1. Report Industry Investment Rating No information provided regarding the report industry investment rating. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - The central bank implements a moderately loose monetary policy, with a package of measures including a 0.5 - percentage - point cut in the reserve requirement ratio, a 0.1 - percentage - point cut in the policy rate, and an increase in the intensity of structural monetary policy tools, aiming to stabilize the economy and improve short - term credit conditions [2][3] - Stabilizing the stock and real estate markets is an important focus of financial policies. Measures such as reducing housing provident fund loan interest rates and optimizing capital - market - supporting monetary policy tools are taken. For bond market investors, the convertible bond allocation position can be appropriately increased [4] - After the "double - cut" policy, the short - end bond interest rate is more likely to decline, while the long - end bond interest rate's trend is more differentiated. Currently, the bond market risk is not high, and the certainty of medium - and short - end interest rates is higher [6][7] 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs 3.1. Implementation of Reserve Requirement Ratio and Interest Rate Cuts, and Monetary Policy Easing to Stabilize the Economy - The central bank will implement a moderately loose monetary policy, with a 0.5 - percentage - point cut in the reserve requirement ratio, providing about 1 trillion yuan of long - term liquidity to the market, and a 0.1 - percentage - point cut in the policy rate, driving the LPR to decline by about 0.1 percentage points [2] - Due to the negative impact of the US tariff policy on China's exports and the decline of the manufacturing PMI in April, the central bank increases the intensity of structural monetary policy tools, such as increasing the re - loan quota for scientific and technological innovation and technological transformation by 300 billion yuan, setting up a 500 - billion - yuan "service consumption and elderly care re - loan", and increasing the re - loan quota for agriculture and small businesses by 300 billion yuan. The "double - cut" policy is expected to improve short - term credit conditions [3] 3.2. Stabilizing the Stock and Real Estate Markets as Key Focuses of Financial Policies - The central bank governor proposes to cut the personal housing provident fund loan interest rate by 0.25 percentage points and merge the 50 - billion - yuan securities - fund - insurance company swap facility and the 30 - billion - yuan stock repurchase and increase re - loan into an 80 - billion - yuan total quota [4] - The CSRC chairman emphasizes serving new - quality productivity and promoting long - term funds to enter the market, while the head of the financial regulatory agency aims to introduce real - estate financing systems and expand the scope of long - term insurance fund investment pilots [4] - Stabilizing the stock market is important for confidence and property income. Increasing long - term funds and creating capital - market - supporting monetary policy tools can reduce stock market tail risks and support the stock market in the long run. Bond market investors can appropriately increase convertible bond positions. Reducing housing provident fund and LPR rates can lower housing purchase costs, and the improvement of real - estate sales needs to be observed [4] 3.3. Empirical Laws of Bond Market Trends after "Double - Cuts" in History - Since 2020, there have been two "double - cuts", in 2020 and 2024, and the rest occurred before 2016. After "double - cuts", the short - end interest rate is more likely to decline, while the long - end interest rate's trend is more differentiated. For example, after the "double - cut" on September 24, 2024, the long - end interest rate increased due to improved risk appetite and strengthened real - estate and fiscal policies [5][6] 3.4. Outlook on the Bond Market after the Implementation of Monetary Easing Measures - On May 7, the bond market showed a differentiated trend, with short - end interest rates falling and 10 - year and 30 - year government bond interest rates rising. After the "double - cut", the risk of a continuous rise in long - end interest rates is low. The bond market is not expected to repeat the situation after the "double - cut" on September 24, 2024. The current bond market risk is not high, and the certainty of medium - and short - end interest rates is higher. If the long - end interest rate rebounds, it can be considered for layout [7]

