1. Report Industry Investment Ratings - No investment ratings are provided in the reports. 2. Core Views Steel Industry - Currently, the supply and demand of steel are seasonally recovering, with both production and demand on the rise but not yet peaking. Last week, the increase in production was relatively slow, with an increase of 30,000 tons in hot metal production and stable production of the five major steel products. The increase in the production of off - balance - sheet steel products was also not significant, and the production increment may have flowed more to steel billets. The apparent demand has increased, and the increase in apparent demand is greater than that in production, so the inventory continues to decline. Currently, the demand for hot - rolled coils is slightly better than that for rebar, and the domestic demand expectation is still weak, while the export orders remain stable. Affected by the environmental protection - related production cuts of steel mills in the first quarter, although the demand is weak, the inventory reduction is acceptable, and the supply - demand contradiction is not significant. From the perspective of the steel supply - demand situation, there is insufficient upward driving force, and the upward elasticity of steel prices mainly comes from the raw material side. Recently, crude oil has strengthened again, and the expected production cut of BHP has made raw materials stronger, which supports steel prices [1]. Iron Ore Industry - Yesterday, the main iron ore contract fluctuated weakly. Geopolitical conflicts have caused market sentiment to fluctuate. The sharp decline in energy products such as crude oil and coal has led to a weakening of commodities. Currently, geopolitical games continue, the BHP negotiation is undetermined, and the resumption of hot metal production is the focus of future iron ore trading. In terms of fundamentals, on the supply side, the global iron ore shipment volume has decreased significantly on a week - on - week basis, with the reduction concentrated in the three major Australian mines due to the impact of a super typhoon on the shipment of some Australian ports. On the demand side, the hot metal production has increased slightly on a week - on - week basis, slightly lower than expected. Some steel mills have carried out rational maintenance, and the profitability of steel mills has improved. Currently, the recovery of terminal demand is slow, domestic demand is relatively weak, and the situation of steel exports is acceptable, with the reduction in the Middle East being offset by the increase in Southeast Asia. In the inventory aspect, the inventories of steel mills and ports have both decreased slightly. With the recent decline in the arrival volume and the high - level continuous port clearance under the resumption of production of steel mills, the port inventory is expected to decrease slightly or remain unchanged. Looking forward to the future, under the influence of factors such as escalating geopolitical conflicts, changeable market sentiment, the resumption of production of steel mills, and the undetermined BHP negotiation, the main iron ore contract will oscillate at a high level in the short term, with the reference range of the main contract being 780 - 830 [3]. Coke and Coking Coal Industry - **Coke**: Yesterday, the coke futures showed a weak downward trend. In the spot market, the mainstream coke enterprises initiated the first - round price increase on March 23, which is expected to be implemented on April 1. The increase in coking coal prices provides cost support for the coke price increase, and the port price fluctuates with the futures. On the supply side, the coke price adjustment lags behind that of coking coal, the sharp increase in chemical product prices makes up for the coke losses, and the coking operation starts to increase. On the demand side, steel mills are actively resuming production, the hot metal production is increasing, the steel price has rebounded at a low level, and the restocking demand has recovered but resists high - priced raw materials. In the inventory aspect, coking plants are reducing inventory, while steel mills and ports are increasing inventory, and the overall inventory has increased slightly. The coke supply and demand are basically balanced in the short term. Trump's statement that the war will end soon has caused a sharp decline in energy, natural gas, and downstream chemical products at a high level. The continuous conflict affects the macro - sentiment. The coking coal spot has cooled down and declined, and the coke futures had fully anticipated the coke price increase before, and now there is an expectation of a peak - to - decline. It is recommended to wait and see on a single - side basis, and the reference range of the coke 2605 contract is 1600 - 1800 [5]. - **Coking Coal**: Yesterday, the coking coal futures showed a weak downward trend. In the spot market, the auction transactions of Shanxi spot have started to decline, and the Mongolian coal quotation has followed the futures down. After the price increase, the restocking demand has weakened, and downstream enterprises with low profits are more resistant to high - priced resources. On the supply side, coal mines are gradually resuming production, and the daily coal production is gradually increasing. In terms of imported coal, the port inventory continues to accumulate, and the customs clearance remains at a high level, with a slight decline recently. On the demand side, steel mills are actively resuming production, the hot metal production is increasing, and the restocking demand has recovered but resists high - priced raw materials. In the inventory aspect, washing plants, coke enterprises, steel mills, ports, and ports are all increasing inventory, while coal mines are reducing inventory, and the overall inventory has started to show a change of active restocking by downstream enterprises. Trump's statement that the war will end soon has caused a sharp decline in energy, natural gas, and downstream chemical products at a high level. The continuous conflict affects the macro - sentiment. The coking coal spot has cooled down and declined. It is necessary to focus on the macro - impact and industrial supply - demand changes. It is recommended to wait and see on a single - side basis, and the reference range of the coking coal 2605 contract is 1050 - 1250 [5]. Ferrosilicon and Silicomanganese Industry - **Ferrosilicon**: Yesterday, the main ferrosilicon contract declined significantly, mainly due to the repeated geopolitical conflicts and the sharp decline in energy costs such as crude oil and coal. In terms of fundamentals, last week, the ferrosilicon production decreased slightly on a week - on - week basis, and the production area's operating rate also declined. Only Inner Mongolia and Ningxia have better profits under the repair of manufacturers' profits, but Qinghai and Gansu still have serious losses. In terms of steel - making demand, the hot metal production increased slightly on a week - on - week basis, slightly lower than expected. Some steel mills carried out routine maintenance, and the profitability of steel mills has improved. Currently, the recovery of terminal demand is slow, and domestic demand is relatively weak. In terms of non - steel demand, the daily production of magnesium ingots is at a relatively high level, and the market sentiment has improved significantly compared with the previous period. The ferrosilicon export orders are not good, and the cancellation of orders has also weakened. In terms of cost, the price of semi - coke has been slightly adjusted upwards. Pay attention to the settlement electricity price changes in the production areas in March. The cost side of ferrosilicon has certain support. Looking forward to the future, in the short term, the market sentiment is changeable due to international geopolitical conflicts. The supply and demand of ferrosilicon both increase, and the cost is affected by coal. However, the current supply growth rate is relatively slow, and the supply and demand are still in a balanced state. Pay attention to the subsequent production and cost changes. The short - term price is expected to fluctuate widely, and it is recommended to operate within the range of 5800 - 6200 [6]. - **Silicomanganese**: Yesterday, the main silicomanganese contract declined significantly, mainly due to the repeated geopolitical conflicts and the sharp decline in energy costs such as crude oil and coal. In terms of fundamentals, last week, the silicomanganese supply continued to decline on a week - on - week basis, and the operating rate has declined for several consecutive weeks. The production pressure in the southern region is still relatively high, and the loss amplitude has decreased compared with the previous period. Only the