"十四五"时期，面对复杂严峻的国内外经济形势，期货市场扛起服务实体经济的责任担当，精准对接国 家战略，深度融入产业链，为实体经济稳健运行保驾护航。从广袤的田野到现代化工园区，从能源基地 到高科技生产线，期现结合的实践遍地开花，结出丰硕成果，践行了"护实体远行"的使命。 在新湖期货总经理金玉卫看来，"保险+期货"模式已成为金融机构服务乡村产业的重要切入点，成为金 融服务乡村全面振兴的有效途径之一。 尿素被誉为"粮食的粮食"，我国高度重视尿素市场供应及市场价格稳定。郑商所锚定化肥"常年生产、 季节使用"的行业痛点，于2021年创新推出"商储无忧"项目，支持承储企业利用尿素期货管理储备期间 的价格下跌风险。5年来，该项目累计为99家次企业的495万吨尿素提供风险管理支持，有效保障了23个 省份的春耕生产用肥需求。目前，已有近90%的尿素贸易龙头企业参与"商储无忧"项目。 "双碳"目标下，绿色转型需要政策引导，更需要"市场之手"助力。国内期货交易所在陆续推出绿色期货 品种的同时，将服务延伸至绿色低碳领域。 "十四五"期间，上期所推出再生金属衍生品——铸造铝合金期货和期权，加快推进液化天然气（LNG） 期货和期权研发上 ...

"十四五"时期，面对复杂严峻的国内外经济形势，期货市场扛起服务实体经济的责任担当，精准对接国 家战略，深度融入产业链，为实体经济稳健运行保驾护航。从广袤的田野到现代化工园区，从能源基地 到高科技生产线，期现结合的实践遍地开花，结出丰硕成果，践行了"护实体远行"的使命。 战略引领 织就实体产业"安全网" 国家战略所指，即是期货市场所向。"十四五"时期，期货交易所胸怀"国之大者"，主动将自身发展融入 国家发展大局，在服务乡村振兴、绿色发展等关键领域精准发力，织密织牢实体经济风险管理的"安全 网"。 守护"大国粮仓"与"乡村沃土"。期货行业持续优化"保险+期货"这一跨界创新模式，从"保价格"到"保收 入"，建立起连接田间地头与期货市场的风险转移通道。多个"保险+期货"项目入选联合国全球减贫最佳 案例。 "十四五"期间，上期所积极开展天然橡胶支农专项工作（包括"保险+期货"和"稳产行动"项目）。郑商 所累计开展"保险+期货"项目184个，涉及苹果、白糖、花生、红枣、棉花、油菜籽等6个品种，覆盖133 个县，为373万吨现货、58万户次农民稳收增收保"价"护航。大商所以"保险+期货"模式为抓手持续开 展"农民收入保障计 ...

Core Insights - The collaboration between Guotai Junan Futures, Guotai Junan Risk Management Co., and Hainan Natural Rubber Industry Group Jinxiang Co., Ltd. (referred to as "Hainan Rubber") has successfully advanced the "Natural Rubber Support for Agriculture Special Project - Stability Production Action Project" for 2025 [1][3] Group 1 - The meeting reviewed the long-term cooperative history between Guotai Junan Futures and Hainan Rubber, highlighting their joint efforts in the "Stability Production Action" project over the past four years [3] - The success of this collaboration is attributed to two key factors: the effective integration of resources and brand advantages by Hainan Rubber, leveraging its industry-leading position, and the professional market analysis and innovative solution design provided by Guotai Junan Futures and its risk management company [3] - The effective leadership through party-building initiatives has solidified the implementation of the "Stability Production Action" project, enhancing the effectiveness of agricultural support work and its social impact [3] Group 2 - The successful hosting of the party-building and business exchange activity marks a new phase in the cooperation between Guotai Junan Futures and Hainan Rubber, laying a solid foundation for deeper implementation of the "Stability Production Action" project and future collaborations in broader fields [3] - In recent years, Guotai Junan Futures has utilized the "Natural Rubber Support for Agriculture Special Project - Stability Production Action Project" as a key initiative, collaborating with Hainan Rubber and Yunnan Rubber Group to conduct a total of 10 cooperative projects in Hainan and Yunnan provinces [3] - These efforts have supported a total of 29,880 tons of natural rubber, effectively contributing to the stability and supply of this strategic material, ensuring the safety of important agricultural product supplies, and promoting local economic development [3]

