Summary of Key Points from Conference Call Records Industry Overview: Non-Ferrous Metals Electric Vehicles and Energy Storage - Domestic electric vehicle penetration rate is rapidly increasing, expected to reach 53.5% by September 2025, while global penetration varies significantly, indicating growth potential outside China and Europe [1][2] - Policy support for energy storage is strengthening, with projections for new energy storage installations to reach 180 million kilowatts by 2027, driving project investments of 250 billion yuan [1][2] Lithium Supply and Demand - Due to low lithium carbonate prices in the past two years, global lithium mining companies are expected to reduce capital expenditures in 2024, potentially slowing future production [1][3] - Lithium supply growth is projected to fall below 20% for the first time in 2026, while demand remains strong, leading to a significant reduction in surplus lithium in the market next year [1][3] Aluminum Market Dynamics - The electrolytic aluminum market is benefiting from rising copper prices, with aluminum prices approaching 21,000 yuan, and domestic capacity utilization rates are high [1][4] - The impact of tariffs between China and the U.S. on the aluminum sector is limited, with China exporting approximately 800,000 tons of aluminum products to the U.S. annually, accounting for about 5% of total aluminum demand [4][6] Alumina Price Impact - The decline in alumina prices has positively affected companies with low self-sufficiency rates, such as Zhongfu Industrial, which has shown excellent profit performance [1][7] Key Market Trends and Projections Lithium Market Outlook - Recent rebounds in lithium futures indicate strong downstream demand, with expectations for lithium prices to remain supported in the short term [2][3] - The anticipated increase in energy storage demand and electric vehicle penetration are primary drivers for lithium demand [2][3] Copper Price Fluctuations - Copper prices are currently volatile, influenced by macroeconomic factors, with expectations for a bullish window in the first half of 2026, potentially reaching historical highs of 12,000 to 14,000 USD [8][9] Tin Market Insights - Tin is classified as a critical mineral resource, with supply tightness driven by China's export controls and global supply constraints [2][15] - Strong demand for tin solder, particularly from the semiconductor sector, is expected to continue [15] Rare Earths and Tungsten - Recent price corrections in rare earths are attributed to market sentiment and export controls, with future price movements dependent on the stabilization of neodymium and praseodymium prices [18][19] - The tungsten market has seen price corrections followed by a rebound, with recommendations for companies like Xiamen Tungsten and others due to their growth potential [22] Investment Recommendations - High-dividend stocks such as China Aluminum and Zhongfu Industrial are highlighted as attractive investment opportunities [1][7] - Companies in the lithium sector, including Ganfeng Lithium and Tianqi Lithium, are recommended for their growth potential in solid-state batteries and energy storage [5] - Focus on companies like Huayou Cobalt and Luxshare Precision in the cobalt sector, which are expected to see significant profit growth [14] Conclusion - The non-ferrous metals sector is poised for growth driven by electric vehicle adoption, energy storage demand, and strategic supply constraints. Investment opportunities exist across various sub-sectors, particularly in lithium, aluminum, and cobalt, with a focus on companies demonstrating strong fundamentals and growth potential.

