Core Viewpoint - The zinc market is currently experiencing a dual supply increase in both zinc ore and zinc ingots, with significant implications for pricing and inventory levels. However, demand remains weak, and future consumption expectations are uncertain due to various macroeconomic factors and industry dynamics [4][6][10]. Supply Side: Zinc Ore and Ingots - Zinc ore supply has increased significantly, with net imports in China from January to June rising by 48% year-on-year, contributing to a total supply increase of 13.5% during the same period [4] - Current zinc concentrate port inventory stands at 275,000 physical tons, while factory inventory is at 599,000 physical tons, marking a year-on-year increase of 28,680 tons [4] - Domestic zinc ingot production began to rise in June, with June output reaching 585,100 tons, a year-on-year increase of 7.2% and a month-on-month increase of 6.5% [4] - The average domestic treatment charge (TC) for zinc concentrate is 3,800 RMB/ton, while the import TC index is 76 USD/dry ton, both showing significant increases from last year [4] Demand Side: Weak Reality, Marginally Strong Expectations - Current operational rates for downstream enterprises are below last year's levels, with galvanized sheet production down by 3% and die-casting zinc alloy production down by 4.6% year-on-year [6] - Strategic inventory buildup is occurring among some enterprises due to falling zinc prices, but actual consumption may be weaker in the second half of 2025 due to preemptive actions taken in response to price drops and tariff policies [6] - A major hydropower project in the Yarlung Tsangpo River region, with a total investment of 1.2 trillion RMB, is expected to marginally boost zinc consumption, primarily for corrosion protection in metal structures [6] Market Sentiment and Financial Disturbances - The Trump administration's influence on the Federal Reserve's monetary policy is increasing, raising expectations for monetary easing, which provides some support for zinc prices [8] - Domestic policies aimed at stabilizing growth and eliminating outdated production capacity have sparked a bullish trend in commodity markets, positively impacting zinc as it is closely related to sectors like infrastructure and real estate [8] - After July delivery, registered zinc ingot warehouse receipts on the Shanghai Futures Exchange exceeded 10,000 tons, indicating a significant reduction in structural risks [8] Supply-Side Reform and Market Outlook - The current zinc market differs from the 2016 cycle, as it is characterized by an oversupply of zinc ore, with average profits still positive at 4,300 RMB/ton [10] - Despite the introduction of policies aimed at stabilizing growth and eliminating outdated capacity, the zinc industry is not resonating with macroeconomic policies, making sustained price increases challenging [10] - If speculative sentiment cools and the macroeconomic environment weakens, there remains a significant risk of downward pressure on zinc prices [10]

Group 1 - The China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) has optimized the registration review process for Hong Kong mutual recognition funds to enhance investor protection and ensure stable operations of these funds, requiring a minimum asset scale of 200 million RMB in the year prior to application [1] - Several small and medium-sized public fund companies have begun shutting down their mobile applications due to low user engagement and high operational costs, with companies like Ping An Fund and Guotai Junan Fund announcing similar plans [1] Group 2 - The Ministry of Finance has allocated a budget of approximately 90 billion RMB for childcare subsidies this year, with the central government covering about 90% of the funding needed for local governments [2] - In the first half of the year, 10 healthcare companies have listed in Hong Kong, raising a total of 2.1 billion USD, while 35 more companies have submitted listing applications [2] - A report indicates that by 2024, the revenue share of self-developed Chinese games from overseas sales is expected to reach 33.62%, with the Chinese and US gaming markets projected to be worth 47 billion USD and 46.1 billion USD respectively [2] Group 3 - Giant Star Legend has announced a partnership with Yushu Technology to develop consumer-grade robots, with plans to allocate approximately 38.2% of their recent fundraising for expanding retail channels, including vending machines and smart devices [3] - Huawei has launched its new flagship tablet, the MatePad Pro, featuring HarmonyOS 5 and starting at a price of 3,999 RMB [3] Group 4 - Greenland Holdings has refuted rumors regarding its CEO's disappearance, confirming that he is on personal leave but remains in his position [4] - Glencore plans to cut costs by 1 billion USD and has raised its long-term profit forecast for its commodities trading division for the first time since 2017, with expected profits now between 2.3 billion and 3.5 billion USD [4] - Zhongwang Software is facing a copyright infringement lawsuit from