铝&氧化铝产业链周度报告 Special report on Guotai Junan Futures 国泰君安期货研究所·王蓉（首席分析师/所长助理） 投资咨询从业资格号：Z0002529 日期：2025年12月21日 Guotai Junan Futures all rights reserved, please do not reprint 铝：再度上攻22000关口，关注突破有效性 Special report on Guotai Junan Futures 资料来源：国泰君安期货研究 2 ◆ 今年4季度迄今市场对于铝金属颇具想象力的定价逻辑，在2026年将得以延续。2026年依然倾向看铝金属表需同比增速的进一步走低， 但基于全球供给端仍维持低速增长的概率偏大，对于铝价单边方向、铝厂冶炼利润、铝价波动率三个维度，我们将继续保持乐观思路。 明年对原铝需求侧的评估已经迎来一个拐点之年——即，我们在估算主流三大需求板块："地基电"、出口、"光、车"的基础上， 亟需对AI及电力相关的消费领域例如算力中心、储能、电网、机器人、军工、铝代铜等进行更有颗粒度的用铝估算。尽管以上消费领 域的需求基数仍较小，但依赖每块 ...

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Recommended" rating for the aluminum industry [1] Core Views - The macroeconomic environment is favorable, with domestic policies remaining positive and downstream demand showing resilience. Aluminum ingots continue to demonstrate inventory reduction, while prices remain stable at high levels. However, as demand transitions into the off-season, there may be pressure on aluminum water conversion rates, necessitating ongoing monitoring of inventory performance [10] - The long-term outlook for the aluminum industry remains optimistic due to limited supply growth and potential demand increases, suggesting sustained high industry prosperity [10] Summary by Sections 1. Prices - As of December 19, the LME three-month aluminum closing price was $2,945.0 per ton, up $70.0 from the previous week, marking a 2.4% increase week-on-week and a 16.4% increase year-on-year [22] - The Shanghai aluminum active contract closing price was 22,185.0 yuan per ton, up 15.0 yuan from the previous week, reflecting a 0.1% week-on-week increase and an 11.3% year-on-year increase [22] - The average price of A00 aluminum in Changjiang was 21,840.0 yuan per ton, down 230.0 yuan from the previous week, a 1.0% decrease week-on-week, but up 10.6% year-on-year [22] 2. Production - In November 2025, the production of electrolytic aluminum was 3.637 million tons, a decrease of 106,000 tons month-on-month and a decrease of 1.8% year-on-year [53] - The production of alumina in November 2025 was 7.439 million tons, a decrease of 346,000 tons month-on-month, but an increase of 2.1% year-on-year [53] 3. Key Companies and Earnings Forecast - China Hongqiao (1378.HK): Price 28.74, EPS forecast for 2025E is 2.54, PE ratio 11.3, Investment rating: Buy [5] - Tianshan Aluminum (002532.SZ): Price 14.21, EPS forecast for 2025E is 1.00, PE ratio 14.2, Investment rating: Buy [5] - Shenhuo Co. (000933.SZ): Price 26.40, EPS forecast for 2025E is 2.13, PE ratio 12.4, Investment rating: Buy [5] - Aluminum Corporation of China (601600.SH): Price 10.85, EPS forecast for 2025E is 0.84, PE ratio 12.8, Investment rating: Buy [5] - Yunnan Aluminum (000807.SZ): Price 29.23, EPS forecast for 2025E is 1.88, PE ratio 15.5, Investment rating: Buy [5]

Report Industry Investment Rating - Not provided in the document Core Views of the Report - In 2026, the pricing logic of aluminum metals with imagination since the fourth quarter of this year will continue. Although the year - on - year growth rate of apparent demand for aluminum metals is expected to decline further, the report remains optimistic about the unilateral direction of aluminum prices, smelting profits of aluminum plants, and price volatility due to the likely low - growth global supply [1][54][315]. - For alumina, the market is likely to see over - supply. It is recommended to sell on rebounds. The profit - grabbing ability of alumina in the industrial chain will remain weak in 2026 [196][319]. - For recycled cast aluminum alloys, prices will generally follow aluminum prices and have a certain upward elasticity. The price - to - electrolytic aluminum ratio of ADC12 is expected to rise, and its price may exceed the 2025 high [7][324]. - In 2026, key structural strategies include cross - border arbitrage, calendar spread arbitrage, cross - variety arbitrage, and over - the - counter options [8][327]. Summary by Relevant Catalogs 1. Review of 2025 Market and Main Driving Logic of Three Aluminum Products 1.1 Electrolytic Aluminum (AL) - In 2025, the aluminum price showed a low - volatility and convergent pattern for most of the time, with the annual low higher than that in 2024 and the high failing to break through the 2024 high. By the end of 2025, the price increase was 11.0%, lower than that of copper and tin [11]. - The main reasons were the "double - weak" supply - demand pattern and the lack of a clear macro - trading theme. However, since October, with the positive impact of AI - driven power demand on the supply - demand pattern, combined with stock - futures linkage, the aluminum price broke through the convergent pattern [12][14]. 