1. Report Industry Investment Rating - The investment rating for pure benzene is neutral to bearish [4] - The investment rating for styrene is also neutral to bearish [6] 2. Core Views Pure Benzene - Supply: This week, the operating rate of pure benzene increased slightly, with supply rising and significant domestic supply pressure. There are few planned maintenance activities, and future supply is expected to remain at a high level. Ship reports indicate a large number of arrivals in the first 10 days of November, and the overall import volume in November is expected to be high [4] - Demand: The main downstream product, styrene, has low profit margins, leading to many planned future maintenance activities. The overall operating rate of downstream industries has declined again, and demand is expected to remain low in the short term [4] - Inventory: With a large number of incoming ships, port inventory is expected to accumulate in November [4] - Valuation: The BZN spread is low, indicating that the valuation of pure benzene is low [4] - Outlook: There is a mismatch between supply and demand for pure benzene, but the improving gasoline blending demand in Europe and the United States may provide some support. Future demand for pure benzene is expected to be weak, and combined with high supply, the fundamentals are expected to remain weak in the short term. OPEC+ has announced a suspension of production increases in the first quarter of next year, and a potential inflection point may occur in the first quarter of next year [4] Styrene - Supply: Due to a large number of maintenance activities, both the operating rate and production of styrene have declined, and the overall future supply is expected to be low [6] - Demand: The overall downstream demand has decreased, and the overall operating rate has declined. There are new PS installations in operation, and new ABS installations may come online in mid - November. The finished product inventory pressure in downstream industries remains, and demand is expected to recover slowly [6] - Inventory: With many styrene maintenance activities, overall inventory is expected to decrease in November [6] - Valuation: The BZ - SM spread is low, indicating that the valuation of styrene is low [6] - Outlook: Styrene supply has tightened significantly, and inventory may decrease in November. Considering the overseas gasoline blending support for pure benzene, styrene is expected to trade sideways in the short term. Some far - month spreads have reached a risk - free level, which is worth attention [6] 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs Pure Benzene Supply - The operating rate of pure benzene has been at a high level, and the supply is abundant. There were new maintenance activities at Zhongyuan Ethylene last week. Looking at the annual data, the supply situation is relatively stable, with the total supply in 2025 ranging from 252.88 to 280.26 million tons in different months [4][14][50] - Many enterprises have ongoing or planned maintenance, such as Changyi Petrochemical, Jincheng Petrochemical, etc., with some having undetermined restart times [15] Demand - The overall operating rate of downstream industries is expected to decline, and the profit margins remain low. The main downstream products, including styrene, caprolactam, adipic acid, etc., have shown varying degrees of demand weakness [4][16][27] Inventory - Last week, the inventory at East China ports was 11.9 million tons, a month - on - month increase of 2.4 million tons. From the monthly data, the inventory is expected to accumulate from November to December, with the port inventory change showing an upward trend in some months [43][50] Valuation - The BZN spread is low, indicating a low valuation of pure benzene [43] External Market Support - The US - Asia arbitrage window has been closed, but the overseas gasoline blending demand may provide some support. In different regions, the demand for pure benzene varies: in North America, chemical demand is weak but gasoline blending demand is good; in Western Europe, demand is weak; in Asia, supply is sufficient, and the consumption of three S products is weak [44][49] Styrene Supply - The supply of styrene in November is expected to decline due to a large number of maintenance activities. There were no new maintenance installations last week, and supply in November and December is expected to be low [54][58] - Many enterprises have carried out or planned maintenance, such as Zhenhai Liande Phase II, Satellite Petrochemical, etc. [56] Demand - The overall downstream demand has decreased, but the profit margins of downstream industries are relatively good. The consumption of downstream products such as ABS, EbS, etc., shows different trends in different months [6][72][93] Inventory - As of now, the inventory at East China ports has decreased to 17.48 million tons, and at South China ports to 2.1 million tons. With the reduction in overall supply, inventory is expected to continue to decline [91] Valuation - The BZ - SM spread is low, indicating a low valuation of styrene [6] External Market Support - In Western Europe, demand is weak, and in Asia, demand is also relatively weak [7]

