lu'an EED(SH:601699) Jin Tou Wang·2025-10-16 08:11Core Viewpoint - The coking coal futures market has shown a significant increase, with the main contract rising by 3.36% to 1185.5 yuan/ton on October 16, indicating a positive market sentiment despite underlying supply and demand challenges [1]. Supply and Demand Analysis - Lu'an Huanneng reported a decrease in commodity coal sales by 4.92% year-on-year in September, totaling 4.64 million tons, while the cumulative sales from January to September fell by 1.1% to 37.65 million tons [2]. - In September, raw coal production increased by 6.06% year-on-year to 5.25 million tons, with a cumulative production of 42.55 million tons from January to September, reflecting a slight growth of 0.19% [2]. - The price of coking coal in Linfen Yaodu District increased by 20 yuan/ton, with specific grades priced at 1070 yuan/ton [2]. - Mongolian ER Company held an online auction for coking coal, with the starting price set at 800 yuan/ton and all 12,800 tons sold at 915 yuan/ton, a decrease of 15 yuan from the previous day [2]. Institutional Perspectives - Zijin Tianfeng Futures noted that while there was a significant reduction in production during the National Day holiday, production has resumed post-holiday. The supply chain is experiencing short-term disruptions due to port equipment issues, but recovery is expected [3]. - Demand remains stable as steel production is high, supporting coking coal prices, although the overall supply-demand balance appears weaker compared to pre-holiday levels [3]. - Jinxin Futures highlighted that some production areas are facing slow recovery due to safety inspections and accidents, which, combined with previous import restrictions, has led to a tightening supply outlook [3]. - The overall market sentiment remains cautious, with potential downward pressure on prices if steel consumption does not meet expectations, suggesting that coking coal prices may fluctuate between 1100-1250 yuan/ton in the short term [3].