1.2 Alumina (AO) - In 2025, alumina prices fell by 41.1%. In the first half of the year, there was a unilateral decline, and in the second half, there were two "advance - to - retreat" style declines. The main reason was the over - supply and inventory accumulation [17]. 1.3 Recycled Cast Aluminum Alloy (AD) - In 2025, the price center of recycled cast aluminum alloy moved up, generally following the electrolytic aluminum price. The price was supported by the supply shortage of scrap aluminum, especially in the second half of the year after the futures listing [23][24]. 1.4 Strategy Review of Three Aluminum Products - Cross - border arbitrage: In 2025, the most profitable position was the long - LME aluminum and short - SHFE aluminum (positive arbitrage), with a maximum annualized return of over 20% [26][28]. - Cross - variety arbitrage: Copper - aluminum arbitrage, alumina - aluminum arbitrage, alumina - caustic soda arbitrage, and aluminum - aluminum alloy arbitrage provided many profitable strategies [31][34]. - Calendar spread arbitrage: The basis and calendar spread structure of aluminum were generally flat. The basis opportunities of alumina and aluminum alloy were stronger than the calendar spread opportunities [44][45]. 2. Electrolytic Aluminum: Can the "Gathering of Small Demands" and Supply Stories Boost Elasticity? 2.1 Resilience of Primary Aluminum Demand - AI - related industries such as computing centers, energy storage, the US power grid, and robots, as well as military applications and "aluminum replacing copper," are expected to contribute about 1.2 - 1.6 percentage points to China's primary aluminum demand growth rate in 2026 [56][156]. - "Light and vehicle" consumption growth contribution will decline to + 0.1 percentage points, mainly due to the decline in photovoltaic demand [107][114]. - Traditional "foundation, infrastructure, and electricity" and manufacturing industries are expected to contribute 0 - 1 percentage point to the demand growth rate [116][117]. - In 2026, China's exports of aluminum products and aluminum products are expected to increase slightly, contributing 0.5 - 1 percentage point to the demand growth rate [155][156]. 2.2 Key Risks for the Bullish View - China's electrolytic aluminum production capacity ceiling is approaching, and in 2026, the production growth rate is expected to be about + 1.7%. The main risk is the potential increase in production capacity if green - power smelting can break through the ceiling [157][158][163]. - Overseas supply, especially from Indonesia, is a major risk. Although the new production in 2026 is expected to be at a low - growth rate, the power supply conditions need to be closely monitored [165][173][179]. 2.3 Supply - Demand Balance of Primary Aluminum - In China, under the baseline and optimistic scenarios in 2026, the annual shortage is expected to be 12.4 - 25.8 tons, and the inventory accumulation pressure in the first quarter is controllable [2][316]. - Globally, the supply - demand balance is expected to be in a shortage range of 19 - 82 tons, with a median of about 50 tons. Considering the production cut of the Mozambique aluminum plant, the global shortage may exceed 50 tons [2][187][316]. 3. Alumina: Where is the Bottom in the Dilemma between Fundamental Drivers and Valuation? 3.1 Supply Rigidity Remains Unsolved, and the Over - Supply Pattern is Hard to Change - As of the end of 2025, the production of alumina remained rigid. Although high - cost producers have suffered losses for two months, the production has not decreased significantly. However, there may be large - scale production cuts or maintenance in January - February [197][198]. - In 2026, there is still a large - scale new investment in alumina production capacity. The annual average growth rate of alumina production is expected to be about 5.3%, and the production - demand gap will be large [204][205]. - Overseas alumina production capacity is also increasing. Although there is a risk of overseas supply impacting the Chinese market, the Chinese market's production increase is more certain, and exports may exceed 2025 [210][211]. - In 2026, the supply - demand balance of alumina in China and globally is expected to be in a serious over - supply situation, but there are uncertainties in the inventory accumulation in the second half of the year [228][229]. 