Report Overview - Report Title: Copper Futures Monthly Report - Date: October 10, 2025 - Researcher: Zhang Ping, Yu Feifei, Peng Jinglin [3] Report Industry Investment Rating - The report does not mention the industry investment rating. Core Viewpoint - Supported by the fundamentals, the copper price will strengthen, and the support level of the main contract of Shanghai copper will rise to 82,000 [9][16]. Summary of Each Section 1. Market Review and Future Outlook 1.1 Market Review - In September, the main contract of Shanghai copper traded between 79,380 and 83,820, with total positions rising 9.7% to 533,000 lots. The spot premium of domestic 1 electrolytic copper dropped to a discount at the end of the month. Social inventories continued to accumulate slightly, and bonded area inventories decreased by 0.21 million tons to 730,000 tons. LME copper traded between 9,844 and 10,485, with total positions up 12% to 300,000 lots. COMEX copper traded between 452.55 and 493.95, with total positions up 36% to 245,000 lots [11]. 1.2 Future Outlook - Fundamentally, the tight supply of raw materials will limit the growth of refinery production in the fourth quarter, while demand is expected to strengthen. Macroscopically, the Fed's interest - rate cuts are beneficial to the copper price. Overall, the copper price is expected to strengthen [9][15][16]. 2. Supply Side: Tight Raw Materials are Spreading to the Smelting End 2.1 Tight Supply - Demand in the Copper Concentrate Market - From January to July 2025, global copper mine supply increased by 536,000 tons to 13.485 million tons. Due to the accident at the Grasberg mine, the global copper mine increment in 2025 is expected to be adjusted down to 450,000 tons. The new project in the second half of 2025 is the second - phase of Julong Copper Mine, with a new capacity of 200,000 tons, but the capacity will be released in 2026. In September, the decline of imported copper concentrate TC slowed down. The demand for copper concentrate in China far exceeds the supply, and the supply - demand tension has intensified [17][18]. 2.2 Intensified Tightness of Cold Materials - In August, the import of anode copper decreased significantly, and the import of scrap copper was stable. The supply of cold materials is expected to remain tight in October, and the upside space for cold material processing fees is limited [20][22]. 2.3 Realization of Refinery Production - Cut Expectations - In September, the electrolytic copper production decreased significantly due to increased refinery maintenance and difficulties in purchasing anode copper. It is expected that the production will continue to decline in October and may further decrease in November due to maintenance plans and tight anode plate supply [25]. 3. Demand Side: Lackluster Peak Season for Copper Products, Resilient Terminal Demand 3.1 Lackluster Peak Season for Domestic Copper Products Production - From January to August, the domestic copper product output reached 16.6 million tons, with a year - on - year growth of 10.7%. In September, the start - up rates of copper rods and their downstream industries were lower than expected, and the peak season was lackluster [28][29]. 3.2 Obvious Recovery in the Automobile Market Driven by National Consumption - Promotion Policies - In August, automobile production and sales increased by 8.7% and 10.1% month - on - month respectively. New energy vehicle production and sales maintained rapid growth, and the export of new energy vehicles increased significantly year - on - year [32][33]. 3.3 Power Grid Investment Growth Offset the Decline in Power Source Investment - From January to August, the power grid investment was 379.576 billion yuan, with a year - on - year growth of 14%. It is expected to further increase to address the imbalance between power source and power grid investment. The power source investment growth is expected to lag behind that of the power grid [35][36]. 3.4 Rebound in Household Appliance Output Growth, Continued Slowdown in Exports - From January to August 2025, the output of air conditioners, refrigerators, and washing machines increased by 6%, 2%, and 8% year - on - year respectively, while the export growth slowed down. Global household appliance production and sales may face downward pressure in 2025 [40]. 3.5 The Downward Cycle of the Real Estate Market Continues - From January to August 2025, real estate investment, new construction, and completion growth rates were - 12.9%, - 19.5%, and - 17% respectively. The real estate market is expected to provide no support for copper demand this year [42][43].

