Core Viewpoint - The 2025 China (Zhengzhou) International Futures Forum emphasized the importance of empowering the real economy and supporting national development through high-level opening of the futures market [1] Group 1: Market Development and Strategy - The Zhengzhou Commodity Exchange (ZCE) aims to continuously optimize market supply and align with national strategies to promote the listing of new products [1][2] - Significant achievements in the futures market this year include the launch of propylene futures and options, as well as the introduction of the first domestic short-term options for sugar [2] - The ZCE plans to enhance the range of tradable products for Qualified Foreign Institutional Investors (QFI) and deepen cooperation with international institutions to improve its global influence [2][3] Group 2: Future Plans and Goals - The ZCE's main goals include steadily expanding high-level openness and building a world-class exchange, with a focus on international product development and cross-border cooperation [3] - The China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) will continue to enrich product supply and promote high-level opening of the futures market [3] Group 3: Challenges and Recommendations for Futures Companies - The need for futures companies to enhance their international competitiveness is highlighted, with a focus on improving capital strength, talent quality, and comprehensive financial service capabilities [4] - Current challenges for futures companies include single revenue streams, low-level competition, and a lack of professional skills and service capabilities [4] - Recommendations for supporting the innovation and development of futures companies include improving functional positioning, enhancing business supervision, and expanding capital channels [4] Group 4: Internationalization and Differentiation - Differentiation is key for futures companies in the internationalization process, with a focus on leveraging unique strengths to build core competitiveness [5] - Challenges faced by futures companies in international business include insufficient technical adaptation, talent shortages, and a lack of deep understanding of compliance culture [5]