1. Report Industry Investment Rating - Not provided in the content 2. Core View of the Report - The Shanghai copper main contract shows a volatile trend, with increasing open interest, spot premium, and strengthening basis. The copper concentrate spot TC index remains at a low negative level, indicating a tight raw material supply. The supply of refined copper may be restricted due to the tight copper ore supply and concentrated maintenance of some smelters. Downstream demand is still cautious due to high copper prices, mainly for rigid demand restocking. Overall, the fundamentals of Shanghai copper may be in a situation of converging supply and temporarily weak demand. In the options market, the sentiment is bullish, and the implied volatility has slightly increased. It is recommended to conduct short - term long trades on dips with a light position, while paying attention to controlling the rhythm and trading risks [2]. 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Futures Market - The closing price of the Shanghai copper futures main contract is 86,990 yuan/ton, up 400 yuan; the LME 3 - month copper price is 10,931 dollars/ton, down 22 dollars. The main contract's open interest is 210,684 lots, up 5,956 lots. The LME copper inventory is 156,500 tons, down 75 tons; the SHFE cathode copper inventory is 110,603 tons, up 1,196 tons [2]. 3.2现货市场 - The SMM 1 copper spot price is 87,085 yuan/ton, up 430 yuan; the Yangtze River Non - ferrous Market 1 copper spot price is 87,165 yuan/ton, up 420 yuan. The CU main contract basis is 95 yuan/ton, up 30 yuan; the LME copper premium (0 - 3) is 30.83 dollars/ton, up 21.31 dollars [2]. 3.3 Upstream Situation - The import volume of copper ore and concentrates is 245.15 million tons, down 13.56 million tons. The copper concentrate prices in Jiangxi and Yunnan are 76,990 yuan/metal ton and 77,690 yuan/metal ton respectively, both up 140 yuan. The TC of domestic copper smelters is - 42.32 dollars/thousand tons, down 0.11 dollars [2]. 3.4产业情况 - The output of refined copper is 120.40 million tons, down 6.20 million tons. The import volume of unwrought copper and copper products is 440,000 tons, down 50,000 tons. The social inventory of copper is 41.82 million tons, up 0.43 million tons [2]. 3.5下游及应用 - The output of copper products is 200.40 million tons, down 22.80 million tons. The cumulative grid infrastructure investment is 4,824 billion yuan, up 445.93 billion yuan. The cumulative real estate development investment is 73,562.70 billion yuan, up 5,856.99 billion yuan. The monthly output of integrated circuits is 4,177,000 thousand pieces, down 194,236.10 thousand pieces [2]. 3.6期权情况 - The 20 - day historical volatility of Shanghai copper is 11.20%, down 0.16%; the 40 - day historical volatility is 19.39%, up 0.01%. The current month's at - the - money IV implied volatility is 12.13%, up 0.0044%. The at - the - money option call - put ratio is 1.23, up 0.059 [2]. 3.7行业消息 - The Fed's Beige Book shows that economic activity is basically flat, with some areas facing a risk of slowdown. Six departments jointly issued a plan to promote consumer goods consumption. The number of initial jobless claims in the US last week decreased to a new low. More car companies are entering the humanoid robot field. The China Non - Ferrous Metals Industry Association opposes zero or negative processing fees in the copper smelting industry and is taking measures to manage copper smelting capacity [2].

