Report Summary 1. Industry Investment Ratings No industry investment ratings are provided in the report. 2. Core Views - The international oil price continues to decline due to increased US crude oil inventories, and it will remain under pressure for the rest of the year, with the oversupply pressure slightly easing in Q1 next year [1]. - Gold may experience high - level oscillations in the medium term and has limited downside space in the short term, affected by the US government shutdown, Sino - US relations, and the high - level US dollar index [2]. - Synthetic rubber will run weakly due to supply increments and demand - side constraints [4]. - PTA has weak fundamental drivers with clear supply increments, stable demand, and a slightly accumulating balance sheet [4]. - Iron ore prices have limited upside space under the background of loose supply and pressured demand [5]. - Coking coal's upward drive weakens after the macro - level positive factors are realized [5]. - Steel prices are expected to decline slightly in the short term due to approaching off - season and potential supply contractions [6]. - Live hog prices may still decline after a rebound due to large supply pressure and unchanged terminal demand [6]. - Palm oil will run weakly in the short term due to unexpectedly high production in Malaysia and weak domestic demand [7]. - Rapeseed meal prices have a lower risk of decline due to supply shortages, and a callback - buying strategy is recommended [8]. - Silver will oscillate with a bullish bias due to positive economic data in the US and pressure from the rising US dollar index [8]. - Long - term treasury bonds will oscillate with a bullish bias in the medium term due to economic pressure and positive factors from the central bank [9]. - Soda ash's 01 contract is expected to oscillate in the short term, and it is recommended to wait and see [9]. - Methanol's 01 contract is expected to oscillate weakly in the short term, and it is recommended to wait and see or short on rebounds [10]. - Caustic soda's 01 contract is expected to oscillate in the short term, and it is recommended to wait and see or short on rebounds [11]. 3. Summary by Commodity Crude Oil - As of October 31, US total crude oil inventories (including strategic reserves) were 830.763 million barrels, an increase of 5.7 million barrels from the previous week; commercial crude inventories were 421.168 million barrels, an increase of 5.2 million barrels; gasoline inventories were 206.009 million barrels, a decrease of 4.73 million barrels [1]. - US daily crude oil production was 13.651 million barrels as of October 31, an increase of 7,000 barrels from the previous week and 151,000 barrels from the same period last year [1]. Gold - The US federal government shutdown has entered its 36th day, breaking the previous record, and may reduce the Q4 economic growth rate by up to 2 percentage points [2]. Synthetic Rubber - From January to October 2025, domestic butadiene production was 4.472 million tons, a year - on - year increase of 15.5%; in October, the production was 457,200 tons, a year - on - year increase of 14.47% [4]. - In October, the production of cis - butadiene rubber was 137,600 tons, a month - on - month increase of 5.52% and a year - on - year increase of 24.07%, with a capacity utilization rate of 71.39% [4]. PTA - The overall inventory of the polyester market is concentrated at 14 - 24 days, with POY at 14 - 23 days, FDY at 12 - 22 days, and DTY at 13 - 25 days [4]. Iron Ore - From October 27 to November 2, the total arrival volume at 47 Chinese ports was 3.3141 million tons, a month - on - month increase of 1.2298 million tons [5]. Coking Coal - The capacity utilization rate of 314 independent coal washing plants was 37.6%, a month - on - month increase of 1.15%; the daily output of clean coal was 275,000 tons, a month - on - month increase of 10,000 tons; and the clean coal inventory was 2.95 million tons, a month - on - month increase of 106,000 tons [5]. Steel - As of a certain period, the national building materials social inventory was 638,400 tons, an increase of 2,180 tons from the previous week; the factory inventory was 347,750 tons, a decrease of 8,350 tons; and the production was 397,070 tons, an increase of 1,470 tons [6]. Live Hogs - On November 5, the average wholesale price of pork in the national agricultural product wholesale market was 18.19 yuan/kg, a 0.9% increase from the previous day [6]. Palm Oil - In October, Malaysia's crude palm oil production was 2.07 million tons, a month - on - month increase of 12.31%, reaching an eight - year high [7]. Rapeseed Meal - As of the 44th