Report Industry Investment Ratings There is no information provided regarding the report industry investment ratings in the given content. Core Viewpoints - The market sentiment is gradually turning rational, and the disk trends are starting to weaken. If the subsequent demand cannot be effectively repaired, commodity prices may be difficult to maintain the current level, and the disk prices may gradually return to the supply - demand logic [25]. - Policy - related emotional disturbances will continue to interfere with the disk, but ultimately, prices will move closer to the fundamentals after the emotions fade, which will take some time [31]. Summary by Categories Macro - Financial Index Futures - The central bank will focus on the supply - side in its financial policies, aiming to create effective demand with high - quality supply and promote a reasonable recovery of prices. Southbound funds had a record - high net purchase of HK$358.76 billion [2]. - The current policy is favorable to the capital market. After recent continuous increases, the market may experience intensified short - term fluctuations, but the general strategy is to go long on dips [3]. Treasury Bonds - In July, industrial added - value and social consumption showed growth, while real estate investment and new housing sales declined. The central bank will implement a moderately loose monetary policy [4]. - The economy showed resilience in the first half of the year, and the central bank is maintaining a loose attitude towards funds. Interest rates are expected to decline in the long - term, but the bond market may return to a volatile pattern in the short - term [6]. Precious Metals - US inflation data rebounded, and there are differences among Fed officials regarding inflation. The market is highly expecting a Fed rate cut. The speech of Fed Chairman Powell at the Jackson Hole symposium will significantly affect precious metal prices [7][8]. Non - Ferrous Metals Copper - Although US inflation data rebounded, the market has strong rate - cut expectations. The supply of copper raw materials remains tight, and the overall copper price may consolidate and wait for further macro - level drivers [10]. Aluminum - The domestic aluminum ingot inventory is at a relatively low level, and the export data is strong, which supports the aluminum price. However, weak downstream consumption and fluctuating trade situations may cause the aluminum price to fluctuate and decline in the short - term [11]. Zinc - The zinc market is in an oversupply situation, with domestic social inventories increasing rapidly and overseas registered warehouse receipts at a low level. Zinc prices still face significant downward risks [13]. Lead - The lead market has a situation of weak supply and demand, with slow inventory accumulation. Lead prices are expected to be weak [14]. Nickel - The short - term macro - environment is positive, driving nickel prices to rebound slightly, but weak downstream demand may cause prices to correct [15]. Tin - The supply of tin is currently tight, and demand is weak during the off - season. As Myanmar's production resumes, tin prices are expected to fluctuate [17]. Carbonate Lithium - The market expects a significant supply shortage of domestic carbonate lithium in the second half of the year, but the actual reduction in supply depends on the mining end. The current price increase may attract more supply, and investors are advised to be cautious [18]. Alumina - There are continuous disturbances in the supply of domestic and foreign ores, but the over - capacity pattern of alumina remains unchanged. It is recommended to short at high prices [19]. Stainless Steel - The stainless - steel market is in a state of weak demand and may continue to consolidate in the short - term [21]. Casting Aluminum Alloy - The downstream of casting aluminum alloy is in the off - season, with weak supply and demand. Although the cost side provides some support, the upward resistance of prices is increasing [22]. Black Building Materials Steel - The steel market has weak demand and insufficient demand support. If demand cannot be effectively repaired, steel prices may decline. It is necessary to pay attention to the recovery of terminal demand and the support of the cost side [25]. Iron Ore - Currently, the supply pressure of iron ore is not significant, but the profitability of steel mills is declining, and terminal demand is weakening. Iron ore prices may adjust slightly in the short - term [27]. Glass and Soda Ash - Glass production is increasing, inventory pressure is rising, and demand is weak. In the short - term, glass prices are expected to fluctuate, and in the long - term, they will follow macro - level emotions. Soda ash production is increasing, and inventory pressure is rising, but the price center may gradually rise in the long - term [28][29]. Manganese Silicon and Ferrosilicon - The over - capacity pattern of manganese silicon remains unchanged, and the supply pressure is increasing. The demand for ferrosilicon and manganese silicon may weaken in the future. It is recommended that speculative funds wait and see, while hedging funds can seize opportunities [30][32]. Industrial Silicon and Polysilicon - The over - capacity and high - inventory problems of industrial silicon remain unresolved. Although demand provides some support in August, prices are expected to fluctuate weakly. The polysilicon market has a situation of weak supply and demand, and prices are expected to fluctuate widely [35][36]. Energy and Chemicals Rubber - The rubber market has different views from bulls and bears. The short - term increase in rubber prices is large, and it is recommended to wait and see neutrally and consider band - trading strategies [38][41]. Crude Oil - Although geopolitical premiums have disappeared and the macro - environment is bearish, the current oil price is undervalued, and there is an opportunity for left - hand side layout [42]. Methanol - The supply pressure of methanol is increasing, and demand is weak. It is recommended to wait and see [43]. Urea - The supply of urea is relatively loose, and demand is average. The price is in a narrow - range fluctuation, and it is recommended to focus on long - position opportunities at low prices [44]. Styrene - The BZN spread of styrene is expected to repair, and port inventories are decreasing. Styrene prices may rise with the cost side [45]. PVC - The PVC market has strong supply, weak demand, and high valuations. It is recommended to wait and see [47]. Ethylene Glycol - The supply of ethylene glycol is decreasing, and demand is gradually recovering, but the inventory is increasing. The fundamentals are weakening, and the short - term valuation may decline [49]. PTA - The supply of PTA is expected to increase, and demand needs improvement. It is recommended to consider long - position