Core Viewpoint - The market is experiencing accelerated sector rotation as it approaches a profit bottom, with recent trends reflecting this characteristic [1] Group 1: Investment Strategies - Historical experiences from 2016 and 2020 indicate that a "high cut low" strategy can yield excess returns in the early stages of recovery, but the effectiveness based on stock price levels is weaker than that based on valuations [1] - Investors are currently more focused on demand-side recovery and improvements in operational efficiency/profit quality, as indicated by the performance of ROA and revenue change factors, which outperform ROE and net profit [1] - The current market is unique in that the pricing power of institutional investors focusing on valuation and profit is weaker than in previous recovery periods, while the importance of individual investors has increased [1] Group 2: Sector Focus - Two strategies are recommended for the current short-term rotation: 1. Focus on sectors with expected demand and asset profitability recovery that are undervalued 2. Identify stocks in sectors with relatively low stock prices, particularly those that attract higher attention from individual investors [1] - In the first strategy, sectors such as industrial metals, rail transit equipment, kitchen appliances, and white goods show improving profit margins while maintaining mid-to-low valuation levels [1] - For the second strategy, the consumer sector has a relatively high proportion of stocks at 250-day lows, while growth sectors with high individual investor interest include media, brokerage, and computer industries, which have a high concentration of stocks at 20-day lows [1]

(2)"反内卷"及供应约束驱动有色的商品属性。国内反内卷虽少正面涉及工业金属，但反内卷旨在优化 产业结构，激活生产要素，改善市场预期，当中下游各个环节的盈利改善，上游金属的涨价向下游的传 导将更为顺畅。但是，有色金属供应端的约束普遍存在：新发现铜矿数量有限，资本性开支不足，导致 全球能源革命对铜需求强劲的阶段，精炼铜供应增速受限；国内电解铝产能接近"天花板"，海外电解铝 投资进度受基建、配套能源制约，全球电解铝供应增速低于3%；钼、锑、铀、铼等小金属则面临投资 不足和资源衰竭的影响，不能满足日益高涨的高端产品需求。供应受限、需求韧性、下游可顺价将推动 有色的价格稳步上行。 智通财经APP获悉，中信建投发布研报称，美国经济及就业数据表现不佳，叠加特朗普提名经济顾问委 员会主席斯蒂芬.米兰担美联储理事，强化市场对美联储于9月降息的预期，有色板块普涨。除却美联储 处于降息通道带来的货币宽松外，国内正在推行的"反内卷"优化生产要素，提升各环节盈利能力和改善 市场预期，有利于金属价格上涨向下游的传导。此外，工业金属板块的估值处于偏低的水平，亦有向上 修复的空间。EPS与PE双击的有色牛市正在启动。 中信建投主要观点如下 ...

Market Overview - From August 4-8, the equity market showed a significant rebound, with the Wande All A closing at 5667.68, up 1.94% from August 1, and the China Convertible Bond Index rising 2.31%[9] - Year-to-date, the Wande All A has increased by 12.86%, while the China Convertible Bond Index has risen by 12.84%[9] Market Characteristics - The current market rebound exhibits "tail" characteristics, similar to the period from late February to early March, characterized by rapid sector rotation and high volatility[1][12] - The market has experienced a "volume contraction followed by expansion" pattern, indicating a potential shift in trading dynamics[12] Investment Strategy - In a "tail" market, the difficulty of capturing profits increases, suggesting a need for cautious strategies such as reducing positions at highs and reallocating to more stable assets[2] - Signals indicating a nearing market peak include a shift of funds to lower-priced sectors and a decrease in trading volume[2] Convertible Bond Market Insights - The median price of convertible bonds has surpassed 130 yuan, driven by strong underlying stock performance and a persistent "yield scarcity" in pure debt instruments[3][57] - As of August 8, the valuation centers for convertible bonds at various price levels have increased, with the 130 yuan level rising to 13.97%[25] Risk Factors - The market faces risks from accelerated sector rotation and potential unexpected adjustments in convertible bond market rules[4] - Ongoing uncertainties in international relations, particularly between the U.S. and China, may exert additional pressure on market performance[20]

