Report Summary 1. Investment Rating - No investment rating for the industry is provided in the report. 2. Core Viewpoints - The pre - holiday sentiment is cautious, with the market fluctuating. After suggesting taking profits, short - term investors are advised to wait and see. The tariff issue has a marginal effect, and the current focus is on the direction of spot freight rates. The main contract has shown a seasonal rebound, and it is recommended to participate with a light position or wait and see. Attention should be paid to tariff policies, the Middle East situation, and spot freight rates [1][5][6]. 3. Summary by Related Content a. Freight Index - On December 29, the Shanghai Export Container Settlement Freight Index (SCFIS) for the European route was 1742.64 points, up 9.7% from the previous period; for the US - West route, it was 1301.41 points, up 35.3% from the previous period [2]. - On December 26, the Shanghai Export Container Freight Index (SCFI) was 1656.32 points, up 103.4 points from the previous period. The SCFI price for the European route was 1690 USD/TEU, up 10.24% from the previous period; for the US - West route, it was 2188 USD/FEU, up 9.84% from the previous period [3]. - On December 26, the Ningbo Export Container Freight Index (NCFI) composite index was 1094.77 points, up 7.24% from the previous period. The NCFI for the European route was 1144.37 points, up 7.22% from the previous period; for the US - West route, it was 1254.91 points, up 2.16% from the previous period. The China Export Container Freight Index (CCFI) composite index was 1124.73 points, up 0.6% from the previous period. The CCFI for the European route was 1473.90 points, up 0.2% from the previous period; for the US - West route, it was 792.06 points, down 0.9% from the previous period [4]. b. Economic Data - The eurozone's November composite PMI preliminary value was 52.4, slightly lower than October's 52.5, remaining above the boom - bust line of 50. The service sector PMI preliminary value was 53.1, higher than the previous value and the expected value, achieving the best monthly performance in a year and a half. The eurozone's December Sentix investor confidence index was - 6.2, better than the expected - 7 and the previous - 7.4 [5]. - In November, China's manufacturing PMI was 49.2%, up 0.2 percentage points from the previous month. In October, the composite PMI output index was 49.7, down 0.3 percentage points from the previous month, falling below the boom - bust line for the first time since 2023 [5]. - The US November S&P Global services PMI preliminary value was 55, higher than the expected 54.6 and the previous 54.8. The US November S&P Global composite PMI preliminary value was 54.8, rising for the second consecutive month, with an expected 54.6 and a previous 54.6 [5]. c. Futures Market - On December 30, the main contract 2602 closed at 1795.1, down 2.08%. The trading volume was 24,800 lots, and the open interest was 27,900 lots, a decrease of 2582 lots from the previous day. Due to strong pre - holiday caution and some long - position funds leaving the market, the main contract fluctuated downward [6]. d. Investment Strategies - Short - term strategy: After the main contract reached a new high, it was recommended to take full profits. Short - term investors are advised to wait and see and not to add more positions [7]. - Arbitrage strategy: In the context of international turmoil, each contract still follows the seasonal logic with large fluctuations. It is recommended to wait and see or try with a light position [7]. - Long - term strategy: It was recommended to take profits when each contract reached a high and wait for the price to stabilize after a pullback before making further judgments [7]. e. Contract Adjustments - The daily price limit for contracts 2508 - 2606 was adjusted to 18%. The company's margin for contracts 2508 - 2606 was adjusted to 28%. The daily opening limit for all contracts 2508 - 2606 was 100 lots [7]. f. Geopolitical Event - On December 28 (local time), the Israeli Defense Forces confirmed that last week, its delegation signed the 2026 tri - military cooperation work plan with the military representatives of Greece and Cyprus in Cyprus, as well as bilateral military cooperation plans between Israel and Greece and between Israel and Cyprus [8].

