Report Industry Investment Ratings No relevant content provided. Core Views of the Report - For the bond market, due to the stable macro - data but weak recovery momentum, it is expected that there will be no trend - based market, and caution is advised [6][7]. - Regarding the stock index market, although the domestic economic recovery momentum is weak, the low valuation of domestic assets and the resilience of the Chinese economy make the long - term performance of Chinese equity assets promising, and going long on stock index futures is considered [9][10]. - In the precious metals market, the long - term bullish trend of precious metals is expected to continue, and going long on gold futures is considered [11][12]. - For the steel market, the short - term strength of steel futures may continue, but the long - term demand and over - capacity issues remain, and investors can wait for short - selling opportunities after the rebound [13]. - In the iron ore market, the supply - demand pattern is marginally weakening, but the short - term strength may continue, and investors can look for low - level buying opportunities [15]. - For the coal and coke market, the short - term strength may continue, and investors can wait for medium - term short - selling opportunities [16]. - In the iron alloy market, the short - term supply may be in excess, and investors can consider long - buying opportunities in the low - level support range if the spot losses continue to expand [18][19]. - For the energy market, the oil price is under pressure, and short - selling opportunities for the crude oil and fuel oil main contracts are worth paying attention to [20][23][25]. - In the rubber market, synthetic rubber can wait for the market to stabilize and then participate in the rebound, while natural rubber is expected to be in a relatively strong oscillation, and medium - term long - buying opportunities can be focused on [26][27][30]. - For the chemical product market, PVC, PTA, and other products are expected to be in a short - term oscillation, and investors need to pay attention to cost changes and control risks [31][39][40]. - In the agricultural product market, different products have different trends. For example, soybean meal can consider long - buying opportunities after adjustment, while cotton is recommended to be observed [58][64][66]. Summary by Related Catalogs Treasury Bonds - The previous trading day saw a full - line decline in treasury bond futures. The central bank conducted 170.7 billion yuan of 7 - day reverse repurchase operations, with a net withdrawal of 5.55 billion yuan. The 7 - month LPR remained stable. The "Housing Rental Regulations" will be implemented on September 15, 2025 [5]. - The macro - economic recovery momentum needs to be strengthened, and the treasury bond yield is at a relatively low level. It is expected that there will be no trend - based market, and caution is advised [6][7]. Stock Index - The previous trading day, stock index futures showed mixed trends. The housing policy in Chengdu was relaxed, and the electricity consumption data in June was released [8][9]. - Although the domestic economic recovery momentum is weak, the low valuation of domestic assets and the resilience of the Chinese economy make the long - term performance of Chinese equity assets promising, and going long on stock index futures is considered [9][10]. Precious Metals - The previous trading day, gold and silver futures showed different trends. The long - term bullish trend of precious metals is expected to continue due to factors such as the complex global trade and financial environment and the possible Fed rate cut, and going long on gold futures is considered [11][12]. Steel (Rebar, Hot - Rolled Coil) - The previous trading day, rebar and hot - rolled coil futures rose significantly. The policy triggered the expectation of supply contraction, but the real - estate downturn and over - capacity still suppress the price. The short - term strength may continue, and investors can wait for short - selling opportunities after the rebound [13]. Iron Ore - The previous trading day, iron ore futures rose significantly. Policy expectations boosted the price, but the supply - demand pattern is marginally weakening. The short - term strength may continue, and investors can look for low - level buying opportunities [15]. Coal and Coke (Coking Coal, Coke) - The previous trading day, coking coal and coke futures continued to rise. Policy expectations led to supply contraction expectations, but the actual supply may increase. The short - term strength may continue, and investors can wait for medium - term short - selling opportunities [16]. Iron Alloys - The previous trading day, manganese silicon and silicon iron futures rose. The supply of manganese ore is expected to be disturbed, and the supply of iron alloys is in excess in the short term. If the spot losses continue to expand, long - buying opportunities in the low - level support range can be considered [18][19]. Crude Oil - The previous trading day, INE crude oil oscillated upward. The decrease in the number of active oil rigs in the US supported the oil price, but factors such as the reduction of net long positions by fund managers and EU sanctions on Russia restricted the oil price. Short - selling opportunities for the main contract are worth paying attention to [20][21][23]. Fuel Oil - The previous trading day, fuel oil opened higher and oscillated, blocked by the 60 - day moving average. The influx of fuel oil from the Middle East and Russia and trade frictions are negative for the price. Short - selling opportunities for the main contract are worth paying attention to [24][25]. Synthetic Rubber - The previous trading day, synthetic rubber rose. The raw material price decreased, and the supply - demand is short - term loose. Wait for the market to stabilize and then participate in the rebound [26][27]. Natural Rubber - The previous trading day, natural rubber rose. It is expected to be in a relatively strong oscillation. The supply is affected by rainfall, and the demand of tire enterprises is mixed. Medium - term long - buying opportunities can be focused on [29][30]. PVC - The previous trading day, PVC rose. The supply - demand pattern is still in excess, but the downward space is limited. It is expected to be in a relatively strong oscillation [31][34]. Urea - The previous trading day, urea rose. The short - term market is in a narrow - range fluctuation, waiting for policy and demand implementation. It is considered to be bullish in the medium term [35][37]. PX - The previous trading day, PX rose. The short - term supply - demand balance is in a tight pattern, and the cost support is insufficient. It is in a short - term oscillation adjustment, and investors need to be cautious and pay attention to cost changes [38]. PTA - The previous trading day, PTA rose. The supply increased, the demand weakened, and the cost support was slightly insufficient. It is expected to be in a short - term oscillatory and pressured operation, but the lower support is strong. Interval participation is considered, and attention should be paid to the low - level rebound of processing fees [39][40]. Ethylene Glycol - The previous trading day, ethylene glycol rose. The supply pressure is relieved, the inventory is at a low level, and the lower support is strong. Interval participation is the main strategy, and attention should be paid to port inventory and imports [41]. Short - Fiber - The previous trading day, short - fiber rose. The short - term fundamental driving force is insufficient, and it may follow the cost to oscillate. Caution is advised when looking at the repair space of processing differentials, and attention should be paid to cost changes and device production cuts [42]. Bottle - Chip - The previous trading day, bottle - chip rose. The device maintenance increased, the inventory decreased, and it is expected to follow the cost to oscillate. Risk control is necessary [43]. Soda Ash - The previous trading day, soda ash rose. The short - term market is in a narrow - range fluctuation, and the price may rise slightly. The long - term supply - demand pattern is in excess, and rational treatment is recommended [44][45]. Glass - The previous trading day, glass rose. Affected by the macro - sentiment and some enterprises' price increases, the overall disk rose. Attention should be paid to the Politburo meeting at the end of the month [46]. Caustic Soda - The previous trading day, caustic soda rose. The supply is expected to be relatively sufficient, and the demand has limited positive support. It is expected to be in a narrow - range oscillation and is easily affected by macro - sentiment [47][48]. Pulp - The previous trading day, pulp rose. The supply has an expansion tendency, the downstream demand is weak, and the market is in a weak operation [49][50]. Lithium Carbonate - The previous trading day, lithium carbonate rose. The supply - demand pattern has not changed, and the inventory is high. It is recommended to observe more and take less action and control risks [51]. Copper - The previous trading day, copper rose significantly. The spot supply is tight, and the price is expected to continue to rise. Going long on the main contract is considered [52][53][54]. Tin - The previous trading day, tin rose. The ore supply is tight, and the inventory is decreasing. It is expected to be in a relatively strong oscillation [55]. Nickel - The previous trading day, nickel rose. The fundamental supply is in excess, and it is expected to oscillate [56]. Soybean Meal and Soybean Oil - The previous trading day, soybean meal rose, and soybean oil fell. The supply of soybeans is relatively loose, and the cost support is strong. After the adjustment of soybean meal, long - buying opportunities in the support range can be considered, and call option opportunities in the support range after the decline of soybean oil can be considered [57][58]. Palm Oil - The previous trading day, palm oil fell. The export data is mediocre, and the inventory is high. Considering the opportunity to widen the spread between rapeseed oil and palm oil [59][61]. Rapeseed Meal and Rapeseed Oil - The previous trading day, rapeseed - related products showed certain trends. The domestic inventory situation is different, and the opportunity to go long on rapeseed - related products is considered [62][63]. Cotton - The previous trading day, cotton showed a decline. The global supply - demand is in a loose expectation, and the short - term is following the overall commodity rebound. The July supply - demand report is negative. It is recommended to observe [64][65][66]. Sugar - The previous trading day, sugar oscillated. The domestic inventory is low, the import volume is high, and the short - term valuation is neutral after basis repair. It is recommended to observe [67][68]. Apple - The previous trading day, apple futures oscillated. The expected production reduction is disproven, and there is a slight increase in production. Pay attention to short - selling opportunities at high prices [70][71]. Live Pigs - No new and distinct content different from palm oil is provided. The same palm oil - related information is repeated, so no new summary is made here. Eggs - Similar to rapeseed meal and rapeseed oil, the opportunity to go long on rapeseed - related products is considered [74][75]. Corn and Corn Starch - The previous trading day, corn and corn starch rose. The domestic corn supply - demand is approaching balance, and the consumption is warming up. It is recommended to observe, while corn starch follows the corn market [76][77]. Logs - The previous trading day, logs rose. The supply increased, the inventory slightly increased, and the price was adjusted. It is expected to be in an oscillation adjustment before the first delivery, and the main 09 and far - month contracts are affected by positive sentiment [78][80].

