Investment Rating - The investment rating for Zijin Mining is "Buy" with a target price of HK$39.00, representing an expected total return of 16.7% [6][8]. Core Insights - The report presents a bullish outlook on gold and copper prices, driven by geopolitical tensions, potential FED rate cuts, and increased gold reserves in emerging countries [2][4]. - Zijin Gold aims for an output target of 100 tons per annum (tpa) by 2030, with a projected compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15% through 2030, primarily through internal production improvements and acquisitions [3]. - The copper supply-demand dynamic indicates a robust demand forecast, with expectations of reaching 40 million tons per annum (mntpa) by 2035, despite current output challenges faced by Zijin [4]. Summary by Sections Gold Price Outlook - Mr. Lin holds a positive view on gold prices, citing historical increases during previous economic cycles and suggesting further upside potential in the current cycle [2]. Copper Supply-Demand Dynamics - Global top-10 copper miners produced approximately 8 million tons of copper in the first nine months of 2025, with Zijin experiencing a 2% year-over-year decrease in output due to mine disruptions and logistical issues [4]. Acquisition Plans - Zijin Mining is actively seeking acquisition opportunities in copper, gold, and lithium, with specific targets in South America and Africa, aiming for a lithium capacity of 200-250 kilotons per annum by 2028 [5].

Market Overview - The Shanghai Composite Index fell by 0.81% on November 18, with only four sectors rising, led by Media and Computer industries, which increased by 1.60% and 0.93% respectively [1] - The Coal and Electric Equipment sectors experienced the largest declines, with drops of 3.17% and 2.97% respectively [1] - The Nonferrous Metals industry also saw a decline of 2.80% [1] Capital Flow Analysis - The main capital outflow from the two markets totaled 88.764 billion yuan, with only four sectors seeing net inflows [1] - The Computer industry had the highest net inflow of 2.730 billion yuan, followed by the Media industry with a net inflow of 2.434 billion yuan [1] - The Electric Equipment sector faced the largest net outflow, totaling 24.670 billion yuan, followed by the Nonferrous Metals sector with a net outflow of 11.707 billion yuan [1] Nonferrous Metals Sector Details - The Nonferrous Metals industry had 137 stocks, with only 10 stocks rising and 126 stocks declining [2] - The top stock in terms of net capital inflow was Zhangyuan Tungsten Industry, with an inflow of 165 million yuan, followed by Zhongtung High-tech and Xianglu Tungsten Industry with inflows of 61.7705 million yuan and 49.3053 million yuan respectively [2] - Major stocks with significant capital outflows included Ganfeng Lithium, Zijin Mining, and Tianqi Lithium, with outflows of 970 million yuan, 816 million yuan, and 795 million yuan respectively [2][3]

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Core Viewpoint - Zijin Mining's stock price has experienced fluctuations, with a notable increase of 94.25% year-to-date, but a recent decline of 4.12% over the past five trading days [1] Group 1: Stock Performance - As of November 18, Zijin Mining's stock price was 28.40 CNY per share, with a market capitalization of 754.80 billion CNY [1] - The stock has seen a trading volume of 29.85 billion CNY, with a turnover rate of 0.51% [1] - Year-to-date, the stock has increased by 94.25%, but has decreased by 4.12% in the last five trading days and 5.49% in the last twenty trading days [1] Group 2: Financial Performance - For the period from January to September 2025, Zijin Mining reported a revenue of 254.20 billion CNY, representing a year-on-year growth of 10.33% [2] - The net profit attributable to shareholders for the same period was 37.86 billion CNY, showing a significant year-on-year increase of 55.45% [2] Group 3: Shareholder Information - As of September 30, 2025, the number of shareholders for Zijin Mining reached 529,800, an increase of 57.83% from the previous period [2] - The company has distributed a total of 59.28 billion CNY in dividends since its A-share listing, with 27.77 billion CNY distributed in the last three years [3] - Major shareholders include Hong Kong Central Clearing Limited, which holds 1.35 billion shares, a decrease of 235 million shares from the previous period [3]