Report Summary 1. Report Industry Investment Rating No information about the report industry investment rating is provided in the given content. 2. Core Viewpoints - The pre - holiday sentiment is one of strong wait - and - see. The futures market is oscillating, and it is recommended to take profits and then mainly adopt a wait - and - see approach in the short term [1][7] - The tariff issue has a marginal effect, and the current core lies in the direction of spot freight rates. The main contract has shown a seasonal rebound, and it is suggested to participate lightly or wait and see [5] - Attention should be paid to tariff policies, the Middle East situation, and the spot freight rate situation [6] 3. Summary by Related Catalogs SCFIS, NCFI, and Other Freight Rate Indexes - On December 29, the Shanghai Export Container Settlement Freight Index (SCFIS) for the European route was 1742.64 points, up 9.7% from the previous period; for the US - West route, it was 1301.41 points, up 35.3% from the previous period [2] - On December 26, the Shanghai Export Container Freight Index (SCFI) was 1656.32 points, up 103.4 points from the previous period; the SCFI European line price was 1690 USD/TEU, up 10.24% from the previous period; the SCFI US - West route was 2188 USD/FEU, up 9.84% from the previous period [3] - On December 26, the Ningbo Export Container Freight Index (NCFI) composite index was 1094.77 points, up 7.24% from the previous period; the NCFI European route was 1144.37 points, up 7.22% from the previous period; the NCFI US - West route was 1254.91 points, up 2.16% from the previous period [4] - On December 26, the China Export Container Freight Index (CCFI) composite index was 1124.73 points, up 0.6% from the previous period; the CCFI European route was 1473.90 points, up 0.2% from the previous period; the CCFI US - West route was 792.06 points, down 0.9% from the previous period [4] Economic Data - The eurozone's November composite PMI preliminary value was 52.4, slightly lower than October's 52.5, remaining above the boom - bust line of 50. The service sector PMI preliminary value was 53.1, higher than the previous value of 53 and better than the expected value of 52.8 [5] - The eurozone's December Sentix investor confidence index was - 6.2, with an expected value of - 7 and a previous value of - 7.4 [5] - In November, the manufacturing PMI was 49.2%, up 0.2 percentage points from the previous month. In October, the composite PMI output index was 49.7, down 0.3 percentage points from the previous month, falling below the boom - bust line for the first time since 2023 [5] - The US November S&P Global services PMI preliminary value was 55, with an expected value of 54.6 and a previous value of 54.8; the US November S&P Global composite PMI preliminary value was 54.8, rising for the second consecutive month [5] Futures Market - On December 30, the main contract 2602 closed at 1795.1, down 2.08% with a trading volume of 24,800 lots and an open interest of 27,900 lots, a decrease of 2582 lots from the previous day [6] - Due to strong pre - holiday wait - and - see sentiment and some long - position funds reducing their positions, the main contract oscillated downward [6] Investment Strategies - Short - term strategy: The main contract has reached a new high. It is recommended to take all profits and mainly wait and see in the short term, not to continue adding positions [7] - Arbitrage strategy: Against the backdrop of international turmoil, each contract still follows seasonal logic with large fluctuations. It is recommended to wait and see temporarily or try with a light position [7] - Long - term strategy: It is recommended to take profits when each contract reaches a high, wait for the price to stabilize after a pull - back, and then judge the subsequent trend [7] Contract Adjustments - The daily limit for contracts 2508 - 2606 is adjusted to 18% [7] - The margin of the company for contracts 2508 - 2606 is adjusted to 28% [7] - The daily opening limit for all contracts 2508 - 2606 is 100 lots [7] Geopolitical Event - On December 28 (local time), the Israeli Defense Forces confirmed that last week, its delegation signed the 2026 tripartite military cooperation work plan with the military representatives of Greece and Cyprus in Cyprus, as well as bilateral military cooperation plans between Israel and Greece and between Israel and Cyprus [8]

