Export Performance - In October 2025, China's exports totaled $305.35 billion, a year-on-year decline of 1.1%, significantly lower than the expected increase of 3.2%[2] - The decline in export growth is attributed to a high base effect from the previous year and calendar effects, with one less working day in October 2025 compared to October 2024[4] - Major contributors to export growth included integrated circuits and automobiles, while labor-intensive products saw a negative contribution, with a 14.8% year-on-year decline in seven key labor-intensive products[14] Import Trends - Imports in October 2025 reached $215.28 billion, with a year-on-year growth of 1.0%, below the expected 4.1%[2] - The decline in export growth negatively impacted the import of related raw materials and intermediate goods, with semiconductor imports showing strong demand, growing by 29.6%[20] - The import price of major commodities increased, with iron ore and copper prices rising by 8.8% and 22.2% respectively[20] Trade Balance - The trade surplus for October 2025 was $90.07 billion, slightly down from the previous month's surplus of $90.45 billion[2] - The combined export share from the US, EU, and ASEAN accounted for 43.3% of total exports, while Latin America and Africa contributed 13.7%[5] Future Outlook - The export growth for the remaining two months of the year is expected to be influenced by high base effects, but the overall positive export trend is anticipated to continue[24] - Emerging markets, particularly in Africa and Latin America, are expected to support export growth, with manufacturing PMIs in these regions remaining in the expansion zone[24] - A potential easing of trade tensions with the US, including a reduction in tariffs on certain products, may lead to a marginal recovery in exports to the US[24]

Group 1: Report Industry Investment Rating - Not provided in the content Group 2: Core Views of the Report - In October 2025, China's export growth rate decreased year - on - year and was lower than market expectations due to the high base from last year's "rush to export", fewer working days, and a significant increase in export prices. However, with the consensus reached in the Sino - US economic and trade consultations in Kuala Lumpur and the recovery of demand in Europe and the United States, future exports are expected to remain resilient, supported by the growth of re - exports to ASEAN and countries along the Belt and Road, as well as new export growth drivers such as automobiles and integrated circuits [2][8][21] - The import growth rate in October was lower than expected mainly because of the significant decline or increased decline of high - tech products like integrated circuits and consumer goods such as medicine and cosmetics [2][26] - Currently, the overall recovery of external demand for goods and the weak but improving domestic demand have led to a continuous small decline in the domestic trade surplus, which remains at a high level. In the future, with the recovery of overseas demand, exports are expected to be supported. Meanwhile, imports are expected to maintain low - level growth due to weak domestic demand, and net exports will continue to support the economy in the short term [3][31] Group 3: Summary by Relevant Catalogs 1. China's October Trade Volume Declined More than Expected - In October, the total trade volume (in US dollars) was $520.632 billion, a year - on - year decrease of 0.3% and a decline of 8.2% from the previous value. ASEAN was the top trading partner with a trade volume of $85.75 billion, a year - on - year increase of 4.5% and a trade share of 16.47%. The trade shares with ASEAN, the United States, and Japan increased, while those with the EU, South Korea, and Taiwan (China) decreased [6] 2. Export Growth Rate Declined More than Expected - In October, exports were $305.353 billion, a year - on - year decrease of 1.1%, lower than the expected 3.0% and a decline of 9.4% from the previous value. ASEAN was the top export destination with an export volume of $53.3 billion, a year - on - year increase of 10.96%. The decline in exports to the United States continued to narrow. With the consensus reached in the Sino - US economic and trade consultations in Kuala Lumpur, future exports are expected to remain resilient [8] - In terms of export structure, except for a significant increase in the export share to ASEAN, the export share to the United States slightly increased, while those to the EU, Latin America, and Africa slightly decreased. The key support for the resilience of exports this year is that Chinese enterprises are actively exploring non - US markets, and there is an investment - export trade cycle with non - US economies [9] - In terms of export commodities, mechanical and electrical products accounted for the largest export amount, with a share of 62.3% and a year - on - year increase of 1.2%. The fastest - growing commodities were refined oil, fertilizer, automobiles, and ships, which were the main drivers of export growth [15] 3. Imports Declined More than Expected - In October, imports were $215.279 billion, a year - on - year increase of 1.0%, lower than the expected 3.2% and a decline of 6.4% from the previous value. ASEAN was the top import source with an import volume of $32.5 billion, a year - on - year decrease of 4.62%. The decline in imports was mainly due to the significant decline or increased decline of high - tech products and consumer goods [22][26] - In terms of import products, mechanical and electrical products accounted for the largest import amount, with a share of 41.16% and a year - on - year increase of 2.5%. The decline in imports was mainly due to the narrowing decline in import prices, which led to a decrease in import quantity [25][27] 4. Trade Surplus was Lower than Expected - In October, the trade surplus was $90.07 billion, a year - on - year decrease of 5.9%, lower than the expected $95.6 billion. The trade surplus was mainly due to exports being significantly lower than expected [29]