Market Sentiment - The current market sentiment score is 86, indicating an "overheated" market condition, which suggests a high level of investor optimism [5][9][20] Hot Themes Tracking - **Artificial Intelligence**: Alibaba's CEO announced a significant investment of 380 billion yuan in AI infrastructure, positioning AI as the next generation operating system. Related stocks include Industrial Fulian (601138) and Zhongji Xuchuang (300308) [5] - **Non-ferrous Metals**: The Grasberg mine in Indonesia has delayed its reopening to mid-2026 due to a landslide, raising concerns over copper supply and driving up international copper prices. Domestic copper smelting competition is leading to low processing fees, prompting calls for self-discipline in production cuts. Related stocks include Zijin Mining (601899) and Jiangxi Copper (600362) [5] - **Energy Storage**: The domestic "New Energy Storage Special Action Plan" aims for 180 million kilowatts of installed capacity by 2027, attracting 250 billion yuan in direct investment. Policies are expected to boost project IRR above 8%. Overseas orders surged by 220% year-on-year in the first half of 2025, reaching 160 GWh. Related stocks include CATL (300750) and Sungrow Power (300274) [5] Capital Flow Analysis - **Net Inflow**: The top net inflow stocks include ZTE Corporation (000063) with 302.44 million yuan, Hikvision (002415) with 137.65 million yuan, and BYD (002594) with 86.33 million yuan [10] - **Financing Net Purchase**: The leading stocks in financing net purchases are ZTE Corporation (000063) with 144.86 million yuan and New Eslon (300502) with 132.99 million yuan [12] - **Net Outflow**: The stocks with the highest net outflow include Sungrow Power (300274) with -183.01 million yuan and New Eslon (300502) with -118.16 million yuan [13] Industry Overview - The non-ferrous metals industry is experiencing upward price movements due to supply concerns and competitive pressures within the domestic copper smelting sector [5] - The energy storage sector is poised for significant growth driven by government policies and increasing demand for capacity, with a notable increase in overseas orders [5]

Group 1: Investment Rating of the Report - The report does not explicitly provide an overall industry investment rating. However, it offers mid - term outlooks for each metal variety, including "oscillating strongly", "oscillating", etc. [8][11] Group 2: Core Viewpoints of the Report - After the Fed restarts interest rate cuts, investors have a positive macro - outlook. There is a linkage between the stock and futures markets of non - ferrous metals, with copper leading the rise among base metals. In the short - to - medium term, supply disruptions and stock - futures linkage speculation lead to a pulse rise in some varieties, but there is a risk of price decline after a rapid increase. In the long term, potential domestic stimulus policies and supply disruptions in copper, aluminum, and tin will push up base metal prices [1]. - For different metal varieties, the supply - side contraction logic of copper continues to drive up prices; the fundamentals of alumina are weak with price pressure; aluminum prices are boosted by macro - sentiment; aluminum alloy prices are supported by cost; zinc prices rebound with non - ferrous metals despite inventory accumulation; lead prices also rebound with non - ferrous metals with a loosening supply - demand outlook; nickel prices fluctuate widely due to the repeated progress of RKAB quotas; stainless steel prices rise with the strengthening of nickel prices; tin prices oscillate at a high level due to continuous supply disruptions [2]. Group 3: Summary by Variety (According to the Catalog) Copper - **Viewpoint**: The supply - side contraction logic continues to ferment, and copper prices maintain a strong trend. The Grasberg mine in Indonesia has production disruptions, and there are also issues such as the US government shutdown, domestic production changes, and policy - induced production cuts in the recycled copper market. The supply is expected to decrease, while the demand has resilience, and copper prices are expected to oscillate strongly [8][10]. - **Information Analysis**: The production of the Grasberg