week of 2025, the total rapeseed meal inventory in major regions of China was 514,800 tons, a decrease of 16,600 tons from the previous week [8]. Silver - The US October ISM services PMI rose 2.4 points to 52.4, the new orders index jumped 5.8 points to 56.2, the service payment price index rose to 70, and the employment index rose to 48.2 [8]. Long - term Treasury Bonds - China's October S&P services PMI was 52.6 (previous value 52.9), and the composite PMI was 51.8 (previous value 52.5) [9]. Soda Ash - The national mainstream price of heavy - duty soda ash was 1,261 yuan/ton, a decrease of 7 yuan/ton from the previous day; the weekly production was 757,600 tons, a month - on - month increase of 2.3%; and the total inventory of soda ash manufacturers was 1.702 million tons, a week - on - week decrease of 0.01% [9]. Methanol - The market price of methanol in Jiangsu Taicang was 2,082 yuan/ton, remaining stable; the domestic weekly methanol capacity utilization rate was 86.73%, an increase of 1.09%; the downstream total capacity utilization rate was 75.03%, a week - on - week decrease of 0.12%; the port sample inventory was 1.5171 million tons, an increase of 10,600 tons; and the sample enterprise production inventory was 386,400 tons, an increase of 10,400 tons [10]. Caustic Soda - The price of 32% liquid caustic soda in Shandong was 800 yuan/ton, remaining stable; the capacity utilization rate of caustic soda was 84.3%, a month - on - month increase of 3.5%; the inventory of liquid caustic soda sample enterprises was 442,600 tons, a week - on - week increase of 6.84% [11].

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Report Industry Investment Rating No information provided. Core Viewpoints of the Report - The price of alumina will remain under pressure, but the support from the cost line is gradually emerging, and the room for further decline may be limited. In the short term, the alumina futures price may fluctuate at a low level. - The price of electrolytic aluminum has the characteristic of being "easy to rise and hard to fall" in the medium and long term. In November, whether the aluminum price can continue to rise depends on the sustainability of inventory reduction and the acceptance of high aluminum prices by downstream users. A strategy of buying on dips is recommended. - The price of ADC12 is expected to maintain a relatively strong oscillation in the short term, and attention should be paid to the raw material supply situation and the rhythm of demand recovery. [6] Summary by Relevant Catalogs 1. Market Outlook - Alumina: The short - term marginal supply of domestic bauxite is tightening, but there is supplementation from imported ores, and the supply is not significantly tight. The price of imported ores is slightly weak. The operating capacity of alumina is at a high level, but the release of new capacity still takes time. Some alumina enterprises in Shanxi, Henan, and Guizhou are close to the break - even point or in a loss state. Considering the possible impact of the heating season in November, attention should be paid to changes in the supply side. - Electrolytic aluminum: The expectation of loose liquidity will be the theme of the macro - market in November. The Fed cut interest rates in October, but a second rate cut in December is "far from a foregone conclusion". After the resolution of the US government shutdown, attention should be paid to US economic data for further guidance. The long - term nature of the competition and game between China and the US is a certainty, but the two sides have a "one - year truce", and concerns about Sino - US trade issues have significantly eased in the short term. The unexpected production cut of an Icelandic smelter highlights the structural problems such as the power bottleneck in the global electrolytic aluminum capacity release. The 45 - million - ton capacity ceiling in China limits the long - term supply elasticity. On the demand side, the loose liquidity environment brought by the Fed's interest - rate cut cycle provides medium - and long - term upward momentum for aluminum prices. - ADC12: The spot price of ADC12 has risen synchronously, with significant cost - side support. The continuous shortage of scrap aluminum supply has pushed up the procurement cost. The supply side is restricted by insufficient raw material circulation and regional policy uncertainty, and some enterprises are operating at a low load. The demand side maintains stable resilience and shows a mild recovery trend. The inventory continues to decline, and the cost rigidity support and the tight supply - demand balance jointly drive the price to