在拉塞尔·贝蒂看来，中国期货市场的发展是亚太衍生品行业的重要亮点。过去15年，中国期货市场实 现强劲且稳定的发展，始终聚焦服务实体经济，形成了具有中国特色的系统性实用策略。"这种发展成 果为我们提供了坚实平台，既有助于扩大中国期货市场的区域影响力，也能助力芝商所等国际机构推进 全球布局。"他表示，未来10年，中国期货市场不仅将为自身创造更多机遇，还将带动东亚其他快速发 展的中小型经济体的市场成长。这不仅是市场规模的扩张，更是中国期货行业专业能力、最佳实践与基 础设施优势经验的共享。 8月20日，在2025中国（郑州）国际期货论坛上，芝商所集团（CME Group）亚太地区董事总经理拉塞 尔·贝蒂（Russell Beattie）围绕"全球衍生品市场变革趋势与前景"发表了主题演讲。 拉塞尔·贝蒂表示，亚洲在全球主要经济体中占据重要地位。当前，亚洲正处在经济转型的关键时期， 这一转型不仅将深刻影响全球金融格局，也将为未来期货期权市场带来大量机遇。 拉塞尔·贝蒂认为，在此进程中，中国与南亚的增长潜力尤为突出。中国作为全球经济引擎的地位将进 一步稳固：2024年在全球名义GDP排名中稳居前列，有望在2035年实现对全 ...

Core Insights - The latest statistics from the China Futures Association indicate significant growth in the national futures market for July, with a trading volume of 1.059 billion contracts and a trading value of 71.31 trillion yuan, representing year-on-year increases of 48.89% and 36.03% respectively [1] Trading Volume and Value - The top three futures products by trading value are: - Shanghai Futures Exchange: Gold, Silver, Crude Oil - Zhengzhou Commodity Exchange: Soda Ash, Glass, Caustic Soda - Dalian Commodity Exchange: Coking Coal, Palm Oil, Soybean Meal - Guangzhou Futures Exchange: Polysilicon Futures, Lithium Carbonate Futures, Industrial Silicon Futures [1] - The top three futures products by trading volume are: - Shanghai Futures Exchange: Rebar, Silver, Hot-Rolled Coil - Zhengzhou Commodity Exchange: Glass, Soda Ash, PTA - Dalian Commodity Exchange: Coking Coal, Soybean Meal, PVC - Guangzhou Futures Exchange: Industrial Silicon Futures, Polysilicon Futures, Lithium Carbonate Futures [1] Financial Futures and Options - The trading volume of financial futures options at the China Financial Futures Exchange reached 25.1599 million contracts, accounting for 2.38% of the national market, with a trading value of 2.064 trillion yuan, representing 28.95% of the national market [1] - The top three products by trading value in financial futures are: CSI 1000 Index Futures, 30-Year Treasury Bond Futures, and CSI 300 Index Futures [1] Overall Market Performance - From January to July, the cumulative trading volume and value of the national futures market increased by 23.11% and 23.09% year-on-year respectively [1] - As of the end of July 2025, there are a total of 152 listed futures and options products in China [1]

Group 1 - The training program aims to enhance risk management capabilities of state-owned enterprises and listed companies in Beijing, focusing on practical applications of futures market tools [1][2][3] - The event was attended by over 150 executives and department heads from state-owned enterprises and listed companies involved in commodity trading [1][2] - The training covered key topics such as the current macroeconomic environment, internal control systems for futures market participation, and compliance in financial handling of derivatives [1][4][5] Group 2 - The Beijing Securities Regulatory Bureau emphasized the importance of utilizing futures tools for enterprises amid increasing global economic uncertainties [2][3] - The China Futures Market Monitoring Center highlighted the significant growth in the number of futures and options products, with 152 listed, covering major sectors of the national economy [3] - The training also addressed the rising participation rate in hedging activities, with 1,503 listed companies publishing hedging announcements in 2024, a year-on-year increase of 14.65% [3] Group 3 - The training included discussions on the challenges of internal control in hedging practices, proposing a comprehensive risk management framework [4] - A focus was placed on the necessity of digital systems for effective risk management, moving away from traditional record-keeping methods [4] - The training was seen as a collaborative effort among regulatory bodies, exchanges, and industry organizations to support the high-quality development of the futures market [5][6] Group 4 - The event was perceived positively by participants, who found the content relevant and practical for their operational needs [7] - The successful execution of the training is expected to deepen the integration of the futures market with the real economy, enhancing business resilience [7]

Core Insights - The futures industry is experiencing steady growth, with significant performance differentiation among companies, highlighted by the impressive growth of Zhongcai Futures, which has become a model for the industry [1][3][4] Industry Performance - In the first half of 2025, over 150 futures companies achieved a net profit of 5.074 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 32%, and operating revenue of 18.676 billion yuan, up 3.89% [1] - The trading volume and value in the national futures market increased significantly, with a total trading volume of 4.076 billion contracts and a trading value of 339.73 trillion yuan, representing year-on-year growth of 17.82% and 20.68% respectively [2] - The participation of private equity funds in the futures market reached a record high, growing by 15% compared to the end of the previous year [2] Company Strategies - Zhongcai Futures reported a net profit of 690 million yuan, a staggering increase of 376%, and operating revenue of 980 million yuan, up 303% [3][5] - The company's success is attributed to its strong research capabilities, effective team collaboration, and a robust client resource ecosystem supported by its parent company [5][6] - The shift from traditional brokerage income to a diversified revenue model, including proprietary investments and asset management, has been crucial for profit growth [2][3] Competitive Landscape - The industry is undergoing a strategic transformation from traditional brokerage services to diversified, high-value financial services, leading to increased profit margins for leading firms [3][7] - Larger firms are expected to maintain their competitive edge due to their capital strength, brand recognition, and advanced research capabilities, while smaller firms face increasing pressure [7][10] - Companies are encouraged to focus on differentiated services and niche markets to survive in a competitive environment [7][10] Future Outlook - The internationalization of the futures industry is expected to accelerate, providing broader development opportunities while raising the bar for operational capabilities [8] - The trend towards mixed operations and collaboration with other financial institutions will likely expand the business scope of futures companies [8][10] - Companies must leverage technology and enhance their service offerings to meet evolving market demands and investor needs [9][10]