1. Report Industry Investment Rating - No information provided on the industry investment rating 2. Core View of the Report - It is expected that the futures price of stainless steel will fluctuate and adjust, facing pressure from the MA20 line. The raw - material cost has decreased, the supply pressure has increased, the demand is weak, the social inventory has shown a narrow increase, and the short - selling sentiment has weakened [2] 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs Futures Market - The closing price of the futures main contract of stainless steel is 12,410 yuan/ton, down 45 yuan; the 01 - 02 contract spread is - 70 yuan/ton, down 15 yuan; the net long position of the top 20 futures holders is - 7,631 lots, an increase of 1,495 lots; the main contract position is 122,062 lots, a decrease of 9,348 lots; the warehouse receipt quantity is 63,473 tons, a decrease of 292 tons [2] 现货市场 - The price of 304/2B rolled, trimmed in Wuxi is 13,200 yuan/ton, unchanged; the market price of scrap stainless steel 304 in Wuxi is 8,850 yuan/ton, unchanged; the SS main contract basis is 365 yuan/ton, down 25 yuan [2] Upstream Situation - The monthly electrolytic nickel output is 29,430 tons, an increase of 1,120 tons; the total monthly nickel - iron output is 22,900 metal tons, an increase of 1,200 metal tons; the monthly import volume of refined nickel and alloys is 9,939.65 tons, a decrease of 18,631.22 tons; the monthly import volume of nickel - iron is 905,100 tons, a decrease of 180,200 tons; the SMM1 nickel spot price is 119,000 yuan/ton, down 850 yuan; the average price of nickel - iron (7 - 10%) nationwide is 885 yuan/nickel point, unchanged; the monthly Chinese chromite output is 757,800 tons, a decrease of 26,900 tons [2] 产业情况 - The monthly output of 300 - series stainless steel is 1.8 million tons, an increase of 37,300 tons; the weekly total inventory of 300 - series stainless steel is 585,300 tons, a decrease of 5,900 tons; the monthly stainless steel export volume is 458,500 tons, a decrease of 29,500 tons [2] 下游情况 - The cumulative monthly new housing construction area is 490,613,900 square meters, an increase of 36,623,900 square meters; the monthly output of large and medium - sized tractors is 21,900 units, an increase of 4,300 units; the monthly output of excavators is 30,900 units, a decrease of 700 units; the monthly output of small tractors is 9,000 units, a decrease of 1,000 units [2] 行业消息 - The Fed released the Beige Book, showing that economic activity was basically flat in most of the 12 Fed districts, with 2 districts reporting a slight decline and 1 district reporting a slight increase. The overall outlook is basically unchanged, and some people point out an increased risk of economic slowdown in the next few months. Six departments jointly issued a plan to enhance the adaptability of consumer goods supply and demand and promote consumption, aiming to optimize the consumer goods supply structure by 2027. The number of initial jobless claims in the US last week decreased by 6,000 to 216,000, the lowest since mid - April [2]

Group 1 - The total silver futures warehouse receipts reached 546,976 kilograms, with an increase of 15,765 kilograms compared to the previous day [1][2] - The main silver futures contract opened at 12,250 CNY/kg, peaked at 12,540 CNY/kg, and closed at 12,525 CNY/kg, reflecting a rise of 3.35% [1] - The report from the Federal Reserve's Beige Book indicates that U.S. economic activity has remained largely unchanged, with only one district showing slight growth and two districts showing slight declines [2] Group 2 - The Beige Book highlights a slight weakening in the U.S. job market and a moderate increase in price levels, with overall economic outlook remaining stable [2] - Consumer spending has declined further, except among high-end consumers, as reported in the Beige Book [2] - The prolonged government shutdown until November 12 has disrupted the collection of key economic data, making recent field surveys critical for understanding the actual conditions of businesses and consumers [2]

Group 1 - The current trading price of London gold is around $4150, with a latest quote of $4152.59 per ounce, reflecting a decline of 0.23% [1] - The highest price reached was $4168.19 per ounce, while the lowest was $4142.12 per ounce, indicating a short-term oscillating trend for London gold [1] Group 2 - The US dollar index continues to decline as Thanksgiving approaches, with September durable goods orders showing a month-on-month increase of 0.5%, which is a slowdown compared to August's 2.9% [2] - Core durable goods orders, excluding transportation, increased by 0.6%, significantly exceeding the expected 0.2% and previous value of 0.3% [2] - The Federal Reserve's Beige Book indicates that US economic activity is nearly stagnant, with half of the employers in 12 Federal Reserve districts showing decreased hiring intentions [2] Group 3 - The recent gold market analysis indicates a small upward movement, remaining above the 5-day moving average, with a double bottom established on the 4-hour chart [3] - The first resistance level to watch is around $4180, and if this level is broken, the market may target $4200 [3]

Core Insights - The latest Federal Reserve Beige Book indicates a slight decline in employment numbers, with approximately half of the regions reporting weak labor demand [1] Employment Trends - Employment numbers have shown a slight decrease, suggesting potential challenges in the job market [1] - About 50% of the regions surveyed reported a softening in labor demand, indicating a broader trend of reduced hiring activity [1]

