Group 1 - The report anticipates that in 2026, domestic macro policies will focus on improving quality and efficiency, emphasizing economic transformation, new consumption drivers, and effective investment [3][21] - Despite the Federal Reserve entering a rate-cutting cycle, multiple constraints on policy conditions may lead to volatility due to "expectation gaps" [3][21] - The differentiation in global monetary policy and structural growth disparities in industries will continue to manifest [3][4] Group 2 - The structural differentiation in economic growth will lead to price differentiation in commodities, with strategic and scarce commodities likely to have price-raising potential [4] - Commodities closely linked to strong growth industries may experience volatility due to supply-side vulnerabilities [4] - Industries and commodities that do not benefit from economic transformation may face further value erosion [4] Group 3 - Long-term narratives such as productivity improvements driven by new technologies, industrial transfers, and the new energy wave remain valid [5] - Strategic competition awareness among major economies and increased trade barriers are key drivers of commodity demand, extending into every corner of the supply chain [5] - Key trading themes include growth in energy storage demand, investment in AI-driven industries, resource nationalism, and supply chain risks [5] Group 4 - In 2025, commodities experienced "two resonances and two differentiations," with notable performance in precious metals and non-ferrous metals during certain periods [6][10] - The first differentiation occurred from post-Spring Festival to the end of March, with weak performance in black metals and oil prices, while non-ferrous metals remained strong [6] - The second resonance was driven by external policy shocks, leading to a collective weakening of commodities, except for precious metals [8][9] Group 5 - The report highlights the importance of understanding the differences in value logic among various commodities to construct a foundation for understanding structural market changes [8][9] - The macro events have repeatedly reversed the differentiation based on different industrial fundamentals, creating resonance in the market [9] - The performance of precious metals has been notably strong, supported by economic expectations and safe-haven attributes [10][11] Group 6 - The supply-side pressure on domestic commodities remains significant, with limited effective contraction in supply leading to persistent weakness in certain commodities [12][16] - The report notes that stable supply in certain industries may not benefit from economic transformation, leading to further price declines [12][16] - The competition between old and new energy sources is intensifying, with both facing price pressures and potential oversupply [17][19] Group 7 - Geopolitical risks and domestic policies are influencing commodity strategies, with ongoing tensions in regions like Ukraine and the Middle East affecting market dynamics [19][20] - The report emphasizes the need to monitor the impact of geopolitical risks on commodity strategies [19][20] - The global economic landscape is shifting, with a focus on internal economic growth rather than external trade confrontations [20][21] Group 8 - The report outlines a strategic framework for commodity allocation in 2026, emphasizing the importance of stabilizing industrial product prices through high-quality development policies [24][25] - The adjustment of production capacity and the elimination of backward capacity are highlighted as measures to stabilize prices [25][26] - The report anticipates that consumer support policies will continue, focusing on new consumption and service sectors [26][28]

Core Viewpoint - The Federal Reserve's decision to cut interest rates by 25 basis points is expected to positively impact the prices of precious and base metals, leading to a favorable liquidity environment in the market [2]. Precious Metals - The confirmation of the Federal Reserve's interest rate cut has catalyzed a steady increase in precious metal prices, with London spot silver prices surpassing $60 per ounce [2]. - The market is anticipated to maintain a loose liquidity environment leading up to Christmas, which is expected to support continued strength in precious metal prices [2]. Copper - Macro disturbances have increased, leading to fluctuations in copper prices. Although prices reached new highs following the Fed's actions, they faced downward pressure due to renewed concerns over AI and hawkish comments from some Fed officials [2]. - Upcoming economic data releases, including U.S. non-farm payrolls, CPI, and PCE, along with Japan's monetary policy meeting, are expected to heighten macroeconomic impacts, resulting in a primarily volatile copper price outlook [2]. Aluminum - Aluminum prices are showing a strong upward trend due to macroeconomic support from the Fed's rate cut, despite ongoing pressure from excess supply of alumina [2]. - The aluminum processing operating rate has declined to 61.8%, influenced by high prices and environmental production restrictions [2]. Energy Metals - Lithium demand remains robust, with a slight increase in production and a significant reduction in inventory by 2,133 tons, although December's new energy vehicle sales data is expected to show weakness [3]. - Cobalt prices are under pressure due to tight upstream raw material supplies, while downstream demand remains cautious [3]. - Rare earth prices have decreased, particularly for medium and heavy rare earths, while tin supply faces uncertainties from geopolitical disturbances [3].

