Core Viewpoint - Zinc prices experienced fluctuations in June, initially declining due to weak demand and increased supply, but rebounded later in the month driven by improved macro sentiment and disruptions in overseas smelters [2] Group 1: Macroeconomic Factors - The US dollar index has seen a significant decline since the beginning of the year, dropping to around 97, which has positively impacted dollar-denominated commodities [3] - Expectations for interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve have increased, with potential cuts anticipated within the year [3] - Geopolitical tensions have eased, particularly in the Israel-Palestine conflict, leading to stabilization in oil prices [3] Group 2: Supply Dynamics - Global zinc mine production in April was 1.0192 million tons, a slight decrease of 0.6% month-on-month but an increase of 9.7% year-on-year [4] - Domestic zinc concentrate production in May rose by 9.2% month-on-month to 325,000 tons, while cumulative production from January to May saw a year-on-year decline of 3.4% [4] - Zinc processing fees have been rising, with July's average processing fee for domestic zinc concentrate increasing by 200 RMB per ton to 3,850 RMB per ton [4] Group 3: Domestic Production Expectations - China's refined zinc production in May was 583,000 tons, a slight increase from April but a year-on-year decline of 2.3% [5] - The expectation for increased domestic refined zinc production is strong due to improved smelter profits and reduced maintenance schedules [5] - The import of refined zinc has decreased slightly to 26,700 tons in May, with a cumulative decline of 16.65% year-on-year for the first five months [5] Group 4: Inventory and Pricing Trends - LME zinc inventory has decreased from 195,000 tons in mid-April to 119,000 tons, indicating a tightening supply [6] - Domestic refined zinc inventory initially increased but has since decreased, remaining at lower levels compared to previous years [6] - The current market shows a narrowing of the LME 0-3 zinc spot premium, which has implications for potential warehouse risks similar to those seen in copper [6] Group 5: Demand Conditions - The demand for zinc remains weak due to seasonal factors, with processing enterprises experiencing declining operating rates [7] - The operating rate for galvanizing enterprises dropped to 56.21%, indicating reduced orders and production [7] - Overall, construction and manufacturing sectors are showing signs of weakness, with real estate and infrastructure investment growth slowing [7] Group 6: Overall Market Outlook - The combination of a weak dollar, easing geopolitical risks, and expectations of Fed rate cuts has led to a recovery in the non-ferrous metals market [8] - The supply side remains relatively loose due to steady production from both domestic and international mines, while smelter profits are recovering [8] - Despite the positive macro factors, the seasonal demand weakness and inventory dynamics suggest a cautious outlook for zinc prices [8]

Group 1 - Zinc main contract has shifted to a weak oscillation after testing the 23,000 yuan/ton resistance three times, with a recent drop to 21,660 yuan/ton, marking a year-low [1] - Global zinc concentrate production in April increased by 9.7% year-on-year to 1.0192 million tons, while domestic production in Q1 rose by 6.42% [1] - Domestic zinc concentrate production profits have rebounded to 3,900-4,600 yuan/ton, leading to an expected increase in operating rates by 5.5 percentage points in June [1] Group 2 - In April, global refined zinc production grew by 1% month-on-month, remaining stable year-on-year, while domestic production faced a decline due to losses [2] - The downstream consumption index for zinc fell by 1.7 percentage points in May, with significant increases in inventories for galvanized products [2] - The automotive sector saw a slight increase in production, but overall demand remains constrained by external tariff policies [3] Group 3 - LME zinc inventory decreased by 48% year-on-year to 126,000 tons, continuing a trend of inventory reduction [3] - The short-term outlook for zinc prices is pressured by increased supply and seasonal demand weakness, but high smelting costs and ongoing inventory depletion may limit price declines [3] - Positive signals from US-China tariff negotiations and a potential recovery from the consumption off-season could improve the supply-demand balance and support a price rebound [3]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating - Not provided in the given content 2. Core Views of the Report - **Macro**: The Fed's new economic forecast predicts slower economic growth and rising inflation, but policymakers still expect rate