Group 1 - In July, the profits of industrial enterprises above designated size decreased by 1.5% year-on-year, with the decline narrowing by 2.8 percentage points compared to June, marking two consecutive months of narrowing [1][6] - High-tech manufacturing profits shifted from a 0.9% decline in June to an 18.9% increase in July, significantly boosting the overall profit growth rate of industrial enterprises [1][6] - From August 1 to 24, the retail sales of new energy vehicles in the passenger car market reached 727,000 units, a year-on-year increase of 6% and a month-on-month increase of 7%, with a cumulative retail of 7.182 million units in 2023, up 27% year-on-year [1] Group 2 - The 10-year government bond yield rose to 1.7625%, with a net withdrawal of 236.1 billion yuan in the central bank's open market operations [2][9] - The manufacturing PMI for August in both the US and Eurozone rebounded above the critical point, indicating a potential for interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve in September [2][9] - The real estate market continues to adjust, with second-hand housing prices in first-tier cities declining month-on-month, prompting the government to enhance macro policy effectiveness [2][9] Group 3 - The palm oil production in Malaysia is expected to increase by 3.03% from the same period last month, while exports are projected to rise significantly [3][25] - The dual-fuel market is experiencing a mixed trend, with iron and coke prices showing fluctuations amid stable demand and increasing inventory levels [3][23] Group 4 - The upcoming Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit will take place from August 31 to September 1, 2025, in Tianjin, where member states will sign the "Tianjin Declaration" and approve the "10-Year Development Strategy of the SCO" [5]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating - There is no information about the report industry investment rating in the content. 2. Core Views - The domestic Shanghai rubber futures contract 2601 on Wednesday showed a trend of shrinking volume, reducing positions, fluctuating weakly, and closing slightly lower. The price center of the contract during the session moved down slightly to 15,760 yuan/ton. At the close, the price closed 1.35% lower at 15,760 yuan/ton. The backwardation of the 9 - 1 spread converged to 955 yuan/ton. With the divergence between long and short in the rubber market and the improvement of macro - expectations competing with the negative industrial factors, it is expected that the domestic Shanghai rubber futures contract 2601 may maintain a volatile consolidation trend in the future [4]. - The domestic methanol futures contract 2601 on Wednesday showed a trend of increasing volume and positions, fluctuating weakly, and falling slightly. The contract price rose to a maximum of 2,396 yuan/ton and dropped to a minimum of 2,371 yuan/ton. At the close, it fell 1.70% to 2,372 yuan/ton. The backwardation of the 9 - 1 spread widened to 125 yuan/ton. Affected by the decline in domestic coal futures prices and the weak supply - demand structure of methanol, it is expected that the domestic methanol futures contract 2601 may maintain a weakly volatile trend in the future [4]. - The domestic crude oil futures contract 2510 on Wednesday showed a trend of increasing volume and positions, weakening, and closing sharply lower. The contract price rose to a maximum of 493.3 yuan/barrel and dropped to a minimum of 478.0 yuan/barrel. At the close, it fell 3.62% to 479.7 yuan/barrel. As the South American geopolitical factors are digested, crude oil has returned to the market dominated by the weak supply - demand fundamentals. It is expected that the domestic crude oil futures contract 2510 may maintain a weakly volatile trend in the future [5]. 3. Summaries According to Related Catalogs 3.1 Industry Dynamics Rubber - As of August 24, 2025, the total inventory of natural rubber in bonded and general trade in Qingdao was 606,200 tons, a decrease of 10,500 tons or 1.71% from the previous period. The bonded area inventory was 73,300 tons, a decrease of 4.70%, and the general trade inventory was 532,900 tons, a decrease of 1.28%. The inbound rate of the sample bonded warehouses for natural rubber in Qingdao decreased by 3.71 percentage points, and the outbound rate increased by 1.57 percentage points. The inbound rate of general trade warehouses decreased by 0.73 percentage points, and the outbound rate decreased by 0.32 percentage points [8]. - In the week ending August 22, 2025, the capacity utilization rate of domestic semi - steel tire sample enterprises was 71.87%, a slight week - on - week increase of 2.76 percentage points and a significant year - on - year decrease of 7.81 percentage points. The capacity utilization rate of all - steel tire sample enterprises was 64.97%, a slight week - on - week increase of 2.35 percentage points and a significant year - on - year increase of 7.01 percentage points. During the period, the production schedules of the overhauled enterprises basically returned to normal operation, driving a restorative increase in the weekly capacity utilization rate, and the enterprises basically maintained normal sales [8]. - In July 2025, China's automobile production and sales were 2.591 million and 2.593 million vehicles respectively, a month - on - month decrease of 7.3% and 10.7% and a year - on - year increase of 13.3% and 14.7% respectively. From January to July 2025, China's automobile production and sales were 18.235 million and 18.269 million vehicles respectively, a year - on - year increase of 12.7% and 12% respectively, and the growth rates of production and sales were 0.2 and 0.6 percentage points higher than those from January to June [9]. - In July 2025, China's automobile exports were 575,000 vehicles, a year - on - year increase of 22.6%. From January to July 2025, China's automobile exports were 3.68 million vehicles, a year - on - year increase of 12.8% [9]. - In July 2025, the sales volume of China's heavy - truck market was about 83,000 vehicles, a month - on - month decrease of 15% and an increase of about 42% compared with 58,300 vehicles in the same period last year. From January to July, the cumulative sales volume of China's heavy - truck market was about 622,000 vehicles, a year - on - year increase of about 11% [9]. Methanol - In the week ending August 22, 2025, the average domestic methanol operating rate was maintained at 80.65%, a slight week - on - week increase of 1.65%, a slight month - on - month decrease of 1.01%, and a slight year - on - year increase of 4.82%. The average weekly methanol production in China reached 1.8974 million tons, a slight week - on - week increase of 34,100 tons, a slight month - on - month decrease of 1,500 tons, and a significant increase of 150,000 tons compared with 1.7474 million tons in the same period last year [10]. - In the week ending August 22, 2025, the domestic formaldehyde operating rate was maintained at 30.45%, a slight week - on - week increase of 0.32%. The operating rate of dimethyl ether was maintained at 8.80%, a slight week - on - week decrease of 0.37%. The acetic acid operating rate was maintained at 85.68%, a slight week - on - week decrease of 0.88%. The MTBE operating rate was maintained at 55.12%, with a week - on - week increase of 0%. The average operating load of domestic coal - (methanol) to olefin plants was 79.30%, a slight week - on - week decrease of 0.58 percentage points and a slight month - on - month increase of 2.88% [10]. - As of August 22, 2025, the futures margin profit of domestic methanol to olefins was - 172 yuan/ton, a slight week - on - week decline of 20 yuan/ton and a slight month - on - month increase of 31 yuan/ton [10]. - In the week ending August 22, 2025, the port methanol inventory in East and South China was maintained at 934,200 tons, a slight week - on - week increase of 43,100 tons, a significant month - on - month increase of 