1. Report Industry Investment Ratings - No specific industry investment ratings are provided in the report. 2. Core Views of the Report - Overseas, the market anticipates the possible end of the Russia - Ukraine conflict, leading to a decline in global risk - aversion sentiment. The market awaits the Jackson Hole Economic Policy Symposium for US interest - rate policy clues, with the US dollar remaining volatile and global risk appetite rising. Domestically, China's economic data in July slowed down and fell short of expectations. Policy stimulus expectations are strengthening, and the short - term uncertainty of tariff risks has decreased, leading to an overall increase in domestic risk appetite [2]. - For assets, the stock index is expected to oscillate strongly at a high level in the short term, with a short - term cautious long - position strategy. Treasury bonds are expected to oscillate and correct at a high level, and it is advisable to watch cautiously. In the commodity sector, black commodities are expected to correct in the short term, non - ferrous metals to oscillate, energy and chemicals to oscillate weakly, and precious metals to oscillate at a high level, all with a cautious watching strategy [2]. 3. Summary by Categories Macroeconomic and Financial - **Macroeconomic Situation**: Overseas, the expected end of the Russia - Ukraine conflict reduces global risk - aversion, and the market awaits US interest - rate policy clues. Domestically, economic data in July was weak, but policy stimulus expectations are rising, and the short - term tariff risk uncertainty is reduced [2]. - **Asset Performance and Strategies**: The stock index is expected to oscillate strongly at a high level in the short term (cautious long - position). Treasury bonds are expected to oscillate and correct at a high level (cautious watching). Black commodities are expected to correct (cautious watching), non - ferrous metals to oscillate (cautious watching), energy and chemicals to oscillate weakly (cautious watching), and precious metals to oscillate at a high level (cautious watching) [2]. Stock Index - **Market Performance**: The domestic stock market declined slightly due to the drag of insurance, military, and securities sectors. - **Fundamentals and Policy**: China's economic data in July was weak. Policy stimulus expectations are rising, and the short - term tariff risk uncertainty is reduced. The short - term upward macro - driving force is weakening, and attention should be paid to Sino - US trade negotiations and domestic incremental policies. A short - term cautious long - position strategy is recommended [3]. Precious Metals - **Market Performance**: Precious metals declined slightly on Tuesday. The probability of a September interest - rate cut fell below 90%, and inflation data showed resistance to the decline in inflation. - **Outlook**: The long - term positive logic remains unchanged. Attention should be paid to entry opportunities at key points [4]. Black Metals Steel - **Market Performance**: Steel futures and spot prices continued to decline slightly on Tuesday, with low trading volumes. - **Fundamentals**: Demand is weakening, inventory is rising, and high - temperature and rainy weather restricts building material demand. Supply is showing signs of reduction, and a short - term oscillating and weakening trend is expected [4][5]. Iron Ore - **Market Performance**: Iron ore futures and spot prices continued to decline slightly on Tuesday. - **Fundamentals**: Steel profits are high, but iron - making water production may decline due to approaching events. Supply is increasing, and port inventory is rising. Iron ore prices may weaken in the short term [5]. Ferrosilicon and Silicomanganese - **Market Performance**: Spot and futures prices of ferrosilicon and silicomanganese declined on Tuesday. - **Fundamentals**: Manufacturers' production enthusiasm is high, and production capacity is increasing. A short - term oscillating and weakening trend is expected [6]. Soda Ash - **Market Performance**: The main soda ash contract was weak on Tuesday. - **Fundamentals**: Supply is increasing, demand is weak, and profits are declining. The high - supply, high - inventory, and weak - demand pattern persists, and the upside space is limited [7]. Glass - **Market Performance**: The main glass contract was weak on Tuesday. - **Fundamentals**: Supply is stable, demand is difficult to improve significantly, and profits are decreasing. The price has declined recently [7]. Non - Ferrous Metals and New Energy Copper - **Market Performance**: The US economy is slowing down, and copper demand is expected to weaken. - **Outlook**: Copper prices may not remain strong in the long run as supply is relatively sufficient and demand is weakening [9]. Aluminum - **Market Performance**: Aluminum prices declined on Tuesday, and the overall sentiment in the commodity market was weak. - **Fundamentals**: Domestic social inventory is rising, and the medium - term upside space is limited. The short - term oscillation trend is expected, but the rebound foundation is weakening [9]. Aluminum Alloy - **Market Performance**: The supply of scrap aluminum is tight, and production costs are rising. - **Outlook**: The short - term price is expected to oscillate strongly, but the upside space is limited due to weak demand [9]. Tin - **Market Performance**: The combined operating rate in Yunnan and Jiangxi decreased slightly. Terminal demand is weak, and inventory decreased this week. - **Outlook**: The price is expected to oscillate in the short term, but the upside space is restricted by high - tariff risks, production resumption expectations, and weak demand [10]. Lithium Carbonate - **Market Performance**: The main lithium carbonate contract declined on Tuesday. - **Fundamentals**: There is a short - term positive impact on supply, and the industry profit is improving. It is expected to oscillate at a high level [11]. Industrial Silicon - **Market Performance**: The main industrial silicon contract declined on Tuesday. - **Outlook**: It is expected to oscillate within a range as black commodities weaken and polysilicon oscillates [11]. Polysilicon - **Market Performance**: The main polysilicon contract declined on Tuesday. - **Fundamentals**: The number of warehouse receipts is increasing, and the industry is promoting self - regulation. It is expected to oscillate at a high level [12][13]. Energy and Chemicals Crude Oil - **Market Performance**: Oil prices declined slightly as the market assesses the prospects of a cease - fire in the Russia - Ukraine conflict. - **Outlook**: Oil prices are expected to remain weak in the long term [14]. Asphalt - **Market Performance**: The asphalt price is following the decline of crude oil, and the spot market is weak. - **Outlook**: It is expected to remain in a weak oscillation pattern as inventory reduction is limited [14]. PX - **Market Performance**: Crude oil price decline led to a correction in the energy - chemical sector. PX is in a tight supply situation in the short term. - **Outlook**: It is expected to oscillate and wait for changes in PTA plants [14]. PTA - **Market Performance**: Pakistan's anti - dumping on PTA exports has a limited impact. Downstream demand has rebounded slightly. - **Outlook**: The supply is limited, and demand is rising slightly. The price is supported but the upside space is restricted [15]. Ethylene Glycol - **Market Performance**: Port inventory has decreased slightly, and downstream demand has rebounded. - **Outlook**: Supply and demand are expected to increase slightly, and it will maintain an oscillating pattern [15]. Short - Fiber - **Market Performance**: The short - fiber price declined due to sector resonance. Terminal orders have increased slightly. - **Outlook**: It may continue to be short - sold in the medium term, waiting for further improvement in terminal orders [15]. Methanol - **Market Performance**: There is a regional differentiation, with the inland strong and the port weak. - **Outlook**: It is expected to oscillate weakly in the short term [16][17]. PP - **Market Performance**: Supply pressure is increasing, and downstream demand is rising slightly. - **Outlook**: The 09 contract is expected to oscillate weakly, and the 01 contract should be monitored for peak - season restocking [17]. LLDPE - **Market Performance**: Supply pressure remains high, and demand is showing signs of improvement. - **Outlook**: The 09 contract is expected to oscillate weakly, and the 01 contract should be monitored for demand and restocking [17]. Agricultural Products US Soybeans - **Market Performance**: The CBOT November soybean contract declined. The market is waiting for the results of the ProFarmer crop tour. - **Field Conditions**: The number of soybean pods in some states is higher than average, and moist soil may promote growth [18]. Soybean and Rapeseed Meal - **Market Performance**: The pressure of soybean and soybean meal inventory in domestic oil mills has eased. - **Supply Situation**: Canadian rapeseed imports are restricted, but the purchase of Australian rapeseed may diversify supply sources [19]. Soybean and Rapeseed Oil - **Market Performance**: Rapeseed oil port inventory is decreasing, and soybean oil has high - inventory pressure in the short term. - **Outlook**: Rapeseed oil supply is expected to shrink, and soybean oil's supply - demand situation will improve in the fourth quarter [19]. Fats and Oils - **Market Performance**: International crude oil and Chicago soybean oil prices declined, which will drag down the Malaysian palm oil market. - **Fundamentals**: Palm oil production has a small increase, and exports have improved significantly. However, the inverted price difference may affect future demand [19]. Corn - **Market Performance**: Northeast corn prices are weak, and the market is inactive. - **Supply Outlook**: New corn will be listed in August, and the supply is expected to be sufficient. Corn futures are weak [20]. Pigs - **Market Performance**: The spot pig price is weak, and the supply is increasing. - **Outlook**: The price decline has slowed down, and attention should be paid to the consumption peak during the start of the school term [20][21].

