Report Industry Investment Ratings No relevant content provided. Core Views - The oil market has continued the inventory accumulation trend since the third - quarter peak season, with supply - demand surplus pressure due to OPEC+ production increases. Oil prices are mainly under pressure in the short term but may be supported by geopolitical factors later [2]. - Precious metals are in a wide - range oscillation as economic data shows resilience and the probability of extreme tariff confrontation is decreasing [3]. - Different commodities have various trends influenced by factors such as supply - demand, policies, and geopolitical situations, and corresponding investment strategies are proposed for each commodity [2 - 49]. Summary by Categories Energy Crude Oil - Since the third - quarter peak season, the oil market has seen crude oil inventory decline by 0.6% and refined oil inventory increase by 1.7%. The supply - demand surplus pressure persists. Oil prices are under pressure in the short term but may be supported by geopolitical factors later [2]. Fuel Oil & Low - Sulfur Fuel Oil - The 18th round of EU sanctions on Russia has reduced the supply risk of high - sulfur resources. FU is relatively weak, and LU follows crude oil with less volatility [22]. Asphalt - It is supported at around 3590 yuan/ton. August refinery production is expected to decline, and demand recovery is delayed. Low inventory provides support but limits the upside [23]. Liquefied Petroleum Gas - Overseas market decline has driven the domestic market down. With weak supply and demand, the domestic market may stabilize, and the futures market is weak [24]. Metals Copper - The copper market is cautious, with resistance at the upper integer level. It is recommended to hold a short position lightly [4]. Aluminum - The Shanghai aluminum market is in a narrow - range oscillation, with resistance at around 21,000 yuan. Attention should be paid to inventory changes [5]. Zinc - Supported by cost, it oscillates around 23,000 yuan. There is a chance to go short at a high level [8]. Lead - With tight raw material supply and cost support, it shows limited downside. It is recommended to buy call options lightly [9]. Nickel and Stainless Steel - The nickel market is in the middle - late stage of a rebound. Wait for a short - selling opportunity [10]. Tin - The Shanghai tin market has risen above 270,000 yuan, but the long - term trend is not optimistic. Consider reducing short positions [11]. Manganese and Silicon - Manganese - Silicon - manganese inventory is decreasing, and it follows the trend of rebar with a relatively small increase [19]. Iron Ore - Supply is stable, and demand is resilient. It follows the black - series trend but is at a relatively high price [16]. Coke and Coking Coal - Both coking coal and coke are expected to maintain an upward trend in the short term [17][18]. Chemicals Urea - Agricultural demand is approaching the end of the peak season, and overall demand is weak. The market is expected to oscillate [25]. Methanol - The futures market is strong, affected by policies. Inventory is decreasing, and attention should be paid to market rhythm [26]. Pure Benzene - Its price has strengthened, with seasonal improvement expected in the third - quarter and pressure in the fourth - quarter. Consider monthly spread trading [27]. Styrene - It continues to move sideways, with weakening macro - support and poor spot trading [28]. Polypropylene, Plastic, and Propylene - Propylene supply pressure increases, polyethylene has weak fundamentals, and polypropylene's short - term increase is limited [29]. PVC and Caustic Soda - PVC is strong due to policies, but long - term growth is uncertain. Caustic soda is also strong, and attention should be paid to capacity reduction [30]. PX and PTA - Their prices are rising, with PTA having room for processing margin repair. Follow domestic policies [31]. Ethylene Glycol - It is rising, supported by coal market sentiment and policies. Attention should be paid to the pressure at the previous high [32]. Short - Fiber and Bottle - Chip - Their prices follow raw materials. Short - fiber may be bullish in the medium - term, and bottle - chip's profit repair is limited [33]. Agricultural Products Soybean and Soybean Meal - The soybean meal market is expected to oscillate before tariff and weather issues are clear [37]. Soybean Oil and Palm Oil - Maintain a strategy of buying on dips, and pay attention to weather and policies [38]. Rapeseed Meal and Rapeseed Oil - The rapeseed - related products are expected to oscillate weakly in the short term [39]. Corn - The corn market has few contradictions, and Dalian corn futures may continue to oscillate weakly [41]. Live Pigs - Near - month contracts may face a risk of decline, while far - month contracts are affected by capacity reduction expectations [42]. Eggs - Near - month contracts may be under pressure, and far - month contracts may rise after capacity reduction [43]. Cotton - The Zhengzhou cotton market is in a high - level oscillation. Wait and see or conduct intraday trading [44]. Sugar - The sugar price is expected to oscillate, with pressure on US sugar and uncertainties in domestic production [45]. Apples - The futures price is oscillating, and attention should be paid to the price of new - season early - maturing apples [46]. Others Timber - The futures price is oscillating. Supply is limited, but demand is in the off - season, so wait and see [47]. Pulp - It may oscillate strongly following commodities. Consider buying on dips lightly [48]. Stock Index - The stock index has risen, and the market risk preference is stable. Increase allocation to the technology - growth sector [49]. Treasury Bonds - Bond yields are rising. Pay attention to the opportunity for curve steepening [50]. Shipping - The container shipping index (European line) may oscillate widely in the short term. Consider short - selling on rallies [21].

