Group 1: Industry Investment Rating - No information provided Group 2: Core Viewpoints - The Fed's September rate - cut expectation is almost certain, the resumption of tin mines in Wa State, Myanmar is slow, but weak demand causes the total inventory of tin ingots at home and abroad to increase month - on - month, which may lead to an adjustment in Shanghai tin prices. It is recommended that investors wait and see, paying attention to the support level around 265,000 - 270,000 and the pressure level around 276,000 - 280,000 for Shanghai tin, and the support level around 33,300 - 34,000 and the pressure level around 35,000 - 36,000 for London tin [1] Group 3: Summary by Related Information Supply - side - Andrada Mining's second concentrator in Namibia started commissioning in late August with a maximum monthly ore - processing capacity of 40,000 tons [1] - In Myanmar's Wa State, the first batch of 40 - 50 mines paid fees to resume mining, with an initial incremental output of no more than 10,000 metal tons and a 2 - 3 - month transmission period [1] - Alphamin Resources announced the phased resumption of the Bisie tin mine in Congo - Kinshasa, with production volumes of 17,300 and 20,000 tons in 2024 and 2025 respectively, and power system repair taking more than 3 months [1] - Thailand's suspension of Myanmar tin ore transit exports to China in June may affect 500 - 1,000 metal tons, which may increase (decrease) China's tin ore production (import) in September [1] - The domestic tin concentrate processing fee fluctuates and declines, indicating a tight supply expectation of domestic tin ore [1] - China's recycled tin production in September decreases month - on - month [1] - The operating rates of refined tin production capacity in Yunnan and Jiangxi decline (remain flat) compared with last week [1] - Yunnan Tin will conduct a shutdown maintenance of smelting equipment for no more than 45 days starting from August 30 [1] - China's refined tin production (inventory) in August decreases (increases) month - on - month [1] - Indonesia's mining license approval is affected by corruption investigations, which may compress medium - and long - term export quotas. PT Timah plans to increase production and sales in 2025, but its September exports may decrease month - on - month, which may increase (decrease) China's refined tin imports (exports) in September [1] - The refined tin inventory in the Shanghai Futures Exchange increases compared with last week [1] - China's tin ingot social inventory decreases compared with last week [1] - The refined tin inventory in the London Metal Exchange increases compared with last week [1] - The total domestic and foreign refined tin inventory increases compared with last week [1] Demand - side - The daily processing fee of photovoltaic welding tape decreases month - on - month, which may increase (decrease) China's tin solder production capacity utilization rate (inventory) in September [1] - China's welding tape imports (exports) in September may decrease (increase) month - on - month [1] - China's tin - plated sheet production (imports, exports) in September may decrease month - on - month [1] - China's lead - acid battery production capacity utilization rate declines compared with last week [1] Market Data - **Shanghai Tin Futures** - On September 3, 2025, the closing price was 273,980, down 860 from the previous day; the trading volume was 70,585 lots, up 1,086 from the previous day; the open interest was 34,947 lots, down 948 from the previous day; the inventory was 7,263 tons, up 144 from the previous day [1] - The Shanghai tin basis was - 480, up 460 from the previous day; the difference between the near - month and the first - continued contract was - 320, down 100 from the previous day; the difference between the first - continued and the second - continued contract was - 200, down 110 from the previous day; the difference between the second - continued and the third - continued contract was 60, up 110 from the previous day [1] - **London Tin Futures** - On September 3, 2025, the closing price of the 3 - month tin futures was 34,620, down 115 from the previous day; the 0 - 3 - month contract spread was 87, down 53.01 from the previous day; the 3 - 15 - month contract spread was 242, down 59 from the previous day [1] - The global inventory of LME tin was 2,195 tons, unchanged