1. Report Industry Investment Rating - No information provided 2. Core Views of the Report - For Shanghai Nickel (2509), it is expected to fluctuate around the 20 - day moving average. The long - term supply - demand situation shows an oversupply pattern, but short - term factors such as cost increases and potential consumption growth during the "Golden September and Silver October" need to be considered [2]. - For Stainless Steel (2510), it is expected to have a wide - range fluctuation around the 20 - day moving average. The short - term cost is rising slightly, and the inventory is decreasing. Attention should be paid to the consumption situation during the "Golden September and Silver October" [4]. 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Nickel and Stainless Steel Price Overview - **Nickel Futures**: On August 15, the price of Shanghai Nickel's main contract was 120,600 yuan, down 600 yuan from the previous day; the price of LME Nickel was 15,195 yuan, up 145 yuan. The price of SMM1 electrolytic nickel was 121,500 yuan, down 1,850 yuan [12]. - **Stainless Steel Futures**: On August 15, the price of the stainless - steel main contract was 13,010 yuan, down 15 yuan from the previous day. The price of cold - rolled coil 304*2B (Wuxi) was 13,750 yuan, down 50 yuan [12]. 3.2 Nickel Warehouse Receipts and Inventory - As of August 15, the LME nickel inventory was 211,662 tons, an increase of 522 tons; the Shanghai Futures Exchange's nickel warehouse receipts were 22,141 tons, an increase of 1,421 tons. The total inventory was 233,803 tons, an increase of 1,943 tons [15]. 3.3 Stainless Steel Warehouse Receipts and Inventory - On August 15, the inventory in Wuxi was 61.01 tons, the inventory in Foshan was 314,300 tons, and the national inventory was 1,078,900 tons, a decrease of 27,400 tons compared with the previous period. The inventory of the 300 - series was 644,500 tons, a decrease of 13,100 tons [19]. - The stainless - steel warehouse receipts on the futures market were 103,277 tons, a decrease of 244 tons [20]. 3.4 Nickel Ore and Ferronickel Prices - On August 15, the price of red - soil nickel ore CIF (Ni1.5%) was 57 US dollars per wet ton, unchanged from the previous day; the price of high - nickel ferronickel was 925.5 yuan per nickel point, up 1 yuan [23]. 3.5 Stainless Steel Production Cost - The traditional production cost of stainless steel was 12,901 yuan, the production cost using scrap steel was 13,587 yuan, and the production cost using low - nickel and pure nickel was 16,384 yuan [25]. 3.6 Nickel Import Cost Calculation - The converted import price was 122,636 yuan per ton [29]. 3.7 Factors Affecting Supply and Demand - **Positive Factors**: The expected consumption growth during the "Golden September and Silver October", the anti - involution policy, the firm price of nickel ore, and the slight rebound of downstream ferronickel prices, which led to a slight upward shift in the cost line [7]. - **Negative Factors**: The continuous significant year - on - year increase in domestic production, the lack of new demand growth points, the long - term oversupply pattern, and the year - on - year decline in the installed capacity of ternary batteries [7].

