Core Viewpoint - The non-ferrous metal sector continues to exhibit a "bull market" trend, with significant inflows into the Huabao Non-Ferrous ETF, reflecting investor confidence in future performance [1][9]. Group 1: Market Performance - On January 5, 2026, the Huabao Non-Ferrous ETF (159876) saw an intraday increase of 2.31%, currently up 1.81%, reaching a new high since its listing [1][9]. - The Huabao Non-Ferrous ETF has received a net subscription of 7.8 million units, with a net inflow of 78.89 million yuan over the past five trading days, indicating strong market interest [1][9]. Group 2: Gold Market Insights - The geopolitical tensions following the U.S. military action against Venezuela are expected to drive safe-haven investments in gold, reinforcing the bullish trend in precious metals [1][14]. - Venezuela's gold resource potential is estimated at 3,500 tons, with a projected production of 31 tons in 2024, positioning it in the mid-range of global gold production [1][14]. Group 3: Copper Market Dynamics - A strike at the Mantoverde copper-gold mine in Chile has disrupted supply, contributing to upward pressure on copper prices [2][15]. - The global copper market is projected to face a shortfall of over 100,000 tons in 2026, exacerbated by ongoing U.S. copper tariffs and a price premium of $100 per ton for COMEX copper over LME copper [2][15]. Group 4: Aluminum Market Developments - LME aluminum prices have surged past $3,000, marking the highest level since 2022, driven by concerns over supply stability due to the indefinite shutdown of the Mozal aluminum plant in Mozambique [5][16]. - Global demand for electrolytic aluminum is expected to increase by 150,000 to 187,000 tons in 2026, reflecting a growth rate of 2% to 2.5%, while supply remains tight due to potential power shortages [5][16]. Group 5: Industry Outlook - The non-ferrous metal sector is anticipated to benefit from a confluence of factors including global capital expenditure cycles, manufacturing recovery, and improved macroeconomic expectations, leading to a sustained bullish trend [5][17]. - Analysts from Zhongjin Company and Zhongtai Securities express optimism for a comprehensive bull market in the non-ferrous sector in 2026, driven by synchronized growth in monetary policy, demand, and supply [5][17]. Group 6: Investment Strategy - The Huabao Non-Ferrous ETF and its associated funds provide broad coverage across various non-ferrous metals, allowing for risk diversification compared to investing in single metal sectors [6][18].

Group 1: Aluminum - The price of alumina remains stable at 2685 yuan/ton, with metallurgical-grade alumina production capacity reaching 88.689 million tons/year and a weekly operating rate increase of 0.55 percentage points to 80.39% [1][3] - The short-term supply-demand fundamentals for alumina continue to show an oversupply, with inventories accumulating and spot prices remaining weak [1][3] - Domestic electrolytic aluminum prices increased by 1.59% to 22,700 yuan/ton, while London aluminum prices rose by 1.79% to 3,010 USD/ton, with electrolytic aluminum margins increasing by 7.18% to 6,862 yuan/ton [3] Group 2: Copper - Copper prices experienced fluctuations after reaching historical highs, with weekly changes in London copper, Shanghai copper, and US copper prices being +2.39%, -0.49%, and -2.62% respectively [2] - Domestic copper inventories saw a significant accumulation, with social inventories of electrolytic copper at 238,900 tons, a 23.40% increase [2] - The supply-demand balance for copper may shift from tight equilibrium to shortage due to insufficient capital expenditure in copper mines and frequent supply disruptions [2] Group 3: Lithium - Lithium carbonate prices increased by 5.90% to 118,500 yuan/ton, while lithium spodumene prices rose by 3.89% to 1,548 USD/ton, indicating a positive trend in lithium prices [4] - The supply of lithium carbonate increased by 1.2% to 22,400 tons, with SMM weekly inventory decreasing by 0.2% to 109,600 tons, marking 20 consecutive weeks of inventory reduction [4] - The demand for lithium batteries remains strong, with expectations for continued growth in lithium demand despite seasonal trends [4] Group 4: Cobalt - Cobalt prices are expected to continue rising, with MB cobalt increasing by 1.53% to 24.88 USD/pound and domestic cobalt prices rising by 10.11% to 490,000 yuan/ton [5] - The Democratic Republic of Congo has lifted its cobalt export ban, implementing a quota system instead, which may affect the supply chain in the near future [5] - The structural tightness in cobalt raw materials remains unchanged, supporting the outlook for rising cobalt prices [5]

