1. Report Industry Investment Rating - No relevant content provided 2. Core View of the Report - The current overseas market has relatively scarce liquidity, leading to a general decline in major risk assets and weak performance of gold and silver prices. However, the tightening liquidity means a higher probability of subsequent expansion of the Federal Reserve's balance sheet, which will significantly drive up the prices of gold and silver. The release of the Fed's loose monetary policy expectations still requires a certain period, but the Fed Chairman has explained the balance - sheet expansion. The October interest - rate meeting sent a signal that the December interest rate cut is still uncertain while strengthening the subsequent "interest rate cut + balance - sheet expansion" monetary policy approach. In the loose monetary policy cycle, combined with the potential tightness in the physical market, it is recommended to go long on silver on dips. The reference operating range for the main contract of Shanghai gold is 880 - 966 yuan/gram, and that for the main contract of Shanghai silver is 11001 - 12366 yuan/kilogram [1][3] 3. Summary by Related Catalogs 3.1 Market Quotes - On November 5, 2025, Shanghai gold fell 1.14% to 908.92 yuan/gram, and Shanghai silver fell 1.17% to 11226.00 yuan/kilogram. COMEX gold was reported at 3941.30 dollars/ounce, and COMEX silver was reported at 46.90 dollars/ounce. The yield of the 10 - year US Treasury bond was 4.1%, and the US dollar index was 100.19 [1] - From November 3 to November 4, 2025, the closing price of COMEX gold active contract dropped from 4013.70 dollars/ounce to 3941.30 dollars/ounce, a decrease of 1.80%; the trading volume increased from 22.38 million lots to 24.46 million lots, an increase of 9.30%. The closing price of COMEX silver active contract dropped from 47.91 dollars/ounce to 46.90 dollars/ounce, a decrease of 2.12%; the trading volume increased from 126.80 million lots to 135.28 million lots, an increase of 6.69% [5] 3.2 Market Analysis - The significant increase in the difference between the US SOFR rate and the EFFR shows that under the background of the US government shutdown, the US Treasury account occupies a large amount of funds, and the reserves on the Fed's liability side are scarce. The tightening liquidity is in line with Powell's previous speech, and the Fed will suspend balance - sheet reduction on December 1 [1] - In the silver physical market, although the premium of London silver relative to New York silver and the lease rate are relatively weak, the silver premium in India has significantly rebounded, indicating strong domestic silver demand in India [2] 3.3 Strategy Suggestion - In the loose monetary policy cycle, combined with the potential tightness in the physical market, it is recommended to go long on silver on dips. The reference operating range for the main contract of Shanghai gold is 880 - 966 yuan/gram, and that for the main contract of Shanghai silver is 11001 - 12366 yuan/kilogram [3]

最近美联储宣布两件事，一个是降息25个基点，另外就是结束缩表。两个组合拳出手，说直白点就是市 场上的美元不会减少了，流动性也会更宽松。 这一降一停，等于一套宽松组合拳，加上咱们央行也在恢复国债买卖，释放宽松信号，人民币贬值压力 就小了。最近人民币兑美元都升破7.1了，这对我们是好事，货币政策能更从容。 其引发的一系列反应，到我们这边就是人民币贬值的压力减少，我们在楼市上面的货币政策有了更多的 施展空间。 房价跌了，利率好像要动，可到底该不该出手？ 先看数据，国家统计局刚发布的9月70城房价，依然是一如既往的寒意逼人。新房价格全线下跌，一线 城市环比降了0.3%，二三线都跌了0.4%。更扎心的是，一二线跌幅还在扩大。 二手房就更不用提了，70个城市环比没一个涨的，全部下跌，这是今年头一回。尤其一线城市二手房， 环比跌幅直接冲到1%。 整体看，今年房价跌幅比去年收窄了点，但趋势还是向下，特别是下半年以来，这势头挺明显的。所 以，单从价格说，市场还没完全稳住，还得靠政策托底。 回过头看美联储，它最近搞了个大动作：降息25个基点，还宣布结束缩表。 啥叫结束缩表？简单说，以前美联储卖资产、收美元，让市场钱变少；现在不这 ...

