Group 1 - The "Shanxi - Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Industry Capital Cooperation Matching Event" was held in Taiyuan, focusing on the deep integration of financial capital from the Greater Bay Area with Shanxi's industrial chains and clusters [1][3] - Shanxi government officials emphasized the importance of the Greater Bay Area as a highly open and economically vibrant region, aiming to inject more capital into Shanxi's high-quality transformation and development [2][3] - Shanxi is positioning itself as a significant energy raw material base in China, providing a promising investment opportunity for capital from the Greater Bay Area [2][5] Group 2 - The event featured presentations from various Shanxi companies, including Shanxi Meijin Hydrogen Energy Technology Co., Ltd. and Shanxi Guoke Semiconductor Optoelectronics Co., Ltd., showcasing their innovative capabilities in sectors like hydrogen energy and biotechnology [5][6] - The participation of Greater Bay Area guests is expected to create greater opportunities for high-quality development for Shanxi enterprises, enhancing efficiency through direct access to quality financial resources [6] - The event was organized by multiple Shanxi government departments, with the theme "Financial Empowerment, Win-Win Future," aimed at attracting international financial capital to support Shanxi's industrial development [6]

（文章来源：每日经济新闻） 宝丰能源（SH 600989，收盘价：16.24元）8月21日晚间发布半年度业绩报告称，2025年上半年营业收 入约228.2亿元，同比增加35.05%；归属于上市公司股东的净利润约57.18亿元，同比增加73.02%；基本 每股收益0.78元，同比增加73.33%。 ...

Group 1 - The company reported a revenue of 22.82 billion yuan for the first half of 2025, representing a year-on-year increase of 35.05% [1] - The net profit attributable to shareholders of the listed company reached 5.718 billion yuan, showing a year-on-year growth of 73.02% [1] - The net profit attributable to shareholders after deducting non-recurring gains and losses was 5.579 billion yuan, which is a year-on-year increase of 58.67% [1] - The basic earnings per share were 0.78 yuan [1] - The company proposed a cash dividend of 0.28 yuan per share [1]

Report Summary 1. Industry Investment Ratings No industry investment ratings are provided in the report. 2. Core Views - The report presents the market trends and outlooks for various commodities, including precious metals, base metals, energy products, agricultural products, and chemical products. Each commodity's trend is described as high - level shock, small decline, range shock, etc., based on their respective fundamentals and market news [2][4]. 3. Summary by Commodity Precious Metals - **Gold**: Expected to experience high - level shock. Yesterday, the closing price of Shanghai Gold 2510 was 772.68, with a daily decline of 0.31%. Comex Gold 2510 rose by 0.99% to 3392.20. The trend strength is 1 [2][5][6]. - **Silver**: Forecasted to have a small decline. The closing price of Shanghai Silver 2510 was 9042, down 1.57%. The trend strength is - 1 [2][5][6]. Base Metals - **Copper**: Lacks a clear driving force, and the price will fluctuate. The closing price of Shanghai Copper's main contract was 78,630, down 0.30%. The trend strength is 0 [2][12]. - **Zinc**: Will trade in a range. The closing price of Shanghai Zinc's main contract was 22,265, up 0.27%. The trend strength is 0 [2][15]. - **Lead**: Inventory reduction supports the price. The closing price of Shanghai Lead's main contract was 16,725, down 0.59%. The trend strength is 0 [2][18]. - **Tin**: Will trade in a range. The closing price of Shanghai Tin's main contract was 267,840, down 0.09%. The trend strength is - 1 [2][21]. - **Aluminum**: Expected to experience high - level shock. The closing price of Shanghai Aluminum's main contract was 20,535, down 10. The trend strength is 0 [2][26]. - **Nickel**: The fundamentals will cause narrow - range fluctuations, and beware of news - based risks. The closing price of Shanghai Nickel's main contract was 119,930, down 400. The trend strength is 0 [2][28]. - **Stainless Steel**: The steel price will fluctuate due to the game between macro - expectations and reality. The closing price of the stainless - steel main contract was 12,820, down 65. The trend strength is 0 [2][28]. Energy and Chemical Products - **Carbonate Lithium**: The game between reality and expectations intensifies, and the market volatility will increase. The closing price of the 2509 contract was 81,040, down 6,540. The trend strength is 0 [2][34]. - **Industrial Silicon**: Market sentiment is boosted. The Si2511 closing price was 8,390, down 235. The trend strength is 1 [2][37]. - **Polysilicon**: Quotes are rising, and sentiment continues to be boosted. The PS2511 closing price was 51,875, down 385. The trend strength is 1 [2][38]. - **Iron Ore**: Macro - risk appetite has not significantly reversed, and support remains. The trend strength is 1 [2][41]. - **Rebar and Hot - Rolled Coil**: Both will experience wide - range fluctuations. The closing price of RB2510 was 3,132, down 12; HC2510 was 3,402, down 21. The trend strength for both is 0 [2][43][44]. - **Silicon Ferroalloy and Manganese Ferroalloy**: Market sentiment is cold, and both will experience weak - side fluctuations. The closing price of Silicon Ferroalloy 2511 was 5622, down 56; Manganese Ferroalloy 2511 was 5818, down 80. The trend strength for both is - 1 [2][47]. - **Coke and Coking Coal**: Both will experience wide - range fluctuations. The closing price of JM2601 was 1162.5, down 32; J2601 was 1678, down 30.5. The trend strength for both is 0 [2][50]. - **Log**: The price will fluctuate repeatedly. The closing price of the 2509 contract was 805.5, down 0.6%. The trend strength is 0 [2][53]. - **Para - Xylene**: Crude oil rebounds, demand improves, and it is unilaterally strong. The closing price of the PX main contract was 6844, up 1.03%. - **PTA**: Cost provides support, and it is strong in the short - term. The closing price of the PTA main contract was 4778, up 0.93%. - **MEG**: There is an expectation of overseas supply contraction, and it is strong in the short - term. The closing price of the MEG main contract was 4477, up 1.20% [2][57]. Agricultural Products - **Palm Oil**: Fundamentals provide strong support, and go long on macro - pullbacks. - **Soybean Oil**: Driven by US soybeans is insufficient, and it will experience high - level shock consolidation. - **Soybean Meal**: Overnight US soybeans rose slightly, rapeseed meal was weak, and Dalian soybean meal may fluctuate. - **Soybean No.1**: Will experience weak - side fluctuations. - **Corn**: Will operate weakly. - **Sugar**: Will be strong with fluctuations. - **Cotton**: Pay attention to the listing situation of new cotton. - **Egg**: Pay attention to the culling rhythm of old hens. - **Live Pig**: Wait for the end - of - month spot verification. - **Peanut**: Near - term contracts are strong, and far - term contracts are weak [2][4].

