Report Summary 1. Investment Rating No investment rating for the industry is provided in the report. 2. Core Views - The alumina market may see a slight increase in both supply and demand. Costs are supported, and supply expectations are improved by policies. Suggest light - position and oscillatory trading [2]. - The electrolytic aluminum market may face a situation of slightly increasing supply and weak demand, with accumulating industrial inventory. The option market is bullish. Suggest light - position and oscillatory trading [2]. - The cast aluminum market may be in a stage of slightly shrinking supply and weak demand in the off - season, with accumulating industrial inventory. Suggest light - position and oscillatory trading [2]. 3. Summary by Directory 3.1 Futures Market - **Prices and Spreads**: The closing price of the Shanghai Aluminum main contract is 20,700 yuan/ton, up 15 yuan; the alumina futures main contract closes at 3,182 yuan/ton, up 12 yuan; the LME electrolytic aluminum three - month quote is 2,615 dollars/ton, up 4.5 dollars. The spreads of some contracts show various changes [2]. - **Open Interest**: The open interest of the Shanghai Aluminum main contract is 215,510 hands, down 6,228 hands; the alumina main contract is 114,892 hands, down 7,074 hands [2]. - **Inventory**: The LME aluminum inventory is 470,575 tons, up 1,075 tons; the Shanghai Aluminum SHFE inventory is 113,614 tons, down 3,913 tons; the alumina total inventory is 85,472 tons, up 38,284 tons [2]. 3.2 Spot Market - **Prices**: The Shanghai Non - ferrous A00 aluminum price is 20,630 yuan/ton, down 20 yuan; the alumina spot price in Shanghai Non - ferrous is 3,220 yuan/ton, unchanged [2]. - **Basis**: The basis of cast aluminum alloy is 115 yuan/ton, down 595 yuan; the basis of electrolytic aluminum is - 70 yuan/ton, down 35 yuan [2]. 3.3 Upstream Situation - **Production and Utilization**: The alumina production is 774.93 tons, up 26.13 tons; the capacity utilization rate is 84.75%, up 0.45%. The demand for alumina in the electrolytic aluminum part is 696.19 tons, down 23.83 tons [2]. - **Import and Export**: The import of alumina is 10.13 tons, up 3.38 tons; the export is 17.00 tons, down 4.00 tons. The import of aluminum scrap and waste is 155,616.27 tons, down 4,084.65 tons; the export is 64.33 tons, down 8.11 tons [2]. 3.4 Industry Situation - **Production and Capacity**: The electrolytic aluminum total capacity is 4,523.20 tons, up 2.50 tons; the production of aluminum products is 587.37 tons, up 11.17 tons; the production of recycled aluminum alloy ingots is 61.89 tons, up 0.29 tons [2]. - **Import and Export**: The export of unwrought aluminum and aluminum products is 54.20 tons, up 5.20 tons; the export of aluminum alloy is 2.58 tons, up 0.16 tons [2]. 3.5 Downstream and Application - **Production**: The production of automobiles is 280.86 million vehicles, up 16.66 million vehicles; the production of aluminum alloy is 166.90 tons, up 2.40 tons [2]. - **Market Index**: The National Housing Prosperity Index is 93.60, down 0.11 [2]. 3.6 Option Situation - **Volatility**: The 20 - day historical volatility of Shanghai Aluminum is 7.78%, down 1.51%; the 40 - day historical volatility is 8.69%, down 0.01%. The implied volatility of the Shanghai Aluminum main contract at - the - money is 8.77%, up 0.0005 [2]. - **Ratio**: The put - call ratio of Shanghai Aluminum options is 1.15, up 0.0039 [2]. 3.7 Industry News - **Economic Data**: In July, the CPI环比 turned from a 0.1% decline to a 0.4% increase, and the PPI环比 decline narrowed by 0.2 percentage points [2]. - **Trade Forecast**: The WTO expects the global goods trade volume to grow by 0.9% in 2025 [2]. - **Policy Statements**: Fed Governor Bowman supports three interest rate cuts this year; US Treasury Secretary Bentsen comments on Trump's tariff policy and the Fed chair [2]. - **Consumption Promotion**: The "Thousands of Counties and Ten Thousand Towns" new - energy vehicle consumption season starts, and in July, the production and retail of new - energy vehicles show significant growth [2].

Report Industry Investment Rating - Not provided in the given content Core Viewpoints of the Report - China's economic data is positive, and there are hopes of a Fed rate cut, leading to a generally strong and volatile trend in non - ferrous metals [1][2] - Different non - ferrous metals have different market performances. For example, copper is expected to maintain a high - level volatile trend, aluminum is in an upward trend with short - term volatility, and zinc has limited upward momentum [2] Summary by Relevant Catalogs Main Variety Views Copper - China's positive economic data, Fed rate - cut expectations, and low inventory provide high - level support for copper prices, but it is in the off - season, and short - term upward driving force is insufficient. It is expected to maintain a volatile trend in the range of 78,000 - 79,500 yuan/ton. Suggested operations are range trading or waiting and seeing [2] Aluminum - The rainy season in Guinea affects bauxite mining and transportation, supporting ore prices. Alumina production capacity and inventory are both increasing. Aluminum prices are in an upward trend but with short - term volatility. It is recommended to go long on dips in August [2] Zinc - Zinc concentrate supply is loose, and domestic demand is weak in the off - season. Zinc prices are expected to have limited upward momentum, with the main contract operating in the range of 22,000 - 23,000 yuan/ton. Suggested operation is range trading [2] Lead - LME and Comex lead inventories have decreased, and domestic supply and demand are basically balanced. Lead prices are expected to maintain a volatile trend, and it is recommended to go long on dips in the range of 16,500 - 17,200 yuan/ton [2] Nickel - In the medium and long term, the nickel industry has an oversupply situation. It is recommended to hold short positions moderately on rallies, with the main contract operating in the range of 118,000 - 124,000 yuan/ton. Stainless steel is recommended for range trading in the range of 12,600 - 13,100 yuan/ton [3] Tin - In the off - season, demand is weak, and prices are volatile. Tin ore supply improvement is limited, and it is recommended for range trading, with the reference range for the Shanghai Tin 09 contract being 255,000 - 275,000 yuan/ton [3] Industrial Silicon - Production and inventory data show mixed trends. It is expected to be weakly volatile, and it is recommended to wait and see. Polysilicon has high risks, and it is also recommended to wait and see [3] Carbonate Lithium - Due to mine - end production disruptions, prices are strong. It is expected that short - term prices will be supported, and it is recommended for cautious trading [3] Non - ferrous Metal Inventory - Different non - ferrous metals have different inventory trends. For example, copper's global inventory has increased week - on - week, while tin's global inventory has decreased week - on - week [7] Macro - economic Data - China's July service industry PMI continued to expand, and exports increased year - on - year. The US service industry PMI was close to stagnation in July [9][11][14] Market Trends and Key Data Tracking - Each non - ferrous metal has corresponding price trend charts and key data tracking, such as copper's LME copper (spot/three - month) premium and discount, Shanghai copper's inter - period spread curve, etc. [30][31]

Report Industry Investment Ratings - Not provided in the given content Core Views - **Domestic Economy**: In July, China's export performance was strong, with non-US countries supporting exports and electromechanical products showing competitive advantages. However, future export growth is expected to decline gradually, and the decision - makers' policies are expected to improve the price index [2]. - **RMB Exchange Rate**: The US dollar is weak, and non - US currencies are generally strong. The short - term exchange rate between the US dollar and the RMB is expected to be supported in the range of 7.15 - 7.23, with a likely anchor at 7.20 [3]. - **Stock Index**: The domestic economic data did not exceed market expectations, and the short - term market is expected to continue the trend of shrinking volume and oscillation. Wait for the release of domestic financial data and US inflation data [5]. - **Treasury Bonds**: The liquidity has improved, and the primary market situation is better than expected. It is recommended to hold long positions [6]. - **Container Shipping**: The SCFI European line continues to decline. The futures price is expected to be in a volatile or slightly declining trend in the short - to - medium term [8]. - **Precious Metals**: Gold and silver are expected to be bullish in the medium - to - long term and strong in the short term. It is recommended to buy on dips [12]. - **Aluminum Industry Chain**: Aluminum