Report Industry Investment Ratings No relevant content provided. Core Views - The overall view is that different futures products have different market trends and investment suggestions. For some products like government bonds, it is expected that there will be no trend - style market, and caution is advised; for stock index futures, long - term performance of Chinese equity assets is optimistic, and going long on stock index futures is considered; for precious metals, the long - term bull market trend is expected to continue, and going long on gold futures is considered [5][8][10]. Summary by Product Government Bonds - Last trading day, most government bond futures closed down. The 30 - year, 10 - year, and 5 - year main contracts declined, while the 2 - year main contract remained flat. The central bank conducted 187.5 billion yuan of 7 - day reverse repurchase operations, with a net injection of 102.8 billion yuan. The macro - economic recovery momentum needs to be strengthened, and the government bond yield is at a relatively low level. It is expected that there will be no trend - style market, and caution is advised [5]. Stock Index - Last trading day, stock index futures showed mixed results. The Yarlung Zangbo River downstream hydropower project started, with a total investment of about 12 trillion yuan. From January to June 2025, the number of newly - established foreign - invested enterprises increased, but the actual use of foreign capital decreased. Although the domestic economic recovery momentum is weak, the low valuation of domestic assets and the resilience of the Chinese economy make the long - term performance of Chinese equity assets promising, and going long on stock index futures is considered [7][8]. Precious Metals - Last trading day, gold and silver main contracts rose. The US consumer confidence index showed an upward trend. The complex global trade and financial environment, the "de - globalization" and "de - dollarization" trends, and the gold - buying behavior of central banks support the precious metals market. If the US economic growth slows down, the Fed may cut interest rates, providing new upward momentum for gold. The long - term bull market trend of precious metals is expected to continue, and going long on gold futures is considered [10]. Steel Products (Rebar, Hot - rolled Coil) - Last trading day, rebar and hot - rolled coil futures rose slightly. The important meeting at the beginning of the month triggered expectations of supply contraction, but the downward trend of the real estate industry and over - capacity still suppress the prices. The market is in the off - season, and the price rebound space may be limited. Technically, the short - term may remain strong. Investors can wait for the right opportunity to short after the rebound [12]. Iron Ore - Last trading day, iron ore futures rose slightly. Policy expectations boosted the black - series commodities. The iron water daily output declined, the supply increased after April, and the port inventory is close to last year's level. The supply - demand pattern has weakened marginally, and the valuation is relatively high. Technically, the short - term may remain strong. Investors can look for low - level buying opportunities and take profit in time [14]. Coking Coal and Coke - Last trading day, coking coal and coke futures continued to rise. The important meeting at the beginning of the month triggered expectations of supply contraction. The coal mine operating rate in the main production areas is rising, and the over - capacity may lead to an increase in supply. The steel mill's iron water output is falling, and the procurement intention is weak. The cost support of coke is effective. Technically, the short - term may remain strong. Investors can wait for the right opportunity to short in the medium - term [16]. Ferroalloys - Last trading day, manganese silicon and silicon iron main contracts rose. The manganese ore supply from Gabon decreased, and the Australian ore supply increased. The port manganese ore inventory rose slightly. The iron alloy output increased at a low level, and the demand is weak, with high inventory. In the off - season, the short - term demand has peaked, and the supply is in excess, with pressure on prices. If the spot loss continues to expand, low - level out - of - the - money call options can be considered [18]. Crude Oil - Last trading day, INE crude oil rose significantly without fundamental support. The CFTC data showed that fund managers reduced their net long positions. The number of US oil and gas rigs increased, and the EU approved a new round of sanctions against Russia. The decline in US oil rigs provides some support for oil prices, but the reduction in net long positions and trade frictions restrict the upward movement. Shorting opportunities for the main crude oil contract can be considered [20][21]. Fuel Oil - Last trading day, fuel oil rose significantly. The Asian high - sulfur fuel oil spot spread reached a nearly three - year low, with sufficient supply and weak demand. The low - sulfur fuel oil market may have some downward space in the short - term, with expected supply increase and sufficient inventory. Shorting opportunities for the main fuel oil contract can be considered [23][24]. Synthetic Rubber - Last trading day, the synthetic rubber main contract rose. The raw material price declined, and the processing profit became positive. The supply - demand is short - term loose. Wait for the market to stabilize and then participate in the rebound [26]. Natural Rubber - Last trading day, natural rubber main contracts rose. It is expected that the natural rubber market will maintain a strong - side oscillation next week. The supply may increase due to less rainfall in the production areas, and the cost support weakens. The demand from tire enterprises is mixed, and the inventory has slightly decreased. Mid - term long - buying opportunities can be considered [29]. PVC - Last trading day, the PVC main contract declined slightly. The supply - demand imbalance continues, but the downward space is limited. The industry's promotion of stable growth in the petrochemical industry may drive the market. The supply decreased last week, the demand from downstream enterprises is weak, and the export is affected by India's rainy season and tariffs. The cost and profit are mainly affected by raw materials, and the profit has improved. The market is expected to oscillate strongly [31]. Urea - Last trading day, the urea main contract rose slightly. The short - term domestic urea market will fluctuate narrowly. The supply is expected to remain high, the agricultural demand is limited, and the industrial demand increases slowly. The inventory is higher than expected. It is expected to oscillate in the short - term and be bullish in the medium - term [34]. PX - Last trading day, the PX2509 main contract rose. The PX load declined, and some refineries had maintenance or load - reduction. The import volume increased in May 2025. The rise in European diesel prices and the rebound of oil prices support the market, but the supply - demand balance is tight in the short - term, and the cost support may be insufficient. Short - term oscillation adjustment is expected, and cautious participation is recommended [36]. PTA - Last trading day, the PTA2509 main contract rose. The supply load increased, and the demand from the polyester industry decreased. The profit is concentrated upstream, and the processing fee is under pressure but has rebounded recently. There may be more unexpected maintenance in the future, with strong support below. Interval participation is recommended, and attention should be paid to the opportunity of expanding the processing fee [38]. Ethylene Glycol - Last trading day, the ethylene glycol main contract rose. The overall operating load increased, and some plants had maintenance. The inventory in the East China main port decreased. The demand from the polyester industry declined. The short - term supply pressure has been relieved, with support below. Cautious attitude towards the downside space is recommended, and interval participation is mainly suggested, paying attention to port inventory and import changes [39]. Short - fiber - Last trading day, the short - fiber 2509 main contract rose. The supply load decreased, the demand from the downstream is weak, and the inventory is accumulating. The cost of PTA and ethylene glycol oscillates, with insufficient short - term drivers. Some plants have production cut, and the processing fee is gradually repairing. It is expected to oscillate following the cost, and cautious attitude towards the repair space of the processing difference is recommended [41]. Bottle - chip - Last trading day, the bottle - chip 2509 main contract rose. Recently, more bottle - chip plants had maintenance, and the load declined. The downstream soft - drink consumption is recovering, and the export is growing. The raw material price oscillates, and the inventory is reducing, with support for the market. It is expected to oscillate following the