Core Viewpoint - Jiangsu Highhope International Group Corporation is convening its first extraordinary general meeting of shareholders in 2025 to discuss a proposal regarding its subsidiaries engaging in hedging activities and related transactions [1][2]. Group 1: Meeting Details - The meeting is scheduled for August 18, 2025, at 14:00 in Nanjing [2]. - The agenda includes voting on the proposal for subsidiaries to conduct hedging activities [2][3]. - Voting will be conducted through both on-site and online methods, with each share carrying one vote [2]. Group 2: Proposal Overview - The proposal involves subsidiaries Jiangsu Suhao Zhongjin Development Co., Ltd. and Jiangsu Suhao Zhongtian Holdings Co., Ltd. engaging in hedging through Hongye Futures Co., Ltd. [3][4]. - The hedging activities aim to mitigate risks associated with price fluctuations of raw materials and metals relevant to their operations [3][4]. - The maximum margin required for these hedging activities will not exceed 4% of the company's latest audited net assets [3]. Group 3: Transaction Details - The hedging will be conducted on domestic exchanges and will not involve overseas futures or derivatives [4]. - The authorization for these activities will be valid for 12 months from the date of approval by the shareholders [4][5]. - The funding for these transactions will come from the subsidiaries' own funds, avoiding the use of raised capital or bank loans [3]. Group 4: Approval Process - The proposal has been reviewed and approved by the Audit, Compliance, and Risk Control Committee, as well as the Independent Directors and the Supervisory Board [5][6]. - The committee believes that the hedging activities will enhance the company's risk management capabilities and are in the best interest of all shareholders [5][6]. Group 5: Related Party Transactions - Hongye Futures is a subsidiary of the controlling shareholder Suhao Holdings Group, establishing a related party relationship [6][7]. - The transaction is deemed to follow fair market principles and will not harm the interests of minority shareholders [6][10]. Group 6: Financial Impact and Accounting Treatment - The hedging activities are expected to support the company's operational stability without affecting its main business development [13]. - The company will adhere to relevant accounting standards for financial reporting related to these hedging activities [13].

■"稳预期 强信心 扩内需——期货行业在行动"（十三） 在当前"稳预期、强信心、扩内需"的政策背景下，期货市场正肩负起服务实体经济的新使命。近日，海 证期货董事长刘飚在接受中国证券报记者专访时表示，面对国际大宗商品价格剧烈波动和市场需求疲软 的双重挑战，期货市场通过价格发现、风险管理和资源配置三大功能，正成为实体企业经营的"稳定 器"。 价格波动订单不稳 期货市场"稳预期"正当时 今年以来国际形势变幻莫测，实体企业受影响较大。刘飚认为，实体企业面临的严峻挑战突出表现在两 个方面：首先是大宗商品价格剧烈波动成为常态。这使得企业面临着原材料、产成品较大的价格波动风 险，采购成本和销售价格的不确定性大幅上升，利润空间被挤压，甚至可能因价格剧烈波动而陷入亏损 境地。 其次，实体企业面临着需求疲软且订单不确定性的风险加大。国际经济形势不稳定导致全球市场需求萎 缩，海外订单减少，国内市场竞争也愈发激烈。企业不仅难以获得稳定的订单，而且订单的规模和利润 水平也受到影响。同时，订单不确定还使得企业在生产计划安排、原材料采购、资金筹备等方面面临诸 多困难，增加了企业的运营成本和经营风险。 "期货市场在'稳预期'方面发挥着至关重 ...

