Group 1 - The "Jingchu Grain and Oil China Tour" promotional event was held in Kunming, showcasing 38 high-quality grain and oil enterprises from Hubei with over 100 featured products [1][2] - The event highlighted three major public brands from Hubei: "Jingchu Grain and Oil," "Jianghan Rice," and "Hubei Rapeseed Oil," demonstrating the modernization achievements of Hubei's grain and oil industry through tasting experiences and channel connections [2][6] - Hubei is one of the 13 major grain-producing regions in China, with a stable total grain output exceeding 50 billion jin for 12 consecutive years, and an annual rice production of approximately 38 billion jin [6] Group 2 - Since 2017, Hubei and Yunnan provinces have collaborated to promote grain production and sales, achieving a transaction volume of 1.56 billion yuan during a negotiation meeting with 372 participating enterprises [6] - Annually, over 2 billion jin of Hubei grain is transported to Yunnan by rail, providing strong support for Yunnan's grain supply [6] - The event aims to deepen the grain and oil production and sales cooperation between Hubei and Yunnan, fostering a new pattern of "complementary advantages, mutual promotion of production and sales, long-term stability, and win-win cooperation" [6]

Core Insights - The article highlights the accelerated integration of the China-ASEAN industrial and supply chains, particularly through the Guangxi region, which serves as a key gateway for trade and collaboration with ASEAN countries [1][2]. Group 1: Trade and Economic Data - In the first eight months of this year, China's imports and exports with ASEAN reached 4.93 trillion yuan, marking a year-on-year increase of 9.7% [1]. - The Western Land-Sea New Corridor has seen a significant increase in container shipments, with over 1 million TEUs sent this year, representing a 72.5% year-on-year growth [2]. Group 2: Infrastructure and Logistics Development - Guangxi has established a comprehensive transportation network, including over 80 domestic and international container shipping routes from Beibu Gulf Port, and 13 international road freight routes confirmed with Vietnam [3]. - The region is enhancing its logistics capabilities by expanding the scale of the Western Land-Sea New Corridor's sea-rail intermodal services and increasing the frequency of cross-border train services with Vietnam [3]. Group 3: Industrial Development Initiatives - Guangxi is focusing on high-quality development of key manufacturing industry chains, aiming to create interconnected industrial networks and clusters that leverage its position as a bridgehead for cooperation with ASEAN [4]. - The region has attracted over 200 leading enterprises, including BYD, by strategically planning its industrial layout and targeting specific sectors [2].

Core Viewpoint - Guangxi is accelerating the integration of industrial and supply chains with ASEAN, leveraging its unique geographical advantages and resources to enhance cross-border cooperation and economic development [1][4]. Group 1: Trade and Economic Data - In the first eight months of this year, China's imports and exports with ASEAN reached 4.93 trillion yuan, marking a year-on-year increase of 9.7% [1]. - The Western Land-Sea New Corridor has seen container shipments exceed 1 million TEUs this year, representing a 72.5% year-on-year growth [2]. Group 2: Industrial Development - The establishment of a 100 billion yuan petrochemical industrial park in Qinzhou and the development of industrial clusters in Fangchenggang have contributed significantly to the region's economy [2]. - The China-ASEAN Artificial Intelligence Innovation Cooperation Center in Nanning has signed 51 domestic and international AI projects, with 40 already operational, attracting 16 enterprises from six ASEAN countries [2]. Group 3: Transportation and Logistics - Guangxi has improved its logistics efficiency, with over 80 international and domestic container shipping routes established from Beibu Gulf Port [3]. - The region has 13 international road freight routes confirmed with Vietnam, and seven international air freight routes connecting to ASEAN and South Asia [3]. Group 4: Future Plans and Strategies - Guangxi aims to implement high-quality development actions for key manufacturing industry chains, enhancing the integration of industrial and supply chains with ASEAN [4]. - The strategy includes creating cross-regional and cross-border supply chains that combine Eastern R&D and design with Guangxi manufacturing and ASEAN markets [4].

Core Viewpoint - The grain and oil industry in the first half of 2025 shows a "stronger getting stronger" trend, with Yihai Kerry Golden Dragon Fish leading the market with significant revenue and profit growth, while other companies exhibit uneven performance [1][5]. Group 1: Company Performance - Yihai Kerry Golden Dragon Fish achieved a revenue of 115.7 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 5.67%, and a net profit of 1.756 billion yuan, up 60% [3][6]. - Among the 11 grain and oil companies, four reported both revenue and net profit growth, including Yihai Kerry Golden Dragon Fish, October Rice Field, Daodaquan, and Jinjian Rice Industry [2][5]. - Five companies experienced declines in both revenue and net profit, including Sukang Agricultural Development, Jingliang Holdings, Kemin Food, Xiwang Food, and Nanjiao Food [2][5]. Group 2: Industry Trends - The industry is witnessing a slowdown in capacity expansion due to external market pressures, with many companies adopting a more cautious investment strategy for new projects [8][9]. - Mergers and acquisitions within the industry are accelerating, with leading companies optimizing their asset structures to enhance core competitiveness [10][11]. - Health-oriented and high-end product development is becoming a clear trend, with companies launching organic, low-fat, and functional food products to explore new growth opportunities [12][13].