from the previous day; the registered warrants were 1,985, unchanged from the previous day; the cancelled warrants were 210, unchanged from the previous day; the ratio of Shanghai to London tin prices was 7.89, unchanged from the previous day [1]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - The Fed's expected rate cut in September and the time needed for the full resumption of tin mines in Wa State, Myanmar, along with weak downstream demand in sectors like home appliances and solders, may cause Shanghai tin prices to weaken first and then strengthen. Investors are advised to buy on price dips, with attention on support and resistance levels [3]. - The negative basis and monthly spread of Shanghai tin are due to weak domestic demand in sectors such as home appliances and solder materials. Given the expected Fed rate cut in September, partial production suspension for maintenance of domestic refined tin capacity, and the decline in domestic refined tin social inventory, investors are recommended to pay attention to short - term, light - position arbitrage opportunities by going long on the Shanghai tin basis at low prices [6]. - The positive spreads of LME tin (0 - 3) and (3 - 15) contracts, along with the Shanghai - London tin price ratio slightly below the 50% quantile of the past five years, are due to the expected Fed rate cut in September and the relatively low inventory of refined tin at the LME. It is suggested to temporarily watch the arbitrage opportunities of LME tin (0 - 3) and (3 - 15) contract spreads [9]. 3. Summary by Related Contents Supply - side - **Tin Ore**: Namibia's Uis mine's second concentrator started commissioning in late August with a maximum monthly ore - processing capacity of 40,000 tons. In Myanmar's Wa State, the first batch of 40 - 50 mines will resume production after paying fees, with an initial increment of no more than 10,000 metal tons and a 2 - 3 - month transmission period. These factors may lead to a month - on - month increase in domestic tin ore production and a decrease in imports in September [2][20]. - **Recycled Tin**: China's recycled tin production in September may decrease month - on - month [21][23]. - **Refined Tin**: The capacity utilization rate of refined tin in Yunnan and Jiangxi has decreased compared to last week. Yunnan Tin will conduct maintenance on smelting equipment from August 30 for no more than 45 days, resulting in a month - on - month decrease in China's refined tin production and an increase in inventory in September. Indonesia's export volume in September may decrease, which may lead to an increase in China's refined tin imports and a decrease in exports [2][27][31]. Demand - side - **Tin Solder**: China's tin solder capacity utilization rate in September may increase month - on - month, while inventory may decrease [35][37]. - **Photovoltaic Welding Tape**: China's photovoltaic welding tape imports in September may decrease month - on - month, and exports may increase [39][41]. - **Tin - Plated Sheet**: China's tin - plated sheet production, imports, and exports in September may all decrease month - on - month [43][45]. - **Integrated Circuits and Smartphones**: China's integrated circuit and smartphone production in September may increase month - on - month [47][50]. - **Lead - Acid Batteries**: China's lead - acid battery capacity utilization rate has decreased compared to last week [53][56]. Inventory - The inventory of refined tin in the SHFE has increased compared to last week; China's tin ingot social inventory has decreased; the inventory of refined tin at the LME has increased; the total domestic and foreign refined tin inventory has increased [12]. Price and Spread - China's tin concentrate price has increased compared to last week, and tin concentrate imports are still profitable. The daily processing fee of domestic tin concentrate has decreased, indicating a tight supply expectation [16]. - The basis of Shanghai tin is negative and at a relatively low level, and the monthly spread is negative and basically within a reasonable range [4][6]. - The spread of LME tin (0 - 3) contract is positive and at a relatively high level, and the spread of (3 - 15) contract is positive and basically within a reasonable range. The Shanghai - London tin price ratio is slightly below the 50% quantile of the past five years [7][9].

