1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Views of the Report - Copper: Overnight LME copper prices fluctuated higher, while domestic prices rose slightly, with a continued loss in domestic refined copper spot imports. Due to the US government shutdown, uncertainties in Sino - US trade, and potential risks in overseas financial markets, the copper market is cautious. Copper prices are likely to remain range - bound in the short term, and attention should be paid to macro - economic developments and the market's reaction to Fed rate cuts [1]. - Aluminum: Alumina oscillated weakly, while electrolytic aluminum and aluminum alloy showed a strong trend. Alumina has weak support at the bottom and is recommended to short on rallies. Electrolytic aluminum is driven by both macro and micro factors, with strong overall momentum, and can be bought on dips. Scrap aluminum remains tight, and aluminum alloy is relatively more resilient than electrolytic aluminum [1][2]. - Nickel: LME nickel fell, while SHFE nickel rose slightly. The pressure on primary nickel inventory is increasing, and nickel prices are expected to fluctuate widely. Attention should be paid to inventory changes and macro - economic disturbances [2]. 3. Summary According to Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Research Views - **Copper**: Overnight LME copper prices rose, and domestic prices increased slightly. The US government shutdown, uncertainties in Sino - US trade, and potential risks in overseas financial markets make the copper market cautious. Copper prices will likely oscillate within the current range in the short term. LME inventory decreased by 300 tons to 136,850 tons, Comex inventory increased by 521 tons to 314,341 tons, SHFE copper warrants decreased by 1,125 tons to 36,553 tons, and BC copper remained at 12,965 tons [1]. - **Aluminum**: Alumina oscillated weakly, with AO2601 closing at 2,814 yuan/ton, a 0.32% decline. Electrolytic aluminum and aluminum alloy showed a strong trend. Alumina's supply is in surplus, and it is recommended to short on rallies. Electrolytic aluminum has strong driving forces and can be bought on dips. Scrap aluminum is in short supply, and aluminum alloy is relatively more resilient [1][2]. - **Nickel**: LME nickel fell 0.46% to 15,140 US dollars/ton, and SHFE nickel rose 0.03% to 121,190 yuan/ton. LME inventory increased by 402 tons to 250,878 tons, and domestic SHFE warrants decreased by 73 tons to 26,953 tons. The nickel - iron stainless - steel industry chain is stable, and the new energy industry chain has a tight raw material supply. Primary nickel inventory pressure is increasing, and nickel prices will fluctuate widely [2]. 3.2 Daily Data Monitoring - **Copper**: The price of flat - water copper decreased by 770 yuan/ton to 84,935 yuan/ton, and the premium decreased by 15 yuan/ton. SHFE copper warrants decreased by 1,125 tons to 36,553 tons, and social inventory (domestic + bonded area) increased by 1.3 million tons to 27.5 million tons [3]. - **Lead**: The average price of 1 lead remained unchanged at 17,080 yuan/ton. SHFE lead warrants decreased by 3,156 tons to 24,977 tons, and weekly inventory increased by 1,785 tons to 41,701 tons [3]. - **Aluminum**: The price of aluminum in Wuxi decreased by 10 yuan/ton to 20,960 yuan/ton, and the price in Nanhai increased by 20 yuan/ton to 20,890 yuan/ton. SHFE aluminum warrants decreased by 2,127 tons to 67,270 tons, and social inventory of electrolytic aluminum decreased by 0.2 million tons to 62.5 million tons [4]. - **Nickel**: The price of Jinchuan nickel decreased by 400 yuan/ton to 123,350 yuan/ton. SHFE nickel warrants decreased by 73 tons to 26,953 tons, and social inventory increased by 4,014 tons to 47,708 tons [4]. - **Zinc**: The main settlement price increased by 0.1% to 21,990 yuan/ton. SHFE zinc inventory increased by 793 tons to 6,268 tons, and social inventory increased by 0.73 million tons to 16.29 million tons [6]. - **Tin**: The main settlement price increased by 0.1% to 280,940 yuan/ton. SHFE tin inventory decreased by 188 tons to 5,691 tons [6]. 