opportunities with PX at low prices during the peak season [50]. p - Xylene - The load of PX is high, and downstream PTA has many short - term maintenance operations. PX is expected to continue to reduce inventory, and the valuation has support but limited upward space [51]. Polyethylene (PE) - The price of PE may be determined by the game between the cost side and the supply side in the short - term. It is recommended to hold short positions [53]. Polypropylene (PP) - The supply and demand of PP are weak, and the cost side may dominate the market. The price is expected to fluctuate strongly with the oil price [54]. Agricultural Products Live Pigs - The supply and demand of live pigs are expected to increase in the third quarter. The market may fluctuate within a range. It is recommended to buy at low prices in the short - term, pay attention to upper - level pressure in the medium - term, and use reverse - spread strategies for far - month contracts [56]. Eggs - The supply of eggs is sufficient, but it is currently the peak season, and egg prices are expected to rise slightly after stabilizing. In the medium - term, it is recommended to sell on rebounds [57]. Soybean and Rapeseed Meal - The USDA has reduced the soybean planting area, which is bullish for CBOT soybeans in the short - term. The import cost of soybeans is stable and slightly rising. It is recommended to go long on dips in the cost range of soybean meal [58][59]. Edible Oils - The fundamentals of edible oils are supported, but the upward space is limited. The market is expected to fluctuate strongly [62]. Sugar - The international sugar production is expected to increase, and the domestic import supply is increasing. Zhengzhou sugar prices are likely to continue to decline [64]. Cotton - The cotton price is affected by positive news but has weak downstream consumption. In the short - term, cotton prices are expected to fluctuate at a high level [65].

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.

Group 1 - The company has approved a share repurchase plan with a budget between RMB 400 million and RMB 600 million, with a maximum repurchase price of RMB 12.01 per share, valid for up to 12 months from the approval date [2] - After the implementation of the 2024 annual profit distribution plan, the maximum repurchase price was adjusted to RMB 11.82 per share [2] Group 2 - As of August 14, 2025, the company has repurchased 27,906,500 shares, representing 2.06% of the total share capital, with a total expenditure of RMB 242.44 million, excluding transaction fees [3] - The highest repurchase price recorded was RMB 9.14 per share, while the lowest was RMB 8.30 per share [3] - The company will continue to make repurchase decisions based on market conditions and will fulfill its information disclosure obligations in a timely manner [3]

Group 1 - The company announced a share repurchase plan with a total expected amount between 400 million yuan and 600 million yuan [1][2] - As of August 14, 2025, the company has repurchased a total of 27.9065 million shares, representing 2.06% of the total share capital [2] - The actual repurchase price ranged from 8.30 yuan to 9.14 yuan per share [1] Group 2 - The repurchase plan was first disclosed on April 10, 2025, and the implementation period is set for 12 months following the approval at the 2024 annual shareholders' meeting [1] - The maximum repurchase price was adjusted from 12.01 yuan to 11.82 yuan per share [1] - The repurchased shares will be used for employee stock ownership plans or equity incentives [1]

1. Report Industry Investment Ratings No industry investment ratings are provided in the report. 2. Core Views of the Report - Overseas, the US PPI in July increased significantly, and the Fed's rate - cut expectations cooled, causing the US dollar index to rebound and global risk appetite to decline. Domestically, the manufacturing PMI in July decreased, and economic growth slowed, but policies may boost consumption, and the extension of the tariff truce period reduced short - term tariff risks, leading to an increase in domestic risk appetite [2]. - Different asset classes have different trends. Stocks are expected to oscillate strongly at a high level in the short term; bonds may oscillate and correct at a high level; in the commodity sector, black metals may have greater short - term fluctuations, non - ferrous metals may oscillate, energy and chemicals may oscillate weakly, and precious metals may oscillate at a high level [2]. 3. Summary by Related Catalogs 3.1 Macro Finance - **Macro Situation**: US July PPI increased by 0.9% month - on - month, the largest increase in three years, indicating potential inflation. Fed officials refuted the expectation of a significant rate cut in September. China's July manufacturing PMI was 49.3%, down 0.4 percentage points from the previous month, and the trade deficit decreased, weakening the contribution of net exports to the economy. Policies such as the personal consumption loan fiscal subsidy policy may boost consumption, and the extension of the tariff truce period reduced short - term tariff risks [2]. - **Asset Performance**: Stocks are expected to oscillate strongly at a high level in the short term, with a cautious long - position strategy. Bonds may oscillate and correct at a high level, and it is advisable to wait and see. In the commodity sector, black metals may have greater short - term fluctuations, non - ferrous metals may oscillate, energy and chemicals may oscillate weakly, and precious metals may oscillate at a high level, all with a cautious approach [2]. 3.2 Stock Index - **Market Movement**: The domestic stock market declined slightly due to the drag of sectors such as armament restructuring, rail transit equipment, and components. The economic growth in July slowed, but policies may boost consumption, and the extension of the tariff truce period increased domestic risk appetite. The market focuses on domestic stimulus policies and trade negotiations, with an enhanced short - term upward macro - drive [3]. - **Operation Suggestion**: Short - term cautious long - position, but beware of high - level correction risks [4]. 