Group 1: Downstream Consumption - Real estate sales show marginal improvement, with transaction area in 30 major cities increasing by 20.3% year-on-year. First-tier, second-tier, and third-tier cities saw increases of 68.8%, 21.7%, and a decrease of 19.9% respectively [2] - Retail sales of passenger cars increased by 1.0% year-on-year during the week of September 8-14, 2025, indicating a slowdown in the price war in the car market [2] - Service consumption shows signs of recovery, with the tourism price index in Hainan rising by 1.3% month-on-month and movie box office revenue increasing by 364.6% month-on-month and 149.0% year-on-year due to the release of new films [2] Group 2: Midstream Manufacturing - Construction demand shows slight improvement, with policies supporting steel growth leading to small price increases in steel and glass, while cement prices have stabilized [3] - Manufacturing sector shows overall improvement in operating rates, particularly in the automotive and chemical industries, with stable hiring intentions among companies [3] Group 3: Upstream Resources - Coal prices have risen by 3.5% month-on-month due to tight supply and pre-holiday stockpiling demands [3] - Industrial metal prices are under pressure due to a hawkish stance from U.S. Federal Reserve officials following a rate cut, combined with weak domestic downstream demand [3] Group 4: Human Flow and Logistics - Long-distance passenger transport demand has slightly improved, with an increase in air transport demand month-on-month [3] - National highway freight truck traffic and railway freight volume increased by 1.9% and 0.2% respectively, indicating a recovery in logistics [3] - Dry bulk shipping prices continue to rise due to increased demand for bulk commodity transport in the Northern Hemisphere's autumn season [3]

Core Viewpoint - The A-share market is experiencing high volatility, with strong performance in large-cap technology growth stocks, but signs of sector differentiation and crowded trading are becoming increasingly evident [1][2]. Market Dynamics - Recent surges in AI, computing power, and semiconductor sectors have led some private equity firms to express concerns about short-term risks in technology stocks, prompting a shift in investment focus towards cyclical, consumer, and high-end manufacturing sectors [1][2]. - The financing balance in the A-share market has been rising, indicating a concentration of leveraged funds in technology stocks, which raises potential short-term risks [1][2]. Trading Conditions - The TMT (Technology, Media, Telecommunications) sector's trading volume has reached approximately 35%, placing it in the 92nd percentile since 2019, while the growth style's trading volume is around 58%, in the 97th percentile since 2019, indicating a crowded trading environment [2]. - Some private equity firms are adjusting their portfolios to balance exposure, with a focus on reducing positions in overvalued technology stocks while increasing allocations to sectors like new energy and consumer goods [4][6]. Investment Strategies - Private equity firms are showing a clear divergence in strategies, with some reducing exposure to high-flying technology stocks and reallocating to sectors with better valuation prospects, while others maintain their focus on growth opportunities [4][6]. - There is a growing interest in sectors related to overseas demand, such as appliances and consumer brands, which are perceived to have strong competitive advantages and profitability [6][7]. Sector Outlook - The technology sector is expected to continue evolving, with opportunities emerging within the domestic supply chain, particularly in AI and related industries, where valuations are relatively lower compared to international counterparts [5][6]. - Consumer and cyclical assets are gaining attention, with expectations of improved performance as overall market confidence rises, and certain cyclical stocks are anticipated to benefit from favorable supply-demand dynamics [7].

9月23日，国家能源局最新数据显示，8月份，全社会用电量10154亿千瓦时，同比增长5.0%，已实现连 续两个月突破万亿千瓦时大关。 从分产业用电看，第一产业用电量164亿千瓦时，同比增长9.7%；第二产业用电量5981亿千瓦时，同比 增长5.0%；第三产业用电量2046亿千瓦时，同比增长7.2%；城乡居民生活用电量1963亿千瓦时，同比 增长2.4%。 中国电力企业联合会统计与数智部副主任蒋德斌向21世纪经济报道记者表示，全国全社会用电量规模的 高企，一方面，与夏季高温天气直接相关；另一方面，在一系列政策拉动下，宏观经济保持回暖态势， 各行业产能持续释放。 用电量连破万亿千瓦时 第二产业用电量持续回升，8月同比增速达5.0%。1—8月，第二产业用电量4.34万亿千瓦时，同比增长 3.1%。8月当月，第二产业用电量持续回升，同比增长5.0%，比上月提高0.3个百分点，比上年同期提高 1.0个百分点。 第三产业用电量延续快速增长势头。1—8月，第三产业用电量1.33万亿千瓦时，同比增长7.7%。8月当 月，第三产业用电量增速环比略有下降，但仍保持较快增长，增速为7.2%。 继今年7月之后，8月份全国全社会用电量 ...

