Group 1 - Spot gold has fallen below $4,450 per ounce, with spot silver dropping over 3%, spot platinum declining more than 7%, and spot palladium decreasing over 5% [1] - The Bloomberg Commodity Index (BCOM) is set for an annual weight rebalancing in January 2026, which will force passive funds to execute "technical selling" [1] - The expected futures selling pressure is projected to account for 9% of total silver holdings and 3% of total gold holdings [1]

Core Viewpoint - The South African rand's appreciation and soaring metal prices have driven the market capitalization of the South African benchmark stock index to its highest level since 2019, surpassing $500 billion [1] Group 1: Market Performance - The FTSE/JSE Africa All Share Index's market capitalization has exceeded $500 billion, surpassing that of countries like Norway, Malaysia, and Turkey from the previous year [1] - The Johannesburg stock market rose by 38% last year, marking its best annual performance since 2005, with precious metals and mining stocks leading the gains [1] - The index has increased by over 2% this year, continuing its upward trend alongside the appreciation of the rand [1] Group 2: Currency and Commodity Trends - The South African rand appreciated by 14% against the US dollar, which expanded the index's gains to 57% when measured in dollars [1] - The rand reached a three-year high of 16.31 rand per dollar, driven by rising gold prices [1] - BlackRock's International Thematic Investment Head, Evy Hambro, indicated that commodities may continue to support the stock market, with gold prices expected to maintain their upward momentum as purchasing power weakens [1]

Group 1: Report Summary - Report Title: Metal Options Strategy Morning Report [1] - Report Date: January 7, 2026 - Research Team: Li Liqin, Huang Kehan, Li Renjun [2] Group 2: Investment Ratings - No investment ratings were provided in the report. Group 3: Core Views - For non - ferrous metals, which are trending upwards, a seller's neutral volatility strategy is recommended [2]. - For the black series, which are experiencing significant fluctuations, a short - volatility portfolio strategy is suitable [2]. - For precious metals, which are rebounding, a bull spread portfolio strategy is suggested [2]. Group 4: Market Overview Futures Market - Copper (CU2602) closed at 104,600, up 1,300 (1.26%) with a trading volume of 29.10 million hands and an open interest of 22.36 million hands [3]. - Aluminum (AL2602) closed at 24,695, up 620 (2.58%) with a trading volume of 55.17 million hands and an open interest of 25.31 million hands [3]. - Other metals such as zinc, lead, nickel, etc., also had their respective price changes, trading volumes, and open interest as detailed in the report [3]. Option Factors - Volume and Open Interest PCR: Different metals had varying volume and open - interest PCR values, which are used to describe the strength of the option underlying and potential turning points [4]. - Pressure and Support Levels: Pressure and support levels were identified for each metal option based on the strike prices of the maximum open interest of call and put options [5]. - Implied Volatility: Implied volatility data for each metal option were presented, including at - the - money implied volatility, weighted implied volatility, and its changes [6]. Group 5: Strategy Recommendations Non - Ferrous Metals - **Copper**: A bull spread strategy for call options, a short - volatility seller's option portfolio strategy, and a spot long - hedging strategy are recommended [7]. - **Aluminum**: A bull spread strategy for call options, a short - volatility option portfolio strategy with a positive delta, and a spot collar strategy are suggested [9]. - **Zinc**: A short - volatility option portfolio strategy with a long - delta and a spot collar strategy are recommended [9]. - **Nickel**: A bull spread strategy for call options, a short - volatility option portfolio strategy with a long - delta, and a spot covered - call strategy are suggested [10]. - **Tin**: A short - volatility strategy and a spot collar strategy are recommended [10]. - **Lithium Carbonate**: A short - volatility option portfolio strategy with a long - delta and a spot long - hedging strategy are suggested [11]. Precious Metals - **Silver**: A short - volatility option seller's portfolio strategy with a neutral delta and a spot hedging strategy are recommended [12]. Black Series - **Rebar**: A short - volatility option portfolio strategy with a short - delta and a spot covered - call strategy are suggested [13]. - **Iron Ore**: A short - volatility option portfolio strategy with a neutral delta and a spot long - collar strategy are recommended [13]. - **Ferroalloys (Manganese Silicon and Silicon Iron)**: Strategies such as short - volatility strategies and spot hedging strategies are recommended according to their respective market conditions [14]. - **Industrial Silicon**: A short - volatility option portfolio strategy with a neutral delta and a spot long - hedging strategy are suggested [14]. - **Glass**: A short - volatility option portfolio strategy and a spot long - collar strategy are recommended [15].

