深度报告—镍 mingfTable_Title] 潜龙蓄锐，待势乘时 --成本与产能视角下的长周期展望 [Table_Rank] 走势评级： 镍：震荡 报告日期： 2025 年 8 月 26 日 [Table_Summary] ★镍铁&不锈钢：情同手足，患难与共 2006 至 2010 年，不锈钢快速放量主导镍库存大量消化，起初 NPI 生产技术难以支持显著放量，镍由此表现出较大向上弹性， 反造成不锈钢成本端高企。在原料紧缺和降本需求下，NPI 于 2010 年起踏入不锈钢主要原料队列（2011 年原料占比已达 50% 以上），越来越多的企业利用炼钢高炉冶炼红土镍矿生产 NPI， 供应周期转向快速放量，最终走成"供给增--价格跌"逻辑。 ★中间品：技术突破，原料结构洗牌 同镍铁&不锈钢类似，2020 年左右，新能源汽车的高速发展打开 了镍的第二增长曲线，起初"补能焦虑"使得三元电池大放异彩， 倒逼冶炼端二元供需失衡走出镍价单边上涨行情，纯镍酸溶硫酸 镍利润空间急剧收窄，红土镍矿湿法工艺应运而生，同时青山在 2021 年打通镍铁到高冰镍技术路径，为过剩镍铁找到新消费出 路。此外，电积工艺产线于 2023 年起大 ...

1. Report Industry Investment Rating There is no information about the report industry investment rating in the provided content. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - The anti - involution campaign, initiated by the Central Financial and Economic Affairs Commission, is a 10 - year recurrence of the Juglar cycle. It is expected to have a profound impact on China's economy, with effects surpassing the previous supply - side reform [1][13][16]. - The anti - involution drive rapidly boosts commodity prices, which is the third and final wave of the current Kitchin cycle's upward phase, likely to last until the end of the year [2][17]. - It has a positive impact on listed companies' performance and stock prices. The A - share market shows a wealth effect, attracting more off - market funds [2][24]. - The Fed is likely to resume rate cuts in September 2025 and enter a steep rate - cut phase in 2026. This will narrow the Sino - US interest rate gap, prompting the accelerated return of China's overseas funds [2]. - Global professional investment institutions are reducing their exposure to US assets and increasing their allocation to Chinese assets [2][28][30]. - Gold is in a technical adjustment, and a major opportunity may emerge at the end of the year [2][4][31]. - The anti - involution campaign initiates an upward trend in inflation, opening up downward space for long - term treasury bonds [3][35]. - China is expected to achieve a double surplus in trade and capital, and the offshore RMB exchange rate is likely to strengthen [3][38]. 3. Summary According to the Directory 3.1 Four Economic Cycles - **Kitchin Cycle**: A short - term economic cycle of about 3.5 years. The current upward phase of the Chinese Kitchin cycle started in June 2023 and is expected to peak at the end of 2025, while the US cycle will peak in Q1 2026 [7]. - **Juglar Cycle**: A medium - term cycle of 9 - 10 years, also known as the manufacturing investment cycle. China's current Juglar cycle is in the upward phase and is expected to peak in early 2027 [8]. - **Kuznets Cycle**: An economic cycle related to the housing construction industry with an average length of about 20 years. The current Chinese Kuznets cycle is expected to bottom out around 2030 [9]. - **Kondratieff Cycle**: A long - term cycle of 50 - 60 years, also called the technological innovation cycle. The current Kondratieff depression started in 2020 due to the COVID - 19 shock, is expected to end around 2030, and then enter a 10 - year recovery phase. China is the center of the current technological innovation cycle, with AI and AI humanoid robots as the representative innovations [10]. 3.2 Anti - Involution Campaign - **Campaign Initiation**: On July 1, the Central Financial and Economic Affairs Commission meeting called for in - depth construction of a unified national market, focusing on "five unifications and one opening". Subsequently, various industries carried out anti - involution measures [11]. - **Policy Response to the Juglar Cycle**: It is a response to the manufacturing investment cycle reaching its peak. Similar to the supply - side reform 10 years ago, its goal is to reduce overcapacity, but this time it focuses on emerging industries and the service sector [13][15][16]. - **Differences from the Previous Supply - Side Reform**: It focuses on emerging industries and the service sector, and is expected to have a more far - reaching impact on the Chinese economy [16]. 3.3 Impact on Asset Classes - **Commodities**: The anti - involution campaign drives up commodity prices, which is the third wave of the current Kitchin cycle's upward phase. Prices are expected to rise until the end of the year. After a second - wave correction in late July, they are likely to enter the main upward wave in late August [17][21][23]. - **Equities**: The A - share market shows a wealth effect, attracting off - market funds. The decline at the end of July was a pull - back after breaking through the 3,500 - point platform. The CSI 300 index will have more upward momentum, and the CSI 1000 and CSI 500 indexes are expected to rise more strongly [24][39]. - **Gold**: Gold is in a technical adjustment, and a major opportunity may emerge at the end of 2025 [31][39]. - **Bonds**: The anti - involution campaign initiates inflation, opening up downward space for long - term treasury bonds [35][39]. - **Foreign Exchange**: China is expected to achieve a double surplus in trade and capital, and the offshore RMB is likely to strengthen [38][39].