3.3 Black Metals - **Steel**: The decline of steel futures and spot prices widened on Thursday, with reduced trading volume. Real - world demand weakened, inventory increased by 400,000 tons week - on - week, and apparent consumption decreased. Supply of rebar was relatively low, and plate production was stable. There were rumors of production control in Cangzhou. Iron - water production may further decline. It is advisable to view the steel market as oscillating weakly in the short term [5]. - **Iron Ore**: The decline of iron ore futures and spot prices widened on Thursday. With an approaching important event, iron - water production may decline. Global iron ore shipments decreased by 151,000 tons week - on - week, and arrivals decreased by 1.259 million tons. Port inventory was accumulating, and supply pressure increased. Iron ore prices may weaken periodically [5]. - **Silicon Manganese/Silicon Iron**: On Thursday, the spot prices of silicon iron and silicon manganese were flat, but the futures prices declined significantly. Manganese ore prices slightly increased, and there was an expectation of new silicon - manganese production capacity. Some silicon - iron enterprises had profits and high production enthusiasm. The downstream was waiting for steel mill pricing and had a strong willingness to replenish inventory. Iron - alloy prices are expected to oscillate weakly in the short term [6]. - **Soda Ash**: On Thursday, the main soda - ash contract oscillated. Supply increased week - on - week, and the pattern of oversupply remained unchanged, with new device launches expected in the fourth quarter. Demand support was weak, and profit decreased week - on - week. Soda ash has a pattern of high supply, high inventory, and weak demand, with limited upward price space [7]. - **Glass**: On Thursday, the main glass contract oscillated. Glass daily melting volume remained stable week - on - week, and there were expectations of production cuts due to anti - involution policies. Terminal real - estate demand was weak but slightly improved. Glass profit decreased week - on - week. Glass prices are expected to oscillate in the short term [8]. 3.4 Non - ferrous Metals and New Energy - **Copper**: The US economy is slowing, and the risk of recession exists. Copper - mine production growth is higher than expected, and domestic demand will weaken marginally. The strong copper - price trend may not last [9]. - **Aluminum**: On Thursday, the aluminum closing price declined slightly. Aluminum's fundamentals weakened, with domestic social inventory increasing by nearly 140,000 tons and LME inventory increasing by 137,000 tons from the low in mid - June. The medium - term upward space is limited, and short - term attention should be paid to the support of the 20 - day moving average [10][11]. - **Aluminum Alloy**: The supply of scrap aluminum is tight, and the cost of recycled aluminum plants has increased, leading to losses and production cuts. It is in the demand off - season, and demand is weak. The price is expected to oscillate strongly in the short term but with limited upward space [11]. - **Tin**: The combined operating rate of Yunnan and Jiangxi increased by 0.41% to 59.64%. The supply of tin ore is expected to ease. Terminal demand is weak, and inventory decreased by 90 tons to 10,235 tons. The price is expected to oscillate in the short term, with limited upward space due to risks and weak demand [11]. - **Lithium Carbonate**: On Thursday, lithium carbonate oscillated sharply. The main 2511 contract increased by 0.28%. The supply of the Jiangxi Ningde Times Jiaxiawo Mine stopped, causing a short - term supply shortage. The subsequent uncertainty lies in whether the remaining mines can complete the ore - type change by September 30 [12]. - **Industrial Silicon**: On Thursday, the main 2511 contract of industrial silicon decreased by 1.14%. Pay attention to the impact of coking coal and polysilicon sentiment and the cash - flow cost support [13]. - **Polysilicon**: On Thursday, the main 2511 contract of polysilicon decreased by 3.08%. The number of warehouse receipts increased, reflecting stronger hedging and delivery intentions. It is expected to oscillate at a high level in the short term, and pay attention to the possibility of a weakening market [14]. 3.5 Energy and Chemicals - **Methanol**: The price of methanol in Taicang was weak, and the basis was strong. The inventory in Chinese ports and production enterprises increased. Supply - side maintenance was concentrated, and there were rumors of coking production cuts in Shandong. The supply was expected to decrease, and demand was boosted by the restart of inland olefin plants. The overall supply - demand contradiction was not prominent, but there were regional differences. The price is expected to oscillate [15][16]. - **PP**: The spot market of PP oscillated and declined. The inventory of two major petrochemical companies decreased. Crude - oil prices decreased, improving PP cost - profit, and new production capacity was planned to be launched in mid - to - late August. Demand was in the off - season, and industrial inventory increased. The 09 contract price may have limited fluctuations, and the 01 contract is currently considered weak. Pay attention to oil - price fluctuations [16]. - **LLDPE**: The price of LLDPE was slightly adjusted. The weekly production increased by 0.14% and is expected to decrease by 3.49% next week. Demand showed signs of improvement. The 09 contract is expected to oscillate weakly, and the 01 contract is short - term weak. Pay attention to demand and inventory replenishment [17]. 3.6 Agricultural Products - **US Soybeans**: The November soybean contract on the CBOT closed at 1031, down 13.25 or 1.27%. The net export sales of the current - market - year US soybeans decreased by 377,600 tons in the week ending August 7, while the next - market - year net export sales increased by 1.133 million tons [17]. - **Soybean and Rapeseed Meal**: After the preliminary ruling on Canadian rapeseed dumping, rapeseed meal drove up the premium sentiment of soybean meal. The export price of Brazilian soybeans increased. The short - term cost drove up soybean meal prices, but the domestic inventory was accumulating, and the downstream demand was weak. If China imports US soybeans and Canadian rapeseed meal, the premium will decline [18][19]. - **Oils and Fats**: Rapeseed - oil port inventory was high and difficult to deplete, and the supply was expected to shrink. The cost of soybean oil was stable, and the supply - demand situation would improve in the fourth quarter. Palm - oil inventory in Malaysia was accumulating, and export demand was expected to improve. Indonesian and Indian inventories were low. Domestic rapeseed oil was affected by policy news. The overall valuation of oils and fats was slightly high. Pay attention to the supplementary increase of soybean oil and consider the strategy of buying soybean oil and shorting palm oil [19]. - **Corn**: The price of Northeast corn was weak, and market transactions were inactive. Enterprises in North China planned to reduce inventory. Corn will be listed in Anhui and Xinjiang in late August, and the supply is expected to be sufficient. The corn futures market was weak [20]. - **Pigs**: The current spot price in the benchmark area is stable at 13.5 - 13.8 yuan/kg. Large - scale pig farms have almost completed weight - reduction, and the entry of secondary fattening has increased. With the cooling weather, demand is expected to improve, and pig prices may rebound [20].