cost [42]. Soda Ash - Last trading day, the soda ash 2509 main contract closed flat. Some plants' loads changed. The production was stable at a high level, and the inventory increased. The downstream demand is stable, with flexible transactions. In the short - term, the market is expected to oscillate and adjust. In the long - term, the supply - demand imbalance is difficult to improve, and the downstream glass industry has limited support. Rational attitude is recommended, and excessive chasing or shorting is not advisable [43]. Glass - Last trading day, the glass 2509 main contract declined slightly. The number of in - production lines remained low. The market sentiment in different regions is different, and the downstream demand is mainly for rigid needs. The overall market is driven by macro - sentiment and some enterprises' price increases, with some replenishment by the middle and lower reaches. Attention should be paid to the Politburo meeting at the end of the month [45]. Caustic Soda - Last trading day, the caustic soda 2509 main contract declined slightly. The production of large - scale caustic soda enterprises increased last week, and the supply is expected to increase next week. The non - aluminum downstream is cautious in purchasing, and the supply - demand difference is positive. The inventory increased, and the capacity utilization ratio in different regions changed. The price of alumina may continue to oscillate strongly in the short - term. The overall market is expected to oscillate narrowly [46]. Pulp - Last trading day, the pulp 2509 main contract rose. The supply is expected to expand, and a new pulp factory will be put into operation in 2026. The downstream product output declined, and the demand in the off - season is weak. The supply pressure increases due to the expected arrival of Brazilian shipments. The port inventory is high, and the market confidence is suppressed. The price of raw pulp oscillates, and the downstream demand is weak. The overall pulp price is expected to oscillate and adjust [48]. Lithium Carbonate - Last trading day, the lithium carbonate main contract rose. The concerns about the supply side due to mining license issues have pushed up the price, but the supply - demand pattern remains unchanged. The supply is strong, the production intention of refineries is high, and the consumption has improved, but the inventory is high and still increasing. The impact of supply - side sentiment is greater than the actual situation, and more observation and less action are recommended [50]. Copper - Last trading day, Shanghai copper rebounded slightly. The US tariff on copper will be implemented on August 1st, which led to the return of refined copper to China and depressed the price. After the decline, the price stabilized and rebounded. Long - buying opportunities for the Shanghai copper main contract can be considered [51]. Tin - Last trading day, Shanghai tin oscillated. The supply from the mine end is tight, but the expectation of tin mine resumption in the fourth quarter has increased. The domestic processing fee is low, and the smelter's operating rate is below normal. The export from Indonesia has recovered, but the overall supply is still short. The consumption in the traditional field is in the off - season. The inventory at home and abroad is decreasing, and the price is expected to oscillate strongly [54]. Nickel - Last trading day, Shanghai nickel rose. The price of the mine end has weakened due to the pressure from the stainless - steel industry. The downstream nickel - iron plants are in losses, and some plants in Indonesia have shut down for maintenance. The stainless - steel market is strong in the futures but weak in the spot. The consumption is weak, and there is pressure above. The inventory in China is relatively high, and the primary nickel market is in excess [55]. Soybean Products (Soybean Meal, Soybean Oil) - Last trading day, soybean meal and soybean oil main contracts rose. The domestic soybean arrival volume is high, and the oil - mill's profit is low, with sufficient supply in the future. The increase in Brazilian soybean import cost provides support. The oil - mill's inventory of soybean meal and soybean oil increased. The consumption of soybean oil may be affected by the slowdown of catering growth, while the feed demand for soybean meal is expected to increase slightly. For soybean meal, long - buying opportunities at the support level after adjustment can be considered; for soybean oil, call - option opportunities at the support level after the decline can be considered [56]. Palm Oil - Malaysian palm oil prices rose for the third consecutive week. The export volume of Malaysian palm oil products decreased in the first 15 days of July. The biodiesel consumption in Indonesia increased, and the palm oil tax revenue is expected to support the biodiesel quota plan. The domestic palm oil inventory is at a medium - high level in the past 7 years. The opportunity of expanding the spread between rapeseed oil and palm oil can be considered [58]. Rapeseed Meal and Rapeseed Oil - Canadian rapeseed slightly strengthened. The import volume of rapeseed oil and rapeseed meal in China decreased in May 2025. The inventory of rapeseed, rapeseed meal, and rapeseed oil in China decreased. Long - buying opportunities for rapeseed products can be considered [61]. Cotton - Last trading day, domestic Zhengzhou cotton rebounded to a new high. The US Department of Agriculture's July supply - demand report showed an increase in the global and US cotton production and ending inventory. The domestic cotton sowing area increased in 2025, and the output is expected to increase. The global supply - demand is expected to be loose, and the short - term cotton price rebounds with the overall commodity market. The 7 - month supply - demand report is bearish. The domestic industry is in the off - season, and the downstream inventory is accumulating. It is recommended to wait and see [62]. Sugar - Last trading day, domestic Zhengzhou sugar oscillated. The Brazilian sugar production is expected to decrease. The import volume of sugar in China increased in June but decreased from January to June. The sugar production in the key central - southern region of Brazil decreased more than expected in the second half of June. The domestic inventory is low, and the import volume is high. After the short - term basis repair, the valuation is neutral. It is recommended to wait and see [66]. Apple - Last trading day, domestic apple futures oscillated. The expectation of apple production reduction has been falsified, and the production is expected to increase slightly in the 2025 - 2026 season. The inventory in the main production areas decreased. The main contract represents the new - year purchase price. Short - selling opportunities at high prices can be considered [69]. Pig - The national average price of pigs decreased yesterday. The northern market was strong on the weekend, with the support of farmers' supply reduction, second - fattening, and seasonal consumption. The central region increased the supply, and the price decreased slightly. The southern market rose, with the support of the typhoon, farmers' reluctance to sell, and second - fattening. The short - term southern market may still have a small upward space, but attention should be paid to the supply rhythm [70]. Eggs - Last trading day, the average price of eggs in the main production and sales areas rose. The cost per catty of eggs decreased slightly, and the profit is still in losses. The inventory of laying hens increased in June and is expected to continue to increase in July. The supply is expected to increase year - on - year in July, and it is in the consumption off - season. The supply pressure in October may be relieved. The 9 - 10 reverse - spread strategy can be considered [72]. Corn and Corn Starch - Last trading day, corn and corn starch main contracts rose. The market is worried about the impact of high - temperature on US corn growth. The domestic corn supply - demand is approaching balance, and the consumption is recovering. The port inventory has decreased rapidly, and the inventory pressure has been relieved. The import may increase in the future, and the central - reserve corn auction has a net sales. The upward movement may face pressure, and waiting and seeing is recommended. Corn starch has weak supply and demand, high inventory, and follows the corn market [75]. Logs - Last trading day, the main log contract rose. The number of expected arrival ships of New Zealand logs in 18 ports increased in the 27th week of 2025, and the arrival volume increased significantly. The cost factors are mixed. The domestic log inventory has been decreasing, and the radiation - pine inventory has decreased rapidly. The price of radiation - pine logs in the port is stable. Before the first delivery, the market is expected to oscillate and adjust. The delivery situation has a positive impact on the main 09 and far - month contracts, but the price of standard products has not increased significantly [78].