Report Summary 1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Viewpoints - The mid - line trend of electrolytic aluminum is a large - range oscillation. With the approaching of the traditional consumption season in China and the increase in downstream operating rates, short - term fluctuations may intensify due to the weak cost side, continuous accumulation of social inventory, and the new tariff measures by Trump. It is advisable to wait and see [5][12]. - The supply of electrolytic aluminum presents a dual - track pattern of "stable growth in China + overseas supplement". The monthly output in China is expected to increase year - on - year, and the output in overseas countries such as Brazil and South Africa is also expected to have a year - on - year increase of over 30% [10]. - The overall operating rate of domestic aluminum downstream processing leading enterprises increased by 0.8 percentage points to 59.5% this week, showing a mild recovery trend. It is expected that the aluminum cable and aluminum strip sectors will continue to rise in late August, and the traditional peak seasons of "Golden September and Silver October" may further boost the demand for aluminum foil and aluminum profiles [24]. 3. Summary by Directory Mid - line Market Analysis - Mid - line trend: large - range oscillation. The logic is that China is about to enter the traditional consumption season with rising downstream operating rates, but the weak cost side, continuous inventory accumulation, and new tariff measures may intensify short - term fluctuations. The mid - line strategy is to wait and see [5]. Variety Trading Strategy - Last week's strategy review: Aluminum in August may be weak first and then strong. For the next week, the range of the SHFE aluminum 2509 contract is seen at 20300 - 20900, and short - term trading is advisable for now [7]. - This week's strategy suggestion: Due to Trump's new tariff measures, short - term fluctuations may intensify, and it is advisable to wait and see [8]. - Hedging suggestions for spot enterprises: Maintain an appropriate inventory [9]. Overall View - Bauxite market: The domestic bauxite fundamentals are not in surplus. The ore price in the northern region is expected to remain stable, and the price in the southwestern region has an upward trend. Affected by the rainy season in Guinea, the supply in August is tightening, but due to the high port inventory and the resumption of some suspended mines in Guinea, the shortage degree may be limited, and the ore price will mainly operate at the bottom [10]. - Alumina market: As of August 8, the domestic alumina production capacity was about 11255 million tons, the operating capacity was about 9570 million tons, and the capacity utilization rate was about 85.64%, slightly lower than last week's 85.73%. The capacity utilization rate has been rising since May and is currently at a high level since 2022 [10]. - Electrolytic aluminum production: The supply shows a dual - track pattern. In China, the replacement project in Yunnan will be gradually put into production in late August, and the third - phase project of Inner Mongolia Huayun has reached full production, with the monthly output expected to increase year - on - year. Overseas, the output in countries like Brazil and South Africa is expected to increase by over 30% year - on - year [10]. - Import and export: The theoretical loss of electrolytic aluminum imports is about 1300 yuan/ton. The export volume of aluminum products has declined since June but is still at a relatively high level in recent years. Trump's new 50% tariff on aluminum products may lead to a slowdown in export growth in the second half of the year [10]. - Demand: - Aluminum profiles: The operating rate increased by 1 percentage point to 50.5% this week. The construction profile sector remains sluggish, and the overall operating rate is expected to remain stable in the short term [11]. - Aluminum strips and foils: The operating rate of leading aluminum strip enterprises increased by 1 percentage point to 65.0%. The operating rate of aluminum foil leading enterprises increased by 0.9 percentage points to 69.3%. The operating rate of aluminum strips is expected to continue to recover in mid - and late August, and the operating rate of aluminum foil is expected to rise after September [11]. - Aluminum cables: The operating rate of leading aluminum cable enterprises increased by 0.8 percentage points to 62.6%. The operating rate will gradually rise in mid - and late August, and the industry is expected to get out of the off - season [11]. - Alloys: The operating rate of primary aluminum alloy increased by 1.0 percentage point to 56.6%, and is expected to continue to rise to about 57% in the third week of August, but the upward space is limited. The operating rate of recycled aluminum leading enterprises decreased by 0.1 percentage point to 53.0%, and short - term pressure is expected to continue [11]. - Inventory: - Electrolytic aluminum ingots: The social inventory is 590,000 tons, an increase of about 4% from last week and a decrease of about 28% from the same period last year. There is still pressure on inventory accumulation in China due to the tariff increase by the US [11]. - Aluminum rods: The inventory is 135,000 tons, a decrease of about 2% from last week and an increase of about 15% from the same period last year. The demand may still weaken [11]. - LME electrolytic aluminum inventory: It has been increasing slightly since July. Due to overseas resumption of production and weak manufacturing data in Europe