Group 1: Report Industry Investment Rating - Not provided in the content Group 2: Core Viewpoints of the Report - The energy and chemical sector remains weak, with the downward trend driven by the over - capacity of the chemical industry, the decline in crude oil costs, and the short - selling of market funds. Most varieties have seen a decline of over 10% since mid - September, and short positions can still be held [1][2] Group 3: Summary by Relevant Catalogs (1) Crude Oil - Logic: Geopolitical influence on crude oil is weakening, and the macro - drive is bearish. The main reason for the downward trend is the excess supply. OPEC + has increased production, and inventories have been rising. The downward trend continues, and attention should be paid to whether the April low can be broken [3] - Technical Analysis: The daily - level and hourly - level structures are both in a downward trend. The intraday performance is weak, and the short - position should be held with the short - term pressure at 447 for the 12 - contract [3] (2) Styrene (EB) - Logic: Although the supply - demand situation has slightly improved due to increased maintenance, port inventories are still accumulating, and there is a risk of price collapse due to the approaching seasonal inventory accumulation in January. Do not chase short positions [5][8] - Technical Analysis: The hourly - level structure is in a downward trend. The intraday rebound is limited, and the short - position should be held with the short - term pressure at 6610 [8] (3) Rubber - Logic: The supply in Southeast Asia is expected to increase in the fourth quarter, and domestic inventories are high. The cost support is weakening [10] - Technical Analysis: The daily - level and hourly - level structures are in a downward trend. The intraday increase is a rebound. The short - position should be held with the stop - profit at 15450 [10] (4) Synthetic Rubber (BR) - Logic: The supply - demand contradiction is not obvious in the short term, but the cost of crude oil and butadiene is declining, which may drive the price of synthetic rubber down [12][14] - Technical Analysis: The daily - level and hourly - level structures are in a downward trend. The intraday increase is a rebound. The short - position should be held with the stop - profit at 11300 [14] (5) PX - Logic: The supply - demand situation has slightly improved, but the high - supply pattern remains. The main driving factor is the cost of crude oil [18] - Technical Analysis: The hourly - level structure is in a downward trend. The intraday rebound is limited. The short - position should be held with the stop - profit at 6460 - 6480 [18] (6) PTA - Logic: The supply pressure is large, and the demand is stable. The main driving factor is the cost of crude oil [20] - Technical Analysis: The hourly - level structure is in a downward trend. The intraday rebound is limited. The short - position should be held with the stop - profit at 4470 [20] (7) PP - Logic: The supply pressure is high, and the demand is weak both at home and abroad. The cost is also under downward pressure [22] - Technical Analysis: The hourly - level structure is in a downward trend. After taking profit, there is no good entry point, so continue to wait and see [22] (8) Methanol - Logic: There is a long - position opportunity for the 01 - contract in the future due to seasonal factors, but the short - term supply is high and inventories are high. Pay attention to the technical signal and the gas - restriction time in Iran [26] - Technical Analysis: The daily - level and hourly - level structures are in a downward trend. The short - position should be held with the stop - profit at 2320. Consider long - position after breaking through the pressure [26] (9) PVC - Logic: The supply is high, the demand from the real - estate sector is low, and the inventory is accumulating [29] - Technical Analysis: The daily - level and hourly - level structures are in a downward trend. The short - position should be held with the short - term pressure at 4800 [29] (10) Ethylene Glycol (EG) - Logic: The supply is increasing, and the inventory is accumulating, indicating a weakening supply - demand situation [30] - Technical Analysis: The daily - level and hourly - level structures are in a downward trend. The short - position should be held with the short - term pressure at 4060 [30] (11) Plastic - Logic: The supply pressure is increasing, and the demand is weak. The cost is under downward pressure [32] - Technical Analysis: The daily - level and hourly - level structures are in a downward trend. The short - position should be held with the short - term pressure at 6940 [32] (12) Soda Ash - Logic: The supply and inventory are high, the demand is not expected to improve, and the macro - drive is downward. The downward pressure on the price continues [36] - Technical Analysis: The hourly - level structure is in a downward trend. The short - position should be held with the short - term pressure at 1260 [36] (13) Caustic Soda - Logic: The supply pressure is increasing in the medium - term, and the demand is stable. The driving force is