1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Views of the Report - For precious metals, the push for a cease - fire in the Russia - Ukraine conflict by Europe has led to a sharp drop in hedging demand, but the fundamental support factors remain unchanged. The Fed is expected to cut interest rates by 25 basis points each in the next week and December, and the medium - to - long - term monetary easing environment will continue. The global demand for gold allocation remains stable, and institutional investors are still optimistic about the medium - term outlook after the short - term sharp decline [3]. - For copper, the spot market atmosphere is average, downstream sentiment is low and demand is mainly for rigid needs. With the replenishment of domestic and imported supplies, the increase in spot circulation has led to a downward adjustment of premiums [18]. - For aluminum, macro data shows that China's core CPI growth rate expanded to 1% in September, indicating a mild recovery in domestic demand. Overseas, the Fed is expected to cut interest rates, which is positive for aluminum prices. The market believes that the probability of tariff negotiation success is high. The fundamentals of Shanghai aluminum are stable this week, and the continuous destocking of electrolytic aluminum social inventory provides some support for aluminum prices. In the short term, Shanghai aluminum will fluctuate at a high level. Alumina is in an oversupply situation, and prices are falling. Cast aluminum alloy has strong follow - up to Shanghai aluminum and has strong support at the bottom [37]. - For zinc, the fundamentals have not changed significantly recently. Domestic smelting supply is stable, while overseas there are production cuts. The price spread has been widening due to inconsistent fundamentals. The domestic zinc market is in a situation of strong supply and weak demand. Low inventory provides short - term price support. Attention should be paid to the opening of the export window and the possibility of macro - upward driving forces [60]. - For the nickel industry chain, the fundamentals have not changed significantly. There are still expectations of interest rate cuts this year at the macro level, and the progress of Sino - US tariffs affects risk appetite. In the nickel ore market, Indonesia's new quota regulations may lead to a decline in 2026 quotas. The new energy sector is in the peak season, with strong demand. Nickel iron prices are weak, and stainless steel prices may decline slightly. Attention should be paid to the follow - up development of Sino - US tariffs and interest rate cut expectations [75]. - For tin, the fundamentals have not changed. Yunnan's production has declined, and concentrate imports have dropped sharply. Supply is weaker than demand. In the short term, it is difficult to solve the supply - side disturbances, and Shanghai tin is still strong, with support expected around 276,000 yuan [92]. - For lithium carbonate, market demand is good, and warehouse receipts are continuously and significantly destocked. Before the end of the year, the demand of downstream lithium - battery material enterprises is expected to continue to grow month - on - month, which will support the futures price [106]. - For the silicon industry chain, for industrial silicon, as the dry season approaches, enterprise production cuts are expected to increase, and the price center may move up slightly, but the price increase is limited due to high inventory. For polysilicon, there are production cuts in the southwest region, and the specific impact needs further observation [118]. 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs Precious Metals - **Price and Market Analysis**: The report presents the price trends of SHFE gold and silver futures, COMEX gold, and the gold - silver ratio, as well as the relationship between gold and the US dollar index, US Treasury real interest rates, and long - term gold and silver fund holdings [4][9][12]. - **Outlook**: Short - term sharp decline but medium - term outlook remains positive due to long - term monetary easing and stable global gold allocation demand [3]. Copper - **Spot and Futures Data**: Spot copper prices in various regions have declined, with daily price drops ranging from 0.89% to 0.9%. Futures prices of Shanghai copper have slightly increased, with a daily increase of 0.02%. The premium of Shanghai copper spot has decreased by 40% [23][24]. - **Supply - Demand Analysis**: The spot market is weak, and the increase in supply has led to a decline in premiums [18]. Aluminum - **Price and Spread**: Aluminum and alumina futures prices have increased slightly, with daily increases ranging from 0.36% to 0.79%. There are various price spreads among different contracts, such as the spread between Shanghai aluminum continuous and consecutive contracts [38][41]. - **Market Fundamentals**: Macro data is positive for aluminum prices, and the destocking of electrolytic aluminum social inventory provides support. Alumina is in an oversupply situation [37]. Zinc - **Price and Inventory**: Zinc futures prices have increased slightly, with daily increases ranging from 0.09% to 0.32%. Zinc inventory has decreased, with a daily decrease of 1.6% for Shanghai zinc warehouse receipts and 5.3% for LME zinc inventory [61][71]. - **Market Outlook**: The domestic market is in a situation of strong supply and weak demand, and low inventory provides short - term support [60]. Nickel Industry Chain - **Price and Market Data**: Nickel and stainless - steel futures prices show different trends. Nickel spot average prices are presented. The new energy sector has strong demand, while nickel iron prices are weak, and stainless - steel prices may decline slightly [76][83][75]. - **Macro Factors**: Attention should be paid to Sino - US tariffs and interest rate cut expectations [75]. Tin - **Price and Inventory**: Tin futures prices have increased slightly, with daily increases ranging from 0.26% to 0.5%. Tin inventory has increased slightly, with a 1.17% increase in Shanghai tin warehouse receipts [93][101]. - **Market Outlook**: Supply is weaker than demand, and short - term prices are strong [92]. Lithium Carbonate - **Price and Inventory**: Lithium carbonate futures prices have increased, with daily increases ranging from 0.34% to 0.54%. Inventory has decreased, with a 2.92% decrease in Guangzhou Futures Exchange warehouse receipts [107][115]. - **Market Outlook**: Strong demand before the end of the year will support the price [106]. Silicon Industry Chain - **Price and Production**: Industrial silicon prices have little change, and some prices have decreased slightly. Southwest polysilicon production cuts need further observation. The price of industrial silicon may increase slightly as the dry season approaches [118]. - **Inventory and Outlook**: High inventory restricts the price increase of industrial silicon [118].

