Group 1 - The core issue in the US-China trade conflict revolves around the competition for rare earth resources, with the US Treasury Secretary suggesting that China's leverage may last only 12 to 24 months due to its weakening manufacturing sector and reduced trade deficit with the US [1][7] - The US has been applying pressure on China's high-tech industries, particularly in the semiconductor sector, using "national security" as a pretext to strengthen sanctions against China [3][4] - China's response to US sanctions includes implementing rare earth export controls, which are critical for high-tech and military industries, highlighting the strategic importance of these resources [6][18] Group 2 - The belief that the G7 can form a mineral alliance to counter China's rare earth controls is overly optimistic, as the distribution of mineral resources and differing national interests complicate the establishment of a cohesive supply chain [11][15] - China's manufacturing sector is diversifying its export markets, and the changes in trade deficit with the US do not indicate a decline in China's manufacturing capabilities, which are evolving towards higher-end production [9][20] - The key to the rare earth industry is not just resource availability but the complex refining technology, which China dominates, holding over 90% of global refining capacity [13][15] Group 3 - The challenges faced by Western countries in reducing dependence on China include the need for significant investment in refining technology and compliance with strict environmental standards, which are often not feasible [15][20] - The US Treasury Secretary's assertion of a 24-month timeline for China's loss of leverage reflects a misunderstanding of the rare earth supply chain and China's technological strengths [18][20] - The ongoing trade conflict illustrates the importance of overall supply chain resilience and core technological control, with both the US and China leveraging their respective strengths in this complex landscape [18][20]

Core Insights - The recent agreement for China to purchase 12 million tons of U.S. soybeans this season and a minimum of 25 million tons annually for the next three years reflects a strategic negotiation where China exchanges commodity purchases for key concessions from the U.S. in tariffs and sanctions [1][3]. Group 1: Impact on U.S. Agriculture - The soybean deal provides significant relief to U.S. agricultural states, which have faced challenges due to trade tensions, resulting in high soybean inventories and declining prices [3]. - The deal helps stabilize the sentiments in rural America, addressing political pressures faced by Washington from voters in agricultural regions [3]. Group 2: U.S. Concessions - In exchange for the soybean orders, the U.S. has agreed to lower tariffs on certain Chinese goods, delay sanctions related to Chinese shipbuilding and maritime sectors, and pause new rules regarding the "50% penetration" of Chinese products [3]. - These concessions indicate a softening of U.S. positions in critical strategic areas that have been essential for countering China in recent years [3]. Group 3: China's Strategic Position - China has developed alternative supply sources, such as Brazil and Argentina, which reduces its dependency on U.S. soybeans, allowing it to negotiate from a position of strength [3][5]. - The ability to pause U.S. soybean purchases without significant domestic market disruption demonstrates China's enhanced market leverage and strategic planning [3][5]. Group 4: Shift in Trade Dynamics - The transaction signifies a shift in U.S.-China trade relations, with China moving from a reactive stance to actively shaping trade rules through its market size and supply chain resilience [5]. - The dynamics of the trade relationship are evolving, with China using its purchasing power as a strategic tool rather than a necessity, indicating a redefinition of global trade rules [5].