strengthen, but high inventory and policy uncertainty still pose constraints. [6] 2. Market Review - In October, the futures prices of alumina and electrolytic aluminum showed a divergent trend. The alumina futures price generally showed a trend of bottom - building in oscillation, falling from a maximum of 2,913 yuan/ton to a minimum of 2,760 yuan/ton. The futures prices of electrolytic aluminum and cast aluminum alloy both increased, with the maximum price of electrolytic aluminum reaching 21,425 yuan/ton and that of cast aluminum alloy reaching 20,920 yuan/ton. [7][8] 3. Macroeconomic Aspects - Sino - US trade: In the short term, concerns about Sino - US trade issues have significantly eased. Although the US announced some trade - restrictive measures in October, through the Sino - US economic and trade consultations in Kuala Lumpur and the meeting between the leaders of the two countries, the two sides reached consensus on many issues, including the cancellation of some tariffs and the suspension of some export control measures for one year. - Industry development: The Fourth Plenary Session of the Central Committee and the "15th Five - Year Plan" proposal have boosted market confidence. The China Non - Ferrous Metals Industry Association called on enterprises to prevent "involution - type" vicious competition and ensure the safety of the industrial chain and supply chain. [12][13][18] 4. Fundamental Aspects - Alumina: The long - term oversupply situation of alumina remains unchanged. In September, China's alumina production was 774,600 tons, a slight month - on - month decrease of 1.7% and a year - on - year increase of 12.7%. The cumulative production from January to September was 6.6836 million tons, a cumulative year - on - year increase of 9.8%. The new capacity is expected to be concentratedly released in the first quarter of 2026. Attention should be paid to the risk of production cuts caused by the heating season, winter stockpiling, and weak spot prices. - Electrolytic aluminum: In September, the weighted average full cost of China's electrolytic aluminum industry was 15,918 yuan/ton, a month - on - month decrease of 193 yuan/ton. The theoretical profit of the industry rose to 4,849 yuan/ton, a month - on - month increase of 301 yuan/ton. The production in September was 381,000 tons, a year - on - year increase of 1.8%. The operating capacity and the proportion of molten aluminum in the industry both increased slightly. As of the end of September, the national electrolytic aluminum production capacity was about 4.584 million tons, and the operating capacity was about 4.406 million tons, both showing a slight increase. Overseas, the sudden production cut of an Icelandic smelter and the possible shutdown of an Australian smelter may cause market concerns about the unstable power supply of overseas aluminum. - Aluminum processing: The operating rates of aluminum processing enterprises are differentiated. The overall operation is stable, with an overall operating rate of 62.4%, a week - on - week decrease of 0.1%. Among them, the operating rate of aluminum profiles is 53.7%, a week - on - week increase of 0.2%; the operating rate of aluminum sheets and strips is 67.0%, a week - on - week decrease of 1.0%; the operating rate of aluminum foils is 71.9%, a week - on - week decrease of 0.4%. - Downstream demand: - Photovoltaic: The new installed capacity of photovoltaic is expected to continue to grow. From January to September 2025, the new installed capacity of photovoltaic was 240.27 GW, a year - on - year increase of 49.35%. In September, the new installed capacity was 9.66 GW, a month - on - month increase of 31.25%. - Real estate: The real estate market is restricted by structural factors, with weak overall investment and purchase demand. From January to September, the construction area, new construction area, and sales area of real estate all decreased year - on - year. - Automobile: The automobile industry continues to maintain high prosperity. In September, the production and sales of automobiles were 3.276 million and 3.226 million respectively, a month - on - month increase of 16.4% and 12.9% respectively, and a year - on - year increase of 17.1% and 14.9% respectively. The production and sales of new energy vehicles also increased significantly. - Home appliances: The home appliance market has entered a seasonal off - season. In September, the production of major home appliances such as air conditioners, refrigerators, washing machines, and color TVs showed different trends. In October, the domestic and export production schedules of household air conditioners decreased