Summary of Key Points from the Conference Call Industry or Company Involved - The conference call primarily discusses the monetary policy and economic outlook of China, focusing on the banking sector and real estate market. Core Points and Arguments 1. **Shift in Monetary Policy Focus**: The central bank's monetary policy has shifted from focusing on financial risks to stabilizing growth and employment, indicating the start of a substantial easing phase. Further reductions in reserve requirements and interest rates are expected in Q3 [1][4][17]. 2. **Liquidity Provision**: A 50 basis point reduction in the reserve requirement ratio (RRR) is expected to provide approximately 1 trillion yuan in long-term liquidity, reducing bank costs by about 20 billion yuan. A 10 basis point interest rate cut will lead to a decrease in the Loan Prime Rate (LPR) [1][9][10]. 3. **Structural Monetary Policies**: The central bank has introduced structural monetary policies, including increasing the quota for technology innovation and technical transformation loans to 800 billion yuan, and providing 500 billion yuan for service consumption and elderly care loans [1][11][16]. 4. **Support for Key Sectors**: Future policy efforts will focus on supporting foreign trade enterprises, stabilizing the capital market, and enhancing measures for the real estate market and technology sectors [1][13][18]. 5. **Investment Opportunities**: The conference highlighted several investment opportunities, including increased flexibility in monetary policy, new structural monetary tools, and strong stimulus for consumer sectors such as automotive and equipment upgrades [3][16]. 6. **Impact on Real Estate**: The government is expected to introduce financing systems that align with new real estate development models, which will improve the efficiency of securing affordable housing and provide necessary financing support [31][32][33]. 7. **Banking Sector Outlook**: The easing monetary policy is anticipated to lower financing costs for banks, although it may also exert downward pressure on interest margins. The overall impact on bank margins is expected to be manageable [35][42]. 8. **Long-term Capital Inflows**: Policies aimed at promoting long-term capital inflows into the market have been emphasized, including adjustments to insurance company investment regulations to enhance market liquidity [39][41]. Other Important but Possibly Overlooked Content 1. **Economic Resilience**: The newly introduced policies are expected to enhance the resilience and certainty of China's economic fundamentals, boosting investor confidence [2]. 2. **Debt Market Reactions**: The bond market is expected to experience complex reactions to the new policies, with short-term yields likely to decline while long-term yields may rise due to profit-taking [24][28]. 3. **Future Policy Space**: There remains significant room for further interest rate cuts and reserve requirement reductions throughout the year, with expectations of 20-30 basis points in rate cuts and over 100 basis points in reserve requirement reductions [30]. 4. **Focus on Consumer Spending**: New measures aimed at stimulating consumer spending, particularly in sectors like dining, culture, and education, are expected to have a significant impact on the economy [19][20]. This summary encapsulates the key insights and implications from the conference call, providing a comprehensive overview of the current economic landscape and future expectations in China.

新华财经上海5月7日电（记者杨溢仁）降准、降息如期而至，但对于债市，在利好兑现的同时，各机构 的谨慎情绪亦有所"抬头"。部分业内人士认为，当前的债市利率已在较大程度上透支了本次货币政策宽 松，若后续经济趋势改善，债券市场很可能面临一定的调整风险。不过，考虑到基本面的复苏难一蹴而 就，且未来尚有进一步降息、降准空间，"债牛"行情仍可期待。 利好兑现债市波澜不惊 为实施好适度宽松的货币政策，加力支持实体经济，中国人民银行决定，从2025年5月8日起，公开市场 7天期逆回购操作利率由此前的1.50%调整为1.40%；与此同时，实施适度宽松的货币政策，提高宏观调 控的前瞻性、针对性、有效性，自2025年5月15日起，下调金融机构存款准备金率0.5个百分点（不含已 执行5%存款准备金率的金融机构），下调汽车金融公司和金融租赁公司存款准备金率5个百分点。 降息、降准应声落地，债市收益率却表现得"波澜不惊"，与传统降准、降息后中债收益率大幅下行不 同，本次利好兑现后，长债收益率一度加速上行，截至7日中午11时30分，10年期国债活跃 券"250004"收益率上行了1.7BP至1.638%，超长期国债活跃券"230023"的 ...