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the recovery of domestic cyclical product prices and the improvement in service consumption, indicating a positive trend in the overall economic environment [2][3]. Group 1: Downstream Consumption - Real estate sales in 30 major cities increased by 20.3% year-on-year, with first, second, and third-tier cities showing growth rates of 68.8%, 21.7%, and -19.9% respectively [3]. - Retail sales of passenger cars increased by 1.0% year-on-year, with a slowdown in price competition and a slight recovery in sales growth [3]. - The service consumption index in Hainan rose by 1.3% month-on-month, with significant increases in movie box office revenues, which surged by 364.6% month-on-month and 149.0% year-on-year [3]. Group 2: Midstream Manufacturing - Construction demand showed marginal improvement, with steel and glass prices slightly rising, and cement prices stabilizing [4]. - Manufacturing activity improved, with increased operating rates in the automotive and chemical sectors, and stable hiring intentions among companies [4]. Group 3: Upstream Resources - Coal prices increased by 3.5% month-on-month due to tight supply and pre-holiday stockpiling demands [4]. - Industrial metal prices faced pressure due to weak domestic demand and hawkish signals from the U.S. Federal Reserve following a rate cut [4]. Group 4: Logistics and Transportation - Long-distance passenger transport demand improved, with a month-on-month increase in air transport demand [4]. - National highway freight traffic and railway freight volume rose by 1.9% and 0.2% respectively [4].

Core Viewpoint - Xinfeng Group is demonstrating a significant path in green low-carbon transformation, leveraging opportunities and challenges presented by the "dual carbon" goals [1] Group 1: Carbon Asset Management - Xinfeng Group has established a systematic approach to carbon asset management since the inception of the national carbon market in 2016, focusing on "early planning, pre-deployment, unified implementation, and value enhancement" [2] - The company has completed a total carbon quota trading volume of 35.73 million tons, with a trading value of 2.322 billion yuan, achieving an economic benefit of 1.326 billion yuan, accounting for approximately 5% of the national trading volume [2] - Xinfeng Group has been recognized as a "Leader in Industrial Carbon Peak Enterprises" and an "Outstanding Trading Practice Enterprise in the National Carbon Market" [2] Group 2: Digital Carbon Management - The company has developed a "dual carbon" payment platform that covers the entire process of carbon data collection, accounting, storage, and trading, ensuring data traceability and regulatory compliance [2] - Collaboration with national carbon measurement centers and research institutes has led to the development of standards for greenhouse gas emission measurement tools [2] Group 3: Circular Economy - Circular economy is a core feature of Xinfeng Group's low-carbon development, with a network covering five major sectors: energy, non-ferrous metals, high-end chemicals, environmental building materials, and modern agriculture [3] - The company has achieved significant resource savings and emissions reductions through its circular processes, such as saving over 1 million tons of standard coal and reducing CO2 emissions by over 2.6 million tons annually [3] Group 4: Carbon Reduction Pathways - Xinfeng Group is advancing carbon reduction through various strategies, including shutting down outdated power units, building efficient power generation units, and expanding renewable energy projects [4] - The company has implemented smart transport solutions and water-saving technologies, achieving a water-saving efficiency of 97% and zero wastewater discharge [4] - Future plans include continuing to leverage carbon asset management to promote green circular low-carbon development and contribute to national "dual carbon" goals [4]

