare earth ETF (516780) an attractive option for investors [3] - Investors can also consider the connection funds (Class A: 014331/Class C: 014332) to capitalize on the recovery opportunities in the rare earth industry [3]

Group 1 - The Chain Expo showcased over 110 renowned companies in advanced manufacturing, including China CRRC, China Aluminum Group, Siemens, Honeywell, Corning, and Sumitomo Electric, highlighting the latest practices in rail transportation, aerospace, low-altitude economy, and industrial automation [1] - The theme event "Leading New Quality Productivity Development with Technological Innovation" emphasized that modern manufacturing is essential for a better life, and international cooperation is crucial for accelerating advanced manufacturing development [1] - Airbus's COO in China highlighted the importance of a global supply chain in the aviation industry, showcasing the relationship between Chinese manufacturing and the A320 aircraft, with components produced in China [1] Group 2 - Intelligent manufacturing is becoming the main focus for upgrading the manufacturing industry, with Siemens developing 18 digital and intelligent products, 16 of which were completed in just 9 months in China [2] - Honeywell is empowering small and medium-sized enterprises for digital transformation, emphasizing the unique demands of the Chinese market and collaborating with local associations, universities, suppliers, and customers [2] - China Aluminum Group is embracing digitalization by establishing the first "dark factory" in the non-ferrous metal industry, aiming for automation to improve efficiency and safety while reducing costs [2]

Core Viewpoint - The China Rare Earth Industry Index has shown significant growth, reflecting the overall performance of listed companies in the rare earth sector, with a notable increase in trading volume and index points [2]. Group 1: Index Performance - The China Rare Earth Industry Index rose by 1.21% to 1955.26 points, with a trading volume of 38.291 billion yuan [1]. - Over the past month, the index has increased by 6.32%, by 20.10% over the last three months, and by 22.02% year-to-date [2]. Group 2: Index Composition - The index includes companies involved in rare earth mining, processing, trading, and applications, with a base date of December 31, 2011, set at 1000.0 points [2]. - The top ten weighted companies in the index are: Northern Rare Earth (14.93%), China Rare Earth (5.55%), Baotou Steel (5.03%), Lingyi Technology (4.94%), Aluminum Corporation of China (4.69%), Gree Environmental (4.64%), Wolong Electric (4.55%), Shenghe Resources (4.44%), Xiamen Tungsten (4.04%), and Goldwind Technology (3.97%) [2]. Group 3: Market and Sector Breakdown - The index's holdings are primarily listed on the Shanghai Stock Exchange (52.77%), followed by the Shenzhen Stock Exchange (46.62%) and the Beijing Stock Exchange (0.61%) [2]. - In terms of industry composition, raw materials account for 66.06%, industrials for 26.77%, and information technology for 7.17% [2]. Group 4: Index Adjustment and Fund Tracking - The index samples are adjusted biannually, with changes implemented on the next trading day following the second Friday of June and December, with a sample adjustment limit of 20% [3]. - Public funds tracking the rare earth industry include various ETFs from companies such as Harvest, Huatai-PB, and E Fund [3].

Core Viewpoint - The China Securities Index for domestic resources has shown positive performance, with a recent increase in value and significant year-to-date growth, indicating a favorable market trend for resource-related stocks [1]. Group 1: Index Performance - The China Securities Index for domestic resources rose by 0.29% to 3511.13 points, with a trading volume of 35.435 billion yuan [1]. - Over the past month, the index has increased by 1.37%, by 5.59% over the last three months, and by 5.12% year-to-date [1]. Group 2: Index Composition - The top ten holdings in the China Securities Index for domestic resources are: Zijin Mining (15.56%), China Shenhua (6.62%), China Petroleum (5.46%), China Petrochemical (4.52%), Northern Rare Earth (4.1%), Shaanxi Coal and Chemical (3.98%), China National Offshore Oil (3.32%), Luoyang Molybdenum (3.07%), China Aluminum (3.06%), and Shandong Gold (2.99%) [1]. - The index is primarily composed of the materials sector (68.47%) and the energy sector (31.53%) [2]. Group 3: Market Structure - The Shanghai Stock Exchange accounts for 78.58% of the index's holdings, while the Shenzhen Stock Exchange represents 21.42% [1]. - The index samples are adjusted biannually, with changes implemented on the next trading day following the second Friday of June and December [2]. Group 4: Related Funds - Public funds tracking the domestic resources index include Minsheng Jianyin China Securities Domestic Resources C and Minsheng Jianyin China Securities Domestic Resources A [3].

Group 1 - BlackRock's long position in China Aluminum (02600.HK) has increased from 4.61% on July 11 to 5.14% [1]

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Overweight" rating for the steel and non-ferrous metal industries [1] Core Viewpoints - The supply-side reform in China is expected to break the deflationary cycle and create investment opportunities in the steel and non-ferrous metal sectors [1][6] - The report emphasizes the importance of "supply constraints" to manage the supply-demand balance and mitigate economic downturn risks [6][12] - The steel industry is facing severe overcapacity, with state-owned enterprises holding a significant market share, which facilitates the implementation of administrative measures to control production [6][28] Summary by Sections 1. Supply-Side Reform and Economic Management - The socialist market economy in China allows for effective macroeconomic control, contrasting with the cyclical issues faced in capitalist economies [12][13] - Historical experiences show that demand stimulus alone is insufficient to resolve deep-seated deflationary pressures [14][15] - The supply-side reform initiated in 2016 has proven successful in stabilizing prices and improving corporate profitability [21][22] 2. Steel Industry Analysis - The steel industry has been in a state of oversupply from 2007 to 2024, with crude steel production increasing from 490 million tons to 1.01 billion tons, while apparent consumption has not kept pace [28][29] - The production capacity utilization rates for rebar and wire rod are expected to decline from around 70% to 50% due to weak real estate demand [33][34] - The concentration of production among state-owned enterprises is high, with central state-owned enterprises accounting for approximately 63% of total production in 2024 [38][39] 3. Investment Recommendations - The report suggests focusing on three categories of investment targets: profit recovery, stable profit with valuation repair, and stable high-dividend stocks [51] - Specific companies recommended for profit recovery include Liugang Co., Taigang Stainless Steel, and Shandong Iron and Steel, with projected annualized PE ratios improving significantly under favorable conditions [51]