Autodesk in the US, which the company intends to contest vigorously [4] Group 5 - Pudong Construction reported a 1.89% decrease in the number of new engineering projects signed in Q2, with a 22.53% drop in project value to 3.278 billion RMB [5] - Anhui Construction announced a slight increase of 0.65% in new contract value for its engineering business, totaling 33.523 billion RMB [5] - Sinopec Oilfield Services has won a contract worth 3.597 billion RMB for a natural gas pipeline project, accounting for 4.44% of its projected revenue for 2024 [5] - Inner Mongolia Huadian reported a decline in revenue by 8.75% to 9.827 billion RMB and a net profit drop of 11.91% to 1.557 billion RMB for the first half of the year [5] Group 6 - Weihong Co. reported a 9.51% increase in revenue to 260 million RMB for the first half of the year, but a 28.86% decrease in net profit to approximately 29.25 million RMB [6] Group 7 - The Shanghai Composite Index rose by 0.17% despite a mixed performance in the market, with significant declines in high-profile stocks, while sectors like film, oil and gas, and baby products saw gains [7]

1. Report Industry Investment Ratings No relevant content provided. 2. Core Views of the Report - The report covers various sectors including finance and commodities, analyzing the impact of economic events and policies on different assets. In the financial sector, it discusses the influence of trade negotiations, GDP forecasts, and central bank policies on gold, stock indices, and bonds. In the commodity sector, it assesses factors such as production, demand, and geopolitical events affecting coal, iron ore, agricultural products, and energy - related commodities. Overall, it provides investment suggestions based on the current market situation and future expectations in each sector [12][26][32]. 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Financial News and Reviews 3.1.1 Macro Strategy (Gold) - The US 6 - month JOLTs job openings were 7.437 million, slightly lower than expected. Sino - US trade talks are optimistic, and the extension of tariffs is negative for gold. The dollar index is strong, and gold lacks the momentum to break through and rise in the short term. It is recommended to expect short - term gold to remain in a consolidation pattern with increased volatility [11][12][13]. 3.1.2 Macro Strategy (Stock Index Futures) - The IMF raised China's 2025 GDP growth rate to 4.8%. Sino - US trade talks led to a 90 - day extension of the suspended 24% reciprocal tariffs, which is beneficial for the stock market. It is recommended to allocate various stock indices evenly [14][15][16]. 3.1.3 Macro Strategy (Foreign Exchange Futures - US Dollar Index) - Trump may impose 20% - 25% tariffs on India. The third round of Sino - US trade talks ended with tariff extensions but no significant progress in other aspects, causing the dollar index to oscillate at a high level. It is recommended that the dollar index will oscillate at a high level in the short term [17][19][20]. 3.1.4 Macro Strategy (US Stock Index Futures) - Sino - US trade talks will continue to extend the suspended 24% reciprocal tariffs. The US consumer confidence index in July rebounded, but the job openings in June decreased slightly, and the market is cautious about future economic data. It is recommended to be aware of the risk of pullbacks [21][22][24]. 3.1.5 Macro Strategy (Treasury Bond Futures) - The central bank's income perception index declined in the second quarter. The central bank conducted a 449.2 - billion - yuan 7 - day reverse repurchase operation, with a net injection of 234.4 billion yuan. It is recommended to go long after the market negatives are mostly cleared in early August [25][26][27]. 3.2 Commodity News and Reviews 3.2.1 Black Metals (Steam Coal) - On July 25, the price of steam coal in the northern port market remained stable. Downstream demand was weak, and the market was in a stalemate. It is recommended to pay attention to the change in daily consumption growth rate [28]. 3.2.2 Black Metals (Iron Ore) - Anglo American's iron ore production in the second quarter of 2025 increased year - on - year, and sales were slightly different. The iron ore price oscillated at a high level. It is recommended to wait and see for now [29]. 3.2.3 Agricultural Products (Soybean Oil/Rapeseed Oil/Palm Oil) - Indonesia's B50 biofuel plan may increase palm oil consumption by 3 million tons. The EU will allow Indonesian palm oil to enter the market with zero tariffs. It is recommended not to short, be cautious when going long, and choose P2601 and Y2601 contracts, while paying attention to China's actual soybean oil exports [30][31][32]. 3.2.4 Agricultural Products (Cotton) - New cotton in Xinjiang has entered the boll - setting stage with good growth. Brazil's cotton harvesting progress was 21.7% as of July 26. US cotton growth was slightly slower, and the excellent - good rate declined. It is recommended that the 9 - month contract may be weak in the short term, and the 1 - month contract may oscillate and adjust, while paying attention to Sino - US trade negotiation results [33][34][36]. 