Report Industry Investment Rating - Not provided in the content Core Viewpoints - This week, the fundamentals of asphalt showed signs of marginal improvement. The supply side saw flat week - on - week production and开工率, while the demand side had increased shipments and decreased factory and social inventories. However, as the peak - season demand nears its end, the fundamental improvement may not be sustainable, and the support for the futures market is weak. Crude oil has mixed influencing factors, with supply - surplus expectations suppressing prices and geopolitical factors providing intermittent support. In the short term, asphalt will show a wide - range oscillating trend under the combined influence of fundamentals and cost, and the crude oil fluctuations will dominate the market. It is recommended to track geopolitical developments and focus on the BU2511 contract in the range of 3350 - 3500 yuan/ton [7][65] Summary by Directory Report Summary - Market focuses include the Fed's 25 - BP interest rate cut, the basic framework consensus on resolving the TikTok issue between China and the US, and the suspension of Russia - Ukraine negotiations [6] - Key data: As of September 17, the domestic asphalt sample enterprise开工率 was 34.4%, down 0.5 percentage points from the previous period. As of September 19, the domestic asphalt weekly production was 60.7 tons, down 0.1 tons from last week; the sample enterprise factory inventory was 65.3 tons, down 3.1 tons; the social inventory was 114.6 tons, down 3.4 tons [7] Multi - Empty Focus - Bullish factors for asphalt are inventory decline and raw - material disturbances; bearish factors are demand falling short of expectations and insufficient upward cost - side drivers [11] Macro Analysis - The Fed cut interest rates by 25 BP on September 18, from 4.25% - 4.50% to 4.00% - 4.25%, and is expected to cut twice more this year. Powell said the US labor market is weakening. After the rate - cut expectation is fulfilled, the market sentiment has recovered, but further economic data decline may suppress oil prices [12] - Russia - Ukraine negotiations have been suspended, and the US and Europe have threatened to impose tariffs on Russian oil buyers, which provides support for oil prices [13] Data Analysis - Supply: As of September 19, the domestic asphalt weekly production was 60.7 tons, down 0.1 tons from last week. The开工率 was 34.4% as of September 17, down 0.5 percentage points, with significant declines in East and Northeast China. The supply increase is expected to be limited due to unimproved refinery profits [14][24] - Demand: As of September 19, the domestic asphalt weekly shipments were 45.5 tons, up 5.8 tons. The modified asphalt weekly capacity utilization rate was 20.23%, up 1.71 percentage points, with significant increases in North China and Shandong [25][28] - Import: In July, domestic asphalt imports were 38.05 tons, up 0.48 tons month - on - month and 16.53% year - on - year. The cumulative imports from January to July were 210.55 tons, down 7.5% year - on - year [35] - Export: In July, domestic asphalt exports were 5.57 tons, up 2.62 tons month - on - month. The cumulative exports from January to July were 33.49 tons, up 46.45% year - on - year [38] - Inventory: As of September 19, the domestic asphalt sample enterprise factory inventory was 65.3 tons, down 3.1 tons, and the social inventory was 114.6 tons, down 3.4 tons [7] - Spread: As of September 19, the domestic asphalt processing dilution weekly profit was - 557.9 yuan/ton, down 66.2 yuan/ton. As of September 17, the asphalt - to - crude - oil ratio was 54.13, and as of September 18, the asphalt basis was 163 yuan/ton [63] 后市研判 - Asphalt is expected to continue a wide - range oscillating trend under the influence of fundamentals and cost. The demand improvement may not last as the peak season ends. Crude oil has mixed factors and lacks a clear direction. It is recommended to track geopolitical developments and focus on the BU2511 contract in the range of 3350 - 3500 yuan/ton [65]

格隆汇9月18日丨Hargreaves Lansdown高级股票分析师Matt Britzman表示："英伟达向英特尔投资50亿美 元，其核心不在于资金本身，而在于影响力的布局。对英特尔而言，这无论是在财务层面还是战略层 面，都是又一项值得欢迎的助力——它正依靠英伟达维持竞争力。但即便有美国政府与英伟达的支持， 对于其晶圆代工业务而言，这仍未达成'全垒打'(指彻底成功)：该业务目前仍难以吸引所需的核心客 户，而要与台积电的强大实力抗衡，核心客户的支持至关重要。对英伟达来说，这笔投资带来的财务影 响微乎其微，但政治层面的收益却十分显著：此举与美国政策方向一致。简而言之，这是一项带有地缘 政治意味的战略联盟，而非单纯的资产负债表层面的交易。" ...