3.2 Under the Over - Supply Pattern, the Cost - Based Pricing of AO Continues - In 2026, the supply of Guinea bauxite is expected to be abundant, with a potential increase of 3693 - 6300 tons. If the monthly arrival in China exceeds 1530 tons, the supply of bauxite in China will be stable [240][241]. - Alumina's profit - grabbing ability in the industrial chain is expected to remain weak in 2026, mainly due to the decline in bauxite prices and the optimization of production capacity structure [258]. 4. Recycled Cast Aluminum Alloy: The Contradiction at the Raw Material End is Prominent, and the Ratio Center Rises 4.1 The Ratio Center of Scrap Aluminum to Electrolytic Aluminum Tends to Rise - The actual shipment volume of scrap aluminum in 2025 was lower than expected. The increase in imports did not effectively alleviate the supply shortage. The main reason was the mismatch between the supply and demand growth rates of scrap aluminum [262][271]. - The cancellation of the tax rebate policy has increased the cost of recycled aluminum enterprises, and the EU's possible export tariff on scrap aluminum may exacerbate the global supply shortage [291][296]. 4.2 Assessment of Supply and Demand of Recycled Aluminum Alloys - In 2025, the expansion rate of recycled aluminum alloy production capacity slowed down, but the capacity utilization rate was still low. In 2026, the production capacity growth rate is expected to slow down, and some production capacity may exit [300][301]. - The demand for recycled aluminum alloys has certain resilience, but the industry is still in an over - capacity situation. ADC12 is a cost - based pricing product, and the cost - pricing logic will be more obvious [307]. 5. Trading Themes to Watch in 2026 5.1 Unilateral Judgment of Electrolytic Aluminum - In 2026, the pricing logic of aluminum with imagination will continue. Although the apparent demand growth rate is expected to decline, the report is optimistic about the price, smelting profit, and price volatility. The main risks are macro - economic recession and over - production in Indonesia [315][318]. 5.2 Unilateral Judgment of Alumina - It is recommended to sell on rebounds. The over - supply pattern is difficult to change in 2026. The profit - grabbing ability in the industrial chain will remain weak, and the main risks are the introduction of a "production capacity ceiling" policy and bauxite supply disruptions in Guinea [319][323]. 5.3 Unilateral Judgment of Recycled Cast Aluminum Alloy - The price will generally follow the electrolytic aluminum price and has a certain upward elasticity. The main risks are the continuous release of new production capacity and lower - than - expected automobile consumption growth [324][326]. 5.4 Structural Strategies - Cross - border arbitrage: Positive arbitrage in the first half of the year and possible reverse arbitrage in the second half [327]. - Calendar spread arbitrage: Selectively conduct positive arbitrage [327]. - Cross - variety arbitrage: Short caustic soda based on alumina production cuts; buy aluminum and short copper when the copper - aluminum ratio rises too fast; conduct spread arbitrage between electrolytic aluminum and recycled cast aluminum alloy [327]. - Over - the - counter options: Regularly implement the low - level buying strategy - enhanced accumulative purchase [327].

瑞达期货研究院 「2025.12.19」 铝类市场周报 供给稳定需求韧性，铝类或将震荡运行 研究员:陈思嘉 期货从业资格号 F03118799 期货投资咨询 从业证书号 Z0022803 关 注 我 们 获 取 更 多 资 讯 业务咨询 添加客服 目录 1、周度要点小结 2、期现市场 3、产业情况 4、期权市场分析 「 周度要点小结」 行情回顾：沪铝先跌后升，周涨跌幅+0.07%，报22185元/吨。氧化铝先升后降，周涨跌+1.21%，报2500元/吨。 行情展望： 氧化铝：基本面原料端，进口矿季节性影响减弱，发运逐步回稳，国内港口库存回升，铝土矿价格持稳，原料供给较 充足。供给方面，由于氧化铝价已跌破理论成本线，利润侵蚀的影响下，国内产能及开工或有小幅回落，未来利润倒 挂情况若持续，大面积减产现象发生可能性增大。需求方面，电解铝厂在产产能基本持稳，已临近行业上限，对氧化 铝需求亦保持稳定态势。整体来看，氧化铝基本面或处于供给偏多、需求持稳的阶段。由于行业供给仍偏多，库存高 企，后续需逐步跟踪观测冶炼厂实际控产能情况。 观点总结：氧化铝主力合约轻仓震荡交易，注意操作节奏及风险控制。 电解铝：基本面原料端，原料 ...