1. Report Industry Investment Rating - Not provided in the content 2. Core Views of the Report - The nickel and stainless steel markets are currently following the broader market in a volatile pattern, with no significant changes in the fundamentals recently. There are expectations of interest rate cuts within the year at the macro - level, and the progress of Sino - US tariffs repeatedly adjusts risk preferences [3]. - In the nickel ore sector, Indonesia has announced regulations for the 2026 quota application. The overall quota in 2025 is somewhat excessive, and the quota in 2026 is expected to decline under regulatory restrictions such as environmental reviews [3]. - The new energy sector is entering the peak season, with high downstream procurement demand. The current quotes have been rising for several consecutive weeks, the market circulation is tight, inventories are low, and there are still inquiries, which may remain strong [3]. - The price of ferronickel has insufficient upward momentum, and the overall center of gravity has significantly declined. It may operate weakly under the pressure of stainless - steel profits and weak demand. If ferronickel loses its support, the downward space for the downstream may expand [3]. - The spot trading of stainless steel has improved slightly, leading to a small rebound in the futures market. However, the sentiment of a lackluster peak season is strong. Currently, stainless steel has a large amount of inventory accumulation, and the upward momentum is insufficient compared with the previous continuous destocking cycle. The center of gravity of stainless steel may move down slightly, but export is favorable due to WTO rulings and certification exemptions [3][5]. 3. Summary by Relevant Sections Price and Volatility Forecast - **Nickel (Shanghai Futures Exchange)**: The price range is predicted to be 11,800 - 12,600 yuan/ton, with a current 20 - day rolling volatility of 15.17% and a historical percentile of 3.2% [2]. - **Stainless Steel**: The price range is predicted to be 1,250 - 1,310 yuan/ton, with a current 20 - day rolling volatility of 8.79% and a historical percentile of 5.9% [2]. Risk Management Strategies Nickel - **Inventory Management**: When the product sales price falls and inventory has impairment risk, sell Shanghai nickel futures (NI main contract) with a 60% hedging ratio and sell call options (over - the - counter/on - exchange options) with a 50% hedging ratio [2]. - **Procurement Management**: When the company has future production procurement needs and is worried about rising raw material prices, buy far - month NI contracts according to the production plan, sell put options, and buy out - of - the - money call options, with the hedging ratio based on the procurement plan [2]. Stainless Steel - **Inventory Management**: When the product sales price falls and inventory has impairment risk, sell stainless - steel futures (SS main contract) with a 60% hedging ratio and sell call options (over - the - counter/on - exchange options) with a 50% hedging ratio [3]. - **Procurement Management**: When the company has future production procurement needs and is worried about rising raw material prices, buy far - month SS contracts according to the production plan, sell put options, and buy out - of - the - money call options, with the hedging ratio based on the procurement plan [3]. Market Data Nickel - **Futures Prices**: The latest price of the Shanghai nickel main - continuous contract is 121,180 yuan/ton, with a 0% change; the Shanghai nickel continuous - one contract is 120,860 yuan/ton, down 0.39%; the Shanghai nickel continuous - two contract is 121,100 yuan/ton, down 0.34%; the Shanghai nickel continuous - three contract is 121,340 yuan/ton, down 0.34%; the LME nickel 3M contract is 15,230 US dollars/ton, down 0.34% [6]. - **Volume and Open Interest**: The trading volume is 60,391 lots, down 12.28%; the open interest is 50,388 lots, down 14.10% [6]. - **Warehouse Receipts**: The number of warehouse receipts is 27,026 tons, up 0.59% [6]. - **Basis**: The basis of the main contract is - 240 yuan/ton, down 52.0% [6]. Stainless Steel - **Futures Prices**: The latest price of the stainless - steel main - continuous contract is 12,665 yuan/ton, up 1%; the stainless - steel continuous - one contract is 12,595 yuan/ton, down 0.28%; the stainless - steel continuous - two contract is 12,695 yuan/ton, down 0.12%; the stainless - steel continuous - three contract is 12,780 yuan/ton, up 0.24% [7]. - **Volume and Open Interest**: The trading volume is 126,078 lots, up 1.04%; the open interest is 188,332 lots, down 4.98% [7]. - **Warehouse Receipts**: The number of warehouse receipts is 74,497 tons, down 0.16% [7]. - **Basis**: The basis of the main contract is 775 yuan/ton, up 4.73% [7]. Inventory Data - **Domestic Social Inventory of Nickel**: 47,708 tons, unchanged from the previous period [7]. - **LME Nickel Inventory**: 250,476 tons, unchanged from the previous period [7]. - **Stainless - Steel Social Inventory**: 952.6 tons, an increase of 47 tons [7]. - **Ferronickel Inventory**: 29,062 tons, a decrease of 174 tons [7]. Factors Affecting the Market Positive Factors - Indonesia shortens the nickel ore quota license period from three years to one year [6]. - The Indonesian forestry working group takes over part of the nickel mining area of PT Weda Bay [6]. - CATL and Antam are promoting the construction of an integrated nickel smelter [6]. - The WTO rules that the EU's additional tax on Indonesian stainless steel is illegal [5][6]. - The exemption of the Indian BIS certification is extended to the end of the year [5][6]. Negative Factors - The inventory of pure nickel is high [6]. - The center of gravity of ferronickel has moved down, and the bottom support has loosened [6]. - Stainless steel has re - entered the inventory accumulation stage [6]. - The stainless - steel market shows a lackluster peak season, and the demand recovery is less than expected [6].