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].

Report Industry Investment Ratings No relevant information provided. Core Views - The central government's policies show care for the capital market, with a long - term bullish outlook for the stock market, but short - term volatility may intensify [3]. - In the bond market, interest rates are expected to decline in the long run, but may enter a short - term shock pattern [5]. - For precious metals, the Fed is expected to adopt a more accommodative monetary policy, and it is recommended to buy on dips [7]. - In the non - ferrous metals market, different metals have different trends, with some expected to be volatile and strong, and some facing downward risks [9][12]. - In the black building materials market, steel prices may weaken if demand cannot be effectively repaired, and the prices of related products are affected by supply, demand, and market sentiment [25]. - In the energy and chemical market, the prices of various products are affected by factors such as supply, demand, cost, and market sentiment, and different trading strategies are recommended [44][45]. - In the agricultural products market, different products have different supply - demand situations and price trends, and corresponding trading suggestions are provided [56][57]. Summary by Category Macro - financial Stock Index - News: As of the end of July, M2 increased by 8.8% year - on - year, and the social financing scale from January to July was 23.99 trillion yuan, 5.12 trillion yuan more than the same period last year. 188 billion yuan in special treasury bonds for equipment renewal investment subsidies has been allocated, driving over 1 trillion yuan in total investment [2]. - Basis ratio of stock index futures: Different contracts of IF, IC, IM, and IH have different basis ratios. The trading logic is to go long on dips in the long run, but short - term volatility may intensify [3]. Treasury Bonds - Market: On Wednesday, the main contracts of TL, T, TF, and TS all rose. As of the end of July, M2 was 329.94 trillion yuan, up 8.8% year - on - year, and M1 was 111.06 trillion yuan, up 5.6% year - on - year. The central bank conducted 1185 billion yuan in 7 - day reverse repurchase operations on Wednesday, with a net withdrawal of 200 billion yuan [4]. - Strategy: Interest rates are expected to decline in the long run, but may enter a short - term shock pattern [5]. Precious Metals - Market: Shanghai gold rose 0.11%, and Shanghai silver rose 1.12%. COMEX gold fell 0.03%, and COMEX silver fell 0.10%. The US 10 - year Treasury yield was 4.24%, and the US dollar index was 97.77 [6]. - Outlook: The US Treasury Secretary called for more aggressive interest rate cuts, and the Fed is expected to adopt a more accommodative monetary policy. It is recommended to buy on dips [7]. Non - ferrous Metals Copper - Market: The US dollar index weakened, and copper prices rose and then fell. LME inventory increased, and domestic spot premiums were firm. - Price trend: Copper prices may be volatile and strong in the short term, with the Shanghai copper main contract operating in the range of 78600 - 79800 yuan/ton, and LME copper 3M in the range of 9650 - 9850 US dollars/ton [10]. Aluminum - Market: The domestic commodity atmosphere cooled, and aluminum prices fluctuated and corrected. LME inventory increased slightly, and domestic inventory decreased slightly. - Price trend: Aluminum prices may be volatile in the short term, with the domestic main contract operating in the range of 20550 - 20800 yuan/ton, and LME aluminum 3M in the range of 2580 - 2640 US dollars/ton [11]. Zinc - Market: Zinc prices fell slightly. Zinc ore was in a loose supply situation, and domestic zinc ingots were in excess. - Price trend: Zinc prices still face significant downward risks [12]. Lead - Market: Lead prices rose slightly. Lead ore port inventory increased, and the start - up rate of primary lead recovered. Downstream consumption pressure was high. - Price trend: Lead prices may be volatile and strong in the short term [15]. Nickel - Market: Nickel prices fluctuated narrowly. Nickel ore prices were stable, and nickel iron prices rose slightly, but the surplus pressure remained. - Price trend: Nickel prices may rebound slightly in the short term but face correction pressure. It is recommended to wait and see [16]. Tin - Market: Tin prices fluctuated. Supply was expected to increase in the third and fourth quarters, but short - term supply pressure remained. Demand was weak domestically but strong overseas due to AI computing power. - Price trend: Tin prices are expected to oscillate in the range of 250000 - 275000 yuan/ton in the domestic market and 31000 - 34000 US dollars/ton in the LME market [17]. Carbonate Lithium - Market: The spot index of carbonate lithium rose, and the futures price also increased. The market was affected by supply news and capital games. - Price trend: It is recommended that speculative funds wait and see, and holders can seize entry points. The reference operating range of the 2511 contract is 82400 - 88880 yuan/ton [18][19]. Alumina - Market: Alumina prices fell. Ore supply disturbances continued, but the over - capacity pattern remained. - Strategy: It is recommended to short on rallies after the short - term bullish sentiment fades. The reference operating range of the domestic main contract AO2509 is 3100 - 3500 yuan/ton [20]. Stainless Steel - Market: Stainless steel prices fell slightly. Social inventory decreased, and market trading was inactive. - Price trend: The stainless steel market may continue to consolidate in the short term [21]. Cast Aluminum