and the US, the subsequent inventory pressure may continue to increase [11]. - Profit: - Alumina: The average full - cost of the Chinese alumina industry is about 2850 yuan/ton, and the profit is about 400 yuan/ton, the same as last week [12]. - Electrolytic aluminum: The average production cost in China is about 17600 yuan/ton, and the theoretical profit is about 3000 yuan/ton, also the same as last week, at a relatively high level [12]. - Market expectation: It will maintain a high - level repeated pattern, focusing on weak supply and demand, inventory accumulation, and capital withdrawal pressure. Short - term is inclined to short on rallies, and long - term requires patience for the peak season [12]. Important Industry Link Price Changes - Bauxite prices are generally stable, with no significant changes in the fundamental pattern. The price of thermal coal has been rising since July. The price of alumina has slightly declined, with high production, oversupply, and inventory accumulation [13]. - Electrolytic aluminum prices are in a narrow - range consolidation, waiting for further macro - level guidance. The alloy price has increased slightly, but the price of scrap aluminum is suppressed due to some enterprises' reduction or suspension of production [14]. Important Industry Link Inventory Changes - Domestic port bauxite inventory has a slight decline. The inventory of electrolytic aluminum ingots in domestic mainstream consumption areas has increased, and there is still pressure on inventory accumulation. The aluminum rod inventory has decreased, and the demand may weaken. Overseas, the LME aluminum inventory has continued to increase, possibly due to weak overseas demand and the new position limit rule [18]. Supply and Demand Situation - Profit: The average full - cost of the domestic alumina industry is about 2850 yuan/ton, with a profit of about 400 yuan/ton. The electrolytic aluminum production cost is about 17600 yuan/ton, with a theoretical profit of about 3000 yuan/ton [20]. - Operating rate: The overall operating rate of domestic aluminum downstream processing leading enterprises increased by 0.8 percentage points to 59.5% this week. It is expected that the aluminum cable and aluminum strip sectors will continue to rise in late August, and the "Golden September and Silver October" may boost the demand for aluminum foil and aluminum profiles [24]. Futures - Spot Structure - The current SHFE aluminum futures price structure is relatively neutral, with low expectations for price increases in the second half of this year and a cooling of expectations for the first half of 2026 [28]. Spread Structure - The spread between aluminum ingots and ADC12 this week is about - 1640 yuan/ton, compared with - 1560 yuan/ton last week. The current spread between primary aluminum and alloy is at a relatively high level in recent years, which may drag down the electrolytic aluminum price [34]. Market Capital Situation - LME aluminum: The net long position has slightly rebounded, mainly boosted by the expected Fed rate cut in September. However, due to the continuous decline in manufacturing data in Europe and the US, the market is more divided, and the market may fluctuate widely in the near future [37]. - SHFE electrolytic aluminum: The net long position of the main contract has continued to increase steadily. The net long position of financial speculation - based funds has been declining since August, while some institutional positions have increased net long positions. The net short position of funds from mid - and downstream enterprises has been continuously reduced since mid - July and is now slightly net long. The market may fluctuate at a high level next week [40].

Group 1 - The National Building Materials and Home Furnishing Prosperity Index (BHI) for July 2025 is reported at 112.02, showing a month-on-month decline of 4.12 points and a year-on-year decline of 8.90 points, indicating a slowdown in consumer spending during the traditional off-season [1] - Despite the overall decline in BHI, the "Manager Confidence Index" increased to 147.89, up 11.36 points month-on-month, reflecting positive short-term market expectations due to upcoming peak seasons and supportive government policies [1] - Recent implementation of personal consumption loan interest subsidy policies and service industry loan interest subsidies is expected to lower interest costs, improving market expectations for home furnishing demand stabilization [1] Group 2 - Companies to watch as the peak season approaches include Sangokushi and Beixin Building Materials, indicating potential investment opportunities in the sector [2]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Recommended" rating for the aluminum industry [1]. Core Viewpoints - The aluminum processing sector is witnessing a recovery in operating rates, with expectations for inventory to reach a turning point. The upcoming "Golden September and Silver October" peak season is anticipated to boost demand [11]. - The macroeconomic environment is leaning towards favorable conditions, with expectations of interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve and a temporary suspension of tariffs between China and the U.S. [6]. - The report highlights that the current low inventory levels and reduced aluminum ingot supply provide support for aluminum prices [11]. Summary by Sections 1. Prices - As of August 15, the LME three-month aluminum closing price was $2,603.0 per ton, down $12.0 from the previous week but up $276.0 year-on-year [24]. - The Shanghai aluminum active contract closing price was 20,770.0 yuan per ton, up 85.0 yuan week-on-week and up 1,755.0 yuan year-on-year [24]. - The average price of A00 aluminum in Changjiang was 20,680.0 yuan per ton, up 50.0 yuan week-on-week and up 1,750.0 yuan year-on-year [24]. 