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core View of the Report - Policy boots have landed, risk appetite has recovered, and the idea of balanced allocation is maintained. With the implementation of the Fed's interest rate cut and the end of balance - sheet reduction, the achievement of phased economic and trade results in the China - US summit, and the release of specific contents of the Fourth Plenary Session and the "15th Five - Year Plan Proposal", market sentiment has improved. The marginal improvement in liquidity and the easing of China - US economic and trade relations will benefit domestic and overseas equity assets again, especially in the directions of technology, independent manufacturing, and innovation. However, the short - term policy benefits have been fully priced in, and valuation pressure and capital congestion may cause the stock index to fluctuate and consolidate. In the medium term, as the "15th Five - Year Plan" is implemented and the policies of the Two Sessions next year are put into effect, the upward momentum of the equity market still exists. At present, it is recommended to maintain a balanced allocation idea. Non - ferrous metals perform relatively well supported by the technology cycle and trade recovery. Black commodities have phased rebound opportunities due to policy expectations and valuation repair. Bonds maintain a volatile and slightly stronger pattern. Precious metals are sorted out in the short term but the medium - and long - term allocation value remains unchanged. The overall strategy framework of "balanced allocation, structural attack" is continued [6]. 3. Summary According to Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Macro Highlights - **Overseas Macro**: The Fed cut interest rates by 25 basis points to 3.75% - 4.00% in the October meeting and announced to end balance - sheet reduction and fully renew Treasury bonds and agency MBS from December to cope with the rising reserve demand and short - term interest rate fluctuations. This operation reflects the risk management idea in the economic data vacuum period, taking into account both stable growth and liquidity stability [6]. - **Domestic Macro**: Domestic policy support has been strengthened, and economic resilience has been maintained. The Fourth Plenary Session and the "15th Five - Year Plan Proposal" set the tone of "technological self - reliance, anti - involution, and expanding domestic demand" and strengthen the "focus on economic construction". The PMI in October dropped to 49.0%. The manufacturing industry slowed down in the short term, but the construction and service industries remained expanding. Policy - based financial instruments and special bonds were accelerated to be implemented, investment repair accelerated, and the economy continued to stabilize [6]. - **Asset View**: With the implementation of policies, risk appetite has recovered. It is recommended to maintain a balanced allocation. The improvement of liquidity and the easing of China - US economic and trade relations will benefit equity assets at home and abroad, especially in the technology, independent manufacturing, and innovation directions. In the short term, the stock index may fluctuate due to valuation pressure and capital congestion. In the medium term, the equity market still has upward momentum. Non - ferrous metals perform well, black commodities have rebound opportunities, bonds are volatile and slightly stronger, and precious metals have medium - and long - term allocation value [6]. 3.2 View Highlights 3.2.1 Financial - **Stock Index Futures**: Catalyzed by technology events, the growth style is active. Concerns include the congestion of small - and micro - cap funds. Short - term judgment is volatile upward [7]. - **Stock Index Options**: The overall market turnover has slightly declined. Concerns include the liquidity of the options market falling short of expectations. Short - term judgment is volatile [7]. - **Treasury Bond Futures**: The bond market continues to be weak. Concerns include policy, fundamental repair, and tariff factors exceeding expectations. Short - term judgment is volatile [7]. 3.2.2 Precious Metals - **Gold/Silver**: Due to the easing of geopolitical and economic and trade relations, precious metals are in a phased adjustment. Concerns include the US fundamental performance, the Fed's monetary policy, and the global equity market trend. Short - term judgment is volatile [7]. 3.2.3 Shipping - **Container Shipping to Europe**: The peak season in the third quarter has passed, and there is a lack of upward driving force due to loading pressure. Concerns include the rate of freight rate decline in September. Short - term judgment is volatile [7]. 3.2.4 Steel and Iron Ore - **Steel and Iron Ore**: The macro - sentiment is volatile, and the market first rises and then falls. The supply - demand relationship weakens marginally, and the macro - atmosphere is warm. Concerns include the progress of special bond issuance, steel exports, iron - water production, overseas mine production and shipment, domestic iron - water production, weather, port ore inventory changes, and policy dynamics. Short - term judgment is volatile [7]. 3.2.5 Black Building Materials - **Coke**: The second - round price increase has been implemented, and the third - round is proposed. Concerns include steel mill production, coking costs, and macro - sentiment. Short - term judgment is volatile [7]. - **Coking Coal**: Supply is difficult to improve, and upstream inventory is continuously reduced. Concerns include steel mill production, coal mine safety inspections, and macro - sentiment. Short - term judgment is volatile [7]. - **Silicon Iron**: Cost support still exists, but loose supply - demand suppresses prices. Concerns include raw material costs and steel procurement. Short - term judgment is volatile [7]. - **Manganese Silicon**: The supply - demand driving force is insufficient, and the price first rises and then falls. Concerns include cost prices and overseas quotes. Short - term judgment is volatile [7]. - **Glass**: The meeting expectations have been realized, and downstream demand remains weak. Concerns include spot sales. Short - term judgment is volatile [7]. - **Soda Ash**: Cost support is strengthened, but there is a lack of upward driving force. Concerns include soda ash inventory. Short - term judgment is volatile [7]. 