生意社12月15日讯 中国铝业股份有限公司2025年12月15日铝锭(AL99.70)现货价格各地区价格下跌，具体如下： 华东市场对外报价21710元/吨，华南市场对外报价21590元/吨，西南市场对外报价21650元/吨，中原市 场对外报价21650元/吨；较上一交易日分别下跌340元/吨、350元/吨、340元/吨、330元/吨。 PriceSeek评析 铝，多空评分：-1.5 生意社12月15日讯 中国铝业股份有限公司2025年12月15日铝锭(AL99.70)现货价格各地区价格下跌，具体如下： 华东市场对外报价21710元/吨，华南市场对外报价21590元/吨，西南市场对外报价21650元/吨，中原市 场对外报价21650元/吨；较上一交易日分别下跌340元/吨、350元/吨、340元/吨、330元/吨。 中国铝业2025年12月15日铝锭（AL99.70）现货价格在华东、华南、西南、中原市场均出现下跌，跌幅 分别为340元/吨、350元/吨、340元/吨、330元/吨。此次全面下跌表明市场需求疲软或供应过剩，短期 可能引发市场看跌情绪，对铝现货价格构成显著下行压力。评分为-1.5（介于一般利空和重大 ...

Core Viewpoint - Since early 2025, the markets in the US, Hong Kong, and mainland China have shown a quarterly switching pattern, exhibiting a "seesaw" effect and cross-market mapping [1] Group 1: Liquidity - Hong Kong stocks are more sensitive to US monetary easing, but outperforming requires local funds to perceive limited opportunities in their own markets [1] Group 2: Fundamentals - The US credit cycle is recovering while China's economy is experiencing turbulence and potential weakening, with US stocks expected to outperform A-shares, which in turn will outperform Hong Kong stocks [1] Group 3: Structural Main Lines - In the AI sector, hardware has better short-term visibility than applications, with A-shares being more concentrated in hardware and Hong Kong stocks in applications [1] - Hong Kong stocks have a higher dividend yield compared to A-shares, providing an advantage for domestic insurance funds and other investors without dividend tax [1] - The cyclical outlook is influenced by catalysts in the first and second quarters, driven by US fiscal and monetary stimulus and the lagging recovery of China's PPI [1] - Domestic credit cycles are weakening, and the recovery slope of consumption is low [1] Group 4: Recommendations - The company suggests using dividends and AI as a foundational strategy, with A-share hardware showing short-term certainty, while Hong Kong applications require catalysts for performance improvement [1] - In the first quarter, focus on strong cyclical trading catalysts, particularly in sectors like non-ferrous metals and aluminum, where A-shares are favored over Hong Kong stocks, while the consumption sector lacks fundamental support [1] - If US fiscal and monetary efforts materialize, cyclical stocks may catch up with technology, and small-cap and financial stocks are also worth monitoring [1]

Group 1 - The report indicates a "seesaw" effect in the markets of the US, A-shares, and Hong Kong, with inter-market reflections and linkages observed since early 2025 [1] - In terms of liquidity, Hong Kong stocks are more sensitive to US monetary easing, but outperforming requires local investors to perceive limited opportunities [1] - The fundamental outlook shows that the US credit cycle is recovering while China's credit cycle is fluctuating or weakening, with profitability ranking as US stocks > A-shares > Hong Kong stocks [1] Group 2 - In the structural mainline analysis, AI hardware has higher short-term visibility than applications, with A-shares being more focused on hardware and Hong Kong stocks on applications [1] - Hong Kong stocks offer higher dividend yields compared to A-shares, particularly advantageous for mainland insurance investors who do not need to consider dividend taxes [1] - The report emphasizes the need to monitor catalysts in the first two quarters, driven by US fiscal and monetary policies, and the potential recovery of domestic PPI [1] Group 3 - The recommendation is to use dividends (predominantly from Hong Kong stocks) and AI as a core investment strategy, with A-share hardware showing higher short-term certainty while Hong Kong applications require further catalysts [2] - The first quarter should focus on strong cyclical trading catalysts in sectors like non-ferrous metals, aluminum, chemicals, and machinery, with A-shares having a greater presence than Hong Kong stocks [2] - In the US market, if fiscal and monetary policies are effectively implemented, cyclical stocks may catch up with technology, while small-cap stocks benefiting from cost reduction and economic improvement, as well as financial stocks due to increased credit and deregulation, are also worth attention [2]