3.3 Chart Analysis - **Spot Premium**: The report provides historical data charts of spot premiums for copper, aluminum, nickel, zinc, lead, and tin from 2019 - 2025 [8][10][11]. - **SHFE Near - Far Month Spread**: It shows historical data charts of the spread between the first and second - month contracts for copper, aluminum, nickel, zinc, lead, and tin from 2020 - 2025 [15][20][21]. - **LME Inventory**: Presents historical data charts of LME inventories for copper, aluminum, nickel, zinc, lead, and tin from 2019 - 2025 [23][25][27]. - **SHFE Inventory**: Displays historical data charts of SHFE inventories for copper, aluminum, nickel, zinc, lead, and tin from 2019 - 2025 [29][31][33]. - **Social Inventory**: Provides historical data charts of social inventories for copper, aluminum, nickel, zinc, stainless steel, and 300 - series stainless steel from 2019 - 2025 [35][37][39]. - **Smelting Profit**: Includes historical data charts of copper concentrate index, rough copper processing fee, aluminum smelting profit, nickel - iron smelting cost, zinc smelting profit, and stainless steel 304 smelting profit margin from 2019 - 2025 [42][44][47]. 3.4 Team Introduction - The research team consists of Zhan Dapeng, Wang Heng, and Zhu Xi. Zhan Dapeng is the director of non - ferrous research at Everbright Futures Research Institute, with extensive experience in commodity research. Wang Heng focuses on aluminum - silicon research, and Zhu Xi focuses on lithium - nickel research [50][51].

Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. Core Viewpoints of the Report - Overseas: Focus on Trump's new tariff threats and potential US government shutdown. There's a risk of conflict escalation before the APEC meeting at the end of October, and a shutdown over 30 days could raise recession risks [6]. - Domestic: Enter the "15th Five - Year Plan" focus period and track incremental policies. The 4th Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee will discuss the plan, and the progress and effectiveness of a 500 - billion new policy - based financial tool are worth following [6]. - Asset Allocation: There's a risk of increased volatility in global major assets this week. Maintain a strategic allocation of precious metals like gold, be cautious about risk assets in the short - term, and hold the view of equities > commodities > bonds in the fourth - quarter mid - term [6]. Summary by Related Catalogs 1. Macro Highlights - Overseas Macro: Pay attention to Trump's new tariff threats and US government shutdown. There's a risk of conflict escalation before the APEC meeting, and a long - term shutdown may increase recession risks [6]. - Domestic Macro: Enter the "15th Five - Year Plan" focus period and track incremental policies. The 4th Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee will discuss the plan, and the progress of a 500 - billion new policy - based financial tool is worth following [6]. - Asset View: Global major assets may have increased volatility this week. Suggest maintaining a strategic allocation of precious metals, being cautious about risk assets in the short - term, and holding the view of equities > commodities > bonds in the fourth - quarter mid - term [6]. 2. Viewpoint Highlights Financial - Stock Index Futures: Catalyzed by tech events, the growth style is active. May experience a volatile rise with the concern of overcrowded small - cap funds [7]. - Stock Index Options: Market turnover slightly declined. Expected to be volatile due to concerns about insufficient option market liquidity [7]. - Treasury Bond Futures: The bond market remains weak. Expected to be volatile with concerns about policy, fundamental repair, and tariff factors [7]. Precious Metals - Gold/Silver: Driven by dovish expectations, prices are rising. Expected to rise with volatility, with attention on US fundamentals, Fed policy, and global equity market trends [7]. Shipping - Container Shipping to Europe: The peak season in the third quarter has passed, and there's no upward drive. Expected to be volatile, focusing on the rate of freight decline in September [7]. Black Building Materials - Steel: There's pressure on the fundamentals, and cost support is weakening. Expected to be volatile, focusing on special bond issuance, steel exports, and iron - water production [7]. - Iron Ore: Frequent macro disturbances have weakened market sentiment. Expected to be volatile, focusing on overseas mine production, domestic iron - water production, and policy [7]. - Coke: The fundamentals have little change, and the market is volatile. Expected to be volatile, focusing on steel production, coking costs, and macro sentiment [7]. - Coking Coal: Most auctions showed price increases, and Mongolian coal customs clearance was briefly affected. Expected to be