Core Viewpoint - Despite the weak sentiment in the bond market influenced by the "stock-bond seesaw" effect, credit bonds are currently outperforming interest rate bonds, with analysts suggesting that institutions can still capture coupon assets and seek capital gains in the short term [1][2][3] Group 1: Credit Bond Performance - In August, credit bonds structurally "outperformed" interest rate bonds, with credit spreads not significantly widening [2] - The economic fundamentals remain weak, as indicated by the manufacturing PMI of 49.4 in August, which is below the growth line [2] - The "stock-bond seesaw" effect has weakened, reducing the negative feedback from a bullish stock market on the bond market [2] Group 2: Funding Support - The funding environment is expected to remain stable, with monetary policy maintaining a supportive tone [3] - The second quarter monetary policy report emphasizes a "moderately loose monetary policy" to adapt to domestic and international economic conditions [3] - There is an increasing expectation of interest rate cuts from the Federal Reserve, which could lead to more trading opportunities in the bond market [3] Group 3: Demand Side Support - As of September 2, the yields on credit bonds in the interbank market have decreased, with the 3-month AAA yield down 1 basis point to 1.59% [3] - Bank wealth management products were the main buyers of credit bonds in August, with net purchases of approximately 180 billion yuan [4] - Insurance companies also significantly increased their purchases of credit bonds, with a net buying scale of 56.2 billion yuan in August [4] Group 4: Investment Strategy - It is recommended to focus on short-duration high-yield bonds, particularly city investment bonds with maturities around 2 years [7] - Institutions are advised to selectively consider mid-to-short duration coupon assets with ratings of AA+ and above [7] - Caution is advised for long-duration credit bonds due to limited buying power in the bond market and the absence of clear stabilization in interest rates [7][8]

投资咨询业务资格：证监许可【2011】1778 号 资讯早班车 资讯早班车-2025-09-03 一、 宏观数据速览 | 发布日期 | 指标日期 | 指标名称 | 单位 | 当期值 | 上期值 | 去年同期值 | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 20250715 | 2025/06 | GDP:不变价:当季同比 | % | 5.20 | 5.40 | 4.70 | | 20250831 | 2025/08 | 制造业 PMI | % | 49.40 | 49.30 | 49.10 | | 20250831 | 2025/08 | 非制造业 PMI:商务活 动 | % | 50.30 | 50.10 | 50.30 | | 20250814 | 2025/07 | 社会融资规模增量:当 | 亿元 | | 11320.00 42251.00 | 7707.00 | | | | 月值 | | | | | | 20250813 | 2025/07 | M0(流通中的现金):同 比 | % | 11.80 | 12.00 | 12.00 | | 2025081 ...

Market Overview - The stock market experienced a slight decline, with a prevailing atmosphere of cautious observation ahead of significant events [6][7] - The bond market showed fluctuating interest rates, with the 10-year government bond yield opening at 1.7675% and experiencing minor fluctuations [6][8] Monetary Policy - The central bank conducted a 7-day reverse repurchase operation amounting to 255.7 billion yuan, with 405.8 billion yuan of reverse repos maturing today, resulting in a net withdrawal of 150.1 billion yuan [4] - The funding environment remains balanced and slightly loose, with stable funding rates; DR001 is around 1.31% and DR007 is approximately 1.44% [5] Investor Sentiment - There is a notable shift in investor sentiment, with the bond market seeing a small net subscription for bond funds, indicating a potential shift towards safer assets [6][7] - A financial magazine's commentary on the "technology bull" leading a new cycle has sparked mixed reactions among investors, with some expressing dissatisfaction over the terminology used, suggesting a need for a more constructive framing [7]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the articles indicates that the bond market in August has been primarily influenced by the stock market, leading to a "look at stocks to trade bonds" strategy, which has become the only trading rule in the bond market [2][10][9] - In August, the yields on 10-year and 30-year government bonds reached a peak of 1.79% and 2.06% respectively, reflecting a significant upward trend despite a generally loose funding environment [9][10][2] - The bond market's traditional pricing mechanisms have failed, as the expectations for a return to a stable stock market have been repeatedly invalidated [10][2] Group 2 - Institutional behavior is identified as a significant risk factor for the bond market in the upcoming quarter, with banks under pressure to realize profits due to declining financial investment returns [3][18][21] - The average decline in financial investment returns for state-owned banks and joint-stock banks in the first half of 2025 was 30 basis points and 28 basis points respectively, indicating a heightened urgency to cash in on profits [18][21] - The behavior of banks, including a trend of "selling long and buying short," suggests a cautious approach to bond investments as they seek to adjust their balance sheets [21][18] Group 3 - The funding environment is expected to be tight at the beginning of September but may ease later in the month, with historical trends indicating a rise in funding rates post-August [4][31][33] - The central bank's commitment to maintaining a stable funding environment is evident, with significant short-term injections to fill funding gaps during tax periods [33][31] - The anticipated net issuance of government bonds in September is projected to be around 1.3 trillion yuan, which is expected to have a limited impact on the funding environment [31][33] Group 4 - The fundamental economic indicators for July showed a downward trend in inflation, credit, consumption, investment, and real estate, which the bond market has