Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. Core Viewpoints of the Report - The geopolitical conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran has significantly impacted the global commodity market, leading to increased market volatility and uncertainty. The conflict has affected the supply and prices of various commodities such as energy, metals, and agricultural products. [122][62][109] - The performance of different industries and commodities varies. Some industries are supported by cost or demand, showing a strong or stable trend, while others are under pressure due to factors such as oversupply or weak demand, showing a weak or volatile trend. [28][34][57] Summary of Each Section Financial Derivatives - **Stock Index Futures**: After the Spring Festival, the stock index showed differentiation. The A - share market was driven by price - increase expectations, with the main driving force coming from improved product supply - demand relationships and abundant social funds. The geopolitical conflict may lead to market fluctuations, but the stock index is still expected to maintain an upward trend. [21][22] - **Treasury Bond Futures**: The short - term market risk - aversion sentiment has increased due to the Middle East geopolitical conflict, and the bond yield is expected to decline. However, the strengthening of the bond market may not be sustainable. The "Two Sessions" policy stance may focus on promoting domestic technology development and industrial transformation, and the impact of bond supply on the market is expected to be limited. [24] Agricultural Products - **Protein Meal**: Geopolitical factors and weather conditions have increased market uncertainty. The US soybean processing volume and Brazilian soybean harvest are affected by various factors. The domestic soybean market is expected to be volatile, and it is recommended to wait and see in the short term. [27][28] - **Sugar**: International sugar production is expected to decline, but the start of the Brazilian new - sugar season in April and May may increase supply pressure. The domestic sugar market has supply pressure but is also supported by low prices and potential import - policy tightening. It is expected to be in a bottom - oscillating state, with a short - term slightly stronger trend. [29][31][32] - **Oils**: The escalation of the Middle East geopolitical conflict may drive up the price of crude oil, and the price of oils is expected to follow the upward trend. The export of Malaysian palm oil decreased in February, and the supply pressure of domestic soybean oil may be postponed. The overall domestic oil inventory is at a moderately high level, and the price is expected to be volatile in the short term. [33][34] - **Corn/Corn Starch**: The price of US corn has risen, and the domestic corn spot price has increased due to factors such as the start of deep - processing enterprises and the increase in corn supply in North China. However, considering the post - festival selling pressure, the upward space of the futures price is limited. [36][37] - **Hogs**: The overall supply of hogs is still large, and the price is generally in a downward trend. However, due to factors such as the good completion of large - scale enterprise slaughter and the decrease in the inventory of secondary fattening, the short - term spot price may be supported, and the downward space of the futures price is also limited. [38][39] - **Peanuts**: The spot price of peanuts is stable, and the price of peanut oil is also stable. The supply of peanut kernels for oil is relatively loose, and the futures price is expected to fluctuate within a narrow range. [41][42] - **Eggs**: After the Spring Festival, the egg market enters the off - season. Although the inventory has been alleviated to some extent, the overall de - stocking has weakened due to the good egg price performance. It is recommended to short the June contract. [44][47] - **Apples**: The inventory of apples has decreased significantly recently, and the demand is expected to improve further in March and April. The high cost of apple warehouse receipts also supports the price. It is recommended to go long on the May contract. [48][50][51] - **Cotton - Cotton Yarn**: The fundamentals of cotton are relatively stable, with no obvious negative factors. The global cotton supply is expected to be slightly tight, and the signing situation has improved. It is recommended to go long on Zhengzhou cotton at low prices. [53][55] Ferrous Metals - **Steel**: The fundamentals of the steel market continue to weaken, with reduced production, increased inventory, and weak demand. However, the geopolitical conflict may drive up the price of non - ferrous metals, leading to a short - term strong - oscillating trend in the steel price. [57] - **Coking Coal and Coke**: The international geopolitical conflict may support the domestic coking coal price. The current coking coal price has basically priced in the existing negative factors, and the downward space is limited. It is recommended to go long at low prices. [59][60] - **Iron Ore**: The geopolitical conflict has little impact on the supply of domestic iron ore. The supply of iron ore is abundant, and the demand is difficult to improve significantly. The iron ore price is expected to oscillate. [62] - **Ferroalloys**: The price of ferrosilicon is expected to be strong due to cost support, and the price of ferromanganese silicon may be adjusted after a rapid increase. It is recommended to hold long positions in ferrosilicon and partially take profits in ferromanganese silicon. [64][65] Non - Ferrous Metals - **Gold and Silver**: Geopolitical risks have led to a sharp rise in the price of gold and silver. The market is dominated by risk - aversion sentiment, and the price is expected to continue to be strong. It is recommended to take partial profits on long positions and hold the remaining positions. [67][68] - **Platinum and Palladium**: The price of platinum and palladium is mainly affected by the risk - aversion demand of funds. The price of platinum is expected to be slightly strong in the short term, while the price of palladium is expected to follow the trend of platinum. It is recommended to go long on platinum at low prices and wait and see on palladium. [70][71][72] - **Copper**: The short - term copper price is in a high - level consolidation state. Although the geopolitical conflict has limited direct impact on copper, long - term war may support the copper price. It is recommended to buy on dips in the long term. [74][76] - **Alumina**: The spot price of alumina is supported, but the expectation of oversupply restricts the price. The price is expected to decline in an oscillating manner. [79] - **Electrolytic Aluminum**: The geopolitical conflict may increase the price volatility of electrolytic aluminum. It is expected to be strong in an oscillating manner. [80][81] - **Cast Aluminum Alloy**: The price of cast aluminum alloy is expected to fluctuate with the aluminum market. It is expected to be strong in an oscillating manner. [82][83] - **Zinc**: The price of zinc is affected by geopolitical factors and is expected to be volatile. It is recommended to buy on dips after the price stabilizes. [84][85][86] - **Lead**: The price of lead is expected to be in a range - bound oscillation. It is recommended to sell out - of - the - money put options. [87][88][89] - **Nickel**: The price of nickel is mainly affected by macro