Monetary Policy Adjustments - The central bank has implemented a 0.5% reduction in the reserve requirement ratio, expected to provide approximately 1 trillion yuan in long-term liquidity to the market[2] - A policy interest rate cut of 0.1% has been enacted, lowering the 7-day reverse repurchase rate from 1.50% to 1.40%, which is anticipated to lead to a similar decrease in the Loan Prime Rate (LPR) by about 0.1%[2] - The interest rate for structural monetary policy tools has been reduced by 0.25%, including various special structural tools and the re-lending rate for agriculture and small enterprises, from 1.75% to 1.50%[2] Support for Consumption and Innovation - The reserve requirement ratio for auto finance and leasing companies will be temporarily lowered from 5% to 0%, aimed at boosting auto consumption[2] - A new 500 billion yuan "service consumption and pension re-lending" facility has been established to enhance credit support for service consumption and reduce housing loan burdens[2] - The government plans to increase the re-lending quota for technological innovation and transformation by 300 billion yuan, raising the total to 800 billion yuan[2] Capital Market Stability - A combined total of 800 billion yuan will be allocated for securities fund and insurance company swap facilities and stock repurchase loans[2] - The risk factor for insurance company stock investments has been lowered to 10%, promoting stability and activity in the capital market[2] - The government is expediting the release of revised regulations for major asset restructuring of listed companies to enhance capital market merger and acquisition channels[2] Economic Outlook and Risks - The GDP growth rate for Q1 was reported at 5.4%, indicating a need for monetary policy easing to address economic weaknesses[2] - Upcoming trade talks with the U.S. are expected to strengthen China's negotiating position, coinciding with a favorable window for monetary policy easing due to anticipated U.S. interest rate cuts[2] - Risks include potential global inflation resurgence, rapid economic downturns in Europe and the U.S., and increasing international geopolitical complexities[2]

究 东 海 观 明道雨 从业资格证号：F03092124 投资咨询证号：Z0018827 电话：021-80128600-8631 邮箱：mingdy@qh168.com.cn 2025年5月7日 [Table_央Tit行le]下调存款准备金率0.5%和降息10BP ——宏观数据观察 分析师： 事件要点： 察 宏 观 中国人民银行行长潘功胜5月7日在国新办发布会上宣布，第一，降低存款准备 金率0.5个百分点，预计将向市场提供长期流动性约1万亿元。第二，完善存款准备 金制度，阶段性将汽车金融公司、金融租赁公司的存款准备金率，从目前的5%调降 至0%。第三，下调政策利率0.1个百分点，即公开市场7天期逆回购操作利率从目前 的1.5%调降至1.4%，预计将带动贷款市场报价利率（LPR）同步下行约0.1个百分 点。第四，下调结构性货币政策工具利率0.25个百分点，包括：各类专项结构性工 具利率、支农支小再贷款利率，均从目前的1.75%降至1.5%；抵押补充贷款（PSL） 利率从目前的2.25%降至2%。 事件解读： 此次降准和降息在幅度上符合预期但在时间上略超预期，货币政策持续宽松。 [Table_Report] 中 ...

证券研究报告 | 宏观专题研究 | 中国宏观 宏观专题研究 报告日期：2025 年 05 月 07 日 货币政策再宽松驱动股债双牛 ——5 月 7 日央行一揽子货币政策解读 核心观点 2025 年 5 月 7 日国务院新闻办公室举行新闻发布会，央行行长潘功胜提出一揽子货币 政策措施，主要有三类十项政策，我们将其总结为 5 类重点工具： 分析师：李超 执业证书号：S1230520030002 lichao1@stocke.com.cn 分析师：费瑾 执业证书号：S1230524070007 feijin@stocke.com.cn 相关报告 工具 1：央行降准 50BP，旨在推动适度宽信用，并缓解政府债集中供给出现的资金面 扰动；工具 2：央行降息 10BP 并引导 LPR 回落，旨在降低实体部门融资成本；工具 3：结构性货币政策利率下调，再贷款额度扩围；工具 4：优化两项支持资本市场的货 币政策工具，旨在依托对市场最熟悉的上市公司和行业机构主动识别优质上市公司， 自行决定是否加杠杆买股票，进而用市场化的手段，促进金融市场长期健康发展；工 具 5：创设科技创新债券风险分担工具，助力传统的城投平台正加速向科创产业 ...

[Table_main] 衍生品市场类模板 报告日期：2025 年 5 月 策_main] 衍生品市场类模板 略 报 告 2025 年 5 月中债市场月度展望及配置策略 ──债券策略月报 市 场 策 报告导读 略 研 究 — 中 债 策 略 月 报 一季度经济实现开门红，实际 GDP 同比 5.4%，名义 GDP 同比 4.6%，反应 9.24 新政以来经济复苏的积极因素在不断累积；政治局会议强调加紧实施已落地的 政策，财政发债节奏加快，货币政策加力，市场对宽松预期明显升温。上证综 指和深证成指在月末分别收于 3279、9899.8，月内涨跌幅分别为-1.7%、-5.76%。 债市则受避险情绪影响，4 月初迎来一波快牛，10 年国债收益率两个交易日内 下行 18bp，但随着后续多空力量进入相对平衡状态，利率难上但也难下，10 年国债收益率在 1.62-1.67%区间震荡。展望后续，基本面对债市的影响逐渐 弱化+中美关税谈判难以短期达成和解的背景下，5 月偏宽松的资金面可能会 给短端品种带来更好的投资机会，同时可以在组合中保留一定的久期仓位，以 抓捕降准/降息落地后带来的一波快牛机会。 | 分析师： | 曹潮 ...