volatile, focusing on steel production, coal mine safety inspections, and macro sentiment [7]. Non - ferrous Metals and New Materials - Copper: Trade frictions have caused a short - term decline in copper prices. Expected to be volatile, with concerns about supply disruptions, domestic policies, and Fed policy [7]. - Aluminum: Pay attention to consumption changes, and aluminum prices are high and volatile. Expected to rise with volatility, with concerns about macro risks, supply disruptions, and demand [7]. Energy and Chemicals - Crude Oil: Affected by macro disturbances, the fundamentals are under pressure. Expected to decline with volatility, focusing on OPEC+ policies and Middle - East geopolitics [9]. - LPG: Supply is excessive, and low valuations are hard to change. Expected to decline with volatility, focusing on cost factors [9]. - Methanol: Affected by olefins and high inventory, prices are falling. Expected to be volatile, focusing on macro - energy and upstream - downstream device dynamics [9]. Agriculture - Oils and Fats: Expected to continue to be volatile, waiting for further information. Focus on US soybean weather and Malaysian palm oil production - demand data [9]. - Protein Meal: The market remains in low - level volatility. Focus on Sino - US trade relations [9]. - Corn/Starch: Market sentiment is boosted by government - guided purchases, and the price rebounds. Expected to be volatile, focusing on demand, macro factors, and weather [9].

1. Report Industry Investment Ratings - The report does not explicitly provide an overall industry investment rating. However, it gives individual outlooks for different agricultural products, including "oscillating" for some and "oscillating weakly" for others [5][6][7][8][9][11][13][14][15][17][18][20] 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - The report analyzes various agricultural products. Overall, the market shows a mixed trend with some products facing downward pressure while others are in a state of oscillation. The macro - environment, supply - demand relationship, and policy factors all have an impact on the market [1][5][6][7][8][9][11][13][14][15][17][18][20] 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Market Outlook for Each Product - **Oils and Fats**: Concerned about the effectiveness of the lower technical support. Due to the pessimistic outlook for US soybean export demand, the market is in an oscillating and downward - adjusting state. Palm oil may continue to accumulate inventory, while domestic soybean oil inventory may peak and decline, and rapeseed oil inventory may continue to decrease. Overall, the oils and fats market may continue to oscillate and consolidate [5] - **Protein Meal**: The sentiment boost is limited, and the market continues to oscillate at a low level. US soybeans are facing challenges in exports, and the domestic supply pressure is large in the short - term, but the demand may increase steadily in the long - term [5][6] - **Corn/Starch**: With the new grain selling pressure coming, the spot price drives the futures price to decline significantly. In the short - term, the market needs to deal with the new grain listing pressure, and in the long - term, it may show a pattern of short - term bearish and long - term bullish [6][7] - **Pigs**: The planned slaughter volume in October increases, and the pig price is under pressure. In the short - term, the supply pressure increases, and in the long - term, if the capacity reduction is implemented, the supply pressure may ease in the second half of 2026 [8] - **Natural Rubber**: The negative factors have not been realized, but the market sentiment remains weak. The futures price may have over - declined due to sentiment. NR may show a relatively strong performance in the near - term. In the short - term, it can be considered from a long - bias perspective of oversold rebound, but the increase range is limited [1][9][11] - **Synthetic Rubber**: The raw material has weakened significantly, and the futures price has dropped sharply. The high production volume and high inventory are the main pressures, and the market is expected to oscillate at the bottom [13] - **Cotton**: The decline of cotton price has slowed down, and attention should be paid to the purchase price. Based on the expected increase in production, the cotton price is expected to oscillate weakly. It is recommended to adopt a short - on - rebound strategy [14] - **Sugar**: Both domestic and international sugar prices have weakened. In the medium - and long - term, the sugar market is expected to be in a bearish pattern due to the expected increase in global supply [15] - **Pulp**: The game of the virtual - to - real ratio may lead to intraday fluctuations, but the effectiveness needs to be observed. The high supply and the issue of birch pulp warehouse receipts are the main downward drivers [17] - **Double - Glued Paper**: The spot price is stable, and the futures price oscillates. The market supply and demand are in a loose pattern, and the price may decline slightly after the festival [18] - **Logs**: The peak season is not prosperous, and the logs oscillate weakly. The weak demand and high inventory are the main factors affecting the market [20] 3.2 Variety Data Monitoring - The report mentions the data monitoring of various varieties, including oils and fats, corn, starch, pigs, cotton, sugar, pulp, double - glued paper, and logs, but does not provide specific data analysis content [22][54][67][113][126][140][163] 3.3 Rating Standards - The report provides rating standards, including "strong", "oscillating strongly", "oscillating", "oscillating weakly", "weakly", with a time cycle of 2 - 12 weeks and a standard deviation calculation method [175]

Report Summary 1. Report Industry Investment Rating No information provided in the report. 2. Core Viewpoints - During the two trading days before and after the double festivals (2025.09.29 - 2025.10.10), the market once reached a new high, with upstream resource products leading the rise, and lithium batteries, steel, and military industries taking turns to perform. However, the capital support for the pre - holiday rebound was weaker than before, and the market quickly declined on Friday after a brief post - holiday rebound. Some funds saw the decline as an opportunity to increase positions [11]. - The resurgence of the tariff issue is a continuation of the global tariff war since April. Although the current valuation of the equity market is significantly higher than in April, China's "double - loose" policy is clear, and investors have more experience in dealing with such situations [11]. - The market under the current friction may mainly involve profit - taking of the booming assets since the third quarter. If a style switch occurs, the market's development path depends on specific triggering factors [13]. - The essence of the current upstream resource stock market represented by non - ferrous metals is the switch of the valuation logic of resource stocks from the cycle to DCF with higher cash - flow visibility under the background of supply constraints and geopolitical instability. This logic will continue as long as commodity prices do not continuously decline [4][13]. 3. Summary by Directory 3.1 Weekly Market Observation - **Equity Market Review and Observation** - From 2025.09.29 to 2025.10.10, the market reached a new high, with upstream resource products leading. The pre - holiday rebound lacked capital support, and the market declined on Friday after a brief post - holiday rebound. When the market tumbled last Friday, there were net purchases of CSI 300, ChiNext, and STAR Market ETFs [11]. - On the evening of October 10, 2025, Trump threatened to impose a 100% tariff on China and cancel the APEC meeting between Chinese and US leaders, causing a sharp decline in risk assets. This trade conflict is a continuation of the global tariff war since April, and the conflict may escalate and spread to other fields [11]. - The current valuation of the equity market is higher than in April, but China's "double - loose" policy is clear, and investors have more experience in dealing with such situations [11]. - In the third quarter, the market's structural market was extreme, with technology innovation sectors rising significantly and pro - cyclical assets performing poorly. The market's ability to continue to rise depends on whether high - valuation hot sectors can maintain their upward momentum and whether low - valuation traditional pro - cyclical sectors can improve their fundamentals [12]. - The market under the current friction may mainly involve profit - taking of booming assets. If a style switch occurs, the development path depends on specific factors such as economic policies, the slowdown of booming industries, or geopolitical factors [13]. - The demand for energy metals is increasing, and the supply of strategic minor metals is restricted by anti - globalization. The valuation logic of upstream resource stocks represented by non - ferrous metals has switched from the cycle to DCF, and this logic will continue as long as commodity prices do not continuously decline [13]. 