Group 1: Metal New Materials - Copper prices are expected to experience high-level fluctuations in the short term due to inventory accumulation and delayed tariff expectations, with LME and COMEX arbitrage space narrowing [8][9] - Aluminum prices are also anticipated to face high-level fluctuations, driven by inventory accumulation and the impact of delayed tariff expectations [9] - Lithium demand remains strong despite seasonal trends, with carbonate lithium prices entering an upward cycle, while cobalt prices are expected to continue rising due to tight raw material supply [10][11] Group 2: Precious Metals - Gold and silver prices have been rising, attributed to weak U.S. employment data and changes in margin requirements for precious metal contracts, which may increase market volatility [13][14] - The geopolitical situation, including U.S. military actions in Venezuela, has heightened demand for safe-haven assets, contributing to the upward momentum in precious metals [14][15] - China's gold reserves increased to 74.15 million ounces by the end of December 2025, reflecting ongoing central bank purchases that support gold prices [18] Group 3: North Exchange Market - The North Exchange has begun disclosing 2025 earnings, with Lin Tai New Materials and Hai Neng Technology forecasting significant profit increases, indicating a positive market outlook [19][20] - The market is expected to maintain liquidity, with structural investment opportunities arising from the technology sector and a focus on companies with strong fundamentals and reasonable valuations [20] - Key investment directions include companies with expected earnings growth, those in the service consumption sector, and firms in the new energy vehicle export chain benefiting from reduced tariffs [20] Group 4: New Consumption - Chao Hong Ji anticipates a substantial increase in net profit for 2025, driven by store expansion and improved brand strength, with a projected profit range of 436 to 533 million yuan [22][23] - The approval of a new medical device by Juzi Biotechnology marks a significant milestone, indicating growth potential in the healthcare sector [23] - The report emphasizes the importance of understanding new consumer trends and suggests focusing on high-quality domestic brands in various sectors [24][25]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the non-ferrous metals industry is "Positive" (maintained) [4] Core Views - Copper prices may experience high-level fluctuations in the short term due to inventory accumulation and delayed tariff expectations. Recent price changes for copper include a decrease of -0.50% for LME copper, -0.63% for SHFE copper, and -0.71% for COMEX copper. The significant inventory accumulation includes LME copper at 144,000 tons (+3.31%), COMEX copper at 54,300 short tons (+4.81%), and SHFE copper at 214,000 tons (+18.3%). The domestic electrolytic copper social inventory is at 321,000 tons (+17.20%). The operating rate for electrolytic copper rods increased to 57.47% (+9.65 percentage points) [4] - Aluminum prices are also expected to face high-level fluctuations due to inventory accumulation. The price of alumina has decreased by 1.12% to 2,655 CNY/ton, while SHFE aluminum rose by 0.83% to 24,185 CNY/ton. The operating capacity for metallurgical-grade alumina is at 89.16 million tons/year with an operating rate of 80.82% (+0.31 percentage points). Domestic aluminum production capacity is nearing its ceiling, and demand is expected to grow, potentially leading to a shortage [4] - Lithium demand remains strong despite seasonal trends, with carbonate lithium prices rising by 12.86% to 158,000 CNY/ton. The production of lithium carbonate is at 22,600 tons, with a slight increase of 0.3%. The demand for lithium battery materials continues to grow, and the supply-demand dynamics are expected to reverse, leading to an upward price trend [4] - Cobalt prices are expected to continue rising due to tight raw material supply. The price of MB cobalt increased by 0.59% to 25.68 USD/pound, while domestic cobalt prices fell by 1.31% to 452,000 CNY/ton. The supply structure remains tight, and prices are likely to rise further [4] Summary by Sections 1. Industry Overview - The macroeconomic indicators show that the US December CPI year-on-year rate is at 2.70%, matching expectations. Retail sales for November increased by 0.6%, exceeding expectations of 0.4% [8] - The overall performance of the non-ferrous metals sector shows an increase of 3.03%, outperforming the Shanghai Composite Index by 3.48 percentage points, ranking third among the Shenwan sectors [10] 2. Industrial Metals - Copper: LME copper price decreased by 0.50%, SHFE copper by 0.63%, and COMEX copper by 0.71%. Inventory levels increased significantly, with LME copper inventory up by 3.31% and SHFE copper inventory up by 18.26% [24] - Aluminum: LME aluminum price fell by 0.73%, while SHFE aluminum rose by 0.83%. The inventory situation shows a mixed trend, with LME aluminum inventory down by 1.97% and SHFE aluminum inventory up by 29.24% [34] - Lead and Zinc: LME lead price increased by 1.03%, and SHFE lead by 1.62%. LME zinc price rose by 3.17%, and SHFE zinc by 4.38%. The mining profit for zinc increased by 5.77% to 11,284 CNY/ton [48] - Tin and Nickel: LME tin price rose by 11.68%, and SHFE tin by 18.70%. LME nickel price increased by 0.14%, and SHFE nickel by 5.77% [62] 3. Energy Metals - Lithium: The price of lithium carbonate increased by 12.86% to 158,000 CNY/ton, with lithium spodumene rising by 5.32% to 1,980 USD/ton. The profit margins for lithium production are showing significant fluctuations [78] - Cobalt: The price of MB cobalt increased by 0.59% to 25.68 USD/pound, while domestic cobalt prices decreased by 1.31% to 452,000 CNY/ton. The supply dynamics remain tight, supporting price increases [90]