1. Report Industry Investment Rating - Not provided in the content 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - In 2026, the aluminum price trend may be mainly affected by factors such as the Fed's monetary policy, tariff impacts, the situation of Russia-Ukraine negotiations, economic data of major countries like China and the US, and spot supply and demand. Currently, aluminum prices are at a historical high, but downstream spot demand is not ideal. If speculative buying fades and medium - long - term energy prices decline, metal speculative funds may withdraw, and aluminum prices face significant pressure. The alumina price has fallen below the cost line, and the electrolytic aluminum smelting industry is restricted by the production capacity ceiling, maintaining high profit margins, but there is high uncertainty in the medium - long - term industrial outlook [2][3][44] 3. Summary by Directory 3.1 Market Review - In 2025, the Shanghai aluminum price generally showed an oscillating upward trend. In Q1, it was supported by the Fed's interest - rate cut expectation and China's mild economic rebound. In April, the US tariff policy caused a market slump, but then the market recovered. From September, with the Fed's restart of the interest - rate cut cycle, the aluminum price continued to rise and reached a new high in December. The London aluminum price trend was basically the same as that of Shanghai aluminum, but after China取消 the aluminum export tax rebate, the supply - demand situations at home and abroad diverged, and the outer - plate aluminum price was stronger than the inner - plate price for a long time [10] 3.2 China's Macroeconomic Situation 3.2.1 China's Monetary Policy in 2025 was Moderately Loose, and the Price Level was Basically Stable - In 2025, China's domestic monetary policy was moderately loose. The M2 growth rate rose from around 7.1% at the beginning of the year to a maximum of 8.8%. The CPI index rebounded from - 0.7% year - on - year in February to 0.7%. The PPI price index remained stable throughout the year. In 2026, China may implement more proactive fiscal policies and moderately loose monetary policies, which are favorable to non - ferrous metals [16] 3.2.2 China's Manufacturing Industry was Generally Stable in 2025 - In 2025, China's manufacturing PMI generally fluctuated around the critical point of 50. The service industry PMI was mostly above 50. In 2026, many domestic provinces and municipalities may expand the policy of issuing consumer vouchers to boost residents' consumption and ensure the stable operation of the national economy [17] 3.2.3 Fixed - asset Investment Reflected that the Economic Pressure was Still High - Since the peak in February 2021, China's fixed - asset investment growth rate has been declining. In 2025, the fixed - asset investment data was still poor. From January to November, the domestic fixed - asset investment decreased by 1.7% year - on - year, and private fixed - asset investment decreased by 4.5% year - on - year, indicating insufficient market confidence and a fragile economic recovery [22] 3.3 Analysis of Key Related Industries 3.3.1 The Real Estate Industry was Gradually Stabilizing at the Bottom - From 2024 - 2025, relevant real - estate policies were continuously introduced, but the overall performance of the real - estate industry was still not ideal. From January to November, the decline in real - estate sales area and new construction area narrowed, but the completed real - estate development investment continued to weaken. Overall, the downward trend of the real - estate industry was gradually being controlled [25] 3.3.2 The Automobile Industry was Gradually Becoming a Pillar of the National Economy, with a High Growth Rate of New Energy Vehicles - From January to November, the total domestic automobile production increased by 11% year - on - year, and the production of new energy vehicles increased by 28.1% year - on - year. In 2026, the purchase tax of new energy vehicles will be adjusted from exemption to half - exemption. Export demand may become the main growth point, and the situation of the domestic automobile industry may become a key factor determining the supply - demand relationship of non - ferrous metals [27] 3.4 Supply - Demand Situation Analysis 3.4.1 Global Aluminum Production Increased Slightly, with a Slight Supply Surplus - In 2025, the global energy supply became tight. The global aluminum production increased in the first half of the year and decreased in the second half. China's aluminum production trend was basically consistent with the global trend, and the year - on - year growth rate was higher than the global level. From January to October, global aluminum production increased by 