Group 1: Key Insights on Baijiu Industry - Demand for banquets has been released in July and August, with a focus on business hospitality and gift-giving ahead of the Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day [1][2] - External risk events have had a decreasing impact on baijiu consumption scenarios, but overall consumption sentiment remains lower compared to the same period last year, leading to an estimated 20% year-on-year decline in sales [2][3] - The baijiu sector is expected to stabilize and recover as consumer sentiment improves, supported by ongoing consumption promotion policies and a gradual recovery in demand [2][3] Group 2: Investment Recommendations - The report suggests focusing on high-end baijiu brands with strong market positions, such as Kweichow Moutai and Wuliangye, as well as Shanxi Fenjiu, which is benefiting from upward channel momentum [3] - Potential cyclical recovery candidates include national brands like Gujing Gongjiu and Luzhou Laojiao, along with innovative companies like Zhenjiu Lidu and Shede Liquor [3] Group 3: Insights on Other Alcoholic Beverages - Beer demand is recovering steadily, with companies diversifying into non-drinking channels and soft drinks, indicating a positive outlook for the sector [4] - The yellow wine sector is expected to see improved competitive dynamics due to price increases among leading brands, with potential for marginal catalysts as the peak season approaches [4] Group 4: Insights on Non-Alcoholic Beverages and Snacks - The soft drink sector is experiencing growth in high-demand segments like energy drinks and sugar-free tea, while traditional categories face some pressure [5] - The snack industry is seeing an increase in store openings and revenue recovery, with specific products like nut gift boxes expected to see improved demand ahead of the holidays [4][5]

Core Viewpoint - The recent FOMC meeting highlighted significant divisions among members, indicating ongoing challenges for the Fed's independence and a prevailing expectation for future rate cuts, which supports a long-term upward trend for gold and copper prices [2][6][8]. Precious Metals - Last week, COMEX gold rose by 1.05% and silver by 1.6%, while SHFE gold and silver fell by 0.73% and 0.89% respectively [4]. - The Fed's decision to cut rates by 25 basis points was anticipated, leading to a slight pullback in precious metal prices as the market had already priced in the rate cut [8][26]. - Despite the cautious tone from Fed Chair Powell, the long-term drivers for gold remain strong due to a weak labor market, geopolitical tensions, and concerns over the dollar's credibility [8][53]. Copper Market - Copper prices experienced a technical pullback, with COMEX copper down by 0.38% and SHFE copper down by 1.52% [4]. - The FOMC meeting led to a retreat in copper prices as traders took profits, reflecting a cautious market sentiment ahead of the meeting [6][10]. - Despite being in a typical consumption peak season, copper demand has shown weakness, and while price declines may stimulate some buying, expectations for a robust demand recovery are tempered [12][53]. - COMEX copper inventories have increased, surpassing 310,000 tons, indicating potential supply pressures despite a forecasted rise in imports [12][13]. - The copper concentrate treatment charge (TC) index fell to -41.25 USD/ton, reflecting a cautious market with subdued trading activity [15]. Market Dynamics - The overall market sentiment for both precious metals and copper is influenced by the Fed's policy direction, with ongoing discussions about future rate cuts being a key factor in price movements [6][8][10]. - The interplay between supply and demand dynamics, particularly in the copper market, suggests that while prices may stabilize, significant upward movement is limited due to anticipated increases in imports and existing supply pressures [12][13].

Group 1: Investment Ratings - No industry investment ratings are provided in the report. Group 2: Core Views - The stock index is expected to rise in the long - term, but the probability of a unilateral upward trend before the National Day holiday is low. It is recommended to control positions [1]. - Asset shortage and weak economy are favorable for bond futures, but the central bank's short - term interest rate risk warning suppresses the upward trend [1]. - After the interest rate cut, the gold price is expected to fluctuate at a high level in the short - term, but there is still room for growth in the long - term [1]. Group 3: Summary by Variety Macro - Financial - **Stock Index**: Long - term bullish, but low probability of unilateral rise before National Day, control positions [1]. - **Treasury Bonds**: Asset shortage and weak economy are favorable, but short - term rate risk warning by central bank suppresses rise [1]. Precious Metals - **Gold**: Short - term high - level oscillation, long - term upward potential [1]. - **Silver**: Short - term strong due to market sentiment [1]. Base Metals - **Copper**: Pressured by profit - taking after Fed rate cut, but expected to stabilize and rise with overseas easing and domestic demand [1]. - **Aluminum**: Pressured by profit - taking, but limited downside in consumption season [1]. - **Alumina**: Weak fundamentals but limited downside as price nears cost line [1]. - **Zinc**: Social inventory increase pressures price, but Sino - US relations may boost sentiment [1]. - **Nickel**: Short - term macro - dominated, may be strong, pay attention to supply and macro changes [1]. - **Stainless Steel**: Short - term oscillation, Sino - US relations may boost sentiment, pay attention to production [1]. - **Tin**: Potential low - buying opportunities in demand season [1]. - **Industrial Silicon**: Influenced by supply and market sentiment factors [1]. Energy - **Crude Oil**: Affected by US inventory, OPEC+ production plan, and Fed rate cut [1]. - **Fuel Oil**: Short - term follows crude