immediate profit of Inner Mongolia in the northern production area is on the verge of profit and loss, but the manganese ore cost of manufacturers is mostly the ore at the previous low price, so the profit should be better than the calculation. Pay attention to the implementation of silicomanganese production cuts in the future. In terms of demand, the hot metal production increased slightly on a week - on - week basis, slightly lower than expected. Some steel mills carried out routine maintenance, and the profitability of steel mills has improved. Currently, the recovery of terminal demand is slow, and domestic demand is relatively weak. In terms of cost, the supply and demand of manganese ore may become marginally looser in the near future. With the increase in arrivals and the expected contraction in demand, the port inventory has started to increase. However, due to the continuous geopolitical conflicts, the impact of energy prices on the comprehensive costs of shipping and mining still exists, and the manganese ore price may run at a high level. In general, in the short term, the market sentiment is changeable due to international geopolitical conflicts. There is an expectation of silicomanganese production cuts, which may weaken the demand for manganese ore. Pay attention to the supply change of silicomanganese in April. It is expected that the price will oscillate strongly, with the reference range of 5700 - 6800 [6]. 3. Summaries According to Relevant Catalogs Steel Industry Steel Prices and Spreads - Rebar spot prices in East China, North China, and South China decreased by 10 yuan/ton compared with the previous value, and the prices of rebar 05, 10, and 01 contracts also decreased, with decreases of 18 yuan/ton, 22 yuan/ton, and 20 yuan/ton respectively. Hot - rolled coil spot prices in East China, North China, and South China decreased by 10 yuan/ton compared with the previous value, and the prices of hot - rolled coil 05, 10, and 01 contracts also decreased, with decreases of 14 yuan/ton, 13 yuan/ton, and 11 yuan/ton respectively [1]. Cost and Profit - The steel billet price remained unchanged at 2980 yuan/ton, and the slab price remained unchanged at 3730 yuan/ton. The cost of Jiangsu electric - furnace rebar increased by 2 yuan/ton, and the cost of Jiangsu converter rebar decreased by 1 yuan/ton. The profits of East China hot - rolled coils, North China hot - rolled coils, East China rebar, North China rebar, and South China rebar increased by 11 yuan/ton, 21 yuan/ton, 21 yuan/ton, 21 yuan/ton, and 11 yuan/ton respectively [1]. Production - The daily average hot metal production increased by 3.1 tons to 231.1 tons, with a growth rate of 1.4%. The production of the five major steel products decreased slightly by 0.2 tons to 839.6 tons, with a decrease rate of 0.0%. The rebar production decreased by 5.5 tons to 197.9 tons, with a decrease rate of 2.7%, among which the electric - furnace production decreased by 1.5 tons to 32.7 tons, with a decrease rate of 4.3%, and the converter production decreased by 4.0 tons to 165.2 tons, with a decrease rate of 2.4%. The hot - rolled coil production increased by 5.4 tons to 305.6 tons, with a growth rate of 1.8% [1]. Inventory - The inventory of the five major steel products decreased by 48.4 tons to 1897.8 tons, with a decrease rate of 2.5%. The rebar inventory decreased by 27.5 tons to 861.9 tons, with a decrease rate of 3.1%. The hot - rolled coil inventory decreased by 8.0 tons to 453.3 tons, with a decrease rate of 1.7% [1]. Transaction and Demand - The building materials trading volume increased by 1.0 to 10.4, with a growth rate of 10.4%. The apparent demand of the five major steel products increased by 19.5 to 888.0, with a growth rate of 2.2%. The apparent demand of rebar increased by 17.3 to 225.4, with a growth rate of 8.3%. The apparent demand of hot - rolled coils increased by 3.1 to 313.6, with a growth rate of 1.0% [1]. Iron Ore Industry Futures - The warehouse - receipt costs of various iron ore powders such as Coking Fine, PB Fine, etc. decreased to varying degrees, and the 05 - contract basis of some iron ore powders also changed. The 5 - 9 spread decreased by 0.5 to 21.5, with a decrease rate of 2.3%, and the 9 - 1 spread decreased by 2.0 to 17.5, with a decrease rate of 10.3% [3]. Spot Prices and Price Indexes - The spot prices of various iron ore powders at Rizhao Port decreased to varying degrees, and the price of the Singapore Exchange 62% Fe swap remained unchanged [3]. Supply - The 45 - port arrival volume increased by 154.7 tons to 2426.3 tons, with a growth rate of 6.8%. The global shipment volume decreased by 671.9 tons to 2472.4 tons, with a decrease rate of 21.4%. The national monthly import volume decreased by 2200.9 tons to 9763.8 tons, with a decrease rate of 18.4% [3]. Demand - The daily average hot metal production of 247 steel mills increased by 2.9 tons to 231.1 tons, with a growth rate of 1.3%. The 45 - port daily average port clearance volume decreased by 7.8 tons to 313.2 tons, with a decrease rate of 2.4%. The national monthly pig iron production decreased by 6072.2 tons to 0.0 tons, with a decrease rate of 100.0%, and the national monthly crude steel production decreased by 6817.7 tons to 0.0 tons, with a decrease rate of 100.0% [3]. Inventory Changes - The 45 - port inventory decreased by 98.1 tons to 17000.31 tons, with a decrease rate of 0.6%. The imported iron ore inventory of 247 steel mills decreased by 55.5 tons to 8978.6 tons, with a decrease rate of 0.6%. The inventory available days of 64 steel mills increased by 2.0 to 23.0, with a growth rate of 9.5% [3]. Coke and Coking Coal Industry Coke - Related Prices and Spreads - The prices of Shanxi first - grade wet - quenched coke (warehouse - receipt) and Rizhao Port quasi - first - grade wet - quenched coke (warehouse - receipt) remained unchanged. The coke 05 and 09 contracts decreased by 52 yuan/ton and 55 yuan/ton respectively, with decrease rates of 3.0% and 3.0% respectively [5]. Coking Coal - Related Prices and Spreads - The prices of Shanxi medium - sulfur main coking coal (warehouse - receipt) and Mongolian 5 raw coal (warehouse - receipt) decreased by 0 yuan/ton and 19 yuan/ton respectively, with decrease rates of 0.0% and 1.5% respectively. The coking coal 05 and 09 contracts decreased by 66 yuan/ton and 75 yuan/ton respectively, with decrease rates of 5.4% and 5.5% respectively [5]. Supply - The daily average production of all - sample coking plants increased by 0.5 tons to 64.8 tons, with a growth rate of 0.8%. The daily average production of 247 steel mills remained unchanged at 47.3 tons, with a decrease rate of 0.1%. The production of raw coal decreased by 5.6 tons to 875.3 tons, with a decrease rate of 0.64%, and the production of clean coal decreased by 2.7 tons to 445.9 tons, with a decrease rate of 0.6% [5]. Demand - The hot metal production of 247 steel mills increased by 2.9 tons to 231.1 tons, with a growth rate of 1.3%. The daily average production of all - sample coking plants increased by 0.5 tons to 64.8 tons, with a growth rate of 0.8% [5]. Inventory Changes - The total coke inventory increased by 16.3 tons to 997.8 tons, with a growth rate of 1.7%. The coke inventory of all - sample coking plants decreased by 4.2 tons to 90.1 tons, with a decrease rate of 4.4%. The coke inventory of 247 steel mills increased by 3.5 tons to 691.7 tons, with a growth rate of 0.5%. The coking coal inventory of all - sample coking plants increased by 42.5 tons to 1047.5 tons, with a growth rate of 4.2%. The coking coal inventory of 247 steel mills increased by 8.5 tons to 782.4 tons, with a growth rate of 1.1%. The port inventory increased by 8.5 tons to 216.1 tons, with a growth rate of 4.2% [5]. Ferrosilicon and Silicomanganese Industry Futures and Spot - The closing price of the fer