3.2 Active Equity Fund Index Performance Tracking - **Performance Statistics** - From 2025.10.09 to 2025.10.10, the Active Stock Fund Preferred Index fell 1.63%, the Value Stock Fund Preferred Index fell 0.09%, the Balanced Stock Fund Preferred Index fell 2.13%, the Growth Stock Fund Preferred Index fell 2.63%, the Pharmaceutical Stock Fund Preferred Index fell 2.66%, the Consumption Stock Fund Preferred Index fell 0.93%, the Technology Stock Fund Preferred Index fell 2.63%, the High - end Manufacturing Stock Fund Preferred Index fell 4.56%, and the Cyclical Stock Fund Preferred Index fell 1.42% [6][14]. - Since its establishment, the Active Stock Fund Preferred Index has recorded an excess return of 13.38%, the Value Stock Fund Preferred Index 4.80%, the Balanced Stock Fund Preferred Index 8.75%, the Growth Stock Fund Preferred Index 13.56%, the Pharmaceutical Stock Fund Preferred Index 19.67%, the Consumption Stock Fund Preferred Index 23.42%, the Technology Stock Fund Preferred Index 20.72%, the High - end Manufacturing Stock Fund Preferred Index - 5.99%, and the Cyclical Stock Fund Preferred Index - 1.99% [6]. - **Index Positioning and Benchmarks** - **Active Stock Fund Preferred Index**: 15 funds are selected each period and equally weighted. The core positions select active equity funds based on performance competitiveness and style stability, and the style distribution is balanced according to the CSI Active Stock Fund Index. The performance benchmark is the Active Stock Index (930980.CSI) [15]. - **Value Stock Fund Preferred Index**: It includes deep - value and quality - value styles. 10 funds of deep - value, quality - value, and balanced - value styles are selected to form the index. The performance benchmark is the CSI 800 Value Index (H30356.CSI) [17][18]. - **Balanced Stock Fund Preferred Index**: Balanced - style fund managers balance the valuation and growth of individual stocks. 10 funds of relatively balanced and value - growth styles are selected to form the index. The performance benchmark is the CSI 800 (000906.SH) [21]. - **Growth Stock Fund Preferred Index**: It aims to capture the performance and valuation double - click opportunities of high - growth companies. 10 funds of active - growth, quality - growth, and balanced - growth styles are selected to form the index. The performance benchmark is the 800 Growth Index (H30355.CSI) [23][24]. - **Pharmaceutical Stock Fund Preferred Index**: Funds are selected based on the intersection market value of their equity holdings and the representative index (CITIC Pharmaceutical). 15 funds are selected to form the index. The performance benchmark is the Pharmaceutical Theme Fund Index (fitted by Huabao Fund Research Platform) [26]. - **Consumption Stock Fund Preferred Index**: Funds are selected based on the intersection market value of their equity holdings and representative indices (CITIC Automobile, Home Appliances, etc.). 10 funds are selected to form the index. The performance benchmark is the Consumption Theme Fund Index (fitted by Huabao Fund Research Platform) [26][29]. - **Technology Stock Fund Preferred Index**: Funds are selected based on the intersection market value of their equity holdings and representative indices (CITIC Electronics, Communication, etc.). 10 funds are selected to form the index. The performance benchmark is the Technology Theme Fund Index (fitted by Huabao Fund Research Platform) [29]. - **High - end Manufacturing Stock Fund Preferred Index**: Funds are selected based on the intersection market value of their equity holdings and representative indices (CITIC Construction, Light Industry Manufacturing, etc.). 10 funds are selected to form the index. The performance benchmark is the High - end Manufacturing Theme Fund Index (fitted by Huabao Fund Research Platform) [32]. - **Cyclical Stock Fund Preferred Index**: Funds are selected based on the intersection market value of their equity holdings and representative indices (CITIC Petroleum and Petrochemical, Coal, etc.). 5 funds are selected to form the index. The performance benchmark is the Cyclical Theme Fund Index (fitted by Huabao Fund Research Platform) [32][33].