Group 1: Downstream Consumption - The real estate market in major cities continues to improve, with the transaction area of commercial housing in 30 major cities increasing by 20.3% year-on-year, and the transaction area in first-tier cities rising by 68.8% [7][8] - Retail sales of passenger cars showed a slight increase of 1.0% year-on-year, with the price war in the car market easing, and air conditioning domestic sales increased by 1.2% year-on-year [9][11] - The service consumption index in Hainan increased by 1.3% month-on-month, and the box office revenue for movies surged by 364.6% month-on-month and 149.0% year-on-year [15][17] Group 2: Midstream Manufacturing - Construction demand has marginally improved, with the prices of rebar and hot-rolled coils increasing by 0.6% and 0.3% respectively, and the operating rate of blast furnaces at 84.0% [18][19] - Manufacturing operating rates have generally improved, with the operating rates for half-steel and full-steel tires at 73.7% and 65.7% respectively, showing a slight increase [28][30] Group 3: Upstream Resources - Coal prices have risen significantly, with the price of Q5500 thermal coal at 704 yuan per ton, up 3.5% week-on-week due to tight supply and increased pre-holiday stocking demand [38][41] - Industrial metal prices are under pressure, with copper and aluminum prices decreasing by 1.4% and 1.5% respectively, influenced by hawkish statements from Federal Reserve officials [43][44] Group 4: Logistics and Passenger Flow - Long-distance passenger transport demand has improved, with domestic flight operations increasing by 0.5% week-on-week and 5.0% year-on-year [52][57] - The logistics sector has shown a recovery, with highway truck traffic and railway freight volume increasing by 1.9% and 0.2% respectively [58][59]

这是继7月单月用电量首超万亿千瓦时后，月度用电量再破万亿。中国电力企业联合会统计与数智部副主任蒋德斌介绍，高 温高湿天气来得早、持续久，带动居民用电等快速攀升；受国家"两重""两新"等政策拉动等因素影响，国民经济稳中有 进，带动用电量增长。 8月，全国制造业用电量同比增长5.5%，为今年单月最高增速。其中，钢铁、建材、有色、化工等原材料行业用电量复苏 势头明显，合计用电量同比增长4.2%，比7月提高3.7个百分点。高技术及装备制造业用电量体现出极强的发展韧性，所有 子行业均实现正增长，合计用电量同比增长9.1%，增速高于同期制造业平均增长水平约4.6个百分点，新能源汽车整车制 造、光伏产业制造用电量保持快速增长势头。"新质生产力蓬勃发展，正在形成新的经济增长点，推动用电量向上攀 升。"蒋德斌说。 （丁怡婷） 8月全社会用电量再超万亿 "两重""两新"等政策效果显现 国家能源局近日发布的数据显示：8月，全社会用电量10154亿千瓦时，同比增长5.0%。第一产业用电量164亿千瓦时， 同比增长9.7%；第二产业用电量5981亿千瓦时，同比增长5.0%；第三产业用电量2046亿千瓦时，同比增长7.2%；城乡 居民生 ...

Core Insights - In August, China's total electricity consumption reached 10,154 billion kilowatt-hours, marking a year-on-year increase of 5.0% and surpassing the trillion-kilowatt-hour mark for the second consecutive month [1] Industry Analysis - The primary industry consumed 164 billion kilowatt-hours, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 9.7% [1] - The secondary industry accounted for 5,981 billion kilowatt-hours, with a year-on-year increase of 5.0% [1] - The tertiary industry saw electricity consumption of 2,046 billion kilowatt-hours, growing by 7.2% year-on-year [1] Economic Factors - The increase in electricity consumption is attributed to high temperatures and various government policies aimed at boosting consumption, contributing to a recovery in the macro economy [1] - National manufacturing electricity consumption grew by 5.5% year-on-year, the highest rate observed this year [1] - Key sectors such as steel, building materials, non-ferrous metals, and chemicals showed significant recovery, with a combined electricity consumption growth of 4.2%, an increase of 3.7 percentage points from July [1] - High-tech and equipment manufacturing industries demonstrated strong resilience, with a combined electricity consumption growth of 9.1%, exceeding the average growth rate of the manufacturing sector by approximately 4.6 percentage points, and all sub-sectors achieved positive growth [1] - The manufacturing of new energy vehicles and photovoltaic industries also maintained rapid growth in electricity consumption [1]