Core Viewpoint - The coal price is expected to continue to rise due to low terminal inventory and increased winter storage demand from power plants, despite tight supply conditions influenced by regulatory scrutiny and maintenance on the Daqin Railway [2][3]. Supply and Demand Analysis - Coal supply is gradually recovering in production areas, but remains tight due to strict regulations and Daqin Railway maintenance. The cold weather in northern regions is leading to an expansion in heating coverage, which boosts the purchasing enthusiasm for winter storage by power plants, indicating a continued strong coal price outlook [1][2][3]. - In the coking coal sector, production increases are limited due to safety regulations and checks on overproduction, leading to pressure on the profits of downstream coking steel enterprises. There is resistance to high-priced coal types, but overall low inventory levels and winter storage needs suggest that coking coal prices will continue to fluctuate [1][2][3]. Market Performance - The equity market experienced a near-universal decline, but coal stocks significantly outperformed the indices. Uncertainties regarding US-China tariffs have increased market volatility. Following comments from Trump about tariffs on Chinese goods, there was a brief rally in US indices, while A-shares and Hong Kong stocks showed strong risk aversion, with banks and coal sectors attracting capital [2][3]. - The average trading volume in the market was 2.1 trillion yuan, with daily financing purchases fluctuating around 210 billion yuan, indicating a reduction in trading volume compared to the previous week [2]. Investment Recommendations - The company suggests continuing to focus on high-quality coal stocks with strong cash flow and high dividends, as these are likely to perform well in the current market environment [3].

Report Summary 1. Investment Rating - No investment rating for the industry is provided in the report. 2. Core Viewpoint - The SCFI has risen significantly, but the freight rates at the end of October still declined slightly. The futures market is experiencing wide - range fluctuations. It is recommended to participate with light positions or observe. The core issue is the trend of spot freight rates, and the main contract may be in the bottom - building process [1][3]. 3. Summary by Content Freight Index - On October 13, the Shanghai Export Container Settlement Freight Index (SCFIS) for the European route was 1031.8 points, down 1.4% from the previous period; for the US - West route, it was 862.48 points, down 1.6% from the previous period [2]. - On October 17, the Ningbo Export Container Freight Index (NCFI) composite index was 956.45 points, up 16.79% from the previous period; the European route was 803.21 points, up 14.96% from the previous period; the US - West route was 1254.46 points, up 48.56% from the previous period [2]. - On October 17, the Shanghai Export Container Freight Index (SCFI) was 1310.32 points, up 149.90 points from the previous period; the European line price was 1145 USD/TEU, up 7.2% from the previous period; the US - West route was 11936 USD/FEU, up 31.9% from the previous period [2]. - On October 17, the China Export Container Freight Index (CCFI) composite index was 973.11 points, down 4.1% from the previous period; the European route was 1267.91 points, down 1.5% from the previous period; the US - West route was 725.47 points, down 6.7% from the previous period [2]. PMI Data - Eurozone's September manufacturing PMI preliminary value was 49.5, back below the boom - bust line; the service PMI preliminary value rose from 50.5 to 51.4; the composite PMI preliminary value was 51.2 [2]. - China's August manufacturing PMI was 49.4%, up 0.1 percentage point from the previous month; the composite PMI output index was 50.5%, up 0.3 percentage point from the previous month [2]. - US September S&P Global manufacturing PMI preliminary value was 52; the service PMI preliminary value was 53.9; the composite PMI preliminary value was 53.6 [2]. Tariff and Market Situation - The Sino - US tariff extension negotiation has no substantial progress, and the tariff issue has a marginal effect. The core is the trend of spot freight rates. The main contract may be in the bottom - building process [3]. Futures Market - On October 17, the main contract 2512 closed at 1654.7, down 0.5%, with a trading volume of 2.98 million lots and an open interest of 2.57 million lots, a decrease of 139 lots from the previous day [3]. Trading Strategies - Short - term strategy: The main contract is weak, and the far - month contracts are strong, in line with the bottom - building judgment. Risk - preferring investors are recommended to try to build positions below 1500 for the EC2512 contract. Pay attention to the subsequent market trend, do not hold losing positions, and set stop - losses [3]. - Arbitrage strategy: Due to the volatile international situation, each contract still follows the seasonal logic with large fluctuations. It is recommended to observe temporarily or try with light positions [3]. - Long - term strategy: It is recommended to take profits when the contracts rise, wait for the callback to stabilize, and then judge the subsequent trend [3]. Other Information - The shipping companies continue to announce price increases for November freight rates, which support the futures market, but the freight rates at the end of October still decline slightly [3]. - The daily limit for contracts 2508 - 2606 is adjusted to 18%, and the margin is adjusted to 28%. The daily opening limit for all contracts 2508 - 2606 is 100 lots [3].