oil, supply of raw material is sufficient [1]. Chemicals - **PTA**: Output increases, basis falls, downstream profit recovers [1]. - **Ethylene Glycol**: Basis strengthens, but new device and hedging pressure exist [1]. - **Short - fiber**: Factory devices return, delivery willingness weakens [1]. - **Benzene and Styrene**: Supply increases, import pressure rises [1]. - **Urea**: Limited upside due to weak demand, supported by cost [1]. - **PE**: Price oscillates weakly due to demand and maintenance [1]. - **PVC**: Oscillates weakly with supply pressure and high near - month warehouse receipts [1]. - **LPG**: Upward momentum is suppressed by OPEC production and inventory [1]. Agricultural Products - **Palm Oil**: May break through oscillation range due to supply disruption [1]. - **Soybean Oil**: Long - term bullish with de - stocking expectation, pay attention to Sino - US talks [1]. - **Rapeseed Oil**: Recommend 11 - 1 calendar spread strategy [1]. - **Cotton**: New crop is expected to be abundant, short - term supply may be tight [1]. - **Sugar**: Expected to oscillate weakly with limited downside [1]. - **Corn**: Expected to oscillate at the bottom, focus on new - crop price [1]. - **Soybean Meal**: Buy on dips, pay attention to Sino - US policy [1]. Others - **Paper Pulp**: Oscillates, focus on warehouse receipt cancellation after September delivery [1]. - **Logs**: Oscillates with stable spot price and falling foreign quotes [1]. - **Live Pigs**: Weak due to supply increase and limited downstream demand [1]. - **Shipping (Container Shipping to Europe)**: Freight rates are falling faster than expected [1].

Report Summary 1. Investment Ratings for Industries - **Bullish**: Crude oil, Fuel oil, Coke [1] - **Bearish**: None - **Neutral (Oscillating)**: Most other industries including Index, Treasury bonds, Gold, Silver, Copper, Aluminum, Alumina, Zinc, Nickel, Stainless steel, Industrial silicon, Polysilicon, Lithium carbonate, Rebar, Hot-rolled coil, Iron ore, Non-ferrous metals, Soda ash, Coking coal, Palm oil, Soybean oil, Rapeseed oil, Cotton, Sugar, Corn, Soybean meal, Pulp, Logs, Live pigs, Asphalt, BR rubber, PTA, Ethylene glycol, Short fiber, Pure benzene and styrene, Urea, PP, PVC, STE HOX, LPG, Container shipping on the European route [1] 2. Core Views - **Macro-financial**: The long-term view for stock index futures is bullish, but the probability of a unilateral upward trend in the market before the National Day holiday is low, and investors are advised to control their positions; the asset shortage and weak economy are favorable for bond futures, but the central bank's short-term warning on interest rate risks suppresses the upward space [1] - **Non-ferrous metals**: After the Fed's interest rate cut, the non-ferrous sector has oscillated and corrected. Each metal has different supply and demand fundamentals, resulting in varying price trends, with most having limited downward or upward space [1] - **Agricultural products**: Different agricultural products have different supply and demand situations, such as palm oil having a chance to break through the oscillation range and rise, soybean oil having a long-term bullish outlook, and sugar and corn prices oscillating [1] - **Energy and chemicals**: The supply and demand of energy and chemical products are complex. Crude oil and fuel oil are bullish due to factors such as inventory decline and production increase plans, while most other products oscillate due to various supply and demand and cost factors [1] 3. Summary by Industry **Macro-financial** - **Stock index futures**: Long-term bullish, low probability of unilateral rise before National Day, control positions [1] - **Treasury bonds**: Asset shortage and weak economy are favorable, but central bank's interest rate risk warning suppresses upward space [1] **Non-ferrous metals** - **Gold**: After the Fed's interest rate cut, it is expected to oscillate and adjust in the short term, with limited adjustment intensity [1] - **Silver**: After the Fed's interest rate cut, some long positions left the market, and it is expected to oscillate at a high level in the short term [1] - **Copper**: After the Fed's interest rate cut, copper prices are under pressure, but with the start of the easing cycle and improving downstream demand, the callback space is limited [1] - **Aluminum**: After the Fed's interest rate cut, aluminum prices are under pressure, but with the arrival of the consumption peak season, the downward space is limited [1] - **Alumina**: Production and inventory are increasing, the spot price is under pressure, but it is approaching the cost line, so the downward space is limited [1] - **Zinc**: Social inventory is increasing, and zinc prices are oscillating and weakening in the short term [1] - **Nickel**: After the Fed's interest rate cut, the non-ferrous sector oscillated and corrected. Nickel prices are oscillating in a range in the short term, and attention should be paid to supply and macro changes [1] - **Stainless steel**: After the Fed's interest rate cut, the non-ferrous sector oscillated and corrected. Stainless steel futures are oscillating in the short term, and attention should be paid to the actual production of steel mills [1] **Agricultural products** - **Palm oil**: Affected by floods in Malaysia's Sabah state, the supply is disrupted, and the price is expected to break through the oscillation range and rise [1] - **Soybean oil**: The de-stocking expectation in the fourth quarter remains unchanged, and it is bullish in the long term. Short-term attention should be paid to the impact of Sino-US negotiations [1] - **Rapeseed oil**: Canada may adjust imports, and a positive spread strategy for rapeseed oil 11=1 is recommended [1] - **Cotton**: The new cotton harvest is expected to be abundant, and the short-term supply may be tight. The acquisition game during the new cotton acquisition period will be the focus [1] - **Sugar**: New sugar