3.2.6 Non - ferrous Metals and New Materials - **Copper**: Trade frictions have resurfaced, and copper prices have declined in the short term. Concerns include supply disruptions, domestic policy exceeding expectations, the Fed being less dovish than expected, and domestic demand recovery falling short of expectations. Short - term judgment is volatile [7]. - **Alumina**: The fundamentals are still weak, and the price is under pressure. Concerns include ore复产 falling short of expectations, electrolytic aluminum复产 exceeding expectations, and extreme sector trends. Short - term judgment is volatile [7]. - **Aluminum**: Inventory has decreased, and aluminum prices have risen in a volatile manner. Concerns include macro - risks, supply disruptions, and demand falling short of expectations. Short - term judgment is volatile upward [7]. - **Zinc**: Inventory is expected to be in surplus, and zinc prices are weak in a volatile manner. Concerns include macro - turning risks and zinc ore supply exceeding expectations. Short - term judgment is volatile [7]. - **Lead**: The resumption of production of secondary lead smelters is imminent, and lead prices are volatile. Concerns include supply - side disruptions and slow battery exports. Short - term judgment is volatile [7]. - **Nickel**: LME nickel inventory has exceeded 250,000 tons, and nickel prices are weak in a volatile manner. Concerns include macro and geopolitical changes exceeding expectations, Indonesian policy risks, and supply release falling short of expectations. Short - term judgment is volatile [7]. - **Stainless Steel**: Warehouse receipts are continuously decreasing, and the stainless - steel market has rebounded slightly. Concerns include Indonesian policy risks and demand growth exceeding expectations. Short - term judgment is volatile [7]. - **Tin**: Supply constraints still exist, and tin prices are volatile. Concerns include the resumption of production in Wa State and changes in demand improvement expectations. Short - term judgment is volatile [7]. - **Industrial Silicon**: Sentiment is volatile, but supply is abundant, and silicon prices are volatile in the short term. Concerns include supply - side production cuts exceeding expectations and photovoltaic installation exceeding expectations. Short - term judgment is volatile [7]. - **Lithium Carbonate**: Warehouse receipts are continuously decreasing, and lithium prices are slightly stronger. Concerns include demand falling short of expectations, supply disruptions, and new technological breakthroughs. Short - term judgment is volatile [7]. 3.2.7 Energy and Chemicals - **Crude Oil**: Supply pressure continues, and geopolitical risks still exist. Concerns include OPEC+ production policies and the Middle - East geopolitical situation. Short - term judgment is volatile [9]. - **LPG**: Supply is still in surplus, and attention should be paid to the cost side. Concerns include the cost of crude oil and overseas propane. Short - term judgment is volatile [9]. - **Asphalt**: Entering the off - season, supply and demand are both weak, and asphalt futures prices are weak. Concerns include sanctions and supply disruptions. Short - term judgment is volatile downward [9]. - **High - Sulfur Fuel Oil**: There is an expected decline in Asia - Pacific fuel oil supply in November. Concerns include geopolitics and crude oil prices. Short - term judgment is volatile downward [9]. - **Low - Sulfur Fuel Oil**: Low - sulfur fuel oil fluctuates with crude oil. Concerns include crude oil prices. Short - term judgment is volatile downward [9]. - **Methanol**: There is still port inventory pressure, and olefins have declined. Methanol fluctuates downward. Concerns include macro - energy and overseas dynamics. Short - term judgment is volatile [9]. - **Urea**: Market sentiment has cooled down. Urea may fluctuate and consolidate at the cost - support level after the decline. Concerns include coal prices. Short - term judgment is volatile [9]. - **Ethylene Glycol**: The macro - environment lacks support, and the fundamentals are under pressure in the medium term. The price elasticity is average. Concerns include coal and oil price fluctuations, port inventory rhythm, and China - US trade frictions. Short - term judgment is volatile [9]. - **PX**: The "anti - involution" meeting has no conclusion but boosts the market. The downstream demand improvement still drives the upstream. Concerns include significant crude oil fluctuations and macro - changes. Short - term judgment is volatile [9]. - **PTA**: Macro - sentiment boosts the market, and downstream demand improvement supports the lower valuation. Concerns include significant crude oil fluctuations and macro - changes. Short - term judgment is volatile [9]. - **Short - Fiber**: The "anti - involution" disturbance of polyester raw materials has increased the downstream wait - and - see sentiment, and the market returns to fundamentals. Concerns include the downstream yarn factory's purchasing rhythm and the quality of peak - season demand. Short - term judgment is volatile [9]. - **Bottle Chip**: The processing fee is under great pressure. Attention should be paid to the commissioning of new plants. Concerns include the implementation of bottle - chip enterprise production - reduction targets. Short - term judgment is volatile [9]. - **Propylene**: The propane CP price has been lowered again. PL is weaker than PP in the short term. Concerns include oil prices and domestic macro - environment. Short - term judgment is volatile [9]. - **PP**: Maintenance is stable, and the propane CP price is lowered. PP is in a range. Concerns include oil prices and domestic and overseas macro - environment. Short - term judgment is volatile [9]. - **Plastic**: Maintenance has increased slightly. Plastic is in a range. Concerns include oil prices and domestic and overseas macro - environment. Short - term judgment is volatile [9]. - **Styrene**: Disturbed by macro - events, styrene fluctuates. Concerns include oil prices, macro - policies, and plant dynamics. Short - term judgment is volatile downward [9]. - **PVC**: Market sentiment has cooled down, and PVC is weak in a volatile manner. Concerns include expectations, costs, and supply. Short - term judgment is volatile [9]. - **Caustic Soda**: Demand support is limited, and caustic soda fluctuates downward. Concerns include market sentiment, production start - up, and demand. Short - term judgment is volatile [9]. 