Core Viewpoint - The A-share market is experiencing adjustments, with the Zhongzheng Petrochemical Industry Index showing a V-shaped reversal and increasing by approximately 0.5%, led by stocks such as Hualu Hengsheng, Hengli Petrochemical, and New Fengming [1] Industry Analysis - According to Guojin Securities, supply-side control in the petrochemical and coal chemical industries is expected to be a focus in the first round of policy interventions, suggesting a need to track energy consumption control and new capacity management in these sectors [1] - The current policy aims to address low-price competition, indicating that industries with steep cost curves or significant process cost differences, as well as companies with effective cost management, are likely to benefit [1] ETF Performance - The Petrochemical ETF (159731) and its linked funds (017855/017856) closely track the Zhongzheng Petrochemical Industry Index, which is composed of three major sectors: refining and trading (25.60%), chemical products (23.72%), and agricultural chemical products (19.91%), all of which are expected to benefit from policies aimed at reducing competition, restructuring, and eliminating outdated capacity [1]

Core Viewpoint - The stock market showed positive momentum with major indices opening higher, indicating potential investment opportunities following a recent market correction [1] Market Performance - On October 20, the Shanghai Composite Index rose by 0.67%, the Shenzhen Component Index increased by 1.49%, and the ChiNext Index gained 2.45% [1] - The China Securities Petrochemical Industry Index opened higher and experienced slight fluctuations, currently up approximately 0.35% [1] Sector Analysis - The leading stocks in the petrochemical sector include Cangge Mining, Jinfat Technology, and Tongcheng New Materials [1] - The Petrochemical ETF (159731) is following the index's upward trend, highlighting its value proposition [1] Investment Strategy - Haitong International Securities suggests that after last week's concentrated pullback, the market is gradually presenting configuration value [1] - With the upcoming Fourth Plenary Session of the Communist Party and easing Sino-U.S. trade tensions, the market is expected to regain upward momentum [1] - Investors are advised to strategically position themselves in sectors benefiting from "anti-involution" policies and demand-side initiatives [1] Industry Composition - The top three industries within the China Securities Petrochemical Industry Index are Refining and Trading (25.60%), Chemical Products (23.72%), and Agricultural Chemical Products (19.91%) [1] - These sectors are anticipated to benefit significantly from policies aimed at structural adjustments and the elimination of outdated production capacity [1]

Report Industry Investment Rating - Not provided Core Viewpoints of the Report - In the short term, after repeated digestion of policy benefits, the stock index may adjust after continuous rise; the expectation of three interest rate cuts by the Fed this year has been fully digested, and with the official entry into force of the Gaza ceasefire agreement and the cooling of risk aversion, gold should be wary of adjustments caused by the emergence of profit-taking selling pressure. In the medium to long term, the valuation of the stock index is mainly dragged down by the decline in corporate profit growth at the molecular end, while the support at the denominator end mainly comes from the recovery of risk appetite, including the intensification of domestic counter - cyclical adjustment policies and the easing of international trade frictions, and the stock index is expected to maintain a wide - range oscillation. With the fading of concerns about the uncertainty of US tariff policies, the easing of the Middle - East geopolitical situation, and the full digestion of the expectation of the Fed's interest rate cuts this year, gold faces the risk of a deep adjustment [41]. Summary by Relevant Catalogs Domestic and Foreign Macroeconomic Data - In September this year, the official manufacturing PMI rose for two consecutive months but remained in the contraction range. Industrial production accelerated further, and demand improved marginally. New loans and social financing scale increased, the year - on - year decline of CPI and PPI narrowed, and import and export growth accelerated [3]. Stock Index Fundamental Data Enterprise Profit - From January to August this year, the profits of industrial enterprises above designated size turned positive year - on - year, and the growth rate