factors, and the supply - demand relationship is still in a surplus state. However, the expected tight supply in Indonesia may support the price. It is recommended to pay attention to the macro - capital trend. [90][91] - **Stainless Steel**: The cost of stainless steel is supported by the price of nickel ore, and the price follows the trend of nickel. It is recommended to hold long positions at low prices. [93][94] - **Industrial Silicon**: The supply and demand of industrial silicon are in a state of multiple factors, and the price is expected to oscillate. It is recommended to wait and see. [96][97] - **Polysilicon**: The fundamentals of polysilicon are bearish, and it is recommended to wait and see the spot trading situation. [98][99] - **Lithium Carbonate**: The price of lithium carbonate is at a high level, and it is necessary to pay attention to the resistance at the previous high. It is recommended to hold long positions at low prices. [102][105] - **Tin**: The price of tin is in a high - level consolidation state. The impact of the Indonesian tin export ban is limited, and it is recommended to wait and see. [106][108] Shipping and Carbon Emission - **Container Shipping**: The escalation of the Middle East situation has led some shipping companies to reroute to the Cape of Good Hope. The spot freight rate is in the off - season, but the conflict may drive up the freight rate. It is recommended to go long on dips. [109][110] - **Dry Bulk Freight**: The deterioration of the trade environment in the Persian Gulf may boost the freight rate of small - sized ships in the short term. The BDI index has declined slightly, but the performance of small and medium - sized ship markets is better. It is necessary to pay attention to the development of the Middle East geopolitical situation. [112][113][115] - **Carbon Emission Market**: The domestic carbon market price is stable but lacks activity. The EU carbon market has not摆脱 the downward trend. In the short term, the domestic carbon price is expected to be strong in an oscillating manner, while the EU carbon market is affected by policy uncertainty. [116][119][120] Energy and Chemical Industry - **Crude Oil**: The conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran has led to a significant rise in the price of crude oil. The price of Brent crude oil is expected to be in the range of $78 - 85 per barrel. It is recommended to take profits on out - of - the - money call options. [122] - **Asphalt**: The price of asphalt is supported by cost but is affected by weak demand. It is recommended to hold long positions in the BU2606 contract and pay attention to geopolitical risks. [124][125] - **Fuel Oil**: Geopolitical factors are the main driving force for the price of fuel oil. It is necessary to pay attention to the supply changes in Iran and Russia. It is recommended to hold long positions in the FU2605 contract and not chase the high price. [127][129] - **LPG**: The escalation of the Middle East situation has increased the cost support of LPG, and the price is expected to rise significantly. [130] - **Natural Gas**: The conflict in the Middle East has led to a supply - side risk in the natural gas market, and the price is expected to rise significantly in the short term. It is recommended to buy a TTF straddle option. [133][134] - **PX & PTA**: The supply of PTA is gradually returning, and the price is expected to follow the cost and strengthen. It is recommended to hold long positions. [137][139] - **BZ & EB**: The supply of benzene and styrene is returning, and the price is expected to follow the cost and strengthen. It is recommended to hold long positions and conduct reverse arbitrage. [140][142] - **Ethylene Glycol**: The supply - demand structure of ethylene glycol has improved, but the inventory has been continuously increasing. The price is expected to be in a wide - range oscillation. [144][145] - **Short - Fiber**: The price of short - fiber is expected to follow the cost and strengthen. It is recommended to hold long positions and reduce the processing cost spread at high prices. [146][147] - **Bottle Chips**: The supply of bottle chips is expected to be tight, and the price is expected to follow the cost and strengthen. It is recommended to hold long positions. [148][149] - **Propylene**: The supply of propylene is partially returning, and the price is expected to follow the cost and strengthen. It is recommended to hold long positions. [150][151][153] - **Plastic PP**: The inventory of PP at ports has been increasing. It is recommended to try to go long on the L 2605 contract at low prices and wait and see on the PP 2605 contract. [154][155] - **Caustic Soda**: The price of caustic soda is expected to be weak in an oscillating manner. It is recommended to wait and see. [156][158] - **PVC**: The price of PVC is expected to follow the upward trend of the market. It is recommended to follow the market trend. [159][161] - **Soda Ash**: The price of soda ash is expected to be strong in an oscillating manner. It is recommended to go long at low prices and not chase the high price. [162][163][164] - **Glass**: The price of glass is affected by macro - sentiment and is expected to be strong in an oscillating manner, but the fundamentals are still weak. It is recommended to short at high prices or sell call options. [165][166][167] - **Methanol**: The price of methanol is expected to rise strongly due to the geopolitical conflict. It is necessary to pay attention to the development of the Middle East situation. [168][169] - **Urea**: The supply of urea is at a high level, and the demand is expected to start. The price is expected to be strong. It is recommended to hold long positions. [170][173] - **Pulp**: The price of pulp is expected to be strong in the short term, but the market is still in a state of oversupply. It is recommended to go long at low prices and pay attention to the impact of the US - Iran conflict on European pulp supply. [174][175][178] - **Offset Printing Paper**: The high inventory of offset printing paper restricts the price rebound. It is recommended to short at high prices. [179][180] - **Logs**: The supply and demand of logs are both weak, and the price is expected to be supported by cost. It is recommended to hold a small number of long positions. [182][183] - **Natural Rubber and No. 20 Rubber**: The inventory of tires has decreased month - on - month. It is recommended to short a small amount of the RU 05 contract and wait and see on the NR 05 contract. [184][185][187] - **Butadiene Rubber**: The inventory of tires has decreased month - on - month. It is recommended to reduce the holding of the BR04 contract and hold long positions in the BR 05 contract. [188][189][191]

Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. Core Viewpoints of the Report - International precious metal futures generally closed higher, with COMEX gold futures up 1.97% at $5,296.40 per ounce and COMEX silver futures up 7.77% at $94.39 per ounce. The increase was driven by factors such as higher-than-expected US PPI, Fed policy uncertainty, and an increase in speculative net long positions in gold and silver [4]. - US crude oil and Brent crude oil futures both rose, with the main US crude oil contract up 3.19% at $67.29 per barrel and the main Brent crude oil contract up 3.26% at $73.15 per barrel. The rise was due to the tense situation between the US and Iran and an increase in speculative net long positions in NYMEX WTI crude oil [4]. - London base metals mostly closed lower, except for LME tin, which rose 6.64% to $58,050 per ton [5][6]. - Most domestic futures contracts closed higher, with fuel oil up nearly 5% and low-sulfur fuel oil (LU) up nearly 4%. On the downside, 20 - rubber and natural rubber fell nearly 1% [7]. - The Chinese government will continue to implement a more proactive fiscal policy and a moderately loose monetary policy, and adjust some tariff measures [9]. - The People's Bank of China will lower the foreign exchange risk reserve ratio for forward foreign exchange sales from 20% to 0 [10]. Summary by Directory Overnight Night - Market Trends - International Precious Metals: COMEX gold futures rose 1.97% to $5,296.40 per ounce, up 4.24% for the week; COMEX silver futures rose 7.77% to $94.39 per ounce, up 13.8% for the week [4]. - Crude Oil: US crude oil main contract rose 3.19% to $67.29 per barrel, up 1.22% for the week; Brent crude oil main contract rose 3.26% to $73.15 per barrel, up 2.59% for the week [4]. - London Base Metals: LME copper fell 0.06% to $13,296 per ton, up 2.56% for the week; LME zinc fell 2.09% to $3,308 per ton, down 2.2% for the week; LME nickel rose 0.01% to $17,695 per ton, up 1.99% for the week; LME aluminum fell 0.51% to $3,141.5 per ton, up 1.26% for the week; LME tin rose 6.64% to $58,050 per ton, up 24.68% for the week; LME lead fell 1.21% to $1,960 per ton, down 0.25% for the week [5][6]. - Domestic Futures: Fuel oil rose nearly 5%, low - sulfur fuel oil (LU) rose nearly 4%, asphalt, methanol, and starch rose more than 1%; 20 - rubber and natural rubber fell nearly 1% [7]. Important Information Macroeconomic Information - The Chinese government will continue to implement a more proactive fiscal policy and a moderately loose monetary policy, and adjust some tariff measures [9]. - The People's Bank of China will lower the foreign exchange risk reserve ratio for forward foreign exchange sales from 20% to 0 [10]. - The Shanghai Export Container Freight Index rose 81.65 points to 1,333.11, while the China Export Container Freight Composite Index fell 4% [9]. - The CSRC held a symposium with foreign - funded securities, fund, and futures institutions in China [12]. - Iranian Supreme Leader Khamenei was assassinated, and the US and Iran are in a tense situation [12]. - The Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard issued a warning about the protection of oil and gas facilities [13]. - Shipping giant Maersk will divert ships due to the Middle East situation [13]. Energy and Chemical Futures - Saudi Arabia may raise the official selling price of crude oil sold to Asia in April [15]. - The rubber (RSS) inventory in the designated warehouse of the Osaka Exchange decreased by 178 tons [16]. - The expected average price of Brent crude oil in 2026 is $63.85 per barrel, and that of US crude oil is $60.38 per barrel [16]. - OPEC+ decided to resume the plan of gradually canceling the additional voluntary production cut of 1.65 million barrels per day and agreed to increase production by 206,000 barrels per day [16]. - Many oil tankers are anchored in the waters near the Strait of Hormuz [17]. Metal Futures - The national alumina weekly operating rate decreased by 1.21 percentage points to 77.17% [19]. - Last week, copper, aluminum, zinc, lead, nickel, and tin inventories on the Shanghai Futures Exchange increased [20]. Black - Series Futures - The Ministry of Ecology and Environment will promote the ultra - low emission transformation of key industries [23]. - India hopes to cut its thermal coal imports for power plants by at least 30% this year [23]. - The inventory of imported iron ore in 45 ports increased, and the daily port clearance volume decreased [23]. - The blast furnace operating rate and ironmaking capacity utilization rate of 247 steel mills increased [24]. Agricultural Product Futures - The estimated export volume of Malaysian palm oil from February 1 - 25 decreased by 3.77% compared with the same period last month [26]. - The self - breeding and self - raising pig farming profit was a loss of 159.65 yuan per head, and the profit from purchasing piglets for breeding was 20.83 yuan per head [26]. - The Canadian grain export volume decreased, and the cumulative export volume in the current market year decreased by 29.1% compared with the same period last year [28]. - The inventory of imported cotton in major ports increased by 0.75% week - on - week [28]. Financial Market Finance - In March 2026, 13 securities firms have released their golden stock lists, with a total of 125 recommendations covering 108 A - shares [30]. - CITIC Securities believes that the price - increase and AI - driven market will continue in March [30]. - The Hang Seng Technology Index fell 6.86% in the first two months of this year, but southbound funds continued to flow in [30]. - After the Spring Festival, the sentiment in the A - share market warmed up, and most active equity funds achieved positive returns [32]. - After the Spring Festival, the A - share market style switched, and cyclical sectors attracted the attention of fund managers [32]. Industry - In February, the average sales price of new homes in 100 cities decreased by 0.04% month - on - month and increased by 2.37% year - on - year; the average price of second - hand homes decreased by 0.54% month - on - month and 8.78% year - on - year; the average rental price of ordinary homes in 50 cities decreased by 0.11% month - on - month and 3.79% year - on - year [33]. - Qinghai Province issued a policy to promote the large - scale development of solar - thermal power generation [33]. - The contract price of PC DRAM (DDR4 8Gb 1Gx8) products rose 13.04% in February [33]. - The drone system operation project in the Beibu Gulf oilfield was officially launched [34]. - Zhangyuan Tungsten Industry adjusted the price of cemented carbide products [36]. Overseas - Iranian former President Ahmadinejad was assassinated, and the Iranian military launched the ninth round of attacks on US and Israeli targets [37]. - The foreign ministers of Iran and Oman had a phone call, and Iran is open to efforts to ease the situation [37]. - The leaders of the UK, France, and Germany may take "necessary defensive actions" against Iran [38]. - South Korea is preparing for emergencies, and its exports in February increased by 29% year - on - year [38]. International Stock Markets - On February 27, foreign funds net - sold 6.8 trillion won of South Korean composite stock index components, setting a record for single - day net sales [40]. Commodities - The Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard issued a warning about the protection of oil and gas facilities [41]. - OPEC+ agreed in principle to increase oil production by 206,000 barrels per day in April [41]. - The market is concerned about the impact of the Iranian attack on the market, and Barclays Bank believes that the Brent crude oil price may reach $100 per barrel [41]. - Due to the tense situation in the Middle East, the VLCC daily rent has exceeded $200,000 [41]. Upcoming Economic Data and Events - Economic data to be released include manufacturing PMI data from multiple countries and retail sales data from some countries [44]. - Events include a speech by ECB President Lagarde, a speech by Bank of Japan Deputy Governor Himino, and the OECD 2026 Spring Financial Market Week [46]. - The South Korean stock market will be closed for a holiday [48].

