Report Information - Report Type: Fixed Income Report - Release Date: August 19, 2025 - Analysts: Liang Weichao, Cui Chao [2] Core Views - The overall heat of the production end is rising, with the operating rates of blast furnaces and semi-steel tires decreasing, and those of coke ovens, asphalt, PX, PTA, and all-steel tires increasing [2][29] - The real estate market is weakening marginally, with both the transaction volume of commercial housing and the land supply area decreasing [2][29] - The price trend is diverging. Crude oil, non-ferrous metals, and rebar prices are decreasing, while coking coal prices are slightly increasing. Agricultural product prices are generally rising, at the beginning of the seasonal upward trend, with pork and fruit prices decreasing and egg and vegetable prices increasing [2][29] - Shipping indices are declining, including SCFI, CCFI, and BDI, indicating potential pressure on global foreign trade. Short-term focus should be on the implementation of a new round of stable growth stimulus policies, the recovery of the real estate market, and the impact of international geopolitical changes [2][29] Production - Coke ovens: The capacity utilization rate increased by 0.38 pct. On the week of August 15, the capacity utilization rate of coke ovens was 74.13%, up 0.38 pct from the previous week [7] - Blast furnaces: The operating rate decreased by 0.16 pct. On the week of August 15, the operating rate of blast furnaces was 83.59%, down 0.16 pct from the previous week [7] - Rebar: The output decreased by 0.73 tons. On the week of August 15, the output of rebar was 220.45 tons, down 0.73 tons from the previous week, and the inventory increased by 4.06 tons [7] - Petroleum asphalt: The operating rate increased by 1.2 pct. On the week of August 13, the operating rate of petroleum asphalt was 32.9%, up 1.2 pct from the previous week [7] - Chemical industry: The operating rate of PX increased by 2.28 pct, and that of PTA increased by 1.91 pct. On August 14, the operating rate of PX was 84.63%, up 2.28 pct from the previous week, and the operating rate of PTA was 76.7%, up 1.91 pct from the previous week [7] - All-steel tires: The operating rate increased by 2.09 pct. On the week of August 14, the operating rate of all-steel tires was 63.09%, up 2.09 pct from the previous week [8] - Semi-steel tires: The operating rate decreased by 2.28 pct. On the week of August 14, the operating rate of semi-steel tires was 72.07%, down 2.28 pct from the previous week [8] Demand - Real estate: The transaction area of commercial housing decreased marginally, and the inventory-to-sales ratio increased. The land supply area decreased, and the transaction premium rate of residential land decreased. On the week of August 10, the transaction area of commercial housing in 30 large and medium-sized cities was 129.45 million square meters, down 35.64 million square meters from the previous week. The inventory-to-sales ratio of commercial housing in 10 large cities was 119.01, up 3.95 from the previous week. The land supply area in 100 large and medium-sized cities was 1168.53 million square meters, down 214.86 million square meters from the previous week. The transaction premium rate of residential land in 100 large and medium-sized cities was 2.45%, down 1.49 pct from the previous week [12] - Movie box office: It decreased by 137 million yuan. On the week of August 10, the total box office revenue of movies in China was 1615.24 million yuan, down 137.3286 million yuan from the previous week [12] - Automobiles: The daily average retail sales of automobile manufacturers decreased by 52,000 units, and the daily average wholesale sales decreased by 132,000 units. On the week of August 10, the daily average retail sales of passenger cars were 45,207 units, down 52,284 units from the previous week, and the daily average wholesale sales were 40,253 units, down 131,503 units from the previous week [14] - Shipping indices: SCFI decreased by 1.98%, CCFI decreased by 0.62%, and BDI decreased by 0.34%. On the week of August 15, SCFI was 1460.19 points, down 29.49 points from the previous week. CCFI was 1193.34 points, down 7.39 points from the previous week. BDI was 2044 points, down 7 points from the previous week [17] Prices - Energy: The price of Brent crude oil decreased by 1.11% to $65.85 per barrel. On August 15, the settlement price of Brent crude oil futures was $65.85 per barrel, down $0.74 per barrel from the previous week [19] - Coking coal: The futures price increased by 0.33% to 1223.5 yuan per ton. On August 15, the settlement price of coking coal futures was 1223.5 yuan per ton, up 4 yuan per ton from the previous week [19] - Metals: The futures prices of LME copper, aluminum, and zinc changed by -0.08%, -0.46%, and -1.32% respectively, and the domestic rebar futures price decreased by 1.0%. On August 15, the closing price of LME copper futures was $9760 per ton, down $8 per ton from the previous week. The closing price of LME aluminum futures was $2603 per ton, down $12 per ton from the previous week. The closing price of LME zinc futures was $2796.5 per ton, down $37.5 per ton from the previous week. The settlement price of domestic rebar futures was 3183 yuan per ton, down 32 yuan per ton from the previous week [20] - Agricultural products: The overall price rebounded, with the agricultural product wholesale price 200 index increasing by 0.82%. The prices of pork, eggs, vegetables, and fruits changed by -1.76%, +1.07%, +2.37%, and -1.85% respectively compared with the previous week. On August 15, the agricultural product wholesale price 200 index was 114.88, up 0.94 from a week ago. The average wholesale price of pork was 20.05 yuan per kilogram, down 0.36 yuan per kilogram from a week ago. The average wholesale price of eggs was 7.59 yuan per kilogram, up 0.08 yuan per kilogram from a week ago. The average wholesale price of 28 key monitored vegetables was 4.75 yuan per kilogram, up 0.11 yuan per kilogram from