证监会期货监管司副司长王颖：期货市场发展质量再上新台阶，下一步重点做好丰富产品供给等五方面工作

Core Viewpoint - The forum highlighted the increasing importance of the futures market as a risk management platform amid global economic uncertainties, emphasizing its role in supporting the real economy and addressing external challenges [1][4]. Group 1: Futures Market Development - The futures market's service capabilities have been enhanced, with a total of 131 listed commodity futures and options, expanding its reach across various sectors of the national economy [1][2]. - The participation of industrial clients has increased, with a 12.2% year-on-year growth in daily trading volume for industrial clients in 2024, and the total holding of major products by these clients exceeding 200 million tons [1][2]. Group 2: Price Influence and Application - The influence of futures prices has grown, with various hedging strategies being widely adopted in response to external market conditions, and some products becoming references for international trade pricing [2][3]. - The number of foreign investors participating in domestic futures and options has expanded to 91, reflecting the ongoing opening-up of the futures market [2][3]. Group 3: Integration with National Development - The futures market is increasingly integrated into national development strategies, supporting rural revitalization and food security through innovative models like "insurance + futures" [2][4]. - The market also plays a crucial role in the high-quality development of the manufacturing sector, with 84 listed industrial products, accounting for 64% of total products, providing stability and security for supply chains [2][4]. Group 4: Future Directions - The China Securities Regulatory Commission plans to enrich product offerings, including the listing of important energy products like liquefied natural gas, to better meet market risk management needs [3][4]. - There will be a focus on high-level opening-up of the futures market, increasing the range of products available for qualified foreign investors, and enhancing their participation [3][4]. - Continuous improvement of market services is planned, with an emphasis on helping enterprises utilize the futures market for risk management [3][4].