Group 1: Market Overview - Since the end of June, the price of tin in Shanghai has fluctuated between 260,000 and 270,000 CNY per ton, with a significant reduction in trading volume and market attention [1] - The volatility index (VIX) for Shanghai tin options has dropped to its lowest level in nearly a year, indicating a lack of market movement [1] Group 2: Supply Factors - The recovery of tin mining in Myanmar is progressing slowly, with actual output expected to be delayed until the fourth quarter due to seasonal rains and other logistical challenges [1] - Tin ore imports in China remain low, with a total of approximately 62,100 tons imported in the first half of 2025, a year-on-year increase of 3.04% [2] - Imports from Africa have increased, compensating for some of the supply gaps from Myanmar, particularly after Alphamin Resources resumed production in the Democratic Republic of Congo [2] Group 3: Smelting and Production Challenges - Smelting enterprises are operating at low capacity due to tight raw material supplies, with the operating rate in Yunnan and Jiangxi provinces at 59.23% as of August 15 [4] - The shortage of tin ore and rising costs have led some smelting companies to consider temporary shutdowns to manage production levels [4] - The recycling of tin scrap has been disrupted, leading to a significant reduction in the supply of secondary materials, which is further constraining refined tin production [4] Group 4: Demand Dynamics - Downstream demand for tin is currently weak, with a decline in orders, particularly in the home appliance sector, as the third quarter is typically a low season for consumption [5] - The semiconductor market is experiencing mixed signals, with overall growth but specific segments facing declines due to trade tensions and economic conditions [8][10] - The photovoltaic sector has seen a significant drop in new installations in June, impacting the demand for tin solder used in solar panels [9] Group 5: Price Outlook - The overall market is characterized by weak supply and demand fundamentals, with tin prices expected to continue fluctuating within a limited range [13] - The low inventory levels in the London Metal Exchange (LME) could lead to increased price volatility, necessitating caution against speculative trading [10][13] - In the medium to long term, as Myanmar's tin supply gradually recovers, the tight supply-demand balance may ease, potentially leading to a downward adjustment in tin prices [13]

Group 1: Overall Market Analysis - The domestic decision - makers have introduced a series of livelihood and consumption - promoting policies, but the demand repair needs time. The new RMB loans decreased by 50 billion yuan in July due to multiple factors, and the credit cycle has not started. Overseas, the market's expectation of the US interest rate cut has risen again [2]. - The market has fully priced in a 25 - basis - point interest rate cut by the Fed in September, but the US inflation stickiness has not been eradicated, and the dollar index may fluctuate around 98 in the short term [4]. - The A - share market rose significantly with heavy volume, and it is expected to have upward space in the short term, but the weak fundamentals may suppress the upward movement of the stock index center if the situation persists [6]. Group 2: Currency and Exchange Rate - The on - shore RMB against the US dollar closed at 7.1755 on the previous trading day, up 156 basis points. The central parity rate of the RMB against the US dollar was raised by 68 basis points. The US inflation is generally stable, and the Jackson Hole meeting may be crucial [3]. Group 3: Stock Index - The stock index continued to rise with heavy volume yesterday, and the small - cap stocks performed strongly. The trading volume of the two markets increased by 269.417 billion yuan. Foreign capital is accelerating its inflow into the Chinese stock market [5]. Group 4: Treasury Bonds - The bond market was less affected by the strong rise of the A - share market. The 7 - month financing was still supported by government bonds, and the new loans turned negative. It is recommended to buy the next - quarter contracts at low prices [7]. Group 5: Container Shipping - The futures prices of the container shipping index (European line) continued to decline. The spot prices of some shipping routes have changed. It is expected that the EC will fluctuate and decline or continue to fluctuate in the future [8][9]. Group 6: Commodities - Precious Metals - The prices of gold and silver rebounded. The market's expectation of the Fed's interest rate cut within the year has risen. It is recommended to buy on dips for the medium - and long - term [11][13]. Group 7: Commodities - Base Metals - Copper prices were in high - level shock. The inflation data in the US is conducive to the Fed's interest rate cut, and it is recommended to make low - level purchases [14][15]. - Aluminum prices are expected to be in high - level shock in the short term and have upward momentum in the medium term. Alumina is expected to be in weak shock, and cast aluminum alloy is expected to fluctuate [17][19]. - Nickel and stainless steel prices are expected to continue to fluctuate in the short term. Tin prices fell slightly, and it is recommended to hold cash and wait and see [20][21]. Group 8: Commodities - Black Metals - The prices of rebar and hot - rolled coil followed the decline of coking coal and then stabilized slightly at night. The short - term market is expected to be in a range - bound pattern [22][24]. - Iron ore prices declined due to the cooling of sentiment. The