Core Viewpoint - China Silver Group (00815) experienced a decline of over 5%, with a current price of 0.7 HKD and a trading volume of 38.17 million HKD. The drop is attributed to fluctuations in silver prices and changes in U.S. trade policy regarding tariffs on key minerals [1] Group 1: Market Reaction - On Thursday, silver prices initially fell by 7.3% but later recovered most of the losses [1] - The U.S. government, after a lengthy national security review, decided not to impose comprehensive tariffs on key minerals including silver and platinum, opting instead for bilateral negotiations and considering price floors [1] - This decision alleviated market concerns regarding potential comprehensive tariff measures from the U.S. [1] Group 2: Market Analysis - CITIC Futures noted that the previous price increase was driven by tariff expectations, tight spot supply, and market sentiment, with the rate of increase significantly outpacing the ability of fundamentals to absorb it [1] - Following the cooling of tariff expectations, profit-taking combined with a high volatility environment led to a rapid price pullback [1] - In the medium term, supply constraints, industrial demand (such as from photovoltaics), and the spillover effect from gold remain, but short-term adjustments will be necessary to correct the overly crowded trading structure [1]

1. Report Industry Investment Ratings The report does not explicitly provide an overall industry investment rating. However, it offers trend intensities for various commodities, which can be used as a reference for investment outlooks: - Positive outlook: Zinc [12], Platinum, Palladium [29], Palm oil, Soybean oil [153] - Neutral outlook: Copper, Lead, Tin, Aluminum, Alumina, Cast aluminum alloy, LPG, Propylene, Short - fiber, Bottle - chip, Pure benzene, Bean meal, Bean one, Corn, Cotton, Egg, Peanut [9][15][18][25][109][140][148][158][161][170][175][182] - Negative outlook: Industrial silicon, Rubber, LLDPE, PP, Caustic soda, Pulp, PVC, Fuel oil, Low - sulfur fuel oil, Container Freight Index (European Line), Offset printing paper, White sugar, Live pig [42][72][76][79][82][87][117][120][122][143][165][178] 2. Core Views - **Precious Metals**: Gold is influenced by rising risk - aversion sentiment, while silver is affected by tariff expectation fluctuations [6]. - **Base Metals**: Copper prices are restricted by the strengthening US dollar; zinc is prone to rise and difficult to fall; lead prices are supported by the decrease in LME inventory; tin is consolidating at a high level; aluminum is slightly under pressure; alumina is oscillating downward; cast aluminum alloy follows the trend of electrolytic aluminum [9][12][15][18][25]. - **Energy and Chemicals**: For PX, the valuation is following the cost - end correction, and the future supply - demand is expected to weaken gradually; PTA processing fees are at a high level, and attention should be paid to reducing processing fees; MEG has limited downward valuation space [66]. - **Agricultural Products**: Palm oil is affected by the approaching implementation of the US biofuel policy, and the sentiment in the oil and fat sector has improved; soybean oil's rebound height is limited due to insufficient soybean - related themes; soybean meal requires waiting for the progress of China - Canada trade consultations; corn requires attention to the spot market; white sugar is mainly in a weak operation; cotton continues to be in an adjustment state [153][158][161][165][170]. 3. Summary by Related Catalogs 3.1 Precious Metals - **Gold**: The closing price of SHFE gold 2602 was 1,035.20, with a daily decline of 0.52%. The risk - aversion sentiment has rebounded [6]. - **Silver**: The closing price of SHFE silver 2602 was 22,713, with a daily decline of 0.41%. Tariff expectation fluctuations have an impact on the price [6]. 