a week ago. The average wholesale price of 7 key monitored fruits was 6.91 yuan per kilogram, down 0.13 yuan per kilogram from a week ago [22][23] Logistics - Subway passenger volume: It increased in Beijing and decreased in Shanghai. On August 15, the seven-day moving average of subway passenger volume in Beijing was 10.5208 million person-times, up 283,300 person-times from the previous week. The seven-day moving average of subway passenger volume in Shanghai was 10.6857 million person-times, down 62,900 person-times from the previous week [25] - Flight volume: Domestic flight volume increased, while international flight volume decreased. On August 16, the seven-day moving average of domestic (excluding Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan) flight volume was 14,822.57 flights, up 204 flights from the previous week. The seven-day moving average of domestic (Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan) flight volume was 377.57 flights, down 9.14 flights from the previous week. The seven-day moving average of international flight volume was 1891.29 flights, down 4.86 flights from the previous week [27] - Urban traffic: The peak congestion index in first-tier cities increased. On August 16, the seven-day moving average of the peak congestion index in first-tier cities was 1.68, up 0.01 from the previous week [27]

Group 1 - The U.S. has imposed tariffs on certain Indian goods, raising them to as high as 50%, which has caused significant concern among Indian exporters, particularly in agriculture, light industry, and IT products [1][3][5] - The U.S. administration has canceled the planned trade talks in New Delhi, indicating a broader strategy that includes issues like oil imports, trade deficits, and supply chain concerns [3][7] - The imposition of these tariffs is seen as a major blow to India's export-dependent economy, with fears of job losses and order cancellations among small manufacturers and exporters [5][18] Group 2 - In response to the U.S. actions, India is receiving mixed signals from China, with a high-level visit planned and potential restoration of direct flights, indicating a thaw in relations [9][12] - The resumption of direct flights and border trade negotiations could revitalize economic interactions between India and China, which is crucial for local economies [11][16] - The Indian media reflects a divided opinion on the situation, with some advocating for diversification of external relations to mitigate risks associated with reliance on the U.S. market [14][18]

1. Report Industry Investment Ratings No industry - wide investment ratings are provided in the report. 2. Core Views - The second - round China - US trade talks extended the tariff exemption clause, and the Politburo meeting's policy tone was consistent with the previous one. The TMT sector rose strongly, and the stock index increased with heavy trading volume. However, the improvement in corporate earnings needs to be verified by the upcoming mid - year report data [2]. - Multiple negative factors such as the central bank's mention of "preventing idle funds from circulating" in the second - quarter monetary policy report, the strong performance of the stock market, and the tightening of funds during the tax payment period led to a significant decline in bond futures. The bond market sentiment remains weak [2]. - The meeting of US, Ukrainian, and European leaders brought hope for easing the Russia - Ukraine conflict, which increased risk appetite and caused precious metals to rise and then fall. Gold and silver prices are in a range - bound state [2]. - The container shipping index (European line) is in a weak and volatile state, and the short position of the October contract should be continued to hold [2]. - Steel prices are supported due to limited inventory accumulation in steel mills and upcoming production restrictions. Iron ore follows the price fluctuations of steel, while some coal prices are showing signs of weakness [2]. - The prices of non - ferrous metals such as copper, aluminum, and zinc are in a narrow - range or weak - range fluctuation, and different trading strategies are recommended for each metal [2]. - The energy and chemical sectors show different trends. Some products are in a range - bound state, while others are facing supply - demand pressures and are recommended for short - selling or other strategies [2]. - In the agricultural products sector, different products have different trends, such as the upward trend of palm oil and the weakening trend of corn [2]. - Special commodities like glass are in a weak state, and new energy products such as polysilicon and lithium carbonate need to pay attention to policy and supply - related factors [2]. 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs Financial - **Stock Index**: The stock index rose with heavy volume, but the improvement in earnings needs mid - year report data verification. It is recommended to sell put options on MO2509 with an exercise price around 6600 at high prices and have a moderately bullish view [2]. - **Treasury Bonds**: Multiple negative factors led to a decline in bond futures. The bond market is in an unfavorable situation, and it is recommended to stay on the sidelines in the short term [2]. - **Precious Metals**: Gold is recommended to build a bullish spread strategy through call options at the low - price stage after price corrections. Silver is recommended to maintain a low - buying strategy or build a bullish spread strategy with options [2]. Black - **Steel**: Steel prices are supported due to limited inventory accumulation in steel mills and upcoming production restrictions. The 10 - month contracts of hot - rolled coils and rebar should pay attention to the support levels of 3400 yuan and 3200 yuan respectively [2]. - **Iron Ore**: The shipping volume increased, and the port inventory and port clearance improved. It follows the price fluctuations of steel, and it is recommended to short at high