3.2.5 Agricultural Products (Pigs) - Tiankang Bio's pig - raising cost dropped to 13 yuan/kg at the beginning of 2025. It is recommended to use a reverse - spread strategy [37][38]. 3.2.6 Black Metals (Rebar/Hot - Rolled Coil) - The CMI index in July increased by 5.54% year - on - year. Steel prices rose, mainly driven by expectations of the Politburo meeting and environmental protection restrictions during the parade. It is recommended to be cautious in the short term as the market may fluctuate greatly [39][40][41]. 3.2.7 Black Metals (Coking Coal/Coke) - The auction price of coking coal in the Lvliang market increased. After the previous sharp rise in the futures market, it has recently fallen to digest some sentiment. Coke enterprises have started the third round of price increases. It is recommended to pay attention to position management [42][43][44]. 3.2.8 Non - ferrous Metals (Copper) - Peru is considering approving a 6 - billion - dollar mining project. The EU and the US will establish a metal alliance. The US copper price premium declined. It is recommended to go long on dips unilaterally and pay attention to the internal - external reverse - spread strategy [45][46][48]. 3.2.9 Non - ferrous Metals (Lithium Carbonate) - Jiangte Motor's actual controller changed, and the stock resumed trading. After the position limit took effect, the speculative sentiment receded. It is recommended not to short too early on the left side and wait for a safer point to go long [49][50]. 3.2.10 Non - ferrous Metals (Lead) - Adriatic Metals' silver production in the second quarter increased by 23% quarter - on - quarter. The lead market oscillated weakly. It is recommended to pay attention to short - term callback buying opportunities and manage positions well, and wait and see for arbitrage [51][52][53]. 3.2.11 Non - ferrous Metals (Zinc) - Newmont and Fresnilloplc's zinc concentrate production increased quarter - on - quarter. The zinc market fundamentals weakened, but the decline led to better spot trading. It is recommended to wait and see unilaterally, pay attention to the mid - term monthly spread positive - spread opportunity for arbitrage, and wait and see for internal - external trading [54][55][58]. 3.2.12 Non - ferrous Metals (Nickel) - PT Vale obtained a 2.2 - million - ton nickel ore quota. It is recommended to wait and see in the short term and pay attention to shorting opportunities on rallies in the medium term [59][60][61]. 3.2.13 Energy Chemicals (Crude Oil) - Trump will give Russia 10 days to reach a cease - fire agreement. API crude oil inventory increased. Oil prices rose, and the short - term risk premium may increase. It is recommended that the short - term trend is oscillating and strengthening [62][63][65]. 3.2.14 Energy Chemicals (Carbon Emissions) - On July 29, the CEA closing price was 73.32 yuan/ton, down 0.46% from the previous day. It is recommended that CEA will oscillate in the short term [66][67]. 3.2.15 Energy Chemicals (Caustic Soda) - On July 29, the caustic soda market in Shandong was stable. Supply was expected to increase, and demand was stable. It is recommended that the caustic soda price may rise slightly but with limited increase [68][69]. 3.2.16 Energy Chemicals (Pulp) - The price of imported wood pulp showed different trends among different varieties. It is recommended to be aware of the risk of capital speculation on low - valuation pulp [70][71]. 3.2.17 Energy Chemicals (PVC) - The PVC powder market price weakened. It is recommended to be aware of the risk of capital speculation on low - valuation PVC [72]. 3.2.18 Energy Chemicals (PTA) - The PTA spot market was quiet, and the basis was weak. Supply and demand were in a tight - balance state. It is recommended that the PTA price may oscillate slightly stronger in the short term with increased volatility [73][74]. 3.2.19 Energy Chemicals (Urea) - In July 2025, the urea开工 load rate decreased month - on - month. It is recommended to view the urea market as oscillating in the short term [75][76]. 3.2.20 Energy Chemicals (Styrene) - Sinopec raised the pure benzene listing price by 100 yuan/ton. It is recommended to pay attention to macro - sentiment changes for styrene and view pure benzene as oscillating in the short term [77][78]. 3.2.21 Energy Chemicals (Bottle Chips) - Bottle chip factory export quotes were mostly stable, with some slightly decreasing. It is recommended to pay attention to the opportunity of expanding the processing fee by going long on dips [79][80]. 3.2.22 Energy Chemicals (Soda Ash) - On July 29, the soda ash market in South China was stable. The futures price continued to fall. It is recommended to operate carefully and wait for policy guidance [81]. 3.2.23 Energy Chemicals (Float Glass) - On July 29, the price of float glass in Hubei remained unchanged. The futures price dropped significantly. It is recommended to operate cautiously on the long - short side and focus on the long - glass short - soda - ash arbitrage strategy [82][83][84].