prices are expected to fluctuate at a high level, alumina is expected to be in a weak oscillation, and casting aluminum alloy is expected to oscillate [13][14][15]. - **Nickel and Stainless Steel**: The nickel and stainless - steel market is expected to oscillate in the range of 118,000 - 126,000 yuan/ton and 12,500 - 13,100 yuan/ton respectively [16]. - **Lithium Carbonate**: The supply of lithium resources is expected to tighten, and investors need to be cautious about holding positions [17]. - **Industrial Silicon and Polysilicon**: Industrial silicon is expected to be in a volatile and slightly upward state, and polysilicon is expected to be in a wide - range oscillation [21]. - **Black Metals**: Steel products are expected to be in a volatile and slightly upward state in the short term, and iron ore is in a narrow - range oscillation. Coal and coke are not pessimistic in the medium - to - long term, and ferroalloys are recommended to be lightly bought on dips [22][24][28]. - **Energy and Chemicals**: Crude oil is at risk of decline, LPG remains in a loose situation, PTA - PX is recommended to expand the processing fee, ethylene glycol is recommended to be bought on dips, methanol 09 is weak, PP and PE are in an oscillatory state, PVC is to be short - allocated, pure benzene and styrene have weak short - term unilateral drives, fuel oil is weak, low - sulfur fuel oil is dragged down by crude oil, asphalt is in a weak oscillation, urea is in a weak oscillation, and glass, soda ash, and caustic soda are in a game between reality and expectation [30][32][37][40][42][43][46][48][50] Summary by Relevant Catalogs Macro - **Domestic**: In July, China's CPI was flat year - on - year, and the decline of PPI narrowed. The export was strong, and the decision - makers introduced a series of livelihood policies [1][2]. - **Overseas**: The US non - farm payrolls data was revised downwards, and the market's expectation of the Fed's interest rate cut increased. There were various international events such as potential US - Russia cease - fire agreements and tariff policies [1] RMB Exchange Rate - **Market Performance**: The on - shore RMB against the US dollar depreciated. The US dollar index was weak, and non - US currencies were strong [2][3] - **Influencing Factors**: The market's expectation of the Fed's interest rate cut, the US domestic economic situation, China's export performance, and the central bank's guidance [3][4] Stock Index - **Market Review**: The stock index oscillated, and the trading volume decreased. The futures index volume decreased, and the bullish sentiment declined [5] - **Influencing Factors**: Domestic economic data, policy support, and the upcoming release of financial and inflation data [5] Treasury Bonds - **Market Performance**: Treasury futures opened high and closed low, then rebounded. The liquidity improved, and the primary market situation was better than expected [5][6] - **Influencing Factors**: Liquidity improvement, the issuance of local bonds, and the impact of VAT adjustment [6] Container Shipping - **Market Performance**: The container shipping index (European line) futures oscillated, and the SCFI European line continued to decline [7][8] - **Influencing Factors**: Shipping company performance, geopolitical risks, and shipping company price adjustments [8] Precious Metals - **Market Performance**: Gold and silver prices fluctuated, affected by tariff policies and Fed news. Fund positions and inventory changed [9][10][11] - **Influencing Factors**: US tariff policies, Fed interest rate cut expectations, and China's gold reserve increase [9][10] Aluminum Industry Chain - **Aluminum**: The price oscillated, affected by inventory and the approaching peak season [13] - **Alumina**: The supply was excessive, the price was under pressure, and the cost was the support [14] - **Casting Aluminum Alloy**: The supply and demand were good, and the price followed the aluminum price [15] Nickel and Stainless Steel - **Market Performance**: The prices oscillated, and the fundamentals provided some support [16] - **Influencing Factors**: Supply and demand of nickel ore, nickel iron, and stainless steel, and macro - level factors such as tariffs and interest rate cut expectations [16] Lithium Carbonate - **Market Performance**: The futures price rose, and the inventory increased [16][17] - **Influencing Factors**: Mine - end news, production and demand of the lithium battery industry chain, and the suspension of mining operations [16][17] Industrial Silicon and Polysilicon - **Market Performance**: The prices oscillated, and the production and demand of the industry changed [17][18][19] - **Influencing Factors**: Production capacity changes, market demand, and the adjustment of registered brands [18][19][20] Black Metals - **Steel Products**: The prices oscillated, and the supply and demand were affected by production restrictions and market demand [22] - **Iron Ore**: The price oscillated in a narrow range, and the supply and demand were affected by coal prices and steel demand [22][23][24] - **Coal and Coke**: The prices oscillated strongly, and the supply and demand were affected by production inspections, imports, and downstream demand [24][25] - **Ferroalloys**: The prices fluctuated with coal prices, and the supply and demand were affected by steel production and raw material supply [26][27][28] Energy and Chemicals - **Crude Oil**: The price declined, and the supply and demand were affected by seasonal factors and geopolitical events [28][29][30] - **LPG**: The price was under pressure, and the supply was loose while the demand was slightly improved [31][32] - **PTA - PX**: The price followed the cost, and there was a supply - demand gap in August [32][33] - **Ethylene Glycol**: The price oscillated, and the supply and demand were in a weak balance [36] - **Methanol**: The 09 contract was weak, and the port inventory increased [37][38] - **PP and PE**: The prices oscillated, and the supply and demand were in a state of change [39][40][42] - **PVC**: The price was high - valued and high - inventory, and it was recommended to be short - allocated [43] - **Pure Benzene and Styrene**: The short - term unilateral drive was weak, and the supply and demand situation was different [43][44][46] - **Fuel Oil and Low - Sulfur Fuel Oil**: The prices were affected by supply, demand, and inventory factors [46] - **Asphalt**: The price was in a weak oscillation, and the supply and demand were affected by weather and funds [47][48] - **Urea**: The price was in a weak oscillation, and the supply and demand were affected by export and agricultural demand [49][50] - **Glass, Soda Ash, and Caustic Soda**: The prices were in a game between reality and expectation, and the supply and demand were different [50][51][53]

Report Industry Investment Rating No information provided in the content. Core Viewpoints - The price of bauxite is supported by the rainy season in Guinea and the uncertainty of a large mine's复产. The operating capacity of alumina and electrolytic aluminum is increasing steadily, while the downstream demand of aluminum is affected by the off - season and the decline of PV installation rush. The aluminum price rebounds at the support level but still faces inventory accumulation pressure, and is expected to fluctuate in the short term. It is recommended to buy on dips in August [3]. - For alumina, it is recommended to wait and see; for Shanghai aluminum and cast aluminum alloy, they are expected to fluctuate in the short term, and it is recommended to buy on dips in August [4]. Summary by Directory 1. Weekly Viewpoint - **Fundamental Analysis**: The mainstream transaction price of Guinea's bulk bauxite remains stable at $74 per dry ton. The rainy season in Guinea affects bauxite mining and transportation, and the resumption of a large mine encounters variables. The operating capacity of alumina increases by 700,000 tons to 95.35 million tons, and the national alumina inventory increases by 42,000 tons to 3.285 million tons. The operating capacity of electrolytic aluminum increases by 30,000 tons to 44.259 million tons. The domestic downstream processing enterprise's operating rate rises by 0.1% to 58.7%, but shows a weakening trend due to the off - season and PV factors. The aluminum ingot inventory accumulates, and the aluminum rod inventory decreases. The market for recycled cast aluminum alloy is in the off - season, and the overall operating rate continues to decline. The aluminum price rebounds at the support level but is expected to fluctuate in the short term, and it is recommended to buy on dips in August [3]. - **Strategy Suggestion**: For alumina, it is recommended to wait and see; for Shanghai aluminum and cast aluminum alloy, they are expected to fluctuate in the short term, and it is recommended to buy on dips in August [4]. 