prices [2]. - **Coking Coal**: After the exchange's intervention, the futures price peaked and declined, and some coal prices weakened. It is recommended to short at high prices [2]. - **Coke**: The sixth - round price increase of mainstream coking plants has been implemented, and the seventh - round price increase is in progress. It is recommended to short at high prices [2]. Non - ferrous - **Copper**: The main contract fluctuates within the range of 78000 - 79500 yuan [2]. - **Aluminum Oxide**: The main contract fluctuates within the range of 3000 - 3300 yuan [2]. - **Aluminum**: The price fluctuated downward due to the additional tariff on aluminum. The main contract should pay attention to the pressure level of 21000 yuan and fluctuates within the range of 20000 - 21000 yuan [2]. - **Zinc**: The main contract fluctuates within the range of 22000 - 23000 yuan [2]. - **Tin**: It is recommended to wait and see, paying attention to the import situation of Burmese tin ore [2]. - **Nickel**: The main contract fluctuates within the range of 118000 - 126000 yuan [2]. - **Stainless Steel**: The main contract fluctuates in a narrow range, with cost support but demand drag, and fluctuates within the range of 12800 - 13500 yuan [2]. Energy and Chemical - **Crude Oil**: The short - term geopolitical risk is the main factor. It is recommended to stay on the sidelines for single - side trading and expand the spread between the October - November/December contracts. The support levels for WTI, Brent, and SC are given [2]. - **Urea**: The Indian tender news has a certain boost to the market. If there are no more positive factors after the price rebound, it is recommended to short at high prices [2]. - **PX**: The supply - demand pressure is not significant, and the demand is expected to improve. It is recommended to go long at the lower end of the 6600 - 6900 range and expand the PX - SC spread at a low level [2]. - **PTA**: The processing fee is low, and the cost support is limited. It is recommended to go long at the lower end of the 4600 - 4800 range and conduct a reverse spread operation on TA1 - 5 at high prices [2]. - **Short - fiber**: The supply - demand situation is expected to improve, but there is no obvious short - term driver. It is recommended to try to go long at the lower end of the 6300 - 6500 range [2]. - **Bottle - grade PET**: The production reduction effect is obvious, and the inventory is slowly decreasing. It is recommended to go long on the processing fee at a low price [2]. - **Ethanol**: The supply of MEG is gradually returning, and it is expected to follow the fluctuations of commodities. It is in the range of 4300 - 4500 yuan [2]. - **Caustic Soda**: The main downstream buyers are purchasing well, and the spot price is stable. It is recommended to wait and see [2]. - **PVC**: The supply - demand pressure is still high, and it is recommended to take a short - selling approach [2]. - **Benzene**: The supply - demand expectation has improved, but the driving force is limited due to high inventory. It follows the fluctuations of oil prices and styrene [2]. - **Styrene**: The supply - demand situation has marginally improved, but the cost support is limited. It is recommended to short on rebounds within the 7200 - 7400 range [2]. - **Synthetic Rubber**: The cost is in a range - bound state, and the supply - demand is loose. It is recommended to hold the seller position of the short - term put option BR2509 - P - 11400 [2]. - **LLDPE**: The basis remains stable, and the trading volume is acceptable. It is in a short - term volatile state [2]. - **PP**: The spot price has little change, and the trading volume has weakened. It is recommended to take profit on the short position in the 7200 - 7300 range [2]. - **Methanol**: The inventory is continuously tightening, and the price is weakening. It is recommended to conduct range - bound operations within 2350 - 2550 [2]. Agricultural Products - **Soybeans and Related Products**: The cost support is strong, and a long - term bullish expectation remains. It is recommended to arrange long positions for the January contract [2]. - **Pigs**: The spot price is in a low - level volatile state, and attention should be paid to the rhythm of production release [2]. - **Corn**: The supply pressure is emerging, and the futures price is in a weak state. It is recommended to short at high prices [2]. - **Palm Oil**: The Malaysian palm oil price is rising, and the domestic palm oil price is following the upward trend. It is expected to reach the 10000 - yuan mark in the short term [2]. - **Sugar**: The overseas supply outlook is loose. It is recommended to reduce the short position established at the previous high price [2]. - **Cotton**: The downstream market is weak. It is recommended to reduce the short position [2]. - **Eggs**: The spot price is weak. It is bearish in the long - term [2]. - **Apples**: The sales are slow. Attention should be paid to the price trend of early - maturing apples. The main contract is around 8250 [2]. - **Jujubes**: The price is stable. It is recommended to be cautious when chasing high prices and focus on short - term trading [2]. - **Soda Ash**: The supply is at a high level, and the fundamentals are weakening. It is recommended to try short - selling at high prices [2]. Special Commodities - **Glass**: The industry is in a negative feedback cycle, and the futures price is weak. It is recommended to hold the short position [2]. - **Rubber**: Attention should be paid to the raw material price increase during the peak production period [2]. - **Industrial Silicon**: Attention should be paid to the change in production capacity [2]. New Energy - **Polysilicon**: Attention should be paid to the change in policy expectations [2]. - **Lithium Carbonate**: The supply is subject to continuous disturbances, and the fundamentals are marginally improving. It is recommended to be cautious and try to go long with a light position at a low price [2].