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 No relevant content provided. Core Viewpoints of the Report - The Shanghai Composite Index reached a ten - year high, with the market being hot and retail investors accelerating their entry. It is expected to continue the process of bubble - formation in the short term, but pressure will emerge after the sentiment reaches its peak [2][18]. - The conflict between Russia and Ukraine is difficult to resolve in the short term, so the US dollar will remain volatile. Gold prices are under pressure due to the marginal easing of geopolitical risks [11][14]. - The price of thermal coal is expected to weaken seasonally as the weather cools in mid - to late August. The price of copper is likely to continue its high - level oscillation pattern [3]. - The prices of various commodities and financial products are affected by multiple factors such as geopolitical situations, supply - demand relationships, and policy expectations, and their trends are complex and changeable. Summary by Relevant Catalogs 1. Financial News and Reviews 1.1 Macro Strategy (Gold) - Germany's Chancellor Merz said the tri - party meeting exceeded expectations, and Trump and Putin agreed that Putin and Zelensky would meet in two weeks. Gold prices are under pressure due to the marginal easing of geopolitical risks. The market is concerned about Fed Chairman Powell's speech at the Jackson Hole Global Central Bank Symposium. It is recommended to pay attention to the callback risk of short - term gold prices [11]. 1.2 Macro Strategy (Foreign Exchange Futures - US Dollar Index) - Trump and Zelensky hope to reach a consensus through tri - party talks, but the differences between Russia and Ukraine are large, so the short - term conflict is difficult to resolve, and the US dollar will remain volatile [14]. 1.3 Macro Strategy (US Stock Index Futures) - Both Russia and the US support direct negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, but the structural differences between the two sides on territorial issues are difficult to resolve, and the negotiation signal is more significant than the actual impact. It is necessary to pay attention to the callback risk if Powell's speech at the global central bank symposium is hawkish [16]. 1.4 Macro Strategy (Stock Index Futures) - The State Council will take measures to consolidate the stabilization of the real estate market. The Shanghai Composite Index reached a ten - year high, and the market is hot. It is recommended to allocate various stock indices evenly [17][18][19]. 1.5 Macro Strategy (Treasury Bond Futures) - The central bank conducted a 2665 - billion - yuan 7 - day reverse repurchase operation, with a net investment of 1545 billion yuan. The bond market is expected to remain weak in the short term, and it is recommended to take a bearish approach and be cautious when betting on rebounds [20][21][22]. 2. Commodity News and Reviews 2.1 Agricultural Products (Soybean Meal) - The inventory of soybean meal in oil mills increased slightly. Brazil's soybean exports in the first two weeks of August increased year - on - year. The good - rate of US soybeans was the same as the previous week and higher than market expectations. It is recommended to maintain a view of slightly bullish oscillation and pay attention to the Pro Farmer Midwest field inspection [23][24][25]. 2.2 Black Metals (Thermal Coal) - From January to July, national railways transported 11.96 billion tons of coal. The price of thermal coal continued to rise this week but is expected to enter a seasonal decline as the weather cools. The impact of over - production inspections on the operating rate is small, and the operating rate of coal mines decreased slightly [26][27][28]. 2.3 Black Metals (Iron Ore) - Fenix's Beebyn - W11 iron ore completed its first shipment. The price of iron ore is oscillating weakly, and it is expected to be weak in the short term due to factors such as the seasonal accumulation of finished product inventory and the decline of surrounding varieties [29]. 2.4 Black Metals (Rebar/Hot - Rolled Coil) - India imposed safeguard measures on flat steel products, and Vietnam imposed anti - dumping duties on carbon and alloy steel coated coils. China's steel exports increased in July. Steel prices are expected to continue to decline, and it is necessary to pay attention to volatility risks [30][31][33]. 2.5 Agricultural Products (Sugar) - The Philippines obtained a 2026 fiscal - year sugar export quota to the US. South Africa's sugarcane production is expected to increase by more than 7% in 2025. China's sugar imports in July were at a record high for the same period. The price of Zhengzhou sugar is expected to remain oscillating, and it is recommended to wait for opportunities to buy on dips for the January contract [35][36][37]. 2.6 Agricultural Products (Corn Starch) - The theoretical profits of corn starch enterprises in different regions were negative on August 18. The spread between CS09 and C09 weakened again. The supply - demand situation of starch is still weak, and the inventory is accumulating. It is recommended to pay attention to the regional spread between North China and Northeast China [39]. 2.7 Agricultural Products (Corn) - The import volume of major feed grains in China increased in July. Corn futures prices continued to decline after the contract change. It is recommended to hold short positions in the November and January contracts and pay attention to weather conditions. There may be opportunities for 11 - 3 reverse arbitrage [40]. 2.8 Non - ferrous Metals (Alumina) - Some high - energy - consuming industries in the northern region received notices of production restrictions for the military parade. Only one alumina enterprise in Henan reported potential production reduction. The supply - demand of alumina is in an oversupply trend, and the futures price is expected to oscillate weakly. It is recommended to wait and see [41][42][43]. 2.9 Non - ferrous Metals (Lead) - The social inventory of lead ingots decreased. Anhui's environmental protection situation has no new progress, and the supply of refined lead is still under pressure. The import of lead needs continuous attention. The start - up rate of lead - acid battery factories increased, but the peak - season demand may be falsified. It is recommended to wait and see in the short term [45][46][47]. 2.10 Non - ferrous Metals (Zinc) - The [LME0 - 3 zinc] was at a discount on August 15. Penoles' zinc production declined in the second quarter. The external market has high structural risks, and the domestic fundamentals are weakening. It is recommended to wait and see for single - side trading, pay attention to medium - term positive arbitrage opportunities, and maintain a positive arbitrage idea before overseas inventories bottom out [48][49]. 2.11 Non - ferrous Metals (Polysilicon) - Inner Mongolia completed the first settlement of new energy marketization. The spot price of polysilicon changed little, and the inventory increased. The production of polysilicon is expected to increase in August, and the terminal demand is weakening. It is recommended to use a callback - bullish strategy for single - side trading and pay attention to 11 - 12 reverse arbitrage opportunities at a spread of about - 2000 yuan/ton [50][52][54]. 2.12 Non - ferrous Metals (Industrial Silicon) - Hoshine's coal - electricity - silicon integration project phase III had an environmental assessment public notice. The supply of industrial silicon may increase marginally in August, but the demand from polysilicon may also increase, and the inventory may decrease. It is recommended to buy on dips in the short term, with the risk being the resumption of production by large factories [55][56]. 2.13 Non - ferrous Metals (Nickel) - LME nickel inventory decreased on August 18. The macro - environment has cooled slightly, and the supply - demand of nickel is in a double - weak pattern. It is recommended to pay attention to short - term band opportunities and medium - term short - selling opportunities at high prices [57][58]. 2.14 Non - ferrous Metals (Lithium Carbonate) - Sichuan Energy Power's lithium mine is in the production - ramping stage, and Australia's Covalent's lithium hydroxide plant started production. The supply - demand balance of lithium carbonate may turn to inventory reduction in the third quarter, and the price is expected to be strong in the short term. It is recommended to hold long positions and look for opportunities to buy on dips [59][60][61]. 