Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Positive" investment rating for the industry [7] Core Views - The lithium industry has passed its darkest moment, with a clear trend of improvement in supply and demand fundamentals. Domestic demand for power steadily increases, coupled with strong energy storage demand, leading to a significant upward revision of terminal growth rates for 2026. The industrialization process of solid-state batteries further strengthens the medium to long-term industry outlook [5][3] - In the precious metals sector, gold prices have experienced significant fluctuations due to various factors, including easing silver market pressures and expectations of a de-escalation in the Russia-Ukraine conflict. However, this does not change the trend of increasing allocation to gold stocks. The current price movements are seen as fluctuations rather than a trend reversal [3][4] - Industrial metals, particularly copper and aluminum, are viewed positively as supply bottlenecks are gradually alleviated. The report highlights the impact of improved trade relations between China and the US, as well as the ongoing geopolitical tensions affecting commodity prices [4][5] Summary by Sections Lithium Industry - The darkest period for the lithium sector is over, with improving supply-demand fundamentals. Domestic power demand is growing steadily, and energy storage demand remains strong. The terminal growth rate for 2026 has been significantly revised upward, and the industrialization of solid-state batteries is accelerating, enhancing long-term industry expectations. Supply-side uncertainties in overseas resource development and weak profitability due to low lithium prices have peaked capital expenditures in the industry by 2024-2025. Although there will still be some capacity release in 2026, supply growth is expected to decline from 2026 to 2028 [5][3] Precious Metals - The report notes that gold prices have seen significant fluctuations recently, driven by easing pressures in the silver market and expectations of a de-escalation in the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Despite these fluctuations, the trend of increasing allocation to gold stocks remains intact. The report emphasizes that the current price movements are more about valuation adjustments rather than a definitive trend reversal [3][4] Industrial Metals - The report indicates that industrial metals, particularly copper and aluminum, are expected to perform well as supply bottlenecks are gradually resolved. The easing of trade tensions between China and the US, along with geopolitical developments, has contributed to a positive outlook for these metals. The report highlights that copper and aluminum inventories have improved, and the overall macroeconomic environment is becoming more favorable for industrial metals [4][5]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Positive" investment rating for the metals and new materials industry, highlighting quality targets in gold and copper [2][3]. Core Insights - The report emphasizes the rising expectations for interest rate cuts, which are anticipated to support the prices of precious metals and industrial metals. It suggests that the central bank's gold purchases will be a long-term trend, leading to a sustained upward movement in gold prices [3][21]. - The report identifies specific companies to watch, including Zijin Mining, Luoyang Molybdenum, Shandong Gold, and others, based on their potential for recovery and growth in the current market environment [3][18]. Weekly Market Review - The Shanghai Composite Index rose by 2.88%, while the Shenzhen Component increased by 4.73%. The non-ferrous metals index rose by 1.13%, underperforming the CSI 300 by 2.11 percentage points [4][3]. - Year-to-date, the non-ferrous metals index has increased by 71.51%, outperforming the CSI 300 by 53.06 percentage points [7][4]. Price Changes and Industry Key Companies Valuation - Industrial metals prices saw increases: copper prices rose by 3.38%, aluminum by 2.93%, and zinc by 3.14% week-on-week. In contrast, precious metals like gold and silver saw declines of 3.30% and 4.38%, respectively [13][14]. - The report provides a detailed valuation of key companies in the industry, indicating their stock prices, earnings per share (EPS), and price-to-earnings (PE) ratios, with companies like Zijin Mining and Shandong Gold highlighted for their strong performance [18][19]. Precious Metals - The report notes an increase in gold ETF holdings, with a total of 1,531 tons, reflecting a slight decrease of 0.2% week-on-week. The report also highlights the increasing confidence in gold as a safe-haven asset amid economic uncertainties [21][22]. - The gold-silver ratio is reported at 85.5, indicating the relative pricing dynamics between these two precious metals [22]. Copper Market Analysis - The report details the supply and demand dynamics for copper, noting a decrease in the copper treatment charge (TC) to $42.6 per dry ton, alongside an increase in domestic social inventory to 182,000 tons [27][16]. - The report highlights the operational rates for copper products, with the electrolytic copper rod and wire and cable operating rates at 61.6% and 62.3%, respectively [27].