1. Report Industry Investment Ratings No relevant content provided. 2. Core Views of the Report Tin - Supply remains tight with low processing fees and uncertain future supply from Myanmar. Demand is weak, especially in traditional sectors, despite some support from AI and photovoltaic industries. Short - term macro - economic factors may cause price fluctuations. Consider buying on dips due to strong supply - side factors. If Myanmar's supply recovers, prices may weaken; otherwise, prices may remain high and volatile [2]. Aluminum Alloy - Cost support is evident, but raw material supply is tight. Supply is restricted by raw material availability and policy uncertainty, while demand is gradually recovering. Inventory is starting to decline, but the absolute level is still high. ADC12 prices are expected to remain high and volatile in the short term [3]. Alumina - The market is in an oversupply situation. Spot prices are expected to remain under pressure, and the futures main contract may fluctuate between 2750 - 2950 yuan/ton. Key factors to watch include cost - profit changes and policies in resource - rich countries [4]. Aluminum - Macro - economic factors are favorable, providing support for aluminum prices. The fundamental situation is in a tight balance, with supply shortages in some areas and a mixed demand situation. High prices are suppressing downstream procurement. Aluminum prices are expected to remain high and volatile in the short term [4]. Nickel - Macro - economic uncertainties exist. The industry is facing pressure, with nickel - iron prices under stress and shrinking profits. Inventory is increasing, and stainless steel demand is weak. Nickel prices are expected to trade in a range, with the main contract reference range of 120000 - 126000 yuan/ton [5]. Stainless Steel - Macro - economic risks are increasing, and raw material prices are firm, providing cost support. However, downstream demand during the peak season has not met expectations, and inventory is putting pressure on prices. The short - term market is expected to be weak and volatile, with the main contract reference range of 12400 - 12800 yuan/ton [7]. Lithium Carbonate - The futures market is strong, driven by news and strong downstream demand. Production and demand are both increasing, and the industry is in a de - stocking phase. Prices are expected to be strong in the short term, with the main contract price center around 74000 - 76000 yuan/ton [10]. Copper - High copper prices are suppressing demand. Macro - economic factors such as the approaching Sino - US tariff deadline and US employment data may affect prices. Copper supply shortages are a long - term concern, which will support copper prices. The main contract is expected to find support between 84000 - 85000 yuan/ton [12][14]. 3. Summary by Directory Tin - **Spot Prices and Basis**: SMM 1 tin decreased by 0.18% to 281200 yuan/ton, and LME 0 - 3 decreased by 15.05% to - 130.01 dollars/ton [2]. - **Internal - External Ratios and Import Profits/Losses**: Import losses decreased by 8.72% to - 13986.17 yuan/ton, and the Shanghai - London ratio increased to 7.92 [2]. - **Monthly Spreads**: The spread between 2511 - 2512 decreased by 5.71% to - 370 yuan/ton [2]. - **Fundamental Data**: August tin ore imports decreased by 0.11%, and September SMM refined tin production decreased by 31.71% [2]. - **Inventory Changes**: SHEF weekly inventory decreased by 8.55% to 5879 tons, and social inventory decreased by 1.32% to 7786 tons [2]. Aluminum Alloy - **Prices and Spreads**: SMM aluminum alloy ADC12 remained unchanged at 21050 yuan/ton, and some scrap - refined spreads increased [3]. - **Monthly Spreads**: The spread between 2511 - 2512 decreased by 30 yuan/ton to - 75 yuan/ton [3]. - **Fundamental Data**: September recycled aluminum alloy ingot production increased by 7.48% to 66.10 tons, and the recycled aluminum alloy production rate increased by 7.73% to 57.54% [3]. - **Inventory**: Recycled aluminum alloy ingot weekly social inventory decreased by 2.84% to 5.48 tons [3]. Alumina - **Prices and Spreads**: SMM A00 aluminum increased by 0.14% to 20950 yuan/ton, and alumina prices in some regions decreased [4]. - **Ratios and Profits/Losses**: Import losses decreased by 107.2 yuan/ton to - 2253 yuan/ton, and the Shanghai - London ratio increased to 7.59 [4]. - **Monthly Spreads**: The spread between 2510 - 2511 increased by 5 yuan/ton to - 20 yuan/ton [4]. - **Fundamental Data**: September alumina production decreased by 1.74% to 760.37 tons, and electrolytic aluminum production decreased by 3.16% to 361.48 tons [4]. - **Inventory**: Chinese electrolytic aluminum social inventory decreased by 3.39% to 62.70 tons, and LME inventory decreased by 0.73% [4]. Nickel - **Prices and Basis**: SMM 1 electrolytic nickel decreased by 0.12% to 122150 yuan/ton, and the LME 0 - 3 increased by 2.60% to - 206 dollars/ton [5]. - **Electrolytic Nickel Costs**: The cost of producing electrolytic nickel from integrated MHP decreased by 0.62% to 116448 yuan/ton [5]. - **New Energy Material Prices**: The average price of battery - grade nickel sulfate increased by 0.25% to 28550 yuan/ton [5]. - **Monthly Spreads**: The spread between 2512 - 2601 decreased by 20 yuan/ton to - 240 yuan/ton [5]. - **Supply - Demand and Inventory**: Chinese refined nickel production increased by 1.26% to 32200 tons, and SHFE inventory increased by 1.75% to 29575 tons [5]. Stainless Steel - **Prices and Basis**: The price of 304/2B (Wuxi Hongwang 2.0 coil) increased by 0.78% to 13000 yuan/ton, and the spot - futures spread increased by 8.82% to 315 yuan/ton [7]. - **Raw Material Prices**: The average price of 8 - 12% high - nickel pig iron decreased by 0.48% to 938 yuan/nickel point [7]. - **Monthly Spreads**: The spread between 2512 - 2601 increased by 15 yuan/ton to - 85 yuan/ton [7]. - **Fundamental Data**: Chinese 300 - series stainless steel crude steel production increased by 0.38% to 182.17 tons, and stainless steel imports increased by 60.48% to 11.72 tons [7]. - **Inventory**: 300 - series social inventory in Wuxi and Foshan decreased by 0.56% to 50.18 tons, and SHFE warehouse receipts decreased by 0.92% to 8.32 tons [7]. Lithium Carbonate - **Prices and Basis**: The average price of SMM battery - grade lithium carbonate remained unchanged at 73000 yuan/ton, and the basis decreased by 792.86% to - 1940 yuan/ton [10]. - **Monthly Spreads**: The spread between 2510 - 2511 decreased by 1060 yuan/ton to - 1120 yuan/ton [10]. - **Fundamental Data**: September lithium carbonate production increased by 2.37% to 87260 tons, and demand increased by 12.28% to 116801 tons [10]. - **Inventory**: September lithium carbonate total inventory decreased by 0.38% to 64539 tons, and downstream inventory increased by 15.29% to 32930 tons [10]. Copper - **Prices and Basis**: SMM 1 electrolytic copper decreased by 0.07% to 85175 yuan/ton, and the SMM 1 electrolytic copper premium decreased by 30 yuan/ton to 60 yuan/ton [12][14]. - **Monthly Spreads**: The spread between 2511 - 2512 increased by 30 yuan/ton to - 20 yuan/ton [12][14]. - **Fundamental Data**: September electrolytic copper production decreased by 4.31% to 112.10 tons, and electrolytic copper imports decreased by 10.99% to 26.43 tons [12][14]. - **Inventory**: Domestic social inventory increased by 6.73% to 17.75 tons, and SHFE inventory increased by 15.42% to 10.97 tons [12][14].

1. Report Industry Investment Rating The given reports do not mention any industry investment ratings. 2. Report's Core Views Copper - Copper prices were volatile yesterday, with high prices suppressing demand. Macro - factors like the approaching China - US tariff extension deadline and the weak US employment report could drive short - term trading. The supply shortage of copper mines will support copper prices in the long - term. The main contract is expected to find support between 84,000 - 85,000 yuan/ton [1]. Aluminum - The alumina market continued to be weak, and the aluminum market was in an oversupply situation. The spot price of aluminum is expected to remain under pressure, with the main contract oscillating between 2,750 - 2,950 yuan/ton. The Shanghai aluminum is expected to maintain a high - level oscillation between 20,700 - 21,300 yuan/ton, supported by macro - easing expectations and a tight - balance fundamentals, but high prices are suppressing downstream procurement [3]. Aluminum Alloy - The price of cast aluminum alloy futures oscillated, with the main contract slightly down. Cost support was prominent, but supply was restricted by raw material shortages and unclear policies. Demand was moderately recovering, and inventory was increasing, suppressing price increases. The ADC12 price is expected to maintain a high - level oscillation between 20,200 - 20,800 yuan/ton [4]. Zinc - Zinc prices oscillated, with pressure above. The supply - side logic of zinc has shifted from mines to zinc ingots. The increase in zinc ingot production is limited. Demand did not exceed expectations. The Shanghai zinc is expected to remain oscillating between 21,500 - 22,500 yuan/ton [7]. Tin - The supply of tin mines remained tight, while demand was weak. The short - term macro - volatility is expected to increase. Consider buying on dips due to macro - sentiment drops. The future trend of tin prices depends on the supply recovery in Myanmar in the fourth quarter [9]. Nickel - The Shanghai nickel market oscillated narrowly. Macro - risks increased, and there were some positive factors in the mining end, but the supply is expected to be loose in the medium - term, restricting price increases. The main contract is expected to oscillate between 120,000 - 126,000 yuan/ton [11]. Stainless Steel - The stainless - steel market oscillated weakly. Macro - risks increased, raw material prices were firm, but the peak - season demand was not met, and inventory pressure was high. The main contract is expected to oscillate between 12,400 - 12,800 yuan/ton [13]. Lithium Carbonate - The lithium carbonate futures market oscillated. The supply - side situation was gradually becoming clear but with many uncertainties. Demand was robust, and the whole - chain inventory was decreasing. The short - term market is expected to oscillate, with the main contract price centered between 70,000 - 75,000 yuan/ton [17][19]. 