mine in Indonesia is expected to be severely affected in 2026, with a 35% drop in annual output; the US government shutdown affects economic data release; in August, SMM China's electrolytic copper production decreased slightly month - on - month but increased year - on - year; the spot price of electrolytic copper had a certain premium; the copper inventory increased; the "770 - document" led to production cuts in the recycled copper market; the labor union of Los Pelambres copper mine rejected the contract, increasing the strike risk [8][9]. - **Main Logic**: Macroscopically, the US government shutdown affects data release. On the supply side, mine production disruptions, low processing fees, and policy - induced production cuts lead to a supply reduction expectation. On the demand side, the peak season is approaching, and downstream stocking demand may increase. If the inventory continues to decline, copper prices may remain strong [10]. Alumina - **Viewpoint**: The fundamentals are still weak, and the upward price movement is under pressure. It is expected to oscillate in the short term [11][13]. - **Information Analysis**: On October 9, the domestic and overseas spot prices of alumina changed, with a certain decline in domestic prices; the estimated supply in September exceeded demand by about 430,000 tons; the price of a tender by an electrolytic aluminum plant in Xinjiang decreased; the alumina warehouse receipts increased [11][12]. - **Main Logic**: The macro - sentiment in the non - ferrous sector amplifies price fluctuations. Fundamentally, although some smelters are close to the cost line, the operating capacity is still high, and the strong inventory accumulation trend continues. The price is under pressure, but the limited decline in ore prices in the fourth quarter restricts the downward space. Potential production cuts and Guinea - related disturbances may affect prices [12]. Aluminum - **Viewpoint**: Boosted by macro - sentiment, aluminum prices oscillate strongly. In the short term, they are expected to oscillate, and in the medium term, the price center may rise [13][14]. - **Information Analysis**: On October 9, the price of SMM AOO aluminum increased, and the inventory of aluminum ingots and aluminum rods increased; some aluminum production projects were completed or planned to be put into production [13]. - **Main Logic**: The short - term interest rate cut boosts macro - expectations. On the supply side, replacement capacities are being put into production, and the operating capacity is high. On the demand side, as the peak season approaches, the order outlook improves. The post - holiday demand and inventory trends need to be observed [14]. Aluminum Alloy - **Viewpoint**: Supported by cost, the price oscillates. In the short term, there are opportunities for cross - variety arbitrage, and in the medium term, it is expected to oscillate within a range [14][15]. - **Information Analysis**: On October 9, the price of ADC12 increased, and the price difference between ADC12 and AOO aluminum changed; the registered warehouse receipts increased; the EU may impose a 30% tax on scrap metal exports; the growth rate of the auto market in September slowed down [14][15]. - **Main Logic**: On the cost side, the supply of scrap aluminum is tight, and the cost reduction space is limited. On the supply side, the operating rate is increasing, and the implementation of policies needs to be observed. On the demand side, there is a marginal improvement, but the peak - season effect needs to be verified. The inventory is accumulating, and the price is expected to oscillate within a range [15]. Zinc - **Viewpoint**: Zinc prices rebound with non - ferrous metals despite inventory accumulation. In the short term, they may oscillate at a high level, and in the long term, there is a downward risk [16][17]. - **Information Analysis**: The spot price of zinc has a certain discount; the inventory of zinc ingots increased; a mine in Australia had a seismic event, delaying high - grade zinc ore mining [16]. - **Main Logic**: The non - ferrous sector rebounds with the rise of copper prices. The macro - environment is slightly negative. The short - term zinc ore supply is loose, and smelters have