Economic Impact - The extension of the tariff suspension for an additional 90 days is crucial for American businesses, particularly in sectors like agriculture and high-tech products, which rely heavily on the Chinese market for sales [1][3] - The trade friction has led to significant income reductions for American farmers due to blocked exports to China, highlighting the importance of maintaining competitive access to the Chinese market [1] Political Considerations - Trump's decision reflects a balance between demonstrating a tough stance on China and avoiding excessive confrontation that could harm U.S. interests, especially in light of rising consumer prices due to tariff costs [3] - The U.S. government recognizes the necessity of cooperation with China on global issues such as climate change and public health, influencing the decision to extend the tariff suspension [3] China's Response - China maintains a firm and rational stance, emphasizing mutual respect and equal benefits in trade discussions, and is committed to defending its legitimate rights against U.S. tariffs [4][9] - China aims to promote healthy and stable bilateral trade relations through continued negotiations based on equality and mutual respect [4] Brazil's Position - Brazil has consistently opposed U.S. tariff policies and has refused to compromise under pressure, emphasizing the need for sincere negotiations from the U.S. [6] - Brazilian President Lula's communication with China following the tariff extension indicates Brazil's desire for support in countering U.S. trade policies and to strengthen ties within the BRICS framework [7][9] Cooperation Opportunities - China has expressed strong support for Brazil in defending its sovereignty and rights, indicating a willingness to enhance bilateral trade and cooperation to mitigate the impacts of U.S. tariffs [9] - The collaboration between China and Brazil aims to expand trade volumes and optimize trade structures, leveraging China's market demand to benefit Brazilian exports [9]

Report Industry Investment Rating - Not provided in the content Core Viewpoints - In July, the global economic data still showed resilience, but there were still pressures in domestic monthly economic data. The A-share market was strong on August 18, with the Shanghai Composite Index reaching a near 10-year high, and the Shenzhen Component Index and ChiNext Index breaking through last year's highs. The bond market tumbled, and commodities were divided. Attention should be paid to the impact of "reciprocal tariffs" and the progress of "anti-involution" [1]. - The current tariffs are still in a "stagnant" stage, which will bring certain drag to commodities greatly affected by external demand. After the July interest rate meeting, Powell did not give guidance on a September rate cut, emphasizing the uncertainty of tariffs and inflation [2]. - For commodities, the black and new energy metal sectors are most sensitive to the domestic supply side, the energy and non-ferrous sectors benefit significantly from overseas inflation expectations, and the "anti-involution" space of some chemical products is also worthy of attention. The short - term fluctuation space of agricultural products is relatively limited [3]. - For strategies, it is recommended to allocate more industrial products on dips in commodities and stock index futures [4]. Summary by Directory Market Analysis - In July, China's official manufacturing PMI dropped to 49.3, non - manufacturing remained in expansion, exports increased by 7.2% year - on - year in US dollars, monetary supply exceeded expectations, but financing and loan data were still weak, and investment data had obvious pressure. In the US, the July non - farm payrolls data was below expectations, but the service PMI improved significantly, and the "Great Beauty" bill might support subsequent consumption. On August 18, the A - share market was strong, with the total market turnover exceeding 2.8 trillion yuan, the third - highest in history. Market hotspots focused on AI hardware stocks, brokers, and fintech, while the bond market tumbled and commodities were divided [1]. Tariff Impact - On July 31, the White House re - set "reciprocal tariff" rates. From August 12, 2025, the implementation of a 24% tariff was suspended for 90 days until November 10. On August 15, the Trump administration expanded the scope of a 50% tariff on steel and aluminum imports and might announce a semiconductor tariff of up to 300% within two weeks. Current tariffs are in a "stagnant" stage, dragging down some commodities [2]. Commodity Analysis - The black sector is still dragged down by downstream demand expectations, and the non - ferrous sector's supply constraints have not been alleviated. The medium - term supply of the energy sector is considered to be relatively loose, with OPEC+ accelerating production and increasing production by 548,000 barrels per day in August. The "anti - involution" space of some chemical products is worthy of attention, and the short - term fluctuation of agricultural products is relatively limited. Since the "anti - involution" market started in July, major varieties have retreated to varying degrees [3]. Strategy - For commodities and stock index futures, it is recommended to allocate more industrial products on dips [4]. To - do News - On August 18, the market was strong, with the Shanghai Composite Index reaching a near 10 - year high, over 4000 stocks rising, and the trading volume reaching 2.81 trillion yuan. Trump will meet with Zelensky and European leaders on the 18th. The European Council President emphasized the importance of trans - Atlantic unity, and the EU will introduce the 19th round of sanctions against Russia in early September [5].