2.15 Non - ferrous Metals (Copper) - Chile's Codelco applied to restart part of the El Teniente copper mine. Speculative funds increased their bullish bets on COMEX copper for the first time in four weeks. The short - term macro - factors support copper prices, but the weight of commodities in multi - asset allocation may be adjusted down. It is recommended to wait and see for single - side trading and pay attention to internal - external reverse arbitrage strategies [63][64][65]. 2.16 Energy Chemicals (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) - The congestion at Indian ports continues, and the congestion at the Panama Canal has eased. The price of LPG arriving in the Far East still has support, while the CP is expected to be weak in the short term [66][67][68]. 2.17 Energy Chemicals (Crude Oil) - The US and Russia support direct negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, and oil prices rose slightly. The market is still waiting and seeing, and oil prices lack directional drivers in the short term. It is recommended to maintain an oscillating view and wait for new drivers [69][70]. 2.18 Energy Chemicals (Asphalt) - The inventory of asphalt refineries increased, while the social inventory decreased. The fundamental improvement of asphalt is limited, and the futures price is expected to be in a dilemma in the short term. It is recommended to wait and see [71][72]. 2.19 Energy Chemicals (Bottle Chips) - The export quotes of bottle - chip factories changed little. The price of bottle - chip futures rose. The industry's production reduction has an effect, and the processing fee has slightly recovered. It is necessary to pay attention to the pressure brought by the resumption of production and new installations from late August to September [73][74][75]. 2.20 Energy Chemicals (Caustic Soda) - The price of caustic soda in Shandong rose on August 18. The supply increased slightly, and the demand was good. The spot price of caustic soda has bottomed out, and the futures price is expected to oscillate [76][77]. 2.21 Energy Chemicals (Pulp) - The import pulp spot market was mainly stable. The futures price of pulp oscillated weakly. The overall sentiment of commodities has cooled, and the pulp market is expected to oscillate in the short term [78][79]. 2.22 Energy Chemicals (PVC) - The price of PVC powder in China decreased. The futures price oscillated after a decline. India's anti - dumping ruling may reduce China's PVC exports, and the short - term futures price is expected to be weak [80]. 2.23 Energy Chemicals (PX) - The price of PX rose. The domestic PX supply is expected to increase marginally, and the profit is compressed. The single - side price of PX mainly follows the oscillation of crude oil. It is recommended to adjust with the cost of oil prices and try to go long lightly on dips [81][82]. 2.24 Energy Chemicals (PTA) - The spot price of PTA rose, and the basis was stable. The demand at the weaving end rebounded slightly, and the polyester load increased marginally. The PTA processing fee may have a small repair space. It is recommended to follow the cost - end oscillation and try to go long lightly on dips [83][84][85]. 2.25 Energy Chemicals (Soda Ash) - The price of soda ash in the Shahe area oscillated and adjusted. The supply of soda ash increased, and the demand was average. The futures price is expected to be volatile, and it is recommended to manage positions well [86]. 2.26 Energy Chemicals (Float Glass) - The price of float glass in the Shahe market changed slightly. The futures price of glass decreased, and the market sentiment was weak. It is recommended to operate cautiously on the single - side and focus on arbitrage operations, such as the strategy of going long on glass and short on soda ash when the spread widens [87]. 2.27 Energy Chemicals (Styrene) - The inventory of styrene in East China ports increased. The supply of pure benzene is expected to decline slightly in the short term, and the supply - demand of styrene will gradually balance in September but may accumulate inventory in the long term. The price of styrene is expected to oscillate, and it is necessary to pay attention to the cost - end changes caused by oil - price fluctuations [88][89]. 2.28 Energy Chemicals (Urea) - India's NFL issued a urea import tender. The urea futures price oscillated under pressure, and the spot price fell significantly. The demand is weak, and the futures price is affected by potential internal and external policy expectations. It is recommended to pay attention to the potential changes in the export end [90]. 2.29 Shipping Index (Container Freight Rate) - The container throughput of Yangshan Port in July reached a record high. The SCFIS (European line) index decreased. The supply pressure in September has improved, but the demand is weakening, and the freight rate will continue to decline. It is recommended to hold short positions in the October contract and pay attention to the empty - voyage situation during the National Day [91][92].

Report Summary 1) Report Industry Investment Rating No investment rating information is provided in the report. 2) Core View of the Report The terminal demand in the black industry continues to be weak, spot trading is poor, and speculative demand has also weakened. However, there is still an expectation of production restrictions. Recently, market sentiment has cooled significantly. It is expected that there is still room for correction in the black industry, but differentiation among varieties may intensify [1]. 3) Summary According to Related Catalogs Market Overview - Today, black commodity futures generally declined. The rebar closed at 3155 yuan/ton, down 0.88%; the hot - rolled coil main contract closed at 3460 yuan/ton, down 0.20%; the iron ore main contract closed at 772 yuan/ton; the coking coal and coke both declined today, with the coking coal decline close to 3% [1]. Market Analysis - **Inventory**: Last week, the inventory of the five major steel products increased by 406,100 tons to 1.41597 million tons, reaching a three - month high. Both the social inventory and the steel mill inventory increased by nearly 3% month - on - month. Specifically, the steel mill inventories of all five varieties increased to varying degrees. The wire rod steel mill inventory increased by 8.13%, and its total inventory increased by 5.5%, with the apparent demand decreasing by 1.35% month - on - month. Rebar was the only variety with a month - on - month decline in production among the five major varieties. The steel mill inventory decreased by 2.41%, the social inventory decreased by 6.81%, and the total inventory also decreased by 5.5%. However, the apparent demand dropped by nearly 10% to 189,940 tons, reaching a new low in the same period in recent years. The social inventory of hot - rolled coils decreased, and the apparent demand increased by 85,400 tons or 2.79% to 314,750 tons [1]. - **Supply**: The profitability rate of 247 steel mills rebounded by 2.6% to 65.8%. The blast furnace operating rate decreased by 0.16% to 83.59%. The blast furnace iron - making capacity utilization rate increased by 0.13 percentage points to 90.22% compared with last week, and the daily average pig iron output increased slightly by 3,400 tons to 240,660 tons, with the year - on - year increase expanding to 5.2%. Last week, the shortage of scrap resources remained unchanged. Since the increase in scrap prices was greater than that of rebar, the spread between rebar and scrap narrowed. The daily average crude steel output of 90 independent electric arc furnace steel mills decreased by 0.86% week - on - week. However, some regions with high profits still had steel mills resuming production. As of August 15, the average capacity utilization rate and operating rate of 90 independent electric arc furnace steel mills both increased month - on - month [1]. Investment Advice - **Iron ore**: Pay attention to supply - demand changes and inventory conditions, and avoid chasing high prices [1]. - **Rebar**: Investors are advised to adopt a volatile trading strategy in the short term and pay attention to the change in the spread between hot - rolled coils and rebar [1]. - **Hot - rolled coil**: Investors are advised to adopt a high - level consolidation trading strategy in the short term and pay attention to supply - demand changes [1]. - **Coking coal and coke**: Pay attention to the shock market after the decline stabilizes or the strength - weakness relationship between coking coal and coke [1].

Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. Core Viewpoints - The commodity market may fluctuate in the short - term due to weak Sino - US economic data. The oil and fat sector may be relatively strong, while the precious metals sector may adjust with fluctuations. Each sub - sector has different trends based on their own fundamentals and macro - economic factors [1]. - The non - ferrous sector may face pressure due to weak Sino - US economic data and low demand during the off - season. The black sector may fluctuate, with attention on the limit - production intensity near the military parade. The energy sector may see oil prices fluctuate weakly, and the chemical sector has different trends for different products [2]. - The agricultural sector has different trends for different products. The oil and fat sector may fluctuate strongly, while the rapeseed sector may face pressure [3]. Summary by Relevant Catalogs Market Performance - The commodity market rose slightly by 0.52% last week, with agricultural products leading the rise at 1.25%. Non - ferrous and energy - chemical sectors rose by 0.99% and 0.59% respectively, while precious metals and black sectors fell by 1.23% and 0.27% respectively [1][5]. - The top - gainers were palm oil (5.11%), soda ash (4.73%), and cotton (2.32%), and the top - losers were fuel oil (2.71%), methanol (2.55%), and eggs (2.3%) [1]. - The 20 - day average volatility of the commodity market decreased slightly, with the agricultural and black sectors showing an upward trend in volatility. The overall market scale decreased slightly, and the out - flowing funds were mainly concentrated in the precious metals sector [1]. Sector Outlook - **Precious Metals**: The sector declined significantly last week. With the cooling of risk - aversion sentiment, it may adjust with fluctuations in the short - term [1]. - **Non - ferrous Metals**: Sino - US economic data is weak, and the demand is at a low level during the off - season. The sector may face pressure in the short - term [2]. - **Black Metals**: The apparent demand for rebar continued to decline, and inventory accumulation accelerated. The sector may fluctuate in the short - term, with attention on the limit - production intensity near the military parade [2]. - **Energy**: The market's expectation of a loose supply - demand relationship is strengthened, and the oil price may fluctuate weakly in the short - term [2]. - **Chemical Industry**: The terminal demand for polyester products is expected to rebound, and the valuation of PX is improving. The glass price is supported by cost, while soda ash may face pressure [2]. - **Agricultural Products**: The USDA August report is positive for US soybeans. The oil and fat sector may fluctuate strongly in the short - term, while the rapeseed sector may face pressure [3]. Commodity Fund Overview - Gold ETFs had an overall decline of 1.28%, and the total commodity ETFs had a decline of 0.51%. Different commodity ETFs had different performance in terms of net value, yield, scale, share change, and trading volume [38].

Report Industry Investment Ratings No relevant content provided. Core Viewpoints of the Report - The overall market shows a complex situation with various commodities and financial products presenting different trends. Commodities are affected by factors such as supply - demand relationships, geopolitical situations, and policy expectations. Financial products are influenced by macro - economic data and policy orientations. - Investors should adopt different strategies according to the characteristics of different products, including holding options, going long or short, and paying attention to price resistance levels and inventory changes. Summary by Related Catalogs Energy and Commodities - **Crude Oil**: Last week, international oil prices fluctuated. The SC09 contract was relatively weak, falling 0.71% due to position - shifting. After the US - Russia presidential meeting, the risk of Russian oil sanctions weakened, and oil prices further declined. Continue to hold the long - straddle strategy of out - of - the - money crude oil options [2]. - **Precious Metals**: The US retail sales monthly rate announced on Friday was in line with expectations, and precious metals had limited fluctuations. After the positive signals from the US - Russia meeting over the weekend, the adjustment of precious metals may continue [3]. - **Base Metals** - **Copper**: Copper prices fluctuated narrowly last Friday. The market expects a high probability of a September interest rate cut. The 2508 contract entered delivery with a spot premium. It is advisable to hold short positions at high levels [4]. - **Aluminum**: Shanghai aluminum declined slightly on Friday. The downstream start - up is stable, and the inventory reduction is slowing down. The short - term trend is mainly oscillatory, with resistance at 21,000 yuan [5]. - **Zinc**: Low inventory supports the LME zinc price. The SHFE zinc has priced in the weak reality and expectations. The short - term directional signal is weak, and the medium - term strategy is to short on rebounds [8]. - **Lead**: The SMM aluminum social inventory increased. The lead price has limited downward space. It is advisable to hold long positions based on 16,600 yuan/ton and pay attention to the end - of - life call option opportunities [9]. - **Nickel and Stainless Steel**: Shanghai nickel rebounded. The market is expected to return to fundamentals. Pay attention to inventory changes [10]. - **Tin**: Both domestic and international tin prices rebounded last Friday. Hold short - term long positions based on the MA60 moving average [11]. - **Non - Ferrous Metal Products** - **Cast Aluminum Alloy**: It fluctuates with Shanghai aluminum. The spot - to - AL cross - variety spread may gradually narrow [6]. - **Alumina**: The operating capacity is at a historical high, and there is adjustment pressure on the alumina futures [7]. - **Energy - Related Products** - **Fuel Oil & Low - Sulfur Fuel Oil**: The Asian fuel oil market has sufficient arrivals, and both LU and FU are under pressure [22]. - **Asphalt**: The asphalt futures fluctuated narrowly. The 8 - month production plan decreased, and the cost - side weakness puts pressure on BU [23]. - **Liquefied Petroleum Gas**: Overseas exports are loose, and the price is stabilizing. The futures are in a low - level oscillation [24]. - **Chemical Products** - **Urea**: The agricultural demand is in the off - season, and the supply - demand is loose. The market may oscillate within a range [25]. - **Methanol**: The import volume is high, and the port inventory is increasing. The downstream "Golden September and Silver October" demand is approaching [26]. - **Pure Benzene**: The price is falling, and the fundamentals are improving. It is recommended to operate on the monthly spread [27]. - **Benzene Ethylene**: The futures are in a consolidation pattern. The supply increases, and the demand lacks upward drive [28]. - **Polypropylene, Plastic & Propylene**: Propylene sales are weak, polyethylene production enterprises are inclined to raise prices, and polypropylene is under supply pressure [29]. - **PVC & Caustic Soda**: PVC is in a weak operation, and caustic soda is strong in the short - term but may face supply pressure in the long - term [30]. - **PX & PTA**: The prices rebounded and then declined. Pay attention to the oil price direction and demand recovery [31]. - **Ethylene Glycol**: The price is oscillating at 4400 yuan/ton. The