1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Views of the Report - Copper prices are consolidating at high levels. The market may show a long - term back structure. It is recommended to wait and see for unilateral, arbitrage, and option trading [4][7][8]. - Alumina prices are expected to be strongly volatile in the short term. Pay attention to the progress of bauxite suspension in Guinea, bauxite price expectations, and domestic alumina capacity changes. For now, arbitrage and option trading should be on hold [14][15][16]. - Aluminum prices are expected to fluctuate. Consider a positive spread opportunity for 06 - 09 contracts, and wait and see for option trading [21][24]. - Zinc prices are expected to fluctuate within a range. It is advisable to try short - selling at high prices on a light position. Arbitrage and option trading should be on hold [27][28]. - Lead prices are expected to fluctuate within a range. Be vigilant about the impact of capital on lead prices. Arbitrage and option trading should be on hold [34][35]. - Nickel prices are expected to weaken with fluctuations. Consider a range double - selling strategy for options, and wait and see for arbitrage [38][40][43]. - Stainless steel prices are expected to be strongly volatile in the short term. Wait and see for arbitrage [47][48][49]. - Tin prices are expected to adjust with fluctuations in the short term. Pay attention to the supply situation of the ore end. Wait and see for options [53][54][55]. - Industrial silicon prices are expected to decline. Hold short positions, sell out - of - the - money call options, and conduct reverse spreads for Si2511 and Si2512 [59][60]. - Polysilicon prices are expected to be bearish. Hold short positions for the PS2507 contract, sell PS2507 - C - 40000, and wait and see for arbitrage [63][65]. - Lithium carbonate prices are expected to be strongly volatile in the short term. Wait and see for arbitrage [68][69][70]. 3. Summary According to Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Market Review - **Copper**: The Shanghai Copper 2506 contract closed at 77,920 yuan, down 0.22%. The Shanghai Copper index reduced its position by 6,043 lots to 525,000 lots. Spot premiums in different regions showed varying degrees of decline [2]. - **Alumina**: The Alumina 2509 contract rose 32 yuan/ton to 3,216 yuan/ton, up 1.01%. Positions increased by 19,583 lots to 511,400 lots. Spot prices in various regions increased [9]. - **Aluminum**: The Shanghai Aluminum 2506 contract rose 55 yuan/ton to 20,270 yuan/ton. Positions increased by 3,682 lots to 520,000 lots. Spot prices in different regions increased [18]. - **Zinc**: The Shanghai Zinc 2507 contract fell 0.63% to 22,245 yuan/ton. The Shanghai Zinc index increased its position by 1,119 lots to 227,500 lots. Spot prices in Shanghai showed a slight improvement in trading [26]. - **Lead**: The Shanghai Lead 2507 contract fell 1.21% to 16,685 yuan/ton. The Shanghai Lead index increased its position by 7,829 lots to 73,000 lots. Spot prices decreased [30]. - **Nickel**: The main contract of Shanghai Nickel NI2506 rose 40 to 123,400 yuan/ton. Index positions decreased by 687 lots. Spot premiums remained unchanged [37]. - **Stainless Steel**: The main contract of stainless steel SS2507 rose 5 to 12,880 yuan/ton. Index positions decreased by 15,580 lots. Spot prices remained stable [45]. - **Tin**: The main contract of Shanghai Tin closed at 264,780 yuan/ton, down 2,320 yuan/ton or 0.87%. Positions decreased by 4,639 lots to 54,185 lots. Spot prices decreased [52]. - **Industrial Silicon**: The main contract of industrial silicon futures fluctuated narrowly and strengthened slightly, closing at 7,880 yuan/ton, down 0.19%. Spot prices generally decreased [56]. - **Polysilicon**: The main contract of polysilicon futures fluctuated and strengthened, closing at 36,080 yuan/ton, up 1.14%. Spot prices remained stable [61]. - **Lithium Carbonate**: The main contract of lithium carbonate rose 5 to 12,880 yuan/ton. Index positions decreased by 15,580 lots. Spot prices remained stable [66]. 3.2 Important Information - **Copper**: Freeport Indonesia's Manyar smelter has resumed operation ahead of schedule and is expected to reach full - capacity production in December. As of May 22, copper inventories in mainstream regions in China increased slightly week - on - week, and it is expected that supply and demand will be weak next week [3]. - **Alumina**: The Guinea Axis mining area has been shut down, and the recovery time is unknown. The Guinea transitional authorities have designated multiple mining rights as strategic reserve areas. Alumina production increased week - on - week, and inventories decreased [10][12]. - **Aluminum**: EU - US trade negotiations are still uncertain. Global primary aluminum production in April 2025 was 6.033 million tons. China's primary aluminum production in April was estimated to be 3.621 million tons. Aluminum inventories decreased, and imports reached a record high [19][20]. - **Zinc**: As of May 22, zinc inventories in seven major regions in China decreased week - on - week [27]. - **Lead**: Due to continuous losses in the secondary lead smelting enterprises, waste battery purchase prices in many regions have been significantly reduced. As of May 22, lead inventories in five major regions decreased [31][33]. - **Nickel**: In March 2025, the global refined nickel production was 317,300 tons, with a supply surplus of 39,400 tons. From January to March, the supply surplus was 123,000 tons [38]. - **Stainless Steel**: In April, China's stainless steel exports decreased by 5% month - on - month, and imports increased by 10% month - on - month. As of May 22, stainless steel inventories increased slightly [46]. - **Tin**: In April, the production of integrated circuits, electronic computers, and washing machines showed different trends. African tin mines are gradually resuming production [53]. - **Industrial Silicon**: The US has launched anti - dumping and counter - subsidy investigations on imported silicon metal from multiple countries [57][58]. - **Polysilicon**: In April, China's total social electricity consumption was 772.1 billion kWh, up 4.7% year - on - year [62]. 3.3 Logic Analysis - **Copper**: The US is negotiating tariffs, and the negotiation of copper concentrate processing fees is approaching. The spread between Comex and LME is driving the flow of electrolytic copper. Although there is short - term pressure on spreads after delivery, the inventory is still far below the safety level, and demand remains resilient [4]. - **Alumina**: The Guinea policy may reduce the annual supply surplus of bauxite, and bauxite prices are expected to rise. Alumina production increased, but inventories decreased. Attention should be paid to the resumption of alumina production capacity [13][14]. - **Aluminum**: The macro - environment is stable. LME aluminum inventories are decreasing, aluminum imports are increasing, and consumption is growing. Aluminum inventories are at a low level, which may support the price difference [21]. - **Zinc**: The market is in a state of supply and demand balance, and inventories are decreasing [27]. - **Lead**: Secondary lead smelters are still in a loss state, which supports lead prices, but the off - season demand restricts the upward space of prices [34]. - **Nickel**: In the first quarter, there was a surplus of refined nickel. Although nickel ore prices support nickel prices, the supply is expected to increase after May, and demand will enter the off - season [38]. - **Stainless Steel**: The supply of 304 may be tight, but demand is mainly based on rigid needs. Spot inventories are difficult to digest, and prices will fluctuate widely in the short term [47]. - **Tin**: African tin mines are resuming production, and the supply - demand tension is expected to ease. The demand side has not improved significantly, and prices are mainly driven by the macro - environment [53]. - **Industrial Silicon**: Demand is weak, and supply is expected to increase. Inventories are high, which suppresses prices [59]. - **Polysilicon**: In May, polysilicon production and silicon wafer production decreased, and inventories are expected to decrease. The spot price is weak, and the 07 contract is facing a game between fundamentals and delivery contradictions [63][65]. - **Lithium Carbonate**: The supply of 304 may be tight, but demand is mainly based on rigid needs. Spot inventories are difficult to digest, and prices will fluctuate widely in the short term [68]. 3.4 Trading Strategies - **Copper**: Wait and see for unilateral, arbitrage, and option trading [4][7][8]. - **Alumina**: It is expected to be strongly volatile in the short term. Wait and see for arbitrage and option trading [15][16]. - **Aluminum**: It is expected to fluctuate. Consider a positive spread opportunity for 06 - 09 contracts, and wait and see for option trading [24]. - **Zinc**: Fluctuate within a range. Try short - selling at high prices on a light position. Wait and see for arbitrage and option trading [28]. - **Lead**: Fluctuate within a range. Be vigilant about the impact of capital on prices. Wait and see for arbitrage and option trading [35]. - **Nickel**: Weaken with fluctuations. Consider a range double - selling strategy for options, and wait and see for arbitrage [41][42][43]. - **Stainless Steel**: Be strongly volatile in the short term. Wait and see for arbitrage [48][49]. - **Tin**: Adjust with fluctuations in the short term. Pay attention to the supply situation of the ore end. Wait and see for options [54][55]. - **Industrial Silicon**: Hold short positions, sell out - of - the - money call options, and conduct reverse spreads for Si2511 and Si2512 [60]. - **Polysilicon**: Hold short positions for the PS2507 contract, sell PS2507 - C - 40000, and wait and see for arbitrage [65]. - **Lithium Carbonate**: Be strongly volatile in the short term. Wait and see for arbitrage [69][70].

