Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-06-27 14:42Group 1 - The Shanghai Futures Exchange has established a globally recognized system for non-ferrous metal futures and options, contributing to the rapid development of China's non-ferrous metal industry and deepening cooperation with global markets [1] - Jiangxi Copper Co., Ltd. has actively embraced the capital market, achieving significant growth and becoming a leader in the copper industry, reflecting the rise of both the copper industry and China's futures market [3][5] - Jiangxi Copper's journey in the futures market began in the 1990s, where it became one of the first companies to engage in futures trading, utilizing the Shanghai Futures Exchange's copper futures to strengthen its market position [5][6] Group 2 - Jiangxi Copper faced financial risks in the late 1990s due to domestic debt issues but successfully used the futures market to balance production and sales, ensuring 100% recovery of receivables through delivery [5][7] - The company established a futures department in 1998 and created a professional futures company, Jinrui Futures, which became an excellent member of the Shanghai Futures Exchange [6] - Jiangxi Copper's hedging journey has not been without challenges, as it faced significant losses during the 2008 financial crisis but chose to continue its hedging strategy, optimizing its operations and establishing a comprehensive risk management system [7][11] Group 3 - The company expanded its hedging practices beyond copper to include by-products such as gold, silver, and lead-zinc, evolving from simple hedging to a more integrated approach with futures market participation [8][14] - Jiangxi Copper has developed a robust hedging management system, including a decision-making committee and a risk control leadership group, to ensure effective and stable hedging operations [11][12] - The integration of futures trading into Jiangxi Copper's operations has significantly enhanced its competitiveness, allowing it to leverage market information and opportunities for better decision-making and service to partners [14][16]