Shang Hai Zheng Quan Bao·2026-02-03 19:08Group 1 - The core point of the announcement is that Angang Steel Co., Ltd. plans to continue its commodity futures hedging business in 2026, with a maximum margin of RMB 900 million, which accounts for 1.89% of the company's audited net assets from the previous year [2][3]. - The board of directors approved the hedging business with a unanimous vote of 9 in favor, indicating strong internal support for this strategy [2][20]. - The hedging activities are aimed at mitigating price volatility risks associated with raw materials and finished products, which include iron ore, coking coal, and various steel products [4][7]. Group 2 - The company will conduct futures trading through recognized exchanges such as the Shanghai Futures Exchange and the Dalian Commodity Exchange, focusing on specific commodities like iron ore and steel [7]. - The maximum hedging volume for various products in 2026 is set at 2 million tons for steel, 4.5 million tons for iron ore, and 490,000 tons for coking coal and other related products [7]. - The funding for these futures transactions will come from the company's own funds, ensuring no reliance on raised capital or bank loans for these activities [9]. Group 3 - The company has established a management system for its hedging activities, including a dedicated supervisory department to ensure compliance and effectiveness of the hedging strategy [11]. - Risk management measures are in place to address potential market, liquidity, credit, operational, and legal risks associated with the hedging activities [12][13]. - The company has a clear policy against speculative trading, ensuring that all hedging positions are aligned with actual inventory and sales plans [14].