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Positive" and is maintained [7] Core Insights - Geopolitical fluctuations are driving safe-haven demand, with a focus on upcoming economic data and adjustments to the Bloomberg Commodity Index. Short-term gold and silver may experience wide fluctuations, but it is recommended to increase equity allocation during corrections. The recent increase in metal futures margin requirements by the CME has led to significant price volatility in gold and silver, with short-term forced liquidation sentiment easing. The outlook for Q1 2026 suggests that the inflation and liquidity resonance window remains unchanged, with silver leading the continued upward trend in precious metals [3][4][5] Summary by Sections Precious Metals - Geopolitical tensions are creating a demand for safe-haven assets, while upcoming economic data and the Bloomberg Commodity Index adjustments are being monitored. Short-term fluctuations in gold and silver prices are expected, but equity allocation should be increased during corrections. The recent margin hikes by the CME have caused significant price volatility, and the forced liquidation sentiment has eased. The inflation and liquidity resonance window is expected to remain unchanged through Q1 2026, with silver leading the upward trend in precious metals [3][4] Industrial Metals - The overall performance of industrial metals remains strong, driven by increased expectations of interest rate cuts and copper accumulation in the U.S. Recent data shows a week-on-week increase in copper inventory by 5.73% and a year-on-year increase of 86.11%. Aluminum inventory also saw a week-on-week increase of 2.93% and a year-on-year increase of 1.96%. The core logic for the strength in copper and aluminum prices is linked to interest rate cut expectations and U.S. copper accumulation [4][5] Energy and Minor Metals - Lithium is expected to see a supply inflection point and a new demand cycle. The price of lithium carbonate futures has surpassed 120,000 yuan/ton, reaching a new high. The recovery in rare earth demand is anticipated to initiate a new upward trend, with significant improvements in the performance of rare earth companies. Tungsten prices are also on the rise, with a long-term bullish outlook. The cobalt market is expected to face shortages from 2025 to 2027, with prices likely to rise due to supply constraints [5][6]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the non-ferrous metals industry is "Positive" (maintained) [4] Core Views - Demand expectations for aluminum have been raised, leading to a strong breakthrough in aluminum prices [3] - Copper prices are experiencing high-level fluctuations after breaking historical highs, with significant inventory accumulation in domestic markets [5] - The lithium sector is entering an upward price cycle driven by strong demand, despite being in the off-season [79] - Cobalt prices are expected to continue rising due to tight raw material supply [91] Summary by Sections Industry Overview - China's manufacturing PMI for December exceeded expectations at 50.1, compared to the forecast of 49.2 [8] - Initial jobless claims in the U.S. for the week ending December 27 were lower than expected at 199,000 [8] Market Performance - The non-ferrous metals sector outperformed the Shanghai Composite Index, with a weekly increase of 0.41% [11] - The sector's PE_TTM is 28.46, while the PB_LF is 3.51, indicating a premium over the broader market [20] Copper - London copper prices increased by 2.39%, while Shanghai copper prices decreased by 0.49% [25] - Domestic copper inventory saw a significant increase of 30.11%, while London copper inventory decreased by 7.45% [25] Aluminum - London aluminum prices rose by 1.79%, and Shanghai aluminum prices increased by 1.59% [37] - The profit margin for aluminum enterprises increased by 7.18% to 6,862 CNY/ton [37] Lithium - Carbonate lithium prices rose by 5.90% to 118,500 CNY/ton, while lithium spodumene prices increased by 3.89% to 1,548 USD/ton [79] - The lithium sector is expected to see a reversal in supply-demand dynamics, leading to a price increase [79] Cobalt - MB cobalt prices rose by 1.53% to 24.88 USD/pound, and domestic cobalt prices increased by 10.11% to 490,000 CNY/ton [91] - Domestic smelting margins for cobalt increased by 74.85% to 96,700 CNY/ton [91]

