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Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Positive" investment rating for the metals and new materials industry [2] Core Viewpoints - The report highlights a strong performance in the metals sector, with the non-ferrous metals index outperforming the broader market indices [3][4] - It emphasizes the upward trend in industrial metal prices, particularly copper and aluminum, driven by supply-demand dynamics and macroeconomic factors [3][9] - The report suggests a long-term bullish outlook for gold prices due to central bank purchasing trends and geopolitical uncertainties [3][21] Weekly Market Review - The Shanghai Composite Index rose by 1.91%, while the non-ferrous metals index increased by 5.11%, outperforming the CSI 300 by 3.16 percentage points [3][4] - Year-to-date, the non-ferrous metals index has risen by 17.99%, significantly outpacing the CSI 300 [4][8] - Key metal price movements include a 7.33% increase in copper and a 5.37% rise in aluminum over the past week [3][9] Price Changes - Industrial metal prices saw increases: copper up by 2.54%, aluminum by 1.78%, and zinc by 5.65% [3][15] - Precious metals experienced a decline, with gold prices down by 2.90% [3][15] - Lithium prices showed a slight increase, with battery-grade lithium carbonate rising by 1.67% [3][15] Supply and Demand Analysis - Copper supply remains tight, with domestic social inventory decreasing by 1.6 million tons [3][29] - Aluminum production capacity is stable, with a reported operating rate of 97.6% [3][46] - Steel production has increased, but demand from downstream sectors has softened, leading to a mixed outlook for the steel market [3][67] Key Company Valuations - Notable companies in the sector include Zijin Mining, with a PE ratio of 25, and China Aluminum, with a PE ratio of 16 [3][18] - The report suggests focusing on companies with stable earnings and dividend attributes, such as Baosteel and Shandong Steel [3][19]

Group 1 - The copper concept sector increased by 1.95%, ranking 6th among concept sectors, with 58 stocks rising, including Northern Copper, which hit the daily limit, and Jin Chengxin, Jiangxi Copper, and Jintian Co., which rose by 6.70%, 6.12%, and 6.05% respectively [1][2] - The main capital inflow into the copper concept sector was 281 million yuan, with 35 stocks receiving net inflows, and 5 stocks seeing inflows exceeding 50 million yuan, led by Northern Copper with a net inflow of 244 million yuan [2][3] - The net inflow ratios for Northern Copper, Xiyu Co., and ST Shengtun were 19.90%, 15.00%, and 11.19% respectively, indicating strong investor interest in these stocks [3] Group 2 - The top gainers in the copper concept sector included Northern Copper, which rose by 10.03%, and Xiyu Co., which increased by 5.95%, while the top losers included Huamao Co., which fell by 7.56% [3][6] - The trading volume and turnover rates for the leading stocks in the copper sector showed significant activity, with Northern Copper having a turnover rate of 6.86% and Xiyu Co. at 4.85% [3][4] - The overall performance of the copper concept sector reflects a positive sentiment among investors, as evidenced by the substantial net inflows and the number of stocks experiencing gains [2][5]

Gold Market - Gold prices dropped significantly, with a decline of over $30, as geopolitical risks decreased and market focus shifted to the Federal Reserve's monetary policy [1] - President Trump criticized Fed Chairman Powell, calling him "terrible," and indicated he is considering three to four candidates for the Fed chair position, which may affect market confidence in the dollar [1] - Since Trump's presidency, the dollar index has fallen over 11%, despite the Fed not cutting interest rates, raising concerns about Trump's potential impact on the U.S. economy and institutions [1] - Market strategist Peng Cheng noted that while Powell remains in his position, Trump's pressure on the Fed raises doubts about its independence, potentially diminishing trust in the dollar [1] - Technically, gold's daily chart shows a small bearish candle, breaking below mid-term moving average support, with a potential short-term rebound expected [1] Oil Market - Oil prices remained stable with minimal fluctuations, but a lack of buying pressure suggests significant upward resistance [2] - Investors should monitor three potential risks: OPEC+ production increase plans, shipping safety in the Strait of Hormuz, and U.S.