2. Production - In July 2025, the production of electrolytic aluminum was 3.721 million tons, an increase of 112,000 tons month-on-month and 168,000 tons year-on-year [55]. - The production of alumina in July 2025 was 7.650 million tons, up 392,000 tons month-on-month and 808,000 tons year-on-year [55]. 3. Inventory - As of August 14, the inventory of electrolytic aluminum ingots in major domestic consumption areas was 588,000 tons, an increase of 24,000 tons week-on-week [7]. - The inventory of aluminum rods was 138,500 tons, down 4,000 tons week-on-week, indicating a continuous decline due to reduced production by manufacturers [7]. 4. Key Companies and Earnings Forecast - Key companies in the aluminum sector include China Hongqiao, Tianshan Aluminum, Shenhuo Co., China Aluminum, and Yunnan Aluminum, all rated as "Buy" [5].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" recommendation for the non-ferrous metals sector, indicating a strong outlook supported by macroeconomic factors that bolster metal prices [2]. Core Insights - The report highlights a robust performance in the copper and aluminum sectors, with specific companies recommended for investment, including Zijin Mining, Jincheng Mining, Western Mining, and Minmetals Resources for copper, and China Hongqiao, Hongchuang Holdings, Tianshan Aluminum, and others for aluminum [3][4]. - The macroeconomic environment is favorable, with recent developments such as the suspension of tariffs between China and the U.S. and the implementation of consumer loan interest subsidies contributing to a bullish outlook for aluminum prices, which have recently surged above 20,800 CNY/ton [7][8]. Industry Overview Non-Ferrous Metals - The report notes that the total market capitalization of the non-ferrous metals sector is approximately 360.65 billion CNY, with 125 listed companies [4]. - The sector has shown strong performance over various time frames, with absolute returns of 14.3% over one month, 28.2% over six months, and 52.1% over twelve months [5]. Aluminum Sector - The report indicates that aluminum inventories are increasing, with a notable rise in domestic electrolytic aluminum ingot inventory to 588,000 tons, reflecting a short-term oversupply situation [7]. - Despite the current inventory build-up, the report anticipates that the upcoming peak consumption season ("Golden September and Silver October") and potential supply risks may support aluminum prices [7]. Copper Sector - The report provides insights into copper inventories, with the Shanghai Futures Exchange (SHFE) reporting a total of 86,400 tons, an increase of 4,428 tons week-on-week [3]. - The global visible copper inventory stands at 555,000 tons, with a slight increase of 2,458 tons compared to the previous week [3]. Rare Metals - The report emphasizes the rising prices of praseodymium and neodymium oxide, which have increased by 7.01% week-on-week, driven by strong demand from major magnet manufacturers [9]. - Companies in the rare metals sector, such as China Rare Earth and Guangxi Rare Metals, are highlighted as potential investment opportunities due to their strategic positioning in the market [9]. Company Performance - China Hongqiao reported a significant increase in revenue and net profit for the first half of 2025, with revenue reaching 81.04 billion CNY, a year-on-year increase of 10.1%, and net profit of 12.36 billion CNY, up 35% [7]. - Zhongfu Industrial completed its employee stock ownership plan, indicating strong confidence in future growth, with a total of 329 million shares purchased at an average price of 3.21 CNY per share [7].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for several companies in the non-ferrous metals sector, including Zijin Mining, Luoyang Molybdenum, and China Nonferrous Mining [5][7]. Core Views - The report highlights that supply disruptions and expectations of interest rate cuts are likely to support commodity prices in the near term [1][2]. - Industrial metals are expected to see price increases due to the upcoming "golden September and silver October" season, despite some weakness in demand [2][3]. - Energy metals, particularly cobalt and lithium, are projected to experience price increases due to supply constraints and strong demand [3]. - Precious metals are anticipated to rise in price, driven by central bank gold purchases and changing tariff policies [4]. Summary by Sections Industrial Metals - The report notes that copper prices are supported by rising production rates and demand from downstream cable consumption, with the SMM import copper concentrate index showing a slight increase [2][3]. - Aluminum production remains high, but demand is weak, leading to an increase in social inventory [2][21]. - Key companies recommended include Zijin Mining, Luoyang Molybdenum, and China Nonferrous Mining [2][5]. Energy Metals - Cobalt prices are expected to rise due to supply shortages, while lithium prices are also increasing due to tight supply conditions [3]. - Key companies recommended include Huayou Cobalt and Ganfeng Lithium [3]. Precious Metals - Gold prices are expected to rise due to ongoing central bank purchases and geopolitical uncertainties, with a target of breaking the $3,500 per ounce mark [4]. - Key companies recommended include Shandong Gold and Zhongjin Gold [4][5].

