Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. Core Viewpoints - The pre - holiday freight rate drive is weak, and the recent EC2604 contract is expected to fluctuate. Attention should be paid to the implementation of shipping companies' price - holding measures in March after the holiday. The 04 contract's volatility is expected to increase, and investors are advised to participate with caution. In normal years, shipping companies issue price - increase letters in March and April to stabilize prices. Before the Spring Festival, the overall drive is estimated to be bearish, and the short - selling direction has an advantage [4][5]. - For far - month contracts, the game over the resumption time is intense, and the volatility is expected to remain high. The resumption of the Suez Canal is expected to be a gradual process. If it does not resume in the first half of 2026, the pressure on the capacity side is expected to be relatively controllable, and the freight rate may still reach a high level. Investors can pay attention to the arbitrage opportunity of going long on EC2606 and shorting on EC2610 [6]. Summary According to the Directory 1. Futures Price - As of February 9, 2026, the total open interest of all container shipping index European line futures contracts is 56,740.00 lots, and the single - day trading volume is 17,605.00 lots. The closing prices of EC2602, EC2604, EC2606, EC2608, EC2610, and EC2512 contracts are 1756.00, 1238.00, 1553.00, 1614.80, 1126.10, and 1425.50 respectively [7]. 2. Spot Price - On February 6, the SCFI (Shanghai - Europe route) price is 1403 US dollars/TEU, the SCFI (Shanghai - US West route) price is 1801 US dollars/FEU, and the SCFI (Shanghai - US East) price is 2530 US dollars/FEU. On February 9, the SCFIS (Shanghai - Europe) is 1657.94 points, and the SCFIS (Shanghai - US West) is 1155.66 points [7]. 3. Container Ship Capacity Supply - **Static Supply**: As of January 31, 2026, 6 container ships have been delivered in 2026, with a total capacity of 46,950 TEU. 2 ships with a capacity of 12,000 - 16,999 TEU and 1 ship with a capacity of over 17,000 TEU have been delivered. In terms of delivery expectations, for 12,000 - 16,999 TEU ships, 737,400 TEU (50 ships) will be delivered in the remaining months of 2026, 944,600 TEU (64 ships) in 2027, 1,212,000 TEU (82 ships) in 2028, and 415,400 TEU (29 ships) in 2029. For ships with a capacity of over 17,000 TEU, 192,900 TEU (8 ships) will be delivered in the remaining months of 2026, 862,800 TEU (40 ships) in 2027, 1,603,000 TEU (80 ships) in 2028, and 1,261,500 TEU (77 ships) in 2029. The delivery pressure of ultra - large ships in 2026 is relatively small [2][3]. - **Dynamic Supply**: In the remaining three weeks of February, the average weekly capacity is 271,600 TEU, with the capacities in WEEK7/8/9 being 366,600/259,800/188,300 TEU respectively. In March, the average weekly capacity is 288,400 TEU, and in April, it is 274,700 TEU. There are 13 blank sailings in February, 7 blank sailings and 3 TBNs in March, and 1 blank sailing and 4 TBNs in April [3]. 4. Supply Chain - The resumption of the Suez Canal is expected to be a gradual process. COSCO management points out that there is still no clear schedule for the full resumption of the Red Sea. The Red Sea resumption needs to meet multiple conditions. Since mid - February 2026, Maersk's ME11 route will implement structural adjustments through the Red Sea and the Suez Canal [6]. 5. Demand and European Economy - The cancellation of the VAT export tax rebate for products such as photovoltaics by the Ministry of Finance and the State Taxation Administration on January 8, 2026, may disrupt the shipping rhythm of relevant industries and further affect the pricing strategies of shipping companies. Attention should be paid to whether the freight volume from the Far East to Europe in February and March can increase significantly and whether the actual freight rate will be stronger than in normal years [4].