5月7日，中国人民银行行长在国新办举行的新闻发布会上宣布，降准0.5个百分点，向市场提供长期流 动性约1万亿元，并降低政策利率0.1个百分点。 截至2025年5月7日 10:28，30年国债ETF(511090)多空胶着，最新报价124.62元。流动性方面，30年国债 ETF盘中换手18.37%，成交29.93亿元，市场交投活跃。拉长时间看，截至5月6日，30年国债ETF近1月 日均成交94.23亿元。 甬兴证券指出，4月PMI数据验证经济复苏动能承压，外需冲击与内需修复共振，对债市形成短期利 好。但我们认为需关注政策发力带来的供给冲击和市场预期变化，以及节后央行逆回购操作及中央政治 局会议后政策细则落地情况。整体而言，我们认为市场对货币政策宽松预期或升温，推动利率债收益率 下行，建议利率债把握波段交易机会，信用关注中高等级城投债和商业银行永续债的配置机会。 30年国债ETF紧密跟踪中债-30年期国债指数(总值)财富指数，中债-30年期国债指数隶属于中债总指数 族系，该指数成分券由在境内公开发行上市流通的发行期限为30年且待偿期25-30年（包含25年和30 年）的记账式国债组成（不包含特别国债），可作为投资 ...

英国央行本周将降息25个基点，甚至可能为自2009年以来首次连续降息铺平道路，以应对美国的全球贸 易战。大多数经济学家认为，在判断美国总统特朗普的关税及其未来计划的不确定性将拖累增长并抑制 通胀后，英国央行将转向鸽派立场。 渐进且谨慎 EY Item Club顾问Matt Swannell表示，周四的会议上，英国央行降息25个基点至4.25%"几乎确定"，这 将是该央行去年加息至5.25%峰值后的第四次降息，也是今年第二次降息。 其他人认为，英国央行甚至可能出现更鸽派的转变。巴克莱银行首席英国经济学家、前英国央行经济学 家Jack Meaning表示，货币政策委员会可能为6月再次降息25个基点做好准备。若这一预测成真，除了 2020年3月新冠疫情初期的两次紧急降息外，这将是英国央行自2009年初金融危机以来首次连续降息。 上周四，市场一度预计英国央行在今年剩余六次的会议中将降息四次，每次25个基点，至3.5%。在3月 20日上一次货币政策委员会会议决定后，市场预计英国央行2025年仅降息两次，每次25个基点，至 4%。 自3月投票以来，世界发生了翻天覆地的变化。英国央行当时维持利率不变，并指出了不确定性。那 ...

Report Industry Investment Ratings No relevant content provided. Core Views of the Report - The report analyzes various futures markets, including bonds, stocks, precious metals, and commodities. It suggests that investors should remain cautious in the bond market, be optimistic about the long - term performance of Chinese equity assets, and consider long - positions in gold futures. For different commodities, it provides specific trading strategies based on their supply - demand fundamentals, cost factors, and market sentiment [6][8][11]. Summary by Related Catalogs Bonds - **Market Performance**: On the previous trading day, Treasury bond futures showed a mixed performance. The 30 - year, 10 - year, 5 - year, and 2 - year Treasury bond futures had different price changes. The central bank conducted 530.8 billion yuan of reverse repurchase operations on April 30, with a net injection of 422.8 billion yuan. In April, the manufacturing PMI declined, while the non - manufacturing and composite PMIs remained in the expansion zone [5]. - **Analysis and Strategy**: The external environment is favorable for Treasury bond futures, but the current yield is relatively low. The Chinese economy shows a stable recovery trend, and there is room for domestic demand policies. Tariffs may be adjusted repeatedly, so investors are advised to remain cautious, expecting increased volatility [6][7]. Stocks - **Market Performance**: On the previous trading day, stock index futures showed mixed results. The CSI 300, SSE 50, CSI 500, and CSI 1000 stock index futures had different price changes [8]. - **Analysis and Strategy**: Although tariffs disrupt the domestic economic recovery rhythm and global recession risks increase, domestic asset valuations are low, and there is policy - hedging space. The report is optimistic about the long - term performance of Chinese equity assets and suggests considering long - positions in stock index futures [8][9]. Precious Metals - **Market Performance**: On the previous trading day, gold and silver futures prices declined. In April, the US non - farm payrolls increased, and the unemployment rate remained stable. The US GDP in the first quarter declined [10]. - **Analysis and Strategy**: The complex global trade and financial environment, potential central bank policy easing, and tariff impacts are expected to drive up gold prices. The long - term bullish trend of precious metals continues, and investors are advised to buy gold futures on dips [10][11][12]. Steel and Related Products - **Rebar and Hot - Rolled Coil**: On the previous trading day, rebar and hot - rolled coil futures showed weak oscillations. The real - estate downturn suppresses rebar demand, but the peak - season demand may provide short - term support. The valuation is low, and the price has support at the previous low. Investors can look for short - selling opportunities on rebounds and manage positions carefully [13]. - **Iron Ore**: On the previous trading day, iron ore futures oscillated. The increase in iron ore demand and the decrease in supply and inventory support the price. The valuation is relatively high among black - series products, and the price has support at the previous low. Investors can look for long - buying opportunities at low levels and set stop - losses [14][15]. - **Coking Coal and Coke**: On the previous trading day, coking coal and coke futures continued