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the impact of U.S. economic data and policy changes on gold and industrial metal prices, highlighting the potential for price fluctuations due to inflation data and supply disturbances in the market [1][2][3]. Group 1: Gold Market Analysis - Recent weak U.S. economic data has led to increased expectations for Federal Reserve interest rate cuts, contributing to a decline in the U.S. dollar index and a rise in gold prices [2]. - The White House's announcement to clarify misinformation regarding gold tariffs has put downward pressure on gold prices, despite initial gains [2]. - Upcoming U.S. inflation data (CPI and PPI) is critical, with market expectations for July CPI at 0.2% month-on-month and 2.8% year-on-year, which could further influence gold price volatility [2][3]. Group 2: Industrial Metals Analysis - The transition into a seasonal demand phase shows weak current demand but potential marginal improvements in demand expectations, supported by supply disturbances in certain industrial metals [3]. - Domestic policies aimed at expanding demand are showing effects, with July CPI remaining stable and PPI decreasing by 3.6% year-on-year, indicating a tightening competitive market [3]. - The nomination of Milan to the Federal Reserve may influence previous consensus on tariffs and inflation, potentially enhancing expectations for interest rate cuts, which could support industrial metal prices [3].

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the non-ferrous metals industry is "Positive" (maintained) [5] Core Views - The report highlights that copper prices are experiencing fluctuations due to expectations of interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve, with recent price changes of +1.13% for LME copper, +0.11% for SHFE copper, and +0.95% for COMEX copper. Inventory levels for copper have increased across major exchanges, indicating a potential short-term weakness in prices [6][28]. - Aluminum prices are expected to remain stable due to rising inventories, with current prices for alumina holding steady at 3,240 CNY/ton. The report anticipates aluminum prices to fluctuate between 20,000 and 21,000 CNY/ton in the short term [6][41]. - Lithium prices have surged significantly, with carbonate lithium prices rising by 0.77% to 71,900 CNY/ton, driven by supply disruptions. The report suggests that the upcoming peak demand season may support lithium prices [6][82]. - Cobalt prices are expected to rise due to a temporary export ban from the Democratic Republic of Congo, which is likely to accelerate the depletion of raw material inventories [6][94]. Summary by Sections 1. Industry Overview - The non-ferrous metals sector has outperformed the Shanghai Composite Index, with a weekly increase of 5.78% compared to a 2.11% rise in the index, ranking second among all sectors [12][13]. - The current PE_TTM for the non-ferrous sector is 21.72, while the PB_LF is 2.51, indicating a premium over the broader market [23][26]. 2. Industrial Metals Copper - LME copper prices increased by 1.13%, with inventories rising by 9.95%. The current copper smelting profit margin is negative at -2,223 CNY/ton [28]. Aluminum - LME aluminum prices rose by 2.51%, with inventories showing mixed trends. The profit margin for aluminum production has increased to 4,257 CNY/ton [41]. Lead and Zinc - Lead prices increased by 1.78%, while zinc prices rose by 3.61%. The profit margin for zinc mining has improved to 7,020 CNY/ton [54][66]. 3. Energy Metals Lithium - Lithium carbonate prices have increased by 0.77% to 71,900 CNY/ton, with lithium spodumene prices rising by 2.91% to 777 USD/ton. The report indicates a potential for profit margins to improve in the lithium sector [82]. Cobalt - Domestic cobalt prices have decreased by 3.62% to 266,000 CNY/ton, but the report anticipates upward pressure on prices due to supply constraints from the DRC [94].