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Report's Core View - The report presents a comprehensive overview of macro - economic data, commodity investment trends, financial news, and stock market conditions. It shows a complex economic situation with various factors influencing different markets, such as central bank policies, geopolitical events, and supply - demand dynamics [1][2][11]. 3. Summary by Related Catalogs Macro Data - GDP in Q2 2025 had a year - on - year growth of 5.2%, slightly lower than the previous quarter's 5.4% but higher than the same period last year (4.7%). The manufacturing PMI in July 2025 was 49.3%, down from 49.7% in the previous month and 49.4% in the same period last year. The non - manufacturing PMI for business activities in July was 50.1%, lower than the previous month (50.5%) and similar to the same period last year (50.2%) [1]. - In July 2025, M1 had a year - on - year growth of 5.6%, up from 4.6% in the previous month and a significant improvement from - 2.6% in the same period last year. M2 grew by 8.8% year - on - year, higher than the previous month (8.3%) and the same period last year (6.3%) [1]. - The CPI in July 2025 had a year - on - year growth of 0%, down from 0.1% in the previous month and 0.5% in the same period last year. The PPI in July was - 3.6% year - on - year, the same as the previous month but lower than - 0.8% in the same period last year [1]. Commodity Investment Comprehensive - China's new LPR remained unchanged for three consecutive months, with the 1 - year LPR at 3.0% and the 5 - year and above at 3.5%. The stability is due to the unchanged 7 - day reverse repurchase rate, the pricing basis for LPR [2]. - The Fed's July meeting minutes showed that almost all policymakers supported not cutting interest rates, with only two opposing. There were differences among officials regarding inflation, employment risks, and the impact of tariffs on inflation [3]. Metals - On August 20, international precious metal futures generally rose. Policy differences within the Fed and uncertainties in the inflation outlook brought volatility to the precious metal market. The SPDR Gold Trust's (GLD) holdings decreased by 0.42% (4.01 tons) to 958.20 tons as of August 20 [4][5]. - On August 19, tin inventory increased by 85 tons to 1715 tons, zinc inventory decreased to a new low in over 1 year and 9 months (71250 tons), copper inventory reached a new high in over 2 months (156350 tons), and lead inventory decreased by 1850 tons [5]. Coal, Coke, Steel, and Minerals - In Shandong, coke prices were planned to increase on August 19. The resumption of production of Yichun Yinli led to a sharp drop in lithium carbonate futures. The US expanded the tariff list for steel and aluminum derivatives, which may have a greater impact on China's indirect exports [6]. - India's coal production in July decreased by 12.3% year - on - year, natural gas production decreased by 3.2%, and steel production increased by 12.8% [6]. Energy and Chemicals - On August 20, the main contract of US crude oil rose. The significant decline in US crude oil inventory and the expected recovery of Asian demand supported oil prices. The market's concern about the increase in Russian oil supply eased [8]. Agricultural Products - India exempted cotton import tariffs from August 19 to September 30. US exporters sold 228606 tons of soybeans to Mexico for delivery in the 2025/2026 season. Datagro estimated Brazil's 2024/25 soybean production at 1.691 billion tons and corn production at 1.269 billion tons [9]. Financial News Open Market - On August 20, the central bank conducted 616 billion yuan of 7 - day reverse repurchase operations, with a net injection of 49.75 billion yuan after 118.5 billion yuan of reverse repurchases matured [10]. Key News - China's new LPR remained unchanged for three months. It is expected that the central bank may implement a new round of interest rate and reserve requirement ratio cuts in early Q4, which may drive down LPR [11]. - The US Treasury Secretary was satisfied with the current tariff level on China. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs hoped that the US would work with China to achieve positive results in economic and trade consultations [11]. Bond Market - The stock market's rebound in the afternoon suppressed the bond market. Yields of major interest - rate bonds in the inter - bank market generally rose by 1 - 2bp, and most Treasury bond futures closed down. The central bank's increased reverse repurchase operations eased the liquidity tightness [16]. Foreign Exchange Market - The on - shore RMB closed at 7.1793 against the US dollar at 16:30, and the central parity rate was 7.1384. The US dollar index fell 0.03% to 98.25 in New York trading [21]. Research Report Highlights - Guosheng Fixed Income believed that the "anti - involution" market could still be expected. It suggested investors pay attention to certain convertible bonds such as Wanfu Convertible Bond and Tong 22 Convertible Bond [22][23]. - CITIC Securities recommended the credit sector with "defensive" attributes, especially AA - and above rated city and rural commercial bank perpetual and subordinated bonds [23]. Stock Market - On Wednesday, the A - share market rebounded strongly, with the Shanghai Composite Index rising 1.04% to 3766.21 points and the Shenzhen Component Index rising 0.89%. The semiconductor industry chain led the rise, while some concepts such as stock trading software and brain - computer interface adjusted [26]. - The Hong Kong Hang Seng Index rose 0.17% to 25165.94 points. The securities sector has performed well since August, with the industry index rising over 7% and 8 stocks rising over 10% [26]. - As the A - share semi - annual report disclosure entered the intensive period, over 140 companies announced semi - annual dividend plans, with a total planned dividend amount exceeding 100 billion yuan [27].