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Group 1: A-Share Valuation - The overall valuation of A-shares as of February 27, 2026, shows the CSI All Share (excluding ST) with a PE of 22.8x and a PB of 1.9x, positioned at the historical 83rd and 53rd percentiles respectively [2][5] - The Shanghai Stock Exchange 50 Index has a PE of 11.5x and a PB of 1.3x, at the historical 58th and 37th percentiles [2][5] - The CSI 300 Index has a PE of 14.1x and a PB of 1.5x, at the historical 64th and 38th percentiles [2][5] - The CSI 500 Index shows a PE of 38.8x and a PB of 2.7x, at the historical 71st and 63rd percentiles [2][5] - The ChiNext Index has a PE of 43.3x and a PB of 5.7x, at the historical 43rd and 66th percentiles [2][5] Group 2: Industry Valuation Comparison - Industries with PE valuations above the historical 85th percentile include Real Estate, Automation Equipment, Retail, Electronics (Semiconductors), and IT Services [2] - Industries with PB valuations above the historical 85th percentile include Industrial Metals, Minor Metals, Defense, Electronics (Semiconductors), and Communications [2] - The White Goods industry has both PE and PB valuations below the historical 15th percentile [2] Group 3: Industry Midstream Sentiment Tracking - In the New Energy sector, the price of polysilicon futures dropped by 4.8%, and the spot price fell by 3.7%, indicating weak sentiment due to subdued demand [2][3] - In the Technology TMT sector, the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index decreased by 2.0%, while the Taiwan Semiconductor Index increased by 4.8% [3] - In the Real Estate chain, the price of rebar fell by 1.1%, while the price of cement decreased by 0.4% [3] - In the Consumer sector, the average price of live pigs dropped by 7.7%, and the wholesale price of pork fell by 3.6% [3] - In the Midstream Manufacturing sector, heavy truck sales increased by 46.0% year-on-year in January 2026, driven by favorable policies [3] Group 4: Commodity Prices and Trends - The price of Brent crude oil futures rose by 1.2% to $72.52 per barrel, influenced by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East [3] - The price of thermal coal increased by 4.0% to 751 RMB/ton, while coking coal prices fell by 2.0% to 1501 RMB/ton [3] - The price of gold increased by 3.2%, and silver prices rose by 11.6% [3]

Valuation Summary - The overall valuation of A-shares as of February 27, 2026, shows the CSI All Share (excluding ST) PE at 22.8x and PB at 1.9x, positioned at the historical 83rd and 53rd percentiles respectively [2] - The Shanghai Stock Exchange 50 PE is at 11.5x and PB at 1.3x, at the historical 58th and 37th percentiles [2] - The CSI 300 PE is at 14.1x and PB at 1.5x, at the historical 64th and 38th percentiles [2] - The CSI 500 PE is at 38.8x and PB at 2.7x, at the historical 71st and 63rd percentiles [2] - The CSI 1000 PE is at 52.3x and PB at 2.8x, at the historical 75th and 63rd percentiles [2] - The National Index 2000 PE is at 64.8x and PB at 3.0x, at the historical 79th and 72nd percentiles [2] - The ChiNext Index PE is at 43.3x and PB at 5.7x, at the historical 43rd and 66th percentiles [2] - The Sci-Tech 50 PE is at 165.6x and PB at 6.5x, at the historical 95th and 72nd percentiles [2] - The ChiNext Index/CSI 300 PE ratio is 3.1 and PB ratio is 3.8, at the historical 29th and 62nd percentiles [2] Industry Valuation Comparison - Industries with PE valuations above the historical 85th percentile include Real Estate, Automation Equipment, Retail, Electronics (Semiconductors), and IT Services [2] - Industries with PB valuations above the historical 85th percentile include Industrial Metals, Minor Metals, Defense, Electronics (Semiconductors), and Communications [2] - The White Goods industry has both PE and PB valuations below the historical 15th percentile [2] Sector Insights New Energy - In the photovoltaic sector, upstream polysilicon futures prices fell by 4.8% and spot prices by 3.7%, with weak demand affecting sentiment [2] - In the battery materials sector, cobalt and nickel prices increased by 3.2% and 2.2% respectively, while lithium carbonate and hydroxide prices rose by 19.7% and 16.8% [2] Technology TMT - The Philadelphia Semiconductor Index decreased by 2.0%, while the Taiwan Semiconductor Index increased by 4.8% [3] - The DRAM output value index rose by 3.6%, with NAND prices increasing by 5.6% [3] Real Estate Chain - The price of rebar fell by 1.1%, while futures prices increased by 0.4% [3] - The national cement price index decreased by 0.4%, while glass prices rose by 1.0% [3] Consumer Sector - The average price of live pigs fell by 7.7%, and wholesale pork prices decreased by 3.6% [3] - The wholesale price index for liquor saw a slight increase of 0.03% [3] Midstream Manufacturing - Heavy truck sales increased by 46.0% year-on-year in January 2026, driven by tax incentives and subsidies [3] Cyclical Industries - The price of Brent crude oil futures rose by 1.2% to $72.52 per barrel, influenced by geopolitical tensions [3] - The price of thermal coal increased by 4.0% to 751 RMB/ton, while coking coal prices fell by 2.0% to 1501 RMB/ton [3]

Geopolitical Impact - The recent escalation in the Middle East is expected to drive up oil and precious metal prices due to heightened geopolitical tensions[2] - The closure of the Strait of Hormuz, which accounts for approximately 20% of global oil transportation, poses significant risks to oil supply[4] Oil Price Projections - Brent crude oil prices are projected to exceed $80 per barrel as military actions disrupt Iranian production and shipping routes[7] - In extreme scenarios, oil prices may challenge the highs seen during the onset of the Russia-Ukraine conflict in March 2022[7] Precious Metals Outlook - Increased risk aversion from geopolitical developments is likely to push gold prices higher, although rising oil prices may complicate this trend by increasing U.S. inflation expectations[7] - The ability of gold to surpass previous highs remains uncertain and will depend on the interplay of inflation and interest rate expectations[7] Commodity Market Opportunities - The global fiscal and monetary easing, ongoing supply chain issues, and a weak U.S. dollar are expected to create favorable conditions for commodity investments in 2026[8] - Precious metals and non-ferrous metals are anticipated to maintain strong performance, while opportunities in oil and related chemicals are also noteworthy[16] Economic Context - Major economies, including China, the U.S., and Europe, are expected to continue fiscal expansion in 2026, which historically correlates with commodity price increases[8] - The U.S. dollar index fell over 9% in 2025, and its continued weakness in 2026 is expected to support dollar-denominated commodity prices[13]