Group 1: Report Summary Investment Rating - No report industry investment rating was provided in the content [1][21][35] Core View - The report analyzes the market conditions of various non - ferrous metals including copper, aluminum, zinc, etc., and provides trading strategies based on market data, industry news, and logical analysis [4][23][37] Section Summaries Copper - **Market Review**: The Shanghai Copper 2506 contract closed at 78,100 yuan with a 0.31% increase, and the Shanghai Copper index increased its position by 3,097 lots to 531,000 lots. Spot prices in different regions showed different trends [2] - **Important Information**: Ivanhoe Mining suspended the operation of its Kakula underground mine due to earthquake activity [3] - **Logic Analysis**: The mid - year negotiation between Antofagasta and smelters is approaching, and the copper concentrate processing fee is under pressure. The import of recycled copper may increase, but the long - term supply is still tight. The market may show a back structure in the medium term [4] - **Trading Strategy**: It is recommended to temporarily observe for single - sided trading, arbitrage, and options [5][7] Alumina - **Market Review**: The Alumina 2509 contract rose by 98 yuan/ton to 3,246 yuan/ton, with an increase of 3.11%. Spot prices in various regions also increased [9] - **Related Information**: Guinea's Axis mining area had its mining license revoked, and the transition authorities designated multiple mining rights as strategic reserve areas [10][11] - **Logic Analysis**: The Guinea event may reduce the annual surplus of bauxite supply and support the bauxite price. Short - term attention should be paid to the resumption of alumina production capacity [13][14] - **Trading Strategy**: It is expected that the alumina price will be strongly volatile in the short term. Temporarily observe for arbitrage and options [15][16] Electrolytic Aluminum - **Market Review**: The Shanghai Aluminum 2506 contract decreased by 80 yuan/ton to 20,125 yuan/ton. Spot prices in different regions also changed [18] - **Related Information**: There were news about Sino - US trade, real - estate data, bank interest rates, and Fed officials' statements. Aluminum inventory decreased [19][20] - **Trading Logic**: Fed officials hinted at no interest rate cut before September, and domestic banks lowered deposit rates. Aluminum consumption maintained an upward trend, and low inventory supported the price difference [23] - **Trading Strategy**: It is expected that the aluminum price will fluctuate. Consider the positive arbitrage opportunity for the 06 - 09 contract and temporarily observe for options [24] Zinc - **Market Review**: The Shanghai Zinc 2507 rose by 0.83% to 22,410 yuan/ton. Spot trading was mainly among traders, and the spot premium declined slightly [26] - **Related Information**: The Hong Kong Exchange plans to add three storage facilities in Hong Kong, and the zinc ore tender price in North China increased [27] - **Logic Analysis**: Some smelters resumed production, downstream orders did not improve, and short - term zinc prices may fluctuate within a range [28] - **Trading Strategy**: For single - sided trading, short positions can be lightly tested at high prices. Temporarily observe for arbitrage and options [29] Lead - **Market Review**: The Shanghai Lead 2506 rose by 0.45% to 16,900 yuan/ton. Spot trading was mainly for rigid demand, and regional trading was acceptable [30] - **Related Information**: Some recycled lead smelters reduced the purchase price of waste batteries and planned to stop production [31] - **Logic Analysis**: Recycled lead smelters are in a loss state, and the short - term resumption of production willingness is not strong. The demand off - season restricts the upward space of lead prices [32] - **Trading Strategy**: The lead price is expected to fluctuate within a range. Temporarily observe for arbitrage and options [33] Nickel - **Market Review**: The main contract of Shanghai Nickel NI2506 decreased by 60 to 123,280 yuan/ton. Spot premiums changed [34] - **Related Information**: In April 2025, nickel ore imports increased seasonally, and the export of ternary precursors decreased [36] - **Logic Analysis**: LME nickel inventory increased, nickel ore prices supported the nickel price, but the supply surplus is expected to expand after May [37] - **Trading Strategy**: The nickel price is expected to weaken. Consider the double - selling strategy for options and temporarily observe for arbitrage [38] Stainless Steel - **Market Review**: The main contract of stainless steel SS2507 rose by 30 to 12,870 yuan/ton. Spot prices were given [39] - **Important Information**: The European stainless steel market is facing challenges, and prices are falling [40] - **Logic Analysis**: In May, steel mills' production decreased, demand was mainly for rigid demand, and the price is expected to fluctuate widely in the short term [41] - **Trading Strategy**: The stainless - steel price is expected to be slightly stronger in the short - term. Temporarily observe for arbitrage [43][44] Tin - **Market Review**: The main contract of Shanghai Tin closed at 267,730 yuan/ton, with a 1.11% increase. Spot trading was limited [46] - **Related Information**: There was news about the US missile defense system, but it had little impact on the tin market [47] - **Logic Analysis**: Tin prices are in a high - level shock. African tin mines are gradually resuming production, and the supply - demand situation is expected to ease [48] - **Trading Strategy**: The tin price is expected to adjust in the short term. Temporarily observe for options [49][50] Industrial Silicon - **Market Review**: The main contract of industrial silicon futures weakened, and spot prices were generally lowered [52] - **Related Information**: The US launched anti - dumping and anti - subsidy investigations on imported industrial silicon from multiple countries [53] - **Logic Analysis**: Demand is weak, supply will increase, and high inventory suppresses prices [54] - **Trading Strategy**: Hold short positions, sell out - of - the - money call options, and conduct reverse arbitrage for Si2511 and Si2512 [54] Polysilicon - **Market Review**: The main contract of polysilicon futures strengthened, and spot prices were given [55] - **Related Information**: The US electricity consumption is expected to reach a record high, and solar power installation capacity is expected to remain stable [56] - **Logic Analysis**: In May, production decreased, inventory decreased, and the 07 contract is facing a game between fundamentals and delivery contradictions [57][58] - **Trading Strategy**: Hold short positions for the PS2507 contract, sell PS2507 - C - 40000, and temporarily observe for arbitrage [59] Lithium Carbonate - **Market Review**: The main contract of lithium carbonate rose, and spot prices decreased [60] - **Related Information**: In April 2025, lithium carbonate imports increased significantly [61] - **Logic Analysis**: Some smelters and mines are reducing production, but demand is not optimistic, and inventory is high [62] - **Trading Strategy**: Short on rebounds, hold put ratio options, and temporarily observe for arbitrage [63][65][66] Second Part: Non - ferrous Industry Price and Related Data - The report provides daily data tables for various non - ferrous metals, including price, spread, inventory, and profit data, as well as multiple charts showing the historical trends of price, spread, inventory, etc. for each metal [68][79][184]