year - on - year. - Inventory: Both domestic and foreign exchange inventories are decreasing. The LME aluminum inventory continues to decline, and the SHFE aluminum inventory decreased slightly in the week of October 24. Since mid - October, the social inventory of aluminum ingots has started to decline. As of October 30, the main market electrolytic aluminum inventory in China was 605,000 tons, lower than the same period in 2024. - Recycled aluminum: The production of recycled aluminum remained stable from September to October. As of October 23, the operating rate of the recycled aluminum alloy industry was 58.6%, unchanged week - on - week. The shortage of scrap aluminum resources has led to a slight decline in the operating rate of recycled aluminum alloy last week. In September, the import of unforged aluminum alloy decreased by 13.2% year - on - year. As of October 31, the social inventory and factory inventory of recycled aluminum alloy both decreased week - on - week, indicating a turning point in inventory. [28][30][34][40][46][51][56][59][61][65][67][70][74]

Core Viewpoint - Since August 2025, gold and silver prices have surged to historical highs, but experienced significant adjustments in mid-October due to profit-taking and other factors. The long-term bullish outlook for precious metals remains unchanged, supported by a liquidity easing environment and continued ETF inflows [1] Group 1 - Gold and silver prices have reached historical highs since August 2025 [1] - Mid-October saw a significant price adjustment due to profit-taking [1] - The long-term bullish outlook for precious metals is supported by factors such as liquidity easing and ongoing ETF inflows [1] Group 2 - The absence of major changes in risk aversion sentiment and de-dollarization trends continues to favor precious metals [1] - Gold and silver are expected to regain upward momentum after a phase of adjustment [1] - Precious metals are projected to be a key theme in the commodity market from Q4 2025 to 2026 [1]

Core Viewpoint - The People's Bank of China (PBOC) announced the resumption of open market operations for government bonds, leading to strong market expectations for liquidity easing [1][3]. Group 1: Market Reactions - Following the announcement, government bond yields fell, with 10-year and 30-year yields dropping over 5 basis points in a single day, resulting in a significant increase in bond prices [4]. - The stock market also reacted positively, as liquidity easing typically indicates more available funds, potentially shifting some capital from the bond market to the stock market, particularly benefiting interest-sensitive sectors like technology and consumer goods [6]. Group 2: Operational Context - The resumption of bond buying is a flexible adjustment by the PBOC based on market conditions, with previous operations having provided significant liquidity support, totaling 1 trillion yuan by December 2024 [3]. - The PBOC's operations are not unlimited; they will adjust based on the demand for base currency, market supply and demand, and changes in the yield curve, with historical net purchases typically ranging from 100 billion to 300 billion yuan per month [6]. Group 3: Policy Implications - The decision reflects a coordinated approach between monetary and fiscal policies, as the government has issued a significantly higher volume of debt this year, particularly local government bonds, increasing market supply pressure [8]. - The resumption of bond purchases is expected to provide liquidity support for government debt issuance, lower financing costs, and strengthen the pricing benchmark for government bonds, aligning with the PBOC's stance on maintaining relatively loose social financing conditions [8]. Group 4: Broader Economic Impact - For the general public, the decline in government bond yields may lead to lower returns on low-risk financial products, prompting investors to adjust their asset allocations towards equities [8]. - Enhanced liquidity in the banking sector could result in lower interest rates for loans, benefiting individuals and businesses with financing needs, while improved liquidity conditions may stimulate consumption and employment, fostering a positive economic cycle [8]. Group 5: Market Participants' Focus - Bond traders will closely monitor the direction and scale of PBOC operations, while stock investors will need to observe the effectiveness of liquidity transmission to the real economy [10]. - International investors may view this move as a signal of deeper engagement in the Chinese bond market, potentially increasing the attractiveness of renminbi assets [10].