bearish [37] - Technical Analysis: The hourly - level structure is in a downward trend. After taking profit, there is no good entry point, so continue to wait and see [39]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Views of the Report - Nickel: The macro - sentiment has turned bearish, and nickel prices are expected to oscillate at a low level. The contradiction between macro - sentiment and refined nickel inventory accumulation, along with potential uncertainties from Indonesia, will put pressure on nickel prices [4]. - Stainless steel: Macro and real - world factors are jointly pressuring prices, but the cost floor limits the downside elasticity. It is expected to oscillate weakly next week [5]. - Industrial silicon: Inventory has shifted to accumulation, and there are expectations of weakening supply - demand. The supply is expected to exceed demand, and the trading strategy is to sell high [27][32]. - Polysilicon: A weekend industry meeting was held, and policy logic still exists. There are policy expectations, and investors can look for buying opportunities after the market sentiment is released [27][33]. - Lithium carbonate: Macro factors are suppressing prices, and it is expected to operate weakly. The price is expected to be in the range of 70,000 - 73,000 yuan/ton [62][65]. 3. Summaries by Relevant Catalogs Nickel and Stainless Steel Fundamental Analysis - **Nickel**: Macro - sentiment and refined nickel inventory accumulation are pressuring prices. Although non - standard nickel fundamentals have marginally improved, the inventory accumulation contradiction in refined nickel remains. Indonesian news may increase uncertainties [4]. - **Stainless steel**: Macro and real - world factors are pressuring demand, and the cost provides a floor. However, the short - term price may oscillate weakly due to factors such as production capacity and inventory [5]. Inventory Tracking - **Refined nickel**: Chinese refined nickel social inventory increased by 5,190 tons to 45,630 tons. LME nickel inventory increased by 7,254 tons to 237,378 tons [8]. - **New energy**: There were changes in the inventory days of SMM nickel sulfate upstream, downstream, and integrated production lines in October [8]. - **Nickel - stainless steel**: SMM nickel - iron inventory was stable in September, and stainless - steel factory and social inventories changed [8]. Market News - Indonesia has taken measures such as taking over part of the WBN park and suspending the production of some mining companies, which may affect nickel - ore supply [9]. - The US may impose an additional 100% tariff on Chinese goods from November 1, which may impact stainless - steel exports [10]. Industrial Silicon and Polysilicon Price Trends - **Industrial silicon**: The futures price oscillated, and the spot price declined. The SMM - reported Xinjiang 99 silicon price was 8,850 yuan/ton (down 150 yuan/ton month - on - month), and the Inner Mongolia 99 silicon price was 9,000 yuan/ton (down 200 yuan/ton month - on - month) [27]. - **Polysilicon**: The futures price declined, and the spot price was stable, with the Friday closing price at 48,965 yuan/ton [27]. Supply - Demand Fundamentals - **Industrial silicon**: Supply: Xinjiang factories are resuming production, and Southwest China may reduce production in the future. October production is expected to increase to 440,000 tons. Inventory has accumulated. Demand: Downstream polysilicon and silicone support consumption, but overall demand improvement is limited [28][29]. - **Polysilicon**: Supply: Production is expected to increase in October and then decline. Inventory has accumulated. Demand: Silicon - wafer production is expected to decrease in October, and the next restocking is expected in mid - October [29][31]. Market Outlook - **Industrial silicon**: The supply - demand situation is weakening, and the trading strategy is to sell high. Pay attention to the warehouse receipt volume [32]. - **Polysilicon**: There are policy expectations. After the market sentiment is released, look for buying opportunities. Focus on the restocking situation in mid - October [33]. Lithium Carbonate Price Trends - The futures contract price oscillated. The 2511 contract closed at 72,740 yuan/ton (down 1,300 yuan/ton week - on - week), and the 2601 contract closed at 72,900 yuan/ton (down 1,100 yuan/ton week - on - week). The spot price was 73,550 yuan/ton (down 200 yuan/ton week - on - week) [62]. Supply - Demand Fundamentals - **Supply**: Weekly production reached a new high of 20,635 tons. Zangge Mining obtained new mining rights [63]. - **Demand**: The short - term spot market is strong, but macro - level export controls and potential US tariffs may impact demand [63]. - **Inventory**: Weekly inventory decreased to 134,800 tons, with upstream inventory accumulating during the holiday and downstream and trading - link inventory decreasing [63]. Market Outlook - The price is expected to operate weakly, with the futures price in the range of 70,000 - 73,000 yuan/ton. The trading strategy is to focus on positive spreads for cross - period trading and increase the proportion of selling hedging [65][66][67].