short - term supply is neutral, and the demand is expected to be stable, with prices expected to fluctuate [25][26]. - Coking coal and coke prices opened lower with a gap. The supply reduction expectation of coking coal is strengthened, and the medium - and long - term trends are not pessimistic, but attention should be paid to the impact of Dalian Commodity Exchange's position limit [27][29]. - The prices of ferrosilicon and ferromanganese followed the decline of coal. The demand is supported in the short term, but the long - term demand is uncertain, and they follow the price fluctuations of coal [30][32]. Group 9: Commodities - Energy and Chemicals - Crude oil prices continued to fall due to the unexpected increase in EIA inventories. The supply surplus risk is increasing, and attention should be paid to the progress of the "Trump - Putin meeting" on the cease - fire in Ukraine [34][36]. - PX - PTA prices followed the decline of the cost side. It is recommended to expand the PTA processing fee at low prices [37][39]. - Ethylene glycol prices are expected to be in a range - bound pattern, and it is recommended to buy on dips. Bottle - grade PET prices follow the cost side, and the processing fee is operated in a range [40][42]. - Methanol 09 contract is expected to be weak, and attention should be paid to the downstream resistance and the port - inland price difference [43][44]. - PP and PE prices mainly follow the macro - sentiment fluctuations. The supply and demand of PP are relatively stable, and PE is moving towards a pattern of both supply and demand growth [45][49]. - PVC is recommended to be short - allocated. It is in a state of high valuation, high inventory, and high warehouse receipts [50][51]. - Pure benzene and styrene prices are expected to be in a range - bound pattern. It is recommended to shrink the pure benzene - styrene price difference at high prices [52][54]. - Fuel oil prices are still weak, and low - sulfur fuel oil prices fell due to the drag of crude oil. Asphalt prices followed the cost side in weak shock [55][59]. - Rubber prices are under pressure above, with internal and external differentiation. It is recommended to expand the price difference between deep - colored and light - colored rubber at low prices [60]. Group 10: Commodities - Building Materials - The prices of soda ash, glass, and caustic soda are expected to be in shock. Soda ash supply is strong and demand is weak, glass is in a weak - balance state, and caustic soda needs to pay attention to the improvement of downstream demand [61][65]. - Log prices have limited downward space, and it is recommended to buy on dips [66]. Group 11: Agricultural Products - Hog prices are recommended to be short - sold at high prices, and appropriate reverse spreads can be arranged [67]. - Oilseeds are recommended to be bought on dips. The short - term decline space of domestic soybean - based products is limited, and the rapeseed - based products can be long - positioned after the short - term rise and fall [68][70]. - The prices of oils are running strongly. Palm oil, soybean oil, and rapeseed oil have different influencing factors, and attention should be paid to relevant policies and relationships [71][72]. - Cotton prices are expected to be strong in the short term. The low inventory of old cotton supports the price, and attention should be paid to the downstream stocking situation [72][73].

Report Industry Investment Rating - No relevant content provided Core Viewpoints - The weakening US job market has increased expectations of a Fed rate cut, but due to the resumption of tin mines in Wa State, Myanmar and Congo-Kinshasa, and the continuous increase in the operating capacity of domestic refined tin, the upside potential of Shanghai tin prices may be limited. It is recommended that investors wait and see, paying attention to the support levels around 255,000 - 260,000 and the resistance levels around 274,000 - 278,000 for Shanghai tin, and the support levels around 30,000 - 32,000 and the resistance levels around 34,000 - 36,000 for London tin [3]. - The positive basis and negative monthly spread of Shanghai tin are within a reasonable range, mainly due to the increasing expectations of a Fed rate cut in the second half of the year, but also the resumption of tin mines in Wa State, Myanmar and Congo-Kinshasa, and the rising weekly operating capacity of domestic refined tin. It is recommended to wait and see for arbitrage opportunities [6]. - The negative spread of LME tin (0 - 3) and positive spread of (3 - 15) are within a reasonable range, and the ratio of Shanghai-London tin prices is at the 50% quantile of the past five years, mainly due to the Trump administration's re-imposition of tariffs on many countries, but also the increasing expectations of a Fed rate cut in the second half of the year and the decrease in LME refined tin inventory compared to last week. It is recommended to wait and see for arbitrage opportunities for the spreads of LME tin (0 - 3) and (3 - 15) [10]. Summary by Related Catalogs Supply Side - The first batch of 40 - 50 mines in Wa State, Myanmar will resume production after paying fees on July 11 (the initial increase will not exceed 10,000 metal tons and there is a 2 - 3 month transmission period, with a total of 108 mines), and Alphamin Resources announced the phased resumption of the Bisie tin mine in North Kivu, Congo-Kinshasa on April 9, which may lead to a month-on-month increase in the production (import) volume of domestic tin ore in August [21]. - The daily processing fee of domestic tin concentrate is oscillating