Major Events - Cambridge Technology (06166) sets the offer price for H-shares at HKD 68.88 per share [1] - Sany Heavy Industry (06031) sets the offer price for H-shares at HKD 21.30 per share [1] - Hengrui Medicine (01276) receives approval for the launch of HR20031 tablets [1] - Shanghai Pharmaceuticals (02607) subsidiary becomes the holder of the marketing authorization for amisulpride orally disintegrating tablets [1] - Fosun Pharma (02196) receives registration approval for Delarobert tablets and Delarobert granules [1] - WuXi AppTec (02359) plans to sell 100% equity of Kande Hongyi and Jinshi Medicine [1] - Hengfu Holdings (00643) receives a buyout offer at a discount of approximately 79.20% and will resume trading on October 27 [1] Operating Performance - Chifeng Jilong Gold Mining (06693) reports Q3 net profit of CNY 951 million, a year-on-year increase of 140.98% [1] - WuXi AppTec (02359) reports a net profit of CNY 12.076 billion for the first three quarters, up 84.84% year-on-year [1] - Huaxin Cement (06655) reports a net profit of CNY 2.004 billion for the first three quarters, a year-on-year increase of 76.01% [1] - Luoyang Molybdenum (03993) reports a net profit of approximately CNY 14.28 billion for the first three quarters, up 72.61% year-on-year [1] - Goldwind Technology (02208) reports a net profit of approximately CNY 2.584 billion for the first three quarters, a year-on-year increase of 44.21% [1] - CITIC Securities (06030) reports a net profit of approximately CNY 23.159 billion for the first three quarters, up 37.86% year-on-year [1] - Kingdee International (00268) reports annual recurring revenue of approximately CNY 3.86 billion from subscription services for the first three quarters, a year-on-year increase of about 18% [1] - China Nonferrous Mining (01258) estimates a profit of approximately USD 356 million for the first three quarters, a year-on-year increase of about 13% [1] - Chongqing Bank (01963) reports a net profit of CNY 4.879 billion for the first three quarters, a year-on-year increase of 10.19% [1] - China Resources Cement (01313) reports a profit attributable to shareholders of CNY 331 million for the first three quarters, a year-on-year increase of 7.3% [1] - China Shenhua Energy (01088) reports a net profit of CNY 41.366 billion for the first three quarters, a year-on-year decrease of 13.8% [1] - Haohai Biological Technology (06826) reports a net profit of approximately CNY 305 million for the first three quarters, a year-on-year decrease of 10.63% [1] - Great Wall Motors (02333) reports a net profit of CNY 2.298 billion for the third quarter, a year-on-year decrease of 31.23% [1] - China Heart and Heart Fertilizer (01866) reports a net profit of approximately CNY 800 million for the first three quarters, a year-on-year decrease of 47.86% [1] - China National Building Material (03323) reports a net profit of CNY 2.96 billion for the first three quarters [1] - GAC Group (02238) reports a net loss of approximately CNY 4.312 billion for the first three quarters, a shift from profit to loss year-on-year [1] - China Overseas Development (00688) reports revenue of CNY 103 billion and operating profit of CNY 13.15 billion for the first three quarters [1] - Haifeng International (01308) reports revenue of approximately USD 2.459 billion for the first three quarters, a year-on-year increase of approximately 16.6% [1] - China Energy Engineering (03996) reports a cumulative new contract amount of CNY 992.775 billion for the first three quarters, a year-on-year increase of 0.4% [1] E-commerce Performance - Li Ning (02331) reports high double-digit growth in its e-commerce virtual store business for the third quarter [2]

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Positive" (maintained) [3][4] Core Views - The report highlights that copper prices are expected to experience high-level fluctuations in the short term, driven by supply disruptions and ongoing negotiations between the US and China [4] - Aluminum prices are on the rise due to continuous inventory depletion, while the alumina market remains in an oversupply situation [4] - Lithium prices are recovering from the bottom as demand increases during the peak season, with a notable decrease in inventory [4] - Cobalt prices are likely to continue rising due to the implementation of export quotas in the Democratic Republic of Congo, which may tighten supply [4] Summary by Sections 1. Industry Overview - The report indicates that the US CPI for September was lower than expected, which may influence market conditions [8] 2. Market Performance - The overall performance of the non-ferrous metals sector shows that the Shanghai Composite Index rose by 2.88%, while the non-ferrous sector increased by 