1. Report Industry Investment Ratings No investment ratings were provided in the report. 2. Core Views of the Report - The overall market shows a complex situation with different trends in various sectors. In the short - term, some markets may experience increased volatility, but the long - term direction depends on factors such as policy support, supply - demand balance, and cost changes [3][6]. - The "anti - involution" policy has an impact on the market, causing price fluctuations in related commodities, and the market is expected to gradually return to the fundamentals after the emotional impact fades [31]. - Different commodities have different supply - demand situations, and investors should make decisions based on specific market conditions and risk tolerance [31]. 3. Summaries by Related Catalogs Macro - Financial Index Futures - The government has issued policies on local government project implementation and merger - acquisition loans. Some companies have new developments, and there are expectations of stock selling by Buffett [2]. - The basis ratios of different term contracts of IF, IC, IM, and IH are given. The market may experience increased short - term volatility after continuous rises, but the general idea is to go long on dips [3]. Treasury Bonds - The prices of TL, T, TF, and TS main contracts decreased on Wednesday. The Ministry of Finance will issue RMB treasury bonds in Hong Kong, and there is a policy on tax exemption for childcare subsidies [4]. - The central bank conducted a large - scale reverse repurchase operation, resulting in a net investment of 4975 billion yuan. The economic data in the first half of the year showed resilience, but the PMI data in July was lower than expected. The interest rate is expected to decline in the long - term, and the bond market may return to a wide - range shock pattern in the short - term [4][5][6]. Precious Metals - The prices of domestic and foreign gold and silver rose. Trump's team pressured the Fed's independence, which led to a rebound in precious metal prices. The speech of Fed Chairman Powell at the Jackson Hole central bank annual meeting will significantly affect the prices of precious metals. It is recommended to wait for Powell's speech, and if it is dovish, consider going long on silver [7][8]. Non - ferrous Metals Copper - The export volume in July was high, and the apparent consumption was weaker than expected. The LME inventory increased, and the copper price fluctuated slightly higher. The domestic copper spot import was profitable, and the scrap copper substitution advantage decreased slightly. The copper price may consolidate and wait for Powell's speech for further guidance [10]. Aluminum - The domestic black - series commodities first declined and then rebounded. The aluminum ingot inventory decreased, and the aluminum price recovered after a decline. The external market was under some pressure, but the domestic aluminum price still had support due to low inventory and strong export data, and it may turn to a shock pattern in the short - term [12]. Zinc - The zinc price increased slightly. The zinc ore inventory decreased marginally, but the zinc concentrate TC was still rising. The domestic social inventory of zinc ingots was increasing, and the LME market's structural disturbance was receding. The zinc price still had a large downward risk [13]. Lead - The lead price decreased. The lead ore inventory was tight, and the processing fee was declining. The supply and demand of the lead industry were both weak, and the lead price was expected to run weakly [14]. Nickel - The nickel price fluctuated. The nickel ore price was stable, the nickel iron price had limited upward momentum, and the MHP supply was short. The downstream stainless - steel demand improvement was limited, but the nickel price had support in the long - term. It is recommended to go long on dips [15][16]. Tin - The tin price fluctuated narrowly. The supply was short - term tight, and the demand was weak in the off - season. The tin price was expected to fluctuate as the Myanmar复产 continued [17]. Carbonate Lithium - The price of carbonate lithium decreased significantly. The sentiment of long - looking funds supported by supply disturbances cooled down, and the price support level was expected to rise in the short - term. Attention should be paid to the import of lithium salts and lithium ores [18]. Alumina - The alumina index increased. The supply of domestic and foreign ores was disturbed, and the futures price had limited downward space after a sharp decline. It is recommended to wait and see [19]. Stainless Steel - The stainless - steel price decreased. The decline was mainly affected by low - price selling by some arbitrage institutions. The downstream procurement was cautious, and the price was expected to continue to fluctuate [20]. Casting Aluminum Alloy - The price of the casting aluminum alloy contract decreased slightly. The downstream was in the off - season, and the supply and demand were both weak. The cost had strong support, but the upward resistance was increasing [21]. Black Building Materials Steel - The price of the rebar main contract increased slightly, and the hot - rolled coil price decreased slightly. The export of steel continued to be weakly volatile. The demand for rebar decreased significantly, and the inventory accumulation speed increased. The demand for hot - rolled coils recovered, and the inventory accumulation speed slowed down. If the demand cannot be effectively repaired, the steel price may decline [23][24][25]. Iron Ore - The iron ore price decreased slightly. The overseas iron ore shipment and arrival volume increased. The steel mill's iron production increased, and the port and steel mill inventory increased. The terminal demand was weak, and the iron ore price may be adjusted in the short - term [26][27]. Glass and Soda Ash - The glass price decreased, the inventory increased, and the downstream demand had not improved significantly. The glass price was expected to fluctuate in the short - term and follow the macro - sentiment in the long - term [28]. - The soda - ash price decreased slightly, the inventory increased, and the downstream demand was tepid. The soda - ash price was expected to fluctuate in the short - term and the price center may gradually rise in the long - term, but the upward space was limited [29]. Manganese Silicon and Ferrosilicon - The prices of manganese silicon and ferrosilicon decreased. The "anti - involution" policy had an impact on the market, but the fundamental situation of over - supply of manganese silicon did not change. It is recommended that speculative funds wait and see, and hedging funds can seize hedging opportunities [30][31][32]. Industrial Silicon and Polysilicon - The industrial silicon price decreased. The over - capacity, high inventory, and insufficient demand problems remained. The production in the southwest region increased rapidly, and the price was expected to fluctuate weakly [33][34]. - The polysilicon price decreased slightly. The production increased, the inventory removal was limited, and the price was expected to fluctuate widely [35][36]. Energy and Chemicals Rubber - The prices of NR and RU decreased and then recovered. The long - and short - sides have different views. The tire enterprise's operating rate showed different trends, and the natural rubber inventory decreased. The rubber price was expected to fluctuate weakly, and it is recommended to wait and see [38][39][42]. Crude Oil - The prices of WTI and Brent crude oil increased, and the INE crude oil price decreased. The U.S. crude oil commercial inventory decreased, and the SPR increased. The current oil price was undervalued, and it was a good opportunity for left - hand side layout [43]. Methanol - The methanol price increased. The coal price increased, and the supply pressure was large. The demand was weak in the short - term but may improve in the peak season. It is recommended to wait and see [44]. Urea - The urea price decreased. The domestic supply was loose, and the demand was average. The enterprise profit was low, and the price fluctuation was narrowing. It is recommended to pay attention to long - position opportunities on dips [45]. Styrene - The styrene price increased. The macro - sentiment was good, the cost had support, the port inventory decreased, and the demand improved. The styrene price was expected to follow the cost and fluctuate upward [46]. PVC - The PVC price increased. The cost was stable, the supply was strong, the demand was weak, and the valuation pressure was large. It is recommended to wait and see [48]. Glycol - The glycol price increased. The supply decreased slightly, the downstream demand recovered slightly, and the port inventory decreased. The valuation was relatively high, and the fundamental situation may turn weak [49]. PTA - The PTA price increased. The supply was expected to accumulate inventory, the demand improved slightly, and the processing fee had limited space. It is recommended to pay attention