Export Data - From January to October 2025, China's goods trade exports increased by 5.3% year-on-year, while imports decreased by 0.9%, resulting in a trade surplus of $964.82 billion[1] - In October 2025, exports fell by 1.1% year-on-year, a significant decline of 9.4 percentage points compared to the previous month, while imports grew by 1.0%, down 6.4 percentage points from the previous month[1] - The trade surplus for October 2025 was $90.07 billion[1] Trade Partners - In October 2025, exports to the United States decreased by 25.2%, while imports fell by 22.8%, with total trade amounting to $45.08 billion, accounting for 8.7% of total trade[2] - Exports to ASEAN increased by 11.0% year-on-year, while imports decreased by 4.6%, with total trade reaching $85.75 billion, representing 16.5% of total trade[2] - Exports to the European Union rose by 0.9%, while imports increased by 4.0%, with total trade amounting to $66.03 billion, accounting for 12.7% of total trade[2] Product Performance - From January to October 2025, integrated circuits, general machinery, and ship exports grew by 23.7%, 20.5%, and 25.0% year-on-year, respectively[3] - High-tech product imports remained active, with semiconductor devices, integrated circuits, and automatic data processing equipment showing year-on-year growth rates of 3.3%, 9.0%, and 19.5% respectively[3] - Light industrial products, such as lamps, toys, and bags, saw export declines exceeding 10% year-on-year[3]

Core Insights - In October, China's exports (in USD) decreased by 1.1% year-on-year, indicating a decline in external demand [1] - Imports increased by 1%, suggesting a slight growth in domestic consumption [1] - The trade surplus for the month was reported at 900.7 billion USD, reflecting a significant balance in trade despite the drop in exports [1] Export Analysis - Year-on-year export decline of 1.1% indicates potential challenges in global trade dynamics [1] - The decrease in exports may impact sectors reliant on international markets [1] Import Analysis - A 1% increase in imports suggests resilience in domestic demand, which could benefit local industries [1] - The growth in imports may also reflect higher commodity prices or increased demand for foreign goods [1] Trade Balance - The trade surplus of 900.7 billion USD highlights China's continued position as a net exporter, despite the decline in exports [1] - The surplus may provide a buffer against economic fluctuations and support the currency [1]

Group 1 - Vietnam's imports in October increased by 16.8% year-on-year, while the forecast was 19.3% [1] - Exports in October also rose by 17.5% year-on-year, with a forecast of 19.5% [1]

Group 1: Report Industry Investment Rating - No relevant content provided Group 2: Core Views - For methanol, the current situation remains poor, with Iranian plant shutdowns slower than expected, high imports likely in November, difficult resolution of the 01 contract contradictions, expected resolution of port sanctions before the end of gas restrictions, difficult inventory reduction, limited upward momentum for methanol, and the downward space depending on the inland situation. Recent coal price increases do not affect profits [1] - For polyethylene, overall inventory is neutral, the 09 contract basis is around -110 in North China and -50 in East China, external markets in Europe, America, and Southeast Asia are stable, import profit is around -200 with no further increase for now, non - standard HD injection molding prices are stable, other price differences are volatile, LD is weakening, domestic linear production has decreased recently, and attention should be paid to LL - HD conversion and new device commissioning [6] - For PP, upstream and mid - stream inventories are decreasing, the basis is -60, non - standard price differences are neutral, import profit is around -700, export is good, PDH profit is around -400, propylene price is volatile, powder material operation rate is stable,拉丝 production ratio is neutral, future supply is expected to increase slightly, downstream orders are average, and attention should be paid to export volume and PDH device maintenance [6] - For PVC, the basis is maintained at 01 - 270, factory - delivery basis is -480, downstream operation rate is seasonally weakening, low - price inventory holding willingness is strong, mid - and upstream inventories are continuously accumulating, attention should be paid to new device commissioning and