3.2.8 Agriculture - **Oils and Fats**: The trends are differentiated, and palm oil sentiment is weak. Concerns include US soybean weather and Malaysian palm oil production and demand data. Short - term judgment is volatile [9]. - **Protein Meal**: Disturbed by China - Canada relations, rapeseed meal has risen sharply. Concerns include weather, domestic demand, macro - environment, and China - US and China - Canada trade wars. Short - term judgment is volatile [9]. - **Corn/Starch**: The market has declined again. It is recommended to hold short positions and observe. Concerns include demand, macro - environment, and weather. Short - term judgment is volatile [9]. - **Pigs**: The supply of pigs is abundant, and prices are weak. Concerns include breeding sentiment, epidemics, and policies. Short - term judgment is volatile downward [9]. - **Natural Rubber**: The willingness to sell has increased, and rubber prices have fallen from high levels. Concerns include production - area weather, raw material prices, and macro - changes. Short - term judgment is volatile [9]. - **Synthetic Rubber**: Raw materials have continued to weaken, and the market has temporarily stabilized at a low level. Concerns include significant crude oil fluctuations. Short - term judgment is volatile [9]. - **Cotton**: The expected benefits have been mostly digested, and the upward momentum of cotton prices has weakened in the short term. Concerns include demand and inventory. Short - term judgment is volatile [9]. - **Sugar**: Sugar prices have rebounded, but the upward space is limited. Concerns include imports and Brazilian production. Short - term judgment is volatile downward [9]. - **Pulp**: The spot market is generally weak, and futures are difficult to rise significantly. Concerns include macro - economic changes and US dollar - priced quotes. Short - term judgment is volatile [9]. - **Offset Paper**: Offset paper follows pulp to strengthen. Concerns include production and sales, education policies, and paper - mill production start - up dynamics. Short - term judgment is volatile [9]. - **Logs**: It is difficult to rise or fall, and the market is bottom - fluctuating. Concerns include special port fees, shipment volume, and dispatch volume. Short - term judgment is volatile [9].

美联储主席鲍威尔的一番"鹰派"表态，让原本喜庆的降息盛宴瞬间降温。 北京时间10月30日凌晨2点，美联储宣布降息25个基点，将联邦基金利率从4.00%-4.25%下调至3.75%-4.00%，符合市场预期。 同时，美联储决定从12月1日起结束缩减资产负债表（缩表）的计划。 然而，投资者还来不及庆祝，美联储主席鲍威尔在随后召开的新闻发布会上就给市场泼了一盆冷水。他直言不讳地表示，12月降息"远非已成定局"，在政府 停摆导致经济数据缺失的情况下，美联储可能需要更加谨慎。 本次降息是美联储2025年内的第二次降息，也是继今年9月以来的连续第二次降息。 与往常不同的是，这次降息决定并未得到全体委员的一致支持。 美联储新任理事斯蒂芬·米兰出人意料地主张降息50个基点，而堪萨斯城联储主席杰弗里·施密德则倾向于维持利率不变。 两位官员方向截然相反的反对票，清晰揭示了美联储内部在政策方向上的严重分歧。 鲍威尔在新闻发布会上解释说，本次降息仍是一种"预防性操作"，旨在为经济下行风险购买保险，而非意味着已确定进入降息通道。 他特别强调，在缺乏数据的情况下，可能有必要更加谨慎。 美联储在会后发布的政策声明中，罕见地将往常提到的"最 ...

Summary of Key Points from the Conference Call Industry or Company Involved - The discussion primarily revolves around the Federal Reserve's monetary policy and its implications for the U.S. economy and financial markets. Core Points and Arguments 1. **Federal Reserve's Stance on Interest Rates** Multiple Federal Reserve officials expressed opposition to interest rate cuts, with Chairman Powell's hawkish comments leading to a decrease in market expectations for a rate cut in December. This reflects the Fed's cautious approach towards inflation and the labor market [1][2] 2. **Market Reactions to Fed Policies** Following the Fed's hawkish signals, the U.S. dollar index rose to 99.7, marking its highest level since August 1. Additionally, U.S. Treasury yields increased significantly, indicating that the market has incorporated the Fed's signals into trading strategies [2][3] 3. **U.S. Trade Deficit and Dollar Strength** The U.S. trade deficit has returned to normal levels, alleviating some of the downward pressure on the dollar experienced earlier in the year. If the trade deficit does not expand significantly in the future, the dollar is expected to receive support [3][4] 4. **Fed's Policy Adjustments** The Fed announced it would halt the monthly reduction of $5 billion in Treasury securities and continue to reinvest maturing principal. This shift aims to ease market concerns about tightening liquidity and to adjust the average duration of its asset portfolio [4][5] 5. **Potential for Quantitative Easing (QE)** The likelihood of the Fed restarting QE is low unless interest rates fall to zero. Current high-interest rates provide sufficient room for rate cuts, making a return to QE unlikely in the near term [6] 6. **Liquidity Intervention Indicators** The difference between Sofra and IORB rates can indicate whether the Fed might intervene in liquidity. A widening spread suggests tightening liquidity, which has been a factor in the Fed's decision to stop balance sheet reduction [7] 7. **Market Response to U.S.-China Agreement** Following the recent U.S.-China agreement, U.S. stock markets reacted mildly while Hong Kong stocks declined. This response is attributed to the agreement's content being largely anticipated and not addressing fundamental issues such as trade imbalances [8][9] Other Important but Possibly Overlooked Content - The Fed's transition from MBS to T-Bills is seen as a return to traditional monetary policy operations, which may help stabilize market expectations and reduce government financing costs in a high-interest environment [5]