is on the market, and the price is expected to oscillate weakly with limited downward space in the short term [1] - **Corn**: The new season's corn has not been fully listed, and the price is oscillating at a low level in the short term. C01 is expected to remain weak later [1] - **Soybean meal**: Affected by Sino-US negotiations and pig anti-involution policies, the price is under pressure. It is oscillating in a range, and attention should be paid to Sino-US policies and Brazilian planting weather [1] **Energy and chemicals** - **Crude oil**: Bullish due to factors such as US inventory decline, OPEC+ production increase plan, and Fed's interest rate cut [1] - **Fuel oil**: Bullish for the same reasons as crude oil [1] - **Asphalt**: Short-term supply and demand contradiction is not prominent, following crude oil. The "14th Five-Year Plan" construction demand may be falsified, and the supply of Ma Rui crude oil is sufficient [1] - **BR rubber**: The supply of synthetic rubber is loose, and the downstream trading is weakening. The price is oscillating, and attention should be paid to inventory de-stocking and device maintenance [1] - **PTA**: Domestic production is increasing, the basis is declining rapidly, and the polyester operating rate has recovered [1] - **Ethylene glycol**: The basis is strengthening, but the upcoming production of Yulong Petrochemical's device and the increase in hedging positions after the price rise bring pressure [1] - **Short fiber**: Factory devices are gradually returning, and the delivery willingness of market warehouse receipts has weakened with the price decline [1] - **Pure benzene and styrene**: Supply is increasing after maintenance, and domestic import pressure is increasing [1] - **Urea**: Export sentiment has eased, and there is limited upward space due to insufficient domestic demand, but there is support from anti-involution and cost [1] - **PP**: Oscillating weakly due to factors such as limited maintenance support, rigid demand for orders, and return to fundamentals [1] - **PVC**: Supply pressure is increasing, and there are many near-month warehouse receipts, so the price is oscillating weakly [1] - **LPG**: Crude oil production increase and bearish fundamentals suppress the upward momentum, but there are factors such as international demand and domestic device profit changes [1] **Others** - **Container shipping on the European route**: In September, the supply exceeded the same period, and the freight rate is expected to decline [1]

Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant information provided. Core View of the Report The Fed's monetary policy adjustments and industry - specific factors jointly affect the prices of various non - ferrous metals. Overall, most non - ferrous metals show different trends in price, inventory, and market sentiment, with short - term price trends varying from metal to metal [2][4][5]. Summary by Metal Copper - The Fed's interest rate cut and the rate dot - plot's indication of future cuts led to copper price adjustments. LME copper closed down 1.41% to $9974/ton, and SHFE copper closed at 79880 yuan/ton. LME copper inventory decreased, and the domestic downstream procurement sentiment was weak. Short - term copper prices may turn to a volatile trend, with the SHFE copper main contract running between 79200 - 80800 yuan/ton and LME copper 3M between 9880 - 10100 dollars/ton [2]. Aluminum - After the Fed's interest rate cut, aluminum prices generally declined. LME aluminum closed down 0.83% to $2689/ton, and SHFE aluminum closed at 20750 yuan/ton. Domestic inventories increased, and the market transaction was not ideal. With downstream entering the traditional peak season, aluminum prices are expected to be strongly supported. The domestic main contract is expected to run between 20700 - 21000 yuan/ton, and LME aluminum 3M between 2660 - 2720 dollars/ton [4]. Lead - Lead prices are expected to be strong in the short term. Lead concentrate raw materials are in short supply, and the downstream battery inventory is decreasing. Although there was some emotional disturbance in the non - ferrous metal sector before the Fed's interest rate meeting, the overall sentiment is still positive, and the improved industry data supports the upward breakthrough of lead prices [5]. Zinc - Zinc prices are expected to be strong in the short term. Zinc concentrate inventory is rising, and processing fees are differentiated. The import window is closed, and the zinc ore surplus is alleviated. Although the SHFE zinc increase is limited, if the zinc ingot export window opens and zinc ore imports are restricted, the domestic zinc price may rise with the sector [6]. Tin - Tin prices are expected to be strongly volatile. The supply of tin is significantly reduced due to slow resumption of production in Myanmar and smelter maintenance. Although the traditional consumer electronics and home appliance sectors have weak demand, the demand has marginally improved with the arrival of the peak season, so the price is expected to be strong [7]. Nickel - In the short term, the high inventory of refined nickel drags down the nickel price, but in the long term, factors such as the Fed's easing expectations and the RKAB approval are expected to support the nickel price. It is recommended to buy on dips, with the SHFE nickel main contract running between 115000 - 128000 yuan/ton and LME nickel 3M between 14500 - 16500 dollars/ton [9]. Lithium Carbonate - The price of lithium carbonate is in a volatile adjustment. The fundamental improvement has been reflected in the market, and there is currently no new marginal change to drive the price up. Attention should be paid to industry information and macro - expectation changes. The reference operating range of the GZFE lithium carbonate 2511 contract is 70800 - 75800 yuan/ton [12]. Alumina - In the short term, it is recommended to wait and see. Although the ore price has short - term support, it may be under pressure after the rainy season, and the over - capacity pattern in the smelting end is difficult to change in the short term. However, the Fed's interest rate cut expectation may drive the non - ferrous metal sector to be strong. The domestic main contract AO2601 is expected to run between 2800 - 3100 yuan/ton [14]. Stainless Steel - The demand for stainless steel is weak due to the downturn in the real estate industry. Although the demand from the new energy vehicle industry is increasing, it cannot offset the decline in traditional demand. The downstream consumption has not improved significantly, and the market is waiting and watching [16][17]. Cast Aluminum Alloy - Cast aluminum alloy prices are expected to remain high in the short term. The downstream is transitioning from the off - season to the peak season, and the cost is strongly supported by the supply disturbance of scrap aluminum at home and abroad. With the exchange reducing the margin ratio, market activity is increasing [19].

Group 1 - The asphalt market has entered the consumption peak season, traditionally from August to October, but this year it was delayed to September due to widespread rainfall across the country [1] - Despite being in the consumption peak season, the market is characterized by "active trading but weak prices," with asphalt prices not rising due to inventory depletion [1] - As of September 15, the low-price negotiation range for asphalt was 3520 to 3650 yuan/ton, with a slight increase, while the high-price negotiation range saw a small decline [1] Group 2 - The futures market is experiencing a decline in bullish sentiment due to weak fundamentals, leading to pressure on asphalt prices [2] - The International Energy Agency and the U.S. Energy Information Administration have both lowered global oil demand forecasts for the next two years, which weakens cost support for asphalt futures [2] - Despite the current weak market conditions, geopolitical risks and global trade tensions could lead to sudden increases in oil prices, potentially driving asphalt prices up [2]

Report Industry Investment Ratings - **Macro Finance**: Long-term bullish on stock indices, recommended to buy on dips; hold a wait-and-see attitude towards treasury bonds [1][5] - **Black Building Materials**: Adopt range trading for coking coal and rebar; recommended to buy on dips for glass [1][7][8] - **Non-ferrous Metals**: Hold a wait-and-see attitude or buy on dips for copper; recommended to buy on dips after pullbacks for aluminum; recommended to hold a wait-and-see attitude or sell on rallies for nickel; adopt range trading for tin, gold, and silver [1][10][11][14][15][17][18] - **Energy and Chemicals**: PVC, caustic soda, styrene, urea, and methanol are expected to trade in a range; recommended to conduct an arbitrage strategy of shorting the January contract and going long on the May contract for soda ash; rubber is expected to trade with a bullish bias; polyolefins are expected to trade in a wide range [1][19][20][22][23][25][26][28][30][32] - **Cotton Textile Industry Chain**: Cotton, cotton yarn, and PTA are expected to trade in a range; apples are expected to trade with a bullish bias; jujubes are expected to trade with a bearish bias [1][33][34][35][35] - **Agricultural and Livestock**: Recommended to sell on rallies for live pigs and eggs; corn is expected to trade in a range; soybean meal is expected to trade in a range; oils and fats are expected to trade with a bullish bias [1][37][38][39][42][44][50] Core Views - The market is currently in a state of structural adjustment, with different sectors showing varying trends. Some sectors are supported by positive factors such as improved macro liquidity and strong demand expectations, while others face challenges such as oversupply and weak demand [5][7][8][10][11][12][14][15][16][17][18][20][22][23][25][26][28][30][32][33][34][35][37][38][39][42][44][50] - The Fed's interest rate decision and macro policies will have a significant impact on the market. The market has strong expectations for a Fed rate cut in September, which will create favorable conditions for domestic monetary easing and support the prices of some assets [5][10][11][12][14][15][16][17][18][20][22][23][25][26][28][30][32][33][34][35][37][38][39][42][44][50] - Investors should pay attention to the supply and demand fundamentals, cost factors, and policy changes of different sectors and adjust their investment strategies accordingly [5][7][8][10][11][12][14][15][16][17][18][20][22][23][25][26][28][30][32][33][34][35][37][38][39][42][44][50] Summary by Directory Macro Finance - **Stock Indices**: The market may continue to experience a structural adjustment in the near term, with a search for a clear leading sector. The bull market logic driven by liquidity remains intact, and it is recommended to buy on dips in the medium to long term [5] - **Treasury Bonds**: It is recommended to hold a wait-and-see attitude. Although the central bank's bond purchase operations may have an impact on the market, the market reaction is expected to be more of a phased and impulse-like nature [5][6] Black Building Materials - **Double Coking Coal**: The price increase of pithead coal has slowed down, and the market is in a state of shock. It is recommended to wait for a clear driving factor [7] - **Rebar**: The price of rebar futures has continued to strengthen, but the supply and demand fundamentals are still weak. It is recommended to buy on dips, with a focus on the support level of 3000 - 3100 for the RB2601 contract [7] - **Glass**: The supply of glass has remained stable, and the demand has improved. It is recommended to buy on dips for the January contract, with a focus on the arbitrage opportunity between soda ash and glass [8] Non-ferrous Metals - **Copper**: The price of copper has shown a strong upward trend in the near term, supported by factors such as the Fed's interest