Group 1 - The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has announced a four-month suspension of cobalt exports due to concerns over global market oversupply, which has been extended for an additional three months [1][2] - The suspension is expected to significantly alter the global cobalt supply-demand landscape by 2025, potentially leading to an upward shift in cobalt prices [1][5] - China's imports of cobalt from the DRC have seen a substantial decline, with June imports dropping by 60.8% compared to May, indicating tightening supply [2][3] Group 2 - Companies like Luoyang Molybdenum Co. have stated that the export ban will have limited impact on their operations in the short term, as they have sufficient inventory to manage through the supply disruption [3][5] - The ban is expected to lead to a depletion of existing inventories, which may result in a tighter supply situation for cobalt in the coming months, particularly in August and September [5][6] - Cobalt prices have already shown a significant increase following the DRC's export ban, rising from 166,000 CNY/ton to 250,000 CNY/ton within approximately 20 days, reflecting a 50.6% increase [6]

Report Industry Investment Rating There is no information provided in the given text about the report industry investment rating. Core Viewpoints - The zinc market's surplus pattern remains unchanged. With the continuous recovery of TC and good returns from by - products such as sulfuric acid, smelters' production enthusiasm is high. However, high zinc prices and the consumption off - season suppress downstream purchasing enthusiasm, and inventory continues to accumulate, with strong upward pressure. It is expected that zinc prices may weaken and consolidate in the short term, operating in the range of 21,500 - 23,000 yuan/ton. Continued attention should be paid to macro - economic conditions and downstream consumption [3]. Summary According to the Directory 1. Market Review - **Price Changes**: The average price of SMM1 zinc ingots rose 2.02% to 22,700 yuan/ton; the closing price of the main Shanghai zinc contract rose 2.65% to 22,885 yuan/ton; the LME zinc closing price (electronic trading) rose 0.18% to 2,829 US dollars/ton [10]. - **Industry Conditions**: Refining zinc enterprises' production profits continued to improve; galvanizing start - up increased slightly but the terminal remained weak; die - casting zinc alloy start - up was cautious due to the off - season; zinc oxide start - up declined due to weak demand; zinc ingot social inventory continued to accumulate [4][15][45]. 2. Supply - Side Analysis 2.1 Raw Material End - **Zinc Concentrate Inventory**: As of July 25, the inventory of imported zinc ore in Lianyungang was 80,000 tons, unchanged from the previous week; the total inventory of 7 ports was 354,000 tons, a decrease of 86,000 tons from the previous week [19]. - **Zinc Concentrate Profit**: As of July 24, the production profit of zinc concentrate enterprises was 4,448 yuan/metal ton. In June, the import volume of zinc concentrate was 330,000 tons, a month - on - month decrease of 32.87% and a year - on - year increase of 22.42%; from January to June, the cumulative import volume was 2.5339 million tons, a cumulative year - on - year increase of 47.74% [25]. - **TC Changes**: The domestic zinc concentrate processing fee remained at 3,800 yuan/metal ton, and the import index rose to 76.25 US dollars/dry ton [28]. 2.2 Smelting End - **Smelter Production**: Refining zinc enterprises' production profits continued to improve. As of July 24, the production profit of refining zinc enterprises was - 138 yuan/ton. In June, the domestic refined zinc output was 590,200 tons, a month - on - month increase of 40,800 tons, and the output in July is expected to remain high [37]. - **Import Situation**: The import profit window was closed. As of July 25, the import profit of refined zinc was - 1,586.89 yuan/ton. From January to June 2025, the cumulative import volume of refined zinc was 192,000 tons, a cumulative year - on - year decrease of 30,000 tons [42]. 3. Demand - Side Analysis 3.1 Galvanizing - **Start - up Rate**: The galvanizing enterprise start - up rate increased by 0.30 percentage points to 59.42%. The good trend of black metal prices and traders' continuous replenishment drove the recovery of galvanizing start - up. However, orders for guardrails, lamp posts, and photovoltaic brackets remained weak [49]. - **Inventory Changes**: Galvanizing enterprises' raw material inventory decreased as high zinc prices suppressed downstream purchasing enthusiasm. Finished product inventory decreased as enterprises were pessimistic about the future and consumed inventory for profit realization [52]. 3.2 Die - Casting Zinc Alloy - **Price Changes**: The average price of Zamak3 zinc alloy rose 1.96% to 23,395 yuan/ton, and the average price of Zamak5 zinc alloy rose 1.92% to 23,945 yuan/ton [58]. - **Start - up Rate**: The die - casting zinc alloy start - up rate decreased by 0.92 percentage points to 51.03%. Due to the consumption off - season, enterprise production declined, and the start - up rate was expected to continue to decline [61]. - **Inventory Changes**: Die - casting zinc alloy enterprises' raw material inventory decreased due to weak purchasing enthusiasm at high zinc prices, and finished product inventory increased as the shipment rhythm slowed down [64]. 3.3 Zinc Oxide - **Price Changes**: The average price of zinc oxide ≥99.7% rose 1.40% to 21,700 yuan/ton [68]. - **Start - up Rate**: The zinc oxide enterprise start - up rate decreased by 0.33 percentage points to 55.99%. Weak terminal demand and the off - season led to a general performance of orders [71]. - **Inventory Changes**: Zinc oxide enterprises' raw material inventory decreased as they mainly made rigid purchases at high zinc prices, and finished product inventory increased due to weak terminal demand [74]. 4. Inventory Analysis - **Social Inventory**: As of July 24, the SMM zinc ingot three - place inventory was 90,200 tons, showing an increase. The high zinc price at the beginning of the week suppressed downstream purchasing enthusiasm, leading to continuous inventory accumulation. The SMM zinc ingot bonded area inventory was 6,000 tons, remaining stable compared to the previous week [79]. - **Exchange Inventory**: As of July 25, the SHFE inventory was 59,400 tons, showing an increase, and the LME inventory was 115,800 tons, showing a decrease [82]. - **Monthly Supply - Demand Balance**: In June 2025, the production was 585,000 tons, the import volume was 25,000 tons, the export volume was 200 tons, the apparent consumption was 610,000 tons, the actual consumption was 586,000 tons, and the monthly supply - demand balance was 24,000 tons [88].

