Investment Rating - The report maintains a positive outlook on the metals industry, indicating an upward cycle despite liquidity disturbances [2][3]. Core Views - The Federal Reserve's indecisiveness regarding interest rate cuts and changing market sentiment towards AI narratives have led to fluctuations in base metal prices. However, the fundamentals for energy metals remain strong, with prices trending upwards [2][3]. Summary by Sections 1. Precious Metals - Market sentiment is affected by volatility in risk assets and central banks reducing gold reserves. The Federal Reserve's mixed economic assessments and fluctuating expectations for a December rate cut dominate the market [5][7]. - Gold prices as of November 21: SHFE gold decreased by 3.36% to 926.94 CNY/g, while COMEX gold fell by 0.77% to 4062.80 USD/oz [7][25]. - China's gold reserves increased by 30,000 ounces to 7,409 million ounces as of the end of October, marking 12 consecutive months of growth [7]. 2. Copper - Copper prices are under pressure due to fluctuating expectations for interest rate cuts. As of November 21, SHFE copper decreased by 1.43% to 85,660 CNY/ton, and LME copper fell by 0.69% to 10,777.5 USD/ton [10][22]. - The supply side is impacted by an accident in the Democratic Republic of Congo, while demand remains strong, particularly from AI data centers and power grids [10][22]. 3. Aluminum - Aluminum prices are experiencing high volatility due to macroeconomic expectations. As of November 21, SHFE aluminum decreased by 2.29% to 21,340 CNY/ton, and LME aluminum fell by 2.54% to 2,786 USD/ton [9][22]. - Domestic electrolytic aluminum supply remains stable, while overseas supply concerns persist. The processing operating rate is steady at 62% [9][22]. 4. Energy Metals - The lithium sector shows strong demand, with lithium prices trending upwards. As of last week, lithium carbonate production was 22,100 tons, up by 585 tons, while inventory decreased by 2,052 tons [11]. - Cobalt prices remain high due to tight upstream raw material supply, while demand from the downstream sector is cautious [11]. 5. Rare Earths - Prices for praseodymium and neodymium have slightly increased before retreating, with no significant changes in the fundamentals. As of November 21, prices were 549,000 CNY/ton for praseodymium and neodymium, and 1,485,000 CNY/ton for dysprosium [12].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a positive outlook on the metals and new materials industry, despite short-term interest rate cut expectations suppressing market performance [3]. Core Views - The report highlights that the high prosperity trend in the sector remains unchanged, with a focus on the recovery potential of precious metals and stable supply-demand dynamics in industrial metals [4][5]. Weekly Market Review - The Shanghai Composite Index fell by 3.90%, while the Shenzhen Component Index dropped by 5.13%. The non-ferrous metals index decreased by 6.75%, underperforming the CSI 300 Index by 2.98 percentage points [5][6]. - Year-to-date, the non-ferrous metals index has risen by 65.71%, outperforming the CSI 300 Index by 52.53 percentage points [7]. Price Changes - Industrial metals and precious metals saw price fluctuations, with LME copper down by 0.69% and COMEX gold down by 0.53% [4][14]. - Lithium prices increased significantly, with lithium spodumene up by 17.84% and battery-grade lithium carbonate up by 6.90% [4][16]. Precious Metals - The report notes that the U.S. non-farm payrolls exceeded expectations, impacting gold prices. The long-term outlook for gold remains positive due to ongoing central bank purchases and a low current gold reserve in China [4][19]. - The report suggests focusing on companies like Shandong Gold, Zhaojin Mining, and Zijin Mining for potential investment opportunities in the precious metals sector [4][17]. Industrial Metals - Copper demand is expected to remain strong, with supply disruptions anticipated due to a recent landslide at Freeport's Grasberg mine, potentially reducing global copper supply by about 2.2% [4][29]. - The report recommends关注 companies such as Zijin Mining, Luoyang Molybdenum, and Tongling Nonferrous Metals for copper investments [4][17]. Aluminum - The aluminum sector is expected to see a tightening supply-demand balance, with domestic production capacity constraints. The report suggests关注 companies like China Aluminum and Xinjiang Zhonghe for investment [4][42]. - The report indicates that the average profit in the electrolytic aluminum industry is approximately 5,489 yuan per ton, with costs decreasing slightly [4][44]. Steel - The steel production is on the rise, with a decrease in inventory levels. The report highlights the importance of monitoring supply adjustments and export demand [4][18]. - Companies like Baosteel and Shagang Group are identified as stable dividend-paying stocks worth关注 [4][18]. Key Company Valuations - The report provides detailed valuations for key companies in the non-ferrous metals and steel sectors, indicating potential investment opportunities based on their earnings and price-to-earnings ratios [4][17][18].