News Summary Core Viewpoint - The methanol market in China is experiencing high import levels despite a slight decrease in September, with government measures aimed at controlling production capacity to prevent oversupply risks [1][2]. Group 1: Import and Market Dynamics - In September, China's methanol import volume is estimated at 1.6384 million tons, a decrease of 121,400 tons from the previous month, representing a decline of 6.9% [1]. - The early morning trading in Jiangsu Taicang showed spot prices for methanol ranging from 2,245 to 2,255 RMB/ton, with basis negotiations around -100 to -105 RMB/ton [1]. Group 2: Government Regulations - The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, along with six other departments, issued a notice on the "Work Plan for Stable Growth in the Petrochemical Industry (2025-2026)", emphasizing strict control over new refining capacity and careful determination of new ethylene and paraxylene production scales to mitigate the risk of oversupply in the coal-to-methanol sector [1]. Group 3: Market Sentiment and Forecasts - Ningzheng Futures reports that domestic methanol production remains high, with downstream demand recovering, but overall market sentiment is weak, leading to a forecast of short-term price fluctuations with support around 2,350 RMB/ton [2]. - Hualian Futures indicates that while production rates and import volumes remain high, traditional demand is under pressure, and port inventories are at elevated levels, suggesting continued downward pressure on methanol prices [2].

Group 1 - The international oil market is showing signs of downward pressure from both macroeconomic and industry factors, with weak oil demand and increased production from oil-producing countries leading to high inventory risks [1][2] - Since the beginning of 2024, international crude oil prices have been in a weak oscillating trend, fluctuating between $65 and $85 per barrel, influenced by the end of the Fed's rate hike cycle and relatively stable geopolitical conditions in Europe and the Middle East [1] - Looking ahead to 2026, oil prices are expected to adjust weakly, with a mainstream focus level of $55 to $65 per barrel, primarily due to the Fed's initial rate cut phase and concerns over economic downturn and weakened oil demand [1] Group 2 - OPEC+ countries are gradually increasing production to capture more market share, with a total of 2.2 million barrels per day already released and an additional 1.65 million barrels per day being released, amidst limited demand growth and the increasing impact of renewable energy [2] - The combination of weak macroeconomic conditions and strong expectations for inventory accumulation suggests that crude oil prices are likely to undergo a weak adjustment phase, although geopolitical risks in Europe and the Middle East could lead to short-term price spikes [2]

Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. Report's Core View Copper - In the short - term, copper prices are expected to range - bound between 78,000 - 79,500 yuan/ton. Macro factors like US economic data and tariff policies, along with fundamental supply - demand and inventory conditions, will influence the price. The market is in a state of short - term supply - demand weakness during the off - season, but "tight mining end + demand resilience" provides price support [1]. Aluminum - Alumina prices are expected to oscillate widely between 3,000 - 3,400 yuan/ton this week. The market will experience a game between short - term supply disturbances and over - capacity. Aluminum prices are expected to face pressure at high levels in the short - term, with the main contract price ranging from 20,000 - 21,000 yuan/ton. Key factors include supply and demand fundamentals, macroeconomic factors, and inventory changes [3]. Aluminum Alloy - Aluminum alloy prices are expected to oscillate widely, with the main contract reference range of 19,400 - 20,400 yuan/ton. The market is affected by factors such as tight scrap aluminum supply and weak terminal demand [5]. Zinc - Zinc prices may continue to oscillate in the short - term. Upward rebound requires continuous inventory reduction and improved interest - rate cut expectations without overseas economic recession. Downward breakthrough needs stronger TC and refined zinc inventory accumulation. The current supply - demand situation provides limited support for continuous price increase, but low inventory provides price support [9]. Tin - If the supply of Burmese tin ore recovers smoothly, a short - selling strategy is recommended. If the supply recovery is less than expected, tin prices are expected to remain high and oscillate. Supply is currently tight, and demand is expected to be weak [12]. Nickel - Nickel prices are expected to adjust within a range in the short - term, with the main contract reference range of 120,000 - 126,000 yuan/ton. The mid - term supply is expected to be loose, which