rate cut expectations and the improvement in domestic demand. It is recommended to hold a wait-and-see attitude or buy on dips, with a focus on the 82500 resistance level for the Shanghai copper main contract [10][11] - **Aluminum**: The supply of aluminum has increased slightly, and the demand has entered the peak season. It is recommended to buy on dips, with a focus on the arbitrage strategy of going long on AD and shorting AL [12] - **Nickel**: The supply of nickel is expected to increase, but the price is supported by the bottom. It is recommended to sell on rallies moderately in the short term, with a focus on the impact of the macro environment on the price [15][16] - **Tin**: The supply of tin is tight, and the demand is expected to recover. It is recommended to conduct range trading, with a focus on the 26 - 27.8 million yuan/ton range for the Shanghai tin 10 contract [17] - **Silver and Gold**: The prices of silver and gold are expected to be supported by the Fed's interest rate cut expectations and the weakening of the US dollar. It is recommended to conduct range trading, with a focus on the 9700 - 10500 range for the Shanghai silver 10 contract and the 815 - 855 range for the Shanghai gold 10 contract [17][18] Energy and Chemicals - **PVC**: The supply of PVC is high, and the demand is weak. It is recommended to conduct range trading, with a focus on the 4850 - 5050 range for the January contract [19][20] - **Caustic Soda**: The supply of caustic soda has increased slightly, and the demand is expected to improve. It is recommended to conduct range trading, with a focus on the 2550 - 2650 range for the January contract [21][22] - **Styrene**: The supply of styrene is sufficient, and the demand is limited. It is recommended to conduct range trading, with a focus on the 7000 - 7300 range [23][24] - **Rubber**: The supply of rubber is stable, and the demand has improved. It is recommended to conduct range trading, with a focus on the 15600 support level [24][25] - **Urea**: The supply of urea is high, and the demand is weak. It is recommended to conduct range trading, with a focus on the 1630 - 1650 support level for the January contract and the positive arbitrage opportunity for the 1 - 5 spread [26][27][28] - **Methanol**: The supply of methanol has remained stable, and the demand has decreased. It is recommended to conduct range trading, with a focus on the 2330 - 2450 range for the January contract [28] - **Polyolefins**: The supply of polyolefins has decreased slightly, and the demand has improved. It is recommended to conduct range trading, with a focus on the 7200 - 7500 range for the L2601 contract and the 6900 - 7200 range for the PP2601 contract [30] - **Soda Ash**: The supply of soda ash is high, and the demand is weak. It is recommended to conduct an arbitrage strategy of shorting the January contract and going long on the May contract [32] Cotton Textile Industry Chain - **Cotton and Cotton Yarn**: The global supply and demand of cotton have improved, but the new cotton production is expected to increase significantly. It is recommended to prepare for hedging [33] - **PTA**: The supply of PTA is expected to increase, and the price of oil has weakened. It is recommended to conduct range trading, with a focus on the 4600 - 4950 range [34][35] - **Apples**: The price of apples has shown a strong upward trend, supported by the high price of early-maturing apples and the positive procurement sentiment of merchants. It is recommended to pay attention to the development of the market [35] - **Jujubes**: The consumption of jujubes is weak, and the price is under pressure. It is recommended to conduct range trading with a bearish bias [36] Agricultural and Livestock - **Live Pigs**: The supply of live pigs is high, and the demand is weak. It is recommended to sell on rallies, with a focus on the 13700 - 14000 resistance level for the November contract and the 14000 - 14300 resistance level for the January contract. Also, pay attention to the arbitrage strategy of going long on the May contract and shorting the March contract [37][38] - **Eggs**: The supply of eggs is expected to increase, and the price is under pressure. It is recommended to sell on rallies for the near-term contracts (October and November) or hold put options for the November contract. It is recommended to be cautious when shorting the December and January contracts, with a focus on the range trading [38] - **Corn**: The supply of corn is sufficient, and the price is under pressure during the listing period. It is recommended to sell on rallies for the November contract, with a focus on the 2220 - 2250 resistance level. Also, pay attention to the 1 - 5 reverse arbitrage [39][40][41] - **Soybean Meal**: The supply of soybean meal is expected to be loose in the near term, and the price is under pressure. It is recommended to pay attention to the 3030 support level for the M2601 contract, with a focus on the impact of the US - China trade relationship and the procurement of ships after October on the price [42][43][44] - **Oils and Fats**: The prices of oils and fats are expected to be strong in the near term, supported by factors such as the reduction in palm oil production in Malaysia and the improvement in demand. It is recommended to buy on dips or purchase call options, with a focus on the 8550, 9700, and 10300 resistance levels for the January contracts of soybean oil, palm oil, and rapeseed oil respectively. Also, pay attention to the positive arbitrage opportunity for the rapeseed oil 11 - 01 contract spread [44][45][46][47][48][50]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Views of the Report - The market is highly concerned about the Fed's interest rate decision, with a general expectation of a 25bp rate cut. Most commodities are in a state of waiting for the outcome of the meeting, and their short - term trends are affected by this expectation [4][6][16]. - Domestic policies are being introduced to boost service consumption, and the A - share market is expected to oscillate at a high level in the short term, while the bond market remains on the sidelines [3]. - Different commodities have different supply - demand fundamentals, which, combined with macro - factors, determine their price trends. 