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Core Viewpoint - The recent significant fluctuations in gold prices, including a sharp decline of 6.3% on October 21, 2023, have paused a months-long upward trend, despite gold's year-to-date increase of approximately 55% driven by central bank purchases, ETF inflows, and heightened demand for safe-haven assets due to geopolitical and trade tensions [1][3]. Group 1: Gold Market Dynamics - Gold prices experienced a notable drop, falling to around $4,000 before recovering to approximately $4,115, following a record single-day decline of $231 [1]. - The gold market has been a focal point on Wall Street this year, with prices surpassing $4,000 and reaching over $4,300, marking an annual increase exceeding 50% [3]. - The demand for gold is bolstered by central banks increasing their gold reserves, renewed interest in gold ETFs, and domestic investors seeking alternative investment channels after a prolonged downturn in the real estate market [3][4]. Group 2: Supporting Factors for Gold Prices - Geopolitical instability, economic uncertainty in trade, and frequent U.S. government shutdowns continue to support gold prices, enhancing its appeal as a safe-haven asset [4]. - Anticipated interest rate cuts later this month and in December are expected to further strengthen gold prices, as declining bond yields may weaken the dollar, benefiting gold performance [4].

Group 1 - The core viewpoint indicates that gold prices are experiencing a downward trend due to technical selling pressure and optimistic expectations regarding the US-China trade negotiations and the potential end of the US government shutdown [1][3] - The market is expected to remain weak until the government shutdown is resolved, with a focus on trade conditions and interest rate expectations [3] - Historical context suggests that optimistic sentiments regarding trade are often temporary, and the end of the government shutdown may lead to concerns about economic data deterioration and increased expectations for interest rate cuts, which could ultimately support gold prices [3] Group 2 - The daily chart shows a significant drop in gold prices, falling below the 5-10 day moving averages, indicating strengthened bearish momentum [3] - Despite the current downward trend, there are indications of potential support at the Bollinger Band middle line and the 30-day moving average, suggesting a possible opportunity for bullish entry near these support levels [3] - The market is expected to experience a period of consolidation and adjustment, with a bullish outlook remaining intact, particularly if prices dip below the 4000 threshold [3]

Report Industry Investment Ratings - **Macro Finance**: Long-term bullish on stock indices, recommended to buy on dips; neutral on treasury bonds, recommended to hold a wait-and-see stance [1][5] - **Black Building Materials**: Neutral on coking coal and rebar, recommended for range trading; neutral on glass, recommended to hold a wait-and-see stance [1][7][9] - **Non-ferrous Metals**: Neutral on copper, recommended to hold long positions cautiously on dips without chasing highs; neutral on aluminum, recommended to go long on dips after pullbacks; neutral on nickel, recommended to hold a wait-and-see stance or go short on rallies; neutral on tin, recommended for range trading; neutral on gold and silver, recommended for range trading [1][11][19] - **Energy Chemicals**: Neutral on PVC, caustic soda, styrene, rubber, urea, methanol, and cotton yarn, recommended for range trading; neutral on polyolefins, recommended for wide-range trading; bearish on soda ash 01 contract, recommended a short-selling strategy [1][21][33] - **Cotton Textile Industry Chain**: Neutral on cotton and cotton yarn, recommended for range trading; neutral on PTA, recommended for range trading; bullish on apples and jujubes, recommended for range trading with a bullish bias [1][34][36] - **Agricultural Livestock**: Bearish on live pigs and eggs, recommended to go short on rallies; neutral on corn, recommended for wide-range trading; neutral on soybean meal, recommended for range trading; bullish on oils and fats, recommended for range trading with a bullish bias [1][38][43] Core Views - The policy level emphasizes the importance of stabilizing the stock market, which boosts market risk appetite. However, there may be a risk of profit-taking after important meetings. The LPR remains unchanged, but there is still a possibility of a cut in the future. The outcome of the Sino-US negotiation at the end of the month will be a key factor determining market risk appetite [5] - The supply of coking coal is expected to gradually recover after the National Day holiday, but the recovery is relatively slow. The first round of coke price increases has started after the holiday, and the demand from steel mills supports the price increase. The price of rebar is expected to oscillate at a low level, with