restricts the upward price space [14]. Stainless Steel - Stainless steel prices are expected to oscillate strongly in the short - term, with the main contract operating range of 13,000 - 13,500 yuan/ton. Cost support is strengthening, but the weak spot demand restricts the fundamentals [16]. Lithium Carbonate - Lithium carbonate prices are expected to oscillate widely in a relatively strong range, around 85,000 yuan/ton. The market is affected by short - term news, and the fundamentals are improving. It is recommended to observe in the short - term and consider light - position long - entry at low prices [19]. Summary by Relevant Catalogs Copper Price and Basis - SMM 1 electrolytic copper price decreased by 40 yuan/ton to 79,435 yuan/ton, with a daily decline of 0.05%. The SMM 1 electrolytic copper premium increased by 10 yuan/ton to 210 yuan/ton [1]. - The refined - scrap price difference decreased by 53.62 yuan/ton to 65TT yuan/ton, a decline of 4.54%. The import profit and loss increased by 119.85 yuan/ton to 45 yuan/ton [1]. Fundamentals - In July, electrolytic copper production was 117.43 million tons, a month - on - month increase of 3.47%. The import volume was 30.05 million tons, a month - on - month increase of 18.74% [1]. - The domestic mainstream port copper concentrate inventory increased by 9.80 million tons to 61.96 million tons, a week - on - week increase of 18.79% [1]. Aluminum Price and Spread - SMM A00 aluminum price decreased by 50 yuan/ton to 20,710 yuan/ton, a daily decline of 0.24%. The SMM A00 aluminum premium increased by 30 yuan/ton to 10 yuan/ton [3]. Fundamentals - In July, alumina production was 765.02 million tons, a month - on - month increase of 5.40%. Electrolytic aluminum production was 372.14 million tons, a month - on - month increase of 3.11% [3]. - The Chinese electrolytic aluminum social inventory increased by 2.4 million tons to 58.80 million tons, a week - on - week increase of 4.26% [3]. Aluminum Alloy Price and Spread - SMM aluminum alloy ADC12 prices remained unchanged at 20,350 yuan/ton. The 2511 - 2512 month - to - month spread increased by 35 yuan/ton to 50 yuan/ton [5]. Fundamentals - In July, the production of recycled aluminum alloy ingots was 62.50 million tons, a month - on - month increase of 1.63%. The production of primary aluminum alloy ingots was 26.60 million tons, a month - on - month increase of 4.31% [5]. Zinc Price and Spread - SMM 0 zinc ingot price decreased by 50 yuan/ton to 22,510 yuan/ton, a daily decline of 0.22%. The import profit and loss increased by 80.61 yuan/ton to - 1,813 yuan/ton [9]. Fundamentals - In July, refined zinc production was 60.28 million tons, a month - on - month increase of 3.03%. In June, the import volume was 3.61 million tons, a month - on - month increase of 34.97% [9]. - The Chinese zinc ingot seven - region social inventory increased by 1.60 million tons to 12.92 million tons, a week - on - week increase of 14.13% [9]. Tin Price and Spread - SMM 1 tin price decreased by 700 yuan/ton to 269,500 yuan/ton, a daily decline of 0.26%. The import profit and loss decreased by 717.98 yuan/ton to - 16,507.39 yuan/ton [12]. Fundamentals - In June, tin ore imports were 11,911 tons, a month - on - month decrease of 11.44%. SMM refined tin production was 13,810 tons, a month - on - month decrease of 6.94% [12]. Nickel Price and Basis - SMM 1 electrolytic nickel price decreased by 450 yuan/ton to 123,350 yuan/ton, a daily decline of 0.36%. The 1 Jinchuan nickel premium increased by 50 yuan/ton to 2,100 yuan/ton [14]. Fundamentals - China's refined nickel production in the reference period decreased by 3,220 tons to 31,800 tons, a month - on - month decrease of 10.04%. The import volume increased by 10,325 tons to 19,157 tons, a month - on - month increase of 116.90% [14]. Stainless Steel Price and Spread - The price of 304/2B (Wuxi Hongwang 2.0 coil) decreased by 50 yuan/ton to 13,200 yuan/ton, a daily decline of 0.38%. The 2509 - 2510 month - to - month spread increased by 5 yuan/ton to - 80 yuan/ton [16]. Fundamentals - China's 300 - series stainless steel crude steel production (43 companies) decreased by 6.83 million tons to 171.33 million tons, a month - on - month decrease of 3.83% [16]. - The 300 - series social inventory (Wuxi + Foshan) decreased by 0.50 million tons to 49.65 million tons, a week - on - week decrease of 1.00% [16]. Lithium Carbonate Price and Spread - SMM battery - grade lithium carbonate average price increased by 1,000 yuan/ton to 82,000 yuan/ton, a daily increase of 1.23%. The 2509 - 2511 month - to - month spread decreased by 100 yuan/ton to - 60 yuan/ton [19]. Fundamentals - In July, lithium carbonate production was 81,530 tons, a month - on - month increase of 4.41%. The demand was 96,275 tons, a month - on - month increase of 2.62% [19]. - The total lithium carbonate inventory in July decreased by 2,012 tons to 97,846 tons, a month - on - month decrease of 2.01% [19].