of finished goods inventory continued to decline. However, due to weak terminal demand, downstream enterprises still faced great operating pressure, had difficulty passing on production costs to end - consumers, and had to actively reduce production and inventory [16]. Capital Situation - The margin trading balance in the Shanghai and Shenzhen stock markets rose to 243.2575 billion yuan, reaching a new historical high. The central bank conducted 673.1 billion yuan of 7 - day reverse repurchase operations this week, resulting in a net withdrawal of 347.9 billion yuan [19]. Gold Fundamental Data Risk - Free Interest Rate: Holding Cost and Inflation Level - The US federal government has been in a shutdown, causing some economic data to be released late. There are differences within the Fed regarding future interest rate policies, and most officials support further interest rate cuts this year. The yield of the 10 - year US Treasury bond has fallen below the 4% mark [26][27]. US Consumer Confidence Index and Employment Situation - Not provided Domestic and Foreign Gold Inventory Situation - The warehouse receipts and inventory of Shanghai gold futures have continued to soar, reflecting an increase in the demand for physical gold delivery and high market bullish sentiment [39]. Strategy Recommendation - Although domestic policy has continuously released positive signals, corporate profits have not significantly improved, and concerns about Sino - US trade tensions remain. The stock index may continue to adjust after a short - term rebound. With the repeated digestion of the expectation of the Fed's interest rate cuts this year and the easing of the Middle - East geopolitical situation, attention should be paid to the risk of a correction in gold after its rapid rise [40].

Core Viewpoint - The A-share market shows mixed performance with the petrochemical sector gaining traction, driven by supportive fiscal and monetary policies, as well as structural adjustments in the industry [1] Industry Summary - The petrochemical industry is expected to benefit from the steady implementation of policies aimed at expanding demand, optimizing supply-demand dynamics, and enhancing profitability [1] - The chemical industry is experiencing a favorable shift, with many commodity prices at historical low valuations, providing a high safety margin and potential for significant upside [1] ETF and Index Summary - The Petrochemical ETF (159731) is closely tracking the China Securities Petrochemical Industry Index, which is composed of major sectors including refining and trading (25.60%), chemical products (23.72%), and agricultural chemicals (19.91%) [1] - The index is positioned to benefit from policies aimed at reducing competition and eliminating outdated production capacity [1]

Report Investment Rating - The investment strategy for the glass industry is to cautiously go long [3] Core Viewpoints - Recently, the market has been speculating on the time and production line issues of the coal-to-gas conversion plan in Shahe, trading on the policy expectations of eliminating backward production capacity and anti-price involution. Technically, both long and short forces have weakened, but the trend remains strong. Against the backdrop of policy expectations, the glass futures market is expected to be more likely to rise than fall. Considering the frequent supply-side news disturbances, it is advisable to cautiously go long on the 01 contract and pay attention to the changes in Shahe production lines [3] Summaries by Sections 1. Investment Strategy - Main logic: Last week, glass futures fluctuated weakly. Some enterprises raised prices slightly, but due to holidays and rainfall, the shipment of float glass factories was restricted, and the trading in the northern and southern markets weakened. On the supply side, one production line resumed operation last week, and the daily melting volume increased slightly. The national factory inventory rebounded, and the inventories of traders in the main production areas of Shahe and Hubei also increased. Although the spot price has risen significantly recently, the market is still mainly selling at a discount, so the profit improvement is not obvious. On the demand side, downstream processors are still mainly waiting and maintaining just-in-time procurement. In the case of soda ash, after the holiday, the downstream replenishment is over, and the purchasing sentiment has cooled. However, the supply-side pressure continues, and the production is still expected to increase, so it is expected to fluctuate, with