Report Summary 1) Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2) Core Viewpoints of the Report - Gold is expected to be strong in the short - term, with short - term, medium - term, and intraday trends being oscillatory, and intraday being oscillatory and bullish. The core logic is that Powell's dovish remarks at the Jackson Hole meeting have increased the expectation of interest rate cuts, which is beneficial to the gold price. However, the market's risk appetite has recovered, reducing the safe - haven demand for gold [1][3]. - Copper is expected to be strong in the short - term, with short - term trends being upward, medium - term and intraday trends being oscillatory, and intraday being oscillatory and bullish. The core logic is that overseas macro conditions have improved, China is approaching the peak season, and industry support has been enhanced [1][4]. 3) Summary by Related Catalogs Gold - **Price Trends**: After Powell's speech at the Jackson Hole meeting last Friday, the gold price oscillated and adjusted yesterday. The market is still pricing in a relatively high probability of two interest rate cuts within the year [3]. - **Core Logic**: Powell's dovish remarks at the Jackson Hole meeting increased the expectation of interest rate cuts, which is beneficial to the gold price. However, the recovery of the market's risk appetite has led to a continuous strong performance in the equity market, reducing the safe - haven demand for gold. Attention can be paid to the long - short game of New York gold at $3400 [1][3]. Copper - **Price Trends**: The intraday price of copper pulled up in the late session, with the main contract price approaching the 80,000 - yuan mark, and it maintained an oscillatory operation at night [4]. - **Core Logic**: At the macro level, Powell's dovish speech at the Jackson Hole meeting significantly increased the market's risk appetite, which is beneficial to the copper price. At the industrial level, China is approaching the peak season, the social inventory of electrolytic copper is decreasing (Mysteel's electrolytic copper social inventory on Monday was 120,000 tons, a decrease of 9,600 tons compared to last Thursday), and industry support is gradually strengthening. It is expected that the copper price will maintain a strong operation, and attention can be paid to the long - short game at the 80,000 - yuan mark [4].

Group 1 - The US dollar index increased by 0.72%, marking the largest single-day gain in nearly a month, which negatively impacted gold prices [1] - COMEX gold futures closed down 0.23% at $3410.7 per ounce, while the gold ETF Huaxia (518850) rose by 0.69%, with net inflows in 7 out of the last 10 trading days, totaling 190 million [1] - The SPDR Gold Trust, the world's largest gold ETF, reported a holding of 958.49 tons, an increase of 1.72 tons from the previous trading day [1] Group 2 - Market expectations for interest rate cuts may have already been priced in, with a high probability of two rate cuts within the year [1] - A rebound in market risk appetite has led to a strong performance in equity markets, resulting in decreased demand for gold as a safe-haven asset [1] - Continuous attention is advised on the $3400 level for gold, indicating a potential battle between bulls and bears [1]

1. Report Industry Investment Ratings No relevant content provided. 2. Core Views of the Report - A-shares continued their unilateral upward trend, with the liquor sector catching up, indicating market recognition of the market. Shanghai's real - estate policy adjustment sent a clear signal to support the real - estate market. The A - share trading volume reached 3.18 trillion yuan, the second - highest in history [2][23][26]. - In the bond market, although the expectation of loose monetary policy increased, caution was still recommended in the short term, and chasing high was not recommended [3][29]. - Steel prices oscillated. The increase in market risk appetite and strong coking coal prices supported steel prices, but there was still inventory accumulation pressure, limiting the upward movement [4][45]. - Zinc prices were expected to oscillate in the short term. Both domestic and overseas macro factors were positive, but the upward height of Shanghai zinc might be restricted by domestic fundamentals [5][74]. - PTA's short - term unilateral price was expected to be oscillating and slightly stronger. Considering the forced cancellation of 09 warehouse receipts, a 10 - 1 long - short spread strategy could be attempted at low levels [6][84]. 3. Summary According to the Catalog 3.1 Financial News and Comments 3.1.1 Macro Strategy (Gold) - US President Trump considered renegotiating the US - South Korea agreement and increasing purchases from South Korea. US new home sales in July were 652,000 units, slightly higher than expected. Gold prices oscillated and closed down. The market's expectation of the Fed's interest rate cut slightly decreased. In the long term, the Fed's interest rate cut space was limited. The dollar rebounded, putting pressure on gold prices. It was recommended to pay attention to the risk of correction in the short term [13][14][15]. 3.1.2 Macro Strategy (Foreign Exchange Futures - US Dollar Index) - Dallas Fed President Logan said the money market might face temporary pressure at the end of the quarter, but the Fed still had room to reduce the balance sheet. The meeting between Russian and Ukrainian leaders was not arranged, and the US dollar was expected to oscillate in the short term [16][18][19]. 3.1.3 Macro Strategy (US Stock Index Futures) - The market became more cautious before NVIDIA's earnings report, but with the support of interest - rate cut expectations, the market risk appetite remained high. The stock index was expected to be oscillating and slightly stronger in the near future [21][22]. 3.1.4 Macro Strategy (Stock Index Futures) - A - share trading volume reached a historical second - high, and Shanghai optimized real - estate policies. It was recommended to hold long positions in stock index futures [23][26][27]. 3.1.5 Macro Strategy (Treasury Bond Futures) - The central bank conducted 288.4 billion yuan of 7 - day reverse repurchase operations and 600 billion yuan of MLF operations. The bond market strengthened, but caution was still needed in the short term, and chasing high was not recommended [28][29][30]. 3.2 Commodity News and Comments 3.2.1 Agricultural Products (Soybean Meal) - Brazil's soybean exports in August increased year - on - year, and the good - quality rate of US soybeans rose. Domestic oil - mill soybean meal inventory increased. Soybean meal futures prices were expected to be oscillating and slightly stronger [31][32][35]. 