Summary of Conference Call on Non-Ferrous Metals Industry Industry Overview - The non-ferrous metals industry is currently experiencing a high-level fluctuation, awaiting demand recovery and liquidity easing to trigger a main upward trend in prices [1][3][13] - The expectation of a soft landing for the US economy, along with the first interest rate cut, has stabilized overseas demand, but the main upward wave in non-ferrous metal prices has not yet started [1][3] Key Points and Arguments Market Outlook - The performance expectations for various non-ferrous sub-sectors in 2026 are generally optimistic, with an expected increase of approximately 20% or more [1][4] - The anticipated main upward wave is expected around the end of Q1 2026, driven by interest rate cuts, the end of the US balance sheet reduction, and overseas reconstruction demand [1][5] Supply and Demand Dynamics - The ongoing US-China geopolitical tensions have normalized, reducing their impact on market sentiment, but the supply-side constraints are stronger than demand influences [1][6] - It is expected that most metals will remain in a supply-demand imbalance in 2026, with supply constraints being more definitive [1][6] Specific Metal Insights - **Gold**: Short-term trading is overheated, with valuations stretched. A potential adjustment is expected after geopolitical events cool down, but long-term prospects remain positive due to economic recovery and inflation [1][7] - **Copper**: Short-term demand is suppressed by high prices, but mining and smelting companies may reduce production, leading to a supply-demand imbalance from Q4 2025 through 2026 [1][8][9] - **Aluminum**: The electrolytic aluminum sector is recommended as a top investment choice due to its strong dividend attributes and resilience in profits, with a significant upside potential if prices rise [1][10][11] Small Metals Perspective - **Cobalt**: Inventory is decreasing, indicating potential for price increases [2][12] - **Lithium**: Currently under pressure but nearing a bottom in supply-demand dynamics, strategic positioning is advised [2][12] - **Tungsten**: Long-term outlook is positive due to supply shortages and geopolitical factors [2][12] Additional Important Insights - The overall sentiment for the non-ferrous metals industry remains optimistic, with recommendations to actively monitor and allocate resources to various metal sectors to capitalize on future growth opportunities [1][14] - The copper market is expected to see a price increase and earnings per share (EPS) growth, with mainstream companies' valuations returning to reasonable levels [1][9][14]

Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. Core View of the Report The inventory accumulation trend of alumina continues, and the over - capacity pattern in the smelting end is hard to change in the short term. However, the increasing expectation of the Fed's interest rate cut may drive the non - ferrous sector to run stronger, and the current price is approaching the cost line of most manufacturers, so the follow - up production cut expectation is strengthened. It is recommended to wait and see in the short term. The reference operating range of the domestic main contract AO2601 is 2600 - 3000 yuan/ton, and attention should be paid to supply - side policies, Guinea's ore policies, and the Fed's monetary policy [12][13]. Summary by Relevant Catalogs 1. Weekly Assessment - **Futures Price**: As of 3 p.m. on October 17, the alumina index fell 1.82% to 2809 yuan/ton this week, with positions increasing by 23,000 lots to 458,000 lots. Due to the uncertainty of Sino - US negotiations and the high - start and high - inventory pattern of alumina, the futures price fluctuated downward. The Shandong spot price was 2815 yuan/ton, with a premium of 46 yuan/ton over the 11 - contract. The spread between the first and third contracts closed at - 29 yuan/ton [11][24]. - **Spot Price**: This week, the spot prices of alumina in various regions continued to decline. The spot prices in Guangxi, Guizhou, Henan, Shandong, Shanxi, and Xinjiang decreased by 35 yuan/ton, 25 yuan/ton, 40 yuan/ton, 50 yuan/ton, 40 yuan/ton, and 40 yuan/ton respectively. The continuous inventory accumulation put pressure on the spot price [11][21]. - **Inventory**: The total social inventory of alumina increased by 63,000 tons to 4.639 million tons this week. The in - plant inventory of electrolytic aluminum plants, the in - plant inventory of alumina plants, the in - transit inventory, and the port inventory increased by 11,000 tons, 0 tons, 23,000 tons, and 29,000 tons respectively. The total warehouse receipts of SHFE alumina increased by 45,200 tons to 221,300 tons, and the delivery warehouse inventory was 239,600 tons, an increase of 33,000 tons from last week [11][70][73]. - **Comprehensive Analysis**: The ore price has short - term support but may be under pressure after the rainy season. The over - capacity pattern in the alumina smelting end is hard to change in the short term, and the inventory accumulation trend continues. However, the increasing expectation of the Fed's interest rate cut may drive the non - ferrous sector to run stronger, and the current price is approaching the cost line of most manufacturers, so the follow - up production cut expectation is strengthened. It is recommended to wait and see in the short term [12][13]. 