Group 1 - The U.S. will impose a 50% tariff on copper imports starting August 1, 2025, following a national security assessment [1][2] - This tariff is expected to significantly impact global copper trade flows and may lead to increased costs for U.S. industries reliant on copper, such as automotive and electrical sectors [6][11] - The COMEX copper futures price surged by 10% to a record high of $5.89 per pound after the announcement, while LME copper prices fell over 2% [2][10] Group 2 - The COMEX-LME copper futures price spread has reached a historical high of $2,677 per ton, indicating a significant divergence in market pricing [2][4] - U.S. copper imports have surged, with 685,000 tons imported in the first half of the year, nearly matching the total expected for 2024 [10] - The anticipated tariff could lead to a 5% to 8% reduction in U.S. copper demand, as higher costs may deter consumption [15] Group 3 - The tariff is part of a broader strategy to reshape U.S. copper industry dynamics and reduce reliance on imports from 45% to 30% by 2035 [11] - The U.S. is leveraging the tariff to gain political capital ahead of the Republican National Convention, showcasing a decisive stance on trade [9] - The potential for increased copper prices and volatility in the market is heightened, with expectations of a significant impact on global supply chains [11][15] Group 4 - China's copper imports are heavily reliant on the U.S., with over 80% of copper concentrate imports coming from abroad, raising concerns about supply chain disruptions [13] - The copper market is experiencing a seasonal slowdown in China, which could exacerbate inventory pressures if U.S. tariffs redirect copper flows to Asia [13] - The long-term outlook for copper remains positive, driven by increasing demand in renewable energy and electric vehicle sectors [16][17]

Core Insights - The world is at a historical turning point characterized by three major shifts: the Fourth Industrial Revolution, China's transition from demographic dividends to innovation dividends, and the accelerated process of the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation [1] Group 1: Technological Evolution - The current era is marked by exponential growth in technological innovation, which is a fundamental aspect of survival and evolution [2] - The concept of entropy in organizational management is crucial, as companies must avoid entropy to maintain vitality and innovation [4][5] - Companies like Huawei implement strict management practices to prevent entropy, ensuring a dynamic and efficient organizational structure [4] Group 2: Innovation Networks - Innovation thrives in liquid networks, where interactions and collaborations are frequent, similar to molecular interactions in water [6][9] - Major cities facilitate innovation due to their dense networks of interactions, which enhance the likelihood of idea generation [9][11] Group 3: Entrepreneurial Strategies - Entrepreneurs must align with overarching trends, particularly during challenging times, to seize growth opportunities [12][13] - Historical industrial revolutions provide insights into future growth sectors, with the current focus on AI and other emerging technologies [18][22] - The importance of strategic focus is emphasized, where companies should concentrate resources on core areas to achieve competitive advantages [24] Group 4: Customer Value and Market Dynamics - The VCT value model illustrates that customer value is derived from the total value of a product divided by the sum of time and price costs [29] - Understanding customer demand intensity is essential for businesses to tailor their offerings effectively [33][36] Group 5: Hard Technology and Investment - China possesses a significant advantage in engineering talent, which can lead to increased efficiency in sectors like innovative pharmaceuticals [56] - The need for patient capital is highlighted, as long-term investments are crucial for the development of hard technology sectors [59][62] - The eight key areas of hard technology investment include