347,100 tons, and a significant year - on - year increase of 144,600 tons. As of the week of August 21, 2025, the total inland methanol inventory in China reached 310,900 tons, a slight week - on - week increase of 15,200 tons, a slight month - on - month decrease of 29,000 tons, and a significant decrease of 99,700 tons compared with 410,600 tons in the same period last year [11]. Crude Oil - In the week ending August 15, 2025, the number of active oil drilling platforms in the United States was 412, a slight week - on - week increase of 1 and a decrease of 71 compared with the same period last year. The average daily crude oil production in the United States was 13.382 million barrels, a slight week - on - week increase of 55,000 barrels per day and a slight year - on - year decrease of 18,000 barrels per day [11]. - In the week ending August 15, 2025, the U.S. commercial crude oil inventory (excluding strategic petroleum reserves) reached 421 million barrels, a significant week - on - week decrease of 6.014 million barrels and a significant year - on - year decrease of 5.345 million barrels. The crude oil inventory in Cushing, Oklahoma, reached 23.47 million barrels, a slight week - on - week increase of 419,000 barrels. The U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) inventory reached 403 million barrels, a slight week - on - week increase of 223,000 barrels. The U.S. refinery operating rate was maintained at 96.6%, a slight week - on - week increase of 0.2 percentage points, a slight month - on - month increase of 1.1 percentage points, and a significant year - on - year increase of 4.3 percentage points [12]. - As of August 19, 2025, the average non - commercial net long positions in WTI crude oil were maintained at 120,209 contracts, a significant week - on - week increase of 3,467 contracts and a significant decrease of 62,961 contracts or 34.37% compared with the July average of 183,170 contracts. As of August 19, 2025, the average net long positions of Brent crude oil futures funds were maintained at 176,893 contracts, a significant week - on - week decrease of 22,927 contracts and a significant decrease of 43,183 contracts or 19.62% compared with the July average of 220,076 contracts. Overall, the net long positions in the WTI crude oil futures market decreased significantly month - on - month, and the net long positions in the Brent crude oil futures market also decreased significantly month - on - month [13]. 3.2 Spot Price Table | Variety | Spot Price | Change from Previous Day | Futures Main Contract | Change from Previous Day | Basis | Change | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Shanghai Rubber | 14,900 yuan/ton | - 50 yuan/ton | 15,760 yuan/ton | - 125 yuan/ton | - 860 yuan/ton | + 75 yuan/ton | | Methanol | 2,270 yuan/ton | - 25 yuan/ton | 2,372 yuan/ton | - 23 yuan/ton | - 102 yuan/ton | - 2 yuan/ton | | Crude Oil | 470.2 yuan/barrel | - 0.5 yuan/barrel | 479.7 yuan/barrel | - 16.4 yuan/barrel | - 9.5 yuan/barrel | + 15.9 yuan/barrel | [14] 3.3 Related Charts - Rubber: The related charts include the rubber basis, rubber 9 - 1 spread, Shanghai Futures Exchange rubber futures inventory, Qingdao bonded area rubber inventory, all - steel tire operating rate trend, and semi - steel tire operating rate trend [15][17][19] - Methanol: The related charts include the methanol basis, methanol 9 - 1 spread, methanol port inventory in China, methanol inland social inventory, methanol - to - olefin operating rate change, and coal - to - methanol cost accounting [28][30][32] - Crude Oil: The related charts include the crude oil basis, Shanghai Futures Exchange crude oil futures inventory, U.S. commercial crude oil inventory, U.S. refinery operating rate, WTI crude oil net position holding change, and Brent crude oil net position holding change [40][42][44]

Report Date - The report was produced on August 27, 2025 [3] Futures Market Overview - As of the close on August 27, most domestic futures contracts ended in the red. Apples and Shanghai nickel rose over 1%. Polysilicon dropped over 4%, while coking coal and crude oil fell over 3%. Alumina, BR rubber, fuel oil, soybean No.2, and styrene declined over 2%. Among stock index futures, the CSI 300 (IF) dropped 1.71%, the SSE 50 (IH) fell 1.85%, the CSI 500 (IC) decreased 1.51%, and the CSI 1000 (IM) tumbled 2.08%. In the bond futures market, the 2-year (TS) rose 0.02%, the 5-year (TF) climbed 0.06%, the 10-year (T) advanced 0.08%, and the 30-year (TL) soared 0.24% [6] Capital Flows - As of 15:22 on August 27, funds flowed into the CSI 500 2509, CSI 1000 2509, and CSI 300 2509 contracts, amounting to 3.741 billion, 1.151 billion, and 566 million respectively. Meanwhile, funds flowed out of the Shanghai gold 2510, Shanghai silver 2510, and SSE 50 2509 contracts, reaching 1.746 billion, 968 million, and 458 million respectively [8] Core Views Copper - Shanghai copper opened lower and closed higher, facing pressure. The probability of a 25% Fed rate cut is currently 85%. The supply of copper is expected to be tight both internationally and domestically, and the inventory at the Shanghai Futures Exchange remains low. Although the downstream market is in a slack season, there is an expectation of increased demand during the "Golden September and Silver October" period. Overall, copper prices are expected to fluctuate with an upward bias in the short term [10] Lithium Carbonate - Lithium carbonate opened higher and closed lower. The average price of battery-grade lithium carbonate was 81,600 yuan/ton, down 100 yuan/ton from the previous trading day, while the industrial-grade was 79,300 yuan/ton, also down 100 yuan/ton. The import volume in July decreased by 22% month-on-month and 43% year-on-year. The production in August and September is expected to decline by 15% year-on-year. The demand is expected to increase during the "Golden September and Silver October" period, providing support for prices [12] Crude Oil - Crude oil is at the end of the seasonal travel peak. The EIA data shows a larger-than-expected decline in US crude and gasoline inventories. OPEC+ plans to increase production by 547,000 barrels per day in September. The EIA and IEA have both raised the forecast of global oil surplus, increasing the pressure on crude oil prices in the fourth quarter. The price is expected to have limited upside potential, and it is recommended to short on rallies [13][15] Asphalt - The asphalt production rate decreased by 2.2 percentage points to 30.7% last week. The expected production in August is 2.413 million tons, a decrease of 5.1% month-on-month but an increase of 17.1% year-on-year. The downstream demand is weak due to factors such as funds and weather. The cost support from crude oil has weakened. The asphalt futures are expected to fluctuate in the near term [16] PP - The downstream PP operating rate increased by 0.18 percentage points to 49.53%. The PP enterprise operating rate remained at around 87%. The cost pressure from crude oil is increasing as the consumption peak ends and OPEC+ accelerates production. The new capacity has been put into operation, and the downstream demand is weak. However, the upcoming "Golden September and Silver October" season may bring some support. The PP market is expected to fluctuate in the near term [17][18] Plastic - The plastic operating rate remained at around 84%. The PE downstream operating rate increased by 0.53 percentage points to 40.00%. The cost pressure from crude oil is increasing. The new capacity has been put into operation, and the downstream demand is weak. The upcoming "Golden September and Silver October" season may bring some support. The plastic market is expected to fluctuate in the near term [19] PVC - The PVC operating rate decreased by 2.72 percentage points to 77.61%. The downstream demand is weak, and the export expectation has declined. The social inventory is still high. The PVC market is expected to decline with fluctuations in the near term [20][21] Coking Coal - Coking coal opened lower and closed lower. The import volume in July increased significantly. The domestic production is increasing, and the inventory at mines has increased. The downstream demand is affected by environmental protection. The coking coal market is expected to decline with fluctuations in the near term, but the downside space is limited [22] Urea - Urea opened lower and closed lower. The spot market is weak and stable. The supply is expected to remain stable with the commissioning of new capacity. The demand from the industrial sector is resilient, but the demand for autumn fertilizers has not yet arrived. The inventory is at a high level. The urea market is expected to decline with fluctuations in the short term [23][24]

