1. Report Industry Investment Rating - Not provided in the report 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - The prices of most black commodities are expected to run strongly or fluctuate strongly in the short term due to positive policy news, improved market sentiment, and changes in supply - demand fundamentals [1] 3. Summaries According to Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Research Views - **Steel**: The rebar futures price rose, with the 2510 contract closing at 3307 yuan/ton, up 83 yuan/ton or 2.57%. Spot prices also increased significantly, and the trading volume remained high. Policy news boosted market sentiment, and the coal price limit also had a positive impact. The short - term rebar futures is expected to run strongly [1] - **Iron Ore**: The main contract i2509 price rose to 823 yuan/ton, up 14 yuan/ton or 1.7%. Port spot prices were strong. The global iron ore shipment increased, and the iron water output was at a relatively high level, with port inventory decreasing. The ore price is expected to continue the trend of fluctuating strongly [1] - **Coking Coal**: The coking coal 2509 contract closed at 1048.5 yuan/ton, up 42.5 yuan/ton or 4.22%. Spot prices increased. On the supply side, over - capacity mines would be rectified. On the demand side, the steel price rebounded, and the demand for coking coal improved. The short - term coking coal futures is expected to run strongly [1] - **Coke**: The coke 2509 contract closed at 1697.5 yuan/ton, up 59.5 yuan/ton or 5.9%. Spot prices rose. The second round of price increase was implemented, and the cost of coking coal increased. The demand improved due to the rebound of steel prices. The short - term coke futures is expected to run strongly [1] - **Silicomanganese**: The silicomanganese futures price fluctuated strongly, with the main contract closing at 6012 yuan/ton, up 1.76%. Spot prices increased in some regions. The market sentiment was the main driving force, but the supply was increasing and the demand was decreasing. The cost support was enhanced. It is expected to fluctuate strongly in the short term [1] - **Ferrosilicon**: The ferrosilicon futures price fluctuated strongly, with the main contract closing at 5874 yuan/ton, up 3.74%. Spot prices increased in some regions. The market sentiment drove the price up, but the demand was at a low level. The cost was relatively stable. It is expected to fluctuate strongly in the short term [1] 3.2 Daily Data Monitoring - **Contract Spread**: The report shows the latest values and changes of contract spreads (such as 10 - 1 month, 1 - 5 month) for various black commodities including rebar, hot - rolled coil, iron ore, etc. [4] - **Basis**: It also presents the latest values and changes of basis for different contracts of various commodities [4] - **Spot Price**: The latest spot prices and their changes in different regions for each commodity are provided [4] - **Profit and Spread**: Information on profits (such as rebar disk profit, long - process profit, short - process profit) and cross - commodity spreads (such as coil - rebar spread, rebar - ore ratio, etc.) is given [4] 3.3 Chart Analysis - **Main Contract Price**: Charts show the closing prices of main contracts of rebar, hot - rolled coil, iron ore, etc. from 2020 to 2025 [5][7][9][11][14] - **Main Contract Basis**: Charts display the basis of main contracts of various commodities over different time periods [17][18][20][22] - **Inter - period Contract Spread**: Charts present the spreads of inter - period contracts (such as 10 - 01, 01 - 05) for different commodities [25][27][29][32][34][35][37] - **Cross - commodity Contract Spread**: Charts show cross - commodity spreads such as coil - rebar spread, rebar - ore ratio, etc. [40][42][44] - **Rebar Profit**: Charts illustrate the disk profit, long - process profit, and short - process profit of rebar from 2020 to 2025 [45][49] 3.4 Black Research Team Member Introduction - The report introduces the members of the black research team, including their positions, work experience, and relevant qualifications [51][52]

Report Industry Investment Rating - Not mentioned in the provided content Core Viewpoints of the Report - The overall market shows a complex and diverse situation. In the stock index futures market, the pro - cyclical theme continues to ferment, and the A - share market has increased in volume. In the bond market, it is in a weak and stable state, and the short - term is affected by the rebound of risk preference. The precious metals market is strong due to the weakening of the US dollar. The shipping futures market is expected to be weak. Most non - ferrous metals show different trends of rise and fall, and the black metal market is generally on the rise. The agricultural product market has different performances in different varieties [2][7][10][14] Summary by Relevant Catalogs Financial Derivatives - Financial Futures Stock Index Futures - **Market Situation**: On July 22, major A - share indices opened higher and closed higher. The Shanghai Composite Index rose 0.62% to 3581.86 points. The four major stock index futures contracts also rose, with IF2509 and IH2509 rising 1.12% and 0.90% respectively, and IC2509 and IM2509 rising 1.15% and 0.66% respectively [2][3] - **News**: Domestically, the State Administration of Foreign Exchange plans to cancel the registration of foreign direct investment in China for reinvestment. Overseas, EU leaders will visit China [3] - **Funding**: On July 22, the A - share trading volume increased to 1.89 trillion yuan, and the north - bound capital trading volume was 2414.97 billion yuan. The central bank conducted 2148 billion yuan of 7 - day reverse repurchase operations [4] - **Operation Suggestion**: As the major indices maintain an upward trend after breaking through the annual high, but approaching the performance reporting period, it is recommended to gradually take profits on the long positions of IM futures and replace them with a small amount of short positions in the MO put options with an exercise price of 6000 in the 08 contract [4] Treasury Bond Futures - **Market Performance**: Treasury bond futures closed down across the board on July 22. The 30 - year, 10 - year, 5 - year, and 2 - year main contracts fell 0.40%, 0.09%, 0.05%, and 0.01% respectively [5] - **News**: The A - share market rose, and most domestic commodity futures closed higher [6] - **Operation Suggestion**: The risk - on sentiment suppresses the bond market, but the current fundamentals are still in a weak and stable state, which is bullish for the bond market. In the short term, the bond market may be in a box - shock stage. It is recommended to wait and see in the short - term and pay attention to the Politburo meeting at the end of July [7] Financial Derivatives - Precious Metals - **Market Situation**: Affected by multiple factors such as US trade negotiations and the possible continuation of Fed Chairman Powell's tenure, the US dollar index continued to fall, and gold and silver prices were strong. International gold closed at $3431.38 per ounce, up 1.02%, and international silver closed at $39.285 per ounce, up 0.94% [9][10] - **Outlook**: Gold has a long - term upward trend, and the current market lacks a clear driver. Silver has a large change in physical demand, and the price center may move up. It is recommended to pay attention to the progress of US trade negotiations [10][11] Financial Derivatives - Container Shipping Futures - **Spot Price**: As of July 22, the spot prices of major shipping companies showed different levels [12] - **Index**: As of July 21, the SCFIS European line index fell 0.89% month - on - month, and the US West line index rose 2.78% [12] - **Fundamentals**: As of July 22, the global container shipping capacity increased by 8.1% year - on - year. The demand side showed different PMI data in the eurozone and the US [13] - **Logic**: The futures price fell on July 22. As the peak season is coming to an end, the