strong production willingness. The demand is in the off - peak to peak transition period, and the overall demand outlook is average. The fundamentals are in surplus, but the Fed's interest rate cut expectation and the "soft squeeze" of LME zinc support short - term prices [17]. Lead - **Viewpoint**: The supply - demand loosening expectation remains unchanged, and lead prices rebound with non - ferrous metals, showing an oscillating trend [17][20]. - **Information Analysis**: The price of waste electric vehicle batteries and the price difference between primary and recycled lead remained stable; the price of lead ingots was stable, and the spot premium decreased; the social inventory of lead ingots decreased, and the warehouse receipts increased; lead smelters had production cuts in September, and downstream enterprises stocked up before the holiday [17][19]. - **Main Logic**: On the spot side, the premium and price difference are stable; on the supply side, the profit of recycled lead smelters improves, and the production increases; on the demand side, the operating rate of lead - acid battery factories is high. After the battery factory's stocking is completed, the demand may decline, and the supply may loosen [19][20]. Nickel - **Viewpoint**: Due to the repeated progress of RKAB quotas, nickel prices fluctuate widely. In the short term, they oscillate widely, and in the long term, it is advisable to wait and see [20][24]. - **Information Analysis**: The LME nickel inventory increased, and the domestic inventory was partially exported; Antam and CATL signed cooperation agreements; the application process of the 2026 RKAB quota was delayed; a nickel - iron plant in Brazil increased its production capacity [20][22]. - **Main Logic**: Market sentiment dominates the market, and the industrial fundamentals are slightly weak. The mine end is relatively stable, but the intermediate product output recovers, and the nickel salt price weakens slightly. The inventory accumulates, and the price pressure is significant. Short - term trading is recommended [22]. Stainless Steel - **Viewpoint**: Stainless steel prices rise with the strengthening of nickel prices and are expected to oscillate within a range in the short term [25]. - **Information Analysis**: The futures warehouse receipts of stainless steel decreased; the spot price had a certain premium; the stainless steel production in September increased [25]. - **Main Logic**: The prices of nickel - iron and chrome - iron are stable. The production increase in September is driven by price and season. The supply - demand imbalance has been alleviated, and the future price trend depends on inventory and cost changes [25]. Tin - **Viewpoint**: Due to continuous supply disruptions, tin prices oscillate at a high level. The supply - side tightness provides strong support for prices, and they are expected to oscillate [26]. - **Information Analysis**: The inventory and trading volume of tin changed; the spot price increased; Indonesia took measures to regulate the tin market, affecting supply [26]. - **Main Logic**: During the National Day, there were continuous supply disruptions in the tin market, including Indonesia's crackdown on illegal mines and quota system adjustments. The supply in key areas such as the Wa State and Indonesia is restricted, and the supply - side tightness supports prices [26].

智通财经APP讯， 铜陵有色(000630.SZ)发布公告，公司股票连续三个交易日内(2025年9月29日、2025年 9月30日、2025年10月9 日)日收盘价格涨跌幅偏离值累计达到+20%，根据《深圳证券交易所交易规则》 的相关规定，属于股票交易异常波动的情况。 近期，公司主产品中阴极铜和黄金的市场价格累计涨幅较大，铜精矿加工费低位运行。 公司、控股股东和实际控制人目前不存在关于公司的应披露而未披露的重大事项，或处于筹划阶段的重 大事项。 ...

Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. Core View of the Report The copper price may show a mainly oscillating and slightly stronger trend. The price fluctuation is small, and the arbitrage opportunities are limited. It is recommended to mainly wait and see for option contracts [4][39]. Summary by Relevant Catalogs 1. Market Review - In August, the price of the main contract of Shanghai copper futures was mainly in an upward trend, with a price range of about 79,390 yuan/ton to 83,820 yuan/ton. The price trend of the LME copper futures contract was similar to that of the main contract of Shanghai copper futures, with an operating range of about 9,843 - 10,485 US dollars/ton [7]. 2. Macroeconomic Environment 2.1 Uncertainty in Fed Rate Cuts - There is a continuous debate within the Fed regarding the magnitude and speed of interest rate adjustments. Among 19 Fed officials, 10 think "there will be two or more rate cuts this year", while the other 9 believe there will be one more rate cut or even no more cuts. The probability that the Fed will keep the interest rate unchanged in October is 10.7%, and the probability of a 25 - basis - point rate cut is 89.3%. The probability of keeping the interest rate unchanged in December is 2.9%, the probability of a cumulative 25 - basis - point rate cut is 32.2%, and the probability of a cumulative 50 - basis - point rate cut is 64.9% [10][11][13]. 2.2 Year - on - Year Growth in Profits of Industrial Enterprises above the National Scale - From January to August, the total profit of industrial enterprises above the national scale reached 4,692.97 billion yuan, a year - on - year increase of 0.9%. Among them, the profit of the non - ferrous metal smelting and rolling processing industry increased by 12.7% [16][17]. 3. Supply Side 3.1 Continuous and Rapid Growth in Refined Copper Production - As of August 2025, the monthly refined copper production was 1.301 million tons, an increase of 31,000 tons from the previous month and a year - on - year increase of 14.8%. As of September 28, 2025, the refining fee of Chinese copper smelters was - 4.02 cents/pound, and the rough smelting fee was - 40.3 US dollars/kiloton [20]. 3.2 Continuous Narrowing of the Price Difference between Refined and Scrap Copper - As of September 26, 2025, the price of refined copper in Shanghai Wumaomao was 82,510 yuan/ton, and the price of scrap copper in Foshan, Guangdong was 75,050 yuan/ton, with a price difference of - 45 yuan/ton [23]. 4. Demand Side - As of August 2025, the monthly copper product output was 2.2219 million tons, a year - on - year increase of 9.8%. As of August 2025, the cumulative monthly investment in power grid construction was 379.6 billion yuan, a year - on - year increase of 14% [27]. 5. Inventory Side - As of September 30, 2025, the cathode copper inventory of the Shanghai Futures Exchange was 95,034 tons, a decrease of 3,745 tons from the previous week. As of September 29, 2025, the LME copper inventory was 143,900 tons, a decrease of 500 tons from the previous trading day, and the proportion of cancelled warrants was 6.72%. The COMEX copper inventory was 323,207 tons, an increase of 923 tons from the previous trading day. The inventory in the Shanghai Free Trade Zone was 80,700 tons, an increase of 4,600 tons from the previous week [32]. 6. Outlook 6.1 Analysis of Price Trend Factors - Factors affecting copper prices include Chinese economic policies, US policies, supply, demand, and inventory. Chinese economic policies and US policies have a high impact, with the key points being the year - on - year growth of industrial enterprise profits and the uncertainty of the Fed's continued rate cuts. Supply factors such as the low level of refined copper processing fees and the year - on - year growth of copper production also have an impact, as do demand factors like the accelerated growth of power grid investment and the growth of copper product output. The continuous and significant accumulation of COMEX copper inventory also affects prices [38]. 6.2 Outlook - Given the macro - environment, supply, demand, and inventory situations, the copper price may show a mainly oscillating and slightly stronger trend. The price fluctuation is small, and the arbitrage opportunities are limited. It is recommended to mainly wait and see for option contracts [39].

消息面上，近日，中国有色金属工业协会铜业分会第三届理事会第五次会议在河北雄安新区召开。铜冶 炼行业"内卷式"竞争导致铜精矿加工费持续低位的问题是此次会议中代表反馈最集中的问题，也是行业 当下最突出的问题。中国大冶有色金属上半年收入减少超10%，主要由于受国内外冶炼产能集中加速释 放和铜精矿供应紧张的双向作用，冶炼加工费持续低位运行，及企业产品产量减少。 来源：智通财经网 中国大冶有色金属(00661)再涨近25%，近九个交易日累计涨幅已超144%。截至发稿，涨19.82%，报 0.133港元，成交额3355.06万港元。 ...

消息面上，近日，中国有色金属工业协会铜业分会第三届理事会第五次会议在河北雄安新区召开。铜冶 炼行业"内卷式"竞争导致铜精矿加工费持续低位的问题是此次会议中代表反馈最集中的问题，也是行业 当下最突出的问题。中国大冶有色金属上半年收入减少超10%，主要由于受国内外冶炼产能集中加速释 放和铜精矿供应紧张的双向作用，冶炼加工费持续低位运行，及企业产品产量减少。 中国大冶有色金属(00661)再涨近25%，近九个交易日累计涨幅已超144%。截至发稿，涨19.82%，报 0.133港元，成交额3355.06万港元。 ...