largely ignored [5][38][41] - The upcoming release of August data may reinforce the downward trend in key economic indicators, potentially leading to increased expectations for loose monetary policy [5][38] - The real estate market continues to face challenges, with significant declines in second-hand housing prices in major cities, indicating weak demand [41][38] Group 5 - The bond market's ability to regain its "independent personality" hinges on three key factors: the stock market's return to a volatile state, the release of economic data, and the clearing of negative institutional behaviors [6][45][49] - The current market conditions suggest that while the stock market may experience fluctuations, it is premature to conclude that the upward trend has ended, necessitating a defensive stance in the bond market [49][45] - The bond market is expected to undergo a three-phase process in September: an observation period, a negotiation period, and a bargain-hunting period, with strategies focusing on leveraging and maintaining a neutral duration [57][58]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - In August, the "stock - bond seesaw" effect was significant. Interest rates first declined and then rose. Credit bond yields generally followed the upward trend of interest - rate bonds. Short - duration varieties were more resistant to decline, while medium - and long - duration ones were weaker. Looking ahead to September, credit bonds still need defensive strategies [1][11][12]. - After the adjustment in August, some bank capital bonds have fallen to show relative value. For example, 3 - year AA and above second - tier capital bonds are oversold, and 4 - 5 - year large - bank capital bonds also have certain value for accounts with different liability characteristics [29][33][37]. 3. Summary According to the Directory 3.1 High - Coupon Short - Term Bonds as Shields, Oversold Perpetual and Second - Tier Capital Bonds as Spears 3.1.1 Credit Bond Defense with Short - and Medium - Duration - In August, the "stock - bond seesaw" effect was prominent. Short - end bonds outperformed long - end ones. Credit bond yields generally rose with interest - rate bonds. Short - duration credit bonds were more resistant to decline, and institutions further shortened the duration to within 3 years. The net buying scale of credit bonds decreased, and the trading activity also declined [1][11][12]. - In September, credit bonds need defense. Bank wealth - management scale usually declines at the end of the quarter, reducing the demand for credit bonds. Credit spreads are at a relatively low level, and institutions will pay more attention to controlling drawdowns when investing in credit bonds [16]. - There are two defensive ideas for credit bonds. One is to select high - coupon individual bonds within 3 years. The other is to appropriately allocate defensive varieties such as 1Y inter - bank certificates of deposit and 2Y commercial financial bonds, which have certain cost - effectiveness compared with medium - and short - term notes of the same term [3][19][22]. 3.1.2 Bank Capital Bonds: Opportunities Arising from Declines - In August, the yields of bank capital bonds generally rose, and spreads widened. After the adjustment, some varieties showed relative value. For example, 3 - year AA and above second - tier capital bonds were oversold, and the yields of 3 - year AA second - tier capital bonds were equivalent to those of 3 - year AA perpetual bonds [28][29][30]. - The yields of 4 - 5 - year large - bank capital bonds rose significantly in August. As the decline deepened, insurance, wealth - management, and other asset - management products increased their allocation. For accounts with stable liability ends, they are still cost - effective coupon assets. For accounts with unstable liability ends, it is recommended to follow the interest - rate bond market for right - side layout [33][36][37]. 3.2 Urban Investment Bonds: Supply Recovery, Short - End and Low - Rating Bonds Resistant to Declines - In August, the net financing of urban investment bonds was positive and increased year - on - year but decreased month - on - month. The issuance of long - duration bonds decreased, and the weighted average issuance interest rate increased. The net financing performance varied by province [39]. - The yields of urban investment bonds generally rose in August. Short - end and low - rating bonds were more resistant to decline, while 10 - year ultra - long - term bonds were the weakest. Credit spreads showed differentiation [45]. - The trading activity of urban investment bonds was not high in August. The proportion of TKN and low - valuation transactions decreased compared with July. Short - duration bonds had an increase in trading volume, while 3 - 5 - year bonds had weaker trading [51]. 3.3 Industrial Bonds: Supply Contraction, Yields Generally Rising - In August, the issuance and net financing of industrial bonds decreased year - on - year. The issuance sentiment weakened, and the issuance proportion of short - duration bonds within 1 year decreased, while the proportion of 1 - 3 - year bonds increased. The issuance interest rates rose across the board, with medium - and long - duration bonds having a larger increase [54]. 3.4 Bank Capital Bonds: Net Financing Turns Negative, Trading Sentiment is Weak No detailed content provided in the given text for this part other than the title. It can be inferred from the previous content that in August, the net financing of bank capital bonds may have turned negative, and the trading sentiment was weak as the yields generally rose and spreads widened, and the relative performance was inferior to that of general credit bonds [28].