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Views - The bond market may see a downward trend in the fourth quarter, but a cautious and optimistic attitude is recommended. The market has a foundation for a slow decline, with more rational pricing and stable allocation demand. The recent tariff shock is a "one - time" pricing behavior, and if the tariff policy fluctuates, long - duration assets may face callback risks. It's advisable to track the arrangement of the Sino - US summit to judge the implementation possibility of the tariff policy [2][90]. - The tariff and technology control may have limited impact on the domestic capital market. The potential "cancellation" or "reduction" of tariffs makes it difficult to immediately price the long - term impact on the fundamentals. The market is unlikely to repeat the extreme situation in April [4]. - In terms of investment strategy, the portfolio duration should be set at a medium - to - long level. High - quality coupon assets are recommended as the bottom - position, and opportunities in 2 - year AA -/AA - grade credit bonds and 10 - year local bonds can be explored. For trading, medium - duration varieties such as secondary perpetual bonds with large previous declines can be focused on [2][90]. 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Important Matters - In October, the central bank did not conduct treasury bond trading operations [7]. - On October 9, the Shanghai Composite Index broke through 3900 points for the first time in 10 years, which may signal a slow - bull market in the equity market and put upward pressure on the bond market [8]. - The fourth - quarter treasury bond issuance plan was announced. Treasury bond issuance, especially ultra - long - term bonds, may enter a seasonal off - peak. The 30 - year ultra - long - term special treasury bond will no longer be renewed, and 2500002 has an advantage in becoming the active bond [11]. - On October 10, 2025, Trump announced an additional 100% tariff on Chinese goods and export controls on key software, which will take effect on November 1, 2025, increasing the uncertainty of the Sino - US summit [15]. 3.2 Money Market - From October 9 to 11, 2025, the central bank's net reverse - repurchase investment was - 15263 billion yuan. The liquidity in the inter - bank market was loose after the cross - quarter. The net financing of inter - bank certificates of deposit (NCDs) was positive, and the yields of NCDs declined [16][17]. - In the primary market, the total issuance scale of NCDs last week was 215.97 billion yuan, with a net financing of 81.02 billion yuan. The issuance scale of city commercial banks was the largest, but the net financing was negative. The issuance interest rates of NCDs increased compared with the previous week [26][28][30]. - In the secondary market, the yields of NCDs of all maturities decreased. The yield of AAA - rated 1 - month NCDs decreased by 17.96BP to 1.45%, and the 1Y - 3M spread was at the 56.98% quantile [32]. 3.3 Bond Market - In the first week after the holiday, treasury bonds were the main source of interest - rate bond supply. The total issuance of interest - rate bonds was 14, with an actual issuance of 286.864 billion yuan and a net financing of 215.998 billion yuan [34][41]. - In the primary market, from January to October, the net financing of local government bonds was faster than that of treasury bonds. As of October 11, 2025, the cumulative net financing of treasury bonds was about 5.58 trillion yuan, and that of local bonds was about 6.15 trillion yuan [34]. - In the secondary market, from Thursday to Friday last week, the yield of 10 - year treasury bonds decreased, and the 10 - 1 - year term spread was compressed. After Trump announced the tariff increase, the bond market declined significantly. The liquidity premium of active and sub - active bonds of 10 - year treasury bonds and 10 - year policy - bank bonds changed differently [34][46]. - The term spread of 10 - 1 - year treasury bonds was compressed to 47.19BP, and the 30 - 1 - year term spread widened. The long - and ultra - long - term spreads between local and national bonds changed differently [57][59]. 3.4 Institutional Behavior Tracking - The 20 - day moving average of the daily trading volume of inter - bank pledged repurchase in the first week after the holiday was 7.53 trillion yuan, and the leveraged trading scale recovered after the holiday [62][68]. - In the cash - bond market, state - owned banks weakened their bond - buying, rural commercial banks significantly increased their purchases, especially of long - term local bonds and 5 - 10 - year policy - bank bonds. Securities firms and funds were also important buyers, while insurance companies were net sellers, especially of long - term treasury bonds [62][70]. - The current average cost of major trading players adding 10 - year treasury bonds is around 1.87% [74]. - Considering capital occupation and tax costs, commercial banks and insurance companies can obtain relatively higher returns by investing in local bonds [82]. 3.5 High - Frequency Data Tracking - Last week, the settlement price of rebar futures decreased by 0.10% compared with before the holiday, the wire rod futures price was flat, the cathode copper futures price increased by 3.39%, the cement price index increased by 0.45%, and the Nanhua Glass Index increased by 0.66%. The CCFI index was flat, and the BDI index decreased by 9.89% [85]. - In terms of food prices, the pork wholesale price decreased by 3.47%, and the vegetable wholesale price decreased by 2.99%. The settlement prices of Brent and WTI crude oil futures decreased by 1.15% and 1.38% respectively. The central parity rate of the US dollar against the RMB was 7.11 [85].