News Summary Core Viewpoint - The domestic recycled aluminum alloy ingot inventory has stabilized, ending a continuous accumulation trend since early May, with supply tightness persisting in the market [1] Supply and Inventory - As of August 7, the social inventory of recycled aluminum alloy ingots in major consumption areas was 33,400 tons, remaining stable compared to the previous week [1] - The operating rate of recycled aluminum alloy enterprises has not changed significantly, and the supply of scrap aluminum remains tight, leading to poor profit margins for aluminum alloy manufacturers [1] - On August 13, the daily social inventory of recycled aluminum alloy ingots in Foshan, Ningbo, and Wuxi totaled 31,611 tons, an increase of 138 tons from the previous trading day and an increase of 393 tons from August 6 [1] Market Sentiment and Price Dynamics - According to Yide Futures, the downstream aluminum alloy market is still in a consumption off-season, but financial demand is increasing, indicating a "not-so-weak" off-season; alloy manufacturers are in a profitable situation [2] - Guoxin Futures notes that aluminum alloy prices are running strong alongside Shanghai aluminum, with scrap aluminum prices rising to high levels, which increases the cost of aluminum alloys and supports bottom price levels [2] - The pressure from the consumption off-season continues to suppress both spot and futures prices of aluminum alloys, with inventory data showing a state of accumulation and remaining at historically high levels [2]

Report Summary 1) Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant information provided. 2) Core Views - The finished products are expected to move in a range-bound manner, with the price center shifting downward and showing a weak trend. Attention should be paid to macro policies and downstream demand [1][3]. - The aluminum ingot price is expected to fluctuate in the short term. It is currently in the off - season with inventory accumulation, and the upward space is limited by the off - season demand pressure. Short - term support comes from the interest rate cut expectation. Focus on macro sentiment, downstream start - up, and the trend of inventory - consumption ratio [3][4]. 3) Summary by Related Catalogs Finished Products - In the Yunnan - Guizhou region, short - process construction steel production enterprises' shutdown and maintenance time during the Spring Festival is mostly in mid - to late January, and the resumption time is expected to be between the 11th and 16th day of the first lunar month, with an expected impact on the total construction steel output of 741,000 tons during the shutdown period. In Anhui Province, among 6 short - process steel mills, 1 has stopped production since January 5, and most of the others will stop production around mid - January, with a daily output impact of about 1620 tons during the shutdown [2][3]. - From December 30, 2024, to January 5, 2025, the total transaction (signing) area of newly built commercial housing in 10 key cities was 2.234 million square meters, a 40.3% decrease from the previous period and a 43.2% increase year - on - year [3]. - The finished products continued to decline in a volatile manner yesterday, reaching a new low recently. In the pattern of weak supply and demand, market sentiment is pessimistic, and the price center continues to shift downward. This year's winter storage is sluggish, providing weak price support [3]. Aluminum Ingots - Last week, the aluminum price was at a high level. The rising expectation of the Fed's interest rate cut on the macro - level boosted the basic metals, while the US imposing tariffs on India and the India - Russia aluminum cooperation agreement increased the funds' risk - aversion sentiment [2]. - In terms of supply, the operating output of electrolytic aluminum increased slightly and steadily. The total weekly cost of the electrolytic aluminum industry was 16,738 yuan/ton, and the industry still had high profits. In August, the operating capacity of alumina is expected to increase month - on - month. The bauxite shipment volume from Guinea decreased from late June to July, and the total imported bauxite from Guinea is expected to decline starting from August, while the increase in domestic bauxite supply is limited [3]. - Last week, the operating rate of domestic aluminum downstream processing leading enterprises increased slightly by 0.1 percentage points to 58.7%. Different aluminum product sectors have different operating rate trends. For example, the operating rate of primary aluminum alloy continued to rise, the aluminum cable operating rate remained stable, the aluminum profile and aluminum foil operating rates decreased slightly, and the operating rate of recycled aluminum leading enterprises remained stable [3]. - On August 11, the inventory of electrolytic aluminum ingots in domestic mainstream consumption areas was 587,000 tons, an increase of 23,000 tons compared with last Thursday and last Monday. Due to uneven arrivals, there were phased fluctuations in inventory data. In the off - season, high aluminum prices may further damage consumption, and the inventory will continue to accumulate in the short term [3].