2. Macro - economic Indicators No text summary information provided, only some charts about US Treasury yields, US dollar index, and RMB exchange rate are presented [6][7]. 3. Bauxite - The supply of domestic bauxite is tightening, and the prices in Shanxi and Henan remain stable due to strengthened safety supervision and environmental inspections, as well as frequent rainfall. The mainstream transaction price of Guinea's bulk bauxite remains stable at $74 per dry ton, and the bauxite shipping volume shows a downward trend due to the rainy season and the uncertainty of a large mine's resumption [10]. 4. Alumina - As of last Friday, the built - in capacity of alumina is 113.02 million tons, with a weekly increase of 100,000 tons; the operating capacity is 95.35 million tons, with a weekly increase of 700,000 tons, and the operating rate is 84.4%. The domestic spot weighted price is 3,289.3 yuan per ton, with a weekly increase of 10.6 yuan per ton. The national alumina inventory is 3.285 million tons, with a weekly increase of 42,000 tons. Newly invested capacities in Shandong, Guangxi, and the north are gradually contributing to production. Some alumina enterprises are under maintenance [14]. 5. Alumina Important High - frequency Data No text summary information provided, only some charts about alumina basis, inventory, north - south price difference, and shipping volume are presented [16][17][18][19]. 6. Electrolytic Aluminum - As of last Friday, the built - in capacity of electrolytic aluminum is 45.232 million tons, remaining unchanged weekly; the operating capacity is 44.259 million tons, with a weekly increase of 30,000 tons. The operating capacity of electrolytic aluminum increases steadily, with the remaining small - scale capacity in Guizhou Anshun resuming production, the replacement capacity of Yunnan Aluminum Yixin being put into production, and the technical transformation project of Baise Yinhai gradually resuming power - on production [23]. 7. Electrolytic Aluminum Important High - frequency Data No text summary information provided, only some charts about aluminum rod processing fees, Shanghai aluminum forward curve,动力煤 prices, and aluminum import profit are presented [25]. 8. Inventory No text summary information provided, only some charts about aluminum rod, aluminum ingot, SHFE aluminum futures, and LME aluminum inventories are presented [27][28][29][30]. 9. Cast Aluminum Alloy - The operating rate of leading recycled aluminum alloy enterprises remains stable at 53.1% weekly. The market is in the off - season, and downstream enterprises in the southwest and south China are on high - temperature holidays. Although the orders of large sample factories are relatively stable, the overall operating rate continues to decline [33]. 10. Cast Aluminum Alloy Important High - frequency Data No text summary information provided, only some charts about cast aluminum alloy prices, forward curve, price difference, and import profit are presented [35][37][38][39]. 11. Downstream开工 - **Aluminum Profiles**: The operating rate of leading aluminum profile enterprises decreases by 0.5% to 49.5% weekly. Industrial profiles, especially automotive and PV profiles, show a weakening trend, and construction profiles have low order volumes due to weak terminal demand [43]. - **Aluminum Plates and Strips**: The operating rate of leading aluminum plate and strip enterprises increases by 0.8% to 64% weekly. Some downstream industries such as automotive, electronics 3C, and construction start to stock up for the peak season, but the industry has insufficient expectations for the peak - season stocking to boost consumption in August [43]. - **Aluminum Cables and Wires**: The operating rate of domestic leading cable enterprises remains stable at 61.8% weekly. Some grid orders need to be delivered, but some aluminum alloy cable orders are still average. There are significant differences in the shipment expectations of enterprises in August, and the traditional peak - season characteristics have not fully emerged [46]. - **Primary Aluminum Alloys**: The operating rate of leading primary aluminum alloy enterprises increases by 1% to 55.6% weekly. In the context of a significant decline in the output of primary aluminum processing sectors such as aluminum rods and aluminum poles, the primary aluminum alloy sector undertakes the task of aluminum - water alloying to some extent. The industry is in a weak and stable pattern due to weak demand in the off - season and the impact of high - temperature holidays [46].

Report Industry Investment Ratings No relevant information provided. Core Views of the Report Copper - Currently, the path of interest rate cuts is unclear. Without a significant improvement in interest rate cut expectations, the upward momentum of copper prices is insufficient. After the disappointment of US copper tariffs, the electrolytic copper market in non - US regions shows a pattern of "loosening supply expectations and weak actual demand", and the spot contradictions are gradually resolved. Copper pricing returns to macro trading, and it may still fluctuate within a range without significant macro disturbances. The reference range for the main contract is 77,000 - 79,000 [1]. Zinc - The TC of zinc ore has risen to 3,900 yuan/ton, but the growth rates of global mine output in May and domestic mine output in June are both lower than expected. The smelter's enthusiasm for resuming production is high, and the smelter's operating rate is stronger than the seasonality. The supply - side relaxation logic of the mine end is gradually transmitted to the smelting end, and the domestic refined zinc output in July exceeded expectations. The demand side is significantly suppressed by the strong disk price, and the downstream procurement enthusiasm is frustrated. The basic situation of "loose supply + weak demand" is not enough to boost the continuous rise of zinc prices, but the low inventory provides price support. It is expected that zinc prices will still operate in a shock in the short term, and the reference range for the main contract is 22,000 - 23,000 [4]. Aluminum - For alumina, the short - term price is supported to rebound, and the basis weakens, but the market will remain slightly oversupplied in the future, and the core driver lies in the continuous game between cost support and over - capacity. It is expected that the main contract will operate in the range of 3,000 - 3,400 in the short term. For aluminum, under the pressure of inventory accumulation expectations, weak demand, and macro disturbances, it is expected that the price will still be under pressure at a high level in the short term, and the reference range for the main contract this month is 20,000 - 21,000 [7]. Aluminum Alloy - The supply of scrap aluminum in the market is relatively tight, which provides certain support for recycled aluminum on the cost side. The demand side is continuously suppressed by the traditional off - season, and the subsequent weak demand situation will continue, which will continuously suppress the upward momentum of prices. It is expected that the disk will mainly fluctuate in a wide range, and the reference range for the main contract is 19,200 - 20,200 [8]. Tin - The actual supply of tin ore remains tight, and the processing fees of smelters continue to be at a low level. The demand is expected to be weak in the future. Attention should be paid to the resumption of tin ore imports from Myanmar in August. If the supply resumes smoothly, there is a large downward space for tin prices; if the supply recovery is less than expected, tin prices are expected to continue to fluctuate at a high level [9]. Nickel - Recently, the macro situation is temporarily stable, and the fundamentals do not change much. The medium - term supply is expected to be loose, which restricts the upward space of prices. It is expected that the disk will adjust within a range in the short term, and the reference range for the main contract is 118,000 - 126,000 [10]. Stainless Steel - Recently, the disk is mainly driven by policies and macro - emotions. The short - term sentiment is temporarily stable, but the policy support still exists, and the spot demand on the fundamentals does not drive significantly. It is expected that the disk will mainly fluctuate in the short term, and the reference range for the main contract is 12,600 - 13,200 [11]. Lithium Carbonate - The short - term suspension expectation of the market is fermenting, and the uncertainty on the supply side will inject trading variables into the disk. Currently, the supply - demand balance is in line with expectations. The upstream operating rate changes little, and the supply remains sufficient. The demand performance is stable. Recently, the market sentiment and news - surface disturbances dominate the disk trend. The main contract price is expected to fluctuate widely around 67,000 - 72,000. It is recommended to wait and see for unilateral trading without a position [13][14]. Summaries According to Relevant Catalogs Price and Spread Copper - SMM 1 electrolytic copper price is 78,350 yuan/ton, down 0.34% from the previous value; the SMM 1 electrolytic copper premium is 100 yuan/ton, down 30 yuan from the previous value. The month - to - month spreads such as 2508 - 2509 are - 10 yuan/ton [1]. Zinc - SMM 0 zinc ingot price is 22,330 yuan/ton, up 0.13% from the previous value; the import profit and loss is - 1,474 yuan/ton, up 75.56 yuan from the previous value. The month - to - month spreads such as 2508 - 2509 are - 25 yuan/ton [4]. Aluminum - SMM A00 aluminum price is 20,630 yuan/ton, up 0.54% from the previous value; the import profit and loss is - 1,294 yuan/ton, up 39.9 yuan from the previous value. The month - to - month spreads such as 2508 - 2509 are 30 yuan/ton [7]. Aluminum Alloy - SMM aluminum alloy ADC15 price is 20,150 yuan/ton, up 0.50% from the previous value. The month - to - month spreads such as 2511 - 2512 are 20 yuan/ton [8]. Tin - SMM 1 tin price is 267,600 yuan/ton, up 0.22% from the previous value; the LME 0 - 3 premium is - 42.00 US dollars/ton, down 3.00 US dollars from the previous value. The month - to - month spreads such as 2508 - 2509 are - 470 yuan/ton [9]. Nickel - SMM 1 electrolytic nickel price is 122,100 yuan/ton, up 0.16% from the previous value; the LME 0 - 3 is - 206 US dollars/ton, down 5 US dollars from the previous value. The month - to - month spreads such as 2509 - 2510 are - 100 yuan/ton [10]. Stainless Steel - 304/2B (Wuxi Hongwang 2.0 coil) price is 13,000 yuan/ton, unchanged from the previous value; the spot - futures spread is 235 yuan/ton, up 25 yuan from the previous value. The month - to - month spreads such as 2509 - 2510 are - 60 yuan/ton [11]. Lithium Carbonate - SMM battery - grade lithium carbonate average price is 70,950 yuan/ton, down 0.35% from the previous value; the basis (based on SMM battery - grade lithium carbonate) is 2,090 yuan/ton, down 1,810 yuan from the previous value. The month - to - month spreads such as 2508 - 2509 are - 400 yuan/ton [13]. Fundamental Data Copper - In July, the electrolytic copper output was 1.1743 million tons, up 3.47% month - on - month; in June, the electrolytic copper import volume was 300,500 tons, up 18.74% month - on - month. The domestic mainstream port copper concentrate inventory was 521,600 tons, down 7.01% week - on - week [1]. Zinc - In July, the refined zinc output was 602,800 tons, up 3.03% month - on - month; in June, the refined zinc import volume was 36,100 tons, up 34.97% month - on - month. The galvanizing operating rate was 56.77%, down 2.65% week - on - week [4]. Aluminum - In July, the alumina output was 7.6502 million tons, up 5.40% month - on - month; the electrolytic aluminum output was 3.7214 million tons, up 3.11% month - on - month. The aluminum profile operating rate was 50.00%, down 0.99% week - on - week [7]. Aluminum Alloy - In June, the output of recycled aluminum alloy ingots was 615,000 tons, up 1.49% month - on - month; the output of primary aluminum alloy ingots was 255,000 tons, down 2.30% month - on - month. The operating rate of recycled aluminum alloy was 53.60%, up 3.02% week - on - week [8]. Tin - In June, the tin ore import volume was 11,911 tons, down 11.44% month - on - month; the SMM refined tin output was 13,810 tons, down 6.94% month - on - month. The SHEF inventory was 7,671 tons, up 3.42% week - on - week [9]. Nickel - The domestic refined nickel output was 31,800 tons, down 10.04% month - on - month; the refined nickel import volume was 19,157 tons, up 116.90% month - on - month. The SHFE inventory was 25,451 tons, up 0.69% week - on - week [10]. Stainless Steel - The Chinese 300 - series stainless steel crude steel output (43 manufacturers) was 1.7133 million tons, down 3.83% month - on - month; the stainless steel import volume was 109,500 tons, down 12.48% month - on - month. The 300 - series social inventory (Wuxi + Foshan) was 514,800 tons, down 0.20% week - on - week [11]. Lithium Carbonate - In July, the lithium carbonate output was 81,530 tons, up 4.41% month - on - month; the battery - grade lithium carbonate output was 61,320 tons, up 6.40% month - on - month. The total lithium carbonate inventory in July was 97,846 tons, down 2.01% month - on - month [13].

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content found. 2. Core Views of the Report Copper - The path of interest rate cuts in the second half of the year remains unclear, inflation hasn't slowed due to tariffs, and employment is still weakening. Powell adopts a wait - and - see attitude towards the subsequent interest rate cut path. The result of Sino - US trade negotiations is an extension of 90 days, and the tariff result is yet to be further negotiated. The market's expectation of a 50% tariff on US electrolytic copper has failed, leading to a sharp decline in US copper prices and the end of the US - LME copper arbitrage. The upward momentum for non - US copper prices has ended. - During the traditional off - season, there is a stage of weak supply and demand. However, after the copper price drops, the spot trading improves marginally. The "tight mine supply + resilient demand" provides price support. - Without a clear interest rate cut path and significant improvement in interest rate cut expectations, the upward momentum of copper prices is insufficient. After the failure of the US copper tariff, the non - US electrolytic copper market shows a pattern of "loosening supply expectations and weak actual demand", and the spot contradictions are gradually resolved. Copper pricing returns to macro trading, and it may mainly fluctuate within a range. The main reference range is 77,000 - 79,000 [1]. Zinc - The zinc ore TC has risen to 3900 yuan/ton, but the global mine output growth in May and the domestic mine output growth in June are both lower than expected. - With TC entering an upward cycle and smelting profits being continuously repaired, smelters are highly motivated to resume production, and the smelter operating rate is stronger than the seasonal level. The supply of the mine end is gradually transmitted to the smelting end, and the domestic refined zinc output in July exceeded expectations. - The demand side is significantly suppressed by the rising disk price, and the downstream procurement enthusiasm is frustrated. The operating rates of the three primary processing industries are weak due to factors such as the rise and fall of ferrous metal prices and the off - season of demand. - The low spot premium and low inventory level provide price support, but the domestic social inventory may enter a replenishment cycle. In the short term, with the landing of domestic and foreign macro events, without substantial improvement in interest rate cut expectations and Sino - US economic macro expectations, the zinc price is expected to mainly fluctuate within a range, with the main reference range of 22,000 - 23,000 [4]. Aluminum - For alumina, the supply of bauxite in Guinea is expected to tighten due to the rainy - season barge transportation pressure, and the alumina futures warehouse receipt inventory is at a historical low, which supports the short - term price rebound and reduces the basis. However, the impact of "anti - involution" on the alumina industry is minimal except for the emotional aspect. The recovery of production capacity and new production due to profit repair will jointly increase the spot supply, and the market will remain slightly oversupplied. The future core driver lies in the continuous game between cost support and over - capacity. It is expected that the main contract will operate in the range of 3000 - 3400 in the short term. - For aluminum, yesterday's aluminum price remained volatile. In the off - season, the downstream procurement willingness is low, and the market discount continues to expand. The domestic consumption stimulus atmosphere is still strong, and the "anti - involution" has a certain supporting effect on the aluminum price, but the changes in the Fed's interest rate cut expectations and tariff events bring great uncertainty to the aluminum price. The domestic electrolytic aluminum operating capacity is stable, and the decrease in the molten aluminum ratio drives the inventory to bottom out. The demand side is weak, with weak construction and real - estate completion, declining household appliance exports, and weakening orders after the end of photovoltaic installations. Only the demand for new - energy vehicle lightweighting remains resilient. In the face of the pressure of inventory replenishment expectations, weakening demand, and macro disturbances, the aluminum price is expected to remain under pressure at high levels in the short term, with the main contract price in the range of 20,000 - 21,000 this month [7]. Aluminum Alloy - The aluminum alloy disk price follows the aluminum price and fluctuates. The market trading is mainly for hedging by spot - futures traders to shrink the aluminum - aluminum alloy price difference, and the terminal trading is sluggish. The social inventory in the main consumption areas has increased significantly, and areas such as Ningbo and Foshan are close to full storage. - On the supply side, due to the off - season, the output of new scrap aluminum is limited. The import price is inverted, and Thailand has stopped issuing licenses to recycling factories, resulting in a shortage of scrap aluminum supply in the current market, which provides certain cost support for recycled aluminum. - On the demand side, it is continuously suppressed by the traditional off - season. The orders in the terminal automotive industry are weak, and downstream die - casting enterprises generally have a bearish outlook on the market, maintaining a low - inventory rigid procurement strategy and having a strong willingness to bargain. The weak demand situation will continue to suppress the upward momentum of the price. It is expected that the disk will mainly fluctuate in a wide range, with the main reference range of 19,200 - 20,200 [8]. Tin - On the supply side, the actual supply of tin ore remains tight, and the smelting processing fee continues to be low. The domestic tin ore imports in June remained at a low level. The resumption of production in Myanmar is gradually advancing, and it is expected to start shipping around the end of August. - On the demand side, after the end of the photovoltaic installation rush, the orders for photovoltaic tin strips in the East China region have declined, and the operating rates of some producers have decreased. The electronic consumption in the South China region has entered the off - season, and the operating rates of soldering enterprises have declined significantly. Considering the impact of the US tariff policy on trade and the weakening influence of domestic consumption stimulus policies, the subsequent demand is expected to be weak. - Attention should be paid to the recovery of tin ore imports from Myanmar in August. If the supply recovers smoothly, there is a large downward space for the tin price, and a short - selling strategy on rallies is recommended. If the supply recovery is less than expected, the tin price is expected to continue to fluctuate at a high level [9]. Nickel - Macroscopically, the weak data on the US employment and factory orders have increased the market's expectation of the Fed to accelerate interest rate cuts. In China, during the policy window period of the meeting, seven departments including the central bank jointly issued a guiding opinion on financial support for new - type industrialization. - At the industrial level, yesterday's spot price continued to rise, and the premiums of various brands remained stable. The ore price is mainly stable. Philippine mines are mostly in the shipping stage. The mainstream transaction price of 1.3% nickel ore is mostly around CIF42, and that of 1.4% nickel ore is mostly around CIF50. The domestic iron mills mostly maintain reduced - load production, and the supply of nickel ore still needs time to recover, so nickel iron still has cost support. The demand for stainless steel is still weak, and steel mills are cautious in raw material procurement, and the terminal demand is relatively weak. In the new - energy sector, the downstream ternary materials have a low acceptance of high - priced nickel sulfate. Overseas inventory remains high, and domestic social and bonded - area inventories have increased. - In the short term, the macro situation is temporarily stable, and the fundamentals change little. The medium - term supply is expected to be loose, which restricts the upward space of the price. It is expected that the disk will mainly adjust within a range, with the main reference range of 118,000 - 126,000. Attention should be paid to changes in macro expectations [10]. Stainless Steel - Macroscopically, similar to nickel, the weak US data increases the expectation of Fed interest rate cuts, and China has introduced relevant policies. - At the industrial level, the ore price is mainly stable. The market negotiation range has shifted upward, and the nickel - iron quotation has risen to 930 - 940 yuan/nickel (including tax at the bottom of the hold). Iron mills are operating at a loss and reducing production, and steel mills are mostly in a wait - and - see attitude in raw material procurement. The chromium - iron price is weakly stable, and there is still a small room for callback in the spot price due to the decline in the procurement price of chromium - iron steel mills. The supply of stainless - steel mills has decreased due to maintenance, but the production reduction is less than expected, and the short - term market supply pressure is difficult to reduce. The terminal demand remains weak, and the traditional downstream is in the off - season, while the growth rate of the emerging downstream is generally expected to decline. Purchases are mainly for rigid - demand replenishment, and although the bargaining space for traders has increased, the trading volume is still difficult to increase. The social inventory of stainless steel is slowly decreasing, and the warehouse receipts continue to decrease. - In the short term, the disk is mainly driven by policies and macro - emotions. The short - term sentiment is temporarily stable, but the policy support still exists, and the spot demand on the fundamentals does not drive significantly. It is expected that the disk will mainly fluctuate within a range, with the main operating range of 12,600 - 13,200. Attention should be paid to policy directions and supply - demand rhythms [11]. Lithium Carbonate - Yesterday, the lithium carbonate disk rose overall. There was a lot of news about mine shutdowns, and the market's expectation of short - term production suspension has fermented. The mine - right approval is approaching the deadline, but the actual result has not been clearly determined. The uncertainty on the supply side will inject trading variables into the disk. - Fundamentally, the current supply - demand balance situation meets expectations. The upstream operating rate changes little, and although some production lines are under maintenance, the supply remains sufficient. The production data decreased last week, and the marginal growth rate of supply has slightly slowed down. The demand performance is stable, and the seasonal characteristics are fading. The battery cell orders are okay, and the material production scheduling data is more optimistic than the market expectation. However, due to the off - season and inventory pressure in the material industry chain, the actual demand has not been significantly boosted. - Recently, the market sentiment and news - related disturbances dominate the disk trend, and the trading core has shifted to the mine end. There are many matters to be verified in the news. The main price center is expected to fluctuate widely around 67,000 - 72,000. It is recommended to be cautious and wait and see for unilateral trading without a position. Attention should be paid to short - term news increments and supply adjustments [13][14]. 3. Summaries According to Relevant Catalogs Copper Price and Basis - SMM 1 electrolytic copper price decreased by 0.34% to 78,350 yuan/ton; SMM 1 electrolytic copper premium decreased by 30 yuan/ton to 100 yuan/ton. - The refined - scrap price difference decreased by 20.82% to 660 yuan/ton; LME 0 - 3 increased by 1.51 to - 49.25 dollars/ton; the import profit and loss increased by 120.22 to - 142 yuan/ton; the Shanghai - LME ratio remained unchanged at 8.15 [1]. Month - to - Month Spread - The spread of 2508 - 2509 remained unchanged at - 10 yuan/ton; the spread of 2509 - 2510 decreased by 10 yuan/ton to - 10 yuan/ton; the spread of 2510 - 2511 decreased by 10 yuan/ton to 10 yuan/ton [1]. Fundamental Data - In July, the electrolytic copper output was 117.43 million tons, a month - on - month increase of 3.47%; in June, the electrolytic copper import volume was 30.05 million tons, a month - on - month increase of 18.74%. - The import copper concentrate index increased by 0.54 to - 42.09 dollars/ton; the domestic mainstream port copper concentrate inventory decreased by 7.01% to 52.16 million tons. - The operating rate of electrolytic copper rod production increased by 2.36 to 71.73%; the operating rate of recycled copper rod production increased by 1.98 to 29.29%. - The domestic social inventory increased by 12.97% to 13 million tons; the bonded - area inventory decreased by 1.34% to 8.11 million tons; the SHFE inventory decreased by 1.20% to 7.25 million tons. - The LME inventory increased by 1.48% to 15.61 million tons; the COMEX inventory