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有色金属行业跟踪周报:中美发布日内瓦经贸会谈联合声明,避险情绪大幅回落,工业金属环比走强
Soochow Securities·2025-05-19 00:20

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Overweight" rating for the non-ferrous metals sector [1]. Core Views - The report highlights that the industrial metals sector has shown a strong performance due to the easing of trade tensions between China and the U.S., leading to a significant recovery in market sentiment [1][27]. - Despite the recent drop in precious metal prices, the report maintains a bullish outlook on gold, citing ongoing risks related to U.S. dollar credit and the potential impact of tariffs on the real economy in the coming months [4][50]. Summary by Sections Market Review - The non-ferrous metals sector increased by 0.61% from May 12 to May 16, ranking 16th among 31 sectors [14]. - The industrial metals sub-sector saw a rise of 0.99%, while precious metals declined by 2.96% during the same period [14]. Industrial Metals - Copper: Prices for copper are expected to remain strong in the short term due to improved export demand following the easing of trade tensions. As of May 16, LME copper was priced at $9,448 per ton, a slight increase of 0.02% week-on-week [2][33]. - Aluminum: The aluminum market is experiencing upward price movement, with LME aluminum reaching $2,482 per ton, up 2.65% week-on-week. The report notes a decrease in social inventory, which supports price stability [3][38]. - Zinc: Zinc prices have also increased, with LME zinc at $2,692 per ton, reflecting a 1.43% rise week-on-week. Inventory levels have decreased, indicating a tightening supply [40]. - Tin: Tin prices have risen, with LME tin at $32,816 per ton, up 2.92% week-on-week. The market remains stable despite mixed inventory changes [46]. Precious Metals - Gold: The price of gold has significantly decreased, with COMEX gold closing at $3,205.30 per ounce, down 3.72% week-on-week. The report attributes this decline to reduced market risk aversion following the U.S.-China trade agreement [4][49]. - Silver: Silver prices have also seen a decline, with COMEX silver at $32.44 per ounce, down 1.48% week-on-week [51]. Economic Indicators - U.S. economic indicators show resilience, with April CPI growth at 2.3%, below expectations, and retail sales growth at 0.1%, exceeding forecasts. These factors contribute to the overall market sentiment and pricing dynamics in the metals sector [4][49].