Group 1: Implementation of Policies for Private Economy - The National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) has officially implemented the Private Economy Promotion Law, marking a significant milestone in the development of the private economy in China [1] - NDRC has planned 53 policy measures across 7 areas to support the law's implementation, including actions to improve the social credit system and eliminate market access barriers [1] - NDRC aims to address concerns of private enterprises by utilizing new local government special bonds and enhancing transparency in enterprise-related fees [1] Group 2: Employment and Economic Stability - NDRC is accelerating the rollout of employment stabilization and economic growth policies, with most measures expected to be implemented by the end of June [2] - The commission emphasizes the need for ongoing policy research and reserves to ensure timely responses to economic needs [2] Group 3: Infrastructure and Urban Development - NDRC plans to finalize the list of this year's "two heavy" construction projects by the end of June, focusing on high standards for implementation [3] - A special central budget for urban renewal projects will be established, supporting various infrastructure improvements, including the renovation of old residential areas [8] Group 4: Foreign Investment Encouragement - The revised foreign investment encouragement directory will prominently feature high-end manufacturing and digital economy sectors, reflecting the government's focus on these areas [4] Group 5: Addressing Market Competition Issues - NDRC acknowledges that "involution" in competition distorts market mechanisms and disrupts fair competition, necessitating corrective measures [5] - The commission proposes targeted strategies to address structural contradictions in key industries, promoting innovation and optimizing industrial layouts [7] Group 6: Credit and Contract Enforcement - NDRC is working to enhance the government’s integrity in contract enforcement and improve standards for recognizing government debt and penalties for dishonesty [10][11] - The commission aims to streamline the credit repair process and ensure timely removal from dishonesty lists for compliant entities [11] Group 7: Low-altitude Economy Development - NDRC is focused on safely expanding low-altitude economic applications while addressing safety risks associated with low-altitude flying [12][13] - The commission emphasizes the importance of regulatory compliance and safety governance in the development of low-altitude tourism and related activities [12] Group 8: Equipment Renewal and Consumer Support - NDRC plans to expedite the funding for consumer goods replacement programs and implement loan interest subsidies for equipment updates to reduce financing costs for businesses [14][15]

Group 1: Report Industry Investment Ratings - There is no explicit overall industry investment rating provided in the report. However, investment suggestions are given for different sectors, including "long - position reduction", "short - selling opportunities", "interval trading", etc. [1] Group 2: Core Views of the Report - The market shows complex trends due to various factors such as economic data, policy changes, and supply - demand relationships across different commodity sectors. The overall market sentiment is affected by factors like the US consumer confidence index, inflation expectations, and geopolitical events. [1] Group 3: Summaries by Related Catalogs Macro - Financial - For stock index futures, it is recommended to consider reducing long positions and be vigilant about further adjustment risks [1]. - The bond futures are supported by asset shortage and weak economy in the long - term, but the short - term rise is suppressed by the central bank's interest - rate risk reminder [1]. - Gold prices may enter a consolidation phase in the short - term, while the long - term upward logic remains unchanged. Silver prices may be more resilient than gold in the short - term due to potential tariff impacts [1]. Non - Ferrous Metals - Copper prices are expected to be weak in the short - term due to lower downstream demand and other factors [1]. - Aluminum prices will remain strong in the short - term supported by low inventory and alumina price rebounds. Alumina prices continue to rise due to supply disruptions [1]. - Zinc fundamentals are weak, and it is recommended to look for short - selling opportunities [1]. - Nickel prices will oscillate in the short - term and face long - term oversupply pressure. Short - term interval trading is suggested [1]. - Stainless steel futures will oscillate in the short - term with long - term supply pressure. Interval trading is recommended [1]. - Tin prices have strong fundamental support before the复产 of Wa State [1]. Chemicals - Silicon presents a situation of strong supply, weak demand, and low - valuation, with no improvement in demand and high inventory pressure [1]. - Lithium carbonate has no further supply contraction, increasing inventory, and downstream rigid - demand purchasing [1]. - For methanol, the short - term spot market will trade in a range, and the long - term market may turn from strong to weak and oscillate [1]. - PVC has weak fundamentals but is boosted by macro - factors, and its price will oscillate [1]. - LPG prices are expected to decline in the short - term due to tariff easing and demand off - season [1]. Black Metals - Rebar is in a window of switching from peak to off - season, with cost loosening and a supply - demand surplus, lacking upward momentum [1]. - Iron ore prices will oscillate, and manganese ore prices are expected to decline due to oversupply [1]. - Coke and coking coal are in a relatively oversupplied situation, and it is recommended to take advantage of price rebounds for hedging [1]. Agricultural Products - Brazilian sugar production in the 2025/26 season is expected to reach a record high, but it may be affected by crude oil prices [1]. - Grains are expected to oscillate, and a strategy of buying on dips is recommended considering the tight annual supply - demand situation [1]. - Soybean prices are expected to oscillate due to lack of speculation and market pressure [1]. - Cotton prices are expected to oscillate weakly as the domestic cotton - spinning industry enters the off - season [1]. - Pulp prices will oscillate due to lack of upward momentum after the tariff - related boost [1]. - Livestock prices will oscillate as the pig inventory recovers and the market is in a state of abundant supply expectation [1]. Energy - Crude oil and fuel oil prices are affected by the progress of the Iran nuclear deal and the end of the Sino - US trade negotiation drive [1]. - Asphalt prices will oscillate as cost drags, inventory returns to normal, and demand slowly recovers [1]. - Natural rubber prices are affected by rainfall, cost support, and the end of the trade negotiation drive [1].