Group 1 - The current situation between the US and Iran is at a critical juncture, with both sides in a state of high military readiness while engaging in negotiations [2][22] - The historical context of US-Iran relations shows a dramatic evolution from strategic allies to full-blown conflict over several decades [3][23] - The nuclear issue remains a key factor influencing the dynamics of US-Iran relations, with ongoing uncertainty about whether tensions will ease or escalate [10][30] Group 2 - The US-Iran situation impacts the futures market primarily through risk aversion, supply disruptions, and cost transmission across various sectors [11][31] - In the energy and chemical sector, oil production and transportation are significantly affected, as Iran accounts for approximately 3% of global oil production and the Strait of Hormuz is crucial for over 20% of global oil transport [12][33] - If tensions escalate, potential disruptions in oil supply could lead to increased costs and longer transportation times [33] Group 3 - Gold is viewed as a safe haven during conflict, with short-term price movements closely tied to negotiation progress and long-term support from geopolitical factors and de-dollarization trends [15][36] - In the non-ferrous metals sector, copper prices may be influenced by risk aversion, while aluminum and zinc production costs could rise due to increased energy prices from geopolitical tensions [17][38] - Agricultural products, particularly oilseeds, may see price increases if oil prices rise, as the demand for biodiesel substitutes could increase [39]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating - No information provided in the report regarding the industry investment rating. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - The domestic commodity futures market closed with mixed results, with base metals leading the gains. The A - share market is expected to continue its moderate upward trend after the opening, but the slope will be slower than in January. The RMB is expected to continue to strengthen in the second quarter. Most varieties in the market are expected to show an oscillatory trend in the short - term [16]. 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Financial Market Fluctuations - **Stock Index Futures**: On February 25, 2026, the CSI 300 futures price was 4731.4, with a daily increase of 0.9%, a weekly increase of 2.26%, a monthly increase of 0.43%, a quarterly increase of 2.86%, and an annual increase of 2.86%. The Shanghai - Shenzhen 50 futures, CSI 500 futures, and CSI 1000 futures also showed different degrees of increase [2]. - **Treasury Bond Futures**: The 2 - year, 5 - year, 10 - year, and 30 - year treasury bond futures showed different degrees of decline on February 25, 2026, with the 30 - year treasury bond futures having the largest daily decline of 0.48% [2]. - **Foreign Exchange**: The US dollar index was 97.6594 on February 25, 2026, with a daily decline of 0.24%, a weekly decline of 0.09%, a monthly increase of 0.56%, and an annual decline of 0.62%. The US dollar intermediate price decreased by 202 pips daily [2]. - **Interest Rates**: The 10 - year US Treasury bond yield was 4.05 bp on February 25, 2026, with a daily increase of 1 bp, a weekly decline of 3 bp, a monthly decline of 21 bp, and an annual decline of 13 bp [2]. 3.2 Fluctuations of Popular Industries - On February 26, 2026, the defense and military industry had a daily increase of 1.62%, a weekly increase of 4.8%, a monthly increase of 6.07%, a quarterly increase of 10.92%, and an annual increase of 10.92%. The consumer services industry had a daily decline of 1.41%, a weekly decline of 5.6%, a monthly decline of 4.96%, a quarterly decline of 4.37%, and an annual decline of 4.37% [5]. 3.3 Fluctuations of Overseas Commodities - On February 25, 2026, NYMEX WTI crude oil was priced at 65.57, with a daily decline of 0.09%, a weekly decline of 1.12%, a monthly decline of 0.26%, a quarterly increase of 14.21%, and an annual increase of 14.21%. COMEX gold was priced at 5183.7, with a daily increase of 0.14%, a weekly increase of 1.05%, a monthly increase of 5.63%, a quarterly increase of 19.66%, and an annual increase of 19.66% [8]. 3.4 Macroeconomic Summary - **Domestic Macroeconomy**: During the Spring Festival, travel and consumption performed well, while real - estate sales were at a seasonal low. The social financing at the beginning of January was stable, with strong government - sector financing and private - sector financing in line with expectations [16]. - **Overseas Macroeconomy**: The US economy showed a slowdown in overall expansion and structural differentiation in multiple fields. In February 2026, the US economic sentiment and consumer confidence weakened, and the private - sector expansion slowed down [16]. - **Major Asset Classes**: The US - Iran geopolitical situation and Trump's tariff policy may support the prices of gold and silver in the short - term. The A - share market is expected to continue its moderate upward trend, while the black - metal sector and the domestic bond market may continue to oscillate. The RMB is expected to strengthen in the second quarter [16]. 3.5 Viewpoint Highlights - **Financial Sector**: Stock index futures are expected to be oscillating and bullish, stock index options are expected to oscillate, and treasury bond futures are expected to oscillate [17]. - **Precious Metals**: Gold and silver are expected to be oscillating and bullish [17]. - **Shipping**: The container shipping route to Europe is expected to oscillate [17]. - **Black Building Materials**: Most varieties in this sector, such as steel, iron ore, and coke, are expected to oscillate [17]. - **Non - ferrous Metals and New Materials**: Most non - ferrous metals and new materials, such as copper, aluminum, and nickel, are expected to oscillate, with some showing an oscillating and bullish trend [17]. - **Energy and Chemicals**: Most energy and chemical products, such as crude oil, LPG, and asphalt, are expected to oscillate [20]. - **Agriculture**: Most agricultural products, such as natural rubber, cotton, and sugar, are expected to oscillate, with some showing an oscillating and bullish or bearish trend [20].

Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. Core Viewpoints - For crude oil, current oil prices have seen a certain increase and factored in a high geopolitical premium. In the short term, the supply gap from Iran remains, but considering the expected over - performance of Venezuela's production increase and OPEC's subsequent production recovery, it is advisable to take profits on rallies and focus on mid - term layout [3]. - For methanol, the downward momentum persists, but the negative factors are weakening at the margin, so the downward space is limited. The main strategy is to go long on dips from a mid - term perspective [6]. - For urea, the current situation of the internal - external price difference has opened the import window, and with the expected improvement in production at the end of January, negative fundamental expectations are approaching, so it is recommended to short - allocate [9]. - For rubber, it is recommended to trade short - term on the disk, set stop - losses, and enter and exit quickly. If RU is below 17,000, be cautious. For hedging, it is advisable to open new positions or continue holding positions by buying the NR main contract and shorting RU2609 [15]. - For PVC, the overall fundamentals are poor. Although the comprehensive corporate profit is at a neutral level, the supply reduction is small, production is at a historical high, domestic demand is in the off - season, and the only short - term support is the short - term rush for exports due to the cancellation of export tax rebates [18]. - For pure benzene and styrene, the non - integrated profit of styrene is moderately high, and the upward valuation repair space is shrinking. The supply of pure benzene is still abundant, and the port inventory of styrene is continuously increasing. As the non - integrated profit of styrene has been significantly repaired, it is advisable to gradually take profits [21]. - For polyethylene, the futures price has declined. The "moderate production increase" of OPEC+ has led to an upward - trending crude oil price. The PE valuation still has downward space, and the pressure on the disk from