Core Viewpoint - Aluminum stocks strengthened towards the end of trading, with notable increases in shares of China Aluminum, Nanshan Aluminum, and China Hongqiao, driven by favorable macroeconomic sentiment and expectations of a potential interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve [1] Group 1: Market Performance - China Aluminum (02600) rose by 5.77% to HKD 11.74 - Nanshan Aluminum International (02610) increased by 3.69% to HKD 44.94 - China Hongqiao (01378) gained 1.94% to HKD 33.64 [1] Group 2: Economic Indicators - The latest ADP employment report indicated a decrease of 32,000 private sector jobs in November, the largest drop since March 2023, which was significantly below the market expectation of an increase of 10,000 jobs - This data has heightened expectations for a 25 basis point rate cut by the Federal Reserve in the upcoming meeting [1] Group 3: Aluminum Market Dynamics - Recent aluminum price increases were influenced by the performance of silver and copper - Long-term support for aluminum prices is expected due to constrained supply and low inventory levels - Despite December being a traditional off-peak season for consumption, demand remains resilient without significant declines [1] Group 4: Supply Outlook - Global aluminum supply growth is expected to remain limited, maintaining a "tight balance" in the market - A key risk factor is Indonesia's aluminum production capacity, which is being developed due to low-cost coal power and bauxite resources, although the scale of reliable power supply for new capacity remains uncertain [1]
港股异动 | 铝业股尾盘走强 淡季需求韧性依旧凸显 机构称铝价中长期建议保持乐观