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - The overall market is affected by the geopolitical situation between the US and Iran. The conflict has led to significant fluctuations in commodity prices, and the market is in a state of high uncertainty. The end - conflict signals released by both sides have a certain impact on market sentiment, but the actual supply and demand fundamentals also play important roles in price trends [2][9][93]. - Different industries have different supply - demand situations. For example, in the metals industry, some metals are affected by supply disruptions in the Middle East, while others are influenced by changes in domestic production and demand. In the agricultural products industry, factors such as planting area, harvest progress, and downstream demand affect prices. In the energy - chemical industry, the conflict in the Middle East has a significant impact on the supply and cost of raw materials [24][70][93]. 3. Summary According to the Catalog 3.1 Daily Selections - **Tin**: With the US and Iran expressing the willingness to end the conflict, market risk appetite has recovered, and tin prices are expected to be strong in the short term. Supply has improved significantly, and demand is gradually recovering. It is recommended to buy long positions [2][35]. - **Soda Ash**: Cost support has weakened, and soda ash is oscillating downward. The short - term supply - demand pattern is supply - strong and demand - weak, but the downward space is expected to be limited, with the SA605 contract referring to the range of 1150 - 1250 [3][117]. - **Rebar**: Raw materials are strong, supporting the steel price center. The supply and demand are seasonally rising, and the steel price's upward drive mainly comes from the raw material side [4][53]. - **Live Pigs**: Spot support is limited, and capacity pressure suppresses the far - month contracts. The short - term price may be boosted by second - fattening sentiment, but there is a possibility of further decline [5][74]. 3.2 Macro - finance - **Stock Index Futures**: The Asia - Pacific market is down, and the Q2 style tends to focus on fundamental verification. It is recommended to wait and see [6][8]. - **Precious Metals**: The leaders of the US and Iran have expressed the will to end the war, the US dollar has fallen, and precious metals have rebounded significantly. In the short term, gold may have a technical repair, and silver may also have a band - trading opportunity. Platinum and palladium are in a state of shock and consolidation [9][12]. 3.3 Non - ferrous Metals - **Copper**: Iran's intention to end the war has led to a rebound in copper prices. The supply - demand fundamentals have improved slightly, and the medium - and long - term copper supply - demand contradiction logic has not changed significantly. It is recommended to wait and see, with the main contract focusing on the pressure at 97000 - 98000 [14][18]. - **Alumina**: Warehouse receipts are continuously accumulating, and the market is running weakly. The industry is in a state of over - capacity, and the price is expected to fluctuate around the cost line. It is recommended to maintain a short - selling strategy at high prices [19][21]. - **Aluminum**: The expectation of production cuts in the Middle East is fermenting, and the price is hitting the 25000 mark. The short - term core operating range is expected to be 24000 - 26000, and long positions are recommended to be held [22][24]. - **Aluminum Alloy**: The price is strongly supported by the price of primary aluminum, and the upward and downward spaces are limited. The short - term price operating range is expected to be 23000 - 24500 [25][26]. - **Zinc**: Zinc prices have rebounded, and spot transactions are average. The supply - demand cycle is weak, and the smelting cost will support the zinc price. It is recommended to take a low - buying strategy on dips [27][30]. - **Tin**: Similar to the analysis in the daily selection, tin prices are expected to be strong in the short term, and it is recommended to buy long positions [31][35]. - **Nickel**: The market is oscillating, and the Indonesian export tax policy is still uncertain. The main contract is expected to operate in the range of 134000 - 140000 [36][38]. - **Stainless Steel**: Cost support is strengthening, and the market is maintaining a strong - oscillating trend. The main contract is expected to operate in the range of 14200 - 14800, and a mid - term low - buying strategy is recommended [38][41]. - **Lithium Carbonate**: Supply expectations are uncertain, and the market has fallen significantly. The short - term market may adjust, and it is recommended to wait and see and conduct short - term range operations [42][45]. - **Polysilicon**: The market is oversupplied, and the futures are oscillating downward. It is recommended to wait and see [46][47]. - **Industrial Silicon**: Production control has not been achieved, and the futures are falling. It is expected to oscillate in the range of 8000 - 9000, and strategies such as short - selling at high prices or long - buying at low prices can be considered [48][51]. 3.4 Ferrous Metals - **Steel**: Raw material prices support the steel price center. Supply and demand are seasonally rising, and the steel price's upward drive mainly comes from the raw material side [52][53]. - **Iron Ore**: Short - term shipments have declined, and the supply - demand pattern has improved. The main contract is expected to oscillate at a high level in the range of 780 - 830 [54][56]. - **Coking Coal**: Auction transactions have declined, and the market is affected by geopolitical risks. It is recommended to wait and see, with the 2605 contract referring to the range of 1050 - 1250 [57][59]. - **Coke**: The spot price increase is about to be implemented, and the market is following the trend of coking coal. It is recommended to wait and see, with the 2605 contract referring to the range of 1600 - 1800 [60][63]. - **Silicon Iron**: It is necessary to pay attention to the change in settlement electricity prices, and the market is in a tight - balance state. It is recommended to conduct range operations in the range of 5800 - 6200 [64][65]. - **Manganese Silicon**: Production cuts have been implemented, and the cost support of manganese ore may weaken. It is expected to oscillate strongly in the range of 5700 - 6800 [67][69]. 3.5 Agricultural Products - **Meal**: The US soybean planting intention has been slightly increased, and the domestic soybean meal spot market is pessimistic. The future supply pressure will increase, and the soybean meal lacks effective support [70][72]. - **Live Pigs**: Similar to the analysis in the daily selection, spot support is limited, and capacity pressure suppresses the far - month contracts [73][74]. - **Corn**: The bottom support is strong, and the decline is limited. It is necessary to pay attention to the subsequent policy release [75][77]. - **Sugar**: The spot trading is average, and the market is maintaining a high - level oscillation. It is recommended to wait and see in the short term [78][80]. - **Cotton**: The USDA report shows an increase in the US cotton planting area, and domestic downstream enterprises are cautious in restocking. It is necessary to focus on the actual orders of downstream enterprises, the change in the new - season planting area, and the weather in the main production areas [80][82]. - **Eggs**: Terminal sales are slow, and egg prices are generally falling. It is expected to maintain a low - level oscillation and a weak trend [83][84]. - **Oils**: Indonesia's plan to promote B50 in July has boosted the oil market. Palm oil may rise in the short term, soybean oil is affected by the increase in US soybean planting area, and rapeseed oil is following the international oil market and maintaining a wide - range oscillation [85][87]. - **Jujubes**: The supply - demand pattern is loose, and the price is expected to oscillate and fall to build a bottom. It is expected to fluctuate in the range of 8500 - 9500 [88][89]. - **Apples**: The Tomb - sweeping Festival stocking is less than expected, and the price is continuing to weaken. The 05 contract is supported by low inventory, and the 10 contract is affected by the weather expectation of the new - season flowering period [90][91]. 3.6 Energy - Chemicals - **Crude Oil**: The US and Iran have sent signals to cool down the conflict, and oil prices are running weakly. The short - term may be in a weak - oscillation pattern, but the supply shortage still exists, and it is necessary to pay attention to the negotiation progress and the navigation situation of the Bab el - Mandeb Strait [92][93]. - **PX**: Affected by the geopolitical situation, PX is oscillating at a high level. The short - term supply and demand are weak, but the overall supply - demand in April is expected to be tight, and it is recommended to wait and see [94][95]. - **PTA**: Similar to PX, it is oscillating at a high level. The 4 - month inventory is expected to accumulate, and the demand may drag down the raw materials. It is recommended to pay attention to the oil price trend [96][97]. - **Short - fiber**: It has limited self - driving force and follows the raw materials. It is recommended to pay attention to the restoration of the passage of the Strait of Hormuz and the cost transmission of downstream products [98]. - **Bottle - grade PET**: The supply is expected to be tight in April, and the processing fee is expected to be strong. It is recommended to take the same strategy as PTA [99][101]. - **Ethylene Glycol**: The supply will decrease significantly in the second quarter, and the inventory will be significantly reduced. It still has the potential to rise, but attention should be paid to the risk of a decline after a rise [102]. - **Pure Benzene**: It is oscillating at a high level following the oil price. The supply is