Report Summary Key Points of Each Product Steel Products - **Rebar**: On October 27, domestic steel prices mostly rose, with the average price of 20mm third - grade seismic rebar in 31 major cities reaching 3234 yuan/ton, up 15 yuan/ton from the previous trading day. Due to positive macro - expectations, potential balance between supply and demand, and cost support, short - term steel prices may fluctuate upward [1]. - **Iron Ore**: From October 20 - 26, the arrival volume of iron ore at 47 ports in China decreased. Considering supply, demand, inventory, and macro factors, short - term iron ore prices may fluctuate upward [4]. - **Coke**: The average national ton - coke profit is - 41 yuan/ton. With supply weakening due to cost pressure and demand slightly declining, but with relatively strong iron - water production and cost support, the coke market will fluctuate upward [5]. Energy Products - **Crude Oil**: Iraq's oil exports are 3.6 million barrels per day. The market is worried about OPEC supply. With upcoming macro - events and sanctions on Russia under observation, oil prices are likely to fluctuate upward this week, being in a stage of short - term geopolitical bullishness versus long - term supply - demand bearishness [2]. Agricultural Products - **Pig**: On October 27, the national pig price generally rose. With improved consumption due to cooling and reduced end - of - month slaughter pressure, short - term prices are expected to be strong. Pig futures prices have rebounded, but the upward momentum may be limited [6]. - **Palm Oil**: As of October 24, 2025, the commercial inventory of palm oil increased. With concerns about the B50 plan and weakening demand while production increases, palm oil prices will face downward pressure in the short term [7]. - **Soybean**: Imported soybean prices are stable, and domestic demand offsets trade - tension pressure, with short - term soybean futures (bean two) stabilizing. Domestic new - season soybeans are strong, with a bullish market sentiment [8]. Precious Metals - **Silver**: The market believes the probability of a 10 - month interest rate cut is 97%. Silver is long - term bullish but short - term downward - fluctuating, with limited downward space [9]. - **Gold**: The weakening of risk - aversion sentiment has led to a significant correction in gold prices. The expected interest rate cut has limited impact. Gold may oscillate at a high level in the medium term [9]. Financial Products - **Medium - and Long - Term Treasury Bonds**: The resumption of open - market treasury bond trading operations by the central bank is a bullish factor for the bond market. However, due to liquidity and the stock - bond seesaw effect, bond market operations are more difficult, with a mid - term slightly bullish outlook [10]. Chemical Products - **Methanol**: The domestic methanol market has high production, stable demand, and a slight increase in port inventory. The 01 contract is expected to fluctuate in the short term, with support at 2245 [11]. - **Soda Ash**: The domestic soda ash market is stable, with stable production, general demand, and a slight increase in inventory. The 01 contract is expected to fluctuate, with support at 1235 [12]. - **Plastic**: LLDPE supply is expected to remain high, while downstream demand is increasing. The L2601 contract is expected to fluctuate slightly upward in the short term, with support at 7000 [13]. Report's Core View The report analyzes multiple commodities, including steel, energy, agricultural products, precious metals, financial products, and chemical products. It assesses each commodity's supply, demand, inventory, and macro - factors to predict their short - and medium - term price trends, providing investment suggestions such as short - term trading strategies and risk - management advice. Report Industry Investment Rating The report does not provide an overall industry investment rating.