Group 1 - The mixed messaging between the US and India is part of the negotiation process, aimed at stabilizing the relationship despite existing differences [1][4] - The US and India have maintained various cooperative efforts, including the 2+2 meetings and military exercises, indicating a commitment to their partnership [2][6] - India is recognized as a crucial partner for the US in technological competition against China, with a significant presence of global capability centers in India [3][9] Group 2 - The geopolitical and domestic political factors are increasingly influencing trade talks between the US and India, moving beyond purely economic considerations [8][10] - The US aims to reorder global supply chains due to concerns over manufacturing concentration in China, which holds 18% of global GDP and 32% of manufacturing value added [9][10] - The India-US trade agreement is viewed as balanced, contrasting with other US agreements that have been perceived as unilateral concessions [12]

Report Industry Investment Rating - Not provided in the given content Core Views of the Report - Gold and silver are recommended to hold long positions. Gold is supported by factors such as the decline of the US dollar index, expected Fed rate - cuts, geopolitical situations, and long - term strategic allocation needs. Silver benefits from rate - cuts, strong demand, and limited supply growth [1]. - Copper recommends holding long positions, with some profit - taking. In the short - term, beware of the risk of price decline due to rate - cut realization and holiday risk - aversion. In the long - term, it is still optimistic about copper [1][8]. - Zinc is expected to face pressure in its rebound. In the long - term, it is a short - position allocation in the sector due to increasing supply and decreasing demand [1][12]. - Lead, tin, and nickel are expected to face pressure in their rebounds, affected by factors such as enterprise maintenance, supply - demand imbalances, and inventory changes [1]. - Aluminum is expected to be relatively strong, with stable overseas bauxite supply, inventory reduction, and increased downstream demand [1]. - Industrial silicon is expected to have a rebound, with fundamental pressure but policy support [1]. - Polysilicon is expected to have a high - level shock, with improved fundamentals and limited upward drivers in the short - term [1]. - Lithium carbonate is expected to have a rebound, with increasing production but also increasing inventory reduction, indicating strong terminal demand [1]. Summary by Related Catalogs Gold and Silver - **Market Review**: Gold has reached a new all - time high, and the market has priced in at least three rate - cuts [3]. - **Basic Logic**: US economic data supports rate - cuts. The retail sales growth may slow down. The market expects the FOMC to cut rates by 25 basis points, and a total of 75 basis points by the end of the year. Geopolitical situations in Eastern Europe and the Middle East have escalated. In the short - term, geopolitical and economic uncertainties drive the gold price to a new high. In the long - term, gold may have a long - term bull market [4]. - **Strategy Recommendation**: Adopt a short - term long - position strategy for gold and silver, but beware of "selling on the news" trading. In the long - term, the upward trend of gold and silver remains unchanged [5]. Copper - **Market Review**: Shanghai copper has risen and then fallen. Pay attention to the support at the 80,000 - yuan level [7]. - **Industrial Logic**: Copper concentrate supply is tight. In August, China's imports of copper concentrates increased year - on - year, while imports of unforged copper and copper products decreased month - on - month. The processing fee TC is still in deep inversion. The production of electrolytic copper may decrease in September. With the arrival of the peak season, demand is expected to pick up, and the annual supply - demand is in a tight balance [7]. - **Strategy Recommendation**: The market has