increased by 0.39% to 26.22 million short tons; the SHFE warehouse receipt decreased by 96.18% to 2.03 million tons [1]. Zinc Price and Related Indicators - SMM 0 zinc ingot price increased by 0.13% to 22,330 yuan/ton; the premium remained unchanged at - 20 yuan/ton. - The import profit and loss increased by 75.56 to - 1474 yuan/ton; the Shanghai - LME ratio increased by 0.01 to 8.07 [4]. Month - to - Month Spread - The spread of 2508 - 2509 decreased by 130 yuan/ton to - 25 yuan/ton; the spread of 2509 - 2510 increased by 145 yuan/ton to 10 yuan/ton; the spread of 2510 - 2511 increased by 5 yuan/ton to 10 yuan/ton; the spread of 2511 - 2512 increased by 20 yuan/ton to 35 yuan/ton [4]. Fundamental Data - In July, the refined zinc output was 60.28 million tons, a month - on - month increase of 3.03%; in June, the refined zinc import volume was 3.61 million tons, a month - on - month increase of 34.97%; the refined zinc export volume was 0.19 million tons, a month - on - month increase of 33.24%. - The galvanizing operating rate decreased by 2.65 to 56.77%; the die - casting zinc alloy operating rate decreased by 2.79 to 48.24%; the zinc oxide operating rate increased by 0.14 to 56.13%. - The seven - region social inventory of Chinese zinc ingots increased by 3.47% to 10.73 million tons; the LME inventory decreased by 3.79% to 9.7 million tons [4]. Aluminum Price and Spread - SMM A00 aluminum price increased by 0.54% to 20,630 yuan/ton; the premium remained unchanged at - 40 yuan/ton. - The import profit and loss increased by 39.9 to - 1294 yuan/ton; the Shanghai - LME ratio increased by 0.02 to 8.03. - The spread of 2508 - 2509 decreased by 10 yuan/ton to 30 yuan/ton; the spread of 2509 - 2510 increased by 15 yuan/ton to 45 yuan/ton; the spread of 2510 - 2511 increased by 5 yuan/ton to 45 yuan/ton [7]. Fundamental Data - In July, the alumina output was 765.02 million tons, a month - on - month increase of 5.40%; the electrolytic aluminum output was 372.14 million tons, a month - on - month increase of 3.11%. In June, the electrolytic aluminum import volume was 19.24 million tons, a month - on - month decrease of 3.1 million tons; the electrolytic aluminum export volume was 1.96 million tons, a month - on - month decrease of 1.3 million tons. - The aluminum profile operating rate decreased by 0.99% to 50.00%; the aluminum cable operating rate increased by 0.32% to 61.80%; the aluminum plate and strip operating rate remained unchanged at 63.20%; the aluminum foil operating rate decreased by 1.01% to 68.90%; the primary aluminum alloy operating rate increased by 1.11% to 54.60%. - The domestic electrolytic aluminum social inventory increased by 5.82% to 56.40 million tons; the LME inventory increased by 0.41% to 46.8 million tons [7]. Aluminum Alloy Price and Spread - The prices of SMM aluminum alloy ADC15, SMM East China ADC12, SMM South China ADC12, SMM Northeast ADC12 increased by 0.50% to 20,150 yuan/ton; the price of SMM Southwest ADC12 increased by 0.50% to 20,300 yuan/ton. - The spread of 2511 - 2512 increased by 25 yuan/ton to 20 yuan/ton; the spread of 2512 - 2601 decreased by 15 yuan/ton to 10 yuan/ton;

1. Report Industry Investment Ratings No relevant content provided. 2. Core Views of the Report Copper - Currently, the path of interest rate cuts is unclear. Without a significant improvement in interest rate cut expectations, the upward momentum of copper prices is insufficient. However, due to the resilience of the fundamentals, the downside space is also limited. Copper pricing has returned to macro trading. Without significant macro disturbances, copper prices may mainly fluctuate within a range. The main reference range is 77,000 - 79,000 [1]. Aluminum - In the short term, aluminum prices are still under pressure at high levels. The main contract price this month is expected to range from 20,000 - 21,000. In the future, it is necessary to focus on inventory changes and marginal changes in demand [4]. Aluminum Alloy - It is expected that the aluminum alloy market will mainly experience wide - range fluctuations, with the main contract reference range of 19,200 - 20,200. Attention should be paid to changes in upstream scrap aluminum supply and imports [6]. Zinc - In the short term, zinc prices are expected to mainly fluctuate. The main reference range is 22,000 - 23,000 [10]. Tin - If the supply of tin ore from Myanmar recovers smoothly in August, there is a large downward space for tin prices, and a short - selling strategy is recommended. If the supply recovery is less than expected, tin prices are expected to remain high [12]. Nickel - In the short term, the nickel market is expected to adjust within a range, with the main reference range of 118,000 - 126,000. Attention should be paid to changes in macro expectations [14]. Stainless Steel - In the short term, the stainless steel market will mainly fluctuate. The main contract is expected to operate in the range of 12,600 - 13,200. Attention should be paid to policy trends and the supply - demand rhythm [16]. Lithium Carbonate - Recently, market sentiment and news have dominated the market trend. The main price center of lithium carbonate is expected to fluctuate widely around 65,000 - 70,000. It is advisable to be cautious and wait and see for unilateral trading without a position. In the near future, attention should be paid to news increments and supply adjustments [19]. 3. Summaries According to Relevant Catalogs Copper Price and Basis - SMM 1 electrolytic copper price increased by 0.25% to 78,675 yuan/ton; SMM 1 electrolytic copper premium decreased by 50 yuan/ton to 130 yuan/ton. Other copper prices also showed different degrees of changes [1]. Fundamental Data - In July, electrolytic copper production was 117.43 million tons, a month - on - month increase of 3.47%. In June, electrolytic copper imports were 30.05 million tons, a month - on - month increase of 18.74%. There were also changes in inventory and开工 rates [1]. Aluminum Price and Spread - SMM A00 aluminum price increased by 0.20% to 20,520 yuan/ton; SMM A00 aluminum premium decreased by 10 yuan/ton to - 40 yuan/ton [4]. Fundamental Data - In July, alumina production was 765.02 million tons, a month - on - month increase of 5.40%. Electrolytic aluminum production was 372.14 million tons, a month - on - month increase of 3.11%. There were also changes in inventory and开工 rates [4]. Aluminum Alloy Price and Spread - SMM aluminum alloy ADC12 price increased by 0.25% to 20,050 yuan/ton [6]. Fundamental Data - In June, the production of recycled aluminum alloy ingots was 61.50 million tons, a month - on - month increase of 1.49%. The production of primary aluminum alloy ingots was 25.50 million tons, a month - on - month decrease of 2.30%. There were also changes in inventory and开工 rates [6]. Zinc Price and Spread - SMM 0 zinc ingot price increased by 0.59% to 22,300 yuan/ton; the premium increased by 40 yuan/ton to 35 yuan/ton [10]. Fundamental Data - In July, refined zinc production was 60.28 million tons, a month - on - month increase of 3.03%. In June, refined zinc imports were 3.61 million tons, a month - on - month increase of 34.97%. There were also changes in inventory and开工 rates [10]. Tin Spot Price and Basis - SMM 1 tin price increased by 0.45% to 267,000 yuan/ton; SMM 1 tin premium remained unchanged at 700 yuan/ton [13]. Fundamental Data - In June, domestic tin ore imports were 11,911 tons, a month - on - month decrease of 11.44%. SMM refined tin production was 13,810 tons, a month - on - month decrease of 6.94%. There were also changes in inventory and开工 rates [13]. Nickel Price and Basis - SMM 1 electrolytic nickel price increased by 0.54% to 121,900 yuan/ton; the premium of 1 Jinchuan nickel decreased by 100 yuan/ton to 2,250 yuan/ton [14]. Supply, Demand and Inventory - China's refined nickel production was 35,350 tons, a month - on - month decrease of 10.04%. Refined nickel imports were 19,157 tons, a month - on - month increase of 116.90%. There were also changes in inventory [14]. Stainless Steel Price and Spread - The price of 304/2B (Wuxi Hongwang 2.0 coil) remained unchanged at 13,000 yuan/ton; the spot - futures spread decreased by 14.29% to 210 yuan/ton [16]. Fundamental Data - China's 300 - series stainless steel crude steel production (43 enterprises) was 171.33 million tons, a month - on - month decrease of 3.83%. There were also changes in imports, exports and inventory [16]. Lithium Carbonate Price and Basis - SMM battery - grade lithium carbonate average price decreased by 0.21% to 71,200 yuan/ton; the basis (SMM battery - grade lithium carbonate as the benchmark) increased by 81.40% to 3,900 yuan/ton [19]. Fundamental Data - In July, lithium carbonate production was 81,530 tons, a month - on - month increase of 4.41%. Demand was 96,275 tons, a month - on - month increase of 2.62%. There were also changes in inventory [19].