Report Industry Investment Rating - The investment rating for both the apple and红枣 industries is neutral [4][8] Core Viewpoints - For the apple industry, due to the low remaining inventory at the origin and the expected new - season output having little change from last year, the apple fundamentals have no prominent contradictions, and the short - term price is expected to remain stable. Attention should be paid to the trading situation of new - season early - maturing apples [4] - For the jujube industry, when the reduction in production cannot be disproven, the futures market may still rise in the short term due to capital sentiment. However, considering the high inventory of old jujubes, attention should be paid to the final production of new jujubes. If the reduction in production is less than expected, the jujube price may return to a weak trend under the pressure of high inventory [8] Summary by Related Catalogs Apple Market News and Important Data - Futures: The closing price of the apple 2510 contract yesterday was 8230 yuan/ton, a change of +42 yuan/ton or +0.51% from the previous day [1] - Spot: The price of Shandong Qixia 80 first - and second - grade late Fuji was 3.80 yuan/jin, with no change from the previous day; the price of Shaanxi Luochuan 70 and above semi - commodity late Fuji was 4.50 yuan/jin, also with no change from the previous day. The spot basis AP10 - 630 changed by - 42, and the spot basis AP10 + 770 also changed by - 42 [1] Market Analysis - The apple futures price rose yesterday. The in - warehouse trading was slow, and the enthusiasm of merchants was average. The low inventory supported the price. Attention should be paid to the price change after the large - scale listing of Gala apples and the quality of new - season fruits [3] - Last week, it was difficult to organize a large amount of high - quality early - maturing fruits in the western production areas, giving some sales space to inventory fruits. However, due to poor consumption, the overall sales speed was slow. Currently, the inventory is at a low level, supporting the price of inventory fruits. The poor quality of early - maturing fruits with many green - returning phenomena led to average sales of both early - maturing and inventory fruits last week. The price of new - season Fuji is low, and the purchase cost of merchants is low. As the spot price falls, the profit of merchants has declined, and the current profit from purchasing goods is not high [3] - This week, early - maturing varieties such as Gala in northern Shaanxi and Luli and Jinduhong in Shandong production areas are gradually being supplied to the market, which may squeeze the inventory fruits to some extent. It is expected that the de - stocking of inventory fruits will continue to slow down this week. With the supply of early - maturing fruits in Shaanxi increasing, the price of Gala in some production areas may decline this week due to uneven quality [3] Strategy - Maintain a neutral strategy. The short - term price is expected to remain stable, and attention should be paid to the listing and trading situation of new - season early - maturing apples [4] Jujube Market News and Important Data - Futures: The closing price of the jujube 2601 contract yesterday was 11520 yuan/ton, a change of - 25 yuan/ton or - 0.22% from the previous day [5] - Spot: The price of first - grade gray jujubes in Hebei was 9.60 yuan/kg, with no change from the previous day. The spot basis CJ01 - 1920 changed by +25 [5] Market Analysis - The jujube futures price fell yesterday. The temperature in the production area is high, and it is in the fruit expansion period of jujubes. Attention should be paid to the quality of new - season jujubes. The supply of goods in the parking area of the Hebei sales area continues, and the price of sub - standard jujubes has risen. Attention should be continuously paid to whether there are weather anomalies in the production area [7] - In the jujube production area, the fruit - setting situation of the first - crop flowers was reported to be average in some jujube orchards in the early stage. However, the temperature drop and rainfall in early July led to better fruit - setting of the second - and third - crop flowers. In August, there was strong wind in some areas, causing some fruit drop in a small number of jujube orchards in windy areas. Weather changes need to be continuously monitored [7] - In the sales area, the spot price is running strongly, downstream merchants replenish goods as needed, and the trading atmosphere has improved. Since new jujubes entered the critical flowering and fruit - setting period in June, the market has been trading around the expectation of a reduction in new - season production, and the sensitivity to weather anomalies in the production area has increased. Currently, the long - short game has intensified, and there are significant differences in the expectation of the new - season jujube production [7] Strategy - Maintain a neutral strategy. When the reduction in production cannot be disproven, the futures market may still rise in the short term due to capital sentiment. However, due to the high inventory of old jujubes, attention should be paid to the final production of new jujubes. If the reduction in production is less than expected, the jujube price may return to a weak trend under the pressure of high inventory [8]