the historical high of warehouse receipts has eased. The supply in the first half of 2026 is relatively stable, and the demand is in the off - season [24]. - For polypropylene, the futures price has risen. The EIA monthly report predicts a slight reduction in global oil inventories, and the supply - surplus situation may ease. There are no production capacity expansion plans in the first half of 2026, and the demand is seasonally volatile. In the context of weak supply and demand, the inventory pressure is high, and it is advisable to go long on the PP5 - 9 spread on dips [27]. - For PX, the current load is high, and downstream PTA has many maintenance plans, so it is expected to maintain a stock - building pattern before the maintenance season. The mid - term outlook is good, and there are opportunities to go long on dips following crude oil [30]. - For PTA, the supply will maintain high - level maintenance in the short term, and the demand for polyester and chemical fibers is expected to recover as it exits the off - season. The inventory - building cycle is about to end, and there are mid - term opportunities to go long on dips [33]. - For ethylene glycol, the overall load is still high, and the port inventory pressure is large. There is an expectation of further profit compression and load reduction under the pressure of inventory building and high operation. The valuation is currently moderately low year - on - year, and there is a risk of a rebound [35]. Summary by Directory Crude Oil - **Market Information**: The main INE crude oil futures closed down 6.00 yuan/barrel, a decline of 1.23%, at 483.60 yuan/barrel. The main futures of related refined products: high - sulfur fuel oil closed up 53.00 yuan/ton, a rise of 1.81%, at 2987.00 yuan/ton; low - sulfur fuel oil closed down 4.00 yuan/ton, a decline of 0.12%, at 3460.00 yuan/ton. The U.S. EIA weekly data showed that U.S. commercial crude oil inventories increased by 15.99 million barrels to 435.80 million barrels, a month - on - month increase of 3.81%; SPR replenishment was 0.00 million barrels to 415.44 million barrels, a month - on - month increase of 0.00%; gasoline inventories decreased by 1.01 million barrels to 254.83 million barrels, a month - on - month decrease of 0.40%; diesel inventories increased by 0.25 million barrels to 120.35 million barrels, a month - on - month increase of 0.21%; fuel oil inventories decreased by 0.11 million barrels to 23.04 million barrels, a month - on - month decrease of 0.46%; aviation kerosene inventories decreased by 1.44 million barrels to 42.34 million barrels, a month - on - month decrease of 3.29% [2]. - **Strategy Viewpoint**: Take profits on rallies and focus on mid - term layout [3]. Methanol - **Market Information**: Regional spot prices: Jiangsu changed by - 37 yuan/ton, Lunan by 0 yuan/ton, Henan by - 20 yuan/ton, Hebei by 20 yuan/ton, and Inner Mongolia by - 37.5 yuan/ton. The main futures contract changed by (55.00) yuan/ton, at 2210 yuan/ton, and the MTO profit changed by 72 yuan [5]. - **Strategy Viewpoint**: Go long on dips from a mid - term perspective [6]. Urea - **Market Information**: Regional spot price changes: Shandong changed by 10 yuan/ton, Henan by 0 yuan/ton, Hebei by 30 yuan/ton, Hubei by 10 yuan/ton, Jiangsu by 10 yuan/ton, Shanxi by 10 yuan/ton, and Northeast by 0 yuan/ton. The overall basis was reported at - 36 yuan/ton. The main futures contract changed by - 2 yuan/ton, at 1836 yuan/ton [8]. - **Strategy Viewpoint**: Short - allocate [9]. Rubber - **Market Information**: Rubber futures increased in volume and price, with a bullish technical pattern. Thai natural rubber spot prices generally followed the increase, but the spot price increases of butadiene and butadiene rubber were relatively small. Bulls and bears presented different views. Bulls were optimistic due to macro - level expectations, seasonal expectations, and demand expectations, while bears were pessimistic due to weak demand. As of February 12, 2026, the operating load of all - steel tires of Shandong tire enterprises was 44.24%, 16.70 percentage points lower than the previous week and 18.19 percentage points lower than the same period last year. The operating load of semi - steel tires of domestic tire enterprises was 62.47%, 10.95 percentage points lower than the previous week and 11.01 percentage points lower than the same period last year. As of February 8, 2026, China's natural rubber social inventory was 129.6 tons, a month - on - month increase of 1.5 tons, an increase of 1.2%. As of February 24, 2026, the natural rubber inventory in Qingdao increased by 6.28 tons to 67.21 tons compared with before the Spring Festival [12][13]. - **Strategy Viewpoint**: Trade short - term on the disk, set stop - losses, and enter and exit quickly. If RU is below 17,000, be cautious. For hedging, buy the NR main contract and short RU2609 [15]. PVC - **Market Information**: The PVC05 contract fell 108 yuan, at 4855 yuan. The spot price of Changzhou SG - 5 was 4680 (- 40) yuan/ton, the basis was - 175 (+ 68) yuan/ton, and the 5 - 9 spread was - 137 (- 6) yuan/ton. The cost of calcium carbide in Wuhai was reported at 2300 (0) yuan/ton, the price of medium - grade semi - coke was 735 (- 50) yuan/ton, ethylene was 705 (0) US dollars/ton, and the spot price of caustic soda was 631 (+ 2) yuan/ton. The overall PVC operating rate was 80.1%, a month - on - month increase of 0.8%; among them, the calcium carbide method was 81.6%, a month - on - month increase of 0.8%; the ethylene method was 76.5%, a month - on - month increase of 1%. The overall downstream operating rate was 13%, a month - on - month decrease of 28.5%. The in - factory inventory was 31.2 tons (+ 2.4), and the social inventory was 125.4 tons (+ 2.7) [17]. - **Strategy Viewpoint**: The fundamentals are poor, with strong supply and weak demand in the domestic market [18]. Pure Benzene & Styrene - **Market Information**: In terms of fundamentals, the cost of East China pure benzene was 6108 yuan/ton, with no change. The closing price of the active pure benzene contract was 6152 yuan/ton, a decrease of 5 yuan/ton. The pure benzene basis was - 44 yuan/ton, narrowing by 22 yuan/ton. In the spot - futures market, the spot price of styrene was 7575 yuan/ton, a decrease of 25 yuan/ton; the closing price of the active styrene contract was 7578 yuan/ton, a decrease of 24 yuan/ton; the basis was - 86 yuan/ton, weakening by 1 yuan/ton; the BZN spread was 153.62 yuan/ton, a decrease of 12.5 yuan/ton; the profit of non - integrated EB plants was - 213.975 yuan/ton, a decrease of 44.125 yuan/ton; the EB consecutive 1 - consecutive 2 spread was 69 yuan/ton, narrowing by 19 yuan/ton. The upstream operating rate was 69.96%, an increase of 0.68%. The inventory at Jiangsu ports was 10.86 tons, an increase of 0.80 tons. The weighted operating rate of three S products in the demand side was 40.79%, an increase of 0.23%. The PS operating rate was 55.20%, a decrease of 0.40%; the EPS operating rate was 56.24%, an increase of 2.98%; the ABS operating rate was 64.40%, a decrease of 1.70% [20]. - **Strategy Viewpoint**: The non - integrated profit of styrene is moderately high, and the upward valuation repair space is shrinking. As the non - integrated profit of styrene has been significantly repaired, gradually take profits [21]. Polyethylene - **Market Information**: From a fundamental perspective, the closing price of the main contract was 6668 yuan/ton, a decrease of 133 yuan/ton. The spot price was 6535 yuan/ton, a decrease of 100 yuan/ton. The basis was - 133 