Fundamental Analysis - Gold prices have rebounded, reaching around $3,352 per ounce, with a notable increase of nearly $40 on Wednesday, closing at $3,348.20, reflecting a rise of approximately 1% [1] - The decline in the US dollar index, which fell by 0.13% to 98.20, has made gold cheaper for holders of other currencies, stimulating global demand [1] - Political pressures from President Trump on the Federal Reserve, including calls for the resignation of Governor Cook, have contributed to the weakening of the dollar, which in turn benefits gold as a hedge against political risk [2] Market Sentiment - The Federal Reserve's July meeting minutes revealed a split among decision-makers, with only two officials supporting a rate cut, while the majority preferred to maintain current rates, reinforcing market expectations for a potential rate cut in September [4] - Goldman Sachs maintains a bullish outlook on gold, predicting prices could reach $4,000 per ounce by mid-2026, driven by strong central bank demand, easing monetary policy, and a 30% chance of a recession in the next 12 months [5] Technical Analysis - Gold prices are currently trading within a consolidation range of $3,300 to $3,400, with short-term movements reflecting a triangular pattern, indicating potential volatility in the near term [8]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Views of the Report - Overseas risk appetite continues to contract, with A-shares surging and the Science and Technology Innovation 50 leading the gains. The market is waiting for the further development of the relationships among the US, Europe, Russia, and Ukraine, as well as the guidance from Fed Chair Powell's speech at the Jackson Hole Global Central Bank Annual Meeting on Friday [2][5]. - The prices of precious metals rebounded due to increased market uncertainty. Copper prices are waiting for a driving force. Aluminum prices are expected to adjust within a limited range. Alumina prices face increasing pressure. Zinc prices are stabilizing and recovering. Lead prices are weakly oscillating. Tin prices are in a tangled state. Industrial silicon prices are weakly oscillating. Lithium carbonate prices are fluctuating widely. Nickel prices are oscillating within a range. Crude oil prices are oscillating. Soybean and rapeseed meal prices may oscillate. Palm oil prices may oscillate and adjust [4][6][8][10][11][13][15][16][19][20][21][22][25]. 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Macro - Overseas: The Fed's July meeting minutes released hawkish signals. Most people believe that inflation risks are higher than employment risks, with differences focusing on the impact of tariffs and interest rate levels. Some are worried about the instability of long - term inflation expectations and the fragility of the US Treasury market, and also concerned about the potential risks of stablecoins. Trump pressured to remove "dissidents" from the Fed, and the independence of the Fed is under threat. The market risk appetite continues to decline, with the US dollar index oscillating weakly, the 10Y US Treasury yield slightly declining, and US stocks continuing to fall. Gold, copper, and oil all rebounded. Attention is paid to the US August PMI tonight [2]. - Domestic: Leaders conducted intensive research and made speeches. A - shares rebounded after Wednesday's oscillation, with the trading volume shrinking to 2.45 trillion yuan. The market risk appetite recovered, the Science and Technology Innovation 50 rose by more than 3%, and sectors such as GPU and liquor led the gains. The bond market fell again as the stock market strengthened. The short - term risk appetite may be approaching the peak, and the bond market is expected to start a recovery [3]. 3.2 Precious Metals - On Wednesday, international precious metal futures prices both closed higher. Trump's call for Fed Governor Cook to resign increased market uncertainty, the US dollar index turned down, and precious metal prices rebounded. The Fed's July meeting minutes were hawkish. The meeting between the leaders of the US, Ukraine, and Russia cooled down. Investor risk aversion increased. Short - term precious metal prices are expected to maintain an oscillating trend [4][5]. 3.3 Copper - On Wednesday, the main contract of Shanghai copper oscillated narrowly, and LME copper sought support at the 9700 level. The macro situation shows that the Fed is facing a dilemma between rising inflation and a deteriorating employment market. The market is highly concerned about Powell's speech at the Jackson Hole Central Bank Annual Meeting on Friday. The CME observation tool shows that the probability of a Fed rate cut in September is 85%. In terms of industry, First Quantum has launched a $1.25 billion expansion project for its Kansanshi copper mine in Zambia. Short - term copper prices are expected to maintain an oscillating state waiting for a driving force [6][7]. 3.4 Aluminum - On Wednesday, the main contract of Shanghai aluminum closed at 20,535 yuan/ton, down 0.19%. The LME aluminum closed at $2,577/ton, up 0.37%. The Fed's July meeting minutes were hawkish. The short - term attitude of the Fed needs to be further observed. Fundamentally, aluminum prices have slightly declined in the past two days. At the transition between the off - season and peak season, downstream restocking at low prices has slightly improved, and the spot discount has converged. Technically, the downward adjustment range of aluminum prices is expected to be limited [8][9]. 3.5 Alumina - On Wednesday, the main contract of alumina futures closed at 3,147 yuan/ton, up 0.03%. The supply of alumina is expected to increase in the future, and the warehouse receipt inventory continues to accumulate, so the price pressure is increasing. Attention should be paid to the changes in production capacity [10]. 3.6 Zinc - On Wednesday, the main contract of Shanghai zinc oscillated narrowly during the day and slightly shifted upwards at night, and LME zinc closed higher. In July, the import of zinc concentrates exceeded expectations, while the import of refined zinc met expectations. Currently, raw materials are abundant. As zinc prices fall to near the previous low, downstream price fixing at low points increases. Short - term zinc prices are stabilizing and recovering, waiting for the guidance from Powell's speech on Friday [11][12]. 3.7 Lead - On Wednesday, the main contract of Shanghai lead oscillated narrowly both during the day and at night, and LME lead closed higher. Globally, the high visible inventory exerts pressure on lead prices. Domestically, the improvement in consumption falls short of expectations, and the production side is relatively stable. Lead prices lack the driving force to rise but also have no continuous downward momentum due to cost support. The fundamentals maintain a state of weak supply and demand [13][14]. 3.8 Tin - On Wednesday, the main contract of Shanghai tin first declined and then rebounded during the day and moved horizontally at night, and LME tin oscillated. In July, Myanmar's tin mines resumed production, but China's imports from Myanmar decreased instead. Indonesia's exports of refined tin decreased month - on - month, and overseas supplies remained tight. In the short term, the low LME inventory is difficult to reverse. Near Powell's speech, the expectation of a rate cut in September is volatile, and tin prices are in a tangled state [15]. 3.9 Industrial Silicon - On Wednesday, the main contract of industrial silicon oscillated weakly. Fundamentally, the supply side is showing a marginal loosening trend, while the demand side has limited consumption growth. The social inventory decreased slightly last week. The domestic anti - involution sentiment has cooled down. Short - term futures prices are expected to enter a weakly oscillating state [16][17]. 3.10 Carbonate Lithium - On Wednesday, carbonate lithium was weakly running, and the spot price was stable. An upstream salt factory in Jiangxi announced the resumption of production, but the actual output in August is expected to be limited. The core factor driving the wide - range price fluctuations may be the market's lack of confidence in the supply contraction promoted by policies. Short - term lithium prices may fluctuate widely due to emotional disturbances [19]. 3.11 Nickel - On Wednesday, nickel prices oscillated. The Fed's July meeting minutes showed that the economic outlook remains pessimistic. Under the expectation of abundant nickel ore supply, the price is still strong, but nickel iron plants are under cost pressure. The refined nickel market is warming up. Nickel prices are at the lower end of the range, and attention should be paid to the rebound at low levels [20]. 3.12 Crude Oil - On Wednesday, crude oil oscillated and strengthened. The market is waiting for the progress of the tripartite peace talks, and the market disturbances are relatively limited. The significant inventory reduction by the EIA has temporarily boosted market sentiment. However, the bearish fundamentals and the expectation of cooling geopolitical risks remain unchanged, and oil prices maintain an oscillating and wait - and - see state [21]. 3.13 Soybean and Rapeseed Meal - On Wednesday, the soybean meal 01 contract fell, and the rapeseed meal 01 contract rose. The second - day inspection results showed that the number of soybean pods in Nebraska was good, while that in Indiana was slightly lower than the same period last year. The dry weather in the US soybean - producing areas is expected to continue, and the yield per unit may be lowered. US soybean growers hope to reach a trade agreement with China. Short - term soybean and rapeseed meal prices may oscillate [22][23][24]. 3.14 Palm Oil - On Wednesday, the palm oil 01 contract fell. The latest data shows that the export demand for Malaysian palm oil is good, which supports the price and limits the decline. The US's exemption obligation for small refineries may be introduced earlier than expected, and US soybean oil oscillated and fell. Short - term palm oil prices may oscillate and adjust [25][26].