Market Overview - Gold experienced significant volatility, initially breaking down but then rebounding sharply by $80, returning to $4100 before adjusting again, indicating ongoing competition between bulls and bears [1][4] - The market is expected to continue a sideways trend next week, with adjustments anticipated within the range of $4040 to $4110, and potential resistance at $4110 and $4142 [4][5] Economic Factors - A large-scale stimulus plan from Japan has significantly impacted the market, leading to a strong dollar and intervention from the Bank of Japan, while geopolitical tensions related to Russia and Ukraine have contributed to gold's downward movement [6] - In the U.S., manufacturing PMI and consumer confidence indices have both declined to new lows, alongside a record high in white-collar unemployment, suggesting a weakening economy and increasing expectations for a Federal Reserve rate cut in December, which is favorable for gold [7] Upcoming Data - Key economic data is expected next week, including U.S. retail sales for September, which may reflect the strength of the U.S. economy and could impact stock and bond markets [8] - The Federal Reserve's Beige Book will also be released, providing insights into economic conditions as the market anticipates discussions around potential rate cuts in December [8] Investment Strategy - The current market conditions necessitate careful judgment of direction and trends, with a focus on entry and exit points for investments in gold [8] - A well-established trading team claims to achieve a high accuracy rate of 85% or more, emphasizing the importance of risk management and maximizing profit opportunities [8]

Core Insights - The Federal Reserve's Beige Book indicates that recent economic activity in the U.S. has remained relatively unchanged, with overall employment levels stable [1] - Consumer spending has slightly declined, while prices continue to rise, with several Federal Reserve districts reporting an acceleration in input cost increases [1] - The report highlights that cost increases driven by tariffs have been reported across many districts, but the extent to which these higher costs are passed on to final prices varies [1] Economic Activity - Economic activity in the U.S. has not shown significant changes in recent weeks [1] - Employment levels are reported to be stable overall [1] Consumer Spending - There has been a slight decline in overall consumer spending [1] Price Trends - Prices are continuing to rise, with several districts noting an increase in input costs [1] - The transmission of higher input costs to final prices varies across different regions [1] Tariff Impact - Input cost increases attributed to tariffs have been reported in many Federal Reserve districts [1]

Core Viewpoint - The Federal Reserve's Beige Book indicates that multiple regions are experiencing an acceleration in the growth rate of input costs [1] Group 1 - Several regions reported an increase in the pace of cost growth, suggesting potential inflationary pressures in the economy [1]

Group 1 - The Beige Book is a key report released by the Federal Reserve that provides insights into the current economic conditions in the U.S. through qualitative data gathered from various business contacts [2][3] - The report is expected to focus on three main areas: employment and wages, inflation and consumer behavior, and regional economic disparities [4][5][6] Group 2 - The Beige Book serves as a critical reference for the Federal Reserve's monetary policy decisions, particularly for the upcoming September meeting [7] - Market reactions to the report will vary based on its tone; a dovish report may strengthen expectations for interest rate cuts, benefiting U.S. stocks and gold, while a hawkish report may weaken those expectations and support the U.S. dollar [8] - A neutral report is likely to result in a subdued market response as investors await further data [9] Group 3 - Investors are advised to avoid emotional trading based on the report's immediate impact and instead focus on long-term strategies [10] - Incorporating the qualitative insights from the Beige Book with quantitative data from other economic indicators can provide a more comprehensive understanding of the economic landscape [11]

Group 1 - Gold prices continued to rise, reaching a record high of $3578.29 per ounce, driven by weak U.S. employment data and strong safe-haven demand amid global uncertainties [1][3] - The probability of a Federal Reserve rate cut in September is at 96.6%, with only a 3.4% chance of maintaining current rates [1] - Following the release of employment data, traders increased their bets on a 25 basis point rate cut by the Federal Reserve from 92% to 98% [3] Group 2 - The Federal Reserve's Beige Book indicated that economic activity in most U.S. districts has shown little to no change, with consumer spending remaining flat or declining due to wages not keeping pace with rising prices [4] - Inflation was reported across all districts, with ten districts noting moderate or subdued inflation, while two reported strong input price growth [4] - Tariff-related price increases were mentioned as a significant factor affecting input prices in many districts [4]