1.13%, underperforming the index by 1.75 percentage points [11][12] 3. Valuation Changes - The TTM PE for the non-ferrous sector is 27.27, with a weekly change of 0.68, while the PB is 3.17, reflecting a 0.09 change [21][24] 4. Industrial Metals - Copper prices increased by 2.61% in London and 3.95% in Shanghai, with inventories decreasing [26] - Aluminum prices rose by 2.78% in London and 1.14% in Shanghai, with a notable increase in aluminum enterprise profits [36] - Lead and zinc prices also saw increases, with lead prices up by 2.00% and zinc by 2.48% [47] - Lithium prices for lithium carbonate rose by 2.79% to 75,400 yuan/ton, while lithium spodumene increased by 4.14% to 881 USD/ton [76] - Cobalt prices saw a significant increase, with MB cobalt rising by 7.75% to 22.60 USD/pound [89]

Investment Rating - Maintain "Buy" rating for the sector [5] Core Views - The report indicates that the precious metals market is expected to maintain a bullish trend in the medium to long term due to inflationary pressures and global liquidity easing, despite recent price corrections [1][34] - For industrial metals, copper prices are supported by tight supply conditions and liquidity easing, while aluminum prices are expected to show strong fluctuations due to overseas production cuts and geopolitical tensions [2][3] - Energy metals, particularly lithium, are projected to see strong price performance driven by positive demand expectations, while cobalt prices are also on an upward trend despite cautious purchasing strategies from downstream buyers [3][25] Summary by Sections Precious Metals - U.S. September CPI recorded at 3%, lower than the expected 3.1%, indicating a potential for interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve [1][34] - The consumer confidence index in the U.S. has declined to 53.6, reflecting weak economic fundamentals [1][34] - The report suggests that the recent pullback in gold prices is considered sufficient, and long-term bullish trends remain intact [1][34] Industrial Metals - Copper prices are supported by tight supply due to disruptions in mining and easing liquidity conditions [2] - Global copper inventory increased by 19,400 tons, with Chinese inventory rising by 17,100 tons [2] - The report highlights that the aluminum industry in China is maintaining production levels, while overseas production cuts are expected to support aluminum prices [2] - Nickel demand remains strong, particularly in the battery sector, with prices expected to rise [2] Energy Metals - Lithium prices are showing strong performance, with battery-grade lithium carbonate prices rising by 5.4% to 80,000 yuan/ton [3][25] - Cobalt prices are also on the rise, supported by strong demand from the ternary material sector, although purchasing strategies are becoming more cautious [3][25] Key Stocks - Recommended stocks include: - Zijin Mining, Shandong Gold, and Chifeng Jilong Gold for precious metals [1] - Luoyang Molybdenum, Nanshan Aluminum, and China Hongqiao for industrial metals [2][8] - Ganfeng Lithium and Tianqi Lithium for energy metals [3][8]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Recommended" rating for several companies in the non-ferrous metals sector, including Zijin Mining, Luoyang Molybdenum, and China Aluminum [5][6]. Core Views - The report highlights that industrial metal prices are expected to remain strong due to seasonal demand and supply disruptions, particularly for copper and aluminum [2][3]. - Energy metals like lithium and cobalt are projected to perform well, driven by strong demand in the energy storage market and supply constraints [3]. - Precious metals are anticipated to experience price fluctuations in the short term, but long-term trends remain bullish due to central bank gold purchases and weakening dollar credit [4]. Summary by Sections Industrial Metals - Copper prices are supported by macroeconomic sentiment and supply disruptions, with the SMM import copper concentrate index at $51.2/ton, down $0.6/ton month-on-month [2]. - Aluminum demand is robust, particularly from the automotive sector, with domestic aluminum ingot social inventory at approximately 618,000 tons, down 9,000 tons week-on-week [2]. - Key companies recommended include Luoyang Molybdenum, Zijin Mining, and China Aluminum [2]. Energy Metals - Lithium supply is increasing due to new production lines, while demand from the energy storage market is exceeding expectations, supporting strong prices [3]. - Cobalt prices are rising due to supply concerns from the Democratic Republic of Congo, with Chinese companies receiving fewer export quotas than expected [3]. - Recommended companies include Huayou Cobalt and Yichun Lithium [3]. Precious Metals - Gold prices are experiencing short-term volatility due to optimistic international conditions, but long-term outlook remains positive with central bank purchases [4]. - Silver prices are influenced by industrial demand and follow gold's price movements [4]. - Recommended companies include Western Gold and Shandong Gold [4].