Investment Rating - The industry rating is "Recommended" [3] Core Views - Short-term raw material supply tightness is expected to support nickel prices, with LME nickel spot price reaching $18,630 per ton, up 5.70% from January 16 [1] - The cobalt market is anticipated to see continued price increases due to structural supply tightness, with electrolytic cobalt priced at 438,000 yuan per ton, down 3.74% from January 16 [2][5] - Domestic antimony supply remains tight, supporting antimony prices, with average prices for antimony ingots at 160,500 yuan per ton [6] - Lithium carbonate prices are expected to continue rising, with a market average of 171,100 yuan per ton, up 8.36% from January 16 [8][19] - Supply uncertainties in the rare earth market are expected to support prices, with significant legislative changes in Vietnam impacting global supply [20] - Tin prices are supported by uncertainties in overseas supply, with LME tin prices at $54,200 per ton, up 9.66% from January 16 [11][21] - Tungsten market supply-demand imbalance is notable, with white tungsten concentrate prices at 535,500 yuan per ton, up 5.93% from January 16 [13][22] - Uranium supply tightness is expected to persist, with global uranium prices at $63.51 per pound, significantly higher than historical lows [14][15] Summary by Sections Nickel and Cobalt Industry - Nickel prices are supported by supply constraints, with Indonesia's nickel mining production quota expected to be reduced to 250-260 million tons [1][16] - Cobalt supply is projected to remain tight, with Congo's export quotas confirmed to extend into 2026 [2][17] Antimony Industry - Antimony prices are supported by long-term supply tightness, with domestic production facing seasonal disruptions [6][18] Lithium Industry - Lithium carbonate prices are expected to remain strong due to demand support and ongoing supply constraints, with significant price increases noted [8][19] Rare Earth Industry - Legislative changes in Vietnam are tightening global rare earth supply, with China maintaining a dominant position in the market [20] Tin Industry - Tin prices are supported by uncertainties in overseas supply, particularly from Myanmar and Congo [11][21] Tungsten Industry - The tungsten market is experiencing a supply-demand imbalance, with prices expected to rise further due to limited new supply [13][22] Uranium Industry - Uranium prices are supported by ongoing supply tightness and geopolitical factors affecting production [14][15]

Investment Rating - Industry rating: Recommended [3] Core Views - The report anticipates a strong fluctuation in lithium prices in the short term, supported by a backdrop of price reassessment across key metals [1] - The Indonesian government plans to reduce nickel and coal production in 2026, which, combined with Vale's suspension of nickel mining, is expected to tighten supply and support nickel prices [1] - The cobalt market is expected to remain structurally tight, with prices likely to rise further due to ongoing supply constraints [2][5] - The antimony market is showing signs of recovery in exports, which may lead to domestic prices converging with higher international prices [6][18] - The lithium market is experiencing a continuous destocking trend, with prices expected to remain strong due to stable demand from the electric vehicle and energy storage sectors [8][19] - The rare earth market is tightening due to new export restrictions from Vietnam, which may further support prices [20] - The tin market faces uncertainties in supply due to ongoing issues in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Indonesia's export controls [21] Summary by Sections Nickel and Cobalt Industry Update - Indonesia's government plans to cut nickel production by approximately 34% in 2026, reducing the target to 250 million tons from 379 million tons in 2025 [1] - Vale's Indonesian operations have halted nickel mining, contributing to supply tightness [1] - The cobalt market is expected to face structural supply constraints, with prices projected to rise due to a decrease in available export quotas from the Democratic Republic of Congo [2][5] Antimony Industry Update - Domestic antimony prices are expected to rise as supply remains tight, particularly with winter mining activities slowing down [6][18] - The Chinese government has implemented export controls that may further tighten supply and support higher domestic prices [6][18] Lithium Industry Update - The average price of battery-grade lithium carbonate has increased to 118,600 CNY/ton, reflecting a 16.76% rise [8] - Continuous destocking in the lithium market is expected to support prices, with demand from the electric vehicle sector remaining robust [8][19] Rare Earth Industry Update - New export restrictions from Vietnam are expected to tighten global rare earth supply, supporting prices [20] - China continues to dominate the rare earth supply chain, with significant production capacity compared to other countries [20] Tin Industry Update - The tin market is facing uncertainties due to supply issues in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Indonesia's export controls [21] - Recent increases in tin imports from Myanmar may help alleviate some supply concerns, but overall uncertainty remains [21]

Investment Rating - The industry rating is "Recommended" [3] Core Insights - Short-term lithium prices are expected to remain bullish, supported by ongoing inventory depletion and supply-side disruptions [8][27] - Nickel prices may find support due to potential reductions in Indonesia's nickel ore quotas and additional taxes on associated resources [1][27] - Cobalt prices are anticipated to rise further due to a persistent supply shortage, with structural tightness expected to last for the next two years [5][17] - The antimony market is expected to see prices converge towards higher international levels due to export restrictions and tight supply [6][19] - The rare earth industry remains dominated by China, despite overseas efforts to develop supply chains, with significant supply tightening expected [9][20] - Tin prices are supported by uncertainties in overseas supply, particularly from Myanmar and the Democratic Republic of Congo [11][21] - Tungsten prices are expected to remain supported due to ongoing supply tightness and regulatory controls on mining quotas [13][22] - Uranium prices are likely to be supported by ongoing supply constraints and geopolitical factors affecting global energy security [14][22] Summary by Sections Nickel and Cobalt Industry Update - Indonesia's 2026 nickel ore production target is set to be reduced to 250 million tons, down 34% from 379 million tons in 2025, to prevent further price declines [1][27] - The Indonesian government plans to classify cobalt and iron as independent commodities and impose a royalty tax of 1.5%-2%, potentially generating an additional $600 million annually [1][27] Antimony Industry Update - Domestic antimony prices are expected to rise towards international levels due to export controls and tight supply conditions [6][19] Lithium Industry Update - The average price of battery-grade lithium carbonate is reported at 97,700 CNY/ton, with a 3.27% increase [8][27] - Supply stability is expected from lithium salt plants, while demand from the electric vehicle and energy storage markets remains strong [8][27] Rare Earth Industry Update - China continues to dominate global rare earth supply, with new export restrictions from Vietnam further tightening the market [9][20] Tin Industry Update - Tin prices are supported by uncertainties in overseas supply, particularly from Myanmar and the Democratic Republic of Congo [11][21] Tungsten Industry Update - Supply tightness in the tungsten market is expected to persist due to regulatory controls and reduced mining quotas [13][22] Uranium Industry Update - Ongoing supply constraints and geopolitical factors are expected to support uranium prices in the near term [14][22]