Market Trends - In August, the bond market's trading logic shifted to "watch stocks and trade bonds," with 10-year and 30-year government bond yields peaking at 1.79% and 2.06% respectively[1][12]. - The bond market's traditional pricing mechanisms failed as the stock market's performance overshadowed bond expectations, leading to a significant rise in yields despite a generally loose funding environment[1][12]. Institutional Behavior - Major banks reported a significant decline in financial investment returns, with state-owned banks experiencing an average year-on-year drop of 30 basis points (bp) in the first half of 2025, compared to 11 bp in the same period of 2024[2][23]. - Since May, large banks have been selling long-term bonds while buying short-term ones, indicating a strategy to realize profits amid pressure on revenue KPIs[2][24]. Funding Conditions - September is expected to see a tightening of funds initially, followed by a loosening, with historical trends suggesting a rise in funding rates post-August[3][39]. - The central bank has maintained a supportive stance on funding, with significant short-term injections to stabilize market sentiment, including a net injection of 4,217 billion yuan during the month-end transition[3][41]. Economic Indicators - Key economic indicators such as inflation, credit, and real estate have shown a downward trend, which the bond market has largely ignored, potentially leading to increased expectations for loose monetary policy[5][50]. - The upcoming release of August's economic data could reinforce the downward trend in key indicators, impacting market expectations for monetary policy[5][50]. Future Outlook - The bond market's ability to regain its "independent personality" hinges on three factors: stock market volatility, the impact of August's economic data, and the resolution of negative institutional behaviors[6][57]. - The market is divided into three phases for September: an observation period, a gaming period, and a bargain-hunting period, with strategies focusing on maintaining a neutral duration of around 3.5-4.0 years[7][57].

Group 1: Macroeconomic Insights - Fixed asset investment data in July showed weakness, indicating a need for structural adjustment in the economy[2] - China's GDP growth in the first half of the year was 5.3%, with a target of 5% for the full year, suggesting a manageable outlook for the second half[2] - Historical data indicates that a significant reduction in industrial long-term loans in 2016 was a key factor in the economic recovery, despite weak financial data[12] Group 2: Market Strategy and Trends - Current market conditions show no significant overheating, with market capitalization expanding faster than trading volume[4] - A-share valuations remain reasonable, with expectations of performance recovery driven by inflation[17] - The average return of equity mixed funds was 2.82%, while stock ETFs averaged 2.85% this week, indicating positive fund performance[36] Group 3: Fixed Income and Bond Market - The 10-year government bond yield is seen as having value around 1.8%, with limited upward movement expected in the near term[23] - The bond market is currently not favorable for trading, suggesting a wait-and-see approach for better opportunities[24] - Recent bond issuance has seen yields priced between 3% and 6%, reflecting the impact of new tax policies[22] Group 4: U.S. Inflation Risks - U.S. core personal consumption expenditures (PCE) inflation is expected to rise, potentially exceeding 3% in the second half of the year[28] - Household consumption capacity remains strong, indicating low recession risks despite rising inflation[26] - The employment market shows signs of recovery, which could further support consumer spending and economic stability[27]