3. Summary by Related Catalogs Macroeconomics - Overseas: The US retail sales in August increased by 0.6% month - on - month, higher than expected, indicating strong consumption. The market is waiting for the FOMC result, with the US dollar index falling, and the gold price hitting a new high [2]. - Domestic: The Ministry of Commerce and other nine departments have introduced new policies for service consumption. The A - share market is oscillating, with more than 3,600 stocks rising. The bond market is sensitive to negatives, and the 10Y and 30Y interest rates have been restored to 1.78% and 2.08% respectively [3]. Precious Metals - Gold and silver showed mixed performance. COMEX gold futures rose 0.23% to $3,727.5 per ounce, while COMEX silver futures fell 0.19% to $42.88 per ounce. The market expects the Fed to cut interest rates, but some funds are cautious as the rate - cut approaches [4]. Copper - Before the Fed's interest rate meeting, the market is cautious. The expectation of a 25 - basis - point rate cut this month may have been digested. The market is highly concerned about the future path of the "dot plot". Part of the overseas long - position funds have taken profits in advance. The dollar index is continuously weakening, and the copper price still has upward potential in the medium term [6]. Aluminum - The aluminum price continued to oscillate strongly. The market's strong expectation of a Fed rate cut has boosted the aluminum price. However, high prices have restricted downstream procurement to some extent. The consumption peak season needs to be verified, and the price needs fundamental support to rise further [7][8]. Zinc - The expectation of a large - scale rate cut has weakened. The LME zinc inventory has been continuously decreasing, supporting the price of London zinc and thus the Shanghai zinc price. The domestic downstream procurement is still cautious, and the zinc price oscillates narrowly in the short term [9]. Lead - The expectation of refinery复产 has increased, and the supply - side support for the lead price has weakened. However, the expected stocking demand of downstream battery enterprises during the National Day holiday and the expected outflow of some goods after delivery will support the price. The lead price is expected to adjust at a high level in the short term [10]. Tin - The LME 0 - 3 BACK has slightly widened, and the slow resumption of tin mines in Myanmar and domestic refinery maintenance support the price. However, the increase in inventory at home and abroad and insufficient downstream consumption make it difficult for the price to rise. The tin price will continue to oscillate horizontally in the short term [11]. Industrial Silicon - The demand expectation has improved, and the industrial silicon price is running strongly. The supply is slightly shrinking, and the demand side shows signs of improvement. The short - term price is expected to oscillate [12][13]. Carbonate Lithium - The lithium price may still rise. The downstream stocking expectation is strong, but the acceptance of prices is weak. The risk of resource disruption has not been eliminated, and the high - level emphasis on anti - involution provides support for the price [14]. Nickel - As the Fed's interest rate meeting approaches, the market generally expects a 25bp rate cut. If there is no more - than - expected rate cut, the nickel price may experience a phased correction. The nickel ore market is generally loose, and the domestic nickel - iron cost pressure remains [15][16]. Crude Oil - Geopolitical tensions and inventory reduction have led to an oscillating and strengthening oil price. Although the market has a strong expectation of oversupply in the fourth quarter, the significant reduction in API crude oil inventory has boosted the bulls' sentiment. Geopolitical premiums are continuously factored in [17][18]. Soda Ash and Glass - Attention should be paid to cross - variety arbitrage opportunities. The soda ash price increase may be related to demand and macro - expectations. The glass factory's shipment is smooth, and the market expects the Fed's interest rate meeting to drive domestic liquidity release. One can pay attention to the opportunity of the narrowing spread between glass and soda ash [19][20]. Steel (Rebar and Hot - Rolled Coil) - The steel price is oscillating. After the continuous rise, the market sentiment has been released, and the fundamental demand is poor. The supply has increased, and the peak - season expectation is difficult to be fulfilled. The price is expected to oscillate, and attention should be paid to the impact of the Fed's rate cut on the market [21]. Iron Ore - The port inventory has decreased, and the futures price is oscillating and rebounding. The external ore shipment has increased significantly, and the demand side is supported by the high - level resumption of blast - furnace operation. There is still an expectation of restocking in mid - to - late September [22]. Soybean Meal and Rapeseed Meal - The market trading is light, and the Dalian soybean meal is oscillating within a range. The short - term supply is under pressure, and the long - term import is uncertain. The future trend depends on the US bio - fuel redistribution plan and Sino - US and Sino - Canadian trade relations [23][24]. Palm Oil - The palm oil is oscillating and adjusting. The price of edible oils, including palm oil, is expected to be firm. The supply is expected to be less than the demand in 2025 and 2026. The strong performance of rapeseed oil and the impact of weather on palm oil production and export support the price [25].