limited room for a sharp decline. The glass market is facing pressure from environmental protection and macro policies, and the fundamentals are weak. It is recommended to hold a wait-and-see stance [7][9][10] - The global trade situation is tense, but the Chinese copper import situation has boosted market confidence. The copper fundamentals are relatively stable, and the supply-side accidents have a continuous impact. The price of aluminum is expected to remain high, and it is recommended to go long on dips. The supply of nickel is expected to be loose in the medium to long term, and it is recommended to hold a wait-and-see stance or go short on rallies. The supply of tin is expected to improve, and the downstream demand is weak. It is recommended for range trading [11][12][17] - The PVC market is facing weak domestic demand and high inventory, and the export sustainability is questionable. The caustic soda market is expected to oscillate weakly, and it is recommended to pay attention to the downstream inventory replenishment rhythm and export situation. The styrene market is expected to oscillate weakly, and it is recommended to pay attention to the oil price trend, pure benzene production and imports, and macro data and policies [21][24][25] - The natural rubber market is expected to enter a period of strong consolidation, supported by the firm overseas raw material prices and the reduction of dark rubber inventory. The urea market is expected to oscillate at the bottom, and it is recommended to pay attention to the compound fertilizer production start-up situation, urea plant production reduction and maintenance situation, export policies, and coal price fluctuations [27][28] - The methanol market is expected to oscillate, with strong support from the main downstream demand. The polyolefin market is expected to oscillate weakly in the short term, and it is recommended to pay attention to the downstream demand situation, Fed rate cuts, Sino-US trade war impact, Middle East situation, and oil price fluctuations [29][31] - The cotton and cotton yarn market is expected to oscillate, affected by the Sino-US relationship. The PTA market is expected to oscillate at a low level, affected by the weak macro and cost factors. The apple and jujube markets are expected to oscillate with a bullish bias, supported by the high-quality fruit prices and the approaching new season [34][35][36] - The live pig market is under pressure in the medium to long term, and it is recommended to hold short positions with a reduced position size and wait for rallies to add short positions. The egg market is expected to oscillate at a low level, and it is recommended to go short on rallies for the far-month contracts. The corn market is expected to oscillate weakly, and it is recommended to go short on rallies for the main contract and pay attention to the 1-5 reverse spread [38][40][42] - The soybean meal market is expected to oscillate at a low level, affected by the harvest pressure and slow US soybean exports. The oils and fats market is expected to have limited downward adjustments in the short term, and it is recommended to go long after the adjustment. The palm oil market is facing pressure from inventory accumulation, but there is also support from the upcoming减产 season. The soybean oil market is facing pressure from high inventory, but the supply gap in November has been narrowed. The rapeseed oil market is expected to have a tight supply situation before the re-import of Canadian rapeseed, and the price bottom support remains [43][46][49] Summary by Directory Macro Finance - **Stock Indices**: The policy level emphasizes the importance of stabilizing the stock market, which boosts market risk appetite. However, there may be a risk of profit-taking after important meetings. It is recommended to buy on dips in the medium to long term [5] - **Treasury Bonds**: The LPR remains unchanged, but there is still a possibility of a cut in the future. The outcome of the Sino-US negotiation at the end of the month will be a key factor determining market risk appetite. It is recommended to hold a wait-and-see stance [5] Black Building Materials - **Coking Coal**: The supply is expected to gradually recover after the National Day holiday, but the recovery is relatively slow. The first round of coke price increases has started after the holiday, and the demand from steel mills supports the price increase. It is recommended for range trading [7][8] - **Rebar**: The price is expected to oscillate at a low level, with limited room for a sharp decline. The RB2601 contract is recommended to look for opportunities to go long around 3000 [9] - **Glass**: The market is facing pressure from environmental protection and macro policies, and the fundamentals are weak. It is recommended to hold a wait-and-see stance and wait for a reversal before considering going long [10] Non-ferrous Metals - **Copper**: The global trade situation is