Core Viewpoint - The news highlights the performance of the non-ferrous metal sector, particularly focusing on the recent trends in the market, including the performance of the Non-Ferrous 50 ETF and the underlying factors affecting metal prices and demand [1][2][3][4]. Group 1: Non-Ferrous 50 ETF Performance - As of November 17, 2025, the Non-Ferrous 50 ETF (159652) decreased by 0.39%, with a latest price of 1.53 yuan [1]. - The ETF has seen a net subscription of 62 million units, with an estimated net subscription amount exceeding 94 million yuan [1]. - The latest scale of the Non-Ferrous 50 ETF reached 2.829 billion yuan, with a significant increase in shares by 13.46 million units over the past three months [2]. Group 2: Market Trends and Demand - The lithium industry is experiencing high growth due to strong demand in the energy storage market, with expectations of over 60% growth next year driven by domestic pricing policies and international demand [2]. - Copper prices are expected to rise in the long term due to supply constraints, with Freeport reducing copper production and ongoing demand recovery in the cable industry [3]. - The aluminum sector faces challenges due to power supply constraints, which may accelerate the exit of high-cost aluminum production and delay new capacity investments [3]. Group 3: Investment Opportunities - The Non-Ferrous 50 ETF is highlighted as a leading investment option due to its high "gold and copper content," with copper accounting for 33% and gold for 13% of the index [4]. - The ETF has shown superior performance since 2022, with a cumulative return leading its peers and a lower maximum drawdown [5]. - The index's growth is driven by earnings rather than valuation, with a current PE ratio of 23.74, down 61% from five years ago, indicating a favorable valuation [6].

Core Viewpoint - Citigroup's research report indicates that Zijin Mining's Vice President Lin Hongfu expects gold prices to have further upside potential, with the company focusing on gold production targets of 100 tons annually by 2030, with 30% growth from internal capacity enhancement and 70% from acquisitions, particularly in South America and Africa [1] Group 1: Gold Outlook - The company aims for an annual gold production of 100 tons by 2030, with 30% of this growth expected from internal capacity improvements and 70% from acquisitions [1] - The focus on acquisitions will be particularly strong in South America and Africa [1] Group 2: Copper Outlook - Lin Hongfu anticipates strong growth in copper demand, projecting it to reach 40 million tons annually by 2035, indicating the beginning of a super cycle [1] - The company plans to actively seek acquisitions of copper mining resources due to increasing exploration difficulties and extended capital expenditure cycles [1] Group 3: Lithium Strategy - The company will concentrate on existing lithium projects, targeting an annual production capacity of 200,000 to 250,000 tons by 2028 [1] Group 4: Investment Rating - Citigroup has set a target price of HKD 39 for Zijin Mining and maintains a "Buy" rating [1]

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Overweight" rating for the non-ferrous metals sector [1]. Core Views - The non-ferrous metals sector saw a weekly increase of 1.07% from November 10 to November 14, outperforming the overall market index [14]. - Precious metals, particularly gold, are expected to maintain a bullish outlook in the medium term despite short-term fluctuations due to changing interest rate expectations [4][49]. Summary by Sections Market Review - The Shanghai Composite Index fell by 0.18%, while the non-ferrous metals sector ranked 16th among 31 sectors, outperforming the index by 1.25 percentage points [14]. - Precious metals increased by 2.77%, energy metals by 2.47%, and industrial metals by 1.56%, while small metals and new materials declined by 1.42% and 3.22%, respectively [14]. Industrial Metals - **Copper**: Prices rose with LME copper at $10,846 per ton (up 1.41%) and SHFE copper at ¥86,900 per ton (up 1.12%). Supply remains weak, with Codelco's September production down 7.2% year-on-year [2][31]. - **Aluminum**: LME aluminum reached $2,859 per ton (up 1.41%), driven by increased demand from the electric vehicle sector, where sales exceeded 50% of total new car sales in October [3][35]. - **Zinc**: Prices fell with LME zinc at $3,015 per ton (down 1.70%) and SHFE zinc at ¥22,470 per ton (down 1.30%). Zinc inventories increased, indicating a bearish trend [41]. - **Tin**: LME tin rose to $36,860 per ton (up 2.90%) due to reduced exports from Indonesia, which halved in October [45]. Precious Metals - **Gold**: COMEX gold closed at $4,084.40 per ounce (up 1.91%), while SHFE gold was at ¥953.20 per gram (up 3.47%). The resumption of U.S. government operations alleviated liquidity concerns, boosting prices [4][49]. - The Federal Reserve's hawkish comments and the lack of supporting economic data have led to a decrease in December rate cut expectations from 95% to around 50%, causing some price corrections in precious metals [50]. Inventory Changes - Copper inventories decreased, with LME at 135,700 tons (down 0.13%) and SHFE at 109,400 tons (down 4.89%) [29][34]. - Aluminum inventories increased slightly, with LME at 552,400 tons (up 0.57%) and SHFE at 114,900 tons (up 1.38%) [35].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Positive" investment rating for the non-ferrous and steel industry in China [6]. Core Viewpoints - As expectations for interest rate cuts fluctuate, the focus should shift to sectors benefiting from mid-term fiscal policy initiatives [10][13]. - The copper sector is expected to see upward price movement due to supply constraints and increased demand from AI data centers [10][13]. - The lithium carbonate sector is poised for growth as policy improvements enhance the economic viability of energy storage projects [10][14]. - The gold sector is anticipated to experience price stability in the short term, with a bullish outlook for the medium term driven by credit and risk factors [10][15]. Summary by Sections Copper Sector - Supply guidance has been continuously revised downward, with a cumulative reduction exceeding 500,000 tons for 2025, indicating tightening supply conditions [10][13]. - Demand for copper is expected to rise significantly due to the expansion of AI data centers, with projected cumulative usage exceeding 4.3 million tons from 2025 to 2035 [10][13]. Lithium Sector - Recent policy changes have improved the economic feasibility of energy storage, with a notable strategic partnership between Haibo Shichuang and CATL for a significant battery cell procurement order [10][14]. - The demand for lithium is expected to continue its upward trend, supported by favorable policies [10][14]. Steel Sector - Steel production is entering a peak demand season, with slight increases in iron output and a decrease in rebar consumption [10][16][20]. - Overall inventory levels for steel are declining, indicating a tightening market [10][22]. - Profitability for most steel products is recovering, with cost differentiation observed across various steel types [10][26]. New Energy Metals - In October 2025, China's lithium carbonate production surged by 67.28% year-on-year, reflecting strong supply growth [10][41]. - The demand for new energy vehicles remains robust, with significant year-on-year increases in production and sales [10][45]. Price Trends - Prices for lithium and cobalt have shown upward trends, while nickel prices have experienced slight declines [10][50][51]. - The overall steel price index has seen minor fluctuations, with specific products experiencing varied price movements [10][36][37].