3.2.2 Agricultural Products (Soybean Oil/Rapeseed Oil/Palm Oil) - Malaysian palm oil exports from August 1 - 25 increased by 10.89% year - on - year. It was recommended to buy on dips, focusing on the production recovery in Indonesia and Malaysia [36]. 3.2.3 Agricultural Products (Cotton) - Pakistan's new cotton listing volume decreased year - on - year, and India's cotton planting area growth slowed. China issued 200,000 tons of sliding - scale duty processing trade quotas. Zhengzhou cotton was expected to be oscillating and slightly stronger in the short term, but the market was not optimistic during the peak new - cotton listing period in the fourth quarter [37][38][41]. 3.2.4 Black Metals (Rebar/Hot - Rolled Coil) - Shanghai adjusted housing purchase restrictions. Steel prices oscillated. There was inventory accumulation pressure, and the release of terminal demand was expected to be slow. It was recommended to adopt an oscillating trading strategy [42][45][46]. 3.2.5 Black Metals (Steam Coal) - Coal exports from three ports in North Queensland decreased month - on - month in July. The daily coal consumption was at the end of the seasonal high, and coal prices entered a weak consolidation phase. It was expected that coal prices would oscillate between 650 - 700 yuan [47]. 3.2.6 Black Metals (Iron Ore) - The central bank adjusted Shanghai's personal housing loan interest rate policy. Iron ore prices oscillated. Steel mills in the north reduced production, but the impact on raw materials was limited. It was recommended to wait and see [48][49]. 3.2.7 Agricultural Products (Corn Starch) - Corn starch exports increased in July, but the over - capacity and weak - demand situation was expected to continue [50]. 3.2.8 Agricultural Products (Corn) - Corn prices showed different trends. Futures oscillated around 2150. It was expected that the 2150 support level might be broken. It was recommended to hold short positions and pay attention to the 11 - 3 reverse spread [50][52]. 3.2.9 Agricultural Products (Red Dates) - Xinjiang's red - date producing areas entered the sugar - increasing stage. Futures prices oscillated. It was recommended to wait and see, paying attention to weather changes [53][54][55]. 3.2.10 Non - Ferrous Metals (Polysilicon) - China's photovoltaic cumulative installed capacity increased from January to July, but the single - month new - installed capacity in July decreased. The price of polysilicon was expected to be between 49,000 - 57,000 yuan/ton in the short term and was expected to reach over 60,000 yuan/ton in the long term [56][57][58]. 3.2.11 Non - Ferrous Metals (Industrial Silicon) - Dongyue Silicon Materials' safety improvement project was filed. The inventory of industrial silicon was expected to change according to the resumption of production of large factories in Xinjiang. The short - term price was expected to be between 8200 - 9500 yuan/ton [59][60]. 3.2.12 Non - Ferrous Metals (Nickel) - The Shanghai Futures Exchange's nickel futures warehouse receipts decreased. The macro - environment was expected to be positive in the short term, but the nickel market was in a supply - surplus situation in the medium term. It was recommended to pay attention to short - term trading opportunities and medium - term short - selling opportunities [61][62][63]. 3.2.13 Non - Ferrous Metals (Lithium Carbonate) - Pilbara Minerals' lithium concentrate production increased in the 2025 fiscal year. It was recommended to pay attention to buying on dips and long - short spread opportunities [64][65]. 3.2.14 Non - Ferrous Metals (Copper) - Marimaca Copper planned to acquire a sulfuric acid plant to reduce costs. US scrap - copper traders redirected shipments to avoid Chinese tariffs. Copper prices were expected to be slightly stronger in the short term, but the upward space was limited [66][67][69]. 3.2.15 Non - Ferrous Metals (Lead) - The LME lead spread was at a discount, and Henan restricted the entry of vehicles below the National V emission standard. Lead prices oscillated, and the supply - demand situation was weak. It was recommended to wait and see [70][71][72]. 3.2.16 Non - Ferrous Metals (Zinc) - The LME zinc spread was at a discount, and Bolivia's zinc concentrate production decreased. Domestic zinc inventory increased. Zinc prices were expected to oscillate in the short term. It was recommended to wait and see on the long - short side and pay attention to medium - term long - short spread opportunities [73][74]. 3.2.17 Energy and Chemicals (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) - The spot price in East China was stable, and the CP recommended price was announced. The PG domestic price was expected to be slightly stronger before the sentiment was digested, and attention should be paid to narrowing the PG - FEI spread [75][76][77]. 3.2.18 Energy and Chemicals (Asphalt) - Asphalt refinery inventory decreased, and social inventory remained flat. The asphalt market was in a fragile state, and it was recommended to wait and see [78][79]. 3.2.19 Energy and Chemicals (PX) - PX prices rose slightly. The short - term price was expected to be oscillating and slightly stronger, and it was recommended to buy on dips [80][81]. 3.2.20 Energy and Chemicals (PTA) - PTA spot prices declined, and the market was quiet. The short - term price was expected to be oscillating and slightly stronger, and a 10 - 1 long - short spread strategy could be attempted at low levels [82][84][85]. 3.2.21 Energy and Chemicals (Caustic Soda) - The price of liquid caustic soda in Shandong increased, and the downstream receiving sentiment was positive. The price was expected to be stable in the short term, and it was recommended to be cautious when chasing high [85][86]. 3.2.22 Energy and Chemicals (Pulp) - The imported wood pulp spot market was mostly stable. The pulp market was expected to oscillate [87][89]. 3.2.23 Energy and Chemicals (PVC) - The domestic PVC powder market price increased slightly. The PVC market was expected to oscillate in the short term [90]. 3.2.24 Energy and Chemicals (Urea) - The urea market was weak, and new orders were scarce. The 01 contract was expected to oscillate in the short - to - medium term [92][93]. 3.2.25 Energy and Chemicals (Bottle Chips) - Bottle - chip factory export quotes were mostly stable. Attention should be paid to the pressure on processing fees caused by device restart and new - capacity release [93][94]. 3.2.26 Energy and Chemicals (Styrene) - Styrene port inventory increased. Styrene was expected to be slightly stronger in September but might face inventory accumulation pressure in the fourth quarter. Attention should be paid to policy variables [95][96][97]. 3.2.27 Shipping Index (Container Freight Rate) - Maersk planned to invest $1 billion to develop Indian ports. The container freight rate was expected to continue to decline, and the 10 - contract was expected to test the support level of 1300 [98][99][100].