Industry Investment Rating - No investment rating information is provided in the report. Core Viewpoints - The bottom support of nickel and stainless steel prices is relatively stable, and the prices are rising. Short - term nickel prices are mainly in a volatile market, easily affected by macro - sentiment, with an unchanged pattern of oversupply and limited upside space. Stainless steel prices show signs of stopping falling and rebounding as inventory has decreased for nine consecutive weeks and material costs have risen. The subsequent demand situation in the consumption peak season needs to be monitored [1][3]. Market Analysis of Nickel Futures - On September 15, 2025, the Shanghai nickel main contract 2510 opened at 122,000 yuan/ton and closed at 122,580 yuan/ton, a change of 1.15% from the previous trading day's closing price. The trading volume was 102,679 (- 42,422) lots, and the open interest was 70,610 (- 2,030) lots. The night session of the main contract stabilized at a high level, standing above 122,000 yuan/ton. After the opening of the day session, it declined slightly but then rose with the overall metal sector, reaching a maximum of 122,900 yuan/ton [1]. Nickel Ore - The market remained calm with stable prices. In the Philippines, mine quotes were firm but slightly delayed due to rainfall. Downstream nickel - iron had a strong bullish sentiment, but iron plants were still in the red and were cautious in nickel - ore procurement. In Indonesia, the supply remained loose, with the September (Phase II) domestic trade benchmark price rising by 0.2 - 0.3 US dollars. The current domestic trade premium was +24, with a premium range of +23 - 24 [1]. Spot - Jinchuan Group's sales price in the Shanghai market was 122,600 yuan/ton, a decrease of 100 yuan/ton from the previous trading day. Spot trading was generally average, and the premiums and discounts of refined nickel of each brand were slightly adjusted. The premium of Jinchuan nickel changed by 50 yuan/ton to 2,300 yuan/ton, the premium of imported nickel changed by 0 yuan/ton to 300 yuan/ton, and the premium of nickel beans was 2,450 yuan/ton. The previous trading day's Shanghai nickel warehouse receipt volume was 24,959 (+1,430) tons, and the LME nickel inventory was 224,484 (- 600) tons [2]. Strategy for Nickel - Short - term nickel prices are mainly in a volatile market, and the overall strategy is based on range trading. There are no strategies for inter - period, cross - variety, spot - futures, and options trading [3]. Market Analysis of Stainless Steel Futures - On September 15, 2025, the stainless - steel main contract 2511 opened at 12,945 yuan/ton and closed at 13,070 yuan/ton, a change of 1.20% from the previous trading day's closing price. The trading volume was 180,934 (+180,934) lots, and the open interest was 133,829 (- 4,171) lots. The night - session trend was stable, but after the opening of the day session, affected by the price increase of a large domestic stainless - steel plant, the price rose strongly, reaching a maximum of 13,100 yuan/ton and slightly retracting at the close [3]. Spot - Affected by the rise of the futures price, the spot price increased. Although the acceptance of high - priced goods was low, inquiries increased significantly, market activity improved, and actual transactions were fair. The stainless - steel price in the Wuxi market was 13,250 (+50) yuan/ton, and in the Foshan market, it was 13,250 (+50) yuan/ton. The premium and discount of 304/2B were 250 to 550 yuan/ton. According to SMM data, the ex - factory tax - inclusive average price of high - nickel pig iron changed by 0.50 yuan/nickel point to 954.0 yuan/nickel point [3]. Strategy for Stainless Steel - With inventory decreasing for nine consecutive weeks and material costs rising, stainless - steel prices show signs of stopping falling and rebounding. The subsequent demand situation in the consumption peak season needs to be monitored. The unilateral strategy is neutral, and there are no strategies for inter - period, cross - variety, spot - futures, and options trading [3][4].