-EU tariff negotiations [2] - OPEC+ has been increasing production since April, with June's output expected to rise by 411,000 barrels per day, maintaining the same increase as May [2] - The IEA forecasts a global oil supply surplus by 2025, even if OPEC+ maintains current production levels [2] - Geopolitical risks in the Strait of Hormuz have decreased, with positive signals from Iran and Israel regarding conflict resolution [2] - The outlook for U.S.-EU trade negotiations is pessimistic, with the EU preparing for various scenarios, including a potential breakdown in talks, which could negatively impact the global economy [2] - Technically, oil's daily chart shows a small bullish candle, indicating a correction from previous declines, with a focus on the $66.60 resistance level [2] Copper Market - Copper prices experienced a significant increase, forming a breakout from a trading range, with a high probability of reaching new highs in the short term [3] - The 1-hour chart indicates an upward continuation pattern, with attention on the $5 support level [3] Nikkei 225 - The Nikkei 225 index has shown strong bullish momentum, but there is a risk of overextension [5] - The 4-hour chart suggests that the structure is nearing completion, with prices being significantly overbought, indicating a potential for a pullback [5] - Short-term focus should be on the resistance level around 40,400 [5]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the news highlights a significant rise in copper and aluminum stocks, with companies like Zhongfu Industrial and Northern Copper reaching their daily limit, and Zijin Mining increasing by over 3% [1][3] - The Copper sector is expected to see prices peak at approximately $10,050 per ton by August 2025, driven by tightening supply outside the U.S. and a significant drop in available inventory at the London Metal Exchange, which has decreased by about 80% this year [3] - The Aluminum sector is crucial for manufacturing and high-tech development, with China's aluminum production projected to reach 67.83 million tons in 2024, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 7.61% [3] - The Rare Earth sector is viewed positively due to export controls and supply chain adjustments, with increasing demand anticipated from downstream applications like humanoid robots and low-altitude economies [3] Group 2 - The "Metal Heart" of modern industry is represented by the diversified exposure of the leading non-ferrous metal ETF (159876), which tracks the Zhongzheng Non-Ferrous Metal Index, with weights of 25.5% for copper, 17.5% for gold, 16.2% for aluminum, 9.3% for rare earths, and 8.1% for lithium [4] - This diversified approach helps mitigate risks compared to investing in single metal sectors, making it suitable for inclusion in investment portfolios [4]

1. Report Industry Investment Ratings - No relevant content provided 2. Core Views Copper - Short - term copper prices are expected to fluctuate strongly due to interest - rate cut expectations and CL spread drivers, but weak macro - expectations limit the upside. The reference range for the main contract is 78,000 - 81,000 [1]. Aluminum - Alumina prices are expected to oscillate weakly in the short term, with the main contract reference range of 2,750 - 3,150. It is recommended to arrange short positions at high levels in the medium - to - long term. Aluminum prices are supported by the macro - environment, low inventory, and high aluminum - water ratio, but