Key Insights - The report highlights the continued rise in cobalt prices, driven by lower-than-expected export progress from the Democratic Republic of Congo, with Q1 2026 cobalt prices closely linked to export rates [3] - Lithium prices are expected to rise due to new supply-side policies, with short-term fluctuations anticipated after the end of current disruptions [3] - The molybdenum market is stable, with steady bidding from major steel mills and slight inventory reductions in downstream stainless steel [3] - The construction materials sector shows significant earnings and valuation elasticity, particularly in consumer building materials, with many companies expected to improve profitability in 2026 due to raw material benefits and structural adjustments [3] - The media sector is experiencing rapid advancements in domestic AI models, with recommendations to focus on specific companies around the Chinese New Year [3] - In retail, the industry is shifting from "adjusting inputs" to "delivering results," with improvements in same-store sales and customer traffic expected to enhance profit margins [3] - The jewelry market is seeing high gold prices, which may impact consumer sentiment, but the traditional peak sales season in Q1 is expected to drive strong terminal sales [3] - The tourism sector is focusing on winter sports themes, with a longer Chinese New Year holiday in 2026, creating opportunities for mid- to long-term travel destinations [3]

Group 1: Copper - LME copper price increased by 2.21% to $12,133.0 per ton, while Shanghai copper rose by 5.95% to 98,700 yuan per ton [1] - Domestic copper inventory increased by 14.96% week-on-week, with total inventory up by 88,200 tons year-on-year [1] - High copper prices are suppressing market demand, leading to a decline in operating rates for domestic wire and cable enterprises [1] Group 2: Aluminum - LME aluminum price rose by 0.03% to $2,956.50 per ton, and Shanghai aluminum increased by 0.99% to 22,400 yuan per ton [2] - Domestic electrolytic aluminum ingot inventory recorded 617,000 tons, with a week-on-week increase of 17,000 tons [2] - The overall operating rate of downstream aluminum processing enterprises decreased by 0.6 percentage points to 60.8% due to weak orders and high aluminum prices [2] Group 3: Gold - COMEX gold price increased by 3.24% to $4,505.4 per ounce, with SPDR gold holdings rising by 15.73 tons to 1,068.27 tons [3] - Geopolitical risks are influencing the gold market, leading to a strong oscillation pattern [3] - The market is anticipating significant developments in international relations that could impact gold prices [3] Group 4: Rare Earths - The price of praseodymium and neodymium oxide increased by 3.33% this week [4] - China's rare earth permanent magnet exports in November increased by 12% month-on-month and 28% year-on-year, reaching a historical high for the same period [4] - The expectation of more relaxed export policies is boosting demand forecasts for rare earths [4] Group 5: Lithium - The average price of lithium carbonate increased by 6.94% to 103,400 yuan per ton, while lithium hydroxide rose by 3.22% to 89,800 yuan per ton [5] - Lithium production increased to 22,200 tons this week, with a slight rise in output [5] - The supply-demand balance remains stable, with strong demand from the new energy sector supporting high prices [5] Group 6: Antimony - Antimony price decreased by 1.85% this week, attributed to profit-taking by speculative funds [4] - The outlook remains positive for antimony prices due to expected recovery in exports and stable demand [4] - Resource scarcity and reduced production from overseas mines are expected to support upward price trends [4] Group 7: Tin - Tin price decreased by 1.07% this week, with inventory increasing by 4.72% [4] - Supply disruptions in major overseas tin mining regions are contributing to price fluctuations [4] - The long-term outlook for tin remains positive due to expected demand growth in sectors like semiconductors and photovoltaics [4] Group 8: Nickel - LME nickel price increased by 7.0% to $15,700 per ton, while Shanghai nickel rose by 12.0% to 125,000 yuan per ton [5] - Nickel market sentiment turned optimistic due to potential supply tightening from Indonesia [5] - Current market dynamics reflect a balance between strong expectations and weak demand realities [5]