1. Report Industry Investment Ratings No specific industry investment ratings are provided in the report. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - Overseas, Fed Chair Powell mentioned balancing inflation concerns and a weakening job market in future interest - rate decisions, with the US dollar index steady and global risk appetite cooling. Domestically, economic data such as consumption, investment, and industrial added - value in August were lower than previous values and market expectations, and the central bank adhered to an independent monetary policy. The market's short - term upward macro - drive has weakened, and attention should be paid to China - US trade negotiations and domestic incremental policies [2]. - Different asset classes have different trends: stock indices are expected to fluctuate in the short term, with a cautious long - position approach; treasury bonds are expected to fluctuate, with a cautious wait - and - see attitude; for commodities, black metals, energy chemicals, and glass are expected to fluctuate in the short term, with a cautious wait - and - see approach; non - ferrous metals and precious metals are expected to fluctuate, with a cautious long - position approach [2]. 3. Summaries by Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Macro - finance - Overseas, the Fed's interest - rate decision and the weakening job market impact the global situation. Domestically, economic data shows a slowdown in domestic demand, and the central bank adheres to an independent monetary policy. The short - term upward macro - drive weakens, and attention should be paid to China - US trade negotiations and domestic incremental policies. Stock indices and treasury bonds are expected to fluctuate in the short term, with a cautious long - position for stock indices and a cautious wait - and - see for treasury bonds [2]. 3.2 Stock Indices - Affected by sectors such as tourism, hotels, biomedicine, and small metals, the domestic stock market declined slightly. Economic data shows a slowdown in domestic demand, and the central bank adheres to an independent monetary policy. The short - term upward macro - drive weakens, and attention should be paid to China - US trade negotiations and domestic incremental policies. Short - term cautious long - position is recommended [3]. 3.3 Black Metals 3.3.1 Steel - The domestic steel futures and spot markets slightly corrected on Tuesday, with low trading volume. Policy expectations were disappointed, and market risk - aversion increased. Demand weakened, but there were differences among varieties. Supply is regulated by policies. The short - term steel market is likely to fluctuate within a range [4]. 3.3.2 Iron Ore - On Tuesday, iron ore futures and spot prices declined. Steel mills continued to replenish stocks before the National Day, and iron ore production increased. Global iron ore shipments decreased, while arrivals increased. The price is expected to fluctuate within a range, with a negative feedback risk after November [4][5]. 3.3.3 Silicon Manganese/Silicon Iron - On Tuesday, the spot prices of silicon iron and silicon manganese were flat, and the futures prices slightly declined. The price of silicon iron is supported by electricity costs, and the production reduction is limited. The futures prices of both are expected to continue to fluctuate within a range [5]. 3.4 Non - ferrous Metals and New Energy 3.4.1 Copper - The manufacturing PMIs in the Eurozone and the UK were weaker than expected, and the previous recovery of the global manufacturing PMI was not sustainable. Copper concentrate production is high, and future demand may decline. The upside space is limited [7]. 3.4.2 Aluminum - On Tuesday, the aluminum price continued to fall, and the position decreased. After the Fed's interest - rate cut, non - ferrous metals returned to fundamental trading. The current aluminum fundamentals are weak, with slow inventory reduction and low - intensity demand recovery [7]. 3.4.3 Aluminum Alloy - The supply of scrap aluminum is tight, and production costs are rising. It is in the off - season of demand, and orders are growing slowly. The price is expected to fluctuate strongly in the short term, but the upside space is limited [8]. 3.4.4 Tin - The combined operating rate of Yunnan and Jiangxi is low, mainly affected by maintenance and tight ore supply, but the impact is expected to be short - term. Terminal demand is weak. The price is expected to fluctuate in the short term, supported by maintenance and peak - season expectations, but the upside is under pressure [8]. 3.4.5 Lithium Carbonate - On Tuesday, the lithium carbonate futures price declined. The current supply and demand are both increasing, and the fundamentals are improving marginally. The price is expected to fluctuate, and attention should be paid to the upper pressure range [9]. 3.4.6 Industrial Silicon - On Tuesday, the industrial silicon futures price declined. There is no obvious positive factor, and the price is expected to fluctuate within a range [9]. 3.4.7 Polysilicon - On Tuesday, the polysilicon futures price declined. Spot prices have increased, and there are still strong policy expectations. It is expected to fluctuate at a high level in the short term, and attention should be paid to the support of spot prices [10]. 3.5 Energy and Chemicals 3.5.1 Crude Oil - The market is concerned about the increasing threat to Russian oil supply, and oil prices rebounded slightly. However, Iraq may resume exports, so the short - term oil price will continue to fluctuate [11]. 3.5.2 Asphalt - The rebound of oil prices drove asphalt prices up, but the peak - season demand is over, and there is still excess pressure. In the later stage, attention should be paid to the extent of following the increase of oil prices [11][12]. 3.5.3 PX - The PX futures price fluctuates with the polyester sector, with support from crude oil costs. The PXN spread has decreased, and it is expected to fluctuate weakly, with some support below [12]. 3.5.4 PTA - The stimulus of PTA production - cut rumors has ended, and there is no substantial news. Downstream demand has declined, and inventory has increased. Although there are cost supports, the futures price may decline under the influence of short - term capital [12]. 3.5.5 Ethylene Glycol - The ethylene glycol price remains in a low - level fluctuation. Port inventory has changed little, and downstream demand is weak. The price is expected to continue to fluctuate [13]. 3.5.6 Short - fiber - Short - fiber prices have declined slightly. Terminal orders have increased seasonally, but the increase is limited. Inventory has accumulated slightly, and the price is expected to fluctuate weakly in the medium term [13]. 3.5.7 Methanol - The methanol price in Taicang fluctuates weakly. In the short term, the supply is still in excess, but in the medium - to - long - term, attention should be paid to the impact of imports in October, and there may be opportunities to go long [14]. 3.5.8 PP - The PP market price has declined. Although the downstream demand has improved, the supply is still abundant. It is expected to fluctuate weakly in the short term, and attention should be paid to the peak - season demand [14]. 3.5.9 LLDPE - The LLDPE market price has declined. Supply has increased, and demand is less than expected. The price is expected to fluctuate weakly, but there is some support from oil prices [15][16]. 3.5.10 Urea - The urea market is in a situation of strong supply and weak demand, with inventory differentiation. The short - term pressure is high, and the price is expected to be weak [16]. 3.6 Agricultural Products 3.6.1 Corn - In the Northeast, the new - season corn is being harvested smoothly, with high opening prices. In North China, the price of new corn has declined, and the price of old corn is firm. In the sales area, the price is stable, and there is support from feed mills' replenishment. The market generally expects the price to decline during the peak - harvest period from mid - October to November [18]. 3.6.2 US Soybeans - The overnight CBOT soybean price increased slightly. Argentina's cancellation of export taxes on soybeans and other products has a negative impact, but there is some support from the downgrade of US soybean crop ratings and increased China - US contacts [18]. 3.6.3 Soybean Meal and Rapeseed Meal - The domestic short - term supply - demand surplus situation remains unchanged. Argentina's cancellation of export taxes has limited impact on the domestic market. The overall supply in the fourth quarter is sufficient, and soybean meal should not be overly shorted [18]. 3.6.4 Oils - The soybean oil market has a situation of strong supply and weak demand. The rapeseed oil market is cautious due to Sino - Canadian trade relations, and inventory is decreasing. The palm oil market has improved export demand and decreased production, with positive data supporting the price [18]. 3.6.5 Pigs - Pig prices have reached a new low this year, and breeding profits have shrunk. The supply of pigs is sufficient, and demand is stable. The price is expected to stabilize in the second half of the month, with limited rebound space [19].