Investment Highlights - Precious metals are recommended to hold firmly, with COMEX gold rising by 2.42% and COMEX silver by 5.59%. The volatility of silver is high, and the rebound in London inventory may temporarily pause the short-term squeeze logic. The long-term trend of de-dollarization will not reverse, and with the inflow of ETF funds under short-term rate cut trades, the precious metals sector is expected to perform well [1] - Copper prices experienced fluctuations due to market risk appetite adjustments, with LME copper down by 0.96%. This decline is primarily driven by a decrease in risk assets linked to the U.S. market. However, the inventory relocation logic remains, and due to the downward adjustment of production expectations from Freeport and Teck Resources for 2026, a supply-demand tightness is anticipated. The expectation of increased fiscal spending by the U.S. government further reinforces this outlook, suggesting that adjustments present buying opportunities [1] - Aluminum prices fell by 0.88%, following copper price trends. Despite being in a traditional consumption off-season in December, demand from the automotive, power, and electronics sectors remains resilient. The inventory of electrolytic aluminum was reported at 584,000 tons, a decrease of 11,000 tons, indicating a relatively low level that supports aluminum prices. Overall, the decline in aluminum prices is linked to copper, and buying opportunities are suggested amid supply disruptions and surging energy storage demand in 2026 [2] - Tin prices surged past 330,000 yuan/ton, driven by strong market sentiment and continuous capital inflow. The rise in tin prices is attributed to ongoing supply issues, with expectations of supply chain disruptions due to large-scale evacuations in the Bisie mine area. Additionally, supply risks in Nigeria and slow recovery in Myanmar's tin mines contribute to the challenges. The macroeconomic benefits from the Federal Reserve's rate cuts amplify the upward potential for tin prices, with expectations that the price center will remain above 300,000 yuan in 2026 [2] - Tungsten prices continue to rise, with black tungsten concentrate reaching 370,000 yuan/ton. The decline in mine output and increased maintenance by APT companies have tightened upstream raw material supplies. In Europe, severe raw material shortages and pre-Christmas production halts have led to stagnant market trading. Traders expect European APT prices to exceed 1,000 USD/ton, with end-users accepting this price level. The short-term supply-demand imbalance in tungsten is expected to persist, with attention on next year's quota issuance and overseas mine production [3] Investment Recommendations - Companies to focus on include Shengda Resources, Xingye Silver Tin, Chifeng Gold, Shenhuo Co., and Zijin Mining [4]

➢ 摘要： 2025 年沪铝震荡上行，氧化铝则持续一路走弱。铸造铝合金自上市后行情走势基 本与沪铝同频。 2025 年产业链上游紧张态势有所缓解。矿石进口量增加，国内矿山生产扰动相对 有限。氧化铝产能开工率维持高位，且有多项新产能及复产产能陆续投放。然而，随 着氧化铝现货价格大幅下跌、利润显著收缩甚至陷入亏损，部分高成本产能已出现停 产检修。未来，停产产能与新投、复产产能之间的博弈将成为影响氧化铝价格的核心 因素。电解铝环节因成本下降、利润大幅提升，开工率随之上升，在产产能近乎满负 荷运行，预计 2026 年这一态势仍将延续。 下游加工行业开工率呈现明显分化：建筑型材、板带箔等传统领域表现平淡，而 线缆、合金及工业型材等领域则相对亮眼。终端需求中，新能源相关产业及电网建设 领域保持良好增长。预计 2026 年新能源汽车产销量增速可能随补贴退坡而放缓，但电 网建设在"十五五"新规划周期内仍将维持较高增长水平。库存方面则存在一定隐忧： 行业铸锭量持续偏低导致库存重心不断下移，低库存水平削弱了价格缓冲空间，这一 点从每逢交割临近时盘面资金的活跃度即可见一斑。 展望 2026 年，全球宏观环境的复杂性与严峻性仍将显著 ...

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Positive" investment rating for the non-ferrous and steel industries [9]. Core Viewpoints - The report emphasizes the sustained upward trend of copper, gold, and aluminum driven by industrial logic, despite uncertainties regarding future interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve [9][14]. - It suggests that the primary driver for non-ferrous metal pricing will shift from interest rate expectations to industrial demand growth, presenting ongoing investment opportunities [9][14]. - The report highlights the potential for gold prices to rise due to increased liquidity from the Federal Reserve's asset purchase program, which may weaken the dollar's credit [9][14]. - It notes that tight supply conditions are expected to support copper prices in the medium term, with significant inventory shortages in non-American regions [9][15]. - The aluminum sector is poised to benefit from the accelerated industrialization of aluminum as a substitute for copper in air conditioning systems, driven by rising copper prices [9][15]. Summary by Sections Non-Ferrous Metals - The report anticipates a super cycle for industrial metals, particularly copper, gold, and aluminum, supported by strong industrial demand [9][14]. - It recommends focusing on investment opportunities in the gold sector, particularly companies with improving production metrics [9][14]. - For copper, it highlights companies with significant resource reserves and ongoing production expansion as attractive investment targets [9][15]. Steel Industry - The steel sector is experiencing weak supply-demand fundamentals during the off-season, leading to pressure on steel profitability [16][20]. - Weekly rebar consumption has decreased significantly, with a 6.40% decline compared to the previous week and a 14.55% drop year-on-year [20]. - Steel prices have shown a slight overall decline, with the average price index for common steel dropping by 1.14% [32][33]. New Energy Metals - Lithium carbonate production in October 2025 saw a substantial year-on-year increase of 67.28%, indicating strong supply growth [37]. - The demand for new energy vehicles remains robust, with significant year-on-year growth in production and sales [41]. - Prices for lithium and cobalt have risen, reflecting increased demand and supply constraints in the market [46][48].