Core Viewpoint - Zhonggu Logistics (603565.SH) announced plans to sign a contract for the construction of two 6000 TEU container ships with China Merchants Jinling Shipyard (Jiangsu) Co., Ltd, with a total contract value not exceeding 1.16 billion RMB or its equivalent in USD, excluding tax [1] Group 1: Investment Details - The investment aims to create a highly economical and competitive container shipping fleet, enhancing the company's competitiveness and profitability [1] - The transaction does not constitute a related party transaction or a major asset restructuring, and does not require shareholder meeting approval [1] - The implementation of this transaction may involve overseas investment matters, which will require filing with relevant national authorities [1]

Report Summary 1. Report Industry Investment Rating - Not provided in the content 2. Core Viewpoints - The main contract has recovered all losses, and full profit - taking is recommended, in line with the daily report's expectations. Attention should be paid to pre - Spring Festival shipping market, and there is no obvious fluctuation in freight rates [2]. - The tariff issue has a marginal effect, and the current core is the trend of spot freight rates. The main contract has shown a seasonal rebound, suggesting light - position participation or waiting and seeing [4]. - After the market oscillates upward, attention should be paid to tariff policies, the Middle - East situation, and spot freight rate conditions [4]. 3. Content Summaries by Related Aspects Freight Rate Index - On December 8, the Shanghai Export Container Settlement Freight Index (SCFIS) for the European route was 1509.10 points, up 1.7% from the previous period; for the US - West route, it was 960.51 points, up 1.2% from the previous period. The Shanghai Export Container Freight Index (SCFI) announced a price of 1397.63 points, down 5.5 points from the previous period. The SCFI European line price was 1400 USD/TEU, down 0.28% from the previous period, and the SCFI US - West route was 1550 USD/FEU, down 5.02% from the previous period [3]. - On December 5, the Ningbo Export Container Freight Index (NCFI) (composite index) was 972.63 points, up 2.77% from the previous period; the NCFI (European route) was 1024.64 points, up 7.67% from the previous period; the NCFI (US - West route) was 881.66 points, down 7.77% from the previous period. The China Export Container Freight Index (CCFI) (composite index) was 1121.80 points, down 0.1% from the previous period; the CCFI (European route) was 1449.34 points, up 1.1% from the previous period; the CCFI (US - West route) was 841.86 points, down 1.1% from the previous period [3]. Economic Data - The eurozone's November composite PMI preliminary value was 52.4, slightly lower than October's 52.5, remaining above the boom - bust line of 50. The services PMI was 53.1, higher than the previous value and the expected value, achieving the best monthly performance in a year and a half. The eurozone's December Sentix investor confidence index was - 6.2, with an expected value of - 7 and a previous value of - 7.4 [3]. - In October, China's manufacturing PMI was 49.0%, down 0.8 percentage points from the previous month, and the composite PMI output index was 50.0%, down 0.6 percentage points from the previous month, indicating overall stability in Chinese enterprises' production and business activities. The US October S&P Global services PMI preliminary value was 55.2, the manufacturing PMI preliminary value was 52.2, and the composite PMI preliminary value was 54.8, all higher than expected [4]. Main Contract Information - On December 10, the main contract 2602 closed at 1665.2, with a gain of 3.41%, a trading volume of 35,900 lots, and an open interest of 31,400 lots, an increase of 669 lots from the previous day [4]. Investment Strategies - Short - term strategy: The main contract has rebounded after a pull - back, and the fluctuation of far - month contracts has slowed down. Risk - takers are advised to take full profit, not to add positions, not to hold losing positions, and to set stop - losses [5]. - Arbitrage strategy: Against the backdrop of international turmoil, each contract still follows seasonal logic with large fluctuations. It is recommended to wait and see or try with a light position [5]. - Long - term strategy: It is recommended to take profit when each contract reaches a high, wait for the price to stabilize after a pull - back, and then judge the subsequent direction [5]. Contract Rules Adjustment - The daily limit and daily loss limit for contracts 2508 - 2606 are adjusted to 18%. - The margin of the company for contracts 2508 - 2606 is adjusted to 28%. - The daily opening position limit for all contracts from 2508 - 2606 is 100 lots [5]. Geopolitical News - On December 9 (local time), the UN Secretary - General's spokesman expressed "deep shock and serious concern" about the Houthi rebels' detention of a large number of international agency personnel in Yemen and strongly condemned the transfer of UN staff to a special criminal court, urging the Houthi rebels to withdraw the transfer decision and release all detained personnel [6]. - A senior Hamas official stated on the 9th that any discussion about the second - stage cease - fire in Gaza must be based on the negotiation mediators, the US, and all relevant parties pressuring Israel to fully implement all terms of the first - stage agreement. As long as Israel continues to violate the agreement, the second - stage cease - fire cannot be initiated [6].