Core Viewpoint - The China Securities Hong Kong 300 Materials Index has shown significant growth, with a 41.40% increase year-to-date, indicating strong performance in the materials sector [1][2]. Group 1: Index Performance - The China Securities Hong Kong 300 Materials Index reported a value of 2311.34 points, with a 6.83% increase over the past month and a 23.83% increase over the past three months [1]. - The index is designed to reflect the overall performance of different industries in the Hong Kong market, classified according to the China Securities industry classification standards [1]. Group 2: Index Composition - The top ten holdings in the China Securities Hong Kong 300 Materials Index include Zijin Mining (26.28%), China Hongqiao (10.9%), and Zhaojin Mining (7.98%) among others [1]. - The index is fully composed of stocks listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, with a 100% representation [1]. Group 3: Industry Breakdown - The industry composition of the index shows that non-ferrous metals account for 78.94%, non-metallic materials for 15.04%, chemicals for 4.62%, and paper and packaging for 1.41% [2]. - The index samples are adjusted biannually, with changes implemented on the next trading day following the second Friday of June and December [2].

Core Insights - Mingyue Lake Laboratory was inaugurated in Liangjiang New Area, focusing on "science and technology innovation + industry" to create a new materials innovation hub [1] - The laboratory will concentrate on new energy storage materials, high-performance lightweight materials, smart materials, interdisciplinary frontier materials, material big data, and intelligent design [1] - Several cooperation agreements were signed with leading companies and research institutions, including Sairisi Group, Baosteel Metal Co., China Aluminum Group, and Changan Automobile Co., to collaborate on advanced material research, high-end equipment manufacturing, innovation platform construction, and industry standard formulation [1]

金十数据7月15日讯，据今日中铝公众号，中铝集团董事长段向东近日在集团总部会见摩根大通集团亚 太区行政总裁李盛德一行，双方围绕深化合作及共同关心的话题交换了意见。段向东表示，希望摩根大 通发挥全球网络与资本市场专长，在资源获取、资本运作及国际化发展等方面给予中铝集团更多支持和 帮助，推动更多合作项目落地见效。李盛德表示，摩根大通希望与中铝集团加强沟通、深化合作，将充 分发挥自身优势，提供更加优质高效的服务支撑，助力中铝集团更好地"走出去"，进一步拓展国际市 场、提升国际竞争力。 中铝集团董事长段向东会见摩根大通集团客人 ...

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Neutral" rating for the steel industry and a "Positive" rating for the non-ferrous metals industry, with "Buy" ratings for specific companies including Luoyang Molybdenum, Zhongjin Gold, Shandong Gold, Zijin Mining, and China Aluminum [4]. Core Views - The report highlights that the steel industry is experiencing manageable inventory pressure, indicating limited supply-demand conflicts. The recovery in raw material prices provides support for prices, and the "anti-involution" sentiment boosts market confidence, leading to expectations of a strong fluctuation in steel prices in the short term [3][16]. - For copper, tight supply and low inventory are supporting prices, but U.S. tariff policies increase trade uncertainty, which may put pressure on copper prices in the short term [3][39]. - The aluminum market faces macro uncertainties, but low domestic inventory supports prices. However, weak downstream demand during the off-season is expected to lead to price fluctuations [3][46]. - Gold prices are supported by tariff and trade uncertainties, with future attention needed on overseas economic data and geopolitical situations [3][4][49]. - The lithium market is under pressure from potential oversupply, despite the "anti-involution" sentiment providing some support for prices [3][52]. Summary by Sections Steel Industry - The report notes that the steel industry is facing limited supply-demand conflicts, with inventory pressure being manageable. The raw material price recovery is expected to support prices, and the "anti-involution" sentiment is boosting market confidence, leading to expectations of strong fluctuations in steel prices [3][16]. - As of July 11, the total steel inventory was 13.33 million tons, down 0.03% from the previous week and down 23.26% year-on-year [25]. - The average price index for steel on July 11 was 3,428.49 CNY/ton, reflecting a 1.14% increase from the previous week [37]. Copper Industry - The report indicates that the copper market is experiencing tight supply and low inventory, which supports prices. However, the U.S. tariff policy adds trade uncertainty, potentially putting pressure on copper prices in the short term [3][39]. - On July 11, the LME copper price was 9,600 USD/ton, down 3.34% from the previous week [44]. Aluminum Industry - The aluminum market is characterized by macro uncertainties, but low domestic inventory is providing price support. The report anticipates price fluctuations due to weak downstream demand during the off-season [3][46]. - On July 11, the LME aluminum price was 2,600 USD/ton, reflecting a slight increase from the previous week [47]. Precious Metals - The report highlights that gold prices are supported by tariff and trade uncertainties, with future attention needed on overseas economic data and geopolitical situations [3][4][49]. - On July 11, the COMEX gold price was 3,370.30 USD/ounce, showing a 1.03% increase from the previous week [49]. Rare Earth and Minor Metals - The report notes that rare earth prices are currently at a cyclical low, with domestic policies promoting supply optimization. The demand from humanoid robots and new energy sectors provides new momentum for the industry [4][63]. - On July 11, the price of light rare earth oxide neodymium was 456,000 CNY/ton, up 2.24% from the previous week [63].