2. Spot and Futures Prices - **Spot Price**: The spot prices of alumina in various regions continued to decline this week, with different degrees of decline in different regions. The continuous inventory accumulation put pressure on the spot price [21]. - **Futures Price and Basis**: The alumina index fell this week, and the futures price fluctuated downward. The Shandong spot price had a premium over the 11 - contract, and the spread between the first and third contracts was negative [24]. - **Bauxite Price**: The bauxite prices in various regions remained unchanged this week. After the rainy season in Guinea, the ore shipment increased, and due to profit contraction, alumina enterprises' willingness to lower prices increased. With the high port inventory, the ore price is expected to decline [27]. 3. Supply Side - **Bauxite Production**: In September 2025, China's bauxite production was 4.88 million tons, a year - on - year decrease of 2.3% and a month - on - month decrease of 3%. The cumulative production in the first nine months was 45.74 million tons, a year - on - year increase of 3.28%. Affected by the rainy season and environmental policies, domestic bauxite production decreased [31]. - **Bauxite Import**: In August 2025, bauxite imports were 18.29 million tons, a year - on - year increase of 17.65% and a month - on - month decrease of 8.84%. The cumulative imports in the first eight months were 141.76 million tons, a year - on - year increase of 31.38%. From different importing countries, imports from Guinea and Australia had different changes [33][35][37]. - **Bauxite Inventory**: In September, China's bauxite inventory decreased by 1.04 million tons, with a total inventory of 52.27 million tons, still at a high level in the past five years. In key regions, the inventory in Shanxi and Henan decreased [40]. - **Alumina Production**: In September 2025, alumina production was 7.746 million tons, a year - on - year increase of 12.69% and a month - on - month decrease of 1.68%. The cumulative production in the first nine months was 66.84 million tons, a year - on - year increase of 9.82%. The operating capacity in September was 97 million tons, a year - on - year increase of 14.12% and a month - on - month increase of 2.54% [42][45]. - **Alumina Plant Profit**: The alumina spot price declined, and the profit of alumina plants was under pressure. Different regions had different profit situations, with some regions approaching or in a loss state [48]. - **Alumina Import and Export**: In August 2025, alumina had a net export of 86,000 tons. The import window opened recently, and it is expected that the import volume in September and October will gradually increase, which may further intensify the domestic supply - surplus situation. As of October 17, the Australian FOB price decreased, and the import window was closed [50][52]. - **Overseas Alumina Production**: In September 2025, overseas alumina production was 5.24 million tons, a year - on - year increase of 6.66% and a month - on - month decrease of 2.62%. The cumulative production in the first nine months was 46.5 million tons, a year - on - year increase of 3.06% [54]. 4. Demand Side - **Electrolytic Aluminum Production**: In September 2025, China's electrolytic aluminum production was 3.68 million tons, a year - on - year increase of 2.73% and a month - on - month decrease of 2.86%. The cumulative production in the first nine months was 33.07 million tons, a year - on - year increase of 2.73% [59]. - **Electrolytic Aluminum Operation**: In September 2025, the operating capacity of electrolytic aluminum was 44.56 million tons, an increase of 160,000 tons from the previous month. The operating rate increased by 0.35% to 97.47% [62]. 5. Supply - Demand Balance The alumina supply - demand balance table shows the situation of supply and demand, import and export, and related data in different months from January to December 2025. The supply and demand situation varies in different months, and there are differences in net exports [65]. 6. Inventory The total social inventory of alumina increased this week, and the warehouse receipts of SHFE and the delivery warehouse inventory also increased. The continuous inventory accumulation shows that the supply in the market is relatively abundant [70][73].

Core Viewpoint - Shandong Weiqiao Group has successfully connected to the State Grid, ending its history of operating in isolation and exploring a new model of self-built power plants combined with public green electricity consumption, termed the "Weiqiao Model" [1][5]. Group 1 - The meeting between the State Grid Shandong Electric Power Chairman Lin Yifan and Weiqiao Group Chairman Zhang Bo marks a significant milestone in their cooperation, aiming to deepen collaboration and create a win-win development scenario [1][3]. - Lin Yifan emphasized the importance of this connection in promoting energy transition and reducing coal consumption while enhancing the consumption of green electricity in Shandong province [3][5]. - The completion of the connection project involved overcoming significant challenges and was achieved ahead of schedule, with three units of 660,000 kilowatts officially connected to the grid by July 9, and a total load of 1 million kilowatts connected by August 4 [5][3]. Group 2 - Zhang Bo expressed gratitude for the support from State Grid Shandong Electric Power, highlighting the transformative significance of accessing more green electricity for Weiqiao Group's development [5][3]. - The collaboration aims to create a model for high-level green electricity consumption and enhance the reliability of the power grid, showcasing a cooperative example for high-quality development [3][5]. - The initiative is seen as a response to changing domestic and international economic conditions, with Weiqiao Group committed to leveraging its strengths in partnership with the State Grid [5][3].

