有色金属：国际关系进一步好转，推动现货铝价进一步上涨

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Outperform" rating for the industry [7]. Core Views - The report highlights that international relations have improved, leading to a further increase in spot aluminum prices [3]. - In the precious metals sector, gold and silver prices have been supported by the Federal Reserve's interest rate cuts, although recent hawkish comments from Fed officials have put pressure on these prices [12]. - For industrial metals, copper prices are expected to remain supported due to tight supply conditions and strong demand from the renewable energy sector [3][19]. - The lithium market is experiencing a shift in demand from electric vehicles to energy storage, which is expected to support lithium prices in the short term [19]. - Tungsten prices are expected to rise due to strong demand in the hard alloy sector and a tight supply outlook [24]. Summary by Sections Precious Metals - The report notes that gold prices are under pressure due to a decrease in the probability of further Fed rate cuts and a strengthening dollar [11][12]. - Silver prices have also been affected, with recent data showing a decline in manufacturing activity in the U.S. [12]. Industrial Metals - Aluminum prices have been buoyed by improved international relations, maintaining levels above 21,000 CNY/ton [3][17]. - Copper supply remains constrained due to production disruptions in major mining countries, while demand is expected to recover as construction projects resume [14][19]. New Energy Metals - Lithium prices are supported by strong demand for energy storage solutions, with expectations of a significant supply-demand balance improvement by 2026 [19]. - Cobalt prices are under pressure due to low demand and production cuts in the domestic market [20][23]. Other Minor Metals - Tungsten prices are expected to rise due to strong demand and tight supply conditions, with market sentiment remaining bullish [24]. - The report indicates a mixed performance in the rare earth market, with some prices increasing while others decline [24]. Market Review - The report provides a weekly market review, highlighting significant stock movements, with Shenzhen New Star leading with a 32.62% increase [31].