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Core Viewpoint - The 2026 investment outlook for the A-share market highlights the impact of geopolitical changes and technological innovations, particularly in AI, on capital markets, while addressing potential challenges and opportunities for investors [3][4][31]. Market Overview - The A-share market has shown a bullish trend, with major indices recording their second consecutive year of positive annual K-lines, particularly the Shanghai Composite Index reaching a 10-year high [4][32]. - Historical data indicates that the A-share market has never recorded three consecutive years of positive annual K-lines, raising questions about the potential for a new cycle in 2026 [4][33]. Key Drivers of the Bull Market - The bull market is driven by several core factors, including the government's strong emphasis on the stock market, a prolonged low-interest-rate environment favoring dividend stocks, and the stock market's emergence as a leading asset class with mid-term growth potential [5][34][36]. - The market's dynamics are influenced by both short-term and mid-term variables, with the potential emergence of new long-term cycle variables that may not be immediately recognized by investors [4][33]. Market Consensus and Analysis - The consensus among analysts is that the government is committed to high-quality capital market development, as evidenced by various supportive policies introduced since early 2024 [5][34]. - The low-interest-rate environment has been beneficial for dividend-paying stocks, which have become a core component of long-term investment strategies [5][34]. - The stock market is increasingly viewed as a primary asset class with significant mid-term growth potential, especially as real estate's role in economic growth diminishes [5][34]. Geopolitical and Economic Context - The ongoing geopolitical tensions, particularly between the US and China, are reshaping the investment landscape, with implications for market dynamics and corporate performance [8][39]. - The competition between the US and China is recognized as a critical geopolitical issue, influencing market sentiment and investment strategies [8][39]. Market Valuation and Structural Changes - The valuation framework of the A-share market is undergoing significant changes, with a notable divergence in performance between consumer stocks and technology sector stocks [40]. - The market's valuation adjustments may reflect a broader shift towards innovation-driven growth, necessitating a reevaluation of traditional investment strategies [40][43]. Investment Themes for 2026 - Key investment themes for 2026 include the continued focus on AI and technology innovation, resource commodities like gold, silver, and copper, and the potential for price increases in various sectors due to supply-demand dynamics [22][26][28]. - The performance of innovative pharmaceuticals is also highlighted, with expectations for continued growth driven by successful business development transactions and advancements in drug development [26][27].