Core Insights - The article discusses the transformation of the commodity trading industry in China, highlighting the shift from traditional trading models to integrated supply chain management services, driven by market dynamics and the need for risk management [1][2][3]. Industry Evolution - The commodity trading sector in China was initially characterized by rapid growth and a lack of information transparency, with many traders relying on traditional "buy low, sell high" strategies for profit [2]. - The 2008 global financial crisis exposed the vulnerabilities of these traditional models, leading to significant losses for traders as commodity prices plummeted [2][3]. - Increased market transparency and competition have pressured traders to evolve, as clients now demand more than just basic supply services, seeking stability in pricing and cost control [3]. Risk Management and Transformation - The development of China's futures market has provided traders with new tools for hedging price risks, prompting many to establish risk management departments and adopt a "spot-futures" combined operational model [3][4]. - Traders have moved beyond simple hedging to create diversified risk management systems that include basis trading and options, enhancing their competitive edge [4][5]. Integrated Service Ecosystem - The integration of warehousing and logistics into the trading model has become essential for enhancing service efficiency and creating value within the supply chain [7]. - Traders are building comprehensive service systems that combine trading, warehousing, logistics, finance, and information services, transitioning from "spot-futures operators" to "integrated service providers" [7][8]. - The establishment of smart warehousing and logistics networks has improved inventory management and service delivery, while also enabling traders to offer financial services to clients [7][8]. Global Competitive Landscape - As the Chinese economy becomes more integrated into global supply chains, traders recognize the need to enhance their global resource allocation capabilities to compete with international giants [9]. - The combination of risk management through financial tools and a robust physical network has become a key strategy for traders to maintain competitiveness in cross-border trade [9]. Future Outlook - The uncertainty in the commodity market is expected to persist due to geopolitical tensions, climate change, and technological advancements, necessitating continuous innovation and adaptation by traders [10]. - By focusing on empowering the real economy and enhancing service offerings, traders can achieve sustainable growth in a complex market environment [10].

Core Viewpoint - The successful registration and delivery of "Jiantao" brand casting aluminum alloy as one of the first standard warehouse receipts by Fangdun Material (Chongqing) Co., Ltd. marks a significant step in the practical application of aluminum alloy as a futures delivery commodity, enhancing the risk management system of the aluminum industry [1][4]. Group 1: Company Developments - Fangdun Material has been deeply involved in the aluminum industry chain since starting electrolytic aluminum trading in 2019, and has expanded its operations to include the entire aluminum industry chain, including casting aluminum alloy [2]. - The company completed its first alumina delivery in 2023 and has actively engaged in industry research and exchanges to support the successful registration and delivery of casting aluminum alloy [2]. Group 2: Product and Market Opportunities - Casting aluminum alloy, primarily made from recycled aluminum, is characterized by low density, high strength, and excellent corrosion resistance, making it a key material for manufacturing core components in automotive engines and transmissions [3]. - The Shanghai Futures Exchange plans to officially list this product for trading in June 2025, providing a transparent price discovery and risk management tool for the market [3]. - Fangdun Material is leveraging this new tool to conduct basis trading of casting aluminum alloy in the Chongqing region, which helps upstream companies secure sales profits and allows downstream companies to reduce procurement costs [3]. Group 3: Future Outlook - The successful registration and delivery of the first batch of casting aluminum alloy standard warehouse receipts have provided valuable experience for large-scale deliveries in the future [4]. - As the linkage between futures and spot prices strengthens, casting aluminum alloy manufacturers and die-casting production companies will gain more effective risk management tools, contributing to the long-term stability of the industry [4]. - Fangdun Material aims to continue expanding its services to the real economy through diversified business models such as basis trading and rights-inclusive trading, supporting the high-quality development of China's aluminum industry [4].