3. Summaries According to Relevant Catalogs Copper Price and Basis - SMM 1 electrolytic copper price decreased by 0.88% to 85,235 yuan/ton; SMM 1 electrolytic copper premium increased by 40 yuan/ton. Other copper varieties also showed price and premium changes [1]. Fundamental Data - In September, electrolytic copper production decreased by 4.31% to 112.10 million tons; in August, imports decreased by 10.99% to 26.43 million tons. Various inventory data also changed [1]. Aluminum Price and Spread - SMM A00 aluminum price increased by 0.10% to 20,920 yuan/ton; SMM A00 aluminum premium increased by 30 yuan/ton. Alumina prices in different regions decreased [3]. Fundamental Data - In September, alumina production decreased by 1.74% to 760.37 million tons; electrolytic aluminum production decreased by 3.16% to 361.48 million tons. Aluminum inventories also changed [3]. Aluminum Alloy Price and Spread - SMM aluminum alloy ADC12 prices in different regions decreased by 0.24%. Various scrap - to - refined price differences remained unchanged [4]. Fundamental Data - In September, the production of recycled aluminum alloy ingots increased by 7.48% to 66.10 million tons; the production of primary aluminum alloy ingots increased by 1.88% to 27.10 million tons. The开工 rate of different types of enterprises also changed [4]. Zinc Price and Spread - SMM 0 zinc ingot price decreased by 0.90% to 22,010 yuan/ton. The import loss decreased, and the monthly spread changed [7]. Fundamental Data - In September, refined zinc production decreased by 4.17% to 60.01 million tons; in August, imports increased by 43.30% to 1.79 million tons. The开工 rate of related industries and inventory data also changed [7]. Tin Spot Price and Basis - SMM 1 tin price decreased by 0.11% to 281,700 yuan/ton; SMM 1 tin premium remained unchanged. Other price and spread data also changed [9]. Fundamental Data - In September, SMM refined tin production decreased by 31.71% to 10,510 tons; in August, imports decreased by 40.19% to 1,296 tons. Inventory data also changed [9]. Nickel Price and Basis - SMM 1 electrolytic nickel price increased by 0.16% to 122,300 yuan/ton. Various nickel - related prices and spreads changed [11]. Supply, Demand and Inventory - China's refined nickel production increased by 1.26% to 32,200 tons; imports decreased by 3.00% to 17,010 tons. Inventory data also changed [11]. Stainless Steel Price and Basis - The price of 304/2B (Wuxi Hongwang 2.0 coil) decreased by 0.39% to 12,900 yuan/ton. The futures - spot spread decreased by 8.11% [13]. Fundamental Data - In October, the production of 300 - series stainless - steel crude steel in China and Indonesia increased slightly. Import and export volumes, as well as inventory data, also changed [13]. Lithium Carbonate Price and Basis - SMM battery - grade lithium carbonate average price remained unchanged at 73,000 yuan/ton. Various lithium - related prices and spreads changed [17]. Fundamental Data - In September, lithium carbonate production increased by 2.37% to 87,260 tons; demand increased by 12.28% to 116,801 tons. Inventory data also changed [17].

Report Summary 1. Market Data and Central Bank Operations - DRO01 closed at 1.31 with a -0.03 bp change, DR007 at 1.42 with a -1.44 bp change, GC001 at 1.54 with a 19.00 bp change, and GC007 at 1.50 with a 1.00 bp change [3]. - SHBOR 3M was at 1.58 with no change, LPR 5 - year at 3.50 with no change, 1 - year treasury at 1.40 with a 0.75 bp change, 5 - year treasury at 1.58 with a 0.50 bp change, 10 - year treasury at 1.76 with a 0.60 bp change, and 10 - year US treasury at 4.02 with a - 0.50 bp change [3]. - The central bank conducted 43.5 billion yuan of 7 - day reverse repurchase operations at an interest rate of 1.40% with a net injection of 43.5 billion yuan as there were no reverse repurchase maturities [3]. - This week, 1021 billion yuan of reverse repurchases will mature in the central bank's open market, with 612 billion yuan and 409 billion yuan maturing on Thursday and Friday respectively [4]. 2. Stock Index Performance - The CSI 300 rose 1.48% to 4606.3, SSE 50 rose 1.36% to 3001.3, CSI 500 rose 1.38% to 7294, and CSI 1000 rose 1.5% to 7483.4 [5]. - Industry sectors generally rose, with automotive, aviation, power grid equipment, and pharmaceutical sectors leading the gains, while shipping and small - metal sectors declined [5]. - The trading volume of the Shanghai and Shenzhen stock markets was 2.0729 trillion yuan, a significant decrease of 503.4 billion yuan or 17% from the previous day [5]. 3. Futures Contracts and Market Outlook - In the futures market, IF, IH, IC, and IM contracts all showed price increases, but their trading volumes and open interests decreased to varying degrees [5]. - In the short term, the stock index is expected to fluctuate, and attention should be paid to the impact of tariff policies and the Sino - US leaders' meeting at the APEC in South Korea at the end of this month [5]. - Small - and medium - cap stocks with high technology weights may face greater shocks, and risk - hedging tools such as CSI 1000 put options can be considered [5]. - The CSI 300 and SSE 50 indexes are expected to show stronger resilience, and in the long term, the upward trend of the stock index is expected to continue [5]. 4. Futures Contract Premium and Discount - IF's premium/discount rates for different contracts were 0.00%, 4.22%, 3.64%, and 2.61% respectively [5]. - IH's were 1.03%, 11.85%, 0.74%, and 0.23% [5]. - IC's were 13.23%, 39.54%, 11.84%, and 10.17% [5]. - IM's were 67.43%, 15.93%, 15.63%, and 13.23% [5].

