Di Yi Cai Jing·2025-09-25 00:28Core Viewpoint - The national cement prices in China have slightly increased this week due to the traditional peak season and the proactive pricing strategies of cement companies [1] Group 1: Market Demand and Supply - Market demand has shown some recovery this week, although it remains weaker compared to the same period last year [1] - Some clinker production lines are still in a state of suspension, which has not yet put pressure on the clinker inventory of companies [1] Group 2: Future Outlook - The demand is expected to continue growing during the "Golden September and Silver October" period, but the increase is anticipated to be limited due to weak terminal market conditions [1] - Companies are likely to continue pushing up cement prices, considering the upcoming extended period of staggered production suspensions in winter and the current marginal improvement in demand [1] - There is an expectation of rising coal prices, which will further support cement prices [1]