cuts later this year. There are significant differences in opinions among officials, with 7 believing no rate cuts are needed, 8 expecting two cuts, 2 predicting one cut, and 2 forecasting three cuts. Fed officials Waller and Barkin have different views on the timing of rate cuts [6]. - **Fundamentals**: Last week, zinc prices continued to fluctuate. Overseas geopolitical situations had little impact on zinc prices. In June, the downstream entered the off - season, with dull spot transactions and stable social inventories. On the supply side, the periodic supply of zinc ore is becoming looser. In 2025, several major zinc mine projects at home and abroad plan to increase production, driving up the global zinc ore output and strengthening the marginal TC of zinc ore spot. The increase in ore production is transmitted to the smelting end. With the improvement of smelting profits, domestic smelters' operating rates have increased, and refined zinc production has recovered marginally. On the demand side, trade disputes may drag down global economic growth, and there are concerns about a contraction in zinc demand. Whether the demand outlook is optimistic or pessimistic, there is a tendency of oversupply in the zinc market, putting downward pressure on long - term zinc prices [6]. - **Strategy**: In the short and medium term, due to low social inventories, the monthly spread is still wide, and the back structure is deep, supporting near - month contracts. However, with the continuous recovery of the smelting end, the high premium is expected to be temporary. It is advisable to consider shorting far - month contracts on rallies [6]. 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Industry Fundamental - Supply Side - **Zinc Concentrate Production**: In April 2025, global zinc concentrate production was 1.0192 million tons, a year - on - year increase of 9.71%. The international long - term TC price for zinc ore in 2025 is set at $80/ton, the lowest in history, but the supply of zinc ore is still showing a marginal loosening trend [8]. - **Zinc Concentrate Imports and Processing Fees**: From January to May 2025, China's cumulative imports of zinc concentrate were 2.2055 million physical tons, a year - on - year increase of 52.83%. As of June 20, the processing fee for imported ore was reported at $55.27/ton, and that for domestic ore was 3,600 yuan/ton, both having been raised recently [10]. - **Smelter Profit Estimation**: With the continuous increase in processing fees, smelters' profits have been continuously improved [13]. - **Refined Zinc Production**: In April 2025, global refined zinc output was 1.1384 million tons, a year - on - year increase of 0.52%. In May 2025, China's refined zinc production was 550,100 tons, a year - on - year increase of 2.6%. As profits recover, production is gradually increasing [17]. - **Refined Zinc Import Profit and Import Volume**: From January to May 2025, China's cumulative net imports of refined zinc were 145,400 tons. The import window for refined zinc is currently closed [20]. 3.2 Industry Fundamental - Consumption Side - **Initial Consumption of Refined Zinc**: In April 2025, China's galvanized sheet production was 2.28 million tons, a year - on - year increase of 3.64%. The apparent consumption of galvanized products is relatively low, indicating weak actual demand and active destocking of hidden inventories in the industrial chain [25]. - **Terminal Consumption of Refined Zinc**: From January to May 2025, the cumulative year - on - year growth rate of infrastructure investment (excluding electricity) decreased. The back - end of the real estate market improved month - on - month, but front - end indicators such as new construction and construction were still weak [27]. - **Terminal Consumption of Refined Zinc**: In May 2025, China's automobile production was 2.6485 million vehicles, a year - on - year increase of 11.65%. The production and sales of household appliances have cooled down due to the exhaustion of national subsidy funds in some regions, and the impact of subsequent tariffs should be monitored [30]. 3.3 Other Indicators - **Inventory**: Downstream buyers over - purchased and replenished stocks at low prices, and social inventories continued to decline. As the off - season approaches, the inflection point of social inventories is approaching [32]. - **Spot Premium/Discount**: As of June 20, the LME 0 - 3 premium/discount for zinc was reported at a discount of $24.65/ton. Due to low social inventories, the spot premium is relatively high [35]. - **Exchange Positions**: As of June 13, the net long position of LME zinc investment funds was 4,817 lots. The weighted position of SHFE zinc increased significantly [38].