a weaker trend than glass [3] - Operation strategy: Cautiously go long [3][4] 2. Market Review - Spot Price - As of October 10, the market price of 5mm float glass was 1,230 yuan/ton in North China (+10), 1,220 yuan/ton in Central China (0), and 1,340 yuan/ton in East China (+20). The glass 01 contract closed at 1,207 yuan/ton last Friday, down 63 yuan from the previous week [9][10] 3. Market Review - Basis - As of October 25, the soda ash futures price was 1,240 yuan/ton, and the glass futures price was 1,207 yuan/ton, with a price difference of 33 yuan/ton (-12). The basis of the glass 01 contract last Friday was -17 yuan/ton (+50), and the price difference between 01 and 05 contracts was -127 yuan/ton (-14) [11][15] 4. Profit - For the natural gas production process, the cost was 1,577 yuan/ton (-1), and the gross profit was -237 yuan/ton (+21). For the coal gas production process, the cost was 1,164 yuan/ton (-17), and the gross profit was 75 yuan/ton (+32). For the petroleum coke production process, the cost was 1,091 yuan/ton (-1), and the gross profit was 129 yuan/ton (+1). On October 10, the industrial natural gas price in Hebei was 3.8 yuan/m³, the CIF price of US 3% sulfur shot coke was 165 US dollars/ton, and the price of Yulin thermal coal was 567 yuan/ton [18] 5. Supply - Last Friday, the daily melting volume of glass was 160,155 tons/day (+700). Currently, there are 225 production lines in operation. The first line of Dalian Yaopi in Liaoning with a daily melting volume of 700 tons resumed operation last week [20] 6. Inventory - As of October 10, the total inventory of 80 glass sample manufacturers nationwide was 6,282.4 ten thousand weight boxes (+346.9). Among them, the factory inventory in Hubei was 433 ten thousand weight boxes (+85), the inventory in North China was 1,100.6 ten thousand weight boxes (+188), the inventory in Central China was 634.7 ten thousand weight boxes (+75.7), the inventory in East China was 1,371.1 ten thousand weight boxes (+78.6), the inventory in South China was 965.4 ten thousand weight boxes (+13.4), the inventory in Southwest China was 1,226.6 ten thousand weight boxes (-5.5), and the factory inventory in Shahe was 388 ten thousand weight boxes (+124) [25] 7. Deep Processing - On October 10, the comprehensive sales-to-production ratio of float glass was 90% (-16%), the operating rate of LOW-E glass was 45.2% (-1.9%), and in mid-September, the order days of glass deep processing were 10.5 days (+0.1) [28] 8. Demand - Automobile - In August, China's automobile production was 2.815 million vehicles, a month-on-month increase of 224,000 vehicles and a year-on-year increase of 323,000 vehicles. The sales volume was 2.857 million vehicles, a month-on-month increase of 264,000 vehicles and a year-on-year increase of 404,000 vehicles. In August, the retail sales of new energy passenger vehicles in China were 1.101 million vehicles, with a penetration rate of 55.2% [38] 9. Demand - Real Estate - In August, China's real estate completion area was 26.5913 million m², a year-on-year decrease of 21%; the new construction area was 45.9487 million m² (-20%); the construction area was 43.7767 million m² (-29%); and the commercial housing sales area was 57.4415 million m² (-11%). From September 29 to October 5, the total commercial housing transaction area in 30 large and medium-sized cities was 1.44 million square meters, a month-on-month decrease of 42% and a year-on-year increase of 58%. In August, the real estate development investment was 672.942 billion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 20% [44] 10. Cost - Soda Ash (Futures) - Last Friday, the soda ash 2601 contract closed at 1,240 yuan/ton (-75). The basis of the soda ash Huazhong 01 contract last Friday was 60 yuan/ton (+75) [51][52] 11. Cost - Soda Ash (Profit) - As of last Friday, the cost of the ammonia-alkali method for soda ash enterprises was 1,297 yuan/ton (-26), and the gross profit was -29 yuan/ton (+8); the cost of the joint production method was 1,712 yuan/ton (-55), and the gross profit was -77 yuan/ton (+1). Last Friday, the market price of synthetic ammonia in Hubei was 2,258 yuan/ton (+233), and the ex-factory price of wet ammonium chloride in Xuzhou Fengcheng was 300 yuan/ton (unchanged) [53][54][55] 12. Cost - Soda Ash (Production) - Last week, the domestic soda ash production was 77.08 tons (a month-on-month decrease of 0.66 tons), including 42.87 tons of heavy soda ash (a month-on-month decrease of 0.28 tons) and 34.21 tons of light soda ash (a month-on-month decrease of 0.38 tons). The