expected to decrease, and the supply - demand is expected to improve. It is recommended to wait and see [103]. - **Styrene**: Similar to pure benzene, it is oscillating at a high level following the oil price. The supply - demand has weakened, but it is still relatively tight. It is recommended to take the same strategy as pure benzene [104][105]. - **LLDPE**: The market is falling, and the basis is strengthening. The supply is expected to shrink, and the price has support at the bottom. It is expected to oscillate in a wide range [106]. - **PP**: Upstream production cuts are increasing, and the 05 contract has significantly reduced inventory. It is recommended to go long on the 09 contract on dips [107]. - **Methanol**: The market shows a near - strong and far - weak pattern. It is recommended to reduce long positions [108]. - **Caustic Soda**: The export expectation has been fulfilled, and the market has returned to the fundamentals. It is expected to oscillate weakly in the short term [109][110]. - **PVC**: The chemical market sentiment has subsided, and the price is adjusting. The short - term may be weakly adjusted, and attention should be paid to the geopolitical situation and the actual production suspension rhythm of the devices [111][112]. - **Urea**: There is no strong unilateral driving force, and the price is running in a range. It is recommended to pay attention to the downstream demand and policy dynamics, with the main contract referring to the range of 1830 - 1900 [113]. - **Soda Ash**: Cost support has weakened, and it is oscillating downward. It is recommended to hold short positions [114][117]. - **Glass**: Cost support has weakened, and it is approaching the previous low. It is recommended to hold short positions [114][118]. - **Natural Rubber**: The US and Iran have released signals to end the conflict, and rubber prices are rising. It is recommended to wait and see, with the operating range expected to be 16000 - 17500 [119][121]. - **Synthetic Rubber**: The situation in the Middle East is fluctuating, and BR is oscillating at a high level. It still has the potential to rise before the oil transportation in the Middle East is restored, but attention should be paid to the risk of a decline after a rise [121][123]. 3.7 Container Shipping to Europe - The off - season cargo - collection is under pressure, and the overall market is weakly oscillating. The 04 contract is oscillating widely around the spot price center, and the 06 contract is expected to oscillate widely following the geopolitical situation. It is recommended to operate in the range and pay attention to risks [123][125].

Group 1: Steel Industry Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant information provided. Core Viewpoint Currently, the supply and demand of steel are seasonally recovering, with both production and demand on the rise but not peaking yet. The increase in production last week was relatively slow, and the increase in apparent demand was greater than that in production, leading to inventory depletion. The demand for hot-rolled coils is slightly better than that for rebar, but the domestic demand outlook remains weak, and export orders are stable. Due to the environmental protection production cuts in steel mills in the first quarter, although demand is weak, inventory depletion is acceptable, and the supply-demand contradiction is not significant. The upward drive for steel prices is insufficient, and the elasticity for upward breakthroughs mainly comes from the raw material side. Recently, crude oil has strengthened again, and the expected production cut by BHP has made raw materials stronger, providing support for steel prices [1]. Summary by Directory - **Steel Prices and Spreads**: The prices of rebar and hot-rolled coil spot and futures contracts all declined. For example, the rebar spot price in East China dropped from 3230 yuan/ton to 3220 yuan/ton, and the rebar 10 contract price fell from 3168 yuan/ton to 3146 yuan/ton [1]. - **Cost and Profit**: The steel billet price remained unchanged at 2980 yuan/ton. The profits of hot-rolled coils in different regions increased to varying degrees, while the profit of rebar in North China improved from -18 yuan/ton to 3 yuan/ton [1]. - **Production**: The daily average pig iron production increased by 3.1 tons to 231.1 tons, a rise of 1.4%. The production of five major steel products remained stable, with a slight decrease of 0.2 tons to 839.6 tons. Rebar production decreased by 5.5 tons to 197.9 tons, a decline of 2.7%, while hot-rolled coil production increased by 5.4 tons to 305.6 tons, a rise of 1.8% [1]. - **Inventory**: The inventory of five major steel products decreased by 48.4 tons to 1897.8 tons, a decline of 2.5%. Rebar inventory decreased by 27.5 tons to 861.9 tons, a decline of 3.1%, and hot-rolled coil inventory decreased by 8.0 tons to 453.3 tons, a decline of 1.7% [1]. - **Transaction and Demand**: The building materials transaction volume increased by 1.0 to 10.4, a rise of 10.4%. The apparent demand for five major steel products increased by 19.5 to 888.0, a rise of 2.2%. The apparent demand for rebar increased by 17.3 to 225.4, a rise of 8.3%, and the apparent demand for hot-rolled coils increased by 3.1 to 313.6, a rise of 1.0% [1]. Group 2: Iron Ore Industry Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant information provided. Core Viewpoint Yesterday, the main iron ore contract fluctuated weakly. Geopolitical conflicts have caused market sentiment to fluctuate. The sharp decline in energy products such as crude oil and coal has led to a weakening of commodities. Currently, geopolitical games continue, the BHP negotiation is undecided, and pig iron production is recovering. The global iron ore shipment volume decreased significantly this period, with the reduction concentrated in the three major Australian mines due to the impact of a super typhoon on some Australian ports. On the demand side, pig iron production increased slightly month-on-month, slightly lower than expected. Some steel mills carried out rational maintenance, and the profitability of steel mills improved. Currently, the recovery of terminal demand is slow, domestic demand is relatively weak, and steel export orders are acceptable, with the reduction in the Middle East offset by the increase in Southeast Asia. In the future, the focus of iron ore trading will be on the height and sustainability of pig iron production recovery. In terms of inventory, the inventory of steel mills and ports decreased slightly month-on-month. Recently, the central value of arrivals has declined, and the port inventory is expected to decrease slightly or remain stable. Looking ahead, affected by factors such as escalating geopolitical conflicts, changing market sentiment, steel mill复产, and the undecided BHP negotiation, the main iron ore contract is expected to fluctuate at a high level in the short term, with the contract range referring to 780 - 830 [3]. Summary by Directory - **Futures**: The warehouse receipt costs of various iron ore powders decreased, including a 0.4% decline in the warehouse receipt cost of Carajás fines to 916.6 yuan/ton. The 05 contract basis of some iron ore powders changed, with the 05 contract basis of Carajás fines increasing by 1.7 to 108.6 yuan/ton [3]. - **Spot Price and Price Index**: The spot prices of various iron ore powders in Rizhao Port decreased, such as a 0.9% decline in the price of PB fines to 777.0 yuan/wet ton. The price of the Singapore Exchange 62% Fe swap remained unchanged at 106.4 dollars/ton [3]. - **Supply**: The 45-port arrivals volume increased by 154.7 tons to 2426.3 tons, a rise of 6.8%. The global shipment volume decreased by 671.9 tons to 2472.4 tons, a decline of 21.4%. The national monthly import volume decreased by 2200.9 tons to 9763.8 tons, a decline of 18.4% [3]. - **Demand**: The daily average pig iron production of 247 steel mills increased by 2.9 tons to 231.1 tons, a rise of 1.3%. The 45-port daily average desilting volume decreased by 7.8 tons to 313.2 tons, a decline of 2.4%. The national monthly pig iron production and crude steel production both dropped to 0 [3]. - **Inventory Change**: The 45-port inventory decreased by 98.1 tons to 17000.31 tons, a decline of 0.6%. The imported iron ore inventory of 247 steel mills decreased by 55.5 tons to 8978.6 tons, a decline of 0.6%. The inventory available days of 64 steel mills increased by 2.0 to 23.0 days, a rise of 9.5% [3]. Group 3: Coke and Coking Coal Industry Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant information provided. Core Viewpoint Yesterday, both the coke and coking coal futures showed a weak downward trend. In terms of coke, the mainstream coke enterprises initiated the first round of price increases on March 23, which is expected to be implemented on April 1. The increase in coking coal