Group 1 - Bai'ao Saitou-B (02315) rose over 9.4% after announcing its RMB ordinary shares will be listed on the Shanghai Stock Exchange's Sci-Tech Innovation Board on December 10, 2025 [1] - "First Chinese Noodle Restaurant Stock" Yujian Xiaomian (02408) increased by 4.69% as the chairman announced plans to open its first store in Singapore by the end of the month, marking a step towards internationalization [1] - Chinese property stocks collectively declined, with China Overseas Hong Kong Group (00081) down 9.38%, Greentown China (03900) down 4.66%, New World Development (01030) down 3.24%, and Sunac China (01918) down 1.55% [1] Group 2 - Haichang Ocean Park (02255) fell by 9% amid ongoing issues related to the "Xiangyuan System" where several income rights products have not been redeemed [1] - Non-ferrous metal stocks saw significant declines, with Jiangxi Copper (00358) down 6.24%, Luoyang Molybdenum (03993) down 6.48%, China Aluminum (02600) down 5.43%, and Zijin Mining (02899) down 4.24% due to expectations of interest rate adjustments by the Bank of Japan and hawkish comments from European Central Bank officials [2] - Kangnai Optical (02276) dropped over 1.32% as Google announced it is developing two types of AI glasses to compete with Meta's products [2] Group 3 - Zhaoyan New Drug (06127) surged over 7.76% as reports indicated that the price of crab-eating monkeys has exceeded 100,000 yuan [2] - Kingsoft Cloud (03896) rose over 1.78% following a Goldman Sachs report highlighting Xiaomi's exploration of large language models for various applications [2] - Cornerstone Pharmaceuticals-B (02616) increased by over 0.5% after announcing that its drug has been included in the latest National Medical Insurance Drug List, effective January 1, 2026 [3] Group 4 - Marvell Technology (MRVL.US) fell 6.99% as reports indicated Microsoft is negotiating with Broadcom for future custom chip designs, potentially shifting away from Marvell [4] - GCL Global (GCL.US) rose 1.74% after announcing a $3 million strategic investment from ADATA [4] - Kymera Therapeutics (KYMR.US) surged 41.55% to a record high following positive trial results for its drug KT-621 [4] Group 5 - Wave Life Sciences (WVE.US) skyrocketed 147.26% to a yearly high after reporting positive mid-term results for its obesity treatment WVE-007 [5] - Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD.US) rose 4.41% amid speculation that Paramount is considering a higher acquisition offer for the company [5] - Carvana (CVNA.US) increased by 12.06% after being announced for inclusion in the S&P 500 index, effective December 22 [5]

Investment Ratings - The report maintains a positive outlook on copper, aluminum, and rare earths, indicating high market activity and potential for growth [12][33][34]. Core Insights - Copper prices increased by 4.38% to $11,665.00 per ton on LME, with domestic prices rising by 6.12% to 92,800 yuan per ton, driven by supply constraints and high demand [1][13]. - Aluminum prices rose by 1.24% to $2,900.50 per ton on LME, with domestic prices up 3.4% to 22,300 yuan per ton, reflecting stable demand despite seasonal fluctuations [2][14]. - Gold prices decreased by 0.87% to $4,227.7 per ounce, influenced by geopolitical risks and market volatility, while SPDR gold holdings increased [3][15]. - Rare earth prices, particularly praseodymium-neodymium oxide, rose by 2.79%, with expectations of increased demand due to supply constraints and favorable export conditions [4][34]. - Antimony prices decreased by 1.79%, but the outlook remains positive due to anticipated recovery in exports [4][35]. - Tin prices increased by 4.70%, supported by low inventory levels and supply disruptions in Indonesia and Myanmar [4][36]. Summary by Sections Copper - LME copper price increased by 4.38% to $11,665.00 per ton, with domestic prices at 92,800 yuan per ton [1][13]. - Supply constraints are evident with a decrease in copper inventory and processing fees [1][13]. - Downstream demand is weakening due to high prices, leading to a decline in new orders [1][13]. Aluminum - LME aluminum price rose by 1.24% to $2,900.50 per ton, with domestic prices at 22,300 yuan per ton [2][14]. - Inventory levels remain stable, but processing rates have decreased slightly [2][14]. - Demand is cautious due to high prices affecting transaction volumes [2][14]. Precious Metals - Gold prices fell by 0.87% to $4,227.7 per ounce, with geopolitical factors influencing market dynamics [3][15]. - SPDR gold holdings increased, indicating a slight uptick in investor interest [3][15]. Rare Earths - Praseodymium-neodymium oxide prices increased by 2.79%, with expectations of higher demand due to supply constraints [4][34]. - Export conditions are improving, contributing to a positive outlook for the sector [4][34]. Antimony - Antimony prices decreased by 1.79%, but the long-term outlook remains optimistic due to potential export recovery [4][35]. Tin - Tin prices increased by 4.70%, driven by low inventory levels and supply disruptions [4][36].