to long - position opportunities following PX on dips [50][51]. p - Xylene - The p - xylene price increased. The load increased, the downstream PTA had more short - term maintenance, and the inventory was expected to decrease. The valuation was neutral, and it is recommended to pay attention to long - position opportunities following crude oil on dips [52]. Polyethylene (PE) - The PE price increased. The market expected favorable policies, the cost had support, the inventory was high, and the demand was weak. The price was expected to be determined by the game between the cost and supply in the short - term [53]. Polypropylene (PP) - The PP price increased. The production profit rebounded, the supply may increase, the demand was weak in the off - season, and the price was expected to follow the crude - oil price and fluctuate upward [54]. Agricultural Products Live Pigs - The domestic pig price generally increased. The market was expected to have a supply - demand game in the third - quarter end. The short - term strategy is to buy at low prices, the medium - term is to pay attention to the upper pressure, and the long - term is to use the reverse - spread strategy [56]. Eggs - The egg price was mostly stable and partly decreased. The supply was large, the demand was weak, and the price was expected to be mostly down and partly stable. The short - term disk may fluctuate, and the medium - term is to pay attention to short - position opportunities after the rebound [57]. Soybean and Rapeseed Meal - The U.S. soybean price fluctuated slightly higher. The domestic soybean meal price followed the external cost and fluctuated. The soybean import cost was stable and slightly increased, and the domestic supply was seasonally excessive. It is recommended to go long on dips in the cost - range low position [58][59]. Oils and Fats - The domestic three major oils fluctuated. The demand and low inventory in Southeast Asia provided support. The palm oil price was expected to be above 4300 ringgit per ton in the short - term. The overall oil price was expected to fluctuate strongly, but the upward space was limited [60][61][62]. Sugar - The Zhengzhou sugar futures price fluctuated. The international sugar production may increase, and the domestic import supply will increase. The Zhengzhou sugar price may continue to decline [63]. Cotton - The Zhengzhou cotton futures price decreased slightly. The USDA report was favorable, and the suspension of tariffs was positive for the domestic cotton price. However, the downstream consumption was average, and the cotton price was expected to fluctuate at a high level in the short - term [64][65].

1. Report Industry Investment Ratings No investment ratings for the industries are provided in the report. 2. Core Views of the Report - The A - share market is in high - level oscillation with sector rotation. Futures of various commodities show different trends based on their respective fundamentals, including supply, demand, and macro - economic factors [2][4]. - The bond market is affected by factors such as reverse repurchase operations and stock market trends. It is expected to have limited adjustment and requires certain factors to stabilize [6]. - Precious metals are under pressure due to the strengthening of the US dollar and are waiting for the Fed Chairman's statement at the central bank meeting [7]. - The shipping index shows different trends in different routes, and the container shipping futures are expected to be weakly volatile [11]. - The prices of non - ferrous metals are affected by factors such as macro - economic environment, supply - demand relationship, and inventory. Most of them are expected to be in a range - bound state [13]. - The prices of black metals are influenced by cost, supply, demand, and inventory. Short - term trends vary, and some suggest short - term short - selling operations [41]. - Agricultural products have different outlooks. Meal products have long - term bullish expectations, while the trends of pigs, corn, etc. are affected by supply, demand, and seasonal factors [56]. 3. Summary by Catalog Financial Derivatives Financial Futures - **Stock Index Futures**: The A - share market had a high - level oscillation on Tuesday. The main stock indexes rose in the morning and fell back in the late trading. The four major stock index futures contracts also declined. The market is affected by domestic and overseas news and capital flows. It is expected to enter a high - level oscillation and wait for the decision of the policy direction. It is recommended to buy put options to protect long positions or partially take profits [2][3][4]. - **Treasury Bond Futures**: Treasury bond futures closed up across the board. The yields of most major interest - rate bonds in the inter - bank market declined. The market is affected by reverse repurchase operations and stock market trends. It is expected to be limited in adjustment. It is recommended to wait and see in the short term [5][6]. Precious Metals - Gold and silver prices declined due to the strengthening of the US dollar. The market is waiting for the Fed Chairman's statement at the Jackson Hole Global Central Bank Annual Meeting. Gold is recommended to build a bull spread strategy through call options at low prices after the price correction, and silver is recommended to maintain a low - buying idea [7][9][10]. Container Shipping Futures on European Routes - The spot prices of container shipping are in a downward phase, and the futures are expected to be weakly volatile. It is recommended to hold short positions in the 10 - contract [11][12]. Commodity Futures Non - Ferrous Metals - **Copper**: The copper market has weak driving forces and shows narrow - range oscillation. The price is affected by the "stagflation - like" environment and inflation expectations. It is expected to be range - bound in the short term, with the main contract referring to 78000 - 79500 [13][17]. - **Alumina**: The alumina market is under pressure due to the continuous increase of warehouse receipts. The supply is expected to increase in the medium term, and it is recommended to short at high prices [17][18][19]. - **Aluminum**: The aluminum price is expected to be range - bound in the short term. The supply is stable with a slight increase, while the demand is in the off - season, and the terminal consumption recovery is weak. The main contract refers to 20000 - 21000 [19][20][21]. - **Aluminum Alloy**: The aluminum alloy market is in a state of weak supply and demand. The price is expected to be range - bound, and the aluminum alloy - aluminum price difference is expected to converge. It is recommended to refer to the 19600 - 20400 range and consider arbitrage operations [22][24]. - **Zinc**: The zinc price is oscillating weakly. The supply is expected to be loose, and the demand is in the off - season. It is expected to be range - bound, with the main contract referring to 22000 - 23000 [24][27]. - **Tin**: The tin price is oscillating with limited short - term driving forces. It is recommended to wait and see, and the follow - up depends on the recovery of tin mines in Myanmar [28][30]. - **Nickel**: The nickel price is in a narrow - range oscillation, and the fundamentals change little. It is expected to be range - bound, with the main contract referring to 118000 - 126000 [30][32][33]. - **Stainless Steel**: The stainless - steel price is oscillating weakly. The cost provides support, but the demand is still a drag. It is expected to be range - bound, with the main contract referring to 12800 - 13500 [33][36]. - **Lithium Carbonate**: The lithium carbonate price is expected to be in a strong - range wide - amplitude oscillation. The fundamentals are marginally improved, and it is recommended to wait and see cautiously and try to go long lightly at low prices [37][40]. Black Metals - **Steel**: The steel price has broken through the support level. It is recommended to try short - selling in the 3380 - 3400 range of the October contract [41][44]. - **Iron Ore**: The iron - ore price follows the steel price. It is recommended to short at high prices due to factors such as supply, demand, and inventory [45][48]. - **Coking Coal**: The coking - coal futures have peaked and declined. It is recommended to short at high prices and conduct reverse arbitrage for the 9 - 1 spread [49][52]. - **Coke**: The coke futures are oscillating downwards. It is recommended to short the 2601 contract at high prices and conduct positive arbitrage for the 9 - 1 spread [53][55]. Agricultural Products - **Meal Products**: The meal products have strong cost support, and the long - term bullish expectation remains unchanged. It is recommended to go long at low prices [56][58]. - **Pigs**: The pig spot price is oscillating at a low level. It is recommended to wait and see due to factors such as supply, demand, and market sentiment [59][60]. - **Corn**: The corn price is oscillating weakly due to supply pressure. It is recommended to pay attention to the growth of new - season corn [61][62].