Alloy - Market: Cast aluminum alloy prices rose slightly. The downstream was in the off - season, with weak supply and demand. - Price trend: The upward space of prices is relatively limited [22]. Black Building Materials Steel - Market: Rebar and hot - rolled coil prices fell. Rebar showed a pattern of increasing supply and demand, and hot - rolled coil showed a pattern of decreasing supply and demand, with both inventories rising. - Price trend: If demand cannot be effectively repaired, steel prices may fall [25]. Iron Ore - Market: Iron ore prices fell slightly. Overseas shipments and arrivals decreased, and iron water production decreased slightly. - Price trend: Iron ore prices are mainly affected by sentiment and fundamentals, and attention should be paid to changes in terminal demand [27]. Glass and Soda Ash - Glass: Glass prices fell significantly. Inventory increased, and downstream demand was weak. It is expected to oscillate in the short term and follow macro - sentiment in the long term [28]. - Soda Ash: Soda ash prices fluctuated widely. Inventory increased, and downstream demand was difficult to improve quickly. It is expected to oscillate in the short term and the price center may rise in the long term [29]. Manganese Silicon and Ferrosilicon - Market: Manganese silicon and ferrosilicon prices fell slightly. The market is affected by "anti - involution" sentiment and fundamentals. - Strategy: It is recommended that speculative funds wait and see, and hedging funds can seize opportunities [30][31]. Industrial Silicon and Polysilicon - Industrial Silicon: Industrial silicon prices fell. Supply is expected to increase, and demand can provide some support. Prices are expected to oscillate weakly [35]. - Polysilicon: Polysilicon prices fell. Supply is expected to increase in August, and inventory is likely to accumulate. Prices are expected to oscillate widely [36]. Energy and Chemical Rubber - Market: NR and RU oscillated. The long and short sides have different views. - Strategy: It is recommended to have a neutral view and operate in and out quickly, and consider short - term spread trading [43]. Crude Oil - Market: Crude oil prices fell. US commercial crude oil inventory increased, and SPR inventory increased slightly. - Outlook: Oil prices are currently underestimated, and it is a good opportunity for left - side layout [44]. Methanol - Market: Methanol prices fell. Domestic start - up decreased, and port inventory increased. - Strategy: It is recommended to wait and see [45]. Urea - Market: Urea prices fell. Domestic start - up decreased, and demand was weak. - Strategy: It is recommended to pay attention to long positions on dips [46]. Styrene - Market: Styrene prices fell. The cost side provides support, and the port inventory decreased significantly. - Price trend: The BZN spread may repair, and prices may rise with the cost side after inventory reduction [47]. PVC - Market: PVC prices fell. Supply was strong, demand was weak, and inventory increased. - Strategy: It is recommended to wait and see [49]. Ethylene Glycol - Market: Ethylene glycol prices fell. Supply decreased slightly, demand increased slightly, and port inventory increased. - Price trend: The short - term valuation may decline [50]. PTA - Market: PTA prices fell. Supply is expected to increase and inventory to accumulate, and demand is expected to improve after the off - season. - Strategy: Pay attention to the opportunity to go long with PX on dips after the peak season [51]. p - Xylene - Market: PX prices fell. PX load remained high, and downstream PTA maintenance increased. - Price trend: PX is expected to continue to destock, and pay attention to the opportunity to go long with crude oil on dips after the peak season [52]. Polyethylene (PE) - Market: PE prices fell. Supply pressure is expected to increase in August, and demand is in the off - season. - Strategy: It is recommended to hold short positions [53]. Polypropylene (PP) - Market: PP prices rose. The cost side may dominate the market, and supply and demand are both weak in the off - season. - Price trend: PP prices may rise slightly with crude oil in July [54]. Agricultural Products Live Pigs - Market: Pig prices rose slightly. Supply is not short, and there is room for future price increases. - Strategy: It is recommended to go long on dips for medium - and long - term contracts and pay attention to spread trading opportunities for far - month contracts [56]. Eggs - Market: Egg prices were mostly stable. Supply was large, and the price performance in the peak season was weaker than expected. - Strategy: Pay attention to short - selling opportunities after the price rebounds [57]. Soybean and Rapeseed Meal - Market: US soybeans rose slightly, and rapeseed meal fell from the high. Domestic soybean meal spot basis decreased. - Strategy: It is recommended to go long on dips in the cost range of soybean meal and pay attention to changes in Sino - US trade relations [60]. Oils and Fats - Market: Palm oil prices rose slightly, and rapeseed oil prices fluctuated. Malaysian palm oil exports increased in early August. - Strategy: Oils and fats prices are expected to oscillate, and the upward space is limited [62]. Sugar - Market: Sugar prices rebounded. Brazilian sugar exports increased in early August. - Price trend: International and domestic sugar supply is expected to increase, and Zhengzhou sugar prices may continue to fall [63]. Cotton - Market: Cotton prices rebounded. The USDA report was positive, and Sino - US tariffs were suspended. - Price trend: Cotton prices may continue to oscillate at a high level in the short term [64].