downward, indicating a tight supply expectation of domestic tin ore [17]. - The production volume of Chinese recycled tin in August may increase month-on-month [22]. - The capacity utilization rate of refined tin in Jiangxi and Yunnan has increased (remained flat) compared to last week, and the production (inventory) volume of Chinese refined tin in August has increased (increased) month-on-month [28]. - Due to the impact of a corruption investigation on the approval of mining licenses by the Indonesian Ministry of Finance and the possible reduction of medium - to long - term export quotas, and the plan of Indonesian state - owned tin mining company PT Timah to increase tin production and sales in 2025, the export volume in August may increase month-on-month. The continued loss in imports and exports may lead to a month-on-month decrease in the import (export) volume of Chinese refined tin in August [32]. Demand Side - The capacity utilization rate of Chinese tin solder in August may decrease month-on-month, and the daily processing fee of photovoltaic solder strip has decreased month-on-month, which may lead to a decrease (increase) in the capacity utilization rate (inventory) of Chinese tin solder in August [33][35]. - The import (export) volume of Chinese solder strip in August may decrease (increase) month-on-month [37]. - The production (import, export) volume of Chinese tinplate in August may increase (decrease, increase) month-on-month [43]. Inventory - The social inventory of Chinese refined tin has decreased compared to last week [11]. - The inventory of refined tin in the Shanghai Futures Exchange has increased compared to last week; the social inventory of Chinese tin ingots has decreased compared to last week; the inventory of refined tin in the London Metal Exchange has decreased compared to last week; the total inventory of domestic and foreign refined tin has decreased compared to last week [13]. Price and Spread - The basis of Shanghai tin is positive and the monthly spread is negative, both within a reasonable range [4][6]. - The spread of LME tin (0 - 3) is negative and the spread of (3 - 15) is positive, both within a reasonable range, and the ratio of Shanghai-London tin prices is at the 50% quantile of the past five years [8][10].

Report Industry Investment Rating - Not provided in the content Core Viewpoints - The weakening US job market has increased the market's expectation of a Fed rate cut. However, due to the expected resumption of tin mines in Wa State, Myanmar, and North Kivu, Congo, and the continuous increase in the operating capacity of domestic refined tin, the upward space for Shanghai tin prices may be limited. It is recommended that investors wait and see for the time being, paying attention to the support and pressure levels of Shanghai tin and London tin [3]. - The positive basis and negative monthly spread of Shanghai tin, as well as the negative (0 - 3) and positive (3 - 15) contract spreads of LME tin, are all within a reasonable range. Given the expected increase in production and inventory and the influence of factors such as Fed rate - cut expectations and mine resumptions, it is recommended to wait and see for arbitrage opportunities [6][10]. Summary by Related Catalogs Supply - side - Myanmar's Wa State determined on July 11 that the first batch of 40 - 50 mines would resume production after paying fees, with an initial incremental production of no more than 10,000 metal tons and a transmission period of 2 - 3 months. Alphamin Resources announced the phased resumption of the Bisie tin mine in North Kivu, Congo, which may lead to a month - on - month increase in China's tin ore production and imports in August [20]. - China's recycled tin production in August may increase month - on - month [21][23]. - The capacity utilization rate of refined tin in Yunnan and Jiangxi has increased (or remained flat) compared to last week, and China's refined tin production and inventory in August may increase month - on - month [27]. - Indonesia's state - owned tin mining company PT Timah plans to increase tin production and sales in 2025. The export volume in August may increase month - on - month, but due to the loss in imports and exports, China's refined tin imports and exports in August may decrease month - on - month [31]. Demand - side - The capacity utilization rate of China's tin solder in August may decrease month - on - month, and the inventory may increase month - on - month [34]. - China's solder strip imports in August may decrease month - on - month, while exports may increase month - on - month [36][38]. - China's tin - plated sheet production and exports in August may increase month - on - month, while imports may decrease month - on - month [42]. Market Indicators - The basis of Shanghai tin is positive and the monthly spread is negative, both within a reasonable range [4][6]. - The (0 - 3) contract spread of LME tin is negative and the (3 - 15) contract spread is positive, both within a reasonable range. The ratio of Shanghai and London tin prices is at the 50% quantile of the past five - year average [8][10]. - China's refined tin social inventory, SHFE refined tin inventory, and the total domestic and foreign refined tin inventory have increased compared to last week, while the LME refined tin inventory has decreased [11][13]. - The daily processing fee of domestic tin concentrate has shown a downward trend, indicating a potentially tight supply of domestic tin ore [14][16]. Other - The capacity utilization rate of China's lead - acid battery has remained flat compared to last week [44][47].