Core Points - The unexpected thaw in US-China relations in the second half of 2025, with the US postponing tariffs on certain Chinese goods, particularly those related to fentanyl, while China also suspended some countermeasures [1][3] - The agreement appears to be a strategic maneuver for both countries, with the US aiming to secure votes from agricultural states and China signaling a willingness to cooperate while maintaining core interests [3][15] - Other countries, particularly India and Mexico, are facing negative repercussions from this agreement, as their strategies to capitalize on US-China tensions have backfired [5][9][11] Group 1: US-China Relations - The US President's decision to delay tariffs is seen as a move to stabilize domestic political support, particularly from agricultural voters [3][15] - China’s response indicates a desire to maintain its export market while asserting its core interests, such as in rare earth elements [3][15] - The agreement is characterized as a "pause" rather than a resolution, suggesting ongoing competition between the two nations [17] Group 2: Impact on Other Countries - India, which sought to benefit from US-China tensions, is now attempting to restart tariff negotiations with the US but faces a cold reception [7][9] - Mexico's earlier decision to impose high tariffs on Asian goods has resulted in retaliatory measures from China, leading to significant economic consequences [9][11] - The EU finds itself in a precarious position, having tried to balance relations with both the US and China, but now risks being sidelined [11][13] Group 3: Strategic Implications - The agreement alters the dynamics of international relations, with countries that anticipated gains from US-China tensions now reassessing their positions [15][17] - The situation highlights the importance of understanding global supply chains and the potential for countries to misjudge their influence [15][17] - The strategic maneuvering by both the US and China reinforces their positions in the global economy, while other nations must adapt to the new landscape [15][17]

Core Viewpoint - The recent high-level meeting between China and the U.S. resulted in a constructive agreement aimed at extending the period of trade tension alleviation and raising the threshold for risks, with a goal to reach a comprehensive trade agreement within a year [4][6][11] Summary by Sections Meeting Outcomes - A one-year truce agreement was reached, which is notable as it extends beyond the previous 90-day renewals, aligning with the U.S. midterm elections to prevent trade tensions from escalating during the election year [6][11] - China will suspend the new export control regulations on rare earths set to take effect in October, while the U.S. will pause the 50% equity penetration export control rules announced on September 29, which was somewhat unexpected [6][10] Tariffs and Trade Measures - The U.S. reduced the fentanyl tariff by 10%, and China will correspondingly adjust its retaliatory tariffs, including the cancellation of the 10% tariff on U.S. soybeans, facilitating large-scale imports [8][10] - Both sides agreed to suspend the additional shipping fees and maintain the 24% reciprocal tariffs for one year, which aligns with market expectations [9][10] Future Engagements - Trump is expected to visit China in April next year, and he has invited President Xi Jinping to visit the U.S., indicating a potential for further diplomatic engagement [9][10] - Discussions included the semiconductor trade, but did not cover high-end chips like Blackwell, which fell short of market optimism [9][10] Symbolic Significance - The meeting marked the first encounter between the two leaders in this term, suggesting a longer period of easing tensions and a framework for addressing future issues [11] - The initial phase of U.S.-China relations will focus on soybean imports and fentanyl tariffs, while the latter phase will aim for a comprehensive trade agreement, indicating a new cycle of negotiations [11]

Report Summary 1. Investment Rating No investment rating for the industry is provided in the report. 2. Core View The APEC meeting in South Korea has made Sino - US related issues the focus of the market. Key issues related to crude oil include the cancellation of US sanctions on Chinese entities, exemptions or licenses for China's procurement of Russian oil, and the resumption of China's procurement of US crude oil. The most crucial point is whether there will be a breakthrough in Sino - US trade negotiations to improve the macro - sentiment. The short - term oil price is expected to fluctuate within a range, and a medium - term short - position allocation is recommended [2][3]. 3. Summary by Directory Market News and Important Data - The price of light crude oil futures for December delivery on the New York Mercantile Exchange rose 33 cents to $60.48 per barrel, a 0.55% increase; the price of Brent crude oil futures for December delivery rose 52 cents to $64.92 per barrel, a 0.81% increase. The SC crude oil main contract closed up 1.28% at 465 yuan per barrel [1]. - As of the week ending October 25, Japan's commercial crude oil inventory decreased by 377,644 kiloliters to 10,027,202 kiloliters, gasoline inventory decreased by 16,721 kiloliters to 1,603,954 kiloliters, and kerosene inventory decreased by 91,715 kiloliters to 2,742,806 kiloliters. The average refinery operating rate was 91.2%, up from 86.2% the previous week [1]. - Ukrainian President Zelensky announced the establishment of an energy alliance. He expects that Ukraine's long - range strikes on Russia have reduced fuel by 22 - 27% and caused a loss of over 20% in refining capacity [1]. - China's first national onshore shale oil demonstration area in Xinjiang's Jimsar has an annual output exceeding 1.5 million tons for the first time this year, marking a new stage of large - scale and stable production in China's shale oil development [1]. Investment Logic The APEC meeting in South Korea has drawn market attention to Sino - US related issues in the crude oil market. The core is whether there will be a breakthrough in Sino - US trade negotiations to improve the overall macro - sentiment [2]. Strategy The short - term oil price is expected to fluctuate within a range, and a medium - term short - position allocation is recommended [3]. Risk - Downside risks include the US relaxing sanctions on Russian oil and macro black - swan events [3]. - Upside risks include the US tightening sanctions on Russian oil, a breakthrough in Sino - US trade negotiations, and large - scale supply disruptions due to conflicts in the Middle East [3].