Report Industry Investment Rating No clear investment rating for the entire industry was provided in the report. Core Viewpoints of the Report The chemical sector as a whole continues to oscillate, and the market is awaiting the introduction of specific anti - involution measures from China's petrochemical industry. Although there might be potential policy boosts, it's unclear how much of the supply will be reduced, making it difficult for the chemical industry to embark on a unilateral, independent, and profit - expanding upward trend. Investors should generally approach the market with an oscillatory mindset, waiting for the implementation of specific anti - involution policies in China's petrochemical sector [3][5]. Summary by Relevant Catalogs 1. Market Overview - The US plans to double tariffs on all Indian imports to punish India for buying Russian oil, and India will maintain most of its Russian oil purchases in the coming weeks. Ukrainian attacks on Russian refineries have led to a continuous shortage of fuel oil supply in Russia [2]. - The chemical market is in a wait - and - see mode for China's petrochemical anti - involution measures. The olefin industry chain has rebounded in the past two days due to South Korea's naphtha production cuts, but buyers are cautious. Crude oil and coal prices are oscillating, and the chemical industry is unlikely to have a one - sided upward trend [3]. 2. Variety Analysis Crude Oil - **Viewpoint**: Supply pressure persists, and oil prices are oscillating weakly. - **Main Logic**: API data shows a slight inventory draw in the US. OPEC+ supply is accelerating, US production remains high, and non - US non - OPEC+ output will increase steadily in the second half of the year. Refinery operations in China and the US may decline due to rising refined product inventories, making it difficult for oil prices to rebound. - **Outlook**: Oil prices are expected to oscillate weakly, with attention to short - term disturbances from Russia - Ukraine negotiations [10]. Asphalt - **Viewpoint**: As crude oil prices fall, asphalt futures prices are oscillating downward. - **Main Logic**: The short - term negative impacts of tariff hikes, OPEC production increases, and the easing of the Russia - Ukraine conflict are overshadowed by the escalation of the situation. The decline in crude oil prices has dampened the bullish sentiment in the asphalt market. The supply shortage problem has been significantly alleviated, and demand remains unoptimistic. - **Outlook**: The absolute price of asphalt is overvalued, and the monthly spread is expected to decline as warehouse receipts increase [11]. High - Sulfur Fuel Oil - **Viewpoint**: High - sulfur fuel oil prices rose and then fell. - **Main Logic**: The short - term negative impacts are overshadowed by the escalation of the situation. The geopolitical premium of high - sulfur fuel oil has increased but then faced challenges from increased warehouse receipts and falling crude oil prices. There are also factors such as changes in import tariffs and demand. - **Outlook**: Geopolitical upgrades have a short - term impact on prices. Attention should be paid to changes in the Russia - Ukraine situation [12]. Low - Sulfur Fuel Oil - **Viewpoint**: Low - sulfur fuel oil follows the oscillation of crude oil. - **Main Logic**: It is affected by factors such as shipping demand decline, green energy substitution, and high - sulfur substitution. It also faces supply increases and demand decreases, and is expected to maintain a low - valuation operation. - **Outlook**: It is affected by green fuel substitution and has limited high - sulfur substitution demand space. Currently, it has a low valuation and will fluctuate with crude oil [13]. PX - **Viewpoint**: The price was disturbed by market rumors and rose then fell. - **Main Logic**: There is no clear cost - side guidance. Market rumors about a large - scale PX device production cut, later proven false, caused the price to fluctuate. In the short term, the low inventory provides support for prices and processing fees. - **Outlook**: Oscillation, with attention to the support level of 6750 - 6800, and mid - line buying on dips is recommended [14]. PTA - **Viewpoint**: The supply - demand pattern has improved month - on - month, and device maintenance is on schedule. - **Main Logic**: The cost side provides support, the supply - demand situation is good, and downstream polyester load is stable. The buying sentiment has led to increased sales, and the peak - season expectation still exists. - **Outlook**: Mid - line buying on dips, with support in the 4700 - 5000 range [15]. Pure Benzene - **Viewpoint**: In the short term, it follows market sentiment, and in the medium term, it may return to the fundamentals of inventory accumulation. - **Main Logic**: Positive signals from Russia - Ukraine peace talks have weakened the support for oil prices. South Korea plans to overhaul cracking devices, and the naphtha inventory in the ARA hub is high. Although the port inventory of pure benzene is decreasing, the decline rate is slowing, and there are expectations of future inventory pressure. - **Outlook**: In the short term, sentiment dominates, and it may be strong. In the medium term, if no further anti - involution policies are implemented, it may return to the inventory - accumulation fundamentals [17]. Styrene - **Viewpoint**: In the short term, it follows commodity sentiment, and with more maintenance, profits may expand. - **Main Logic**: The port inventory increased, causing prices to fall. However, news of capacity reduction in China and South Korea and multiple device maintenance plans have stimulated the market. Although the inventory pressure in East China restricts price increases, there are profit - expansion opportunities from September to October. - **Outlook**: Fundamentally, it is bearish, but short - term short - selling is against the trend due to factors such as production restrictions during the September parade and macro - policy releases [19]. Ethylene Glycol (EG) - **Viewpoint**: Low inventory provides strong price support. - **Main Logic**: The cost side is supportive, the macro - chemical environment is favorable, and there is a peak - season expectation. Although domestic production is increasing, imports are decreasing, and terminal demand is gradually rising, maintaining a stable upward trend in polyester plant operations and an inventory - reduction logic. - **Outlook**: Price oscillation, with the upper pressure at 4600, and the 09 - 01 reverse arbitrage position can be exited [20]. Short Fiber - **Viewpoint**: It awaits cost guidance from upstream products. - **Main Logic**: With strong upstream performance, short - fiber prices follow the upstream. As the peak season approaches in September, there is an inventory - reduction expectation, and the processing fee is expected to have a lower - bound support, with the absolute price oscillating within a range. - **Outlook**: The absolute price follows raw materials and oscillates in the short term [21]. Polyester Bottle Chip - **Viewpoint**: Processing fees are continuously compressed, and profits are shifting upstream. - **Main Logic**: Upstream prices are strong, and