1. Report Industry Investment Ratings - No investment ratings are provided in the reports. 2. Core Views of the Reports Copper - In the short - term, copper pricing returns to macro trading. With weak economic expectations, the upside of copper prices is under pressure, but the downside space is also difficult to open. It is expected to fluctuate within a range, with the main contract referring to 77,500 - 79,000 yuan/ton. The key lies in the inflation and employment data in the US in August, which will determine the Fed's decision in the September interest - rate meeting [1]. Aluminum - For alumina, the market will remain in a slight surplus, with the main contract price expected to fluctuate widely between 3,000 - 3,300 yuan/ton this week. It is recommended to short at high prices. For electrolytic aluminum, short - term prices are still under pressure at high levels, with the main contract price reference of 20,000 - 21,000 yuan/ton, and focus on the 21,000 pressure level [3]. Aluminum Alloy - The supply - demand weakness pattern of recycled aluminum alloy is expected to continue, with the price mainly fluctuating narrowly, and the main contract referring to 19,600 - 20,400 yuan/ton [4]. Zinc - In the short - term, the driving force for zinc prices is weak, and they are likely to fluctuate, with the main contract referring to 21,500 - 23,000 yuan/ton [6]. Tin - In the short - term, the driving force for tin prices is limited, and they will fluctuate widely. If the supply from Myanmar recovers smoothly, a short - selling strategy is recommended; if the supply recovery is less than expected, tin prices are expected to remain high and fluctuate [9]. Nickel - The short - term nickel price is expected to adjust within a range, with the main contract referring to 118,000 - 126,000 yuan/ton. Attention should be paid to changes in macro expectations [10]. Stainless Steel - In the short - term, the stainless - steel price will mainly fluctuate within a range, with the main contract operating between 12,800 - 13,500 yuan/ton. Attention should be paid to policy trends and ferronickel dynamics [11]. Lithium Carbonate - In the short - term, lithium carbonate prices are expected to fluctuate widely, with strong support likely between 75,000 - 80,000 yuan/ton [12]. 3. Summaries by Relevant Catalogs Price and Basis - SMM 1 electrolytic copper price is 78,770 yuan/ton, down 0.42% from the previous value [1]. - SMM A00 aluminum price is 20,520 yuan/ton, down 0.34% from the previous value [3]. - SMM aluminum alloy ADC12 price remains unchanged at 20,350 yuan/ton [4]. - SMM 0 zinc ingot price is 22,170 yuan/ton, down 0.14% from the previous value [6]. - SMM 1 tin price is 267,500 yuan/ton, up 0.49% from the previous value [9]. - SMM 1 electrolytic nickel price is 120,900 yuan/ton, down 0.62% from the previous value [10]. - 304/2B (Wuxi Hongwang 2.0 roll) stainless steel price is 13,050 yuan/ton, down 0.38% from the previous value [11]. - SMM battery - grade lithium carbonate average price is 85,700 yuan/ton, unchanged from the previous value [12]. Fundamental Data Copper - July electrolytic copper production is 1174.3 thousand tons, up 3.47% month - on - month [1]. - July electrolytic copper imports are 296.9 thousand tons, down 1.20% from the previous month [1]. Aluminum - July alumina production is 7.6502 million tons, up 5.40% month - on - month [3]. - July electrolytic aluminum production is 3.7214 million tons, up 3.11% month - on - month [3]. Aluminum Alloy - July recycled aluminum alloy ingot production is 625 thousand tons, up 1.63% month - on - month [4]. - July primary aluminum alloy ingot production is 266 thousand tons, up 4.31% month - on - month [4]. Zinc - July refined zinc production is 602.8 thousand tons, up 3.03% month - on - month [6]. - July refined zinc imports are 17.9 thousand tons, down 50.35% from the previous month [6]. Tin - July tin ore imports are 10,278 tons, down 13.71% month - on - month [9]. - July SMM refined tin production is 15,940 tons, up 15.42% month - on - month [9]. Nickel - China's refined nickel production in a certain period is 31,800 tons, down 10.04% month - on - month [10]. - Refined nickel imports in a certain period are 19,157 tons, up 116.90% from the previous period [10]. Stainless Steel - China's 300 - series stainless steel crude steel production (43 enterprises) in a certain period is 1.7133 million tons, down 3.83% month - on - month [11]. - Stainless steel imports in a certain period are 109.5 thousand tons, down 12.48% month - on - month [11]. Lithium Carbonate - July lithium carbonate production is 93,958 tons, up 4.41% month - on - month [12]. - July lithium carbonate demand is 96,275 tons, up 2.62% month - on - month [12].