Report Industry Investment Ratings No relevant content provided. Core Views of the Report - For the stock index, after a continuous rise, the hot sectors have been rotating rapidly, with technology remaining the market's main theme. Policy support for the capital market remains unchanged, and the mid - to long - term strategy is mainly to go long on dips [4]. - For treasury bonds, the central bank's restart of treasury bond trading is short - term positive for the bond market sentiment. In the fourth quarter, the bond market will be mainly affected by fundamentals, the implementation time of the fund fee regulations, and institutional allocation power. The bond market is expected to oscillate and recover [6]. - For precious metals, in the context of a loose monetary policy cycle, with potential spot shortages, it is recommended to go long on silver on dips. The reference operating ranges for Shanghai gold and silver futures are provided [8]. - For non - ferrous metals, the short - term optimistic sentiment has been realized, but the easing of trade tensions and the loose direction of the Fed's monetary policy remain unchanged. The supply of refined copper is expected to tighten marginally, and the prices of aluminum, zinc, lead, etc. are affected by different factors such as trade, supply, and demand [11][13][16]. - For black building materials, with the Fed's loose expectations gradually materializing and positive signals from the Sino - US meeting, the market sentiment and capital environment are expected to improve. The future steel consumption may gradually recover, but the short - term demand is still weak. The iron ore market has a weak fundamental situation, and glass and soda ash are expected to maintain a weak and oscillating trend respectively [33][36][38]. - For energy and chemicals, the short - term oil price is not recommended to be overly bearish, and a range strategy of buying low and selling high is maintained. The methanol market has a pattern of increasing supply and weakening demand, and it is recommended to wait and see. The urea market is in a relatively loose supply - demand pattern, and short - term long positions can be considered on dips [56][58][59]. - For agricultural products, the pig market is in a situation of oversupply, and it is recommended to go short on rallies. The egg market is expected to be strong in the short - term, and the soybean meal market is expected to rise in the short - term and fall in the medium - term. The palm oil market is recommended to be viewed as oscillating weakly before the export situation improves [78][81][83]. Summaries by Relevant Catalogs Stock Index - **Market News**: The US Treasury Secretary said that the Sino - US trade agreement may be signed as early as next week; the CSRC Chairman proposed to improve the long - cycle assessment mechanism for medium - and long - term funds; the draft guidelines for the performance comparison benchmarks of public funds were released; the Ministry of Commerce responded to the issues related to Nexperia [2]. - **Basis Ratio**: The basis ratios of IF, IC, IM, and IH for different contract periods are provided [3]. - **Strategy**: After a continuous rise, the hot sectors rotate rapidly, and technology is the main theme. The policy support for the capital market remains unchanged, and the mid - to long - term strategy is to go long on dips [4]. Treasury Bonds - **Market News**: On Friday, the prices of TL, T, TF, and TS main contracts changed. In September, the bond market issued various bonds worth 81027.8 billion yuan, and the overseas institutions' custody balance in the Chinese bond market was 3.8 trillion yuan. The US Treasury Secretary suggested that the Fed should cut interest rates if inflation falls. The central bank conducted a net injection of 1871 billion yuan on Friday [5]. - **Strategy**: The central bank's restart of treasury bond trading is short - term positive for the bond market sentiment. In the fourth quarter, the bond market is affected by multiple factors and is expected to oscillate and recover [6]. Precious Metals - **Market News**: Shanghai gold rose 0.39%, and Shanghai silver fell 0.25%. COMEX gold and silver prices are reported. The change in the Fed's balance sheet has a significant impact on precious metal prices. The overseas silver inventory is decreasing, indicating strong physical demand [7][8]. - **Strategy**: In the context of a loose monetary policy cycle, with potential spot shortages, it is recommended to go long on silver on dips. The reference operating ranges for Shanghai gold and silver futures are provided [8]. Non - Ferrous Metals Copper - **Market News**: The October official manufacturing PMI in China was weaker than expected, and the copper price was weakly oscillating. The LME copper inventory decreased, and the Shanghai copper spot market sentiment improved [10]. - **Strategy**: The short - term optimistic sentiment has been realized, but the supply of refined copper is expected to tighten marginally, providing strong support for the copper price. The reference operating ranges for Shanghai copper and LME copper are provided [11]. Aluminum - **Market News**: The easing of trade tensions drove the aluminum price up. The domestic aluminum inventory decreased, while the LME aluminum inventory increased [12]. - **Strategy**: The global trade situation is easing, and the aluminum price is expected to be strong in the short - term. The reference operating ranges for Shanghai aluminum and LME aluminum are provided [13]. Zinc - **Market News**: The Shanghai zinc index fell slightly. The domestic zinc inventory decreased slightly, and the LME zinc inventory and related basis are reported [14][15]. - **Strategy**: The domestic zinc mine inventory is decreasing, and the downstream demand is stable. The zinc price is expected to be strong in the short - term, but