short - term trend is low - level oscillation [32]. - **Short - Fiber & Bottle Chip**: Short - fiber may be considered for long - position allocation in the medium - term, and bottle - chip has long - term over - capacity pressure [33]. - **Glass**: The industry may accumulate inventory. Consider a low - long strategy near the cost [34]. - **20 - Number Rubber, Natural Rubber & Butadiene Rubber**: The supply of natural rubber is increasing, and the inventory is decreasing. Adopt a wait - and - see strategy for RU and a bullish strategy for NR and BR [35]. - **Soda Ash**: The supply is increasing, and the short - term news is disturbing. The long - term supply pressure exists [36]. Agricultural Products - **Soybeans and Related Products** - **Soybeans & Bean Meal**: The USDA August report is bullish for US soybeans. Domestic soybean imports are expected, and bean meal is cautiously bullish [37]. - **Soybean Oil & Palm Oil**: Pay attention to the crop inspection results of US soybeans and policy changes in Indonesia. Increase the expected price fluctuation range [38]. - **Rapeseed & Rapeseed Oil**: The Canadian rapeseed weather impact is small. The mid - term strategy is to be bullish, and the short - term trend is expected to be stable and oscillatory [39]. - **Domestic Soybeans**: The recent auctions may drag down the price. Pay attention to the price difference with imported soybeans [40]. - **Other Agricultural Products** - **Corn**: The US corn price is falling, and the domestic corn may continue to be weak at the bottom [41]. - **Pigs**: The supply is expected to increase in the second half of the year. The spot price may decline, and the futures can be hedged at high prices [42]. - **Eggs**: The spot price is rising seasonally. The futures still face over - capacity pressure [43]. - **Cotton**: US cotton and Zhengzhou cotton are both oscillating strongly. Consider a low - buying strategy [44]. - **Sugar**: US sugar is under pressure, and the domestic sugar price may oscillate [45]. - **Apples**: The market focuses on the new - season output estimate. Adopt a wait - and - see strategy [46]. - **Timber**: The supply - demand situation is improving. Pay attention to whether the futures price can stop falling and stabilize [47]. - **Pulp**: The pulp is oscillating strongly. Consider a low - buying strategy [48]. Financial Products - **Stock Index**: Most broad - based indexes rose, and the policy focus is shifting to the structure. Increase the allocation of technology - growth sectors and pay attention to consumption and cyclical sectors [49]. - **Treasury Bonds**: Treasury futures mostly fell. The yield curve may steepen in the future [50].

1. Report Industry Investment Ratings - Not provided in the content 2. Core Views of the Report - The US economic data shows resilience, but inflation expectations are rising, and the future inflation pressure still faces upward risks. The short - term gold price is in a weak shock, and the US dollar index is in a high - level shock. The Chinese stock market may continue to rise in the short - term, but there are risks of high - level fluctuations. The prices of various commodities have different trends, with some expected to be in a shock pattern, some to rise, and some to fall [14][18][21] 3. Summaries According to Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Financial News and Comments 3.1.1 Macro Strategy (Gold) - The initial value of the University of Michigan consumer confidence index in the US in August was 58.6, lower than expected. The 1 - year and 5 - year inflation expectations increased. The retail sales in July rebounded as expected, and the previous value was revised upward. The short - term gold price is in a weak shock, and investors should pay attention to the callback risk [13][14][15] 3.1.2 Macro Strategy (Foreign Exchange Futures (US Dollar Index)) - Trump and Putin met, and EU and NATO leaders will go to Washington. The US - Russia talks did not reach an agreement. The US may put pressure on Ukraine for "territory for peace". The US dollar index is expected to be in a high - level shock [16][18][19] 3.1.3 Macro Strategy (Stock Index Futures) - China's economic data in July declined. The stock market's upward trend deviated from the economic fundamentals slightly. It may continue to rise in the short - term, but there are risks of high - level fluctuations. It is recommended to allocate assets evenly [20][21][22] 3.1.4 Macro Strategy (US Stock Index Futures) - US consumer confidence declined, inflation expectations rose, and the economy showed a slight stagflation trend. The Fed's future interest - rate cut rhythm is uncertain. The market risk preference is supported, but the risk of inflation rebound may increase market volatility [24][25][26] 3.1.5 Macro Strategy (Treasury Bond Futures) - China's economic data in July declined comprehensively. The demand is weak, and the bond market environment is not optimistic. If the stock market rises rapidly, the interest - rate center may rise. It is recommended to pay attention to short - hedging strategies [27][28][29] 3.2 Commodity News and Comments 3.2.1 Black Metal (Steam Coal) - The price of steam coal in Beigang was stable on August 15. The coal price is expected to enter the seasonal off - season, and attention should be paid to the downward space and its impact on market sentiment [30][31][32] 3.2.2 Black Metal (Iron Ore) - The production of India's NMDC in the first quarter of fiscal year 2026 increased significantly. The iron ore price is expected to be in a shock pattern in the short - term, and the iron water may decline slightly [33][34][36] 3.2.3 Agricultural Products (Soybean Oil/Rapeseed Oil/Palm Oil) - Indonesia confiscated 3.1 million hectares of illegal palm oil plantations, and the export of Malaysian palm oil from August 1 - 15 increased by 16.5%. The palm oil price is expected to continue to rise, and it is recommended to go long. The international soybean oil price is affected by policies, and the domestic soybean oil price is expected to rise [37][38] 3.2.4 Agricultural Products (Soybean Meal) - NOPA members' soybean crushing volume in July reached a six - month high. The domestic soybean meal supply is abundant. Attention should be paid to Sino - US relations and US soybean production areas' weather [39][41] 3.2.5 Agricultural Products (Cotton) - India's cotton inventory and demand in the 2024/25 season increased. Brazil's cotton production was slightly adjusted down. The new - year US cotton export signing was okay, but the overall progress was slow. The short - term cotton price is expected to be in a low - level shock, and the Zhengzhou cotton price may be in a strong shock in the short - term but not optimistic in the fourth quarter [42][43][46] 3.2.6 Agricultural Products (Sugar) - Brazil's port sugar waiting to be shipped decreased. The sugar production in the central and southern regions decreased slightly, but the sugar - making ratio reached a new high. The international sugar price is expected to be in a weak shock in the short - term, and the Zhengzhou sugar price is expected to be in a shock pattern, with the 1 - month contract suitable for buying on dips [47][50][52] 3.2.7 Black Metal (Rebar/Hot - Rolled Coil) - South Korean steel mills applied for an anti - dumping investigation on Chinese steel products. China's steel production in July decreased year - on - year, and real estate investment declined. The steel price is expected to be in a weak shock, and attention should