Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the news is that the non-ferrous metal sector continues to show strong performance, with the Huabao Non-Ferrous ETF (159876) reaching a new high and significant capital inflow expected in the future [1] - The macroeconomic environment is projected to influence commodity markets through three main themes by 2026: green inflation, anti-involution, and a rate-cutting trend, which are expected to drive price increases in commodities like copper and aluminum [1] - The sustainability of the super cycle in non-ferrous metals is contingent on three factors: the recovery of US dollar credit, the progress of strategic reserves, and the effectiveness of anti-involution policies, suggesting that the super cycle is likely to continue until 2026 [1] Group 2 - The Huabao Non-Ferrous ETF (159876) and its linked fund (017140) cover a wide range of sectors including copper, aluminum, gold, rare earths, and lithium, providing a diversified investment option compared to single metal investments [2] - As of January 5, the latest scale of the Huabao Non-Ferrous ETF (159876) is 879 million yuan, making it the largest ETF tracking the same index among three similar products in the market [2]

Group 1 - The core strategy for investing in stocks, particularly in cyclical commodities like non-ferrous metals, is to follow futures prices rather than market trends [1] - In 2025, gold prices experienced significant fluctuations, with COMEX gold futures rising over 60% for the year, marking the strongest annual performance since 1979 [1] - Copper prices also surged, with LME three-month copper reaching a historical peak of $12,960 per ton, and Shanghai copper futures surpassing 100,000 yuan per ton for the first time [1] Group 2 - The recent copper price rally is attributed to the weakening of the US dollar, which directly boosts prices and reduces holding costs, benefiting non-ferrous metals from the Fed's interest rate cuts [2] - Jiangxi Copper's acquisition of the Cascavel copper-gold mine, which holds 12.2 million tons of copper and over 30 million ounces of gold, is expected to double copper production by 2028 [2] - The macroeconomic narrative of "green inflation" and "interest rate cuts" provides strong support for the sector's prosperity, with structural demand for copper driven by AI and new energy [2] Group 3 - The outlook for copper prices in 2026 is optimistic, with expectations of further price increases due to limited new supply and ongoing demand from new energy and grid upgrades [2] - Investment plans for 2026 include holding stocks like Tongling Nonferrous Metals and Northern Copper, while observing Jiangxi Copper as an industry leader [2] - The international market for gold, silver, and copper futures reached new highs by the end of 2025, indicating a strong upward trend in non-ferrous metals [2]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the article highlights the strong performance of the non-ferrous metal sector, with the Huabao Non-Ferrous ETF (159876) reaching a new high since its listing, driven by significant capital inflows and positive market sentiment [1] - The non-ferrous metal sector is expected to benefit from macroeconomic trends, with three main themes projected to influence commodity fluctuations by 2026: green inflation, anti-involution, and a rate-cutting cycle [1] - Analysts remain optimistic about the super cycle of non-ferrous metals, which is likely to continue until 2026, depending on the recovery of the US dollar credit, strategic reserve progress, and the effectiveness of anti-involution policies [1] Group 2 - The Huabao Non-Ferrous ETF (159876) and its linked fund (017140) cover a wide range of metals including copper, aluminum, gold, rare earths, and lithium, providing a diversified investment option compared to single metal investments [2] - As of December 30, the Huabao Non-Ferrous ETF (159876) has a total size of 835 million yuan, making it the largest ETF tracking the same index among three similar products in the market [2]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the article highlights the strong performance of the non-ferrous metal sector, particularly the Huabao Non-Ferrous Metal ETF (159876), which has seen a significant increase in net subscriptions and is expected to continue its upward trend [1][2] - The Huabao Non-Ferrous Metal ETF (159876) experienced a price drop of 2% at the opening but quickly rebounded, currently showing a gain of 0.52%, indicating resilience in the market [1] - The macroeconomic outlook suggests that by 2026, three main themes (green inflation, anti-involution, and interest rate cuts) will continue to drive commodity price fluctuations, with a positive outlook for basic metals like copper and aluminum due to emerging industries [1] Group 2 - The Huabao Non-Ferrous Metal ETF (159876) and its linked fund (017140) cover a wide range of metals including copper, aluminum, gold, rare earths, and lithium, providing a diversified investment option compared to single metal investments [2] - As of December 29, the Huabao Non-Ferrous Metal ETF (159876) has a total size of 794 million yuan, making it the largest ETF among three products tracking the same index in the market [2]