Core Viewpoint - The futures market is taking on a new mission to serve the real economy amid the current policy backdrop of "stabilizing expectations, strengthening confidence, and expanding domestic demand" [1] Group 1: Challenges Faced by Real Enterprises - Real enterprises are facing significant challenges due to the volatility of commodity prices, which has become a norm, leading to increased procurement costs and reduced profit margins [2] - Demand weakness and order uncertainty are also major risks, as global market demand shrinks and domestic competition intensifies, complicating production planning and increasing operational costs [2] Group 2: Role of Futures Market - The futures market plays a crucial role in stabilizing expectations through three core functions: price discovery, risk management, and resource allocation [3] - An example is provided where a company used futures contracts to hedge against the price volatility of lithium carbonate, ensuring stable production and timely delivery despite market fluctuations [3] Group 3: Difficulties in Utilizing Futures Tools - Basis risk is a primary difficulty for enterprises using futures tools for hedging, as the price movements of raw materials and finished products do not always align with futures prices [4] - Other challenges include funding pressures, a shortage of professional talent, and insufficient understanding of futures market rules and trading strategies [4] Group 4: Expectations from the Futures Industry - Enterprises expect more personalized and professional risk management solutions tailored to their specific industry characteristics and risk tolerance [5] - There is a demand for enhanced training and guidance on futures knowledge to improve understanding and capability within enterprises [5] - Innovation in service models and products is also anticipated, such as risk management contracts linked directly to spot market needs [6] Group 5: Innovations in Service Models - The introduction of innovative service models like rights-based trading and warehouse receipt swapping has been highlighted as a significant breakthrough to better meet the needs of real enterprises [7][8] - These models provide more flexible risk management solutions and enhance the collaboration between futures companies and enterprises [8] Group 6: Recommendations for Improving Futures Services - There are several identified bottlenecks in the futures market's service to the real economy, including credit risks from unregulated warehouses and limited coverage of spot products by risk subsidiaries [9] - Recommendations include increasing government oversight of social warehousing, focusing risk subsidiaries on specific commodity chains, and enhancing support for risk subsidiaries from industry associations [10][11]

今年以来国际形势变幻莫测，实体企业受影响较大。刘飚认为，实体企业面临的严峻挑战突出表现在两 个方面：首先是大宗商品价格剧烈波动成为常态。这使得企业面临着原材料、产成品较大的价格波动风 险，采购成本和销售价格的不确定性大幅上升，利润空间被挤压，甚至可能因价格剧烈波动而陷入亏损 境地。 其次，实体企业面临着需求疲软且订单不确定性的风险加大。国际经济形势不稳定导致全球市场需求萎 缩，海外订单减少，国内市场竞争也愈发激烈。企业不仅难以获得稳定的订单，而且订单的规模和利润 水平也受到影响。同时，订单不确定还使得企业在生产计划安排、原材料采购、资金筹备等方面面临诸 多困难，增加了企业的运营成本和经营风险。 "期货市场在'稳预期'方面发挥着至关重要的作用，这主要体现在价格发现、风险管理和资源配置三大 核心功能上。"刘飚以近期某新能源正极材料厂为例介绍说，2025年二季度，该企业与新能源电池厂签 订了2025年下半年供应电池正极材料的订单。根据签单时市场原材料价格及订单价格，该单仅有微薄利 润。然而，碳酸锂作为生产电池正极材料的关键原材料，价格波动较大，一旦碳酸锂价格上涨，该订单 就会面临亏损风险。考虑到这一情况，该企业在签 ...

当"反内卷"的风吹来，大宗商品市场算是"炸开了锅"，短短一个月，国内的碳酸锂期货飞速地坐了一轮过山车：主力合约从速度突破80000元/吨到暴跌至 67840元/吨（8月5日收盘价）。同样的，在现货市场，电池级碳酸锂均价从72,833元/吨的高点回落至70,833元/吨，工业级产品跌幅更达3.06%。这一波动直 接传导至氢氧化锂市场，芝商所氢氧化锂期货（LTH）远期曲线随之陡峭化上行，反映出市场对远期供需平衡的焦虑。 氢氧化锂期货近期走势 锂，作为现代工业的 "白色石油"，在全球能源转型和科技发展的浪潮中占据着举足轻重的地位。从电动汽车的动力电池到便携式电子设备的储能单元，锂 的身影无处不在，其市场表现牵动着众多行业的神经。面对如此复杂多变的市场环境，深入了解锂价格风险的应对策略以及准确把握锂市场的走势，对于相 关企业和投资者而言具有至关重要的现实意义。 缘何波动？"锂"由在哪？ 从供应端来看：从全球范围来看，锂矿的主要供应地包括澳大利亚、南美盐湖地区以及非洲部分新兴产区。2025 年一季度，澳大利亚 Greenbushes 锂精矿产 量 34.1 万吨，环比减少 13%，但同比仍增长 22%，销量更是同比翻倍 ...