number of soda ash warehouse receipts on the exchange last weekend was 7,053 (+2,736). As of October 10, the national in-plant inventory of soda ash was 165.95 tons (a month-on-month increase of 0.83 tons), including 92.07 tons of heavy soda ash (a month-on-month decrease of 0.17 tons) and 73.91 tons of light soda ash (a month-on-month increase of 1 ton) [62][67] 13. Cost - Soda Ash (Apparent Consumption) - Last week, the apparent consumption of heavy soda ash was 51.38 tons, a week-on-week increase of 6.77 tons; the apparent consumption of light soda ash was 36.72 tons, a week-on-week increase of 2.57 tons. The sales-to-production ratio of soda ash last week was 92.23%. In August, the soda ash inventory days of sample float glass factories were 23.6 days [70][71][74]

Core Viewpoint - The A-share market experienced a significant decline, with the China Petroleum and Chemical Industry Index dropping approximately 2.3%. The market is currently presenting a low-positioning opportunity for investors in the petrochemical sector [1]. Group 1: Market Performance - The three major A-share indices opened sharply lower and fluctuated throughout the day, with the China Petroleum and Chemical Industry Index also showing a downward trend [1]. - Among the constituent stocks, only Tongcheng New Materials, Zhongfu Shenying, and Hangyang Co. saw gains, while the majority experienced declines [1]. Group 2: Investment Insights - Huachuang Securities noted that absolute return funds have been the main buyers of chemical sector bottom chips recently, indicating that this allocation is far from over. The combination of bottoming, low allocation, and high elasticity is crucial for new capital entering the chemical sector [1]. - A potential upward turning point in the Producer Price Index (PPI) could signal the start of a new inventory cycle, which is particularly sensitive in the chemical sector. The market may be overlooking the impact of low inflation on restoring downstream confidence and restarting the inventory cycle [1]. Group 3: Sector Analysis - The petrochemical ETF (159731) closely tracks the China Petroleum and Chemical Industry Index, which is composed of three major sectors: refining and trading (25.60%), chemical products (23.72%), and agricultural chemicals (19.91%). These sectors are expected to benefit significantly from policies aimed at reducing excess capacity and restructuring [1].

Group 1: Report Industry Investment Rating - Not provided Group 2: Core Views of the Report - In the fourth quarter, the overall supply - demand contradiction of caustic soda is limited, and prices may be more affected by phased restocking demand. High开工 and high production are expected to continue, and long - term supply faces pressure. New alumina projects support demand, but alumina's surplus fundamentals and low prices cap the upside of caustic soda prices. Export expectations are cautiously optimistic, and costs are supported. Attention should be paid to phased supply - demand mismatches [1]. - The price of caustic soda is expected to fluctuate widely in the range of 2,400 - 2,800 yuan/ton [1]. Group 3: Summary by Relevant Catalogs Chapter 2: Third - Quarter Market Review of Caustic Soda - In the third quarter, caustic soda showed a wide - range oscillation pattern, with prices mainly in the range of 2,400 - 2,800 yuan/ton, affected by policy expectations and fundamental changes [1]. - From late June to early July, the market rose strongly, supported by stable spot prices and then driven by policy expectations. From late July to early August, the market corrected due to eased policy statements, cooled market sentiment, and weakened spot supply - demand. In mid - August, the market rebounded due to marginal improvement in fundamentals. From late August to mid - September, the market declined again after the end of phased restocking [2]. Chapter 3: Core Concerns of Caustic Soda - Caustic soda exports: As of now, exports this year are 860,000 tons more than the same period last year. Annual exports are expected to reach about 4.1 million tons, accounting for 10% - 11% of apparent demand. However, August export data was below expectations, and there are rumors of new energy process adjustments affecting demand [16]. - Alumina production and alkali - stocking rhythm: Many alumina capacities are to be put into production from the end of 2025 to early 2026, supporting caustic soda demand. But alumina's surplus fundamentals and low prices may limit caustic soda's upside and affect alumina's production progress [17]. - Supply policies and costs: Chlor - alkali comprehensive profits are high, so the possibility of active supply - side production cuts is small. However, policy expectations may have an unexpected impact on supply and cost - side raw material pricing [18]. Chapter 4: Valuation Feedback and Supply - Demand Outlook of Caustic Soda 4.1 High Profits, Continued Supply Pressure of Caustic Soda - From January to September, caustic soda production totaled 31.58 million tons, a year - on - year increase of 2.1%. This year's new caustic soda capacity is estimated to be around 2.4 million tons, with a capacity growth rate of 4.8% - 4.9%. By the end of the year, the capacity base may rise to 51 - 52 million tons. But actual implementation is less optimistic, with few certain new capacities in the fourth quarter [19]. - High profits limit caustic soda price increases, but there have been periods of high profits in history due to short - term supply - demand mismatches [22]. 4.2 Waiting for Alumina Production to Materialize - From the end of 2025 to the first quarter of 2026, there are still many alumina capacities to be put into production, creating caustic soda stocking demand in the fourth quarter. However, alumina's surplus situation and low prices limit caustic soda's upside. Non - aluminum demand is fragmented, and short - term restocking at low prices has some price support but does not change the supply - demand balance [25]. 4.3 Exports are Key - From January to August 2025, caustic soda exports were 2.68 million tons, a year - on - year increase of 47.16%, due to increased Southeast Asian demand and domestic price advantages. In the short - to - medium term, export expectations remain high, but there are rumors of overseas process adjustments affecting demand. In October, export orders improved, supporting demand [39][40].

Summary of PTA Industry Conference Call Industry Overview - The PTA industry exhibits an oligopolistic structure, with the top two factories accounting for over 54% of total production in China [2][4] - Despite oversupply, exports have reached historical highs due to strong foreign demand and aging facilities [2][4] - The industry is entering a slow growth phase, with significant declines in new capacity expected in the coming years [1][4] Key Insights - **Production Capacity**: No new PTA facilities are expected to come online in 2026, with only a small amount anticipated in 2027 [4][5] - **Price Dynamics**: The price spread for PTA is expected to improve in 2026, especially if the Yantai PS facility is operational, allowing PTA to capture more profits from raw materials [5][6] - **Industry Coordination**: The PTA, PX, and filament industries are closely linked, showing synchronous performance. Recent measures to reduce production and eliminate outdated capacity aim to enhance product profitability [6][8] Market Conditions - **Supply and Demand**: Domestic PTA market relies on downstream demand and exports to alleviate oversupply. The competition in international markets is intensifying [3][12] - **Operational Rates**: Current industry operating rates are high, but the presence of "zombie" capacities poses challenges. If new capacities are fully utilized, the industry may face pressure [11][14] - **Old Facilities**: Old PTA facilities have low restart costs and can quickly resume production if market conditions are favorable [19][20] Future Projections - **Capacity Growth**: Future growth rates for PTA are projected to decline to about 3% to 5% [4][12] - **Downstream Demand**: The polyester industry is expected to see a planned production of 3.9 million tons in 2026, but actual output may be lower [4][7] - **Profitability Challenges**: Despite high operating rates, profitability remains constrained due to raw material price fluctuations and the integrated purchasing strategies of refining enterprises [14][16] Additional Considerations - **Export Markets**: China is shifting its export focus, with Turkey expected to become a major customer in 2026 due to changes in demand dynamics [12][17] - **Logistics Issues**: Delays in logistics and storage can lead to raw materials being unable to clear quickly, impacting cash flow [23] - **Hedging Strategies**: Most companies engage in hedging to manage risks associated with spot price volatility, with over 99% of PTA spot transactions linked to futures pricing [3][22] This summary encapsulates the critical points discussed in the conference call regarding the PTA industry, highlighting its current state, future outlook, and the interconnectedness of various segments within the industry.