the upside space is limited [16]. Lead - **Market News**: The Shanghai lead index rose slightly. The domestic lead inventory decreased slightly, and the LME lead inventory and related basis are reported [17]. - **Strategy**: The lead mine inventory is decreasing, and the downstream demand is stable. The lead price is expected to be strong in the short - term [17]. Nickel - **Market News**: The nickel price was narrowly oscillating. The spot market premiums were stable, and the nickel ore and nickel iron prices were stable [18]. - **Strategy**: The short - term inventory pressure on refined nickel is significant, and it is recommended to wait and see. If the price drops enough, long positions can be considered. The reference operating ranges for Shanghai nickel and LME nickel are provided [20]. Tin - **Market News**: The Shanghai tin price rose slightly. The supply of tin ore is still tight, and the demand in emerging fields provides support. The inventory decreased slightly [21]. - **Strategy**: The short - term supply - demand of tin is in a tight balance, and it is recommended to go long on dips. The reference operating ranges for domestic and overseas tin are provided [22]. Carbonate Lithium - **Market News**: The price of carbonate lithium decreased. The inventory has been decreasing, and the price of lithium concentrate has increased [23]. - **Strategy**: The price of carbonate lithium has rebounded, and the market may focus on the supply disruption or demand expectation. The reference operating range for the Guangzhou Futures Exchange's carbonate lithium main contract is provided [23]. Alumina - **Market News**: The alumina index decreased. The domestic and overseas prices and inventory changes are reported [24]. - **Strategy**: The short - term support for the ore price exists, but it may be under pressure after the rainy season. It is recommended to wait and see. The reference operating range for the domestic main contract is provided [25]. Stainless Steel - **Market News**: The stainless steel price decreased. The spot price was relatively stable, and the inventory increased [26]. - **Strategy**: The stainless steel market is expected to be weak in the short - term due to the approaching traditional off - season and limited demand improvement [27]. Cast Aluminum Alloy - **Market News**: The price of cast aluminum alloy increased. The trading volume and open interest increased, and the inventory increased slightly [28]. - **Strategy**: The cost of cast aluminum alloy is high, and the supply is tight due to policy adjustments, providing strong support for the price [30]. Black Building Materials Steel - **Market News**: The prices of rebar and hot - rolled coil decreased slightly. The inventory of rebar decreased, and the inventory of hot - rolled coil decreased but remained high [32]. - **Strategy**: With the Fed's loose expectations and positive signals from the Sino - US meeting, the steel consumption may gradually recover, but the short - term demand is still weak [33]. Iron Ore - **Market News**: The iron ore main contract price decreased slightly. The overseas iron ore shipment increased, and the domestic iron ore demand decreased [34]. - **Strategy**: The supply of iron ore is increasing, and the demand is weakening. The iron ore price may decline periodically [36]. Glass and Soda Ash - **Market News**: The glass price decreased, and the inventory decreased. The soda ash price decreased, and the inventory decreased slightly [37][39]. - **Strategy**: The glass market is expected to be weak, and the soda ash market is expected to oscillate narrowly [38][39]. Manganese Silicon and Ferrosilicon - **Market News**: The prices of manganese silicon and ferrosilicon decreased. The manganese silicon price is in an oscillating range, and the ferrosilicon price is also in an oscillating range [40][41]. - **Strategy**: The black building materials market is expected to be strong in the long - term. Manganese silicon and ferrosilicon are likely to follow the market trend [43]. Industrial Silicon and Polysilicon - **Market News**: The price of industrial silicon decreased, and the price of polysilicon increased. The supply of industrial silicon is under pressure, and the demand for polysilicon is expected to decrease [44][47]. - **Strategy**: The industrial silicon market is expected to be in a short - term consolidation, and the polysilicon market is expected to improve marginally [46][48]. Energy and Chemicals Rubber - **Market News**: The rubber price stabilized. The operating rates of tire factories increased slightly, and the inventory decreased slightly [52]. - **Strategy**: It is recommended to trade long in the short - term and build partial positions for the hedge strategy of buying RU2601 and selling RU2609 [54]. Crude Oil - **Market News**: The price of INE crude oil is reported. The European ARA gasoline and other product inventories changed [55]. - **Strategy**: The short - term oil price is not recommended to be overly bearish, and a range strategy of buying low and selling high is maintained. It is recommended to wait and see for now [56]. Methanol - **Market News**: The methanol price decreased. The port inventory is high, and the demand is weak [57]. - **Strategy**: The methanol market has a pattern of increasing supply and weakening demand, and it is recommended to wait and see [58]. Urea - **Market News**: The urea price decreased slightly. The supply and demand both increased, and the port inventory decreased [59]. - **Strategy**: The urea market is in a relatively loose supply - demand pattern, and short - term long positions can be considered on dips [59]. Pure Benzene and Styrene - **Market News**: The prices of pure benzene and styrene decreased. The supply decreased, and the demand decreased [60]. - **Strategy**: The benzene - styrene market is expected to stop falling in the short - term due to the high - level inventory reduction [61]. PVC - **Market News**: The PVC price decreased. The supply increased, and the demand was