polyester bottle - chip processing fees are passively following. With the peak season ending, there is an inventory - accumulation pressure, and processing fees are severely compressed. - **Outlook**: Oscillation, with the absolute price following raw materials [22]. Methanol - **Viewpoint**: In the near term, it focuses on the macro - environment, and in the long term, there are still overseas disturbance expectations, with the price oscillating. - **Main Logic**: The price oscillated downward on August 26. Some device restart expectations may affect cost transmission through freight increases. The port inventory has increased, and the domestic inventory is still at a relatively low level compared to the same period last year. Although the policy news has boosted the market, the actual impact on methanol is limited. Considering the high probability of overseas device shutdowns in the long term, long - position opportunities in the far - month contracts can be considered. - **Outlook**: Short - term oscillation [25]. Urea - **Viewpoint**: Market news is calm, and the market is weakly consolidating. - **Main Logic**: The market fundamentals are stable, and the market is waiting for positive expectations. The spot price in some regions has fallen, but there is also a price - support expectation. - **Outlook**: Oscillation, waiting for the implementation of demand [26]. LLDPE - **Viewpoint**: As oil prices fall, LLDPE oscillates in the short term. - **Main Logic**: News of domestic and South Korean petrochemical capacity reduction has stimulated the market, but the actual impact is limited. Oil prices are oscillating, and the supply pressure persists. There is still capital - game in the macro - environment, and the consumption expectation for the "Golden September and Silver October" exists. The LLDPE fundamentals are under pressure, with high production and inventory. - **Outlook**: Short - term oscillation, with attention to the peak - season demand [30]. PP - **Viewpoint**: New capacity release and reduced maintenance lead to an oscillatory decline. - **Main Logic**: News of capacity reduction has stimulated the market, but the actual impact is limited. Oil prices are oscillating downward, and the supply pressure persists. PP supply is increasing, and there is inventory pressure in the upstream and mid - stream. Demand is in the off - peak to peak - season transition, and the start - up rate is lower than in previous years, with cautious purchasing. - **Outlook**: Short - term oscillation [31]. PL - **Viewpoint**: In the short term, it follows the oscillation of PP. - **Main Logic**: The olefin market has been boosted by news from China and South Korea. The inventory of propylene enterprises in Shandong is controllable, and the price is stable. The downstream follows demand, and the market is affected by the macro - environment and coal - price rebounds. The processing fee between PP and PL is a key focus. - **Outlook**: Short - term oscillation [32]. PVC - **Viewpoint**: Market sentiment is boosted, and PVC is weakly stabilizing. - **Main Logic**: At the macro - level, there are anti - involution expectations in China and an increased probability of overseas interest - rate cuts. At the micro - level, the PVC fundamentals are under pressure. Production is decreasing due to autumn maintenance, downstream start - up is stable, export expectations are under pressure, and the cost is weakly stable. - **Outlook**: Wide - range oscillation, with market - sentiment improvement as the driving force and inventory accumulation as the pressure [37]. Caustic Soda - **Viewpoint**: The spot - price rebound has slowed, and near - month long positions should be liquidated. - **Main Logic**: At the macro - level, there are anti - involution expectations in China and an，

Group 1 - The U.S. Department of Commerce reported a 2.8% month-over-month decline in durable goods orders for July, slightly better than expected. However, non-defense capital goods orders excluding aircraft increased by 1.1%, indicating a potential recovery in business capital spending and confidence in the economic outlook [1] - The consumer confidence index in the U.S. fell from a revised 98.7 in July to 97.4 in August, reflecting growing concerns about employment and income among Americans, which counteracts optimism regarding the current and future business environment [1] Group 2 - The international gold price rose on the day, attributed to investors seeking safe-haven assets amid concerns over the unprecedented "removal" of a Federal Reserve board member by the U.S. President, which raised questions about the Fed's independence [4] - The three major U.S. stock indices collectively rose, with the Dow Jones increasing by 0.30%, the S&P 500 by 0.41%, and the Nasdaq by 0.44%, as investor focus shifted from the Fed controversy to corporate earnings and fundamentals [7] Group 3 - The S&P Case-Shiller 20-City Home Price Index showed a year-over-year increase of 2.1% in June, marking the fifth consecutive month of slowing price growth, indicating that high home prices and mortgage rates are suppressing housing demand [9] - European stock indices collectively declined, with the French stock market performing the worst due to political uncertainty following a call for a confidence vote by the French Prime Minister [12] Group 4 - International oil prices fell after reaching a new high for August, as investors took profits amid potential overbuying due to geopolitical factors in Eastern Europe. Light crude oil futures settled at $63.25 per barrel, down 2.39%, while Brent crude futures closed at $67.22 per barrel, down 2.30% [14]

Group 1: Gold Market - Gold prices experienced a slight increase overnight, but the overall trend appears weak, indicating that the market may have already priced in the interest rate cut expectations [1] - The Federal Reserve's recent meeting minutes show a consensus among officials that maintaining the benchmark interest rate between 4.25% and 4.50% is appropriate, reflecting a strong agreement on the current rate level [1] - Technical analysis indicates that gold is approaching previous highs with signs of overbought conditions, suggesting a potential short-term pullback [1] Group 2: Oil Market - Oil prices remain weak, with indications that the mid-term rebound may be nearing its end, despite seasonal demand providing some support [3] - Recent data shows a decrease in U.S. crude oil inventories by 974,000 barrels, which is less than the expected decline of 1.725 million barrels, indicating a narrowing overall decline [3] - Global oil demand growth is expected to slow to an average of 650,000 barrels per day for the remainder of the year, down from an average of 990,000 barrels per day in the first quarter [3] Group 3: Copper Market - Copper prices have shown a series of small declines, suggesting a potential adjustment to previous significant declines, with a high likelihood of forming a downward ABC pattern [5] - The short-term outlook for copper indicates a possible rebound as prices return to a previous high transaction area, with a support level to watch at $4.44 [5] Group 4: Nikkei 225 Index - The Nikkei 225 index has formed a bearish candlestick pattern, indicating that a mid-term adjustment has begun [5] - The short-term downtrend structure is nearing completion, with a critical resistance level at 42,610; failure to break this level may lead to a decline towards 41,460 [5]