Report Title - "Excess Gradually Appears, Prices Under Pressure, Low Inventory Provides Structural Strategies - 2025 Zinc Futures Semi - annual Market Outlook" [1] Report Industry Investment Rating - Not provided in the content Core Viewpoints - Based on the excess pattern of zinc elements, zinc prices in the second half of 2025 may be high at first and then low. The main operating range of SHFE zinc is estimated to be 20,000 - 23,000 yuan/ton, and that of LME zinc is 2,400 - 2,700 US dollars/ton [2][79]. - Supply - side contradictions will continue to dominate prices. As profit repair drives the restart of high - cost mines and new and expanded mines realize increments, the loosening of zinc ore will continue to be transmitted to smelting volume expansion, and the supply pressure of zinc ingots will gradually emerge, causing prices to fall from high levels [2][79]. - Low inventory levels may limit the smooth decline of prices. Attention can be paid to inter - period positive spreads during traditional consumption peak seasons and internal - external reverse spreads [2][79]. Summary by Directory 1. 2025 H1 Zinc Price Trend Review - In H1 2025, both domestic and overseas zinc prices showed a step - by - step downward trend. Macro factors had a great impact on price elasticity, monthly spreads, and internal - external ratios [7]. - At the beginning of the year, the liquidity risk of internal and external positions was lifted, premiums were reversed, and some funds priced in the annual supply increment expectation, causing zinc prices to fall continuously from the 25,000 yuan/ton mark [7]. - On February 1, 2025, Trump signed an executive order to impose tariffs, which led to a decline in zinc prices during the Spring Festival. Then the tariff policy was postponed, and market sentiment recovered [7]. - From February to March, zinc prices were in a narrow - range shock pattern due to weak supply and demand [7]. - In early April, zinc prices fell again due to the unexpected intensity of US tariffs, reaching the lowest point so far [7]. - Since mid - April, zinc prices gradually returned to fundamental pricing. Low inventory and supply increment expectations led to a tangled price consolidation [8]. 2. Supply - side As Expected to Increase While Demand Remains Stable, Supply - Demand Excess Gradually Appears 2.1 Zinc Ore Profit Recovery Brings Restart and New Expansion, Transmitted to Smelter Increment - The increase in mine profits drives the restart of high - cost mines. As of Q1 2025, the 90 - percentile cost line of zinc ore is around 2,000 US dollars/ton, and the mine profit margin has reached 46% [19]. - Expansion projects are releasing production capacity in an orderly manner. It is initially estimated that the zinc ore increment in 2025 is 350,000 tons, considering various factors [23]. - Domestic smelters have sufficient raw material inventory, good profits, and production capacity increments, with a clear supply increment expectation. However, the smelting increment from mid - year to Q3 may limit the upward trend of TC [24]. - Overseas smelters are more sensitive to costs and may reduce production. This will affect the internal - external fundamentals and bring internal - external structural arbitrage opportunities [36]. 2.2 Domestic Consumption is Expected to Remain Stable, Overseas Slightly Increase - The real estate sector is expected to continue to drag down zinc consumption by - 18% this year, but the marginal impact of the reduction is decreasing year by year as its proportion in zinc consumption has declined significantly [40]. - The investment structure of infrastructure has changed, and the growth rate of zinc consumption in infrastructure is expected to be about 5% [49]. - In the United States, zinc consumption is expected to continue to increase positively. India's zinc demand is expected to expand at a growth rate of over 5% [52][56]. 3. Multiple Factors Cause a Gap between Apparent Demand and Actual Consumption, Pay Attention to the Term Strategy Guided by Low Visible Inventory - Zinc price fluctuations affect downstream replenishment willingness, which is one of the reasons for the gap between actual demand and apparent demand. The correlation coefficient between downstream raw material inventory and zinc prices is - 0.6 [61]. - The expansion of smelter - integrated zinc alloy production capacity, the increase in the proportion of factory - pickup and direct - delivery, and the cost of social warehouse delivery and pickup are the reasons for the low social inventory level [63]. - Low inventory levels may become the norm in the future, which can provide support for the term structure, especially during the destocking period of traditional consumption peak seasons [71]. 4. Conclusion and Investment Outlook - In 2025, there is an excess of zinc ingots in China. The main operating range of SHFE zinc in the second half of 2025 is estimated to be 20,000 - 23,000 yuan/ton, and that of LME zinc is 2,400 - 2,700 US dollars/ton [76][78]. - The investment outlook includes short - selling on rallies or buying put options for single - side trading, inter - period positive spreads, and internal - external reverse spreads during the domestic consumption peak season [2][79].