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Report Industry Investment Ratings - **Macro Finance**: - Stocks: Bullish [1] - Bonds: Neutral (Oscillating) [1] - Gold: Bullish [1] - Silver: Bullish in the short - term, cautious in the medium - term [1] - **Non - ferrous Metals**: - Copper: Bullish (Oscillating upward) [1] - Aluminum: Neutral (Oscillating) [1] - Alumina: Neutral (Wide - range oscillating) [1] - Zinc: Bullish [1] - Nickel: Bullish in the short - term, cautious in the long - term [1] - Stainless Steel: Bullish (Oscillating upward) [1] - Tin: Volatile in the short - term [1] - Industrial Silicon: Bullish [1] - Polysilicon: Bullish [1] - Lithium Hydroxide: Bullish [1] - **Ferrous Metals**: - Rebar: Neutral (Oscillating) [1] - Hot - rolled Coil: Neutral (Oscillating) [1] - Iron Ore: Neutral (Oscillating) [1] - Silicomanganese: Bullish [1] - Ferrosilicon: Bullish [1] - Glass: Bullish [1] - Soda Ash: Bullish [1] - Coking Coal: Neutral (Oscillating) [1] - Coke: Neutral (Oscillating) [1] - **Agricultural Products**: - Palm Oil: Bullish, with risks [1] - Methanol: Neutral (Oscillating) [1] - Rapeseed Oil: Neutral (Oscillating) [1] - Cotton: Bullish in the short - term, limited upside for 01 contract [1] - White Sugar: Bullish, limited upside [1] - Corn: Bearish for CO1, limited upside for C09 [1] - Soybean Meal: Bullish for M01 on pullbacks, limited upside for M09 [1] - Pulp: Neutral (Oscillating) [1] - Logs: Bullish in the short - term, not advisable to chase [1] - Live Pigs: Neutral (Stable) [1] - **Energy and Chemicals**: - Crude Oil: Neutral (Oscillating) [1] - Fuel Oil: Neutral (Oscillating) [1] - Asphalt: Neutral (Oscillating) [1] - Natural Rubber: Neutral (Oscillating) [1] - BR Rubber: Neutral (Oscillating with support) [1] - PTA: Neutral (Oscillating) [1] - Ethylene Glycol: Bullish [1] - Short - fiber: Bullish [1] - Styrene: Bullish [1] - Urea: Neutral (Oscillating) [1] - PF: Neutral (Oscillating downward) [1] - DO: Bullish (Oscillating upward) [1] - PVC: Bullish (Oscillating upward) [1] - Caustic Soda: Bullish [2] - LPG: Bearish [2] - Shipping: Bearish [2] 2. Core Views - In the short term, stock indices are expected to be strong due to the "asset shortage" and "national team" support, as well as the boost from "anti - involution" and real estate policy expectations. Bond futures are favored by the "asset shortage" and weak economy, but the central bank's short - term interest rate risk warning restricts their upside. Gold and silver are expected to be strong in the short term due to market uncertainties [1]. - In the non - ferrous metals sector, "anti - involution" policies and other factors drive price movements. For example, zinc and stainless steel prices are rising, while nickel is strong in the short term but faces long - term over - supply pressure [1]. - In the ferrous metals sector, supply - side reforms drive the prices of many products such as silicomanganese, ferrosilicon, glass, and soda ash to be strong [1]. - In the agricultural products sector, different products have different trends. For example, corn has different strategies for different contracts, and soybean meal has different outlooks for M09 and M01 [1]. - In the energy and chemicals sector, factors such as supply - demand relationships, cost support, and seasonal factors affect product prices. For example, styrene is bullish due to factors such as increased device load, while LPG is bearish due to high inventory and seasonal factors [1][2]. 3. Summary by Related Catalogs Macro Finance - **Stock Indices**: Recently, stock indices have shown obvious insensitivity to negative news, with strong trading volume and market sentiment. The "asset shortage" and "national team" support increase the willingness to allocate equity assets, and "anti - involution" and real estate policy expectations boost market sentiment. In the short term, stock indices are expected to be strong [1]. - **Bond Futures**: The "asset shortage" and weak economy are favorable for bond futures, but the central bank's short - term interest rate risk warning restricts their upside [1]. - **Gold and Silver**: Market uncertainties remain, so the price of gold is expected to be strong and oscillating in the short term. Silver shows short - term resilience, but caution is needed in the medium term [1]. Non - ferrous Metals - **Copper**: The "anti - involution" theme in China is volatile, and downstream demand is fair, so the copper price is oscillating upward [1]. - **Aluminum**: The "anti - involution" theme in China is emerging, but high prices suppress downstream demand, so the aluminum price may oscillate [1]. - **Alumina**: Alumina profits are expanding, with both supply and inventory increasing, and the price is oscillating widely [1]. - **Zinc**: The "anti - involution" and capacity - reduction themes in China are emerging, infrastructure demand is boosted, and the risk of LME zinc squeeze is increasing, so the zinc price is rising. Attention should be paid to LME warehouse receipts [1]. - **Nickel**: The "anti - involution" policy in China is emerging, and the macro - sentiment is positive. Indonesia's RKAB approval quota in the first half of the year reached 364 million wet tons, and the premium of Indonesian nickel ore has slightly declined. In the short term, the nickel price is mainly driven by the macro - situation and is oscillating upward. It is recommended to wait and see and look for short - selling opportunities after the sentiment calms down. In the long term, the over - supply of primary nickel still exerts pressure [1]. - **Stainless Steel**: The "anti - involution" policy in China is emerging, and the macro - sentiment is warming up, which boosts the steel price. The price of raw material ferronickel is weak, the social inventory of stainless steel is slightly decreasing, and after profit recovery, steel mills' production cuts may be less than expected. Attention should be paid to the actual production of steel mills. The stainless steel futures are oscillating upward. It is recommended to wait and see and look for positive arbitrage opportunities between futures and spot, and pay attention to raw material changes and steel mills' production schedules [1]. Ferrous Metals - **Rebar and Hot - rolled Coil**: Strong furnace materials provide valuation support, and the prices are oscillating [1]. - **Iron Ore**: Although the commodity sentiment is positive, the fundamentals are marginally weakening, and the price is oscillating [1]. - **Silicomanganese, Ferrosilicon, Glass, and Soda Ash**: Supply - side reforms are restarted, and the prices are mainly strong [1]. - **Coking Coal and Coke**: The "anti - involution" theme is mentioned in high - level meetings. Although it cannot be compared with the 2015 supply - side reform bull market, it cannot be falsified in the short - term trading aspect. Short - selling orders should be temporarily avoided, and industrial customers should seize the opportunity of premium to establish positive arbitrage positions between futures and spot. For coke, the key is to seize the opportunity of futures premium for short - selling hedging [1]. Agricultural Products - **Palm Oil**: There is an expectation of international demand growth, and the reference price in Malaysia is raised. The risk lies in the negative impact of increased production in the producing areas and weak exports [1]. - **Cotton**: Cotton has increased positions and prices in the short term, mainly driven by the