Group 1: Energy and Metals Crude Oil - Overnight international oil prices fell, with Brent's October contract down 2.17%. From August 27, the US imposed a 25% tariff on India for buying Russian oil. Indian refineries' Russian oil purchases are expected to drop from 1.8 million barrels per day in the first half of the year to 1.4 - 1.6 million barrels per day after October. Before geopolitical risks further escalate, crude oil may enter a sideways trend [1]. Precious Metals - Overnight, precious metals trended sideways with an upward bias. The market has priced in a September Fed rate cut, but the future economic direction remains uncertain. Trump's dismissal of Fed officials has reignited concerns about the Fed's independence, which may further erode the US dollar's credit. Maintain a strategy of buying on dips [2]. Copper - Overnight, LME copper closed higher, while SHFE copper traded sideways below 79,500 yuan. The decline in US durable goods orders in July was better than expected, and consumer confidence remained weak. Hold short positions at high levels [3]. Aluminum - Overnight, SHFE aluminum rose. At the beginning of the week, social inventories of aluminum ingots increased by 20,000 tons, and aluminum rods by 9,000 tons compared to last Thursday. In the short - term, SHFE aluminum will test the resistance around 21,000 yuan [4]. Cast Aluminum Alloy - Cast aluminum alloy follows the trend of SHFE aluminum. The spot price of Baotai was raised to 20,200 yuan. There is room for the cross - variety spread between the spot and SHFE aluminum to further narrow [5]. Alumina - The operating capacity of alumina is at a historical high, and both industry inventory and SHFE warehouse receipts are rising. It is in a weak sideways trend, with support at the 3,000 - yuan level [6]. Zinc - The increase in global zinc mine supply is being realized, and TC continues to rise. Wait for short - selling opportunities after a rebound [7]. Lead - Due to weak demand, the rebound momentum is weak. However, the decline space is also limited [8]. Silver and Stainless Steel - SHFE silver rebounded slightly, with dull market trading. Technically, silver prices still show an intention to rebound, but the fundamentals are weak. Look for short - selling opportunities [8]. Tin - Overnight, both domestic and overseas tin prices rose, breaking through the integer - level resistance. It is expected that tin prices still have the potential to rise in the short term [9]. Lithium Carbonate - The futures price of lithium carbonate corrected, and market trading volume shrank. Adopt a bullish approach with risk control [10]. Industrial Silicon - The futures price of industrial silicon decreased with reduced positions. In the short term, the price is under pressure due to emotional factors. Observe the support at 8,300 yuan per ton [11]. Polysilicon - Polysilicon futures continued to trade sideways. In the short term, it is expected to maintain a range - bound trend. Continue to buy on dips [12]. Iron Ore - Overnight, the iron ore futures market traded sideways. Overall, the supply - demand situation of iron ore is weakening marginally, and it is expected to trade in a high - level range [14]. Coke - The intraday price of coke declined. In the short term, the price volatility is high. Observe the support at the previous low [15]. Coking Coal - The intraday price of coking coal declined. In the short term, the price volatility is high. Observe the support at the previous low [16]. Manganese Silicon - The intraday price of manganese silicon was in a weak sideways trend. Observe the support at the previous low [17]. Ferrosilicon - The intraday price of ferrosilicon was in a weak sideways trend. It mainly follows the trend of manganese silicon [18]. Shipping Index (European Line) - The spot market for shipping continues to decline. The spot price is expected to continue to fall [19]. Fuel Oil and Low - Sulfur Fuel Oil - Overnight, oil prices tumbled. The LU - FU spread is expected to continue to narrow [20]. Asphalt - Overnight, oil prices tumbled, but the decline of BU was limited. Low inventory levels support both the futures and spot prices of asphalt [21]. Liquefied Petroleum Gas - The international market rebounded supported by import demand. The futures market shows a pattern of near - term strength and far - term weakness [22]. Urea - Urea futures prices were in a weak sideways trend, and spot prices continued to fall. In the short term, it is expected to continue to trade in a low - level range [23]. Methanol - Methanol prices continued to fall overnight. Pay attention to the macro atmosphere and the possibility of the restart of coastal MTO plants [24]. Pure Benzene - Pure benzene prices continued to trade in a narrow range overnight. In the fourth quarter, the supply - demand situation may continue to be under pressure [25]. Styrene - The cost - side support has slightly improved, but there is no upward impetus. There is still an expectation of inventory accumulation [26]. Polypropylene, Plastic, and Propylene - The inventory pressure of propylene producers is not significant, but downstream demand has weakened. The supply of polyethylene and polypropylene is expected to increase slightly [27]. PVC and Caustic Soda - PVC is in a sideways trend. The price of caustic soda has fallen from a high level. The current price is not cost - effective for chasing long positions [28]. PX and PTA - Overnight, PX continued its strong trend, while PTA had a weak rebound. Pay attention to the actual dynamics of the plants, the direction of oil prices, and the pace of polyester capacity utilization increase [28]. Ethylene Glycol - Ethylene glycol is trading sideways around 4,500 yuan per ton. In the short term, it is relatively strong [29]. Short - Fiber and Bottle Chip - The supply - demand situation of short - fiber is stable, driven by cost. Consider a long - position allocation if demand improvement is realized in the medium term. The bottle - chip industry faces long - term over - capacity pressure [30]. Glass - The spot price of glass is facing a weak reality of decline. Given the current low valuation and positive macro policies, the downward space of futures prices is limited [31]. 20 - Rubber, Natural Rubber, and Butadiene Rubber - International crude oil futures prices tumbled, while the price of Thai raw materials was stable with a slight increase. Adopt a wait - and - see strategy [32]. Soda Ash - The supply of soda ash fluctuates slightly. In the long term, the supply of soda ash remains under high pressure. Consider short - selling at high rebounds [33]. Group 2: Agricultural Products Soybeans and Soybean Meal - As of the week of August 24, the US soybean good - to - excellent rate was 69%. In the medium - to - long term, there is a cautious bullish view on domestic soybean meal futures [34]. Soybean Oil and Palm Oil - The market has positive expectations for China - US trade negotiations. Consider buying soybean and palm oil on dips in the medium - to - long term [35]. Rapeseed and Rapeseed Oil - The domestic rapeseed sector is in a short - term sideways consolidation pattern, and the price center may shift downward [36]. Soybean No. 1 - The price of Soybean No. 1 showed a weak decline. Domestic soybeans need to continue to pay attention to policies and the performance of imported soybeans in the short term [37]. Corn - The Dalian corn futures may continue to operate weakly at the bottom [38]. Live Pigs - The spot price of live pigs is weak, and the futures market follows the spot trend. The pig price is expected to remain weak in the medium term [39]. Eggs - Egg futures are in a weak trend. The probability of significant capacity reduction in the second half of this year is increasing. Consider buying futures contracts for the first half of next year on dips [40]. Cotton - US cotton prices tumbled yesterday. Operate by buying on dips for Zhengzhou cotton [41]. Sugar - Overnight, US sugar prices traded sideways. It is expected that sugar prices will maintain a sideways trend [42]. Apples - Apple futures prices are in a sideways trend. The market's trading focus has shifted to the new - season yield estimate. Adopt a wait - and - see strategy [43]. Wood - Wood futures prices are in a sideways trend. The supply - demand situation has improved, but the peak - season demand has not started. Adopt a wait - and - see strategy [44]. Pulp - Pulp futures prices continued to fall yesterday. Adopt a wait - and - see strategy or trade within the range [45]. Group 3: Financial Products Stock Index - Yesterday, the broader market traded in a narrow range with reduced volume. Maintain an increased allocation to the technology - growth sector, and also pay attention to opportunities in the consumption and cyclical sectors [46]. Treasury Bonds - Treasury bond futures closed higher across the board. It is expected that the probability of a steeper yield curve will increase [47]