tense, but the Chinese copper import situation has boosted market confidence. The copper fundamentals are relatively stable, and the supply-side accidents have a continuous impact. It is recommended to hold long positions cautiously on dips without chasing highs [11] - **Aluminum**: The price is expected to remain high, and it is recommended to go long on dips after pullbacks. The alumina is recommended to sell out-of-the-money put options, and the cast aluminum alloy is recommended to go long on dips or go long AD and short AL [12][13][15] - **Nickel**: The supply is expected to be loose in the medium to long term, and it is recommended to hold a wait-and-see stance or go short on rallies [17] - **Tin**: The supply is expected to improve, and the downstream demand is weak. It is recommended for range trading, with a reference range of 265,000 - 285,000 yuan/ton for the SHFE tin 11 contract [18] - **Silver and Gold**: The US economic data is trending weaker, and there are concerns about the US fiscal situation and Fed independence. The precious metal prices are expected to be supported by the interest rate cut expectations and risk aversion sentiment. It is recommended for range trading, with a reference range of 11,000 - 12,000 for the SHFE silver 12 contract and 935 - 990 for the SHFE gold 12 contract [19] Energy Chemicals - **PVC**: The market is facing weak domestic demand and high inventory, and the export sustainability is questionable. It is expected to oscillate, with the 01 contract temporarily focusing on the range of 4600 - 4800 [21][22] - **Caustic Soda**: The market is expected to oscillate weakly, and it is recommended to pay attention to the downstream inventory replenishment rhythm and export situation. The 01 contract is temporarily focusing on the pressure level of 2450 [23][24] - **Styrene**: The market is expected to oscillate weakly, and it is recommended to pay attention to the oil price trend, pure benzene production and imports, and macro data and policies. It is temporarily focusing on the pressure level of 6600 [25] - **Rubber**: The market is expected to enter a period of strong consolidation, supported by the firm overseas raw material prices and the reduction of dark rubber inventory. It is temporarily focusing on the support level of 15,000 [26][27] - **Urea**: The market is expected to oscillate at the bottom, and it is recommended to pay attention to the compound fertilizer production start-up situation, urea plant production reduction and maintenance situation, export policies, and coal price fluctuations. The reference range is 1550 - 1650 [28] - **Methanol**: The market is expected to oscillate, with strong support from the main downstream demand. The inventory is at a high level, and the market is expected to be weak in the short term [29][30] - **Polyolefins**: The market is expected to oscillate weakly in the short term, and it is recommended to pay attention to the downstream demand situation, Fed rate cuts, Sino-US trade war impact, Middle East situation, and oil price fluctuations. The PE main contract is expected to oscillate weakly, focusing on the support level of 6800, and the PP main contract is expected to oscillate weakly, focusing on the support level of 6500 [30][31] - **Soda Ash**: The 01 contract is recommended to adopt a short-selling strategy. The supply is in excess, and the price is expected to decline gradually under the pressure of inventory accumulation [31][33] Cotton Textile Industry Chain - **Cotton and Cotton Yarn**: The market is expected to oscillate, affected by the Sino-US relationship. The 2025/26 global cotton production and consumption are both expected to increase, and the ending inventory is expected to decrease [34][35] - **PTA**: The market is expected to oscillate at a low level, affected by the weak macro and cost factors. The supply and demand are in a state of slow inventory accumulation [35] - **Apples and Jujubes**: The market is expected to oscillate with a bullish bias, supported by the high-quality fruit prices and the approaching new season [36][37] Agricultural Livestock - **Live Pigs**: The market is under pressure in the medium to long term, and it is recommended to hold short positions with a reduced position size and wait for rallies to add short positions. The 05 - 03 spread arbitrage is recommended to be followed [38][40] - **Eggs**: The market is expected to oscillate at a low level, and it is recommended to go short on rallies for the far-month contracts. It is recommended to pay attention to the chicken culling, weather, chicken diseases, and environmental protection policies [41][42] - **Corn**: The market is expected to oscillate weakly, and it is recommended to go short on rallies for the main contract and pay attention to the 1 - 5 reverse spread. It is recommended to pay attention to the policy and weather conditions [42] - **Soybean Meal**: The market is expected to oscillate at a low level, affected by the harvest pressure and slow US soybean exports. It is recommended to pay attention to the Sino-US trade relationship and the procurement of vessels after October [43] - **Oils and Fats**: The market is expected to have limited downward adjustments in the short term, and it is recommended to go long after the adjustment. The palm oil, soybean oil, and rapeseed oil 01 contracts are recommended to pay attention to the support levels of 8200 - 8250, 9200 - 9300, and 9800 - 9900 respectively [43][50]