1. Report Industry Investment Rating There is no information provided regarding the report industry investment rating. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - The alumina fundamentals may be in a stage where supply growth slows down and demand remains relatively stable, with industry expectations gradually improving under policy guidance. It is recommended to conduct short - term long trades on dips with a light position, while controlling the rhythm and trading risks [2]. - The electrolytic aluminum fundamentals may be in a stage where supply remains high but growth slows down, and demand is weak due to the off - season. Inventory has a slight accumulation, and long - term expectations are still positive after policy - guided optimization. The option market sentiment is bullish, and it is recommended to conduct short - term long trades on dips with a light position, while controlling the rhythm and trading risks [2]. - The cast aluminum fundamentals may be in a stage where supply slightly contracts and demand weakens during the off - season. It is recommended to conduct range - bound trading with a light position, while controlling the rhythm and trading risks [2]. 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Futures Market - **Prices and Spreads**: The closing price of the Shanghai Aluminum main contract was 20,560 yuan/ton, up 35 yuan; the closing price of the alumina futures main contract was 3,227 yuan/ton, up 2 yuan. The main - second - contract spread of Shanghai Aluminum was 70 yuan/ton, down 25 yuan; that of alumina was 12 yuan/ton, up 30 yuan. The main - second - contract spread of cast aluminum alloy was 20 yuan/ton, down 20 yuan [2]. - **Positions and Inventories**: The position of the Shanghai Aluminum main contract was 225,945 lots, down 1,091 lots; that of the alumina main contract was 124,750 lots, down 4,932 lots. The LME aluminum cancelled warrants were 11,500 tons, down 2,000 tons; the LME aluminum inventory was 463,725 tons, up 925 tons. The Shanghai Aluminum inventory in the SHFE was 117,527 tons, up 1,737 tons; the Shanghai Aluminum warehouse receipts in the SHFE were 46,649 tons, down 2,009 tons [2]. - **Other Indicators**: The net position of the top 20 in Shanghai Aluminum was 11,315 lots, up 9,377 lots; the Shanghai - London ratio was 8.00, up 0.02. The closing price of the cast aluminum alloy main contract was 20,005 yuan/ton, up 75 yuan [2]. 3.2 Spot Market - **Prices**: The price of Shanghai Non - ferrous A00 aluminum was 20,520 yuan/ton, up 40 yuan; the average price of ADC12 aluminum alloy ingots nationwide was 20,050 yuan/ton, up 50 yuan; the price of Yangtze River Non - ferrous A00 aluminum was 20,460 yuan/ton, up 100 yuan. The alumina spot price in Shanghai Non - ferrous was 3,220 yuan/ton, unchanged [2]. - **Basis and Premiums**: The basis of cast aluminum alloy was 45 yuan/ton, down 665 yuan; the basis of electrolytic aluminum was - 5 yuan/ton, up 25 yuan. The Shanghai Wumaoh aluminum premium/discount was - 50 yuan/ton, down 10 yuan; the LME aluminum premium/discount was - 2.62 dollars/ton, up 0.02 dollars. The basis of alumina was - 5 yuan/ton, down 63 yuan [2]. 3.3 Upstream Situation - **Production and Utilization**: The alumina production was 774.93 million tons, up 26.13 million tons; the alumina capacity utilization rate was 84.75%, up 0.45 percentage points; the alumina开工 rate was 84.01%, up 1.52 percentage points [2]. - **Supply and Demand**: The demand for alumina (electrolytic aluminum part) was 696.19 million tons, down 23.83 million tons; the supply - demand balance of alumina was 27.14 million tons, up 52.40 million tons. The import of alumina was 10.13 million tons, up 3.38 million tons; the export of alumina was 17.00 million tons, down 4.00 million tons [2]. - **Scrap Aluminum**: The average price of crushed raw aluminum in Foshan metal scrap was 16,150 yuan/ton, unchanged; that in Shandong metal scrap was 15,650 yuan/ton, unchanged. The import of aluminum scrap was 155,616.27 tons, down 4,084.65 tons; the export of aluminum scrap was 64.33 tons, down 8.11 tons [2]. 3.4 Industry Situation - **Supply - related**: The total electrolytic aluminum capacity was 4,520.70 million tons, up 1.00 million tons; the electrolytic aluminum开工 rate was 97.68%, up 0.03 percentage points; the electrolytic aluminum social inventory was 49.70 million tons, down 30,781 tons. The production of aluminum materials was 587.37 million tons, up 11.17 million tons; the production of recycled aluminum alloy ingots was 61.89 million tons, up 0.29 million tons; the production of aluminum alloy was 166.90 million tons, up 2.40 million tons [2]. - **Trade - related**: The import of primary aluminum was 192,314.50 tons; the export of primary aluminum was 19,570.72 tons, down 12,523.35 tons. The export of unwrought aluminum and aluminum products was 49.00 million tons, down 6.00 million tons; the export of aluminum alloy was 2.58 million tons, up 0.16 million tons [2]. 3.5 Downstream and Application - **Production**: The automobile production was 280.86 million vehicles, up 16.66 million vehicles [2]. - **Real Estate**: The National Housing Prosperity Index was 93.60, down 0.11 [2]. 3.6 Option Situation - **Volatility**: The 20 - day historical volatility of Shanghai Aluminum was 9.50%, down 0.19 percentage points; the 40 - day historical volatility of Shanghai Aluminum was 9.31%, down 0.03 percentage points. The implied volatility of the Shanghai Aluminum main contract at - the - money was 9.48%, down 0.0006 [2]. - **Put - Call Ratio**: The put - call ratio of Shanghai Aluminum options was 1.22, down 0.0494 [2]. 3.7 Industry News - **Macroeconomic News**: Goldman Sachs expects the Fed to cut interest rates by 25 basis points three times in a row starting in September, and may cut by 50 basis points if the unemployment rate rises further. Analysts expect the central bank to cut interest rates and reserve requirements around the end of the third quarter [2]. - **Industry - specific News**: The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology is about to issue steady - growth work plans for industries such as machinery, automobiles, and power equipment. The expected wholesale sales of new - energy passenger vehicles in July were 1.18 million, a year - on - year increase of 25% and a month - on - month decrease of 4%. In August, the new - house supply decreased both year - on - year and month - on - month [2].

1. Report Industry Investment Ratings - No industry investment ratings are provided in the reports. 2. Core Views of the Reports Copper - Short - term price is under pressure due to the disappointment of the 50% US copper tariff expectation, with the main price range expected to be 77,000 - 79,000 yuan/ton. The non - US electrolytic copper market shows a pattern of "loose supply expectation and weak actual demand", and the spot contradiction is gradually resolved [1]. Aluminum - The short - term main contract of alumina is expected to run in the range of 3,000 - 3,400 yuan/ton. It is recommended to arrange short positions on rallies in the medium term. Aluminum prices are under pressure in the short term, with the main contract price range of 20,200 - 21,000 yuan/ton, and attention should be paid to the inflection point of inventory reduction and demand changes [2]. Aluminum Alloy - The subsequent demand will remain weak, suppressing the upward momentum of prices. However, the downward space is limited due to the high cost of scrap aluminum. The disk is expected to maintain a wide - range shock, with the main reference range of 19,600 - 20,400 yuan/ton [4]. Zinc - The short - term zinc price is expected to be weak and volatile, with the main reference range of 22,000 - 23,000 yuan/ton. The supply of zinc ore is expected to be loose, but the supply improvement of refined zinc lags behind, and the demand is affected by the seasonal off - season [7]. Tin - It is recommended to wait and see. The supply of tin ore is tight, and the demand is expected to be weak. Attention should be paid to the results of Sino - US negotiations and inventory changes after the resumption of production in Myanmar [9]. Nickel - In the short term, the disk is expected to be adjusted within a range, with the main reference range of 118,000 - 126,000 yuan/ton. The macro - expectation is changeable, and the medium - term supply is expected to be loose [11]. Stainless Steel - The short - term disk is mainly volatile, with the main operating range of 12,600 - 13,200 yuan/ton. Attention should be paid to policy trends and the supply - demand rhythm. The supply pressure is difficult to reduce in the short term, and the terminal demand is weak [12][13]. Lithium Carbonate - The main price is expected to fluctuate widely around 65,000 - 70,000 yuan/ton. It is recommended to wait and see for unilateral trading without positions, and consider shorting the near - term contract and longing the far - term contract for inter - period trading. Attention should be paid to macro - expectations and supply adjustments [14]. 