Core Viewpoint - The A-share market indices opened lower but turned positive, with the China Securities Petrochemical Industry Index rebounding, indicating a potential recovery in the petrochemical sector [1] Group 1: Market Performance - The China Securities Petrochemical Industry Index rose approximately 0.4%, with leading stocks including Wanhua Chemical, Yara International, Rongsheng Petrochemical, and Yangnong Chemical [1] - The Petrochemical ETF (159731) followed the upward trend of the index [1] Group 2: Industry Outlook - Tianfeng Securities believes that the integration, scaling, and intensification of domestic industrial chains have established comparative advantages in the medium to long term [1] - The economic development in ASEAN and Africa may lead to a rapid increase in demand for chemicals, while traditional refining centers in the US, EU, Japan, and South Korea are gradually exiting or pausing expansion in the petrochemical industry [1] - Domestic consumption appears to have emerged from a low point, with factors driving chemical product demand and export growth expected to remain strong despite short-term tariff disturbances [1] Group 3: Sector Composition - According to the Shenwan secondary industry classification, the top three sectors in the China Securities Petrochemical Industry Index are refining and trading (27.12%), chemical products (23.87%), and agricultural chemicals (19.75%) [1] - These sectors are expected to benefit significantly from policies aimed at reducing competition, restructuring, and eliminating outdated production capacity [1]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No information provided. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - In the short term, the ferrosilicon market is driven by stable demand and cost support, with a stable supply - demand balance and a trend of oscillating upward prices. In the long term, as production capacity is gradually released and the risk of overcapacity intensifies, the ferrosilicon market may face price adjustment pressure. Investors are advised to seize short - term market fluctuations and pay attention to the impact of power policies and raw material price changes on costs [5]. 3. Summary According to Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Research Background - Since the anti - involution sentiment swept the commodity market, the ferrosilicon price has shown an oscillating upward trend, and production in various regions has gradually recovered. From August to mid - September 2025, the weekly output of ferrosilicon remained at a historical high, and the operating rate was stable. The weekly output of Ningxia, a major production area, reached a new peak, and the spot price continued to rise. In mid - to late September, the research team conducted a survey on ferrosilicon production in Ningxia, focusing on key production enterprises and warehousing and logistics, to provide data support for industry decision - making and price analysis [8]. 3.2 Ferrosilicon Market Research Summary 3.2.1 Ferrosilicon: Stable Capacity Release in Major Production Areas and Tight In - Factory Inventory - Ferrosilicon enterprises in Ningxia and surrounding areas generally use large - capacity electric furnaces for off - peak production. The unit power consumption is 7500 - 8500 kWh/ton, and the electricity price is mostly 0.39 - 0.42 yuan/kWh. Most enterprises can reduce costs through waste heat power generation. September was the last month of power subsidies, with a standard subsidy of 0.011 yuan/kWh·month. In October, Ningxia entered the power spot trading month, and most manufacturers believed the trading results would offset the reduction in subsidies. Currently, not all furnaces in Ningxia are operating at full capacity. Some manufacturers are under maintenance, and some operate only 30% of their total capacity. The inventory of ferrosilicon enterprises is low, with 10 - 20 days of raw materials. Except for large enterprises, the finished product inventory is very low. The sales model in Ningxia is different from that in Inner Mongolia, with a large proportion supplied to futures - cash traders, mainly in a "production by order + trade supply" mode. Most ferrosilicon factories in Ningxia have production orders until early October, and some until the end of October. They purchase raw materials locally. There is no plan to add new production capacity for now, but if the futures price exceeds 6000 yuan/ton, some furnaces will resume operation [10]. 