logic of squeezing the 01 contract in the near - month. The upside of the 01 contract is limited. Attention should be paid to the time window from the end of July to the beginning of August and the release of sliding - scale tariff quotas [1]. - **White Sugar**: White sugar is running strongly, with the bottom - divergence rebound of raw sugar and peak - season demand, but the upside is limited. Attention should be paid to the oscillation in the range of 5600 - 6000 [1]. - **Corn**: The supply - demand of old - crop corn is tightening, which supports the market, but the low price difference between wheat and corn squeezes the demand for corn. Under the pressure of high warehouse receipts, the rebound space of C09 is expected to be limited. The planting cost of new - season corn is reduced, and the production situation is good. It is recommended to short CO1 at high prices [1]. - **Soybean Meal**: The domestic soybean meal is in the inventory - accumulation cycle, and the basis is expected to continue to be under pressure. In the short term, the spot lacks the conditions for a sharp rise. Under the low basis, the upside of M09 is expected to be limited. Supported by the import cost, it is recommended to wait for pullbacks to buy M01 [1]. - **Pulp and Logs**: Pulp has rebounded significantly due to the strong commodity sentiment. Currently, the basis of broad - leaf pulp has weakened to - 1400 yuan/ton, and it is not recommended to chase the rise. In the short term, the main trading logic of logs may shift to the "strong expectation" of the 09 contract. After a sharp rise, it is not recommended to chase the rise [1]. - **Live Pigs**: With the continuous restoration of live - pig inventory, the slaughter weight is continuously increasing. The market expects sufficient inventory, and the futures are at a large discount to the spot. In the short term, the spot is less affected by slaughter, and the overall decline is limited, so the futures remain stable [1]. Energy and Chemicals - **Crude Oil and Fuel Oil**: The geopolitical situation in the Middle East has cooled down, and the market has returned to the supply - demand logic. OPEC+ has increased production more than expected, and short - term peak - season consumption in Europe and the United States provides support. The prices are oscillating [1]. - **Asphalt**: In the short term, the supply - demand contradiction is not prominent, and it follows the crude oil price. Cost disturbances and demand recovery balance each other, and the price fluctuation is limited [1]. - **Natural Rubber and BR Rubber**: For natural rubber, there are short - term rainfall disturbances in the producing areas, slow inventory reduction, and positive macro - sentiment in the market. For BR rubber, the cost of butadiene provides support, the fundamentals of synthetic rubber are stable, demand is weakening, the spot price is oscillating, and there will be some device maintenance of butadiene in the future with limited cargo supply, so the BR futures are expected to consolidate in stages and then have price support [1]. - **PTA**: PTA supply has shrunk, but the crude oil price remains strong. The downstream load of polyester remains at 90% despite the expectation of load reduction. In July, bottle chips and short - fibers will enter the maintenance cycle. PTA ports have slightly reduced inventory, and the replenishment willingness of polyester is not high [1]. - **Ethylene Glycol**: The coal price has risen slightly, the commodity sentiment is generally positive, overseas ethylene glycol device maintenance has been postponed, the supply has shrunk, and the market expects less arrival of goods in the future [1]. - **Short - fiber**: The registration volume of short - fiber warehouse receipts is small, and short - fiber factories' maintenance is increasing. Under the high basis, the cost of short - fiber is closely related [1]. - **Styrene**: The pure - benzene price has slightly declined, styrene sales are active, the device load of styrene has increased, the basis of styrene has significantly weakened, and there are many old - capacity issues in the pure - benzene and styrene industries [1]. - **Urea**: There is an expectation of supply contraction, and domestic demand has entered the off - season [1]. - **PF**: The macro - sentiment has faded, and it has returned to the fundamentals. There are many maintenance activities, demand is mainly for rigid needs, and the price is oscillating downward [1]. - **DO**: The downstream has entered the seasonal off - season, the supply pressure is increasing, and the price is oscillating upward [1]. - **PVC**: The prices of coking coal and other products have risen, the market sentiment is good, the maintenance has decreased compared with the previous period, and the price is oscillating upward [1]. - **Caustic Soda**: Maintenance is approaching the end, the spot price has fallen to a low level, the premium of caustic soda delivery substitutes has increased, there are many coal policies, and the sentiment is positive [2]. - **LPG**: The support from crude oil is insufficient, the international fundamentals are loose, the port propane inventory is high, the CP - FEI spread has narrowed, the LPG combustion demand is in the seasonal off - season, the chemical demand is average, the spread between industrial and civil uses has narrowed, and the domestic LPG price is running weakly [2]. - **Shipping**: The signal of freight rate peaking is emerging, European ports are still congested, and there will be many scheduled ships in August [2].

Core Viewpoint - The monitoring of market prices for 50 important production materials across nine categories indicates a mixed trend, with 28 products experiencing price increases, 20 seeing declines, and 2 remaining stable in mid-July 2025 compared to early July 2025 [2][3]. Group 1: Price Changes in Major Categories - In the black metal category, notable price increases include rebar at 3160.6 CNY per ton (up 1.7%), wire rod at 3327.5 CNY per ton (up 1.9%), and hot-rolled ordinary plates at 3299.1 CNY per ton (up 2.3%) [4]. - In the non-ferrous metals category, prices for electrolytic copper decreased by 1895.3 CNY per ton (down 2.4%), while aluminum ingots fell by 141.2 CNY per ton (down 0.7%) [4]. - Chemical products showed mixed results, with sulfuric acid increasing by 11.4 CNY per ton (up 1.7%) and methanol decreasing by 36.2 CNY per ton (down 1.6%) [4]. Group 2: Energy and Coal Prices - In the petroleum and natural gas sector, liquefied natural gas (LNG) rose to 4325.5 CNY per ton (up 0.9%), while liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) fell to 4455.6 CNY per ton (down 1.2%) [4]. - Coal prices also saw increases, with anthracite coal at 865.4 CNY per ton (up 4.3%) and coking coal at 1150.0 CNY per ton (up 7.0%) [4]. Group 3: Agricultural Products and Inputs - In agricultural products, cotton prices increased by 226.9 CNY per ton (up 1.6%), while corn prices decreased by 38.6 CNY per ton (down 1.6%) [5]. - Fertilizer prices showed a slight increase, with urea at 1822.4 CNY per ton (up 0.1%) and compound fertilizer at 3149.4 CNY per ton (up 0.9%) [5]. Group 4: Monitoring Methodology - The price monitoring encompasses a wide range of products across 31 provinces, involving nearly 2000 wholesalers and dealers, ensuring comprehensive coverage of the market [8][9]. - The methodology includes on-site price collection, as well as inquiries via phone and electronic communication [9].