Report Industry Investment Rating - Not provided in the content Core Viewpoints of the Report - SCFIS has significantly increased, but the futures market has fallen after reaching a high due to pre - holiday caution towards funds. The focus should be on tariff policies, the Middle East situation, and spot freight rates. The core issue is the direction of spot freight rates, and the main contract has shown a seasonal rebound. It is recommended to participate with a light position or wait and see [1][5][6] - The tariff issue has a marginal effect, and the current focus is on the trend of spot freight rates. The main contract has had a seasonal rebound, suggesting light - position participation or waiting and seeing [5] Summary by Relevant Catalogs SCFIS and NCFI Freight Indexes - On December 29, the Shanghai Export Container Settlement Freight Index (SCFIS) for the European route was 1742.64 points, up 9.7% from the previous period; for the US West route, it was 1301.41 points, up 35.3% from the previous period [2] - On December 26, the Shanghai Export Container Freight Index (SCFI) was 1656.32 points, up 103.4 points from the previous period. The SCFI price for the European route was 1690 USD/TEU, up 10.24% from the previous period; for the US West route, it was 2188 USD/FEU, up 9.84% from the previous period [3] - On December 26, the Ningbo Export Container Freight Index (NCFI) composite index was 1094.77 points, up 7.24% from the previous period. The NCFI for the European route was 1144.37 points, up 7.22% from the previous period; for the US West route, it was 1254.91 points, up 2.16% from the previous period [4] - On December 26, the China Export Container Freight Index (CCFI) composite index was 1124.73 points, up 0.6% from the previous period. The CCFI for the European route was 1473.90 points, up 0.2% from the previous period; for the US West route, it was 792.06 points, down 0.9% from the previous period [4] Economic Data - The preliminary value of the Eurozone's November composite PMI was 52.4, slightly lower than October's 52.5, remaining above the boom - bust line of 50. The service sector PMI preliminary value was 53.1, higher than the previous and expected values, achieving the best monthly performance in a year and a half. The Eurozone's December Sentix investor confidence index was - 6.2, better than the expected - 7 and the previous - 7.4 [5] - In November, China's manufacturing PMI was 49.2%, up 0.2 percentage points from the previous month. In October, the composite PMI output index was 49.7, down 0.3 percentage points from the previous month, falling below the boom - bust line for the first time since 2023 [5] - The preliminary value of the US November S&P Global services PMI was 55, higher than the expected 54.6 and the previous 54.8. The preliminary value of the US November S&P Global composite PMI was 54.8, rising for the second consecutive month, higher than the expected and previous values of 54.6 [5] Futures Market - On December 29, the main contract 2602 closed at 1822.9, up 0.87%, with a trading volume of 24,400 lots and an open interest of 30,400 lots, down 1412 lots from the previous day [6] Investment Strategies - Short - term strategy: The main contract has reached a new high, and it is recommended to take all profits. It is advisable to wait and see for the short term and not to add more positions [7] - Arbitrage strategy: Against the backdrop of international turmoil, each contract still follows the seasonal logic with large fluctuations. It is recommended to wait and see or try with a light position [7] - Long - term strategy: It is recommended to take profits when each contract reaches a high and wait for the price to stabilize after a pull - back before determining the subsequent direction [7] Contract Adjustments - The daily limit for contracts 2508 - 2606 has been adjusted to 18% [7] - The margin of the company for contracts 2508 - 2606 has been adjusted to 28% [7] - The daily opening limit for all contracts 2508 - 2606 is 100 lots [7] Geopolitical News - On December 28, local time, the Israeli Defense Forces confirmed that last week, its delegation signed a tri - lateral military cooperation work plan for 2026 with military representatives from Greece and Cyprus in Cyprus, and also signed bilateral military cooperation plans between Israel and Greece and between Israel and Cyprus [8]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating - No information provided 2. Core Viewpoints - The market has no clear trading direction, the price fluctuates, and investors should pay attention to potential reversal signals. It is recommended to take profits and wait and see in the short - term [1] - The tariff issue has a marginal effect, and the current core is the trend of spot freight rates. The main contract has a seasonal rebound, and it is recommended to participate with a light position or wait and see [1] - In the context of international situation turmoil, contracts follow seasonal logic with large fluctuations. It is recommended to wait and see or try with a light position for the arbitrage strategy [1] - For the long - term strategy, it is recommended to take profits when the contracts reach a high, wait for a pullback to stabilize, and then judge the subsequent direction [1] 3. Summary by Related Catalogs 3.1 SCFIS and NCFI Freight Rate Index - On December 26, the NCFI (composite index) was 1094.77 points, up 7.24% from the previous period; the SCFIS (European route) was 1589.20 points, up 5.2%; the NCFI (European route) was 1144.37 points, up 7.22%; the SCFIS (US West route) was 962.10 points, up 4.1%; the NCFI (US West route) was 1254.91 points, up 2.16% [1] - On December 26, the SCFI was 1656.32 points, up 103.4 points from the previous period; the CCFI (composite index) was 1124.73 points, up 0.6%; the SCFI European line price was 11690 USD/TEU, up 10.24%; the CCFI (European route) was 1473.90 points, up 0.2%; the SCFI US West route was 2188 USD/FEU, up 9.84%; the CCFI (US West route) was 792.06 points, down 0.9% [1] 3.2 Economic Data - The eurozone's November composite PMI preliminary value was 52.4, slightly lower than October's 52.5, staying above the boom - bust line of 50. The service industry PMI preliminary value was 53.1, better than expected [1] - The eurozone's December Sentix investor confidence index was - 6.2, expected - 7, previous value - 7.4 [1] - In November, China's manufacturing PMI was 49.2%, up 0.2 percentage points from the previous month. In October, the composite PMI output index was 49.7, down 0.3 percentage points from the previous month [1] - The US November S&P Global services PMI preliminary value was 55, expected 54.6, previous value 54.8. The US November S&P Global composite PMI preliminary value was 54.8, rising for the second consecutive month [1] 3.3 Market and Contract Information - On December 26, the main contract 2602 closed at 1824.5, up 0.161%, with a trading volume of 2.66 million lots and an open interest of 31,800 lots, down 2401 lots from the previous day [1] - The daily trading limit for contracts 2508 - 2606 was adjusted to 18% [1] - The margin for contracts 2508 - 2606 was adjusted to 28% [1] - The daily opening limit for all contracts 2508 - 2606 was set at 100 lots [1]

Report Summary 1. Report Industry Investment Rating No industry investment rating is provided in the given content. 2. Core Viewpoints - The market has no clear trading direction, with the market fluctuating. Traders should pay attention to potential reversal signals. It is recommended to take profits and then adopt a short - term wait - and - see approach [1]. - The tariff issue has a marginal effect, and the current core lies in the direction of spot freight rates. The main contract has shown a seasonal rebound, suggesting light - position participation or a wait - and - see attitude [1]. - Amid the volatile international situation, each contract maintains a seasonal logic with large fluctuations. It is advisable to wait and see or try with a light position for the arbitrage strategy [1]. - For the long - term strategy, it is recommended to take profits when the contracts reach high points, wait for the price to stabilize after a pull - back, and then determine the subsequent direction [1]. 3. Summary by Related Content 3.1 Freight Index Changes - On December 26, the Ningbo Export Container Freight Index (NCFI) (composite index) was 1094.77 points, up 7.24% from the previous period; the Shanghai Export Container Settlement Freight Index (SCFIS) (European route) was 1589.20 points, up 5.2%; the NCFI (European route) was 1144.37 points, up 7.22%; the SCFIS (US West route) was 962.10 points, up 4.1%; the NCFI (US West route) was 1254.91 points, up 2.16% [1]. - On December 26, the Shanghai Export Container Freight Index (SCFI) was 1656.32 points, up 103.4 points from the previous period; the China Export Container Freight Index (CCFI) (composite index) was 1124.73 points, up 0.6%; the SCFI European route price was 11690 USD/TEU, up 10.24%; the CCFI (European route) was 1473.90 points, up 0.2%; the SCFI US West route was 2188 USD/FEU, up 9.84%; the CCFI (US West route) was 792.06 points, down 0.9% [1]. 3.2 Economic Data - The eurozone's November composite PMI preliminary value was 52.4, slightly lower than October's 52.5, remaining above the boom - bust line of 50. The service sector PMI preliminary value was 53.1, higher than the previous value and the expected value, achieving the best monthly performance in a year and a half. The eurozone's December Sentix investor confidence index was - 6.2, better than the expected - 7 and the previous value of - 7.4 [1]. - In November, the manufacturing PMI was 49.2%, up 0.2 percentage points from the previous month. In October, the composite PMI output index was 49.7, down 0.3 percentage points from the previous month, falling below the boom - bust line for the first time since 2023 [1]. - The preliminary value of the US November S&P Global Services PMI was 55, higher than the expected 54.6 and the previous value of 54.8. The preliminary value of the US November S&P Global Composite PMI was 54.8, rising for the second consecutive month, higher than the expected 54.6 and the previous value of 54.6 [1]. 3.3 Contract Information - On December 26, the main contract 2602 closed at 1824.5, with a gain of 0.161%, a trading volume of 2.66 million lots, and an open interest of 31,800 lots, down 2401 lots from the previous day [1]. - The daily limit for contracts 2508 - 2606 was adjusted to 18%, the margin was adjusted to 28%, and the daily opening position limit for all contracts 2508 - 2606 was 100 lots [1].