spot price is expected to decline, and the sentiment of the main contract will be suppressed [14] - **Operation Suggestion**: It is expected that the near - month contract will be weakly volatile. It is recommended to short the 08 contract or short the 10 contract on rallies [14] Commodity Futures - Non - Ferrous Metals Copper - **Spot**: On July 22, the average price of SMM electrolytic copper was 79755 yuan/ton, up 200 yuan/ton from the previous day [15] - **Macro**: The domestic anti - involution policy boosts copper demand and may promote the clearance of smelting capacity [16] - **Supply**: The supply of copper concentrate is expected to be restricted, and the production of refined copper is expected to increase in July [17] - **Demand**: The demand for copper has certain resilience, and the power and new energy sectors support the demand [18] - **Inventory**: COMEX copper inventory increased, while domestic social inventory and LME inventory decreased [18] - **Logic**: The macro - sentiment is good, and the fundamentals show a stage of weak supply and demand. The copper price is expected to be volatile and strong [19] - **Operation Suggestion**: The main contract is expected to operate between 78500 - 81000 yuan/ton [19] Aluminum Oxide - **Spot**: On July 22, the average spot price of alumina in various regions increased by 25 - 50 yuan/ton [19] - **Supply**: In June 2025, the production of metallurgical - grade alumina increased year - on - year and month - on - month, and the operating capacity increased [20] - **Inventory**: The port inventory and registered warehouse receipts of alumina decreased [20] - **Logic**: Affected by the expected capacity elimination and the risk of short - squeeze, the price rose strongly in the short - term. In the medium - term, the market is slightly oversupplied [21] - **Operation Suggestion**: The main contract is expected to be strong above 3100 yuan/ton in the short - term, and it is recommended to short on rallies in the medium - term [22] Aluminum - **Spot**: On July 22, the average price of SMM A00 aluminum was 20940 yuan/ton, up 50 yuan/ton from the previous day [22] - **Supply**: In June 2025, the production of electrolytic aluminum decreased month - on - month, and the proportion of molten aluminum is expected to decline in July [22] - **Demand**: The downstream is in the off - season, and the start - up rate increased slightly last week [23] - **Inventory**: The domestic inventory decreased slightly, and the LME inventory increased [23] - **Logic**: The aluminum price rebounded slightly, but the off - season inventory accumulation expectation is still strong. The price is expected to be under pressure in the short - term [24] - **Operation Suggestion**: The main contract is expected to operate between 20200 - 21000 yuan/ton [24] Aluminum Alloy - **Spot**: On July 22, the average price of SMM aluminum alloy ADC12 was 20250 yuan/ton, up 50 yuan/ton from the previous day [24] - **Supply**: In July, the start - up rate of the recycled aluminum alloy industry is expected to decline slightly [25] - **Demand**: The demand is under pressure, and the trading activity has decreased [25] - **Inventory**: The social inventory has increased, and some areas are close to full storage [25] - **Logic**: The price of the aluminum alloy followed the aluminum price to rise slightly, but the terminal demand is weak. The price is expected to be weakly volatile [26][27] - **Operation Suggestion**: The main contract is expected to operate between 19600 - 20400 yuan/ton [27] Zinc - **Spot**: On July 22, the average price of SMM 0 zinc ingot was 22780 yuan/ton, down 40 yuan/ton from the previous day [27] - **Supply**: The supply of zinc ore is expected to be loose, and the production of refined zinc is expected to increase in July [28] - **Demand**: The start - up rates of the three primary processing industries are differentiated, and the overall demand is under pressure in the off - season [29] - **Inventory**: The domestic social inventory and LME inventory decreased [29] - **Logic**: The supply of zinc ore is expected to be loose, and the demand is under pressure in the off - season. The zinc price is expected to be volatile in the short - term [30] - **Operation Suggestion**: The main contract is expected to operate between 22000 - 23500 yuan/ton [30] Tin - **Spot**: On July 22, the price of SMM 1 tin was 266300 yuan/ton, down 900 yuan/ton from the previous day [30] - **Supply**: In May, the import of tin ore and tin ingots increased [31] - **Demand and Inventory**: The start - up rate of solder decreased in June, and the LME inventory decreased [32][33] - **Logic**: The supply is expected to be repaired, and the demand is expected to be weak. It is recommended to avoid short positions for the time being [33] - **Operation Suggestion**: Avoid short positions for the time being and short on rallies after the sentiment stabilizes [33] Nickel - **Spot**: On July 22, the average price of SMM1 electrolytic nickel was 123550 yuan/ton, up 700 yuan/ton from the previous day [33] - **Supply**: The production of refined nickel is expected to increase slightly in July [34] - **Demand**: The demand for electroplating and alloys is relatively stable, and the demand for stainless steel is weak [34] - **Inventory**: The overseas inventory remains high, and the domestic social inventory has increased [34] - **Logic**: The macro - sentiment is positive, but the supply is expected to be loose in the medium - term. The price is expected to be range - bound in the short - term [35] - **Operation Suggestion**: The main contract is expected to operate between 118000 - 126000 yuan/ton [36] Stainless Steel - **Spot**: On July 22, the price of Wuxi Hongwang 304 cold - rolled stainless steel was 12950 yuan/ton, up 50 yuan/ton from the previous day [37] - **Raw Materials**: The price of nickel ore has loosened, and the price of nickel iron has improved slightly [37] - **Supply**: The production of stainless steel is expected to decrease in July [38] - **Inventory**: The social inventory is decreasing slowly, and the warehouse receipts are decreasing [38] - **Logic**: The macro - expectation is positive, but the terminal demand is weak. The price is expected to be range - bound in the short - term [39] - **Operation Suggestion**: The main contract is expected to operate between 12600 - 13200 yuan/ton [40] Lithium Carbonate - **Spot**: On July 22, the average price of battery - grade lithium carbonate was 69100 yuan/ton, up 1100 yuan/ton from the previous day [40] - **Supply**: The production of lithium carbonate is expected to increase in July, and the supply is relatively sufficient [41] - **Demand**: The demand is relatively stable, and the seasonal performance is weakened [41] - **Inventory**: The inventory in all links is increasing [43] - **Logic**: The macro - sentiment supports the price, but the fundamental logic has not changed. The price is expected to be strong in the short - term [44] - **Operation Suggestion**: It is recommended to wait and see, and the main contract is expected to operate between 70000 - 75000 yuan/ton [45] Commodity Futures - Black Metals Steel - **Spot**: On July 22, the price of steel billets and steel products increased [45] - **Cost and Profit**: The cost has increased, but the steel price has also risen, and the profit of steel mills has increased [45] - **Supply**: The molten iron output has increased, and the production of steel mills is expected to increase [45] - **Demand**: The apparent demand for five major steel products has remained stable at a high level [46] - **Inventory**: The inventory of five major steel products has remained stable at a low level [46] - **Logic**: The anti - involution policy boosts the market sentiment, and the steel price is expected to continue to rise [47] - **Operation Suggestion**: It is recommended to avoid short positions and hold long positions [47] Iron Ore - **Spot**: On July 22, the price of mainstream iron ore powder