1. Report Industry Investment Rating - The investment rating for the alumina industry is "oscillation" [1] 2. Core View of the Report - Guinea's ore disturbances have intensified, leading to a rebound in alumina futures prices. The supply of domestic ore remains tight, and the issue of Guinea's government revoking some mining licenses has further escalated, increasing concerns about long - term ore supply. The spot price of alumina has risen, with increased market trading volume. The static supply - demand imbalance has improved, and the inventory has started to decline. The cost side has shown obvious loosening, and the subsequent focus is on the progress of Guinea's ore disturbances [1][12][14] 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Alumina Industry Chain Weekly Overview - **Raw Materials**: Domestic ore prices were temporarily stable last week. Due to safety, environmental protection, resource integration, and grade decline, the overall supply of domestic ore was tight. The import market was in a stalemate, and the problem of Guinea revoking mining licenses escalated, involving an annual production capacity of about 40 million tons. The newly arrived ore was 4.099 million tons, including 3.242 million tons from Guinea and 0.805 million tons from Australia. The shipping freight from Guinea to China decreased slightly to $19 per ton [11] - **Alumina**: The spot price of alumina rose last week. The trading atmosphere in the market continued to heat up, and the demand from traders and some downstream increased. The export window of Chinese alumina remained closed. The national alumina operating capacity fluctuated slightly, with a construction capacity of 110.82 million tons, an operating capacity of 86.85 million tons, and an operating rate of 78.4% [12] - **Demand**: There was no change in domestic and overseas demand. The domestic electrolytic aluminum operating capacity was 43.923 million tons, and the overseas electrolytic aluminum operating capacity was 29.408 million tons, both remaining unchanged week - on - week [13] - **Inventory**: As of May 15th, the national alumina inventory was 3.246 million tons, a decrease of 42,000 tons from last week. The alumina inventory of some electrolytic aluminum enterprises continued to decline, while the inventory of alumina enterprises fluctuated slightly. The in - transit and shipped alumina increased, and the port export volume increased [13] - **Warehouse Receipts**: The registered warehouse receipts of alumina on the Shanghai Futures Exchange were 204,735 tons, a decrease of 45,028 tons from last week. The previous large surplus had been significantly alleviated, and the supply shortage in the short - term led to inventory reduction [14] 3.2 Weekly Key Event News Summary in the Industry Chain - In Shanxi, 0.3 million tons of alumina were traded at an ex - factory price of 3,000 yuan per ton on May 14th [15] - In Guangxi, 0.2 million tons of alumina were traded at a price of 3,050 yuan per ton [15] - In Henan, 0.2 million tons of alumina were traded at an ex - factory price of 3,100 yuan per ton on May 15th [15] 3.3 Key Data Monitoring of the Upstream and Downstream of the Industry Chain - **Raw Materials and Cost Side**: The data includes domestic and imported bauxite prices, domestic bauxite port inventory, shipping volume from major bauxite - importing countries, sea - floating inventory, domestic caustic soda and thermal coal price trends, and alumina production costs in various provinces [16][19][22][25][27][29] - **Alumina Price and Supply - Demand Balance**: It covers domestic and imported alumina prices, domestic electrolytic aluminum spot prices, the futures price ratio of electrolytic aluminum to alumina on the Shanghai Futures Exchange, and the weekly supply - demand balance of domestic alumina [34] - **Alumina Inventory and Warehouse Receipts**: The data involves the alumina inventory of electrolytic aluminum plants and alumina plants, domestic alumina yard/station/in - transit inventory, port inventory, total social inventory, and the warehouse receipt volume and holding volume of alumina on the Shanghai Futures Exchange [41][44][46][48]

Report Summary 1. Industry Investment Ratings The report does not provide an overall investment rating for the entire有色金属 industry. Instead, it offers specific trading strategies for different metals, which can be considered as implicit investment suggestions for each metal sub - sector. 2. Core Viewpoints The report analyzes multiple metals including precious metals, copper, alumina, electrolytic aluminum, zinc, lead, nickel, stainless steel, industrial silicon, polycrystalline silicon, lithium carbonate, and tin. It notes that market risk sentiment has improved due to potential trade agreements, but US macro - data is mixed, affecting the dollar and metal prices. For most metals, it believes that current prices are in an adjustment phase after a period of movement, with varying degrees of uncertainty in future supply and demand and price trends [3]. 3. Summary by Metal Precious Metals - **Market Review**: London gold rose 1.98% to $3239.6/oz, London silver rose 1.3% to $32.63/oz. The US dollar index fell 0.16% to 100.88, and the 10 - year US Treasury yield was 4.449%. The RMB - US dollar exchange rate rose 0.03% to 7.2067 [2]. - **Important News**: Japan seeks a third - round US - Japan trade negotiation, and the EU and the US will accelerate trade talks. US macro - data shows mixed results, with the 4 - month retail sales rate at 0.1%, and the 4 - month PPI annual rate at 2.4%. The probability of the Fed maintaining interest rates in June is 91.7% [2]. - **Logic Analysis**: The risk premium of precious metals may be cleared in the short term, but considering inflation and trade uncertainties, they are in an adjustment phase after a rapid rise [3]. - **Trading Strategy**: Buy on dips with light positions for single - side trading; wait and see for arbitrage and options [3]. Copper - **Market Review**: LME copper closed at $9600, up $8 or 0.08%. LME inventory decreased by 925 tons to 184,600 tons, and COMEX inventory increased by 1523 short tons to 168,563 short tons [5]. - **Important News**: US April PPI decreased by 0.5% month - on - month, the largest decline in five years [5]. - **Logic Analysis**: Macro sentiment supports prices. After the reduction of Sino - US tariffs, US scrap copper imports may flow back to China. The scrap - refined copper spread has decreased, and some enterprises have cut production. Copper inventory has increased [5]. - **Trading Strategy**: Not provided in the text. Alumina - **Market Review**: The night - session alumina 2509 contract rose to 2995 yuan/ton. Spot prices in various regions increased, and overseas market prices also rose [8]. - **Important News**: Overseas and domestic spot alumina transactions occurred, and the national alumina inventory decreased by 42,000 tons to 3.246 million tons [8][9]. - **Logic Analysis**: The balance between supply and demand has tightened due to increased maintenance capacity, but new production and potential resumption of production may change the situation [11]. - **Trading Strategy**: Single - side trading: expect high - level fluctuations, consider shorting if supply - demand returns to surplus; wait and see for arbitrage and options [9][11]. Electrolytic Aluminum - **Market Review**: The night - session Shanghai aluminum 2506 contract rose to 20,295 yuan/ton, and spot prices in different regions increased [13]. - **Important News**: The US revoked 91% of tariffs on Chinese goods, and China's April social financing and other financial data were announced. Aluminum inventory decreased by 8000 tons [13][16]. - **Logic Analysis**: The easing of Sino - US trade relations improves demand expectations, and low inventory in May may support prices [16]. - **Trading Strategy**: Single - side trading: expect prices to oscillate strongly; wait and see for arbitrage and options [16]. Zinc - **Market Review**: LME zinc fell 1.25% to $2726/ton, and Shanghai zinc 2506 fell 0.64% to 22,595 yuan/ton. Spot trading was light [18]. - **Important News**: US April PPI data was released, and domestic