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant information provided. 2. Core Viewpoints - On August 22, 2025, at 22:00 Beijing time, Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell's speech at the Jackson Hole meeting was generally interpreted as "dovish." His speech signaled that the Fed is more concerned about employment and economic growth when balancing the risks of "rising inflation" and "falling employment." It paved the way for a near - term interest rate cut and revised the Fed's monetary policy framework [3][23]. - After Powell's speech, the short - term interest rate cut expectation increased, which is positive for the gold price. However, the warming of market risk appetite is negative for the gold price. The market is still more likely to price in two interest rate cuts this year. It is advisable to continuously monitor the long - short game of New York gold at $3400 [3][23]. 3. Summary by Directory 3.1 Market Review 3.1.1 Weekly Trend - The report shows the dollar index linkage graph, but no specific text description of the weekly trend is provided [6]. 3.1.2 Indicator Price Changes | Indicator | August 22 | August 15 | Weekly Change | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | COMEX Gold | $3,417.20 | $3,381.70 | 1.05% | | COMEX Silver | $38.88 | $38.02 | 2.26% | | SHFE Gold Main Contract | $773.40 | $775.80 | - 0.31% | | SHFE Silver Main Contract | $9,192.00 | $9,204.00 | - 0.13% | | Dollar Index | 97.72 | 97.85 | - 0.14% | | USD/CNH | 7.17 | 7.19 | - 0.24% | | 10 - year US Treasury Real Yield | 1.85 | 1.95 | - 0.10 | | S&P 500 | 6,466.91 | 6,449.80 | 0.27% | | WTI Crude Oil Continuous | $63.77 | $63.14 | 1.00% | | COMEX Gold - Silver Ratio | 87.89 | 88.95 | - 1.19% | | SHFE Gold - Silver Ratio | 84.14 | 84.29 | - 0.18% | | SPDR Gold ETF | 956.77 | 965.37 | - 8.60 | | iShare Gold ETF | 451.68 | 453.29 | - 1.61 | [7] 3.2 Rising Interest Rate Cut Expectations Benefit Gold Prices - Last week, the gold price was under pressure due to the improving relations between the US and Russia, the potential end of the Russia - Ukraine war, and the improving global geopolitical situation. However, on Friday night, after Powell's dovish speech, the market's interest rate cut expectation increased, the dollar index plunged, and the gold price jumped [9]. - Last week, there was a divergence among US stock indices, with technology stocks represented by the Nasdaq generally correcting. But after Powell's dovish speech on Friday night, US stocks rose sharply again, and market risk appetite recovered [11]. 3.3 Tracking of Other Indicators - According to data on August 19, compared with the previous week, the long - position change was - 12,838 contracts, the short - position change was 4,057 contracts, and the net long - position change was - 16,895 contracts. This indicator is more sensitive to the price trend of precious metals than gold ETFs but has a lower update frequency and poor timeliness [13]. - Recently, the holdings of precious metal ETFs have decreased, especially gold ETFs. Last week, the gold price was weak, the silver price was strong, and the gold - silver ratio declined [15][18]. 3.4 Conclusion - Powell's speech at the Jackson Hole meeting was dovish, increasing short - term interest rate cut expectations, which is positive for the gold price. However, the warming of market risk appetite is negative for the gold price. The market is still more likely to price in two interest rate cuts this year. It is advisable to continuously monitor the long - short game of New York gold at $3400 [23].

1. Report Industry Investment Rating - No relevant content provided 2. Core View of the Report - On August 25, the yields of treasury bond spot bonds strengthened collectively, and treasury bond futures also rose. The domestic economic fundamentals showed mixed performance, with the financial data in July being structurally differentiated and the medium - and long - term financing momentum of enterprises and residents still insufficient. Overseas, there are expectations of a Fed rate cut in September. The bond market is currently suppressed by market risk appetite and lacks independent upward momentum. The central bank's monetary policy will continue a moderately loose tone but with limited scope for overall easing. As a result, the interest rate center lacks the impetus to decline further, and the rebound of treasury bond futures is insufficient. It is recommended to pay attention to the phased recovery opportunities of treasury bond futures [2] 3. Summary According to Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Futures Market Conditions - **Closing Prices and Volume**: T, TF, TS, and TL main contract closing prices increased by 0.27%, 0.15%, 0.1%, and 0.78% respectively. T, TS, and TL main contract trading volumes decreased by 14,647, 14,715, and 9,853 respectively, while TF main contract trading volume increased by 727 [2] - **Futures Spreads**: Most of the futures spreads changed, with some spreads increasing and some decreasing. For example, the TL2512 - 2509 spread increased by 0.12 to - 0.39, and the T12 - TL12 spread decreased by 0.53 to - 8.85 [2] - **Futures Positions**: The main contract positions of T, TF, TS, and TL all decreased, with decreases of 7,135, 9,542, 4,990, and 4,719 respectively. The net short positions of the top 20 in each contract all increased [2] 3.2 CTD and Active Bonds - **CTD Bonds**: The net prices of several CTD bonds increased, such as 220019.IB increasing by 0.1358 to 105.7269 [2] - **Active Bonds**: The yields of 1 - year active bonds remained unchanged, 3 - year yields decreased by 0.50bp, and 5 - year, 7 - year, and 10 - year yields increased by 1.75bp, 1.75bp, and 2.40bp respectively [2] 3.3 Interest Rates - **Short - term Interest Rates**: The overnight silver pledge rate decreased by 14.78bp to 1.3022%, the Shibor overnight rate decreased by 6.20bp to 1.3560%. The 7 - day silver pledge rate increased by 14.77bp to 1.5977%, and the Shibor 7 - day rate increased by 2.10bp to 1.4840% [2] - **LPR Rates**: The 1 - year and 5 - year LPR rates remained unchanged at 3.00% and 3.5% respectively [2] 3.4 Public Market Operations - On August 25, the central bank conducted 600 billion yuan of 1 - year MLF operations. With 300 billion yuan of MLF maturing on August 26, the net MLF investment in August reached 300 billion yuan, marking the sixth consecutive month of increased roll - overs [2] 3.5 Industry News - Shanghai's six departments jointly issued a notice on optimizing and adjusting real estate policies, including measures such as reducing housing purchase restrictions, optimizing housing provident funds, and personal housing credit policies, which will take effect on August 26, 2025 [2] 3.6 Key Events to Watch - August 28, 17:00, Eurozone August industrial sentiment index - August 29, 20:30, US July core PCE price index annual rate [2]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating - No relevant information provided. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - Last week, the main contract price of Shanghai zinc futures stopped falling and stabilized. The improvement of PMI data in Europe and the US and the dovish interpretation of Powell's speech at the Jackson Hole Central Bank Annual Meeting increased the market's expectation of a Fed rate cut in September, improving market risk appetite. Domestically, the A-share market continued to strengthen [3][10]. - Fundamentally, LME zinc inventories continued to decline, supporting the pattern of stronger overseas and weaker domestic zinc markets. Affected by concentrated arrivals, the zinc ore imports in July exceeded expectations, and refineries had sufficient raw material inventories, supporting stable production. The imports of refined zinc decreased in July as expected, and it is expected to remain at the current level. The smelting end maintained high supply, while downstream consumption did not improve significantly. After the decline in zinc prices, downstream buyers actively replenished their stocks at low prices, resulting in a slight decrease in inventories, but the sustainability remains to be seen [4][10]. - Overall, Powell's dovish stance boosted the rate - cut expectation and repaired market risk appetite. There were no new contradictions in the fundamentals. The decline in LME inventories and increased low - price purchases by domestic downstream provided support, but the high supply pressure from stable mining and smelting production suppressed zinc prices. Technically, the futures price found support near the previous low. In the short term, with the boost of macro - sentiment, zinc prices are expected to repair with a volatile and upward trend [4][11]. 3. Summary by Directory 3.1 Transaction Data | Contract | August 15 | August 22 | Change | Unit | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | SHFE Zinc | 22505 | 22275 | - 230 | Yuan/ton | | LME Zinc | 2796.5 | 2805.5 | 9 | US dollars/ton | | Shanghai - London Ratio | 8.05 | 7.94 | - 0.11 | - | | SHFE Inventory | 76803 | 77838 | 1035 | Tons | | LME Inventory | 76325 | 68075 | - 8250 | Tons | | Social Inventory | 11.69 | 10.37 | - 1.32 | Ten thousand tons | | Spot Premium | - 50 | - 40 | 10 | Yuan/ton | [5] 3.2 Market Review - The decline of the main contract of Shanghai zinc futures (ZN2510) slowed down last week, and it stabilized and repaired in the second half of the week. The market was waiting for Powell's speech for rate - cut guidance, and the low - price purchases by downstream led to a slight decrease in weekly inventories, providing support. The contract finally closed at 22275 Yuan/ton, with a weekly decline of 1.02%. It rose during the Friday night session [6]. - LME zinc fluctuated narrowly in the first half of the week. The market revised its rate - cut expectation, and the US dollar stabilized and rebounded, suppressing the LME zinc price. On Friday, the rate - cut expectation recovered, and the contract closed at 2805.5 US dollars/ton, with a weekly increase of 0.32% [6]. - In the spot market, as of August 22, the mainstream transaction price of Shanghai 0 zinc was concentrated between 22220 - 22290 Yuan/ton, with a discount of 10 - 0 Yuan/ton to the 2509 contract. In different markets, the prices and discounts varied. In general, downstream low - price purchases were more frequent in the first half of the week, but with no obvious improvement in consumption, purchases decreased in the second half of the week, and traders' quotes remained stable, with the premium remaining weak [7]. - In terms of inventory, as of August 22, LME zinc inventory was 68075 tons, a weekly decrease of 8250 tons. SHFE inventory was 77838 tons, an increase of 1035 tons from the previous week. As of August 21, social inventory was 13.29 million tons, an increase of 0.37 million tons from August 14 and a decrease of 0.26 million tons from August 18. The decline in the zinc price center during the week boosted downstream purchasing enthusiasm, leading to a slight decrease in inventories in many places [8]. - Macroeconomically, the preliminary value of the US S&P Global Manufacturing PMI in August reached 53.3, the highest level since May 2022, far exceeding the expected 49.5. The service PMI slightly declined to 55.4, but the significant rebound in manufacturing pushed the composite PMI to a 9 - month high of 55.4. The preliminary value of the Eurozone PMI in August rebounded from 49.8 to 50.5, breaking above the boom - bust line for the first time since June 2022, higher than the expected 49.5. The US and the EU reached a framework for a trade agreement, with the EU promising to cancel all US industrial product tariffs and plan to purchase US energy and AI chips worth billions of dollars. The Fed's July meeting minutes showed a hawkish signal, but after Powell's speech, traders increased their bets on a Fed rate cut in September [8][9]. 3.3 Industry News - As of August 22, the average weekly domestic TC of SMM Zn50 was flat at 3900 Yuan/metal ton, and the SMM imported zinc concentrate index rose by 2.2 US dollars/dry ton to 92.5 US dollars/dry ton [12]. - According to customs data, in July, zinc concentrate imports were 501,400 tons, a month - on - month increase of 51.97% and a year - on - year increase of 33.58%. From January to July, the cumulative zinc concentrate imports were 3.0354 million tons, a cumulative year - on - year increase of 45.2%. In July, refined zinc imports were 17,900 tons, a month - on - month decrease of 50.35% and a year - on - year decrease of 2.97%. From January to July, the cumulative refined zinc imports were 209,900 tons, a cumulative year - on - year decrease of 12.72%. In July, galvanized sheet exports were 1.1975 million tons, a month - on - month increase of 5.86% and a year - on - year increase of 13%. In July, die - cast zinc alloy exports were 241.35 tons, a month - on - month decrease of 61.21% [12][13]. 3.4 Related Charts - The report provides multiple charts, including the price trend charts of SHFE zinc and LME zinc, the ratio of domestic and foreign markets, spot and LME premiums, inventory data of SHFE, LME, social and bonded areas, domestic and foreign zinc ore processing fees, zinc ore import profit and loss, refined zinc net imports, domestic refined zinc production, smelter profits, and downstream primary enterprise operating rates [15][16][17].