Group 1 - International gold prices have been fluctuating at high levels, with domestic gold jewelry prices also remaining elevated, leading to a consumer preference for lightweight gold products and gold bars [1][2] - As of November 16, 2023, major brands like Chow Tai Fook and Luk Fook have gold jewelry prices exceeding 1300 RMB per gram, while gold recovery prices have surpassed 900 RMB per gram [1] - The World Gold Council indicates that lightweight gold products are increasingly contributing to retail sales, with 10 grams or less gold products accounting for 45% of jewelry sales in the first half of 2025 [2] Group 2 - The China Gold Association reported a 7.95% year-on-year decline in gold consumption for the first three quarters of 2025, with gold jewelry consumption down 32.50%, while gold bars and coins saw a 24.55% increase [2] - The demand for gold bars remains strong, highlighting gold's role as a safe-haven asset amid economic uncertainties [2] - The domestic gold production has shown growth, with a total of 392.931 tons produced in the first three quarters of 2025, marking a 3.6% increase year-on-year [3][4] Group 3 - Companies in the gold jewelry sector are focusing on enhancing the gross profit contribution per gram of gold jewelry through brand fee increases, wholesale margin improvements, and optimizing product structures [3] - Zijin Mining reported a 20% year-on-year increase in gold production, with a total of 65 tons produced in the first three quarters of 2025, contributing to significant revenue growth [4] - The Shanghai Gold Exchange and Shanghai Futures Exchange have seen substantial increases in trading volumes and values, indicating a robust market activity [4]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a positive outlook on the metals and new materials industry, indicating a high prosperity trend despite fluctuating interest rate expectations [3][4]. Core Views - The report highlights that the non-ferrous metals index outperformed the broader market indices, with significant year-to-date gains across various metal categories, particularly energy metals and precious metals [5][9]. - The report suggests that the recent interest rate cuts and ongoing geopolitical developments will continue to influence metal prices positively, particularly for gold and silver [4][22]. Weekly Market Review - The Shanghai Composite Index decreased by 0.18%, while the non-ferrous metals index increased by 1.07%, outperforming the CSI 300 by 2.15 percentage points [5]. - Year-to-date, the non-ferrous metals index has risen by 77.71%, significantly outperforming the CSI 300 by 60.09 percentage points [8]. Price Changes and Industry Key Companies Valuation - Precious metals saw a price increase, with gold prices rising by 1.91% and silver by 4.51% [14]. - The report provides detailed price changes for various metals, including copper, aluminum, and lithium, indicating a mixed performance with some metals experiencing price increases while others faced declines [15][17]. - Key companies in the industry are highlighted with their respective valuations, showing a range of price-to-earnings (PE) and price-to-book (PB) ratios, indicating potential investment opportunities [19][20]. Precious Metals - The report notes an increase in gold ETF holdings, reflecting growing investor confidence in gold as a safe-haven asset [22]. - The gold-silver ratio is reported at 78.3, suggesting potential shifts in demand dynamics between these two precious metals [23]. Industrial Metals - The report discusses the supply and demand dynamics for copper, noting a decrease in domestic social inventory and fluctuations in production rates [28]. - For aluminum, the report indicates an increase in downstream processing rates and a tightening supply-demand balance, suggesting a positive price outlook [42][44]. Small Metals - The report highlights the tight supply conditions for cobalt due to export restrictions from the Democratic Republic of Congo, while lithium prices continue to rise due to strong demand in energy storage [9][17].