1. Report Industry Investment Ratings No investment ratings for the entire industry are provided in the report. 2. Core Views of the Report - The A - share market showed a trend of opening low and rising high, with semiconductor stocks performing strongly. However, the four major stock index futures contracts declined, and it is expected that the market will enter a high - level shock to wait for the decision of the direction. [2][3][4] - The sentiment in the bond market is fragile, and the performance of treasury bond futures was weak in the afternoon, affected by the stock market. It is recommended to wait and see in the short - term and consider a curve - steepening strategy. [5][6] - For precious metals, due to the divergence among Fed officials and political pressure on some officials, investors' concerns have reignited, and precious metals prices rebounded. It is recommended to use bull - spread strategies for gold and maintain a low - buying mindset for silver. [8][9][10] - The container shipping futures are expected to be weakly volatile, and it is recommended to hold short positions in the 10 - contract. [13] - The prices of non - ferrous metals such as copper, aluminum, and zinc are mainly in a state of shock, affected by factors such as macro - economic data, supply and demand fundamentals, and inventory levels. [14][17][22] - The steel market maintains a shock pattern, with the fundamentals of rebar and hot - rolled coil showing differentiation. Iron ore and coking coal prices will follow the trend of steel products, and it is recommended to buy at low prices. [41][43][46] - For agricultural products, the long - term outlook for meal products is positive, while the prices of live pigs are affected by factors such as consumption and the epidemic, and the corn market is under supply pressure and shows a weak trend. [54][56][61] 3. Summary by Directory Financial Derivatives - Financial Futures Stock Index Futures - **Market Situation**: The A - share market opened low and rose high, with the Shanghai Composite Index rising 1.04%. The four major stock index futures contracts declined, and the basis of the main contracts fluctuated neutrally. [2][3] - **News**: In July, China's general public budget revenue increased year - on - year, and overseas news mainly involved the US's stance on Ukraine and the expansion of steel and aluminum tariffs. [3][4] - **Funding**: On August 20, the trading volume of A - shares decreased, and the central bank conducted reverse repurchase operations with a net investment of 49.75 billion yuan. [4] - **Operation Suggestion**: It is recommended to buy put options to protect long positions or partially take profits on previous positions. [4] Treasury Bond Futures - **Market Performance**: Most treasury bond futures contracts closed down, and the yields of major interest - rate bonds generally rose. [5] - **Funding**: The central bank conducted 616 billion yuan of 7 - day reverse repurchase operations, with a net investment of 49.75 billion yuan. The inter - bank liquidity became balanced in the afternoon. [5][6] - **Operation Suggestion**: Wait and see in the short - term and consider a curve - steepening strategy. [6] Financial Derivatives - Precious Metals - **News**: The US and China had a good dialogue on economic and trade issues. The Fed's July meeting minutes showed internal differences, and there were political incidents involving Fed officials. [7][8] - **Market Performance**: Precious metals prices rebounded after a decline, with international gold rising 0.99% and international silver rising 1.41%. [9] - **Outlook and Suggestion**: There is still a demand for hedging in the market. It is recommended to use bull - spread strategies for gold and maintain a low - buying mindset for silver. [10][11] Financial Derivatives - Container Shipping Futures - **Spot Quotes**: The spot quotes of major shipping companies are provided, and the container shipping index shows a decline in the European line index and an increase in the US - West line index. [12] - **Fundamentals**: The global container shipping capacity has increased, and the demand in the eurozone and the US is at a certain level. [12] - **Logic and Suggestion**: The spot price is in a downward phase, which may put pressure on the futures price. It is recommended to hold short positions in the 10 - contract. [13] Commodity Futures - Non - Ferrous Metals Copper - **Spot**: The average price of electrolytic copper decreased, and the actual transaction was limited. [14] - **Macro**: The short - term trading focus is on the expectation of interest - rate cuts, and the US inflation data affects the expectation. [14][17] - **Supply**: The TC of copper concentrates increased slightly, and the production of refined copper increased in July. It is expected to decrease slightly in August. [15] - **Demand**: The operating rate of copper rod processing showed a mixed trend, and the overall demand was resilient. [16] - **Inventory**: COMEX and domestic social inventories increased, while LME inventory decreased. [16] - **Logic and Suggestion**: The copper price is mainly in a range - bound state, with the main contract reference range of 77,500 - 79,000 yuan/ton. [17] Aluminum Oxide - **Spot**: The spot price showed a north - south differentiation, with the north under pressure and the south supported. [17] - **Supply**: The production of metallurgical - grade aluminum oxide increased in July, and the operating capacity is expected to increase slightly in August. [18] - **Inventory**: The port inventory decreased, and the warehouse receipt registration increased. [18] - **Logic and Suggestion**: The market is in a state of slight surplus, and it is recommended to wait and see in the short - term and short at high prices in the medium - term. [19] Aluminum - **Spot**: The average price of A00 aluminum decreased, and the premium increased. [20] - **Supply**: The production of electrolytic aluminum increased in July, and the proportion of molten aluminum decreased. [20] - **Demand**: The operating rates of downstream industries increased slightly, but it is still in the off - season. [20] - **Inventory**: The domestic inventory of electrolytic aluminum ingots increased, and the LME inventory remained unchanged. [21] - **Logic and Suggestion**: The aluminum price is expected to be under pressure at a high level, with the main contract reference range of 20,000 - 21,000 yuan/ton. [22] Aluminum Alloy - **Spot**: The average price of aluminum alloy ADC12 remained unchanged. [23] - **Supply**: The production of recycled aluminum alloy ingots increased in July, and it is expected to remain stable in August. [23] - **Demand**: The demand was under pressure in July, and it is expected to improve marginally in late August. [23][24] - **Inventory**: The social inventory increased. [23] - **Logic and Suggestion**: The market is in a state of weak supply and demand, and the price difference between aluminum alloy and aluminum is expected to converge. The main contract reference range is 19,600 - 20,400 yuan/ton. [24] Zinc - **Spot**: The average price of 0 zinc ingots decreased, and the market trading was general. [25] - **Supply**: The zinc ore supply is in a loose cycle, and the production of refined zinc increased in July. [26] - **Demand**: The operating rates of primary processing industries were at a seasonal low, and the spot premium was weak. [27] - **Inventory**: The domestic social inventory increased, and the LME inventory decreased. [28] - **Logic and Suggestion**: The zinc price is expected to fluctuate, with the main contract reference range of 21,500 - 23,000 yuan/ton. [28] Tin - **Spot**: The price of 1 tin increased, and the market transaction was dull. [29] - **Supply**: The import of tin ore decreased in July, and the supply is difficult to improve in the short - term. [29] - **Demand**: The demand for solder decreased, and the overall demand is expected to be weak. [30] - **Inventory**: The LME inventory and social inventory decreased. [30] - **Logic and Suggestion**: The tin price is in a wide - range shock, and it is recommended to wait and see. [31] Nickel - **Spot**: The average price of electrolytic nickel decreased. [31] - **Supply**: The production of refined nickel was at a high level and is expected to increase slightly. [32] - **Demand**: The demand for electroplating and alloys was stable, while the demand for stainless steel and nickel sulfate was general. [32] - **Inventory**: The overseas inventory decreased, and the domestic social inventory increased slightly. [32] - **Logic and Suggestion**: The nickel price is expected to adjust in a range, with the main contract reference range of 118,000 - 126,000 yuan/ton. [33] Stainless Steel - **Spot**: The price of 304 cold - rolled stainless steel decreased, and the basis increased. [34][35] - **Raw Materials**: The prices of nickel ore and ferro - nickel were stable, and the price of ferro - chrome was expected to be strong. [35][37] - **Supply**: The planned production of stainless steel in August is expected to increase. [35] - **Inventory**: The social inventory decreased slowly, and the warehouse receipt increased. [36] - **Logic and Suggestion**: The stainless - steel price is expected to fluctuate in a range, with the main contract reference range of 12,800 - 13,500 yuan/ton. [37] Lithium Carbonate - **Spot**: The spot price of lithium carbonate remained unchanged, and the transaction improved after the price decline. [38] - **Supply**: The production of lithium carbonate increased in July and is expected to increase in August. [39] - **Demand**: The demand is expected to be optimistic, and the seasonal performance is weakened. [39] - **Inventory**: The overall inventory decreased slightly last week. [40] - **Logic and Suggestion**: The lithium carbonate price is expected to fluctuate widely, and it is recommended to wait and see and try to go long at low prices. [41] Commodity Futures - Black Metals Steel - **Spot**: The futures price first fell and then rose, and the basis strengthened. [41] - **Cost and Profit**: The cost support is expected to weaken, and the profit of steel products decreased. [42] - **Supply**: The production of iron and steel increased in August, and there is a pressure of inventory accumulation in August - September. [42] - **Demand**: The overall demand for steel increased year - on - year, but the demand for rebar decreased this period. [42] - **Inventory**: The inventory of five major steel products increased this week. [43] - **View**: The steel market is expected to maintain a high - level shock, and it is recommended to wait and see. [43] Iron Ore - **Spot**: The prices of mainstream iron ore powders showed a mixed trend. [45] - **Futures**: The prices of iron ore futures contracts decreased. [45] - **Basis**: The basis of different iron ore varieties is provided. [45] - **Demand**: The daily average pig iron output increased slightly, and the blast furnace operating rate decreased slightly. [45] - **Supply**: The global iron ore shipment increased, and the arrival volume decreased. [45] - **Inventory**: The port inventory increased slightly, and the steel mill inventory increased. [46] - **View**: The iron ore price is expected to follow the rebound of steel products, and it is recommended to buy at low prices. [46] Coking Coal - **Futures and Spot**: The coking coal futures price declined, and the prices of some coal types were loosened. [47] - **Supply**: The production capacity utilization rate of coal mines showed a mixed trend, and the inventory adjustment slowed down. [47][48] - **Demand**: The coking production increased slightly, and the downstream demand for replenishment weakened. [48][49] - **Inventory**: The overall inventory of coking coal decreased. [49] - **View**: It is recommended to buy at low prices and conduct a 9 - 1 long - spread arbitrage. [49] Coke - **Futures and Spot**: The coke futures price declined, and the sixth - round price increase was implemented, with the seventh - round initiated. [50][51] - **Profit**: The coking profit improved. [50] - **Supply**: The coking production increased slightly. [50] - **Demand**: The downstream demand for coke remained resilient, and the pig iron output is expected to decline slightly in August. [51] - **Inventory**: The overall inventory of coke decreased. [51] - **View**: It is recommended to buy at low prices for the 2601 contract and conduct a 9 - 1 long - spread arbitrage. [51][53] Commodity Futures - Agricultural Products Meal Products - **Spot Market**: The prices of soybean meal were stable to weak, and the prices of rapeseed meal decreased. The trading volume of soybean meal increased. [54] - **Fundamentals**: There were export sales reports of US soybeans, and the export volume forecasts of Brazilian soybeans and soybean meal increased. [54][55] - **Market Outlook**: The long - term outlook for meal products is positive, and it is recommended to go long at low prices. [55][56] Live Pigs - **Spot Situation**: The spot price of live pigs fluctuated, and the market sentiment improved. [57] - **Market Data**: The profit of live pig breeding showed a mixed trend, and the average slaughter weight increased. [57][58] - **Market Outlook**: It is recommended to wait and see due to the uncertainty in the far - end market. [59] Corn - **Spot Price**: The spot price of corn was generally weak, and the trading was light. [60] - **Fundamentals**: The inventories of corn in Guangdong Port and northern four ports decreased. [60][61] - **Market Outlook**: The corn market is under supply pressure and is expected to be weakly volatile. [61]

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Core Viewpoint - The market is experiencing increased demand for safe-haven assets, leading to a significant rebound in gold prices, influenced by a decline in U.S. stock markets, a weaker dollar, and falling U.S. Treasury yields [1] Group 1: Market Reactions - As of the market close, COMEX gold futures rose by 1.00% to $3,392.20 per ounce [1] - The gold ETF Huaxia (518850) decreased by 0.3%, while the gold stock ETF (159562) increased by 1.39% [1] Group 2: Federal Reserve Insights - The Federal Reserve's July meeting minutes revealed that nearly all decision-makers supported maintaining interest rates, with only two dissenting [1] - There are divisions among Fed officials regarding inflation and employment risks, with a consensus that inflationary risks outweigh those related to employment [1] - Several officials noted that the impact of tariffs on inflation will take time to fully materialize [1] Group 3: Economic Analysis - Analysts from Shenwan Hongyuan Futures indicated that while the Fed decided to keep rates unchanged, there is a split in internal opinions influenced by personnel appointments made by Trump [1] - Trade negotiations show some progress, but the overall trade environment continues to deteriorate [1] - The implementation of the "Big and Beautiful" plan is expected to further increase U.S. fiscal deficit projections [1] - The People's Bank of China is continuously increasing its gold reserves, providing long-term support for gold prices, although current high levels may lead to hesitation in upward movement [1] - The overall trend for gold and silver may exhibit volatility as expectations for interest rate cuts rise [1]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant information provided. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - Overall, the sentiment in the有色金属 market is mixed. Some metals may experience price fluctuations due to factors such as supply - demand imbalances, geopolitical issues, and market expectations. For example, copper prices may be in a consolidation phase, aluminum prices may turn to a volatile state, and zinc prices still face significant downward risks. Meanwhile, long - term factors like the US easing expectations and domestic anti - involution policies may support nickel prices [1][3][9]. - The prices of various metals are affected by different factors. For instance, copper prices are influenced by raw material supply, inventory levels, and market sentiment; aluminum prices are related to inventory changes and downstream consumption; lead prices are affected by raw material shortages and high inventory at the consumer end; and tin prices are restricted by slow production resumption and weak demand during the off - season [1][3][7][11]. 