export sustainability in Q4, recent export orders have slightly decreased, coal sentiment is positive, and attention should be paid to export, coal price, housing sales, terminal orders, and operation rate [6] Group 3: Summary by Commodity Methanol - From October 30 to November 5, 2025, the power coal futures price remained at 801, while the prices of methanol in various regions showed different degrees of decline. The daily change on November 5 showed a 5 - unit increase in the Lunan converted - to - futures price and a 15 - unit increase in the main contract basis [1] Polyethylene (PE) - From October 30 to November 5, 2025, the price of Northeast Asian ethylene remained at 740 on some days, and the prices of various PE products in different regions generally declined. The daily change on November 5 showed a 20 - unit decrease in the North China LL price and a 65 - unit decrease in the main futures price, with a 60 - unit increase in the basis [6] Polypropylene (PP) - From October 30 to November 5, 2025, the prices of Shandong propylene and Northeast Asian propylene decreased, and the prices of various PP products in different regions also declined. The daily change on November 5 showed an 80 - unit decrease in the Shandong propylene price and a 69 - unit decrease in the main futures price [6] Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) - From October 30 to November 5, 2025, the price of Northwest calcium carbide decreased from 2500 to 2400, and the prices of various PVC products in different regions also declined. The daily change on November 5 showed a 50 - unit decrease in the Northwest calcium carbide price and a 30 - unit decrease in the calcium - carbide - based East China PVC price, with a 10 - unit increase in the basis [6]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating - The investment rating for the shipping and port industry is "Favorable", the same as the previous rating [2] 2. Core View of the Report - The overall throughput performance is stable, so the "Favorable" rating for the shipping and port sector is maintained [8] 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Overview: National Import - Export Volume and Cargo Throughput - **Import - Export Volume**: From January to September 2025, the national import - export volume reached 33.61 trillion yuan, a year - on - year increase of 4%. The national import volume was 13.66 trillion yuan, a year - on - year decrease of 0.2%, and the national export volume was 19.94 trillion yuan, a year - on - year increase of 7.1% [2][16] - **Cargo Throughput**: From January to September 2025, the cargo throughput of major coastal ports in China reached 86.57 billion tons, a year - on - year increase of 3.5%, and the foreign - trade cargo throughput of major coastal ports reached 37.54 billion tons, a year - on - year increase of 3.1% [3] 3.2 Container: Container Shipping Freight Rates and Container Throughput - **Container Shipping Freight Rates**: On October 31, 2025, CCFI closed at 1021.39 points, a year - on - year decrease of 25.25% and a month - on - month increase of 2.89%. SCFI closed at 1550.7 points, a year - on - year decrease of 29.04% and a month - on - month increase of 10.49% [4] - **Container Throughput**: From January to September 2025, the container throughput of major coastal ports in China reached 232.68 million TEUs, a year - on - year increase of 6.5%. The year - on - year growth rates of Qingdao, Shanghai, Ningbo - Zhoushan, and Shenzhen were 7.3%, 6.2%, 10%, and 5.4% respectively [4] 3.3 Liquid Bulk: Oil Shipping Freight Rates and Crude Oil Throughput - **Oil Shipping Freight Rates**: On October 31, 2025, BDTI closed at 1436 points, a year - on - year increase of 50.05% and a month - on - month increase of 14.33%. On October 30, 2025, the TCE of TD3C, TD25, and TD22 routes were 123,800, 62,600, and 89,700 US dollars per day respectively, with year - on - year growth rates of 295.89%, 82.4%, and 139.58% [5][6] - **Crude Oil Throughput**: From January to September 2025, the crude oil throughput of major crude oil receiving port enterprises reached 297 million tons, a year - on - year decrease of 2.88% [6] 3.4 Dry Bulk: Bulk Shipping Freight Rates and Iron Ore, Coal Throughput - **Bulk Shipping Freight Rates**: On October 31, 2025, BDI closed at 1966 points, a year - on - year increase of 42.67% and a month - on - month decrease of 1.26% [7] - **Iron Ore Throughput**: From January to September 2025, the iron ore throughput of major iron ore receiving port enterprises reached 1.044 billion tons, a year - on - year increase of 3.25% [7] - **Coal Throughput**: From January to September 2025, the coal throughput of major northern coal shipping port enterprises reached 515 million tons, a year - on - year increase of 0.29% [7] 3.5 Key Port Listed Companies' Monthly Throughput - **Shanghai International Port Group**: In September 2025, the cargo throughput was 52 million tons, a year - on - year increase of 11.72%, and the container throughput was 4.833 million TEUs, a year - on - year increase of 13.61% [76] - **Ningbo Port Co., Ltd.**: In September 2025, the cargo throughput was 105 million tons, a year - on - year increase of 16.42%, and the container throughput was 4.64 million TEUs, a year - on - year increase of 13.45% [76] - **China Merchants Port Holdings Co., Ltd.