Group 1: Report Summary - The report is a container shipping daily report dated December 24, 2025, focusing on shipping research [1] Group 2: Market Performance - On December 22, SCFIS (European route) was 1589.20 points, up 5.2% from the previous period; SCFIS (US West route) was 962.10 points, up 4.1% [3] - On December 19, SCFI published price was 1552.92 points, up 46.46 points from the previous period; SCFI European line price was 1533 USD/TEU, down 0.33%; SCFI US West route was 1992 USD/FEU, up 11.91% [4] - On December 19, NCFI (composite index) was 1094.77 points, up 3.20%; NCFI (European route) was 1067.29 points, up 0.30%; NCFI (US West route) was 1228.34 points, up 19.28% [5] - On December 19, CCFI (composite index) was 1124.73 points, up 0.6%; CCFI (European route) was 1473.90 points, up 0.2%; CCFI (US West route) was 792.06 points, down 0.9% [5] - On December 23, the main contract 2602 closed at 1806.6, down 0.86%, with a trading volume of 41,700 lots and an open interest of 35,000 lots, a decrease of 1506 lots from the previous day [7] Group 3: Economic Indicators - The eurozone's November composite PMI preliminary value was 52.4, slightly lower than October's 52.5, remaining above the boom - bust line of 50; the services PMI preliminary value was 53.1, better than expected [6] - The eurozone's December Sentix investor confidence index was - 6.2, better than the expected - 7 [6] - In November, China's manufacturing PMI was 49.2%, up 0.2 percentage points from the previous month; in October, the composite PMI output index was 49.7, down 0.3 percentage points from the previous month [6] - The US November S&P Global services PMI preliminary value was 55, better than expected; the composite PMI preliminary value was 54.8, rising for the second consecutive month [6] Group 4: Market Analysis and Strategies - Spot freight rate increases were lower than expected, and long - positions taking profits led to downward pressure on the market. Attention should be paid to tariff policies, the Middle East situation, and spot freight rates [7] - Short - term strategy: After the main contract reached a new high, it was recommended to take full profits and wait and see, not to add positions [8] - Arbitrage strategy: In the context of international situation turmoil, contracts follow seasonal logic with large fluctuations. It is recommended to wait and see or try with light positions [8] - Long - term strategy: It was recommended to take profits when contracts reached high levels and wait for a pull - back to stabilize before judging the subsequent direction [8] - The daily limit for contracts 2508 - 2606 was adjusted to 18%, the margin was adjusted to 28%, and the daily opening limit for all contracts 2508 - 2606 was 100 lots [8] Group 5: Geopolitical Information - On December 22, the Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman emphasized that Iran's missile program is for self - sovereignty, and its defense capabilities will not be a negotiation topic. He also pointed out that Israel's aggression is the root cause of the Middle East's problems [9]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating - Not provided in the given content 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - Spot freight rate increases fell short of expectations, and combined with long - position holders taking profits and leaving the market, the futures market faced downward pressure. It is recommended to take profits and then adopt a wait - and - see approach in the short term [2][7] - The tariff issue has a marginal effect, and the current core is the direction of spot freight rates. The main contract has shown a seasonal rebound, and it is recommended to participate with a light position or wait and see [6] 3. Summary by Related Content Areas 3.1 Freight Rate Index - On December 22, the Shanghai Export Container Settlement Freight Index (SCFIS) for the European route was 1589.20 points, up 5.2% from the previous period; for the US West route, it was 962.10 points, up 4.1% from the previous period [3] - On December 19, the Shanghai Export Container Freight Index (SCFI) announced a price of 1552.92 points, up 46.46 points from the previous period. The SCFI price for the European route was 1533 USD/TEU, down 0.33% from the previous period; for the US West route, it was 1992 USD/FEU, up 11.91% from the previous period [4] - On December 19, the Ningbo Export Container Freight Index (NCFI) composite index was 1094.77 points, up 3.20% from the previous period; the NCFI for the European route was 1067.29 points, up 0.30% from the previous period; for the US West route, it was 1228.34 points, up 19.28% from the previous period. The China Export Container Freight Index (CCFI) composite index was 1124.73 points, up 0.6% from the previous period; for the European route, it was 1473.90 points, up 0.2% from the previous period; for the US West route, it was 792.06 points, down 0.9% from the previous period [5] 3.2 Economic Data - The eurozone's November composite PMI preliminary