Core Viewpoint - The recent increase in U.S. soybean futures prices, driven by strong domestic demand and favorable supply reports, is expected to stabilize above 1000 cents per bushel, with potential for further increases [1] Group 1: U.S. Soybean Market - The July soybean crush volume in the U.S. reached 195.699 million bushels, exceeding market expectations of 191.59 million bushels, indicating robust domestic demand [1] - The increase in soybean demand is primarily attributed to rising U.S. soybean oil consumption, with July soybean oil production reported at 2.348 billion pounds, showing growth both month-on-month and year-on-year [1] - The favorable demand conditions are supported by the recent comments from Trump urging China to purchase U.S. soybeans, alongside the positive supply-demand report [1] Group 2: Domestic Soybean Meal Market - Despite external support for soybean meal costs, domestic demand remains weak, with daily demand peaking at the beginning of August primarily driven by forward contracts for next year [1] - As of August 15, the daily transaction volume for soybean meal in August was 27.5 thousand tons, reflecting a lack of significant spot demand [1] - It is anticipated that the national average price for soybean meal will fluctuate between 3100 yuan/ton and 3200 yuan/ton by the end of August [1]

Report Summary 1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Views of the Report - On August 18, 2025, the total market capitalization of A-shares exceeded 100 trillion yuan for the first time, driven by top - level policies and financial policies, with significant inflow of incremental funds and strong economic resilience [1]. - In 2025, domestic liquidity remains loose, in a policy window period. There may be more incremental policies in the second half of the year, and external risks are gradually easing. The stock market is in a resonance period of "policy bottom + capital bottom + valuation bottom", but sector rotation is accelerating and structural differentiation exists [2][11]. - Precious metals may show an oscillating trend under the warming of interest - rate cut expectations, with long - term drivers still providing support for gold [3][19]. - The trend of crude oil needs to pay attention to the OPEC production increase situation, and the unemployment rate in the US may rise in August [4][13]. 3. Summary by Related Catalogs a. Key Varieties - **Stock Index**: The US three major indexes fluctuated slightly. The previous trading day saw an increase in the stock index, with the communication sector leading the rise and the real - estate sector leading the fall. The market turnover was 2.81 trillion yuan. The margin trading balance increased by 7.542 billion yuan on August 15. The CSI 500 and CSI 1000 are more offensive, while the SSE 50 and CSI 300 are more defensive [2][11]. - **Precious Metals**: Last week, unexpected US inflation data pressured gold and silver. Although there are factors supporting the price, the current high price makes gold hesitant to rise, and gold and silver may oscillate [3][19]. - **Crude Oil**: SC night trading rose 0.7%. The US - Russia talks over the weekend had no clear conclusion. The unemployment rate in the US may rise to 4.3% in August, and attention should be paid to OPEC production increase [4][13]. b. Main News of the Day - **International News**: US President Trump met with Ukrainian President Zelensky at the White House, and a trilateral meeting among the US, Russia, and Ukraine may be held. Trump also said he would not rule out sending US troops to participate in peace - keeping missions in Ukraine [5]. - **Domestic News**: Premier Li Qiang emphasized enhancing the effectiveness of macro - policies, stabilizing market expectations, stimulating consumption potential, expanding effective investment, and consolidating the real - estate market [6]. - **Industry News**: The National Medical Insurance Work Symposium announced nine key tasks, including starting to formulate the DRG 3.0 grouping plan, improving the maternity insurance system, and exploring national unified follow - up procurement after the expiration of the centralized procurement agreement [7]. c. Morning Comments on Major Varieties - **Financial**: - **Stock Index**: Similar to the key varieties part, the market is in a favorable period, but sector rotation and differentiation need attention [2][11]. - **Treasury Bonds**: Treasury bonds continued to fall. The yield of the 10 - year active treasury bond rose to 1.778%. The bond market may continue to be under pressure, and the price difference between new and old bonds and long - and short - term bonds may widen [12]. - **Energy and Chemicals**: - **Crude Oil**: As mentioned before, pay attention to OPEC production increase and the US unemployment rate [4][13]. - **Methanol**: Methanol night trading fell 1.04%. The overall domestic methanol plant operating rate decreased slightly, and the coastal inventory continued to accumulate. It is short - term bullish [14][15]. - **Rubber**: The price support mainly comes from the supply side. The demand side is weak, and the price may oscillate and fall [16]. - **Polyolefins**: The polyolefin futures were weak. The market is still mainly driven by supply and demand, and the inventory digestion is slow. Pay attention to the autumn restocking market and cost changes [17]. - **Glass and Soda Ash**: Both glass and soda ash futures are in the process of inventory digestion. The prices have stopped falling, and attention should be paid to the inventory digestion speed [18]. - **Metals**: - **Precious Metals**: As described above, affected by inflation data and other factors, it shows an oscillating trend [3][19]. - **Copper**: The copper price may fluctuate within a range due to the balance of multiple factors, and attention should be paid to US tariffs and other factors [20][21]. - **Zinc**: The zinc price may fluctuate widely in the short term, affected by factors such as US tariffs and supply - demand [22]. - **Lithium Carbonate**: Supply is expected to increase slightly in August, demand is also growing, and inventory is in a complex state. There is a risk of correction after the previous rise, and short - selling should be cautious [23]. - **Black Metals**: - **Iron Ore**: The demand for iron ore is supported. The global iron ore shipment has decreased recently, and the inventory is being depleted. It is expected to rise in the second half of the year, and the market is expected to be oscillating and bullish [24]. - **Steel**: The supply - side pressure of steel is gradually emerging, but