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Outperform the Market" (maintained) [1][54]. Core Views - Geopolitical tensions are escalating, which may enhance the strategic resource pricing of metals. The gold market is expected to maintain its safe-haven appeal due to ongoing geopolitical uncertainties and the unresolved U.S. debt issue, leading to a potential long-term increase in gold prices [4]. - Industrial metals are anticipated to see an upward trend in pricing due to increased financial attributes and tightening supply conditions, particularly for copper and aluminum [5][6]. Summary by Sections 1. Nonferrous Metal Index Trends - As of December 31, 2025, the nonferrous metal index closed at 9342.49 points, up 0.4% month-on-month. The precious metal index decreased by 2.2%, while the industrial metal index increased by 2.1% [10]. 2. Precious Metals 2.1 Gold - As of December 31, the COMEX gold futures contract was priced at $4341.9 per ounce, down 4.8% month-on-month. The SPDR Gold ETF holdings decreased by 0.6% to 1065 tons. The report suggests that the recent price drop is a short-term adjustment in a longer-term upward trend for gold prices [4]. 3. Industrial Metals 3.1 Copper - The SHFE copper futures contract was priced at 98,240 RMB per ton as of December 31, down 0.49% month-on-month. Domestic copper social inventory reached 238,900 tons, while LME copper inventory was at 145,000 tons. The report indicates a tightening supply expectation for copper, with a potential upward revaluation of copper prices in the medium term [6]. 3.2 Aluminum - The SHFE aluminum futures contract rose by 2.3% to 22,925 RMB per ton as of December 31. Domestic aluminum social inventory was 684,000 tons, with LME aluminum inventory at 509,300 tons. The report anticipates that aluminum prices will maintain a high-level fluctuation due to a supportive macro environment [6]. 3.3 Tin - The SHFE tin futures contract fell by 4.6% to 322,900 RMB per ton as of December 31. Domestic tin social inventory was 8,520 tons, and LME tin inventory was 5,415 tons. Supply concerns due to geopolitical issues in the Congo and regulatory tightening in Indonesia are expected to keep the tin market tight [6]. 4. Investment Recommendations - The report recommends focusing on the following sectors: - **Gold**: Continued geopolitical uncertainty supports gold's safe-haven status. Recommended stock: Chifeng Jilong Gold Mining. - **Copper**: Domestic demand recovery and tightening supply conditions suggest a positive outlook. Recommended stock: Luoyang Molybdenum. - **Aluminum**: Strong demand against weak supply conditions may drive aluminum prices higher. Recommended stock: Tianshan Aluminum [7][51].

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Group 1 - The report highlights that industrial metal prices have shown a significant upward trend, particularly for copper and tin, which are constrained by supply issues. Prices have gradually increased throughout the year, with copper reaching a historical high [14][15][39]. - The overall performance of the non-ferrous metal sector has been impressive, with a year-to-date weighted average increase of 100.46% as of December 11, 2025, outperforming major indices like the Shanghai Composite and CSI 300 [26][33]. - The macroeconomic environment is expected to remain favorable for industrial metals in 2026, with continued liquidity support from the U.S. Federal Reserve's interest rate cuts and domestic policies aimed at boosting demand [39][10]. Group 2 - The report identifies AI and energy storage as significant drivers of marginal demand growth for copper and aluminum, with substantial capital expenditures from major cloud service providers expected to continue [45][58]. - For copper, the demand from AI data centers is projected to add approximately 26.8 thousand tons to total copper demand in 2026, driven by increased infrastructure investments [58][59]. - In the aluminum sector, while demand growth is anticipated, it is expected to be more limited compared to copper, with projected aluminum demand from data centers reaching around 78 thousand tons globally by 2026 [64][66]. Group 3 - The supply side for copper remains constrained due to ongoing production cuts and delays in new mining projects, which are expected to exacerbate structural shortages in the market [42][43]. - The aluminum market is facing a rigid supply ceiling domestically, with limited growth in production capacity and risks of shutdowns due to high electricity costs [43][44]. - The report recommends several companies with strong growth potential in the copper sector, including Shengtun Mining, Zangge Mining, and Zijin Mining, as well as companies in the aluminum sector like China Aluminum and China Hongqiao [11][39].