weak. The inventory increased slightly [62][63]. - **Strategy**: The PVC market is in a situation of strong supply and weak demand, and it is recommended to go short on rallies in the medium - term [64]. Ethylene Glycol - **Market News**: The ethylene glycol price decreased. The supply increased, and the demand increased slightly. The inventory decreased [65]. - **Strategy**: The ethylene glycol market is expected to accumulate inventory in the fourth quarter, and it is recommended to go short on rallies [66]. PTA - **Market News**: The PTA price increased. The supply decreased slightly, and the demand increased slightly. The inventory increased [67]. - **Strategy**: The PTA market is expected to reduce inventory in November, and short - term attention can be paid to the repair of processing fees [69]. Para - Xylene - **Market News**: The para - xylene price increased. The supply increased, and the demand decreased. The inventory increased [70]. - **Strategy**: The para - xylene market is expected to be under pressure in November, and it is recommended to wait and see [71]. Polyethylene PE - **Market News**: The PE price decreased. The supply decreased slightly, and the demand increased slightly. The inventory decreased [72]. - **Strategy**: The PE market is expected to maintain a low - level oscillation [73]. Polypropylene PP - **Market News**: The PP price decreased. The supply increased slightly, and the demand increased slightly. The inventory decreased [74]. - **Strategy**: The PP market is in a situation of weak supply and demand, and the cost - side pressure suppresses the price [75]. Agricultural Products Live Pigs - **Market News**: The pig price decreased. The supply is greater than the demand, and the price may continue to fall [77]. - **Strategy**: It is recommended to go short on rallies, and cautious investors can use reverse spread positions [78]. Eggs - **Market News**: The egg price was stable with partial decreases. The inventory decreased slightly, and the demand increased due to the approaching festivals [79]. - **Strategy**: The egg market is expected to be strong in the short - term, and it is recommended to wait and see or trade short - term [81]. Soybean Meal and Rapeseed Meal - **Market News**: The CBOT soybean price increased. The domestic soybean meal price increased, and the inventory was high [82]. - **Strategy**: The soybean meal market is expected to rise in the short - term and fall in the medium - term [83]. Oils and Fats - **Market News**: The Malaysian palm oil export and production data are reported. The domestic oil price decreased, and the spot basis was stable [84][85]. - **Strategy**: The palm oil market is recommended to be viewed as oscillating weakly before the export situation improves [87]. Sugar - **Market News**: The sugar price oscillated. The Brazilian sugar production data are reported, and the domestic spot price decreased [88][89]. - **Strategy**: It is recommended to wait for the rebound to weaken and then go short [90]. Cotton - **Market News**: The cotton price was narrowly oscillating. The spinning mill's operating rate was stable, and the new cotton purchase price increased slightly [91]. - **Strategy**: The cotton market is expected to have limited upside space in the short - term due to weak fundamentals [92].

Group 1: Report Investment Rating - No investment rating information provided in the report Group 2: Core Views - Powell's hawkish stance means the release of expectations for the Fed's loose monetary policy requires time, but the Fed Chair has explained balance - sheet expansion. The December interest - rate cut is uncertain, while the subsequent "rate cut + balance - sheet expansion" monetary policy is emphasized [2] - In the loose monetary policy cycle, combined with potential spot shortages, it is recommended to buy silver on dips. The reference operating range for the main contract of Shanghai Gold is 880 - 966 yuan/gram, and for the main contract of Shanghai Silver is 11001 - 12366 yuan/kilogram [2] Group 3: Market Quotes - Shanghai Gold rose 0.39% to 921.84 yuan/gram, Shanghai Silver fell 0.25% to 11382.00 yuan/kilogram; COMEX Gold was at 4013.40 dollars/ounce, COMEX Silver was at 48.25 dollars/ounce; the US 10 - year Treasury yield was 4.11%, and the US dollar index was 99.73 [1] - As of October 31, 2025, the overseas spot silver implied lease rate was 5.95%, the overseas silver EFP rate was 0.35 dollars/ounce, and the COMEX silver inventory decreased by 1537 tons from the high on October 3 to 15005.53 tons [1] Group 4: Historical Price Drivers - Changes in the Fed's balance sheet have a more significant impact on precious - metal prices than interest - rate policies. In May 2024, the Fed slowed QT, and the COMEX silver price rose 19.7% from May 2 to May 21 [1] - In August 2010, Bernanke's speech hinted at QE2, and from the end of August 2010 to the end of April 2011, the COMEX silver price soared 169% [1] Group 5: Silver Spot Situation - The previous tight - spot situation driving silver prices has eased, but COMEX silver is still in the process of continuous de - stocking, and the London silver premium over New York silver rebounded last Friday. The continuous de - stocking of COMEX silver indicates strong physical demand for silver in the fourth quarter [1] Group 6: Key Data Summary - For gold on October 31, 2025, the COMEX closing price rose 0.96%, the trading volume fell 98.56%, the position increased 2.43%, and the inventory decreased 0.20%. Similar data for other gold - related indicators are also provided [5] - For silver on October 31, 2025, the COMEX closing price fell 0.99%, the position increased 1.75%, the inventory decreased 0.14%. Similar data for other silver - related indicators are also provided [5]