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs Copper - **Price and Basis**: SMM 1 electrolytic copper price decreased by 0.91% to 78,565 yuan/ton, and the premium increased by 15 yuan/ton. The refined - scrap price difference decreased by 14.18% to 844 yuan/ton [1]. - **Monthly Spread**: The spread of 2508 - 2509 increased by 60 yuan/ton to 60 yuan/ton [1]. - **Fundamental Data**: In June, electrolytic copper production decreased by 0.30% to 66,837 tons, and imports increased by 18.74% to 30.05 tons. The domestic mainstream port copper concentrate inventory decreased by 23.23% to 56.09 tons [1]. Aluminum - **Price and Spread**: SMM A00 aluminum price decreased by 0.44% to 20,580 yuan/ton, and the premium decreased by 10 yuan/ton [2]. - **Monthly Spread**: The spread of 2508 - 2509 increased by 20 yuan/ton to 70 yuan/ton [2]. - **Fundamental Data**: In June, alumina production decreased by 0.19% to 725.81 tons, and electrolytic aluminum production decreased by 3.22% to 360.90 tons. The social inventory of Chinese electrolytic aluminum increased by 2.06% to 54.40 tons [2]. Aluminum Alloy - **Price and Spread**: The price of SMM aluminum alloy ADC12 remained unchanged at 20,100 yuan/ton. The spread of 2511 - 2512 decreased by 35 yuan/ton to - 15 yuan/ton [4]. - **Fundamental Data**: In June, the production of recycled aluminum alloy ingots increased by 1.49% to 61.50 tons, and the production of primary aluminum alloy ingots decreased by 2.30% to 25.50 tons. The social inventory of recycled aluminum alloy ingots increased by 7.59% to 3.26 tons [4]. Zinc - **Price and Spread**: SMM 0 zinc ingot price decreased by 1.68% to 22,300 yuan/ton, and the premium increased by 10 yuan/ton. The import loss increased by 20.54 yuan/ton to - 1602 yuan/ton [7]. - **Monthly Spread**: The spread of 2508 - 2509 increased by 45 yuan/ton to 10 yuan/ton [7]. - **Fundamental Data**: In June, refined zinc production increased by 6.50% to 58.51 tons, and imports increased by 34.97% to 3.61 tons. The social inventory of Chinese zinc ingots increased by 4.98% to 10.32 tons [7]. Tin - **Price and Spread**: SMM 1 tin price decreased by 0.97% to 265,500 yuan/ton, and the LME 0 - 3 premium decreased by 166.76% to - 7.01 dollars/ton. The import loss decreased by 5.93% to - 15,773.30 yuan/ton [9]. - **Monthly Spread**: The spread of 2508 - 2509 increased by 380 yuan/ton to 80 yuan/ton [9]. - **Fundamental Data**: In June, tin ore imports decreased by 11.44% to 11,911 tons, and SMM refined tin production decreased by 6.94% to 13,810 tons. The social inventory increased by 2.36% to 9,958 tons [9]. Nickel - **Price and Basis**: SMM 1 electrolytic nickel price decreased by 1.46% to 121,250 yuan/ton, and the import loss increased by 62.17% to - 3,863 yuan/ton [11]. - **Monthly Spread**: The spread of 2509 - 2510 decreased by 40 yuan/ton to - 170 yuan/ton [11]. - **Supply, Demand and Inventory**: In June, Chinese refined nickel production decreased by 10.04% to 31,800 tons, and imports increased by 116.90% to 19,157 tons. The social inventory increased by 2.97% to 40,338 tons [11]. Stainless Steel - **Price and Basis**: The price of 304/2B (Wuxi Hongwang 2.0 coil) decreased by 0.39% to 12,900 yuan/ton, and the spot - futures spread increased by 32.50% to 265 yuan/ton [12]. - **Monthly Spread**: The spread of 2509 - 2510 remained unchanged at - 50 yuan/ton [12]. - **Fundamental Data**: In June, the production of Chinese 300 - series stainless steel crude steel decreased by 3.83% to 171.33 tons, and imports decreased by 12.48% to 10.95 tons. The 300 - series social inventory (Wuxi + Foshan) decreased by 0.20% to 51.48 tons [12]. Lithium Carbonate - **Price and Basis**: SMM battery - grade lithium carbonate average price decreased by 1.30% to 72,000 yuan/ton, and the basis increased by 48.70% to 4,000 yuan/ton [14]. - **Monthly Spread**: The spread of 2508 - 2509 increased by 60 yuan/ton to - 280 yuan/ton [14]. - **Fundamental Data**: In June, lithium carbonate production increased by 4.41% to 81,530 tons, and imports decreased by 16.31% to 17,698 tons. The total inventory increased by 2.27% to 88,888 tons [14].

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core View of the Report - The alumina market is in a stage of sufficient supply and stable demand, with long - term supply potentially converging due to policy influence. It is recommended to conduct light - position oscillating trades [2]. - The Shanghai aluminum market has relatively stable supply and weak demand in the short - term, with good long - term consumption expectations and a slight accumulation of industrial inventory. It is advisable to engage in light - position oscillating trades [2]. - The cast aluminum market is in a situation of weak supply and demand, with accumulated industrial inventory and pressure on quotes. It is recommended to conduct light - position short - selling trades at high prices [2]. 3. Summary by Related Catalogs 3.1 Futures Market - The closing price of the Shanghai aluminum main contract is 20,510 yuan/ton, down 115 yuan; the closing price of the alumina futures main contract is 3,222 yuan/ton, down 104 yuan [2]. - The LME aluminum three - month quotation is 2,606 US dollars/ton, down 25 US dollars; the LME aluminum inventory is 456,100 tons, up 1,825 tons [2]. - The Shanghai - London ratio is 7.87, up 0.03 [2]. 3.2 Spot Market - The price of Shanghai Non - ferrous A00 aluminum is 20,580 yuan/ton, down 90 yuan; the alumina spot price in Shanghai Non - ferrous is 3,230 yuan/ton, unchanged [2]. - The basis of electrolytic aluminum is 70 yuan/ton, up 25 yuan; the basis of alumina is 8 yuan/ton, up 104 yuan [2]. 3.3 Upstream Situation - The alumina production is 774.93 million tons, up 26.13 million tons; the demand for alumina (electrolytic aluminum part) is 696.19 million tons, down 23.83 million tons [2]. - China's import of aluminum scrap and waste is 155,616.27 tons, down 4,084.65 tons; the export is 64.33 tons, down 8.11 tons [2]. 3.4 Industry Situation - The electrolytic aluminum social inventory is 47.60 million tons, up 1.40 million tons; the electrolytic aluminum total production capacity is 4,520.70 million tons, up 0.50 million tons [2]. - The primary aluminum import is 192,314.50 tons, down 30,781 tons; the export is 19,570.72 tons, down 12,523.35 tons [2]. 3.5 Downstream and Application - The aluminum product production is 587.37 million tons, up 11.17 million tons; the export of unwrought aluminum and aluminum products is 49.00 million tons, down 6.00 million tons [2]. - The automobile production is 280.86 million vehicles, up 16.66 million vehicles [2]. 3.6 Option Situation - The call - put ratio of Shanghai aluminum options is 1.33, up 0.0469; the implied volatility of the Shanghai aluminum main contract at - the - money is 10.27%, up 0.0024 [2]. 3.7 Industry News - The China Non - ferrous Metals Industry Association will strictly control new capacities of copper smelting and alumina [2]. - The Fed maintained the federal funds rate unchanged, and Powell said it's too early to say whether to cut rates in September [2]. - The US Q2 real GDP annualized quarterly growth rate was 3%, exceeding expectations, and the core PCE price index rose 2.5% [2]. - The Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee will hold the Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee in October and emphasized economic policies [2]. 3.8 Alumina View Summary - The alumina main contract oscillates downward, with reduced positions, spot premium, and strengthening basis. The supply is sufficient and demand is stable, and it's recommended to conduct light - position oscillating trades [2]. 3.9 Electrolytic Aluminum View Summary - The Shanghai aluminum main contract oscillates weakly, with reduced positions, spot premium, and strengthening basis. The supply is relatively stable, demand is weak in the short - term, and it's recommended to conduct light - position oscillating trades [2]. 3.10 Cast Aluminum View Summary - The cast aluminum main contract oscillates weakly, with reduced positions, spot premium, and weakening basis. The supply and demand are both weak, and it's recommended to conduct light - position short - selling trades at high prices [2].