Report Industry Investment Ratings No relevant content provided. Core Views of the Report - The overall market risk preference remains high despite the under - performance of domestic economic and financial data. Different metals have different supply - demand situations and price trends. For example, copper may have a small - scale inventory build - up in August but a tight - balance pattern after the off - season; aluminum is expected to have a small inventory build - up in August; zinc is expected to rebound in the short - term and be a short - position configuration in the long - term; nickel can focus on the opportunity of the shrinking ratio of nickel - stainless steel; stainless steel's fundamentals are weak and should pay attention to policy trends; lead prices are expected to remain in low - level oscillation; tin should be observed in the short - term and held near the cost line in the long - term; industrial silicon is expected to be in a tight balance in the short - term and oscillate at the cycle bottom in the long - term; lithium carbonate has large price elasticity when supply - side disturbances are hyped [1][2][5]. Summary by Metal Copper - **Price and Inventory Data**: From August 18th to 22nd, the spot premium of Shanghai copper decreased by 5, the waste - refined copper spread increased by 45, and the Shanghai Futures Exchange inventory decreased by 1009. - **Market Situation**: The risk - preference sentiment continued to rise this week. Although domestic economic and financial data were poor, it did not affect the stock market sentiment. The downstream orders were verified to have support around 7 - 8, and the substitution effect of refined and waste copper continued to appear. The waste copper and recycled copper market was still disturbed, and if the recycled rod production continued to decline, it might stimulate the consumption of refined copper. In August, there may be a small - scale inventory build - up, but the market may focus on the tight - balance pattern after the off - season [1]. Aluminum - **Price and Inventory Data**: From August 18th to 22nd, the Shanghai aluminum ingot price increased by 30, and the social inventory of Shanghai aluminum decreased. - **Market Situation**: The supply increased slightly from January to June. The demand in August is still in the seasonal off - season, which may improve slightly in the middle and late months. The inventory is expected to increase slightly in August. Pay attention to the demand situation in the short - term and the far - month inter - month and internal - external reverse arbitrage opportunities under the low - inventory pattern [1][2]. Zinc - **Price and Inventory Data**: From August 18th to 22nd, the Shanghai zinc ingot price decreased by 30, the social inventory remained unchanged, and the LME inventory decreased by 1300. - **Market Situation**: The zinc price fluctuated widely this week. The supply of domestic zinc increased in August, and the overseas mine supply in the second quarter exceeded expectations. The domestic demand was seasonally weak but had some resilience, and the overseas demand was average. The domestic social inventory oscillated upwards, and the overseas LME inventory decreased rapidly. In the short - term, it is expected to rebound, and it is recommended to wait and see; in the long - term, it is a short - position configuration. The internal - external positive arbitrage can be held, and attention can be paid to the inter - month positive arbitrage opportunity [5][6]. Nickel - **Price and Inventory Data**: From August 18th to 22nd, the price of 1.5% Philippine nickel ore remained unchanged, and the Shanghai nickel spot price decreased by 450. - **Market Situation**: The supply of pure nickel remained at a high level, the demand was weak overall, and the inventory of domestic and overseas nickel plates remained stable. In the short - term, the fundamental situation is general, and the macro - level is mainly about the game of anti - involution policies. The opportunity of the shrinking ratio of nickel - stainless steel can continue to be concerned [9][10]. Stainless Steel - **Price and Inventory Data**: From August 18th to 22nd, the price of 304 cold - rolled coil decreased by 50, and the price of 304 hot - rolled coil decreased by 75. - **Market Situation**: Some steel mills cut production passively, and the demand was mainly for rigid needs. The prices of nickel - iron and chrome - iron remained stable, and the inventory in Xijiao and Foshan decreased slightly. The fundamentals remained weak, and attention should be paid to the policy trend in the later stage [12][14]. Lead - **Price and Inventory Data**: From August 18th to 22nd, the spot premium remained unchanged, and the LME inventory decreased by 6550. - **Market Situation**: The lead price oscillated this week. The supply side had problems such as weak scrap volume and tight waste batteries. The demand side had high battery finished - product inventory and a "not - prosperous peak season". The inventory was expected to remain at a high level in August, and the lead price was expected to remain in low - level oscillation next week [15]. Tin - **Price and Inventory Data**: From August 18th to 22nd, the spot import profit decreased by 3915.73, and the LME inventory increased by 45. - **Market Situation**: The tin price fluctuated widely this week. The supply side had issues such as low processing fees at the mine end and potential production resumptions overseas. The demand side had limited solder elasticity and different trends in terminal electronics and photovoltaic consumption. The domestic inventory decreased slightly. In the short - term, it is recommended to wait and see; in the long - term, it can be held near the cost line [18]. Industrial Silicon - **Price and Inventory Data**: From August 18th to 22nd, the 421 Yunnan basis decreased by 110, and the 421 Sichuan basis decreased by 110. - **Market Situation**: The resumption of production of Xinjiang's leading enterprises was slower than expected. In August, the supply - demand was in a state of slight inventory reduction. In the short - term, the supply - demand balance may remain tight. In the long - term, the industrial silicon has a large over - capacity, and the price is expected to oscillate at the cycle bottom [22]. Lithium Carbonate - **Price and Inventory Data**: From August 18th to 22nd, the SMM electric - carbon price decreased by 1300, and the SMM industrial - carbon price decreased by 1300. - **Market Situation**: The futures price fluctuated greatly this week due to supply - side disturbances. The spot market had a strong peak - season effect, and the inventory was still high. The core contradiction is the supply - side disturbance under the background of over - supply in the long - term. The price has large elasticity when supply - side disturbances are hyped [23][24].