Core Viewpoint - The statements made by U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent regarding China's rare earth export controls have sparked a debate about the reality of these measures, with China emphasizing its actions as a refinement of its export control system [1][3]. Group 1: China's Rare Earth Export Controls - China's export control measures for rare earth elements were officially announced, with significant restrictions on seven categories of medium and heavy rare earth items effective from April 5, 2025 [3]. - Recent announcements on October 9 included controls on foreign-manufactured magnets and materials containing 0.1% or more of Chinese rare earth elements, along with restrictions on rare earth mining and smelting technologies [3]. - As a result of these measures, China's rare earth exports fell to 4,000.3 tons in September 2025, a decrease of 30.9% month-over-month, marking the lowest level since February of the same year [3]. Group 2: U.S. Dependency on Chinese Rare Earths - The U.S. Geological Survey reported that 70% of U.S. rare earth material imports come from China, with nearly 100% of heavy rare earths essential for military applications sourced from China [5]. - The U.S. military relies on rare earths for 87% of its supply chains across 153 main battle equipment types, highlighting the critical nature of these materials [5][7]. - The complexity and pollution associated with rare earth purification processes have led to a significant reliance on China, which controls 85% of global refining capacity, making U.S. efforts to decouple from this dependency challenging and costly [7]. Group 3: Political Dynamics and Strategic Decisions - China's export controls aim to prevent rare earths from being used for military purposes, contrasting with the U.S. as the largest global arms exporter that frequently utilizes rare earths in military production [9]. - The U.S. has attempted to politicize the rare earth issue, but this strategy has revealed its limitations, as China controls 70% of rare earth production and 92% of refining capacity globally [9]. - Prior to implementing these measures, China communicated its policy objectives to the U.S., EU, and Japan to reduce misunderstandings, while also promising to streamline compliance processes for civilian exports [11].

Core Viewpoint - The recent U.S.-China rare earth dispute highlights strategic considerations beyond mere verbal exchanges, as rare earths are crucial for modern industry and the geopolitical landscape [1][5]. Group 1: U.S. Position and Actions - U.S. Treasury Secretary Besant claimed that China has not effectively implemented rare earth export controls, attributing this to U.S. threats of a 100% tariff, which was celebrated by some U.S. political figures as a significant victory for the Trump administration [3][8]. - The timing of Besant's statements, immediately following the U.S.-China trade talks, suggests a strategic maneuver to assert narrative control and leverage public opinion [3][11]. - The U.S. has been increasingly using tariffs as a tool against China, but the actual impact has been limited, indicating a disconnect between rhetoric and tangible outcomes [3][6]. Group 2: China's Response and Strategy - China's response to U.S. claims was deliberately ambiguous, reflecting a strategic choice to maintain control over the narrative and avoid being pressured into hasty declarations [5][15]. - China has established a comprehensive rare earth management system over the past decade, with clear regulations governing extraction and export, indicating a commitment to maintaining regulatory authority [6][9]. - The Chinese government emphasizes that its export control measures are in line with international norms and aimed at ensuring regional stability and fulfilling non-proliferation obligations [3][6]. Group 3: Industry Implications - Rare earths are essential for high-tech industries, with the U.S. military's dependence on Chinese rare earths exceeding 80%, particularly for advanced weaponry like the F-35 fighter jet [5][9]. - The U.S. is attempting to rebuild its domestic rare earth supply chain, but progress is slow due to high costs and technological challenges, with estimates suggesting it could take at least five years to achieve partial self-sufficiency [5][6]. - The ongoing rare earth dispute is prompting multinational companies to reassess supply chain risks, with some European and Asian firms increasing their reserves to mitigate potential disruptions [8][11]. Group 4: Global Context and Future Outlook - The rare earth conflict is part of a broader struggle for rule-making authority in global supply chains, with the U.S. forming alliances with the EU and Japan to reduce reliance on China [11][15]. - Despite efforts to diversify supply chains, the concentration of rare earth refining capacity in China presents a significant challenge for other nations [11][13]. - The market's reaction to the rare earth dispute has been mixed, with limited price volatility indicating that investors are becoming accustomed to the ongoing U.S.-China trade tensions [13][15].