1. Report Industry Investment Rating - The report provides a table indicating the likelihood of a bullish or bearish outlook for various varieties, but it emphasizes that these are only possibilities, not definite judgments [5]. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - The social finance growth rate remains at a high level. The increase in RMB loans and social financing scale in the first 11 months of 2025 exceeded the full - year figure of the previous year. The growth rates of inclusive small and micro loans, medium - and long - term loans for the manufacturing industry, and technology loans continue to be higher than the overall loan growth rate [1]. - For precious metals, short - term fluctuations do not change the long - term upward trend. Factors such as the weakening of the US dollar's credit and central bank gold purchases provide solid support [2][18]. - The copper market is expected to shift to a supply - demand gap due to disruptions in ore supply. Attention should be paid to changes in the US dollar, copper smelting output, and downstream demand [2][19]. - The aluminum price has short - term weakening upward momentum, but a long - term optimistic outlook is still recommended, considering macro - level support and the situation of supply and demand [3][21]. 3. Summary by Relevant Catalog 3.1. Main News Concerns 3.1.1. International News - The Bank of Japan may maintain its commitment to continue raising interest rates next week, emphasizing that the subsequent pace of rate hikes will depend on the economy's response to each increase. The market has almost fully priced in the rate increase from 0.5% to 0.75% at the December 18 - 19 meeting [6]. 3.1.2. Domestic News - The Ministry of Finance will implement a more active fiscal policy next year to support the expansion of domestic demand, optimize supply, and promote high - quality economic development [7]. 3.1.3. Industry News - Beijing Guanghe Qiancheng Technology Co., Ltd., jointly invested by several leading silicon material enterprises, was established, regarded as an important step in the anti - involution of the photovoltaic industry. The planned annual silicon material production capacity of relevant enterprises in the future will not exceed 1.5 million tons [7]. 3.2. Daily Returns of Overseas Markets - The report provides the closing prices, price changes, and percentage changes of various overseas market varieties on December 11 and 12, 2025, including the S&P 500, FTSE China A50 Futures, ICE Brent Crude Oil Continuous, etc. [8]. 3.3. Morning Comments on Major Varieties 3.3.1. Financial Products - **Stock Index**: The long - term slow - bull pattern of the A - share market is expected to be consolidated. The Fed's interest rate cut in December and positive policy signals are expected to boost market risk appetite [9]. - **Treasury Bonds**: Loose policies are expected to increase, providing support for short - term treasury bond futures prices. The market funds are relatively loose [10][11]. 3.3.2. Energy and Chemical Products - **Crude Oil**: The overall downward trend is hard to change. The IEA has adjusted the forecast of world oil demand, and OPEC+ production has increased [12]. - **Methanol**: It may fluctuate weakly in the short term. The start - up rate of domestic coal - to - olefin plants has decreased, and the coastal methanol inventory has declined [13]. - **Rubber**: It is expected to maintain a wide - range shock in the short term. Overseas supply pressure exists, while domestic supply elasticity is weakening, and demand supports the stable start of all - steel tires [14]. - **Polyolefins**: Pay attention to whether the cost represented by crude oil can stop falling and the digestion rhythm of upstream supply and demand. The downstream demand is steadily releasing [15]. - **Glass and Soda Ash**: Both domestic glass and soda ash are in the process of inventory digestion. The inventory of glass is decreasing faster, while soda ash still needs time for supply - demand digestion [16][17]. 3.3.3. Metals - **Precious Metals**: Short - term fluctuations do not change the long - term upward trend. Interest rate cuts and balance - sheet expansion by the Fed support prices [18]. - **Copper**: The price dropped by more than 2% over the weekend. The concentrate supply is tight, and the global copper supply - demand is expected to turn into a gap [19]. - **Zinc**: The price dropped by more than 1% over the weekend. The supply of zinc concentrate is temporarily tight, and attention should be paid to the overall market sentiment of non - ferrous metals [20]. - **Aluminum**: The short - term upward momentum is weakening, but the long - term outlook is optimistic. The macro - level supports the price, and the supply and demand situation needs further attention [21]. - **Lithium Carbonate**: Be cautious about the upward height in the short term. The weekly social inventory is decreasing, but potential supply increments have not been released [22][23]. 3.3.4. Black Products - **Coking Coal and Coke**: The short - term trend is expected to be volatile. The rigid demand is weakening, but strong policy expectations in December provide upward momentum [24]. - **Steel**: The steel price has the power to rebound in the short term, but the upward space is limited. The medium - term outlook is weak [25]. 3.3.5. Agricultural Products - **Protein Meal**: The price is expected to be weak. Brazilian soybean sowing progress is slightly behind, US soybean exports are slow, and domestic long - term supply is sufficient [26]. - **Edible Oils**: Palm oil has significant inventory pressure, and rapeseed oil is expected to be strongly volatile in the short term due to positive news [27]. - **Sugar**: The Zhengzhou sugar is expected to maintain a low - level shock in the short term. International factors and domestic supply and cost factors need to be considered [28][29]. - **Cotton**: The price trend is strong, supported by factors such as fast sales progress, possible reduction in planting area, and improved Sino - US relations [30]. 3.3.6. Shipping Index - **Container Shipping to Europe**: The 02 contract may face adjustment pressure, and the 04 contract is expected to have further downward space due to supply surplus and potential Red Sea route resumption [31].