yuan/ton, strengthening by 33 yuan/ton. The upstream operating rate was 87.03%, a month - on - month decrease of 0.27%. In terms of weekly inventory, the inventory of production enterprises was 37.97 tons, a month - on - month increase of 5.67 tons, and the inventory of traders was 2.32 tons, a month - on - month decrease of 0.23 tons. The average downstream operating rate was 33.73%, a month - on - month decrease of 4.03%. The LL5 - 9 spread was - 74 yuan/ton, narrowing by 11 yuan/ton [23]. - **Strategy Viewpoint**: The futures price has declined. The "moderate production increase" of OPEC+ has led to an upward - trending crude oil price. The PE valuation still has downward space, and the pressure on the disk from the historical high of warehouse receipts has eased. The supply in the first half of 2026 is relatively stable, and the demand is in the off - season [24]. Polypropylene - **Market Information**: From a fundamental perspective, the closing price of the main contract was 6675 yuan/ton, a decrease of 60 yuan/ton. The spot price was 6705 yuan/ton, a decrease of 30 yuan/ton. The basis was 45 yuan/ton, strengthening by 30 yuan/ton. The upstream operating rate was 74.9%, a month - on - month decrease of 0.01%. In terms of weekly inventory, the inventory of production enterprises was 41.58 tons, a month - on - month increase of 1.49 tons, the inventory of traders was 18.32 tons, a month - on - month decrease of 0.02 tons, and the port inventory was 6.37 tons, a month - on - month decrease of 0.03 tons. The average downstream operating rate was 49.84%, a month - on - month decrease of 2.24%. The LL - PP spread was - 7 yuan/ton, narrowing by 73 yuan/ton. The PP5 - 9 spread was - 17 yuan/ton, widening by 10 yuan/ton [25][26]. - **Strategy Viewpoint**: The futures price has risen. The EIA monthly report predicts a slight reduction in global oil inventories, and the supply - surplus situation may ease. There are no production capacity expansion plans in the first half of 2026, and the demand is seasonally volatile. In the context of weak supply and demand, the inventory pressure is high, and it is advisable to go long on the PP5 - 9 spread on dips [27]. PX - **Market Information**: The PX05 contract fell 50 yuan, at 7382 yuan. The PX CFR increased by 2 US dollars, at 931 US dollars. The basis was 47 yuan (+ 56) after conversion according to the RMB central parity rate, and the 5 - 7 spread was - 12 yuan (- 14). In terms of PX load, the Chinese load was 92.4%, a month - on - month increase of 0.4%; the Asian load was 84.9%, a month - on - month increase of 1.2%. In terms of equipment, there were few domestic changes. The maintenance plan of Jinling Petrochemical was postponed, and Zhejiang Petrochemical planned to shut down one production line for maintenance in March. Overseas, a plant in Kuwait restarted. The PTA load was 76.6%, a month - on - month increase of 1.8%. In terms of equipment, one unit of Yisheng New Materials was operating at 50% capacity, and one unit was restarted. In terms of imports, South Korea exported 33.9 tons of PX to China in the first and middle ten - days of February, a year - on - year increase of 12.4 tons. In terms of inventory, the inventory at the end of December was 465 tons, a month - on - month increase of 19 tons. In terms of valuation and cost, PXN was 313 US dollars (- 7), South Korean PX - MX was 158 US dollars (+ 6), and the naphtha crack spread was 97 US dollars (+ 4) [29]. - **Strategy Viewpoint**: The current load is high, and downstream PTA has many maintenance plans, so it is expected to maintain a stock - building pattern before the maintenance season. The mid - term outlook is good, and there are opportunities to go long on dips following crude oil [30]. PTA - **Market Information**: The PTA05 contract fell 52 yuan, at 5260 yuan. The East China spot price fell 50 yuan, at 5235 yuan. The basis was - 63 yuan (0), and the 5 - 9 spread was - 10 yuan (- 24). The PTA load was 76.6%, a month - on - month increase of 1.8%. In terms of equipment, one unit of Yisheng New Materials was operating at 50% capacity, and one unit was restarted. The downstream load was 79.7%, a month - on - month increase of 2.1%. In terms of equipment, multiple units of Xin Fengming were under maintenance, a 25 - ton bottle chip unit in East China was under maintenance, and multiple units of filament and staple fiber were restarted. The terminal texturing load increased by 3% to 8%, and the loom load increased by 12% to 12%. In terms of inventory, the social inventory (excluding credit warehouse receipts) on February 24 was 250.2 tons, a month - on - month increase of 23.9 tons. In terms of valuation and cost, the PTA spot processing fee fell 54 yuan to 362 yuan, and the disk processing fee fell 20 yuan to 417 yuan [32]. - **Strategy Viewpoint**: The supply will maintain high - level maintenance in the short term,

1. Report Industry Investment Rating There is no information about the industry investment rating in the report. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - The price of crude oil continued to be highly volatile due to the Iran - US peace talks, and the downstream of the chemical industry steadily resumed work. The chemical industry followed crude oil into a weak adjustment pattern, with olefins performing significantly weaker than aromatics. The downstream of the industrial chain is steadily resuming work, and the raw material start - up has little change overall. The spring maintenance generally starts from March to May. The report expects that crude oil will continue to have high volatility, and chemical prices will continue to fluctuate and consolidate [2]. 3. Summary According to the Catalog 3.1 Market Views - **Crude Oil**: The next round of Iran - US negotiations will be held in early March, and geopolitics dominates the short - term market. The supply of crude oil is in a loose pattern this year, and the Brent spread has weakened significantly. Currently, the oil price is in the stage of geopolitical premium fermentation dominated by the Iran - US situation. The short - term outlook is for a volatile market [9]. - **Asphalt**: The asphalt futures price fluctuates in a narrow range. The long - term supply of asphalt raw materials is abundant. The current market focuses on the progress of the Iran - US negotiations, and the asphalt cracking spread has decreased significantly. The high - profit may drive refineries to switch to alternative raw materials, and the supply of heavy oil is expected to be loose, which may drive the asphalt futures price down. The asphalt inventory is accumulating, and the long - term valuation is expected to decline. The medium - term outlook is for a volatile market [9][10]. - **High - Sulfur Fuel Oil**: The fuel oil futures price still has a relatively high geopolitical premium. The US is helping Venezuela increase oil production, and the supply of heavy oil is expected to surge in the long - term, putting pressure on high - sulfur fuel oil. In the short - term, the market still highly focuses on the progress of the Iran - US negotiations. Once an agreement is reached, it may have a greater negative impact on high - sulfur fuel oil. The medium - term outlook is for a volatile market [10]. - **Low - Sulfur Fuel Oil**: Low - sulfur fuel oil fluctuates with crude oil. The decline in fuel oil exports from Brazil, Kuwait, and Nigeria in February has alleviated the oversupply expectation of low - sulfur fuel oil. Although low - sulfur fuel oil faces negative factors such as the decline in shipping demand, green energy substitution, and