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - Overseas, the expectation of interest rate cuts has converged, with the probability of a September rate cut dropping to 75%. The US manufacturing PMI in August reached a three - year high, and Fed officials' hawkish remarks have put pressure on the market. Domestically, the A - share market's risk appetite may have reached a short - term peak, and the bond market is expected to start a recovery. [2][3] - Most commodities are expected to show a volatile trend. Gold and silver prices are likely to remain volatile, waiting for Powell's speech. Copper, zinc, lead, tin, and other metals are expected to maintain narrow - range fluctuations. Aluminum and alumina are expected to oscillate, and lithium carbonate is in a game - based volatile stage. Crude oil is expected to be weak after a short - term technical correction, and agricultural products such as soybean meal and palm oil are also expected to fluctuate. [4][5][6] 3. Summary by Related Catalogs 3.1 Macro - Overseas: The US 8 - month manufacturing PMI reached 53.3, a three - year high, with inflation pressure increasing. Fed officials' hawkish remarks have dampened the market's expectation of a September rate cut. The dollar has risen, and the US bond yield has increased. [2] - Domestic: The A - share market weakened after a high opening on Thursday, with the trading volume remaining at 2.4 trillion. The risk appetite has declined, and the bond market has a chance to recover. [3] 3.2 Precious Metals - Gold futures on COMEX fell 0.15% to $3383.5 per ounce, and silver futures rose 0.87% to $38.1 per ounce. The better - than - expected US PMI data and Fed officials' remarks have put pressure on gold prices. The market is waiting for Powell's speech, and it is expected that gold and silver prices will remain volatile. [4][5] 3.3 Copper - The Shanghai copper main contract maintained a volatile trend. The US manufacturing showed signs of improvement, but there are concerns about long - term demand after the tariff policy. The Fed's internal differences remain large, and the Codelco has lowered its copper production forecast. It is expected that copper prices will remain volatile in the short term. [6][7] 3.4 Aluminum - The Shanghai aluminum main contract closed at 20590 yuan/ton, up 0.49%. The inventory of electrolytic aluminum ingots decreased. The good performance of the US and European manufacturing PMIs has improved the overseas demand expectation. It is expected that aluminum prices will oscillate in the current range. [8][9] 3.5 Alumina - The alumina futures main contract closed at 3124 yuan/ton, up 0.13%. The supply is slightly increasing, and consumption is stable. It is expected that alumina will continue to show a weak - oscillating trend. [10] 3.6 Zinc - The Shanghai zinc main contract showed a narrow - range oscillation. The better - than - expected US manufacturing PMI and Fed officials' remarks have put pressure on zinc prices. However, the decline in zinc prices has led to increased downstream purchases, and it is expected that zinc prices will maintain a narrow - range oscillation in the short term. [11] 3.7 Lead - The Shanghai lead main contract showed a narrow - range oscillation. The inflow of delivery goods has led to a slight decline in inventory, and the inverted price difference between refined and scrap lead provides support for lead prices. It is expected that lead prices will maintain a narrow - range oscillation. [12] 3.8 Tin - The Shanghai tin main contract showed a weak - oscillating trend. The supply of tin ore and scrap tin is tight, and the low LME inventory provides support, but consumption is weak. It is expected that tin prices will maintain a narrow - range oscillation. [13] 3.9 Industrial Silicon - The industrial silicon main contract rebounded from a low level. The supply is marginally loose, and the demand side has different performances. It is expected that the futures price will maintain an oscillating trend in the short term. [14][15] 3.10 Lithium Carbonate - Lithium carbonate prices are in a game - based volatile stage. Although the spot market has improved, the supply increase may exceed the demand, and it is recommended to wait and see. [16][17] 3.11 Nickel - Nickel prices oscillated weakly. The cost pressure of nickel iron has eased slightly, and the demand for stainless steel is limited. The cost of nickel sulfate is high, and the demand has resilience. It is expected that nickel prices will oscillate, and attention should be paid to Powell's speech. [18][19] 3.12 Crude Oil - Crude oil oscillated strongly. Geopolitical factors are heating up, and it is expected that oil prices will be weak after a short - term technical correction. [20] 3.13 Soybean and Rapeseed Meal - The soybean meal 01 contract and rapeseed meal 01 contract both declined. The US soybean is affected by drought, and the new - crop export sales exceeded expectations. The market expects the state reserve to release soybeans in November, and it is expected that the domestic soybean meal will oscillate in a range. [21][22] 3.14 Palm Oil - The palm oil 01 contract declined. The production of Malaysian palm oil in the first 20 days of August increased slightly, and Indonesia's inventory in June continued to decline. It is expected that palm oil will oscillate and adjust. [23][24] 3.15 Metal Main Variety Trading Data - The report provides the closing prices, price changes, trading volumes, and other data of various metal futures contracts such as copper, aluminum, zinc, lead, nickel, tin, gold, and silver on August 22, 2025. [26] 3.16 Industry Data Perspective - The document presents the data changes of various metals such as copper, nickel, zinc, lead, aluminum, alumina, tin, gold, silver, and related products including steel, iron ore, and agricultural products from August 20 to August 21, 2025, including prices, inventories, and price differences. [27][32]

Group 1: Report Investment Rating - No investment rating information provided Group 2: Core Viewpoints - This week, the macro sentiment continued to show a rise in risk appetite. Although domestic economic and financial data were poor, the stock market sentiment remained high. In August, there may be a small accumulation of inventory under the full - supply pattern, but the market may focus more on the tight - balance pattern after the off - season [1] - Aluminum supply increased slightly, and the demand in August was expected to be in the seasonal off - season, with a possible slight improvement in the middle and late stages. An inventory increase was expected in August. Attention should be paid to the demand situation and potential arbitrage opportunities [5] - Zinc prices fluctuated widely this week. Supply increased, while domestic demand was seasonally weak but had some resilience, and overseas demand was average. The strategy was to wait and see in the short term, hold a short position in the long - term, and consider positive arbitrage opportunities [8] - Nickel supply remained at a high level, demand was weak, and inventories were stable. Opportunities for narrowing the nickel - stainless steel price ratio could be continued to be observed [9] - The fundamentals of stainless steel remained weak. Supply was partially reduced, demand was mainly for rigid needs, costs were