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Core Viewpoint - The domestic peanut market has shown a trend of weak adjustment since mid-December, with persistent weak demand leading to a decline in market prices. Although some major oil factories have entered the market for procurement, the overall purchasing volume is limited and the impact on market confidence is less than expected [1][7]. Supply and Demand Analysis - The current peanut market is characterized by strong supply and weak demand, with oil factories performing poorly. The purchasing price for Shandong peanuts is between 7000 to 7200 yuan/ton, down 200 yuan/ton week-on-week and down 750 yuan/ton year-on-year. In Henan, the price is also 7000 to 7200 yuan/ton, down 100 yuan/ton week-on-week and down 1350 yuan/ton year-on-year [8][9]. - Oil factories have limited purchasing volumes and strict quality control, leading to continued price reductions for peanut procurement. For instance, the contract price for Shandong Laiyang Luhua oil factory is 7600 yuan/ton, while Hebei Shenzhou Luhua oil factory also quotes 7600 yuan/ton. Other factories have similar pricing trends with minor adjustments [2][8]. Market Sentiment - Industry insiders attribute the weak adjustment in the peanut market to soft demand from food processing factories. Although most processing plants do not have high inventory levels, there is no motivation to stock up. The cautious purchasing behavior of distributors and oil factories has led to a subdued market atmosphere [3][9]. - The supply-demand stalemate is expected to persist in the short term, with limited upward price momentum. However, the upcoming New Year and Spring Festival may prompt food processing factories to increase their stockpiling efforts, potentially providing an opportunity to boost peanut prices, depending on actual purchasing volumes and market reactions [4][11]. Future Outlook - The cautious purchasing strategies of oil factories, combined with the weak performance of downstream products like peanut oil and peanut meal, suggest that there may be adjustments in procurement strategies in the future. The overall trading atmosphere remains subdued, with farmers holding back on sales due to price expectations [4][11]. - It is recommended that farmers and distributors take advantage of the pre-holiday stockpiling opportunity to reduce supply pressure post-holiday, while closely monitoring the outflow of goods from production areas and the purchasing behavior of oil factories [5][11].