fully priced in the rate - cut expectation. It is recommended to hold long positions in copper, with some profit - taking. Beware of the risk of price decline due to rate - cut realization and holiday risk - aversion. In the long - term, be optimistic about copper. The recommended trading ranges are [79,500, 82,500] for Shanghai copper and [9,900, 11,000] dollars/ton for London copper [8]. Zinc - **Market Review**: Shanghai zinc has faced pressure and declined, showing a pattern of strong overseas and weak domestic markets [11]. - **Industrial Logic**: In 2025, zinc concentrate supply is abundant. Domestic zinc concentrate TC has decreased, and SMM's imported zinc concentrate index has increased. In September, domestic smelter maintenance has increased, and zinc ingot production is expected to decrease. Domestic zinc ingot social inventory has increased, while overseas LME zinc inventory has continued to decrease. The demand in September is expected to be good, but downstream purchases are based on rigid demand [11]. - **Strategy Recommendation**: The Fed rate - cut is almost certain. London zinc is approaching the 3,000 - dollar level, while domestic zinc ingot inventory increase has dragged down Shanghai zinc. In the long - term, maintain the view of short - selling on rebounds. The recommended trading ranges are [22,000, 22,500] for Shanghai zinc and [2,900, 3,100] dollars/ton for London zinc [12]. Aluminum - **Market Review**: Aluminum price has faced pressure in its rebound, and alumina has stabilized at a low level [14]. - **Industrial Logic**: For electrolytic aluminum, the overseas macro - environment has a strong rate - cut expectation. In August, domestic electrolytic aluminum production increased. In September, the inventory has increased slightly, and the downstream processing enterprise's operating rate has increased. For alumina, the supply of Guinea's bauxite is abundant, but the arrival volume in September may be affected by the rainy season. The domestic alumina operating rate has increased, and the supply pressure has increased [15]. - **Strategy Recommendation**: It is recommended to go long on Shanghai aluminum at low prices in the short - term, paying attention to the operating rate changes of downstream processing enterprises. The main operating range is [20,500 - 21,500] [16]. Nickel - **Market Review**: Nickel price has faced pressure in its rebound, and stainless steel has rebounded [18]. - **Industrial Logic**: For nickel, the overseas macro - environment has a strong rate - cut expectation. The supply of refined nickel in China has a large surplus pressure, and the domestic pure nickel social inventory has continued to increase slightly. For stainless steel, the downstream consumption peak - season expectation still exists. The inventory of stainless steel has continued to decrease, and the production volume in September is expected to increase [19]. - **Strategy Recommendation**: It is recommended to go long on nickel and stainless steel with light positions in the short - term, paying attention to the improvement of terminal consumption. The main operating range for nickel is [121,000 - 125,000] [20]. Lithium Carbonate - **Market Review**: The main contract LC2511 opened high and then fell, with the late - session gain falling below 2% [22]. - **Industrial Logic**: The supply side continues to release incremental production, with weekly production and operating rate at historical highs. The terminal demand peak - season is obvious, with high - level energy storage demand and a warming power battery market. The downstream material factory's production schedule has continued to increase, and the inventory has been replenished for 10 consecutive weeks. The total inventory reduction of lithium carbonate production has increased, and the smelter inventory is below the median level, providing support for the price [23]. - **Strategy Recommendation**: Pay attention to whether it can stand firm on the 60 - day moving average [72,500 - 74,500] [24].