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Outperform" rating for the non-ferrous metals industry [2][10]. Core Insights - The report highlights increased volatility in copper and aluminum prices, with a focus on the continuation of steel policies [1]. - It emphasizes the low inventory levels of copper, which may lead to sustained high volatility in prices [6]. - The macroeconomic environment is supportive for copper demand, driven by domestic market strength [6]. - For aluminum, the report notes a mixed macro outlook and stresses the importance of fundamental support for prices [6]. - The report discusses the impact of U.S. monetary policy on gold prices, indicating a slight recovery in investment demand [6]. - It also mentions the rising prices of tungsten and the weak supply-demand dynamics in the rare earth market [6]. Summary by Sections Copper - LME copper and SHFE copper prices were reported at 11,816 and 94,080 USD/ton respectively, with weekly increases of 1.5% and 1.4% [6]. - The copper concentrate treatment charge was reported at -43.0 USD/dry ton, indicating tight supply [6]. - The operating rate of refined copper rod enterprises was 64.54%, down 1.87 percentage points week-on-week [6]. Aluminum - LME aluminum and SHFE aluminum prices were reported at 2,846 and 22,170 USD/ton respectively, with weekly decreases of 0.7% and 0.8% [6]. - The operating rate of aluminum processing enterprises was 61.8%, reflecting a slight decline [6]. - Social inventory levels for aluminum ingots and rods showed a decrease, indicating some demand resilience [6]. Gold - SHFE gold and COMEX gold prices were reported at 970.7 CNY/gram and 4,329.8 USD/ounce, with weekly increases of 1.0% and 2.4% [6]. - The SPDR Gold ETF's net holdings increased by 2.9 tons, suggesting a slight recovery in investment preference for gold [6]. Small Metals - Tungsten prices rose to 373,000 CNY/ton, with a weekly increase of 6.0% [6]. - Rare earth prices showed a decline, with market supply growth slowing down [6]. - Antimony prices decreased to 172,400 CNY/ton, reflecting a week-on-week decline of 1.3% [6]. Steel - SHFE rebar and hot-rolled coil prices were reported at 3,060 and 3,232 CNY/ton respectively, with weekly declines of 3.1% and 2.7% [7]. - The total inventory of steel products decreased by 33.5% week-on-week, indicating a tightening supply [7]. - Recent policies have aimed at normalizing steel exports, which may reshape supply-demand dynamics [7]. Investment Recommendations - The report suggests focusing on companies with rich copper resources, such as Zijin Mining and China Nonferrous Mining [10]. - For gold, it recommends companies like Chifeng Jilong Gold and Shandong Gold [10]. - In the aluminum sector, it highlights companies like Shenhuo and China Aluminum [10]. - For small metals, it points to rare earth companies and tungsten producers [10]. - In the steel sector, it emphasizes companies with strong product structures and environmental capabilities [10].