Report Summary Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant information provided. Core View The report indicates that precious metal prices are undergoing high - level adjustments after a hawkish interest rate cut. In the medium - to long - term, the trend may be bullish, but in the short - term, London gold and silver face significant adjustment pressure. The report maintains a strategy of buying on dips and advises cautious holding of existing long positions [2][5]. Summary by Related Catalogs 1. Market Quotes - Wednesday saw significant intraday fluctuations in precious metal prices. London gold and silver closed with negative daily candlesticks, indicating short - term adjustment pressure. After the Fed's interest rate decision, although the market initially pushed up London gold prices, they quickly fell due to Powell's hawkish remarks. COMEX gold 2512 contract closed at $3694.6 per ounce, down 0.82%; COMEX silver 2512 contract closed at $41.995 per ounce, down 2.15%. SHFE gold 2512 contract closed at 837.64 yuan per gram, down 0.37%; SHFE silver 2512 contract closed at 9933 yuan per kilogram, down 1.76% [2]. - The table shows the latest prices, daily changes, and daily change percentages of SHFE, SGX, and CME gold and silver contracts, as well as the SHFE - TD gold and silver spreads and the CME gold - silver ratio [7]. 2. Interest Rate Cut Expectations and Fund Holdings - According to CME's "FedWatch" data, the probability of the Fed keeping interest rates unchanged in October is 12.3%, and the probability of a 25 - basis - point cut is 87.7%. For December, the probability of keeping rates unchanged is 1.1%, the probability of a cumulative 25 - basis - point cut is 19%, and the probability of a cumulative 50 - basis - point cut is 79.9%. In January, the probability of a cumulative 25 - basis - point cut is 10.1%, a cumulative 50 - basis - point cut is 49.6%, and a cumulative 75 - basis - point cut is 39.8% [3]. - Long - term funds: SPDR Gold ETF holdings decreased by 4.29 tons to 975.66 tons; iShares Silver ETF holdings decreased by 28.23 tons to 15189.61 tons. SHFE silver inventory decreased by 9.9 tons to 1221.4 tons, while SGX silver inventory increased by 4.1 tons to 1252.4 tons in the week ending September 12 [3]. 3. This Week's Focus - This week's data is relatively light. On Thursday at 19:00, the Bank of England will announce its interest rate decision and meeting minutes. On Friday, the Bank of Japan will announce its interest rate decision. US President Trump will conduct a state visit to the UK [4]. 4. Inventory and Position Table - The table shows the latest prices, daily changes, and daily change percentages of SHFE and CME gold and silver inventories and positions, as well as SPDR gold and SLV silver holdings [16]. 5. Other Market Data - The table presents the latest prices, daily changes, and daily change percentages of the US dollar index, US dollar - RMB exchange rate, Dow Jones Industrial Average, WTI crude oil spot, LmeS copper 03, 10 - year US Treasury yield, 10 - year US real interest rate, and 10 - 2 - year US Treasury yield spread [22].

Core Insights - The market may have misinterpreted the Federal Reserve's latest signals, viewing Chairman Powell's "risk management" language as hawkish, while details suggest a dovish stance with potential for two more rate cuts this year [1][2] Group 1: Federal Reserve's Policy Stance - Following a 25 basis point rate cut, Powell attributed the decision to "risk management," which Citigroup interprets as a guide for the market to prepare for future actions [1] - Citigroup believes that Powell's comments indicate a baseline scenario of completing a total of 75 basis points in cuts by year-end [2] - The FOMC's statement included a new emphasis on rising "downside risks to employment," confirming concerns about the labor market [3] Group 2: Economic Projections and Rate Path - The dot plot revealed a downward shift in rate projections, with 10 out of 19 participants lowering their forecasts, suggesting three more 25 basis point cuts this year [3] - Despite a slight increase in the 2026 core PCE inflation forecast, the downward adjustment in the rate path highlights a dovish shift [3] - Citigroup expects the Fed to lower the policy rate to a range of 3.00-3.25% over the coming months, totaling a 125 basis point reduction in this easing cycle [6] Group 3: Employment vs. Inflation Concerns - The focus of the Fed's policy is shifting from inflation risks to employment risks, with Powell noting that hiring slowdowns are due to both supply and demand factors [4][5] - The report emphasizes that the cooling labor market will be a key driver for the Fed's future actions [5]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the news is that Yingda Futures successfully held a training event aimed at enhancing risk management capabilities for state-owned enterprises in the electrical equipment manufacturing sector, aligning with the regulatory requirements set by the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission (SASAC) [1][3]. - The training focused on understanding SASAC's regulatory requirements and audit points regarding financial derivatives, promoting the use of futures markets for hedging, and integrating business, finance, and technology to strengthen risk management capabilities [3]. - A total of 29 companies from the electrical equipment manufacturing industry participated in the training, with over 50 attendees expressing that the event provided significant guidance on conducting hedging business legally and effectively utilizing financial derivatives to mitigate risks [3]. Group 2 - Yingda Futures, as an integral part of the State Grid Corporation's comprehensive financial platform, leverages its background in both the electricity industry and financial services to enhance risk management and operational stability for real enterprises [4]. - The company aims to continue its commitment to serving the real economy by providing high-quality services, focusing on the mission of managing price risks and optimizing resource allocation within the futures market [4]. - Yingda Futures plans to deepen the integration of finance and industry, enhancing its core competitiveness and establishing a distinctive brand for energy and power state-owned enterprises [4].