Group 1 - Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index rose by 0.04%, gaining 11 points to close at 26,840 points, while the Hang Seng Tech Index increased by 0.63% [1] - Shanghai Electric (02727) surged by 15.72%, with its A-shares hitting the daily limit, driven by positive developments in the controllable nuclear fusion sector [1] - Huahong Semiconductor (01347) climbed 6.75%, reaching a new high as domestic supply chain localization accelerates, with local foundry demand expected to expand rapidly [1] - Jiangxi Copper (00358) increased by 11%, being a leading copper smelting company in China, with a potential resumption of production at a copper mine owned by First Quantum [1] - Luoyang Molybdenum (03993) rose by 8%, as cobalt prices surged over 11% in the previous two days due to strict export controls in the Democratic Republic of Congo [1] - Hang Seng Bank (00011) jumped 26% following HSBC's recommendation to privatize the bank [1] - Solar stocks saw gains in early trading, with prices in the photovoltaic industry chain continuing to rise in September, particularly in upstream sectors [1] - High-speed rail infrastructure stocks led the gains, with record railway investment progress and the initiation of the "14th Five-Year" railway development planning [1] Group 2 - ZTE Corporation (00763) saw both A and H shares rise, with the overseas debut of its Co-Sight super intelligent system indicating positive growth potential in the enterprise AI market [2] Group 3 - Mixue Group (02097) rose 8.96% despite market trends, making a forward-looking investment in fresh beer brand Fulu, expanding its "tea + coffee + fresh beer" portfolio [3] - The Hang Seng Biotechnology Index fell by 3.52%, with several constituent stocks like Innovent Biologics (09969) and Sino Biopharmaceutical (01177) experiencing declines of over 6% [3] - Smoore International (06969) dropped over 9%, having fallen more than 30% from its yearly high, with UBS projecting lower earnings than market consensus [3]

今日， $江西铜业股份 (00358.HK)$ 股价涨超7%，8月初至今累涨近140%。截至发稿，涨7.61%，报37.88港元，成交额12.76亿港元。 消息面上，Grasberg铜矿停产事件预计将导致2025年四季度至2026年间铜供应缺口进一步扩大。此外，中国有色金属工业协会铜业分会表示坚决反对铜冶炼 行业"内卷式"竞争。机构称，冶炼产能过剩未来有望缓解，冶炼企业后续盈利有望迎来改善。公开资料显示，江西铜业为国内铜冶炼龙头，阴极铜年产能达 210万吨，铜业务收入占比超70%。 江西铜业A股涨停，最新报39.04元。 值得注意的是，近期有媒体报道，巴拿马正准备与第一量子矿业公司就可能重启其关闭的科布雷巴拿马铜矿展开谈判，预计该矿将于今年年底或2026年初重 启。据悉，江西铜业股份是第一量子最大股东，自2024年开始，江西铜业将持有的第一量子投资由金融工具投资转换为长期股权投资权益法核算。如果巴拿 马铜矿复产，将显著增厚公司利润。 编辑/KOKO ...

值得注意的是，近期有媒体报道，巴拿马正准备与第一量子矿业公司就可能重启其关闭的科布雷巴拿马 铜矿展开谈判，预计该矿将于今年年底或2026年初重启。据悉，江西铜业股份是第一量子最大股东，自 2024年开始，江西铜业将持有的第一量子投资由金融工具投资转换为长期股权投资权益法核算。如果巴 拿马铜矿复产，将显著增厚公司利润。 江西铜业（600362）股份(00358)再涨近8%，8月初至今累涨近140%。截至发稿，涨6.14%，报37.36港 元，成交额12.04亿港元。 消息面上，Grasberg铜矿停产事件预计将导致2025年四季度至2026年间铜供应缺口进一步扩大。此外， 中国有色金属工业协会铜业分会表示坚决反对铜冶炼行业"内卷式"竞争。机构称，冶炼产能过剩未来有 望缓解，冶炼企业后续盈利有望迎来改善。公开资料显示，江西铜业为国内铜冶炼龙头，阴极铜年产能 达210万吨，铜业务收入占比超70%。 ...