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Group 1 - On January 12, a significant transaction of 1.1613 million tons of soybean meal occurred in China, with 1.077 million tons attributed to forward basis contracts, indicating strong demand from various regions including Northeast, North China, Central China, and the two Guang regions [1] - The forward market profitability provided oil mills with opportunities for hedging and pre-sales, particularly in South China where basis trading was prevalent, with prices for May-July contracts at a discount of 30 yuan/ton [1] Group 2 - The USDA report released on January 13 indicated an increase in both the beginning stocks and production of U.S. soybeans for the 2025/2026 season, raising total supply by 17 million bushels, with planted area adjusted to 81.2 million acres and harvested area at 80.4 million acres [2] - U.S. soybean ending stocks are projected to rise to 35 million bushels, reflecting a supply increase and demand decrease, leading to a reduction in the average price to $10.20 per bushel [2] Group 3 - Brazil's soybean production forecast was raised by 3 million tons to 178 million tons due to improved rainfall in the southern regions, with domestic crushing and consumption also slightly increasing [2] - The increase in Brazilian soybean production is expected to exert long-term pressure on global soybean prices and lower import costs [3] Group 4 - The National Grain Trade Center conducted several auctions for imported soybeans, with the auction on January 13 achieving a 100% transaction rate for 1.1396 million tons at an average price of 3,809.55 yuan/ton [4][5] - The successful auction results signal a "short-term supply abundance" and indicate a favorable environment for downstream enterprises, despite potential delays in imports due to customs policies [5]