**: In September 2025, the container throughput of Pearl River Delta ports was 1.292 million TEUs, a year - on - year decrease of 15.5%, and the container throughput of overseas ports was 3.308 million TEUs, a year - on - year increase of 12.17% [76] - **Beibu Gulf Port Co., Ltd.**: In September 2025, the cargo throughput was 30 million tons, a year - on - year increase of 9.00%, and the container throughput was 842,500 TEUs, a year - on - year increase of 12.06% [76] - **Guangzhou Port Co., Ltd.**: In September 2025, the cargo throughput was 50 million tons, a year - on - year increase of 2.01%, and the container throughput was 2.255 million TEUs, a year - on - year increase of 7.38% [76]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the article highlights the significant growth in the import and export activities of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, with a total import and export value of 586.24 billion yuan from January to September 2025, representing a year-on-year increase of 12.7% [1] - The export value reached 345.156 billion yuan, showing a robust year-on-year growth of 21%, while the import value was 241.089 billion yuan, with a more modest growth of 2.5% [1] - The trade surplus for the same period was recorded at 104.067 billion yuan, indicating a strong positive balance in trade activities [1] Group 2 - The report referenced is titled "2026-2032 China Digital Trade Industry Competition Strategy Research and Future Outlook Report," published by Zhiyan Consulting, a leading industry consulting firm in China [1] - Zhiyan Consulting has been deeply engaged in industry research for over a decade, providing comprehensive industry research reports, business plans, feasibility studies, and customized services [1] - The firm emphasizes its professional approach, quality service, and keen market insights to deliver complete industry solutions that empower investment decisions [1]

Core Viewpoint - The analysis by Xun Yugen, Chief Economist at Guosen Securities, highlights that China's economy is showing steady progress and high-quality development, with a GDP growth of 4.8% year-on-year in Q3 2025, indicating resilience amid various challenges [1] Economic Performance - In Q3 2025, China's GDP reached 35.45 trillion yuan, with a year-on-year growth of 4.8% and a quarter-on-quarter increase of 1.1%, surpassing the global third-largest economy's total for the entire year of 2024 [1] - The GDP growth rate for the first three quarters of 2025 was 5.2%, exceeding the government's target of around 5% [1] New Productive Forces - The formation of new productive forces is accelerating, with high-quality development becoming more pronounced. The industrial capacity utilization rate rose to 74.6%, and the value added of high-tech manufacturing increased by 9.6% year-on-year [2] - Key industries such as integrated circuits, industrial robots, and new energy vehicles are experiencing rapid growth, contributing significantly to the economy [2] Domestic Demand and Consumption - Domestic consumption is increasingly becoming the main engine of economic growth, with retail sales of consumer goods growing by 4.5% year-on-year in the first three quarters, and final consumption expenditure contributing 53.5% to economic growth [3] - The trend towards green, intelligent, and health-oriented consumption is evident, with significant growth in sectors like home appliances and furniture [3] Trade and Exports - China's imports and exports have shown stable growth, with high-tech product exports increasing by 11.9% year-on-year in the first three quarters of 2025 [4] - The resilience of China's trade is supported by a diversified foreign trade market and the emergence of new business models such as cross-border e-commerce [4] Future Outlook - The fourth quarter is crucial for completing the annual economic goals and setting the stage for the next five-year plan. Continued recovery in the real economy is expected to support high-quality development [5] - With ongoing macroeconomic policies and reforms, China's economy is poised to maintain its momentum and contribute significantly to global economic recovery [5]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating - Not provided in the document 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - The market anticipates an escalation of the geopolitical conflict in Venezuela, causing crude oil prices to stop falling and rebound. Polyolefin registered warrants are at a historical high for the same period, suppressing the market, leading to a continuous reverse spread in polyolefin prices. During the seasonal peak season, downstream demand for polyolefins is weaker than in previous years. Against the backdrop of supply - side pressure and lackluster demand, polyolefins follow cost - side fluctuations [17][18]. - The predicted trading range for polyethylene (LL2601) this week is between 7200 - 7500, and for polypropylene (PP2601) is between 7000 - 7300. It is recommended to adopt a wait - and - see strategy [17]. 