1. Report Industry Investment Ratings - Not provided in the given content 2. Core Views of the Report - The financial market shows a complex situation with different trends in various sectors. In the macro - strategy area, there are different expectations for Fed's interest - rate cuts, which affect the prices of gold, dollar, and stocks. In the commodity market, different commodities face different supply - demand situations and price trends, with some facing risks of price correction and others showing potential for price increase [1][2][3] 3. Summary According to Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Financial News and Reviews 3.1.1 Macro Strategy (Gold) - Atlanta Fed President Bostic expects one rate cut in 2025 if the labor market remains robust. Gold prices fluctuated and closed higher, with the market risk preference remaining high. The divergence among Fed officials lies in inflation pressure. The market will focus on economic data, and gold is expected to continue its volatile trend in the short term [10] - Investment advice: Gold prices have not escaped the volatile trend in the short term [11] 3.1.2 Macro Strategy (Stock Index Futures) - The Shanghai Composite Index reached a new high since December 2021 on August 13, and the margin trading balance also hit a new high. The 188 billion yuan investment subsidy funds for equipment renewal supported by ultra - long - term special treasury bonds in 2025 have been issued [12][13] - Investment advice: Allocate stocks evenly among different stock indexes [14] 3.1.3 Macro Strategy (Foreign Exchange Futures - US Dollar Index) - The US State Department imposed visa restrictions on government officials from Brazil and other countries. US Treasury Secretary Bessent called for at least a 150 - basis - point rate cut, and Trump may appoint a new Fed chairman earlier, which increased market risk preference and weakened the US dollar [15][16][17] - Investment advice: The US dollar will weaken in the short term [18] 3.1.4 Macro Strategy (US Stock Index Futures) - Bostic prefers to wait for a clearer understanding of the situation before making adjustments, while Bessent believes the Fed may start rate cuts earlier, and the market's rate - cut expectation has further increased. The Russell 2000 and Dow Jones Index led the gains, but there are still risks of correction [19] - Investment advice: The US stock market is expected to remain strong under the rate - cut expectation, but inflation risks may increase market volatility [20] 3.1.5 Macro Strategy (Treasury Bond Futures) - China's M1 growth rate in July was 5.6%, exceeding market expectations. The financial data divergence is not contradictory. The private sector's willingness to increase loans is weak, but fiscal policies have improved corporate cash flow. It is expected that financial data will not improve significantly in the short term, and M1 growth will peak in September. The bond market is difficult to have a trend - like market [21][23] - Investment advice: Allocation investors can gradually buy when the 10Y and 30Y interest rates are close to 1.75% and 2.0% respectively, and trading investors should be cautious when betting on rebounds [24] 3.2 Commodity News and Reviews 3.2.1 Agricultural Products (Soybean Meal) - The market expects the USDA's weekly export sales report to show a net increase of 60 - 160 million tons of US soybean exports. The CBOT soybean price has been rising, and domestic soybean meal prices have also strengthened. The Zhengzhou Commodity Exchange issued a risk warning [25] - Investment advice: Maintain the view that soybean meal prices will fluctuate upward, and focus on the development of Sino - US relations [25] 3.2.2 Agricultural Products (Soybean Oil/Rapeseed Oil/Palm Oil) - Malaysia will raise the export tariff of crude palm oil to 10% in September 2025. Indonesia has saved at least $3.68 billion in foreign exchange through the use of palm - based biodiesel. The oil market continued to fluctuate strongly [26][27] - Investment advice: Buy on dips for the three major oils, as prices are expected to continue to strengthen as inventory depletion accelerates [28] 3.2.3 Black Metals (Coking Coal/Coke) - The coking coal price in the Changzhi market remained stable. Supply was affected by safety inspections, and demand was affected by the production restrictions of some coke enterprises. The coke price has been raised for the sixth round [29] - Investment advice: The short - term upward momentum of the futures market is weak. Pay attention to the impact of policies and demand changes [30] 3.2.4 Black Metals (Rebar/Hot - Rolled Coil) - In July, the export of passenger cars was 499,000, a year - on - year increase of 25.2%. Steel prices fluctuated and declined. The decline of coking coal futures prices led to a weakening of steel prices. The actual supply reduction may be limited, and there is a risk of price correction [31][33] - Investment advice: The market will fluctuate in the short term, and be vigilant against market fluctuations and correction risks [34] 3.2.5 Agricultural Products (Cotton) - Brazil's cotton export in the 2024/25 season is expected to reach a record 2.82 million tons. The USDA August report lowered the estimated production and ending inventory of US and global cotton. Some large cotton trading enterprises in China have started pre - purchasing new cotton [35][36] - Investment advice: The USDA report has a short - term positive impact on the outer market, but the upward drive may be limited. The domestic cotton market is expected to fluctuate, and pay attention to the resistance at the previous high [39] 3.2.6 Agricultural Products (Corn Starch) - The开机 rate of the corn starch industry has increased slightly, and inventory has accumulated. It is expected that the开机 rate will remain weakly volatile year - on - year, which is negative for future profits [40] - Investment advice: There is no driving force for the price difference between rice flour and corn starch to strengthen. The price difference between North China and Northeast China may be unfavorable to the 09 contract in September [41] 3.2.7 Agricultural Products (Corn) - Deep - processing enterprises continued to lower prices to test the market. The price of corn was weak, while the price in the northern port was stable. The CBOT corn price fell sharply due to the increase in planted area and yield [42] - Investment advice: The medium - and long - term downward trend of corn prices is expected to continue [42] 3.2.8 Agricultural Products (Pigs) - Tiankang Bio has completed about 50% of its annual target. The pig - breeding industry is in the stage of policy implementation, and the short - term performance of near - month and far - month contracts is different [43] - Investment advice: Pay attention to the opportunity of reverse arbitrage [44] 3.2.9 Non - ferrous Metals (Alumina) - It is still difficult to purchase domestic ore in some areas. Overseas prices are falling, and ore supply is temporarily sufficient. The futures price is expected to fluctuate weakly [45][46] - Investment advice: Wait and see [47] 3.2.10 Non - ferrous Metals (Lead) - The import of lead concentrates will be restricted by new regulations on harmful elements, but the actual impact on import volume is limited. The price of primary lead is more competitive, and the demand is in the stage of waiting for verification of the peak season [49] - Investment advice: Hold long positions established at low prices, and pay attention to the opportunity of positive arbitrage between domestic and foreign markets [50] 3.2.11 Non - ferrous Metals (Zinc) - The zinc futures price fluctuated. The LME zinc inventory continued to decline, and the structural risk was still high. The domestic supply was high, and the demand was stable. The short - term trading of zinc is difficult [54] - Investment advice: For single - side trading, manage positions well; for arbitrage, pay attention to the mid - term positive arbitrage opportunity; for domestic - foreign trading, wait and see [54] 3.2.12 Non - ferrous Metals (Lithium Carbonate) - An accident occurred at Albemarle's lithium factory in Chile, and it is under investigation. The suspension of production at Ningde's mine will lead to a reduction in lithium carbonate production and a decrease in inventory [55] - Investment advice: The price is expected to be strong in the short term. Pay attention to the opportunity of buying on dips [55] 3.2.13 Non - ferrous Metals (Nickel) - Carsurin will build a large - scale photovoltaic power station to support the nickel industry in Indonesia. The LME and SHFE nickel inventories decreased. The price of nickel ore is expected to be seasonally weak in September - October [56][57] - Investment advice: In the short term, pay attention to the band - trading opportunity; in the medium term, pay attention to the opportunity of short - selling at high prices [58] 3.2.14 Non - ferrous Metals (Copper) - The market's expectation of the Fed's rate cut in September has increased, which will support the copper price. The domestic copper inventory is low, but the LME and COMEX inventory accumulation is expected to limit the short - term increase of copper price [63] - Investment advice: For single - side trading, buy on dips; for arbitrage, pay attention to the reverse arbitrage strategy between domestic and foreign markets [63] 3.2.15 Energy Chemicals (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) - Some PDH plants plan to stop for maintenance. The US C3 inventory increased, and the congestion of the Panama Canal may ease in late August, which will weaken the cost support [64][65] - Investment advice: The relative valuation of FEI will weaken marginally in late August [66] 3.2.16 Energy Chemicals (Crude Oil) - The IEA slightly lowered the global oil demand forecast for 2025 and 2026. The US EIA crude oil and refined oil inventories increased, and gasoline inventories decreased. Oil prices fluctuated weakly [67][68][69] - Investment advice: Oil prices will remain volatile in the short term [70] 3.2.17 Energy Chemicals (PX) - The PX price fell slightly. The cost pressure increased due to the decline of raw material prices. The domestic PX load may increase marginally in August, and the price will fluctuate with crude oil and macro - sentiment [71] - Investment advice: The price will fluctuate and adjust in the short term [72] 3.2.18 Energy Chemicals (PTA) - The PTA spot price fell, and the basis was stable. The demand was weak, and the supply of some plants decreased due to low processing fees. The price will fluctuate with crude oil and macro - sentiment [73][74] - Investment advice: The price will fluctuate and adjust in the short term [75] 3.2.19 Energy Chemicals (Caustic Soda) - The price of liquid caustic soda in Shandong remained stable. The supply was sufficient, and the demand was moderate. The market is expected to remain stable in the short term [75][76] - Investment advice: The caustic soda spot price has bottomed out, and the futures price will fluctuate [76] 3.2.20 Energy Chemicals (Pulp) - The import wood pulp spot market showed a stronger trend. The prices of some imported pulp increased, while the prices of some other types remained stable. The price increase is limited due to poor supply - demand [77] - Investment advice: The pulp futures price will rise with the overall commodity sentiment, but the upward space is limited [78] 3.2.21 Energy Chemicals (PVC) - The domestic PVC powder market price was slightly adjusted. The fundamentals are weak, but the macro - positive factors and rising coal prices support the price. The market will fluctuate [79] - Investment advice: The PVC market will fluctuate [79] 3.2.22 Energy Chemicals (Bottle Chips) - The export price of bottle chips changed little, and the price decreased due to the decline of polyester raw materials. The major bottle - chip factories will continue the production - cut state, and the demand is mainly for rigid needs [80][81] - Investment advice: The price of bottle chips will follow the fluctuation of polyester raw materials [81]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - Overall, the report presents a comprehensive analysis of various futures markets including financial derivatives, precious metals, shipping, and multiple commodity sectors. Market trends are influenced by a combination of factors such as policy announcements, economic data releases, and geopolitical events. For instance, the extension of tariff exemptions in the Sino - US trade talks and inflation data in the US have had significant impacts on different futures markets [2][4][9]. - Different futures markets have their own specific outlooks. In the financial futures market, the stock index continues to rise, while the bond futures are under pressure. In the precious metals market, gold and silver prices stop falling and rebound due to inflation data and geopolitical factors. In the shipping market, the container shipping index shows a downward trend. In the commodity futures market, different metals and agricultural products also have their own supply - demand and price trends [2][6][10][12]. 