Core Viewpoint - The non-ferrous metal sector is leading the market, with the largest non-ferrous ETF, Huabao (159876), reaching a new high and attracting significant capital inflow, indicating positive market sentiment towards the sector [1][3]. Group 1: Market Performance - The non-ferrous ETF Huabao (159876) saw an intraday increase of 2.3%, currently up 1.88%, marking a new high since its listing [1]. - Huabao ETF has received a net subscription of 3 million units, with a total capital inflow of 56.11 million yuan over the past two days, reflecting strong investor confidence in the non-ferrous metal sector [1]. - Key stocks such as Guocheng Mining and Yongxing Materials surged over 6%, while other significant players like Baotai Co. and Luoyang Molybdenum also showed notable gains [3]. Group 2: Future Outlook - The Huabao Fund anticipates three main themes driving the rise in non-ferrous metal prices through 2026: "green inflation" related to basic metals, "anti-involution" in new energy metals, and a "rate cut wave" impacting precious metals [4][5]. - The demand for copper and aluminum is expected to increase due to the growth of new industries like AI and renewable energy, with a projected supply shortage impacting prices positively [4]. - Lithium prices are expected to rise as excess production is cleared, with forecasts suggesting lithium carbonate could reach 90,000 to 120,000 yuan per ton by 2026 [5]. - The anticipated acceleration of the Federal Reserve's rate cut process may enhance gold's appeal as a non-replaceable monetary asset, with precious metals expected to continue their upward trajectory [5]. Group 3: Investment Strategy - The non-ferrous metal sector is likely to maintain a bullish trend, with institutions like Zhongtai Securities and CITIC Securities expressing optimism about the ongoing bull market [6][7]. - Investors are encouraged to adopt a diversified approach through comprehensive coverage of the non-ferrous metal sector via ETFs like Huabao, which includes exposure to copper, aluminum, gold, rare earths, and lithium, thereby mitigating risks associated with investing in single metal sectors [8].

Core Viewpoint - The non-ferrous metal sector is leading the market, with the largest non-ferrous ETF, Huabao (159876), reaching a new high since its listing, reflecting strong investor confidence in the sector's future performance [1][10]. Fund Performance - As of the report, Huabao ETF (159876) has seen a net subscription of 3 million units, with a total inflow of 56.11 million yuan over the past two days, indicating positive market sentiment towards the non-ferrous metal sector [1][10]. Stock Performance - Key stocks in the sector include Guocheng Mining and Yongxing Materials, both rising over 6%, while Baotai Co. increased by more than 5%. Other notable stocks include Lichong Group, Baiyin Nonferrous, and Hunan Baiyin, which also saw gains [3][12]. - Major weighted stocks such as Luoyang Molybdenum and Zijin Mining rose over 2% and 3%, respectively, while Shandong Gold increased by over 1% [3][12]. Market Outlook - Looking ahead to 2026, Huabao Fund identifies three main themes that may drive non-ferrous metal prices higher: 1. "Green Inflation" related to basic metals like copper and aluminum, driven by the growth of new economies such as AI and renewable energy, which are expected to outpace traditional sectors [5][14]. 2. "Anti-Overcapacity" policies affecting lithium and other new energy metals, which may lead to a balance in supply and demand, with lithium prices projected to rise from a base of 90,000-100,000 to 120,000 [15]. 3. "Interest Rate Cuts" impacting precious metals like gold, with expectations of accelerated rate cuts by the Federal Reserve, enhancing gold's appeal as a monetary asset [6][15]. Industry Sentiment - Analysts generally believe that the non-ferrous metal sector is likely to continue its bullish trend, with firms like Zhongtai Securities and CITIC Securities expressing optimism about the ongoing commodity investment enthusiasm [6][16]. Investment Strategy - For investors looking to capitalize on the non-ferrous metal sector, a diversified approach through the Huabao ETF (159876) and its associated funds is recommended, as it covers a broad range of metals, reducing risk compared to investing in single metal sectors [8][17].