AI, biotechnology, and new materials, which are expected to experience exponential growth [62] Group 6: Evolutionary Strategies - Companies should learn from biological strategies, such as adapting to low-resource environments and seizing opportunities when they arise [46][47] - The importance of collaboration and innovation in achieving competitive advantages is underscored, drawing parallels with natural ecosystems [52][53] Group 7: Conclusion and Future Outlook - The article emphasizes the need for companies to understand the boundaries of success and to adopt strategic directions that align with market trends [69][71] - The integration of economic, social, and knowledge values is essential for sustainable growth and contribution to national rejuvenation [71]

Summary of Conference Call Records Industry or Company Involved - Focus on the economic conditions in the United States and China, with implications for various sectors including technology, gold, and innovative pharmaceuticals Core Points and Arguments Economic Conditions - The U.S. economy faces dual risks of recession and high inflation, with the consumer confidence index dropping to 50.8 and initial jobless claims remaining high at around 230,000 to 240,000, indicating a near-recession level [1][2][5] - China's economy is challenged by weakening manufacturing indicators (PMI, PPI, CPI), declining per capita consumption, and low corporate returns, with industrial electricity growth slowing to 1.3% and urban employment growth at -3.7% [1][4][5] Government Responses - The U.S. Federal Reserve may restart interest rate hikes due to inflation risks from tariffs, potentially leading to a liquidity trap [5] - The Chinese government is expected to expand fiscal and financing measures, increase infrastructure spending, and enhance social security to address economic challenges and release excess savings [1][4] Investment Strategies - Current investment strategies recommend focusing on gold and innovative pharmaceuticals, which are expected to have high short-term certainty [1][6] - Suggested long-term investments include growth-oriented dividend assets such as major telecom operators, traditional infrastructure (construction materials, engineering machinery), and consumer services (mother and baby products, education, dining, cosmetics, medical beauty) [1][6] Market Adjustments and Technology Investments - After a short-term market adjustment, it is advisable to gradually increase investments in core technology companies, which have a penetration rate of 10%-15% and are benefiting from AI infrastructure development [1][7] Juglar Cycle Insights - The Juglar cycle typically aligns with economic recovery, with equipment expansion occurring during economic overheating [2][8] - The earliest potential start for the Juglar cycle is projected for Q3 2025, contingent on M1 money supply and PPI turning points [2][10] Industry Selection Criteria - Industries benefiting from the Juglar cycle should exhibit capital expenditure expansion elasticity and align with economic structural transformation and policy support [2][11] - Examples of sectors with capital expenditure expansion capabilities include military, communications, machinery, electronics, pharmaceuticals, and media [2][15] Specific Industry Examples - The engineering machinery sector is highlighted as a typical beneficiary of the Juglar cycle, showing resilience and performance during economic recoveries [12][13] - Industries with strong expansion potential during market adjustments include those with constrained supply and expanding demand, leading to accelerated capital expenditure [14] Secondary Investment Directions - Secondary investment opportunities include sectors entering a passive destocking phase with improving cash flow and capital expenditure, such as aerospace and IT services [18] Other Important but Possibly Overlooked Content - The need to monitor three key indicators (M1 money supply, producer price index, export data) to confirm the start of the Juglar cycle and ensure financial stability [10] - The importance of selecting industries with improving cash flow, asset turnover, and stable pricing to ensure sustainable excess returns during the Juglar cycle [15][16]