Report Summary 1. Hot News - During the "14th Five - Year Plan" period, China's manufacturing added - value is expected to increase by 8 trillion yuan, accounting for nearly 30% of the global total, with the overall scale ranking first globally for 15 consecutive years. China has built the world's largest and most extensive network infrastructure, with 4.598 million 5G base stations and over 100 million devices connected to key industrial Internet platforms, and 35,000 basic - level and 230 excellent - level smart factories have been built [1] - The US government's preliminary benchmark revision data shows that the non - farm employment in the US was revised down by 911,000 in the year ending March this year, an average monthly reduction of nearly 76,000, the largest downward revision since 2000, which may lead to a series of interest rate cuts by the Fed starting next week [1] - The Shanghai Futures Exchange announced that the listing benchmark price for the OP2601 - OP2608 contracts of offset printing paper futures is 4,218 yuan/ton [1] - Hamas strongly condemned Israel's attempted assassination of the leader of the Hamas negotiation delegation in Doha, Qatar, but the chief negotiator Khalil al - Hayya was not assassinated [2] - As of the end of the 36th week of 2025, China's domestic soybean oil inventory was 1.443 million tons, a week - on - week increase of 23,000 tons (1.60%); domestic soybean meal inventory was 1.16 million tons, a week - on - week increase of 97,000 tons (9.09%); domestic imported rapeseed oil inventory was 708,000 tons, a week - on - week decrease of 29,000 tons (4.01%) [2] 2. Key Focus - The commodities to focus on are urea, Shanghai copper, apples, asphalt, and PP [3] 3. Night - session Performance - The night - session performance of different commodity sectors: Non - metallic building materials 2.79%, precious metals 30.03%, oilseeds and oils 10.92%, non - ferrous and soft commodities 2.38% and 20.65%, coal, coke, steel and minerals 14.41%, energy 2.72%, chemicals 12.04%, grains 1.08%, and agricultural and sideline products 2.98% [3] 4. Performance of Major Asset Classes | Category | Name | Daily Return (%) | Monthly Return (%) | Annual Return (%) | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Equity | Shanghai Composite Index | - 0.51 | - 1.31 | 13.59 | | | SSE 50 | - 0.38 | - 1.61 | 9.08 | | | CSI 300 | - 0.70 | - 1.35 | 12.74 | | | CSI 500 | - 0.90 | - 1.63 | 21.01 | | | S&P 500 | 0.27 | 0.81 | 10.73 | | | Hang Seng Index | 1.19 | 3.43 | 29.30 | | | German DAX | - 0.37 | - 0.77 | 19.13 | | | Nikkei 225 | - 0.42 | 1.73 | 8.94 | | | FTSE 100 | 0.23 | 0.60 | 13.09 | | Fixed - income | 10 - year Treasury Bond Futures | - 0.06 | - 0.03 | - 1.06 | | | 5 - year Treasury Bond Futures | - 0.01 | 0.05 | - 0.91 | | | 2 - year Treasury Bond Futures | - 0.02 | - 0.04 | - 0.58 | | Commodity | CRB Commodity Index | 0.00 | - 0.98 | 0.90 | | | WTI Crude Oil | 0.84 | - 1.98 | - 12.71 | | | London Spot Gold | - 0.33 | 5.15 | 38.11 | | | LME Copper | - 0.01 | 0.12 | 12.90 | | | Wind Commodity Index | 1.17 | 6.69 | 23.36 | | Other | US Dollar Index | 0.33 | - 0.08 | - 9.88 | | | CBOE Volatility Index | 0.00 | - 1.63 | - 12.91 | [5]

Group 1 - The event "Nanjing Autumn Sugar" will take place from October 16 to 18 at the Nanjing International Expo Center, featuring numerous brands such as COFCO, Mengniu, and others showcasing new products [1] - The "Suo Chao" viewing carnival attracted a large crowd, with approximately 2,500 visitors at the event, and low-temperature product sales exceeding 1,000 yuan [1] - The carnival provided an engaging experience for attendees, combining sports excitement with food and beverage tasting, enhancing the overall enjoyment of the event [1] Group 2 - The "pre-experience + data feedback" model allows companies to leverage the foot traffic from the "Suo Chao" event to enhance brand exposure, promote immediate sales, and gather real-time consumer feedback on new products [2] - This approach is seen as an efficient pathway for converting traffic into sales, optimizing strategies for the upcoming "Nanjing Autumn Sugar" exhibition [2]