Group 1 - Domestic precious metal futures showed a downward trend on September 18, with SHFE gold quoted at 824.54 CNY per gram, down 1.70%, and SHFE silver at 9823.00 CNY per kilogram, down 2.06% [1] - International precious metals also declined, with COMEX gold priced at 3670.30 CNY per ounce, down 0.66%, and COMEX silver at 41.65 USD per ounce, down 0.82% [1] - The opening prices for SHFE gold and silver were 835.34 CNY per gram and 9924.00 CNY per kilogram, respectively, with the highest prices reaching 839.00 CNY and 10009.00 CNY [2] Group 2 - The Federal Reserve lowered interest rates by 25 basis points, with projections indicating two more rate cuts this year, which is an increase from the previous forecast [3] - There was a contradiction in the Fed's statements, acknowledging a weakening labor market while also predicting rising inflation, leading to market volatility [3] - Following the Fed's dovish statement, U.S. Treasury yields initially fell, with the 10-year yield dropping below 4%, but later surged after Chairman Powell's remarks, increasing by 6.3 basis points [3] Group 3 - COMEX gold experienced significant volatility, closing at 3694.6 USD per ounce, down 0.82%, while SHFE gold closed at 832.64 CNY per gram, down 0.76% [4] - The price of gold reached new highs during the session but fell over 60 USD as the dollar strengthened, indicating weakened upward momentum for gold prices [4] - The market is expected to continue a high-level consolidation phase due to the hawkish tone of Powell's speech [4]

来源：市场投研资讯 （来源：财通证券研究） 报告正文 如期降息25bp。本次议息会议中，美联储决定将基准利率下调25bp至在4%-4.25%的目标范围内，并按原有节奏继续执行缩表。在本次会议中，特朗普新 任命的美联储理事斯蒂芬·米兰（Stephen I. Miran）是唯一反对者，认为应降息50bp。9月FOMC点阵图显示，略微过半的官员认为今年年内仍有至少两次 降息，但明年降息或仅一次。声明还指出，本次降息是鉴于"风险平衡转变"（the shift in the balance of risks），劳动力市场不再稳固，而是"就业增长放 缓，失业率略有上升"（Job gains have slowed, and the unemployment rate has edged up）。 美联储主席鲍威尔在记者会上表示，今天的降息是"向更中立的政策立场"的转变，或可视为"风险管理"（risk management）削减。降息50bp的观点"没有 得到广泛支持"（wasn't widespread support at all）。关于QT，鲍威尔表示，目前仍是"储备充裕"（abundant reserves）的状态 ...

Monetary Policy Decisions - The Federal Reserve lowered the benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to a target range of 4%-4.25%[4] - Slightly over half of the FOMC officials anticipate at least two more rate cuts this year, while only one cut is expected next year[4] - The decision to cut rates was based on a "shift in the balance of risks," with employment growth slowing and the unemployment rate edging up[4] Employment and Inflation Outlook - The unemployment rate rose to 4.3% in August, the highest since late 2021, indicating a shift towards a surplus in the labor market[7] - The Fed maintained its 2025 unemployment rate forecast at 4.5% and PCE inflation at 3%[10] - Inflation has increased, with commodity prices contributing significantly to this rise, although the increases are expected to be moderate and possibly one-time shocks[4][10] Economic Growth Projections - The Fed revised its 2025 GDP growth forecast upward to 1.6% and 2026 to 1.8%[11] - Economic activity is described as slowing, with consumer spending declining in most regions due to economic uncertainty and tariffs[11] - Rate cuts may lower credit costs, potentially boosting consumer confidence and stabilizing the economy next year[11] Market Reactions and Risks - Following the announcement, U.S. stock markets initially rose but then fell, with bond yields increasing and the dollar index fluctuating[13] - Risks include higher-than-expected inflation, tighter monetary policy from the Fed, and a sharper-than-anticipated economic downturn[16]