be paid to the actual demand [53][54][57] 3.2.8 Agricultural Products (Corn Starch) - The cassava starch inventory is high and difficult to reduce. The starch supply - demand is weak. The CS09 - C09 spread is affected by different factors at different times [58][59] 3.2.9 Agricultural Products (Corn) - The成交 rate of imported corn auctions increased slightly. The corn inventory is not loose. The 11 and 01 contracts may have a downward space, and attention can be paid to the 11 - 3 reverse spread [60] 3.2.10 Non - Ferrous Metals (Alumina) - Two batches of alumina in Western Australia were traded. The alumina industry profit is good, and the supply is slowly increasing, with the futures price under pressure. It is recommended to wait and see [61][62] 3.2.11 Non - Ferrous Metals (Nickel) - The Shanghai nickel futures inventory increased. The macro - environment has uncertainties, and the nickel market supply and demand have different characteristics. Different strategies can be considered for different time horizons [63][64][65] 3.2.12 Non - Ferrous Metals (Copper) - Antofagasta expects its medium - term copper production to increase by more than 30%. The LME promotes market structure reform. The macro - factors support the copper price in stages, but there are risks of repetition. It is recommended to wait and see and pay attention to the internal - external reverse spread [66][67][68] 3.2.13 Non - Ferrous Metals (Lithium Carbonate) - Sigma Lithium's lithium production increased in the second quarter, and the cost decreased. The lithium carbonate price is expected to be strong in the short - term, and it is recommended to hold long positions and pay attention to buying on dips [69][70] 3.2.14 Non - Ferrous Metals (Polysilicon) - There are rumors of a shortage and price increase of photovoltaic components. The polysilicon inventory increased, and the production is expected to rise. The short - term price is expected to be in a shock pattern, and different strategies can be considered for long and short positions [71][73][74] 3.2.15 Non - Ferrous Metals (Industrial Silicon) - The production of industrial silicon in Xinjiang increased slightly. The overall supply and demand are in a state of de - stocking, but there are uncertainties. It is recommended to go long on dips [75][76] 3.2.16 Non - Ferrous Metals (Lead) - The LME lead spread is at a discount. The lead supply and demand are both weak, and it is recommended to wait and see [77][78] 3.2.17 Non - Ferrous Metals (Zinc) - The LME zinc spread is at a discount. The external market has structural risks, and the domestic market is in a state of inventory accumulation. Different strategies can be considered for different trading angles [79] 3.2.18 Energy Chemicals (Carbon Emissions) - The EU carbon price decreased slightly. The carbon price is expected to be in a narrow - range shock in the short - term [80][81] 3.2.19 Energy Chemicals (Crude Oil) - The number of US oil rigs increased. Trump said not to impose tariffs on China's purchase of Russian oil for the time being. The short - term oil price is expected to be in a range - bound shock [82][83][84] 3.2.20 Energy Chemicals (Caustic Soda) - The price of caustic soda in Shandong increased locally. The caustic soda market is expected to be in a shock pattern [85][86] 3.2.21 Energy Chemicals (Pulp) - The import pulp market is mostly stable, and the short - term pulp price is expected to be in a shock pattern [87][88] 3.2.22 Energy Chemicals (PVC) - The domestic PVC powder market is in a weak adjustment. The PVC price is expected to be in a shock pattern [89] 3.2.23 Energy Chemicals (PX) - The PX market is in a light trading atmosphere. The PX price is expected to be in a shock adjustment in the short - term [90][91][92] 3.2.24 Energy Chemicals (PTA) - The PTA spot basis is stable. The PTA price is expected to be in a shock adjustment in the short - term, and attention should be paid to the demand change from the off - season to the peak season [92][93][94] 3.2.25 Energy Chemicals (Bottle Chips) - The bottle chip factory's export price is stable with a slight increase. The bottle chip price follows the polyester raw materials' price, and the industry's production reduction effect is gradually emerging [95][96][98] 3.2.26 Energy Chemicals (Soda Ash) - The soda ash market in South China is weak and stable. The soda ash price is expected to have large fluctuations, and investors should manage their positions well [99] 3.2.27 Energy Chemicals (Float Glass) - The float glass price in Hubei decreased. The glass price is expected to be in a shock pattern, and it is recommended to focus on arbitrage operations [100] 3.2.28 Shipping Index (Container Freight Rate) - The US container imports in July increased sharply. The container freight rate is expected to continue to decline, and the previous 10 - month short positions can be held,，and attention should be paid to the National Day empty - flight situation [101][103][104]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - In the past week, the trading volume of commodity options increased slightly, mainly due to the increment brought by the rising volatility of the agricultural products sector. Meanwhile, the trading volume of the non - ferrous and new energy sectors decreased along with the decline of implied volatility. The implied volatility of non - ferrous sector options is at a relatively low level recently, and buying options for price reversal trading can be considered [5]. - The options of contracts such as soybean meal, corn, starch, iron ore, liquefied gas, polypropylene, PVC, plastic, palm oil, soybean No.1, soybean No.2, soybean oil, styrene, ethylene glycol, eggs, live pigs, and log 509 are about to expire. Attention should be paid to the end - of - month risks when changing contracts [5]. 3. Summary According to the Table of Contents 3.1 Market Overview - The trading volume of commodity options increased slightly last week, mainly due to the increment from the agricultural products sector. The trading volume of non - ferrous and new energy sectors decreased, and their implied volatility also declined. The implied volatility of non - ferrous sector options is at a recent low [5]. - The options of certain contracts are about to expire, and attention should be paid to the end - of - month risks [5]. 3.2 Market Data 3.2.1 Market Overview - The trading volume of the overall market this week was 8,808,344.8, with a week - on - week increase of 0.17%. The open interest was 8,996,228, with a week - on - week decrease of 0.27%. Among them, the trading volume of the agricultural products sector increased by 2.45%, that of the energy and chemical sector increased by 0.17%, that of the black sector increased by 0.4%, and that of the precious metals sector increased by 1.26%. The trading volume of the non - ferrous and new energy sectors decreased by 1.82%. The open interest of the agricultural products sector decreased by 0.1%, that of the energy and chemical sector decreased by 0.55%, that of the black sector decreased by 0.19%, and that of the non - ferrous and new energy sectors increased by 0.41% [6]. 3.2.2 - 3.2.55 Various Option Market Data - For each type of option (such as corn, soybean meal, etc.), detailed data on trading volume, open interest, volume PCR, open interest PCR, at - the - money volatility, HV - 10 days, HV - 20 days, and Skew are provided, including data for this week, last week, and their changes [12 - 44]. 3.3 Chart Analysis No relevant content provided.