3. Summary by Metal Copper - **Price Movement**: LME copper closed up 0.38% at $9,721 per ton, and SHFE copper's main contract closed at 78,730 yuan per ton. The price may consolidate and await further guidance from the Fed Chair's speech on Friday [1]. - **Inventory**: LME inventory increased by 1,200 tons to 156,350 tons, and SHFE copper warehouse receipts slightly decreased to 25,000 tons. Domestic refined copper net imports in July were 218,000 tons, a decrease of 40,000 tons from June [1]. - **Outlook**: The market has expectations of interest rate cuts, and raw material supply is tight. Overall, copper prices may consolidate, with the SHFE copper main contract operating in the range of 78,000 - 79,200 yuan per ton and LME copper 3M in the range of $9,600 - $9,800 per ton [1]. Aluminum - **Price Movement**: LME aluminum closed up 0.37% at $2,577 per ton, and SHFE aluminum's main contract closed at 20,565 yuan per ton. The price may turn to a volatile state [3]. - **Inventory**: Domestic three - place aluminum ingot inventory decreased by 0.5 tons to 442,000 tons, and LME aluminum inventory remained unchanged at 480,000 tons [3]. - **Outlook**: The US - Russia talks were relatively smooth, but the US has expanded the scope of taxation on aluminum and steel derivatives. With low domestic inventory and strong aluminum product exports, aluminum prices are supported, but downstream consumption is weak. The SHFE aluminum main contract is expected to operate in the range of 20,480 - 20,680 yuan per ton, and LME aluminum 3M in the range of $2,540 - $2,600 per ton [3]. Cast Aluminum Alloy - **Price Movement**: The AD2511 contract slightly increased to 20,095 yuan per ton, and the price increase may face resistance [5]. - **Inventory**: Domestic three - place recycled aluminum alloy ingot inventory decreased by 200 tons to 31,400 tons [5]. - **Outlook**: The downstream is in the off - season, with weak supply and demand. Cost support is strong, but the large price difference between futures and spot may limit price increases [5]. Lead - **Price Movement**: SHFE lead index closed down 0.58% at 16,735 yuan per ton, and LME lead 3S fell to $1,971.5 per ton. The price is expected to be weak [7]. - **Inventory**: Domestic social inventory decreased slightly to 65,800 tons, and LME lead inventory was 283,000 tons [7]. - **Outlook**: The lead ore inventory is tight, and the processing fee is declining. The demand from battery manufacturers is weak, and the finished product inventory is high. Overall, the supply - demand situation is weak, and the price is expected to decline [7]. Zinc - **Price Movement**: SHFE zinc index closed up 0.26% at 22,265 yuan per ton, and LME zinc 3S remained unchanged at $2,776.5 per ton. The price still has significant downward risks [8][9]. - **Inventory**: Domestic social inventory continued to increase to 135,400 tons, and LME zinc inventory was 72,200 tons [8][9]. - **Outlook**: Zinc ore inventory is decreasing, but the TC of zinc concentrate is rising. Refined zinc imports are decreasing, and domestic social inventory is increasing rapidly. Downstream consumption is weak, and the market is in an oversupply state [9]. Tin - **Price Movement**: On August 20, 2025, SHFE tin's main contract closed at 267,840 yuan per ton, down 0.09%. The price is expected to fluctuate [11]. - **Inventory**: SHFE registered warehouse receipts decreased by 184 tons to 7,329 tons, and LME inventory increased by 85 tons to 1,715 tons. As of August 15, the national main market tin ingot social inventory was 10,392 tons [11]. - **Outlook**: The supply is tight in the short term due to slow production resumption in Myanmar and transportation issues. The demand is weak during the off - season. As production resumes in Myanmar, the price is expected to fluctuate in the range of 250,000 - 275,000 yuan per ton for domestic tin and $31,000 - $34,000 per ton for LME tin [11]. Nickel - **Price Movement**: Nickel prices fluctuated. The price may face correction pressure in the short term but has support in the long term [12][13]. - **Inventory**: No significant inventory data provided in the summary part. - **Outlook**: Downstream stainless steel demand improvement is limited, but long - term factors such as the US easing expectations and RKAB approval support the price. The SHFE nickel main contract is expected to operate in the range of 115,000 - 128,000 yuan per ton, and LME nickel 3M in the range of $14,500 - $16,500 per ton [13]. Lithium Carbonate - **Price Movement**: The MMLC spot index dropped 4.05% to 82,832 yuan, and the LC2511 contract closed down 7.49% at 80,980 yuan. The price may have further fluctuations [15]. - **Inventory**: No significant inventory data provided in the summary part. - **Outlook**: The sentiment of bullish funds supported by supply disruptions has cooled down. The short - term support level of lithium prices has shifted upward, and attention should be paid to imports and industry news. The reference operating range for the GFEX lithium carbonate 2511 contract is 77,000 - 82,000 yuan per ton [15]. Alumina - **Price Movement**: On August 20, 2025, the alumina index increased by 0.67% to 3,137 yuan per ton. The price may have limited downward space [17]. - **Inventory**: The futures warehouse receipts increased by 3,000 tons to 75,000 tons [17]. - **Outlook**: The supply of domestic and overseas ore is disturbed, and the price is expected to be supported. It is recommended to wait and see. The domestic main contract AO2601 is expected to operate in the range of 3,100 - 3,500 yuan per ton [17]. Stainless Steel - **Price Movement**: The stainless - steel main contract closed at 12,820 yuan per ton, down 0.50%. The price is expected to fluctuate [19][20]. - **Inventory**: Social inventory decreased to 1,078,900 tons, a decrease of 2.48%. The 300 - series inventory was 644,500 tons, a decrease of 1.99% [20]. - **Outlook**: The decline was affected by low - price selling by arbitrage institutions. The downstream is cautious in purchasing, and the steel mills have the intention to support the price. Overall, the price is expected to fluctuate [20].

1. Report Industry Investment Ratings No specific industry investment ratings are provided in the report. 2. Core Views of the Report - The Fed's focus on inflation risks may limit interest - rate cuts, affecting the price trends of gold, the US dollar, and US stock indexes. - The stock market is expected to be strong, while the bond market may be weak due to recent policy - related meetings. - The supply and demand fundamentals of various commodities, including agricultural products, metals, and energy chemicals, are affected by factors such as production, imports, and policies, leading to different price trends and investment opportunities. 3. Summary by Directory 3.1 Financial News and Reviews 3.1.1 Macro Strategy (Gold) - Gold prices fluctuated and closed higher. Market risk aversion increased due to Trump's call for the resignation of Fed Governor Cook. The Fed's limited room for interest - rate cuts this year and Powell's likely cautious stance at the Jackson Hole Symposium suggest that gold will continue to trade within a range in the short term. [13] - Investment advice: Gold prices are expected to be volatile in the short term, and investors should be aware of the risk of price corrections. [14] 3.1.2 Macro Strategy (Foreign Exchange Futures - US Dollar Index) - The Fed's meeting minutes show that most members are more concerned about inflation than employment risks. Trump's actions regarding Fed Governor Cook and tariff policies have increased internal differences within the Fed. The US dollar is expected to continue to fluctuate in the short term, with a more likely rate cut in September. [16][17] - Investment advice: The US dollar is expected to remain range - bound in the short term. [18] 3.1.3 Macro Strategy (US Stock Index Futures) - The Fed's internal differences have increased, and concerns about inflation are rising. Market expectations for interest - rate cuts have reversed, causing the US stock market to correct. However, the decline has narrowed. [20] - Investment advice: Wait cautiously for Powell's speech on Friday as the market's risk appetite has declined. [21] 3.1.4 Macro Strategy (Treasury Bond Futures) - The LPR remained stable in August. The central bank's large - scale reverse repurchase operations have maintained market liquidity, but the bond market is affected by the stock market. With recent policy - related meetings, the stock market is expected to be strong, and the bond market may be weak. [22][24] - Investment advice: Adopt a short - term bearish approach and be cautious when betting on price rebounds. [25] 3.2 Commodity News and Reviews 3.2.1 Agricultural Products (Soybean Meal) - In July, China imported a large amount of soybeans from Brazil. The Pro Farmer field survey shows good prospects for US soybean yields, which limits the increase in CBOT soybean prices. Domestic demand for soybean meal is better than