Report Industry Investment Rating - Not provided in the given content Core Viewpoints - The resumption of tin mines in Wa State, Myanmar, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, along with the increasing operating rate of domestic refined tin production capacity, but the decrease in refined tin inventories both at home and abroad compared to last week, may lead to an adjustment in Shanghai tin prices. It is recommended that investors hold their previous short positions cautiously and pay attention to the support and resistance levels [3]. - The positive basis and negative monthly spread of Shanghai tin, as well as the negative (0 - 3) and positive (3 - 15) contract spreads of LME tin, are within reasonable ranges. Due to various factors, it is suggested to temporarily wait and see for arbitrage opportunities [6][11]. Summary by Related Catalogs Supply Side - On July 11, Wa State, Myanmar, decided that the first batch of 40 - 50 mines would resume production after paying fees (with an initial incremental output of no more than 10,000 metal tons and a transmission period of 2 - 3 months, totaling 108 mines). Alphamin Resources announced the phased resumption of the Bisie tin mine in North Kivu Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo, on April 9 (with production volumes of 17,300 and 20,000 tons in 2024 and 2025 respectively). These factors may cause the domestic tin ore production (import) volume in July to decrease (increase) month - on - month. Coupled with the decline in domestic tin concentrate processing fees, it may indicate a tight supply expectation of domestic tin ore [3][22]. - China's recycled tin production in July may increase month - on - month [23][25]. - The operating rates of refined tin production capacity in Jiangxi and China (Yunnan) increased (remained flat) compared to last week; China's refined tin production (inventory) volume in July increased (decreased) month - on - month [3][29]. - Indonesia's Ministry of Finance's mining license approval is affected by a corruption investigation and may reduce long - term export quotas, causing the export volume in July to decrease month - on - month. China's refined tin import (export) volume in July may increase (decrease) month - on - month [3][33]. Demand Side - The operating rate (inventory) of China's tin solder production capacity in July may increase (increase) month - on - month [3][36]. - China's solder strip import (export) volume in July may increase (increase) month - on - month [3][38][40]. - China's tinplate production (import, export) volume in July may increase (decrease, decrease) month - on - month [3][44]. Inventory - The social inventory of China's refined tin decreased compared to last week. The inventories of refined tin in the Shanghai Futures Exchange, Chinese tin ingot social inventory, and LME refined tin also decreased compared to last week [12][14]. Price and Spread - The basis of Shanghai tin is positive and within a reasonable range, and the monthly spread is negative and within a reasonable range. The (0 - 3) contract spread of LME tin is negative and within a reasonable range, while the (3 - 15) contract spread is positive and within a reasonable range. The Shanghai - London tin price ratio is lower than the 50% quantile of the past five years [6][11]. Investment Strategy - It is recommended that investors hold their previous short positions cautiously and pay attention to the support level around 248,000 - 260,000 and the resistance level around 274,000 - 280,000 for Shanghai tin, and the support level around 30,000 - 32,000 and the resistance level around 34,000 - 36,000 for London tin [3]. - It is suggested to temporarily wait and see for arbitrage opportunities regarding the basis and monthly spread of Shanghai tin, as well as the (0 - 3) and (3 - 15) contract spreads of LME tin [6][11].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Neutral" rating for the steel industry and a "Positive" rating for the non-ferrous metals industry, with "Buy" ratings for specific companies including Luoyang Molybdenum, Zhongjin Gold, Shandong Gold, Zijin Mining, and China Aluminum [4]. Core Views - The report highlights that the steel industry is experiencing manageable inventory pressure, indicating limited supply-demand conflicts. The recovery in raw material prices provides support for prices, and the "anti-involution" sentiment boosts market confidence, leading to expectations of a strong fluctuation in steel prices in the short term [3][16]. - For copper, tight supply and low inventory are supporting prices, but U.S. tariff policies increase trade