Report Information - Report Title: Nickel & Stainless Steel Industry Risk Management Daily Report [1] - Date: September 18, 2025 [1] - Research Team: Nanhua New Energy & Precious Metals Research Team [2] - Analysts: Xia Yingying, Guan Chenghan [2] Industry Investment Rating - Not provided in the report Core Viewpoints - The nickel and stainless steel futures markets showed weak intraday oscillations, with the overall non - ferrous metals market relatively soft and no significant changes in the fundamentals [4]. - There are still supports in the new energy sector. The nickel salt supply is tight, and price increases are frequent, expected to remain strong. The nickel - iron price is firm, but high - price transactions have declined [4]. - The stainless steel futures price once fell below 12,900, and the spot market offered discounts. There was some improvement in transactions, but the fundamental momentum is currently calming down, and attention should be paid to subsequent macro - level trends [4]. - Although the takeover of a small part of the PT Weda Bay nickel mine has limited impact on actual production, it has raised concerns about the nickel ore supply [4][6]. - The news of Antam and CATL promoting the construction of an integrated nickel smelter in Indonesia supports the long - term demand for nickel in the new energy field [6] Key Points by Category Price Forecast - The predicted price range for Shanghai nickel is 118,000 - 126,000 yuan/ton, with a current 20 - day rolling volatility of 15.17% and a historical percentile of 3.2% [3]. - The predicted price range for stainless steel is 12,500 - 13,100 yuan/ton, with a current 20 - day rolling volatility of 7.61% and a historical percentile of 1.1% [3] Risk Management Strategies Shanghai Nickel - **Inventory Management**: When facing the risk of product price decline and inventory depreciation, 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 [3]. - **Procurement Management**: When worried about rising raw material prices, buy Shanghai nickel forward contracts (far - month NI contracts) according to the production plan, sell put options (on - exchange/over - the - counter options), and buy out - of - the - money call options (on - exchange/over - the - counter options) [3] Stainless Steel - **Inventory Management**: When facing the risk of product price decline and inventory depreciation, 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 [4]. - **Procurement Management**: When worried about rising raw material prices, buy stainless steel forward contracts (far - month SS contracts) according to the production plan, sell put options (on - exchange/over - the - counter options), and buy out - of - the - money call options (on - exchange/over - the - counter options) [4] Market Data Nickel Futures - The closing price of Shanghai nickel main - continuous contract is 121,790 yuan/ton, with a 0% change [8]. - The closing price of Shanghai nickel continuous - one contract is 121,990 yuan/ton, down 0.67% [8]. - The closing price of Shanghai nickel continuous - two contract is 122,180 yuan/ton, down 0.63% [8]. - The closing price of Shanghai nickel continuous - three contract is 122,370 yuan/ton, down 0.63% [8]. - The LME nickel 3M price is 15,445 US dollars/ton, down 0.63% [8] Stainless Steel Futures - The closing price of stainless steel main - continuous contract is 12,935 yuan/ton, with a 0% change [11]. - The closing price of stainless steel continuous - one contract is 12,935 yuan/ton, down 0.27% [11]. - The closing price of stainless steel continuous - two contract is 12,985 yuan/ton, down 0.27% [11]. - The closing price of stainless steel continuous - three contract is 13,060 yuan/ton, down 0.19% [11] Inventory Data - Domestic social nickel inventory is 41,055 tons, an increase of 1,125 tons [12]. - LME nickel inventory is 228,468 tons, an increase of 2,034 tons [12]. - Stainless steel social inventory is 902,600 tons, a decrease of 16,100 tons [13]. - Nickel pig iron inventory is 28,652 tons, a decrease of 614.5 tons [13] News and Event Analysis Positive Factors - Indonesia's APNI plans to revise the HPM formula by adding elements such as iron and cobalt [7]. - Indonesia shortens the nickel ore quota license period from three years to one year [7]. - Stainless steel inventories have decreased for several consecutive weeks [7]. - The takeover of part of the PT Weda Bay nickel mine by the Indonesian forestry working group [7]. - CATL and Antam promote the construction of an integrated nickel smelter in Indonesia [7][6] Negative Factors - High pure nickel inventories [7]. - Sino - US tariff disturbances [7]. - Uncertainty in the EU's stainless steel import tariffs has increased [7]. - South Korea's anti - dumping duty on Chinese stainless steel thick plates has been implemented [7]. - Relatively weak stainless steel spot transactions [7]