Group 1: Tariff Expansion - The U.S. government announced an expansion of the 50% tariff on steel and aluminum imports, adding hundreds of derivative products to the tariff list [2] - The U.S. Department of Commerce included 407 product codes in the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule, which will incur additional tariffs due to their steel and aluminum content [2] - The expanded tariff list will take effect on August 18, 2025, following a previous announcement to increase tariffs from 25% to 50% [2] Group 2: Market Impact - The expanded tariff range is expected to alter global aluminum trade flows, potentially exacerbating supply-demand tensions in certain markets, particularly in North America [3] - Increased tariffs will raise production costs for downstream industries in the U.S., such as automotive, home appliances, and construction materials, which may lead to weaker consumer data amid low consumer confidence [3] - The expansion of tariffs may impact China's aluminum and aluminum product exports, with a potential decline in exports expected in the fourth quarter [3] Group 3: Aluminum Market Outlook - Recent trends show strong fluctuations in aluminum prices, with the main futures contract hovering around 20,700 yuan/ton [6] - Analysts suggest that while there is a positive macro outlook and expectations of demand recovery during the traditional peak season, the overall aluminum market fundamentals remain weak due to low operating rates in key industries [6][8] - The upcoming peak season may not see robust demand, as reduced subsidies and trade tensions could lead to cautious consumer behavior [8]

Group 1: Market Trends - The latest data from the National Bureau of Statistics indicates a significant adjustment in the real estate market, with only 6 cities experiencing a month-on-month increase in new residential property prices, the lowest since the implementation of major policies last September [1] - From January to July, real estate development investment decreased by 12.0% year-on-year, while the sales area and sales revenue of new residential properties fell by 4.0% and 6.5%, respectively, highlighting a weakening effect of the "price for volume" strategy [1] - The area of new housing starts saw a substantial decline of 19.4%, further exacerbating market pessimism [1] Group 2: Performance of Major Cities - Shanghai stands out as the only first-tier city with a continuous month-on-month increase in new residential property prices for 10 consecutive months, with July sales reaching 31.4 billion yuan, where luxury properties contributed 41% of total sales [4] - In contrast, Beijing's market remains weak despite some luxury projects boosting sales, while Guangzhou has not seen any month-on-month price increases for 10 months, and Shenzhen continues to experience a widening decline [4] - Among 31 major second-tier cities, only Urumqi and Changchun reported month-on-month price increases, with cities like Chengdu and Hangzhou also facing declines [4] Group 3: Policy Responses - Despite efforts from central and local governments to stabilize the market, the response has been lukewarm, with policies such as expanding affordable housing supply in population inflow cities failing to reverse the downward trend [5] - Beijing's recent easing of purchase restrictions outside the Fifth Ring Road did not address more impactful measures like core area restrictions or mortgage rates, leading to perceptions of passive rather than proactive policy adjustments [5] - The recovery of market confidence faces multiple challenges, including limited effectiveness of the "price for volume" strategy in the second-hand market and weak demand in the new housing market [5]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating - No information provided in the report. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - The methanol market is currently characterized by high supply and weak demand, with the price breaking through support levels and falling. The short - term weakness is difficult to reverse, but demand is expected to improve with the arrival of the peak seasons of "Golden September and Silver October". The report suggests a short - term wait - and - see approach [11]. 3. Summary According to the Table of Contents 3.1. Weekly Assessment and Strategy Recommendation - **Market Review**: The futures price has broken through support levels and fallen. The current situation is high supply and weak demand, with port inventories accelerating accumulation. Traditional downstream industries are generally in a loss - making state, and port MTO plants have shut down. Methanol has become a weak variety in the sector, with the basis weakening and the inter - monthly spread at a low level in the same period [11]. - **Supply**: The domestic operating rate has gradually bottomed out and is expected to increase marginally, reaching 82.4% this week, a 0.97% increase from the previous week. Overseas operating rates have returned to seasonal highs [11]. - **Demand**: Port olefin plants