Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Accumulate" rating for the non-ferrous metals sector [5]. Core Insights - The report highlights a continuous increase in the prices of various metals, particularly electrolytic cobalt and polysilicon, while lithium concentrate prices have seen a decline. This indicates a mixed outlook for different segments within the new materials industry [1][2][4]. Summary by Relevant Sections Non-Ferrous Metals - Electrolytic cobalt price is at 271,000 CNY/ton, up 3.0% week-on-week, with a price ratio of electrolytic cobalt to cobalt powder at 0.87, up 1.4% [1][10]. - Lithium concentrate (Li2O 5%) price is at 700 USD/ton, down 3.58% week-on-week [1]. - The price of lithium iron phosphate and 523-type cathode materials is stable at 343,000 CNY/ton and 1,147,000 CNY/ton, respectively [1]. Photovoltaic New Materials - Polysilicon price is at 6.45 USD/kg, up 4.0% week-on-week, indicating a recovery in the solar materials market [2]. - EVA price remains stable at 10,800 CNY/ton, reflecting a low position since 2013 [2]. Nuclear Power New Materials - Uranium price is at 59.58 USD/lb, up 4.0% week-on-week, indicating a positive trend in nuclear materials [2]. Consumer Electronics New Materials - The price of cobalt tetroxide is at 214,200 CNY/ton, up 0.56% week-on-week, while lithium cobalt oxide price remains stable at 175.0 CNY/kg [3]. - Silicon carbide price is stable at 5,300 CNY/ton, reflecting steady demand in the electronics sector [3]. Investment Recommendations - The report suggests focusing on the metal new materials sector, particularly lithium and cobalt, due to price increases and supply disruptions. Companies like Salt Lake Co., Zangge Mining, and Huayou Cobalt are highlighted as potential investment opportunities [4].

Group 1: Economic Indicators - In August 2025, the CPI remained flat at 0% month-on-month, while the PPI stopped declining after eight consecutive months of negative growth [4] - The long-end yield of government bonds significantly increased, with the 10Y government bond yield expected to stabilize around 1.7% [4] Group 2: Metal and Material Sector - The price of tungsten reached a new high since 2012, while lithium prices are around 80,000 yuan per ton due to supply disruptions from mine shutdowns [4] - The cobalt export ban from the Democratic Republic of Congo has been extended for three months, and the price of praseodymium and neodymium oxide is at a 19-month high [4] Group 3: Company Performance - In the first half of 2025, Maca Xincai achieved a revenue of 201 million yuan, a year-on-year increase of 180.16%, and turned a profit with a net profit of 56.63 million yuan [7] - The company has made significant progress in new business development, including breakthroughs in the overseas wind power coating market and the first certification for ship coatings, which are expected to contribute to future revenue [7]

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Investment Rating - The report maintains a rating of "Increase" for the non-ferrous metals sector [5]. Core Insights - The report highlights a continuous increase in electric carbon prices and a record high for praseodymium-neodymium oxide prices, indicating strong demand in the metal new materials sector [1][4]. - The lithium concentrate price has decreased, while the prices for electric carbon, industrial carbon, and battery-grade lithium hydroxide have increased, suggesting a mixed outlook for the new energy vehicle materials market [1][28]. - The report suggests focusing on companies with cost advantages and resource expansion potential in the lithium mining sector, as well as those involved in cobalt and tungsten production [4]. Summary by Relevant Sections Non-Ferrous Metals - The price of electrolytic cobalt is reported at 260,000 CNY/ton, with no change week-on-week [1]. - The price ratio of electrolytic cobalt to cobalt powder is 0.86, down 1.7% from the previous week [10]. - The price of carbon fiber remains stable at 83.8 CNY/kg, with a gross profit of -8.59 CNY/kg [21]. New Energy Vehicle Materials - The price of Li2O 5% lithium concentrate is 840 USD/ton, down 2.55% week-on-week [1]. - The prices for electric carbon, industrial carbon, and battery-grade lithium hydroxide are 83,500 CNY/ton, 81,200 CNY/ton, and 76,900 CNY/ton, respectively, with increases of 7.9%, 8.08%, and 8.5% [28]. - The price of lithium iron phosphate and 523-type cathode materials are 34,300 CNY/ton and 114,400 CNY/ton, respectively, with minimal changes [1]. Military New Materials - The price of rhenium powder has increased, reflecting strong demand in the military sector, particularly in high-temperature alloys [9][18]. - The report notes that cobalt is widely used in batteries and high-temperature alloys, with the price of cobalt sulfate at 52,000 CNY/ton, unchanged from the previous week [37]. Suggested Focus Companies - The report recommends focusing on companies in the lithium sector such as Salt Lake Co., Zangge Mining, and Tianqi Lithium, as well as cobalt producers like Huayou Cobalt [4].