Group 1: Copper - The supply side of copper is facing long-term capital expenditure shortages, with new project realization being difficult, leading to a potential zero or negative growth in global copper mine supply by 2026 [1][2] - On the demand side, the expansion of AI computing power is amplifying copper demand through the power system, and accelerated investment in the US power grid is causing a continuous supply-demand mismatch [1][2] - A conservative estimate indicates a global copper supply-demand gap of approximately 830,000 tons by 2026, necessitating a price increase to suppress demand and maintain balance, with prices expected to significantly rise, potentially exceeding $13,000 per ton [1][2] Group 2: Aluminum - The aluminum sector is expected to benefit from a continued cost reduction dividend by 2026, with supply constraints due to the production capacity ceiling in China and power restrictions [2] - Low inventory levels combined with diverse demand are likely to exceed expectations, with a positive outlook for the profitability of electrolytic aluminum [2] Group 3: Gold - The gold market is driven by a combination of cyclical and structural bull market factors, with overseas interest rate cuts continuing to drive cyclical ETF investment demand [2] - Concerns over the high deficit rate in the US are expected to sustain central bank gold purchases [2] Group 4: Silver - The silver price is anticipated to trend upward in the medium term, supported by stable overall supply and demand driven by industrial growth and investment demand fluctuations [2] - Key sectors such as photovoltaics and electronics are core supports for silver demand, with global silver inventories continuing to decline [2] Group 5: Lithium - The peak of capital expenditure in the lithium sector has passed, with a clear downward trend in capacity growth [3] - High investment in global energy storage is expected to sustain improvements in lithium supply and demand, with prices likely to rise beyond expectations [3] Group 6: Cobalt - The export quota for cobalt from the Democratic Republic of Congo has been implemented, leading to a global tight supply situation [4] - The tight raw material situation is expected to persist, resulting in continued upward pressure on cobalt prices [4] Group 7: Rare Earths - Supply reforms and export competition are expected to resonate, with rising processing fees for imported heavy rare earths indicating a significant reduction in buyers within the industry [4] - The export market for magnetic materials is thriving, and the supply-demand dynamics in rare earths are expected to remain positive [4] Group 8: Tin - The global tin supply is frequently disrupted, with actions in Indonesia to eliminate illegal mining potentially offsetting production increases from Myanmar [4] - Low global tin ingot inventories suggest a widening supply-demand gap, with the tin-to-copper ratio expected to rise [4] Group 9: Tungsten - Tungsten prices are expected to continue reaching new highs due to supply reductions and global strategic stockpiling [4] - Strengthening economic recovery expectations and rising PMI are likely to enhance consumer demand, leading to sustained supply shortages and price increases [4] Group 10: Molybdenum - Molybdenum inventories remain low, with prices trending upward due to high demand in the steel sector and ongoing low inventories [4] - The impact of imported ore since October 2025 is expected to continue depleting stocks, leading to a return to an upward price trend [4] Group 11: Uranium - The uranium market is expected to maintain a supply-demand gap, with short-term recovery in primary supply driven by mine restarts, while long-term supply capabilities face continuous decline [5][6] - Demand for nuclear power is steadily increasing due to energy security and the transition to clean energy, further supporting the uranium market [5][6] Group 12: Steel - The steel industry is characterized by defensive attributes, with potential arbitrage opportunities arising from raw material supply easing and self-discipline in steelmaking [6] - The focus of demand has shifted from domestic real estate to export manufacturing, with diverse administrative measures expected to enhance supply-side policies by 2026 [6]