1. Macroeconomic Data Overview - GDP growth in Q2 2025 was 5.2% year-on-year, slightly lower than the previous quarter's 5.4% but higher than the same period last year's 4.7% [1] - The manufacturing PMI in July 2025 was 49.3%, down from 49.7% in the previous month and slightly lower than the same period last year [1] - The non-manufacturing PMI business activity index in July 2025 was 50.1%, slightly down from 50.5% in the previous month but similar to the same period last year [1] - Social financing scale increment in July 2025 was not provided, with the previous month at 1132 billion yuan and the same period last year at 770.7 billion yuan [1] - The year-on-year growth rates of M0, M1, and M2 in July 2025 were 11.8%, 5.6%, and 8.8% respectively. M1 and M2 growth rates increased compared to the previous month and the same period last year [1] - Financial institution RMB loans had a net decrease of 5 billion yuan in July 2025, compared to an increase of 224 billion yuan in the previous month and 26 billion yuan in the same period last year [1] - CPI in July 2025 was flat year-on-year, down from 0.1% in the previous month and 0.5% in the same period last year [1] - PPI in July 2025 was -3.6% year-on-year, the same as the previous month but lower than -0.8% in the same period last year [1] - Fixed asset investment (excluding rural households) cumulative growth rate in July 2025 was 1.6% year-on-year, down from 2.8% in the previous month and 3.6% in the same period last year [1] - The cumulative growth rate of total retail sales of consumer goods in July 2025 was 4.8% year-on-year, slightly down from 5.0% in the previous month but higher than 3.5% in the same period last year [1] - Export and import values in July 2025 increased by 7.2% and 4.1% year-on-year respectively, both higher than the previous month [1] 2. Commodity Investment Reference Comprehensive - From January to July 2025, stamp duty was 255.9 billion yuan, a 20.7% year-on-year increase. Securities trading stamp duty was 93.6 billion yuan, a 62.5% increase. In July alone, it was 15.1 billion yuan, a 125% increase from July 2024 [2] - Zhengzhou Commodity Exchange is promoting the research and development of innovative products like the BPI index futures and the opening up of polyester sector products [2] - Futures prices of many products such as cotton and urea have become important references for national macro - policy making. Many enterprises in different industries use the futures market to manage risks [2] - China's futures market has improved its internationalization level. As of July 2025, there were 24 specific open - ended futures varieties, and some futures companies have achieved 100% foreign ownership [3] - The London Metal Exchange's Hong Kong delivery warehouse was inaugurated, which is significant for Hong Kong's development as an international financial center and for promoting RMB use in commodity trading [3][4] Metals - The Chinese Foreign Ministry was unaware of reports about lifting rare - earth export controls to India [5] - Gold has had low volatility since June 2025. Global gold ETFs added 397 tons in the first half of the year. Gold prices may be supported by an over 80% probability of a September interest - rate cut [5] - The world's largest silver ETF reduced its holdings by 16.95 tons [5] - The US added 407 product categories to the steel and aluminum tariff list with a 50% tax rate [5] - UBS expects global gold demand to reach a new high since 2011 and forecasts gold prices to reach $3600 by the end of March 2026 and $3700 by the end of June and September 2026 [6] - On August 18, lead inventory reached a new high in over a month, while zinc, tin, nickel, copper, and aluminum inventories decreased [6] Coal, Coke, Steel, and Minerals - Shandong plans to raise coke prices, with different increases for different types of coke starting from August 19 [8] - Mexico proposes to restore the North American Steel Committee to improve trade relations with the US and reduce Asian steel imports [8] Energy and Chemicals - On August 19, US crude oil futures fell 1.12%. The decline was affected by the expected US - Russia - Ukraine talks, weak demand from India, and increasing supply pressure [9] - Six government departments held a photovoltaic industry symposium to regulate the industry's competition order [9] - US API crude oil inventory decreased by 24.17 million barrels in the week ending August 15 [9][10] - India's imports of Russian crude oil decreased in July, and state - owned refineries will seek alternative sources in August and September [10] Agricultural Products - The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs emphasized efforts to ensure a good autumn harvest, regulate the agricultural product market, promote farmers' income, and prevent risks [12] - The Ministry of Agriculture organized a meeting on preventing and controlling major pests and diseases in autumn crops [12] - New York Arabica coffee futures reached a two - month high due to concerns about Brazil's coffee production [12] - US exporters sold 228,606 tons of soybeans to Mexico for delivery in the 2025/2026 season [13] - Corn yields in Nebraska, US, are expected to be lower than in 2024 [14] - Indonesia opened its market to Brazilian beef and offal [14] - India will exempt cotton import tariffs from August 19 to September 30 [14] 3. Financial News Compilation Open Market - On August 19, the central bank conducted 580.3 billion yuan of 7 - day reverse repurchase operations, with a net injection of 465.7 billion yuan after 114.6 billion yuan of reverse repurchases matured [15] Key News - In July 2025, national general public budget revenue increased by 2.6% year - on - year. The cumulative revenue in the first seven months increased by 0.1% year - on - year [16] - Government - funded budget expenditures increased by 31.7% in the first seven months due to the expenditure of 2.89 trillion yuan from special bonds and special treasury bonds [16] - Some provinces' audit reports pointed out problems in the use and management of special bonds, including data inaccuracies, project delays, and misappropriation [17] - From September 1, three new conditions for withdrawing personal pensions were added [17] - The central bank increased the re - loan quota for supporting agriculture and small businesses by 100 billion yuan to support disaster - affected areas [18] - Guangdong plans to issue 2.5 billion yuan of offshore RMB local government bonds in Macau in late August [19] - The second batch of science and technology innovation bond ETFs is about to be submitted, with 14 fund companies involved [19] - There were uncertainties in the principal and interest payment of some bonds, and some companies faced major events such as being presented with a winding - up petition [19] - International credit rating agencies made ratings and outlook adjustments for some countries and companies [19] Bond Market Summary - Bond prices stabilized due to the stock market decline and the central bank's reverse repurchase operations. Most yields of major inter - bank interest - rate bonds decreased, and treasury bond futures rose [20] - In the exchange - traded bond market, some bonds rose while others fell [20] - The CSI Convertible Bond Index rose 0.16%, and the Wind Convertible Bond Equal - Weighted Index rose 0.37% [20][21] - Most money - market interest rates increased on August 19 [21] - Shibor short - term rates mostly increased [21] - The winning yields of some agricultural and national development bank financial bonds were announced, along with their subscription multiples [22] - Most inter - bank and silver - bank repurchase fixed - rate bonds increased [22] - Most European and US bond yields decreased [23] Foreign Exchange Market - The on - shore RMB against the US dollar closed at 7.1820 on August 20, down 28 points from the previous day. The central parity rate was 7.1359, down 37 points [25] - The