Core Viewpoint - The recent rebound in soybean meal prices is primarily driven by expectations from the US-China trade talks and strong domestic crushing demand, but the sustainability of this rebound is uncertain due to market sentiment and existing pressures in the domestic market [2][3]. Group 1: Price Movements - Soybean meal futures prices rebounded significantly, closing at 2933 CNY/ton, an increase of approximately 80 CNY/ton from the low point on Wednesday [1]. - As of October 24, the spot price of soybean meal in East China was reported at 2910 CNY/ton, up 40 CNY/ton week-on-week [1]. Group 2: Import and Supply Dynamics - Domestic soybean imports surged to 86.19 million tons in the first three quarters of the year, a 5% increase year-on-year, with a notable 15% increase in imports from May to September [3]. - The total soybean crushing volume in domestic oil mills reached 49.54 million tons from May to September, reflecting a 13% year-on-year increase [3]. - Despite a projected decline in soybean imports in the fourth quarter, the total supply is expected to remain sufficient, with an estimated 32.2 million tons available to meet the average monthly crushing demand of 8.8 million tons [3]. Group 3: Demand Trends - Domestic demand for soybean meal remains robust, driven by high inventory levels in the livestock sector, with average weekly consumption reaching 1.71 million tons, significantly higher than last year's 1.55 million tons [4]. - The current spot price of soybean meal is relatively low compared to previous years, making it an attractive option for feed, which supports continued strong demand [4]. Group 4: Market Challenges - The profitability of crushing Brazilian soybeans has significantly decreased, leading to a slowdown in the pace of domestic purchases, with a notable gap in soybean procurement for future months [5]. - There is a procurement gap of 8 to 9 million tons for imported soybeans from November to January 2026, while the remaining export volume from Brazil is only 5 million tons [5].