to decline. Coking coal supply is loose, and coke demand has improved slightly, but the possibility of price increases is low. The price may test the previous low again. Investors can look for short - selling opportunities on rebounds [17]. - **Ferroalloys**: On April 30, manganese - silicon and silicon - iron futures prices declined. Manganese - ore supply may be disrupted, and the supply of ferroalloys is still high while demand is weak. With the arrival of the peak season for steel demand, the supply - demand situation is improving. Investors can consider call options for manganese - silicon and exiting short - positions for silicon - iron [19][20]. Energy - **Crude Oil**: On the previous trading day, INE crude oil prices dropped significantly. The CFTC data shows changes in WTI crude oil and natural gas futures positions. The number of US oil and gas rigs decreased, and OPEC + agreed to increase oil supply in June. The report suggests waiting and seeing for crude oil futures [21][22][23]. - **Fuel Oil**: On the previous trading day, fuel oil prices followed crude oil and dropped significantly. The market structure of high - sulfur fuel oil has slightly improved. The possible relaxation of US sanctions on Russia and the expected signing of tariff agreements have different impacts on fuel oil prices. The report suggests short - selling fuel oil futures [23][24]. Rubber - **Synthetic Rubber**: On the previous trading day, synthetic rubber futures prices declined. Supply pressure persists, demand improvement is limited, and the cost has weakened. The short - term trend is expected to be weak [25][26]. - **Natural Rubber**: On the previous trading day, natural rubber futures prices showed mixed results. The expected increase in global supply and the impact of tariffs on demand are expected to keep the price in a weak oscillation [27][28]. Chemical Products - **PVC**: On the previous trading day, PVC futures prices declined. Supply pressure has eased marginally, demand is weakly recovering, and the price is expected to oscillate at the bottom [29][30]. - **Urea**: On the previous trading day, urea futures prices increased. The approaching summer fertilizer - preparation period may increase demand, but supply elasticity is high. The potential Indian tender and domestic export - policy adjustment may affect the price. Investors should pay attention to export changes [31][32]. - **PX**: On the previous trading day, PX futures prices declined. PX device maintenance has reduced the load, and downstream PTA demand has improved. The short - term crude - oil price is under pressure, and PX is expected to oscillate with the cost [33]. - **PTA**: On the previous trading day, PTA futures prices declined. The planned maintenance of PTA devices and the expected improvement in exports may provide some support, but the external crude - oil price is under pressure. The price is expected to oscillate [34]. - **Ethylene Glycol**: On the previous trading day, ethylene glycol futures prices declined. The restart of coal - based devices and high inventory limit the price rebound. The price is expected to oscillate at the bottom [35]. - **Short - Fiber**: On the previous trading day, short - fiber futures prices declined. The supply load is high, downstream demand is weak, and the price is expected to follow the cost and oscillate [36]. - **Bottle Chips**: On the previous trading day, bottle - chip futures prices increased. The raw - material price is under pressure, and the supply - demand fundamentals lack drivers. The price is expected to follow the cost and oscillate [37]. - **Soda Ash**: On the previous trading day, soda - ash futures prices declined. Device maintenance in May may cause short - term price adjustments, but the supply is still high, and the market is weak in the short term [38][39]. - **Glass**: On the previous trading day, glass futures prices declined. The production line is at a low level, inventory changes little, and demand is weak. The post - holiday market sentiment is expected to be weak [40]. - **Caustic Soda**: On the previous trading day, caustic - soda futures prices increased. The demand from the alumina and non - alumina industries is limited, but device maintenance in May may provide some drivers [41][42]. - **Paper Pulp**: On the previous trading day, paper - pulp futures prices declined. Inventory is accumulating, supply is increasing, and market trading is