US dollar index rose 0.12% in New York trading, and most non - US currencies fell [25] Research Report Highlights - Shenwan Fixed Income believes that from May, the bond market has been driven by asset allocation. In August - October, the bond market may face pressure from capital diversion and crowded trading structures [26] - Huatai Fixed Income suggests that the bond market should focus on defense. Insurance funds may start to accept 10 - year treasury bonds at a yield of 1.8%, while trading funds should wait for opportunities [26] - Yangtze River Fixed Income expects that the central bank's mention of preventing capital idling will not lead to a tightening of the capital market. Liquidity will remain reasonably abundant [26] - CITIC Securities reports that the bank wealth - management scale exceeded 32.67 trillion yuan in late July, and it is expected to reach over 33.5 trillion yuan this year [27] - Shenwan Fixed Income expects local bond issuance and net financing to increase significantly in the next period [27][28] - Xingzheng Fixed Income points out that bond ETFs may face redemption and selling pressure during market adjustments. Investors can choose more resilient ETFs and take advantage of price discounts [28] - Yangtze River Fixed Income believes that the central bank may restart open - market treasury bond trading in the fourth quarter when the 10 - year treasury bond yield is in a certain range [28] - CICC Research Report states that the market's pricing of the Fed's interest - rate cut has increased, but the Fed will be cautious due to the risk of "stagflation - like" conditions [29] Today's Bond Market Reminders - On August 20, 142 bonds were listed, 171 bonds were issued, 117 bonds were due for payment, and 112 bonds were due for principal and interest repayment [30][31] 4. Stock Market News - On August 20, the A - share market had a narrow - range shock, with the three major indices falling and the North Exchange 50 hitting a new high. Consumer electronics, CPO, and liquor sectors led the gains [32] - The Hong Kong Hang Seng Index fell 0.21%. Oriental甄选's stock price fluctuated greatly. South - bound funds had a large net purchase [32] - Brokers are competing for customers by offering low commission rates [32] - As of August 18, the margin trading balance exceeded 2.1 trillion yuan, reaching a 10 - year high [33] - Foreign institutions are increasing their positions in Chinese stocks. Many foreign institutions are optimistic about the Chinese stock market [34] - As of August 19, social security funds appeared in the top ten tradable shareholders of 89 stocks, with 20 new heavy - position stocks [34] - As of August 19, 666 A - share companies released their semi - annual reports, and over 60% achieved year - on - year profit growth [34]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating There is no information provided regarding the report's industry investment rating in the given content. 2. Core Views of the Report - The report provides a comprehensive overview of macro - economic data, commodity investment trends, financial news, and stock market developments. It indicates that the government is taking measures to boost the economy, and various markets are influenced by factors such as geopolitical events, policy changes, and supply - demand dynamics. For the bond market, different research institutions have different outlooks, with some expecting a downward trend in interest rates, while others are cautious about short - term fluctuations [1][2][22]. 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs **Macro Data** - GDP growth in Q2 2025 was 5.2% year - on - year, slightly lower than the previous quarter. Manufacturing PMI in July 2025 was 49.3%, down from 49.7% in the previous month. Non - manufacturing PMI for business activities in July was 50.1%, also a decline from the previous month. Social financing scale in July was lower than the previous month and the same period last year. M1 and M2 growth rates increased in July compared to the previous month and the same period last year, while M0 growth decreased slightly. Financial institution RMB loans decreased in July. CPI was flat in July, and PPI remained negative. Fixed - asset investment growth slowed down, while social consumption and export and import growth showed positive trends [1]. **Commodity Investment** **Comprehensive** - The government aims to enhance macro - policy effectiveness, stimulate consumption, expand investment, and stabilize the real estate market. The central bank will boost the development of the movable - property financing market to support small and medium - sized enterprises. New futures and options contracts have been launched by the Shanghai Futures Exchange [2][3]. **Metals** - Geopolitical developments may ease tensions and reduce safe - haven demand. A company agreed to acquire gold and copper assets from BHP for $465 million. Peru's copper production increased by 7.1% in June. Some institutions raised the gold price target. Metal inventories at the London Metal Exchange generally decreased [4][5][6]. **Coal, Coke, Steel, and Minerals** - Some regions in Shandong plan to raise coke prices. The prices of coking coal and coke in the circulation field increased in early August. Glencore applied to include two copper projects worth over $13 billion in Argentina's investment incentive program [7]. **Energy and Chemicals** - Oil prices rose due to geopolitical tensions and supply concerns. Citi expects Russian pipeline gas supply to Europe to potentially resume by the end of 2025, which affects its gas price forecast. Indonesia anticipates an increase in oil and gas production in 2026 [9]. **Agricultural Products** - The price of soybean meal increased in early August. The anti - subsidy investigation on EU dairy products was extended. There are developments in corn, wheat, and ethanol production, and Brazil's competition authority is investigating the "soybean suspension plan" [10]. **Financial News** **Open Market** - The central bank conducted 7 - day reverse repurchase operations, resulting in a net injection of 154.5 billion yuan on August 18. The Ministry of Finance and the central bank carried out treasury cash management operations with a winning bid of 120 billion yuan and an interest rate of 1.78% [12]. **Important News** - The government is committed to economic stability and market confidence. The trading association is investigating the misappropriation of debt - financing funds. There are various government bond operations, and the central bank signed a currency swap agreement with Thailand. There are international political developments and corporate bond - related events [13][14][15]. **Bond Market Review** - Bond yields generally rose, and bond futures prices fell. Different bond - related interest rates showed various trends, and overseas bond yields also had different movements. Some institutions have different outlooks on the bond market [17][18][22]. **Foreign Exchange Market** - The on - shore and offshore RMB showed different trends against the US dollar, and the US dollar index rose, affecting other major currencies [21]. **Research Report Highlights** - Different institutions have different views on the bond market, including expectations of interest - rate decline, focus on structural policies, and suggestions on convertible bond investment [22][23][24]. **Today's Reminders** - Many bonds are scheduled to be listed, issued, and have payments on August 19 [25][26]. **Stock Market News** - The Shanghai Composite Index broke through 3700 points, driven by various types of funds. The number of new accounts at securities brokerages increased, and there is an expected inflow of more funds into the A - share market. The Hong Kong stock market had mixed performance, and the Shenzhen Stock Exchange is researching the feasibility of adding a special voting channel for margin - trading accounts [27][28].

Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. Core Viewpoints of the Report - The Shanghai Composite Index reached a ten - year high, with the market being hot and retail investors accelerating their entry. It is expected to continue the process of bubble - formation in the short term, but pressure will emerge after the sentiment reaches its peak [2][18]. - The conflict between Russia and Ukraine is difficult to resolve in the short term, so the US dollar will remain volatile. Gold prices are under pressure due to the marginal easing of geopolitical risks [11][14]. - The price of thermal coal is expected to weaken seasonally as the weather cools in mid - to late August. The price of copper is likely to continue its high - level oscillation pattern [3]. - The prices of various commodities and financial products are affected by multiple factors such as geopolitical situations, supply - demand relationships, and policy expectations, and their trends are complex and changeable. Summary by Relevant Catalogs 1. Financial News and Reviews 1.1 Macro Strategy (Gold) - Germany's Chancellor Merz said the tri - party meeting exceeded expectations, and Trump and Putin agreed that Putin and Zelensky would meet in two weeks. Gold prices are under pressure due to the marginal easing of geopolitical risks. The market is concerned about Fed Chairman Powell's speech at the Jackson Hole Global Central Bank Symposium. It is recommended to pay attention to the callback risk of short - term gold prices [11]. 1.2 Macro Strategy (Foreign Exchange Futures - US Dollar Index) - Trump and Zelensky hope to reach a consensus through tri - party talks, but the differences between Russia and Ukraine are large, so the short - term conflict is difficult to resolve, and the US dollar will remain volatile [14]. 1.3 Macro Strategy (US Stock Index Futures) - Both Russia and the US support direct negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, but the structural differences between the two sides on territorial issues are difficult to resolve, and the negotiation signal is more significant than the actual impact. It is necessary to pay attention to the callback risk if Powell's speech at the global central bank symposium is hawkish [16]. 1.4 Macro Strategy (Stock Index Futures) - The State Council will take measures to consolidate the stabilization of the real estate market. The Shanghai Composite Index reached a ten - year high, and the market is hot. It is recommended to allocate various stock indices evenly [17][18][19]. 1.5 Macro Strategy (Treasury Bond Futures) - The central bank conducted a 2665 - billion - yuan 7 - day reverse repurchase operation, with a net investment of 1545 billion yuan. The bond market is expected to remain weak in the short term, and it is recommended to take a bearish approach and be cautious when betting on rebounds [20][21][22]. 2. Commodity News and Reviews 2.1 Agricultural Products (Soybean Meal) - The inventory of soybean meal in oil mills increased slightly. Brazil's soybean exports in the first two weeks of August increased year - on - year. The good - rate of US soybeans was the same as the previous week and higher than market expectations. It is recommended to maintain a view of slightly bullish oscillation and pay attention to the Pro Farmer Midwest field inspection [23][24][25]. 2.2 Black Metals (Thermal Coal) - From January to July, national railways transported 11.96 billion tons of coal. The price of thermal coal continued to rise this week but is expected to enter a seasonal decline as the weather cools. The impact of over - production inspections on the operating rate is small, and the operating rate of coal mines decreased slightly [26][27][28]. 2.3 Black Metals (Iron Ore) - Fenix's Beebyn - W11 iron ore completed its first shipment. The price of iron ore is oscillating weakly, and it is expected to be weak in the short term due to factors such as the seasonal accumulation of finished product inventory and the decline of surrounding varieties [29]. 2.4 Black Metals (Rebar/Hot - Rolled Coil) - India imposed safeguard measures on flat steel products, and Vietnam imposed anti - dumping duties on carbon and alloy steel coated coils. China's steel exports increased in July. Steel prices are expected to continue to decline, and it is necessary to pay attention to volatility risks [30][31][33]. 2.5 Agricultural Products (Sugar) - The Philippines obtained a 2026 fiscal - year sugar export quota to the US. South Africa's sugarcane production is expected to increase by more than 7% in 2025. China's sugar imports in July were at a record high for the same period. The price of Zhengzhou sugar is expected to remain oscillating, and it is recommended to wait for opportunities to buy on dips for the January contract [35][36][37]. 2.6 Agricultural Products (Corn Starch) - The theoretical profits of corn starch enterprises in different regions were negative on August 18. The spread between CS09 and C09 weakened again. The supply - demand situation of starch is still weak, and the inventory is accumulating. It is recommended to pay attention to the regional spread between North China and Northeast China [39]. 2.7 Agricultural Products (Corn) - The import volume of major feed grains in China increased in July. Corn futures prices continued to decline after the contract change. It is recommended to hold short positions in the November and January contracts and pay attention to weather conditions. There may be opportunities for 11 - 3 reverse arbitrage [40]. 2.8 Non - ferrous Metals (Alumina) - Some high - energy - consuming industries in the northern region received notices of production restrictions for the military parade. Only one alumina enterprise in Henan reported potential production reduction. The supply - demand of alumina is in an oversupply trend, and the futures price is expected to oscillate weakly. It is recommended to wait and see [41][42][43]. 2.9 Non - ferrous Metals (Lead) - The social inventory of lead ingots decreased. Anhui's environmental protection situation has no new progress, and the supply of refined lead is still under pressure. The import of lead needs continuous attention. The start - up rate of lead - acid battery factories increased, but the peak - season demand may be falsified. It is recommended to wait and see in the short term [45][46][47]. 2.10 Non - ferrous Metals (Zinc) - The [LME0 - 3 zinc] was at a discount on August 15. Penoles' zinc production declined in the second quarter. The external market has high structural risks, and the domestic fundamentals are weakening. It is recommended to wait and see for single - side trading, pay attention to medium - term positive arbitrage opportunities, and maintain a positive arbitrage idea before overseas inventories bottom out [48][49]. 