Report Information - Report Title: Container Shipping Index Daily Report [1] - Date: December 10, 2025 [2] - Research Team: Macro Financial Team [4] - Researchers: He Zhuoqiao, Huang Wenxin, Nie Jiayi [3] Industry Investment Rating - Not provided Core Viewpoints - The SCFIS index rebounded slightly this week, and shipping companies' price hikes boosted market sentiment. There may be an incentive game for the pre - Spring Festival shipping rush. It's hard to prove if the EC2602 contract is overvalued in the short term, and short - selling has low cost - effectiveness. Attention should be paid to the possibility of the off - season April contract being overvalued and the positive spread trading opportunity between EC2602 and EC2604 [8] Summary by Directory 1. Market Review and Operation Suggestions - Spot market: The SCFIS index rebounded slightly this week. Shipping companies like Maersk, HPL, and Premier Alliance announced price hikes, which may boost the pre - Spring Festival price increase expectation. It's hard to prove the overvaluation of the EC2602 contract in the short term, and short - selling has low cost - effectiveness. Attention should be paid to the overvaluation possibility of the April contract and the positive spread trading opportunity between EC2602 and EC2604 [8] 2. Industry News - From December 1 to 5, the China export container shipping market was stable. The comprehensive index declined slightly, with different trends in various routes. The eurozone's economic recovery was weak, the US economic recovery outlook was not optimistic, and shipping companies like Maersk and Hapag - Lloyd announced PSS increases. There were also political and military news related to the Middle East and shipping route news about Maersk's potential return to the Red Sea - Suez Canal [9][10] 3. Data Overview 3.1 Container Shipping Spot Prices - On December 8, 2025, compared with December 1, the SCFIS for the European route increased by 25.45 points (1.7%), and for the US West route increased by 11.74 points (1.2%) [12] 3.2 Container Shipping Index (European Route) Futures Market - Provided the trading data of container shipping European route futures on December 9, including contract information such as EC2512, EC2602, etc., with details on opening price, closing price, settlement price, etc. [6] 3.3 Shipping - Related Data Charts - Included charts of European container ship capacity, global container ship orders, Shanghai - Europe basic port freight rates, etc. [19][23]

Report Summary 1. Investment Rating - The report suggests a wait - and - see approach, with a preference for light - position participation or waiting for the current situation [2][4]. 2. Core View - Pessimistic sentiment has been repaired. The upward movement of SCFI has driven the market up, but there is no obvious fluctuation in freight rates. The tariff issue has a marginal effect, and the current core is the direction of spot freight rates. The main contract has shown a seasonal rebound [2][4]. 3. Summary by Content SCFIS and NCFI Freight Index - On December 1st, the Shanghai Export Container Settlement Freight Index SCFIS (European route) was 1483.65 points, down 9.5% from the previous period; SCFIS (US West route) was 948.77 points, down 14.4% from the previous period. The Shanghai Export Container Freight Index SCFI announced a price of 1403.13 points, up 9.57 points from the previous period; SCFI European line price was 1404 USD/TEU, up 2.71% from the previous period; SCFI US West route was 1632 USD/FEU, down 0.79% from the previous period [3]. - On November 28th, the Ningbo Export Container Freight Index NCFI (composite index) was 972.63 points, up 2.77% from the previous period; NCFI (European route) was 1024.64 points, up 7.67% from the previous period; NCFI (US West route) was 881.66 points, down 7.77% from the previous period. The China Export Container Freight Index CCFI (composite index) was 1121.80 points, down 0.1% from the previous period; CCFI (European route) was 1449.34 points, up 1.1% from the previous period; CCFI (US West route) was 841.86 points, down 1.1% from the previous period [3]. Economic Data - In the eurozone in October, the manufacturing PMI preliminary value was 45.9 (expected 45.1, previous value 45), the service PMI preliminary value was 51.2 (expected 51.5, previous value 51.4), and the composite PMI preliminary value was 49.7 (expected 49.7, previous value 49.6). The Sentix investor confidence index's previous value was - 9.2, and the forecast value was - 8.5 [3]. - In the US in October, the S&P Global service PMI preliminary value was 55.2 (expected 53.5, previous value 54.2), the manufacturing PMI preliminary value was 52.2 (expected 52), and the composite PMI preliminary value was 54.8 (expected 53.1, previous value 53.9) [4]. - In China in October, the manufacturing PMI was 49.0%, down 0.8 percentage points from the previous month, and the composite PMI output index was 50.0%, down 0.6 percentage points from the previous month [3]. Market and Strategy - On December 1st, the main contract 2602 closed at 1492.5, up 3.02%, with a trading volume of 26,600 lots and an open interest of 38,200 lots, a decrease of 1867 lots from the previous day [4]. - Short - term strategy: For risk - preferring investors, it is recommended to lightly test long positions in the EC2602 contract in the 1550 - 1600 range. Do not add positions if the market plunges, and do not hold losing positions. Set stop - losses [5]. - Arbitrage strategy: In the context of international turmoil, each contract still follows the seasonal logic with large fluctuations. It is recommended to wait and see or lightly test positions [5]. - Long - term strategy: It is recommended to take profits when each contract rises and wait for the callback to stabilize before judging the subsequent direction [5]. - The daily limit and daily decline limit for contracts 2508 - 2606 are adjusted to 18%, the company's margin for contracts 2508 - 2606 is adjusted to 28%, and the intraday opening limit for all contracts 2508 - 2606 is 100 lots [5].

Report Overview - Report Date: October 29, 2025 - Report Type: Container Shipping Daily Report - Research Group: Shipping Research Team 1. Report Industry Investment Rating - Not provided in the report 2. Core Viewpoints - Although SCFIS rebounded significantly again, due to strong wait - and - see sentiment, the implementation of price increases in November is uncertain, and the market is in a weak and volatile state. The core is the trend of spot freight rates, and the main contract may be in the bottom - building process. It is recommended to participate lightly or wait and see [5]. - The tariff issue has a marginal effect, and the current focus is on the direction of spot freight rates. The main contract may be at the bottom - building stage, suggesting light - position participation or waiting and seeing [5]. 3. Summary by Relevant Content 3.1 SCFIS and NCFI Freight Rate Indexes - On October 27, the Shanghai Export Container Settlement Freight Index (SCFIS) for the European route was 1312.71 points, up 15.1% from the previous period; for the US West route, it was 1107.32 points, up 28.2% from the previous period [2]. - On October 24, the Shanghai Export Container Freight Index (SCFI) was 1403.46 points, up 93.14 points from the previous period. The SCFI price for the European route was 1246 USD/TEU, up 8.8% from the previous period; for the US West route, it was 2153 USD/FEU, up 11.2% from the previous period [3]. - On October 24, the Ningbo Export Container Freight Index (NCFI) composite index was 977.21 points, up 2.17% from the previous period. The NCFI for the European route was 822.3 points, up 2.38% from the previous period; for the US West route, it was 1293.75 points, up 3.13% from the previous period [4]. - On October 24, the China Export Container Freight Index (CCFI) composite index was 992.74 points, up 2.0% from the previous period. The CCFI for the European route was 1293.12 points, up 2.0% from the previous period; for the US West route, it was 736.23 points, up 1.5% from the previous period [4]. 3.2 Economic Data of Different Regions - In the Eurozone, the preliminary manufacturing PMI in September was 49.5, falling below the boom - bust line, lower than analysts' expectations and the previous value of 50.7. The preliminary services PMI rose from 50.5 to 51.4, exceeding the expected 50.5. The preliminary composite PMI was 51.2, exceeding analysts' expectations. The Sentix investor confidence index in September was - 9.2, with an expected - 2 and a previous value of - 3.7 [5]. - In China, in August, the manufacturing PMI was 49.4%, up 0.1 percentage points from the previous month, with the manufacturing prosperity level improving. The composite PMI output index was 50.5%, up 0.3 percentage points from the previous month, remaining above the critical point, indicating that the overall expansion of enterprises' production and operation activities has accelerated [5]. - In the US, the preliminary S&P Global manufacturing PMI in September was 52 (the final value in August was 53); the preliminary services PMI was 53.9 (the final value in August was 54.5); the preliminary composite PMI was 53.6 (the final value in August was 54.6) [5]. 