prices provides cost support for coke price increases, and port prices fluctuate with futures. On the supply side, coke price adjustments lag behind coking coal, and with the significant increase in chemical product prices offsetting coke losses, coke oven operation has started to increase. On the demand side, steel mills are actively resuming production, pig iron production is increasing, steel prices are rebounding at a low level, and the demand for replenishment is improving but resistant to high-priced raw materials. In terms of inventory, coke plants are reducing inventory, while steel mills and ports are increasing inventory, and the overall inventory is slightly increasing, with the short-term supply and demand of coke basically balanced. In terms of coking coal, the spot coking coal market has cooled down and prices have declined. The demand for replenishment has weakened after price increases, and downstream enterprises with low profits are resistant to high-priced resources. On the supply side, coal mines are gradually resuming production, and coal daily production is gradually increasing. In terms of imports, port inventories continue to accumulate, and customs clearance remains at a high level, with a slight recent decline. On the demand side, steel mills are actively resuming production, pig iron production is increasing, and coke production is also increasing. In terms of inventory, coal washing plants, coke enterprises, steel mills, ports, and ports are all increasing inventory, while coal mines are reducing inventory, and the overall inventory is showing a change of downstream enterprises actively replenishing inventory. Strategically, due to Trump's statement that the war will end soon, which has caused a sharp decline in energy, natural gas, and downstream chemical products, and the continuous conflict affecting macro sentiment, the coking coal spot market has cooled down and prices have declined. The coke futures had fully anticipated the price increase in the early stage and are now expected to peak and decline. It is recommended to wait and see for unilateral trading. The reference range for the coke 2605 contract is 1600 - 1800, and the reference range for the coking coal 2605 contract is 1050 - 1250 [5]. Summary by Directory - **Coke - Related Prices and Spreads**: The prices of coke futures contracts decreased, such as a 3.0% decline in the coke 05 contract price to 1702 yuan/ton. The 05 basis of coke was 52 yuan/ton [5]. - **Coking Coal - Related Prices and Spreads**: The prices of coking coal futures contracts also decreased, with a 5.4% decline in the coking coal 05 contract price to 1149 yuan/ton. The 05 basis of coking coal was 47 yuan/ton [5]. - **Supply**: The daily average coke production of all - sample coking plants increased by 0.5 tons to 64.8 tons, a rise of 0.8%. The raw coal production of Fenwei sample coal mines decreased by 5.6 tons to 875.3 tons, a decline of 0.64%, and the clean coal production decreased by 2.7 tons to 445.9 tons, a decline of 0.6% [5]. - **Demand**: The pig iron production of 247 steel mills increased by 2.9 tons to 231.1 tons, a rise of 1.3%. The daily average coke production of all - sample coking plants increased by 0.5 tons to 64.8 tons, a rise of 0.8% [5]. - **Inventory Change**: The total coke inventory increased by 16.3 tons to 997.8 tons, a rise of 1.7%. The coking coal inventory of all - sample coking plants increased by 42.5 tons to 1047.5 tons, a rise of 4.2%, and the coking coal inventory of 247 steel mills increased by 8.5 tons to 782.4 tons, a rise of 1.1% [5]. Group 4: Silicon Manganese and Silicon Iron Industry Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant information provided. Core Viewpoint Yesterday, both the silicon manganese and silicon iron main contracts declined significantly, mainly due to the repeated geopolitical conflicts and the sharp decline in energy costs such as crude oil and coal. In terms of silicon manganese, the supply decreased continuously last week, and the operating rate has been declining for several weeks. The production pressure in the South is still relatively high, and the loss has decreased compared with the previous period. Only the immediate profit of Inner Mongolia in the northern region is at the break - even point, but the actual profit of manufacturers may be better than the calculation because of the lower - priced ore purchased earlier. In the future, attention should be paid to the implementation of silicon manganese production cuts. On the demand side, pig iron production increased slightly month - on - month, slightly lower than expected. Some steel mills carried out routine maintenance, and the profitability of steel mills improved. Currently, the recovery of terminal demand is slow, and domestic demand is relatively weak. In the future, attention should be paid to the height and sustainability of pig iron production recovery. In terms of cost, the supply and demand of manganese ore may be marginally relaxed in the near future, and the port inventory has begun to increase due to the expected increase in arrivals and contraction in demand. However, due to the continuous geopolitical conflicts, the impact of energy prices on comprehensive costs such as shipping and mining still exists, and the manganese ore price may remain at a high level. Overall, in the short term, the market sentiment is changeable due to international geopolitical conflicts, there is a production cut expectation for silicon manganese, which may reduce the demand for manganese ore. Attention should be paid to the supply change of silicon manganese in April, and the price is expected to fluctuate strongly, with the reference range of 5700 - 6800. In terms of silicon iron, the production decreased slightly last week, and the operating rate in the production areas also declined. Only Inner Mongolia and Ningxia have better profits under the profit recovery of manufacturers, but the losses in Qinghai and Gansu are still serious. On the demand side for steelmaking, pig iron production increased slightly month - on - month, slightly lower than expected. Some steel mills carried out routine maintenance, and the profitability of steel mills improved. Currently, the recovery of terminal demand is slow, and domestic demand is relatively weak. In the future, attention should be paid to the height and sustainability of pig iron production recovery. On the non - steel demand side, the daily production of magnesium ingots is at a relatively high level, and the market sentiment has improved significantly compared with the previous period, and it is not easy to inquire about goods at low prices. The silicon iron export orders are not good, and the cancellation of orders has also weakened. In terms of cost, the price of semi - coke has been slightly adjusted upwards, and attention should be paid to the settlement electricity price change in the production areas in March. There is certain support on the cost side of silicon iron. Looking ahead, in the short term, the market sentiment is changeable due to international geopolitical conflicts. The supply and demand of silicon iron are both increasing, and the cost is affected by coal. However, the current supply growth rate is relatively slow, and the supply and demand are still in balance. Attention should be paid to the subsequent production and cost changes. The short - term price is expected to fluctuate widely, and it is recommended to operate within the range, with the reference range of 5800 - 6200 [6]. Summary by Directory - **Futures and Spot**: The closing prices of the silicon manganese and silicon iron main contracts decreased, with the silicon manganese main contract closing price dropping from 6588 yuan/ton to 6444 yuan/ton, and the silicon iron main contract closing price dropping from 5874 yuan/ton to 5630 yuan/ton. The spot prices of silicon manganese and silicon iron in different regions also changed to varying degrees [6]. - **Cost and Profit**: The production cost of silicon manganese in Inner Mongolia increased slightly by 0.1%, and the production profit decreased by 770.6%. The production cost of silicon iron in Inner Mongolia decreased slightly by 0.1%, and the production profit increased [6]. - **Supply**: The silicon iron production decreased by 0.2 tons to 10.2 tons, a decline of 2.2%. The manganese ore shipment volume decreased by 30.9 tons to 63.8 tons, a decline of 32.6% [6]. - **Demand**: The silicon iron demand decreased by 0.6%, and the silicon manganese demand decreased slightly. The pig iron production of 247 steel mills increased by 2.9 tons to 231.1 tons, a rise of 1.3% [6]. - **Inventory Change**: The silicon iron inventory of 60 sample enterprises decreased by 0.4 tons to 5.5 tons, a decline of 7.5%. The inventory of 63 sample enterprises decreased by 1.2 tons to 37.3 tons, a decline of 3.1% [6].