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company [6] Core Views - The company has exceeded production and sales expectations, with significant cost reduction and efficiency improvements [1][5] - The KFM Phase II project is progressing smoothly, with an investment of $1.084 billion and expected completion in 2027 [2] - The company is expected to see revenue growth driven by increased production and rising metal prices, with projected revenues of 230.1 billion, 264.6 billion, and 285.7 billion yuan for 2025-2027 [5] Financial Performance Summary - For the first three quarters of 2025, the company achieved revenue of 145.5 billion yuan, a decrease of 5.99% year-on-year, while net profit attributable to shareholders increased by 72.6% to 14.28 billion yuan [1] - In Q3 2025, revenue was 50.7 billion yuan, down 2.36% year-on-year, but net profit rose by 96.4% to 5.61 billion yuan [1] - The company reported a significant reduction in operating costs, down 10.94% year-on-year [1] Production and Sales Summary - Copper production for the first three quarters reached 543,400 tons, up 14.14% year-on-year, with a completion rate of 86.25% [1] - The cobalt, molybdenum, tungsten, niobium, and phosphate production also exceeded targets, with completion rates of 79.98%, 78.60%, 85.71%, 78.41%, and 79.37% respectively [1] - The IXM trading segment achieved a physical trading volume of 3.3311 million tons, with a completion rate of 78.38% [1] Segment Performance Summary - In the copper-cobalt segment, Q3 copper production was 190,000 tons, with revenue of 12.9 billion yuan and a gross profit of 7.1 billion yuan [3] - The molybdenum segment reported Q3 production of 3,622 tons, with revenue of 1.7 billion yuan and a gross profit of 820 million yuan [4] - The niobium and phosphate segments reported revenues of 700 million yuan and 950 million yuan respectively, with gross profits of 460 million yuan and 290 million yuan [5]

Group 1 - The latest report on state-owned assets reveals that by the end of 2024, the total assets of state-owned enterprises (excluding financial enterprises) will reach 401.7 trillion yuan, with state capital equity at 109.4 trillion yuan [2] - The People's Bank of China will conduct a 900 billion yuan MLF operation on October 27, 2025, to maintain ample liquidity in the banking system [6] - The Guangdong provincial government has issued measures to support the high-quality development of the low-altitude economy, including financial services and encouraging qualified enterprises to go public [10] Group 2 - In the semiconductor industry, a significant breakthrough has been achieved in photoresist technology, which is crucial for the continuous miniaturization of integrated circuit chips [7] - The third quarter financial results of various companies show significant growth, with Dongfang Fortune reporting a 51% increase in net profit, and Guiding Compass achieving a 205% increase in net profit [16][17] - Goldwind Technology reported a 171% increase in net profit for the third quarter, with total orders on hand increasing by 18.48% year-on-year [19] Group 3 - The stock of Tongwei Co. reported a net loss of 5.27 billion yuan for the first three quarters, although the loss in the third quarter was significantly reduced due to price recovery in the photovoltaic industry [22] - The third quarter net profit of Ecovacs increased by 7161%, driven by growth in the home service robot business [23] - The third quarter net profit of Guoxuan High-Tech surged by 1434%, largely due to the significant change in fair value of its early holdings in Chery Automobile [21]

Investment Rating - Industry rating: Recommended [3] Core Insights - The report emphasizes the strategic revaluation of key metals, particularly focusing on rare earths and cobalt [24] - Nickel prices are expected to be supported due to tightened supply expectations following Indonesia's new regulation reducing the approval cycle for mining plans from three years to one year [26][27] - Cobalt prices have continued to rise, with expectations of increasing supply tightness further driving prices up [30][33] - Antimony supply is expected to remain tight, providing a bottom support for antimony prices [34] - Lithium carbonate prices are projected to remain strong due to ongoing demand and inventory depletion [16] - China's dominance in rare earth supply is reinforced by stricter export controls, which are expected to support rare earth prices [18] - Tin supply remains uncertain due to ongoing challenges in overseas supply, which is expected to support tin prices [19] - Tungsten prices are supported by a tightening supply situation, with production rates slowing down [20] - Uranium supply tightness is anticipated to continue, supporting uranium prices [21] Summary by Sections Nickel and Cobalt Industry Update - Indonesia's new regulation on mining approvals is expected to tighten future ore supply, supporting nickel prices [26] - As of October 24, LME nickel price was $15,085 per ton, up 1.04% from October 17 [26] - Cobalt prices have risen significantly, with electrolytic cobalt reaching 408,500 CNY per ton, a 6.94% increase [30] Antimony Industry Update - Domestic antimony prices have decreased, but long-term supply tightness is expected to support prices [34] - China's antimony production is projected to dominate global supply, accounting for 60% of the total [34] Lithium Industry Update - Lithium carbonate prices have increased, with a market average of 73,700 CNY per ton as of October 24 [16] - Demand from the battery sector continues to drive price support [16] Rare Earth Industry Update - China's strict export controls on rare earths are expected to tighten supply and support prices [18] - The report highlights the importance of China's role in the global rare earth supply chain [18] Tin Industry Update - Tin prices are supported by supply uncertainties, particularly from Myanmar and Indonesia [19] - As of October 24, LME tin price was $35,925 per ton, up 2.42% from October 17 [19] Tungsten Industry Update - The tungsten supply situation is tightening, with production rates slowing down [20] - Prices for tungsten concentrate have increased, reflecting supply constraints [20] Uranium Industry Update - The report indicates a continued tight supply situation for uranium, supporting price stability [21] - Recent production guidance reductions from major suppliers are expected to impact future supply [21]

Investment Rating - Industry Rating: Recommended [4] Core Viewpoints - The report indicates that the CPI is lower than expected, which enhances the probability of interest rate cuts, leading to an upward trend in metal prices [28][44] - Precious metals are experiencing price fluctuations, with gold and silver prices showing a downward trend recently, but the long-term outlook remains positive due to macroeconomic factors [28][44] - The report highlights the ongoing geopolitical tensions and their impact on market dynamics, particularly in the context of U.S.-China trade relations and the potential for further economic negotiations [45][48] Summary by Sections Precious Metals - This week, COMEX gold fell by 3.30% to $4,126.90 per ounce, while COMEX silver dropped by 4.38% to $48.41 per ounce. SHFE gold decreased by 6.17% to ¥938.10 per gram, and SHFE silver fell by 7.49% to ¥11,332.00 per kilogram [28][30] - The gold price has increased over 60% this year, but recent fluctuations indicate a potential short-term correction as the market enters an overbought zone [44][48] - The report notes a significant reduction in holdings for major ETFs, with SPDR gold ETF decreasing by 9,186.33 ounces and SLV silver ETF by 89,770.80 ounces [30] Base Metals - In the LME market, copper rose by 3.21% to $10,947.00 per ton, aluminum increased by 2.81% to $2,856.50 per ton, zinc went up by 2.62% to $3,019.50 per ton, and lead climbed by 2.28% to $2,016.50 per ton [54] - SHFE market showed similar trends with copper up by 3.95% to ¥87,720.00 per ton, aluminum up by 1.51% to ¥21,225.00 per ton, zinc up by 2.48% to ¥22,355.00 per ton, and lead up by 3.05% to ¥17,595.00 per ton [54] - The report emphasizes that the supply of copper is facing challenges, with a projected production growth of only 1.4% in 2025, which is below the demand growth rate of approximately 3% [9][22] Small Metals - Magnesium prices decreased by 0.45% to ¥17,840 per ton, while demand remains stable, leading to a reduction in inventory levels [18] - Molybdenum and vanadium prices are under pressure, with molybdenum iron prices down by 2.12% to ¥27.75 per ton, reflecting cautious market sentiment [19] Investment Recommendations - The report suggests that the long-term outlook for gold remains positive due to ongoing concerns about global debt and monetary easing, with U.S. debt exceeding $38 trillion and projected budget deficits [20][49] - The report identifies several gold mining companies as potential beneficiaries of rising gold prices, including Chifeng Jilong Gold Mining, Shandong Gold, and China National Gold Group [20][49] - For silver, the report anticipates a supply shortage of approximately 3,660 tons by 2025, supporting a bullish outlook for silver prices [49]