Group 1: Report Industry Investment Rating - The report's investment rating for the zinc industry is mainly "oscillating" [6] Group 2: Core Views of the Report - This week, zinc prices showed a wide - range oscillation, closing at 22,885 yuan per ton. Domestic zinc ingot inventories are at a low level in recent years, and LME inventories are also decreasing. The overall zinc market was strongly influenced by anti - involution sentiment this week, remaining relatively strong, but the upward momentum was insufficient after Monday, gradually moving towards high - level oscillation, with a decline in Friday's night session [1] - In the short term, if there are no strong policy measures to stimulate the non - ferrous industry again, the market will return to fundamentals, and it is advisable to sell on rallies overall [5] Group 3: Summary by Relevant Catalogs 1. Market Performance - **Futures Market**: The closing price of SHFE zinc futures' main contract was 22,885 yuan, up 3.41% week - on - week; LME zinc closed at 2,823.5 dollars, up 4.15% week - on - week [6] - **Spot Market**: The price of 0 zinc ingot was 22,770 yuan per ton, up 2.02% week - on - week; 1 zinc ingot was 22,700 yuan per ton, also up 2.02% week - on - week [16] 2. Industry News - **Canadian Mining Company Teck Resources**: In Q2 2025, Red Dog mine produced 136,600 metal tons of zinc concentrate, slightly down year - on - year due to lower ore grades; lead concentrate production remained stable at 27,500 tons. The sales volume of zinc concentrate in Q2 was 35,100 metal tons, down 35% year - on - year, but still higher than the guidance range. Teck expects the inventory accumulated in the first half of the year to be released in Q3, with a sales guidance range of 200,000 - 250,000 metal tons. Trail smelter produced 50,900 tons of refined zinc in Q2, 14,000 tons less than last year, in line with the company's plan to maximize profitability by reducing production [2] - **Glencore**: Glencore announced on July 22 that it would sell its Lady Loretta zinc mine and related land to Austral Resources. Lady Loretta is expected to close at the end of 2025, and after its closure, the lead - zinc concentrate production of Mount Isa may decrease by about one - third [3] 3. Supply and Demand Analysis - **Supply Side** - **Mining End**: In June, zinc ore imports declined, but were still strong year - on - year. The port inventory of zinc concentrates in China was 354,000 tons, up 86,000 tons week - on - week [1] - **Smelting End**: The operating rate of smelters remained strong this week, with a strong willingness to resume production. The treatment charge (TC) continued to rise, and profit repair was stable [3] - **Demand Side**: The operating rate of downstream industries mainly decreased week - on - week, affected by the off - season of consumption and high zinc prices this week, showing a weak performance [3] 4. Inventory Situation - Domestic inventories increased due to high zinc prices, showing short - term oscillation. With the resumption of smelter production and weak downstream demand, inventories may gradually rise. LME zinc inventories are at a low level in recent years, supporting zinc prices [5] 5. Production and Utilization Rate - In June 2025, the capacity utilization rate of zinc concentrates was 100.81%, with a month - on - month increase of 10.45% and a year - on - year increase of 4.03% [33] - In June 2025, the production of refined zinc was 496,700 tons, down 1.88% year - on - year; the production of zinc concentrates was 328,300 tons, up 4.75% year - on - year [33] 6. Import and Export Data - In June 2025, the import volume of zinc concentrates was 329,957 tons, up 22.42% year - on - year; the import volume of refined zinc was 36,061 tons, up 3.24% year - on - year [36] 7. Supply - Demand Balance - In June 2025, the supply - demand balance of zinc concentrates was - 2,000 metal tons, down 96.5% year - on - year and 103.85% month - on - month; the supply - demand balance of refined zinc was 24,000 tons, down 2500.00% year - on - year and 211.11% month - on - month [45] 8. Downstream Consumption - The weekly operating rates of galvanizing, zinc oxide, and die - casting zinc alloys were 59.42%, 55.99%, and 51.03% respectively, with week - on - week changes of + 0.3%, - 0.33%, and - 0.92% [48]

Report Summary 1. Report Industry Investment Rating No information provided regarding the industry investment rating. 2. Core View The passage of the stablecoin - related bill in the US and the increased probability of the Fed's September rate - cut, along with disruptions in copper mine production or transportation overseas and a decline in China's electrolytic copper social inventory, could lead to price adjustments in Shanghai copper. It is recommended that investors wait and see, focusing on specific support and pressure levels for Shanghai copper, London copper, and US copper [3]. 