Core Viewpoint - The company has successfully integrated financial tools such as futures and options into its operations to manage risks and enhance profitability in the coal chemical industry, particularly in urea and methanol production. Group 1: Company Overview - Anhui Jincheng Coal Chemical Co., Ltd. (referred to as the company) has evolved from Linquan Fertilizer Plant since its establishment in 1970, becoming a comprehensive coal chemical enterprise with a focus on fertilizers, chemicals, and power generation [1] - The company currently has a urea production capacity of 3.6 million tons and methanol production capacity of 700,000 tons [1] Group 2: Risk Management Strategies - The company has actively participated in national fertilizer reserve projects, taking on a task to store 50,000 tons of urea in Anhui for the 2023-2024 period [2] - In January 2024, the company anticipated a price drop in urea due to increased supply from national reserves and utilized futures contracts to hedge against potential losses [2][3] - The company sold 300 contracts of urea futures at an average price of 2,238 CNY/ton, effectively locking in the value of its inventory [2] Group 3: Financial Tool Utilization - The company has successfully implemented a combination of futures and options to enhance its financial strategies, with a focus on selling out-of-the-money call options to increase revenue without affecting hedging effectiveness [4][5] - In June 2024, the company generated additional income of 124,400 CNY through selling out-of-the-money call options [5] Group 4: Methanol Business and Arbitrage - The company has developed a unique risk management model for its methanol business, utilizing futures as the primary tool and options as a supplementary strategy [6] - In December 2024, the company executed an arbitrage operation by shipping methanol to Jiangsu, realizing a profit of 100 CNY/ton before the shipment even arrived at the port [6] Group 5: Industry Collaboration and Market Impact - The company aims to empower the entire industry chain by sharing its risk management experiences with upstream and downstream partners, enhancing overall market stability [8][9] - In November 2024, the company engaged in a hedging operation to lock in costs and mitigate risks during a downward price trend in the urea market [9] Group 6: Future Outlook - The company plans to focus on collaborative risk management, combining various financial tools, and responding quickly to market changes, aiming to enhance the profitability of the entire coal chemical industry [10]

Core Insights - The Dalian Commodity Exchange (DCE) has adapted its training programs to meet the specific needs of various industries, focusing on practical applications of futures and options in risk management [1][2][6] - Customized training has become a key feature, allowing companies to request specific content that addresses their unique challenges and operational contexts [2][5] - The DCE has expanded its training reach significantly, serving over 5,000 enterprises in 2024, with a focus on tailored, one-on-one training sessions for large companies [3][4] Customization of Content - DCE has shifted from a standard training menu to a more tailored approach, incorporating specific case studies and examples relevant to the participants' procurement cycles [2][5] - Feedback from companies has led to the inclusion of topics such as hedging accounting and delivery rules for iron ore, enhancing the relevance of the training [2][3] - The training now covers a broader range of topics, including basis trading and regulatory policies, addressing the multifaceted needs of the industry [2][6] Diversification of Training Methods - The DCE has moved away from large group lectures to more personalized training formats, allowing companies to "order" specific content based on their needs [2][3] - This shift has resulted in a more engaging and effective learning environment, with participants reporting improved training outcomes [3][4] Expansion of Collaboration - The DCE has developed a collaborative training ecosystem, partnering with various stakeholders, including financial institutions, industry associations, and local governments [5][6] - This collaborative approach has enhanced the quality and effectiveness of training programs, creating a network that supports industry-wide knowledge sharing [5][6] Focus on Practical Application - The DCE's training programs have evolved from merely delivering knowledge to fostering practical skills and capabilities among participants [6] - The emphasis is now on addressing real-world challenges faced by enterprises, with training designed to enhance operational capabilities and risk management strategies [6] - The growth in the number of industry clients and their trading volumes indicates the effectiveness of these training initiatives [6]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q2 2025, adjusted EBITDA was $61.1 