Group 1 - The report indicates that the economic data for August shows signs of weakness, with most indicators such as industrial output, services, consumption, investment, and real estate sales falling below previous values, while only exports accelerated [3][5][85] - The Shanghai Composite Index has surpassed a nearly 10-year high, driven by improved market risk appetite under the influence of wide credit policies [3][4] - The report highlights a "look at stocks, do bonds" strategy as the main logic in the bond market, with the 10-year government bond yield reaching a peak of 1.7925% during the month [3][4][11] Group 2 - The macroeconomic environment analysis reveals that the manufacturing PMI for July marginally increased to 49.4%, indicating a potential slowdown in the economy for the third quarter [5][29] - The report notes that the central bank's monetary policy has been relatively supportive, with significant net injections of funds in August, including a net injection of 0.3 trillion yuan [24][71] - The bond market strategy suggests adopting a barbell strategy to balance liquidity and yield, especially if the 10-year government bond yield breaks the 1.8% resistance level [6][85] Group 3 - The report discusses the government bond issuance situation, indicating that local government bond issuance in August was 977.6 billion yuan, which is lower than planned by 183.2 billion yuan [19] - It is projected that the supply pressure of government bonds in September may decrease compared to August, with an expected net financing scale of 1.3 trillion yuan [19][20] - The report emphasizes that the bond market's performance is influenced by the dynamics of the stock market, with the "stock-bond seesaw" effect expected to weaken in September [85] Group 4 - The analysis of the overseas economic environment indicates that the process of de-dollarization has slowed, while downward pressure on the US economy has begun to emerge [73][84] - The report highlights that foreign investment in China's bond market has been on the rise, with foreign holdings reaching 4.39 trillion yuan by June [73][76] - The report suggests that the Federal Reserve's potential interest rate cuts in September could impact the Chinese bond market, necessitating close monitoring of overseas economic data [77][84]

Group 1 - The report suggests that the overall bond market is expected to gradually stabilize within a narrow range, with opportunities for short-term credit investments within 3 years, while recommending to wait for better trading opportunities for longer durations [4][9]. - The sentiment in the credit bond market has improved after the short-end correction in mid to late August, but there remains caution regarding longer durations due to weak stability in fund liabilities and strong liquidity demands [4][9]. - The report indicates that the "stock-bond seesaw" effect may weaken, which could be relatively favorable for the bond market, allowing for potential recovery opportunities [4][9]. Group 2 - In the corporate perpetual bond sector, there is potential for configuration value, but it is not yet the right time for trading; only institutions with stable liabilities are recommended to participate cautiously [4][9]. - The issuance of corporate perpetual bonds in August saw a slight decrease, with a total of 141 bonds issued, raising 146 billion yuan, while the repayment scale increased significantly, leading to a net inflow of only 8.6 billion yuan [17][20]. - The report highlights that the financing costs for high-rated issuers have increased, with AAA and AA-rated bonds seeing interest rates rise by 9 basis points and 13 basis points respectively [17][20]. Group 3 - The ABS market is expected to face challenges in seeing opportunities for spread compression in September, but there is a preference for selecting ABS with a stronger safety margin, particularly from urban investment and large central enterprises [12][4]. - The report notes that the liquidity in the ABS market is weakening, and the premium over urban investment bonds has remained stable, with a 3-year spread fluctuating between 25 to 30 basis points [12][4]. - The recommendation is to prioritize ABS types with lower risk, such as revenue rights and affordable housing, while considering the risk appetite and stability of liabilities for other types [12][4]. Group 4 - The report indicates that the secondary market for perpetual bonds is experiencing significant pressure on yield spreads, particularly for medium to long-term bonds, with credit spreads widening [28][29]. - The yield for high-grade medium to long-term perpetual bonds has increased significantly, with the AA-rated 5-year urban investment yield rising by up to 16 basis points [28][29]. - The report emphasizes that the market is currently under pressure from the "stock-bond seesaw" effect, with weak sentiment leading to upward trends in yields [28][29].

