行业周报：有色金属周报：坚定看好稀土板块业绩估值共振-20250720

Investment Ratings - The report does not explicitly provide investment ratings for the industries discussed. Core Insights - The copper market shows a mixed outlook with a slight increase in LME copper prices by 1.36% to $9,794.50 per ton, while domestic prices slightly decreased. The supply side indicates a decrease in copper inventory, but downstream demand remains cautious due to price fluctuations [2][15]. - The aluminum market is experiencing seasonal weakness, with LME aluminum prices up by 1.38% to $2,638.00 per ton, but overall demand remains low, and inventory levels are fluctuating [3][16]. - The gold market is influenced by geopolitical tensions, with COMEX gold prices slightly increasing by 0.01% to $3,355.50 per ounce, reflecting a growing short-term safe-haven appeal [4][17]. - The rare earth sector is seeing price recovery due to tightening supply expectations and increasing demand, particularly with significant investments from companies like MP Materials [5][39]. - The antimony market is stabilizing, with prices holding steady as domestic smelting operations face reductions, and new regulations may boost demand [5][40]. - The molybdenum market is showing upward momentum with low inventory levels and increasing demand from the steel sector, indicating a positive outlook for prices [6][41]. Summary by Sections 1. Base and Precious Metals Market Overview - Copper prices increased slightly, but downstream demand is cautious due to price volatility. The operating rate for copper rod enterprises rose to 77.22% [2][15]. - Aluminum prices increased, but the overall demand remains weak, with a notable decrease in operating rates in the aluminum processing industry [3][16]. - Gold prices are influenced by international trade tensions, enhancing its appeal as a safe-haven asset [4][17]. 2. Rare Metals and Rare Earth Market Overview - The rare earth market is experiencing upward price trends due to supply tightening and increasing demand, with significant investments from major companies [5][39]. - Antimony prices are stabilizing, with expectations of recovery in exports and new regulations potentially boosting demand [5][40]. - Molybdenum prices are expected to rise due to low inventory levels and increasing demand from the steel industry [6][41]. 3. Small Metals and Rare Earth Fundamentals Update - The rare earth sector is projected to benefit from supply constraints and increasing demand, with a favorable regulatory environment [5][39]. - The antimony market is stabilizing, with potential for price recovery due to reduced domestic production and regulatory changes [5][40]. - Molybdenum prices are expected to rise as demand from the steel sector increases and inventory levels remain low [6][41].