1. Report Industry Investment Ratings - Not provided in the report 2. Core Views of the Report - The short - term overseas geopolitical situation may continue to suppress the stock index trend, but after a sharp market decline, the possibility of policy support increases, and the further decline space of the stock index is limited [1] - Multiple factors such as allocation demand, loose monetary policy expectations, supply pressure from fiscal efforts, and profit - taking behavior of trading desks lead to the bond market oscillating [1] - Geopolitical factors in the Middle East cause market sentiment to fluctuate, affecting the prices of various commodities, and most commodities show oscillating trends [1] 3. Summary by Industry Macro - finance - **Stock index**: Short - term geopolitical situation suppresses the trend, but the decline space is limited. Pay attention to long - position layout opportunities after the mitigation of geopolitical disturbances in the Middle East [1] - **Bonds**: Oscillate under the influence of multiple factors [1] Non - ferrous metals - **Copper**: Maintain an oscillating trend due to the complex Middle East situation [1] - **Aluminum**: The price rises due to the attack on UAE aluminum industry. Pay attention to low - buying opportunities as Middle East supply disturbances support the price [1] - **Alumina**: The price is supported to rise, but the supply surplus pattern remains unchanged, and the upward space is limited [1] - **Zinc**: With a weak fundamental outlook, it is considered for short - position allocation. The reversal depends on European natural gas prices [1] - **Nickel**: The price may oscillate at a high level due to Indonesia's policy and cost concerns. Operate with short - term low - buying and control risks [1] - **Stainless steel**: Oscillate. Pay attention to demand acceptance and consider short - term low - buying opportunities [1] - **Tin**: Considered relatively strong in the short term due to potential production impact from diesel supply shortages in major producing countries [1] Precious metals and new energy - **Precious metals**: Concerns about stagflation support price rebounds, but geopolitical risks may cause short - term fluctuations, and prices are expected to oscillate within a range [1] - **Platinum and palladium**: Geopolitical news drives price rebounds, but geopolitical escalation and a strong dollar may suppress prices. They are expected to oscillate widely before the Middle East situation is clear [1] - **Industrial silicon**: Supply resumes production, demand is weak, and explicit inventory is being depleted [1] - **Polysilicon**: Faces liquidity risks [1] - **Lithium carbonate**: Entering the de - stocking cycle, with limited total inventory pressure and a certain discount in futures prices, but demand is average [1] Ferrous metals - **Rebar**: Oscillate. Price drivers come from cost support and low futures price valuations [1] - **Hot - rolled coil**: Supply and demand are both strong and in the de - stocking cycle, but inventory is high. Consider an oscillating approach and gradually enter a new round of positive arbitrage positions [1] - **Iron ore**: The price may oscillate at a high level. Avoid chasing highs or lows and operate within a range [1] - **Coking coal**: There may be a rapid and sharp upward correction, but beware of risks from the development of the war. Exit long positions in time if the Strait is navigable [1] - **Coke**: The logic is the same as that of coking coal [1] Agricultural products - **Palm oil, soybean oil, and rapeseed oil**: High crude oil prices and increased US EPA quotas may push up the far - month price center. Pay attention to relevant policies [1] - **Cotton**: Internationally, the global cotton inventory is expected to tighten. Domestically, the price is expected to rise with demand recovery and reduced planting expectations [1] - **Sugar**: Globally, there is a structural surplus. Domestically, the supply is also abundant, and the price is expected to have limited fluctuations with an internal - strong and external - weak pattern [1] - **Corn**: The price is expected to oscillate and correct in the short term, but the correction range is limited [1] - **Soybean**: The May soybean arrival is sufficient, and there is delivery pressure. Wait for the callback to layout long positions in the far - month contracts [1] - **Paper pulp**: The basic situation is weak, and it is expected to oscillate weakly in the short term [1] - **Log**: The price is expected to rise due to the impact of the US - Iran war on the outer - market quotation [1] - **Live pigs**: The spot price is gradually stabilizing, and production capacity needs further release [1] Energy and chemicals - **Fuel oil**: Supply - side production cuts, transportation disruptions, and negotiation news disturbances affect the price [1] - **Asphalt**: The impact of Iranian imports on the domestic market is small, and it is relatively weakly affected in the energy sector [1] - **Natural rubber**: Supported by raw material costs, with positive market sentiment, normal climate in the producing areas, and a relatively high futures - spot price difference [1] - **BR rubber**: Affected by the US - Iran situation, prices rise, and the inventory may turn to de - stocking [1] - **PTA**: Affected by crude oil fluctuations and PX supply shortages, the Asian polyester industry chain may face production decline risks [1] - **Ethylene glycol**: Affected by the Middle East situation, the price rises due to raw material shortages [1] - **Crude oil**: Geopolitical factors drive the price to strengthen, and Northeast Asian refineries face supply shortages [1] - **Styrene**: Supply shortages of ethylene and benzene lead to profit inversion for non - integrated producers, and the supply - side crisis intensifies [1] - **Urea**: Export sentiment eases, and there is limited upward space, but there is support from anti - inversion and cost [1] - **Methanol**: Iranian imports are affected, but domestic production is high and inventory is at a historical high [1] - **PE and PP**: Geopolitical tensions limit raw material supply, and the fundamentals are weak [1] - **PVC**: Future prospects are optimistic as capacity is expected to be cleared, but ethylene - based production faces raw material shortages [1] - **PG**: The price is relatively strong, but the demand side is short - term bearish, and there is a divergence between the domestic and international markets [1] Others - **Container shipping on the European route**: Affected by the war, the price is generally stable, and shipping companies have a strong willingness to raise prices after the off - season in March [1]

Group 1: Report Industry Investment Ratings - No specific industry investment ratings are provided in the reports. Group 2: Core Views of Reports Steel Industry - The steel industry's production has a seasonal rebound, but last week's rebound was slow. Iron - water production increased by 30,000 tons, the output of five major steel products remained stable, and the output of surface - free steel products did not increase significantly. The increase in production might have flowed more to steel billets. Apparent demand rebounded more than production, and inventory continued to decline. Currently, the demand for hot - rolled coils is slightly better than that for rebar, domestic demand expectations are still weak, and export orders are stable. Due to steel mills' production cuts in the first quarter, although demand is weak, inventory reduction is normal, and the supply - demand contradiction is not significant. The upward drive mainly comes from the raw material end. Recently, crude oil has strengthened again, and the expected production cut by BHP has made raw materials stronger, supporting steel prices [1]. Iron Ore Industry - The main iron ore contract oscillated at a high level. Geopolitical games, undecided BHP negotiations, and hot - metal复产 are the main trading focuses. On the supply side, the global iron ore shipment volume decreased significantly compared to the previous period, mainly due to the impact of a super typhoon on the shipments of some ports in Australia. On