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Views of the Report - The market is highly concerned about the Fed's interest rate decision, with a general expectation of a 25bp rate cut. Most commodities are in a state of waiting for the outcome of the meeting, and their short - term trends are affected by this expectation [4][6][16]. - Domestic policies are being introduced to boost service consumption, and the A - share market is expected to oscillate at a high level in the short term, while the bond market remains on the sidelines [3]. - Different commodities have different supply - demand fundamentals, which, combined with macro - factors, determine their price trends. 3. Summary by Related Catalogs Macroeconomics - Overseas: The US retail sales in August increased by 0.6% month - on - month, higher than expected, indicating strong consumption. The market is waiting for the FOMC result, with the US dollar index falling, and the gold price hitting a new high [2]. - Domestic: The Ministry of Commerce and other nine departments have introduced new policies for service consumption. The A - share market is oscillating, with more than 3,600 stocks rising. The bond market is sensitive to negatives, and the 10Y and 30Y interest rates have been restored to 1.78% and 2.08% respectively [3]. Precious Metals - Gold and silver showed mixed performance. COMEX gold futures rose 0.23% to $3,727.5 per ounce, while COMEX silver futures fell 0.19% to $42.88 per ounce. The market expects the Fed to cut interest rates, but some funds are cautious as the rate - cut approaches [4]. Copper - Before the Fed's interest rate meeting, the market is cautious. The expectation of a 25 - basis - point rate cut this month may have been digested. The market is highly concerned about the future path of the "dot plot". Part of the overseas long - position funds have taken profits in advance. The dollar index is continuously weakening, and the copper price still has upward potential in the medium term [6]. Aluminum - The aluminum price continued to oscillate strongly. The market's strong expectation of a Fed rate cut has boosted the aluminum price. However, high prices have restricted downstream procurement to some extent. The consumption peak season needs to be verified, and the price needs fundamental support to rise further [7][8]. Zinc - The expectation of a large - scale rate cut has weakened. The LME zinc inventory has been continuously decreasing, supporting the price of London zinc and thus the Shanghai zinc price. The domestic downstream procurement is still cautious, and the zinc price oscillates narrowly in the short term [9]. Lead - The expectation of refinery复产 has increased, and the supply - side support for the lead price has weakened. However, the expected stocking demand of downstream battery enterprises during the National Day holiday and the expected outflow of some goods after delivery will support the price. The lead price is expected to adjust at a high level in the short term [10]. Tin - The LME 0 - 3 BACK has slightly widened, and the slow resumption of tin mines in Myanmar and domestic refinery maintenance support the price. However, the increase in inventory at home and abroad and insufficient downstream consumption make it difficult for the price to rise. The tin price will continue to oscillate horizontally in the short term [11]. Industrial Silicon - The demand expectation has improved, and the industrial silicon price is running strongly. The supply is slightly shrinking, and the demand side shows signs of improvement. The short - term price is expected to oscillate [12][13]. Carbonate Lithium - The lithium price may still rise. The downstream stocking expectation is strong, but the acceptance of prices is weak. The risk of resource disruption has not been eliminated, and the high - level emphasis on anti - involution provides support for the price [14]. Nickel - As the Fed's interest rate meeting approaches, the market generally expects a 25bp rate cut. If there is no more - than - expected rate cut, the nickel price may experience a phased correction. The nickel ore market is generally loose, and the domestic nickel - iron cost pressure remains [15][16]. Crude Oil - Geopolitical tensions and inventory reduction have led to an oscillating and strengthening oil price. Although the market has a strong expectation of oversupply in the fourth quarter, the significant reduction in API crude oil inventory has boosted the bulls' sentiment. Geopolitical premiums are continuously factored in [17][18]. Soda Ash and Glass - Attention should be paid to cross - variety arbitrage opportunities. The soda ash price increase may be related to demand and macro - expectations. The glass factory's shipment is smooth, and the market expects the Fed's interest rate meeting to drive domestic liquidity release. One can pay attention to the opportunity of the narrowing spread between glass and soda ash [19][20]. Steel (Rebar and Hot - Rolled Coil) - The steel price is oscillating. After the continuous rise, the market sentiment has been released, and the fundamental demand is poor. The supply has increased, and the peak - season expectation is difficult to be fulfilled. The price is expected to oscillate, and attention should be paid to the impact of the Fed's rate cut on the market [21]. Iron Ore - The port inventory has decreased, and the futures price is oscillating and rebounding. The external ore shipment has increased significantly, and the demand side is supported by the high - level resumption of blast - furnace operation. There is still an expectation of restocking in mid - to - late September [22]. Soybean Meal and Rapeseed Meal - The market trading is light, and the Dalian soybean meal is oscillating within a range. The short - term supply is under pressure, and the long - term import is uncertain. The future trend depends on the US bio - fuel redistribution plan and Sino - US and Sino - Canadian trade relations [23][24]. Palm Oil - The palm oil is oscillating and adjusting. The price of edible oils, including palm oil, is expected to be firm. The supply is expected to be less than the demand in 2025 and 2026. The strong performance of rapeseed oil and the impact of weather on palm oil production and export support the price [25].