1. Report Industry Investment Ratings No industry investment ratings are provided in the report. 2. Core Views of the Report - The A - share market has accumulated significant gains and may enter a high - level oscillation pattern. It is recommended to wait for the next stage of direction decision. The bond market may strengthen, and the 10 - year Treasury bond interest rate may fluctuate within a certain range. Precious metals have reached new highs, and investors need to be cautious when going long. The shipping index shows a downward trend, and investors can consider going long on the 12 - contract on dips. The prices of various metals and agricultural products also have different trends and corresponding investment suggestions [2][3][4][5][6][7][8][9][10][11][12][13]. 3. Summary by Directory Financial Derivatives - Financial Futures Stock Index Futures - Market situation: On Monday, the A - share market opened higher, fluctuated during the session, and closed higher. The TMT sector remained hot, while the large - finance sector corrected. The four major stock index futures contracts all rose, and the basis of the main contracts declined [2][3]. - News: China's economic prosperity continued to expand in August. South Korea's exports in August showed strong growth, especially in semiconductors and automobiles [3]. - Capital: On September 1st, the A - share trading volume remained high, with a net withdrawal of 10.57 billion yuan by the central bank [4]. - Operation suggestion: The current basis rates of the main contracts of IF, IH, IC, and IM are - 0.29%, - 0.05%, - 1.34%, and - 1.61% respectively. It is recommended to wait and see [4]. Treasury Bond Futures - Market performance: Treasury bond futures closed higher across the board, and the yields of major interest - rate bonds in the inter - bank market showed a differentiated trend [5]. - Capital: The central bank conducted a 7 - day reverse repurchase operation, with a net withdrawal of 10.57 billion yuan. The liquidity at the beginning of the month was generally stable [4][5][6]. - Fundamental: The manufacturing PMI in August showed a slight increase, with production and new orders rebounding, and external demand remaining resilient [6]. - Operation suggestion: The bond market may strengthen. The 10 - year Treasury bond interest rate may fluctuate between 1.75% - 1.8%, and it is recommended to operate within the range [6][7]. Financial Derivatives - Precious Metals - Market review: Overnight, gold and silver prices rose significantly due to the increase in the expectation of the Fed's interest - rate cut and geopolitical instability in Europe. Gold reached a new high of $3475.35 per ounce, and silver reached a new high since 2011 at $40.674 per ounce [9]. - Outlook: The Fed's policy path may suppress the US dollar index, and institutional investors' demand for precious metals continues to increase. However, investors need to be cautious when going long unilaterally. For silver, although the industrial demand is relatively weak, the price may continue to rise [10]. - Capital: The positions of gold and silver ETFs increased significantly in August, and the speculative net long positions rebounded [10]. Financial Derivatives - Container Shipping on European Routes - Spot price: As of September 2nd, the spot price quotes of major shipping companies showed a slow downward trend [11]. - Shipping index: As of September 1st, the SCFIS European route index and the US - West route index both declined [11]. - Fundamental: As of September 2nd, the global container shipping capacity increased year - on - year. The eurozone's comprehensive PMI and manufacturing PMI in August were above 50, and the US manufacturing PMI in July was 48 [11]. - Logic: The futures market oscillated, and the spot price continued to decline. There may be a bottom - fishing opportunity for the 12 - contract [12]. - Operation suggestion: It is expected to oscillate. Investors can wait and see or go long on the 12 - contract on dips [12][13]. Commodity Futures - Non - Ferrous Metals Copper - Spot: As of September 1st, the average price of electrolytic copper increased, and the supply was tight. The spot trading became more active with the arrival of the traditional peak season [14]. - Macro: The Fed's attitude has become more dovish, and the market expects the probability of an interest - rate cut in September to increase [15]. - Supply: The TC of copper concentrate was at a low level. The domestic electrolytic copper production in August decreased month - on - month, and the production in September is expected to continue to decline [15]. - Demand: The operating rates of copper rod production decreased. The domestic demand was still resilient, and the power and new - energy sectors supported the demand [16]. - Inventory: The LME copper inventory decreased, the domestic social inventory decreased, and the COMEX copper inventory increased [16]. - Logic: The Fed's dovish attitude boosts copper prices, but the upside space is limited. The fundamentals show a state of "weak reality + stable expectation". Copper prices may at least oscillate [17]. - Operation suggestion: The main contract is expected to oscillate between 78,500 - 80,500 yuan [17]. Alumina - Spot: On September 1st, the spot prices of alumina in various regions decreased slightly, and the supply was gradually becoming more relaxed [17]. - Supply: In July 2025, the production of metallurgical - grade alumina in China increased year - on - year and month - on - month, 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: The futures price continued to decline. The market shows a pattern of "high supply, high inventory, and weak demand". The downside space is limited, and the upside needs new catalysts [19][20]. - Operation suggestion: The main contract is expected to oscillate between 2900 - 3200 yuan. It is recommended to short on rallies in the medium term [19][20]. Aluminum - Spot: On September 1st, the average price of A00 aluminum decreased, and the premium decreased [20]. - Supply: In July 2025, the domestic electrolytic aluminum production increased year - on - year and month - on - month, and the aluminum - water ratio decreased [20]. - Demand: The operating rates of downstream industries increased [21]. - Inventory: The domestic mainstream consumption - area inventory increased slightly, and the LME inventory remained unchanged [21]. - Logic: The futures price oscillated at a high level. The Fed's interest - rate cut expectation and the improvement of fundamentals supported the price, but the high price suppressed downstream procurement. It is expected to oscillate between 20,400 - 21,000 yuan [22]. - Operation suggestion: The main contract is expected to operate between 20,400 - 21,000 yuan, and pay attention to the pressure at 21,000 yuan [22]. Aluminum Alloy - Spot: On September 1st, the spot price of aluminum alloy remained unchanged [22]. - Supply: In July, the production of recycled aluminum alloy ingots increased, and the operating rate increased. In August, it was affected by the off - season, and the operating rate is expected to remain stable [23]. - Demand: In July, the demand was under pressure, and the inventory increased [23]. - Logic: The futures price oscillated downward with the aluminum price. The supply of scrap aluminum was tight, and the cost was supported. The demand is expected to improve in September. The price is expected to oscillate between 20,000 - 20,600 yuan [24][25]. - Operation suggestion: The main contract is expected to operate between 20,000 - 20,600 yuan. If the upward momentum of Shanghai aluminum is strong, investors can consider the arbitrage of going long on AD and short on AL [25]. Zinc - Spot: On September 1st, the average price of zinc ingots increased, and the spot trading improved [25]. - Supply: The TC of zinc concentrate remained high. The zinc ore supply was loose, and the domestic refined zinc production increased significantly in July [26]. - Demand: The operating rates of the primary processing industries were at a seasonal low, but the decline space was limited. The downstream procurement increased after the price decline [27]. - Inventory: The domestic social inventory increased, and the LME inventory decreased [27]. - Logic: The supply is expected to be loose, and the price may oscillate. The upward breakthrough needs better demand and interest - rate cut expectations, and the downward breakthrough needs stronger TC and continuous inventory accumulation [28]. - Operation suggestion: The main contract is expected to oscillate between 21,500 - 23,000 yuan [28]. Tin - Spot: On September 1st, the price of 1 tin decreased slightly, and the spot trading was stagnant [28]. - Supply: The domestic tin ore import volume decreased in July, and the supply was still tight. The tin ingot import volume increased [29][30]. - Demand and inventory: The operating rate of the soldering tin industry decreased. The inventory of LME and the social inventory decreased [30][31]. - Logic: The national policy boosts the demand expectation. The supply is tight, and the price may oscillate at a high level. Pay attention to the recovery of Burmese tin ore supply [31]. - Operation suggestion: It is recommended to wait and see. The price is expected to oscillate widely [31][32]. Nickel - Spot: As of September 1st, the average price of 1 electrolytic nickel increased [32]. - Supply: The production of refined nickel was at a high level and was expected to increase slightly [32]. - Demand: The demand for electroplating and alloys was stable, the demand for stainless steel was average, and the demand for nickel sulfate was under pressure [32]. - Inventory: The overseas inventory remained at a high level, the domestic social inventory decreased, and the bonded - area inventory remained stable [33]. - Logic: The futures price oscillated upward. The cost was supported, and the supply - demand fundamentals changed little. The price may oscillate between 118,000 - 126,000 yuan [34]. - Operation suggestion: The main contract is expected to operate between 118,000 - 126,000 yuan [34][36]. Stainless Steel - Spot: As of September 1st, the price of 304 cold - rolled stainless steel increased, and the basis decreased [36]. - Raw materials: The price of nickel ore was stable, and the price of nickel iron was strong. The price of chrome ore was supported by cost [36][38]. - Supply: The