expected, and the inventory of oil mills has decreased year - on - year. [26][28] - Investment advice: Soybean meal prices are expected to be moderately strong in a volatile market if China stops purchasing US soybeans. Pay attention to the results of the US field survey this week. [28] 3.2.2 Black Metals (Steam Coal) - Imported coal prices are firm, and Indonesian low - calorie coal has a price advantage over domestic coal. However, due to the decline in daily consumption and supply constraints caused by weather, coal prices are expected to fluctuate around 700 yuan in the short term and may decline seasonally in September. [29][30] - Investment advice: Coal prices may be range - bound in the short term due to supply constraints, but the seasonal decline is inevitable. [30] 3.2.3 Black Metals (Iron Ore) - A large - scale iron project in Western Australia has been approved. With the implementation of environmental protection restrictions in the north in late August, iron ore prices may be under short - term pressure but are expected to remain range - bound overall. [31] - Investment advice: Iron ore prices are expected to be weakly volatile in the short term, with limited impact on the balance sheet from short - term environmental protection measures. [32] 3.2.4 Black Metals (Rebar/HRC) - The US has expanded the scope of steel and aluminum tariffs. Domestic steel prices are expected to be weakly volatile due to factors such as inventory accumulation and environmental protection restrictions. [33][35] - Investment advice: Wait for further price corrections before considering investment. [35] 3.2.5 Agricultural Products (Pigs) - The slaughter capacity utilization rate of Huatong Co., Ltd. is around 30% - 40%. The pig market is affected by policies, and there is a game between weak current conditions and strong expectations. The de - stocking process is ongoing, but there are uncertainties in the rhythm. [36][37] - Investment advice: Consider establishing long positions in the LH2601 contract in the range of 14,000 - 14,150 yuan/ton. [38] 3.2.6 Agricultural Products (Jujubes) - Jujube prices in the Hebei market are stable. New - season jujube growth is normal, but the physical inventory is high. The market is in a state of oversupply, and the price trend is uncertain. [39][40] - Investment advice: Adopt a wait - and - see approach and closely monitor the weather conditions in the production areas. [40] 3.2.7 Agricultural Products (Sugar) - Brazil's sugar exports in the first two weeks of August and its sugarcane yield in July have shown certain changes. China's imports of syrup and premixed powder in July have increased month - on - month but decreased year - on - year. Brazilian sugar production may face uncertainties, which may affect the global sugar supply. [41][42][43] - Investment advice: Zhengzhou sugar prices are expected to be range - bound in the short term. Consider buying on dips in the January contract. [45] 3.2.8 Non - Ferrous Metals (Alumina) - A transaction of 30,000 tons of alumina in East Australia has been completed. The market sentiment is cooling, and the supply and demand are loose, leading to a weakening of the price trend. [46] - Investment advice: Adopt a wait - and - see approach. [47] 3.2.9 Non - Ferrous Metals (Polysilicon) - The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology is discussing anti - involution measures for the photovoltaic industry. The price of polysilicon may be affected by policies and market supply - demand relationships. The price is expected to trade between 49,000 - 57,000 yuan/ton in the short term and may reach over 60,000 yuan/ton in the long term. [48][50][51] - Investment advice: Adopt a bullish approach on price corrections. Consider reverse arbitrage opportunities between the November and December contracts when the spread is around - 2000 yuan/ton. [51] 3.2.10 Non - Ferrous Metals (Industrial Silicon) - In July, China's exports of industrial silicon increased. The supply may increase marginally in August, but due to the large - scale resumption of polysilicon production, the market may still experience de - stocking in August and enter a stocking phase in September. [52] - Investment advice: Industrial silicon prices are expected to trade between 8,200 - 9,200 yuan/ton in the short term. Pay attention to trading opportunities within this range. [52] 3.2.11 Non - Ferrous Metals (Lead) - The LME lead market shows a contango, and the inventory is at a high level. The domestic lead market is in a state of weak supply and demand, and the social inventory is high. The price may be under pressure, but the support from the recycling cost needs to be observed. [53][54] - Investment advice: Adopt a wait - and - see approach in the short term for both single - side trading and arbitrage. [55] 3.2.12 Non - Ferrous Metals (Zinc) - China's exports of galvanized sheets and Peru's zinc concentrate production have increased. In July, China's imports of zinc concentrate reached a record high. The LME zinc market has a high structural risk, and the domestic zinc market is affected by imports and inventory. [56][57][58] - Investment advice: Adopt a wait - and - see approach for single - side trading in the short term. Consider long - term positive arbitrage opportunities and maintain a positive arbitrage strategy before the overseas inventory bottoms out. [59] 3.2.13 Non - Ferrous Metals (Nickel) - In July, China's imports of non - alloy nickel increased significantly. The LME and SHFE nickel markets show different inventory trends. The nickel market is affected by factors such as raw material prices, supply - demand relationships, and macro - environment. [60][61] - Investment advice: Nickel prices are unlikely to decline significantly in the short term. Consider short - term trading opportunities and medium - term short - selling opportunities on price increases. [62] 3.2.14 Non - Ferrous Metals (Lithium Carbonate) - In July, China's imports of lithium carbonate decreased significantly. The sharp decline in lithium carbonate prices was due to panic selling by some long - position holders. Fundamentally, there is no significant negative news, and the market may experience de - stocking in the third quarter. [63][64] - Investment advice: Consider buying on price dips and positive arbitrage opportunities. [64] 3.2.15 Non - Ferrous Metals (Copper) - The development of a copper mine project in Arizona is facing uncertainties due to a court ruling. A copper mine expansion project in Zambia has been launched. The copper market is affected by factors such as the US economic situation, policy expectations, and inventory levels. [65][66][67] - Investment advice: Copper prices are expected to be widely volatile in the short term. Consider reverse arbitrage opportunities between domestic and overseas markets. [68] 3.2.16 Energy Chemicals (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) - South Korea plans to restructure its naphtha cracking capacity. The increase in the PG contract price on Wednesday was mainly due to sentiment rather than fundamental support. [69][70] - Investment advice: Do not short - sell for now. Consider positive arbitrage opportunities between the November and December contracts for the 2510 contract. [70] 3.2.17 Energy Chemicals (Crude Oil) - US EIA data shows a significant decline in commercial crude oil inventories. The oil price is expected to continue to trade within a narrow range, waiting for a directional driver. [71][72][73] - Investment advice: Wait for a directional driver in a volatile market. [73] 3.2.18 Energy Chemicals (PX) - PX prices rebounded slightly. The supply is relatively stable, and the price mainly follows the trend of crude oil. [74] - Investment advice: Adjust positions according to the cost of crude oil. Consider buying on price dips with a light position. [75] 3.2.19 Energy Chemicals (PTA) - The spot basis of PTA has strengthened, and the market negotiation is fair. The demand from the weaving and polyester sectors is improving marginally. The price mainly follows the cost - end trend. [76][77] - Investment advice: The price mainly follows the cost - end trend. Consider buying on price dips with a light position and rolling the position. [78] 3.2.20 Energy Chemicals (Soda Ash) - The price of soda ash in the market is weak, and the supply and demand are in a general situation. The price is expected to continue to be short - sold on price increases. [79] - Investment advice: Adopt a short - selling approach on price increases and pay attention to supply - side disturbances. [79] 3.2.21 Energy Chemicals (Float Glass) - The price of float glass in the market has declined. The supply - side hype has subsided, and the market is weak. [80] - Investment advice: Be cautious in single - side trading. Consider arbitrage strategies, such as buying glass and short - selling soda ash when the spread widens. [81] 3.2.22 Energy Chemicals (Caustic Soda) - The price of high - concentration caustic soda in Shandong has increased slightly. The supply and demand are relatively stable, and the price is expected to be range - bound. [82][83][84] - Investment advice: The caustic soda market has bottomed out, but the price increase may be limited. The price is expected to be range - bound. [84] 3.2.23 Energy Chemicals (Pulp) - The price of imported wood pulp is stable, with some varieties showing a downward trend. The market is lackluster, and the price is expected to be range - bound. [85] - Investment advice: The pulp market is expected to be range - bound in the short term due to weak fundamentals. [85] 3.2.24 Energy Chemicals (PVC) - The price of PVC powder is weak, and the downstream demand is general. The anti - dumping ruling in India may further weaken the market. [86][87] - Investment advice: The PVC market is expected to be weak in the short term. [87] 3.2.25 Energy Chemicals (Styrene) - The price of styrene rebounded due to news of naphtha cracking capacity reduction in South Korea. The market may focus on future supply situations, and the price may be affected by cost and sentiment. [88][89] - Investment advice: Be aware of the impact of policies on the supply and cost of styrene and the spread of market sentiment. [89] 3.2.26 Energy Chemicals (Bottle Chips) - The export quotes of bottle chip factories have been partially increased. The production capacity of major bottle chip factories will continue to be reduced in August, and attention should be paid to the pressure brought by the resumption of production and new production capacity in late August to September. [90][91] - Investment advice: The price of bottle chips mainly follows the trend of polyester raw materials. Pay attention to the impact of production capacity changes in late August to September. [91] 3.2.27 Shipping Index (Container Freight Rates) - The container throughput of Hamburg Port to the US has decreased significantly. The EU's trade situation has deteriorated due to US tariff increases. The supply of shipping capacity is still relatively high, and the demand is weak, so freight rates are expected to continue to decline. [92][93][94] - Investment advice: The freight rate is expected to be range - bound in the short term. Consider short - selling opportunities on price increases. [94]

Group 1: Market Performance - Shanghai gold (Au) rose 0.52% to 776.80 yuan/gram, and Shanghai silver (Ag) rose 0.60% to 9160.00 yuan/kilogram; COMEX gold rose 0.11% to 3392.30 US dollars/ounce, and COMEX silver rose 0.31% to 37.89 US dollars/ounce [2] - The yield of the 10-year US Treasury bond was reported at 4.29%, and the US dollar index was reported at 98.23 [2] - Au(T+D) closed at 769.83 yuan/gram, down 2.57 yuan or -0.33% from the previous trading day; Ag(T+D) closed at 9022.00 yuan/kilogram, down 161.00 yuan or -1.75% [4] - The London gold price was 3344.65 US dollars/ounce, up 10.20 US dollars or 0.31%; the London silver price was 37.08 US dollars/ounce, down 0.99 US dollars or -2.61% [4] - The SPDR Gold ETF holdings decreased by 4.01 tons to 958.20 tons, a decrease of -0.42%; the SLV Silver ETF holdings decreased by 33.89 tons to 15305.76 tons, a decrease of -0.22% [4] Group 2: Market Outlook - Trump and his team pressured the independence of the Federal Reserve through personnel appointments, causing a significant rebound in gold and silver prices [2] - The director of the US Federal Housing Finance Agency is urging a judicial review of two loans of Fed Governor Lisa Cook, and Trump called for her immediate resignation [2] - Fed Chairman Powell will speak at the Jackson Hole Central Bank Annual Meeting on the evening of August 22, and his speech will significantly impact the trend of gold and silver prices [3] - The fourth quarter will be the time to announce the new Fed Chairman, and there is a driving force for the interest rate cut expectation to further increase [3] Group 3: Investment Strategy - It is recommended to wait for Powell's specific statement in the precious metal strategy. If his monetary policy speech is significantly dovish, it is recommended to enter long silver orders on dips [3] - The reference operating range for the main contract of Shanghai gold is 765 - 794 yuan/gram, and the reference operating range for the main contract of Shanghai silver is 8885 - 9526 yuan/kilogram [3] Group 4: Data Summary - For gold on August 20, 2025, the closing price of the active contract on COMEX was 3392.20 US dollars/ounce, up 0.99%; the trading volume was 13.06 million lots, up 1.04%; the position was 44.62 million lots, down -0.78%; the inventory was 1199 tons, down -0.17% [7] - For silver on August 20, 2025, the closing price of the active contract on COMEX was 37.90 US dollars/ounce, up 1.51%; the position was 15.64 million lots, down -3.00%; the inventory was 15816 tons, up 0.07% [7]

Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. Core View of the Report The overall market sentiment has shown a mixed picture. Overseas, the global risk appetite has cooled to some extent, while in China, the risk appetite has increased due to policy stimulus expectations and the extension of the tariff truce period. Different asset classes have different short - term trends and investment suggestions, and various commodity sectors also face different supply - demand and price situations. [2] Summary by Related Catalogs Macro - finance - Overseas, the US dollar reduced its decline after the Fed meeting minutes showed only two policymakers supported last month's rate cut, and the global risk appetite cooled. In China, the economic data in July slowed down and fell short of expectations. The Chinese Premier indicated measures to boost consumption and stabilize the real estate market, and the Sino - US tariff truce was extended by 90 days, increasing domestic risk appetite. For assets, the stock index is expected to oscillate strongly at a short - term high, and it is advisable to be cautious when going long; the treasury bond is expected to oscillate and correct at a high level, and it is advisable to wait and see; for the commodity sector, black metals are expected to correct in the short term, non - ferrous metals to oscillate, energy and chemicals to oscillate weakly, and precious metals to oscillate at a high level, all requiring cautious observation. [2] Stock Index - Driven by sectors such as liquor, semiconductors, and small metals, the domestic stock market rose significantly. The economic data in July was weak, but policy stimulus expectations increased, and the short - term macro - upward driving force strengthened. The market's trading logic focuses on domestic incremental stimulus policies and trade negotiation progress. It is advisable to be cautious when going long in the short term. [3] Precious Metals - Precious metals rose on Wednesday. The Fed meeting minutes showed only two policymakers advocated rate cuts, and the probability of a 25 - basis - point rate cut in September was 83%. Weak employment data and a weakening US dollar index led to the rise of precious metals. The long - term positive logic of precious metals remains unchanged, and attention should be paid to entry opportunities at key points. [4] Black Metals - **Steel**: On Wednesday, the domestic steel futures and spot markets were flat, with prices slightly falling and low trading volume. Demand weakened, and inventories in some areas increased. Supply of rebar was relatively low, and that of plates was stable. There were rumors of production control in Cangzhou, and iron - water production may further decline. It is advisable to view the steel market with a weak - oscillation mindset in the short term. [4][5] - **Iron Ore**: On Wednesday, the futures and spot prices of iron ore continued to be weak. Although steel mill profits were high and iron - water production rebounded slightly last week, with the approaching of important events in early September, production - restriction policies may be further strengthened, and port transportation