Core Insights - The global economic landscape is undergoing significant adjustments, with commodity prices experiencing increased volatility due to supply-demand restructuring, geopolitical conflicts, and policy regulations [1] - Ruida Futures is committed to empowering the real economy through innovative financial tools and customized solutions, exemplified by successful case studies in various industries [1] Group 1: Case Studies and Innovations - Ruida Futures' subsidiary, Ruida New Control, won recognition for its "Accumulated Purchase + Accumulated Sale" model, which effectively addresses risk management for cold-rolled processing enterprises [2] - A cold-rolled processing company faced dual challenges of inventory price fluctuation and rising raw material costs, prompting Ruida to implement a cost-optimization hedging strategy [3] - The innovative "zero-cost cumulative option" mechanism allows the enterprise to hedge risks without incurring additional option costs, establishing a positive cycle of risk hedging and cost compensation [3] Group 2: Regional Economic Support - Ruida Futures' Jiangxi branch has served over 100 enterprises since its establishment, helping them achieve additional profits through customized risk management solutions [4] - The Jiangxi team developed a "basis-inclusive hedging" model for a steel company facing winter storage risks, allowing the company to secure risk protection at a low cost [5][6] - This tailored approach has proven effective, enabling the company to avoid significant losses during price downturns and maintain stable operations [6] Group 3: Broader Economic Impact - Ruida Futures extends its services beyond industrial sectors to agriculture and rural revitalization, providing personalized risk management tools to over 1,000 clients across various industries [7] - The company has initiated "insurance + futures" projects to mitigate agricultural price volatility, thereby supporting rural income stability [7] - Ruida Futures emphasizes a proactive service model, offering training and value-added services to enhance clients' risk management capabilities [7] Group 4: Future Directions - Ruida Futures aims to deepen its service offerings by innovating financial tools and expanding into strategic sectors such as renewable energy and agriculture [8] - The company plans to enhance service precision and efficiency through technological empowerment and collaboration with government and industry associations [8] - As market volatility increases, Ruida Futures remains committed to providing high-quality customized services to strengthen enterprises' risk management frameworks [8]

Core Insights - The event "Futures Prosper Xinjiang" was successfully held at Xinjiang University of Finance, focusing on investor education and financial talent cultivation [1][3] - The collaboration between the Xinjiang Securities and Futures Industry Association and Zhengzhou Commodity Exchange aims to integrate theoretical and practical aspects of the futures market [1][4] - The event highlighted the role of futures and derivatives in resource allocation and risk management, emphasizing their importance in supporting the development of local industries [4][5] Group 1 - The event featured industry experts discussing Xinjiang's unique futures products like red dates and cotton, illustrating the value of the futures market in serving the real economy [3] - The Xinjiang Securities and Futures Industry Association aims to deepen the "industry + university" collaborative education model, enhancing the professional dialogue and knowledge transfer [3][4] - The association is actively expanding the coverage and professionalism of investor education through a series of campus activities, building a comprehensive talent cultivation platform [4] Group 2 - The association plans to continue the "Futures Prosper Xinjiang" series, integrating financial knowledge dissemination, practical teaching, and talent incubation to contribute to the high-quality development of Xinjiang's economy [5]

Core Viewpoint - The domestic glass industry is undergoing a significant transformation in its fuel structure, shifting towards a diversified model dominated by natural gas, with petroleum coke and coal gasification as important supplements [1][2] Fuel Structure - As of mid-2025, 59.38% of the national float glass production capacity will utilize natural gas, particularly dominant in North and East China [1] - Petroleum coke accounts for 20.77% of the fuel mix, concentrated in Central and South China, while coal gasification holds an 18.00% share, mainly in North, Northwest, and Northeast China [1] Driving Forces - The primary driver of this fuel structure change is environmental policy, particularly the "Energy Conservation and Carbon Reduction Action Plan," which promotes the replacement of traditional fuels with cleaner energy sources [2] - Fuel costs, which constitute 30% to 40% of total production costs, significantly influence companies' fuel choices [2] - Despite natural gas being the mainstream choice, high gas prices have led to losses for companies using it, while those using coal gasification have seen better profits due to lower coal prices [2] Industry Dynamics - The competition between old and new production capacities is reshaping the industry landscape, with older natural gas-fired facilities being the most affected by recent shutdowns [2] - A structural contradiction exists where the push for natural gas due to environmental policies is challenged by the high costs that older facilities cannot sustain [2] Future Outlook - Regional policies are accelerating the transition, such as Hubei's timeline for converting petroleum coke to natural gas, which will significantly alter the fuel composition in Central and South China [3] - The industry is exploring advanced low-carbon technologies, including all-electric melting technology for daily glass and all-oxygen combustion technology for float glass, which has been adopted as industry standards [3] - Hydrogen technology is in the research and demonstration phase, representing a long-term direction towards zero-carbon manufacturing [3] Local Initiatives - In Hebei's Shahe glass industry, the energy transition is not a straightforward switch from coal to natural gas but involves a mixed replacement strategy centered on coal gasification, supplemented by pipeline natural gas [4] - The Zhengkang Clean Gas Project, funded by local enterprises, is a key player in this energy transition, having commenced operations in March 2025 [3][4] Economic Considerations - The choice of coal gasification as a core path is based on multiple factors, including cost advantages and resource endowments, making it more economically viable than relying solely on natural gas [4] - The transition to cleaner energy sources is expected to increase production costs, leading companies to face tough decisions on whether to invest in upgrades or temporarily shut down older lines [4] Industry Collaboration - Industry chain collaboration is becoming a core trend, with companies building upstream and downstream relationships to enhance operational efficiency [5] - Financial capital is increasingly integrated into the industry, with government initiatives supporting credit for industrial upgrades [5] - Collaborative efforts between government, universities, and enterprises are focused on overcoming technical challenges and nurturing talent for innovation [5] Competitive Landscape - The industry is shifting from homogeneous competition to product differentiation, with leading companies moving towards high-value specialty glass sectors [5] - Despite the focus on high-end products, price wars remain intense, with some manufacturers resorting to price cuts to recover cash flow, leading to market price distortions [5] - Operational efficiency is becoming crucial, with companies utilizing innovative inventory management strategies to enhance cost control [5] Overall Industry Direction - The future development path of the Shahe glass industry is clearly oriented towards high-end, intelligent, green, and financialized operations, with collaboration aimed at resource aggregation and competition driving firms towards high-value sectors [6]