Core Insights - The report from Zhongtai Securities indicates that most bond varieties experienced a pullback in September, with long-term interest rates declining more than short-term rates, leading to a steeper yield curve [2] - The A-share market's adjustment space is expected to be limited, influenced by strong AI industry trends and familiarity with investment models, despite approaching a critical psychological level near 4000 points [6] Group 1: Bond Market Dynamics - In September, the behavior of institutions showed a trend of "killing fund-heavy bonds," with long-term bonds experiencing greater declines compared to short-term ones, resulting in a widening of the yield curve [2] - The long-end credit spreads, particularly for 5-7 year bonds, widened significantly, indicating a shift in fund preferences towards shorter maturities and specific bond types [2] - The current market shows that funds are accelerating their selling of bonds, particularly focusing on long-term bonds, while still maintaining some presence in active long-term bonds [2] Group 2: Inflation and Economic Recovery - Despite weakening commodity demand, inflation expectations remain strong, with projections indicating that core CPI could reach 1.6% year-on-year by March next year [3] - The tourism sector has shown significant recovery, with travel numbers and spending surpassing pre-pandemic levels, indicating a broader economic recovery since 2022 [3] Group 3: Market Outlook and Institutional Behavior - The fourth quarter outlook for the bond market suggests a focus on price comparisons and institutional behavior, with a notable return of the 30-year bond's comparative advantage over mortgage rates [4] - Insurance companies are expected to have weaker bond allocation growth compared to previous years due to limited premium growth and low bond yield attractiveness [5] - The recent tariff-related market movements have shown less volatility compared to earlier in the year, indicating a more cautious trading environment [6]

Group 1 - Gold prices continued to rise, reaching a new historical high, with London spot gold closing at $3,759 per ounce (up 2.0% week-on-week) and domestic AU9999 gold at 853 yuan per gram (up 3.3% week-on-week) [1] - The U.S. announced a new round of high tariffs on various imported products, including a 100% tariff on pharmaceutical products, 50% on kitchen cabinets, 30% on imported furniture, and 25% on heavy trucks, indicating ongoing trade protectionism [1] - U.S. inflation remains stable, with August core PCE at 2.9% year-on-year, aligning with expectations, which may support the Federal Reserve's continued interest rate cuts [1] Group 2 - The resumption of interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve in September may enhance the investment value of gold, alongside uncertainties from tariffs, U.S. debt credit risks, and concerns over the Fed's independence, contributing to a downward trend for the dollar [1] - Central bank gold purchases are expected to continue, indicating that gold is on a path towards a new cycle of investment [1] Group 3 - Key signals to watch for the upcoming week regarding gold ETFs include the U.S. employment data for September [2]

Group 1 - The core concern is whether the weakness in the employment report reflects a decrease in labor demand or a labor shortage, or possibly both [2] - The uncertainty caused by the "tariff turmoil" since April may have led many employers to delay hiring plans, but this uncertainty should have decreased now, suggesting that hiring activities should resume [2] - The labor supply has stopped growing due to the Trump administration's effective border closure and ongoing deportation actions, indicating that the Fed should pause rate cuts to avoid exacerbating labor shortages and increasing inflation [2][4] Group 2 - The July non-farm payroll report showed weakness, and the duration of unemployment has been steadily increasing, making a case for the Fed's easing policy [4] - Initial claims for unemployment benefits remain low, indicating a low layoff rate, while the number of individuals receiving unemployment benefits has been rising, confirming that the duration of unemployment is lengthening [5][6] - The decision on whether the Fed will cut rates in September largely depends on the CPI inflation reports for July and August, with expectations that these data will show an increase due to tariffs [8][9]