3. Summaries by Directory 3.1 Weekly Assessment and Strategy Recommendation - **Market Information**: There is an expectation of an escalation in the Venezuela geopolitical conflict, causing crude oil prices to rebound. In terms of valuation, the weekly increase in polyethylene is in the order of cost > futures > spot, while for polypropylene, it is futures > spot > cost. Last week, WTI crude oil rose by 0.39%, Brent crude oil by 1.10%, coal prices by 5.83%, methanol fell by - 2.58%, ethylene by - 3.26%, and propylene by - 3.30%, with propane remaining unchanged at 0.00%. Cost - side support still exists [15]. - **Supply - side**: PE capacity utilization is 80.98%, a - 1.91% week - on - week decrease but a 3.90% year - on - year increase and a - 4.39% decrease compared to the five - year average. PP capacity utilization is 75.30%, a - 2.55% week - on - week decrease, a - 0.66% year - on - year decrease, and an - 8.54% decrease compared to the five - year average. According to the production plan, polypropylene will face significant production pressure in the fourth quarter [15]. - **Import and Export**: In September, domestic PE imports were 1.0222 million tons, a 7.58% month - on - month increase but a - 10.04% year - on - year decrease. In August, PP imports were 177,400 tons, an 11.15% month - on - month increase and a - 6.18% year - on - year decrease. Import profits are decreasing, with a reduction in PE supplies from North America, easing import - side pressure. In September, PE exports were 99,200 tons, a - 14.48% month - on - month decrease but a 63.54% year - on - year increase. In August, PP exports were 208,200 tons, a - 16.82% month - on - month decrease but a 21.14% year - on - year increase. With the start of Christmas stockpiling, PP exports may remain at a high level year - on - year [16]. - **Demand - side**: The downstream operating rate of PE is 45.00%, a 0.18% week - on - week increase and a 0.11% year - on - year increase. The downstream operating rate of PP is 52.00%, a 0.29% week - on - week increase and a 0.37% year - on - year increase. During the seasonal peak season, downstream demand for polyolefins is weaker than in previous years [16]. - **Inventory**: PE production enterprise inventory is 514,600 tons, with a - 2.81% week - on - week reduction and a 2.02% increase compared to the same period last year; PE trader inventory is 50,000 tons, with a - 0.70% week - on - week reduction. PP production enterprise inventory is 638,500 tons, with a - 5.92% week - on - week reduction and a 12.69% increase compared to the same period last year; PP trader inventory is 220,000 tons, with a - 7.80% week - on - week reduction; PP port inventory is 66,800 tons, with a - 1.62% week - on - week reduction. Overall, PP inventory pressure is higher than that of PE [16]. 3.2 Spot and Futures Market - The report presents multiple charts related to the term structure, prices, basis, spreads, trading volume, open interest, and registered warrants of PE and PP, including the term structure of PE and PP, the prices of LLDPE and PP main contracts, the basis of LLDPE and PP main contracts, the 1 - 5 spreads of LLDPE and PP, the open interest of LLDPE and PP active contracts, and the registered warrants of LLDPE and PP contracts. It also mentions that South Korea's ethylene plant clearance policy may boost the long - term strengthening of the LL - PP spread [31][63]. 3.3 Cost - side - The report provides a series of charts showing the prices of various raw materials and related indicators, such as the prices of PE and PP in the spot and futures markets and their costs, WTI crude oil prices, thermal coal prices, naphtha prices, propane prices, gasoline crack spreads, P/N/C prices, LPG registered warrants, domestic LPG spot and futures prices and basis, Saudi CP prices, Far East FEI prices, domestic LPG supply - side composition, China's LPG production, China's crude oil processing volume, China's major refinery capacity utilization rate and gross profit, domestic LPG import dependence, China's LPG import source proportion, South China's LPG import profit, LPG arrival volume, China's LPG import volume, Panama Canal water level, Gatun Lake water level, LPG freight rates from the US and the Middle East to the Far East, LPG refinery and port storage ratios, China's LPG demand proportion, China's LPG chemical demand proportion, China's olefin LPG actual demand, MTBE and PDH production gross profit, capacity utilization rate and output, alkylation oil production gross profit, capacity utilization rate and output, US propane prices, production, inventory, exports, and product supply [73]. 3.4 Polyethylene Supply - side - **Raw Material Composition**: The raw materials for PE production are mainly oil - based (80.00%), followed by light hydrocarbon (12.00%), coal (5.00%), methanol (2.00%), and purchased ethylene (1.00%) [139]. - **Capacity and Production**: The report shows the annual changes in PE capacity, production, and capacity growth rate. In 2025, a total of 463 tons of polyethylene production capacity has been put into operation, with 40 tons yet to be put into operation [143][145]. - **Capacity Utilization and Maintenance**: The current PE capacity utilization rate is 80.98%, with a - 1.91% week - on - week decrease. The report also provides information on PE maintenance plans and the resulting production losses [15][147].