Group 1: Metal New Materials - The price of rhodium has increased for two consecutive months, while the price of lithium concentrate has also risen, reaching approximately 70,000 yuan/ton. Supply disruptions from the suspension of lithium mines are expected to elevate lithium prices in the short term [4] - The price of rhenium powder has risen, indicating a recovery in demand for military new materials [4] - The price of zirconium oxychloride has decreased in the nuclear power new materials sector, while silicon carbide prices have dropped in the consumer electronics new materials category [4] Group 2: Longqing Co., Ltd. (002391.SZ) - Longqing Co., Ltd. reported a revenue of 2.083 billion yuan for H1 2025, a year-on-year increase of 7.3%. The net profit attributable to shareholders reached 42 million yuan, up 117.8% year-on-year [4] Group 3: Oriental Cable (603606.SH) - Oriental Cable's revenue for H1 2025 was 4.432 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 8.95%. However, the net profit attributable to shareholders decreased by 26.57% to 473 million yuan due to delays in offshore wind construction [5] Group 4: Lian Microelectronics (605358.SH) - Lian Microelectronics expects to achieve a revenue of 1.666 billion yuan in H1 2025, a year-on-year growth of 14.19%. However, the company anticipates a net loss of 121 million yuan, which is an increase in losses compared to the previous year [6] Group 5: Stone Technology (688169.SH) - Stone Technology reported total revenue of 7.9 billion yuan for H1 2025, a year-on-year increase of 79%. The net profit attributable to shareholders decreased by 40% to 700 million yuan [7] Group 6: Ecovacs Robotics (603486.SH) - Ecovacs Robotics achieved a revenue of 8.7 billion yuan in H1 2025, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 24%. The net profit attributable to shareholders increased by 61% to 1 billion yuan [8] Group 7: Tianshili (600535.SH) - Tianshili reported revenue of 4.288 billion yuan for H1 2025, a slight decrease of 1.91%. However, the net profit attributable to shareholders increased by 16.97% to 775 million yuan [8]

Core Viewpoint - The rare metals sector is experiencing fluctuations, with the China Rare Metals Theme Index down by 1.43% as of August 12, 2025, while the Rare Metals ETF has shown a significant increase of 7.68% over the past week [1][4]. Group 1: Market Performance - As of August 11, 2025, the Rare Metals ETF has reached a new high in scale at 1.404 billion yuan, ranking first among comparable funds [4]. - The ETF's latest share count is 2.098 billion, also a three-month high, maintaining its leading position among similar funds [4]. - The ETF has seen a net inflow of 102 million yuan recently, with a total of 131 million yuan over the past five trading days [4]. Group 2: Stock Performance - The top ten weighted stocks in the China Rare Metals Theme Index account for 55.85% of the index, with notable companies including Northern Rare Earth, Salt Lake Co., and Luoyang Molybdenum [5]. - The performance of individual stocks has varied, with Jiangte Electric leading with a 4.38% increase, while Yongshan Lithium and others have seen declines [1][7]. Group 3: Supply and Demand Dynamics - The suspension of the Jiangxia Lithium Mine by CATL is expected to reduce domestic lithium supply by 8,300 tons per month, impacting the market balance and potentially driving lithium prices up [5]. - The ongoing strong demand for lithium batteries and a decrease in overseas lithium salt imports are expected to sustain the upward trend in lithium prices [5].

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Overweight" rating for the non-ferrous metals sector [5] Core Insights - The lithium price is expected to rise in the short term due to the suspension of operations at the Jiangxia lithium mine, along with supply disruptions from other mines [4] - The report highlights the price trends of various materials, including a decrease in cobalt prices and an increase in lithium concentrate prices [1][2][3] Summary by Relevant Sections Military New Materials - Electrolytic cobalt price is 260,000 CNY/ton, down 1.9% week-on-week, with a price ratio of electrolytic cobalt to cobalt powder at 0.89, down 6.9% [1][10] - Carbon fiber price remains stable at 83.8 CNY/kg, with a gross profit of -8.64 CNY/kg [1][21] New Energy Vehicle Materials - Lithium concentrate price is 669 USD/ton, up 4.69% week-on-week [1][8] - Prices for battery-grade lithium hydroxide and other lithium products show mixed trends, with battery-grade lithium hydroxide at 65,600 CNY/ton, up 0.6% [1][28] - Phosphate lithium price is 327,000 CNY/ton, stable week-on-week [1][40] Photovoltaic New Materials - Photovoltaic-grade polysilicon price is stable at 4.94 USD/kg [2] - EVA price remains at 10,100 CNY/ton, at a low level since 2013 [2] Nuclear Power New Materials - Uranium price is 59.58 USD/pound, up 4.0% [2] Other Materials - Rhodium price increased by 2.4% to 1,910 CNY/gram [3][18] - The report suggests focusing on companies with cost advantages and resource expansion potential in the lithium sector, such as Tianqi Lithium and Ganfeng Lithium [4]

