Group 1 - The core viewpoint indicates that tin prices are experiencing narrow fluctuations, with the main contract rising by 0.46% to 268,090 yuan per ton, amid slow recovery of tin mines in Myanmar and weak supply-demand fundamentals [1] - The recovery of tin mines in Myanmar is progressing slowly due to seasonal rains, earthquakes, and preparation issues, leading to a delay in actual output expected until the fourth quarter [1] - The operating rate of tin smelting enterprises remains low due to tight raw material supply, with the operating rate in Yunnan and Jiangxi provinces reaching 59.23% as of August 15, showing a slight month-on-month decline [1] Group 2 - Downstream orders for tin continue to decline, with the third quarter being a traditional off-season for consumption, resulting in lower orders in the home appliance sector compared to previous years [2] - The semiconductor market is expected to grow, driven by demand from AI, cloud infrastructure, and advanced consumer electronics, although some sub-segments may continue to shrink [2] - The overall demand for tin in photovoltaic solder remains weak due to a significant drop in orders following a mid-year rush for installations [2]
下游需求偏弱 沪锡震荡整理【8月19日SHFE市场收盘评论】
Wen Hua Cai Jing·2025-08-19 07:33