3.3 Trading Strategies - **Short - term Strategy**: The main contract is weak, and the far - month contracts are strong, which is in line with the bottom - building judgment. Risk - preferring investors are advised to try to build positions below 1500 for the EC2512 contract. Pay attention to the subsequent market trend, do not hold losing positions, and set stop - losses. The main contract may be in the bottom - building process, suggesting light - position participation or waiting and seeing [5]. - **Arbitrage Strategy**: Against the backdrop of international turmoil, each contract still follows the seasonal logic with large fluctuations. It is recommended to wait and see temporarily or try with a light position [5]. - **Long - term Strategy**: For each contract, it is recommended to take profits when the price rises, wait for the price to pull back and stabilize, and then judge the subsequent trend [5]. 3.4 Contract Information - On October 28, the main contract 2512 closed at 1788.3, with a decline of 0.66%, a trading volume of 26,000 lots, and an open interest of 28,900 lots, an increase of 905 lots from the previous day [5]. - The daily limit for contracts 2508 - 2606 is adjusted to 18%. The company's margin for contracts 2508 - 2606 is adjusted to 28%. The daily opening limit for all contracts 2508 - 2606 is 100 lots [5].

Report Summary 1. Investment Rating - No investment rating for the industry is provided in the report. 2. Core Viewpoint - The SCFI has risen significantly, but the freight rates at the end of October still declined slightly. The futures market is experiencing wide - range fluctuations. It is recommended to participate with light positions or observe. The core issue is the trend of spot freight rates, and the main contract may be in the bottom - building process [1][3]. 3. Summary by Content Freight Index - On October 13, the Shanghai Export Container Settlement Freight Index (SCFIS) for the European route was 1031.8 points, down 1.4% from the previous period; for the US - West route, it was 862.48 points, down 1.6% from the previous period [2]. - On October 17, the Ningbo Export Container Freight Index (NCFI) composite index was 956.45 points, up 16.79% from the previous period; the European route was 803.21 points, up 14.96% from the previous period; the US - West route was 1254.46 points, up 48.56% from the previous period [2]. - On October 17, the Shanghai Export Container Freight Index (SCFI) was 1310.32 points, up 149.90 points from the previous period; the European line price was 1145 USD/TEU, up 7.2% from the previous period; the US - West route was 11936 USD/FEU, up 31.9% from the previous period [2]. - On October 17, the China Export Container Freight Index (CCFI) composite index was 973.11 points, down 4.1% from the previous period; the European route was 1267.91 points, down 1.5% from the previous period; the US - West route was 725.47 points, down 6.7% from the previous period [2]. PMI Data - Eurozone's September manufacturing PMI preliminary value was 49.5, back below the boom - bust line; the service PMI preliminary value rose from 50.5 to 51.4; the composite PMI preliminary value was 51.2 [2]. - China's August manufacturing PMI was 49.4%, up 0.1 percentage point from the previous month; the composite PMI output index was 50.5%, up 0.3 percentage point from the previous month [2]. - US September S&P Global manufacturing PMI preliminary value was 52; the service PMI preliminary value was 53.9; the composite PMI preliminary value was 53.6 [2]. Tariff and Market Situation - The Sino - US tariff extension negotiation has no substantial progress, and the tariff issue has a marginal effect. The core is the trend of spot freight rates. The main contract may be in the bottom - building process [3]. Futures Market - On October 17, the main contract 2512 closed at 1654.7, down 0.5%, with a trading volume of 2.98 million lots and an open interest of 2.57 million lots, a decrease of 139 lots from the previous day [3]. Trading Strategies - Short - term strategy: The main contract is weak, and the far - month contracts are strong, in line with the bottom - building judgment. Risk - preferring investors are recommended to try to build positions below 1500 for the EC2512 contract. Pay attention to the subsequent market trend, do not hold losing positions, and set stop - losses [3]. - Arbitrage strategy: Due to the volatile international situation, each contract still follows the seasonal logic with large fluctuations. It is recommended to observe temporarily or try with light positions [3]. - Long - term strategy: It is recommended to take profits when the contracts rise, wait for the callback to stabilize, and then judge the subsequent trend [3]. Other Information - The shipping companies continue to announce price increases for November freight rates, which support the futures market, but the freight rates at the end of October still decline slightly [3]. - The daily limit for contracts 2508 - 2606 is adjusted to 18%, and the margin is adjusted to 28%. The daily opening limit for all contracts 2508 - 2606 is 100 lots [3].