Report Industry Investment Ratings No clear overall industry investment ratings are provided in the report. However, specific ratings for some products are as follows: - Gold: Bullish [1] - Silver: Bullish [1] - Copper: Expected to be strong [1] - Aluminum: Expected to be strong [1] - Nickel: Short - term bullish, long - term bearish pressure exists [1] - Stainless steel: Short - term bullish, suggest short - term operation [1] - Tin: Expected to strengthen in shock [1] - Palm oil: Long - term bullish, short - term risk of correction [1] - Rapeseed oil: Suggest 11 - 1 positive spread strategy [1] - PTA: No clear rating, but downstream situation is positive [1] - Ethylene glycol: Bearish [1] Core Viewpoints - Market liquidity has weakened its driving force on stock index futures. With dense macro events this week, it is recommended to control risks in stock index futures positions and adjust for long - positions [1]. - Asset shortage and weak economy are beneficial for bond futures, but short - term central bank's interest rate risk warning suppresses the upward trend [1]. - The approaching Fed rate cut in September provides support for gold prices, which may run strongly at high levels in the short term [1]. - US CPI inflation data meets expectations, removing obstacles for the Fed rate cut. Along with the approaching consumption peak season, copper and aluminum prices are expected to be strong [1]. - For non - ferrous metals, the Fed rate cut expectation is rising, and the market is concerned about the fourth - quarter nickel ore quota approval in Indonesia. Different metals have different trends based on their fundamentals [1]. - For black metals, supply surplus pressure remains, and although there is marginal improvement in peak - season demand, prices are under pressure [1]. - For agricultural products, different products have different trends. For example, cotton supply may be tight in the short term, while sugar prices are expected to be weak in shock [1]. - For energy and chemical products, various factors such as device operation, supply and demand, and cost affect the price trends of different products [1]. Summary by Categories Macro - financial - Stock index futures: Control risks in positions and adjust for long - positions due to weakened liquidity driving force and dense macro events [1]. - Bond futures: Asset shortage and weak economy are beneficial, but short - term interest rate risk warning suppresses the upward trend [1]. Non - ferrous metals - Gold: Supported by the approaching Fed rate cut, may run strongly at high levels in the short term [1]. - Silver: Bullish [1]. - Copper: May be strong due to meeting inflation expectations and approaching consumption peak season [1]. - Aluminum: Expected to be strong with the Fed rate cut expectation and approaching consumption peak season [1]. - Alumina: Fundamentals are weak, but the price is close to the cost line, with limited downward space [1]. - Zinc: Narrow rebound due to improved macro sentiment but pressured by increasing social inventory [1]. - Nickel: Short - term shock and bullish, but long - term surplus pressure exists [1]. - Stainless steel: Short - term shock and bullish, wait for high - selling hedging opportunities [1]. - Tin: Expected to strengthen in shock with improved demand in the peak season [1]. Black metals - Rebar: Valuation returns to neutral, industry driving force is unclear, and macro driving force is warm, with a shock trend [1]. - Hot - rolled coil: Near - month contracts are restricted by production cuts, but far - month contracts have upward opportunities [1]. - Iron ore: Shock trend due to unfavorable short - term fundamentals [1]. - Glass: Supply surplus pressure exists, and prices are under pressure [1]. - Soda ash: Weak reality, supply surplus, and price pressure [1]. - Coal and coke: Fundamentals are weakening, with a shock and weakening trend [1]. Agricultural products - Palm oil: Short - term correction risk, long - term bullish, wait for callback to go long [1]. - Soybean: Pay attention to the adjustment of new - crop soybean yield per unit in the US, and the long - term bullish logic for oils in the fourth quarter remains [1]. - Rapeseed oil: Suggest 11 - 1 positive spread strategy [1]. - Cotton: Short - term supply may be tight, and the acquisition game during the new - cotton acquisition period is the focus [1]. - Sugar: Expected to be weak in shock, with limited short - term downward space [1]. - Corn: Expected to be weak in the short term due to negative news and new - grain selling pressure [1]. - Soybean meal: Maintains range - bound shock in the short term, and pay attention to Sino - US policy changes later [1]. - Pulp: The bottom range is initially shown, but there is no bullish driving force yet [1]. - Log: Weak shock due to unchanged fundamentals and falling external quotes [1]. - Live pigs: Supply continues to increase, downstream acceptance is limited, and the overall is weak [1]. Energy and chemical products - Crude oil: Affected by geopolitical situation, OPEC+ production increase plan, and Fed rate cut expectation [1]. - Fuel oil: Similar influencing factors as crude oil [1]. - Natural rubber: Supported by raw material cost and decreasing inventory [1]. - BR rubber: Pay attention to inventory de - stocking progress and autumn device maintenance [1]. - PTA: Production increases, basis declines rapidly, and downstream profits are repaired [1]. - Ethylene glycol: Basis strengthens, but new device production and hedging pressure exist [1]. - Short - fiber: Factory devices return, and market delivery willingness weakens [1]. - Pure benzene and styrene: Supply increases after maintenance, and domestic import pressure increases [1]. - PF: Price is weak in shock [1]. - PP: Market returns to fundamentals, with increasing supply pressure [1]. - PVC: Peak - season performance is not as expected, and inventory accumulates [1]. - Caustic soda: Weak in short - term shock [1]. - LPG: Suppressed by bearish fundamentals despite production increase [1]. Others - Container shipping: Supply in September exceeds the same - period level, and freight rates are declining [1].