3. Summary by Related Contents 3.1 Market Data - **Shanghai Copper Futures**: On July 25, 2025, the closing price of the active contract was 79,250 yuan, down 640 yuan from the previous day; the trading volume was 88,147 lots, an increase of 14,228 lots; the open interest was 180,830 lots, down 666 lots; the inventory was 16,133 tons, down 50 tons; the average price of SMW 1 electrolytic copper was 79,450 yuan, down 345 yuan [2]. - **Shanghai Copper Basis and Spreads**: The Shanghai copper basis was 200 yuan, up 295 yuan from the previous day. Different regional spot premiums and discounts and spreads between different - month contracts showed various changes [2]. - **London Copper**: The closing price of LME 3 - month copper futures (electronic trading) on July 25, 2025, was 9,796, down 58.5 from the previous day. The total inventory of registered and cancelled warrants was 0, a significant decrease from 128,475 the previous day. There were also changes in different contract spreads and the Shanghai - London copper price ratio [2]. - **COMEX Copper**: The closing price of the active copper futures contract on July 25, 2025, was 5.804, down 0.04 from the previous day. The total inventory weight was 248,635, an increase of 3,127 [2]. 3.2 Industry News - **Mine Incidents**: Red Chris mine in Canada suspended operations due to a tunnel collapse in the non - production project's underground working area, with three workers trapped. Anglo Asian Mining's Denirli operation in Azerbaijan increased copper concentrate production, while Russian Mornickel lowered its 2025 copper production forecast. Other mines also had various incidents and production adjustments [2][3]. - **Mine Closures and Expansions**: Glencore will close its Mount Isa copper mine in Australia next week, with about 500 people affected. Some mines, such as the Miraado copper mine in Ecuador and the Julong copper mine in China, have expansion plans [2][3]. 3.3 Macroeconomic and Policy News - The US House of Representatives passed a stablecoin - related bill and allowed pension funds to invest in assets like gold and digital currencies. US consumer - end inflation (CPI) increased in June due to import tariffs. The initial jobless claims were 217,000, lower than expected and the previous value. The probability of a Fed rate - cut in September increased but decreased in December [2][3]. 3.4 Investment Strategy Investors are advised to wait and see, focusing on support and pressure levels: for Shanghai copper, 76,000 - 78,000 and 80,000 - 81,000; for London copper, 9,300 - 9,500 and 10,000 - 10,200; for US copper, 5.0 - 5.2 and 6.0 - 7.0 [3].

Group 1: Report Industry Investment Rating - No information provided Group 2: Core Viewpoints of the Report - Last week, the main contract price of Shanghai zinc rebounded strongly and then adjusted slightly. Optimistic macro - sentiment has been digested, overseas squeeze - out risk has decreased, and approaching important domestic and Fed meetings led to profit - taking by funds, resulting in a slight correction of zinc prices. It is expected that zinc prices will fluctuate and adjust in the short term, awaiting macro guidance [3][4]. - Fundamentally, the focus is on overseas squeeze - out disturbances. The domestic fundamentals remain weak, with stable zinc ore production, rising processing fees, high production loads of refined zinc smelters, and slow inventory accumulation [4]. Group 3: Summary by Directory 1. Transaction Data - The price of SHFE zinc rose from 22,295 yuan/ton on July 18th to 22,885 yuan/ton on July 25th, an increase of 590 yuan/ton. The price of LME zinc rose from 2,824 dollars/ton to 2,829 dollars/ton, an increase of 5 dollars/ton. The Shanghai - London ratio increased from 7.89 to 8.09, an increase of 0.19 [5]. - As of July 25th, LME zinc inventory decreased by 3,325 tons to 115,775 tons, while SHFE inventory increased by 4,789 tons to 59,419 tons. As of July 24th, social inventory increased by 0.47 million tons to 9.83 million tons [5][7]. 2. Market Review - The main contract of Shanghai zinc ZN2509 rebounded strongly and then adjusted slightly, closing at 22,885 yuan/ton, a weekly increase of 2.65%. LME zinc broke through the 2,800 dollars/ton level, then its upward trend slowed down, closing at 2,829 dollars/ton, a weekly increase of 0.18% [6]. - In the spot market, zinc price rebounds led to weakened downstream purchasing power, and spot premiums remained weak. There was inventory accumulation in Shanghai, Guangdong, and Tianjin due to normal arrivals and low downstream purchasing enthusiasm [7]. - In the macro - aspect, the US manufacturing PMI fell into contraction, but overall business activity expanded rapidly. The number of initial jobless claims in the US decreased for the sixth consecutive week, and the number of continuing jobless claims remained at a high level since 2021. The European Central Bank maintained interest rates unchanged, and the September interest - rate cut expectation dropped sharply [8][9]. 