1. Report Industry Investment Ratings - No investment ratings are provided in the reports. 2. Core Views of the Reports Polyester Industry - PX: Supply is expected to increase as maintenance devices restart, but demand may weaken. However, with the approaching peak season, the demand may strengthen. Short - term PX11 can be overweighted in the chemical sector, and the PX - SC spread can be widened [2]. - PTA: Supply is affected by planned outages due to low processing fees, but demand may pick up. It can be overweighted in the chemical sector, and TA1 - 5 may show a positive spread repair in the short - term [2]. - Ethylene Glycol: Domestic supply increases, port inventory is low, and demand is expected to improve. Short - term put option EG2601 - P - 4350 sellers can hold [2]. - Short - fiber: Supply increases as maintenance devices restart, and demand may improve with the approaching peak season, but the sustainability of downstream restocking is weak. PF10 can be overweighted in the chemical sector [2]. - Bottle - chip: In the peak consumption season, production cuts lead to inventory reduction, but the cost increase suppresses processing fees. PR is similar to PTA, and the main contract processing fee is expected to fluctuate between 350 - 500 yuan/ton [2]. Polyolefin Industry - PP: The price center moves down, and the weighted profit is compressed. The supply and demand both increase, achieving de - stocking. The LPO1 spread can be held [7]. - PE: The price is stable with a downward trend. High - maintenance continues until September, and the upstream shows de - stocking while the mid - stream accumulates inventory [7]. Methanol Industry - The valuation is neutral. The inland supply is high, but low inventory supports the price. The demand may improve as some MTO devices are expected to restart. The 01 contract may see a balance improvement after mid - September [9]. Chlor - alkali Industry - Caustic Soda: The spot price is expected to continue to rise steadily, but the short - term futures may face resistance. It is recommended to take profit on previous long positions [34]. - PVC: The cost - driven effect weakens, and the supply is expected to increase while the demand is weak. It is advisable to short at high prices [34]. Crude Oil Industry - The short - term oil price is affected by macro risks, geopolitical factors, and supply uncertainties. It is recommended to wait and see on the long - short side, and look for opportunities to widen the option spread after the volatility increases [38]. Urea Industry - The supply expands while the demand is weak, dragging down the price. Attention should be paid to the start time and intensity of autumn fertilizer preparation and the change in urea procurement by compound fertilizer enterprises [40]. Pure Benzene - Styrene Industry - Pure Benzene: The supply is sufficient, and the fundamental improvement is marginal. BZ2603 should follow the fluctuations of oil price and styrene [43]. - Styrene: The demand is expected to improve, but the high supply and inventory pressure prices. EB10 can be shorted in the short - term [43]. 3. Summaries According to Relevant Catalogs Polyester Industry Upstream Prices - Brent crude oil (October) decreased by 2.3% to $67.22/barrel, WTI crude oil (October) increased by 0.3% to $63.44/barrel, and CFR Japan naphtha increased by 1.2% to $600/ton [2]. Downstream Polyester Product Prices and Cash Flows - POY150/48 price decreased by 1.58% to $6845/ton, and its cash flow decreased by 32.2% [2]. PX - related Prices and Spreads - CFR China PX increased by 0.6% to $864/ton, and PX spot price (RMB) decreased by 0.5% [2]. PTA - related Prices and Spreads - PTA East China spot price increased by 0.4% to 4870 yuan/ton, and PTA spot processing fee decreased by 3.7% [2]. MEG - related Prices and Spreads - MEG East China spot price increased by 0.2% to 4553 yuan/ton, and MEG port inventory decreased by 4.7% [2]. Polyester Industry Chain Operating Rates - Asian PX operating rate decreased by 2.2% to 76.3%, and PTA operating rate increased by 4.4% to 76.0% [2]. Polyolefin Industry Prices - L2601 closed at 7402 yuan/ton, down 0.28%; PP2601 closed at 7046 yuan/ton, down 0.40% [7]. Operating Rates - PE device operating rate decreased by 6.5% to 78.7%, and PP device operating rate increased by 0.4% to 78.2% [7]. Inventories - PE enterprise inventory increased by 12.91% to 50.2 million tons, and PP enterprise inventory decreased by 2.59% to 57.2 million tons [7]. Methanol Industry Prices and Spreads - MA2601 closed at 2395 yuan/ton, down 1.2%; MA2509 closed at 2272 yuan/ton, down 1.56% [9]. Inventories - Methanol enterprise inventory decreased by 5.15% to 29.5573 million tons, and methanol port inventory increased by 5.3% to 107.6 million tons [9]. Operating Rates - Upstream domestic enterprise operating rate increased by 0.52% to 73.01%, and downstream MTO device operating rate remained unchanged at 76.92% [9]. Chlor - alkali Industry PVC and Caustic Soda Spot & Futures - Shandong 32% liquid caustic soda equivalent price remained unchanged at 2687.5 yuan/ton; V2509 decreased by 0.8% to 4854 yuan/ton [34]. Caustic Soda Overseas Quotes & Export Profits - FOB East China port decreased by 2.6% to $380/ton, and export profit decreased by 162.2% [34]. PVC Overseas Quotes & Export Profits - CFR Southeast Asia remained unchanged at $680/ton, and export profit decreased by 5.4% [34]. Supply and Demand - Caustic soda industry operating rate decreased by 1.4% to 86.1%, and PVC total operating rate decreased by 4.8% to 75.0% [34]. Crude Oil Industry Crude Oil Prices and Spreads - Brent decreased by 2.3% to $67.22/barrel, WTI increased by 0.3% to $63.44/barrel, and SC increased by 1.34% to 500.1 yuan/barrel [38]. Refined Oil Prices and Spreads - NYM RBOB increased by 0.73% to 213.77 cents/gallon, and ICE Gasoil decreased by 2.25% to $674.5/ton [38]. Refined Oil Cracking Spreads - US gasoline cracking spread decreased by 2.42% to $26.34/barrel, and European diesel cracking spread decreased by 5.07% to $26.9/barrel [38]. Urea Industry Futures Prices and Spreads - 01 contract decreased by 0.67% to 1777 yuan/ton, and 05 contract decreased by 0.46% to 1737 yuan/ton [40]. Upstream Raw Materials - Anthracite small pieces (Jincheng) remained unchanged at 900 yuan/ton, and动力煤坑口 (伊金霍洛旗) decreased by 1.94% to 505 yuan/ton [40]. Downstream Products - Melamine (Shandong) remained unchanged at 5225 yuan/ton, and compound fertilizer 45%S (Henan) remained unchanged at 2930 yuan/ton [40]. Supply and Demand - Domestic urea daily output decreased by 0.81% to 19.52 million tons, and urea production enterprise operating rate decreased by 0.81% to 84.33% [40]. Pure Benzene - Styrene Industry Upstream Prices and Spreads - Brent crude oil (October) decreased by 2.3% to $67.22/barrel, CFR China pure benzene decreased by 0.1% to $750/ton [43]. Styrene - related Prices and Spreads - Styrene East China spot price decreased by 1.2% to 7260 yuan/ton, and EB futures 2510 decreased by 1.0% to 7257 yuan/ton [43]. Pure Benzene and Styrene Downstream Cash Flows - Phenol cash flow decreased by 3.6% to - 544 yuan/ton, and PS cash flow decreased by 26.7% to - 150 yuan/ton [43]. Pure Benzene and Styrene Inventories - Pure benzene Jiangsu port inventory decreased by 4.2% to 13.8 million tons, and styrene Jiangsu port inventory increased by 10.8% to 17.9 million tons [43]. Pure Benzene and Styrene Industry Chain Operating Rates - Asian pure benzene operating rate increased by 2.9% to 77.9%, and domestic styrene operating rate increased by 0.4% to 78.2% [43].