1. Report Industry Investment Rating - No information provided on the industry investment rating in the report. 2. Core Views of the Report - For steel, the cost story of coal adds fuel to the market. After the gap of the black - series on Tomb - Sweeping Festival is filled, the volatility may increase. The market is mainly driven by futures market funds and sentiment. The base - spread still has opportunities, and the spot - futures positive arbitrage can be rolled. The iron - water output increase strengthens the expectation of improved supply - demand of furnace materials, resulting in a pattern of stronger furnace materials and weaker finished products, compressing the disk profit [2]. - For coking coal and coke, the second round of coke price increase has been implemented, and the market intends to expand the range of the third - round increase. The coking coal auction is still hot. The futures market is affected by the news of the National Energy Administration's coal - mine production verification. The subsequent trend has high uncertainty, and it is recommended to wait and see for now [2]. - For ferrosilicon and silicomanganese, the market is trading the supply reduction under the anti - involution logic. The verification of coal over - production by the National Energy Administration may support the cost of ferrosilicon and silicomanganese, and they will continue to be strong, but the upward space needs to be further observed [2]. - For iron ore, although the market sentiment is boosted by the coal - mine production verification news, the iron ore faces increasing upward pressure. It is not recommended to chase the high. It is not advisable to short on the left - hand side. The steel - mill profit remains high, and the daily average iron - water output in July is expected to remain at a high level. Shorting can be considered when the demand fails to keep up during the peak - season demand verification [2]. 3. Summary by Related Catalogs Futures Market - On July 22, the closing prices of far - month contracts RB2601, HC2601, I2601, J2601, and JM2601 were 3367.00 yuan/ton, 3492.00 yuan/ton, 793.50 yuan/ton, 1752.00 yuan/ton, and 1137.00 yuan/ton respectively, with corresponding increases of 107.00 yuan, 96.00 yuan, 22.00 yuan, 129.00 yuan, and 112.50 yuan. The closing prices of the main contracts RB2510, HC2510, I2509, J2509, and JM2509 were 3307.00 yuan/ton, 3477.00 yuan/ton, 823.00 yuan/ton, 1697.50 yuan/ton, and 1048.50 yuan/ton respectively, with increases of 100.00 yuan, 96.00 yuan, 20.00 yuan, 125.50 yuan, and 77.50 yuan, and the corresponding increases were 3.12%, 2.84%, 2.49%, 7.98%, and 7.98% [1]. - The cross - month spreads such as RB2510 - 2601, HC2510 - 2601, I2509 - 2601, J2509 - 2601, and JM2509 - 2601 were - 60.00 yuan/ton, - 15.00 yuan/ton, 29.50 yuan/ton, - 88.50 yuan/ton, and - 88.50 yuan/ton respectively on July 22 [1]. Spot Market - On July 22, the spot prices of Shanghai thread steel, Tianjin thread steel, Guangzhou thread steel, and Tangshan billet were 3480.00 yuan/ton, 3510.00 yuan/ton, 3510.00 yuan/ton, and 250.00 yuan/ton respectively, with increases of 50.00 yuan, 50.00 yuan, 60.00 yuan, and 50.00 yuan. The spot prices of Shanghai hot - rolled coil, Hangzhou hot - rolled coil, and Guangzhou hot - rolled coil were 3480.00 yuan/ton, 3510.00 yuan/ton, and 3510.00 yuan/ton respectively, with increases of 50.00 yuan, 50.00 yuan, and 60.00 yuan [1]. - The base - spreads of HC main contract, RB main contract, I main contract, J main contract, and JM main contract were 3.00 yuan/ton, 73.00 yuan/ton, 7.00 yuan/ton, - 286.16 yuan/ton, and - 78.50 yuan/ton respectively on July 22 [1]. Industry Situation - In the steel industry, the iron - water output growth rate has expanded. Among the weekly five - material apparent demands, the building materials are weaker, while the plates can still achieve inventory reduction and month - on - month increase in apparent demand. The disk shows that the hot - rolled coil is slightly stronger than the thread steel, especially in the 10 - contract, which is related to the rapid increase in the thread - steel futures warehouse receipts [2]. - In the coking coal and coke industry, the second - round coke price increase has been implemented, and the market intends to expand the third - round increase. The coking coal auction is hot, and the coal price has risen rapidly. The coke basis is negative, and the port trade quasi - first - grade coke is quoted at 1380 yuan/ton (+40), and the Chen coking coal price index is 1070.8 (+21.1) [2]. - In the ferrosilicon and silicomanganese industry, the market is trading the supply reduction under the anti - involution logic. The verification of coal over - production by the National Energy Administration may support the cost of ferrosilicon and silicomanganese, and they will continue to be strong, but the upward space needs to be further observed [2]. - In the iron - ore industry, although the market sentiment is boosted by the coal - mine production verification news, the iron ore faces increasing upward pressure. It is not recommended to chase the high. The steel - mill profit remains high, and the daily average iron - water output in July is expected to remain at a high level [2].

1. Report Industry Investment Rating - Not provided in the report 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - The prices of most black commodities are expected to run strongly or fluctuate strongly in the short term due to positive policy news, improved market sentiment, and changes in supply - demand fundamentals [1] 3. Summaries According to Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Research Views - **Steel**: The rebar futures price rose, with the 2510 contract closing at 3307 yuan/ton, up 83 yuan/ton or 2.57%. Spot prices also increased significantly, and the trading volume remained high. Policy news boosted market sentiment, and the coal price limit also had a positive impact. The short - term rebar futures is expected to run strongly [1] - **Iron Ore**: The main contract i2509 price rose to 823 yuan/ton, up 14 yuan/ton or 1.7%. Port spot prices were strong. The global iron ore shipment increased, and the iron water output was at a relatively high level, with port inventory decreasing. The ore price is expected to continue the trend of fluctuating strongly [1] - **Coking Coal**: The coking coal 2509 contract closed at 1048.5 yuan/ton, up 42.5 yuan/ton or 4.22%. Spot prices increased. On the supply side, over - capacity mines would be rectified. On the demand side, the steel price rebounded, and the demand for coking coal improved. The short - term coking coal futures is expected to run strongly [1] - **Coke**: The coke 2509 contract closed at 1697.5 yuan/ton, up 59.5 yuan/ton or 5.9%. Spot prices rose. The second round of price increase was implemented, and the cost of coking coal increased. The demand improved due to the rebound of steel prices. The short - term coke futures is expected to run strongly [1] - **Silicomanganese**: The silicomanganese futures price fluctuated strongly, with the main contract closing at 6012 yuan/ton, up 1.76%. Spot prices increased in some regions. The market sentiment was the main driving force, but the supply was increasing and the demand was decreasing. The cost support was enhanced. It is expected to fluctuate strongly in the short term [1] - **Ferrosilicon**: The ferrosilicon futures price fluctuated strongly, with the main contract closing at 5874 yuan/ton, up 3.74%. Spot prices increased in some regions. The market sentiment drove the price up, but the demand was at a low level. The cost was relatively stable. It is expected to fluctuate strongly in the short term [1] 3.2 Daily Data Monitoring - **Contract Spread**: The report shows the latest values and changes of contract spreads (such as 10 - 1 month, 