Investment Rating - The industry maintains a "Buy" rating [4] Core Views - The gold market is experiencing disruptions due to tariffs and shadow Fed policies, potentially opening a breakthrough window for gold prices [1] - The long-term bullish trend for gold remains intact amid concerns over global monetary credit, public debt, and geopolitical tensions [1] - The copper processing fee is recovering amid expectations of reduced smelting, while aluminum prices are expected to fluctuate due to domestic and international favorable policies [2] - Lithium prices are rebounding strongly due to ongoing supply disruptions, while silicon prices are expected to remain volatile without significant improvements in the fundamentals [2] Summary by Sections Precious Metals - Gold has been included in the category of imported goods subject to tariffs, leading to a temporary price surge above $3,500 per ounce on COMEX [1] - The U.S. government is expected to clarify that imported gold bars should not be subject to tariffs, which may stabilize the market [1] - The price difference between COMEX gold and London gold has narrowed to $4.9 per ounce as of August 8 [1] Industrial Metals - **Copper**: Global copper inventories increased by 35,400 tons, with significant production increases in China [2] - **Aluminum**: The theoretical operating capacity of China's electrolytic aluminum industry reached 44.05 million tons, with mixed production trends in the aluminum rod industry [2] Energy Metals - **Lithium**: Prices for battery-grade lithium carbonate rose by 8.9% to 75,000 yuan per ton, driven by supply disruptions and increased production [2] - **Silicon**: The average cost of metal silicon is 10,028.9 yuan per ton, with a slight increase in production but overall supply exceeding demand [2] Key Stocks - Recommended stocks include: - Xinyi Silver Tin - Shengda Resources - Zijin Mining - Shandong Gold - Chifeng Jilong Gold Mining - Yintai Gold - Zhaojin Mining [1][2]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a positive outlook on the metals and new materials industry, indicating a "Buy" rating for the sector [1]. Core Insights - The report highlights a significant increase in metal prices, with the non-ferrous metals index rising by 5.78% over the past week, outperforming the CSI 300 index by 4.55 percentage points [4][5]. - Precious metals, particularly gold, are expected to continue their upward trend due to increased central bank purchases and a shift in market sentiment towards safety over yield [4][21]. - The report emphasizes the importance of supply-demand dynamics in the copper and aluminum markets, with expectations of price increases driven by stable demand and constrained supply [4][47]. Weekly Market Review - The Shanghai Composite Index rose by 2.11%, while the Shenzhen Component Index increased by 1.25% [5]. - The non-ferrous metals index has increased by 32.00% year-to-date, outperforming the CSI 300 index by 27.68 percentage points [8]. - Key segments such as precious metals and copper saw significant weekly gains, with precious metals up 8.04% and copper up 6.71% [9]. Price Changes - Industrial metals and precious metals experienced price increases, with LME copper, aluminum, lead, and zinc prices rising by 1.37%, 1.68%, 1.83%, and 3.67% respectively [14]. - The report notes a decrease in lithium prices, with battery-grade lithium carbonate down by 9.87% [14]. Inventory Changes - Copper inventories at LME increased by 9.95% week-on-week, while COMEX inventories rose by 1.72% [17]. - Aluminum social inventory remained stable at 56.4 thousand tons, with a slight increase in total aluminum inventory [47]. Key Company Valuations - The report provides valuations for key companies in the sector, with Zijin Mining priced at 20.54 CNY per share and a projected PE ratio of 26 for 2023 [18]. - Other notable companies include Shandong Gold at 32.88 CNY per share with a PE ratio of 63, and Huayou Cobalt at 43.81 CNY per share with a PE ratio of 22 [18]. Precious Metals Analysis - The report indicates that the SPRD+iShares gold ETF holdings increased by 0.7% to 1412 tons, reflecting growing investor confidence [21]. - The Chinese central bank's continued gold purchases are expected to support gold prices, with the current official reserve standing at 7396 tons [21]. Copper Market Insights - The report notes that the current copper spot price is 37.98 USD per dry ton, with domestic social inventory increasing to 132,000 tons [32]. - The operating rates for electrolytic copper rods and wire and cable production are reported at 68.9% and 69.9% respectively, indicating stable demand [32]. Aluminum Market Insights - The report highlights that the average price of A00 aluminum in Shanghai is 20,650 CNY per ton, reflecting a week-on-week increase of 0.63% [47]. - The operating rate for aluminum processing enterprises has risen to 58.70%, indicating a recovery in demand [47]. Steel Market Insights - The report indicates a slight decrease in rebar prices, with the current price at 3330 CNY per ton, while hot-rolled coil prices increased to 3440 CNY per ton [72].