Group 1 - Dingjide's subsidiary has successfully launched the industrial production of POE materials, achieving stable production of qualified products [1] - Xinhua Insurance reported a 19% year-on-year increase in original insurance premium income for the first three quarters, totaling 172.705 billion yuan [1] - Chunfeng Power achieved a 30.89% year-on-year increase in net profit for the first three quarters, with total revenue reaching 14.15 billion yuan [1][2] Group 2 - Guangsheng Nonferrous expects a net profit of 100 million to 130 million yuan for the first three quarters, marking a turnaround from losses [1] - Aobi Zhongguang anticipates a net profit of approximately 108 million yuan for the first three quarters, with revenue growth of 103.5% [1] - Guobang Pharmaceutical reported a 15.78% year-on-year increase in net profit for the first three quarters, totaling 6.7 billion yuan [1] Group 3 - Zhujiang Co. manages 428 projects with a signed construction area of approximately 50.9853 million square meters as of September 2025 [1] - Kecuan Technology has terminated its application for issuing convertible bonds, considering its development plan and actual situation [1] - Guoxin Securities has received approval to register 15 billion yuan in short-term corporate bonds [1] Group 4 - Aihua Pharmaceutical's clinical trial for a pediatric cough syrup has been approved by the National Medical Products Administration [1] - Xinjiang Jiaojian signed new construction contracts worth 1.413 billion yuan in the third quarter [1] - Sichuan Shuangma's subsidiary has received approval for the listing of a raw material drug used in treating various diseases [1] Group 5 - Gansu Energy's 1,000 MW coal-fired unit has officially commenced commercial operation [1] - Zhejiang Energy reported a 4.68% year-on-year increase in power generation for the first three quarters, totaling 135.234 billion kWh [1] - Tiandi Source's contract sales amount for the first nine months decreased by 16.18% to 3.085 billion yuan [1] Group 6 - Biological Shares' subsidiary has obtained a new veterinary drug registration certificate for a vaccine [1] - Jintong Co. reported a 4.03% year-on-year increase in net profit for the first three quarters, totaling 2.283 billion yuan [1] - Rihua Technology plans to invest 800 million yuan in a new project for industrial ray detection equipment [1] Group 7 - Zhongtian Technology has won multiple marine project bids totaling approximately 1.788 billion yuan [1] - Qingsong Co. has completed the disposal of a 148-acre industrial park project, transferring it for 163 million yuan [1] - Tongyuan Petroleum has successfully bid for a $126 million oil and gas service project in Algeria [1] Group 8 - Hengmingda's chairman proposed a share buyback plan of 200 million to 400 million yuan [1] - Deyi Cultural plans to reduce its holdings by up to 1% of the company's shares [1] - Feirongda's major shareholder plans to reduce its holdings by up to 2.36% of the company's shares [1] Group 9 - Mankun Technology plans to issue convertible bonds to raise no more than 760 million yuan for high-end PCB production and digital upgrades [1] - Sanlian Forging's shareholder plans to reduce its holdings by up to 3% of the company's shares [1] - Huagong Technology intends to jointly establish a venture capital fund with a target size of 500 million