zinc inventory increased by 30,000 tons to 863,000 tons [19]. - **Logic Analysis**: Global zinc mine supply is increasing, and domestic production is expected to be stable in May. Supply growth exceeds demand growth, and inventory may accumulate [21]. - **Trading Strategy**: Single - side trading: consider shorting on rallies, beware of capital - driven price fluctuations; wait and see for arbitrage and options [21]. Lead - **Market Review**: LME lead rose 0.52% to $2004.5/ton, and Shanghai lead 2506 rose 0.62% to 17,025 yuan/ton. Spot trading was mainly for rigid demand [23]. - **Important News**: Lead inventory increased by 85,000 tons to 560,000 tons, and sellers' willingness to sell increased while buyers were cautious [24]. - **Logic Analysis**: Both supply and demand of lead are weak, and prices may oscillate [25]. - **Trading Strategy**: Not provided in the text. Nickel - **Market Review**: LME nickel rose to $15,805/ton, and Shanghai nickel NI2506 rose to 125,230 yuan/ton. Spot premiums decreased [26]. - **Important News**: A nickel project in Tanzania is planned to start construction, and a Philippine company's Q1 net profit increased significantly [26][29]. - **Logic Analysis**: Short - term news affects sentiment, but fundamentals change little. Supply may increase after weather improves, and demand is entering the off - season [30]. - **Trading Strategy**: Single - side trading: expect range - bound fluctuations; wait and see for arbitrage; consider selling options within the range [30]. Stainless Steel - **Market Review**: The stainless steel SS2507 contract fell to 13,020 yuan/ton, and spot prices were stable. Social inventory decreased by 0.42% [32]. - **Important News**: Not provided in the text. - **Logic Analysis**: Short - term prices may oscillate above cost. 300 - series production is decreasing, and demand is affected by macro - factors [34]. - **Trading Strategy**: Single - side trading: expect short - term strong oscillations; wait and see for arbitrage [34]. Industrial Silicon - **Market Review**: The industrial silicon futures contract rose 0.36% to 8410 yuan/ton, and spot prices were stable [36]. - **Important News**: A new project's environmental impact report was publicized [36]. - **Logic Analysis**: Production is expected to increase in May, while demand from organic silicon and polycrystalline silicon is weak. Supply exceeds demand, and inventory is over 800,000 tons [36]. - **Trading Strategy**: Single - side trading: short on rallies; wait and see for options; conduct reverse arbitrage for Si2511 and Si2512 [36][38]. Polycrystalline Silicon - **Market Review**: The polycrystalline silicon futures contract fell 0.68% to 37,920 yuan/ton, and spot prices declined slightly [39]. - **Important News**: A report predicted global photovoltaic market growth [40]. - **Logic Analysis**: Supply and demand both decreased in May, and there may be a shortage of deliverable goods for the 06 contract. The 07 contract may follow fundamental logic [41]. - **Trading Strategy**: Single - side trading: short the PS2507 contract; or short - term long PS2506 and short PS2507, then switch to short - side allocation; sell PS2507 - C - 40000 options; conduct long PS2506 and short PS2507 arbitrage [42][43]. Lithium Carbonate - **Market Review**: The 2507 contract fell to 64,120 yuan/ton, and spot prices rose slightly [44]. - **Important News**: A futures brand was solicited, and a UK miner faced export obstacles [44]. - **Logic Analysis**: Low - cost producers have profits, demand is weak, and there is an oversupply expectation in May and June [44]. - **Trading Strategy**: Single - side trading: short on rebounds; wait and see for arbitrage; hold put ratio options [45]. Tin - **Market Review**: Shanghai tin rose 0.18% to 265,850 yuan/ton, and spot trading was light [47]. - **Important News**: Indonesia's tin exports increased year - on - year in April, and US PPI data was released [47][48]. - **Logic Analysis**: Macro sentiment is positive, and short - term supply is tight, but the annual supply - demand tightness is relieved [48]. - **Trading Strategy**: Single - side trading: expect short - term oscillations, pay attention to supply; wait and see for options [48].

Group 1 - The booking volume for container transport from China to the US surged nearly 300% after the mutual tariff reductions between the US and China, with an average of 21,530 standard containers booked in the week ending May 14, up from 5,709 containers in the week ending May 5 [1] - Rebar production in China increased to 2.2653 million tons, a rise of 30,000 tons or 1.34% from the previous week, while apparent demand rose by 460,000 tons or 21.69% to 2.6029 million tons [1] - Brazil's Mato Grosso state achieved a record soybean yield of 66.3 bags per hectare for the 2024/2025 season, exceeding recent averages by 14 bags [1] Group 2 - The expected biodiesel blending obligation in the US is projected to be between 4.6 to 4.8 billion gallons, significantly lower than the previous estimate of 5.5 to 5.75 billion gallons [2] - Brazil's soybean exports are forecasted to reach 3.9898 million tons for the week of May 11 to May 17, up from 3.1062 million tons the previous week [2] - Approximately 17% of US soybean planting areas are affected by drought, an increase from 15% the previous week, while 22% of corn planting areas are affected, up from 20% [2] Group 3 - The float glass industry in China is experiencing a supply contraction, with an average operating rate of 75%, down 0.24% week-on-week, and production falling to 1.0917 million tons, the lowest in two and a half months [3] - The total production capacity for metallurgical-grade alumina in China is 10.9222 million tons per year, with an operating capacity of 8.412 million tons per year, and the weekly operating rate decreased by 2.66 percentage points to 77.02% [3]

Group 1: Investment Ratings - No investment ratings for the industry are provided in the report. Group 2: Core Views - The domestic "One Bank, One Commission, One Administration" policy slightly exceeded expectations, and the Sino - US negotiation achieved significant progress, but the current tariff level remains high, which may limit market optimism. The supply of copper ore and recycled copper remains tight, while consumption shows signs of marginal weakening, making it difficult for copper prices to continue rising in the short term [1]. - The domestic aluminum ingot is approaching its production capacity limit, and the continuous decline in short - term inventory strongly supports aluminum prices. However, due to the current seasonally weak consumption, the sustainability of demand improvement may face challenges, restricting the rebound height of aluminum prices [3]. - The port inventory of lead concentrate continues to rise, the waste inventory is limited, and the downstream battery enterprises' holiday has been extended. After the Sino - US economic and trade talks, the short - term commodity sentiment is strong, and the medium - term Shanghai lead index is expected to fluctuate within a range [4]. - The port inventory of zinc concentrate continues to rise, and the zinc ore surplus expectation remains unchanged. The zinc ingot inventory has slightly increased, but the domestic warehouse receipts remain at a low level. The Russian lead - zinc mine's expected shutdown in June may boost zinc prices from an emotional perspective [6]. - The supply of tin is currently tight but is expected to ease. The impact of tariffs on the demand side remains to be observed. If downstream demand remains weak, the tin price center may shift downward [7][8]. - The cost of nickel is expected to ease, and the spot demand is weak. Nickel prices should be treated with a bearish mindset [9]. - The short - term tariff change of lithium carbonate will bring additional orders, and the peak season is expected to continue. The futures price is likely to fluctuate, and attention should be paid to the upstream and downstream operating rates and domestic inventory changes [11]. - The supply of alumina is subject to continuous disturbances, and the new production capacity has increased uncertainty. The