Core Viewpoint - The meeting between Jiangxi Provincial Secretary Yin Hong and the CEO of Wilmar International, Kuok Khoon Hong, emphasizes the strong partnership between Jiangxi and Wilmar, a leading global agribusiness company, and highlights the potential for further investment and collaboration in agricultural development in Jiangxi [1] Group 1: Company Overview - Wilmar International is recognized as a global leader in the agribusiness sector, particularly in the grain and oil industry, and has established a fruitful collaboration with Jiangxi [1] - The company is encouraged to increase its investment in Jiangxi, focusing on deep processing of agricultural products, supply chain integration, and brand development [1] Group 2: Industry Context - Jiangxi is identified as a major agricultural province in China, significant for its grain production and agricultural supply [1] - The provincial government aims to enhance the business environment to attract more investments from Wilmar International, facilitating mutual benefits and joint development in the agricultural sector [1]

Report Industry Investment Rating - The investment rating for soybeans and peanuts is neutral [3] Core Viewpoints - The soybeans market remains weak. The fundamentals are weak, with poor auction results of state - reserved soybeans and favorable weather for new - season soybean growth in the Northeast, which lacks upward momentum. The upcoming new beans in Hubei will impact the old beans market. The peanut market shows a slight decline, with a weak trading atmosphere, stable supply of old peanuts and slow progress of new peanuts [2][4] Market Analysis - Soybeans Futures and Spot - The closing price of the soybean 2511 contract yesterday was 4041.00 yuan/ton, down 66.00 yuan/ton (-1.61%) from the previous day. The edible soybean spot basis was A11 + 259, up 66 (+32.14%) from the previous day [1] Market Information - Soybean prices in the Northeast remained stable yesterday. For example, the price in Harbin, Shuangyashan, and Jiamusi was 2.15 yuan/jin for certain soybean types. In the Northeast, only 11% of soil monitoring stations in Heilongjiang had soil moisture deficiency, and the previously dry areas had rainfall. In Hubei, mid - maturing soybeans are expected to be listed in bulk this Friday and Saturday [1][2] Market Analysis - Peanuts Futures and Spot - The closing price of the peanut 2510 contract yesterday was 7884.00 yuan/ton, down 104.00 yuan/ton (-1.30%) from the previous day. The average peanut spot price was 8400.00 yuan/ton, with no change. The spot basis was PK10 + 316.00, up 104.00 (+49.06%) [3] Market Information - The domestic peanut market declined slightly yesterday, with the average price of common peanuts at 4.20 yuan/jin. The trading of old peanuts was general, and new peanuts were sporadically listed in some areas [3] Strategies - The strategy for both soybeans and peanuts is neutral [3]

Core Viewpoint - The company Jinlongyu reported a net profit increase of over 60% year-on-year for the first half of 2023, marking its best semi-annual performance in nearly three years [1] Financial Performance - Jinlongyu's net profit for the first half of 2023 reached 1.755 billion yuan, the highest level for the same period in 2023 [1] - The company's gross profit margins for kitchen foods, feed raw materials, and oil technology businesses increased by 0.8 and 3.25 percentage points year-on-year, with the latter showing an increase of over three times compared to the same period last year [1] Market Conditions - Despite the strong performance in the semi-annual report, there are concerns about a sequential decline in performance for the second quarter [1] - The company noted that the recovery in demand for consumer products such as flour and rice was below expectations, compounded by price fluctuations in raw materials [1] Investor Sentiment - The report raises questions about whether it can restore investor confidence and whether there is sufficient momentum for valuation recovery after five consecutive years of stock price decline [1]

Core Viewpoint - The company, Jinlongyu, reported its best half-year performance in nearly three years, with a net profit growth of over 60% year-on-year, driven by improvements in gross margins across all business lines [2][3]. Financial Performance - In the first half of the year, Jinlongyu achieved revenue of 1156.82 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 5.67%, and a net profit of 17.55 billion yuan, up 60.07% [3]. - The sales gross margin was 6.54%, with significant contributions from kitchen food and feed raw materials [3]. - The company's net profit for the first half of 2023 is close to three-quarters of its total profit for the entire year of 2022 [3]. Business Segments - The kitchen food segment, which includes essential consumer products like cooking oil, flour, and rice, generated revenue of 715.51 billion yuan, a 2.69% increase year-on-year, accounting for 61.8% of total revenue [4]. - The feed raw materials and oil technology segment saw revenue of 431.8 billion yuan, a 10.81% increase, with gross margin rising from 1.01% to 4.26% [5]. Market Dynamics - Despite the strong half-year results, there are concerns about the sustainability of profit recovery due to fluctuating commodity prices and weaker-than-expected demand for staple foods like flour and rice [2][7]. - The company noted that the demand for staple foods is recovering but not meeting expectations, and the market remains cautious about the continuity of profit recovery [2][7]. Stock Performance - As of August 13, the stock price of Jinlongyu was 31.53 yuan, with a total market capitalization of 1709 billion yuan, reflecting a year-to-date decline of 2.97% [6]. - The stock has experienced a cumulative decline of approximately 70.54% since reaching its historical peak in January 2021 [6]. Future Outlook - Analysts suggest that while the recent performance may open a window for valuation recovery, sustained quarterly profit delivery and business expansion are necessary for long-term valuation uplift [7].