0.58% year - on - year, and China's aluminum production increased by 0.88% year - on - year, with a slight supply surplus [30] 3.4.2 Policies Led to a Significant Decline in Aluminum Exports in 2025, while Imports Remained High - Due to the reduction of Russian aluminum consumption in Europe and the US, China's aluminum import and export have been booming since 2020. In 2025, aluminum imports remained high, but exports were greatly affected by the cancellation of the export tax rebate. From January to October, the total aluminum imports increased by 9.38% year - on - year, and from January to November, aluminum exports decreased by 14.93% year - on - year. It is expected that in 2026, aluminum exports may remain at about 500,000 tons per month [32] 3.4.3 Raw Material Prices Continued to Decline Throughout the Year and Still had Room to Fall in the Future - In 2025, aluminum raw material prices fluctuated significantly. Coal prices first decreased and then increased, caustic soda prices declined, and bauxite prices decreased after a high - level operation. In the coming year, domestic energy prices and supply are likely to remain stable, and bauxite supply will be stable. It is expected that aluminum raw material costs may further decrease, but aluminum prices have strong support at the bottom due to the domestic production capacity ceiling [33] 3.4.4 Low Inventories Supported Aluminum Prices to Some Extent - In 2025, the electrolytic aluminum inventory increased significantly at the beginning of the year, decreased in the second quarter, and remained stable in the third and fourth quarters, with a slight decrease compared to the beginning of the year. The alumina inventory remained at a low level, with a small increase recently but still relatively low [35] 3.5 Macroeconomic Hot - spot Analysis 3.5.1 Policies Continued to Take Effect, and the Domestic Economy was Generally Stable - In the Central Economic Work Conference, it was emphasized that in 2026, China should implement more proactive fiscal policies and moderately loose monetary policies, and expand domestic demand. In 2025, China's economy remained basically stable. In 2026, the central government is expected to implement more proactive fiscal policies and moderately loose monetary policies, which will support the spot demand for non - ferrous metals. In the future, consumption may become the most important economic support and policy focus in China [39][40][41] 3.5.2 The Economies of Europe and the US were Facing Severe Pressure, and the Fed May Continue to Promote Interest - rate Cuts after the Leadership Change - In the US, the unemployment rate rose in November 2025, and the manufacturing PMI continued to decline. The Fed cut interest rates three times in 2025, with a total reduction of 75 basis points. The euro - zone manufacturing PMI also showed a downward trend. In 2026, the US tariff policy may not change much, and the Fed may enter a new interest - rate cut cycle in the second half of the year, which may drive a new round of price increases for non - ferrous metals [42][43] 3.6 Conclusion - In 2026, the aluminum price trend may be affected by the Fed's monetary policy, tariff impacts, the Russia - Ukraine negotiation situation, economic data of major countries, and spot supply and demand. Currently, aluminum prices are at a high level, but downstream demand is not good. If speculative funds withdraw and energy prices decline in the medium - long term, aluminum prices will face pressure. The alumina price has fallen below the cost line, and the electrolytic aluminum smelting industry is restricted by the production capacity ceiling, with high uncertainty in the medium - long - term industrial outlook [44][45][46]

铝合金价格方面：2025-12-18保太民用生铝采购价格16500元/吨，机械生铝采购价格16800元/吨，价格环比昨 日变化-100元/吨。ADC12保太报价21100元/吨，价格环比昨日变化0元/吨。 新能源及有色金属日报 | 2025-12-19 消费存韧性，现货贴水受贸易行为承压 重要数据 铝现货方面：SMM数据，华东A00铝价21730元/吨，较上一交易日变化-20元/吨，华东铝现货升贴水-140元/吨， 较上一交易日变化-30元/吨；中原A00铝价21620元/吨，现货升贴水较上一交易日变化-60元/吨至-250元/吨； 佛山A00铝价录21650元/吨，较上一交易日变化10元/吨，铝现货升贴水较上一交易日变化-5元/吨至-220元/吨。 铝期货方面：2025-12-18日沪铝主力合约开于21970元/吨，收于21955元/吨，较上一交易日变化55元/吨，最 高价达22100元/吨，最低价达到21880元/吨。全天交易日成交188444手，全天交易日持仓294165手。 库存方面，截止2025-12-18，SMM统计国内电解铝锭社会库存57.8万吨，较上一期变化-1.8万吨，仓单库存76212 吨 ...

新能源及有色金属日报 | 2025-12-17 莫桑比克电解铝确定减产 重要数据 铝现货方面：SMM数据，华东A00铝价21630元/吨，较上一交易日变化-80元/吨，华东铝现货升贴水-100元/吨， 较上一交易日变化-60元/吨；中原A00铝价21560元/吨，现货升贴水较上一交易日变化-70元/吨至-170元/吨； 佛山A00铝价录21520元/吨，较上一交易日变化-70元/吨，铝现货升贴水较上一交易日变化-55元/吨至-210元/ 吨。 铝期货方面：2025-12-16日沪铝主力合约开于21955元/吨，收于21845元/吨，较上一交易日变化-45元/吨，最 高价达21970元/吨，最低价达到21655元/吨。全天交易日成交241924手，全天交易日持仓288833手。 库存方面，截止2025-12-16，SMM统计国内电解铝锭社会库存59.6万吨，较上一期变化1.2万吨，仓单库存77188 吨，较上一交易日变化-625吨，LME铝库存519600吨，较上一交易日变化0吨。 氧化铝现货价格：2025-12-16SMM氧化铝山西价格录得2765元/吨，山东价格录得2690元/吨，河南价格录得 2790元/ ...