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Group 1 - The metal cobalt sector experienced a decline of 6.57%, ranking among the top losers in the market, with companies like Ganfeng Lithium and Hainan Mining hitting the daily limit down [1] - Major stocks within the metal cobalt sector saw significant net outflows, totaling 5.546 billion yuan, with Ganfeng Lithium leading the outflow at 1.011 billion yuan [2] - Other companies with notable net outflows include Huayou Cobalt, Zijin Mining, and Greeenme, with outflows of 900 million yuan, 586 million yuan, and 393 million yuan respectively [2] Group 2 - The top gainers and losers in various concept sectors were reported, with the titanium dioxide concept down by 7.12% and the Sora concept slightly up by 0.31% [2] - The trading volume for Ganfeng Lithium was 7.98%, while its stock price dropped by 10% [3] - Other companies in the metal cobalt sector, such as Rongbai Technology and Hanrui Cobalt, also faced significant declines of 11.99% and 10.98% respectively [3]

Group 1 - The Hang Seng Index Company announced the quarterly index review results for the Hang Seng ESG Enhanced Index, Hang Seng ESG Enhanced Select Index, and Hang Seng National Index ESG Enhanced Index, effective from December 8, 2025 [1] - The number of constituents in the Hang Seng ESG Enhanced Index will increase from 76 to 77, with the inclusion of Innovent Biologics (01801) and Zijin Mining (02899), while Cheung Kong (00001) will be removed [1][3] - The Hang Seng ESG Enhanced Select Index will also see the addition of Innovent Biologics (01801) and Zijin Mining (02899), increasing its constituents from 74 to 75, with Cheung Kong (00001) being excluded [3][4] Group 2 - The Hang Seng National Index ESG Enhanced Index will include China National Offshore Oil Corporation (00883), Innovent Biologics (01801), and Yum China (09987), maintaining a total of 45 constituents [5] - The inclusion of these companies reflects a focus on ESG criteria within the indices [1][5]

Group 1 - The Hang Seng Index Company announced the quarterly index review results for the Hang Seng ESG Enhanced Index, Hang Seng ESG Enhanced Select Index, and Hang Seng China Enterprises ESG Enhanced Index, effective from December 8, 2025 [1] - The number of constituents in the Hang Seng ESG Enhanced Index will increase from 76 to 77, with the inclusion of Innovent Biologics (01801) and Zijin Mining Group (02899), while Cheung Kong (00001) will be removed [1][3] - The Hang Seng ESG Enhanced Select Index will also see the addition of Innovent Biologics (01801) and Zijin Mining Group (02899), increasing its constituents from 74 to 75, with Cheung Kong (00001) being removed [1][3] Group 2 - The Hang Seng China Enterprises ESG Enhanced Index will include China National Offshore Oil Corporation (00883), Innovent Biologics (01801), and Yum China Holdings (09987), maintaining a total of 45 constituents [1][5] - The inclusion of these companies reflects a focus on enhancing the ESG profile of the indices [1]

Group 1: Core Insights - The weakening credit of US Treasury bonds highlights the monetary reserve attribute of gold, with the ratio of US debt to GDP rising from 60% in 2008 to 119% in September 2025, leading to increased concerns about the sustainability of US debt and boosting gold's appeal as a safe-haven asset [1][22][19] - The Federal Reserve's ongoing interest rate cuts are expected to benefit gold prices, as a decrease in risk-free returns lowers the opportunity cost of holding gold, encouraging capital inflow into the gold market [2][26] - The trend of de-dollarization is accelerating, with central banks globally increasing their gold purchases, as the dollar's share in global reserves has decreased from 71% in 1999 to 57% by Q4 2024, indicating a shift towards gold as a reserve asset [3][36][39] Group 2: Investment Recommendations - The report suggests focusing on companies with advanced technology and resource advantages, specifically Zijin Mining, Shandong Gold, and Chifeng Jilong Gold Mining [4][45] - Zijin Mining is highlighted as a leading gold producer with a strong global presence, reporting a revenue of 254.2 billion yuan in the first three quarters of 2025, a 10.3% increase year-on-year, and a net profit of 37.86 billion yuan, up 55.5% [45][46] - Shandong Gold has seen a significant increase in revenue, reaching 83.78 billion yuan in the first three quarters of 2025, a 25.0% year-on-year growth, with a net profit of 3.96 billion yuan, up 91.5% [50][52] - Chifeng Jilong Gold reported a revenue of 8.64 billion yuan in the first three quarters of 2025, a 38.9% increase year-on-year, with a net profit of 2.06 billion yuan, up 86.2% [55][56]