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Overweight" rating for the non-ferrous metals sector [5] Core Insights - The report highlights significant price movements in various metals, with rhenium reaching a six-year high and tungsten hitting a ten-year high. It emphasizes the importance of monitoring price trends in key materials such as cobalt, lithium, and rare earth elements to gauge market dynamics and investment opportunities [4][9] Summary by Relevant Sections Military New Materials - Electrolytic cobalt price increased to 265,000 CNY/ton, up 6.9% week-on-week. The price ratio of electrolytic cobalt to cobalt powder is 0.95, up 4.5% [9][10] - Carbon fiber price remains stable at 83.8 CNY/kg, with a gross profit of -8.24 CNY/kg [20] New Energy Vehicle Materials - Lithium concentrate price decreased to 677 USD/ton, down 4.51% week-on-week. Battery-grade lithium hydroxide prices increased by 8.2% to 65,200 CNY/ton [22][27] - Sulfuric cobalt price rose to 50,800 CNY/ton, up 2.01% [36] Photovoltaic New Materials - EVA price decreased by 0.5% to 10,100 CNY/ton, remaining at a low level since 2013 [2] - Photovoltaic-grade polysilicon price stable at 4.94 USD/kg [2] Nuclear Power New Materials - Uranium price increased to 59.58 USD/lb, up 4.0% [2] Consumer Electronics New Materials - Tetracobalt oxide price increased to 207,500 CNY/ton, up 2.47% [3] - Silicon carbide price remains stable at 5,400 CNY/ton [3] Investment Recommendations - The report suggests focusing on companies with cost advantages and resource expansion potential in the lithium sector, such as Salt Lake Co., Zangge Mining, and Tianqi Lithium [4] - It also recommends monitoring companies in the cobalt sector due to the extension of the cobalt export ban from the Democratic Republic of Congo, including Huayou Cobalt [4]

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Overweight" rating for the non-ferrous metals sector [5]. Core Insights - The report highlights a recent increase in the price of electrolytic cobalt, which reached 250,000 CNY/ton, reflecting a 0.8% week-on-week increase. The price ratio of electrolytic cobalt to cobalt powder is 0.93, also up by 0.8% [1][10]. - The lithium carbonate price has seen a rise, with the Li2O 5% lithium concentrate CIF price at 582.5 USD/ton, marking a 6.88% increase [2]. - The report suggests a continued positive outlook for the metal new materials sector, particularly in lithium and cobalt, with specific companies recommended for investment [4]. Summary by Sections Non-Ferrous Metals - Electrolytic cobalt price is 250,000 CNY/ton, up 0.8% week-on-week. The price ratio of electrolytic cobalt to cobalt powder is 0.93, up 0.8% [1][10]. - Carbon fiber price remains stable at 83.8 CNY/kg, with a gross profit of -8.51 CNY/kg [1]. - Beryllium price remains unchanged [1]. New Energy Vehicle Materials - The price of lithium carbonate has increased to 582.5 USD/ton, reflecting a 6.88% rise [2]. - The prices for electric carbon, industrial carbon, and battery-grade lithium hydroxide are 61,300 CNY/ton, 59,800 CNY/ton, and 57,700 CNY/ton, respectively, with week-on-week changes of +1.6%, +1.91%, and -1.1% [2][29]. - The price of lithium iron phosphate and 523-type cathode materials are 30,500 CNY/ton and 105,600 CNY/ton, respectively, with a week-on-week increase of 0.50% and no change [2]. Nuclear Power Materials - Uranium price has risen to 57.31 USD/lb, up 8.8% [3]. - Prices for zirconium-related materials remain stable, with no significant changes reported [3]. Consumer Electronics Materials - The price of cobalt tetroxide has increased to 194,500 CNY/ton, up 0.52% [3]. - Silicon carbide price remains stable at 5,400 CNY/ton [3]. Other Materials - Platinum price has decreased to 326 CNY/g, down 2.1% [3].