Core Viewpoint - Shandong Weiqiao Group has successfully connected to the State Grid, marking the end of its isolated operation and establishing a new model for integrating self-built power plants with public green electricity consumption, termed the "Weiqiao Model" [1][4][7]. Group 1: Collaboration and Achievements - The meeting between the leadership of State Grid Shandong Electric Power and Weiqiao Group signifies a historic breakthrough in their cooperation, aiming to deepen collaboration and create a win-win development scenario [1][4]. - Weiqiao Group, as the largest private enterprise in Shandong, has achieved significant development milestones, and the State Grid will continue to support its growth through high-quality energy and power development initiatives [4][6]. Group 2: Energy Transition and Green Power - The connection to the public grid allows Weiqiao Group to reduce coal consumption and enhance the absorption of green electricity across Shandong province [4][6]. - The completion of the connection project involved overcoming significant challenges and was achieved ahead of schedule, with three units of 660,000 kW officially connected to the grid by July 9, and a total load of 1,000,000 kW integrated by August 4 [7]. Group 3: Future Directions - Weiqiao Group aims to adapt to changing domestic and international economic conditions by enhancing cooperation with the State Grid, focusing on mutual benefits and complementary advantages [6][7]. - The collaboration is expected to set a replicable and scalable example for promoting green electricity consumption in the province [7].

Core Insights - The aluminum industry is experiencing a high prosperity cycle, driven by supply-side structural reforms and strong demand from sectors like new energy vehicles and data centers [1][4] - The integration of futures and spot markets is seen as a crucial strategy for enhancing the resilience and safety of the aluminum supply chain [1][5] Industry Overview - Domestic electrolytic aluminum production capacity is nearing its limit, with high utilization rates and low supply elasticity expected in the future [1] - Global electrolytic aluminum supply is only able to maintain rigid growth due to long-term power supply restrictions overseas [1] - Demand for electrolytic aluminum is projected to grow at an annual rate of around 2%, supported by traditional consumption and emerging industries [1] Company Strategies - Companies are encouraged to adopt structural adjustments for product differentiation and quality enhancement to cope with order shortages [2] - Risk management is emphasized as a survival skill across all industries, with companies advised to negotiate long-term agreements to mitigate price volatility [2][5] - The shift from a passive reliance on spot markets to an active management model using futures for risk hedging is highlighted as essential for modern traders [2][3] Trading and Risk Management - The concept of basis trading is presented as a sustainable profit strategy for traders, focusing on local supply-demand dynamics rather than absolute price predictions [3] - A complete futures market system has been established, providing a comprehensive risk hedging framework for the aluminum industry [3] Regional Insights - Henan province is a key player in China's non-ferrous metal production, with significant contributions from advanced aluminum-based materials [4] - The participation of local enterprises in futures trading has seen a growth rate of 23% over the past three years, demonstrating the value of futures in risk management [4] Future Directions - Companies are advised to build a three-tiered risk management system, focusing on traditional futures integration, expanding options usage, and collaborating with futures companies for data sharing [5] - The forum concluded with a sense of optimism about the deepening integration of the aluminum industry with the futures market, positioning it as a powerful engine for navigating uncertainties [5]

Summary of the Conference Call on the 15th Five-Year Plan Industry or Company Involved - The conference call discusses the upcoming 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030) in China, focusing on strategic directions in technology innovation, domestic demand, and emerging industries. Core Points and Arguments 1. **Continuation of Strategic Directions**: The 15th Five-Year Plan will extend and deepen the strategic directions of the 14th Five-Year Plan, particularly in technology innovation and new productive forces, aiming for a target of at least 20% of GDP from strategic emerging industries [1][11]. 2. **Focus on Domestic Demand**: Policies will emphasize consumption upgrades and investment structure optimization, aiming to release consumption potential through improved supply quality and international standards [1][4]. 3. **Support for Emerging Industries**: The plan will promote cluster development in new-generation information technology, high-end equipment, and biotechnology, with special funding and financing channels to support specialized and innovative enterprises [1][12]. 4. **Capacity Governance**: The plan will address overcapacity issues in industries like new energy vehicles and photovoltaics by enforcing strict environmental and energy consumption standards [1][13]. 