1. Report Industry Investment Rating - No specific industry investment rating is provided in the report. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - Amid geopolitical conflicts and tariff fluctuations, the game is challenging, so it is recommended to participate with a light position or wait and see [3]. - Near - month contracts may show weak and volatile trends due to the continuous decline of spot freight rates and the intensification of the Middle - East conflict, while far - month contracts may have strong and volatile trends due to the impact of China - US economic and trade talks [3]. - Attention should be paid to tariff policies, the Middle - East situation, and spot freight rates [3]. 3. Summary by Related Content Market Data - On September 15, the Shanghai Export Container Settlement Freight Index (SCFIS) for the European route was 1440.24 points, down 8.1% from the previous period; the SCFIS for the US West route was 1349.84 points, up 37.7% from the previous period [2]. - On September 12, the Ningbo Export Container Freight Index (NCFI) (composite index) was 903.32 points, down 11.71% from the previous period; the NCFI for the European route was 729.42 points, down 14.78% from the previous period; the NCFI for the US West route was 1216.14 points, down 9.13% from the previous period [2]. - On September 12, the Shanghai Export Container Freight Index (SCFI) announced price was 1398.11 points, down 46.33 points from the previous period; the SCFI European line price was 1154 USD/TEU, down 12.24% from the previous period; the SCFI US West route was 2370 USD/FEU, up 8.27% from the previous period [2]. - On September 12, the China Export Container Freight Index (CCFI) (composite index) was 1125.30 points, down 2.1% from the previous period; the CCFI for the European route was 1537.28 points, down 6.2% from the previous period; the CCFI for the US West route was 757.45 points, down 2.2% from the previous period [2]. - On September 15, the closing price of the main contract 2510 was 1163.1, with a decline of 1.57%, the trading volume was 17,800 lots, and the open interest was 47,800 lots, an increase of 161 lots from the previous day [3]. Economic Indicators - The eurozone's August manufacturing PMI was 50.5, the service PMI was 50.7, and the composite PMI was 51.1, showing continuous improvement [2]. - China's manufacturing PMI in August was 49.4%, up 0.1 percentage points from the previous month; the composite PMI output index was 50.5%, up 0.3 percentage points from the previous month [2]. - The US August S&P Global manufacturing PMI was 53.3, and the service PMI was 55.4, both higher than expected [2]. Geopolitical Events - On September 15, the Houthi armed forces in Yemen launched 4 drones to attack 2 Israeli targets, including 3 drones attacking Ramon Airport and 1 attacking an Israeli military target [5]. - On September 14, an air - raid alert was sounded near Ramon Airport, and the Israeli military intercepted a drone from Yemen [5]. - On September 14, Hamas suspended the cease - fire and hostage - exchange negotiations with Israel, blaming Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu for obstructing the talks [5]. Strategy Suggestions - **Short - term Strategy**: For risk - takers, it is recommended to lightly test long positions near 1200 for the 2510 contract and increase long positions near 1600 for the 2512 contract. Pay attention to subsequent market trends, do not hold losing positions, and set stop - losses [4]. - **Arbitrage Strategy**: In the context of international situation turmoil, it is recommended to wait and see or lightly try due to large fluctuations [4]. - **Long - term Strategy**: It is recommended to take profits when the contracts rise, wait for the callback to stabilize, and then judge the subsequent direction [4]. Contract Adjustments - The daily limit for contracts 2508 - 2606 is adjusted to 18% [4]. - The margin for contracts 2508 - 2606 is adjusted to 28% [4]. - The daily opening limit for all contracts 2508 - 2606 is 100 lots [4].

