胶版印刷纸期货及期权9月10日于上期所上市

Core Viewpoint - The Shanghai Futures Exchange will launch futures and options for coated printing paper and related products on September 10, 2025, aiming to provide tools for price risk management in the cultural paper industry [1][2]. Industry Overview - Coated printing paper is a significant type of cultural and printing paper, primarily made from bleached wood pulp, widely used in books and notebooks, characterized by a large market size, high standardization, and significant price volatility [1]. - China is the largest producer and consumer of coated printing paper globally, with a production volume of 9.48 million tons and apparent consumption of 8.71 million tons in 2024 [1]. Market Demand and Impact - The introduction of coated printing paper futures and options aligns with the core needs of industry chain enterprises to hedge against price fluctuations and secure operating profits [2]. - The new financial derivatives will fill a gap in the cultural paper market, creating a "pulp-paper" integrated risk management chain, helping companies manage raw material cost fluctuations and product price uncertainties [2]. Pricing Mechanism - The transparent price discovery function of the new products is expected to serve as an "anchor" for the industry, enhancing the efficiency of spot pricing and guiding companies in optimizing production plans [2]. - The market size for coated printing paper in China is nearly 50 billion yuan [2]. Trading Specifications - The trading unit for coated printing paper futures has been adjusted from 20 tons to 40 tons per contract to better match the purchasing habits of downstream printing plants and mainstream transportation methods in spot trading [3]. - The delivery unit will also be standardized to 40 tons per warehouse receipt, aligning with the new trading unit [3].