and ore handling volumes will be affected. The supply side increased, and port inventories were accumulating. Iron ore prices may weaken in the short term. [5] - **Silicon Manganese/Silicon Iron**: On Wednesday, the spot and futures prices of silicon iron and silicon manganese fell. Manganese ore prices continued to decline. Manufacturers were actively starting production, and some had plans to increase production. The开工 rate and daily output of both silicon manganese and silicon iron increased. It is advisable to view the ferroalloy market with a weak - oscillation mindset in the short term. [6] - **Soda Ash**: On Wednesday, the main soda - ash contract was weak. The supply - surplus pattern remained unchanged, with new installations expected to be put into operation in the fourth quarter. Demand was weak, and profits decreased week - on - week. Soda ash is likely to fall rather than rise due to high supply, high inventory, and weak demand. [7] - **Glass**: On Wednesday, the main glass contract was weak. Supply changes were small, demand was still weak in the real - estate industry, and although downstream deep - processing orders increased in mid - August, overall demand remained stable. Profits decreased as prices fell. Glass prices follow the real - world logic due to near - month delivery. [7] Non - ferrous Metals and New Energy - **Copper**: With the approaching of the Jackson Hole central bank meeting, the expectation of a rate cut has increased, which is short - term positive for copper prices. However, high tariffs and the slowdown of the US economy pose risks. Copper mine production is growing faster than expected, and domestic demand will weaken marginally. The strong copper price is hard to sustain. [8][9] - **Aluminum**: On August 19, the US added 407 product categories to the steel and aluminum tariff list. Aluminum prices fell slightly on Wednesday. The fundamentals of aluminum have weakened, with domestic social inventories increasing significantly and LME inventories also rising. Aluminum prices are expected to oscillate in the short term, with limited medium - term upside. [9] - **Aluminum Alloy**: The supply of scrap aluminum is tight, increasing production costs and causing losses for some regenerative aluminum plants. Demand is weak as it is the off - season. Aluminum alloy prices are expected to oscillate strongly in the short term, but the upside is limited. [10] - **Tin**: The combined开工 rate of Yunnan and Jiangxi decreased slightly. The supply of tin ore is tight but improving, and refined tin production has not decreased significantly. Demand is weak, and although inventory decreased this week, downstream procurement is still cautious. Tin prices are expected to oscillate in the short term, and the upside is restricted. [10] - **Lithium Carbonate**: On Wednesday, lithium carbonate futures hit the daily limit down. The prices of lithium carbonate and lithium ore decreased. The industry's profit situation has improved, and production enthusiasm is high. Lithium carbonate prices are expected to oscillate at a high level. [11] - **Industrial Silicon**: On Wednesday, the main industrial - silicon contract fell. The spot price decreased, and the futures price was at a discount. With the weakening of black metals and the oscillation of polysilicon, industrial silicon is expected to oscillate within a range. [11] - **Polysilicon**: On Wednesday, the main polysilicon contract fell slightly. Spot prices were stable, and the number of warehouse receipts increased, indicating increased hedging pressure. The photovoltaic industry is expected to regulate the market, and polysilicon prices are expected to oscillate at a high level, with a possibility of weakening later. [12][13] Energy and Chemicals - **Crude Oil**: EIA data showed a significant decrease in US crude oil and gasoline inventories last week, leading to a rebound in oil prices. However, Cushing inventory has increased for 7 consecutive weeks. Due to the uncertainty of the Russia - Ukraine peace talks and long - term supply increases, the long - term outlook for oil prices is still bearish, and short - term stability is expected. [14] - **Asphalt**: The processing margin of asphalt is approaching the previous low, but the crude - oil processing margin has rebounded slightly, providing some price support. The spot price has slightly recovered, but inventory de - stocking is limited. With the expected decline of crude oil prices due to OPEC+ production increases, asphalt is expected to remain in a weak - oscillation pattern. [14] - **PX**: The adjustment of upstream refinery capacity in China has strengthened the support for downstream chemicals. Although PX is in a tight supply situation in the short term, it is expected to oscillate as PTA device recovery is limited. [15] - **PTA**: The polyester sector rebounded due to capacity adjustment, and PTA was also lifted. Downstream demand has slightly rebounded, but processing margins are low, limiting supply. PTA prices are expected to oscillate narrowly, with the upside restricted by crude oil prices and terminal orders in September. [15] - **Ethylene Glycol**: The restriction on new capacity and excess raw - material capacity has supported ethylene glycol prices. Although port inventory has decreased slightly, factory inventory is still high, and supply is expected to increase slightly. With the recovery of terminal orders in August, ethylene glycol is expected to maintain an oscillation pattern. [16] - **Short - fiber**: The short - fiber price rose slightly due to sector resonance. Terminal orders have increased slightly, but inventory accumulation is limited. It is advisable to short on rallies in the medium term. [16] - **Methanol**: The price of methanol in Taicang followed the futures and strengthened, while the basis weakened. Inland demand increased as some methanol plants restarted, but port inventory increased due to imports and plant overhauls. The price is expected to oscillate and rise in the short term and maintain a weak - oscillation pattern in the medium term. [17] - **PP**: The supply pressure of PP has increased as device开工 rates have risen and new capacity is to be put into operation. Although downstream demand has increased slightly, there is no obvious peak - season stocking. With policy support, PP prices are expected to oscillate weakly in the 09 contract and attention should be paid to the 01 contract for peak - season stocking. [17] - **LLDPE**: The supply pressure of LLDPE remains high, and demand has shown a turning point. The 09 contract is expected to oscillate weakly, while the 01 contract is supported by policy expectations, and attention should be paid to demand, stocking, and policy implementation. [18] Agricultural Products - **US Soybeans**: The November soybean contract on the CBOT rose slightly. US soybean growers urged the government to reach a trade agreement with China, and the results of the Midwest crop inspection were mixed. [19] - **Soybean and Rapeseed Meal**: The pressure of full - stockpiling of soybeans and soybean meal in domestic oil mills has been relieved. Canadian rapeseed imports are restricted, but China's purchase of Australian rapeseed has eased the supply risk. The price of soybean and rapeseed meal has risen, and there is still a risk preference for rapeseed meal. [19] - **Soybean and Rapeseed Oil**: ICE rapeseed rebounded after two days of decline. The supply of domestic rapeseed oil is expected to shrink as port inventory decreases and imports are low. The cost of soybean oil is expected to be strong, with high short - term inventory pressure but improved supply - demand in the fourth quarter. [20] - **Palm Oil**: The prices of CBOT soybeans, soybean meal, Malaysian palm - oil futures, and international crude oil rose. The export of Malaysian palm oil in August 1 - 20 increased significantly, but the inverted soybean - palm oil price spread may affect future demand. [20] - **Corn**: The national corn price is slightly weak. With the listing of spring corn, sufficient supply, and the potential impact of state - reserve auctions and rice auctions, the corn market remains weak. [20] - **Pigs**: Pig prices may have a seasonal rebound from late August to September, but the amplitude is limited. The cost of secondary fattening has increased due to stricter transportation inspections. The spot price has stabilized, and attention should be paid to the consumption peak during the start of the school term. [21]