3.2 Base Metals - **Copper**: The closing price of SHFE copper main contract was 102,560, with a daily decline of 1.26%. The strengthening US dollar restricts price increases [9]. - **Zinc**: The closing price of SHFE zinc main contract was 25,090, with a daily increase of 2.51%. It is prone to rise and difficult to fall [12]. - **Lead**: The closing price of SHFE lead main contract was 17,550, with a daily increase of 0.95%. The decrease in LME inventory supports the price [15]. - **Tin**: The closing price of SHFE tin main contract was 433, with a daily increase of 4.80%. It is consolidating at a high level [18]. - **Aluminum**: The closing price of SHFE aluminum main contract was 24,375, with a decrease of 220 compared to the previous day. It is slightly under pressure [25]. - **Alumina**: The closing price of SHFE alumina main contract was 2,789, with a decrease of 11 compared to the previous day. It is oscillating downward [25]. - **Cast Aluminum Alloy**: It follows the trend of electrolytic aluminum [25]. 3.3 Energy and Chemicals - **PX**: The closing price of the main contract was 7,130, with a decline of 1.82%. The valuation is following the cost - end correction, and the future supply - demand is expected to weaken [66]. - **PTA**: The closing price of the main contract was 5,048, with a decline of 1.33%. The polyester production cut plan has increased, and attention should be paid to the implementation intensity [66]. - **MEG**: The closing price of the main contract was 3,817, with a decline of 1.29%. The valuation has limited downward space [66]. 3.4 Agricultural Products - **Palm Oil**: The closing price of the main contract (day session) was 8,578, with a decline of 1.94%. The approaching implementation of the US biofuel policy has improved the sentiment in the oil and fat sector [153]. - **Soybean Oil**: The closing price of the main contract (day session) was 7,938, with a decline of 0.78%. The rebound height is limited due to insufficient soybean - related themes [153]. - **Soybean Meal**: The closing price of DCE soybean meal 2605 was 2,740, with a decline of 0.33%. Wait for the progress of China - Canada trade consultations [158]. - **Corn**: The closing price of C2603 was 2,295, with an increase of 0.83%. Pay attention to the spot market [161]. - **White Sugar**: The futures main contract price was 5,280, with a decline of 19. It is mainly in a weak operation [165]. - **Cotton**: The closing price of CF2605 was 14,675, with a decline of 0.91%. It continues to be in an adjustment state [170].

Report Summary 1. Report Industry Investment Rating No information provided regarding the report industry investment rating. 2. Core Viewpoints - Silver experienced a significant correction after reaching a new historical high, mainly due to the cooling of tariff expectations, concentrated profit - taking, and increased volatility. Gold also declined but to a limited extent, with its safe - haven and monetary attributes remaining resilient [1][3]. - In the short term, attention should be paid to the decline in silver volatility and the repair of the position structure, while being vigilant about the amplified technical volatility under high - level oscillations. In the medium term, fundamentals and macro - logic will be the main drivers, and the correction is more conducive to the re - layout of long - term funds [3]. 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs Key Information - US senior officials met with Danish and Greenlandic foreign ministers, but the communication failed to calm Trump's public statement about "taking over Greenland", increasing concerns about long - term geopolitical tensions between Copenhagen and Washington and raising the geopolitical uncertainty premium [2]. - Trump said the president "should have some say in Fed policy" and emphasized that he has no plan to replace Fed Chairman Powell [2]. - US Senate Republicans rejected a bill to limit the president's further military actions against Venezuela without congressional authorization [2]. Price Logic - **Gold**: In the overall correction of precious metals, gold was relatively stable. Although the suspension of tariffs in the US eased short - term policy disturbances, disputes over the Fed's independence, the "sell the US" narrative, and geopolitical uncertainties still provided medium - term support for gold. The decline in gold prices was more of a technical adjustment under the repair of risk appetite and did not change its configuration value as a hedging asset [3]. - **Silver**: The previous rise of silver was driven by tariff expectations, tight spot supply, and capital sentiment, with a growth rate significantly faster than the digestion ability of fundamentals. After the cooling of tariff expectations, concentrated profit - taking and a high - volatility environment led to a rapid price decline. In the medium term, supply constraints, industrial demand (such as photovoltaics), and the spill - over effect of gold still exist, but in the short term, time or price correction is needed to digest the over - crowded trading structure [3]. Market Indexes - **Commodity Indexes**: The commodity index was 2448.62, up 0.96%; the commodity 20 index was 2809.04, up 1.08%; the industrial products index was 2362.72, up 0.62%; the PPI commodity index was 1466.29, up 0.70% [45]. - **Precious Metals Index**: On January 14, 2026, the precious metals index was 4368.49, with a daily increase of 3.46%, a 5 - day increase of 9.90%, a 1 - month increase of 19.06%, and a year - to - date increase of 14.23% [46].