the consumption off - season restricts the upside. Short - term prices are expected to oscillate widely at high levels [4]. Zinc - Short - term overseas interest - rate cut expectations boost zinc prices, but downstream acceptance is low after the price increase. In the medium - to - long term, a rebound - selling strategy is recommended, with the main contract reference range of 21,500 - 23,000 [7]. Nickel - In the short term, the nickel futures market is expected to adjust weakly within a range, with the main contract reference range of 116,000 - 124,000. The cost support for refined nickel has weakened, and the medium - term supply is expected to be loose [9]. Stainless Steel - The stainless - steel market fundamentals are weak. The supply is high, demand is soft, and inventory reduction is slow. The short - term market is expected to operate weakly, with the main contract reference range of 12,300 - 13,000 [11]. Tin - Short - term tin prices are expected to oscillate strongly due to tight supply, but pessimistic demand expectations prevail. A strategy of shorting at high levels based on supply - side recovery and inventory inflection points is recommended [14]. Lithium Carbonate - The lithium - carbonate market is expected to oscillate in the short term. The supply is sufficient, and demand is stable but hard to boost. The main contract is expected to run in the range of 58,000 - 62,000 [17]. 3. Summary by Directory Copper Price and Basis - SMM 1 electrolytic copper price rose to 78,940 yuan/ton, up 0.46% from the previous day. The SMM 1 electrolytic copper premium increased by 35 yuan/ton to 65 yuan/ton [1]. Fundamental Data - In May, electrolytic copper production was 113.83 million tons, up 1.12% month - on - month; imports were 25.31 million tons, up 1.23% month - on - month [1]. Aluminum Price and Spread - SMM A00 aluminum price rose to 20,610 yuan/ton, up 0.39% from the previous day. The SMM A00 aluminum premium decreased by 10 yuan/ton to 130 yuan/ton [4]. Fundamental Data - In May, alumina production was 727.21 million tons, up 2.66% month - on - month; electrolytic aluminum production was 372.90 million tons, up 3.41% month - on - month [4]. Zinc Price and Spread - SMM 0 zinc ingot price rose to 22,260 yuan/ton, up 0.27% from the previous day. The premium decreased by 15 yuan/ton to 75 yuan/ton [7]. Fundamental Data - In May, refined zinc production was 54.94 million tons, down 1.08% month - on - month; imports were 2.82 million tons, up 2.40% month - on - month [7]. Nickel Price and Basis - SMM 1 electrolytic nickel price rose to 121,650 yuan/ton, up 1.76% from the previous day. The 1 Jinchuan nickel premium decreased by 100 yuan/ton to 2,900 yuan/ton [9]. Fundamental Data - China's refined nickel production in May was 35,350 tons, down 2.62% month - on - month; imports were 8,832 tons, up 8.18% month - on - month [9]. Stainless Steel Price and Basis - The price of 304/2B (Wuxi Hongwang 2.0 coil) rose to 12,700 yuan/ton, up 0.40% from the previous day. The spot - futures spread decreased by 45 yuan/ton to 235 yuan/ton [11]. Fundamental Data - China's 300 - series stainless - steel crude - steel production in April (43 companies) was 179.12 million tons, up 0.36% month - on - month [11]. Tin Price and Basis - SMM 1 tin price rose to 265,800 yuan/ton, up 1.41% from the previous day. The SMM 1 tin premium decreased by 200 yuan/ton to 750 yuan/ton [14]. Fundamental Data - In May, tin ore imports were 13,449 tons, up 36.39% month - on - month; SMM refined tin production was 14,840 tons, down 2.37% month - on - month [14]. Lithium Carbonate Price and Basis - SMM battery - grade lithium carbonate average price rose to 60,600 yuan/ton, up 0.66% from the previous day. The SMM battery - grade lithium carbonate premium decreased by 220 yuan/ton to - 480 yuan/ton [17]. Fundamental Data - In May, lithium carbonate production was 72,080 tons, down 2.34% month - on - month; demand was 83,960 tons, up 4.83% month - on - month [17].