Core Viewpoint - The report indicates a mixed outlook for the metals industry, with price fluctuations influenced by macroeconomic factors, supply disruptions, and changing monetary policies, particularly regarding interest rates [2][4][6]. Group 1: Lithium Prices - In the first three quarters of 2025, the average price of domestic battery-grade lithium carbonate (99.5% purity) and lithium hydroxide (56.5% purity) was 71,339.89 CNY/ton and 67,844.81 CNY/ton, respectively, representing year-on-year declines of 25.17% and 21.47% compared to the same period in 2024 [1][5]. - The price decline for lithium products has slowed in the first half of 2025, with a rebound observed in the third quarter, suggesting a potential turning point [5]. Group 2: Precious Metals - Precious metal prices have been supported by expectations of interest rate cuts, with gold prices experiencing a significant upward trend in the third quarter of 2025 [3][6]. - The overall labor market remains balanced despite a decline in non-farm employment, indicating potential economic weakness and rising inflation concerns, which further support precious metal prices [3]. Group 3: Industrial Metals - The third quarter of 2025 saw increased expectations for interest rate cuts, which provided support for industrial metal prices, particularly copper, amid supply disruptions from incidents like the Grasberg copper mine accident in Indonesia [4][6]. - The average price of LME copper in the first three quarters was 9,561.07 USD/ton, up 4.71% from 9,131.16 USD/ton in the same period of 2024, while LME aluminum prices rose by 8.44% [4]. Group 4: Energy Metals - The energy metals sector appears to have reached a bottom, with signs of a potential rebound following price declines in the first half of 2025 [5]. - The average price of cobalt in the first three quarters was 226,241.76 CNY/ton, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 6.78%, driven by a significant rebound in September [5]. Group 5: Investment Recommendations - The report suggests that despite uncertainties regarding interest rate cuts in December, the medium-term outlook for macroeconomic easing is strong, which will support non-ferrous metal prices [6]. - Companies to watch include Zijin Mining, Zhongjin Gold, Shandong Gold, Luoyang Molybdenum, Western Mining, Tongling Nonferrous Metals, Hailiang Co., Cangge Mining, Ganfeng Lithium, and Huayou Cobalt [6].

Core Viewpoint - Zijin Mining's stock price has experienced significant fluctuations, with a year-to-date increase of 94.19% but a recent decline of 5.43% over the past five trading days [2]. Financial Performance - For the period from January to September 2025, Zijin Mining achieved a revenue of 254.2 billion yuan, representing a year-on-year growth of 10.33%. The net profit attributable to shareholders was 37.864 billion yuan, showing a substantial increase of 55.45% compared to the previous year [2]. - The company has distributed a total of 59.277 billion yuan in dividends since its A-share listing, with 27.772 billion yuan distributed over the last three years [3]. Stock Market Activity - As of November 21, Zijin Mining's stock price was 28.39 yuan per share, with a market capitalization of 754.536 billion yuan. The trading volume was 5.46 billion yuan, with a turnover rate of 0.09% [1]. - There was a net outflow of 155 million yuan in principal funds, with large orders showing a buy of 184 million yuan and a sell of 237 million yuan [1]. Shareholder Structure - As of September 30, 2025, the number of shareholders increased to 529,800, reflecting a rise of 57.83% from the previous period. The average circulating shares per person remained at zero [2]. - The top ten circulating shareholders include Hong Kong Central Clearing Limited, which holds 1.354 billion shares, a decrease of 235 million shares from the previous period [3].