increased [48] - **Futures**: The main 09 contract and the far - month 01 contract of iron ore rose [48] - **Basis**: The basis of different iron ore varieties showed different levels [48] - **Demand**: The molten iron output and blast furnace operating rate increased [48] - **Supply**: The global shipment volume decreased slightly, and the arrival volume increased [48] - **Inventory**: The port inventory increased slightly, and the steel mill inventory decreased [49] - **Logic**: The demand for iron ore is strong, and the supply is expected to be stable. The price is expected to be strongly volatile in the short - term [49] - **Operation Suggestion**: It is recommended to hold long positions and can participate in short - term long positions on dips [49] Coking Coal - **Futures and Spot**: On July 22, the coking coal futures limit - up, and the spot price increased [50] - **Supply**: The resumption of coal mines is slow, and the supply is still in short supply [51] - **Demand**: The coking and blast furnace operations are stable, and the demand for coking coal is relatively strong [51] - **Inventory**: The overall inventory of coking coal has decreased slightly [52] - **Logic**: The supply of coking coal is expected to be tightened, and the price is expected to continue to rise [52] - **Operation Suggestion**: It is recommended to hold long positions and can participate in short - term long positions on dips [52] Coke - **Futures and Spot**: On July 22, the coke futures limit - up, and the second - round price increase of spot coke was implemented [53] - **Profit**: The average profit per ton of coke is negative [53] - **Supply**: The production of coke is difficult to increase due to the slow resumption of coal mines and corporate losses [53] - **Demand**: The demand for coke has increased due to the increase in molten iron output [54] - **Inventory**: The inventory of coking plants and ports has decreased, and the inventory of steel mills has increased [55] - **Logic**: The price of coke is expected to continue to rise due to the increase in demand and the decrease in inventory [55] - **Operation Suggestion**: It is recommended to hold long positions and can participate in hedging operations [55] Commodity Futures - Agricultural Products Meal - **Spot Market**: On July 22, the price of domestic soybean meal was stable or increased slightly, and the trading volume decreased [56] - **Fundamentals**: The excellent rate of US soybeans has decreased, and the export inspection volume has increased [56][57] - **Market Outlook**: The US soybeans are expected to be supported at the bottom, and the domestic soybean meal is recommended to be cautiously bullish [57][58] Live Pigs - **Spot Situation**: On July 22, the spot price of live pigs fluctuated slightly [59] - **Market Data**: The profit of live pig breeding has decreased, and the utilization rate of secondary - fattening pens has decreased [60] - **Market Outlook**: The spot price of live pigs fluctuates, and the upward drive of the futures price is limited. It is recommended to be cautious when chasing the rise [60][61] Corn - **Spot Price**: On July 22, the price of corn in Northeast China and North China was stable or increased slightly [62] - **Fundamentals**: The inventory of corn in Guangzhou Port has increased [62] - **Market Outlook**: The market sentiment is stable, and the corn price is expected to rebound and fluctuate [62]

Report Overview - Date: July 23, 2025 - Publisher: Guotai Junan Futures - Content: Morning report on the black series of commodities, including iron ore, rebar, hot-rolled coil, ferrosilicon, silicomanganese, coke, coking coal, thermal coal, and logs 1. Report Industry Investment Ratings - Not provided in the report 2. Core Views - Iron ore: Supported by macro expectations, showing a strong and volatile trend [2][4] - Rebar and hot-rolled coil: Driven by macro sentiment, showing a strong and volatile trend [2][7] - Ferrosilicon and silicomanganese: Boosted by the macro market, showing a strong and volatile trend [2][11] - Coke: The second round of price increases has been implemented, showing a strong and volatile trend [2][15] - Coking coal: The expected supply policy constraints have been strengthened, showing a strong and volatile trend [2][15] - Thermal coal: Daily consumption has recovered, showing a stable and volatile trend [2][20] - Logs: Showing a fluctuating and repeated trend [2][23] 3. Summary by Commodity Iron Ore - **Fundamental data**: The futures price closed at 823 yuan/ton, up 14 yuan or 1.73% from the previous day. The trading volume decreased by 43,544 lots. Spot prices generally increased, with the largest increase of 14 yuan/ton for Jumbuck (61%) [4] - **Macro and industry news**: The construction ceremony of the hydropower project in the lower reaches of the Yarlung Zangbo River was held on July 19, with a total investment of about 1.2 trillion yuan [4] - **Trend strength**: 0 [4] Rebar and Hot-Rolled Coil - **Fundamental data**: The RB2510 contract of rebar closed at 3,307 yuan/ton, up 100 yuan or 3.12%. The HC2510 contract of hot-rolled coil closed at 3,477 yuan/ton, up 96 yuan or 2.84%. Spot prices generally increased, with the largest increase of 80 yuan/ton for hot-rolled coil in Tianjin [7] - **Macro and industry news**: In June, the total electricity consumption of the whole society was 867 billion kWh, a year-on-year increase of 5.4%. The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology will implement a new round of work plans for stabilizing growth in ten key industries, including steel [7][9] - **Trend strength**: 1 for both rebar and hot-rolled coil [9] Ferrosilicon and Silicomanganese - **Fundamental data**: The futures prices of ferrosilicon and silicomanganese increased. The spot price of silicomanganese in Inner Mongolia increased by 20 yuan/ton, and the price of manganese ore increased by 0.3 yuan/ton degree [11] - **Macro and industry news**: On July 22, the prices of 72 and 75 ferrosilicon in some regions increased. A steel mill in Shandong finalized the purchase prices of ferrosilicon and silicomanganese [12] - **Trend strength**: 1 for both ferrosilicon and silicomanganese [13] Coke and Coking Coal - **Fundamental data**: The futures prices of coke and coking coal increased significantly. The spot price of coke in Rizhao Port increased by 100 yuan/ton, and the prices of some coking coal varieties also increased [15] - **Trend strength**: 1 for both coke and coking coal [17] Thermal Coal - **Fundamental data**: The ZC2507 contract of thermal coal had no trading volume. The prices of southern port and domestic origin coal are provided. The long and short positions of the top 20 members in the Zhengzhou Commodity Exchange did not change [20][21] - **Trend strength**: 0 [22] Logs - **Fundamental data**: The prices of log futures contracts showed fluctuations. The spot prices of most log varieties remained stable, with a slight decrease in the prices of some wood squares [24] - **Macro and industry news**: The construction ceremony of the hydropower project in the lower reaches of the Yarlung Zangbo River was held on July 19, with a total investment of about 1.2 trillion yuan [26] - **Trend strength**: 0 [26]