Report Overview - This is a precious metals morning report released on October 22, 2025, by Dayue Futures' Investment Consulting Department, focusing on gold and silver [1]. 1. Report Industry Investment Rating - Not provided in the report. 2. Core Views - **Gold**: Due to profit - taking by funds and a stronger US dollar, gold prices dropped significantly, with an intraday decline of over 5.7%, the largest single - day decline since 2013. However, long - term upward trends remain due to trade concerns, government shutdowns, and interest - rate cut expectations. In the short term, prices are likely to be volatile under capital pressure [4]. - **Silver**: Silver prices also tumbled, with an intraday decline of nearly 8%. It still has support as it follows gold prices, but there is short - term callback pressure [5]. 3. Summary by Directory 3.1. Previous Day's Review - **Gold**: COMEX gold futures closed down 5.07% at $4138.5 per ounce. The 10 - year US Treasury yield fell 2.49 basis points to 3.953%, and the US dollar index rose 0.35% to 98.97 [4]. - **Silver**: COMEX silver futures closed down 6.27% at $48.16 per ounce. The 10 - year US Treasury yield and the US dollar index had the same changes as gold [5]. 3.2. Daily Tips - **Gold**: Today, pay attention to the UK's September CPI and the speech of the ECB President. The long - term upward trend of gold prices remains unchanged, but it is volatile in the short term [4]. - **Silver**: Although silver prices are supported by following gold, there is short - term callback pressure [5]. 3.3. Today's Focus - 07:50 Japan's September imports, exports, and trade balance; Time TBD China's Solid - State Battery Conference; 10:00 Thailand's central bank's October monetary policy meeting minutes and policy forum analyst meeting; 14:00 UK's September CPI; 19:00 ECB Deputy President de Guindos' speech; 20:25 ECB President Lagarde's speech; Next day 05:00 Bank of England Deputy Governor Woods' speech [14]. 3.4. Fundamental Data - **Gold**: The basis is - 3.03, with the spot at a discount to the futures; gold futures warehouse receipts are 86,565 kg, a daily decrease of 1,959 kg [4]. - **Silver**: The basis is - 15, with the spot at a discount to the futures; Shanghai silver futures warehouse receipts are 749,362 kg, a daily decrease of 106,488 kg [5]. 3.5. Position Data - **Gold**: The main net position is long, but the long positions of the main players are decreasing [4]. - **Silver**: The main net position is long, and the long positions of the main players are increasing [5].

Core Viewpoint - The recent significant drop in gold prices, which fell over 6.3%, is attributed to optimistic market expectations regarding the end of the U.S. government shutdown and potential trade agreements, leading to reduced demand for gold as a safe-haven asset [1][3]. Market Performance - On October 21, gold opened at $4,354.42 per ounce, reached a high of $4,375.09, and then fell to a low of $4,082.92, closing at $4,124.76, marking a daily decline of $229.66 or 5.27% [3]. - The market's optimism about the U.S. government shutdown ending and trade negotiations has strengthened the dollar, further pressuring gold prices [3][5]. Future Outlook - The expectation is that gold prices will continue to decline until the government shutdown is resolved, with a focus on potential support levels for re-entry into long positions [5]. - Historical patterns suggest that the current trade optimism is temporary, and once the shutdown ends, economic data may worsen, leading to increased expectations for interest rate cuts, which could support a rebound in gold prices [5][7]. Technical Analysis - The monthly chart indicates that gold has encountered resistance near the upward trend line and is due for a technical correction, with support expected around $3,945 [5]. - The weekly chart shows a significant drop of nearly $300, confirming the effectiveness of the upward trend pressure, with expectations of a potential decline to around $3,800 [7][8]. - Daily analysis indicates that gold prices have fallen below the 5-10 day moving averages, but there is potential for a rebound if prices stabilize around the Bollinger Band midline and the 30-day moving average [10]. Trading Strategy - Key levels to watch include support at $4,050 or $3,950 and resistance at $4,155 or $4,230 for gold [10]. - For silver, support is noted at $47.30 or $46.60, with resistance at $49.00 or $49.80 [10].