1. Report Industry Investment Ratings - **Macro Finance**: - A-shares: Bullish in the short term [1] - Treasury bonds: Limited upside in the short term [1] - Gold: Volatile [1] - Silver: Volatile [1] - **Non-ferrous Metals**: - Copper: Bullish in the short term [1] - Aluminum: Volatile [1] - Alumina: Volatile [1] - Nickel: Volatile, limited upside in the short term, bearish in the long term [1] - Stainless steel: Bullish in the short term, bearish in the long term [1] - Tin: Bearish in the short term, potential upside from oil price increase [1] - Industrial silicon: Bearish [1] - Polysilicon: Bearish [1] - Lithium carbonate: Bearish [1] - **Black Metals**: - Rebar: No upward momentum [1] - Hot-rolled coil: No upward momentum [1] - Iron ore: Volatile [1] - Coking coal: Bearish [1] - Coke: Bearish [1] - Glass: Bearish [1] - Soda ash: Bearish [1] - **Agricultural Products**: - Palm oil: Bearish [1] - Soybean oil: Bearish [1] - Cotton: Bearish [1] - Sugar: Potential for higher production [1] - Corn: Bullish in the medium term [1] - Pulp: Bearish [1] - Raw silk: Neutral [1] - Live pigs: Stable [1] - **Energy and Chemicals**: - Crude oil: Bearish [1] - Fuel oil: Bearish [1] - Asphalt: Bearish [1] - BR rubber: Bearish in the short term [1] - PTA: Bearish [1] - Ethylene glycol: Bearish [1] - Short fiber: Bearish [1] - Pure benzene: Volatile [1] - Styrene: Volatile [1] - PVC: Bearish [1] - Caustic soda: Volatile [1] - LPG: Bearish [1] 2. Core Views of the Report - In the short term, the A-share market has good liquidity, geopolitical conflicts have significantly eased, and overseas disturbances have weakened, so the stock index is expected to fluctuate strongly [1] - The weak economy is beneficial for bond futures, but the central bank's warning on interest rate risks restricts the upward space in the short term [1] - The improvement in market risk appetite may put short-term pressure on gold prices, but uncertainties such as geopolitics and tariffs remain high, so gold prices are expected to fluctuate [1] - The Fed's dovish remarks and the opening of the re-export window may lead to a further decline in copper inventories, so copper prices are expected to fluctuate strongly in the short term [1] - The low inventory of domestic electrolytic aluminum and the off-season demand result in volatile aluminum prices [1] - The supply of some non-ferrous metals is expected to recover, and demand shows signs of weakening, so attention should be paid to shorting opportunities at high levels [1] - The improvement in macro sentiment requires attention to tariff progress and economic data at home and abroad [1] - The supply of some agricultural products is affected by various factors, and the market shows different trends, such as the potential decline in Brazilian sugar production due to the change in the sugar-to-ethanol ratio [1] - The geopolitical situation in the Middle East has cooled down, Trump's energy policy is negative for crude oil, and the long-term supply and demand tend to be loose [1] 3. Summary by Related Catalogs Macro Finance - **A-shares**: Short-term liquidity is good, geopolitical conflicts ease, and overseas disturbances weaken, so the stock index is expected to fluctuate strongly [1] - **Treasury bonds**: The weak economy is beneficial for bond futures, but the central bank's warning on interest rate risks restricts the upward space in the short term [1] - **Gold**: Market risk appetite improves, putting short-term pressure on gold prices, but uncertainties keep prices volatile [1] - **Silver**: Silver prices are expected to fluctuate in the short term [1] Non-ferrous Metals - **Copper**: Fed's dovish remarks and re-export window may lead to lower inventories, so copper prices are expected to fluctuate strongly in the short term [1] - **Aluminum**: Low inventory and off-season demand result in volatile aluminum prices [1] - **Alumina**: Spot price decline and production increase put pressure on the futures price, but the discount limits the downside [1] - **Nickel**: High nickel ore premium and inventory increase limit the short-term upside, and long-term oversupply remains a concern [1] - **Stainless steel**: Short-term futures may rebound, but the sustainability is uncertain, and long-term supply pressure exists [1] - **Tin**: Short-term pressure from