light. The price reflects a pessimistic outlook [43]. - **Lithium Carbonate**: On the previous trading day, lithium - carbonate futures prices declined. The supply is high, demand is weakening, and the price is expected to be weak [44][45]. Non - Ferrous Metals - **Copper**: On the previous trading day, Shanghai copper futures prices dropped significantly. Although the ICSG expects a copper supply surplus, the demand may recover after the tariff friction eases. The report suggests long - buying Shanghai copper futures [46][47]. - **Tin**: On the previous trading day, LME tin prices increased. The复产 of major mines may ease the supply shortage, but the impact of Sino - US trade on the downstream electronics market remains. The price is expected to be under pressure and oscillate weakly [48]. - **Nickel**: On the previous trading day, LME nickel prices increased. The supply of nickel ore is tightened, and the cost provides support, but the downstream acceptance of high prices is low. The demand may weaken in the off - season, and the market is expected to remain in a supply - surplus situation. Investors are advised to wait and see [49]. - **Industrial Silicon/Polysilicon**: On the previous trading day, industrial - silicon and polysilicon futures prices declined. The supply - demand imbalance persists, and the market is pessimistic about the future demand. The prices are expected to be weak [50][51]. Agricultural Products - **Soybean Oil and Soybean Meal**: On April 30, soybean - meal futures prices declined, and soybean - oil futures prices increased. The smooth progress of US soybean planting and the Brazilian soybean harvest increase supply. The demand for soybean oil and soybean meal is expected to increase slightly. The report suggests waiting and seeing for soybean - meal futures and considering call options for soybean - oil futures at the bottom [52][53]. - **Palm Oil**: Malaysian palm - oil prices declined. The inventory may increase, and the domestic import volume has changed. The report suggests considering the opportunity to expand the spread between soybean oil and palm oil [54][55][56]. - **Rapeseed Meal and Rapeseed Oil**: Canadian rapeseed prices declined. China has imposed tariffs on Canadian rapeseed products. The inventory of rapeseed, rapeseed meal, and rapeseed oil has changed. The report suggests considering long - buying rapeseed meal after a pullback [57][58]. - **Cotton**: During the holiday, the external cotton price increased. The planting progress in the US and China has been reported. The high - level tariffs between China and the US affect demand, and the domestic downstream demand is weak. The report suggests waiting and seeing [59][60][61]. - **Sugar**: During the holiday, the external raw - sugar price fluctuated slightly. Brazil is entering the production - acceleration period, and the Indian sugar production is lower than expected. The domestic sugar inventory is neutral, and the import volume is low. The report suggests waiting and seeing [62][63][64]. - **Apples**: On the previous trading day, domestic apple futures prices oscillated. The inventory is low, and the consumption is good. The new - year production is expected to increase. The report suggests waiting and seeing [66][67][68]. - **Pigs**: During the holiday, the pig price increased first and then stabilized. The supply is expected to increase after the holiday, and the demand may weaken. The price is expected to oscillate weakly first and then strengthen. The report suggests waiting and seeing [69][70][71]. - **Eggs**: During the holiday, the egg price increased slightly. The supply is expected to increase in May, and the price may decline after the Dragon Boat Festival. The report suggests holding reverse spreads [72]. - **Corn and Starch**: On April 30, corn and corn - starch futures prices increased. The US corn planting is progressing smoothly, and the Brazilian corn production is expected to increase. The domestic corn supply is under pressure in the short term, and the demand is slightly increasing. Corn - starch production and demand are weak, and the inventory is high. The report suggests waiting and seeing [73][74]. - **Logs**: On the previous trading day, log futures prices declined. The supply is affected by holidays and weather, and the demand from the real - estate sector is weak. The market has no obvious drivers, and the price is expected to be weak [75][76][77].