the supply - demand contradiction is not significant. The market is expected to be oscillating and bullish [25]. - **Coking Coal and Coke**: The main contracts of coking coal and coke oscillated narrowly. The market is under pressure, and the multi - empty game is intensifying [26][27]. - **Agricultural Products**: - **Protein Meal**: The US Department of Agriculture adjusted the soybean production forecast, and the soybean futures inventory is tightening. The price of the domestic protein meal has strong support [28]. - **Oils and Fats**: The MPOB report has a neutral - to - bullish impact on the market. Affected by news from Indonesia, the short - term trend of oils and fats is expected to be bullish and oscillating [29]. - **Sugar**: The international sugar market is expected to be oscillating and bearish, while the domestic sugar market is supported by high sales - to - production ratio and low inventory, and is expected to be oscillating [30]. - **Cotton**: The ICE US cotton price rose. The domestic cotton market supply is tight, and the demand is in the off - season. The short - term trend may be oscillating and bullish, but the upside space is limited [31]. - **Shipping Index**: - **Container Shipping to Europe**: The EC oscillated slightly. The SCFIS European line price decreased. The market is concerned about the off - season freight rate decline rate and the support of deep discounts [32][33].

Report Summary 1. Report Industry Investment Rating No information provided. 2. Core Viewpoints - The soybean import cost is on a stable and slightly rising trend, but the upward momentum is questionable due to the global surplus of protein raw materials. The domestic soybean meal market is in a season of supply surplus, and it is expected to start destocking in September. The market has both bullish and bearish factors [2][4]. - The fundamentals support the upward movement of the oil price center. Palm oil may maintain stable inventory and strong prices. There is a possibility of price increase in the fourth - quarter due to the Indonesian B50 policy, but the upside is limited [6][9]. - The international sugar price is unlikely to rebound significantly, and the domestic sugar price is likely to continue to decline due to increasing imports and high valuation [11][12]. - The cotton price may continue to fluctuate at a high level in the short - term, influenced by the USDA report and trade policies, but the downstream consumption is average [14][15]. - The egg price is expected to be mostly stable with local adjustments. The egg supply is large, and the market may fluctuate in the short - term, with opportunities to short after a rebound in the medium - term [17][19]. - The pig price is expected to remain stable. The market may oscillate in a range, with short - term focus on low - buying, attention to upside pressure in the medium - term, and a reverse - spread strategy for the far - month contracts [20][21]. 3. Summaries by Directory Soybean/Meal - **Important Information**: The US soybean production decreased by 1.08 million tons. The Brazilian soybean premium has been oscillating at a high level recently. The domestic soybean meal spot basis is stable, and the downstream inventory has slightly decreased. The total inventory of port soybeans converted to soybean meal and oil mill soybean meal is stable [2]. - **Trading Strategy**: Suggest buying at the lower end of the soybean meal cost range, and pay attention to the crushing profit, supply pressure, Sino - US tariff progress, and new supply - side drivers [4]. Oil - **Important Information**: From August 1 - 10, 2025, Malaysia's palm oil exports increased by 23.67% compared to the same period last month. From August 1 - 15, the palm oil yield decreased by 1.78%, the oil extraction rate increased by 0.51%, and the production increased by 0.88%. Indonesia has confiscated 3.1 million hectares of illegal palm oil plantations. The domestic spot basis of the three major oils is stable at a low level [6]. - **Trading Strategy**: The fundamentals support the upward movement of the oil price center. Palm oil may maintain stable inventory and strong prices. There is a possibility of price increase in the fourth - quarter due to the Indonesian B50 policy, but the upside is limited [9]. Sugar - **Important Information**: On Monday, the Zhengzhou sugar futures price continued to oscillate. The spot price remained unchanged. In July 2025, China imported 740,000 tons of sugar, a year - on - year increase of 320,000 tons [11]. - **Trading Strategy**: The international sugar price is unlikely to rebound significantly, and the domestic sugar price is likely to continue to decline due to increasing imports and high valuation [12]. Cotton - **Important Information**: On Monday, the Zhengzhou cotton futures price continued to oscillate. The spot price increased slightly. In July 2025, China imported 50,000 tons of cotton, a year - on - year decrease of 150,000 tons [14]. - **Trading Strategy**: The cotton price may continue to fluctuate at a high level in the short - term, influenced by the USDA report and trade policies, but the downstream consumption is average [15]. Egg - **Important Information**: The national egg price has been adjusted with slight increases and decreases. The supply is stable, and the downstream digestion is moderate. The egg price is expected to be mostly stable with local adjustments [17][18]. - **Trading Strategy**: The egg supply is large, and the market may fluctuate in the short - term, with opportunities to short after a rebound in the medium - term [19]. Pig - **Important Information**: The domestic pig price was mainly stable with local weakness. The supply and demand are in a stalemate, and the price is expected to remain stable [20]. - **Trading Strategy**: The market may oscillate in a range, with short - term focus on low - buying, attention to upside pressure in the medium - term, and a reverse - spread strategy for the far - month contracts [21].