photovoltaic production cuts, potential upside from oil price increase [1] - **Industrial silicon**: Supply resumes, demand is low, and inventory pressure is huge [1] - **Polysilicon**: Downstream production declines, and supply reduction is not obvious [1] - **Lithium carbonate**: Falling ore prices and high downstream inventory lead to weak buying [1] Black Metals - **Rebar and Hot-rolled coil**: In the transition from peak to off-season, cost weakens, and supply-demand is loose, with no upward momentum [1] - **Iron ore**: Iron water may peak, and supply may increase in June, so attention should be paid to steel pressure [1] - **Coking coal and Coke**: Supply surplus exists, and the rebound space is limited [1] - **Glass**: Supply and demand are weak, and prices continue to decline [1] - **Soda ash**: Maintenance resumes, supply surplus is a concern, and demand is weak, so prices are under pressure [1] Agricultural Products - **Palm oil and Soybean oil**: After the decline of crude oil, the supply-demand is weak, and prices are expected to fall [1] - **Cotton**: Domestic cotton prices are expected to fluctuate weakly due to consumption off-season and inventory accumulation [1] - **Sugar**: Brazilian sugar production is expected to increase, and the change in the sugar-to-ethanol ratio may affect production [1] - **Corn**: Short-term price is affected by auction news, but the medium-term outlook is bullish [1] - **Pulp**: In the demand off-season, it is bearish after the positive news fades [1] - **Raw silk**: High持仓 and intense capital game lead to large fluctuations, so it is recommended to wait and see [1] - **Live pigs**: Inventory is abundant, and futures prices are stable [1] Energy and Chemicals - **Crude oil and Fuel oil**: Geopolitical cooling, Trump's energy policy, and long-term supply-demand loosening are negative factors [1] - **Asphalt**: Cost drag, potential tax refund increase, and slow demand recovery [1] - **BR rubber**: Temporary stability due to geopolitical cooling, but weak fundamentals in the short term [1] - **PTA, Ethylene glycol, and Short fiber**: Affected by the decline of crude oil and other factors, prices are bearish [1] - **Pure benzene and Styrene**: Volatile due to market sentiment and supply-demand changes [1] - **PVC**: Supply pressure increases due to the end of maintenance and the entry of new devices, so prices are bearish [1] - **Caustic soda**: Maintenance is almost over, and attention should be paid to the change in liquid chlorine [1] - **LPG**: Geopolitical relief, seasonal off-season, and inflow of low-cost foreign goods lead to downward pressure [1]

Report Overview - Report Title: Copper Futures Daily Report [1] - Date: June 26, 2025 [2] - Researcher: Zhang Ping, Yu Feifei, Peng Jinglin [3][4] 1. Report Industry Investment Rating - Not provided in the report 2. Report's Core View - The short - term copper price is expected to maintain an upward trend due to low inventory support and a warming macro - environment. The market should pay attention to the Shanghai copper's test of the previous high pressure level [11] 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs 3.1. Market Review and Operation Suggestions - Shanghai copper slightly rose to 78,810, with total positions increasing by 11,458 lots. The 07 - 08 spread on the board narrowed to 130, and the spot premium dropped 10 to 30. Downstream demand for high - priced copper was limited during the off - season [11] - LME market spreads also narrowed, with the 0 - 3 spread narrowing to $150/ton. The shortage of spot goods slightly eased, but LME inventory continued to decline by 1,200 to 93,475 tons. The high BACK structure caused by low LME inventory is difficult to ease in the short term [11] - The COMEX - LME spread widened to $1,214/ton. The high C - L premium due to the delayed US tariff implementation led to the continuous transfer of global inventory to COMEX. SHFE and LME will face continuous de - stocking pressure [11] - The macro - environment has improved. The sharp rise in A - shares has driven the market's bullish sentiment to spread to the commodity market, supporting the prices of Shanghai and London copper [11] 3.2. Industry News - A new preliminary feasibility study (PFS) of Ivanhoe Electric's Santa Cruz copper project in Arizona shows an