1. Report Industry Investment Ratings - Crude oil: ★★★ (indicating a clearer short - term bearish trend with appropriate investment opportunities) [1] - Fuel oil: Not clearly defined by the star system in the given context - Low - sulfur fuel oil: Not clearly defined by the star system in the given context - Asphalt: ★★★ (indicating a clearer short - term bearish trend with appropriate investment opportunities) [1] - Liquefied petroleum gas: Not clearly defined by the star system in the given context 2. Core Viewpoints - The rebound space of oil prices is limited, and a strategy combination of shorting crude oil and buying out - of - the - money call options should be considered [2] - For fuel oil, there is short - term support for high - sulfur fuel oil, but the medium - term supply will be loose; low - sulfur fuel oil is weak, but there are potential supports, and the opportunity to go long on the low - high sulfur spread can be considered [2] - The "peak season" demand for asphalt is weaker than expected, and the medium - to - long - term expectation of slower inventory reduction restricts the upside space [3] - The fundamentals of LPG have improved marginally, providing short - term support [4] 3. Summary by Related Catalogs Crude Oil - Overnight international oil prices declined, with the SC12 contract falling 0.81% during the day [2] - The US API crude and refined product inventories decreased more than expected last week, but the US sanctions on Russia have room for maneuver [2] - The easing of Sino - US trade games limits the intensity of sensitive oil sanctions and the upper limit of supply fluctuations [2] - Under the background of continuous production increase by OPEC+ and continuous inventory accumulation pressure, the rebound space of oil prices is limited [2] Fuel Oil & Low - Sulfur Fuel Oil - The unilateral trend of fuel oil still follows crude oil [2] - In the short term, the escalation of sanctions on Russia by Europe and the US intensifies the supply risk of high - sulfur fuel oil, and there is support from feedstock demand under the constraint of domestic crude oil quotas in the fourth quarter [2] - In the medium term, the supply of high - sulfur fuel oil tends to be loose due to limited geopolitical risk fermentation, uncertain import policies, increased exports from the Middle East to Asia, and the end of the power generation peak season [2] - The low - sulfur market is weak, with abundant overseas supply and high Asian arrivals, but there may be support from diesel market transmission and seasonal increase in East Asian power generation demand in the fourth quarter [2] - There are signals of weakening relative strength between high - and low - sulfur in the spot market, and the opportunity to go long on the low - high sulfur spread can be considered [2] Asphalt - The asphalt futures fluctuated today [3] - The planned production of refineries in November decreased significantly year - on - year and month - on - month [3] - Terminal demand in the north is blocked by cooling, while that in the south has improved due to better weather, and the terminal demand in Shandong is average [3] - The year - on - year high - growth rate of shipments since October is difficult to sustain [3] - The overall commercial inventory decreased month - on - month, and the "peak season" demand is weaker than expected, restricting the upside space [3] Liquefied Petroleum Gas - LPG performed relatively strongly in oil product futures today, with the main contract rising 1.2% [4] - The external market price stabilized and rebounded, and the commodity volume and import arrivals of liquefied gas decreased [4] - The improvement of chemical profits has promoted demand growth, and the demand for combustion has improved due to significant cooling in many places [4] - The storage rates of ports and refineries have decreased, and the marginal improvement of fundamentals provides short - term support [4]

Group 1: Energy - International oil prices fell overnight, with Brent's December contract down 1.96%. Considering geopolitical games, the easing of Sino - US trade frictions, and OPEC+ production increases, the upside for oil price rebounds is limited. A strategy combining short positions in crude oil and out - of - the - money call options is recommended [2] - Precious metals continued to decline overnight. With the easing of trade tensions and the upcoming meeting on a cease - fire plan, short - term safe - haven sentiment has cooled. Wait patiently for stabilization before participation, and focus on the Fed's interest - rate meeting [3] Group 2: Base Metals - Copper prices showed resilience overnight. Supply disruptions and a high gold - to - copper ratio support copper prices. There is still potential in the volume and price of Shanghai copper. Pay attention to the callback range and buy on dips [4] - Shanghai aluminum rebounded slightly overnight. Short - term macro - positive sentiment dominates, but the fundamental resonance is limited. Be cautious about the upside [5] - For cast aluminum alloy, scrap aluminum sources are tight, and tax policy adjustment expectations increase costs. However, with high industry inventories and exchange warehouse receipts, it follows aluminum prices and has no independent market [6] - Alumina has a high operating capacity and rising inventory. The supply - surplus pattern remains unchanged. It is mainly in a weak operation [7] - Zinc smelters in China