cost support continues to decline. In the short term, it is recommended to wait and see, and the medium - to - long - term supply surplus trend is difficult to change [13]. - The stainless steel market shows a differentiated trend of narrow cost fluctuations and rising spot prices, with significantly improved steel mill profits. The short - term market is resilient, but the medium - to - long - term trend depends on the game between terminal recovery intensity and the off - season cycle [15]. Group 3: Summary by Metal Copper - Yesterday, LME copper closed down 0.34% at $9592/ton, and SHFE copper's main contract closed at 78,650 yuan/ton. LME inventory decreased by 4075 to 185,575 tons, and the cancellation warrant ratio dropped to 41.8%. In China, SHFE copper warehouse receipts increased by 21,000 to 50,000 tons. The spot in Shanghai was at a discount of 25 yuan/ton to the futures, and in Guangdong, it changed from a premium to a discount of 15 yuan/ton. The domestic copper spot import loss narrowed to about 250 yuan/ton, and the Yangshan copper premium declined. The refined - scrap copper price difference widened to 1680 yuan/ton. The expected operating range for SHFE copper's main contract today is 78,000 - 79,200 yuan/ton, and for LME copper 3M, it is $9500 - $9700/ton [1]. Aluminum - Yesterday, LME aluminum closed up 1.16% at $2522/ton, and SHFE aluminum's main contract closed at 20,255 yuan/ton. The position of the SHFE aluminum weighted contract decreased by 3000 to 545,000 lots, and the futures warehouse receipts increased by 1000 to 62,000 tons. The domestic aluminum ingot inventory in three regions decreased by 8000 to 471,000 tons, and the inventory of aluminum rods in Guangdong and Wuxi decreased by 4000 to 93,000 tons. The spot in East China was at a premium of 20 yuan/ton to the futures. The expected operating range for the domestic main contract today is 20,050 - 20,320 yuan/ton, and for LME aluminum 3M, it is $2480 - $2550/ton [3]. Lead - On Wednesday, the Shanghai lead index closed down 0.16% at 16,937 yuan/ton. LME lead 3S fell by $9 to $1984/ton. The SMM1 lead ingot average price was 16,750 yuan/ton, and the refined - scrap lead price difference was 25 yuan/ton. The SHFE lead ingot futures inventory was 48,300 tons, and the LME lead ingot inventory was 253,200 tons. The domestic social inventory increased to 47,600 tons. The medium - term Shanghai lead index is expected to fluctuate between 16,300 - 17,800 yuan/ton, and the short - term lead price shows a strong - side fluctuation [4]. Zinc - On Wednesday, the Shanghai zinc index closed up 1.69% at 22,605 yuan/ton. LME zinc 3S rose by $40 to $2732.5/ton. The SMM0 zinc ingot average price was 22,840 yuan/ton. The SHFE zinc ingot futures inventory was 1600 tons, and the LME zinc ingot inventory was 168,000 tons. The domestic social inventory slightly decreased to 83,300 tons. The Russian lead - zinc mine is expected to shut down in June, which may boost zinc prices emotionally. The zinc price has rebounded slightly [6]. Tin - On May 14, 2025, the closing price of the SHFE tin main contract was 262,070 yuan/ton, down 0.43%. The SHFE registered warehouse receipts decreased by 60 to 8179 tons, and the LME inventory decreased by 15 to 2775 tons. The domestic tin ore is gradually resuming production, and the demand is affected by tariffs. The expected operating range for the domestic main contract is 250,000 - 270,000 yuan/ton, and for overseas LME tin, it is $30,000 - $33,000/ton [7][8]. Nickel - On Wednesday, the nickel price fluctuated upward. The closing price of the SHFE nickel main contract was 125,230 yuan/ton, up 1.11%, and the LME main contract closed at $15,800/ton, up 0.35%. The price of nickel ore from the Philippines remained stable, and the price of high - nickel pig iron in the market continued to weaken. The expected operating range for the SHFE nickel main contract today is 120,000 - 130,000 yuan/ton, and for LME nickel 3M, it is $15,000 - $16,300/ton [9]. Lithium Carbonate - The MMLC spot index of lithium carbonate closed at 64,727 yuan, down 0.13%. The LC2507 contract closed at 65,200 yuan, up 3.13%. The main contract's closing price was at a premium of 250 yuan to the MMLC average price of battery - grade lithium carbonate. The short - term tariff change will bring additional orders, and the futures price is likely to fluctuate. The expected operating range for the Guangzhou Futures Exchange's lithium carbonate 2507 contract today is 64,200 - 66,000 yuan/ton [11]. Alumina - On May 14, 2025, the alumina index rose 3.54% to 2941 yuan/ton. The spot prices in various regions increased. The Shandong spot price was at a discount of 60 yuan/ton to the 07 contract. The overseas price also increased. The futures warehouse receipts decreased to 209,800 tons. In the short term, it is recommended to wait and see, and the expected operating range for the domestic main contract AO2509 is 2700 - 3050 yuan/ton [13]. Stainless Steel - On Wednesday, the stainless steel main contract closed at 13,080 yuan/ton, up 1.16%. The spot prices in Foshan and Wuxi markets increased. The raw material prices were mostly stable. The futures inventory decreased to 158,809 tons, and the social inventory increased to 1.113 million tons. The short - term market is resilient, and the medium - to - long - term trend depends on terminal recovery and the off - season [15].

Report Industry Investment Rating No information provided in the report. Core Viewpoints of the Report - The market risk sentiment has continued to improve due to the progress in Sino-US trade negotiations and the overall easing trend of geopolitical conflicts. However, the substantial impact on the US economy from tariff negotiations requires continuous observation. In the short term, there may be some adjustment space for the premium of precious metals previously brought by safe-haven demand. [2][4] - The Sino-US trade talks have achieved substantial progress, but the copper market still faces challenges such as a decline in processing fees and weakening downstream demand. Copper prices are expected to remain at a high level. [6][9][10] - Alumina prices are expected to be volatile in the short term. Considering the expected oversupply situation, shorting after a price rebound is recommended. [16][18][19] - The Sino-US trade talks' progress may affect aluminum consumption. Although the aluminum inventory is expected to decline in the short term, the overall annual oversupply pressure remains. Aluminum prices are expected to fluctuate within a wide range. [21][23][24] - Zinc prices may face downward pressure due to the approaching end of the consumption peak season, the inflow of imported refined zinc, and the gradual accumulation of social inventory. [27][29][30] - Lead prices are expected to remain volatile under the background of the continuous expansion of secondary lead production cuts and the off-season of battery replacement. [33] - Nickel prices are expected to fluctuate within a wide range. The upward space is limited, and attention should be paid to changes in the macro situation. [36][39][40] - Stainless steel prices are expected to fluctuate in the short term, following the trends of nickel prices and the macro sentiment. [42][43] - Industrial silicon supply is expected to increase while demand decreases in May, leading to an oversupply situation. Shorting after a price rebound is recommended. [48][49] - Polysilicon prices are expected to rise in the short term due to the strong demand from some crystal pulling factories and the relatively small number of delivery products. A long position in the PS2506 contract and a positive spread strategy of going long on PS2506 and short on PS2507 are recommended. [52][53] - Lithium carbonate prices may rebound due to the easing of Sino-US tariffs, but the overall oversupply situation remains. Holding short positions is recommended. [58][59] - Tin prices are mainly affected by macro factors. In the short term, they are expected to adjust in a volatile manner, and attention should be paid to the supply situation of tin mines. [64][65] Summary by Related Catalogs Precious Metals Market Review - London gold initially declined below $3,280 and then rebounded, closing up 0.63% at $3,326.46 per ounce on Friday. However, it gapped down this morning due to the substantial progress in Sino-US economic and trade talks over the weekend. Spot silver closed up 0.84% at $32.72 per ounce on Friday. Affected by the external market, the main contract of Shanghai gold closed up 0.33% at 790.74 yuan per gram, and the main contract of Shanghai silver closed up 0.88% at 8,221 yuan per kilogram. [2] - The US dollar index gave back part of the previous day's gains, closing down 0.3% at 100.339. [2] - The yield of the 10-year US Treasury note fluctuated within a narrow range, closing at 4.378%. [2] - The RMB exchange rate against the US dollar traded sideways, finally closing up 0.07% at 7.2399. [2] Important Information - Sino-US economic and trade talks in Switzerland have achieved substantial progress. The two sides agreed to establish a Sino-US economic and trade consultation mechanism and will release a joint statement on May 12. Trump announced that he will release important content and plans to sign an executive order to reduce drug prices by 30%-80%. [2] - Federal Reserve officials have different views on interest rate policies. The market expects the Fed to maintain the interest rate in June with a probability of 82.7% and cut the interest rate by 25 basis points with a probability of 17.3%. In July, the probability of maintaining the interest rate is 40.8%, the probability of a cumulative 25-basis-point cut is 50.7%, and the probability of a cumulative 50-basis-point cut is 8.7%. [2] - Geopolitical conflicts: There were sporadic conflicts between India and Pakistan, but the situation has eased. Putin proposed to restart direct negotiations between Russia and Ukraine in Istanbul on the 15th, and Zelensky said he would wait for Putin in Turkey. The Ukrainian foreign minister said that Ukraine is ready to unconditionally cease fire for at least 30 days. [4] Trading Strategy - Unilateral: Temporarily wait and see. - Arbitrage: Wait and see. - Options: Wait and see. [4] Copper Market Review - The price of LME copper closed at $9,439 on Friday, down $35.5 or 0.37%. [6] - LME inventory increased by 2,500 tons to 191,700 tons on Friday, and COMEX inventory increased by 1,533 short tons to 160,250 short tons. [6] Important Information - Sino-US economic and trade talks from May 10 to 11 in Geneva achieved substantial progress, and a joint statement will be released on May 12. [6] - In April 2025, the national consumer price index (CPI) decreased by 0.1% year-on-year, and the average from January to April decreased by 0.1% compared with the same period last year. [6][8] - In April 2025, the import of unwrought copper and copper products was 438,000 tons, the same as in April 2024. From January to April, the cumulative import was 1.742 million tons, a decrease of 3.9% compared with the same period in 2024. [8] Trading Strategy - Unilateral: Due to the substantial progress in Sino-US negotiations, copper prices are expected to remain at a high level. - Arbitrage: Temporarily wait and see. - Options: Wait and see. [10] Alumina Market Review - The night session of the alumina 2509 contract decreased by 14 yuan per ton to 2,810 yuan per ton. [12] - The spot prices of alumina in various regions increased to varying degrees. [12] Important Information - As of Friday, the national alumina production capacity was 110.82 million tons, with an operating capacity of 86.75 million tons, a decrease of 550,000 tons compared with before the holiday, and an operating rate of 78.2%. In April 2025, the weighted average full cost of alumina was 3,211 yuan per ton, a decrease of 81 yuan per ton month-on-month and an increase of 462 yuan per ton year-on-year. The alumina industry had an average loss of 311 yuan per ton, and the loss increased by 266 yuan per ton month-on-month. [13][14] - The third 1-million-ton production line of a large alumina enterprise in Shandong was put into operation in mid-April, and it is expected to produce finished products by the end of the month. The second 1.6-million-ton production line of a large alumina plant in Hebei will produce finished products in late May, and the third 1.6-million-ton production line will be put into operation in early June. [14] - After the May Day holiday, the bauxite market experienced a significant price adjustment. The price of Guinea's mainstream 45/3 ore was reduced to $75 per dry ton (CIF), and the price of bulk ore dropped to $76 per dry ton. [14] - Guinea's government has initiated procedures to revoke the mining license of Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) in the country. [14] - Guinea's transitional president signed two executive orders on May 9, terminating the mining concessions of two foreign mining companies in the country. [15] - On May 9, 2,000 tons of spot alumina were traded in Shandong at an ex-factory price of 2,900 yuan per ton. [15] Trading Strategy - Unilateral: In the short term, alumina prices are expected to fluctuate. If the oversupply situation remains unchanged after a price rebound, shorting is recommended. - Arbitrage: Temporarily wait and see. - Options: Temporarily wait and see. [19] Electrolytic Aluminum Market Review - The night session of the Shanghai aluminum 2506 contract increased by 70 yuan per ton to 19,655 yuan per ton. [21] - On May 9, the spot prices of A00 aluminum ingots in East China, South China, and Central China were 19,610 yuan per ton (down 20 yuan), 19,550 yuan per ton (down 30 yuan), and 19,600 yuan per ton (up 10 yuan), respectively. [21] Important Information - Sino-US economic and trade talks from May 10 to 11 in Geneva achieved substantial progress, and a joint statement will be released on May 12. [21] - In April 2025, the national CPI decreased by 0.1% year-on-year and increased by 0.1% month-on-month. The PPI decreased by 2.7% year-on-year and 0.4% month-on-month. [22] - On May 9, the electrolytic aluminum inventory in major markets decreased by 15,000 tons compared with the previous trading day. [22] - In April 2025, China exported 518,000 tons of unwrought aluminum and aluminum products. From January to April, the cumulative export was 1.883 million tons, a decrease of 5.7% compared with the same period last year. [22] Trading Strategy - Unilateral: With the overall marginal easing of tariff expectations, attention should be paid to the results of the Sino-US talks. Aluminum prices are expected to fluctuate within a wide range. - Arbitrage: Considering the strong current situation and weak future expectations, a positive spread strategy of going long on the 06 contract and short on the 09 contract is recommended. - Options: Temporarily wait and see. [24] Zinc Market Review - The LME zinc market rose 0.66% to $2,655.5 per ton on Friday night. The Shanghai zinc 2506 contract rose 0.04% to 22,260 yuan per ton, and the open interest of the Shanghai zinc index decreased by 1,863 lots to 228,300 lots. [26] - In the Shanghai spot market, the mainstream transaction price of 0 zinc was concentrated between 22,825 and 22,955 yuan per ton. Due to the arrival of long-term contracts and the inflow of imported zinc, the spot premium was lowered, but the downstream remained on the sidelines, and the spot trading volume did not improve. [26] Important Information - Sino-US economic and trade talks achieved substantial progress. [26] - In April 2025, China's CPI decreased by 0.1% year-on-year, the same as the previous month, and the PPI's year-on-year decline widened to 2.7%. [26] Trading Strategy - Unilateral: Affected by the macro situation, zinc prices may rebound. However, under the bearish fundamental situation, shorting on rallies is still recommended. - Arbitrage: Temporarily wait and see. - Options: Temporarily wait and see. [30] Lead Market Review - The LME lead market rose 1.69% to $1,985.5 per ton on Friday night. The Shanghai lead 2506 contract rose 0.54% to 16,880 yuan per ton, and the open interest of the Shanghai lead index decreased by 1,601 lots to 69,600 lots. [32] - In the spot market, the price of SMM1 lead remained unchanged from the previous trading