million, adjusted net income was $18.4 million, and GAAP net income was $24.7 million, all including the impact of a legal settlement [12][13] - Cash capital expenditures (CapEx) for the quarter were $35.7 million, primarily organic, funded within operating cash flows, with excess cash used to reduce debt [13] - Total debt decreased to $106 million, resulting in a net debt to adjusted annualized EBITDA ratio of 0.4 times [13] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Production averaged just under 19,000 barrels of oil equivalent (BOE) per day in Q2, a 27% increase from Q1, bringing year-to-date production to just under 17,000 BOE per day [9][12] - The company has 23 net wells in its development pipeline, with 7.9 net wells either drilling or completing and 15.1 net locations permitted for development [9] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Approximately 71% of remaining 2025 oil production is hedged at a weighted average price of $69.83 per barrel, with nearly half of the remaining natural gas production hedged with collars at a weighted average floor of $3.73 and ceiling of $5.85 per MMBtu [10][11] - For 2026, over 3,300 barrels per day and 12,700 MMBtu per day of production are hedged at $66.43 per barrel and through a costless collar of $3.72 by $4.99 per MMBtu [11] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on selective capital investment while generating excess free cash flow to reduce debt, with a strategy that includes organic drilling and potential acquisitions that meet strict return hurdles [6][7] - The Board declared a third-quarter dividend at an annual rate of $2.25 per share, indicating a commitment to maintaining shareholder returns [7] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's ability to perform in a subdued oil price market while being prepared for price increases [5] - The company maintained its annual production guidance for 2025 in the range of 15,000 to 17,000 BOE per day, anticipating an oil cut of 64% to 68% [14] Other Important Information - A one-time cash payment of $24 million was received from a legal settlement, recorded as revenue and to offset litigation costs [10] - The company has seen improved general and administrative (G&A) costs, with expectations for further declines as production scales up [35] Q&A Session Summary Question: Production expectations for the remainder of the year - Management maintained guidance, noting strong Q2 performance but some wells were turned down sooner than expected, leading to cautious optimism for the second half [18][20][22] Question: Update on acquisition pipeline - Management indicated robust activity in organic development but noted that no acquisitions have met their return hurdles yet, remaining optimistic about future opportunities [23][25] Question: Chances of hitting the low end of guidance - Management stated minimal chances of hitting the low end of guidance, emphasizing strong momentum going into the second half [29][30][31] Question: Cost structure and G&A run rate - Management acknowledged increased LOE costs due to operational adjustments post-acquisition and projected a decline in G&A costs as production scales up [32][34][35] Question: Implications of taking gas in kind - Management expects better terms under new gas contracts compared to historical costs, projecting improvements in cash flow [36][37] Question: Activity levels post-Chevron acquisition of Hess - Management speculated that Chevron's acquisition could lead to increased activity in the Bakken, based on their previous performance in other regions [44][45] Question: Opportunities in Bakken - Management highlighted ongoing improvements in capital efficiency and production capabilities in the Bakken, indicating a positive outlook for future operations [46][47]

Summary of the Soda Ash Industry Conference Call Industry Overview - The soda ash industry is currently experiencing a weak fundamental environment, characterized by low valuations, high inventory, high supply, and weak downstream demand since entering a bear market in 2024 [1][3] - The industry is expected to see a continuous increase in new capacity in 2025, with significant additions planned for the second half of the year [1] Key Points on Supply and Demand - Demand for float glass and photovoltaic glass has decreased, with daily melting capacity for float glass dropping from 170,000 tons to 159,000 tons and photovoltaic glass from 115,000 tons to 87,000 tons [5] - The soda ash industry is projected to see a decline in demand by 500,000 tons in 2025 [1] - Current upstream inventory is approximately 1.8 million tons, while downstream glass factories have inventory levels of about 23-28 days [6] - Without policy disruptions, supply is expected to increase by 400,000 tons while demand decreases by 500,000 tons in 2025 [7] Price Expectations - The expected price range for soda ash in the second half of 2025 is between 1,100 to 1,300 RMB in the spot