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Views of the Report - Steel: The steel market is expected to undergo weak consolidation. The rebar futures price decreased, with the 2510 contract closing at 3189 yuan/ton, down 33 yuan/ton or 1.02% from the previous trading day. Spot prices also fell, and trading volume declined. Supply - demand data was weak, with a slight drop in rebar production, a significant increase in inventory, and a decline in apparent demand. Weak RMB loans in July affected market sentiment [1]. - Iron Ore: The iron ore market is expected to fluctuate. The main contract i2601 price dropped to 775 yuan/ton, down 2.94% from the previous settlement price. Global iron ore shipments decreased, iron - making production declined, and port and steel mill inventories increased [1]. - Coking Coal: The coking coal market is expected to have wide - range fluctuations. The 2601 contract closed at 1214 yuan/ton, down 31 yuan/ton or 2.49%. The resumption of coal mine production was slow, downstream procurement slowed, and demand from coke - steel enterprises was average [1]. - Coke: The coke market is expected to have wide - range fluctuations. The 2601 contract closed at 1707 yuan/ton, down 30 yuan/ton or 1.73%. The sixth round of price increases was fully implemented, coke enterprises' production was normal, and steel mills' demand for replenishment was relatively active [1]. - Manganese Silicon: The manganese silicon market may experience a slight correction. The main contract price was 6050 yuan/ton, down 1.08%. Supply was increasing, and demand was waiting for the main steel mill's tender price. The fundamental driving force was limited [1][3]. - Ferrosilicon: The ferrosilicon market may experience a correction. The 09 contract price was 5744 yuan/ton, down 2.15%. Supply was increasing, and demand was affected by downstream production control. The fundamental driving force was limited [3]. 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Research Views - **Steel**: Yesterday, the rebar futures price continued to fall. The 2510 contract closed at 3189 yuan/ton, down 33 yuan/ton or 1.02%, with a decrease of 16,000 lots in positions. Spot prices dropped, and trading volume declined. National rebar production decreased by 0.73 tons week - on - week to 220.45 million tons, social inventory increased by 26.45 million tons to 414.93 million tons, and factory inventory increased by 4.06 million tons to 172.26 million tons. Apparent demand decreased by 20.85 million tons to 189.94 million tons. In July, RMB loans were weak, affecting market sentiment [1]. - **Iron Ore**: The main contract i2601 price fell to 775 yuan/ton, down 2.94%. Port spot prices also dropped. Australian shipments decreased, Brazilian shipments increased, and global shipments decreased. Iron - making production decreased by 0.34 million tons to 240.66 million tons, and the blast furnace operating rate decreased by 0.16%. Port and steel mill inventories increased [1]. - **Coking Coal**: The 2601 contract closed at 1214 yuan/ton, down 31 yuan/ton or 2.49%, with a decrease of 24,908 lots in positions. The price of some coking coal in the spot market was adjusted. Coal mine resumption was slow, downstream procurement slowed, and demand from coke - steel enterprises was average [1]. - **Coke**: The 2601 contract closed at 1707 yuan/ton, down 30 yuan/ton or 1.73%, with a decrease of 1034 lots in positions. The sixth round of price increases was fully implemented. Coke enterprises' production was normal, and steel mills' demand for replenishment was relatively active [1]. - **Manganese Silicon**: The main contract price was 6050 yuan/ton, down 1.08%, with a decrease of 21,026 lots in positions. The market price in each region was 5800 - 6050 yuan/ton. Supply was increasing, and demand was waiting for the main steel mill's tender price. The fundamental driving force was limited [1][3]. - **Ferrosilicon**: The 09 contract price was 5744 yuan/ton, down 2.15%, with a decrease of 16,432 lots in positions. The market price in each region was about 5450 - 5500 yuan/ton. Supply was increasing, and demand was affected by downstream production control. The fundamental driving force was limited [3]. 3.2 Daily Data Monitoring - **Contract Spread**: The contract spreads of various varieties showed different changes. For example, the 10 - 1 spread of rebar was - 78.0, down 4.0; the 1 - 5 spread of iron ore was 22.0, up 1.0 [4]. - **Basis**: The basis of each variety also changed. For example, the 09 - contract basis of iron ore was 27.1, up 0.2; the 01 - contract basis of coke was - 85.0, up 8.3 [4]. - **Spot Price**: Spot prices of different varieties decreased. For example, the Shanghai rebar price was 3320.0, down 40.0; the PB powder price was 771.0, down 13.0 [4]. - **Profit and Spread**: The profit and spread of different varieties showed different trends. For example, the rebar futures profit was 13.8, up 15.0; the spread between hot - rolled coil and rebar was 243.0, up 14.0 [4]. 3.3 Chart Analysis - **Main Contract Price**: Charts showed the closing prices of main contracts of various varieties from 2020 to 2025, including rebar, hot - rolled coil, iron ore, etc [5][7][9]. - **Main Contract Basis**: Charts showed the basis of main contracts of various varieties over different time periods, such as rebar, hot - rolled coil, iron ore, etc [18][19][20]. - **Inter - period Contract Spread**: Charts showed the spreads of inter - period contracts of various varieties over different time periods, such as rebar, hot - rolled coil, iron ore, etc [26][28][30]. - **Inter - variety Contract Spread**: Charts showed the spreads of inter - variety contracts of various varieties from 2020 to 2025, including the spread between hot - rolled coil and rebar, the ratio of rebar to iron ore, etc [41][42][44]. - **Rebar Profit**: Charts showed the profit of rebar main contracts from 2020 to 2025, including futures profit, long - process profit, and short - process profit [45][47][51]. 3.4 Black Research Team Members Introduction - Qiu Yuecheng: Current assistant director of Everbright Futures Research Institute and director of black research, with nearly 20 years of experience in the steel industry. He has multiple honors and relevant qualification numbers [53]. - Zhang Xiaojin: Current director of resource product research at Everbright Futures Research Institute, with multiple honors and relevant qualification numbers [53]. - Liu Xi: Current black researcher at Everbright Futures Research Institute, good at fundamental supply - demand analysis based on industrial chain data, with relevant qualification numbers [53]. - Zhang Chunjie: Current black researcher at Everbright Futures Research Institute, with experience in investment and trade, and passed the CFA Level 2 exam, with relevant qualification numbers [54].