Report Industry Investment Ratings No relevant content provided. Core Views of the Report - Gold prices rose by over 1%, influenced by domestic stimulus expectations for commodities and overseas concerns about US tariff implementation and the Fed's independence [1][12]. - Strong risk appetite may disrupt the bond market in the next 1 - 2 months, with a risk of the futures' oscillation center shifting downwards. However, there is no long - term adjustment risk for the bond market [2][13]. - Coke had a second round of price hikes. Recently, coking coal was affected by macro and policy factors, with strong market sentiment, but risks should be noted after a significant increase [3][23]. - Copper prices are expected to fluctuate at a high level in the short term due to policy expectation risks and inventory accumulation concerns, and it is advisable to wait and see [4][44]. - Oil prices oscillated downward despite a decline in API crude oil inventory [5][51]. Summaries by Related Catalogs 1. Financial News and Reviews 1.1 Macro Strategy (Gold) - Trump stated that Powell's term has only eight months left and criticized his interest - rate policy, calling for a rate cut of at least 3 percentage points [11]. - Trump announced that Japan will pay a 15% reciprocal tariff to the US, and Japan will invest $550 billion in the US, with the US getting 90% of the profits. Gold prices rose over 1%, driven by domestic stimulus expectations and overseas concerns. It is recommended that short - term gold prices are likely to be strong with increased volatility [12]. 1.2 Macro Strategy (Treasury Bond Futures) - The central bank conducted 214.8 billion yuan of 7 - day reverse repurchase operations on July 22. Sentiment is driving the market. It is expected that strong risk appetite will disrupt the bond market in the next 1 - 2 months, but there is no long - term adjustment risk. Short - term trading long positions can be closed after the Politburo meeting [13][14]. 2. Commodity News and Reviews 2.1 Agricultural Products (Cotton) - As of July 19, Brazil's cotton harvesting progress was 16.7%, 3.1 percentage points higher than the previous week but 3.8% slower than last year. In 2025, China's new cotton is expected to have a yield of 158.7 kg/mu, a 2.5% increase. As of July 20, US cotton's budding and boll - setting rates were slower than last year, but the excellent rate was higher. It is recommended to be cautious about chasing up Zhengzhou cotton prices [15][16][17]. 2.2 Agricultural Products (Soybean Oil/Rapeseed Oil/Palm Oil) - MPOC expects the price of crude palm oil in August to be between 4,100 - 4,300 ringgit/ton. The oil market was oscillating, and it is recommended to buy on dips or sell call options on the 09 contract [18][19]. 2.3 Black Metals (Rebar/Hot - Rolled Coil) - In Q2 2025, the growth rate of real estate loans rebounded. Steel prices rose mainly due to the increase in coking coal and coke prices. It is expected that steel prices will be strong in the short term, but there are potential risks after August [20][21]. 2.4 Black Metals (Coking Coal/Coke) - Coke had a second round of price hikes. The impact of checking for over - production in coal mines is limited. Coking coal supply recovery is slower than expected, and demand is strong. However, risks should be noted after a significant increase [22][23]. 2.5 Agricultural Products (Corn Starch) - On July 22, corn starch enterprises in Heilongjiang, Jilin, Hebei, and Shandong had theoretical losses, and the losses are expected to continue or expand, with the operating rate remaining low [24][25]. 2.6 Agricultural Products (Corn) - On July 22, the成交 rate of imported corn auctions increased. Old - crop corn is expected to have little fluctuation, and it is recommended to hold a small number of new - crop short positions and look for opportunities to add positions on rebounds [26]. 2.7 Agricultural Products (Pigs) - New Hope's piglet stocking in June 2025 was about 1.3 million. Spot prices have been falling, while futures are relatively stable. It is recommended to buy the 09 contract on dips and wait for hedging opportunities on the November contract [27][28]. 2.8 Black Metals (Steam Coal) - On July 22, the price of steam coal in northern ports was stable. With the implementation of the coal over - production check policy and the peak summer season, coal prices are expected to be strong in the short term [29]. 2.9 Black Metals (Iron Ore) - The production plan of household air conditioners in August 2025 decreased by 7.1% year - on - year. Iron ore prices continued to rise, but they are in an over - valued area, and it is advisable to wait and see [30]. 2.10 Non - Ferrous Metals (Polysilicon) - A Japanese - Korean joint venture plans to build a polysilicon plant in Malaysia. The polysilicon capacity storage plan is progressing slowly. It is recommended that polysilicon enterprises sell at or above the benchmark cost. Long positions are advised to consider taking profits gradually [33][34]. 2.11 Non - Ferrous Metals (Industrial Silicon) - In June, China's export of primary polysiloxane increased month - on - month. The supply recovery of industrial silicon is slower than expected, and it is expected to be strong in the short term. It is recommended to take a bullish view in the short term and observe the resumption of production of large factories in Xinjiang [35][36]. 2.12 Non - Ferrous Metals (Lead) - On July 21, the LME 0 - 3 lead was at a discount. The fundamentals of lead have improved, and it is recommended to look for opportunities to buy on dips [37][38]. 2.13 Non - Ferrous Metals (Zinc) - On July 21, the LME 0 - 3 zinc was at a discount. Zinc supply is expected to increase, and demand is differentiated. It is recommended to wait and see unilaterally and pay attention to near - month spread arbitrage [39][41]. 2.14 Non - Ferrous Metals (Copper) - Nornickel lowered its 2025 nickel, copper, and palladium production forecasts. Copper prices are expected to fluctuate at a high level in the short term due to policy and inventory factors, and it is advisable to wait and see [42][44]. 2.15 Non - Ferrous Metals (Nickel) - Nornickel's nickel production in Q2 2025 increased by 9% quarter - on - quarter. In the short term, nickel prices are expected to follow the non - ferrous metals sector and be strong, and it is advisable to wait and see. In the medium term, it is recommended to look for opportunities to sell high [45][47]. 2.16 Non - Ferrous Metals (Lithium Carbonate) - There are disputes over a lithium project in Congo. The market is focused on supply - side disturbances. It is recommended to reduce positions or wait and see unilaterally and focus on 9 - 11 spread operations [48][50]. 2.17 Energy and Chemicals (Crude Oil) - API crude oil and gasoline inventories decreased, while refined oil inventory increased. Oil prices are expected to remain oscillating in the short term [51][52]. 2.18 Energy and Chemicals (Carbon Emissions) - On July 22, the CEA closed at 73.30 yuan/ton. The CEA price is expected to oscillate in the short term, and enterprises with quota needs can buy cautiously on dips [53][55]. 2.19 Energy and Chemicals (Caustic Soda) - On July 22, the price of liquid caustic soda in Shandong declined. The upward momentum of the caustic soda futures may weaken [56][57]. 2.20 Energy and Chemicals (Pulp) - The price of imported wood pulp was stable. The pulp futures increased due to policy and coal price factors, but the upward space is limited [58]. 2.21 Energy and Chemicals (Styrene) - From July 1 - 20, 2025, South Korea's total benzene exports were 162,015 tons. Styrene prices oscillated strongly. It is recommended to wait for a better entry point for pure benzene and observe the macro - policy impact on styrene [59][60]. 2.22 Energy and Chemicals (PVC) - The price of PVC powder increased. PVC futures followed the market's upward trend, but the fundamentals are weakening, and it is recommended to be cautious about chasing up [61]. 2.23 Energy and Chemicals (Soda Ash) - The soda ash market was stable and strong. The futures price rose significantly. It is risky to short in the short term, and it is necessary to wait for further policy guidance [63][64]. 2.24 Energy and Chemicals (Float Glass) - The price of float glass in the Shahe market increased. The glass futures rose due to supply - side policy expectations. It is recommended to be cautious about unilateral operations and focus on arbitrage strategies such as going long on glass and short on soda ash [65][66]. 2.25 Energy and Chemicals (Bottle Chips) - Bottle chip factories' export prices were mostly stable with partial slight adjustments. The industry plans to cut production in July, and it is recommended to look for opportunities to expand processing fees on dips [67][69].