Report Industry Investment Rating - Platinum and palladium are expected to be oscillating upwards [2] Core Viewpoints - The tariff expectation on key minerals has not been fulfilled, and platinum and palladium prices are maintaining a wide - range oscillation. The prices of GFEX platinum and palladium main contracts dropped on January 15, with platinum down 4.11% and palladium down 4.62% [1] - Due to concerns about the Fed's independence and rising geopolitical risks, platinum prices may continue to oscillate widely in the short term. In the future, supply in South Africa faces risks, while demand in various fields is expanding, and the "rate - cut + soft - landing" combination will increase price elasticity [1] - The short - term palladium price may also oscillate widely. Although the long - term supply - demand is loosening, the short - term spot shortage and the Fed's potential rate - cut cycle support the price [2] Summary by Related Aspects Platinum - **Current Situation**: The tariff expectation on key minerals has not been fulfilled, and on January 15, the GFEX platinum main contract closed at 609.05 yuan/gram, down 4.11% [1] - **Short - term Outlook**: Concerns about the Fed's independence and rising geopolitical risks will keep the price in a wide - range oscillation. Investors are advised to manage risks and look for low - buying opportunities after the price stabilizes [1] - **Long - term Outlook**: South Africa, the main supplier, faces power supply and extreme weather risks. The platinum market is in a structural expansion stage, with stable demand in the automotive catalyst field, the hydrogen energy industry as a future growth point, and expanding jewelry and investment demand. The "rate - cut + soft - landing" combination will increase price elasticity [1] Palladium - **Current Situation**: The tariff expectation on key minerals has not been fulfilled, and on January 15, the GFEX palladium main contract closed at 478.6 yuan/gram, down 4.62% [1] - **Short - term Outlook**: The price may oscillate widely. Investors are advised to trade cautiously and look for low - buying opportunities after the price stabilizes [2] - **Long - term Outlook**: Although the long - term supply - demand is loosening, the short - term spot shortage and the Fed's potential rate - cut cycle support the price [2] Commodity Index (January 15, 2026) - **Comprehensive Index**: The comprehensive index was 2439.09, down 0.39%; the commodity 20 index was 2791.36, down 0.63%; the industrial products index was 2354.54, down 0.35% [47] Non - ferrous Metals Index (January 15, 2026) - The index value was 2854.45, with a daily increase of 0.09%, a 5 - day increase of 2.13%, a 1 - month increase of 12.72%, and a year - to - date increase of 6.27% [49]

Group 1: Report Industry Investment Rating - No information provided Group 2: Core Views of the Report - On January 13, 2026, the closing price of the GFEX platinum main contract was 605.05 yuan/gram, with a decline of -3.2%; the closing price of the GFEX palladium main contract was 483.25 yuan/gram, with a decline of -5.22% [3] - Due to concerns about the Fed's independence and rising geopolitical risks, platinum prices are expected to fluctuate widely but trend upward. The supply in South Africa faces risks, while the demand in the platinum market is expanding, and the "rate cut + soft landing" combination will increase price elasticity [3] - Affected by tariff expectations and geopolitical risks, palladium prices are expected to fluctuate widely but trend upward. Although the long - term supply - demand of palladium is loosening, short - term spot shortages and the Fed's rate - cut cycle support the price [3][4] Group 3: Summary Based on Related Catalogs Platinum Analysis - The main logic is that concerns about the Fed's independence and geopolitical risks have flared up again, and the "233" clause of the US Department of Commerce on critical minerals has no further news. Short - term price fluctuations may intensify. It is recommended to wait for price stabilization and then consider low - buying opportunities [3] - In terms of supply, South Africa, the main supplier of platinum - group metals, still faces risks in power supply and extreme weather. In terms of demand, the platinum market is in a structural expansion stage, with stable demand in the automotive catalyst field, the hydrogen energy industry as a future growth point, and expanding demand in jewelry and investment [3] - The outlook is that platinum prices are expected to fluctuate upward due to healthy supply - demand fundamentals and positive macro - expectations [3] Palladium Analysis - The main logic is that the market expected the US to impose a 50% high - tariff on palladium on January 10. Palladium is being shipped to the US, intensifying non - US supply shortages. The policy has not been implemented yet, and short - term price fluctuations may intensify. It is recommended to trade cautiously and wait for price stabilization to consider low - buying