domestic stainless - steel production in August is expected to increase [37]. - Inventory: The social inventory decreased slowly, and the warehouse receipt quantity decreased [37]. - Logic: The futures price was strong. The cost was supported, but the terminal demand was weak. It is expected to oscillate between 12,600 - 13,400 yuan [38]. - Operation suggestion: The main contract is expected to operate between 12,600 - 13,400 yuan [38][39]. Lithium Carbonate - Spot: As of September 1st, the spot prices of battery - grade and industrial - grade lithium carbonate decreased, and the trading volume decreased [39]. - Supply: The production in August increased, but the supply was expected to contract recently [40]. - Demand: The demand was stable and optimistic, and the demand in September is expected to increase [40]. - Inventory: The inventory decreased slightly in all links last week [42]. - Logic: The futures price was weak, and the main - contract center moved down. The supply - demand was in a tight balance, and the price may oscillate widely between 72,000 - 78,000 yuan [43]. - Operation suggestion: It is recommended to wait and see. The price is expected to oscillate weakly and widely [43][44]. Commodity Futures - Ferrous Metals Steel - Spot: The futures price decreased significantly, and the spot price followed the decline [44]. - Cost and profit: The cost support may weaken, and the steel profit decreased significantly in August [44]. - Supply: The iron - element production increased from January to August. The steel production reached a new high this year, and the production may decline seasonally after the military parade [44]. - Demand: The domestic demand may weaken seasonally, and the export remained at a high level. The demand is expected to improve in September and October [45]. - Inventory: The inventory increased significantly in August, and it is expected to increase more slowly in the future [45]. - View: The steel price may continue to decline. It is recommended to sell out - of - the - money put options and consider going long on the ratio of steel to ore [46]. Iron Ore - Spot: As of September 1st, the price of mainstream iron ore powder decreased [47]. - Futures: The main contract of iron ore decreased [47]. - Basis: The basis of different varieties was calculated [47]. - Demand: The steel - mill profit rate was at a high level, and the iron - water production decreased slightly [48]. - Supply: The global iron - ore shipment increased significantly, and the port arrival volume increased [48]. - Inventory: The port inventory decreased slightly, the port - clearance volume decreased, and the steel - mill inventory decreased [49]. - View: The iron - ore price may not have a strong upward drive. It is recommended to short on rallies and consider the arbitrage of going long on iron ore and short on coking coal [49]. Coking Coal - Spot: The spot price oscillated weakly, and the coal - mine inventory increased slightly [50]. - Supply: The coal - mine operating rate decreased slightly, and the import - coal price decreased [51][53]. - Demand: The coking - plant and blast - furnace operating rates decreased due to production restrictions [51][52][53]. - Inventory: The coal - mine, port, and border - port inventories increased slightly, and the coking - plant and steel - mill inventories decreased slightly [52][53]. - View: The coking - coal price may continue to decline in September. It is recommended to short on rallies and consider the arbitrage of going long on iron ore and short on coking coal [53]. Coke - Spot: The seventh - round price increase of coke was implemented, and the eighth - round increase was blocked [54][56]. - Supply: The coking - plant operating rate decreased due to production restrictions [54][56]. - Demand: The iron - water production decreased, and the demand may be affected by production - reduction policies [55][56]. - Inventory: The coking - plant, port, and steel - mill inventories all increased slightly [56]. - View: The coke price may decline in the future. It is recommended to short on rallies and consider the arbitrage of going long on iron ore and short on coke [56]. Commodity Futures - Agricultural Products Meal - Spot market: The domestic soybean - meal spot price increased on September 1st, and the trading volume decreased. The rapeseed - meal trading volume was 100 tons [57]. - Fundamental news: There were various news about soybean production and trade around the world, such as the expected increase in US soybean crushing in July and the decrease in EU soybean imports [57][58]. - Market outlook: The US soybean yield is expected to be high, and the supply - demand pattern suppresses the market. The domestic meal price may have limited downward space, and it is recommended to go long on dips in the 3000 - 3050 range [59][60]. Live Pigs - Spot situation: The spot price of live pigs oscillated upward on September 1st [61]. - Market data: The profit of live - pig breeding decreased, and the average slaughter weight decreased slightly [61][62]. - Market outlook: The short - term supply tightened, which boosted the price, but the duration may be limited. It is recommended to operate with caution [62].