Core Viewpoint - The market is currently experiencing consolidation, with A-shares showing a downward trend, while the non-ferrous metal sector, particularly the non-ferrous metal leader ETF (159876), is performing well, indicating strong technical momentum [1] Group 1: Market Performance - The non-ferrous metal leader ETF (159876) has seen an intraday high increase of 0.77% and is currently up 0.44%, remaining above all moving averages, suggesting strong technical momentum [1] - Major stocks in the non-ferrous sector include Huayou Cobalt, which rose over 4%, and several others like Baotai Co., Huaxi Nonferrous, and Xiyang Co. that increased by more than 3% [1] Group 2: Future Outlook - The macroeconomic environment is expected to influence the commodity market, with three main lines projected to drive the rise in non-ferrous metal prices: "green inflation" related to basic metals, "anti-involution" policies affecting lithium and other new energy metals, and a potential "interest rate cut wave" benefiting precious metals like gold [2][3] - The "green inflation" narrative suggests that demand for copper and aluminum will continue to rise due to the growth of new industries such as AI and renewable energy, with expectations of price increases driven by supply shortages [2] - The "anti-involution" aspect indicates that lithium prices may rise as excess capacity is cleared and costs increase, with projections for lithium carbonate prices to reach 90,000-100,000, potentially rising to 120,000 by 2026 [3] - The anticipated acceleration of the Federal Reserve's interest rate cuts could enhance gold's appeal as a non-replaceable monetary asset, providing opportunities for investment in precious metals [3] Group 3: Investment Strategy - The non-ferrous metal sector is expected to continue its bullish trend, with various institutions expressing optimism about the ongoing bull market [4] - A diversified investment approach through the non-ferrous metal leader ETF (159876) is recommended, as it covers a wide range of metals including copper, aluminum, gold, rare earths, and lithium, thus mitigating risks associated with investing in single metal sectors [5] - As of December 16, the non-ferrous leader ETF (159876) has a total scale of 840 million, making it the largest ETF tracking the same index in the market [7]

Core Viewpoint - The A-share market is experiencing a consolidation phase, with all three major indices in the red, while the non-ferrous metal sector's leading ETF (159876) is showing resilience and positive momentum, indicating strong technical performance [1][9]. Market Performance - The non-ferrous metal leading ETF (159876) reached a peak intraday increase of 0.77% and is currently up 0.44%, trading above all moving averages, suggesting strong upward momentum [1][9]. - Major constituents of the ETF include Huayou Cobalt, which rose over 4%, and other companies like Baotai Co., Huaxi Nonferrous, and Xiyang Co. which saw increases of over 3% [1][10]. Future Outlook - According to Huabao Fund, three main themes are expected to drive non-ferrous metal prices upward through 2026: 1. "Green Inflation" related to basic metals like copper and aluminum, driven by the growth of new economies such as AI and renewable energy, is anticipated to create a demand-supply imbalance, supporting price increases [3][11]. 2. "Anti-Overcapacity" policies in sectors like lithium and coal are expected to stabilize supply and demand, with lithium prices projected to rise from a bottom of 90,000-100,000 to 120,000 [3][11]. 3. A potential "Interest Rate Cut Wave" could enhance gold's appeal as a monetary asset, with expectations of price increases for precious metals like gold, silver, platinum, and palladium [4][12]. Investment Strategy - The non-ferrous metal sector is expected to continue its bullish trend, with institutions like Zhongtai Securities and CITIC Securities expressing optimism about the ongoing bull market [4][12]. - The non-ferrous leading ETF (159876) and its linked funds are recommended for investors seeking diversified exposure across various metals, including copper, aluminum, gold, rare earths, and lithium, which can help mitigate risks compared to investing in single metal sectors [5][14]. ETF Details - As of December 16, the non-ferrous leading ETF (159876) has a total size of 840 million yuan, making it the largest ETF tracking the same index in the market [7][16].