Report Summary 1. Investment Rating The report does not provide an overall industry investment rating. 2. Core Viewpoints - **Global Market Volatility**: There is a risk of increased volatility in global major assets next week. In the overseas market, the catalytic effect of government shutdowns and data vacuums on interest - rate cut expectations is reduced, and the marginal support for risk assets may decline, increasing market volatility. In the domestic market, there are marginal policy changes, and physical work volume may rebound in the fourth quarter. Low - valued domestic commodity assets under pressure may have a rebound opportunity [7]. - **Asset Performance**: Precious metals and equity markets, which were most benefited from liquidity, may face increased short - term volatility. In the domestic market, low - valued commodity assets may rebound [7]. 3. Summary by Category 3.1 Market Index and Asset Price Fluctuations - **Stock Index Futures**: The CSI 300 futures closed at 4577.6, up 1.57% daily, 2.06% weekly, down 0.87% monthly and quarterly, and up 16.75% this year. The SSE 50 futures closed at 3004.8, up 1.16% daily, 1.41% weekly, up 0.53% monthly and quarterly, and up 12.20% this year. The CSI 500 futures closed at 7052.8, with a complex set of fluctuations including a 2.08% daily increase and others [4]. - **Bond Futures**: The 2 - year treasury bond futures closed at 102.372, up 0.04% daily, down 0.01% weekly, and flat monthly and quarterly, down 0.58% this year. The 5 - year treasury bond futures closed at 105.715, up 0.06% daily, down 0.06% weekly, up 0.08% monthly and quarterly, down 0.77% this year [4]. - **Foreign Exchange**: The US dollar index was at 98.6219, unchanged daily, up 0.07% weekly, up 0.82% monthly, and down 9.03% this year. The euro - US dollar exchange rate was 1.1642, with various pip - based fluctuations [4]. - **Commodity Futures**: Overseas, COMEX gold closed at 4374.3, up 2.49% daily, 12.5% monthly, and 65.74% this year. NYMEX WTI crude oil closed at 56.93, down 0.56% daily, 8.81% monthly, and 20.79% this year. In the domestic market, the container shipping European line index was at 1769.3, up 5.19% daily, 6.93% weekly, and down 21.61% this year [4][5]. 3.2 Sector - by - Sector Analysis - **Financial Sector**: Stock markets showed a shrinking - volume rebound, and bond markets remained weak. Stock index futures are expected to fluctuate upwards due to technology - event - catalyzed active growth styles. Stock index options are expected to fluctuate, and treasury bond futures are also expected to fluctuate [8]. - **Precious Metals**: Dovish expectations drive prices up. Gold and silver are expected to fluctuate upwards, considering factors such as the restart of the US interest - rate cut cycle in September and the increased risk of the Fed's independence [8]. - **Shipping**: Attention should be paid to the rate of freight - price decline. The container shipping European line is expected to fluctuate as the peak season in the third quarter fades, and there is a lack of upward - driving force [8]. - **Black Building Materials**: The industry's demand data is poor, and it is expected that policies will release positive signals. Steel, iron ore, coke, and other products are expected to fluctuate, with various influencing factors such as policy changes, supply - and - demand situations, and production data [8]. - **Non - ferrous Metals and New Materials**: They are waiting for the clarity of macro - policies, and basic metals are in a state of shock consolidation. Copper, aluminum, zinc, and other metals have different short - term expectations based on factors such as supply - and - demand, policy, and inventory [8]. - **Energy and Chemicals**: The trade - tension situation has slightly eased, but the supply - and - demand pattern of energy and chemicals remains weak. Crude oil, LPG, and many other products are expected to fluctuate, with most showing a downward - trending or complex - fluctuating state due to factors such as cost, supply - and - demand, and policy [10]. - **Agriculture**: The mood has warmed up, but the trends are differentiated. Oils, protein meals, and other agricultural products are expected to fluctuate, affected by factors such as planting progress, weather, and trade relations [10].