3. Summary by Directory Financial Derivatives Financial Futures - **Stock Index Futures**: A - shares showed an upward trend on August 12, with major indices rising. The four major stock index futures contracts also increased. The extension of tariff exemptions in the Sino - US trade talks and the release of relevant policies have affected the market. It is recommended to sell MO2509 put options at high prices and maintain a moderately bullish view [2][3][5]. - **Bond Futures**: Bond futures mostly declined, and the yields of major interest - rate bonds generally rose. The release of consumption - boosting policies has increased risk appetite and suppressed the bond market. It is recommended to wait and see in the short - term and focus on financial data and new bond issuance pricing. A steeper yield curve strategy can be considered [6][7]. Precious Metals - Gold and silver prices stopped falling and rebounded. The US inflation data remained moderate, which increased the expectation of interest - rate cuts. The suspension of tariffs in the Sino - US trade talks also affected the market. It is recommended to build a bullish spread portfolio through gold call options and use silver put options to build a bullish spread strategy [8][9][10]. Container Shipping on the European Line - The container shipping index continued to decline. The global container capacity increased year - on - year, and the demand in Europe and the US showed certain characteristics. It is expected that the market will be weakly volatile, and it is advisable to short the 08 and 10 contracts at high prices [12][13][14]. Commodity Futures Non - ferrous Metals - **Copper**: Copper prices strengthened slightly. The market expected an increased probability of interest - rate cuts in September due to inflation data, and the extension of tariff exemptions reduced short - term risks. The supply and demand were weak during the off - season, but the price had support. It is recommended to expect the main contract to fluctuate between 78000 - 80000 [15][17][18]. - **Alumina**: The market was concerned about supply due to news events. Although the current supply was expected to increase in the medium - term, the short - term price might fluctuate widely between 3000 - 3400. It is recommended to short at high prices in the medium - term [20][21]. - **Aluminum**: Aluminum prices were in a high - level narrow - range shock. The supply was stable, but the demand was weak, and there were macro uncertainties. It is expected that the price will be under pressure in the short - term, with the main contract reference range of 20000 - 21000 [22][23]. - **Aluminum Alloy**: Terminal consumption was weak in the off - season, and the social inventory was close to full capacity. The supply of scrap aluminum was tight, but the demand was suppressed. The price was expected to fluctuate widely between 19200 - 20200 [24][25][26]. - **Zinc**: The market priced in an increased probability of interest - rate cuts in September. The supply was loose, and the demand was weak, but the low inventory provided support. The price was expected to fluctuate between 22000 - 23000 [26][28][29]. - **Tin**: The price was affected by the expected interest - rate cuts. Supply and demand were both expected to be weak. It is recommended to wait and see, and the price may fluctuate widely. Pay attention to the import situation of tin ore from Myanmar [30][31][32]. - **Nickel**: The disk maintained a relatively strong operation, but the medium - term supply was expected to be abundant. The price was expected to adjust within the range of 120000 - 126000 [32][33][35]. - **Stainless Steel**: The disk oscillated strongly, but the demand was still a drag. The cost support was strengthened, but the fundamental demand was weak. The price was expected to oscillate strongly between 13000 - 13500 [35][37][38]. - **Lithium Carbonate**: The price fluctuated greatly due to news. The current supply and demand were in a tight balance. The price was expected to fluctuate widely in a relatively strong range between 80000 - 90000, and attention could be paid to the positive spread opportunity between near and far months [39][41][42]. Ferrous Metals - **Steel**: Steel prices were supported as the steel mill inventory did not increase significantly. The cost increased, and the profit improved. The supply was expected to increase in the third quarter, and the demand was stable. It is recommended to hold long positions and be cautious about chasing high prices [43][44][45]. - **Iron Ore**: The iron ore price followed the steel price. The global shipment decreased, the demand was stable, and the port inventory increased slightly. It is recommended to go long on the 2601 contract at low prices and consider arbitrage strategies [46][47]. - **Coking Coal**: The coking coal futures rose strongly. The supply was tight, the demand was stable, and the inventory was at a medium level. It is recommended to go long on the 2601 contract at low prices and consider arbitrage strategies [48][49][50]. - **Coke**: The coke futures rose, and the sixth - round price increase was launched. The supply was difficult to increase, the demand was supported, and the inventory was at a medium level. It is recommended to go long on the 2601 contract at low prices and consider arbitrage strategies [51][52][53]. Agricultural Products - **Meal Products**: The price of rapeseed meal increased due to the anti - dumping decision on Canadian rapeseed, and the price of soybean meal was affected by the USDA report. It is recommended to hold the 01 long positions [54][55][56]. - **Hogs**: The spot price of hogs oscillated weakly. The supply and demand were both weak in the short - term, and the 01 contract was affected by policies. It is not recommended to short blindly [57][58]. - **Corn**: The spot price of corn weakened, and the disk oscillated at a low level. The supply pressure was still significant in the medium - and long - term, and attention should be paid to the growth of new - season corn [59][60].