Core Viewpoint - The recent fluctuations in alumina futures prices, which have dropped below 2500 yuan/ton, raise questions about potential turning points in the market as prices rebounded last Friday [1]. Group 1: Production and Supply - In November, domestic bauxite production was 4.698 million tons, a slight decrease of 1.6% month-on-month and a 5.3% year-on-year decline; cumulative production from January to November reached 55.213 million tons, up 4.2% year-on-year [1]. - The total production of metallurgical-grade alumina in November was 7.4394 million tons, down 4.4% month-on-month but up 1.4% year-on-year; cumulative production from January to November was 81.897 million tons, an increase of 7.4% year-on-year [2]. - As of last Thursday, the total capacity for metallurgical-grade alumina remained at 11.032 million tons/year, with operational capacity at 8.7832 million tons/year, and the weekly operating rate slightly increased by 0.15 percentage points to 79.62% [2]. Group 2: Pricing and Market Dynamics - The alumina price index reported 2804.9 yuan/ton last Thursday, a decrease of 16.48 yuan/ton from the previous week, with a premium of 300 yuan/ton over the futures settlement price [3]. - Domestic alumina total inventory reached 5.061 million tons, continuing to rise, while electrolytic aluminum plants held 3.516 million tons of alumina inventory, indicating relatively sufficient raw material reserves [2]. Group 3: Import and Inventory Trends - In October, China imported 13.77 million tons of bauxite, a month-on-month decrease of 13.3% but a year-on-year increase of 12.3%; cumulative imports from January to October reached 170.96 million tons, up 30% year-on-year, with Guinea accounting for 74% of imports [1]. - As of last weekend, domestic bauxite port inventory was 26.4354 million tons, a significant decrease of 1.475 million tons from the previous week [1].

Group 1: Report Industry Investment Rating - Not provided in the content Group 2: Core Views of the Report - In 2026, the global alumina supply is expected to be in surplus, with prices under long - term pressure and the futures trading range likely to drop to 2400 - 3000 yuan/ton [2][59][170] - The global aluminum supply in 2026 is expected to grow at a rate of 1.4%, with overseas becoming an important growth point. Aluminum prices are expected to be strong in the medium - to - long term, especially in the first half of 2026, with the upper limit to be watched at 25000 yuan/ton [2][171] - The supply and demand of cast aluminum are in a delicate balance. Its price follows cost fluctuations and there are seasonal and macro - event - based arbitrage opportunities [2][120][172] Group 3: Summary by Relevant Catalogs 1. Market Review - In 2025, alumina showed a weak and volatile pattern, with prices falling from around 4000 yuan/ton at the beginning of the year to a low of 2665 yuan/ton, then rebounding and finally fluctuating weakly near the cost line [9] - In 2025, the electrolytic aluminum price generally showed an upward trend, with some fluctuations due to tariff policies. There were also opportunities for intra - month spread arbitrage and cross - market arbitrage [10] - Cast aluminum futures were launched on June 10, 2025. Its price showed an upward trend, and the spread with Shanghai aluminum changed during the year [11][12] 2. Macroeconomic Situation Overseas - The Fed may be hesitant to cut interest rates in the first quarter of 2026. The US economy may continue to expand in the third quarter, but inflation concerns may rise at the end of the year. The eurozone's inflation is approaching the target, and its monetary policy will remain stable [29][33][34] Domestic - China is expected to achieve its 2025 GDP growth target of 5%. In 2026, the GDP target is expected to be set at 5%. Fiscal policy will be proactive, and monetary policy will remain loose [35] 3. Alumina Adequate Imported Ore in 2026 - In 2025, the supply of bauxite was abundant, and the price of imported bauxite decreased. In 2026, the supply of bauxite is expected to be sufficient, with domestic and imported ore totaling about 280 million tons, and the price of imported ore may decline slightly [51][53][55] High Unreleased Alumina Capacity at Home and Abroad - In 2025, the alumina capacity was in surplus, and the price decreased. In 2026, the new domestic and overseas alumina capacity is expected to exceed 20 million tons, and the demand growth is lower than the supply growth [56][57] Overseas Alumina with Cost Advantage Flows into China - In 2025, China changed from a net importer to a net exporter of alumina. In 2026, China is expected to return to a net - importing pattern because of the cost advantage of overseas alumina [58] Increased Surplus Pressure and Cost - Based Price Competition - In 2026, the supply of alumina is expected to be in surplus, and the price will be under long - term pressure, with the futures trading range likely to drop [59] 4. Electrolytic Aluminum Limited Domestic Capacity Growth Space - In 2025, China's electrolytic aluminum capacity approached the ceiling. In 2026, the domestic capacity growth is limited, and the supply (production + net import) is expected to be about 46.78 million tons, with a growth rate of about 1.01% [87][88][89] Indonesia Contributes Main Incremental Space, but Power Situation Needs Attention - In 2025, the overseas electrolytic aluminum capacity increased by 1 million tons. In 2026, the overseas capacity is expected to increase by 1.2 million tons, and the