Core Points - The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) decided to lower interest rates by 25 basis points, bringing the rate range to 3.75-4.00% [5] - There were internal disagreements among committee members regarding the extent of the rate cut, with one member advocating for a 50 basis point cut [1][7] - The FOMC emphasized the need to monitor labor market conditions, inflation expectations, and international financial situations closely [3][10] Summary by Sections Interest Rate Decision - The FOMC's decision to cut rates by 25 basis points reflects a cautious approach to monetary policy, balancing the need for economic support with concerns about inflation [5][10] - The end of balance sheet reduction on December 1 is a significant milestone, indicating a shift in monetary policy strategy [5][10] Internal Disagreements - There were two dissenting votes during the meeting, highlighting differing views on the pace of monetary easing among committee members [1][7] - Member Stephen Milan has consistently advocated for a more aggressive approach, while Jeffrey Schmieding has favored a more cautious stance [1][7] Economic Outlook - The FOMC noted that economic activity is expanding moderately, with job growth slowing and a slight increase in the unemployment rate, indicating a stable but not robust labor market [1][9] - The committee reiterated its commitment to achieving maximum employment and returning inflation to the 2% target, emphasizing the importance of upcoming economic data [9][10] Future Monitoring - The FOMC will continue to assess economic data and risks, leaving room for potential policy adjustments in response to changing conditions [10][11] - The upcoming data releases will be critical in determining the future direction of monetary policy, particularly following the rate cut and the end of balance sheet reduction [11]

Core Viewpoint - The ongoing U.S. government shutdown has created unprecedented challenges for the Federal Reserve's monetary policy decisions, leading to significant market volatility and uncertainty regarding future interest rate cuts [1][3][16]. Group 1: Federal Reserve's Decision-Making - The Federal Reserve lowered interest rates by 25 basis points on October 29, but the decision was narrowly passed with a 10-2 vote, indicating internal divisions among board members [1][3]. - There is a notable split within the Federal Reserve, with one member advocating for no rate change and another suggesting a 50 basis point cut, which is uncommon in recent decision-making [3][16]. - The lack of timely economic data due to the government shutdown complicates the Fed's ability to make informed policy decisions, as key indicators like non-farm payrolls and inflation data are unavailable [3][5]. Group 2: Economic Indicators and Market Reactions - September's CPI inflation data showed slightly lower-than-expected inflation pressures, with declines in housing services inflation and stable non-housing services inflation, which bolstered the Fed's confidence in controlling inflation [5][12]. - The job market is undergoing structural changes, influenced by immigration policies and AI, making traditional employment data harder to interpret [5][7]. - The Fed announced it would stop balance sheet reduction starting December 1, citing tightening liquidity in the money market and declining bank reserves, which may help alleviate liquidity pressures [8][10]. Group 3: Market Implications - Following the Fed's announcement, expectations for a December rate cut have significantly cooled, with traders reassessing the Fed's policy path amid ongoing data shortages [10][12]. - The decline in the 10-year U.S. Treasury yield from 4.28% to 3.97% since late August reflects the impact of the rate cut cycle, although historical trends suggest that the pace of decline may slow down [12][14]. - The stock market, particularly technology and interest-sensitive sectors, has been supported by the rate cut, while the dollar index may stabilize as economic conditions improve [14][16]. Group 4: Gold Market Dynamics - Gold prices have surged due to declining risk-free interest rates, government shutdown uncertainties, and global de-dollarization trends, with historical patterns suggesting a potential continuation of the current bull market [14][16].

Core Viewpoint - The Federal Reserve's decision to lower interest rates faces significant opposition from several officials, indicating that further rate cuts in December are not guaranteed [1][2][6]. Group 1: Federal Reserve Officials' Stance - Dallas Fed President Lorie Logan and Cleveland Fed President Beth Hammack expressed their preference to maintain current interest rates, emphasizing the need for clear evidence of inflation decline or labor market cooling before supporting further cuts [1][3]. - Kansas City Fed President Jeff Schmid opposed the recent rate cut, citing a balanced labor market and persistent inflation concerns [1][3]. - The divergence in opinions among Fed officials highlights a contentious debate on monetary policy direction leading up to the December meeting [1][2][6]. Group 2: Market Reactions and Expectations - Following the statements from hawkish officials, market expectations for a December rate cut significantly decreased, with the probability dropping from nearly 92% to below 69% [7]. - The futures market reflects a shift in sentiment regarding the likelihood of further rate cuts, indicating increased uncertainty among investors [7]. Group 3: Neutral Rate Assessment - Disagreements over the assessment of the neutral interest rate, which neither stimulates nor restricts economic growth, have become a focal point of the debate among Fed officials [4][5]. - Current estimates of the neutral rate range from slightly above 2.5% to slightly below 4%, contributing to differing views on the necessity of further rate cuts [4][5]. Group 4: Balance Sheet Reduction - The Fed announced it will cease its balance sheet reduction (quantitative tightening) on December 1, which has been ongoing for three years, in response to rising short-term interest rates [10]. - Logan supports this decision, believing it will alleviate financing pressures, while also suggesting that the Fed may need to purchase assets if recent increases in repo rates are not temporary [10].