Stock Market - The A-share market continued to rise with a volume increase, with Wind All A up by 1.59% and a trading volume of 2.83 trillion yuan [3][9] - The non-ferrous metals sector led the gains, influenced by geopolitical factors related to Venezuela, while non-bank financials also performed well [3][9] - There was a significant net subscription of 110 billion yuan in broad-based ETFs in December, with nearly 102 billion yuan allocated to A500 ETF, which has a high correlation with the CSI 300 index [3][10] - The CSI 1000 index's revenue growth for Q3 was approximately 2.6% year-on-year, providing strong support for its current valuation [3][10] - The spring market rally may be less intense than in previous years due to the lack of favorable conditions such as liquidity easing and sustained improvement in inflation expectations [3][10] Bond Market - The 30-year, 10-year, 5-year, and 2-year government bond contracts saw declines of 0.31%, 0.13%, 0.11%, and 0.05% respectively [4][11] - The People's Bank of China conducted a 162 billion yuan reverse repurchase operation with a bid rate of 1.4%, maintaining the same rate as the previous operation [4][11] - The money market remains reasonably ample, which is the main support for the bond market, but economic stability, rising inflation, and cautious interest rate cuts pose constraints [4][11][5] - The bond market is expected to remain in a range-bound pattern in the short term, with upward pressure requiring significant inflation recovery and downward pressure needing guidance from interest rate cuts [5][11] Precious Metals - London spot precious metals experienced a slight increase, with silver, platinum, and palladium showing active performance [6][12] - The gold-silver ratio fell to 54.4, and the platinum-palladium price spread rose to approximately 620 USD per ounce [6][12] - Internal divisions within the Federal Reserve regarding the interest rate path continue, with some officials suggesting that rates may need to be cut further this year [6][12] - Geopolitical tensions, particularly related to U.S.-Iran conflicts, are expected to keep gold prices strong, while silver, platinum, and palladium are likely to maintain upward momentum due to solid fundamentals and market sentiment [6][12]

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1. Report Industry Investment Rating - Not provided in the given content 2. Core View of the Report - Based on the gradually increasing policy expectations in China, it is recommended to emphasize the offensiveness of portfolio allocation under the "balanced allocation" strategy framework. Long - position overweight is recommended for stock indices and non - ferrous metals (copper, aluminum, tin). Precious metals should be standard - allocated in the short term and overweighted at low levels after volatility stabilizes. For different asset classes, the driving logics in the quarterly dimension vary: the domestic equity market is expected to strengthen driven by policy expectations and the expectation of front - loaded fiscal efforts; treasury bonds can be considered for bull - steepening opportunities under the expectation of easing, but the odds are limited, and a standard allocation is generally recommended; precious metals have high short - term volatility, and investors are advised to build positions at low levels after volatility stabilizes; non - ferrous metals perform relatively better supported by the macro and industry; black commodities return to a weak and oscillatory state after the rebound driven by winter storage; crude oil is generally oscillatory and it is recommended to stay on the sidelines [5]. 3. Summary According to Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Overseas and Domestic Macroeconomic Situation - **Overseas**: Trump may announce the nomination for the new Fed Chair in January. Hassett is the most popular candidate, and the interest - rate cut path may be faster in the next one to two years. The geopolitical event in Venezuela over the weekend has a relatively limited short - term positive effect on crude oil and precious metals. Venezuela has about 17% of the world's oil reserves but its actual daily output is only about 1 million barrels, accounting for 1% of the global supply [5]. - **Domestic**: Policy expectations are rising in the first quarter. The manufacturing PMI rebounded in December, with both supply and demand improving marginally. The 2026 national subsidy policy has been released, with some optimizations compared to 2025. The National Development and Reform Commission has organized and issued the list of "two important" construction projects and the central budget investment plan for 2026, totaling about 295 billion yuan, and approved or approved major infrastructure projects with a total investment of over 400 billion yuan. Coupled with the 500 billion yuan of new policy - based financial instrument funds issued at the end of October, the investment side is expected to gradually stabilize in the first quarter [5]. 