Macro Economic Outlook - The domestic economy is expected to grow steadily at 4.9% in 2026, with infrastructure investment accelerating and manufacturing investment maintaining at 6% [1][6] - Consumer spending is anticipated to be supported by subsidy policies, while export growth may be driven by demand from the US due to its easing monetary policies [6][18] - CPI is projected to have a slight positive growth of 0.5%, while PPI's decline is expected to narrow to -0.9% [1][6] Global Environment - Short-term, US-China relations are entering a relatively stable phase, but long-term trends indicate a gradual decoupling in key sectors [1][18] - Global liquidity is expected to ease, with the Federal Reserve potentially initiating four rate cuts from late 2025 to 2026 [1][18] Asset Allocation Outlook for 2026 Bonds - The bond market is expected to focus on defensive strategies, with 10-year rates projected to fluctuate between 1.70% and 2.0%, and 30-year rates between 1.90% and 2.30% [2][21] - Short-duration high-quality credit bonds and medium-duration rate bonds are recommended for defensive positioning [2][21] Currency - The RMB is expected to appreciate gradually, potentially reaching around 6.80 by the end of 2026, with annualized volatility remaining low at 3.0%-4.0% [3][23] Commodities - The "green inflation" narrative is expected to benefit metals like copper and aluminum due to demand from AI and new energy sectors, with a long-term price increase anticipated [3][26][30] - The "反内卷" (anti-involution) policy is expected to influence commodity markets significantly, particularly in sectors facing overcapacity [3][30] Gold - Gold prices are projected to maintain a range of $4000-$4200 per ounce until the end of 2025, with an upward trend expected post-2026 due to easing liquidity [3][32] A-shares - The A-share market is entering the next phase of an "innovation bull," driven by recovering inflation and improving corporate earnings, with a focus on technology and core manufacturing sectors [3][39][41] - The market is expected to see continued inflows from foreign, institutional, and individual investors, enhancing liquidity and supporting valuations [3][47][48] US Stocks - The US stock market is anticipated to reach new highs, benefiting from a favorable macro environment and AI industry narratives, although high valuations may increase volatility [4][18]

Economic Outlook - China's economy is expected to grow at 4.9% in 2026, with infrastructure investment accelerating and manufacturing investment maintaining at 6%[11] - CPI is projected to have a slight positive growth of 0.5%, while PPI's decline is expected to narrow to -0.9%[12] - Fiscal policy will remain expansionary, with an increase of 620 billion yuan in incremental funds compared to 2025[13] Asset Allocation - The overall preference for asset allocation is ranked as follows: stocks > commodities (industrial) > gold > currency > bonds[7] - 10-year bond yields are expected to fluctuate between 1.70%-2.0%, while 30-year yields are projected to be in the range of 1.90%-2.30%[32] - The RMB is anticipated to gradually appreciate, potentially reaching around 6.80 by the end of 2026, with annualized volatility maintained at 3.0%-4.0%[35] Stock Market Insights - A-shares are entering the next phase of an "innovation bull market," driven by inflation recovery and liquidity supporting valuation increases[3] - The overall A-share market has seen a 73.4% increase from February 2024 to November 2025, with valuation recovery being a significant driver[51] - A-share earnings are expected to rise significantly in 2026, supported by improved PPI and the implementation of "anti-involution" policies[52] Commodity Market Trends - Commodities like copper and aluminum are expected to benefit from increased demand driven by AI and new energy sectors, indicating a long-term price increase[39] - The "green inflation" narrative is expected to continue, with supply constraints and demand from new economic sectors driving prices higher[43] - The "anti-involution" policy is anticipated to stabilize commodity markets by addressing overcapacity in certain industries[41] Gold Market Outlook - Gold prices are projected to oscillate between $4,000-$4,200 per ounce through the end of 2025, with an upward trend expected in 2026 due to liquidity easing[50] - The historical bull market in gold has been supported by central bank purchases and a weakening of global sovereign currency credit[44]