Group 1: US Stock Market Analysis - The report suggests that the current rebound in the US stock market may be forming a large double top, indicating a potential end to the rally [1][19][25] - From a cyclical perspective, the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 are in a downward phase similar to the period around 2008, suggesting comparable risks [1][19][21] - The valuation perspective shows that as of May 16, 2025, the difference between the US 10-year Treasury yield and the inverse of the S&P 500 P/E ratio has risen to 0.68%, indicating lower investment attractiveness in US equities compared to bonds [1][35][37] Group 2: A-Share Market Performance - The A-share market showed a preference for value styles, with strong performances in financial and consumer sectors [2][10][11] - The report highlights that various ETFs, particularly large-cap and value ETFs, outperformed during the week, while TMT-related sectors have not fully recovered from previous lows [2][10][11] - The analysis of industry indices since early April indicates that sectors like retail, banking, and agriculture have recovered well, while technology sectors still have room for recovery [2][10][11] Group 3: Genetic Programming Industry Rotation Model - The genetic programming industry rotation model has achieved an absolute return of 14.64% this year, outperforming the industry equal-weight benchmark by 13.79 percentage points [3][39][40] - The model currently favors sectors such as computers, electronics, machinery, media, and home appliances, while excluding telecommunications [3][39][40] - The model's strategy balances TMT-related growth sectors with traditional industries and consumer-related sectors to maintain a diversified portfolio [3][39][40] Group 4: Absolute Return ETF Simulation - The absolute return ETF simulation portfolio has seen a slight decline of 0.05% last week but has accumulated a total return of 3.70% year-to-date [4][43][44] - The portfolio's asset allocation is based on recent trends, with a balanced focus on resource sectors like steel and non-bank financials, alongside technology sectors [4][43][44] - The current holdings include energy and soybean ETFs, while gold ETFs have been excluded [4][43][44] Group 5: Global Asset Allocation - The global asset allocation simulation currently favors bonds and foreign exchange, with a predicted ranking of future returns showing bonds at the top [47][48] - The simulation has recorded an annualized return of 7.29% with a Sharpe ratio of 1.50, although it has faced a decline of 3.64% year-to-date [47][48] - The strategy emphasizes a higher risk budget for assets such as Chinese and US bonds [47][48]

Core Viewpoint - The article emphasizes the importance of identifying mispricing in asset prices across different economic cycles to find investment opportunities and risks [2]. Group 1: Economic Cycles and Investment Timing - The Kondratiev cycle lasts approximately 50-60 years and involves technological revolutions, while the Juglar cycle is about 10 years and relates to equipment investment [3]. - The current economic situation indicates that after experiencing a downturn in the real estate sector and high inventory levels in 2022, a recovery phase is expected to begin in the second half of 2024, coinciding with a global inventory cycle bottoming out [4]. - Historical data shows that when the M1-M2 growth rate drops below 10%, it typically signals a market bottom, with a recovery expected after September 2024 [5]. Group 2: Price and Profit Relationships - Price movements generally lead inventory changes by 1-3 quarters, while corporate profits follow inventory changes by 2-4 quarters, indicating a sequential relationship in the economic cycle [6]. - The consumer electronics sector has experienced a peak in revenue growth since Q1 2021, followed by a decline, entering a destocking phase until 2024, when a recovery is anticipated due to AI technology and policy support [6]. Group 3: Valuation and Identifying Opportunities - During earnings season, companies that exceed performance expectations should be closely monitored to assess the reasons behind their outperformance and determine their position in the economic cycle [7]. - The focus should be on two types of companies: undervalued growth stocks, particularly in technology, and companies facing pessimistic pricing due to cyclical downturns, which may rebound as conditions improve [8][9]. - A thorough data validation process is necessary to assess the sustainability of the identified valuation discrepancies, including monitoring high-frequency data such as inventory levels and gross margins [9]. Group 4: Investment Strategy - A combination of top-down macroeconomic analysis and bottom-up company performance evaluation is recommended for selecting stocks, allowing for both short-term and long-term investment opportunities [10].