有色金属周报(锌) 弱势格局依旧，沪锌维持空配 | | 主要逻辑 | 本周观点 | 上周观点 | | --- | --- | --- | --- | |  | 宏观：中东紧张局势升级，地缘风险加剧，且美国关税风 | | | | | 波再起，需求不确定性增强。 | | | |  | 原料端：维持趋松预期。由于内外比值不佳，进口窗口持 | | | | | 续关闭，进口锌矿及港口转口贸易锌矿报价有限，炼厂以 | | | | | 采购国产矿为主。近期国内冶炼厂和贸易商成交了三季度 | 上周随着锌价跌破22,000元/吨关 | | | | 装期的Bisha锌矿，货量为1万吨，成交TC为50美元/干吨 | 口，下游逢低补库情绪有所显现， | | | | 左右。南美锌矿三季度集装箱报盘在70美元/干吨左右。 | 锌价后半周出现一定反弹，但终 | | |  | 成本利润：西南产区逐步进入平水期，电价下移，冶炼成 | 端订单并无明显好转，淡季影响 | | | | 本减少，加之TC稳中向好，硫酸和小金属利润亦处于相 | 下企业看跌心态较重，加之供给 | 偏弱整理。 | | | | 端增量趋势明显，库存累库预期 | | | ...

目 录 第一部分：核心观点 第二部分：产业基本面供给端 第三部分：产业基本面消费端 第四部分：其他指标 研究员：潘保龙 投资咨询号：Z0019697 研究员：王艳红 投资咨询号：Z0010675 核心观点 宏观：6月7日讯，美联储哈克表示，在美国金融体系面临日益增长的挑战之际，赤字必须受到控制，对当前政府财政状况"非常担忧"。哈 克还表示："在关键数据方面，我们正变得越来越盲目。我们担忧经济数据的质量正在下降。不确定性使得预测货币政策前景变得非常困难 。但在不确定性之中，今年晚些时候美联储仍有可能降息。 基本面：上周锌价延续震荡整理走势，宏观方面相对平淡，进入6月份，传统淡季趋近，关注社库拐点。从大的基本面格局看，供给端锌矿 周期性供给转宽正在落地，2025年内外几个大的锌矿项目均有增产安排，全球锌矿产量回升带动锌矿现货TC边际持续走强。矿端增产传导至 冶炼端，在冶炼利润回暖之下，国内炼厂开工率提升，延期检修，精炼锌产量边际恢复，且预计矿端和冶炼端的增产形势会延续下去。需求 一侧，贸易争端可能拖累全球经济增速，锌需求总量存收缩隐忧，即使各国快速达成新的贸易协议，全球经济增速维持韧性，锌的总需求也 难有增量预期 ...

有色金属周报(锌) 多空僵持，沪锌区间整理 2025年5月26日 宏源期货研究所 010-8229 5006 祁玉蓉（F03100031, Z0021060） 摘要 | | 主要逻辑 | 本周观点 | 上周观点 | | --- | --- | --- | --- | |  | 宏观：中美贸易关系缓解，关税影响暂告一段落。 | | | |  | 原料端：维持趋松预期，目前国内炼厂原料库存27天左右， | | | | | 海外矿山虽有扰动，但影响较小。4月进口锌精矿大量到 | | | | | 港，进口矿达49万吨，部分OZ矿已运至国内，Kipushi矿 | | | | | 试单销售，Gamsberg、Antamina矿亦有招标，紫金矿业在 | | | | | 俄控股的Kyzyl-Tashtyg铅锌矿将取消原定于6月暂停运营 | 随着关税风波暂告一段落，锌价 | | | | 的计划，公司将维持矿山正常运转，矿端持续宽松。 | 走势回归基本面逻辑，当前锌市 | | |  | 成本利润：近期随着锌价重心下移，矿端对TC继续上调 | 供强需弱，库存处于相对低位， | | | | 意愿不高，预计6月TC调涨空间相对有 ...

沪锌：库存快速去化，现货有所支撑 研究员：潘保龙 投资咨询号：Z0019697 研究员：王艳红 投资咨询号：Z0010675 目 录 第一部分：核心观点 第二部分：产业基本面供给端 第三部分：产业基本面消费端 第四部分：其他指标 核心观点 全球锌精矿产量 万吨 75 80 85 90 95 100 105 110 115 120 1月 2月 3月 4月 5月 6月 7月 8月 9月 10月 11月 12月 2019年 2020年 2021年 2022年 2023年 2024年 2025年 锌矿加工费-年度国际长协基准价 $300 $194 $250 $229 $191 $210 $223 $245 $203 $172 $147 $245 $300 $159 $230 $274 $165 $80 0 50 100 150 200 250 300 350 产业基本面-供给端 2.2 锌精矿进口量及加工费 ◆ 国内1-3月累计进口锌精矿121.77万实物吨，同比增加36.64%，进口矿进口量环比回升，助推加工费上调。 ◆ 截止4月25日，根据SMM，进口矿加工费报40美元/吨，国产矿加工费报3450元/吨，国产、进 ...