the demand side, hot - metal output increased slightly but was less than expected, some steel mills carried out rational maintenance, and the profitability rate of steel mills improved. Terminal demand recovery is slow, domestic demand is weak, and steel exports are uncertain. In terms of inventory, both steel mill and port inventories decreased slightly. It is expected that port inventories will either decrease slightly or remain unchanged under the background of a decline in the arrival volume and high - level port clearance [3]. Coke and Coking Coal Industry - Coke futures oscillated. Spot - end mainstream coke enterprises initiated the first price increase after the Chinese New Year on March 23, which is expected to be implemented soon. The increase in coking coal price provides cost support for coke, and port prices fluctuate with futures. On the supply side, coke price adjustment lags behind coking coal, and the sharp increase in chemical product prices makes up for coke losses, leading to an increase in coking plant operations. On the demand side, steel mills are resuming production rapidly, hot - metal output is increasing, steel prices are rebounding at a low level, and restocking demand will pick up in the near future. In terms of inventory, coking plants are reducing inventory, while steel mills and ports are increasing inventory, and the overall inventory is slightly increasing at a medium level, with short - term supply - demand basically balanced. - Coking coal futures oscillated downward. In the spot market, the auction of Shanxi coking coal has cooled down, and Mongolian coal prices fluctuate with futures. After the price increase, restocking demand has weakened. On the supply side, coal mines are resuming production, and daily coal production is gradually increasing; in terms of imported coal, port inventory accumulation has slowed down, and after the resumption of customs clearance, it has remained at a relatively high level, with a slight decline in customs clearance last week. On the demand side, steel mills are actively resuming production, hot - metal output is increasing, coking production is increasing synchronously, and the first - round price increase expectation for coke is expected to be implemented soon. In terms of inventory, coal washing plants, coke enterprises, steel mills, ports, and ports are all increasing inventory, while coal mines are reducing inventory, and the overall inventory is showing downstream active restocking changes [5]. Ferrosilicon and Ferromanganese Industry - Ferrosilicon futures oscillated moderately. The Shaanxi Shenmu ferrosilicon plant is overhauling a 40,500 kva ferrosilicon furnace, and the overhaul duration is uncertain. Last week, ferrosilicon production decreased slightly, and the operating rate also declined. Only Inner Mongolia and Ningxia have good profits, while Qinghai and Gansu still have serious losses. In terms of demand, hot - metal output increased slightly but was less than expected. Terminal demand recovery is slow, domestic demand is weak, and steel exports are uncertain. Ferrosilicon export orders are poor, and inquiries have weakened. The cost of ferrosilicon is supported to some extent. In the short term, affected by international geopolitical conflicts, market sentiment is changeable, ferrosilicon supply and demand both increase, and the cost is affected by coal, but the supply growth rate is slow, and the supply is still in a tight balance. The short - term price is expected to fluctuate widely, and it is recommended to operate within the range of 5,800 - 6,200. - Ferromanganese futures strengthened slightly, mainly boosted by production - cut news. In March, more manufacturers jointly cut production, and alloy plants in Inner Mongolia and other places began to implement production cuts. In the spot market, the steelmaking procurement price of East China steel plants is 6,670 yuan/ton. After the production cuts are implemented, the spot price increases, and traders are eager to follow the price increase. Last week, ferromanganese supply continued to decline, and the operating rate has declined for several consecutive weeks, with a joint production - cut expectation in April. The production pressure in the South is still high, and the loss has decreased. Only Inner Mongolia in the North is on the verge of profit and loss, but the manganese ore cost of manufacturers is mostly from previously low - priced ores, so the actual profit is better. In terms of demand, hot - metal output increased slightly but was less than expected. Terminal demand recovery is slow, domestic demand is weak, and steel exports are uncertain. Recently, the port inventory of manganese ore has increased, but due to the increase in overseas energy costs, the price of manganese ore is expected to remain high. In the short term, affected by international geopolitical conflicts, market sentiment is changeable, and there is a production - cut expectation for ferromanganese. It is expected that the price will oscillate strongly, and the range is 5,700 - 6,800 [6]. Group 3: Summaries by Relevant Catalogs Steel Industry Steel Prices and Spreads - Rebar spot prices in East, North, and South China increased by 10 - 20 yuan/ton compared to the previous day. Rebar futures prices for 05, 10, and 01 contracts increased. Hot - rolled coil spot prices in East and North China increased by 0 - 10 yuan/ton, and in South China by 20 yuan/ton. Hot - rolled coil futures prices for 05, 10, and 01 contracts also increased [1]. Cost and Profit - Steel billet price increased by 20 yuan/ton, and slab price remained unchanged. The cost of Jiangsu electric - furnace rebar and converter rebar decreased by 15 yuan/ton. The profits of East and North China hot - rolled coils and rebar decreased, while the profit of South China rebar decreased by 12 yuan/ton [1]. Production - Daily average hot - metal output increased by 3.1 tons to 231.1 tons, a 1.4% increase. The output of five major steel products decreased slightly by 0.2 tons to 839.6 tons, a 0.0% change. Rebar output decreased by 5.5 tons to 197.9 tons, a 2.7% decrease, with electric - furnace output decreasing by 1.5 tons and converter output decreasing by 4.0 tons. Hot - rolled coil output increased by 5.4 tons to 305.6 tons, a 1.8% increase [1]. Inventory - The inventory of five major steel products decreased by 48.4 tons to 1,897.8 tons, a 2.5% decrease. Rebar inventory decreased by 27.5 tons to 861.9 tons, a 3.1% decrease. Hot - rolled coil inventory decreased by 8.0 tons to 453.3 tons, a 1.7% decrease [1]. Transaction and Demand - Building material trading volume increased by 1.0 tons to 10.4 tons, a 10.4% increase. The apparent demand for five major steel products increased by 19.5 tons to 888.0 tons, a 2.2% increase. The apparent demand for rebar increased by 17.3 tons to 225.4 tons, an 8.3% increase. The apparent demand for hot - rolled coils increased by 3.1 tons to 313.6 tons, a 1.0% increase [1]. Iron Ore Industry Futures - The warehouse - receipt costs of various iron ore powders increased slightly by 0.1%. The 05 - contract basis of various powders also increased slightly. The 5 - 9 spread decreased by 2.0 yuan/ton to 22.0 yuan/ton, a - 8.3% change, and the 9 - 1 spread increased by 1.0 yuan/ton to 19.5 yuan/ton, a 5.4% increase [3]. Spot Prices and Price Indexes - Spot prices of various iron ores in Rizhao Port increased slightly by about 0.1%. The Singapore Exchange 62% Fe swap price remained unchanged [3]. Supply - The global iron ore shipment volume decreased by 671.9 tons to 2,472.4 tons, a 21.4% decrease. The national monthly import volume decreased by 2,200.9 tons to 9,763.8 tons, an 18.4% decrease. The 45 - port arrival volume increased by 154.7 tons to 2,426.3 tons, a 6.8% increase, and the 45 - port daily average clearance volume decreased by 7.8 tons to 313.2 tons, a 2.4% decrease [3]. Demand - The daily average hot - metal output of 247 steel mills increased by 2.9 tons to 231.1 tons, a 1.3% increase [3]. Inventory - The inventory of 247 steel mills' imported iron ore decreased by 55.5 tons to 8,978.6 tons, a 0.6% decrease [3]. Coke and Coking Coal Industry Coke - Related