Group 1: Industrial Production Trends - The industrial production has shown a slight decline, with high furnace operation rates remaining high but experiencing a week-on-week stability at 84.3%, and a year-on-year decrease of 1.2 percentage points to 83.4% [2] - The apparent consumption of steel has decreased significantly, with a week-on-week drop of 18.7% and a year-on-year decline of 29.8% to 17.6% [2] - The inventory of steel has increased by 6.5% week-on-week [2] Group 2: Midstream Production Insights - The operating rates in the petrochemical and automotive sectors have declined, with the soda ash operating rate decreasing by 0.8% week-on-week to 88.4%, and a year-on-year drop of 1.5 percentage points to 0.6% [7] - The textile industry has also seen a decrease, with PTA operating rates increasing by 1% to 77.5% week-on-week but down 2.9 percentage points year-on-year to 5.6% [7] - The operating rate for automotive semi-steel tires has dropped significantly, down 27.1% week-on-week to 46.5%, and down 22.9 percentage points year-on-year to 28.5% [7] Group 3: Construction Industry Performance - Cement demand has decreased, with the cement shipment rate falling by 3% week-on-week to 44.3%, and a year-on-year decline of 4.9 percentage points to 9.1% [14] - The cement inventory ratio has slightly increased, with a year-on-year rise of 1.4 percentage points to 1.4% [14] - The average price of cement has seen a slight increase during the week [14] Group 4: Demand Tracking - The transaction volume of commercial housing has improved, with the average daily transaction area in 30 major cities decreasing by 55.7% week-on-week but increasing by 21.3 percentage points year-on-year to 0.3% [30] - The freight volume related to domestic demand has shown weakness, with road freight volume down 25.6% year-on-year to 15.9% [37] - Passenger travel remains high, with the migration scale index at a high level, increasing by 37.2 percentage points year-on-year to 62.4% [46] Group 5: Price Trends - Agricultural product prices have generally declined, with prices for eggs, vegetables, and pork decreasing by 3.4%, 2.4%, and 0.3% respectively [65] - The industrial product price index has shown a mixed trend, with the Nanhua industrial product price index down 0.2% week-on-week, while the energy and chemical price index decreased by 2% [75]

Group 1: Industrial Production Trends - The industrial production has shown a slight decline, with high furnace operation rates remaining high but experiencing a week-on-week stability at 84.3%, and a year-on-year decrease of 1.2 percentage points to 83.4% [2] - The apparent consumption of steel has decreased significantly, with a week-on-week drop of 18.7% and a year-on-year decline of 29.8% to 17.6% [2] - The inventory of steel has increased by 6.5% week-on-week [2] Group 2: Midstream Production Insights - The operating rates in the petrochemical and automotive sectors have declined, with the soda ash operating rate decreasing by 0.8% week-on-week to 88.4%, and a year-on-year drop of 1.5 percentage points to 0.6% [7] - The PTA operating rate has shown a slight increase of 1% week-on-week to 77.5%, but a year-on-year decrease of 2.9 percentage points to -5.6% [10] - The operating rate for automotive semi-steel tires has dropped significantly, with a week-on-week decline of 27.1% to 46.5% and a year-on-year decrease of 22.9 percentage points to -28.5% [7] Group 3: Construction Industry Performance - Cement demand has decreased, with the cement shipment rate dropping by 3% week-on-week to 44.3%, and a year-on-year decline of 4.9 percentage points to -9.1% [14] - The cement inventory ratio has slightly increased by 1.4 percentage points year-on-year to 1.4% [14] - The average price of cement has shown a slight increase week-on-week [14] Group 4: Demand Tracking - The transaction volume of commercial housing has improved, with the average daily transaction area in 30 major cities decreasing by 55.7% week-on-week but increasing by 21.3 percentage points year-on-year to 0.3% [30] - The freight volume related to domestic demand has shown weakness, with road freight vehicles decreasing by 25.6 percentage points year-on-year to -15.9% [37] - The number of domestic and international flights has remained high, with a year-on-year increase of 1.7 percentage points to 3% for domestic flights [46] Group 5: Price Trends - Agricultural product prices have generally declined, with prices for eggs, vegetables, and pork decreasing by 3.4%, 2.4%, and 0.3% respectively [65] - The industrial product price index has shown a slight decline of 0.2% week-on-week, with energy and chemical prices decreasing by 2% [75] - The metal price index has increased by 1.7% week-on-week [75]

1. Report Industry Investment Ratings No relevant information is provided in the reports. 2. Core Views Copper - Due to the easing of tariff concerns and the expectation of the Fed's monetary easing policy, the copper price showed a strong trend. The shortage of copper mine supply will support the copper price in the medium and long term. The follow - up should focus on the marginal changes in demand and the rhythm of Sino - US tariff negotiations, with the main support level at 84,000 - 85,000 [1]. Alumina - The spot price of alumina is under pressure. Although the current futures price is approaching the mainstream cost range, the upside needs external factors such as supply disturbances in Guinea, rising energy costs, or improved macro - sentiment. It is expected that the short - term spot price will remain under pressure, with the main contract oscillating between 2,800 - 3,000 yuan/ton [3]. Aluminum - The macro - level is favorable for the aluminum price, and the fundamentals are in a tight - balance pattern. The high aluminum price restricts downstream procurement, but the low inventory level reflects the resilience of demand. It is expected that the short - term Shanghai aluminum