5. **Public Service and Income Distribution Reform**: The plan aims to equalize basic public services and reform income distribution to reduce preventive savings in education, healthcare, and elderly care, thereby releasing more consumption capacity [1][16]. 6. **Investment Focus**: Short-term policies may lead to sector rotation effects, with funds potentially shifting from infrastructure to tourism and hospitality sectors, while long-term investments will focus on digital economy, high-end manufacturing, new energy, and the silver economy [3][17]. 7. **Challenges in Consumption**: Despite significant progress in cultivating new consumption drivers, consumption contribution to economic growth has weakened, dropping from 80% to 52% by Q2 2025 [3][9]. 8. **Investment Targets**: Most investment indicators are on track, but some energy security and social welfare targets have not met expectations, such as the nuclear power generation capacity completion rate of 68.8% [3][10]. 9. **Technological Innovation and R&D**: The plan will increase the proportion of basic research in R&D funding and enhance support for national laboratories and high-level universities [1][11]. 10. **Quality Supply and Consumption Upgrade**: The plan aims to improve supply quality to meet consumption upgrade demands, establishing a quality grading certification system [1][14]. Other Important but Possibly Overlooked Content 1. **Historical Context of Five-Year Plans**: The evolution of China's Five-Year Plans from 1953 to the present reflects a shift from rapid economic growth to a focus on quality and efficiency [5][6]. 2. **Impact on Capital Markets**: Historical data suggests that while immediate impacts on stock markets may be limited, long-term policy implementations can significantly drive market performance, particularly in technology sectors [8]. 3. **Social Welfare Opportunities**: There are notable opportunities in social welfare sectors, particularly in elderly care and health management, which may see increased investment and development [3][17].

Report Summary 1) Report Industry Investment Rating No specific industry investment rating is provided in the given content. 2) Core Views - For building materials (成材): Expected to move in a range with a downward - shifting center of gravity, and run in a weak and volatile manner. The market is in a situation of weak supply and demand, with pessimistic market sentiment, and this year's winter storage is sluggish, providing little price support. The view is for volatile consolidation [1][3]. - For aluminum ingots: The price is expected to run in a short - term range. In the short term, the fundamentals are stable, but macro - overseas interference events repeatedly affect market sentiment. The price is currently in a high - level shock, and future attention should be paid to the inventory - consumption trend [4]. 3) Summary by Related Catalogs Building Materials - Production suspension impact: Yunnan - Guizhou short - process building steel enterprises' production suspension during the Spring Festival is expected to affect a total of 741,000 tons of building steel production. In Anhui, 1 out of 6 short - process steel mills stopped production on January 5, and most of the rest will stop production around mid - January, with a daily production impact of about 16,200 tons during the suspension period [2][3]. - Real estate transaction data: From December 30, 2024, to January 5, 2025, the total transaction (signing) area of newly - built commercial housing in 10 key cities was 2.234 million square meters, a 40.3% decrease from the previous period and a 43.2% increase year - on - year [3]. - Market situation: The price continued to decline in a volatile manner yesterday, reaching a new low recently. The market is in a situation of weak supply and demand, with no significant highlights in the near term, and this year's winter storage is sluggish, providing little support for prices [3]. - Later focus: Macro - policies and downstream demand [3]. Aluminum - Supply - side situation: After entering October, due to the peak season of downstream processed materials demand, the proportion of direct aluminum water supply is expected to increase, resulting in low aluminum ingot production and reduced market supply, which supports the aluminum price [3]. - Demand - side situation: In early October, the overall performance of the aluminum processing industry was in line with seasonal characteristics, but there was obvious internal differentiation. The overall industry showed resilience, but the "Golden September and Silver October" in the demand side was lackluster, and the high aluminum price and order differentiation restricted the short - term upward space of the operating rate. High prices will gradually suppress downstream purchasing, leading to a marginal weakening of demand and limiting the upward space of aluminum prices [3]. - Inventory data: On October 13, the inventory of electrolytic aluminum ingots in domestic mainstream consumption areas was 650,000 tons, an increase of 1,000 tons from last Thursday and 58,000 tons from last Monday [3]. - Later focus: Macro - expectations, geopolitical crises, mine resumption, and consumption release [4].