1. Report Industry Investment Ratings No relevant content provided. 2. Core Views of the Report - The market may experience increased short - term volatility after recent continuous rises, but the general strategy is to go long on dips. In the bond market, there is still room for interest rates to decline, but it may return to a volatile pattern in the short term. For precious metals, it is recommended to go long on silver on dips. For most non - ferrous metals, prices are expected to be volatile with a slightly upward trend. In the black building materials sector, steel products face weak demand, while iron ore is expected to be volatile. For energy chemicals, the trends vary by product, and for agricultural products, different products have different outlooks based on supply and demand [3][6][8]. 3. Summary by Related Catalogs 3.1 Macro - Financial 3.1.1 Stock Index - Policy: The State Council released an opinion on implementing the "Artificial Intelligence +" action, aiming for over 70% penetration of new - generation intelligent terminals by 2027 [2]. - Fund Scale: In July, the scale of money funds increased by over 38 billion yuan, stock funds by over 19 billion yuan, and hybrid funds by over 13 billion yuan, while bond funds decreased by over 4.6 billion yuan [2]. - Company Performance: Cambrian achieved an operating income of 2.881 billion yuan in H1 2025, a year - on - year increase of 4347.82%, and a net profit of 1.038 billion yuan, turning a profit year - on - year [2]. - International Data: US durable goods orders in July decreased by 2.8% month - on - month, better than the expected 4% decline [2]. - Trading Logic: The market may be volatile in the short term but the long - term strategy is to go long on dips [3]. 3.1.2 Treasury Bonds - Market Performance: On Tuesday, TL, T, TF, and TS main contracts all rose [4]. - News: Trump fired Fed governor Lisa Cook, and Guangdong plans to issue 2.5 billion yuan of offshore RMB local government bonds in Macau [4]. - Liquidity: The central bank conducted 40.58 billion yuan of 7 - day reverse repurchase operations, with a net withdrawal of 17.45 billion yuan [5][6]. - Strategy: Interest rates may decline in the long term but the bond market may be volatile in the short term [6]. 3.1.3 Precious Metals - Market Performance: Shanghai gold rose 0.21%, Shanghai silver fell 0.30%, COMEX gold rose 0.24%, and COMEX silver rose 0.22% [7]. - Market Outlook: US economic data pressured precious metals prices in the short term, but Trump's action may lead the Fed to turn dovish. It is recommended to go long on silver on dips [7][8]. 3.2 Non - Ferrous Metals 3.2.1 Copper - Market Performance: LME copper rose 0.38%, and Shanghai copper closed at 79,420 yuan/ton [10]. - Industry Situation: LME copper inventory decreased, and domestic copper supply is expected to be in a slightly surplus situation. Copper prices are expected to be volatile and slightly upward [10]. 3.2.2 Aluminum - Market Performance: LME aluminum rose 0.63%, and Shanghai aluminum closed at 20,880 yuan/ton [11]. - Industry Situation: Domestic aluminum inventory is low, and demand is expected to improve. Aluminum prices are expected to be volatile and slightly upward [11]. 3.2.3 Zinc - Market Performance: Shanghai zinc index fell 0.52%, and LME zinc rose [12]. - Industry Situation: Zinc ore inventory is rising, but the dovish Fed statement strengthens the support for zinc prices. Zinc prices are expected to be volatile in the short term [12][13]. 3.2.4 Lead - Market Performance: Shanghai lead index rose 0.38%, and LME lead rose [14]. - Industry Situation: Lead supply is increasing, and downstream demand is warming up in the short term but faces pressure in the medium term [14]. 3.2.5 Nickel - Market Performance: Shanghai nickel rose 0.05% [15]. - Industry Situation: Nickel supply is in surplus, and stainless steel demand is weak. Nickel prices are expected to be volatile [15]. 3.2.6 Tin - Market Performance: Shanghai tin fell 0.05% [16]. - Industry Situation: Tin supply is low, and demand is weak. Tin prices are expected to be volatile [16]. 3.2.7 Lithium Carbonate - Market Performance: The MMLC index was flat, and the LC2511 contract fell 0.45% [17]. - Industry Situation: Lithium mica supply is shrinking, and the price is expected to be supported. Attention should be paid to overseas supply [17]. 3.2.8 Alumina - Market Performance: The alumina index fell 3.47% [18]. - Industry Situation: Ore supply is disturbed, and the Fed's dovish statement may support the price. It is recommended to wait and see [18]. 3.2.9 Stainless Steel - Market Performance: The stainless - steel main contract fell 0.31% [19]. - Industry Situation: Short - term demand is weak, but it is expected to improve with the arrival of the peak season [20]. 3.2.10 Cast Aluminum Alloy - Market Performance: The AD2511 contract fell 0.32% [21]. - Industry Situation: The downstream is transitioning from the off - season to the peak season, and the price may rise, but there is delivery pressure [21]. 3.3 Black Building Materials 3.3.1 Steel - Market Performance: Rebar and hot - rolled coil prices fell [23]. - Industry Situation: Steel demand is weak, inventory is accumulating, and prices may continue to decline if demand does not improve [24]. 3.3.2 Iron Ore - Market Performance: The iron ore main contract fell 1.33% [26]. - Industry Situation: Overseas shipments are stable, demand is flat, and inventory is rising slightly. Iron ore prices are expected to be volatile [27]. 3.3.3 Glass and Soda Ash - Glass: Spot prices are stable, inventory is rising slightly, and prices are expected to be weakly volatile in the short term [28]. - Soda Ash: Spot prices are stable, inventory pressure is decreasing, and prices are expected to be volatile in the short term and gradually rise in the long term [29]. 3.3.4 Manganese Silicon and Ferrosilicon - Market Performance: Manganese silicon and ferrosilicon prices fell [31]. - Industry Situation: Iron alloy prices are affected by market sentiment. It is recommended for speculative funds to wait and see and for hedging funds to participate [32]. 3.3.5 Industrial Silicon - Market Performance: The industrial silicon main contract fell 1.84% [34]. - Industry Situation: Supply is increasing, demand support is limited, and prices are expected to be volatile [35]. 3.3.6 Polysilicon - Market Performance: The polysilicon main contract fell 1.15% [36]. - Industry Situation: It is in a "weak reality, strong expectation" pattern, and prices are expected to be highly volatile [36]. 3.4 Energy Chemicals 3.4.1 Rubber - Market Performance: NR and RU were in a volatile consolidation [38]. - Industry Situation: There are different views on the rise and fall. It is expected that rubber prices will be volatile and slightly upward [39][42]. 3.4.2 Crude Oil - Market Performance: WTI fell 2.21%, Brent fell 2.17%, and INE rose 0.66% [43]. - Industry Situation: The fundamentals are healthy, but seasonal demand may limit the upside. The short - term target price for WTI is $70.4/barrel [43]. 3.4.3 Methanol - Market Performance: The 01 contract fell [44]. - Industry Situation: Supply is increasing, demand is weak, and it is recommended to wait and see [44]. 3.4.4 Urea - Market Performance: The 01 contract fell [45]. - Industry Situation: Supply pressure exists, demand is weak, and it is recommended to go long on dips [45][46]. 3.4.5 Styrene - Market Performance: Spot and futures prices fell, and the basis strengthened [47]. - Industry Situation: Cost support exists, inventory is rising, and prices may rebound after inventory reduction [47]. 3.4.6 PVC - Market Performance: The 01 contract fell [49]. - Industry Situation: Supply is strong, demand is weak, and it is recommended to wait and see [49]. 3.4.7 Ethylene Glycol - Market Performance: The EG01 contract fell [50]. - Industry Situation: Supply is still in surplus, and there is downward pressure on valuation in the medium term [50][51]. 3.4.8 PTA - Market Performance: The PTA01 contract rose [52]. - Industry Situation: Supply is decreasing, demand is improving, and it is recommended to go long on dips [52]. 3.4.9 Para - Xylene - Market Performance: The PX11 contract rose [53]. - Industry Situation: PX load is high, and there is support for valuation. It is recommended to go long on dips [53]. 3.4.10 Polyethylene (PE) - Market Performance: Futures prices fell [54]. - Industry Situation: Cost support exists, inventory is decreasing, and prices may rise [54]. 3.4.11 Polypropylene (PP) - Market Performance: Futures prices fell [56]. - Industry Situation: Supply and demand are weak, and it is recommended to go long on the LL - PP2601 contract on dips [56]. 3.5 Agricultural Products 3.5.1 Live Pigs - Market Performance: Pig prices fell [58]. - Industry Situation: Supply is excessive, and the market is in a range - bound pattern [58]. 3.5.2 Eggs - Market Performance: Egg prices were stable or rose [59]. - Industry Situation: The egg market is in a supply - surplus cycle, and it is recommended to reduce short positions or short on rebounds [59]. 3.5.3 Soybean and Rapeseed Meal - Market Performance: US soybeans rose slightly, and domestic soybean meal was relatively weak [60]. - Industry Situation: Supply is sufficient, and it is recommended to go long on dips in the cost - range low [60][61]. 3.5.4 Oils and Fats - Market Performance: Domestic oils and fats were weakly volatile [63]. - Industry Situation: There are multiple factors supporting the price, and palm oil is expected to be volatile and slightly upward [63][64]. 3.5.5 Sugar - Market Performance: Zhengzhou sugar futures prices fell [65]. - Industry Situation: International and domestic supply is increasing, and prices are likely to continue to decline [65]. 3.5.6 Cotton - Market Performance: Zhengzhou cotton futures prices were volatile [66]. - Industry Situation: Fundamentals are expected to improve, and prices may rise in the short term [66].