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant information provided. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - The freight rate of the PA alliance has declined, and Maersk has lowered its PSS. The freight rates of OA and PA alliances are following the downward trend. The 8 - month contract freight rate has reached its peak and is continuously being revised downward, while the 10 - month contract is mainly for short - allocation, and the 12 - month contract's risk lies in whether the Suez Canal will reopen. The main contract is expected to fluctuate weakly, and it is advisable to go short on the 10 - month contract when the price is high [1][3][4][5]. - In terms of strategies, the main contract is expected to be weak in oscillation, and it is recommended to short the 10 - month contract when the price is high [7]. 3. Summary by Directory I. Market Analysis - **Online Quotes**: Different shipping companies in various alliances have different price trends. For example, Maersk's Shanghai - Rotterdam price has increased, while HPL's price remains stable. Some companies in the MSC + Premier Alliance and Ocean Alliance also have specific price quotes for different time periods. Maersk has lowered its PSS for the Far East - Nordic region to 50/100 [1]. - **Geopolitical Aspect**: China emphasizes the importance of maintaining the safety of the Red Sea shipping route and promoting the political settlement of the Yemen issue [2]. II. Shipping Capacity - **Weekly and Monthly Shipping Capacity**: From August to October, the weekly and monthly average shipping capacities of China - European base ports show certain fluctuations. There are also empty sailings, TBNs, and additional ships in different months. For example, in August, there are 4 empty sailings in the OA alliance, and Maersk and the OA alliance have added several additional ships [3]. III. Contract Analysis - **August Contract**: The freight rate has reached its peak and is continuously being revised downward, which brings uncertainty to the estimated delivery settlement price. The delivery settlement price is the arithmetic average of the SCFIS on August 11, 18, and 25. The shipping company's prices have entered a downward cycle [3]. - **October Contract**: It is mainly for short - allocation. Normal years see the freight rate in October 20% - 30% lower than that in August. Attention should be paid to the price follow - up of other shipping companies after Maersk's freight rate drops, and the additional ships announced by HPL in October may put pressure on the spot price. In the context of a large discount, it is relatively safe to short the EC2510 contract when the price is high, but excessive short - chasing should be avoided [4][5]. - **December Contract**: The regular seasonal pattern of high freight rates in the fourth quarter still exists, but the risk lies in whether the Suez Canal will reopen. If it reopens, the seasonal pattern may be challenged [5]. IV. Futures and Spot Prices - **Futures Prices**: As of August 14, 2025, the closing prices of different contracts of the container shipping index for European routes are provided, including EC2602, EC2604, etc. [6]. - **Spot Prices**: The SCFI and SCFIS prices for different routes (Shanghai - Europe, Shanghai - US West, Shanghai - US East) are given on different dates [6]. V. Ship Delivery - In 2025, it is still a big year for container ship deliveries. As of now, 157 container ships have been delivered, with a total capacity of 1.2513 million TEU. As of July 27, 2025, 49 ships with a capacity of 12,000 - 16,999 TEU and 7 ships with a capacity of over 17,000 TEU have been delivered [6]. VI. Strategy and Risk - **Strategy**: The main contract is expected to be weak in oscillation, and it is recommended to short the 10 - month contract when the price is high [7]. - **Risk**: Downward risks include an unexpected decline in the European and American economies, a significant drop in oil prices, etc. Upward risks include the recovery of the European and American economies, supply chain problems, etc. [7]