stable, and inventories decreased slightly. Attention should be paid to future policy trends [12] - Lead prices fluctuated this week. Supply was affected by various factors, demand was lackluster, and it was expected that lead prices would remain in a low - level oscillation next week [13] - Tin prices fluctuated widely. Supply was affected by domestic production cuts and overseas复产 signals, demand was weak, and the short - term supply - demand situation was weak. Short - term short - selling and long - term long - holding strategies were recommended [15] - Industrial silicon production in Xinjiang, Sichuan, and Yunnan showed different trends. The current balance was in a state of slight inventory reduction, and the long - term outlook was for bottom - level oscillation [16] - Lithium carbonate prices were strong this week. The core contradiction was the long - term over - capacity and short - term resource - end disturbances. The price had a large upward elasticity and strong downward support in the short term [18] Group 3: Summary by Metal Copper - From August 15th to 21st, the spot premium of Shanghai copper decreased by 40, the waste - refined copper spread increased by 40, and other indicators showed corresponding changes. The downstream orders had support around 7 - 8, and the spot market trading was okay. The potential impact of the decline in recycled rod production on refined copper consumption should be noted [1] Aluminum - From August 15th to 21st, Shanghai, Yangtze River, and Guangdong aluminum ingot prices increased, while the domestic and imported alumina prices remained unchanged. The supply increased slightly, demand was in the off - season, and an inventory increase was expected in August [5] Zinc - From August 15th to 21st, the spot premium of zinc increased by 10, and zinc prices in different regions showed an upward trend. Supply increased, domestic demand was seasonally weak, and overseas demand was average. Short - term observation and long - term short - position strategies were recommended [8] Nickel - From August 15th to 21st, the price of 1.5 - grade Philippine nickel ore remained unchanged, and the Shanghai nickel spot price decreased by 100. Supply remained high, demand was weak, and inventories were stable [9] Stainless Steel - From August 15th to 21st, the price of 201 cold - rolled stainless steel decreased by 50, and other prices remained unchanged. Supply was partially reduced, demand was mainly for rigid needs, and inventories decreased slightly [12] Lead - From August 15th to 21st, the lead spot premium decreased by 5, and other indicators changed accordingly. Supply was affected by various factors, demand was lackluster, and lead prices were expected to remain low - level oscillating [13] Tin - From August 15th to 21st, the tin spot import and export earnings, positions, and other indicators changed. Supply was affected by domestic production cuts and overseas复产 signals, demand was weak, and short - term short - selling and long - term long - holding strategies were recommended [15] Industrial Silicon - From August 15th to 21st, the basis of different grades of industrial silicon changed, and the number of warehouse receipts increased by 553. The current balance was in a state of slight inventory reduction, and the long - term outlook was for bottom - level oscillation [16] Lithium Carbonate - From August 15th to 21st, the SMM electric and industrial lithium carbonate prices decreased by 500, and the basis and other indicators changed. The price was strong this week, with large upward elasticity and strong downward support in the short term [16][18]

1. Report Industry Investment Ratings No specific industry investment ratings are provided in the report. 2. Core Views of the Report - Different futures products show diverse market trends and investment outlooks. Some products are expected to have bullish long - term trends, while others may face short - term adjustments or remain in a range - bound state. Overall, investors need to make decisions based on the specific fundamentals and market conditions of each product [5][9][11]. 3. Summary by Product Bonds - **Market Performance**: On the previous trading day, Treasury bond futures closed higher across the board. The 30 - year, 10 - year, 5 - year, and 2 - year main contracts rose by 0.23%, 0.03%, 0.07%, and 0.03% respectively [5]. - **Macro - economic Data**: From January to July, the national general public budget revenue was 13.5839 trillion yuan, a year - on - year increase of 0.1%. The national tax revenue was 11.0933 trillion yuan, a year - on - year decrease of 0.3%, and non - tax revenue was 2.4906 trillion yuan, a year - on - year increase of 2%. Stamp duty was 255.9 billion yuan, a year - on - year increase of 20.7%, among which securities trading stamp duty was 93.6 billion yuan, a year - on - year increase of 62.5% [5]. - **Outlook**: It is expected that Treasury bond futures will have no trend - based market and investors should remain cautious [6][7]. Stock Index Futures - **Market Performance**: On the previous trading day, stock index futures showed mixed results. The main contracts of CSI 300, SSE 50, CSI 500, and CSI 1000 stock index futures fell by 0.50%, 1.19%, 0.13%, and 0.03% respectively [8][9]. - **Outlook**: Although the domestic economic recovery momentum is weak and corporate profit growth is at a low level, due to the low valuation of domestic assets and the resilience of the Chinese economy, the long - term performance of Chinese equity assets is still optimistic, and existing long positions can be held [9][10]. Precious Metals - **Market Performance**: On the previous trading day, the closing price of the gold main contract was 775.06, a decline of 0.33%, and the night - session closing price was 772.61. The closing price of the silver main contract was 9,187, a decline of 0.77%, and the night - session closing price was 9061 [11]. - **Outlook**: The long - term bullish trend of precious metals is expected to continue. Consider going long on gold futures [11][12]. Steel and Related Products - **Rebar and Hot - Rolled Coil**: On the previous trading day, rebar and hot - rolled coil futures fell slightly. Policy changes are currently the main factor affecting the market, and the price of finished products follows the price of coking coal. In the medium term, the price will return to the industrial supply - demand logic. The downward trend of the real estate industry and over - capacity are the core factors suppressing rebar prices. Investors can pay attention to buying opportunities during pullbacks and manage positions carefully [13]. - **Iron Ore**: On the previous trading day, iron ore futures pulled back slightly. Policy is the main factor affecting the market, and the iron ore price follows the coking coal price. The short - term supply - demand pattern is strong, but it may weaken in the medium term. Investors can pay attention to buying opportunities during pullbacks and manage positions carefully [15]. - **Coking Coal and Coke**: On the previous trading day, coking coal and coke futures continued to decline. The current price still has bullish support due to policy - related supply reductions. In the short term, they may continue to adjust, and investors can pay attention to buying opportunities during pullbacks and manage