value was 52.4, slightly lower than October's 52.5, remaining above the boom - bust line of 50. The service - sector PMI preliminary value was 53.1, higher than the previous value and expected value. The eurozone's December Sentix investor confidence index was - 6.2, better than the expected - 7 [6] - In November, China's manufacturing PMI was 49.2%, up 0.2 percentage points from the previous month. In October, the composite PMI output index was 49.7, down 0.3 percentage points from the previous month, falling below the boom - bust line for the first time since 2023 [6] - The US November S&P Global services PMI preliminary value was 55, higher than the expected 54.6; the composite PMI preliminary value was 54.8, rising for the second consecutive month [6] 3.3 Futures Market - On December 23, the main contract 2602 closed at 1806.6, down 0.86%, with a trading volume of 41,700 lots and an open interest of 35,000 lots, a decrease of 1506 lots from the previous day [7] 3.4 Investment Strategies - Short - term strategy: The main contract reached a new high, and it was recommended to take all profits. It is recommended to wait and see in the short term and not to add more positions [8] - Arbitrage strategy: Against the backdrop of international turmoil, each contract still follows seasonal logic with large fluctuations. It is recommended to wait and see or try with a light position [8] - Long - term strategy: It was recommended to take profits when each contract reached a high, wait for the price to stabilize after a pullback, and then determine the subsequent direction [8] 3.5 Other Information - The daily limit for contracts 2508 - 2606 was adjusted to 18% [8] - The company's margin for contracts 2508 - 2606 was adjusted to 28% [8] - The daily opening position limit for all contracts 2508 - 2606 was 100 lots [8]

Report Summary 1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - The tariff issue has a marginal effect, and the current core is the trend of spot freight rates. The main contract has shown a seasonal rebound, and it is recommended to participate with a light position or wait and see [3]. - Market sentiment is bearish, with a decline in bullish sentiment. Some liner companies' freight rates in early January are lower than the announced increases, and the main contract is fluctuating weakly. Attention should be paid to tariff policies, the Middle East situation, and spot freight rates [3]. 3. Summary by Relevant Catalog Shipping Index Data - On December 15, the Shanghai Export Container Settlement Freight Index (SCFIS) for the European route was 1510.56 points, up 0.1% from the previous period; the SCFIS for the US - West route was 924.36 points, down 3.8% from the previous period [2]. - On December 12, the Ningbo Export Container Freight Index (NCFI) for the comprehensive index was 1060.86 points, up 10.23% from the previous period; the NCFI for the European route was 1064.13 points, up 9.98% from the previous period; the NCFI for the US - West route was 1029.8 points, up 17.28% from the previous period [2]. - On December 12, the Shanghai Export Container Freight Index (SCFI) published price was 1506.461 points, up 108.83 points from the previous period; the SCFI European - line price was 1538 USD/TEU, up 9.86% from the previous period; the SCFI US - West route was 1780 USD/FEU, up 14.84% from the previous period [2]. - On December 12, the China Export Container Freight Index (CCFI) for the comprehensive index was 1118.07 points, up 0.3% from the previous period; the CCFI for the European route was 1470.55 points, up 1.6% from the previous period; the CCFI for the US - West route was 798.95 points, down 2.3% from the previous period [2]. Economic Data - The eurozone's November composite PMI flash was 52.4, slightly lower than October's 52.5, remaining above the boom - bust line of 50. The services PMI flash was 53.1, higher than the previous value and the expected value, achieving the best monthly performance in a year and a half [2]. - The eurozone's December Sentix investor confidence index was - 6.2, better than the expected - 7 and the previous - 7.4 [2]. - In November, China's manufacturing PMI was 49.2%, up 0.2 percentage points from the previous month, with improved business levels. In October, the composite PMI output index was 49.7, down 0.3 percentage points from the previous month, falling below the boom - bust line for the first time since 2023 [3]. - The US November S&P Global services PMI flash was 55, better than the expected 54.6 and the previous 54.8. The US November S&P Global composite PMI flash was 54.8, rising for the second consecutive month, better than the expected 54.6 and the previous 54.6 [3]. Main Contract Data - On December 18, the main contract 2602 closed at 1668.8, with a decline of 3.06%, a trading volume of 27,000 lots, and an open interest of 31,600 lots, a decrease of 318 lots from the previous day [3]. Strategy Recommendations - Short - term strategy: The main contract has rebounded after a pullback, and the