Report Summary 1. Report Industry Investment Ratings No industry investment ratings are provided in the report. 2. Core Views - **Gold**: The US September CPI data led to market expectations of Fed rate - cuts. The strong US dollar is bearish for gold, but gold buying power remains strong. Gold is expected to oscillate at a high level in the medium - term [1]. - **Soda Ash**: The domestic soda ash market is weakly stable. The 01 contract is expected to oscillate in the short - term, with support at 1220. It is recommended to wait and see or do short - term long on dips [2]. - **Rebar**: The medium - long - term over - capacity in the steel industry may be alleviated, but short - term impact is limited. Rebar demand is improving but at a low level. The price is expected to oscillate at a low level in the short - term [4]. - **Iron Ore**: Supply is relatively stable, and demand is supported by high iron - water levels. However, the profit contraction of steel mills and the end of the peak season limit demand. The price is expected to oscillate in the short - term [5]. - **Coking Coal**: Supply is tightening, and demand from downstream and intermediate sectors is strong. The coal price is strong, and the futures price is expected to be supported in the short - term [6]. - **Pigs**: With increased demand due to lower temperatures and reduced slaughter pressure, the pig price may strengthen after adjustment. The futures price is expected to rebound at the bottom in the short - term [7]. - **Palm Oil**: As the traditional production - reduction season approaches in November, the futures price may recover. However, due to expected ample supply, the spot price is under pressure. The price is expected to oscillate in the short - term [7]. - **Soybeans**: Imported soybean spot market is firm, and domestic demand is strong. Bean 2 is expected to stabilize in the short - term. Domestic new - season soybeans are strong [8]. - **Medium - Long - Term Treasury Bonds**: Liquidity is loose, which supports the bond market. But with the stock market breaking through the previous range, the bond market operation is more difficult. It is expected to oscillate with a slightly bearish bias in the medium - term [9]. - **Silver**: US economic data in October is positive, which is bullish for silver. With a high probability of rate - cuts in October, the downside is limited. It is long - term bullish and short - term oscillating [9]. - **PVC**: Domestic PVC production is expected to increase, while demand is entering the off - season. The price is expected to oscillate in the short - term, with support at 4695 for the 01 contract. It is recommended to wait and see [10]. - **Methanol**: Domestic methanol production is at a high level, and downstream demand is stable. The port inventory is accumulating slightly. The 01 contract is expected to oscillate weakly in the short - term, with resistance at 2300. It is recommended to wait for further stabilization [11]. - **Crude Oil**: The crude oil market is in a game between short - term geopolitical bullish factors and long - term supply - demand bearish factors. A short - term low - level bullish approach is recommended [11]. 3. Summary by Variety Gold - US September CPI rose 3% year - on - year, lower than expected. Core CPI and service inflation slowed. The market fully priced in two 25 - basis - point Fed rate cuts [1]. - The strong US dollar is bearish for gold, but buying power remains strong. Gold may oscillate at a high level in the medium - term [1]. Soda Ash - The national mainstream price of heavy - quality soda ash is 1271 yuan/ton, with stable recent prices. Weekly production is 74.05 tons, down 3.93% week - on - week [2]. - Total inventory of soda ash manufacturers is 170.21 tons, up 0.09% week - on - week. The float glass market has stable start - up, rising inventory, and average trading [2]. Rebar - The blast - furnace start - up rate of 247 steel mills is 84.71%, up 0.44 percentage points week - on - week. The iron - making capacity utilization rate is 89.94%, down 0.39 percentage points [4]. - Steel mill profitability is 47.62%, down 7.79 percentage points week - on - week. Daily average pig - iron output is 239.9 tons, down 1.05 tons week - on - week [4]. Iron Ore - The total inventory of imported iron ore at 45 ports is 14423.59 tons, up 145.32 tons week - on - week. The daily average port clearance volume is 312.65 tons, down 3.07 tons [5]. - The number of ships at ports is 107, down 17. Supply is stable, and demand is supported by high iron - water levels, but profit contraction affects demand [5]. Coking Coal - The capacity utilization rate of independent coking enterprises is 73.47%, down 0.77%. Daily coke production is 64.61 tons, down 0.68 tons [6]. - Coke inventory is 58.64 tons, up 1.35 tons. Coking coal inventory is 1029.70 tons, up 32.33 tons. Supply is tightening, and demand is strong [6]. Pigs - As of October 24, the average slaughter weight of pigs is 123.21 kg, down 0.22 kg. The