黄金方面： 今日早间（9月17日），美国石油协会公布了美国至9月12日当周API原油库存，公布值减少342万桶，相较于前值增加125万桶，库存大幅减少，表明近期消 费较好。 地缘政治方面，周二，俄罗斯国防部发布战报称，在过去一天，俄军多个集团军在苏梅、哈尔科夫、顿涅茨克、扎波罗热等方向打击乌军。 俄军摧毁了西方提供给乌克兰的武器装备后勤配送中心和远程无人机储存和发射点。 乌克兰方面称，16日凌晨再次对俄罗斯萨拉托夫州炼油厂实施精确打击。 综合来看，俄乌局势的再次趋于紧张，助力了油价，叠加美联储即将降息，拉动了美国国内工商业的投资，进而带动原油消费的攀升。 周二（9月16日），美国商务部公布的数据显示，8月份美国零售销售月率为0.6%，与7月份的0.6%持平，远好于市场预期0.2%。数据公布后，现货黄金短线 下挫，跌破3690美元，又迅速收复失地，一度向上突破3700美元关口。 地缘政治方面，近几日，俄罗斯安全会议副主席梅德韦杰夫再次向支持乌克兰的北约发出严正警告，如果北约国家在"特别军事行动"期间，在乌克兰上空击 落俄罗斯的无人机，这将使俄罗斯与北约处于战争状态。 智昇研究投资策略师麦东认为，黄金不惧短线的利 ...

Core Viewpoint - The recent $500 million agreement between the U.S. and Pakistan for the joint development of strategic minerals like rare earths, antimony, and tungsten appears mutually beneficial but is fraught with geopolitical complexities and long-term risks [1][3]. Group 1: Financial Implications - The $500 million investment is crucial for Pakistan, providing much-needed foreign exchange and potentially strengthening its position in negotiations with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) [3]. - This partnership signals Pakistan's intent to diversify its international relationships and enhance its bargaining power through resource development [3]. Group 2: Strategic Intent - The agreement is not merely a mineral trade; it involves U.S. companies playing a central role throughout the entire supply chain, from exploration to export, while Pakistan provides land, labor, and security [3][4]. - The U.S. aims to reduce its reliance on China for rare earths, as most global processing and refining capacity is concentrated in China, posing a national security risk [3][4]. Group 3: Geopolitical Dynamics - Pakistan is strategically leveraging its position between the U.S. and China to maximize benefits from both sides, especially in light of its tense relations with India [4][5]. - However, the risks associated with this "bet on both sides" strategy are significant, including the potential for security issues in politically unstable regions like Balochistan [7]. Group 4: Long-term Considerations - The success of this partnership hinges on Pakistan's ability to maintain a delicate balance between its traditional ties with China and its new collaboration with the U.S. [8]. - While resource development may yield short-term benefits, it could also lead to long-term challenges if Pakistan inadvertently jeopardizes its relationship with China or faces severe security issues [8].