opportunities [3] - In terms of demand, palladium shows significant structural pressure. Although the long - term supply - demand of palladium is loosening, short - term spot shortages and the Fed's rate - cut cycle support the price [3] - The outlook is that palladium prices are expected to fluctuate upward due to spot shortages and a favorable macro - environment [4] Commodity Index - On January 13, 2026, the comprehensive index was 2425.27, down - 0.30%; the commodity 20 index was 2779.12, down - 0.28%; the industrial products index was 2348.14, down - 0.52% [50] Non - ferrous Metals Index - On January 13, 2026, the non - ferrous metals index was 2809.16, with a daily decline of -1.33%, a 5 - day decline of -1.30%, a 1 - month increase of +8.87%, and a year - to - date increase of +4.59% [52]

Group 1 - The overall market exhibited high volatility last week, with a focus on potential statements from the Trump administration regarding the Section 232 tariff investigation, which could impact silver and copper import tariff expectations [2][6]. - Precious metals saw significant price increases, with COMEX gold rising by 4.07% and silver by 10.41%, while SHFE gold and silver increased by 2.96% and 9.7% respectively [4][27]. - Industrial metals also experienced price fluctuations, with COMEX copper and SHFE copper increasing by 3.38% and 3.23% respectively [4]. Group 2 - Copper prices initially surged due to military activities in Venezuela, raising concerns about supply from South America, but later retreated as the US PMI data indicated a slowdown in manufacturing [6][10]. - Supply-side factors, including a strike at the Mantoverde mine and delays in the Mirador project, provided support for copper prices, which rebounded after a brief decline [6][10]. - The market is closely monitoring the Trump administration's stance on the Section 232 investigation, as it may influence copper tariff expectations [10][11]. Group 3 - The US economy is on a soft landing path, with mixed PMI data and non-farm payrolls slightly below expectations, but overall performance in wage growth and unemployment rate exceeded forecasts [8][27]. - Geopolitical tensions have positively impacted precious metal prices, with expectations of continued strength in gold and silver due to liquidity easing and potential credit risks in the US [8][44]. - The upcoming announcement regarding silver tariffs is expected to lead to increased volatility in silver prices [8][44].

Investment Rating - The report maintains an investment rating of "Outperform the Market - A" for the non-ferrous metals sector [4]. Core Views - The report highlights a bullish sentiment towards non-ferrous metals, particularly copper, aluminum, rare earths, tin, lithium, gold, silver, tantalum, niobium, antimony, and uranium in the medium to long term [1][2][3]. - The macroeconomic environment is warming, leading to price increases in various non-ferrous commodities, with lithium, silver, tin, and aluminum leading the gains [1]. - The report emphasizes the potential for continued price increases in rare earths and tantalum, which are less influenced by supply-demand dynamics [1]. Summary by Sections Precious Metals - Gold and silver prices have shown significant increases, with COMEX gold closing at $4,473 per ounce (+3.68%) and silver at $79.4 per ounce (+2.75%) [1]. - The U.S. labor market data indicates a slight decrease in unemployment to 4.4%, influencing market expectations for the Federal Reserve's interest rate decisions [1]. - The People's Bank of China has increased its gold reserves for the 14th consecutive month, now holding 74.15 million ounces [1]. Industrial Metals - **Copper**: LME copper closed at $12,965.5 per ton (-0.93%), while SHFE copper rose to ¥101,210 per ton (+2.60%). Supply disruptions in Chile and a slight decrease in demand from downstream industries are noted [2]. - **Aluminum**: LME aluminum reached $3,149.0 per ton (+1.91%), with SHFE aluminum at ¥24,455.0 per ton (+7.78%). The report indicates a slight increase in domestic production capacity but weak downstream demand [3]. - **Tin**: SHFE tin contracts rose to ¥352,910 per ton (+7.7%), driven by macroeconomic sentiment and supply expectations from key producing regions [7]. Energy Metals - **Nickel**: Nickel prices experienced volatility, with LME nickel peaking at $18,000 per ton before a sharp decline due to increased inventory levels and weak demand [8]. - **Cobalt**: Cobalt prices remain stable around ¥460,000 per ton, with supply constraints expected to tighten further in 2026 due to export quota delays from the Democratic Republic of Congo [9]. - **Lithium**: Carbonate lithium futures reached ¥143,420 per ton (+18%), with expectations for increased demand from energy storage and electric vehicle sectors [10]. Strategic Metals - **Rare Earths**: Prices for praseodymium-neodymium oxide and terbium oxide have increased to ¥626,000 and ¥623,500 per ton, respectively, with expectations for continued price growth due to stable demand [12].

