碳酸锂期货突破17万大关！美联储风波，引爆避险交易！有色ETF华宝（159876）盘中拉升2.9%续创新高！

Core Viewpoint - The non-ferrous metal sector is experiencing a significant bullish trend, with the Huabao Non-Ferrous ETF (159876) reaching new highs and attracting substantial investment, indicating strong market confidence in the sector [1][8]. Non-Ferrous Metal Sector Performance - The Huabao Non-Ferrous ETF saw a price increase of 2.9% during intraday trading, currently up 2.63%, marking a new high since its listing, with a net purchase of 45.6 million units [1][8]. - Over the past 10 days, the ETF has attracted 311 million yuan in investments [1]. - Key stocks in the non-ferrous metal sector, such as Hunan Silver and Zhongkuang Resources, have shown significant price increases, with Hunan Silver reaching a 10.02% rise and Zhongkuang Resources up 9.56% [2][10]. Precious Metals Market - Precious metals, including gold and silver, have surged to new highs, with silver prices rising by 8% to exceed $86 and gold prices increasing by 2.4% to surpass $4,600 per ounce, both reaching historical records since December 2025 [2][10]. - Analysts attribute the rise in precious metals to increased investor caution towards U.S. assets, influenced by heightened criticism of the Federal Reserve by the Trump administration [2][10]. Lithium Industry Insights - On January 13, lithium carbonate futures on the Shanghai Futures Exchange surpassed 170,000 yuan per ton, marking a new high since October 2023 [3][12]. - The spot price for battery-grade lithium carbonate reached 152,100 yuan per ton, an increase of 12,080 yuan, marking a two-year high and a continuous rise for seven days [3][12]. - The Ministry of Finance and the State Administration of Taxation announced a reduction in the export tax rebate for battery products, which may lead to short-term demand spikes from overseas clients [3][12]. Market Outlook - Institutions are optimistic about the continuation of a bull market in the non-ferrous metal sector, with firms like Zhongtai Securities and CITIC Securities expressing confidence in the ongoing investment enthusiasm for commodities [3][12]. - The sustainability of the super cycle in non-ferrous metals is contingent on three factors: the recovery of U.S. dollar credit, the progress of strategic reserves, and the effectiveness of "anti-involution" policies, with expectations that the super cycle will likely persist until 2026 [3][12]. ETF and Fund Overview - The Huabao Non-Ferrous ETF and its associated funds cover a wide range of sectors, including copper, aluminum, gold, rare earths, and lithium, allowing for better exposure to various market cycles [5][13].