Report Summary Investment Rating The report does not mention the industry investment rating. Core Viewpoints In Q3 2025, the supply of mainstream mines in Australia was stable, and the lithium shipments in South America increased quarter-on-quarter. In Q4, it is the peak production season for downstream industries, and the overseas lithium mine production capacity is ramping up. It is expected that the production and sales will maintain an upward trend [1][3][11]. Summary by Company Australia - **Overall in Australia**: In Q3 2025, the supply of mainstream mines was stable. The lithium concentrate production increased by about 1.8% year-on-year and 9.1% quarter-on-quarter, while the sales volume decreased slightly by 0.7% year-on-year and was nearly flat quarter-on-quarter. In Q4, with the commissioning of the CGP3 project at Greenbushes and the production capacity ramping up at Pilbara, it is expected that the production and sales will maintain an upward trend [3]. - **Greenbushes**: In Q3 2025, it produced 320,000 tons of lithium concentrate, a 6% quarter-on-quarter and 21% year-on-year decrease. The sales volume was 301,000 tons, a 27% quarter-on-quarter and 23% year-on-year decrease. The average selling price was $730/ton (FOB), a 1% quarter-on-quarter increase. The cash production cost increased by 6% quarter-on-quarter to A$388/ton, a 40% year-on-year increase. The Kwinana lithium hydroxide plant produced 2,775 tons of lithium hydroxide in Q3 2025, a 31% quarter-on-quarter and 85% year-on-year increase, and the sales volume was 2,921 tons, a 68% quarter-on-quarter increase. The CGP3 is expected to start commissioning at the end of 2025, increasing the annual production capacity by 520,000 tons to 2.14 million tons of lithium concentrate per year [4]. - **Pilbara**: In Q3 2025, it produced 225,000 tons of lithium concentrate (SC5.3), a 2% year-on-year and quarter-on-quarter increase. The sales volume was 214,000 tons, a 1% quarter-on-quarter decrease and almost flat year-on-year. The average selling price was $742/ton (SC5.3, CIF China), a 24% quarter-on-quarter increase. The unit operating cost was $422/ton, a 9% quarter-on-quarter and 12% year-on-year decrease. The Ngungaju factory is under maintenance and can be quickly restarted when the market recovers. The feasibility study of the P2000 expansion is in progress, and the results are expected to be announced in FY2027. The midstream demonstration plant in Australia is under construction as planned and is expected to be completed in Q4. In Q3, the two production lines of the joint-venture lithium salt plant in South Korea produced 2,773 and 2,040 tons of lithium hydroxide respectively, and the sales volumes were 3,245 and 1,593 tons [5]. - **Mt Marion**: In Q3 2025, the total production of lithium concentrate was 146,000 tons, a 18% quarter-on-quarter and 7% year-on-year increase. The shipment volume of spodumene concentrate was 142,000 tons (SC4.6), a 4% quarter-on-quarter increase and a 36% year-on-year decrease (110,000 tons in terms of SC6, a 2% quarter-on-quarter increase and a 27% year-on-year decrease). The selling price in Q3 was $797/ton (SC6), a 31% quarter-on-quarter increase and a 2% year-on-year decrease. The cost in this quarter was A$796/ton (SC6, FOB), a 11% quarter-on-quarter increase and a 22% year-on-year decrease [6]. - **Wodgina**: In Q3 2025, it produced 176,000 tons of lithium concentrate, a 6% quarter-on-quarter and 73% year-on-year increase. The sales volume was 194,000 tons, a 45% quarter-on-quarter and 111% year-on-year increase (176,000 tons in terms of SC6, a 44% quarter-on-quarter and 110% year-on-year increase). The unit selling price was $881/ton (SC6), a 31% quarter-on-quarter and 5% year-on-year increase. The corresponding unit cost was A$733/ton, a 14% quarter-on-quarter increase and a 40% year-on-year decrease [7]. - **Kathleen Valley**: In Q3 2025, the production of lithium concentrate was 87,172 tons, a 1% quarter-on-quarter increase. The sales volume was 77,474 tons, a 20% quarter-on-quarter decrease. The inventory increased by 89% quarter-on-quarter to 20,912 tons. The average selling price was $700/ton (SC6), a 5% quarter-on-quarter decrease. The corresponding unit operating cost was $715/ton (FOB, SC6), a 24% quarter-on-quarter increase. The all-in sustaining cost (AISC) was $886/ton, a 13% quarter-on-quarter increase [8]. - **Mt Holland**: SQM updated the full-year sales guidance for Holland in 2025 to about 20,000 tons of LCE (50% equity). The lithium salt sales volume in Q3 was 10,000 tons, a significant increase from 1,300 tons in the previous quarter [9]. South America - **Overall in South America**: In Q3 2025, the shipments of major lithium resources increased by 14% quarter-on-quarter. It is expected that in Q4, as the salt lakes emerge from the production off-season, combined with production