3.2 Asset Views - **Stock Indices**: It is recommended to overweight. The domestic equity market is expected to strengthen driven by policy expectations and the expectation of front - loaded fiscal efforts [5]. - **Treasury Bonds**: It is recommended to maintain a standard allocation. There are opportunities for bull - steepening under the expectation of easing, but the odds are limited [5]. - **Precious Metals**: Standard - allocate in the short term due to high volatility, and overweight at low levels after volatility stabilizes. The short - term positive effect of the Venezuela event on precious metals is limited, and they may show a high - opening and falling - back trend if the conflict does not escalate [5]. - **Non - ferrous Metals**: Overweight. They perform relatively better supported by the macro and industry [5]. - **Black Commodities**: After the rebound driven by winter storage, they return to a weak and oscillatory state [5]. - **Crude Oil**: Stay on the sidelines as it is generally oscillatory [5]. 3.3 View Highlights 3.3.1 Financial Sector - **Stock Index Futures**: The market is boosted by dual factors, but continuous upward movement requires waiting. The short - term judgment is oscillatory and rising, and the key point to watch is the situation of incremental funds [6]. - **Stock Index Options**: Use option covered strategies to increase returns. The short - term judgment is oscillatory, and the key point to watch is the liquidity of the option market [6]. - **Treasury Bond Futures**: The sentiment at the long end is still weak. The short - term judgment is oscillatory, and the key point to watch is the implementation of monetary policy [6]. 3.3.2 Precious Metals Sector - **Gold/Silver**: The expectation of loose liquidity is clear, and the structural shortage of silver spot persists. The short - term judgment is oscillatory and rising, and the key points to watch are the US fundamental performance, Fed monetary policy, and the trend of geopolitical conflicts [6]. 3.3.3 Shipping Sector - **Container Shipping to Europe**: The near - term is supported by pre - Spring Festival shipments, and the far - term is concerned about the risk of resumed voyages. The short - term judgment is oscillatory, and the key points to watch are the 2026 shipping company's resumption arrangements, the freight rates of long - term contracts signed at the end of the year, and the support of pre - Spring Festival shippers' shipments to freight rates [6]. 3.3.4 Black Building Materials Sector - **Steel and Iron Ore**: The cost performance is differentiated, and the market is in a weak adjustment. The short - term judgment is oscillatory, and the key points to watch are the progress of special bond issuance, steel export volume, iron - making water production, overseas mine production and shipment, domestic iron - making water production, weather factors, port ore inventory changes, and policy - level dynamics [6]. - **Coke**: Four rounds of price cuts have been implemented, and the bearish sentiment still exists. The short - term judgment is oscillatory, and the key points to watch are steel mill production, coking costs, and macro sentiment [6]. - **Coking Coal**: Coal mines in the production area are gradually resuming production, but downstream procurement is still cautious. The short - term judgment is oscillatory, and the key points to watch are steel mill production, coal mine safety inspections, and macro sentiment [6]. - **Silicon Iron**: The electricity price has slightly loosened, and attention should be paid to production control trends. The short - term judgment is oscillatory, and the key points to watch are raw material costs and steel procurement [6]. - **Manganese Silicon**: The supply pressure is difficult to solve, and the upward movement of the market is blocked. The short - term judgment is oscillatory, and the key points to watch are cost prices and overseas quotes [6]. - **Glass**: The actual demand is weak, and inventory is continuously transferred. The short - term judgment is oscillatory, and the key point to watch is the spot sales and production [6]. - **Soda Ash**: After the end of maintenance, production has recovered, and the upstream inventory has increased significantly. The short - term judgment is oscillatory, and the key point to watch is the soda ash inventory [6]. 