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Outperform" rating for the industry [7] Core Views - Precious Metals: China has increased its gold reserves for the ninth consecutive month, with a total of 73.96 million ounces as of the end of July, reflecting a month-on-month increase of 60,000 ounces. The market is influenced by expectations of a rate cut by the Federal Reserve in the second half of the year [3][12] - Industrial Metals: The seasonal peak is approaching, and attention should be paid to the pace of inventory reduction. Copper prices are supported by a tight supply-demand balance, while aluminum prices may experience fluctuations due to seasonal factors [4][14] - New Energy Metals: The mining operation at Jiangxiawo has been confirmed to be suspended with no plans for resumption in the short term. The lithium market is expected to remain strong due to resilient demand despite supply disruptions [19] - Other Minor Metals: The prices of rare earths are showing slight weakness, but there is limited downside potential in the short term due to existing supply gaps [20] Summary by Sections 1. Investment Strategy - Precious Metals: Continuous increase in gold reserves by China and rising expectations for a Fed rate cut [11] - Industrial Metals: Seasonal peak approaching, focus on inventory reduction [14] - New Energy Metals: Suspension of mining operations at Jiangxiawo [19] - Other Minor Metals: Rare earth prices showing slight weakness [20] 2. Weekly Review - The non-ferrous index rose by 5.8%, with gold showing the largest increase among sub-sectors [24][28] - Notable stock performances include Kexin New Energy (+53.05%) and West Materials (-12.66%) [26] 3. Major Events - Macro: Trump criticizes Powell for delayed rate cuts; China's July PPI decreased by 3.6% [39] - Industry: China continues to increase gold reserves; Jiangxiawo mining operation confirmed to be suspended [44] 4. Non-Ferrous Metal Prices and Inventory - Industrial Metals: Copper and aluminum prices remain stable with copper inventory increasing [47] - Precious Metals: Gold and silver prices are rising due to a weakening dollar and U.S. Treasury yields [66]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the industry, highlighting several key companies as recommended investments [5]. Core Views - The report emphasizes a positive outlook for industrial metal prices driven by macroeconomic factors, including rising expectations for interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve and resilient domestic export data [2][4]. - The report identifies specific companies within the sector that are expected to perform well, including Zijin Mining, Luoyang Molybdenum, and China Nonferrous Mining [2][5]. Summary by Sections Industrial Metals - The report notes that the price of industrial metals such as aluminum, copper, zinc, lead, nickel, and tin has shown positive movements, with LME prices for aluminum increasing by 1.69% and copper by 1.40% during the week [1][10]. - The SMM copper concentrate import index increased by $4.03 per ton, indicating a recovery in processing costs [2]. - Domestic aluminum production remains stable, but demand from end-use sectors like home appliances and construction is weak, leading to an increase in social inventory to 564,000 tons [2][21]. Energy Metals - The report highlights the impact of the Democratic Republic of Congo's mining ban on cobalt prices, which are expected to rise significantly [3]. - Lithium prices are anticipated to increase due to recovering demand from downstream battery manufacturers, with market activity showing signs of improvement [3]. - Nickel prices are also expected to remain strong due to tight supply and rising demand for replenishment [3]. Precious Metals - The report indicates that gold prices have surpassed $3,500 per ounce, driven by increased central bank purchases and rising inflation expectations [4]. - Silver prices are also on the rise, supported by its industrial applications and recent price surges [4]. - Key companies in the precious metals sector recommended for investment include Shandong Gold and Zhongjin Gold [4][5]. Company Earnings Forecasts and Valuations - The report provides earnings per share (EPS) forecasts for several companies, with Zijin Mining expected to achieve an EPS of 1.21 yuan in 2024, and Luoyang Molybdenum projected at 0.63 yuan [5]. - The price-to-earnings (PE) ratios for these companies indicate favorable valuations, with Zijin Mining at 17 times and Luoyang Molybdenum at 15 times for 2024 [5].

Group 1 - The A-share market has shown significant activity, with the Shanghai Composite Index stabilizing above 3600 points and a year-to-date increase of 8.45% as of August 8, with an average daily trading volume exceeding 1.4 trillion yuan [1][2] - The current market rally is driven by both liquidity and positive policy expectations, with a notable increase in investor participation and financing balances since late June [2][3] - Analysts suggest a dual strategy of investing in both technology growth and high-dividend assets, emphasizing the importance of long-term patience to avoid frequent trading due to short-term profit chasing [1][4] Group 2 - The market is believed to have substantial upside potential, with the current valuation levels being lower compared to previous instances when the index surpassed 3600 points, indicating a higher concentration of emerging industries, particularly hard technology [3][4] - Investment strategies for the second half of the year should focus on stability first, followed by aggressive positioning as uncertainties diminish, with key areas of interest including industrial metals, lithium batteries, innovative pharmaceuticals, and AI-related sectors [3][4] - The shift in investment strategy from short-term trading to a more patient, long-term holding approach is recommended, with an emphasis on diversifying investments across multiple promising sectors and maintaining a balanced portfolio [5][6]