initial cost of $1.24 billion and a post - tax net present value (NPV) of $1.4 billion. The underground mine can produce 72,000 tons of copper cathode per year in the first 15 years of its 23 - year lifespan. At a base price of $4.25 per pound, the internal rate of return (IRR) is 20%. At the current Comex high - grade copper price of $4.83 per pound, the NPV rises to $1.9 billion and the IRR rises to 24% [12] - The Shanghai Futures Exchange approved the registration of "Zhongtiaoshan" brand Grade A copper produced by Houma Beitong Copper Industry Co., Ltd., with a registered production capacity of 200,000 tons. It also cancelled the registration qualification of "Zhongtiaoshan" brand Grade A copper of Shanxi Beifang Copper Industry Co., Ltd.'s Houma Smelter [12] - The case of Zijin Mining Group Co., Ltd. and Ajlan Brothers Mining Company's new joint venture entered the publicity period (June 16 - 25, 2025). The joint venture will engage in exploration, potential mining, operation, management, development, production, and sales of minerals in Saudi Arabia [13] - An employee of First Quantum's Trident died in a dump truck accident at Sentinel. The company will cooperate fully with the investigation, and operations in the accident area have been temporarily suspended [13]

1. Report Industry Investment Ratings No information about industry investment ratings is provided in the reports. 2. Core Views of the Reports Copper - In the "strong reality + weak expectation" scenario, copper prices lack a clear and smooth trend. The strong reality of the fundamentals limits price drops, while weak macro - expectations restrict upward movement. Short - term prices are likely to fluctuate. The "rush to export" demand may lead to pressure on the real demand side in Q3. The main reference range is 78,000 - 80,000 yuan/ton [1]. Aluminum - Alumina prices are expected to fluctuate weakly in the short term, with the main contract reference range of 2750 - 3150 yuan/ton. Aluminum prices are expected to have a high - level wide - range fluctuation in the short term, with the main contract reference range of 19,600 - 20,600 yuan/ton. The future core driver lies in the continuous game between cost support and over - capacity [2]. Zinc - In the long - term, zinc is in a supply - side loosening cycle. If the growth rate of the mining end is lower than expected and downstream consumption performs better than expected, zinc prices may maintain a high - level oscillation pattern. Otherwise, the price center may shift downward. The long - term approach is to short on rallies, with the main reference range of 21,500 - 22,500 yuan/ton [7]. Nickel - In the short term, the nickel market is expected to have a weak - range adjustment, with the main reference range of 116,000 - 124,000 yuan/ton. The mid - term supply is expected to be loose, which restricts the upward space of prices [9]. Stainless Steel - The stainless - steel market fundamentals are weak. The supply is in an over - capacity situation, and the terminal demand is weak. The short - term supply - demand contradiction still exerts pressure on the market. It is expected to operate weakly, with the main reference range of 12,300 - 13,000 yuan/ton [13]. Tin - In the short term, tin prices are expected to fluctuate strongly. However, considering the weak demand expectation, the strategy is to short on rallies based on inventory and import data inflection points [15]. Lithium Carbonate - The lithium - carbonate market is expected to operate weakly in the short - term range. The strategy is to short on rallies, with the main reference range of 56,000 - 62,000 yuan/ton [16]. 3. Summaries According to Relevant Catalogs Price and Basis - **Copper**: SMM 1 electrolytic copper price is 78,580 yuan/ton, up 0.21% from the previous day. The price of other copper products also shows different degrees of increase or decrease [1]. - **Aluminum**: SMM A00 aluminum price is 20,530 yuan/ton, down 0.05% from the previous day. Alumina prices in different regions also have different changes [2]. - **Zinc**: SMM 0 zinc ingot price is 22,200 yuan/ton, up 0.23% from the previous day [7]. - **Nickel**: SMM 1 electrolytic nickel price is 119,550 yuan/ton, up 0.46% from the previous day [9]. - **Stainless Steel**: 304/2B (Wuxi Hongwang 2.0 roll) price is 12,650 