Group 1: Report Industry Investment Ratings - PVC: Cautious short-selling hedging [4] - Caustic soda: Neutral [4] Group 2: Core Views of the Report - The macro atmosphere for PVC has faded, and the market is mainly trading based on fundamentals. The supply is increasing due to restarted devices and new capacity, while demand is weak both domestically and externally, leading to continued inventory accumulation and potential compression of chlor-alkali comprehensive profits [3]. - For caustic soda, the price of liquid chlorine in Shandong has stabilized and rebounded, and the overall supply is expected to remain high. Demand lacks continuous support, and the inventory in factories is increasing. The chlor-alkali comprehensive profit still has room for compression, and the upward movement of the futures price is limited [3]. Group 3: Summary by Related Catalogs PVC Market News and Important Data - Futures price and basis: The closing price of the PVC main contract was 4,955 yuan/ton (+21), with an East China basis of -105 yuan/ton (-21) and a South China basis of -115 yuan/ton (-21) [1]. - Spot price: The East China calcium carbide method was quoted at 4,850 yuan/ton (+0), and the South China calcium carbide method was quoted at 4,840 yuan/ton (+0) [1]. - Upstream production profit: The semi-coke price was 535 yuan/ton (+0), the calcium carbide price was 2,825 yuan/ton (+0), the calcium carbide profit was 107 yuan/ton (+0), the gross profit of PVC calcium carbide method production was -445 yuan/ton (+107), the gross profit of PVC ethylene method production was -621 yuan/ton (+74), and the PVC export profit was -5.7 US dollars/ton (+6.2) [1]. - Inventory and operation: PVC factory inventory was 38.2 tons (-0.5), PVC social inventory was 39.3 tons (+2.0), the PVC calcium carbide method operation rate was 77.52% (+0.59%), the PVC ethylene method operation rate was 68.31% (-1.92%), and the PVC operation rate was 74.97% (-0.10%) [1]. - Downstream orders: The pre-sales volume of production enterprises was 69.0 tons (+3.2) [1]. Market Analysis - Supply: Some devices have restarted, and the intensity of maintenance has weakened, with high production volume. The new production capacity of Bohua and Wanhua Fujian, totaling 900,000 tons, is expected to be put into production, increasing supply pressure [3]. - Demand: It is the off-season for domestic downstream demand, and the operation rate of downstream products is at a low level compared to the same period. Domestic demand remains weak, and export orders have declined month-on-month. The Indian BIS policy has been extended for 6 months, and the anti-dumping policy has not been implemented. If implemented, it may affect PVC exports [3]. - Inventory: PVC social inventory continues to accumulate [3]. Caustic Soda Market News and Important Data - Futures price and basis: The closing price of the SH main contract was 2,484 yuan/ton (+18), and the basis of 32% liquid caustic soda in Shandong was 141 yuan/ton (-18) [1]. - Spot price: The price of 32% liquid caustic soda in Shandong was 840 yuan/ton (+0), and the price of 50% liquid caustic soda was 1,370 yuan/ton (+0) [2]. - Upstream production profit: The single-product profit of caustic soda in Shandong was 1,634 yuan/ton (+0), the comprehensive profit of chlor-alkali in Shandong (0.8 tons of liquid chlorine) was 690.8 yuan/ton (+0.0), the comprehensive profit of chlor-alkali in Shandong (1 ton of PVC) was 425.78 yuan/ton (-10.00), and the comprehensive profit of chlor-alkali in the Northwest (1 ton of PVC) was 1,368.33 yuan/ton (+0.00) [2]. - Inventory and operation: Liquid caustic soda factory inventory was 38.39 tons (+0.96), flake caustic soda factory inventory was 2.40 tons (+0.04), and the caustic soda operation rate was 82.60% (+2.20%) [2]. - Downstream operation: The alumina operation rate was 83.28% (+1.72%), the printing and dyeing operation rate in East China was 58.89% (+0.00%), and the viscose staple fiber operation rate was 84.55% (+6.75%) [2]. Market Analysis - Supply: The price of liquid chlorine in Shandong has stabilized and rebounded, and upstream enterprises that previously reduced production due to high liquid chlorine subsidies have gradually increased their loads. The supply is expected to remain high, and there is still supply pressure with the expected new capacity in July - August [3]. - Demand: The price of alumina has increased, and the profit has been repaired, with an increase in operation rate but still lower than the same period. New production capacity is coming to an end, and non-aluminum demand remains weak, mainly for rigid consumption. Demand lacks continuous support, and the inventory in liquid caustic soda factories is increasing [3].