fluctuation of far - month contracts has slowed down. Risk - takers were previously advised to take a light - position long in the main contract, and now all positions are advised to be closed. No further positions are recommended, and no positions should be held without stop - loss. Stop - loss should be set [4]. - Arbitrage strategy: Against the backdrop of international turmoil, each contract still follows the seasonal logic with large fluctuations. It is recommended to wait and see or take a light - position attempt [4]. - Long - term strategy: All contracts are advised to take profit when the price rises, wait for the price to stabilize after a pullback, and then determine the subsequent direction [4]. Other Information - The daily trading limit for contracts 2508 - 2606 is adjusted to 18% [4]. - The company's margin for contracts 2508 - 2606 is adjusted to 28% [4]. - The daily opening limit for all contracts 2508 - 2606 is 100 lots [4].

Report Summary 1) Report Industry Investment Rating No information provided. 2) Core Viewpoints of the Report - The tariff issue has a marginal effect, and the current focus is on the direction of spot freight rates. The main contract has shown a seasonal rebound, and it is recommended to participate with a light position or wait and see [3]. - Due to the market's long - short game and the weakening of bullish sentiment, there are doubts about the subsequent freight rate trend, and the main contract has risen and then fallen. Attention should be paid to tariff policies, the Middle - East situation, and spot freight rate conditions [3]. 3) Summary by Related Content a. Freight Rate Index - On December 15, the Shanghai Export Container Settlement Freight Index (SCFIS) for the European route was 1510.56 points, up 0.1% from the previous period; for the US - West route, it was 924.36 points, down 3.8% from the previous period [2]. - On December 12, the Ningbo Export Container Freight Index (NCFI) composite index was 1060.86 points, up 10.23% from the previous period; the European route was 1064.13 points, up 9.98% from the previous period; the US - West route was 1029.8 points, up 17.28% from the previous period [2]. - On December 12, the Shanghai Export Container Freight Index (SCFI) announced price was 1506.461 points, up 108.83 points from the previous period; the European line price was 1538 USD/TEU, up 9.86% from the previous period; the US - West route was 1780 USD/FEU, up 14.84% from the previous period [2]. - On December 12, the China Export Container Freight Index (CCFI) composite index was 1118.07 points, up 0.3% from the previous period; the European route was 1470.55 points, up 1.6% from the previous period; the US - West route was 798.95 points, down 2.3% from the previous period [2]. b. Economic Data - The eurozone's November composite PMI preliminary value was 52.4, slightly lower than the October data of 52.5, remaining above the boom - bust line of 50. The service sector PMI preliminary value was 53.1, higher than the previous value and better than the expected value [2]. - The eurozone's December Sentix investor confidence index was - 6.2, with an expected value of - 7 and a previous value of - 7.4 [2]. - In November, China's manufacturing PMI was 49.2%, up 0.2 percentage points from the previous month. In October, the composite PMI output index was 49.7, down 0.3 percentage points from the previous month, falling below the boom - bust line for the first time since 2023 [3]. - The US November S&P Global services PMI preliminary value was 55, with an expected value of 54.6 and a previous value of 54.8. The US November S&P Global composite PMI preliminary value was 54.8, rising for the second consecutive month [3]. c. Main Contract Information - On December 17, the main contract 2602 closed at 1699.8, with a decline of 0.68%, a trading volume of 24,200 lots, and an open interest of 32,000 lots, a decrease of 512 lots from the previous day [3]. d. Investment Strategies - Short - term strategy: The main contract has rebounded after a pullback, and the fluctuation of far - month contracts has slowed down. Risk - preferring investors have been advised to take a light - position long on the main contract, and all positions have been advised to take profit. No additional positions are recommended, and no holding of losing positions is advised. Stop - loss should be set [4]. - Arbitrage strategy: Against the backdrop of international situation turmoil, each contract still follows the seasonal logic with large fluctuations. It is recommended to wait and see or try with a light position [4]. - Long - term strategy: All contracts have been advised to take profit when rising, and wait for the price to stabilize after a pullback before judging the subsequent direction [4]. e. Contract Adjustments - The daily price limit for contracts 2508 - 2606 has been adjusted to 18%. - The company's margin for contracts 2508 - 2606 has been adjusted to 28%. - The daily opening position limit for all contracts 2508 - 2606 is 100 lots [4].