yuan/ton, up 0.40% from the previous day [13]. - **Tin**: SMM 1 tin price is 262,100 yuan/ton, down 0.61% from the previous day [15]. - **Lithium Carbonate**: SMM battery - grade lithium carbonate average price is 60,200 yuan/ton, up 0.50% from the previous day [16]. Fundamental Data - **Copper**: In May, electrolytic copper production was 113.83 million tons, up 1.12% month - on - month; imports were 25.31 million tons, up 1.23% month - on - month [1]. - **Aluminum**: In May, alumina production was 727.21 million tons, up 2.66% month - on - month; electrolytic aluminum production was 372.90 million tons, up 3.41% month - on - month [2]. - **Zinc**: In May, refined zinc production was 54.94 million tons, down 1.08% month - on - month; imports were 2.82 million tons, up 2.40% month - on - month [7]. - **Nickel**: China's refined nickel production was 35,350 tons, down 2.62% month - on - month; imports were 8832 tons, up 8.18% month - on - month [9]. - **Stainless Steel**: China's 300 - series stainless - steel crude steel production (43 companies) was 179.12 million tons, up 0.36% month - on - month [13]. - **Tin**: In May, tin ore imports were 13,449 tons, up 36.39% month - on - month; SMM refined tin production was 14,840 tons, down 2.37% month - on - month [15]. - **Lithium Carbonate**: In May, lithium carbonate production was 72,080 tons, down 2.34% month - on - month; demand was 93,960 tons, up 4.83% month - on - month [16]. Inventory - **Copper**: Domestic social inventory was 12.96 million tons, down 12.25% week - on - week; bonded - area inventory was 6.43 million tons, up 7.71% week - on - week [1]. - **Aluminum**: China's electrolytic aluminum social inventory was 46.40 million tons, up 1.31% week - on - week; LME inventory was 33.8 million tons, down 0.59% day - on - day [2]. - **Zinc**: China's zinc ingot seven - region social inventory was 7.78 million tons, down 0.38% week - on - week; LME inventory was 12.3 million tons, down 0.47% day - on - day [7]. - **Nickel**: SHFE inventory was 25,693 tons, up 0.30% week - on - week; LME inventory was 203,928 tons, down 0.11% day - on - day [9]. - **Stainless Steel**: 300 - series social inventory (Wuxi + Foshan) was 53.42 million tons, up 0.64% week - on - week; SHFE warehouse receipts were 11.29 million tons, down 0.32% day - on - day [13]. - **Tin**: SHEF inventory (weekly) was 6965 tons, down 2.00% week - on - week; social inventory was 8845 tons, down 1.12% week - on - week [15]. - **Lithium Carbonate**: Total lithium carbonate inventory in May was 97,637 tons, up 1.49% month - on - month [16].

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the ongoing trade negotiations between the U.S. and its major trading partners, highlighting the likelihood of a framework agreement being reached by July 9, followed by further negotiations [1][6][7]. Group 1: U.S. Trade Negotiations - Most U.S. trading partners prefer to reach a preliminary agreement by July 9, after which detailed discussions will continue [1][7]. - U.S. Treasury Secretary Mnuchin indicated that the U.S. might extend negotiation deadlines for countries engaging in good faith discussions, such as the EU [6][8]. - President Trump expressed a willingness to extend negotiation deadlines but deemed it unnecessary, stating that the U.S. is negotiating with about 15 economies [6][8]. Group 2: EU's Position - The EU anticipates that negotiations will extend beyond the July 9 deadline, aiming for a principle agreement before focusing on specifics [7][9]. - The EU's goal is to reduce additional tariffs imposed by the U.S. on sectors like steel and automobiles, while acknowledging the challenge of eliminating the 10% baseline tariff [9][11]. - EU officials are preparing for potential retaliatory measures against the U.S. if negotiations do not yield a fair agreement, including tariffs on $95 billion worth of U.S. goods [11][12]. Group 3: Other Countries' Negotiations - Trade discussions with India and Japan are ongoing but have seen limited progress, particularly on agricultural issues and automotive tariffs [13][15]. - India is resistant to U.S. demands regarding genetically modified crops, while seeking tariff exemptions [14]. - Japan faces challenges with U.S. automotive tariffs, which remain a significant barrier to reaching an agreement [15].