3.2.2 Cost Side: Rising Prices of Semi - coke and Electricity in September Support the Bottom of Ferrosilicon Prices - The production cost of ferrosilicon enterprises mainly consists of semi - coke, silica, and electricity, with electricity accounting for the largest proportion. The power cost in August and September increased compared to July but remained stable due to government subsidies. In October, with the end of subsidies and the start of power spot trading, the actual electricity price change is expected to be around 1 cent/kWh. In the short term, the marginal cost fluctuation is mainly in the semi - coke segment. During the research period, the ex - factory price of semi - coke in Fugu was 700 - 710 yuan/ton (plus freight of 110 - 140 yuan/ton). Some enterprises had cost advantages by stocking up at low prices. As of September 26, the price of small - sized semi - coke increased by about 50 yuan/ton, which may increase the ferrosilicon smelting cost by 60 yuan/ton. The silica price at the factory is mostly between 160 - 240 yuan/ton. The comprehensive power consumption is generally 8000 kWh/ton, and the electricity price is mostly 0.41 - 0.42 yuan/kWh. Some enterprises can reduce costs through waste heat power generation and power spot trading. The total cost of labor and depreciation is about 450 - 500 yuan/ton. The full cost in Ningxia during the research period was concentrated in the range of 5200 - 5650 yuan/ton. With the current offer of 5800 yuan/ton from HBIS, the profit margin is still tight, and the cost side may continue to support the bottom of ferrosilicon prices [11][13]. 3.2.3 Supply Side: High Elasticity of Capacity Release and Continuous Order Placement - The total designed annual production capacity of the seven surveyed ferrosilicon enterprises in Ningxia exceeds 1.4 million tons. The furnace types are mainly medium - and large - sized submerged arc furnaces of 33000KVA - 45000KVA, producing both common ferrosilicon and 75 ferrosilicon, with some focusing on low - aluminum and low - titanium ferrosilicon. Driven by profits, some manufacturers said the profit of producing 75 ferrosilicon is relatively high. If the futures price fluctuates slightly, future production will focus on 75 ferrosilicon. If the price exceeds 6000 yuan/ton, the idle capacity will fully produce common ferrosilicon, increasing supply pressure. Currently, the actual operating rate of most enterprises is lower than the designed full - production level, affected by market prices, power costs, and off - peak policies. The monthly output of the seven enterprises is about 85,000 tons, with an overall operating rate of about 73%, accounting for about 40% of the total output in Ningxia. The downstream orders are stable, and the production orders extend from September to November. Some enterprises have expanded overseas markets through exports. Overall, the production model of enterprises in Ningxia and surrounding areas is "production by order + low inventory", ensuring stable supply without increasing inventory. The supply side features large capacity, high elasticity of release, and continuous order placement, and can stably meet market demand in the short term [15][16]. 3.2.4 Detailed Research Minutes - **Ningxia A Enterprise**: Main products are common silicon and high - silicon. It has 8 furnaces of 40500KVA and 2 of 16500KVA, with an annual full - production capacity of 350,000 tons. Currently, 4 furnaces are operating, and 6 are shut down. Production orders are until the end of September. The raw material inventory is about one month, and it purchases raw materials every half - month. The sales model is mainly futures - cash trading, with an average monthly volume of 4000 tons and long - term contracts of about 2000 tons. The full production cost is 5500 - 5650 yuan/ton [18]. - **Ningxia B Enterprise**: Mainly produces low - aluminum, low - titanium, high - silicon ferrosilicon (70% of capacity) and 75 ferrosilicon. It has 2 furnaces of 40500KVA and 1 of 20000KVA, with an annual full - production capacity of 100,000 tons. Currently, 1 furnace of 40500KVA and 1 of 20000KVA are operating, with a full - production capacity of 160 - 170 tons/day and an off - peak production capacity of 130 - 140 tons/day. There is no inventory in the factory, and it produces by order, ensuring a monthly output of 3000 tons. Current production orders are nearly 25 days. The sales model is mainly long - term contracts, supplying low - aluminum, low - titanium ferrosilicon to steel mills such as HBIS at an average monthly volume of 300 - 400 tons, with a price of the HBIS common ferrosilicon tender price plus 900 yuan/ton. It also exports to countries such as Japan and Turkey through the supply chain platform. 