positions carefully [17]. - **Ferroalloys**: On the previous trading day, the main contracts of manganese silicon and silicon iron fell. The short - term demand has a slight increase, but the supply is still excessive. After a decline, investors can consider long positions when the spot market falls into a loss - making range [19][20]. Energy Products - **Crude Oil**: On the previous trading day, INE crude oil oscillated downward, hitting a new low. Trump's arrangement of a tri - party meeting and CFTC data showing a net short position indicate that the crude oil price may be weak. The main contract should be put on hold for now [21][22][24]. - **Fuel Oil**: On the previous trading day, fuel oil oscillated downward. The Asian fuel oil spot market has sufficient supply, and the market shows mixed signals of improvement. The main contract strategy is to narrow the spread between high - and low - sulfur fuel oils [25][26]. Rubber Products - **Synthetic Rubber**: On the previous trading day, the main contract of synthetic rubber rose. Losses have led to reduced supply, and the macro - sentiment is positive. Wait for the market to stabilize and then participate in the rebound [27][28]. - **Natural Rubber**: On the previous trading day, the main contracts of natural rubber and 20 - grade rubber rose. The macro - market sentiment has improved, and there are supply - side disturbances. Consider going long after a pullback [29][30]. Chemical Products - **PVC**: On the previous trading day, the main contract of PVC fell. The oversupply situation continues, but the downward space may be limited, and it will continue to oscillate at the bottom [31][32]. - **Urea**: On the previous trading day, the main contract of urea rose. The market expects relaxed export restrictions to India. In the short term, it will oscillate, and in the medium term, it should be treated bullishly [33][34]. - **PX**: On the previous trading day, the main contract of PX rose. In the short term, the supply - demand situation has weakened, and the cost and demand support are insufficient. It may oscillate and adjust. Consider range - bound operations [35]. - **PTA**: On the previous trading day, the main contract of PTA rose. In the short term, the processing fee is under pressure, supply may decrease, demand improves slightly, and the cost support is weak. It may oscillate and be sorted out. Consider range - bound participation [36][37]. - **Ethylene Glycol**: On the previous trading day, the main contract of ethylene glycol rose. In the short term, the supply increase may suppress the market, but overseas device maintenance may reduce imports. Consider range - bound participation and pay attention to port inventory and import changes [38]. - **Short - Fiber**: On the previous trading day, the main contract of short - fiber rose. In the short term, the supply remains at a relatively high level, demand improves, and the supply - demand contradiction is not significant. It may follow the cost to oscillate [39][40]. - **Bottle Chips**: On the previous trading day, the main contract of bottle chips rose. Raw material prices oscillate, and there are more device overhauls. The market is supported, but the main logic lies in the cost end, and it is expected to follow the cost to oscillate [41]. - **Soda Ash**: On the previous trading day, the main contract of soda ash fell. The supply is increasing, and downstream demand is stable. It is expected to oscillate lightly and stably in the short term. Pay attention to controlling positions [42][43]. - **Glass**: On the previous trading day, the main contract of glass fell. The production line is stable, inventory reduction has slowed down, and downstream demand is weak. In the short term, go short at high levels, and pay attention to controlling positions [44]. - **Caustic Soda**: On the previous trading day, the main contract of caustic soda fell. Supply fluctuates little, and demand is under pressure. The price is expected to be weak in the short term [45][46]. - **Pulp**: On the previous trading day, the main contract of pulp fell. Supply contraction expectations dominate, but demand improvement is uncertain. The high inventory and macro - sentiment are in a game. [47][48] - **Lithium Carbonate**: On the previous trading day, the main contract of lithium carbonate fell. The trading logic has shifted to policy - related and mining - license events. The supply - demand surplus pattern remains, and investors should operate with a light position and control risks [49]. Non - Ferrous Metals - **Copper**: On the previous trading day, Shanghai copper oscillated slightly. The import window is open, and downstream consumption is average. There is a shortage of copper concentrate, and factors such as the Fed's interest - rate cut expectation and smooth Sino - US trade negotiations support copper prices. Consider going long on the main contract [51][52][53]. - **Tin**: On the previous trading day, Shanghai tin oscillated. The supply is tight, and consumption is weak. It is expected to oscillate [54]. - **Nickel**: On the previous trading day, Shanghai nickel fell. The market is in an oversupply pattern, and it is expected to oscillate [55][56]. Agricultural Products - **Soybean Oil and Soybean Meal**: On the previous trading day, soybean meal rose, and soybean oil fell. The domestic soybean supply is relatively loose, and the cost support is enhanced. Consider exiting long positions at high levels and then looking for long - position opportunities at support levels [57][58]. - **Palm Oil**: Malaysian palm oil prices have fluctuations. The export volume has increased, and the domestic inventory is high. Consider holding long positions with a light position [59][60]. - **Rapeseed Meal and Rapeseed Oil**: Canadian rapeseed prices fell. China's import sources may change, and the inventory of related products is at a high level. Consider reducing and holding long positions [61][63]. - **Cotton**: Domestic and foreign cotton prices show different trends. The US cotton supply - demand report is bullish, but the domestic textile export is under pressure. It is expected that the price will be strong in the short term [64][66]. - **Sugar**: Domestic and foreign sugar production and import data show different situations. It is recommended to wait and see [67][68]. - **Apples**: Apple futures fell slightly. The expected reduction in production has been falsified, and the market is expected to produce a small increase. It is recommended to wait and see [70][71][72]. - **Hogs**: The national average price of hogs rose slightly. The supply is increasing, and demand is weak in the short term. Consider an inverse spread strategy [73][75][76]. - **Eggs**: The average price of eggs remained stable. The supply is increasing, and consumption is not as expected. It is recommended to wait and see [77][78]. - **Corn and Starch**: Corn and corn starch futures fell. The short - term supply - demand tends to balance, but the new - season corn has a strong production expectation. It is recommended to wait and see, and corn starch follows the corn market [79][80]. - **Logs**: On the previous trading day, the main contract of logs fell. The spot market has improved, and the demand is slightly better than the arrival volume. It is expected to oscillate at a high level [81][84].