Report Summary 1. Investment Rating The report does not provide an investment rating for the industry. 2. Core View The macro - overall sentiment is strong, and the market is oscillating strongly. Amid geopolitical conflicts and tariff fluctuations, the game is difficult, and it is recommended to participate with light positions or wait and see. Attention should be paid to tariff policies, the Middle - East situation, and spot freight rates [2][4]. 3. Summary by Related Content 3.1 Freight Index - On July 21, the Shanghai Export Container Settlement Freight Index (SCFIS) for the European route was 2400.50 points, down 0.9% from the previous period; for the US - West route, it was 1301.81 points, up 2.8% [3]. - On July 18, the Ningbo Export Container Freight Index (NCFI) for the comprehensive index was 1147.96 points, down 5.75% from the previous period; for the European route, it was 1440.25 points, up 0.35%; for the US - West route, it was 1181.87 points, down 0.40% [3]. - On July 18, the Shanghai Export Container Freight Index (SCFI) published price was 1646.90 points, down 86.39 points from the previous period; the SCFI European line price was 2079 USD/TEU, down 1.00%; the SCFI US - West route was 2142 USD/FEU, down 2.4% [3]. - On July 18, the China Export Container Freight Index (CCFI) for the comprehensive index was 1303.54 points, down 0.8% from the previous period; for the European route, it was 1803.42 points, up 4.5%; for the US - West route, it was 941.65 points, down 8.4% [3]. 3.2 PMI Data - Eurozone's June manufacturing PMI initial value was 49.4, expected 49.8, previous value 49.4; services PMI initial value was 50, a 2 - month high, expected 50, previous value 49.7; composite PMI initial value was 50.2, expected 50.5, previous value 50.2; Sentix investor confidence index was 0.2, expected - 6, previous value - 8.1 [3]. - China's Caixin Manufacturing PMI in June was 50.4, 2.1 percentage points higher than May, the same as April, back above the critical point [3]. - US Markit manufacturing PMI initial value in June was 52, the same as May, higher than the expected 51, the highest since February; services PMI initial value was 53.1, lower than the previous value of 53.7, higher than the expected 52.9, a 2 - month low; composite PMI initial value was 52.8, lower than the previous value of 53, higher than the expected 52.1, a 2 - month low [3]. 3.3 Market Strategy - **Short - term Strategy**: The short - term market may rebound. Risk - takers have been advised to go long with a light position in the 2510 contract below 1300 (with a profit margin of over 300 points). If it continues to pull back today, consider taking profits; go short with a light position in the EC2512 contract [4]. - **Arbitrage Strategy**: Against the backdrop of international turmoil, the market is mainly in a positive - spread structure with large fluctuations. It is recommended to wait and see or try with a light position [4]. - **Long - term Strategy**: For each contract, it has been recommended to take profits when the price rises, wait for the price to stabilize after a pull - back, and then judge the subsequent situation [4]. 3.4 Contract Information - On July 24, the main contract 2510 closed at 1583.9, up 3.73%, with a trading volume of 65,200 lots and an open interest of 50,600 lots, an increase of 455 lots from the previous day [4]. - The daily limit for contracts 2508 - 2606 is adjusted to 18% [4]. - The company's margin for contracts 2508 - 2606 is adjusted to 28% [4]. - The daily opening limit for all contracts 2508 - 2606 is 100 lots [4].