Summary of Key Points from Conference Call Records Industry Overview - The records primarily discuss the **Chinese economy** and its **export-import dynamics** in the context of global trade, particularly focusing on the impact of U.S.-China tariffs and the overall economic performance in 2025. Core Insights and Arguments 1. **Export Performance**: In June 2025, China's exports showed a short-term strength with a year-on-year growth of **5.8%**, and a quarterly growth of **6.2%**. This was attributed to the easing of U.S.-China tariffs, although a decline in growth is expected post-August 2025 [1][3][6]. 2. **Import Dynamics**: Imports turned positive in June with a year-on-year growth of **1.1%**, driven by rising oil prices. The trade surplus expanded to **$114.77 billion**, marking the second-highest level of the year [1][4]. 3. **Sector-Specific Trends**: - **Consumer Goods**: Rapid recovery in consumer goods exports due to tariff easing. - **Semiconductors**: Steady improvement in the semiconductor and electronics sectors. - **Automotive Sector**: A cooling trend in automotive and parts exports, contributing only **0.7 percentage points** to overall export growth, influenced by U.S. tariffs and EU policies [1][7]. 4. **Economic Growth Contributions**: In the first half of 2025, net exports contributed **1.6 percentage points** to GDP growth, with a notable contribution of **1.2 percentage points** in Q2 [1][8]. 5. **Challenges Ahead**: The second half of 2025 is expected to face significant challenges due to uncertainties in the global tariff environment, particularly with the U.S. initiating new tariffs and the potential end of the tariff easing period [1][9][16]. 6. **Investment Trends**: Fixed asset investment saw a decline of **0.1%** in June, marking the first negative growth since 2022, with real estate development investment dropping by **12.9%** [3][12][13]. 7. **Consumer Spending**: Retail sales growth slowed to **4.8%** in June, with durable goods related to real estate maintaining high growth rates, particularly in automobiles and home appliances [3][11]. 8. **Monetary and Fiscal Policy Outlook**: Anticipated monetary easing and fiscal measures to stimulate demand and stabilize the economy, especially if export declines accelerate post-August [10][17]. Additional Important Insights 1. **Tariff Environment**: The uncertainty surrounding global tariffs, especially from the U.S., poses a risk to China's export outlook, particularly in the automotive sector [6][9]. 2. **Real Estate Market**: The real estate market continues to struggle, with significant declines in sales and prices, indicating a need for more robust policy support [14][22]. 3. **Labor Market and Inflation**: The U.S. labor market shows signs of improvement, which may influence inflation expectations and subsequently affect China's monetary policy decisions [26][28]. 4. **Urbanization Strategy**: The central urbanization strategy emphasizes a shift from rapid growth to stable development, focusing on quality improvements rather than quantity [23][25]. This summary encapsulates the critical points from the conference call records, highlighting the current state and future outlook of the Chinese economy and its trade dynamics.

Investment Ratings - The report does not explicitly provide investment ratings for the industries discussed. Core Insights - The copper market shows a mixed outlook with a slight increase in LME copper prices by 1.36% to $9,794.50 per ton, while domestic prices slightly decreased. The supply side indicates a decrease in copper inventory, but downstream demand remains cautious due to price fluctuations [2][15]. - The aluminum market is experiencing seasonal weakness, with LME aluminum prices up by 1.38% to $2,638.00 per ton, but overall demand remains low, and inventory levels are fluctuating [3][16]. - The gold market is influenced by geopolitical tensions, with COMEX gold prices slightly increasing by 0.01% to $3,355.50 per ounce, reflecting a growing short-term safe-haven appeal [4][17]. - The rare earth sector is seeing price recovery due to tightening supply expectations and increasing demand, particularly with significant investments from companies like MP Materials [5][39]. - The antimony market is stabilizing, with prices holding steady as domestic smelting operations face reductions, and new regulations may boost demand [5][40]. - The molybdenum market is showing upward momentum with low inventory levels and increasing demand from the steel sector, indicating a positive outlook for prices [6][41]. Summary by Sections 1. Base and Precious Metals Market Overview - Copper prices increased slightly, but downstream demand is cautious due to price volatility. The operating rate for copper rod enterprises rose to 77.22% [2][15]. - Aluminum prices increased, but the overall demand remains weak, with a notable decrease in operating rates in the aluminum processing industry [3][16]. - Gold prices are influenced by international trade tensions, enhancing its appeal as a safe-haven asset [4][17]. 2. Rare Metals and Rare Earth Market Overview - The rare earth market is experiencing upward price trends due to supply tightening and increasing demand, with significant investments from major companies [5][39]. - Antimony prices are stabilizing, with expectations of recovery in exports and new regulations potentially boosting demand [5][40]. - Molybdenum prices are expected to rise due to low inventory levels and increasing demand from the steel industry [6][41]. 3. Small Metals and Rare Earth Fundamentals Update - The rare earth sector is projected to benefit from supply constraints and increasing demand, with a favorable regulatory environment [5][39]. - The antimony market is stabilizing, with potential for price recovery due to reduced domestic production and regulatory changes [5][40]. - Molybdenum prices are expected to rise as demand from the steel sector increases and inventory levels remain low [6][41].