Core Insights - The ferroalloy industry is facing significant challenges such as profit margin compression, traditional business models failing, and cyclical demand weakness, prompting companies to innovate with risk management tools like futures and options to achieve counter-cyclical growth [1][2][5] Industry Challenges - The silicon manganese sector has long been plagued by oversupply, making it a focal point for supply-side structural reforms [1] - Profit margins in the silicon iron and silicon manganese industries have been persistently low, except for 2021, with weak long-term demand growth [2] - The first quarter of 2024 saw a downward trend in spot market prices due to excess capacity and declining demand, leading to a downward spiral in silicon manganese prices [1][2] Risk Management Innovations - Companies are exploring new risk management models through the combination of futures and options, which allows for more robust business operations amid market fluctuations [2][3] - The use of options provides significant advantages, such as protecting futures positions and alleviating financial pressure while retaining the potential for profit from price increases [2][3] Operational Strategies - The integration of futures and options not only helps companies manage price risks but also fosters collaboration across the supply chain, enhancing overall industry resilience [3][4] - Companies have shifted their sales strategies from a reliance on long-term contracts with steel mills to a more balanced approach that includes a significant portion of spot trading [3][4] Performance Improvement - The application of a futures-based strategy has allowed companies to stabilize production and improve competitiveness, leading to better cost management [3][4] - The average profit margins of companies utilizing these risk management tools have shown significant improvement compared to previous periods [4] Future Outlook - The trend of adopting financial tools for proactive risk management is transforming ferroalloy companies from traditional manufacturers into risk management experts, enhancing the resilience and collaboration of the entire supply chain [5] - This shift is seen as a crucial pathway for the industry to break the downward spiral of cost and demand, moving towards a greener, more efficient, and sustainable future [5]

Core Insights - Futures tools have evolved from merely hedging price risks to reconstructing trade logic within the industry [1][2] - The application of derivative tools is transitioning from traditional hedging to more complex models such as basis trading and rights-inclusive trading [2][3] Group 1: Industry Trends - The oilseed, chemical, and textile industries are entering an era of rights-inclusive trading, enhancing risk management capabilities and overall competitiveness [2][3] - The introduction of futures contracts, such as caustic soda futures, provides companies like Dongbo Chemical with improved risk management tools and operational efficiency [2][3] Group 2: Company Innovations - Dongbo Chemical has adopted a basis pricing model for caustic soda, resulting in increased sales and export volumes [3] - Guangzhou Yelong has upgraded its trading models to include futures and options, enhancing its risk management and cost efficiency [3][4] Group 3: Market Dynamics - The correlation coefficients for futures and spot prices of rapeseed oil and meal reached 0.99 and 0.97 respectively in 2024, indicating the growing importance of futures prices as market indicators [5] - Companies like Dongguan Fuzhiyuan leverage futures tools to hedge against risks, achieving up to 80% risk mitigation in procurement [5][6] Group 4: Strategic Importance of Futures - The expansion of production capacity in the grain and oil industry has led to declining utilization rates, making futures tools essential for adjusting sales strategies [6] - Futures tools are seen as a "virtual warehouse" that helps companies lock in supplies and improve operational flexibility [6][7]