Economic Overview - In Q2, the actual GDP growth was 5.2% year-on-year, while nominal GDP growth fell to 3.9%, marking a decline of 0.2 and 0.7 percentage points from Q1 respectively[4] - The nominal GDP growth rate has dropped below 4%, the lowest in nearly three years, primarily due to strong supply and weak demand characteristics[23] Supply and Demand Balance - Q3 is expected to see a balance between supply and demand, driven by the implementation of "anti-involution" policies and improved confidence in the real sector[2] - The recovery in consumption is gradually being confirmed, with "anti-involution" policies likely being a key factor influencing Q3 economic performance[4] Investment Trends - Fixed asset investment in Q2 grew by only 1.8% year-on-year, a significant drop of 2.4 percentage points from Q1, with infrastructure and manufacturing investments experiencing widespread contraction[11] - In June, fixed asset investment saw a month-on-month decline of 0.1%, marking a historical low[11] Consumer Behavior - The nominal growth rate of social retail sales in Q2 was 4.5%, slightly down by 0.1 percentage points from Q1, indicating a moderate increase in consumer spending[19] - In June, social retail sales growth fell to 4.8%, a significant drop of 1.6 percentage points from the previous month, with most categories experiencing a broad decline[20] Inflation and Market Dynamics - The report suggests that moderate inflation positively impacts corporate operations and household balance sheets, with expectations of a gradual recovery in nominal GDP growth[2] - The bond market is currently benefiting from a low inflation environment and ample liquidity, although the upward potential for bond prices is limited in the short term[27] Geopolitical and Policy Risks - Risks include geopolitical tensions and the potential for policy changes that exceed expectations, which could impact economic stability[3]

Report Overview - The report is the Commodity Research Morning Report - Black Series by Guotai Junan Futures on July 22, 2025, covering multiple commodities in the black series [1]. Industry Investment Ratings - No specific industry - wide investment ratings are provided in the report. Core Views - Different commodities in the black series have different trends: iron ore shows a strong - side oscillation supported by macro - expectations; rebar, hot - rolled coils, ferrosilicon, and silicomanganese maintain strong - side oscillations due to persistent market sentiment; coke and coking coal are oscillating strongly; thermal coal stabilizes with oscillating as daily consumption recovers; logs oscillate repeatedly [2]. Summary by Commodity Iron Ore - **Trend**: Strong - side oscillation supported by macro - expectations [2][4]. - **Fundamentals**: The futures price closed at 809 yuan/ton, up 24 yuan/ton with a 3.06% increase. The open - interest decreased by 29,220 lots. Spot prices of various types of iron ore all increased. Some basis and spreads showed minor changes [4]. - **News**: The downstream hydropower project of the Yarlung Zangbo River started on July 19, with a total investment of about 1.2 trillion yuan [4]. - **Trend Intensity**: 0 [4]. Rebar and Hot - Rolled Coils - **Trend**: Strong - side oscillation due to persistent market sentiment [2][9][10]. - **Fundamentals**: For rebar RB2510, the closing price was 3,224 yuan/ton, up 68 yuan/ton with a 2.15% increase; for hot - rolled coils HC2510, the closing price was 3,394 yuan/ton, up 73 yuan/ton with a 2.20% increase. Spot prices in different regions increased, and some basis and spreads changed [10]. - **News**: In June, the total social electricity consumption was 867 billion kWh, a year - on - year increase of 5.4%. The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology will implement a work plan for stabilizing growth in ten key industries. Steel production and inventory data in July showed certain changes [8][12]. - **Trend Intensity**: 1 for both rebar and hot - rolled coils [12]. Ferrosilicon and Silicomanganese - **Trend**: Strong - side oscillation due to persistent market sentiment [2][14]. - **Fundamentals**: Futures prices of ferrosilicon and silicomanganese increased. Spot prices of ferrosilicon FeSi75 - B in Inner Mongolia and silicomanganese FeMn65Si17 in Inner Mongolia both increased by 50 yuan/ton. Some basis, near - far month spreads, and cross - variety spreads changed [14]. - **News**: On July 21, prices of 72 and 75 ferrosilicon in different regions increased. Some steel mills' procurement prices and quantities of ferrosilicon and silicomanganese were determined. In June, the national manganese ore import volume decreased compared to May but increased compared to the same period last year [15][17]. - **Trend Intensity**: 1 for both ferrosilicon and silicomanganese [16]. Coke and Coking Coal - **Trend**: Oscillating strongly [2][18][19]. - **Fundamentals**: For coking coal JM2509, the closing price was 1,000 yuan/ton, up 80 yuan/ton with an 8.64% increase; for coke J2509, the closing price was 1,603 yuan/ton, up 85 yuan/ton with a 5.60% increase. Spot prices of coking coal and coke in some regions had minor changes, and some basis and spreads changed significantly [19]. - **News**: Northern port coking coal quotes and the Fenwei CCI metallurgical coal index on July 21 were released. Regarding the open - interest, for coking coal JM2509, long - position decreased by 8,626 lots and short - position decreased by 12,469 lots; for coke J2509, long - position increased by 358 lots and short - position increased by 74 lots [19][20][21]. - **Trend Intensity**: 0 for coke and 1 for coking coal [21]. Thermal Coal - **Trend**: Stabilizing with oscillating as daily consumption recovers [2][22]. - **Fundamentals**: The ZC2507 contract had no trading on the previous day. Southern port foreign - trade thermal coal quotes and domestic thermal coal origin quotes were provided. Regarding the open - interest, both long - position and short - position of the ZC2507 contract decreased by 0 lots [22][23]. - **Trend Intensity**: 0 [24]. Logs - **Trend**: Oscillating repeatedly [2][25]. - **Fundamentals**: Closing prices, trading volumes, and open - interests of different log contracts showed certain changes. Spot prices of various log products remained stable [26]. - **News**: The downstream hydropower project of the Yarlung Zangbo River started on July 19, with a total investment of about 1.2 trillion yuan [28]. - **Trend Intensity**: 0 [28].