3.3.5 Non - ferrous and New Materials Sector - **Copper**: Inventory is continuously accumulating, and copper prices are oscillating at a high level. The short - term judgment is oscillatory and rising, and the key points to watch are supply disruptions, unexpected domestic policies, less - than - expected dovishness of the Fed, less - than - expected recovery of domestic demand, and economic recession [6]. - **Alumina**: The oversupply situation has not improved significantly, and alumina prices continue to be under pressure. The short - term judgment is oscillatory, and the key points to watch are less - than - expected resumption of ore production, more - than - expected resumption of electrolytic aluminum production, and extreme sector trends [6]. - **Aluminum**: The Mozal aluminum plant is facing shutdown, and aluminum prices are oscillating at a high level. The short - term judgment is oscillatory and rising, and the key points to watch are macro risks, supply disruptions, and less - than - expected demand [6]. - **Zinc**: The LME zinc inventory continues to increase, and the rebound space of zinc prices is limited. The short - term judgment is oscillatory, and the key points to watch are macro - turning risks and more - than - expected recovery of zinc ore supply [6]. - **Lead**: The willingness of downstream buyers to take delivery has improved, and lead prices may stop falling and stabilize. The short - term judgment is oscillatory, and the key points to watch are supply - side disruptions and slowdown in battery exports [6]. - **Nickel**: Indonesia plans to significantly reduce the RKAB of nickel mines, and nickel prices are rebounding. The short - term judgment is oscillatory, and the key points to watch are unexpected macro and geopolitical changes, Indonesian policy risks, and less - than - expected supply release [6]. - **Stainless Steel**: The rebound of nickel prices drives the stainless - steel market to rise. The short - term judgment is oscillatory, and the key points to watch are Indonesian policy risks and more - than - expected demand growth [6]. - **Tin**: Downstream rigid demand is resilient, and tin prices are oscillating strongly. The short - term judgment is oscillatory and rising, and the key points to watch are the expectations of resumption of production in Wa State and demand improvement [6]. - **Industrial Silicon**: Market sentiment fluctuates, and silicon prices are rising. The short - term judgment is oscillatory, and the key points to watch are more - than - expected resumption of supply and policy changes [6]. - **Polysilicon**: The expectation of state - reserve purchase is still fermenting, and polysilicon continues to have high volatility. The short - term judgment is oscillatory, and the key points to watch are more - than - expected resumption of supply and domestic photovoltaic policy changes [6]. - **Lithium Carbonate**: Inventory depletion slows down, and lithium prices are under oscillatory pressure. The short - term judgment is oscillatory, and the key points to watch are less - than - expected demand, supply disruptions, and new technological breakthroughs [6]. 3.3.6 Energy and Chemical Sector - **Crude Oil**: Geopolitical factors continue to disrupt, and oil prices continue to oscillate. The short - term judgment is oscillatory, and the key points to watch are OPEC+ production policies and geopolitical situations [8]. - **LPG**: The strong - reality situation is loosening, and attention should be paid to the implementation of downstream production cuts. The short - term judgment is oscillatory, and the key points to watch are the cost progress of crude oil and overseas propane [8]. - **Asphalt**: The political turmoil in Venezuela causes the asphalt futures price to rise. The short - term judgment is oscillatory, and the key point to watch is sanctions and supply disruptions [8]. - **High - Sulfur Fuel Oil**: Support for fuel oil futures prices is gradually accumulating. The short - term judgment is oscillatory, and the key points to watch are geopolitics and crude oil prices [8]. - **Low - Sulfur Fuel Oil**: The low - sulfur fuel oil futures price is oscillating downward. The short - term judgment is oscillatory, and the key point to watch is the crude oil price [8]. - **Methanol**: Overseas disruptions occur frequently, and methanol is oscillating strongly. The short - term judgment is oscillatory and rising, and the key points to watch are macro - energy and actual overseas shutdown dynamics [8]. - **Urea**: After - holiday trading is active, and urea is stable and strong. The short - term judgment is oscillatory, and the key points to watch are the coal market and the progress of commercial storage [8]. - **Ethylene Glycol**: The reduction in polyester production is gradually being realized, and the driving force of ethylene glycol is general. The short - term judgment is oscillatory, and the key points to watch are fluctuations in coal and oil prices and the rhythm of port inventory [8]. - **PX**: There is a repeated game between weak terminal demand and strong expectations, and it is consolidating at a high level. The short - term judgment is oscillatory, and the key points