Quantitative Models and Construction Methods - **Model Name**: Huatai Three-Cycle Model **Model Construction Idea**: The model analyzes the price movement of COMEX gold settlement prices using three classic economic cycles: Kitchin, Juglar, and Kuznets cycles. It identifies the dominant cycle components influencing gold price trends[17] **Model Construction Process**: 1. The model decomposes the year-on-year sequence of COMEX gold settlement prices into three cycle components: Kitchin, Juglar, and Kuznets cycles 2. The amplitude of the extracted cycle components is ranked as Kuznets > Juglar > Kitchin 3. The current positions of the Kuznets and Juglar cycles are analyzed to predict future gold price trends[17][19] **Model Evaluation**: The model highlights that gold prices are more influenced by longer-term cycles (Kuznets and Juglar) compared to shorter-term cycles (Kitchin), providing insights into the strong cyclical positioning of gold in the current market[17] Model Backtesting Results - **Huatai Three-Cycle Model**: The model indicates that the Kuznets cycle is near its peak, and the Juglar cycle is in an upward phase, suggesting that gold prices are likely to remain strong in the near term[17][19] Quantitative Factors and Construction Methods - **Factor Name**: Gold as a Portfolio Stabilizer **Factor Construction Idea**: Gold is evaluated as a low-correlation asset with high long-term returns, making it a potential stabilizer in diversified investment portfolios[3][21] **Factor Construction Process**: 1. Historical performance of gold is compared with other major asset classes (e.g., equities, bonds, commodities) over different time horizons (1 year, 5 years, 10 years, 20 years) 2. Risk-return metrics such as Sharpe ratio, Calmar ratio, and maximum drawdown are calculated for gold and other assets 3. Correlation analysis is conducted to assess gold's relationship with other asset classes[21][23][24] **Factor Evaluation**: Gold demonstrates high returns, low volatility, and low correlation with other assets, making it a valuable addition to investment portfolios for risk diversification and return enhancement[21][23] - **Factor Name**: Gold in Asset Allocation Portfolios **Factor Construction Idea**: The impact of adding gold to a traditional stock-bond portfolio is analyzed to evaluate its contribution to portfolio performance[3][24] **Factor Construction Process**: 1. A baseline portfolio is constructed with 60% bonds (ChinaBond New Comprehensive Wealth Index) and 40% stocks (CSI A500 Index) 2. Two new portfolios are created by reallocating 10% of the baseline portfolio to gold (AU9999 spot gold): - Portfolio A: 50% bonds, 40% stocks, 10% gold - Portfolio B: 60% bonds, 30% stocks, 10% gold 3. Monthly rebalancing is applied, and backtesting is conducted over the period from January 3, 2005, to February 19, 2025 4. Risk-return metrics (e.g., annualized return, Sharpe ratio, maximum drawdown) are calculated for all portfolios[24][26] **Factor Evaluation**: Adding gold improves portfolio Sharpe ratios and reduces volatility, demonstrating its role as a stabilizing asset in diversified portfolios[26] Factor Backtesting Results - **Gold as a Portfolio Stabilizer**: - Sharpe Ratio: 0.59 (AU9999 spot gold), 0.57 (London spot gold), 0.56 (COMEX gold futures) - Maximum Drawdown: -44.88% (AU9999 spot gold), -44.62% (London spot gold), -44.52% (COMEX gold futures) - Annualized Return: 9.07% (AU9999 spot gold), 9.76% (London spot gold), 9.74% (COMEX gold futures)[23] - **Gold in Asset Allocation Portfolios**: - Portfolio A: Annualized Return 7.17%, Sharpe Ratio 0.72, Maximum Drawdown -35.47% - Portfolio B: Annualized Return 6.69%, Sharpe Ratio 0.88, Maximum Drawdown -26.86% - Baseline Portfolio: Annualized Return 6.63%, Sharpe Ratio 0.68, Maximum Drawdown -33.36%[26]