Report Summary 1. Report Industry Investment Rating No information provided. 2. Core Viewpoints - The tariff issue has a marginal effect, and the current core is the direction of spot freight rates. The main contract has shown a seasonal rebound, and it is recommended to participate with a light position or wait and see [3]. - Due to the possible decline of market optimism and the latest quotes of some liner companies falling short of expectations, the market fluctuates downward. Attention should be paid to tariff policies, the Middle East situation, and spot freight rates [3]. 3. Section Summaries 3.1 SCFIS, NCFI, and Other Indexes - On December 15, the Shanghai Export Container Settlement Freight Index (SCFIS) for the European route was 1510.56 points, up 0.1% from the previous period; the SCFIS for the US - West route was 924.36 points, down 3.8% from the previous period [2]. - On December 12, the Ningbo Export Container Freight Index (NCFI) composite index was 1060.86 points, up 10.23% from the previous period; the NCFI for the European route was 1064.13 points, up 9.98% from the previous period; the NCFI for the US - West route was 1029.8 points, up 17.28% from the previous period [2]. - On December 12, the Shanghai Export Container Freight Index (SCFI) composite index was 1506.461 points, up 108.83 points from the previous period; the SCFI for the European route was 1538 USD/TEU, up 9.86% from the previous period; the SCFI for the US - West route was 1780 USD/FEU, up 14.84% from the previous period [2]. - On December 12, the China Export Container Freight Index (CCFI) composite index was 1118.07 points, up 0.3% from the previous period; the CCFI for the European route was 1470.55 points, up 1.6% from the previous period; the CCFI for the US - West route was 798.95 points, down 2.3% from the previous period [2]. 3.2 Economic Data - The euro - zone's November composite PMI preliminary value was 52.4, slightly lower than the October data of 52.5, remaining above the boom - bust line of 50. The service sector PMI preliminary value was 53.1, higher than the previous value and the expected value, achieving the best monthly performance in a year and a half [2]. - The euro - zone's December Sentix investor confidence index was - 6.2, better than the expected - 7 and the previous value of - 7.4 [2]. - In November, China's manufacturing PMI was 49.2%, up 0.2 percentage points from the previous month, with improved business conditions. In October, the composite PMI output index was 49.7, down 0.3 percentage points from the previous month, falling below the boom - bust line for the first time since 2023 [3]. - The preliminary value of the US November S&P Global services PMI was 55, higher than the expected 54.6 and the previous value of 54.8. The preliminary value of the US November S&P Global composite PMI was 54.8, rising for the second consecutive month, higher than the expected 54.6 and the previous value of 54.6 [3]. 3.3 Market Conditions and Strategies - On December 16, the main contract 2602 closed at 1686.8, down 1.62%, with a trading volume of 27,800 lots and an open interest of 32,500 lots, a decrease of 582 lots from the previous day [3]. - **Short - term strategy**: The main contract rebounds after a pullback, and the fluctuation of far - month contracts slows down. Risk - preferring investors have been advised to go long on the main contract with a light position, and all positions have been advised to take profit. No further position - adding or holding losses is recommended, and stop - losses should be set [4]. - **Arbitrage strategy**: Against the backdrop of international turmoil, each contract maintains a seasonal logic with large fluctuations. It is recommended to wait and see or try with a light position [4]. - **Long - term strategy**: All contracts have been advised to take profit when rising, and wait for the price to stabilize after a pullback before making further decisions [4]. - The daily limit for contracts 2508 - 2606 has been adjusted to 18%, the margin for these contracts has been adjusted to 28%, and the daily opening limit for all contracts 2508 - 2606 is 100 lots [4].