ETF Industry News - The three major indices collectively rose, with the non-ferrous metal sector ETFs showing significant gains, particularly the Rare Metals ETF (561800.SH) which increased by 4.12%, Rare Metals ETF (159608.SZ) by 3.98%, and the Rare Earth ETF (159715.SZ) by 3.97. The electric equipment sector saw declines in multiple ETFs, with the Photovoltaic ETF Index Fund (159618.SZ) down by 0.87% [1] - According to CICC, limited marginal supply growth, along with improved export and domestic demand expectations, may drive a rebound in domestic rare earth prices. The global rare earth supply landscape is undergoing profound restructuring due to de-globalization, which may lead to a revaluation of domestic rare earth and magnetic material companies, as well as related overseas companies [1] Bond ETF Market - The scale of domestic bond ETFs has surpassed 481 billion yuan, reaching a record high of 481.057 billion yuan as of July 17. Year-to-date, bond ETFs have attracted a net inflow of 244.574 billion yuan, marking a 176.7% increase. The rapid growth of benchmark credit bonds has been followed by the recent launch of 10 science and technology innovation bond ETFs, resulting in a single-day net inflow of 49.4 billion yuan, setting a new record for bond ETFs [2] Market Overview - On July 18, the three major indices rose collectively, with the Shanghai Composite Index up by 0.5% to close at 3534.48 points, the Shenzhen Component Index up by 0.37% to 10913.84 points, and the ChiNext Index up by 0.34% to 2277.15 points. The Hang Seng Index, CSI 300, and CSI 800 also performed well, with daily increases of 1.33%, 0.6%, and 0.51% respectively [3] Sector Performance - In the performance of various sectors, non-ferrous metals, basic chemicals, and steel ranked highest with daily increases of 2.1%, 1.36%, and 1.34% respectively. Conversely, media, electronics, and light manufacturing sectors lagged behind with declines of -0.98%, -0.49%, and -0.41% respectively. Over the past five trading days, communication, pharmaceutical biology, and automotive sectors led with increases of 7.56%, 4.0%, and 3.28% respectively [6] ETF Market Performance - The overall performance of ETFs showed that cross-border ETFs had the best average daily increase of 0.70%, while money market ETFs had the worst performance with an average daily change of 0.00% [8] - The top-performing ETFs today included the Rare Metals ETF (561800.SH), Rare Metals ETF (159608.SZ), and Rare Earth ETF (159715.SZ), with daily returns of 4.12%, 3.98%, and 3.97% respectively [10] Trading Volume of Different ETF Categories - The top three ETFs by trading volume in the stock category were the A500 ETF Fund (512050.SH) with a trading volume of 3.628 billion yuan, the Sci-Tech 50 ETF (588000.SH) with 3.052 billion yuan, and the CSI 300 ETF (510300.SH) with 2.941 billion yuan [13]

Introduction - The current global environment is characterized by a "chaotic period" as the old order is being disrupted and the new order is not yet clear [3][11] - The recommended asset allocation strategy is a "global barbell strategy" that is anti-fragile and based on an all-weather approach [3][11] 2025H1 Overseas Asset Market Review - The narrative of American exceptionalism is fading, facing three major challenges: the emergence of Deepseek affecting US-China tech narratives, concerns over fiscal tightening due to Musk's Doge initiative, and uncertainties from tariff policies [3][12] - Non-US assets have generally outperformed US assets in the first half of 2025 [12] Winning Probability - Global growth is expected to slow down in the second half of 2025, with the growth momentum between the US and non-US regions likely to converge [15] - Factors causing marginal changes include policy uncertainty damaging market confidence and delayed expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts [24] - The overall economic headwinds for the US may ease compared to the first half of the year, but recession risks remain [44] Odds - US assets are currently overvalued compared to non-US assets, indicating asymmetric risks [5][45] - The implied risk pricing for US assets does not adequately reflect the potential for recession, suggesting a need for caution [45][46] Outlook for 2025H2: Global Asset Allocation - The global asset allocation should still follow the anti-fragile "barbell strategy," focusing on three core contradictions: de-globalization, debt cycles, and AI industry trends [72][75] - The strategy involves investing in a majority of low-risk assets while allocating a smaller portion to high-risk, high-reward assets [75] - Specific recommendations include over-allocating to Chinese government bonds and emerging markets in Southeast Asia, while maintaining a cautious stance on US equities due to potential volatility [75][88][104]

Group 1 - The long-term bullish trend for precious metals is expected to continue due to complex global trade and financial environments, with significant uncertainty surrounding tariffs and a trend towards "de-dollarization" benefiting gold's value as a hedge [1] - The recent increase in U.S. retail sales by 0.6% in June, surpassing the previous month's -0.9% and market expectations of 0.1%, indicates economic resilience, which may suppress gold prices but still shows resistance [2] - The uncertainty in U.S. economic policies remains high, with the index at historical peaks, impacting global markets and increasing demand for precious metals as a strategic asset [2] Group 2 - The recent rise in the U.S. dollar and bond yields has led to some weakness in the gold market, but strong buying interest has emerged during price dips, indicating smart money positioning [3] - The divergence between rising U.S. Treasury yields and gold prices suggests significant market disagreement regarding the Federal Reserve's policy direction [3]

1. Report Industry Investment Ratings No relevant content provided. 2. Core Views of the Report - The long - term bullish trend of precious metals is expected to continue, and it is advisable to consider going long on gold futures [10]. - China's equity assets are still promising in the long - term, and it is advisable to consider going long on stock index futures [8]. - For most commodities, the market situation is complex, and different trading strategies should be adopted according to the specific fundamentals of each commodity, such as waiting for opportunities to short, going long at low positions, or temporarily observing. 3. Summary by Commodity 3.1 Fixed - Income Products - **Treasury Bonds**: The previous trading day saw most treasury bond futures close higher. The current macro - economic recovery momentum needs strengthening, and the monetary policy is expected to remain loose. It is expected that there will be no trending market, and caution should be maintained [5][6]. 3.2 Equity - Related Products - **Stock Index Futures**: The previous trading day saw mixed performance in stock index futures. The domestic economic situation is stable, but the recovery momentum is weak. However, due to the low valuation of domestic assets and the resilience of the Chinese economy, the long - term performance of Chinese equity assets is optimistic, and it is advisable to consider going long on stock index futures [7][8][9]. 3.3 Precious Metals - **Precious Metals**: The previous trading day saw a slight decline in the closing price of the gold main contract and a slight increase in the silver main contract. The current global trade and financial environment is complex, and factors such as "de - globalization" and "de - dollarization" are beneficial to the allocation and hedging value of gold. The long - term bullish trend of precious metals is expected to continue, and it is advisable to consider going long on gold futures [10][11]. 3.4 Base Metals - **Copper**: The previous trading day saw Shanghai copper fluctuate slightly. The US imposing additional tariffs on copper has been confirmed, which has put downward pressure on Shanghai copper prices. After the decline, the price has gradually stabilized. It is advisable to temporarily observe the main contract of Shanghai copper [57][58]. - **Tin**: The previous trading day saw Shanghai tin fluctuate. The supply of tin ore is tight, and the consumption situation is good. The inventory at home and abroad is showing a downward trend. Overall, the supply is still in short supply [59]. - **Nickel**: The previous trading day saw Shanghai nickel rise. The price of the ore end has weakened, and the actual consumption is still not optimistic. The refined nickel is still in an oversupply situation, and the nickel price is expected to fluctuate [60]. 