are actively operating, and as winter storage approaches, TC for both domestic and foreign mines has decreased. The opening of the spot export window and low LME inventories support its strong performance, pulling up the Shanghai zinc market. It is expected to fluctuate between 21,500 - 22,500 yuan/ton [8] - The demand for lead has weakened as downstream battery enterprises are less accepting of high prices. The fundamentals of lead are turning weak. Long - position holders should exit on rallies [9] - Nickel prices are in a weak operation. The nickel industry chain is constrained by over - supply, and downstream demand is cautious. The price center is likely to move down [10] - Tin prices oscillated higher overnight. In the medium - to - long - term, supply - disturbing factors have eased. Tin prices follow copper prices, and a small short position can be tentatively established [11] Group 3: Industrial Metals and Alloys - The price of lithium carbonate pulled back after rising. The futures price is strengthening, and it is expected to fluctuate strongly in the short term. Attention should be paid to the sustainability of actual inventory and policy increments [12] - After the release of positive factors for polysilicon listed companies, the upward momentum on the disk is under pressure. There is a risk of a callback in the short term without new policy support [13] - Industrial silicon futures fell slightly. There is a risk of inventory accumulation, but there are expectations of supply improvement in November. The disk is expected to oscillate in the short term [14] Group 4: Steel and Iron Ore - Steel prices rebounded overnight. The demand for rebar is improving, and the demand for hot - rolled coils is rising. However, the downstream's ability to absorb is insufficient, and the negative feedback pressure in the industry chain remains. The price rebound is restricted by weak demand expectations [15] - Iron ore prices rebounded overnight. The supply is increasing, and the demand is under pressure due to factors such as the decline in hot - metal production. It is expected to oscillate at a high level [16] Group 5: Coal - Related Products - Coke prices rose during the day. The second round of price increases has been fully implemented, but coking profits are average. The price may be more likely to rise than fall [17] - Coking coal prices rose during the day. Although there is a short - term impact on hot - metal production, the overall supply of carbon elements is abundant. The price may be more likely to rise than fall [18] - Manganese silicon prices oscillated. The demand is affected by the possible decline in hot - metal production. The price follows the trend of steel [19] - Silicon iron prices oscillated. The overall demand is acceptable, and the price follows the trend of steel [20] Group 6: Shipping - The spot market quotes for the container shipping index (European line) have been lowered, suppressing market sentiment. The disk may oscillate in the near term, and it is recommended to build positions on dips [21] Group 7: Fuels and Asphalt - Fuel oil prices fell overnight. High - sulfur fuel oil is supported in the short term but faces a supply - surplus situation in the medium term. Low - sulfur fuel oil has weak fundamentals but may get some support from geopolitical factors and winter power - generation demand [22] - The planned production of asphalt in November is significantly lower. The "peak - season" demand is weaker than expected, and the upward space for prices is limited [23] Group 8: Liquefied Petroleum Gas and Chemicals - The price of liquefied petroleum gas has been boosted by the improvement in fundamentals, such as reduced supply and increased demand [24] - Urea prices pulled back. The supply - surplus situation persists, but there may be a phased rebound after the price drops to a low level [25] - Methanol futures prices continued to fall. The port inventory is under pressure, and the market is likely to oscillate at a low level [26] - Pure benzene prices continued to fall overnight. The mid - term pressure comes from high imports. A reverse - spread strategy on the monthly spread is recommended [27] - Styrene prices are under long - term pressure due to high inventory in the industry chain [28] - The supply pressure of polypropylene, polyethylene, and propylene is difficult to ease. The impact on prices is limited [29] - PVC prices fluctuate narrowly. The fundamentals are weak, and it may operate in a bottom - range. Caustic soda prices continue to weaken, and the supply pressure is high [30] - PX and PTA prices fell slightly. The supply pressure is large, and a reverse - spread strategy is recommended in the medium term [31] - Ethylene glycol production is increasing. There is a mid - term inventory - accumulation expectation. Short positions can be established on price increases [32] - Short - fiber and bottle - chip prices are mainly driven by cost. Short - fiber may accumulate inventory again, and bottle - chip processing margins are under pressure [33] Group 9: Building Materials - Glass prices rose slightly. The spot market in Shahe shows marginal improvement. The price decline is expected to be limited at present [34] - For natural rubber and its derivatives, demand is gradually recovering, but supply pressure is large. Market sentiment is weak. A wait - and - see strategy is recommended, and attention can be paid to cross - variety arbitrage