to watch are sharp fluctuations in crude oil, macro - level abnormalities, and disruptions in refining and chemical plants [8]. - **PTA**: The TA processing fee is at the upper end of the range, and the continuous upward space is limited. The short - term judgment is oscillatory, and the key points to watch are sharp fluctuations in crude oil, macro - level abnormalities, and insufficient support from downstream polyester loads [8]. - **Short - Fiber**: Weak terminal demand restricts price elasticity. The short - term judgment is oscillatory, and the key points to watch are the purchasing rhythm of downstream yarn mills and the demand change rhythm around the Spring Festival [8]. - **Bottle - Grade PET**: More device maintenance is scheduled in January, and the basis is firm. The short - term judgment is oscillatory, and the key points to watch are the implementation of bottle - grade PET enterprise production - cut targets and sea freight [8]. - **Propylene**: There is an expectation of reduced PDH operation, and PL is oscillating. The short - term judgment is oscillatory, and the key points to watch are oil prices and the domestic macro - situation [8]. - **PP**: Maintenance increases, and PP is oscillating. The short - term judgment is oscillatory, and the key points to watch are oil prices and domestic and overseas macro - situations [8]. - **Plastic**: The support from maintenance is limited, and plastic is considered oscillatory. The short - term judgment is oscillatory, and the key points to watch are oil prices and domestic and overseas macro - situations [8]. - **Styrene**: Driven by exports and a warm commodity atmosphere, styrene has been oscillating strongly recently. The short - term judgment is oscillatory, and the key points to watch are oil prices, macro - policies, and device dynamics [8]. - **PVC**: Overseas device shutdowns cause PVC to rebound strongly. The short - term judgment is oscillatory, and the key points to watch are expectations, costs, and supply [8]. - **Caustic Soda**: Supply and demand are under pressure, and costs are decreasing. Caustic soda is cautiously weak. The short - term judgment is oscillatory, and the key points to watch are market sentiment, operation, and demand [8]. 3.3.7 Agricultural Sector - **Oils and Fats**: The supply is expected to be loose, and oils and fats are adjusting downward. The short - term judgment is oscillatory, and the key points to watch are South American weather and Malaysian palm oil production and demand data [8]. - **Protein Meal**: The expectation of a bumper harvest in South America is strong, and the two types of meal are oscillating at a low level. The short - term judgment is oscillatory, and the key points to watch are customs policies, South American weather, the macro - situation, and Sino - US and Sino - Canadian trade wars [8]. - **Corn/Starch**: Trading is gradually resuming, and prices are oscillating within a range. The short - term judgment is oscillatory, and the key points to watch are demand, the macro - situation, and weather [8]. - **Hogs**: The sow inventory decreased in December, and the far - month futures market rebounded. The short - term judgment is oscillatory, and the key points to watch are breeding sentiment, epidemics, and policies [8]. - **Natural Rubber**: The bullish sentiment still exists, and rubber prices are oscillating at a high level. The short - term judgment is oscillatory and rising, and the key points to watch are产区 weather, raw material prices, and macro - changes [8]. - **Synthetic Rubber**: The market maintains an oscillatory trend. The short - term judgment is oscillatory and rising, and the key point to watch is sharp fluctuations in crude oil [8]. - **Cotton**: Cotton prices are rising with increasing positions. The short - term judgment is oscillatory and rising, and the key points to watch are production and demand [8]. - **Sugar**: Sugar prices are fluctuating within a narrow range and are still under pressure in the medium term. The short - term judgment is oscillatory and falling, and the key points to watch are imports and northern hemisphere production [8]. - **Pulp**: The market is driven by funds and the macro - situation, and pulp futures are oscillating repeatedly. The short - term judgment is oscillatory and rising, and the key points to watch are macro - economic changes and fluctuations in US - dollar - denominated quotes [8]. - **Offset Printing Paper**: The spot is stable, and the market is strong. The short - term judgment is oscillatory, and the key points to watch are sales and production, education policies, and paper mill operation dynamics [8]. - **Logs**: Supply and demand are both weak, and prices are oscillating within a narrow range. The short - term judgment is oscillatory, and the key points to watch are shipment volume and dispatch volume [8].