Group 1: Report Investment Rating - Not mentioned in the provided content Group 2: Core Views - The overall sentiment for copper is that the upward trend may slow down due to factors such as squeezed downstream demand and inventory accumulation, despite strong support from supply - side factors. For aluminum, it is expected to continue to be range - bound with an upward bias. Lead is likely to be weak in the short - term, zinc is expected to have a wide - range oscillation in the medium - term and follow the non - ferrous sector strongly in the short - term. Tin prices are expected to fluctuate with market risk appetite. Nickel's short - term bottom may have appeared. Carbonate lithium is subject to high volatility and is recommended to be observed or lightly traded. Alumina is recommended to be observed, and short positions can be considered under certain conditions. Stainless steel may be advisable to go long at low prices. Cast aluminum alloy is expected to be range - bound with an upward bias [2][5][8][10][12][14][18][21][24][27] Group 3: Summary by Metal Copper - **Market Information**: After the domestic holiday, copper prices continued to be strong. LME copper 3M rose 5.03% to $13,087/ton, and SHFE copper main contract closed at 102,650 yuan/ton. LME copper inventory decreased, while domestic social and bonded - area inventories increased. The spot in Shanghai and Guangdong changed from discount to premium. The import loss of SHFE copper spot widened, and the refined - scrap copper price difference increased [1] - **Strategy View**: With a loose US financial market liquidity, mild domestic policy stimulus, and geopolitical factors, the sentiment is favorable. However, high prices are squeezing downstream demand, and there is inventory accumulation pressure. The upward trend of copper prices is expected to slow down. The reference range for SHFE copper main contract is 101,200 - 105,000 yuan/ton, and for LME copper 3M is $12,800 - 13,400/ton [2] Aluminum - **Market Information**: Both domestic and international aluminum prices accelerated their upward movement. LME aluminum rose 2.28% to $3,090/ton, and SHFE aluminum main contract closed at 24,165 yuan/ton. SHFE aluminum weighted contract positions increased significantly, and futures warehouse receipts increased. Domestic aluminum ingot and aluminum rod social inventories increased, and the processing fee of aluminum rods decreased. The spot in the East China region was at a discount to futures, and LME aluminum inventory decreased [4] - **Strategy View**: The high prices of precious metals and copper are expected to drive up aluminum prices. Although high aluminum prices suppress downstream production, low overseas inventory and supply - side disturbances support the price. Aluminum prices are expected to continue to be range - bound with an upward bias. The reference range for SHFE aluminum main contract is 23,700 - 24,400 yuan/ton, and for LME aluminum 3M is $3,050 - 3,140/ton [5] Lead - **Market Information**: SHFE lead index rose 0.27% to 17,403 yuan/ton, and LME lead 3S rose to $2,020/ton. The refined - scrap lead price difference was 150 yuan/ton. Domestic social lead inventory increased, and LME lead inventory and注销仓单 were recorded [7] - **Strategy View**: The visible lead ore inventory increased, the primary lead production rate remained high, and the recycled lead production rate slightly increased. Downstream battery enterprises' production rate decreased marginally, and domestic lead inventory stopped falling. The lead price is near the upper limit of the oscillation range, and it is expected to be weak in the short - term [8] Zinc - **Market Information**: SHFE zinc index rose 2.34% to 23,849 yuan/ton, and LME zinc 3S rose to $3,172.5/ton. The zinc ingot social inventory increased. The zinc ore visible inventory decreased, and the zinc concentrate TC decreased again but at a slower pace [9] - **Strategy View**: The zinc ore visible inventory decreased, and zinc smelting profit stabilized. Domestic zinc inventory decreased, and the SHFE - LME ratio increased. After the winter stockpiling, the domestic zinc ore supply may be more abundant. The zinc price is expected to have a wide - range oscillation in the medium - term and follow