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - Trade policy uncertainty is rising in the short - term, with the dollar index expected to decline; the stock market is in a capital - driven market with abundant liquidity, and the bond market will remain volatile until substantial bullish factors such as interest rate cuts materialize [15][18][21]. - In the commodity market, different products have different trends. For example, power coal prices are expected to remain high in the short - term but face seasonal pressure after August; the price of some metals and energy - chemical products is affected by supply - demand, policies, and other factors [3][41]. 3. Summary by Directory 3.1 Financial News and Reviews 3.1.1 Macro Strategy (Gold) - The US Treasury Secretary said trade negotiations are progressing steadily. Gold prices have risen strongly, and the short - term trend is volatile, facing a directional choice [11][12]. 3.1.2 Macro Strategy (Foreign Exchange Futures - Dollar Index) - The US Republican accused the Fed Chairman of perjury, and the White House said Trump may issue more tariff letters before August 1. The dollar index is expected to decline in the short - term [13][15][16]. 3.1.3 Macro Strategy (Stock Index Futures) - The 7 - month LPR remained unchanged, and the State Council announced the "Housing Rental Regulations". It is recommended to allocate various stock indexes evenly [17][18][19]. 3.1.4 Macro Strategy (Treasury Bond Futures) - The Yarlung Zangbo River hydropower project started, and the central bank conducted a reverse repurchase operation. Before interest rate cuts and other substantial bullish factors, the bond market will remain volatile. It is recommended to sell long positions when the futures rebound and continue to allocate medium - term long positions at low prices [20][21]. 3.2 Commodity News and Reviews 3.2.1 Agricultural Products (Soybean Meal) - The inventory of soybean meal in oil mills is approaching 1 million tons, and the excellent rate of US soybeans has slightly decreased. The short - term futures price is expected to be volatile [22][23]. 3.2.2 Agricultural Products (Soybean Oil/Rapeseed Oil/Palm Oil) - The export of Malaysian palm oil decreased from July 1 - 20, while the production increased. It is not recommended to over - short palm oil. Wait for the price to fall and then consider long positions [24][25][28]. 3.2.3 Agricultural Products (Sugar) - The import of syrup and premixed powder decreased in June, and the net short position of ICE raw sugar decreased. The short - term Zhengzhou sugar is expected to be volatile, and attention should be paid to the resistance level of 5900 [29][30][32]. 3.2.4 Black Metals (Rebar/Hot - Rolled Coil) - The daily output of Indonesia's Dexin Steel exceeded 20,000 tons, and the investment in water conservancy construction increased in the first half of the year. Steel prices are strong in the short - term, but risks should be vigilant after August [33][34][36]. 3.2.5 Agricultural Products (Corn Starch) - The export of corn starch decreased significantly in June. Starch enterprises are expected to continue to operate at a loss or with low profits, and the opening rate is expected to remain low [37]. 3.2.6 Black Metals (Coking Coal/Coke) - The coking coal market in Wuhai is strong. The short - term coking coal futures price is expected to be volatile, waiting for changes in the supply side [38][39]. 3.2.7 Agricultural Products (Corn) - The auction volume of imported corn decreased on July 22. It is recommended to hold a small number of short positions in new - crop corn and look for opportunities to add positions on rebounds [40]. 3.2.8 Black Metals (Steam Coal) - The social electricity consumption increased by 5.4% in June. The steam coal price is expected to remain high in the short - term, but seasonal pressure should be noted after August [41][42]. 3.2.9 Black Metals (Iron Ore) - The investment in water conservancy construction increased in the first half of the year. The long - term upward pressure on iron ore prices is limited, and short - term fluctuations may intensify [43][44]. 3.2.10 Non - Ferrous Metals (Polysilicon) - The export of Chinese photovoltaic modules decreased in June. It is recommended to go long at low prices, and the price is expected to run at a low level within the price limit [45][46][47]. 3.2.11 Non - Ferrous Metals (Industrial Silicon) - The export of industrial silicon increased in June. The short - term industrial silicon is expected to be strong, and attention should be paid to the resumption of production of large factories in Xinjiang [48][49]. 3.2.12 Non - Ferrous Metals (Copper) - The import of copper ore, scrap copper, and refined copper changed in June. The copper price is expected to be volatile and strong, and it is recommended to wait and see [50][52][54]. 3.2.13 Non - Ferrous Metals (Nickel) - Lifezone released a feasibility study report on its nickel project. The short - term nickel price may be strong, and attention should be paid to short - selling opportunities in the medium - term [55][56][57]. 3.2.14 Non - Ferrous Metals (Lithium Carbonate) - The import of lithium carbonate and lithium spodumene decreased in June, and Yichun Yinli will conduct maintenance. It is recommended to stop profiting from long positions and consider reverse arbitrage [58][60][62]. 3.2.15 Non - Ferrous Metals (Lead) - The LME lead spread was at a discount on July 18, and the export of lead - acid batteries decreased in June. It is recommended to buy at low prices in the short - term [63][64][65]. 3.2.16 Non - Ferrous Metals (Zinc) - The export of die - cast zinc alloy and galvanized sheets increased, and the import of zinc concentrate increased in the first half of the year. It is recommended to wait and see in the short - term and pay attention to positive arbitrage opportunities in the near - month spread [66][67][69]. 3.2.17 Energy and Chemicals (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) - The FOB price of Middle - East frozen LPG decreased. The fundamentals are weak, and there is insufficient upward driving force [70][71][72]. 3.2.18 Energy and Chemicals (Crude Oil) - Turkey will terminate the Iraq oil pipeline agreement in July 2026. The short - term crude oil price is expected to fluctuate within a range [73][74]. 3.2.19 Energy and Chemicals (Caustic Soda) - The price of liquid caustic soda in Shandong decreased locally on July 21. It is difficult for the caustic soda price to continue rising [75][77][78]. 3.2.20 Energy and Chemicals (Pulp) - The price of imported wood pulp increased. The upward space of the pulp price is limited due to unchanged supply - demand [79][80]. 3.2.21 Energy and Chemicals (PVC) - The price of PVC powder increased. The PVC price may have limited upward movement due to inventory accumulation [81]. 3.2.22 Energy and Chemicals (Asphalt) - The inventory of asphalt refineries decreased. It is recommended to wait and see as the asphalt price needs oil price as a driving force [82][83]. 3.2.23 Energy and Chemicals (PX) - The PX price increased slightly on July 21. The short - term PX price is expected to be volatile and strong [84]. 3.2.24 Energy and Chemicals (PTA) - The spot basis of PTA decreased significantly. The PTA price may be strong in the short - term following the domestic commodity market [85][86]. 3.2.25 Energy and Chemicals (Urea) - The export of urea increased in June. The urea price may be slightly strong, oscillating around 1700 [87][88]. 3.2.26 Energy and Chemicals (Styrene) - The port inventory of styrene increased. The short - term styrene price is affected by macro factors, and the pure benzene price is expected to oscillate and repair [89][90]. 3.2.27 Energy and Chemicals (Bottle Chips) - The export quotation of bottle chip factories increased slightly. It is recommended to pay attention to the opportunity to expand the processing fee of bottle chips by going long at low prices [90][91]. 3.2.28 Energy and Chemicals (Soda Ash) - The inventory of soda ash manufacturers decreased. It is risky to short - sell in the short - term, and wait for policy guidance [92][93]. 3.2.29 Energy and Chemicals (Float Glass) - The price of float glass in Hubei increased on July 21. It is recommended to consider the cross - variety arbitrage strategy of going long on glass and short on soda ash [94].