are operating at a low load, and the domestic olefin operating rate has declined slightly. Traditional demand operating rates are gradually rising, and improvement is expected during the "Golden September and Silver October" period [11]. - **Fundamentals**: The 1 - 5 spread is at a low level compared to the same period, and the current situation remains weak [11]. - **Valuation**: Coal prices have bottomed out and risen, increasing methanol costs, but coal - to - methanol profits are still at a high level. Port MTO plants have shut down, and port olefin profits are continuously rising. The price ratio between methanol and related varieties is at a medium - to - high level, indicating that methanol is not undervalued [11]. - **Inventory**: Port inventories are 1.0218 million tons, a 96,300 - ton increase from the previous week. Enterprise inventories are 295,600 tons, a 1,900 - ton increase from the previous week, and are at a low level in recent years [11]. - **Market Logic**: Methanol's own fundamentals are weak. Even though coal prices are strong, it is still difficult to break out of the downward pattern, with short - term supply increasing and demand weak [11]. - **Strategy**: Adopt a short - term wait - and - see approach [11]. 3.2. Futures and Spot Market - **Basis and Spread**: The 1 - 5 spread is at a low level compared to the same period [20]. 3.3. Profit and Inventory - **Production Profit**: Coal - to - methanol profits are at a high level compared to the same period [38]. - **Inventory**: Port inventories are increasing, and enterprise inventories are at a low level in recent years [11]. 3.4. Supply Side - **Capacity**: In 2025, new methanol production capacity in the northwest region amounts to 7.45 million tons, including projects from Inner Mongolia Baofeng, Gansu Liuhua, Xinjiang Zhongtai New Materials, etc [50]. - **Operating Rate**: The domestic methanol operating rate has gradually bottomed out and is rising, and the overseas operating rate has returned to seasonal highs [11][52]. - **Import Volume**: Import volume is expected to increase gradually as overseas plants operate at high rates [11]. - **Arrival Volume**: Data on arrival volumes in different regions are presented in relevant charts [65][68]. - **International Price Difference**: Various international price differences and domestic freight rates are analyzed through charts [71][76]. 3.5. Demand Side - **Demand Forecast**: Consumption and end - of - period inventory data are presented in relevant charts [80]. - **Methanol - to - Olefins**: The olefin operating rate has declined slightly, and the profitability of related plants has shown some changes. There are also analyses of relevant spreads [83][93]. - **PP Production Profits**: Production profits of different PP production processes are presented in relevant charts [91]. - **Downstream Industries**: The operating rates and profits of downstream industries such as formaldehyde, dimethyl ether, MTBE, and dichloromethane, as well as downstream inventories, are analyzed through charts [104][107]. - **Related Product Price Ratios**: Price ratios between methanol and related products are presented in relevant charts [111]. 3.6. Options - Related - **Methanol Options**: Data on option trading volume, open interest, PCR, and volatility are presented in relevant charts [115][117]. 3.7. Industry Structure Diagram - **Industry Chain and Research Framework**: Diagrams of the methanol industry chain and the research framework analysis mind - map are provided [120][122].

Core Viewpoint - The international gold market is experiencing a cautious phase influenced by geopolitical tensions and economic factors, with gold prices fluctuating between $3330 and $3350, while the outlook remains bullish due to increasing demand and macroeconomic uncertainties [1][2]. Economic and Geopolitical Factors - The second half of the year is expected to see heightened macroeconomic and geopolitical risks, enhancing gold's appeal as a safe-haven asset [2]. - Key supporting factors for gold's bullish outlook include tariff increases, global economic slowdown, easing U.S. monetary policy, and a persistently weak dollar [2]. - Recent economic data has shown mixed signals, with expectations of a 25 basis point rate cut by the Federal Reserve in September, although inflation data has tempered these expectations [2]. Market Analysis - The recent U.S.-Russia summit yielded no concrete agreements, leading to limited volatility in gold prices, which remained within a narrow range [3]. - Technical analysis indicates a bearish trend for gold, with the market currently in a downward C-wave and indicators suggesting increased selling pressure [3][5]. - Short-term resistance levels are identified at $3350-$3353, while key support is at $3330, with further potential declines if this level is breached [5]. Trading Strategies - Suggested trading strategies include short positions on rebounds near $3348-$3350 and long positions on pullbacks near $3310-$3315, with strict stop-loss measures recommended [5].