capacity ramping up and the downstream peak season, the lithium salt shipments in South America are expected to show an upward trend. The 3Q lithium salt lake project of Zijin Mining was officially put into production in September [11]. - **SQM**: In Q3 2025, the lithium salt sales volume of the Chilean division was 62,900 tons, a 22.85% year-on-year and 18.45% quarter-on-quarter increase. The average selling price was $8,281/ton, a 15% year-on-year and 1% quarter-on-quarter decrease. The average cost was $6,050/ton, a 24% year-on-year and 15% quarter-on-quarter decrease [12]. - **Arcadium Lithium Salt Lake Project**: The total quarterly production of the group's lithium resources was about 13,000 tons of LCE, a 3% quarter-on-quarter increase. The annual maintenance plan of the Fenix factory was adjusted from June to August, affecting the lithium carbonate production in this quarter, and the maintenance has been completed [13]. - **Caucharí-Olaroz**: In Q3 2025, the production was 8,300 tons, a 2% quarter-on-quarter decrease. The total production of lithium carbonate in the first three quarters of 2025 was about 24,000 tons, making the project likely to exceed the lower limit of the 2025 production guidance (30,000 - 35,000 tons). The total shipment volume of lithium carbonate in Q3 2025 was about 7,775 tons, a 10% quarter-on-quarter decrease, and the selling price was $7,522/ton. The second-phase expansion project with a production capacity of 45,000 tons/year of lithium carbonate is in progress, and the design of the 5,000-ton demonstration plant is being carried out in China [14]. - **Centenario-Ratones**: The production in Q3 was about 2,080 tons of LCE, a significant increase from 440 tons and 270 tons in the previous two quarters. The lithium sales volume in the quarter was 1,000 tons of LCE, compared with 480 tons in the previous quarter. In September, the capacity utilization rate of the factory reached 50% of the铭牌 capacity, in line with the production ramping-up expectations. Eramet expects the production of this salt lake in 2025 to be 4,000 - 7,000 tons [15]. - **Zijin 3Q**: On September 12, the commissioning ceremony of the 20,000-ton/year lithium carbonate project of Zijin Mining's Lithium Technology 3Q lithium salt lake was held. The pre - work such as the permit approval for the second-phase project is progressing in an orderly manner, with a planned lithium carbonate production capacity of 40,000 tons/year. After the full operation of the two phases, the annual production capacity is expected to reach 60,000 - 80,000 tons [16][17]. Others - **Grota do Cirilo**: In Q3 2025, affected by the change of equipment suppliers, the lithium concentrate production was 44,000 tons, a 27% year-on-year and 36% quarter-on-quarter decrease. The mine operation is expected to resume at the end of November, and the production capacity will be fully increased to 300,000 tons/year in Q1 2026. The sales volume was 49,000 tons, a 15% year-on-year decrease and a 21% quarter-on-quarter increase. The average selling price was $586/ton, a 61% year-on-year and 40% quarter-on-quarter increase. The cash operating cost (CIF China, including royalties) was $543/ton, a 6% year-on-year and 23% quarter-on-quarter increase. The second-phase expansion project is continuing, and the earthwork and terrace construction were completed this quarter. The second-phase project will add an annual capacity of 250,000 tons of lithium concentrate, and the total annual capacity of the mine will reach 520,000 tons. The commissioning of the second-phase project is postponed to before the end of 2026 [17]. - **AMG**: In Q3 2025, it sold 15,409 tons of lithium concentrate, a 16% quarter-on-quarter increase and a 32% year-on-year decrease. The unit selling price was $530/ton (CIF, China), a 15% quarter-on-quarter and 39% year-on-year decrease. The corresponding cost was $420/ton, a 14% quarter-on-quarter and 7% year-on-year decrease. One of the company's expansion project equipment has been malfunctioning since Q2, and the current operating capacity is 110,000 tons/year [18]. - **Africa**: The new projects are ramping up production smoothly. The first batch of ores from Ganfeng Lithium's Goulamina spodumene project in Mali arrived at domestic ports in early August. Hainan Mining's Bougouni lithium mine project in Mali obtained an export license from the Malian government and is expected to depart from Africa in Q4. The projects in Zimbabwe and Nigeria have benefited from the recovery of lithium prices and the increase in domestic imports. The main future supply increment in Africa is the northeastern project of Zijin Mining's Manono, with the first-phase project planning an annual production of 95,170 tons of crude lithium sulfate (about 50,000 tons of LCE), and it is planned to be put into production in the first half of 2026 [19].