3. Industry News - In August, the average domestic zinc concentrate processing fee was 3,950 yuan/metal ton, a month - on - month increase of 100 yuan/metal ton; the average imported zinc concentrate processing fee was 55.97 dollars/dry ton, a month - on - month increase of 10.65 dollars/dry ton [12]. - Glencore will sell its Lady Loretta zinc mine and related land, and its zinc mine operation will shut down at the end of 2025, which may cause a 1/3 reduction in Mount Isa's lead - zinc concentrate production [12]. - Teck Resources' Dog mine shipping season started on July 11th, and the quarterly Red Dog zinc concentrate sales volume was 3.51 [12]. - MMG's zinc ore production in the second quarter of 2025 was 56,200 tons, a year - on - year increase of 12%. South 32's zinc concentrate production in the second quarter of 2025 was 10,600 tons, a quarter - on - quarter decrease of 3% and a year - on - year decrease of 39% [13]. - In June, the imported zinc concentrate was 330,000 tons, a month - on - month decrease of 32.87% and a year - on - year increase of 22.42%. The cumulative imported zinc concentrate from January to June was 2.5339 million tons, a cumulative year - on - year increase of 47.74%. The imported refined zinc in June was 36,000 tons, a month - on - month increase of 35% and a year - on - year increase of 3.24%. The cumulative imported refined zinc from January to June was 192,000 tons, a cumulative year - on - year decrease of 13.53%. The exported galvanized sheet in June was 1.1312 million tons, and the cumulative exported galvanized sheet from January to June was 6.9232 million tons, a cumulative year - on - year increase of 12.23%. The exported die - cast zinc alloy in June was 622.15 tons, a month - on - month increase of 268.8%, and the cumulative exported die - cast zinc alloy from January to June was 2,979.8 tons, a cumulative year - on - year increase of 34.06% [13]. 4. Related Charts - The report includes charts on the price trends of SHFE zinc and LME zinc, internal - external price ratios, spot premiums and discounts, inventory levels, zinc ore processing fees, zinc ore import profits and losses, refined zinc production, refined zinc net imports, and downstream enterprise operating rates [15][18][21]

Summary of Key Points from the Conference Call Industry and Company Involvement - The discussion primarily revolves around the **chemical**, **metals**, **mining**, **steel**, and **cement** industries, particularly in the context of **China's anti-involution policy** and its implications for **European cyclical sectors** [1][2][6]. Core Insights and Arguments - **Chemical Industry Impact**: China's significant increase in petrochemical capacity, with **28 million tons of ethylene capacity** added in the last five years against a global demand of **19.5 million tons**, has led to a severe slump in the chemical industry, the worst in **40 years**. An additional **30 million tons of ethylene** capacity is expected to come online in the next five years, potentially extending the slump into the **2030s** [2][6]. - **Capacity Closures**: China's actions have forced closures of approximately **4.5 million tons** (about **20%** in Europe) of capacity elsewhere, but limited closures have occurred within China despite poor sector economics. Significant closures of older, non-economic plants in China could positively impact European petrochemical companies [2][6]. - **Coal and Chemical Production**: The potential for capacity rationalization in the coal industry could increase coal prices in China, raising production costs for chemicals and making European production more competitive. However, there is currently no evidence of mandated production cuts in the chemical value chains by the Chinese government [2][6]. - **Metals and Mining Sector**: Companies with exposure to iron ore, copper, and coal are expected to benefit from potential price increases. Key European companies like **Rio Tinto**, **Glencore**, and **Antofagasta** are highlighted as having significant exposure. The European metals and mining sector has underperformed the MSCI Europe index by approximately **60%** since January 2023, indicating potential for significant outperformance in **2025/26** [2][6]. - **Cement Industry Developments**: The China Cement Association has mandated production cuts for enterprises exceeding recorded capacity to combat low-price competition, which is expected to positively impact the sector. Companies like **Holcim** and **Heidelberg Cement** are noted for their higher exposure due to local joint ventures [2][6]. Additional Important Insights - **Seasonal Slowdown**: China's steel production is showing signs of a controlled slowdown, with expectations of a seasonal decline in the second half of **2025** [2][6]. - **Naphtha Import Quota**: China has approved a naphtha import quota for **2025** that is nearly double that of **2024**, indicating planned expansions in capacity with five new crackers set to start in the second half of **2025** [2][6]. - **Diverse Chemical Products**: The chemical industry comprises thousands of different products, complicating regulatory efforts compared to more singular product sectors like solar polysilicon, steel, or coal [2][6]. This summary encapsulates the critical insights and implications discussed in the conference call, focusing on the potential impacts of China's policies on various sectors and the opportunities for European companies.