Summary of Key Points from Conference Call Records Industry Overview - The focus is on the gold market and the broader context of precious and base metals, particularly in light of geopolitical tensions and economic conditions [1][2][4] Core Insights and Arguments - **Gold Market Dynamics**: - Gold has seen a significant price increase, nearly 10% in a week, driven by declining trust in government currencies and rising geopolitical tensions [2] - The price of gold is expected to stabilize after geopolitical tensions ease, but it remains a crucial asset in the precious metals sector [1][7] - The gold-to-silver ratio is currently around 80, expected to correct to below 60 as economic conditions stabilize [2][11] - **Base Metals Outlook**: - The outlook for base metals, particularly copper and aluminum, is optimistic due to supply disruptions from natural disasters and geopolitical events [1][8] - Copper is anticipated to remain in a supply shortage throughout the next year, driven by natural factors affecting production [9][10] - Electrolytic aluminum is highlighted as a strong investment opportunity due to its low valuation and cyclical nature [9] - **Impact of U.S.-China Trade Relations**: - Recent escalations in U.S.-China trade tensions have introduced market uncertainties but also present investment opportunities in scarce assets like base metals and renewable energy [5][6] - The potential for negotiations between the two nations may alleviate current tensions, impacting market dynamics positively [6] - **Phosphate Market**: - Phosphate prices have rebounded to near 2022 highs, driven by demand in agriculture and the renewable energy sector, particularly lithium iron phosphate [2][17] - A global supply gap of 4% is noted due to surging demand from China's renewable energy sector [18] Additional Important Insights - **Investment Strategies**: - Investors are advised to focus on base metals and renewable energy assets as key areas for potential growth amidst current market volatility [4][5] - The steel sector is suggested as a defensive strategy due to expected production declines [2][11] - **Geopolitical Factors**: - The rise of right-wing politics and global political polarization is contributing to a decline in trust in fiat currencies, further driving demand for safe-haven assets like gold and base metals [1][2] - **Market Valuation**: - Base metals are currently valued at historical lows compared to gold, indicating potential for price increases [8] - **Future Projections**: - The copper market is expected to see price increases in the upcoming quarters, driven by ongoing supply constraints and rising demand from new economic sectors [10] This summary encapsulates the critical insights and projections from the conference call, focusing on the gold and base metals markets, the implications of geopolitical tensions, and strategic investment opportunities.

Group 1: Report Industry Investment Rating - No relevant content provided Group 2: Core Views of the Report - Copper prices are expected to have a long - term upward trend, with short - term adjustments. Alumina prices are likely to maintain a weak and volatile bottom - grinding market. Aluminum prices are expected to be weak in the short - term and strengthen in the medium - term. Nickel prices are expected to have increased volatility and a lower oscillation center. Stainless steel prices are expected to weaken. Tin prices will be in a short - term high - level oscillation. Industrial silicon prices may oscillate in the medium - term and be strong in the short - term. Polysilicon prices may have a limited short - term callback. Lithium carbonate prices are expected to continue to reduce inventory and support the price [6][14][20][46][53][60][64][71][76] Group 3: Summary by Related Catalogs Copper - **Market Review**: On October 13, the Shanghai Copper 2511 contract closed at 85,120 yuan/ton, down 2.06%, and the Shanghai Copper Index reduced positions by 12,125 lots to 566,100 lots. The spot market trading improved with price drops, and the premium in Shanghai rose [2] - **Important Information**: As of October 13, the national copper inventory increased by 0.57 million tons to 17.2 million tons. In September, China imported 2.587 million tons of copper ore and concentrates, and the cumulative import from January to September was 22.634 million tons, a year - on - year increase of 7.7%. The export of unwrought aluminum and aluminum products in September was 521,000 tons, and the cumulative export from January to September was 4.516 million tons, a year - on - year decrease of 8.1% [3][4] - **Logic Analysis**: Trump's tariff remarks and supply - side problems have affected copper prices. Mine supply tension has intensified, and consumption shows "not prosperous in the peak season", but there may be an increase in demand after price adjustments [6] - **Trading Strategy**: Adopt a long - on - dips strategy for single - side trading, continue to hold cross - market positive spreads, and arrange cross - period positive spreads after domestic inventory decline. Keep options on hold [7][8][9] Alumina - **Market Review**: On October 13, the Alumina 2601 contract decreased by 57 yuan to 2,820 yuan/ton. Spot prices in most regions declined [10] - **Related Information**: An aluminum plant in Xinjiang purchased 10,000 tons of alumina on October 13. As of last Friday, the national alumina production capacity was 114.62 million tons, with 98.55 million tons in operation. In September, the actual production of alumina was 8.06 million tons, the net export was about 80,000 tons, and the demand was 7.552 million tons [11][12] - **Logic Analysis**: Affected by market sentiment, alumina prices fell. Although the static surplus has been absorbed, the surplus trend remains. The price is expected to be weak and volatile [14] - **Trading Strategy**: Single - side trading shows a weak and volatile trend. Keep arbitrage and options on hold [15][16] Aluminum - **Market Review**: On October 13, the Shanghai Aluminum 2511 contract decreased by 205 yuan to 20,885 yuan/ton. Spot prices in various regions declined [17] - **Related Information**: Trump's tariff policy was upgraded. In September, the national electrolytic aluminum weighted average full - cost was 15,977 yuan/ton, and the theoretical profit was 4,798 yuan/ton. On October 13, the national aluminum ingot spot inventory was 642,000 tons, an increase of 80,000 tons [17] - **Trading Logic**: The tariff policy upgrade led to a decline in aluminum prices, but the medium - term upward trend remains. The market may have large - amplitude fluctuations [20] - **Trading Strategy**: Be on the sidelines in the short - term for single - side trading, and the medium - term trend is upward. Keep arbitrage and options on hold [21][22][23] Casting Aluminum Alloy - **Market Review**: On October 13, the Casting Aluminum Alloy 2511 contract decreased by 225 yuan to 20,335 yuan/ton. Spot prices in various regions declined [25] - **Related Information**: Trump's tariff policy was upgraded. On October 13, the social inventory of recycled aluminum alloy ingots in Foshan, Ningbo, and Wuxi decreased by 703 tons, and the casting aluminum alloy warehouse receipts increased by 2,503 tons [25][26] - **Trading Logic**: The tariff policy upgrade led to a decline in prices. Before the implementation of tariffs is clear, the negative impact of macro - sentiment on aluminum products is significant. The price will be weak, and scrap aluminum prices may support the spot price [27] - **Trading Strategy**: Pay attention to tariff policy developments for single - side trading. Keep arbitrage and options on hold [28][29][31] Zinc - **Market Review**: On October 13, Shanghai Zinc 2511 dropped 0.58% to 22,255 yuan/ton, and the Shanghai Zinc Index reduced positions by 2,771 lots to 212,600 lots. The spot market trading was light [32] - **Related Information**: As of October 13, the national zinc ingot inventory was 163,100 tons, an increase of 21,700 tons from September 29 [33] - **Logic Analysis**: In October, domestic zinc smelters increased production, and consumption did not improve significantly. The domestic price was under pressure, while the LME price was strong. The pattern of strong overseas and weak domestic may continue [34] - **Trading Strategy**: Close profitable short positions and wait for the export window to open to short again. Keep arbitrage on hold and close out the sold out - of - the - money call options [35][37] Lead - **Market Review**: On October 13, Shanghai Lead 2511 dropped 0.18% to 17,095 yuan/ton, and the Shanghai Lead Index increased positions by 5,004 lots to 82,700 lots. Part of the downstream replenished inventory, and the spot market had different purchasing attitudes [36] - **Related Information**: As of October 13, the national lead ingot social inventory was 36,000 tons, a decrease of 6,100 tons from September 29. The electric bicycle trade - in policy in Changsha and Shaoyang will be suspended on October 20 [39] - **Logic Analysis**: From September to mid - October, domestic lead production was relatively low. The inventory decreased during the National Day. The supply is weaker than demand currently, but the supply may increase in the second