【环球时报综合报道】据美国《华盛顿邮报》15日报道，随着近期美印外交、贸易领域的摩擦，印度民 众对美负面情绪正在快速蔓延。 总部位于华盛顿的"有组织仇恨研究中心"发布的报告称，美国社交媒体X上，8月的反印度帖文数量较7 月份激增5倍，对印度裔美国人的歧视言论不断升级，美国官员对印度批评和贬损言论加剧了这样的"仇 恨"氛围。分析人士表示，对于年长的印度人来说，美国政府官员接二连三的"刻薄"言论勾起了他们上 世纪70年代美印关系紧张时期的不安回忆。而对于印度年轻一代而言，他们首次遭遇美印关系出现如此 大的滑坡，这让年轻一代对美印友好关系的认知被强烈冲击。 分析人士认为，印度民众对美国的疏远和不满可能是深刻且跨代际的。"有组织仇恨研究中心"执行主任 奈克表示，美国是互联网领域仇印情绪传播的重要源头，移民焦虑和就业焦虑在美国网络上交织得最为 紧密，在两国外交危机期间，这种敌意进一步加剧，"给现有的负面情绪附带了地缘政治色彩"。 印度前驻美国大使纳夫特杰·萨尔纳表示，美印在历史上曾有多次摩擦，比如在第三次印巴战争期间美 国选择支持巴基斯坦，因此印度中老年人对"美印保持一致"抱有怀疑。年轻一代此前未感受过的对美负 面情绪 ...

Group 1 - The core viewpoint indicates that gold prices are supported by a weakening US dollar, declining US Treasury yields, and expectations of Federal Reserve interest rate cuts, maintaining a strong position [1] - Technical analysis shows that on the daily chart, the Bollinger Bands are expanding, with gold prices near the upper band, and the MACD indicator is in a bullish crossover while the RSI is in an overbought state, suggesting a potential pullback [1] - On the 4-hour chart, the Bollinger Bands are narrowing, with gold prices below the upper band, and the MACD is showing a narrowing bullish crossover, while the RSI indicates a pullback from overbought conditions [1] Group 2 - For future trading strategies, aggressive traders can consider buying near the support level of $3350 per ounce, while conservative traders may wait for a more stable support at $3300 per ounce [3] - For short positions, aggressive traders can look to sell near the resistance level of $3700 per ounce, while conservative traders may consider selling at $3750 per ounce [3] - Specific recommendations for various gold trading instruments include buying opportunities in Shanghai gold futures if prices pull back to 830-831 CNY per gram, and similar strategies for other gold products based on their respective price levels [3]

今天得跟大伙唠唠乌克兰这事儿。当地时间 9 月 15 日，乌克兰经济、环境与农业部宣布，他们和欧盟在布鲁塞尔完成了 《农业与农村发展》章节的审查会议。嘿，可别小瞧这会议，这可是乌克兰加入欧盟谈判里最后一个集群的最终议题， 这一结束，标志着审查阶段全！部！完！成！了！ 你说这事儿容易嘛，为了和欧盟标准接轨，乌克兰方面在这为期三天的会议里，那是使出浑身解数。啥农业改革、数字 化进展、国家支持、市场监管，还有农业发展，一共 28 个专题，都详细介绍了个遍。还汇报了本国立法和欧盟法律在财 政、行政结构、农业市场这些方面的对接情况。乌经济部副部长巴什利克也说了，在推动农业政策向欧盟标准靠拢这事 儿上，乌克兰是取得了积极进展，不过未来的路还长着呢，还有大量工作得完成。但不管咋说，乌克兰这态度挺坚决， 愿意继续往前推进。 还有安全方面，乌克兰一直和俄罗斯有冲突，加入欧盟后，理论上能得到欧盟在安全上的一些支持。但欧盟内部在安全 政策上也不是完全统一的，有些国家可能更倾向于对俄罗斯采取缓和的态度，有些国家则比较强硬。这就导致在对乌克 兰安全支持这事儿上，可能会存在一些变数。 而且啊，这乌克兰入盟的事儿，对其他想加入欧盟的国家也 ...