production is expected to be about 30.6 million tons, with a growth rate of 2% [90][91][92] 5. Cast Aluminum Tight Scrap Aluminum Provides Long - Term Cost Support for Cast Aluminum - In 2025, the supply of domestic scrap aluminum was tight. In 2026, the domestic scrap aluminum supply is expected to be about 16.4 million tons, with a growth rate of 21% [112][114][115] Low Operating Rate of Cast Aluminum Alloy and Limited Capacity Expansion - In 2025, the operating rate of the cast aluminum alloy industry was low, and the capacity expansion slowed down. In 2026, the aluminum alloy is expected to maintain a net inflow [116][117][118] Cost and Profit of Cast Aluminum Alloy - The cost of ADC12 is mainly composed of scrap aluminum, silicon, copper, natural gas, and other expenses. In 2026, the cost of cast aluminum is expected to remain firm [119] Consumption Balance and Views of Cast Aluminum Alloy - The supply of cast aluminum has excess built - in capacity, but the tight scrap aluminum and low profit limit the capacity expansion. The consumption of each segment is growing. The price of cast aluminum follows cost fluctuations, and there are arbitrage opportunities [120][121][172] 6. Consumption End Challenges Remain in Aluminum Product Exports in 2026 - In 2025, China's aluminum product exports decreased. In 2026, there are still challenges, but efforts are being made to diversify the market [136] Real Estate - In 2025, the real estate market was at the bottom. In 2026, it is expected to continue to adjust, with the decline in new construction area narrowing slightly and the decline in completion area narrowing [137] Power - In 2025, the investment in the power grid increased. In 2026 - 2030, the annual investment in the power grid is expected to be about 75 billion yuan, and the aluminum consumption in the power sector will increase by about 650,000 tons [138][139] New Energy Sector - In 2025, the new - energy installation increased. In 2026, the photovoltaic installation is expected to decline, but the wind - power installation is expected to increase, offsetting part of the reduction in aluminum consumption [141][142][143] Automobile - In 2025, the automobile market developed well. In 2026, the domestic automobile sales are expected to increase slightly, and the aluminum consumption of new - energy vehicles is expected to increase by about 576,000 tons [144] Energy Storage - In 2025, the global energy - storage installation increased significantly. In 2026, the domestic and global energy - storage new - installation is expected to reach 17.2GW and 39.9GW respectively, with the aluminum consumption increasing [145][147] Data Center - In 2026, many large - scale data - center projects are planned to be built, which will drive the demand for aluminum [149] 7. Global Aluminum Supply Still in Shortage in 2026 - In 2026, the global electrolytic aluminum supply is expected to be 74.98 million tons, with a growth rate of 1.4%, and the consumption is expected to be 75.5 million tons, still in shortage [170] 8. Market Outlook - Alumina prices are expected to be under long - term pressure, with the futures trading range at 2400 - 3000 yuan/ton. Electrolytic aluminum prices are expected to be strong in the medium - to - long term, especially in the first half of 2026. Cast aluminum prices follow cost fluctuations [170][171][172]

Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant information provided. Core Viewpoints of the Report - The report maintains a bullish view on the medium - term trend of aluminum prices. The pricing logic for aluminum in Q4 2024 will continue in 2026. In 2026, under different scenarios, the aluminum market is expected to face shortages, and although there will be inventory accumulation in Q1, the pressure is relatively controllable [3]. - The alumina market needs significant supply - side clearing and supply - demand re - balancing to reverse the situation. The current supply is in excess and inventory is accumulating, and prices are under pressure [4]. Summary by Relevant Catalogs Aluminum - **Price and Market Outlook**: The medium - term view is that aluminum prices will trend upwards. In 2026, under the baseline scenario (production and demand growth rates of 1.7% and 2.1% respectively, net imports of 2.4 million tons), the annual shortage is expected to be about 124,000 tons; under the optimistic scenario (production and demand growth rates of 1.7% and 2.6% respectively, net imports of 2.5 million tons), the annual shortage is expected to be about 258,000 tons. In Q1 2026, even if there is a price dip, it may be a good buying opportunity. In the short term, due to increased macro - disturbances at the end of the year, the Shanghai aluminum price has fallen back from the 22,000 mark [3]. - **Inventory and Demand**: The social inventory of aluminum ingots decreased by 14,000 tons to 579,000 tons this week. It is expected to decline slightly above the level at the end of last year by the end of the year. The downstream demand is showing signs of recovery, with the spot basis, downstream start - up rates, and downstream profits all improving [3]. Alumina - **Price and Market Situation**: The alumina price once fell below the 2,500 mark this week, and the main contract dropped to a minimum of 2,437 yuan/ton. The market is facing continuous over - supply and inventory accumulation, and the expected increase in ore supply next year may further drag down the price. However, due to the accumulation of short positions, trading factors