the non - ferrous sector strongly in the short - term [10] Tin - **Market Information**: On January 5, 2026, SHFE tin main contract closed at 334,370 yuan/ton, up 3.55%. The smelting plants in Yunnan and Jiangxi showed different situations in production. The downstream consumer electronics demand was in the off - season, but the new - energy vehicle and AI server orders supported the tin solder enterprises' production rate. The spot market had weak purchasing willingness, and the tin inventory increased for three consecutive weeks [11] - **Strategy View**: Although the current tin market has weak demand and supply improvement expectations, the low downstream inventory limits the bargaining power. The price is expected to fluctuate with market risk appetite. It is recommended to observe. The reference range for the domestic main contract is 300,000 - 350,000 yuan/ton, and for overseas LME tin is $39,000 - 43,000/ton [12] Nickel - **Market Information**: On January 5, nickel prices oscillated. SHFE nickel main contract closed at 134,100 yuan/ton, up 0.94%. The spot premiums were stable, and the nickel ore prices were stable. The nickel iron price continued to rise [13] - **Strategy View**: The nickel surplus pressure is still large, but due to Indonesia's policies, the short - term bottom of nickel prices may have appeared. It is recommended to observe. The reference range for SHFE nickel is 110,000 - 140,000 yuan/ton, and for LME nickel 3M is $13,000 - 16,500/ton [14] Carbonate Lithium - **Market Information**: The Five - Mineral Steel Union's carbonate lithium spot index rose, and the LC2605 contract price also increased. The battery - grade carbonate lithium premium was - 1,750 yuan [17] - **Strategy View**: On Monday, carbonate lithium opened and closed higher, and the total positions increased. The domestic carbonate lithium inventory decreased, and the market has optimistic expectations for the supply - demand pattern in 2026. However, the price transmission to the end - users is incomplete. It is recommended to observe or lightly trade. The reference range for the Guangzhou Futures Exchange's carbonate lithium 2605 contract is 125,500 - 134,500 yuan/ton [18] Alumina - **Market Information**: On January 5, 2026, the alumina index fell 0.22% to 2,749 yuan/ton. The positions increased, and the basis showed that the Shandong spot was at a discount to the main contract. The overseas price fell, and the import loss was reported. The futures warehouse receipts remained unchanged, and the ore prices were stable [20] - **Strategy View**: After the rainy season, the ore supply from Guinea is expected to increase, and the alumina smelting capacity is in surplus. Although there are expectations of supply - side policies, the price rebound faces difficulties. It is recommended to observe, and short positions can be considered if there is no actual production cut. The reference range for the domestic main contract AO2602 is 2,400 - 2,900 yuan/ton [21] Stainless Steel - **Market Information**: On Monday, the stainless steel main contract closed at 13,075 yuan/ton, down 0.38%. The positions increased. The spot prices in different markets showed different trends, and the raw material prices such as nickel and chromium were stable or increased. The futures inventory decreased, and the social inventory decreased [23] - **Strategy View**: In late December, the stainless steel price was driven up by the nickel price. The supply from steel mills was limited, and the inventory decreased. The nickel iron price was firm, but the terminal demand was weak. If the nickel ore supply quota is tightened, the price may rise further. It is advisable to go long at low prices and closely monitor policy implementation [24] Cast Aluminum Alloy - **Market Information**: The cast aluminum alloy price accelerated its upward movement. The AD2603 contract closed up 3.04% to 22,520 yuan/ton. The positions and trading volume increased, and the warehouse receipts slightly increased. The domestic mainstream ADC12 price increased, and the inventory decreased slightly [26] - **Strategy View**: The cost of cast aluminum alloy is strong, and there are supply - side disturbances. The price is expected to be range - bound with an upward bias [27]