Group 1: Precious Metals - Precious metal prices are under pressure due to trading congestion, the new Federal Reserve Chairman, and declines in US tech stocks [1][2] - The nomination of the new Federal Reserve Chairman is expected to significantly impact the dollar and US Treasury yields [2] - Central bank gold purchases and rising gold ETF holdings are projected to support gold prices through 2026 [1][2] - London silver leasing rates have decreased, while US silver inventories are declining rapidly [1][2] Group 2: Copper - The nomination of hawkish Kevin Walsh as the next Federal Reserve Chairman is leading to expectations of balance sheet reduction and a stronger dollar, putting downward pressure on copper prices [3] - The market is expected to continue digesting macroeconomic correction pressures, but supply disruptions and an anticipated widening global copper mine deficit may provide price support [3] Group 3: Aluminum - Macro sentiment has cooled, leading to downward pressure on aluminum prices due to tightening liquidity from falling US stocks and short-term policy tightening expectations [4] - The aluminum processing comprehensive operating rate has decreased by 1.5 percentage points to 59.4% compared to the previous week [4] - Seasonal inventory accumulation during the off-peak period is expected to further suppress aluminum prices [4] Group 4: Tin - Tin prices have significantly corrected due to a retreat in macro sentiment and liquidation by bullish funds [5] - The return to normalcy in Indonesian RKAB approvals and increased activity in exchanges, along with high ore prices, have alleviated supply concerns [5] - Tin prices are shifting from a "panic-driven" phase to a "supply-demand normalization" phase [5] Group 5: Energy Metals - Lithium carbonate inventories continued to decline, indicating strong demand despite seasonal production decreases [6] - Anticipated reductions in battery export tax rebates may lead to front-loaded battery demand, maintaining robust off-peak demand [6] - Cobalt prices remain high due to tight upstream raw material supply, while cobalt companies are extending into electric new downstream sectors to enhance competitive barriers [6] Group 6: Rare Earths - Prices of praseodymium and neodymium oxides are continuously rising due to tight supply-demand dynamics and pre-holiday stocking needs [7] - The investment value of rare earths as a strategic resource is viewed positively [7] Group 7: Minor Metals - Tungsten prices have surged due to policy regulation and replenishment, driven by crackdowns on illegal mining and strong pre-holiday stocking [8] - Supply constraints and high costs are expected to keep tungsten prices elevated despite potential volume reductions during the Spring Festival [8] - Uranium prices are anticipated to rise due to rigid supply and ongoing nuclear power development, leading to a persistent supply-demand gap [8]