Fixed Income Research - The issuance rates for credit bonds have decreased, with overall changes ranging from -10 BP to -3 BP during the period from November 3 to November 9 [2] - The issuance scale of credit bonds has increased on a month-on-month basis, with net financing amounts also rising, except for corporate bonds which showed negative net financing [2] - Secondary market transactions for credit bonds have decreased, while short-term financing bonds saw a slight increase in transaction amounts [2] - Credit spreads have generally narrowed, with most varieties at historical low levels; 1-year credit spreads are within 1%, 3-year and 5-year within 5%, and 7-year around 10% [2] Metal Industry Research - The steel industry is entering a consumption off-season, leading to increased pressure on steel prices; some steel mills are planning maintenance, which may reduce supply [6] - Copper prices are supported by tight supply due to overseas mining accidents, while the impact of U.S. government actions on economic data is being monitored [6] - Aluminum prices are expected to remain volatile due to low alumina prices and domestic demand shifting from strong to weak [6] - Gold prices are influenced by U.S. government actions and geopolitical factors, with long-term trends favoring gold due to central bank purchases and a weakening dollar [6] - Lithium prices are under pressure from production resumption expectations, but strong fundamentals may support prices [6] - Rare earth prices are expected to improve as demand increases with anticipated growth in neodymium-iron-boron production [6][7] Investment Strategy - In the steel sector, policies aimed at stabilizing growth are expected to improve industry profitability, with demand in shipbuilding and construction likely to increase [7] - The copper industry is expected to benefit from tightening global supply and improving demand from key sectors like electric power and new energy vehicles [7] - The aluminum sector is projected to see improved profitability due to strict capacity limits and demand growth from new energy vehicles [8] - Gold remains attractive in the long term due to macroeconomic factors and geopolitical tensions [8] - The rare earth sector is poised for reevaluation due to export controls and strategic importance, with ongoing demand from robotics and new energy sectors [8][9] - Cobalt supply is expected to be constrained, while demand from electric vehicles and energy storage will likely keep the market tight [9]