market, with futures prices ranging from 1,100 to 1,400 RMB [8] - If favorable policies exceed expectations, prices could reach 1,150 to 1,500 RMB [8] - Current light soda ash prices are around 1,250 RMB, with significant losses across the industry, although some low-cost producers remain profitable due to reduced production costs [10][12] Profitability and Cost Structure - The industry is facing substantial losses, with production costs averaging 300 RMB lower due to declining raw material prices [10] - Low-cost producers such as Yuanxing Chemical and Su Salt are still profitable, with production costs below 1,100 RMB [12] - The overall industry is experiencing a cash flow impact, but many companies are managing to maintain operations despite losses [13] Future Capacity Changes - By the end of 2026, the soda ash industry is expected to add approximately 3 million tons of new capacity, with several projects already in the pipeline [17] - While some high-cost facilities may exit the market, the overall new capacity is expected to exceed the amount being phased out [18] Market Strategies for Investors - Investors are advised to consider participating in rebound opportunities and to explore arbitrage between soda ash and glass [31] - A volatility strategy may be beneficial, especially during periods of high implied volatility, which has recently reached over 80% [31][32] Conclusion - The soda ash industry is currently in a challenging phase with significant supply and demand imbalances, leading to price volatility and profitability concerns. Investors should remain cautious and consider strategic approaches to navigate the market effectively.

Group 1 - The article discusses the unprecedented price volatility challenges faced by enterprises in the context of global economic restructuring and macro policy adjustments, emphasizing the importance of using futures tools as a "buffer" for survival [1] - Despite an increasing number of enterprises utilizing futures tools for risk management, issues such as a shortage of professional talent, cash flow pressure, and mismatches with non-standard products hinder effective hedging [1][2] - The general manager of Jinrui Futures, Hou Xinqiang, highlights the company's comprehensive service system aimed at helping enterprises navigate through cycles, including institutional development, talent training, and innovation in over-the-counter derivatives [1][4] Group 2 - The article outlines the macroeconomic factors impacting the commodity market, including U.S. tariff dynamics, global interest rate cuts, and liquidity changes, which create both opportunities and challenges for enterprises [2] - Enterprises, particularly in the non-ferrous metal processing sector, are facing declining processing fees and must optimize processes and explore new markets to cope with these challenges [2][3] - Hou Xinqiang identifies four main difficulties enterprises face when using futures tools for hedging: lack of specialized personnel, cash flow constraints during price fluctuations, negative processing profits in a competitive environment, and mismatches between hedging targets and futures products [3] Group 3 - Jinrui Futures has implemented several practices to meet the needs of enterprises, especially small and medium-sized enterprises, including providing hedging system construction and talent training [4] - The company offers tailored hedging advice based on the specific operational circumstances of enterprises and provides services such as over-the-counter hedging and flexible pricing [4] - Jinrui Futures organizes industry salons to facilitate communication between upstream and downstream enterprises and institutional investors, aiding in the formulation of hedging and operational strategies [4] Group 4 - The article notes that the futures market still faces challenges in serving the real economy, including significant industry head effects and insufficient international service capabilities [5] - There is a need for futures companies to innovate and respond to the demands of emerging industries, as well as to address the contradiction between product homogeneity and personalized demand when serving small and medium-sized enterprises [5] - Recommendations for futures companies include focusing on niche markets to create differentiated services, enhancing talent development, and improving international service capabilities [5] Group 5 - Many enterprises still perceive the futures market as high-risk, which leads to missed opportunities for utilizing risk management tools [6] - Jinrui Futures aims to shift the perception of futures knowledge from a one-way warning to a value discovery approach through layered education and integration of industry and finance [6][7] - The company collaborates with various enterprises to establish production and finance bases and conducts training sessions to enhance understanding of futures tools and their application in risk management [7]