国信期货分析指出，美联储9月议息会议宣布降息25个基点，整体符合市场预期。由于降息预期已被部 分提前定价，决议公布后市场短期出现"买预期、卖事实"的操作，引发获利了结，导致金银价格技术性 回调。整体来看，短期技术性回调属于健康调整，并不改变贵金属中长期看涨格局。关键需关注纽约金 在3550美元及纽约银在40美元附近的支撑效力，若企稳夯实，叠加美联储宽松周期延续、地缘不确定性 持续以及多国央行增持黄金的趋势，金银仍有望重拾升势。操作上可借助回调分批布局，中长期维持看 多观点。 9月17日，亚市盘中金价持续飙升，盘中触及3727.3美元/盎司，美联储虽如期降息，但鲍威尔鹰派表态 下，金价承压回落。截至收盘，COMEX黄金期货跌0.82%报3694.60美元/盎司；截至亚市收盘，黄金 ETF华夏(518850)跌0.8%，黄金股ETF(159562)跌1.71%。 消息面上，当地时间9月17日，美联储如期降息25个基点，将联邦基金利率下调至4.00%~4.25%，为年 内首次降息，也是时隔9个月后重启降息。同时，美联储下调超额准备金利率25个基点至4.15%，下调 储备金利率25个基点至4%。鲍威尔发布鹰派言论称本 ...

美联储如期降息！ 当地时间9月17日，美联储最新的联邦公开市场委员会（FOMC）货币政策会议纪要显示，美联储决定将联邦基金利 率目标区间下调25个基点，至4.00%~4.25%之间。这是美联储自2024年12月以来的首次降息。 尽管美国通胀率有所上升，并维持在略高的水平，但近几个月新增就业远低于预期让美联储终于采取降息措施。近 期指标显示，美国上半年经济活动增长放缓，就业增长放缓，经济前景的不确定性依然存在，就业下行风险上升。 会议纪要显示，委员会将继续减持美国国债、机构债券和机构抵押贷款支持证券。美联储将维持当前资产负债表缩 减速度。 刚被任命的美联储理事、目前仍担任白宫经济顾问委员会主席的斯蒂芬·米兰是唯一持不同意见的，他支持降息50个 基点。 随政策会议纪要一同发布的点阵图也显示，美联储官员预计到年底将再降息50个基点，未来两年每年再降息25个基 点。不出意外，点阵图上也出现了刺眼的"白宫降息呼声"。 毫无疑问，点阵图上最突兀的那个点有极大概率来自米兰。按照他的预期，9月降息后，美联储应该在年内再额外 进行至少100个基点的降息。 点阵图同时显示，9月降息后，除米兰外的18位官员中，有1人认为年底前应该 ...

担忧就业风险增长 "委员会密切关注双重使命下的风险，并认为就业方面的下行风险有所增加。就业增长放缓，失业率略 有上升。"利率声明如是显示。这是本次利率声明最大的变动之处：在上次利率会议上，美联储对此的 表述是"劳动力市场稳健"。 北京时间9月18日凌晨，在结束为期两天的货币政策会议后，美联储宣布将联邦基金利率目标区间下调 25个基点到4.00%至4.25%之间。这是美联储自2025年1月以来的首次降息。美联储在利率声明中表示， 近期指标显示，美国上半年经济活动增长放缓，就业增长放缓，通胀率有所上升。鉴于风险平衡变化， 委员会决定将降息25个基点。 美联储主席鲍威尔在新闻发布会上表示，本次降息属于"风险管理"性质的举措，外界不要误以为美联储 会在政治压力下作出利率决定。对于当天的降息决议，美国股市反应温和，美元兑一篮子主要货币汇率 则出现下跌，美债收益率波动有限。利率期货市场预计，美联储在10月例会上再次降息的概率超过 90%。 事实上，最新多项出炉的数据显示，美国就业市场已显现出走弱迹象——这早已为美联储本次重启降息 埋下"伏笔"。在8月末在杰克逊霍尔央行年会的讲话中，鲍威尔就强调了就业下行的风险，并指出"风 ...