1. Report Industry Investment Ratings The report does not provide specific industry investment ratings. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - The US July PPI significantly exceeded expectations, increasing inflation pressure, which affected the Fed's interest - rate cut expectations and various asset prices [13][16]. - In the commodity market, different commodities showed different trends due to supply - demand relationships and external factors. For example, steel prices were under pressure due to inventory accumulation, and some agricultural products' prices were affected by production forecasts and export data [28][23]. 3. Summaries by Directory 3.1 Financial News and Reviews 3.1.1 Macro Strategy (Gold) - The US July PPI rose 3.3% year - on - year, causing the gold price to decline. The service cost increase was the main inflation driver, and the CPI still had upward potential. The market's expectation of a 50bp interest - rate cut in September decreased, and the short - term gold price was in a weak oscillation [13]. - Investment advice: Pay attention to the callback risk as the short - term gold price is in a range - bound state [13]. 3.1.2 Macro Strategy (Foreign Exchange Futures - US Dollar Index) - The US July PPI significantly exceeded market expectations, strengthening inflation pressure and causing the US dollar index to rise. The market's interest - rate cut expectation declined, and the short - term risk appetite was moderately positive [16]. - Investment advice: The US dollar index is expected to rise in the short term [16]. 3.1.3 Macro Strategy (Treasury Bond Futures) - The central bank conducted 128.7 billion yuan of 7 - day reverse repurchase operations, with a net withdrawal of 3.2 billion yuan. The bond market was worried about the subsequent strength of the stock market. The stock market had a need for adjustment, and the bond market was difficult to have a trend - like market. - Investment advice: Allocation investors can gradually buy when the 10Y and 30Y interest rates are close to 1.75% and 2.0% respectively, while trading investors should be cautious in betting on rebounds [17]. 3.1.4 Macro Strategy (US Stock Index Futures) - The unexpected PPI and under - expected CPI indicated that US enterprises might bear more tariff costs, and core inflation was sticky. The market's interest - rate cut expectation cooled, but the probability of a September interest - rate cut was still high at 92%. - Investment advice: The risk of inflation rebound during the tariff transmission process may increase market volatility [19][20]. 3.2 Commodity News and Reviews 3.2.1 Agricultural Products (Soybean Meal) - CONAB and Abiove both raised Brazil's 24/25 soybean production forecasts. US soybean exports were better than expected, but China's procurement of US soybeans remained stagnant. - Investment advice: The futures price may be volatile and strong before China resumes purchasing US soybeans. Pay attention to the development of Sino - US relations [23]. 3.2.2 Agricultural Products (Soybean Oil/Rapeseed Oil/Palm Oil) - India's palm oil imports decreased in July. The vegetable oil market had a slight correction. - Investment advice: For the current vegetable oil market, it is recommended to buy on dips [25]. 3.2.3 Black Metals (Rebar/Hot - Rolled Coil) - Japan launched an anti - dumping investigation on hot - dipped galvanized steel strips and sheets from China and South Korea. Steel prices oscillated weakly, and inventory accumulation accelerated. - Investment advice: The short - term market oscillates, and be vigilant against market fluctuations and callback risks [28][29]. 3.2.4 Agricultural Products (Corn Starch) - The consumption of corn by starch sugar products decreased, while the consumption of corn starch increased. The terminal demand was still weak, and the开机 rate was expected to be weak. - Investment advice: The 11 and 01 contracts' short positions can be held, and pay attention to the 11 - 3 reverse spread opportunity [32][41]. 3.2.5 Agricultural Products (Hogs) - The pig - breeding industry was in the stage of policy implementation. The short - term pig price was under pressure, and the long - term price was expected to rise. - Investment advice: Continuously pay attention to the opportunity of reverse spread [33][34]. 3.2.6 Agricultural Products (Sugar) - India planned to convert 4 - 5 million tons of sugar into ethanol in the 2025/26 season. Brazilian sugar exports improved, but the international sugar market was under pressure. - Investment advice: The Zhengzhou sugar futures price is expected to oscillate in the short term [38][39]. 3.2.7 Agricultural Products (Corn) - The inventory in the northern ports decreased. The deep - processing consumption decreased slightly, and the inventory decreased slightly. - Investment advice: Hold the short positions of the 11 and 01 contracts and pay attention to the 11 - 3 reverse spread opportunity [40][41]. 3.2.8 Non - ferrous Metals (Alumina) - A large - scale alumina enterprise in Henan increased its daily output. The supply - demand surplus continued, and the futures price was under pressure. - Investment advice: It is recommended to wait and see [43]. 3.2.9 Non - ferrous Metals (Copper) - Multiple events affected the copper market, including the restart of a Chilean smelter and the sudden supply of copper concentrate from an Indonesian smelter. The US PPI data affected the copper price. - Investment advice: In the short term, it is recommended to buy on dips unilaterally and pay attention to the internal - external reverse spread strategy [46][47]. 3.2.10 Non - ferrous Metals (Polysilicon) - A photovoltaic project started. The polysilicon market had problems such as inventory accumulation and slow improvement in fundamentals. - Investment advice: The price may oscillate between 45,000 - 57,000 yuan/ton in the short term. Consider short - term callback opportunities and long - term long positions when the price drops below 47,000 yuan/ton [48][49]. 3.2.11 Non - ferrous Metals (Industrial Silicon) - An industrial silicon project was recognized. The supply and demand of industrial silicon were expected to be in a state of de - stocking in August. - Investment advice: In the short term, it is recommended to buy on dips, with the risk being the resumption of production by large factories [52][53]. 3.2.12 Non - ferrous Metals (Nickel) - The LME nickel inventory increased slightly. The raw material price started to weaken, and the nickel price was expected to oscillate. - Investment advice: Pay attention to short - term band opportunities and medium - term short - selling opportunities on rallies [54][56]. 3.2.13 Non - ferrous Metals (Lead) - The LME lead spread was at a discount, and the social inventory increased. The demand in the peak season had not been realized. - Investment advice: Take profit on the previous long positions and pay attention to the internal - external positive spread opportunity [57][58]. 3.2.14 Non - ferrous Metals (Zinc) - The domestic zinc inventory increased significantly, and the zinc concentrate production of 29Metals decreased. The zinc price was affected by inventory and macro factors. - Investment advice: Manage positions unilaterally, pay attention to medium - term positive spread opportunities, and wait and see for internal - external operations [62]. 3.2.15 Non - ferrous Metals (Lithium Carbonate) - A lithium mine of CATL planned to stop production, which affected the supply of lithium carbonate. - Investment advice: The short - term price is expected to be strong. Pay attention to the opportunity of buying on dips [63][64]. 3.2.16 Energy and Chemicals (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) - The weekly commodity volume of LPG in China decreased, and the port inventory decreased. - Investment advice: Pay attention to the long - term positive spread operation opportunity [65][68]. 3.2.17 Energy and Chemicals (Carbon Emissions) - The CEA price oscillated slightly. The supply - demand structure was balanced and loose, and the price was expected to oscillate in the short term. - Investment advice: The CEA price is expected to oscillate in the short term [69][70]. 3.2.18 Energy and Chemicals (Natural Gas) - The US natural gas inventory increased. The demand was weak, and the gas price was expected to be bearish. - Investment advice: It is recommended to wait and see [71][72]. 3.2.19 Energy and Chemicals (PX) - The PX price decline accelerated, affected by raw materials and supply - demand. - Investment advice: The price will oscillate and adjust in the short term [73][75]. 3.2.20 Energy and Chemicals (PTA) - The terminal weaving load increased slightly, and the PTA supply decreased due to low processing fees. - Investment advice: The price will oscillate and adjust in the short term [75][77]. 3.2.21 Energy and Chemicals (Bottle Chips) - The bottle - chip factory export quotes decreased, and the market was in a state of low - season demand. - Investment advice: The industry is in a state of production reduction, and the price follows the polyester raw materials [80]. 3.2.22 Energy and Chemicals (Caustic Soda) - The price of caustic soda in Shandong increased, and the supply was stable while the demand was positive. - Investment advice: The caustic soda futures price is expected to oscillate [81]. 3.2.23 Energy and Chemicals (Pulp) - The imported wood pulp market was stable, and the price oscillated slightly. - Investment advice: The pulp price is expected to oscillate in the short term [82][84]. 3.2.24 Energy and Chemicals (PVC) - The PVC price decreased, and the social inventory continued to accumulate. - Investment advice: The PVC price is expected to oscillate, supported by macro and coal - price factors [85]. 3.2.25 Energy and Chemicals (Styrene) - The styrene production increased this week, and the price was affected by pure - benzene and supply - demand. - Investment advice: The styrene price is expected to oscillate, and pay attention to the cost - side changes caused by oil - price fluctuations [86][87]. 3.2.26 Energy and Chemicals (Soda Ash) - The inventory of soda ash increased, and the market was weak. - Investment advice: Manage positions well as the market is volatile [88]. 3.2.27 Energy and Chemicals (Float Glass) - The glass price decreased, and the market was in a state of strong supply and weak demand. - Investment advice: Be cautious in unilateral operations and focus on the long - glass short - soda - ash spread strategy [89].