yuan [1] Group 10 - Shida Shenghua expects a net loss of 49 million to 75 million yuan for the first three quarters [1] - Huichuangda's major shareholder plans to reduce its holdings by up to 0.65% of the company's shares [1] - Yuxin Electronics reported a 60.21% year-on-year increase in net profit for the first three quarters, totaling 73.3941 million yuan [1] Group 11 - Yiwei Communication expects a 50% to 55% decline in net profit for the first three quarters [1] - Lio Co. plans to reduce its repurchased shares by up to 135 million shares [1] - Sichuan Shuangma's subsidiary has received approval for a new drug registration [1]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a positive outlook on copper, aluminum, and precious metals, indicating a high level of market activity and potential for growth in these sectors [13][16]. Core Insights - Copper prices have surged due to unexpected production cuts, leading to significant supply shortages and rapid price increases [13]. - Aluminum is showing signs of recovery with inventory levels decreasing and downstream processing rates improving, suggesting a potential for sustained high profitability [15]. - Precious metals, particularly gold, are expected to rise further due to market anticipation of continuous interest rate cuts [16]. Summary by Sections Copper - This week, LME copper price increased by 2.09% to $10,205.00 per ton, while Shanghai copper rose by 3.20% to 82,500 yuan per ton [14]. - Supply side: The import copper concentrate processing fee index rose to -$40.36 per ton; national copper inventory decreased by 4,400 tons to 140,100 tons [14]. - Consumption side: Brass rod enterprises' operating rate was 48.49%, showing a slight increase of 0.71 percentage points [14]. Aluminum - This week, LME aluminum price decreased by 1.01% to $2,649.00 per ton, and Shanghai aluminum fell by 0.24% to 20,700 yuan per ton [15]. - Supply side: Electrolytic aluminum ingot inventory in major consumption areas dropped by 21,000 tons to 617,000 tons [15]. - Demand side: Downstream processing enterprises' operating rate increased by 0.8 percentage points to 63.0%, driven by pre-holiday stocking [15]. Precious Metals - This week, COMEX gold price rose by 0.23% to $3,789.80 per ounce, with SPDR gold holdings increasing by 5.15 tons to 1,005.72 tons [16]. - The market is experiencing fluctuations due to U.S. tariffs and escalating geopolitical risks, contributing to a volatile trading environment [16]. Rare Earths - The price of praseodymium and neodymium oxide decreased, while the export volume of magnetic materials saw significant growth [32]. - Domestic rare earth separation enterprises are preparing for production halts, indicating potential supply constraints [32]. Antimony - Antimony ingot price is at 174,900 yuan per ton, showing a decrease of 2.26% [33]. - The demand for antimony is expected to recover as the photovoltaic glass market stabilizes [33]. Molybdenum - Molybdenum concentrate price is 4,450 yuan per ton, with a slight decrease of 0.45% [34]. - The demand for molybdenum is expected to rise as major steel mills resume procurement [34]. Tin - Tin ingot price increased by 1.74% to 273,700 yuan per ton, with inventory decreasing by 6.14% [35]. - The supply-demand dynamics are favorable, supported by strong inventory levels and demand from the semiconductor sector [35].