Core Viewpoint - The recent sharp decline in gold prices, following a record high, is attributed to a stronger dollar and profit-taking by investors, indicating a potential shift in market sentiment towards riskier assets [1][4]. Group 1: Gold Market Dynamics - On Tuesday, gold prices fell over 6% to $4,086 per ounce, reversing much of the previous gains after reaching a historic high of $4,381.21 [1][4]. - The surge in gold prices earlier this year, nearly 60%, was driven by strong expectations for interest rate cuts, increased safe-haven demand, and rising gold reserves held by central banks [4][5]. - Analysts suggest that the market may enter a phase of volatility, with short-term traders locking in profits after rapid price increases [4][5]. Group 2: Other Precious Metals - Other precious metals also experienced declines, with silver dropping over 8%, platinum down 4.3% to $1,569.31 per ounce, and palladium falling 6.6% to $1,397.25 [3][4]. - The decline in silver is particularly noted as it has led to a broader weakness in the precious metals sector, with predictions of potential support levels forming in the near future [3][4]. Group 3: Market Sentiment and Economic Indicators - The dollar index rose approximately 0.4%, marking its third consecutive day of strength, which typically diminishes the appeal of dollar-denominated commodities like gold [4]. - The upcoming U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) data, expected to show a year-on-year increase of 3.1%, is anticipated to influence Federal Reserve decisions regarding interest rates [4][5]. - Current market sentiment is shifting towards equities and corporate bonds, reducing the short-term demand for safe-haven assets like gold [4]. Group 4: Future Outlook - Analysts believe that gold prices may find short-term support around $4,100 per ounce, and a drop below this level could trigger further technical selling [5]. - Despite the recent volatility, gold remains a key asset for long-term investors seeking to hedge against economic and geopolitical uncertainties [5]. - The focus in the coming weeks will likely shift from mere safe-haven sentiment to a reassessment of economic data and policy directions, with the ability of gold to maintain the $4,000 level being a critical indicator of market strength [5].

1. Report Industry Investment Ratings - **Bullish**: Gold, Silver [4] - **Cautiously Bullish**: Non - ferrous metals (Copper) [4] - **Bearish**: Crude oil, Polyolefins, Cotton [8][10] - **Cautiously Bearish**: Steel and ore (Rebar, Hot - rolled coil), Soda ash [6][8] - **Sideways**: Stock index, Treasury bonds, Non - ferrous metals (Aluminum, Nickel), Lithium carbonate, Silicon energy, Coal and coke, Glass, Methanol, Rubber, Palm oil [1][4][6] 2. Core Views - The overall market is affected by factors such as Sino - US trade frictions and the Fed's monetary policy. The short - term sentiment fluctuates, but the long - term driving factors remain unchanged [1]. - Different varieties have different fundamentals. For example, precious metals are supported by safe - haven demand and the Fed's dovish signal, while industrial products are affected by supply - demand relationships and policy regulations [4][6]. 3. Summary by Variety Stock Index and Treasury Bonds - **Stock Index**: The A - share market showed a high - opening and low - closing trend, with the ChiNext board leading the decline. The overall trading volume increased slightly. Sino - US trade frictions and the Fed's possible interest rate cut affect market sentiment. The stock index is in a sideways pattern, but there are opportunities for long - position layout in the medium - to - long term [1]. - **Treasury Bonds**: The bond market was strong in the afternoon. Sino - US trade relations are uncertain, and the Fed's dovish attitude strengthens the interest - rate cut expectation. The money market remains loose, and the bond market is in a sideways pattern [1]. Precious Metals - **Gold and Silver**: Sino - US relations are tense, and the Fed Chairman's dovish signal boosts the price of gold. The short - term squeeze logic of silver amplifies market fluctuations. It is recommended to hold existing long positions and add new positions on pullbacks [4]. Non - ferrous Metals - **Copper**: Sino - US trade negotiations are unclear, but the supply of copper concentrates in the fourth quarter is expected to be tight, supporting copper prices. It is recommended to hold existing long positions and pay attention to the progress of trade negotiations [4]. - **Aluminum and Alumina**: Sino - US trade relations are uncertain, and the Fed's dovish attitude weakens the US dollar. Alumina prices are falling, and the supply of Shanghai aluminum is restricted. The overall market is in a sideways pattern, with alumina showing a bearish fundamental pattern [4]. - **Nickel**: The supply of nickel ore is loose, but there are potential risks. The demand for nickel products is improving marginally. The short - term price is mainly affected by macro factors and is in a sideways pattern [4]. Chemicals and Energy - **Lithium Carbonate**: The actual supply increase is limited, and the current fundamentals of lithium carbonate remain in a dual - prosperous pattern. The overall market is in a sideways pattern, and the progress of mining enterprises in Yichun needs to be tracked [6]. - **Industrial Silicon**: There are rumors of policy regulation on photovoltaic production capacity, and the demand for industrial silicon may be reduced. The price may continue to weaken, and it is recommended to hold existing short positions [6]. - **Crude Oil**: The supply surplus expectation continues, and the upward driving force is weak. The price may remain weak [8]. - **Methanol**: There is demand support, and it is recommended to sell put options [2][8]. Steel and Ore - **Rebar**: The demand is weak, and the supply - demand contradiction is accumulating. The risk of negative feedback in the steel industry chain is increasing. It is recommended to hold short positions and sell call options [6]. - **Hot - rolled Coil**: The supply and demand are both strong, but the inventory is increasing passively. The risk of negative feedback in the steel industry chain is rising. It is recommended to hold short positions [6]. - **Iron Ore**: The demand has support, but the risk of steel mills' production cuts is increasing. The supply is also affected by negotiations. The price is expected to fluctuate within a certain range [6]. Coal and Coke - **Coking Coal and Coke**: The supply and demand of coking coal are expected to decline, and the price is expected to remain sideways. The demand for coke may weaken, and the price is also in a sideways pattern [8]. Building Materials - **Soda Ash**: The supply exceeds demand, and the industry is accumulating inventory. It is recommended to hold short positions and sell on rebounds [8]. - **Glass**: The inventory pressure is high, and the probability of supply contraction is reduced. It is recommended to sell call options [8]. Agricultural Products - **Polyolefins**: The supply of polyolefins is excessive, and the price has been falling. It is recommended to hold long - short spread positions [10]. - **Cotton**: The supply is increasing, and the demand is weak. The price may have limited room for rebound [10]. - **Rubber**: The raw material supply is increasing seasonally, but the demand remains supported. The price is in a sideways pattern with limited downside space [10]. - **Palm Oil**: The short - term price is affected by macro and market factors, but the medium - term supply - demand is expected to be tight. It is recommended to wait for opportunities to go long [10].

1. Report Industry Investment Rating - Not provided in the content 2. Core Views of the Report - The nickel and stainless steel markets are currently following the broader market in a volatile pattern, with no significant changes in the fundamentals recently. There are expectations of interest rate cuts within the year at the macro - level, and the progress of Sino - US tariffs repeatedly adjusts risk preferences [3]. - In the nickel ore sector, Indonesia has announced regulations for the 2026 quota application. The overall quota in 2025 is somewhat excessive, and the quota in 2026 is expected to decline under regulatory restrictions such as environmental reviews [3]. - The new energy sector is entering the peak season, with high downstream procurement demand. The current quotes have been rising for several consecutive weeks, the market circulation is tight, inventories are low, and there are still inquiries, which may remain strong [3]. - The price of ferronickel has insufficient upward momentum, and the overall center of gravity has significantly declined. It may operate weakly under the pressure of stainless - steel profits and weak demand. If ferronickel loses its support, the downward space for the downstream may expand [3]. - The spot trading of stainless steel has improved slightly, leading to a small rebound in the futures market. However, the sentiment of a lackluster peak season is strong. Currently, stainless steel has a large amount of inventory accumulation, and the upward momentum is insufficient compared with the previous continuous destocking cycle. The center of gravity of stainless steel may move down slightly, but export is favorable due to WTO rulings and certification exemptions [3][5]. 