Report Industry Investment Ratings - Thread: ★☆☆ [1] - Hot Rolled Coil: ★☆☆ [1] - Iron Ore: ★☆☆ [1] - Coke: ★☆☆ [1] - Coking Coal: ★☆☆ [1] - Silicon Manganese: ★☆☆ [1] - Ferrosilicon: ★☆★ [1] Core Views of the Report - The steel market is expected to remain strong, with the iron ore, coke, coking coal, silicon manganese, and ferrosilicon markets likely to follow the trend of steel in the short term, and all are affected by the "anti - involution" policy and market sentiment [2][3][4][6][7][8] Summary by Related Catalogs Steel - Today's steel futures continued to strengthen. Thread apparent demand decreased month - on - month, production continued to decline, and inventory slightly accumulated. Hot - rolled coil demand remained resilient, production continued to decline, and inventory slightly decreased [2] - Pig iron production increased and remained at a high level. Under the low - inventory pattern, the negative feedback pressure in the off - season was not significant. In June, real estate investment continued to decline significantly, and the growth rates of infrastructure and manufacturing investment slowed down. Domestic demand remained weak overall, while exports remained relatively high [2] - Multiple departments called for "anti - involution", and the Yajiang project improved demand expectations. Market sentiment was optimistic, and industrial products at low levels all rose. The futures market is expected to remain strong [2] Iron Ore - Today's iron ore futures continued to rebound, and the basis narrowed at a low level recently. On the supply side, global iron ore shipments increased month - on - month this period, stronger than the same period last year. Shipments from Brazil and non - mainstream regions increased significantly, while shipments from Australia decreased [3] - China's port arrivals declined from a high level this period, and there was no obvious pressure on port inventory accumulation in the short term. On the demand side, steel mills had no motivation to cut production in the short term, and pig iron production rebounded more than expected last week [3] - At the macro level, the "anti - involution" and the upcoming important meeting boosted market sentiment, and the Yajiang project strengthened market expectations for future major projects. It is expected that iron ore will be strong in the short term [3] Coke - Coke prices rose significantly during the day. The second round of price increases for coking has been proposed, and coking profits are meager. Coking daily production slightly increased after continuous decline. Coke inventory decreased slightly, and traders' purchasing willingness increased [4] - Overall, the supply of carbon elements is still abundant, and downstream pig iron production remains at a high level in the off - season. The "anti - involution" currently has limited impact on the coke industry. The coke futures price is at a premium and is expected to continue to rise in the short term [4] Coking Coal - Coking coal prices rose significantly during the day, and the far - month contract hit the daily limit. The output of coking coal mines slightly decreased, the spot auction market improved, transaction prices continued to rise, and terminal inventory increased [6] - Total coking coal inventory decreased month - on - month, and production - end inventory continued to decline significantly. It is likely to continue to destock in the short term. The "anti - involution" currently has limited impact on the coking coal industry. The coking coal futures price is at a premium and is expected to continue to rise in the short term [6] Silicon Manganese - Silicon manganese prices opened higher and then slightly adjusted. Due to continuous production cuts in the early stage, the inventory level decreased, the weekly production recovery rate was slow, and both futures and spot demand improved. It is judged that inventory will mainly continue to decline [7] - In the long - term, manganese ore inventory is gradually increasing, which exerts great pressure on prices. In the short - term, the current inventory level is low, and manganese mines' willingness to support prices has increased. Spot manganese ore prices have risen following the futures market. Affected by the "anti - involution", market expectations for demand - side policies have increased. Silicon manganese mainly follows the trend of thread, with a relatively small increase [7] Ferrosilicon - Ferrosilicon prices opened higher. Pig iron production increased to over 242. Export demand remained at about 30,000 tons, with a marginal impact. The production of magnesium metal decreased slightly month - on - month, and secondary demand declined marginally. Overall demand was acceptable [8] - Ferrosilicon supply increased slightly, market trading volume was average, and on - balance inventory decreased fluctuantly. Affected by the "anti - involution", market expectations for demand - side policies have increased. Ferrosilicon mainly follows the trend of thread, with a relatively weak increase [8]

1. Report Industry Investment Ratings - Steel: Narrow - range consolidation [1] - Iron ore: Strong - side oscillation [1] - Coking coal: Oscillating with an upward bias [1] - Coke: Oscillating with an upward bias [1] - Manganese silicon: Limited upside space [1] - Ferrosilicon: Some support [3] 2. Core Views of the Report - The steel market is in a situation of weak supply and demand, with slightly accumulated inventory but still at a low level, and there are insufficient market contradictions and drivers. The iron ore market has a strong - side support from high - level hot metal production, despite a small increase in port inventory. The coking coal and coke markets are affected by factors such as production resumption, policy, and environmental protection, and are expected to oscillate with an upward bias in the short term. The manganese silicon and ferrosilicon markets are driven by market sentiment, but the fundamentals have limited driving force for price increases [1][3]. 