Report Summary 1. Industry Investment Rating No industry investment rating is provided in the report. 2. Core Viewpoints - The domestic copper smelter's maintenance capacity in July may decrease month - on - month, and the domestic electrolytic copper social inventory has begun to decline [1]. - The passage of the stablecoin - related bill in the US and the increased probability of the Fed's rate cut in September, along with disruptions in overseas copper mine production or transportation and a decline in domestic electrolytic copper social inventory, may lead to price adjustments in copper. It is recommended that investors wait and see, paying attention to specific support and pressure levels for different copper markets [3]. 3. Section Summaries Macro - The US House of Representatives passed a stablecoin - related bill and allowed pension funds to invest in assets such as gold and digital currencies. The import tariff pushed up commodity prices, and the US June consumer price index (CPI) annual rate increased. The initial jobless claims were 227,000, better than expected and the previous value. Due to the Trump administration's pressure on Powell for a rate cut, the probability of a Fed rate cut in September increased while that in December decreased [3]. Upstream - The Chinese copper concentrate import index rose compared to last week. The out - port (in - port, inventory) volume of copper concentrate at ports in the world (China) decreased (decreased, increased) last week. High - quality European scrap copper exports were restricted, and domestic importers could only buy copper scrap or brass. Concerns about Sino - US reciprocal tariffs led to low direct imports of US scrap copper. The price difference between domestic electrolytic copper and scrap copper reduced the economic viability of scrap copper. The opening of the copper import window and transit supplies from countries like Japan, South Korea, and Thailand may lead to a month - on - month decrease (increase) in domestic scrap copper production (import) in July, with a change in supply - demand expectations. Tight raw material supply made traders hold back goods. Some copper plants and smelters have suspended production due to supply shortages. Multiple domestic copper production projects may increase the domestic electrolytic copper production in July, while the closed import window may limit imports, leading to an increase in the bonded - area inventory, a decrease in the social inventory, and an increase in the futures exchange inventory. Some international traders are still transporting about 500 million tons of copper to US ports, increasing the COMEX copper inventory [3]. Downstream - The daily processing fee for refined copper rods for power and cable wrapping in East China increased compared to last week. New downstream orders decreased, leading to weaker demand. The capacity utilization rate of refined copper rods (recycled copper rods) increased (increased) compared to last week. The raw material (finished product) inventory of refined copper rod enterprises increased (decreased) compared to last week, while that of recycled copper rod enterprises decreased (increased). The capacity utilization rate of copper wire and cable increased, and the raw material (finished product) inventory of copper wire and cable enterprises increased (decreased). The order volume (capacity utilization rate) of copper cable wrapping decreased (decreased), and the inventory days of raw materials (finished products) for cable - wrapping enterprises decreased (decreased). The capacity utilization rate (production volume) of copper plate and strip increased (increased), and the inventory days of raw materials (finished products) for copper plate and strip enterprises decreased (decreased). The capacity utilization rate of copper pipes decreased, and the inventory days of raw materials (finished products) for copper pipe enterprises decreased. The capacity utilization rate of brass rods increased, and the inventory days of raw materials (finished products) for brass rod enterprises decreased. The easing of Sino - US reciprocal tariffs and the arrival of the traditional consumption off - season may lead to a month - on - month decline in the capacity utilization rate (production volume, import volume, export volume) of domestic steel enterprises in July. Specifically, the capacity utilization rate of some copper - related industries may decline, while that of copper foil may increase [3]. Market Data - For the Shanghai copper futures active contract on July 24, 2025: the closing price was 79,890, the trading volume was 161,652 lots, the open interest was 181,496 lots, the inventory was 16,183 tons, and the SMM 1 electrolytic copper average price was 79,795. The Shanghai copper basis or spot premium/discount and various spreads also had corresponding changes compared to previous days [2]. - For London copper on July 24, 2025: the LME3 July copper futures closing price (electronic trading) was 9,854.5, and there were changes in registration and cancellation of total warehouse - receipt inventory and contract spreads [2]. - For COMEX copper on July 24, 2025: the closing price of the active copper futures contract was 5.826, and the total inventory was 247,859 [2]. News Events - An accident occurred in the underground operation area of the Red Chris mine in Canada, leaving three workers trapped. Glencore has suspended the mine's operation. Glencore will close its Mount Isa copper mine in Queensland, Australia, next week, which was first announced in October 2023 [2].