weekly slaughter start - up rate is 35.3%, down 0.34% [7]. - The profit of purchasing piglets for breeding is - 279.65 yuan/head, up 67.28 yuan/head. The self - breeding profit is - 149.54 yuan/head, up 53.28 yuan/head [7]. Palm Oil - The estimated export volume of Malaysian palm oil from October 1 - 25 is 1283814 tons, down 0.4%. The futures price may recover in November, but spot price is under pressure [7]. Soybeans - In the 43rd week (October 18 - 24), the actual soybean crushing volume of domestic oil mills is 236.74 tons, with a start - up rate of 65.13%. The 44th - week start - up rate is expected to decline slightly [8]. Medium - Long - Term Treasury Bonds - The central bank will conduct 900 billion yuan of MLF operations on October 27, with a net investment of 200 billion yuan. Liquidity is loose, but the bond market operation is difficult due to the stock market [9]. Silver - The US October manufacturing, service, and composite PMI are all better than expected. Economic data is positive for silver, and the downside is limited due to expected rate - cuts [9]. PVC - The price of East China SG - 5 type PVC is 4600 yuan/ton, down 10 yuan/ton. The capacity utilization rate is 76.57%, down 0.12% week - on - week [10]. - Social inventory is 103.52 tons, down 0.13% week - on - week. Domestic production is expected to increase, and demand is entering the off - season [10]. Methanol - The market price of methanol in Jiangsu Taicang is 2240 yuan/ton, down 10 yuan/ton. The domestic weekly capacity utilization rate is 87.4%, down 2.13% [11]. - Port inventory is 151.22 tons, up 2.08 tons week - on - week. The 01 contract is expected to oscillate weakly in the short - term [11]. Crude Oil - After the US sanctions on Russian oil companies, Reliance Industries stops buying Russian oil. The market is in a game between short - term geopolitical and long - term supply - demand factors [11].

Summary of Conference Call on Non-Ferrous Metals Industry Industry Overview - The non-ferrous metals industry, including gold, copper, aluminum, and small metals like tungsten and lithium, is experiencing a positive outlook with strong market confidence despite some concerns regarding price fluctuations and supply-demand dynamics [2][14]. Key Points and Arguments Gold Market - Gold prices are expected to find strong support between $3,900 and $4,000, with an adjustment period of 2 to 4 weeks, potentially leading to consolidation until early next year. Inflation may drive future price increases [1][4][15]. - Companies involved in gold production are projected to have a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of gold output between 10% to 20% from 2026 to 2029, indicating strong investment potential despite price fluctuations [1][5]. Copper Market - The price of copper is anticipated to be influenced more by supply-demand fundamentals rather than movements in gold prices. A significant price increase is expected in 2026, potentially exceeding $11,000, driven by global liquidity easing [1][7][15]. - Supply shortages are projected for copper due to production guidance reductions from several mines, which could lead to a supply shortfall of approximately 2% in 2026 [8]. Aluminum Market - The electrolytic aluminum sector has outperformed expectations, with domestic production peaking and no significant increases in overseas supply. The demand for aluminum alloys and rods is improving, leading to a favorable supply-demand balance [1][9][10]. - Aluminum is characterized by low absolute and relative valuations, with a strong dividend trend, making it a valuable investment opportunity [16]. Small Metals Market - Recent price increases have been observed in small metals such as tungsten, lithium carbonate, and magnesium. Cobalt prices may rise above 400,000 yuan due to supportive supply-demand fundamentals [1][11]. - Tungsten is experiencing a strategic shortage, while lithium's demand is currently strong but supply has not yet caught up, indicating potential for future price increases [11][17]. Steel Market - The steel market faces short-term export pressures but is not expected to collapse. Profit margins for steel companies remain around 55%, although many are operating at minimal profits [3][13]. - Strategic investments in low-valuation, high-dividend steel companies are recommended, especially as some regions begin to reduce production to maintain prices [3][13]. Additional Important Insights - The overall sentiment in the non-ferrous metals sector remains optimistic, with concerns primarily focused on gold price volatility and potential unexpected changes in aluminum supply [2][14]. - The market dynamics for copper and aluminum are largely independent of gold price movements, emphasizing the importance of individual supply-demand fundamentals [6][14]. This summary encapsulates the key insights from the conference call regarding the non-ferrous metals industry, highlighting the positive outlook and investment opportunities across various segments.