opportunities [35] - Soda ash costs are rising, and supply is increasing slightly. A high - short strategy is recommended after a price rebound [36] Group 10: Agricultural Products - US soybeans and domestic soybean meal prices rose due to the easing of Sino - US trade tensions. Wait and see for now and look for long - position opportunities after the Sino - US trade issue is resolved [37] - Soybean oil and palm oil prices are affected by trade expectations and supply - demand factors. In the long term, it is recommended to go long on vegetable oils on dips [38] - Rapeseed and rapeseed oil prices are affected by factors such as Sino - Australian relations and Russian exports. Rapeseed meal prices may rebound in the short term, while rapeseed oil prices are under pressure [39] - Soybean No. 1 prices rose rapidly from a low level. Pay attention to the performance of imported soybeans and domestic policies [40] - Corn prices are under pressure due to the continuous supply of new grain. Dalian corn may continue to operate weakly at the bottom [41] - Live - hog futures prices weakened significantly, while spot prices rose. After the price rebound, a short - selling strategy on rallies is recommended [42] - Egg prices failed to continue rising. It is recommended to try short positions at high prices [43] - Cotton prices are supported by the increase in new - cotton costs. The short - term price increase is a rebound with limited space. Wait and see for now [44] - Sugar prices are under pressure due to sufficient international supply. In China, the focus is on the new - season production estimate [45] - Apple prices are relatively strong. High - quality apples have stable prices, but low - quality apples may face inventory pressure [46] - Wood prices are weak. Low inventory provides strong support. Wait and see for now [47] - Pulp prices may oscillate in a bottom - range. The supply is relatively loose, and the demand is average [48] Group 11: Financial Products - A - share stocks oscillated and sorted. The macro - level uncertainty is reduced, but funds are still cautious. Focus on technology - growth sectors for asset allocation [49] - Treasury futures rose across the board. The Fed's policy direction is uncertain, and the domestic bond market is in a repair stage [50]

Core Insights - Brazilian soybean export prices to China have surged by 79.9% since the beginning of the year, reaching the highest premium level in seven years, leading Chinese buyers to collectively suspend purchases for December and January shipments [1] - The current low feed prices have allowed many pig farming enterprises to operate at a slight profit, but a significant increase in feed prices could exacerbate losses in the pig farming industry [1] - The future price of imported soybeans remains uncertain, influenced by China's preparedness to handle price fluctuations and the ongoing US-China trade tensions, with 42 million tons of unsold soybeans currently in US warehouses [1] Price Dynamics - The increase in Brazilian soybean prices is attributed to four main factors: 1. Tightening supply due to adverse weather conditions affecting 1.2 million hectares of planting area, raising concerns about a 5%-8% reduction in the new season's soybean yield [4] 2. Logistical constraints with a 60% year-on-year increase in expected soybean exports from southeastern Brazilian ports, leading to a 45-day wait time for shipments [4] 3. Speculative trading by Brazilian exporters taking advantage of concentrated Chinese import channels to raise prices [4] 4. China's import structure, with 80% of its soybean imports coming from Brazil in the first nine months of 2025, enhancing Brazil's pricing power [4] Domestic Impact - Domestic soybean crushing enterprises are facing significant cost pressures, and if soybean prices continue to rise, feed prices are likely to increase correspondingly [6] - The average price of pig feed in China has remained low this year, between 2.59-2.79 yuan per kilogram, significantly lower than the average over the past five years, allowing some pig enterprises to maintain profitability [6] Strategic Responses - China has implemented a multi-faceted strategy to address rising soybean prices, including: 1. Sufficient reserves, with 4.5 million tons of soybean reserves available to meet over three months of consumption needs [8] 2. Diversified import channels, including significant purchases from Argentina and potential supplies from Russia and Ukraine [8] 3. Ongoing technical advancements to reduce soybean meal usage in feed, aiming to lower the proportion from 15.3% to 12% by 2027 [8] Future Considerations - Two key variables will influence future soybean prices: 1. The timing of the new season's soybean harvest in Brazil, which could lead to increased supply and potential price declines [11] 2. Progress in US-China trade negotiations, which could allow for the resumption of US soybean imports, potentially impacting Brazilian soybean prices [11] - China, as the world's largest soybean importer, has shifted its import strategy to mitigate risks and enhance its bargaining power in international soybean trade [11] Industry Events - The pig farming industry is facing challenges due to fluctuating feed prices and competition, necessitating ongoing cost-reduction strategies [13] - An upcoming conference in November 2025 aims to address industry challenges and promote efficiency and cost management in pig farming [13]