will maintain a high - level oscillation, with the main contract in the range of 20,700 - 21,300 yuan/ton [3]. Aluminum Alloy - The raw material supply and demand contradiction is unresolved, and the post - holiday demand is recovering steadily. The inventory accumulation trend is slowing down, which provides upward momentum for the price. It is expected that the short - term ADC12 price will maintain a high - level oscillation, with the main contract in the range of 20,200 - 20,800 yuan/ton [4]. Zinc - The supply of zinc is in a loose pattern, and the demand has no unexpected performance. The short - term price may rise due to macro - driving, but the fundamentals have limited support for the continuous rise. It is expected to maintain an oscillation, with the main contract in the range of 21,500 - 22,500 yuan/ton [8]. Tin - The supply of tin ore is tight, and the demand is weak. It is expected that the short - term tin price will continue to oscillate. The follow - up should focus on macro - level changes and the supply recovery in Myanmar in the fourth quarter [10]. Nickel - The macro - risk increases, and the cost has support, but the inventory accumulation has certain pressure. It is expected that the nickel price will oscillate strongly, with the main contract in the range of 120,000 - 126,000 yuan/ton [12]. Stainless Steel - The macro - risk is amplified, the raw material price is firm, and the cost support exists. However, the peak - season demand fails to meet expectations, and the inventory removal is under pressure. It is expected that the short - term stainless steel price will oscillate weakly, with the main contract in the range of 12,500 - 13,000 yuan/ton [13]. Lithium Carbonate - The macro - uncertainty increases, and the market atmosphere is weak. The supply path is gradually clear, and the peak - season demand and inventory reduction support the price. It is expected that the short - term lithium carbonate price will oscillate and consolidate, with the main price center in the range of 70,000 - 75,000 yuan [15]. 3. Summary According to Relevant Catalogs Price and Spread - **Copper**: SMM 1 electrolytic copper price dropped to 85,045 yuan/ton, a decrease of 1.89%. The SMM 1 electrolytic copper premium increased by 60 yuan/ton [1]. - **Alumina**: SMM A00 aluminum price dropped to 20,800 yuan/ton, a decrease of 0.86%. The alumina prices in various regions generally declined [3]. - **Aluminum Alloy**: The price of SMM aluminum alloy ADC12 dropped to 21,000 yuan/ton, a decrease of 0.47% [4]. - **Zinc**: SMM 0 zinc ingot price dropped to 22,200 yuan/ton, a decrease of 0.45% [8]. - **Tin**: SMM 1 tin price dropped to 282,400 yuan/ton, a decrease of 1.74% [10]. - **Nickel**: The price of 1 electrolytic nickel dropped, and the 1 Jinchuan nickel premium increased by 100 yuan/ton [12]. - **Stainless Steel**: The price of 304/2B stainless steel coil dropped to 13,000 yuan/ton, a decrease of 0.38% [13]. - **Lithium Carbonate**: The SMM battery - grade lithium carbonate average price dropped to 73,100 yuan/ton, a decrease of 0.61% [15]. Fundamental Data Production and Import/Export - **Copper**: In September, the electrolytic copper production was 1.121 million tons, a decrease of 4.31%. In August, the import volume was 264,300 tons, a decrease of 10.99% [1]. - **Alumina**: In September, the alumina production was 7.6037 million tons, a decrease of 1.74%. The electrolytic aluminum production was 3.6148 million tons, a decrease of 3.16%. In August, the electrolytic aluminum import volume was 217,300 tons, a decrease of 31,000 tons [3]. - **Aluminum Alloy**: In September, the regenerated aluminum alloy ingot production was 661,000 tons, an increase of 7.48%. In August, the un - forged aluminum alloy ingot import volume was 71,000 tons, an increase of 2.60% [4]. - **Zinc**: In September, the refined zinc production was 600,100 tons, a decrease of 4.17%. In August, the import volume was 25,700 tons, an increase of 43.30% [8]. - **Tin**: In September, the SMM refined tin production was 10,510 tons, a decrease of 31.71%. In August, the refined tin import volume was 1,296 tons, a decrease of 40.19% [10]. - **Nickel**: The Chinese refined nickel production was 36,795 tons, an increase of 0.27%. The import volume was 17,010 tons, a decrease of 3.00% [12]. - **Stainless Steel**: The Chinese 300 - series stainless steel crude steel production was 1.7133 million tons, a decrease of 3.83%. The import volume was 117,200 tons, and the export volume was 447,900 tons [13]. - **Lithium Carbonate**: In September, the lithium carbonate production was 87,260 tons, an increase of 2.37%. The demand was 116,801 tons, an increase of 12.28%. In August, the import volume was 21,847 tons, an increase of 57.79% [15]. Inventory - **Copper**: The domestic social inventory increased to 1.72 million tons, an increase of 15.98%. The SHFE inventory increased to 1.097 million tons, an increase of 15.42% [1]. - **Alumina**: The Chinese electrolytic aluminum social inventory increased to 649,000 tons, an increase of 5.19% [3]. - **Aluminum Alloy**: The social inventory of regenerated aluminum alloy ingots increased to 56,400 tons, an increase of 1.26% [4]. - **Zinc**: The Chinese zinc ingot seven - region social inventory increased to 163,100 tons, an increase of 15.35% [8]. - **Tin**: The SHFE inventory decreased to 5,879 tons, a decrease of 8.55%. The social inventory decreased to 7,786 tons, a decrease of 1.32% [10]. - **Nickel**: The SHFE inventory increased to 29,572 tons, an increase of 1.75%. The social inventory increased to 43,694 tons, an increase of 7.02% [12]. - **Stainless Steel**: The 300 - series social inventory (Wuxi + Foshan) increased to 504,600 tons, an increase of 6.93% [13]. - **Lithium Carbonate**: The total lithium carbonate inventory in September was 665,376 tons, an increase of 0.38%. The downstream inventory increased to 60,919 tons, an increase of 15.29% [15].