2025 年 10 月 22 日 锌：外盘支撑 季先飞 投资咨询从业资格号：Z0012691 jixianfei@gtht.com 王宗源（联系人） 期货从业资格号：F03142619 wangzongyuan@gtht.com 【基本面跟踪】 | | 昨日值 | 较前日变动/涨跌幅 | | 昨日值 | 较前日变动/涨跌幅 | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 沪锌主力收盘价 | 21970 | 0.55% | 伦锌 3M 电子盘收 | 2976 | 1.24% | | （元/吨） | | | 盘（美元/吨） | | | | 沪锌主力成交量 | 108521 | 10835 | 伦锌成交量（手） | 8609 | -2492 | | （手） | | | | | | | 沪锌主力持仓量 | 130442 | 5270 | 伦锌持仓量（手） | 224013 | -200 | | （手） | | | | | | | 上海 0# 锌升贴水 | -50 | -10 | LME CASH-3M 升 | 230.29 | 100.29 | | （元/吨） | | | 贴水（美 ...

Core Insights - Precious metals, particularly gold and silver, have reached historic highs, with gold surpassing $4,000 and silver hitting a 45-year peak, drawing significant market attention [1][2] - Despite the recent surge, there are concerns about short-term volatility, leading some institutions to adopt a cautious stance on precious metals [1][3] Market Performance - On October 14, gold futures rose initially but faced a significant drop, with gold futures down 3% at one point and silver futures fluctuating over 6%. By the end of the day, gold futures closed at 938.98 yuan per gram, up 2.7%, while silver futures closed at 11,533 yuan per kilogram, also up 2.64% [2] - The London spot market saw gold prices recover above $4,100 after a brief decline [2] Drivers of Price Movement - The recent surge in precious metals is attributed to the "TACO trade" initiated by the Trump administration, alongside a liquidity crisis in the silver market that has driven prices higher [2][4] - The Philadelphia Fed's new chair's support for two more rate cuts this year, combined with the fragile Middle East ceasefire, has contributed to the bullish trend in precious metals [2] Institutional Outlook - Major U.S. institutions express a consensus of being "long-term bullish but short-term cautious" on precious metals. Bank of America raised its 2026 gold price target to $5,000 per ounce and silver to $65 per ounce, citing ongoing support from unconventional policies [3] - Goldman Sachs also sees potential for silver price increases driven by private investment inflows but warns of liquidity risks [3][5] Silver Market Dynamics - The silver market is experiencing a historic short squeeze, with London spot inventories down 75% since 2019, leading to soaring leasing rates and increased delivery costs for short sellers [4] - Year-to-date, silver prices have risen nearly 80%, outperforming gold recently [4] Long-term Investment Considerations - Despite gold's rise above $4,000, its unique safe-haven value remains highly regarded, with suggestions for investors to allocate 15% of their portfolios to gold [6] - Goldman Sachs predicts further increases in gold prices, raising its 2026 forecast to $4,900, driven by central bank diversification and expected rate cuts [7] - The ongoing strong performance of gold in 2025 is attracting renewed investor interest, with ETF inflows turning positive [8]

Summary of Key Points from Conference Call Records Industry Overview: Non-Ferrous Metals Core Insights and Arguments - **Copper Price Expectations**: The anticipated copper price for 2025 is around $10,000 per ton, aligning with current fundamentals. The decline in the spot-futures price spread indicates a rationalization of speculative sentiment, with large enterprises slowing down purchases [1][4]. - **Weakening Fundamentals**: The non-ferrous metals sector has shown a marginal weakening over the past three to four weeks, with inventory levels for copper and aluminum halting their decline and slightly increasing. Downstream operating rates, processing fees, and profitability for copper and aluminum are all on a downward trend [1][6]. - **Seasonal Weakness**: The non-ferrous metals market is expected to enter a traditional off-season from July to early August 2025, with high temperatures and holidays negatively impacting consumption. Previous tariff policies have preemptively exhausted some demand, posing short-term risks of returning to fundamental market conditions [1][7]. - **Valuation and Price Caution**: The current valuation of the non-ferrous metals sector is neutral, with commodity prices and sector valuations reflecting caution [1][8]. Additional Important Insights - **Aluminum Industry Conditions**: The aluminum sector is experiencing weak conditions, with aluminum rod margins at their lowest in nearly a year. While aluminum rod factory inventories have decreased by approximately 16,000 to 17,000 tons, social inventories have increased by over 10,000 tons, indicating weak demand [1][9]. - **Copper Demand and Inventory**: Copper demand is relatively weak, with electrolytic copper production declining for four consecutive weeks while factory inventories are rising, indicating insufficient demand. Downstream copper rod production has also decreased for three weeks, further confirming the downward trend in demand [1][10]. - **Future Price Adjustments**: It is expected that commodity prices may undergo two adjustments in the coming year, influenced by short-term factors such as tariff-related behaviors and seasonal effects, as well as the long-term negative impacts of U.S. tariff policies [1][11]. Industry Overview: Gold Core Insights and Arguments - **Gold Price Stability**: Short-term inflation expectations support gold prices, with significant adjustments unlikely. Long-term support for gold prices is provided by central bank purchases in emerging markets, with expectations for gold prices to fluctuate between $3,100 and $3,400 [2][12]. Additional Important Insights - **Investment Opportunities**: The current investment climate suggests that as other sectors present more opportunities, the opportunity cost of holding gold is high. However, as gold prices adjust to reasonable levels, capital may flow back into gold [2][13]. Industry Overview: Steel Core Insights and Arguments - **Steel Industry Performance**: The steel industry performed well in Q1, with Q2 profitability levels expected to remain similar. Investment opportunities may arise if "anti-involution" policies are extended to the steel sector, potentially improving profit margins [14]. Industry Overview: Minor Metals Core Insights and Arguments - **Investment Opportunities in Tungsten and Cobalt**: There are notable investment opportunities in tungsten and cobalt, with tungsten prices currently stabilizing at high levels. The demand for tungsten is supported by growth in electronics and new energy vehicles, while cobalt may see significant changes in July and August due to inventory dynamics [15].