uncertainty, which may put pressure on copper prices in the short term [3][39]. - The aluminum market faces macro uncertainties, but low domestic inventory supports prices. However, weak downstream demand during the off-season is expected to lead to price fluctuations [3][46]. - Gold prices are supported by tariff and trade uncertainties, with future attention needed on overseas economic data and geopolitical situations [3][4][49]. - The lithium market is under pressure from potential oversupply, despite the "anti-involution" sentiment providing some support for prices [3][52]. Summary by Sections Steel Industry - The report notes that the steel industry is facing limited supply-demand conflicts, with inventory pressure being manageable. The raw material price recovery is expected to support prices, and the "anti-involution" sentiment is boosting market confidence, leading to expectations of strong fluctuations in steel prices [3][16]. - As of July 11, the total steel inventory was 13.33 million tons, down 0.03% from the previous week and down 23.26% year-on-year [25]. - The average price index for steel on July 11 was 3,428.49 CNY/ton, reflecting a 1.14% increase from the previous week [37]. Copper Industry - The report indicates that the copper market is experiencing tight supply and low inventory, which supports prices. However, the U.S. tariff policy adds trade uncertainty, potentially putting pressure on copper prices in the short term [3][39]. - On July 11, the LME copper price was 9,600 USD/ton, down 3.34% from the previous week [44]. Aluminum Industry - The aluminum market is characterized by macro uncertainties, but low domestic inventory is providing price support. The report anticipates price fluctuations due to weak downstream demand during the off-season [3][46]. - On July 11, the LME aluminum price was 2,600 USD/ton, reflecting a slight increase from the previous week [47]. Precious Metals - The report highlights that gold prices are supported by tariff and trade uncertainties, with future attention needed on overseas economic data and geopolitical situations [3][4][49]. - On July 11, the COMEX gold price was 3,370.30 USD/ounce, showing a 1.03% increase from the previous week [49]. Rare Earth and Minor Metals - The report notes that rare earth prices are currently at a cyclical low, with domestic policies promoting supply optimization. The demand from humanoid robots and new energy sectors provides new momentum for the industry [4][63]. - On July 11, the price of light rare earth oxide neodymium was 456,000 CNY/ton, up 2.24% from the previous week [63].

Report Industry Investment Rating - Not provided Core Viewpoints - The expansion of the US fiscal deficit and the expectation of the Fed to cut interest rates, the easing of mutual tariffs between China and the US, and the traditional consumption off - season are intertwined. However, the resumption of tin mines in Myanmar's Wa State and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and the increasing trend of domestic refined tin operating capacity and inventory may lead to an adjustment in Shanghai tin prices. It is recommended that investors try short - selling the main contract at high levels with a light position in the short - term, and pay attention to the support and pressure levels [3]. - The positive basis and negative monthly spread of Shanghai tin, as well as the positive spreads of LME tin (0 - 3) and (3 - 15) contracts, are all in a reasonable range. Due to the expected resumption of tin mines in Myanmar's Wa State and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the increasing trend of domestic refined tin operating capacity and social inventory, and the expected suppression of downstream demand in the traditional consumption off - season, investors are advised to temporarily wait and see for arbitrage opportunities [6][10]. Summary by Related Content Supply - side - Myanmar's Wa State's Manxiang mine resumed production in late April, but due to strict mining license approval, reduced approved capacity, and the change of export tax from cash to physical tax, the actual capacity ramp - up is slow (the initial increase is no more than 10,000 metal tons and a 2 - 3 - month transmission period is required). Alphamin Resources announced the phased resumption of the Bisie tin mine in North Kivu Province, the Democratic Republic of the Congo on April 9 (production in 2024 and 2025 is 17,300 and 20,000 tons respectively), and the power system repair takes more than 3 months. China's tin ore production and imports in July increased month - on - month [3][21]. - China's recycled tin