3. Summaries According to Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Research Views - **Steel**: The rebar futures price rose, and the spot price also increased slightly with rising trading volume. The production decreased, inventory slightly accumulated, and apparent demand dropped significantly. It is expected to move in a narrow range in the short term [1]. - **Iron ore**: The futures price continued to rise, and the port spot price was strong. Supply decreased slightly last week, and demand increased with the rise in hot metal production. It is expected to continue the strong - side oscillation [1]. - **Coking coal**: The futures price rose, and the spot price in the Mongolian coal market was strong. Domestic coal mines are resuming production, and Indonesia plans to levy an export tax. Demand is weak, but it is expected to oscillate with an upward bias in the short term [1]. - **Coke**: The futures price rose, and the spot price at ports remained stable. The first price increase of coke enterprises was implemented, and some regions had production restrictions. Demand is weak, and it is expected to oscillate with an upward bias in the short term [1]. - **Manganese silicon**: The futures price strengthened, and the spot price was basically stable. Steel tenders are ongoing, and the supply is increasing while demand is slightly decreasing. The price has some support but limited upside space [1][3]. - **Ferrosilicon**: The futures price strengthened, and the spot price was basically stable. Market sentiment improved, supply increased slightly, and demand decreased slightly. The price has some support, but the upside space is not large [3]. 3.2 Daily Data Monitoring - **Contract spreads**: Different contracts of various varieties have different spread changes, such as the 10 - 1 and 1 - 5 spreads of rebar, hot - rolled coil, etc. [4]. - **Basis**: The basis of each variety's contracts also changed, for example, the basis of rebar 10 - contract decreased by 7 yuan [4]. - **Profit and spreads**: The profit of rebar on the futures market decreased by 5.9, and there were also changes in other profit indicators and spreads such as the coil - rebar spread and coke - coal ratio [4]. 3.3 Chart Analysis - **Main contract prices**: The document provides price trend charts of main contracts for rebar, hot - rolled coil, iron ore, etc. from 2020 to 2025 [7][9][13]. - **Main contract basis**: It shows basis trend charts of main contracts for rebar, hot - rolled coil, etc., with different time - series bases presented [19][20]. - **Inter - period contract spreads**: There are spread trend charts for different contracts of various varieties, like the 10 - 01 and 01 - 05 spreads of rebar [27]. - **Inter - variety contract spreads**: It includes spread trend charts for different varieties, such as the coil - rebar spread and rebar - iron ore ratio [41]. - **Rebar profit**: There are profit trend charts for rebar, including the futures market profit, long - process profit, and short - process profit [46][50]. 3.4 Black Research Team Member Introduction - The team includes members such as Qiu Yuecheng, Zhang Xiaojin, Liu Xi, and Zhang Chunjie, each with rich experience and professional qualifications in the black - metal research field [52][53].

Report Industry Investment Ratings - Thread: ★☆★ [1] - Hot-rolled: ★☆☆ [1] - Iron ore: ★☆☆ [1] - Coke: ★☆☆ [1] - Coking coal: ★☆★ [1] - Silicon manganese: ★☆☆ [1] - Ferrosilicon: ★☆☆ [1] Core Views - The overall market is influenced by "anti-involution", with low-positioned industrial products remaining strong, but the actual implementation of policies is yet to be seen, and the rhythm may fluctuate. Attention should be paid to terminal demand and relevant domestic and foreign policies [2]. - The short-term trend of iron ore is expected to fluctuate with steel products, and the risk of increased volatility should be noted [3]. - Coke and coking coal are affected by the "anti-involution" to a limited extent, and their prices mainly follow the trend of steel products [4][6]. - Silicon manganese and ferrosilicon prices follow the trend of thread, with limited ability to rise and are expected to face pressure [7][8]. Summary by Category Steel - Today's steel futures strengthened. This week, the apparent demand for thread dropped significantly, production continued to decline, and inventory slightly accumulated. The demand for hot-rolled steel increased slightly, production continued to decline, and inventory slightly decreased. The molten iron production is slowly declining but remains at a relatively high level. With low inventory, the market feedback pressure is small. Attention should be paid to the demand absorption capacity during the off-season [2]. - In June, real estate investment continued to decline significantly, and the growth rates of infrastructure and manufacturing investment slowed down. Domestic demand is still weak, while exports remain at a relatively high level [2]. Iron Ore - Today's iron ore futures continued to rebound. On the supply side, the global iron ore shipment decreased slightly, and the domestic arrival volume is currently high but may decline in the future. Port inventory continues to decline slightly without significant pressure to accumulate [3]. - On the demand side, terminal demand is weak during the off-season, but steel mills are still profitable and have little incentive to cut production actively. Molten iron production can remain at a relatively high level in the short term. The uncertainty of overseas trade has decreased, and the market expects the introduction of domestic policies, with optimistic sentiment [3]. Coke - Today's coke futures declined. The first round of price increases in the coking industry has been fully implemented, but the increase is smaller than expected, and profits are meager. Coke production has been declining, and overall inventory has hardly changed. Traders' purchasing willingness has increased [4]. Coking Coal - Today's coking coal futures declined. Environmental inspections in Wuhai have tightened, affecting coal transportation. The production of coking coal mines continues to increase, and the spot auction market has improved, with transaction prices rising significantly and terminal inventory increasing [6]. - The total coking coal inventory has decreased, and production-side inventory has decreased significantly. It is likely to continue to reduce inventory in the short term [6]. Silicon Manganese - Today's silicon manganese futures declined. Due to continuous production cuts, inventory has decreased, but weekly production has begun to increase, and on-book inventory has started to rise. In the long term, manganese ore inventory is increasing, and in the short term, the current inventory level is low, and manganese mines are more willing to hold prices [7]. Ferrosilicon - Today's ferrosilicon futures declined. Molten iron production has slightly decreased but remains above 239. A large northern steel mill's July ferrosilicon tender inquiry price is 5400 yuan/ton, and the June price was 5500 yuan/ton. The July tender quantity is 2700 tons, an increase of 500 tons from the previous round. Export demand remains at around 30,000 tons, with a marginal impact [8]. - The supply of ferrosilicon continues to decline, market transactions are average, on-book inventory continues to decrease, but production-side inventory has begun to increase, mainly due to the decrease in warehouse receipt inventory [8].