1 - 5 month) for various black commodities including rebar, hot - rolled coil, iron ore, etc. [4] - **Basis**: It also presents the latest values and changes of basis for different contracts of various commodities [4] - **Spot Price**: The latest spot prices and their changes in different regions for each commodity are provided [4] - **Profit and Spread**: Information on profits (such as rebar disk profit, long - process profit, short - process profit) and cross - commodity spreads (such as coil - rebar spread, rebar - ore ratio, etc.) is given [4] 3.3 Chart Analysis - **Main Contract Price**: Charts show the closing prices of main contracts of rebar, hot - rolled coil, iron ore, etc. from 2020 to 2025 [5][7][9][11][14] - **Main Contract Basis**: Charts display the basis of main contracts of various commodities over different time periods [17][18][20][22] - **Inter - period Contract Spread**: Charts present the spreads of inter - period contracts (such as 10 - 01, 01 - 05) for different commodities [25][27][29][32][34][35][37] - **Cross - commodity Contract Spread**: Charts show cross - commodity spreads such as coil - rebar spread, rebar - ore ratio, etc. [40][42][44] - **Rebar Profit**: Charts illustrate the disk profit, long - process profit, and short - process profit of rebar from 2020 to 2025 [45][49] 3.4 Black Research Team Member Introduction - The report introduces the members of the black research team, including their positions, work experience, and relevant qualifications [51][52]

Report Industry Investment Rating - Not mentioned in the provided content Core Viewpoints of the Report - The overall market shows a complex and diverse situation. In the stock index futures market, the pro - cyclical theme continues to ferment, and the A - share market has increased in volume. In the bond market, it is in a weak and stable state, and the short - term is affected by the rebound of risk preference. The precious metals market is strong due to the weakening of the US dollar. The shipping futures market is expected to be weak. Most non - ferrous metals show different trends of rise and fall, and the black metal market is generally on the rise. The agricultural product market has different performances in different varieties [2][7][10][14] Summary by Relevant Catalogs Financial Derivatives - Financial Futures Stock Index Futures - **Market Situation**: On July 22, major A - share indices opened higher and closed higher. The Shanghai Composite Index rose 0.62% to 3581.86 points. The four major stock index futures contracts also rose, with IF2509 and IH2509 rising 1.12% and 0.90% respectively, and IC2509 and IM2509 rising 1.15% and 0.66% respectively [2][3] - **News**: Domestically, the State Administration of Foreign Exchange plans to cancel the registration of foreign direct investment in China for reinvestment. Overseas, EU leaders will visit China [3] - **Funding**: On July 22, the A - share trading volume increased to 1.89 trillion yuan, and the north - bound capital trading volume was 2414.97 billion yuan. The central bank conducted 2148 billion yuan of 7 - day reverse repurchase operations [4] - **Operation Suggestion**: As the major indices maintain an upward trend after breaking through the annual high, but approaching the performance reporting period, it is recommended to gradually take profits on the long positions of IM futures and replace them with a small amount of short positions in the MO put options with an exercise price of 6000 in the 08 contract [4] Treasury Bond Futures - **Market Performance**: Treasury bond futures closed down across the board on July 22. The 30 - year, 10 - year, 5 - year, and 2 - year main contracts fell 0.40%, 0.09%, 0.05%, and 0.01% respectively [5] - **News**: The A - share market rose, and most domestic commodity futures closed higher [6] - **Operation Suggestion**: The risk - on sentiment suppresses the bond market, but the current fundamentals are still in a weak and stable state, which is bullish for the bond market. In the short term, the bond market may be in a box - shock stage. It is recommended to wait and see in the short - term and pay attention to the Politburo meeting at the end of July [7] Financial Derivatives - Precious Metals - **Market Situation**: Affected by multiple factors such as US trade negotiations and the possible continuation of Fed Chairman Powell's tenure, the US dollar index continued to fall, and gold and silver prices were strong. International gold closed at $3431.38 per ounce, up 1.02%, and international silver closed at $39.285 per ounce, up 0.94% [9][10] - **Outlook**: Gold has a long - term upward trend, and the current market lacks a clear driver. Silver has a large change in physical demand, and the price center may move up. It is recommended to pay attention to the progress of US trade negotiations [10][11] Financial Derivatives - Container Shipping Futures - **Spot Price**: As of July 22, the spot prices of major shipping companies showed different levels [12] - **Index**: As of July 21, the SCFIS European line index fell 0.89% month - on - month, and the US West line index rose 2.78% [12] - **Fundamentals**: As of July 22, the global container shipping capacity increased by 8.1% year - on - year. The demand side showed different PMI data in the eurozone and the US [13] - **Logic**: The futures price fell on July 22. As the peak season is coming to an end, the spot price is expected to decline, and the sentiment of the main contract will be suppressed [14] - **Operation Suggestion**: It is expected that the near - month contract will be weakly volatile. It is recommended to short the 08 contract or short the 10 contract on rallies [14] Commodity Futures - Non - Ferrous Metals Copper - **Spot**: On July 22, the average price of SMM electrolytic copper was 79755 yuan/ton, up 200 yuan/ton from the previous day [15] - **Macro**: The domestic anti - involution policy boosts copper demand and may promote the clearance of smelting capacity [16] - **Supply**: The supply of copper concentrate is expected to be restricted, and the production of refined copper is expected to increase in July [17] - **Demand**: The demand for copper has certain resilience, and the power and new energy sectors support the demand [18] - **Inventory**: COMEX copper inventory increased, while domestic social inventory and LME inventory decreased [18] - **Logic**: The macro - sentiment is good, and the fundamentals show a stage of weak supply and demand. The copper price is expected to be volatile and strong [19] - **Operation Suggestion**: The main contract is expected to operate between 78500 - 81000 yuan/ton [19] Aluminum Oxide - **Spot**: On July 22, the average spot price of alumina in various regions increased by 25 - 50 yuan/ton [19] - **Supply**: In June 2025, the production of metallurgical - grade alumina increased year - on - year and month - on - month, and the operating capacity increased [20] - **Inventory**: The port inventory and registered warehouse receipts of alumina decreased [20] - **Logic**: Affected by the expected capacity elimination and the risk of short - squeeze, the price rose strongly in the short - term. In the medium - term, the market is slightly oversupplied [21] - **Operation Suggestion**: The main contract is expected to be strong above 3100 yuan/ton in the short - term, and it is recommended to short on rallies in the medium - term [22] Aluminum - **Spot**: On July 22, the average price of SMM A00 aluminum was 20940 yuan/ton, up 50 yuan/ton from the previous day [22] - **Supply**: In June 2025, the production of electrolytic aluminum decreased month - on - month, and the proportion of molten aluminum is expected to decline in July [22] - **Demand**: The downstream is in the off - season, and the start - up rate increased slightly last week [23] - **Inventory**: The domestic inventory decreased slightly, and the LME inventory increased [23] - **Logic**: The aluminum price rebounded slightly, but the off - season inventory accumulation expectation is still strong. The price is expected to be under pressure in the short - term [24] - **Operation Suggestion**: The main contract is expected to operate between 20200 - 21000 yuan/ton [24] Aluminum Alloy - **Spot**: On July 22, the average price of SMM aluminum alloy ADC12 was 20250 yuan/ton, up 50 yuan/ton from the previous day [24] - **Supply**: In July, the start - up rate of the recycled aluminum alloy industry is expected to decline slightly [25] - **Demand**: The demand is under pressure, and the trading activity has decreased [25] - **Inventory**: The social inventory has increased, and some areas are close to full storage [25] - **Logic**: The price of the aluminum alloy followed the aluminum price to rise slightly, but the terminal demand is weak. The price is expected to be weakly volatile [26][27] - **Operation Suggestion**: The main contract is expected to operate between 19600 - 20400 yuan/ton [27] Zinc - **Spot**: On July 22, the average price of SMM 0 zinc ingot was 22780 yuan/ton, down 40 yuan/ton from the previous day [27] - **Supply**: The supply of zinc ore is expected to be loose, and the production of refined zinc is expected to increase in July [28] - **Demand**: The start - up rates of the three primary processing industries are differentiated, and the overall demand is under pressure in the off - season [29] - **Inventory**: The domestic social inventory and LME inventory decreased [29] - **Logic**: The supply of zinc ore is expected to be loose, and the demand is under pressure in the off - season. The zinc price is expected to be volatile in the short - term [30] - **Operation Suggestion**: The main contract is expected to operate between 22000 - 23500 yuan/ton [30] Tin - **Spot**: On July 22, the price of SMM 1 tin was 266300 yuan/ton, down 900 yuan/ton from the previous day [30] - **Supply**: In May, the import of tin ore and tin ingots increased [31] - **Demand and Inventory**: The start - up rate of solder decreased in June, and the LME inventory decreased [32][33] - **Logic**: The supply is expected to be repaired, and the demand is expected to be weak. It is recommended to avoid short positions for the time being [33] - **Operation Suggestion**: Avoid short positions for the time being and short on rallies after the sentiment stabilizes [33] Nickel - **Spot**: On July 22, the average price of SMM1 electrolytic nickel was 123550 yuan/ton, up 700 yuan/ton from the previous day [33] - **Supply**: The production of refined nickel is expected to increase slightly in July [34] - **Demand**: The demand for electroplating and alloys is relatively stable, and the demand for stainless steel is weak [34] - **Inventory**: The overseas inventory remains high, and the domestic social inventory has increased [34] - **Logic**: The macro - sentiment is positive, but the supply is expected to be loose in the medium - term. The price is expected to be range - bound in the short - term [35] - **Operation Suggestion**: The main contract is expected to operate between 118000 - 126000 yuan/ton [36] Stainless Steel - **Spot**: On July 22, the price of Wuxi Hongwang 304 cold - rolled stainless steel was 12950 yuan/ton, up 50 yuan/ton from the previous day [37] - **Raw Materials**: The price of nickel ore has loosened, and the price of nickel iron has improved slightly [37] - **Supply**: The production of stainless steel is expected to decrease in July [38] - **Inventory**: The social inventory is decreasing slowly, and the warehouse receipts are decreasing [38] - **Logic**: The macro - expectation is positive, but the terminal demand is weak. The price is expected to be range - bound in the short - term [39] - **Operation Suggestion**: The main contract is expected to operate between 12600 - 13200 yuan/ton [40] Lithium Carbonate - **Spot**: On July 22, the average price of battery - grade lithium carbonate was 69100 yuan/ton, up 1100 yuan/ton from the previous day [40] - **Supply**: The production of lithium carbonate is expected to increase in July, and the supply is relatively sufficient [41] - **Demand**: The demand is relatively stable, and the seasonal performance is weakened [41] - **Inventory**: The inventory in all links is increasing [43] - **Logic**: The macro - sentiment supports the price, but the fundamental logic has not changed. The price is expected to be strong in the short - term [44] - **Operation Suggestion**: It is recommended to wait and see, and the main contract is expected to operate between 70000 - 75000 yuan/ton [45] Commodity Futures - Black Metals Steel - **Spot**: On July 22, the price of steel billets and steel products increased [45] - **Cost and Profit**: The cost has increased, but the steel price has also risen, and the profit of steel mills has increased [45] - **Supply**: The molten iron output has increased, and the production of steel mills is expected to increase [45] - **Demand**: The apparent demand for five major steel products has remained stable at a high level [46] - **Inventory**: The inventory of five major steel products has remained stable at a low level [46] - **Logic**: The anti - involution policy boosts the market sentiment, and the steel price is expected to continue to rise [47] - **Operation Suggestion**: It is recommended to avoid short positions and hold long positions [47] Iron Ore - **Spot**: On July 22, the price of mainstream iron ore powder increased [48] - **Futures**: The main 09 contract and the far - month 01 contract of iron ore rose [48] - **Basis**: The basis of different iron ore varieties showed different levels [48] - **Demand**: The molten iron output and blast furnace operating rate increased [48] - **Supply**: The global shipment volume decreased slightly, and the arrival volume increased [48] - **Inventory**: The port inventory increased slightly, and the steel mill inventory decreased [49] - **Logic**: The demand for iron ore is strong, and the supply is expected to be stable. The price is expected to be strongly volatile in the short - term [49] - **Operation Suggestion**: It is recommended to hold long positions and can participate in short - term long positions on dips [49] Coking Coal - **Futures and Spot**: On July 22, the coking coal futures limit - up, and the spot price increased [50] - **Supply**: The resumption of coal mines is slow, and the supply is still in short supply [51] - **Demand**: The coking and blast furnace operations are stable, and the demand for coking coal is relatively strong [51] - **Inventory**: The overall inventory of coking coal has decreased slightly [52] - **Logic**: The supply of coking coal is expected to be tightened, and the price is expected to continue to rise [52] - **Operation Suggestion**: It is recommended to hold long positions and can participate in short - term long positions on dips [52] Coke - **Futures and Spot**: On July 22, the coke futures limit - up, and the second - round price increase of spot coke was implemented [53] - **Profit**: The average profit per ton of coke is negative [53] - **Supply**: The production of coke is difficult to increase due to the slow resumption of coal mines and corporate losses [53] - **Demand**: The demand for coke has increased due to the increase in molten iron output [54] - **Inventory**: The inventory of coking plants and ports has decreased, and the inventory of steel mills has increased [55] - **Logic**: The price of coke is expected to continue to rise due to the increase in demand and the decrease in inventory [55] - **Operation Suggestion**: It is recommended to hold long positions and can participate in hedging operations [55] Commodity Futures - Agricultural Products Meal - **Spot Market**: On July 22, the price of domestic soybean meal was stable or increased slightly, and the trading volume decreased [56] - **Fundamentals**: The excellent rate of US soybeans has decreased, and the export inspection volume has increased [56][57] - **Market Outlook**: The US soybeans are expected to be supported at the bottom, and the domestic soybean meal is recommended to be cautiously bullish [57][58] Live Pigs - **Spot Situation**: On July 22, the spot price of live pigs fluctuated slightly [59] - **Market Data**: The profit of live pig breeding has decreased, and the utilization rate of secondary - fattening pens has decreased [60] - **Market Outlook**: The spot price of live pigs fluctuates, and the upward drive of the futures price is limited. It is recommended to be cautious when chasing the rise [60][61] Corn - **Spot Price**: On July 22, the price of corn in Northeast China and North China was stable or increased slightly [62] - **Fundamentals**: The inventory of corn in Guangzhou Port has increased [62] - **Market Outlook**: The market sentiment is stable, and the corn price is expected to rebound and fluctuate [62]