75 ferrosilicon is sold to magnesium enterprises for magnesium ingot production. The full production cost of common ferrosilicon is 5400 - 5500 yuan/ton [19]. - **Ningxia C Enterprise**: Mainly produces common ferrosilicon (adjusts production of 75 ferrosilicon as needed). It has 6 furnaces of 35000KVA, with an annual full - production capacity of 220,000 tons. Currently, all 6 furnaces are operating without off - peak production, with an average electricity cost of 0.41 - 0.419 yuan/kWh and a monthly output of 18,000 tons. Production orders are until November. If the futures price rises to 5900 - 6000 yuan/ton, it will hedge at most one - month's order volume. The sales model is mainly order - based production, with a maximum monthly order volume of 15,000 tons. It currently sells some silicon powder at a price about 600 yuan/ton lower than that of common ferrosilicon [20]. - **Ningxia D Enterprise**: Mainly produces common ferrosilicon. Currently, it operates 1 furnace of 33000KVA and 1 of 45000KVA (alternating for off - peak production), with an annual full - production capacity of 80,000 tons and a current monthly output of 6000 tons. Production orders are until the end of October. The raw material inventory is 10 - 15 days. It requires 50 - 60% advance payment for sales. The comprehensive power consumption is 8000 kWh/ton, and the current electricity cost is 0.41 yuan/kWh. During the spot trading month, it can reach 0.38 yuan/kWh. Waste heat power generation can save 200 - 300 yuan/ton in costs [21]. - **Ningxia E Enterprise**: With an annual full - production capacity of 100,000 tons, it mainly produces 75 ferrosilicon recently. It has 2 furnaces of 33000KVA and 1 of 25000KVA. Currently, 1 furnace of 33000KVA and 1 of 25000KVA are operating, with the 25000KVA furnace producing 72 ferrosilicon, and a monthly output of 5000 tons. Production orders are until the end of September, and there is currently 700 - 800 tons of inventory. It has a large inventory of low - price semi - coke. The comprehensive power consumption of 72 is 7800 kWh/ton, and the electricity cost is 0.417 - 0.42 yuan/kWh. The comprehensive power consumption of 75 is 8100 kWh/ton, and the full production cost is 5580 - 5600 yuan/ton [21]. - **Ningxia F Enterprise**: With an annual full - production capacity of 80,000 tons, it mainly produces 75 ferrosilicon. It has 2 furnaces of 33000KVA, and currently 1 is operating. The second furnace is expected to start next month. The sales model is mainly long - term contracts, with a limited - volume and fixed - price monthly supply of 1500 tons. The comprehensive power consumption of 75 ferrosilicon is 8000 kWh/ton [22]. - **Ningxia G Enterprise**: With an annual full - production capacity of 450,000 tons, it mainly produces common ferrosilicon. It has 8 furnaces of 45000KVA and mainly controls raw material and spot inventory. Its in - factory inventory is relatively sufficient compared to others [22]. 3.3 Ferrosilicon Market Expectation: Short - Term Oscillation Upward, Long - Term Overcapacity Warning - The surveyed enterprises generally believe that the main contract of ferrosilicon may be affected by the coking coal market and anti - involution funds, with the futures price oscillating upward, driving up the price of semi - coke and increasing the cost of ferrosilicon. There is a growing call for eliminating backward production capacity, and small - sized furnaces in Qinghai and Inner Mongolia may accelerate the capacity replacement process. However, after the market sentiment stabilizes, high supply and inventory may suppress the futures price. Two points should be continuously monitored: (1) The change in the hot metal output on the steel - making demand side. If the demand in the fourth - quarter peak season remains high and the hot metal output stays at a high level, the ferrosilicon inventory can support consumption. (2) The change in the demand for magnesium. Historically, the supply of magnesium increases in the fourth quarter, supporting the demand for ferrosilicon. Currently, low - price magnesium is scarce. The profit of producing 75 ferrosilicon is much higher than that of 72. If the supply of magnesium recovers, some manufacturers may switch to producing 75 ferrosilicon. If the demand for magnesium is lower than expected, the high supply and inventory of 72 ferrosilicon may compress profits and force enterprises to shut down and reduce production [23].