Group 1: Investment Rating - Not mentioned in the report Group 2: Core Views - The macro - situation shows that the US tariff policies cause disruptions in supply chains, labor data weakens, and the risk of stagflation rises. The market's expectation of the Fed's interest - rate cut in September is increasing, but the tariff policies may drag down global consumption growth. [3] - In terms of fundamentals, overseas climate disturbances have weakened, and the supply of nickel ore from the Philippines and Indonesia has increased. The nickel sulfate market is still hot, but the pure nickel market is cold, and the demand for stainless steel is limited. [3] - In the later stage, due to the repeated macro - expectations, nickel prices may fluctuate. There is a game between the increasing expectation of interest - rate cuts and the weakening demand. The industry remains relatively stable, but the demand in major consumption areas lacks growth expectations, and the fundamentals are weakly improved. [3] Group 3: Summary by Directory 1. Market Data - SHFE nickel price increased from 120,630 yuan/ton on August 4, 2025, to 121,180 yuan/ton on August 8, 2025, up 550 yuan/ton. LME nickel price rose from 15,066 dollars/ton to 15,156 dollars/ton, up 90 dollars/ton. [5] - LME nickel inventory increased by 3,150 tons to 212,232 tons, while SHFE nickel inventory decreased by 549 tons to 20,621 tons. [5] 2. Market Review - **Macro - level**: US labor market shows signs of weakness, and the risk of stagflation is discussed again. Trump's tariff policies continue, and trade disputes are hard to calm down. [6] - **Nickel ore**: The supply of nickel ore from the Philippines and Indonesia is increasing, but the price of nickel ore is relatively firm. There is a strong expectation of price reduction at the ore end. [6] - **Pure nickel**: Domestic monthly production capacity decreased slightly in July, but the smelter's production plan increased slightly. The export of domestic pure nickel decreased, and the inventory pressure increased. [7] - **Nickel iron**: The price of high - nickel pig iron increased. The production of nickel pig iron in China decreased slightly in July, and the import from Indonesia increased significantly. The inventory of nickel iron is at a high level, and the price of nickel iron is under pressure. [8][9] - **Nickel sulfate**: The price of nickel sulfate increased. The production of nickel sulfate and ternary materials increased in July, and the inventory of nickel sulfate decreased. [9] - **New energy**: The retail sales of new - energy vehicles in July decreased month - on - month, and the year - on - year growth rate dropped significantly. The price competition among car companies has improved, but the market demand is limited. [9] - **Inventory**: The total inventory of pure nickel in six locations decreased slightly, SHFE inventory decreased, and LME inventory increased. The total inventory of the two major exchanges increased. [10] 3. Industry News - Indonesia announced the benchmark price of nickel ore for domestic trade in August (Phase I), which increased by about 0.69% compared with July (Phase II). [12] - LME cancelled the decision to suspend the delivery of AMBATOVY nickel beans. [12] - In July 2025, the monthly nickel output of GEM's Indonesian nickel project exceeded 10,000 tons. [12] - The Indonesian government is promoting new regulations to encourage the transition from lithium - ion batteries to nickel - based batteries, and has cooperated with some enterprises. [12] - Medallion Metals acquired the 100% legal and beneficial rights and interests of the Forrestania nickel project. [12]

Core Viewpoint - The introduction of a 39% import tariff on Swiss goods, including gold bars, has created new pressures on US-Swiss trade relations and is expected to drive up gold prices [1][7]. Group 1: Tariff Implementation - The US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has classified one-kilogram and 100-ounce gold bars under a customs code that requires tariffs, contrary to previous expectations of exemption [1][2]. - The decision has led to an estimated additional tariff burden of $24 billion on Swiss gold exports to the US, based on $61.5 billion worth of gold exported in the past year [1]. Group 2: Industry Impact - The unexpected tariff has caused uncertainty in the Swiss refining industry, with some refiners temporarily reducing or halting gold shipments to the US [3]. - The new tariff regulations disrupt the established triangular gold trade route from London to New York via Switzerland, potentially forcing the market to seek more expensive or less efficient alternatives [4][5]. Group 3: Market Reactions - The tariff is likely to push up gold prices in New York, as it targets the essential gold bar specifications needed for inventory replenishment [6][7]. - Gold prices have already been on the rise, increasing by 27% since the end of 2024, reaching as high as $3,500 per ounce, driven by inflation concerns and US debt levels [7].