1. Report Industry Investment Rating There is no information provided regarding the report's industry investment rating in the given content. 2. Core Views of the Report - The report provides a comprehensive overview of macro - economic data, commodity investment trends, financial news, and stock market developments. It indicates that the government is taking measures to boost the economy, and various markets are influenced by factors such as geopolitical events, policy changes, and supply - demand dynamics. For the bond market, different research institutions have different outlooks, with some expecting a downward trend in interest rates, while others are cautious about short - term fluctuations [1][2][22]. 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs **Macro Data** - GDP growth in Q2 2025 was 5.2% year - on - year, slightly lower than the previous quarter. Manufacturing PMI in July 2025 was 49.3%, down from 49.7% in the previous month. Non - manufacturing PMI for business activities in July was 50.1%, also a decline from the previous month. Social financing scale in July was lower than the previous month and the same period last year. M1 and M2 growth rates increased in July compared to the previous month and the same period last year, while M0 growth decreased slightly. Financial institution RMB loans decreased in July. CPI was flat in July, and PPI remained negative. Fixed - asset investment growth slowed down, while social consumption and export and import growth showed positive trends [1]. **Commodity Investment** **Comprehensive** - The government aims to enhance macro - policy effectiveness, stimulate consumption, expand investment, and stabilize the real estate market. The central bank will boost the development of the movable - property financing market to support small and medium - sized enterprises. New futures and options contracts have been launched by the Shanghai Futures Exchange [2][3]. **Metals** - Geopolitical developments may ease tensions and reduce safe - haven demand. A company agreed to acquire gold and copper assets from BHP for $465 million. Peru's copper production increased by 7.1% in June. Some institutions raised the gold price target. Metal inventories at the London Metal Exchange generally decreased [4][5][6]. **Coal, Coke, Steel, and Minerals** - Some regions in Shandong plan to raise coke prices. The prices of coking coal and coke in the circulation field increased in early August. Glencore applied to include two copper projects worth over $13 billion in Argentina's investment incentive program [7]. **Energy and Chemicals** - Oil prices rose due to geopolitical tensions and supply concerns. Citi expects Russian pipeline gas supply to Europe to potentially resume by the end of 2025, which affects its gas price forecast. Indonesia anticipates an increase in oil and gas production in 2026 [9]. **Agricultural Products** - The price of soybean meal increased in early August. The anti - subsidy investigation on EU dairy products was extended. There are developments in corn, wheat, and ethanol production, and Brazil's competition authority is investigating the "soybean suspension plan" [10]. **Financial News** **Open Market** - The central bank conducted 7 - day reverse repurchase operations, resulting in a net injection of 154.5 billion yuan on August 18. The Ministry of Finance and the central bank carried out treasury cash management operations with a winning bid of 120 billion yuan and an interest rate of 1.78% [12]. **Important News** - The government is committed to economic stability and market confidence. The trading association is investigating the misappropriation of debt - financing funds. There are various government bond operations, and the central bank signed a currency swap agreement with Thailand. There are international political developments and corporate bond - related events [13][14][15]. **Bond Market Review** - Bond yields generally rose, and bond futures prices fell. Different bond - related interest rates showed various trends, and overseas bond yields also had different movements. Some institutions have different outlooks on the bond market [17][18][22]. **Foreign Exchange Market** - The on - shore and offshore RMB showed different trends against the US dollar, and the US dollar index rose, affecting other major currencies [21]. **Research Report Highlights** - Different institutions have different views on the bond market, including expectations of interest - rate decline, focus on structural policies, and suggestions on convertible bond investment [22][23][24]. **Today's Reminders** - Many bonds are scheduled to be listed, issued, and have payments on August 19 [25][26]. **Stock Market News** - The Shanghai Composite Index broke through 3700 points, driven by various types of funds. The number of new accounts at securities brokerages increased, and there is an expected inflow of more funds into the A - share market. The Hong Kong stock market had mixed performance, and the Shenzhen Stock Exchange is researching the feasibility of adding a special voting channel for margin - trading accounts [27][28].