are causing more disturbances [4]. - **Inventory and Supply**: The total inventory of alumina continued to increase this week, with an increase of 57,000 tons compared to last week. The inventory in the alumina plants decreased, while that in the electrolytic aluminum plants increased slightly. The port inventory decreased, and the inventory at stations/on - the - way increased significantly [44]. Trading - end - **Price Spreads**: The spot premium of A00 aluminum and alumina strengthened this week. The average SMM A00 aluminum premium changed from - 80 yuan/ton to - 50 yuan/ton, and the average SMM A00 aluminum (Foshan) premium changed from - 195 yuan/ton to - 160 yuan/ton. The premium of Shandong alumina to the current month changed from 187 yuan/ton to 227 yuan/ton, and that of Henan alumina changed from 252 yuan/ton to 322 yuan/ton [7]. - **Volume and Open Interest**: The open interest of the main Shanghai aluminum contract increased slightly, while the trading volume decreased slightly. The open interest of the main alumina contract decreased slightly but remained at a historical high, and the trading volume increased slightly [14]. Inventory - **Bauxite**: As of December 12, the port inventory of imported bauxite decreased by 1.4746 million tons compared to last week, and the port inventory days remained basically the same. As of November, the port inventory and inventory days of Chinese bauxite in the阿拉丁 (ALD) caliber also showed a downward trend. In November, the bauxite inventory of 43 sample enterprises decreased by 370,000 tons month - on - month [24][30]. - **Alumina**: The total inventory of alumina continued to increase. As of December 11, the national alumina inventory was 4.585 million tons, an increase of 102,000 tons compared to last week [51]. - **Electrolytic Aluminum**: The social inventory of electrolytic aluminum decreased by 14,000 tons to 579,000 tons as of December 11, continuing the de - stocking trend this week [52]. - **Processed Materials**: The spot inventory and in - plant inventory of aluminum rods decreased this week. As of November, the finished product inventory ratio and raw material inventory ratio of SMM aluminum profiles increased slightly, while the finished product inventory ratio of SMM aluminum sheets and foils increased slightly, and the raw material inventory ratio remained flat [58][61]. Production - **Bauxite**: In November, the domestic bauxite supply showed a differentiated situation. The SMM - caliber domestic bauxite production decreased slightly. Imported bauxite supply is still an important factor driving the growth of the total domestic bauxite supply. In terms of different provinces, the bauxite production in Shanxi, Henan, and Guangxi showed different trends in the steel - union and SMM calibers [66][67]. - **Alumina**: The alumina capacity utilization rate remained stable. As of December 12, the total operating capacity of national alumina was 96.1 million tons, a weekly decrease of 400,000 tons. This week, the domestic metallurgical - grade alumina production was 1.859 million tons, a decrease of 2,000 tons compared to last week, and the supply - side over - supply situation remained unchanged [71]. - **Electrolytic Aluminum**: As of November, the operating capacity of electrolytic aluminum remained at a high level, and the capacity utilization rate remained high due to profit recovery. As of December 11, the weekly production of electrolytic aluminum in the steel - union caliber was 853,600 tons, an increase of 30 tons compared to last week. As consumption entered the off - season, the proportion of aluminum water decreased seasonally, and the ingot - casting volume of aluminum ingots is expected to increase month - on - month [74]. - **Downstream Processing**: This week, the production of recycled aluminum rods, aluminum rods, and aluminum sheets and foils all decreased slightly, with decreases of 900 tons, 17,000 tons, and 21,000 tons respectively. The start - up rate of domestic aluminum downstream leading enterprises decreased by 0.1%, and the market performance was stable, generally in line with the seasonality [77][78]. Profit - **Alumina**: In November, the alumina profit continued to decline slightly. The profit of metallurgical - grade alumina in the steel - union caliber was 86.2 yuan/ton, and the smelting profit was under pressure. Among different provinces, the alumina profits in Shandong, Shanxi, and Henan remained stable, while the profit in Guangxi was better due to the relatively firm cost side [85]. - **Electrolytic Aluminum**: The electrolytic aluminum profit remained at a high level. However, the complex global macro - economic situation, overseas geopolitical conflicts, and changing trade policies have increased uncertainties and interfered with market expectations [100]. - **Downstream Processing**: The processing fee of aluminum rods increased by 10 yuan/ton this week, but the downstream processing profit remained at a low level [101]. Consumption - **Import and Export Profits and Losses**: The import losses of alumina and Shanghai aluminum increased. In October 2025, the export of unwrought aluminum and aluminum products decreased slightly, with a month - on - month decrease of 17,000 tons. The export profits and losses of aluminum processed materials showed a differentiated situation [110][112][115]. - **Absolute Consumption Volume**: The transaction area of commercial housing remained at a low level, while the automobile production increased month - on - month [117].