Investment Rating - Maintain "Buy" rating for the sector [5] Core Views - The report indicates that the precious metals market is expected to maintain a bullish trend in the medium to long term due to inflationary pressures and global liquidity easing, despite recent price corrections [1][34] - For industrial metals, copper prices are supported by tight supply conditions and liquidity easing, while aluminum prices are expected to show strong fluctuations due to overseas production cuts and geopolitical tensions [2][3] - Energy metals, particularly lithium, are projected to see strong price performance driven by positive demand expectations, while cobalt prices are also on an upward trend despite cautious purchasing strategies from downstream buyers [3][25] Summary by Sections Precious Metals - U.S. September CPI recorded at 3%, lower than the expected 3.1%, indicating a potential for interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve [1][34] - The consumer confidence index in the U.S. has declined to 53.6, reflecting weak economic fundamentals [1][34] - The report suggests that the recent pullback in gold prices is considered sufficient, and long-term bullish trends remain intact [1][34] Industrial Metals - Copper prices are supported by tight supply due to disruptions in mining and easing liquidity conditions [2] - Global copper inventory increased by 19,400 tons, with Chinese inventory rising by 17,100 tons [2] - The report highlights that the aluminum industry in China is maintaining production levels, while overseas production cuts are expected to support aluminum prices [2] - Nickel demand remains strong, particularly in the battery sector, with prices expected to rise [2] Energy Metals - Lithium prices are showing strong performance, with battery-grade lithium carbonate prices rising by 5.4% to 80,000 yuan/ton [3][25] - Cobalt prices are also on the rise, supported by strong demand from the ternary material sector, although purchasing strategies are becoming more cautious [3][25] Key Stocks - Recommended stocks include: - Zijin Mining, Shandong Gold, and Chifeng Jilong Gold for precious metals [1] - Luoyang Molybdenum, Nanshan Aluminum, and China Hongqiao for industrial metals [2][8] - Ganfeng Lithium and Tianqi Lithium for energy metals [3][8]

Group 1 - The Chinese assets are becoming increasingly attractive, with the Nasdaq Golden Dragon Index rising by 1.66%, driven by significant gains in Alibaba (3.64%), Baidu (2.9%), and JD.com (2.1%) [1] - Goldman Sachs predicts a 30% increase in the Chinese stock market over the next three years, citing an 80% rebound in the MSCI China Index since its 2022 low and expected corporate earnings growth of 12% [1][2] - Morgan Stanley highlights that global capital allocation to Chinese stocks remains "pitifully low," indicating potential for further investment [1] Group 2 - Intel reported a third-quarter revenue of $13.65 billion, marking a significant turnaround from a loss of $0.46 per share last year, with a gross margin of 40% exceeding expectations [2] - The Federal Reserve may halt quantitative tightening (QT) as early as next week, which could lead to increased liquidity in the market, reversing the previous trend of withdrawing liquidity [2] - The WTI crude oil price surged by 5.62% to $61.79 per barrel, signaling a potential shift in global capital allocation as liquidity conditions change [4] Group 3 - Gold prices rose by 1.62% to $4,131 per ounce, with analysts suggesting that central banks and wealthy investors are accumulating gold, anticipating a new era of liquidity [4] - Goldman Sachs maintains a bullish outlook on gold, projecting a target price of $4,900 per ounce by the end of 2026, emphasizing the potential for upward price movement [4] - The current market dynamics suggest that the upcoming FOMC meeting in October could lead to significant shifts in global capital markets, particularly if the Fed stops its tightening measures [6]