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Views of the Report - **Copper**: Overnight LME copper weakened with a 0.69% decline to $9,784 per ton, and SHFE copper主力 fell 0.15% to 79,390 yuan per ton. There are concerns about a resurgence of trade tensions, and inventories at LME, Comex, and in the domestic market have increased. Short - term copper prices may be weak but the downside may be limited. Low inventories at home and abroad, along with domestic import losses and the discount pattern, are favorable for the bulls [1]. - **Aluminum**: Alumina trended strongly, while Shanghai aluminum trended weakly. There are both ore disturbances and new production pressures in alumina. With news of the exit of backward production capacity, the short - term policy may guide the market to fluctuate strongly. There is a marginal game between weakening electrolytic aluminum demand and low - delivery products. There is a risk of a short squeeze in the near - term, so it is not advisable to be overly bearish [1][2]. - **Nickel**: Overnight LME nickel fell 0.85%, and Shanghai nickel fell 0.39%. In the stainless - steel industry chain, although there is production reduction, the overall inventory remains high. In the new - energy industry chain, the demand for nickel sulfate in July increased slightly month - on - month. In the short term, it will continue to fluctuate, and attention should be paid to overseas policy disturbances [2]. 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Research Views - **Copper**: LME copper prices declined overnight, and SHFE copper also fell. Concerns about trade tensions and increased inventories have put pressure on copper prices. However, low inventories and import losses support the bulls [1]. - **Aluminum**: Alumina showed a strong trend, while Shanghai aluminum was weak. There are complex factors in the alumina market, and the short - term policy may drive the market. There is a risk of a short squeeze in the near - term [1][2]. - **Nickel**: LME and Shanghai nickel prices fell. In the stainless - steel and new - energy industries, the situation is mixed. In the short term, it will fluctuate, and overseas policies need attention [2]. 3.2 Daily Data Monitoring - **Copper**: On July 7, 2025, compared with July 4, 2025, the price of flat - water copper decreased by 640 yuan per ton, and the inventory at LME and Comex increased [3]. - **Lead**: The average price of 1 lead increased by 50 yuan per ton, and the inventory at the Shanghai Futures Exchange increased [3]. - **Aluminum**: The prices in Wuxi and Nanhai decreased, and the inventory at LME and the Shanghai Futures Exchange increased [4]. - **Nickel**: The price of Jinchuan nickel decreased by 1,500 yuan per ton, and the inventory at the Shanghai Futures Exchange increased [4]. - **Zinc**: The主力 settlement price decreased by 0.7%, and the inventory at the Shanghai Futures Exchange increased while the LME inventory decreased [5]. - **Tin**: The主力 settlement price decreased by 1.2%, and the inventory at the Shanghai Futures Exchange increased while the LME inventory decreased [5]. 3.3 Chart Analysis - **Spot Premium**: Charts show the spot premium trends of copper, aluminum, nickel, zinc, lead, and tin from 2019 - 2025 [7][9][10]. - **SHFE Near - Far Month Spread**: Charts display the near - far month spreads of copper, aluminum, nickel, zinc, lead, and tin from 2020 - 2025 [11][14][16]. - **LME Inventory**: Charts present the LME inventory trends of copper, aluminum, nickel, zinc, lead, and tin from 2019 - 2025 [18][20][22]. - **SHFE Inventory**: Charts show the SHFE inventory trends of copper, aluminum, nickel, zinc, lead, and tin from 2019 - 2025 [25][27][29]. - **Social Inventory**: Charts display the social inventory trends of copper, aluminum, nickel, zinc, stainless - steel, and 300 - series from 2019 - 2025 [31][33][35]. - **Smelting Profit**: Charts present the trends of copper concentrate index, rough copper processing fee, aluminum smelting profit, nickel - iron smelting cost, zinc smelting profit, and stainless - steel 304 smelting profit rate from 2019 - 2025 [38][40][42]. 3.4 Non - Ferrous Metals Team Introduction - **Zhan Dapeng**: A master of science, currently the director of non - ferrous metals research at Everbright Futures Research Institute. He has over a decade of experience in commodity research and has won many industry awards [45]. - **Wang Heng**: A master of finance from the University of Adelaide, Australia. He is a non - ferrous metals researcher at Everbright Futures, mainly focusing on aluminum and silicon [45]. - **Zhu Xi**: A master of science from the University of Warwick, UK. She is a non - ferrous metals researcher at Everbright Futures, mainly focusing on lithium and nickel [46].