Group 1 - In August, the total electricity consumption in China reached 10,154 billion kilowatt-hours, marking a year-on-year growth of 5.0% [1] - The electricity consumption in the primary industry was 164 billion kilowatt-hours, with a year-on-year increase of 9.7% [1] - The secondary industry consumed 5,981 billion kilowatt-hours, also showing a year-on-year growth of 5.0% [1] - The tertiary industry's electricity consumption was 2,046 billion kilowatt-hours, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 7.2% [1] - Urban and rural residents' electricity consumption reached 1,963 billion kilowatt-hours, with a year-on-year growth of 2.4% [1] - From January to August, the cumulative electricity consumption was 68,788 billion kilowatt-hours, representing a year-on-year increase of 4.6% [1] Group 2 - In August, the electricity consumption in the manufacturing sector grew by 5.5%, the highest monthly growth rate for the year [2] - The electricity consumption in raw material industries such as steel, building materials, non-ferrous metals, and chemicals showed a significant recovery, with a combined year-on-year growth of 4.2%, an increase of 3.7 percentage points compared to July [2] - High-tech and equipment manufacturing sectors demonstrated strong resilience, with all sub-industries achieving positive growth, resulting in a combined year-on-year increase of 9.1%, surpassing the average growth rate of the manufacturing sector by approximately 4.6 percentage points [2] - The manufacturing of new energy vehicles and photovoltaic industries continued to maintain rapid growth in electricity consumption [2] - The development of new productive forces is creating new economic growth points, driving an upward trend in electricity consumption [2]