1. Report Industry Investment Ratings No specific industry - wide investment ratings are provided in the given report. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - The short - term macro upward drive is marginally strengthening, with the market focusing on domestic incremental stimulus policies and easing expectations. Attention should be paid to the progress of Sino - US trade negotiations and the implementation of domestic incremental policies [2][3]. - Different asset classes are expected to show short - term range - bound trends, and specific investment strategies vary according to different sectors. 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs Macro Finance - Overseas: The attempt to remove Fed Governor Cook has raised concerns about central bank independence, leading to a decline in the US dollar index and US Treasury yields, and an increase in global risk appetite. - Domestic: China's economic data in July slowed down and fell short of expectations. Policy stimulus has been strengthened, and the short - term external risk uncertainty has decreased while domestic easing expectations have increased, resulting in an overall increase in domestic risk appetite. - Asset Recommendations: Stocks are expected to oscillate strongly at a high level in the short term, and short - term cautious long positions are recommended; bonds are expected to oscillate at a high level, and cautious observation is advised; commodities in different sectors are generally expected to oscillate in the short term, and cautious observation is recommended [2]. Stock Index - Affected by sectors such as rare earth concepts, biomedicine, and small metals, the domestic stock market declined slightly. - With the strengthening of policy stimulus, the reduction of short - term external risk uncertainty, and the increase in domestic easing expectations, the short - term macro upward drive is marginally strengthening. Short - term cautious long positions are recommended [3]. Precious Metals - Gold prices are supported in the short term due to increased concerns about independence, rising risk of stagflation, and strengthened rate - cut expectations. However, attention should be paid to the Fed's attitude changes, and the market focus is on the upcoming US PCE data [4][5]. Black Metals - **Steel**: The spot and futures markets of steel continued to be weak. Demand was weak, inventory increased, and supply was expected to decline in the future. With strong cost support, a range - bound approach is recommended in the short term [6]. - **Iron Ore**: The spot and futures prices of iron ore declined. With strong northern production - restriction expectations, cautious procurement by steel mills, and increasing supply pressure, a range - bound approach is expected in the short term [6]. - **Silicon Manganese/Silicon Iron**: The spot prices were flat, and the futures prices declined slightly. Supply in some regions was increasing, but there were potential production - cut plans. A range - bound approach is recommended in the short term [7][8]. - **Soda Ash**: There is a situation of high supply, high inventory, and weak demand. The supply - side contradiction is the core factor suppressing prices. It is expected to oscillate in a range in the short term [9]. - **Glass**: Supply is stable, demand is difficult to increase significantly, and it is expected to oscillate in a range in the short term under the boost of real - estate news [9]. Non - ferrous Metals and New Energy - **Copper**: The impact of Trump's attempt to remove Cook on the copper market is expected to be small in the short term, and domestic demand is expected to weaken marginally [10][11]. - **Aluminum**: The price declined slightly. The fundamentals changed little, and it is expected to oscillate in the short term with limited upward space [11]. - **Aluminum Alloy**: The supply of scrap aluminum is tight, production costs are rising, and demand is weak. It is expected to oscillate slightly stronger in the short term with limited upward space [11]. - **Tin**: Supply is expected to be relatively loose in the long term, and demand is weak. It is expected to oscillate in the short term, with limited upward space [12]. - **Lithium Carbonate**: After the previous sentiment subsided, it is expected to oscillate in a wide range, with a short - term bearish and long - term bullish outlook [13]. - **Industrial Silicon**: It is expected to oscillate in a range, considering the high - level oscillation of black metals and polysilicon [13]. - **Polysilicon**: It is facing a game between strong expectations and weak reality, and is expected to oscillate at a high level in the short term [14]. Energy and Chemicals - **Crude Oil**: Concerns about the Fed's independence and the potential impact of US tariffs on India's oil imports have affected oil prices. There is still some support for oil prices in the near term [16]. - **Asphalt**: Supported by anti - involution in the petrochemical industry and rising crude oil prices, but with limited inventory reduction, it is expected to remain weakly oscillating in the near term [16]. - **PX**: It is in a tight situation in the short term and is expected to oscillate while waiting for changes in PTA device operations [16]. - **PTA**: Driven by capacity adjustments and increased downstream demand, it is expected to maintain a relatively strong oscillating pattern in the short term [17]. - **Ethylene Glycol**: Port inventory has decreased slightly. Supported by downstream demand recovery, but facing supply pressure, short - term buying on dips should pay attention to crude oil cost fluctuations [18][19]. - **Short - fiber**: Driven by sector resonance, its price increased slightly. It is expected to follow the polyester sector and may be shorted on rallies in the medium term [19]. - **Methanol**: The fundamentals are showing marginal improvement, but the oversupply situation remains. It is expected to oscillate in price [19]. - **PP**: Supply pressure is increasing, but there is policy support. The 09 contract is expected to oscillate weakly, and the 01 contract should focus on peak - season inventory - building [19]. - **LLDPE**: Supply pressure remains, and demand shows signs of turning. The 09 contract is expected to oscillate weakly, and the 01 contract should focus on demand and inventory - building [19]. Agricultural Products - **US Soybeans**: The selling pressure of US Treasuries has increased, and the weakening of the US dollar has provided some support to commodities. The expected Sino - US trade negotiations have boosted the export sales expectations of US soybeans [20]. - **Soybean and Rapeseed Meal**: The pressure of continuous inventory accumulation of domestic soybean and soybean meal in oil mills has eased. Rapeseed meal still has the basis for upward fluctuations. Attention should be paid to the development of Sino - Canadian trade relations [21]. - **Oils**: Rapeseed oil inventory is decreasing, and the supply is expected to shrink; soybean oil is expected to have a low - valuation price - increase market; palm oil is expected to enter an oscillating phase [21]. - **Corn**: The national corn price is running weakly. The futures price has entered a relatively low - valuation range, and there is a low possibility of breaking through the previous range [21]. - **Pigs**: The weight of pigs has declined, and the second - fattening market is cautious. The market's pessimistic sentiment about the fourth - quarter outlook has increased [22].