3. Summary by Relevant Sections Price and Volatility Forecast - **Nickel (Shanghai Futures Exchange)**: The price range is predicted to be 11,800 - 12,600 yuan/ton, with a current 20 - day rolling volatility of 15.17% and a historical percentile of 3.2% [2]. - **Stainless Steel**: The price range is predicted to be 1,250 - 1,310 yuan/ton, with a current 20 - day rolling volatility of 8.79% and a historical percentile of 5.9% [2]. Risk Management Strategies Nickel - **Inventory Management**: When the product sales price falls and inventory has impairment risk, sell Shanghai nickel futures (NI main contract) with a 60% hedging ratio and sell call options (over - the - counter/on - exchange options) with a 50% hedging ratio [2]. - **Procurement Management**: When the company has future production procurement needs and is worried about rising raw material prices, buy far - month NI contracts according to the production plan, sell put options, and buy out - of - the - money call options, with the hedging ratio based on the procurement plan [2]. Stainless Steel - **Inventory Management**: When the product sales price falls and inventory has impairment risk, sell stainless - steel futures (SS main contract) with a 60% hedging ratio and sell call options (over - the - counter/on - exchange options) with a 50% hedging ratio [3]. - **Procurement Management**: When the company has future production procurement needs and is worried about rising raw material prices, buy far - month SS contracts according to the production plan, sell put options, and buy out - of - the - money call options, with the hedging ratio based on the procurement plan [3]. Market Data Nickel - **Futures Prices**: The latest price of the Shanghai nickel main - continuous contract is 121,180 yuan/ton, with a 0% change; the Shanghai nickel continuous - one contract is 120,860 yuan/ton, down 0.39%; the Shanghai nickel continuous - two contract is 121,100 yuan/ton, down 0.34%; the Shanghai nickel continuous - three contract is 121,340 yuan/ton, down 0.34%; the LME nickel 3M contract is 15,230 US dollars/ton, down 0.34% [6]. - **Volume and Open Interest**: The trading volume is 60,391 lots, down 12.28%; the open interest is 50,388 lots, down 14.10% [6]. - **Warehouse Receipts**: The number of warehouse receipts is 27,026 tons, up 0.59% [6]. - **Basis**: The basis of the main contract is - 240 yuan/ton, down 52.0% [6]. Stainless Steel - **Futures Prices**: The latest price of the stainless - steel main - continuous contract is 12,665 yuan/ton, up 1%; the stainless - steel continuous - one contract is 12,595 yuan/ton, down 0.28%; the stainless - steel continuous - two contract is 12,695 yuan/ton, down 0.12%; the stainless - steel continuous - three contract is 12,780 yuan/ton, up 0.24% [7]. - **Volume and Open Interest**: The trading volume is 126,078 lots, up 1.04%; the open interest is 188,332 lots, down 4.98% [7]. - **Warehouse Receipts**: The number of warehouse receipts is 74,497 tons, down 0.16% [7]. - **Basis**: The basis of the main contract is 775 yuan/ton, up 4.73% [7]. Inventory Data - **Domestic Social Inventory of Nickel**: 47,708 tons, unchanged from the previous period [7]. - **LME Nickel Inventory**: 250,476 tons, unchanged from the previous period [7]. - **Stainless - Steel Social Inventory**: 952.6 tons, an increase of 47 tons [7]. - **Ferronickel Inventory**: 29,062 tons, a decrease of 174 tons [7]. Factors Affecting the Market Positive Factors - Indonesia shortens the nickel ore quota license period from three years to one year [6]. - The Indonesian forestry working group takes over part of the nickel mining area of PT Weda Bay [6]. - CATL and Antam are promoting the construction of an integrated nickel smelter [6]. - The WTO rules that the EU's additional tax on Indonesian stainless steel is illegal [5][6]. - The exemption of the Indian BIS certification is extended to the end of the year [5][6]. Negative Factors - The inventory of pure nickel is high [6]. - The center of gravity of ferronickel has moved down, and the bottom support has loosened [6]. - Stainless steel has re - entered the inventory accumulation stage [6]. - The stainless - steel market shows a lackluster peak season, and the demand recovery is less than expected [6].