Report Overview - Date: July 23, 2025 - Publisher: Guotai Junan Futures - Content: Morning report on the black series of commodities, including iron ore, rebar, hot-rolled coil, ferrosilicon, silicomanganese, coke, coking coal, thermal coal, and logs 1. Report Industry Investment Ratings - Not provided in the report 2. Core Views - Iron ore: Supported by macro expectations, showing a strong and volatile trend [2][4] - Rebar and hot-rolled coil: Driven by macro sentiment, showing a strong and volatile trend [2][7] - Ferrosilicon and silicomanganese: Boosted by the macro market, showing a strong and volatile trend [2][11] - Coke: The second round of price increases has been implemented, showing a strong and volatile trend [2][15] - Coking coal: The expected supply policy constraints have been strengthened, showing a strong and volatile trend [2][15] - Thermal coal: Daily consumption has recovered, showing a stable and volatile trend [2][20] - Logs: Showing a fluctuating and repeated trend [2][23] 3. Summary by Commodity Iron Ore - **Fundamental data**: The futures price closed at 823 yuan/ton, up 14 yuan or 1.73% from the previous day. The trading volume decreased by 43,544 lots. Spot prices generally increased, with the largest increase of 14 yuan/ton for Jumbuck (61%) [4] - **Macro and industry news**: The construction ceremony of the hydropower project in the lower reaches of the Yarlung Zangbo River was held on July 19, with a total investment of about 1.2 trillion yuan [4] - **Trend strength**: 0 [4] Rebar and Hot-Rolled Coil - **Fundamental data**: The RB2510 contract of rebar closed at 3,307 yuan/ton, up 100 yuan or 3.12%. The HC2510 contract of hot-rolled coil closed at 3,477 yuan/ton, up 96 yuan or 2.84%. Spot prices generally increased, with the largest increase of 80 yuan/ton for hot-rolled coil in Tianjin [7] - **Macro and industry news**: In June, the total electricity consumption of the whole society was 867 billion kWh, a year-on-year increase of 5.4%. The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology will implement a new round of work plans for stabilizing growth in ten key industries, including steel [7][9] - **Trend strength**: 1 for both rebar and hot-rolled coil [9] Ferrosilicon and Silicomanganese - **Fundamental data**: The futures prices of ferrosilicon and silicomanganese increased. The spot price of silicomanganese in Inner Mongolia increased by 20 yuan/ton, and the price of manganese ore increased by 0.3 yuan/ton degree [11] - **Macro and industry news**: On July 22, the prices of 72 and 75 ferrosilicon in some regions increased. A steel mill in Shandong finalized the purchase prices of ferrosilicon and silicomanganese [12] - **Trend strength**: 1 for both ferrosilicon and silicomanganese [13] Coke and Coking Coal - **Fundamental data**: The futures prices of coke and coking coal increased significantly. The spot price of coke in Rizhao Port increased by 100 yuan/ton, and the prices of some coking coal varieties also increased [15] - **Trend strength**: 1 for both coke and coking coal [17] Thermal Coal - **Fundamental data**: The ZC2507 contract of thermal coal had no trading volume. The prices of southern port and domestic origin coal are provided. The long and short positions of the top 20 members in the Zhengzhou Commodity Exchange did not change [20][21] - **Trend strength**: 0 [22] Logs - **Fundamental data**: The prices of log futures contracts showed fluctuations. The spot prices of most log varieties remained stable, with a slight decrease in the prices of some wood squares [24] - **Macro and industry news**: The construction ceremony of the hydropower project in the lower reaches of the Yarlung Zangbo River was held on July 19, with a total investment of about 1.2 trillion yuan [26] - **Trend strength**: 0 [26]

Report Industry Investment Ratings No relevant content provided. Core Views of the Report - Gold prices rose by over 1%, influenced by domestic stimulus expectations for commodities and overseas concerns about US tariff implementation and the Fed's independence [1][12]. - Strong risk appetite may disrupt the bond market in the next 1 - 2 months, with a risk of the futures' oscillation center shifting downwards. However, there is no long - term adjustment risk for the bond market [2][13]. - Coke had a second round of price hikes. Recently, coking coal was affected by macro and policy factors, with strong market sentiment, but risks should be noted after a significant increase [3][23]. - Copper prices are expected to fluctuate at a high level in the short term due to policy expectation risks and inventory accumulation concerns, and it is advisable to wait and see [4][44]. - Oil prices oscillated downward despite a decline in API crude oil inventory [5][51]. Summaries by Related Catalogs 1. Financial News and Reviews 1.1 Macro Strategy (Gold) - Trump stated that Powell's term has only eight months left and criticized his interest - rate policy, calling for a rate cut of at least 3 percentage points [11]. - Trump announced that Japan will pay a 15% reciprocal tariff to the US, and Japan will invest $550 billion in the US, with the US getting 90% of the profits. Gold prices rose over 1%, driven by domestic stimulus expectations and overseas concerns. It is recommended that short - term gold prices are likely to be strong with increased volatility [12]. 1.2 Macro Strategy (Treasury Bond Futures) - The central bank conducted 214.8 billion yuan of 7 - day reverse repurchase operations on July 22. Sentiment is driving the market. It is expected that strong risk appetite will disrupt the bond market in the next 1 - 2 months, but there is no long - term adjustment risk. Short - term trading long positions can be closed after the Politburo meeting [13][14]. 2. Commodity News and Reviews 2.1 Agricultural Products (Cotton) - As of July 19, Brazil's cotton harvesting progress was 16.7%, 3.1 percentage points higher than the previous week but 3.8% slower than last year. In 2025, China's new cotton is expected to have a yield of 158.7 kg/mu, a 2.5% increase. As of July 20, US cotton's budding and boll - setting rates were slower than last year, but the excellent rate was higher. It is recommended to be cautious about chasing up Zhengzhou cotton prices [15][16][17]. 2.2 Agricultural Products (Soybean Oil/Rapeseed Oil/Palm Oil) - MPOC expects the price of crude palm oil in August to be between 4,100 - 4,300 ringgit/ton. The oil market was oscillating, and it is recommended to buy on dips or sell call options on the 09 contract [18][19]. 