Report Summary 1. Report Industry Investment Rating No investment rating for the industry is provided in the report. 2. Core Viewpoints - In 2026, precious metals, especially industrial precious metals, will continue to perform strongly. Factors such as the restructuring of the international political and economic landscape, the Fed's loose monetary policy, the improvement of the global economic growth outlook, and the substitution demand of silver and platinum for gold jewelry will drive the upward trend. However, the large influx of investment funds also means significant price volatility. It is recommended that investors maintain a long - biased trading mindset but strictly control the position size. Long - hedgers should hedge in batches as soon as possible, and short - hedgers should appropriately reduce the hedging ratio. For conservative traders, they can consider cross - variety arbitrage by going long on silver and platinum and short on gold and palladium [4][5]. 3. Summary by Directory Precious Metals Market Conditions and Outlook - **Intraday Market**: The decline of the US ISM manufacturing PMI in December 2025 to 47.9% supported the market's expectation of the Fed's continued loose monetary policy. Trump's expression of the desire to annex Greenland, along with liquidity premiums and geopolitical risks, pushed the precious metals sector to continue its strong performance. However, London gold faced selling pressure around $4,500 per ounce, and the market was cautious before the release of the December non - farm payroll data. It is believed that the correction at the end of December 2025 has fully released the adjustment risks accumulated within precious metals. This week, attention should be paid to the situations in Venezuela and Russia - Ukraine, the US December non - farm payroll data, and China's price and financial data [4]. - **Medium - term Market**: Although Trump's 2.0 government has basically completed the internal restructuring of federal agencies and the reconstruction of the foreign trade system, Trump will still focus on promoting the MAGA reform process in 2026, with an emphasis on consolidating the geopolitical strategic space in the Western Hemisphere, which may lead to a significant increase in geopolitical risks. The restructuring of the global political and economic landscape and the loose monetary policies of central banks around the world will continue to boost the demand for reserve diversification, the strategic value of rare precious metals, and liquidity premiums in the precious metals sector. In 2026, the precious metals sector will continue the medium - term upward trend since 2024. The improvement of global economic growth momentum and the substitution demand of silver and platinum for gold jewelry will make the performance of silver and platinum stronger than that of gold [5]. Main Macro Events/Data - **Venezuelan Situation**: Venezuelan President Maduro, who was arrested by the US, pleaded not guilty in a US court on Monday, and his wife Cilia Flores also pleaded not guilty. The next court session is scheduled for March 17. In Caracas, Maduro's vice - president Rodriguez was sworn in as the interim president of Venezuela, expressing support for Maduro but not indicating resistance to US actions. The Trump administration plans to meet with executives of US oil companies later this week to discuss increasing Venezuela's oil production after the arrest of Maduro [17]. - **US Manufacturing Index**: The US ISM manufacturing index in December dropped to 47.9, the lowest since October 2024, and it has been below 50 for 10 consecutive months. New orders further shrank, and input costs continued to rise, indicating that the industry is still deeply affected by the Trump administration's import tariffs. Although the possibility of a short - term manufacturing recovery is small, economists still hope for a rebound this year as Trump's tax - cut policy takes effect [17]. - **Trump's Desire to Annex Greenland**: US President Trump has repeatedly expressed his hope to annex Greenland. He said in an interview with The Atlantic on Sunday that "we really need Greenland, absolutely. We need it for defense." The leader of Greenland responded that it was enough, and Denmark's European allies also reiterated that the future of this Arctic island must be determined by its people [17].

Group 1 - The performance of the global commodity market is characterized by three distinct trends: oil prices are declining, nickel prices are surging, and gold is steadily increasing [3][4] - Oil prices have dropped by 2% to around $57 per barrel, as traders reassess the potential for a resolution to the Ukraine conflict, which could alleviate energy security concerns in Europe and highlight the oversupply in the oil market [3][4] - Nickel prices have surged over 10%, marking the largest single-day increase in over three years, driven by supply risks from Indonesia and strong market interest in the metal, reflecting expectations for continued growth in the electric vehicle sector [3][4] Group 2 - Gold has shown a moderate increase, remaining above $4,490 per ounce, as investors shift focus from geopolitical events to macroeconomic indicators, particularly upcoming U.S. economic data [4][5] - The current commodity market is experiencing a "logical differentiation," with oil reflecting geopolitical risk and oversupply, nickel driven by strong demand for green technologies, and gold responding to macroeconomic uncertainties [4][5] - Investors are advised to adopt targeted strategies based on their focus areas: caution in oil, opportunities in nickel, and the continued value of gold for asset allocation and risk hedging [5]