研究院 新能源&有色组 研究员 陈思捷 师橙 封帆 投资咨询业务资格： 证监许可【2011】1289 号 期货研究报告|锌周报 2025-04-27 矿山事故短期扰动不改 TC 上涨趋势 策略摘要 过去一周受安塔米纳矿山事故停产影响，锌价反弹，随后矿山快速复产，事故影响有 限，锌价反弹受阻回落。供应端，TC 截至目前尚未改变上涨趋势，当前 TC 与价格， 冶炼积极性高，供应将会持续增加，这将限制锌价的上涨高度。消费端表现强劲，社 会库存仍在快速去库，4 月份供给增加并未影响到库存表现，低库存对锌价形成有利支 撑。但消费端 5 月底或受到考验，叠加供给端的持续增加，社会库存节奏将受到考 验。 投资逻辑 ■ 市场分析 截至 2025/4/25，伦锌价格较上周增加 3.45%至 2684.5 美元/吨，沪锌主力增加 3.46%至 22750 元/吨。LME 锌现货升贴水(0-3)由上周的-31.57 美元/吨变动至-33.73 美元/吨。 供应方面：截止 4 月 25 日当周，SMM 国产锌精矿周度加工费较上周持稳于 3450 元/金 属吨， 进口锌精矿周度加工费较上周上涨 5 美元/吨至 40 美元/吨。5 月 ...

Summary of Conference Call Records Company and Industry Overview - **Company**: Baichuan Yinfeng, established in 2007, is a major information provider in China's bulk commodity market, focusing on big data and intelligent analysis systems for market insights [1][34]. - **Industry**: The records primarily discuss the caustic soda (sodium hydroxide) industry, including production capacity, market trends, and pricing dynamics [2][4][6]. Key Points and Arguments Market Dynamics and Production Capacity - The caustic soda production capacity is expected to grow steadily from 2020 to 2025, with a projected operating rate of approximately 83% in 2024 [4][5]. - New production projects are concentrated in regions like Gansu, Hubei, and Hebei, with significant investments in ion membrane technology [12][13]. - The overall production capacity in the caustic soda industry is projected to increase by 251.5 million tons in 2025, with a balanced supply-demand situation anticipated [14]. Regional Production Insights - In 2024, Shaanxi is expected to add 600,000 tons of capacity, but the utilization rate is only 50% [3]. - Fujian's production capacity is set to increase significantly, with one enterprise reaching a total capacity of 1 million tons [3]. - Jiangsu's production is expected to decline due to regulatory pressures, while regions like Sichuan and Tianjin face production challenges due to power supply issues [5]. Pricing Trends - The caustic soda market saw a price decline in 2023, with expectations for a stable but lukewarm market in 2024 [6][7]. - The average price of liquid caustic soda in early 2025 is projected to be around 1,036 yuan per ton, indicating a decrease compared to 2023 [7]. - Export volumes of caustic soda are expected to rise significantly in 2024, reaching 2.607 million tons, driven by increased demand from the alumina sector [17]. Demand and Supply Forecast - The demand for caustic soda is projected to grow, particularly in the alumina and PVC industries, with a forecasted increase of 131,000 tons in 2025 [13][14]. - The supply-demand balance is expected to remain stable, with supply growth of 241.1 million tons against demand growth of 240.5 million tons in 2025 [14]. Cost and Profitability Analysis - The cost structure for caustic soda production is relatively stable, with raw material prices showing minor fluctuations [15]. - Profitability in 2024 is expected to decline slightly compared to 2023, influenced by market conditions and operational efficiencies [15][16]. Regulatory and Policy Impacts - The Chinese government has implemented policies to limit new caustic soda production capacity, particularly for environmentally harmful processes, which may stabilize the market post-2025 [2][4]. - The transition to greener production methods is a key focus, with ion membrane technology being highlighted as a future growth area [2][4]. Other Important Insights - The records indicate a shift in the market dynamics due to environmental regulations and the need for sustainable practices in the caustic soda industry [2][4]. - The potential for new entrants in the market, particularly in regions with abundant resources, is a point of interest for future capacity expansions [12][13]. - The overall sentiment in the market reflects cautious optimism, with stakeholders closely monitoring regulatory changes and their impacts on production and pricing [2][4][15].