2.3 Black Metals (Rebar/Hot - Rolled Coil) - In Q2 2025, the growth rate of real estate loans rebounded. Steel prices rose mainly due to the increase in coking coal and coke prices. It is expected that steel prices will be strong in the short term, but there are potential risks after August [20][21]. 2.4 Black Metals (Coking Coal/Coke) - Coke had a second round of price hikes. The impact of checking for over - production in coal mines is limited. Coking coal supply recovery is slower than expected, and demand is strong. However, risks should be noted after a significant increase [22][23]. 2.5 Agricultural Products (Corn Starch) - On July 22, corn starch enterprises in Heilongjiang, Jilin, Hebei, and Shandong had theoretical losses, and the losses are expected to continue or expand, with the operating rate remaining low [24][25]. 2.6 Agricultural Products (Corn) - On July 22, the成交 rate of imported corn auctions increased. Old - crop corn is expected to have little fluctuation, and it is recommended to hold a small number of new - crop short positions and look for opportunities to add positions on rebounds [26]. 2.7 Agricultural Products (Pigs) - New Hope's piglet stocking in June 2025 was about 1.3 million. Spot prices have been falling, while futures are relatively stable. It is recommended to buy the 09 contract on dips and wait for hedging opportunities on the November contract [27][28]. 2.8 Black Metals (Steam Coal) - On July 22, the price of steam coal in northern ports was stable. With the implementation of the coal over - production check policy and the peak summer season, coal prices are expected to be strong in the short term [29]. 2.9 Black Metals (Iron Ore) - The production plan of household air conditioners in August 2025 decreased by 7.1% year - on - year. Iron ore prices continued to rise, but they are in an over - valued area, and it is advisable to wait and see [30]. 2.10 Non - Ferrous Metals (Polysilicon) - A Japanese - Korean joint venture plans to build a polysilicon plant in Malaysia. The polysilicon capacity storage plan is progressing slowly. It is recommended that polysilicon enterprises sell at or above the benchmark cost. Long positions are advised to consider taking profits gradually [33][34]. 2.11 Non - Ferrous Metals (Industrial Silicon) - In June, China's export of primary polysiloxane increased month - on - month. The supply recovery of industrial silicon is slower than expected, and it is expected to be strong in the short term. It is recommended to take a bullish view in the short term and observe the resumption of production of large factories in Xinjiang [35][36]. 2.12 Non - Ferrous Metals (Lead) - On July 21, the LME 0 - 3 lead was at a discount. The fundamentals of lead have improved, and it is recommended to look for opportunities to buy on dips [37][38]. 2.13 Non - Ferrous Metals (Zinc) - On July 21, the LME 0 - 3 zinc was at a discount. Zinc supply is expected to increase, and demand is differentiated. It is recommended to wait and see unilaterally and pay attention to near - month spread arbitrage [39][41]. 2.14 Non - Ferrous Metals (Copper) - Nornickel lowered its 2025 nickel, copper, and palladium production forecasts. Copper prices are expected to fluctuate at a high level in the short term due to policy and inventory factors, and it is advisable to wait and see [42][44]. 2.15 Non - Ferrous Metals (Nickel) - Nornickel's nickel production in Q2 2025 increased by 9% quarter - on - quarter. In the short term, nickel prices are expected to follow the non - ferrous metals sector and be strong, and it is advisable to wait and see. In the medium term, it is recommended to look for opportunities to sell high [45][47]. 2.16 Non - Ferrous Metals (Lithium Carbonate) - There are disputes over a lithium project in Congo. The market is focused on supply - side disturbances. It is recommended to reduce positions or wait and see unilaterally and focus on 9 - 11 spread operations [48][50]. 2.17 Energy and Chemicals (Crude Oil) - API crude oil and gasoline inventories decreased, while refined oil inventory increased. Oil prices are expected to remain oscillating in the short term [51][52]. 2.18 Energy and Chemicals (Carbon Emissions) - On July 22, the CEA closed at 73.30 yuan/ton. The CEA price is expected to oscillate in the short term, and enterprises with quota needs can buy cautiously on dips [53][55]. 2.19 Energy and Chemicals (Caustic Soda) - On July 22, the price of liquid caustic soda in Shandong declined. The upward momentum of the caustic soda futures may weaken [56][57]. 2.20 Energy and Chemicals (Pulp) - The price of imported wood pulp was stable. The pulp futures increased due to policy and coal price factors, but the upward space is limited [58]. 2.21 Energy and Chemicals (Styrene) - From July 1 - 20, 2025, South Korea's total benzene exports were 162,015 tons. Styrene prices oscillated strongly. It is recommended to wait for a better entry point for pure benzene and observe the macro - policy impact on styrene [59][60]. 2.22 Energy and Chemicals (PVC) - The price of PVC powder increased. PVC futures followed the market's upward trend, but the fundamentals are weakening, and it is recommended to be cautious about chasing up [61]. 2.23 Energy and Chemicals (Soda Ash) - The soda ash market was stable and strong. The futures price rose significantly. It is risky to short in the short term, and it is necessary to wait for further policy guidance [63][64]. 2.24 Energy and Chemicals (Float Glass) - The price of float glass in the Shahe market increased. The glass futures rose due to supply - side policy expectations. It is recommended to be cautious about unilateral operations and focus on arbitrage strategies such as going long on glass and short on soda ash [65][66]. 2.25 Energy and Chemicals (Bottle Chips) - Bottle chip factories' export prices were mostly stable with partial slight adjustments. The industry plans to cut production in July, and it is recommended to look for opportunities to expand processing fees on dips [67][69].

Economic Overview - In Q2, the actual GDP growth was 5.2% year-on-year, while nominal GDP growth fell to 3.9%, marking a decline of 0.2 and 0.7 percentage points from Q1 respectively[4] - The nominal GDP growth rate has dropped below 4%, the lowest in nearly three years, primarily due to strong supply and weak demand characteristics[23] Supply and Demand Balance - Q3 is expected to see a balance between supply and demand, driven by the implementation of "anti-involution" policies and improved confidence in the real sector[2] - The recovery in consumption is gradually being confirmed, with "anti-involution" policies likely being a key factor influencing Q3 economic performance[4] Investment Trends - Fixed asset investment in Q2 grew by only 1.8% year-on-year, a significant drop of 2.4 percentage points from Q1, with infrastructure and manufacturing investments experiencing widespread contraction[11] - In June, fixed asset investment saw a month-on-month decline of 0.1%, marking a historical low[11] Consumer Behavior - The nominal growth rate of social retail sales in Q2 was 4.5%, slightly down by 0.1 percentage points from Q1, indicating a moderate increase in consumer spending[19] - In June, social retail sales growth fell to 4.8%, a significant drop of 1.6 percentage points from the previous month, with most categories experiencing a broad decline[20] Inflation and Market Dynamics - The report suggests that moderate inflation positively impacts corporate operations and household balance sheets, with expectations of a gradual recovery in nominal GDP growth[2] - The bond market is currently benefiting from a low inflation environment and ample liquidity, although the upward potential for bond prices is limited in the short term[27] Geopolitical and Policy Risks - Risks include geopolitical tensions and the potential for policy changes that exceed expectations, which could impact economic stability[3]