production in July increased month - on - month [22][24]. - The operating rates of refined tin production capacity in Jiangxi and China (Yunnan) increased (remained flat) compared with last week, and China's refined tin production (inventory) in July increased (decreased) month - on - month [3][28]. - Malaysia's MSC smelting company suspended tin production due to a natural gas pipeline explosion on April 1. Indonesia's mining license approval is affected by a corruption investigation and may compress medium - and long - term export quotas. PT Timah plans to increase tin production and sales in 2025. China's refined tin imports in July may increase month - on - month [30][32]. Demand - side - China's tin solder production capacity utilization rate (inventory) in July increased (increased) month - on - month, and the import (export) volume of solder strips in July may increase (increase) month - on - month [3][34][38]. - China's tin - plated sheet production (import, export) volume in July may increase (decrease, decrease) month - on - month [3][42][44]. - China's lead - acid battery production capacity utilization rate increased compared with last week. Since tin is an important additive in lead - acid batteries, it may affect tin demand [46][49]. Market Indicators - The basis of Shanghai tin is positive and the monthly spread is negative, both in a reasonable range [4][6]. - The spreads of LME tin (0 - 3) and (3 - 15) contracts are positive and in a reasonable range, and the ratio of Shanghai - London tin prices is lower than the 50% quantile of the past five years [8][10]. - The social inventory of refined tin in China increased compared with last week, and the inventories of SHFE, LME, and domestic tin ingots also increased [11][13]. - The domestic tin ore processing fee is in a downward trend, indicating a tight supply expectation of domestic tin ore [15][17].

Market Overview - Tin is a globally priced commodity, but it is considered a small commodity compared to copper and aluminum due to its limited presence in the Earth's crust [1] - The global distribution of tin resources is concentrated in China, Indonesia, Myanmar, and Australia, with limited new mines in recent years leading to low supply elasticity [1] - The supply disruptions, particularly after Myanmar's ban on tin mining in August 2023, have significantly impacted the market [1] Price Trends - In the first phase from January to early April 2025, tin prices on the Shanghai Futures Exchange rose from 240,000 yuan/ton to a peak of 299,990 yuan/ton, marking a 25% increase due to supply disruptions from Africa and Myanmar [2] - Following this, prices fell over 13% to around 260,000 yuan/ton due to negative market sentiment and the announcement of tariffs by the U.S. [2][4] - The lowest price recorded in 2025 was 235,000 yuan/ton, influenced by the resumption of operations at the Bisie mine in the Democratic Republic of Congo [2][4] Supply Dynamics - Myanmar is the third-largest tin producer globally, contributing 15%-20% of the total supply, with the Wa region accounting for 90% of its production [4] - After the ban on mining in Myanmar, China's tin ore imports have significantly declined, with May 2025 imports at 13,400 tons, a 36.39% month-on-month increase but a 36.51% year-on-year decrease [5] - The supply situation remains tight, with domestic smelting fees declining and production affected by raw material shortages [7] Recovery Challenges - The recovery of tin mining in Myanmar has faced delays due to various factors, including rising costs of essential materials and a decrease in ore quality [10] - The resumption of operations in Myanmar is crucial for supply recovery, but the process is slow and complicated by external factors such as natural disasters and policy changes [9][10] Demand Factors - The global semiconductor market is experiencing cyclical changes, with a slowdown in growth expected in 2025, impacting demand for tin in electronics [13] - Domestic consumption of electronic products is also weak, with smartphone shipments showing only modest growth [15] - The overall demand for tin is being suppressed by high prices and cautious purchasing behavior from downstream buyers [17] Future Outlook - The core issue in the tin market remains the supply side, with a tight supply situation expected to persist in the short term due to slow recovery in Myanmar [21] - The second half of 2025 will be critical for assessing the recovery of tin supply, particularly from Myanmar and Africa [21] - Short-term price stability is anticipated, but a downward trend may emerge as supply conditions improve [21]