3.5 Ferrous Metals - **Rebar and Hot - Rolled Coil**: The previous trading day saw a slight rebound in rebar and hot - rolled coil futures. Although the important meeting at the beginning of the month has triggered expectations of supply contraction, the downward trend of the real estate industry and over - capacity are still suppressing the price. The price rebound space may be limited. It is advisable for investors to wait patiently for shorting opportunities after the rebound and set appropriate stop - profits [12][13]. - **Iron Ore**: The previous trading day saw a slight increase in iron ore futures. Policy expectations have boosted the price, but the supply - demand pattern has weakened marginally. The price valuation is relatively high. Technically, it may continue to be strong in the short - term. It is advisable for investors to pay attention to buying opportunities at low positions and set stop - profits in time [15]. - **Coking Coal and Coke**: The previous trading day saw a late - session rally in coking coal and coke futures. The important meeting at the beginning of the month has triggered expectations of supply contraction, but in reality, the coal mine start - up rate is rising, and the steel mill's procurement willingness is not strong. Technically, it may break through the previous high and continue to rise. It is advisable for investors to wait patiently for appropriate mid - term shorting entry points and set stop - profits in time [17][18]. - **Ferroalloys**: The previous trading day saw the manganese - silicon and silicon - iron main contracts close higher. The supply of ferroalloys is still high, and the demand is weak. After entering the off - season, the short - term demand has peaked, and the overall price is under pressure. If the spot losses continue to expand recently, it is advisable to consider low - value out - of - the - money call options [20]. 3.6 Energy Products - **Crude Oil**: The previous trading day saw INE crude oil open low and close high, supported by the 10 - day moving average. The decline in US active rig counts and summer oil demand support oil prices, but tariff frictions and sanctions against Russia still restrict oil prices. It is advisable to temporarily observe the main contract of crude oil [21][22][23]. - **Fuel Oil**: The previous trading day saw fuel oil rise and then fall, showing a weak trend. The supply of fuel oil in Asia is abundant, and trade frictions are intensifying, which is negative for fuel oil prices. It is advisable to pay attention to shorting opportunities in the main contract of fuel oil [24][25][27]. 3.7 Chemical Products - **Synthetic Rubber**: The previous trading day saw the synthetic rubber main contract close higher. The raw material price has fallen, and the operating profit has turned positive. The supply - demand situation is short - term loose. It is advisable to wait for the market to stabilize and then participate in the rebound [28][29]. - **Natural Rubber**: The previous trading day saw the natural rubber main contract and 20 - rubber main contract close higher. It is expected that the natural rubber market will maintain a relatively strong oscillation next week. It is advisable to pay attention to mid - term long - position opportunities [30][31]. - **PVC**: The previous trading day saw the PVC main contract close slightly higher. The current PVC market still has an oversupply situation, but the room for further decline is limited, and it may enter a bottom - oscillation stage [32][33][36]. - **Urea**: The previous trading day saw the urea main contract close higher. The short - term domestic urea market will fluctuate narrowly, waiting for the implementation of policies and demand. It is advisable to treat it as oscillating in the short - term and bullish in the medium - term [37][38]. - **Para - Xylene (PX)**: The previous trading day saw the PX2509 main contract rise. The short - term supply - demand balance of PX remains tight, but the support from crude oil costs is slightly insufficient. It is advisable to participate cautiously, pay attention to the changes in crude oil costs, and control risks [39][40]. - **PTA**: The previous trading day saw the PTA2509 main contract rise. The short - term supply of PTA increases, the demand weakens, and the cost support from crude oil is slightly insufficient. However, the processing fee of PTA has dropped to a low level, and subsequent production cuts may increase. It is advisable to participate within a range and pay attention to the opportunity to expand the processing fee when it is low [41]. - **Ethylene Glycol**: The previous trading day saw the ethylene glycol main contract rise. The supply pressure has been relieved recently, and the inventory has decreased and is at a low level. It is advisable to be cautious about the downward space and participate within a range, paying attention to port inventory and import changes [42][43]. - **Short - Fiber**: The previous trading day saw the short - fiber 2509 main contract fluctuate and adjust. The short - term fundamentals of short - fiber lack driving forces, and some factories have cut production. The processing fee is gradually recovering. It is advisable to be cautious about the space for the repair of the processing spread and pay attention to cost changes and the intensity of plant production cuts [44]. - **Bottle Chips**: The previous trading day saw the bottle chips 2509 main contract rise. Recently, the raw material price has fluctuated, and the support is slightly insufficient. The number of bottle chip plant overhauls has increased, and the inventory has decreased. It is expected that the market will follow the cost - end oscillation. It is advisable to participate cautiously and pay attention to cost price changes [45][46]. - **Soda Ash**: The previous trading day saw the main 2509 contract of soda ash close higher. The short - term soda ash market is expected to oscillate and adjust. In the long - term, the oversupply situation is difficult to alleviate. It is advisable to be rational and not over - pursue high prices or short [47]. - **Glass**: The previous trading day saw the main 2509 contract of glass close higher. The actual supply - demand fundamentals have no obvious driving forces. The price increase yesterday was mainly due to the pull of the energy sector such as coking coal, and it is expected to rebound in the short - term [48][49]. - **Caustic Soda**: The previous trading day saw the main 2509 contract of caustic soda close lower. The short - term price may have some support, but the overall positive support is still relatively limited [50][51]. - **Pulp**: The previous trading day saw the main 2509 contract of pulp close higher. The supply of pulp still tends to expand, and the demand in the market is weak. The overall pulp price is expected to fluctuate and adjust [53]. - **Lithium Carbonate**: The previous trading day saw the lithium carbonate main contract close higher. Although there are expectations of supply - side reforms and production cuts by enterprises, the supply - demand pattern has not changed, and the inventory remains high. It is not advisable for investors to chase high prices [55][56]. 3.8 Agricultural Products - **Soybean Oil and Soybean Meal**: The previous trading day saw soybean oil and soybean meal futures close higher. The domestic soybean supply is relatively loose, and the import cost has increased. It is advisable to consider long - position opportunities in the low - support range for soybean meal after adjustment, and for soybean oil, consider call option opportunities in the support range after the price decline [61][62]. - **Palm Oil**: The previous trading day saw the Malaysian palm oil futures close lower. The export data of Malaysian palm oil in July 1 - 15 was weak, and the domestic palm oil inventory has increased. It is advisable to consider the opportunity to widen the spread between rapeseed oil and palm oil [63][64]. - **Rapeseed Meal and Rapeseed Oil**: The previous trading day saw the Canadian rapeseed futures close higher. The domestic rapeseed, rapeseed meal, and rapeseed oil are all in the process of destocking. It is advisable to consider long - position opportunities in rapeseed products [65][66]. - **Cotton**: The previous trading day saw domestic Zheng cotton rebound to a new high. The US Department of Agriculture's July report raised the estimates of US cotton production and global inventory. The global supply - demand is expected to remain loose, and it is advisable to observe [67][68][70]. - **Sugar**: The previous trading day saw domestic Zheng sugar fluctuate. The production forecast in Brazil has been lowered. The domestic inventory is low, and the supply - demand contradiction is not sharp. It is advisable to observe [71][72]. - **Apples**: The previous trading day saw domestic apple futures rise slightly. The expected production reduction has been falsified, and the national apple production is expected to increase slightly. It is advisable to pay attention to short - selling opportunities when the price is high [73][75][76]. - **Hogs**: The previous trading day saw the main contract of hogs close lower. The short - term price is expected to be stable with narrow adjustments. In the middle of the month, the group - farm slaughter volume has recovered, and the demand in the summer off - season is still weak. It is advisable to hold previous short positions [77][78]. - **Eggs**: The previous trading day saw the main contract of eggs close lower. The supply of eggs in July is expected to continue to increase year - on - year. It is advisable to consider a 9 - 10 reverse spread [79][80]. - **Corn and Starch**: The previous trading day saw the corn main contract and the corn starch main contract close higher. The domestic corn supply - demand is approaching balance, and the consumption is warming up. The inventory pressure has decreased. It is advisable to observe. The production and demand of corn starch are both weak, and it mainly follows the corn market [81][82]. 3.9 Logs - **Logs**: The previous trading day saw the main 2509 contract of logs close higher. It is expected to oscillate and adjust before the first delivery. The main 09 and far - month contracts are mainly influenced by positive sentiment, but the actual quoted price of standard products has not increased significantly [83][86].