Group 1: Rare Earth Industry - The price of praseodymium and neodymium oxide is 597,200 CNY/ton this week, a decrease of 4.05% week-on-week [1][5] - The recent implementation of the "Interim Measures" marks the official start of supply-side reforms in the rare earth industry [1][5] - In July, the export volume of magnetic materials increased significantly, with a month-on-month growth of 75% and a year-on-year growth of 6%, indicating substantial recovery potential in exports [1][5] Group 2: Copper Market - This week, LME copper price increased by 0.99% to 9,906 USD/ton, while Shanghai copper rose by 0.91% to 79,400 CNY/ton [2] - Domestic copper inventory increased by 4,100 tons to 127,100 tons compared to Monday, but decreased by 4,600 tons compared to last Thursday [2] - The operating rate of copper rod enterprises decreased to 68.12%, down 3.25% week-on-week, indicating a slow recovery in terminal demand [2] Group 3: Aluminum Market - This week, LME aluminum price decreased by 0.11% to 2,619 USD/ton, while Shanghai aluminum increased by 0.53% to 20,700 CNY/ton [3] - Domestic electrolytic aluminum ingot inventory rose by 4,000 tons to 620,000 tons compared to Monday [3] - The operating rate of recycled aluminum leading enterprises increased by 0.5% to 53.5%, reflecting a mild recovery in downstream demand [3] Group 4: Gold Market - This week, COMEX gold price is 3,516.10 USD/ounce, with SPDR gold holdings decreasing by 19.19 tons to 977.68 tons [4][5] - The gold market is experiencing fluctuations due to geopolitical conflicts and trade uncertainties [5] Group 5: Antimony and Molybdenum - Antimony prices are expected to rebound due to improved export expectations and significant production cuts in domestic smelters [6] - Molybdenum prices have risen as major steel mills resume procurement, with steel procurement volumes returning to around 13,000 tons since August [6] Group 6: Lithium and Cobalt - The average price of lithium carbonate decreased by 4.6% to 81,000 CNY/ton this week, while lithium hydroxide price decreased by 0.5% to 82,000 CNY/ton [7] - The price of cobalt decreased by 1.7% to 267,000 CNY/ton, while cobalt intermediate CIF price increased by 0.8% to 13.3 USD/pound [7]

Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly provide an investment rating for the industry Core Insights - The copper market shows a steady demand but is facing challenges due to high prices suppressing procurement and weak terminal orders [1][14] - The aluminum sector is experiencing a mild recovery with increased operating rates among downstream processing enterprises [2][15] - Gold maintains its appeal as a safe-haven asset despite a slight decrease in price, influenced by geopolitical events and rising U.S. debt [3][16] - The rare earth sector is expected to benefit from supply tightening and policy changes, with prices showing an upward trend [4][36] - The antimony market is stabilizing with potential for price recovery due to improved export expectations and domestic production cuts [4][38] - Molybdenum prices are expected to rise as demand from the steel industry increases and supply remains tight [4][39] - Tin prices are supported by strong inventory levels and demand from sectors like AI and photovoltaics [4][40] Summary by Sections 1. Base and Precious Metals Market Overview - Copper prices decreased by 0.08% to $9,760.00 per ton on LME, while Shanghai copper increased by 0.73% to 79,100 yuan per ton [1][14] - Aluminum prices fell by 0.46% to $2,603.00 per ton on LME, with a slight increase in Shanghai aluminum [2][15] - Gold prices decreased by 0.36% to $3,381.70 per ounce, with increased holdings in SPDR Gold Trust [3][16] 2. Base and Precious Metals Fundamental Updates 2.1 Copper - Domestic copper inventory decreased to 125,600 tons, with a forecasted slight drop in operating rates due to weak demand [1][14] 2.2 Aluminum - Operating rates in the aluminum processing sector increased to 59.5%, indicating a mild recovery [2][15] 2.3 Precious Metals - Gold's attractiveness as a safe-haven asset remains despite geopolitical tensions and rising U.S. debt levels [3][16] 3. Minor Metals and Rare Earth Market Overview - Rare earth prices are on the rise due to supply constraints and policy changes, with significant benefits expected for leading companies in the sector [4][36] - Antimony prices are stabilizing with potential for recovery driven by export expectations and domestic production cuts [4][38] - Molybdenum prices are anticipated to rise due to increased demand from the steel industry and low inventory levels [4][39] - Tin prices are supported by strong inventory levels and demand from sectors like AI and photovoltaics [4][40]

Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly provide an investment rating for the industry Core Insights - The copper market shows a stable upward trend with a slight increase in prices and a notable rise in production rates for various types of copper [14] - The aluminum market is stabilizing at the bottom, with slight increases in production and inventory levels [15] - The gold market maintains high attractiveness due to international geopolitical tensions, enhancing its appeal as a safe-haven asset [16] - The rare earth sector is expected to see price increases due to supply constraints and regulatory changes, benefiting leading companies in the field [34] - The antimony market is stabilizing with expectations of price recovery driven by export improvements and domestic production cuts [37] - The molybdenum market remains bullish due to low inventory levels and strong demand from the steel industry [38] - The tin market is experiencing upward momentum supported by strong inventory levels and improving macroeconomic conditions [39] Summary by Sections 1. Base and Precious Metals Market Overview - Copper prices increased by 1.40% to $9,768.00 per ton on LME, with a notable rise in production rates [14] - Aluminum prices rose by 1.69% to $2,615.00 per ton on LME, with stable inventory levels [15] - Gold prices increased by 0.86% to $3,458.20 per ounce, driven by geopolitical factors [16] 2. Base and Precious Metals Fundamental Updates 2.1 Copper - The copper processing fee index rose to $38.06 per ton, with a significant increase in production rates across various sectors [14] 2.2 Aluminum - The operating capacity of alumina increased to 82.57%, reflecting recovery from maintenance [15] 2.3 Precious Metals - Gold holdings in SPDR increased by 4.84 tons, indicating strong demand [16] 3. Minor Metals and Rare Earth Market Overview - The rare earth market is expected to see price increases due to supply constraints and regulatory changes [34] - The antimony market is stabilizing with expectations of price recovery driven by export improvements [37] - The molybdenum market remains bullish due to low inventory levels and strong demand [38] 4. Minor Metals and Rare Earth Fundamental Updates 4.1 Rare Earth - Prices for praseodymium and neodymium oxide decreased by 1.84%, but supply constraints are expected to drive future price increases [34] 4.2 Antimony - Antimony prices remain stable, with expectations of recovery due to improved export conditions [37] 4.3 Molybdenum - Molybdenum prices are expected to rise due to low inventory and strong demand from the steel industry [38] 4.4 Tin - Tin prices increased by 1.61%, supported by strong inventory levels and improving demand conditions [39]

Investment Rating - The report indicates a positive outlook for the copper and aluminum industries, with copper showing a stable upward trend and aluminum stabilizing at the bottom [14][15][16]. Core Insights - The copper market is experiencing a slight price decline, with LME copper down 1.92% to $9,663.00 per ton, while domestic copper inventory has increased slightly [15]. - The aluminum market shows a minor price increase, with LME aluminum up 0.17% to $2,602.00 per ton, and a decrease in domestic electrolytic aluminum ingot inventory [16]. - Gold prices have increased by 0.71% to $3,370.30 per ounce, driven by geopolitical tensions and increased demand for safe-haven assets [17]. - The rare earth sector is expected to see price increases due to tightening supply and rising demand, with strategic government actions enhancing the sector's outlook [39]. - The antimony market is stabilizing, with expectations of price recovery supported by reduced domestic production and increased demand from new regulations [40]. - Molybdenum prices are rising, supported by low inventory levels and strong demand from the steel industry [41]. - Lithium prices have shown a mixed trend, with carbonate prices increasing while hydroxide prices have slightly decreased [44]. Summary by Sections 1. Overview of Bulk and Precious Metals Market - Copper shows a robust upward trend, while aluminum is stabilizing at lower levels. Precious metals are accelerating due to fiscal expansion policies [14]. 2. Bulk and Precious Metals Fundamentals Update 2.1 Copper - LME copper price decreased by 1.92% to $9,663.00 per ton, with slight increases in domestic inventory and production rates expected to rise [15]. 2.2 Aluminum - LME aluminum price increased by 0.17% to $2,602.00 per ton, with a decrease in domestic inventory [16]. 2.3 Precious Metals - Gold prices increased by 0.71% to $3,370.30 per ounce, influenced by geopolitical tensions [17]. 3. Overview of Minor Metals and Rare Earths Market - The rare earth sector is expected to benefit from supply constraints and increasing demand, with government actions enhancing market conditions [39]. 4. Minor Metals and Rare Earths Fundamentals Update 4.1 Rare Earths - Prices for rare earth elements are expected to rise due to tightening supply and strategic government actions [39]. 4.2 Antimony - Antimony prices are stabilizing, with expectations of recovery supported by reduced production and new regulations [40]. 4.3 Molybdenum - Molybdenum prices are increasing due to low inventory levels and strong demand from the steel industry [41]. 4.4 Lithium - Lithium carbonate prices increased by 2.43% to 63,200 CNY per ton, while hydroxide prices decreased slightly [44].