high - sulfur substitution, its current valuation is low and it is expected to follow the changes in crude oil. The medium - term outlook is for a volatile market [13]. - **PX**: The Asian PX price is generally firm, but the domestic market sentiment is poor, and the PX futures price has declined. The maintenance of some devices has been implemented, and the market expectations have been realized. It is expected that the high - supply pressure of PX in March will be alleviated, and the demand support from downstream PTA devices is increasing. The short - term price of PX will fluctuate under the resonance of cost support and market sentiment, and the medium - term logic of buying on dips remains. The medium - term outlook is for a volatile market [15]. - **PTA**: Some PTA devices have restarted earlier than expected, and the spot profit is under pressure in the short - term. With the restart of some devices, the PTA load is expected to increase in the short - term, and the factory inventory has increased significantly. It is expected that the price will remain at a high level in the short - term. The medium - term outlook is for a volatile market [16][17]. - **Pure Benzene**: The price of pure benzene fluctuates. Before the festival, the downstream replenishment of pure benzene basically ended, and the trading became lighter. After the festival, pure benzene opened higher to make up for the increase. The fundamentals of pure benzene may be in a transition period, and the inventory pressure is still large, but it is expected to improve in Q1 compared with Q4. The medium - term outlook is for a volatile market [21]. - **Styrene**: Styrene fluctuates due to seasonal inventory accumulation and crude oil fluctuations. Before the festival, the supply - demand of styrene became more relaxed, and the price declined. After the festival, the styrene futures price increased to make up for the increase. Attention should be paid to the inventory accumulation during the festival, the restart of some devices, and the resumption of work of downstream enterprises. The medium - term outlook is for a volatile market [22]. - **Ethylene Glycol**: The price of ethylene glycol rebounds limitedly due to supply - demand pressure, and the support at the bottom is increasing. The inventory pressure of ethylene glycol ports is relatively large, and the supply remains at a high level in the short - term, resulting in price pressure. In the medium - term, there is a weak improvement expectation in March and April, and the price has limited downward space. The short - term price will be in the range of 3600 - 3900 yuan/ton. The medium - term outlook is for a volatile market [24][26]. - **Polyester Staple Fiber**: The downstream orders of polyester staple fiber have not recovered, and the driving force is limited. The price of polyester raw materials has回调, and polyester staple fiber has followed the decline. The downstream yarn mills' load has increased rapidly, but the post - festival orders are still few, and the raw material procurement is mostly on the sidelines. The short - term price will follow the upstream and maintain a volatile trend, and the processing fee has stronger support at the bottom. The medium - term outlook is for a volatile market [27][28]. - **Polyester Bottle Chips**: The driving force of polyester bottle chips is limited, and it follows passively. The price of upstream polyester raw materials has declined, and the price of polyester bottle chips has followed the weak fluctuation. The trading atmosphere in the polyester bottle chip market has improved. The short - term price is expected to continue to follow the raw material cost. The medium - term outlook is for a volatile market [29][30]. - **Methanol**: Overseas geopolitical disturbances continue, and methanol fluctuates widely. The price of methanol has declined weakly. The inventory of the inland market is increasing, and the coastal market is still under high - inventory pressure. The Iranian methanol devices are expected to resume production in March. The market sentiment is affected by the macro - situation, and the futures price is weak. The medium - term outlook is for a volatile market [31]. - **Urea**: There is a co - existence of demand support and price - guidance pressure, and urea fluctuates and consolidates. The supply and demand of urea have both increased. The daily production of the industry is stable at a high level, and the agricultural demand for spring plowing in some regions is supporting, and the industrial demand is expected to increase steadily. The spot price is close to the price - guidance upper limit, and the new orders are more cautious. The medium - term outlook is for a volatile market [32]. - **Plastic**: The downstream of plastic gradually resumes work after the festival, and it fluctuates. The oil price fluctuates, and the commodity sentiment has improved after the festival. The inventory pressure in the middle of the plastic industry is not large, and the demand is in the transition between peak and off - peak seasons. There is still an expectation of macro - consumption policy support. The medium - term outlook is for a volatile market [35]. - **PP**: There are slight disturbances in the propane end, and PP fluctuates. The oil price fluctuates, and there are short - term disturbances in overseas propane, which indirectly boosts PP. The PDH profit of PP refineries is still under pressure, and the downstream is in the transition between peak and off - peak seasons. The resumption of work progress needs to be observed. There is still an expectation of macro - consumption policy support. The medium - term outlook is for a volatile market [36]. - **PL**: The powder profit is still under pressure, and PL fluctuates. Enterprises generally maintain stable prices, and high - price goods are under pressure. The downstream users purchase on a need - to - buy basis, and the short - term powder profit is weak. The downstream factories are expected to resume work around the Lantern Festival. The medium - term outlook is for a volatile market [37]. - **PVC**: The fundamental driving force is insufficient, and PVC may fluctuate. Geopolitical factors affect the commodity market sentiment. The upstream of PVC will have spring maintenance, but the "rush for exports" will cool down, and the high inventory is difficult to reduce smoothly. The medium - term outlook is for a volatile market [38]. - **Caustic Soda**: The cost has decreased, and caustic soda is under cautious pressure. Geopolitical factors affect the commodity market sentiment. The high inventory still suppresses the market, and the short - term futures price is mainly priced by cost. The comprehensive cost of caustic soda has decreased. The medium - term outlook is for a volatile market [39]. 3.2 Variety Data Monitoring - **Energy and Chemical Daily Index Monitoring** - **Inter - period Spread**: The report provides the inter - period spreads of various varieties such as Brent, Dubai, PX, PTA, MEG, etc., including the latest values and changes [41]. - **Basis and Warehouse Receipts**: It shows the basis and warehouse receipts of varieties like asphalt, high - sulfur fuel oil, low - sulfur fuel oil, etc., along with their changes [42]. - **Inter - variety Spread**: The inter - variety spreads of different varieties are presented, including the latest values and changes [43]. - **Chemical Basis and Spread Monitoring** - Although there are headings for various varieties such as methanol, urea, styrene, etc., there is no specific content provided in the report.