day. The offers of refineries in Henan, Hunan, and Guangdong were at a discount to the SMM1 lead price. As the lead price stabilized, holders increased the discount to sell, and downstream enterprises purchased on dips as needed. The regional trading volume in the spot market improved relatively. [32] Important Information - Sino-US economic and trade talks achieved substantial progress. [33] - In April 2025, China's CPI decreased by 0.1% year-on-year, the same as the previous month, and the PPI's year-on-year decline widened to 2.7%. [33] - An intermediate and large-scale secondary lead refinery in East China stopped production due to raw material shortages and loss pressure, affecting the output by about 200 tons per day. A small secondary lead refinery in East China postponed its restart plan to mid-to-late May due to the poor market trend. [33] Trading Strategy - Unilateral: Lead prices are expected to remain volatile. - Arbitrage: Temporarily wait and see. - Options: Temporarily wait and see. [33] Nickel Market Review - On Friday, the LME nickel price rose by $275 to $15,850 per ton, the LME nickel inventory decreased by 642 tons to 197,670 tons, and the LME nickel 0-3 spread was -$183.02 per ton. The main contract of Shanghai nickel NI2506 rose by 2,540 yuan to 126,200 yuan per ton, and the open interest of the index increased by 536 lots. [35] - The premium of Jinchuan nickel increased by 50 yuan to 2,300 yuan per ton, the premium of Russian nickel remained unchanged at 150 yuan per ton, and the premium of electrolytic nickel increased by 150 yuan to 150 yuan per ton. [35] Important Information - Talon Metals discovered a high-grade nickel sample with a nickel content of 12.65% near Tamarack, Minnesota, along with copper, gold, and platinum group metals, marking a significant breakthrough in its exploration for supplying battery-grade nickel to Tesla. [35] - PT QMB New Energy Materials Co., Ltd. restarted, with a current capacity utilization rate of about 70% - 80%. [35] - Sino-US economic and trade talks achieved substantial progress. [36] Trading Strategy - Unilateral: Nickel prices are expected to fluctuate within a wide range. Attention should be paid to changes in the macro sentiment. - Arbitrage: Temporarily wait and see. - Options: Consider a double-selling strategy within the range. [40] Stainless Steel Market Review - The main SS2506 contract rose by 55 yuan to 12,775 yuan per ton, and the open interest of the index decreased by 1,721 lots. [42] - In the spot market, the price of cold-rolled stainless steel was between 12,650 and 12,900 yuan per ton, and the price of hot-rolled stainless steel was between 12,500 and 12,600 yuan per ton. [42] Important Information - In April 2025, the total export of stainless steel sheets and finished products from Taiwan, China was 74,500 tons, a decrease of 12.1% month-on-month. [42] - On May 8, Mexico launched an anti-dumping sunset review investigation on stainless steel sinks (weighing no more than 8 kg)原产于 China. [42] - In May, the planned production volume of domestic stainless steel crude steel was 3.619 million tons, a decrease of 78,900 tons or 2.13% month-on-month and an increase of 74,700 tons or 2.11% year-on-year. [42] Trading Strategy - Unilateral: Short-term trading should be cautious and wait for opportunities. - Arbitrage: Temporarily wait and see. [43] Industrial Silicon Market Review - Last week, the main contract of the industrial silicon futures fluctuated weakly, closing at 8,205 yuan per ton. [46] - The spot prices of some grades of industrial silicon continued to decline. Due to weak downstream demand and only rigid procurement, manufacturers were forced to lower the spot prices after the decline in the futures prices. [46] Important Information - Sino-US economic and trade talks achieved substantial progress. [47] Trading Strategy - Unilateral: Short after a price rebound, and exit the short position after large-scale production cuts by manufacturers. - Options: Temporarily wait and see. - Arbitrage: Consider a reverse spread strategy for Si2511 and Si2512. [49] Polysilicon Market Review - Last

1. Report Industry Investment Rating - Alumina: Oscillation [1] 2. Core View of the Report - The price of Guinea ore has further decreased, and there are uncertainties in new alumina investments in China. Alumina supply and demand and costs still face pressure, but the price valuation is not high, and some negative factors have been priced in. The futures price may gradually enter the bottom - grinding stage [1][15] 3. Summary According to the Catalog 3.1 Alumina Industry Chain Weekly Overview - **Raw Materials**: Domestic ore prices were on a downward trend last week. Shanxi 58/5 ore was priced at 700 yuan/ton, Henan 58/5 at 668 yuan/ton, and Guizhou 60/6 at 596 yuan/ton. After the May Day holiday, mine inspections were strengthened. Domestic ore supply remained tight. Imported Guinea mainstream 45/3 ore price dropped to 75 dollars/dry ton (CIF). Newly - arrived ore during the period was 4.747 million tons, including 4.11 million tons from Guinea. The freight from Guinea to China decreased slightly to 19 dollars/ton [12] - **Alumina**: The spot price of alumina rose last week. The northern comprehensive price was 2870 - 2930 yuan/ton, up 10 yuan/ton; the domestic weighted index was 2913.6 yuan/ton, up 22.4 yuan/ton. The import port price was flat. After the holiday, downstream enterprises had a strong willingness to replenish stocks. The domestic alumina full - cost was 2962 yuan/ton, with a real - time profit of - 59 yuan/ton. The number of domestic alumina enterprises under maintenance and production cuts was increasing. The national alumina production capacity was 110.82 million tons, with an operating capacity of 86.75 million tons, a decrease of 550,000 tons from before the holiday, and an operating rate of 78.2% [3][13] - **Demand**: There were no changes in domestic and overseas demand. The domestic electrolytic aluminum operating capacity was 43.923 million tons, and the overseas electrolytic aluminum operating capacity was 29.408 million tons, both remaining unchanged week - on - week [13] - **Inventory**: As of May 8, the national alumina inventory was 3.288 million tons, a decrease of 135,000 tons from before the holiday. Alumina enterprise inventories and electrolytic aluminum enterprise inventories both decreased [14] - **Warehouse Receipts**: The registered warehouse receipts of alumina on the SHFE were 249,763 tons, a decrease of 28,850 tons from last week. The supply shortage led to inventory reduction, and the uncertainty of new project investment led to a rebound in the futures price [15] 3.2 Weekly Key Event News Summary in the Industry Chain - On May 9, 200,000 tons of alumina were traded in Shandong at 2900 yuan/ton [16] - A large - scale alumina enterprise in Shandong had its third 1 - million - ton production line put into operation in mid - April. The production was mainly concentrated on the front - end of aluminum hydroxide, and the finished product was expected to be produced by the end of the month. The alumina roasting volume was difficult to increase in the short term [16] - 500,000 tons of alumina were traded in Guizhou at 3000 yuan/ton for long - term orders [16] 3.3 Key Data Monitoring of the Upstream and Downstream of the Industry Chain - **Raw Materials and Cost**: The report provided data on domestic and imported bauxite prices, bauxite port inventory, shipping volume, sea - floating inventory, domestic caustic soda and thermal coal prices, and alumina production costs in various provinces [17][19][24] - **Alumina Price and Supply - Demand Balance**: It included domestic and imported alumina prices, domestic electrolytic aluminum prices, the futures price ratio of electrolytic aluminum to alumina on the SHFE, and the weekly supply - demand balance of alumina [31][33][38] - **Alumina Inventory and Warehouse Receipts**: It covered the alumina inventory of electrolytic aluminum plants and alumina plants, domestic alumina yard/terminal/in - transit inventory, port inventory, total social inventory, and the SHFE alumina warehouse receipts and positions [41][44][48]