Report Industry Investment Ratings - No specific industry investment ratings are provided in the report. Core Views - The report analyzes various futures markets, including bonds, stocks, precious metals, steel, energy, and agricultural products. It provides insights into market trends, supply - demand dynamics, and price movements, and offers corresponding investment strategies for each market [5][8][10]. Summary by Category Bonds - **Market Performance**: On the previous trading day, most bond futures closed down, with the 30 - year, 10 - year, and 5 - year contracts falling, and the 2 - year contract rising. The central bank conducted 520.1 billion yuan of reverse repurchase operations, resulting in a net injection of 444.6 billion yuan [5]. - **Policy and Economy**: The State Council's executive meeting focused on strengthening domestic circulation, and the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference emphasized expanding domestic demand. The macro - economic recovery momentum needs to be strengthened, and monetary policy is expected to remain loose [5][6]. - **Investment Strategy**: It is expected that there will be no trend - following market, and caution is advised [7]. Stocks - **Market Performance**: On the previous trading day, stock index futures showed mixed results, with the CSI 300 and SSE 50 futures falling, and the CSI 500 and CSI 1000 futures rising [8]. - **Investment Strategy**: The long - term performance of Chinese equity assets is still optimistic, and it is advisable to consider going long on stock index futures [8][9]. Precious Metals - **Market Performance**: On the previous trading day, gold and silver futures closed down. The US PPI data in June was lower than expected [10]. - **Investment Strategy**: The long - term bull market trend of precious metals is expected to continue, and it is advisable to consider going long on gold futures [10][11]. Steel (Ribbed Bars and Hot - Rolled Coils) - **Market Performance**: On the previous trading day, ribbed bar and hot - rolled coil futures declined slightly. The spot prices of steel products were reported at certain ranges [12]. - **Supply - Demand**: The important meeting at the beginning of the month led to expectations of supply contraction, but the real - estate downturn and over - capacity still suppress prices. The market is in the off - season, and the price rebound space is limited [12]. - **Investment Strategy**: Investors can wait for short - selling opportunities after the rebound, take profits in a timely manner, and pay attention to position management. Light - position participation is recommended [12][13]. Iron Ore - **Market Performance**: On the previous trading day, iron ore futures rose slightly. The spot prices of iron ore were reported [14]. - **Supply - Demand**: Policy expectations boosted prices, but the supply - demand pattern has weakened marginally. The price valuation is relatively high, and the short - term trend may turn to shock consolidation [14]. - **Investment Strategy**: Investors can look for low - buying opportunities, take profits on rebounds, and pay attention to position management. Light - position participation is recommended [14][15]. Coking Coal and Coke - **Market Performance**: On the previous trading day, coking coal and coke futures declined slightly [16]. - **Supply - Demand**: The meeting at the beginning of the month led to supply contraction expectations, but the actual supply is increasing. The demand for coke is weak, but cost support exists [16]. - **Investment Strategy**: Investors can wait for medium - term short - selling opportunities, take profits in a timely manner, and pay attention to position management. Light - position participation is recommended [16][17]. Ferroalloys - **Market Performance**: On the previous trading day, manganese - silicon and silicon - iron futures declined. The spot prices of ferroalloys were reported [18]. - **Supply - Demand**: The demand for ferroalloys has peaked in the short term, and the supply is still high. The price is under pressure, but the cost support is strengthening [18]. - **Investment Strategy**: If the spot losses continue to expand, investors can consider low - value call options [18][19]. Crude Oil - **Market Performance**: On the previous trading day, INE crude oil opened lower and fluctuated, supported by the 10 - day moving average [20]. - **Supply - Demand**: The decrease in US active rigs and summer oil demand support prices, but tariff frictions and sanctions on Russia restrict price increases [21]. - **Investment Strategy**: Pay attention to short - selling opportunities for the main crude oil contract [22]. Fuel Oil - **Market Performance**: On the previous trading day, fuel oil fluctuated upward after a continuous decline [23]. - **Supply - Demand**: The supply of fuel oil is sufficient, the spot discount has widened, and trade frictions are negative for prices [24]. - **Investment Strategy**: Pay attention to short - selling opportunities for the main fuel oil contract [25]. Synthetic Rubber - **Market Performance**: On the previous trading day, synthetic rubber futures declined. The spot price in Shandong remained stable [26]. - **Supply - Demand**: The raw material cost has decreased, and the supply - demand is short - term loose. Wait for the market to stabilize before participating in the rebound [26]. - **Investment Strategy**: Wait for the market to stabilize and then participate in the rebound [26][27]. Natural Rubber - **Market Performance**: On the previous trading day, natural rubber futures rose. The Shanghai spot price remained stable [28]. - **Supply - Demand**: The supply has increased, the cost support has weakened, and the demand is mixed. The inventory has decreased slightly [28]. - **Investment Strategy**: The market may be in a strong - side shock, and consider medium - term long - buying opportunities [28][29]. PVC - **Market Performance**: On the previous trading day, PVC futures declined. The spot price decreased, and the basis remained stable [30]. - **Supply - Demand**: The supply is excessive, the demand is weak, and the export is affected. The cost has decreased, and the profit has improved [30]. - **Investment Strategy**: The market is in the bottom - shock stage [30][33]. Urea - **Market Performance**: On the previous trading day, urea futures declined slightly. The spot price in Shandong remained stable [34]. - **Supply - Demand**: The supply is at a high level, the demand is limited, and the inventory is higher than expected [34]. - **Investment Strategy**: The short - term market is in shock, and a medium - term bullish view is recommended [34][35]. PX - **Market Performance**: On the previous trading day, the PX2509 contract fluctuated and adjusted. The PXN and PX - MX spreads were reported [36]. - **Supply - Demand**: The supply - demand balance is tight in the short term, but the cost support from crude oil is insufficient [36]. - **Investment Strategy**: Participate cautiously, pay attention to crude oil price changes, and control risks [36]. PTA - **Market Performance**: On the previous trading day, the PTA2509 contract declined. The spot price and basis rate were reported [37]. - **Supply - Demand**: The supply has increased, the demand has weakened, and the cost support from crude oil is insufficient. The processing fee is at a low level, and future production cuts may increase [37]. - **Investment Strategy**: Participate in the range, look for opportunities to expand the processing fee at low levels, and control risks [37]. Ethylene Glycol - **Market Performance**: On the previous trading day, ethylene glycol futures rose. The supply, inventory, and demand data were reported [38]. - **Supply - Demand**: The supply pressure has been relieved, the inventory is at a low level, and there is support below [38]. - **Investment Strategy**: Participate in the range, pay attention to port inventory and import changes [38]. Short - Fiber - **Market Performance**: On the previous trading day, the short - fiber 2509 contract declined. The supply, demand, and cost data were reported [39]. - **Supply - Demand**: The short - term fundamental drive is insufficient, some factories are reducing production, and the processing fee is gradually recovering [39]. - **Investment Strategy**: The short - fiber may fluctuate with the cost. Be cautious about the processing - difference recovery space, pay attention to cost changes and production - cut efforts, and control risks [39]. Bottle Chips - **Market Performance**: On the previous trading day, the bottle - chip 2509 contract declined. The cost, supply, and demand data were reported [40]. - **Supply - Demand**: The raw material price support is insufficient, the supply has decreased due to more maintenance, and the demand is improving [40]. - **Investment Strategy**: Participate cautiously, pay attention to raw material price changes [40]. Soda Ash - **Market Performance**: On the previous trading day, the main 2509 contract of soda ash declined. The production and inventory data were reported [41]. - **Supply - Demand**: The supply is at a high level, the demand is general, and the long - term supply - demand imbalance is difficult to improve. The market hopes for macro - news support [41]. - **Investment Strategy**: The price is in a weak - stable shock [41]. Glass - **Market Performance**: On the previous trading day, the main 2509 contract of glass declined. The production and market situation data were reported [42][43]. - **Supply - Demand**: The actual supply - demand contradiction is not prominent, and the market sentiment is weak. The price may rebound in the short term due to cost support [43]. - **Investment Strategy**: The price may rebound in the short term [43]. Caustic Soda - **Market Performance**: On the previous trading day, the main 2509 contract of caustic soda declined. The production, inventory, and profit data were reported [44]. - **Supply - Demand**: The production is increasing, the inventory is decreasing, and the market is affected by alumina price and supply. The overall support is limited [44][46]. - **Investment Strategy**: The short - term support is available, but the overall support is limited [44][46]. Pulp - **Market Performance**: On the previous trading day, the main 2509 contract of pulp rose slightly. The supply, demand, and price data were reported [47][48]. - **Supply - Demand**: The supply is expanding, the demand is weak, and the market is in the off - season. The price is expected to fluctuate and adjust [48]. - **Investment Strategy**: The price is expected to fluctuate and adjust [48]. Lithium Carbonate - **Market Performance**: On the previous trading day, lithium carbonate futures rose. The market sentiment has improved [50]. - **Supply - Demand**: The supply - demand pattern has not changed, the supply is strong, the consumption has improved, but the inventory is high. The price is difficult to reverse without large - scale capacity reduction [51]. - **Investment Strategy**: Investors should not chase the high price [51]. Copper - **Market Performance**: On the previous trading day, Shanghai copper fluctuated slightly, supported by the 60 - day moving average. The spot price was reported [52]. - **Supply - Demand**: The US tariff on copper has been implemented, which has led to the return of refined copper and depressed the price. The price is expected to stabilize [52]. - **Investment Strategy**: Short - term long - buying for the main Shanghai copper contract [52][53]. Tin - **Market Performance**: On the previous trading day, Shanghai tin fluctuated and declined. The supply and demand data were reported [53]. - **Supply - Demand**: The supply is tight, the consumption is good, and the inventory is decreasing. The price is expected to be strong - side shock [53][54]. - **Investment Strategy**: The price is expected to be strong - side shock [54]. Nickel - **Market Performance**: On the previous trading day, Shanghai nickel declined. The supply and demand data were reported [55]. - **Supply - Demand**: The consumption expectation is good, but the actual consumption is weak, and the inventory is relatively high. The price is expected to fluctuate [55]. - **Investment Strategy**: The price is expected to fluctuate [55]. Soybean Oil and Soybean Meal - **Market Performance**: On the previous trading day, soybean meal and soybean oil futures rose. The spot prices were reported [56]. - **Supply - Demand**: The US soybean good - rate has increased, the domestic soybean arrival is high, the oil - mill profit is low, and the demand is mixed [56]. - **Investment Strategy**: Consider long - buying opportunities for soybean meal at low levels; consider call options for soybean oil after the price decline [56][57]. Palm Oil - **Market Performance**: Malaysian palm oil rose, following the trend of soybean oil futures. The export and inventory data were reported [58]. - **Supply - Demand**: The export has decreased, the inventory has increased, and the domestic inventory is at a medium - high level [58]. - **Investment Strategy**: Consider expanding the spread between rapeseed oil and palm oil [58][59]. Rapeseed Meal and Rapeseed Oil - **Market Performance**: Canadian rapeseed declined. The import and inventory data were reported [60]. - **Supply - Demand**: The import has decreased, and the inventory is at a high level [60]. - **Investment Strategy**: Consider long - buying opportunities for the ratio of rapeseed oil to rapeseed meal [60][61]. Cotton - **Market Performance**: On the previous trading day, domestic cotton futures rebounded. The US and domestic supply - demand data were reported [62][63]. - **Supply - Demand**: The global supply - demand is expected to be loose, the domestic industry is in the off - season, and the downstream inventory is increasing [63]. - **Investment Strategy**: Consider short - selling at high prices [63][65]. Sugar - **Market Performance**: On the previous trading day, domestic sugar futures fluctuated. The Brazilian and Indian production and inventory data were reported [66]. - **Supply - Demand**: The Brazilian production increase expectation has decreased, and the domestic supply - demand contradiction is not sharp [66]. - **Investment Strategy**: The price is in the range - shock stage, and it is advisable to wait and see [66][67]. Apple - **Market Performance**: On the previous trading day, domestic apple futures rose slightly. The production and inventory data were reported [68][69]. - **Supply - Demand**: The production reduction expectation has been falsified, and the production is expected to increase slightly [68][69]. - **Investment Strategy**: Consider short - selling at high prices [68][70]. Live Pigs - **Market Performance**: The national average price of live pigs declined. The regional price trends and supply - demand data were reported [71]. - **Supply - Demand**: The supply is increasing, the demand is weak in the off - season, and the price is expected to be stable with a narrow adjustment [71][73]. - **Investment Strategy**: Hold previous short positions and pay attention to the weight - reduction in the south [71][74]. Eggs - **Market Performance**: The average price of eggs in the main production and sales areas rose. The production and inventory data were reported [75]. - **Supply - Demand**: The supply is increasing, the demand is weak in the off - season, and the price may be under pressure in the short term [75][76]. - **Investment Strategy**: Consider the 9 - 10 reverse spread [75][76]. Corn and Corn Starch - **Market Performance**: On the previous trading day, corn and corn - starch futures declined. The spot prices and inventory data were reported [77]. - **Supply - Demand**: The domestic supply - demand is approaching balance, the consumption is recovering, the inventory pressure is decreasing, and the import may increase [77][78]. - **Investment Strategy**: Wait and see for corn; corn starch follows the corn market [77][78]. Logs - **Market Performance**: On the previous trading day, the main 2509 contract of logs rose. The cost, supply, and demand data were reported [79][80]. - **Supply - Demand**: The overseas export willingness has decreased, the domestic inventory is decreasing, and the price is expected to fluctuate and adjust before the first delivery [80][81]. - **Investment Strategy**: The price is expected to fluctuate and adjust before the first delivery [81].

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the transition period between the old and new global order, emphasizing the need for a "global barbell strategy" for asset allocation in response to the current chaotic environment. It highlights that the key to success in the second half of 2025 lies in understanding the win rates for Chinese assets and the odds for U.S. assets [3][11]. Group 1: 2025H1 Overseas Asset Market Review - The narrative of American exceptionalism is fading, challenged by three main factors: the emergence of Deepseek affecting U.S.-China tech narratives, concerns over U.S. fiscal tightening led by Musk's Doge initiative, and the introduction of reciprocal tariffs increasing uncertainty around U.S. dollar hegemony [3][12]. - Non-U.S. assets outperformed U.S. assets in the first half of 2025, indicating a shift in market dynamics [12]. Group 2: Win Rates - Global growth is expected to slow down in the second half of 2025, with the growth momentum between the U.S. and non-U.S. regions likely to converge [15]. - The introduction of tariffs and the subsequent easing of these measures have led to a shift in market expectations regarding U.S. economic performance, with potential recession risks still looming [19][44]. Group 3: Odds - U.S. assets are currently overvalued compared to non-U.S. assets, indicating asymmetric risks that investors should be cautious of [5][45]. - The article warns that the pricing of U.S. assets does not adequately reflect the risks of a potential recession, suggesting that the market is underestimating the structural risks associated with U.S. economic policies [46][94]. Group 4: Outlook for 2025H2 - The global asset allocation strategy should continue to focus on the "global barbell strategy," which balances low-risk assets with high-risk, high-reward investments [72][75]. - The article identifies three core contradictions driving the new investment paradigm: rising anti-globalization, debt cycle misalignment, and the accelerating trend of AI industries [9][72]. - Specific asset classes recommended include Chinese government bonds, gold, and equities from emerging markets, particularly in Southeast Asia, which are expected to benefit from the ongoing global economic shifts [88][104].