half of October, and the price may fall after rising [40] - **Trading Strategy**: The price may rise in the short - term but fall after rising. Keep arbitrage on hold and sell out - of - the - money call options [41] Nickel - **Market Review**: On October 13, the main contract of Shanghai Nickel NI2511 decreased by 2,080 yuan to 121,410 yuan/ton, and the index increased positions by 1,785 lots. Spot premiums changed [43] - **Related Information**: The Shanghai Futures Exchange adjusted the trading margin and daily price limit for nickel futures on October 14. Some Indonesian mining companies resumed production. Goldman Sachs predicted that nickel prices would drop by 6% by December 2026 [44][46] - **Logic Analysis**: Due to the lack of profit - taking and Trump's remarks, the decline was relatively mild. The "de - globalization" trend and the surplus pattern will lead to increased volatility and a lower center of oscillation [46] - **Trading Strategy**: Short a small amount of the main contract. Keep arbitrage and options on hold [47][48][49] Stainless Steel - **Market Review**: On October 13, the main contract of stainless steel SS2512 decreased by 205 yuan to 12,655 yuan/ton, and the index increased positions by 28,538 lots. The spot price range was given [51] - **Important Information**: Indonesia won the stainless - steel anti - dumping lawsuit against the EU, which is expected to boost exports. The national stainless - steel social inventory increased during the holiday [51][53] - **Logic Analysis**: The escalation of the Sino - US trade war affected external demand, and the inventory increased. The price was under pressure, and the market was waiting to see the inventory digestion this week [53] - **Trading Strategy**: The price will weaken. Keep arbitrage on hold [54][55] Tin - **Market Review**: On October 13, the main contract of Shanghai Tin 2511 closed at 282,110 yuan/ton, down 2.19%. The spot price dropped, and the trading was mainly for rigid demand [57] - **Related Information**: The US postponed the release of CPI data. As of October 10, the national tin ingot inventory decreased by 568 tons compared with September 26 [58][59] - **Logic Analysis**: Trump's tariff remarks led to a price drop. The supply of tin ore is still tight, and the demand is slowly recovering. Pay attention to Myanmar's resumption of production and electronic consumption recovery [60] - **Trading Strategy**: The price will oscillate at a high level in the short - term. Keep options on hold [61][62] Industrial Silicon - **Important Information**: The US cancelled a solar project and planned to impose tariffs on Chinese goods. The production capacity in Xinjiang decreased, and the production capacity in the east increased. The southwest may reduce production in November [63][64] - **Logic Analysis**: The production decreased in Xinjiang and increased in the east. The southwest will reduce production in November. The demand is strong in the short - term, and the price may oscillate in the medium - term and be strong in the short - term [64] - **Strategy Suggestion**: Hold long positions. There is no arbitrage and option strategy currently [67][68] Polysilicon - **Important Information**: The US cancelled a solar project and planned to impose tariffs on Chinese goods. The production increased in October, and the silicon wafer production decreased [70][71] - **Logic Analysis**: The supply increased and the demand decreased in October. The concentrated cancellation of warehouse receipts in November is the core driver of the price callback. The rumored state - purchase may limit the callback space [71] - **Strategy Suggestion**: Try to go long near the low point of the PS2512 contract in August. Hold the reverse arbitrage of 2511 and 2512 contracts. Buy both out - of - the - money call and put options [72] Lithium Carbonate - **Market Review**: On October 13, the Lithium Carbonate 2511 contract decreased by 780 yuan to 72,500 yuan/ton, and the index increased positions by 1,306 lots. The spot price dropped [74] - **Important Information**: A lithium project in Jiangxi had major changes. In September, the sales of new - energy vehicles and the production of ternary materials increased [76] - **Logic Analysis**: The supply growth rate is lower than the demand in October, and the inventory is expected to continue to decrease, supporting the price. Consider closing short positions and going long if the price falls below 70,000 yuan [76] - **Trading Strategy**: Short on rebounds and close short positions if the price falls below 70,000 yuan. Keep arbitrage and options on hold [77][78][79]