2.11 Non - ferrous Metals (Polysilicon) - Inner Mongolia completed the first settlement of new energy marketization. The spot price of polysilicon changed little, and the inventory increased. The production of polysilicon is expected to increase in August, and the terminal demand is weakening. It is recommended to use a callback - bullish strategy for single - side trading and pay attention to 11 - 12 reverse arbitrage opportunities at a spread of about - 2000 yuan/ton [50][52][54]. 2.12 Non - ferrous Metals (Industrial Silicon) - Hoshine's coal - electricity - silicon integration project phase III had an environmental assessment public notice. The supply of industrial silicon may increase marginally in August, but the demand from polysilicon may also increase, and the inventory may decrease. It is recommended to buy on dips in the short term, with the risk being the resumption of production by large factories [55][56]. 2.13 Non - ferrous Metals (Nickel) - LME nickel inventory decreased on August 18. The macro - environment has cooled slightly, and the supply - demand of nickel is in a double - weak pattern. It is recommended to pay attention to short - term band opportunities and medium - term short - selling opportunities at high prices [57][58]. 2.14 Non - ferrous Metals (Lithium Carbonate) - Sichuan Energy Power's lithium mine is in the production - ramping stage, and Australia's Covalent's lithium hydroxide plant started production. The supply - demand balance of lithium carbonate may turn to inventory reduction in the third quarter, and the price is expected to be strong in the short term. It is recommended to hold long positions and look for opportunities to buy on dips [59][60][61]. 2.15 Non - ferrous Metals (Copper) - Chile's Codelco applied to restart part of the El Teniente copper mine. Speculative funds increased their bullish bets on COMEX copper for the first time in four weeks. The short - term macro - factors support copper prices, but the weight of commodities in multi - asset allocation may be adjusted down. It is recommended to wait and see for single - side trading and pay attention to internal - external reverse arbitrage strategies [63][64][65]. 2.16 Energy Chemicals (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) - The congestion at Indian ports continues, and the congestion at the Panama Canal has eased. The price of LPG arriving in the Far East still has support, while the CP is expected to be weak in the short term [66][67][68]. 2.17 Energy Chemicals (Crude Oil) - The US and Russia support direct negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, and oil prices rose slightly. The market is still waiting and seeing, and oil prices lack directional drivers in the short term. It is recommended to maintain an oscillating view and wait for new drivers [69][70]. 2.18 Energy Chemicals (Asphalt) - The inventory of asphalt refineries increased, while the social inventory decreased. The fundamental improvement of asphalt is limited, and the futures price is expected to be in a dilemma in the short term. It is recommended to wait and see [71][72]. 2.19 Energy Chemicals (Bottle Chips) - The export quotes of bottle - chip factories changed little. The price of bottle - chip futures rose. The industry's production reduction has an effect, and the processing fee has slightly recovered. It is necessary to pay attention to the pressure brought by the resumption of production and new installations from late August to September [73][74][75]. 2.20 Energy Chemicals (Caustic Soda) - The price of caustic soda in Shandong rose on August 18. The supply increased slightly, and the demand was good. The spot price of caustic soda has bottomed out, and the futures price is expected to oscillate [76][77]. 2.21 Energy Chemicals (Pulp) - The import pulp spot market was mainly stable. The futures price of pulp oscillated weakly. The overall sentiment of commodities has cooled, and the pulp market is expected to oscillate in the short term [78][79]. 2.22 Energy Chemicals (PVC) - The price of PVC powder in China decreased. The futures price oscillated after a decline. India's anti - dumping ruling may reduce China's PVC exports, and the short - term futures price is expected to be weak [80]. 2.23 Energy Chemicals (PX) - The price of PX rose. The domestic PX supply is expected to increase marginally, and the profit is compressed. The single - side price of PX mainly follows the oscillation of crude oil. It is recommended to adjust with the cost of oil prices and try to go long lightly on dips [81][82]. 2.24 Energy Chemicals (PTA) - The spot price of PTA rose, and the basis was stable. The demand at the weaving end rebounded slightly, and the polyester load increased marginally. The PTA processing fee may have a small repair space. It is recommended to follow the cost - end oscillation and try to go long lightly on dips [83][84][85]. 2.25 Energy Chemicals (Soda Ash) - The price of soda ash in the Shahe area oscillated and adjusted. The supply of soda ash increased, and the demand was average. The futures price is expected to be volatile, and it is recommended to manage positions well [86]. 2.26 Energy Chemicals (Float Glass) - The price of float glass in the Shahe market changed slightly. The futures price of glass decreased, and the market sentiment was weak. It is recommended to operate cautiously on the single - side and focus on arbitrage operations, such as the strategy of going long on glass and short on soda ash when the spread widens [87]. 2.27 Energy Chemicals (Styrene) - The inventory of styrene in East China ports increased. The supply of pure benzene is expected to decline slightly in the short term, and the supply - demand of styrene will gradually balance in September but may accumulate inventory in the long term. The price of styrene is expected to oscillate, and it is necessary to pay attention to the cost - end changes caused by oil - price fluctuations [88][89]. 2.28 Energy Chemicals (Urea) - India's NFL issued a urea import tender. The urea futures price oscillated under pressure, and the spot price fell significantly. The demand is weak, and the futures price is affected by potential internal and external policy expectations. It is recommended to pay attention to the potential changes in the export end [90]. 2.29 Shipping Index (Container Freight Rate) - The container throughput of Yangshan Port in July reached a record high. The SCFIS (European line) index decreased. The supply pressure in September has improved, but the demand is weakening, and the freight rate will continue to decline. It is recommended to hold short positions in the October contract and pay attention to the empty - voyage situation during the National Day [91][92].