Prices and Spreads - The prices of Shanxi first - class wet - quenched coke and Rizhao Port quasi - first - class wet - quenched coke remained unchanged. Coke futures prices for 05 and 09 contracts increased slightly by 0.1%. The 05 and 09 basis decreased [5]. Coking Coal - Related Prices and Spreads - The price of Shanxi medium - sulfur primary coking coal remained unchanged, while the price of Mongolian 5 raw coal decreased by 19 yuan/ton, a 1.4% decrease. Coking coal futures prices for 05 and 09 contracts decreased slightly. The 05 and 09 basis decreased [5]. Supply - The daily average output of all - sample coking plants increased by 0.5 tons to 64.8 tons, a 0.8% increase, and the daily average output of 247 steel mills remained unchanged. The raw coal output of sample coal mines decreased by 5.6 tons to 875.3 tons, a 0.6% decrease, and the clean coal output decreased by 2.7 tons to 445.9 tons, a 0.6% decrease [5]. Demand - The hot - metal output of 247 steel mills increased by 2.9 tons to 231.1 tons, a 1.3% increase [5]. Inventory - Coke total inventory increased by 16.3 tons to 997.8 tons, a 1.7% increase. The inventory of all - sample coking plants decreased by 4.2 tons to 90.1 tons, a 4.4% decrease, and the inventory of 247 steel mills increased by 3.5 tons to 691.7 tons, a 0.5% increase. Coking coal inventory in Fenxi coal mines decreased by 11.0 tons to 97.2 tons, a 10.2% decrease, and the inventory of all - sample coking plants increased by 42.5 tons to 1,047.5 tons, a 4.2% increase [5]. Ferrosilicon and Ferromanganese Industry Futures and Spot - Ferrosilicon and ferromanganese futures prices increased. Spot prices of ferrosilicon and ferromanganese in various regions also increased to different degrees [6]. Cost and Profit - The production cost of ferrosilicon in Inner Mongolia, Qinghai, and Ningxia decreased slightly, and the production profit in Inner Mongolia and Ningxia increased. The production cost of ferromanganese in Inner Mongolia and Guangxi increased slightly [6]. Supply - Ferrosilicon production decreased by 0.2 tons to 10.2 tons, a 2.2% decrease, and the operating rate decreased by 1.0 to 27.3%. Ferromanganese production decreased by 0.5 tons to 19.2 tons, a 2.3% decrease, and the operating rate decreased by 4.1 to 32.0% [6]. Demand - Ferrosilicon demand remained unchanged at 1.9 tons, and ferromanganese demand decreased by 0.1 tons to 12.0 tons. The daily average hot - metal output of 247 steel mills increased by 2.9 tons to 231.1 tons, a 1.3% increase [6]. Inventory - The inventory of 60 sample ferrosilicon enterprises decreased by 0.4 tons to 5.5 tons, a 7.5% decrease, and the inventory of 63 sample ferromanganese enterprises decreased by 1.2 tons to 37.3 tons, a 3.1% decrease [6].

Report Industry Investment Ratings - No investment ratings are provided in the reports. Core Views Steel Industry - Steel prices have declined from their highs. After the holiday, the supply - demand situation in the steel industry has seasonally recovered. Supply in the first quarter decreased year - on - year, and production is expected to rise to a high by the end of April. Demand is rising but the peak has not been reached. Domestic demand is expected to decline year - on - year, and exports will remain flat. Although demand has decreased, production has also been cut, and the inventory drawdown rate after the holiday is acceptable. The key is to focus on the height of the recovery in apparent demand. If the hot metal output rises above 2.4 million tons, there may be inventory accumulation pressure in the off - season. Recently, supply and demand are basically balanced, and the price of steel is expected to fluctuate around 3150 for rebar and 3200 for hot - rolled coils [1]. Iron Ore Industry - Geopolitical games, the undetermined BHP - CMMC negotiation, and hot metal复产 are the key trading factors for iron ore. Supply has increased slightly, but Australian shipments may decline in the short term due to a typhoon. Demand has increased slightly, but it is slightly lower than expected. Steel mill profitability has improved. Terminal demand recovery is slow, and domestic demand is weak. Steel exports are uncertain. Inventories at steel mills and ports have decreased slightly. In the short term, the main iron ore contract is expected to oscillate between 780 - 830 [4]. Coke and Coking Coal Industry - Coke futures rose and then fell last week. Spot prices are expected to increase on April 1st. Supply has increased after the Two Sessions, and demand has recovered with the increase in hot metal output. Overall inventory is slightly above the middle level, and supply and demand are basically balanced in the short term. It is recommended to go long on coke 2605 contracts at low prices, with a reference range of 1650 - 1850, and the arbitrage strategy is to go long on coking coal and short on coke. Coking coal futures rose last week. Spot prices are rising. Supply has increased as mines resume production, and demand has recovered. Inventories in downstream sectors are increasing. It is recommended to go long on coking coal 2605 contracts at low prices, with a reference range of 1150 - 1350, and the arbitrage strategy is also to go long on coking coal and short on coke [6]. Ferrosilicon and Silicomanganese Industry - For ferrosilicon, production has decreased slightly, and the start - up rate has declined. Factory profits are recovering but vary. Steel demand is rising slightly, and non - steel demand is improving. Exports are weak. Cost is expected to rise. The price is expected to fluctuate widely, and it is recommended to operate within the range of 5800 - 6200. For silicomanganese, supply has continued to decline, and there is an expected joint production cut in April. Demand is rising slightly. Cost is pushing up the price. The price is expected to oscillate strongly, with a reference range of 5700 - 6800 [7]. Summary by Directory Steel Industry Steel Prices and Spreads - Rebar and hot - rolled coil spot and futures prices in different regions have shown various changes, with some prices remaining stable, some decreasing slightly [1]. Cost and Profit - Steel billet prices have decreased by 20 yuan/ton, and some production costs have decreased. Profits in different regions and varieties have also changed, with some increasing and some still in the red [1]. Supply - Daily hot metal output has increased by 7.0 to 228.2 tons, a 3.1% increase. Total output of five major steel products has decreased slightly by 0.2 to 839.6 tons, a 0.0% change. Rebar production has decreased by 5.5 to 197.9 tons, a 2.7% decrease, while hot - rolled coil production has increased by 5.4 to 305.6 tons, a 1.8% increase [1]. Inventory - Total inventory of five major steel products has decreased by 48.4 to 1897.8 tons, a 2.5% decrease. Rebar inventory has decreased by 27.5 to 861.9 tons, a 3.1% decrease, and hot - rolled coil inventory has decreased by 8.0 to 453.3 tons, a 1.7% decrease [1]. Transaction and Demand - Building material trading volume has increased by 0.5 to 9.4 tons, a 5.9% increase. Apparent demand for five major steel products has increased by 19.5 to 888.0 tons, a 2.2% increase. Apparent demand for rebar has increased by 17.3 to 225.4 tons, an 8.3% increase, and for hot - rolled coil, it has increased by 3.1 to 313.6 tons, a 1.0% increase [1]. Iron Ore Industry Futures - Warehouse receipt costs of various iron ore powders have decreased, and basis and spreads have also changed [4]. Spot Prices and Price Indexes - Spot prices of iron ore at Rizhao Port have decreased slightly [4]. Supply - The 45 - port arrival volume has increased by 56.6 to 2271.6 tons, a 2.6% increase. Global shipments have increased by 95.5 to 3144.3 tons, a 3.1% increase. Monthly national imports have decreased by 2200.9 to 9763.8 tons, an 18.4% decrease [4]. Demand - The average daily hot metal output of 247 steel mills has increased by 2.9 to 231.1 tons, a 1.3% increase. The 45 - port average daily dispatch volume has decreased by 7.8 to 313.2 tons, a 2.4% decrease. Monthly national pig iron and crude steel production have both decreased to 0 [4]. Inventory - The 45 - port inventory has decreased by 98.1 to 17000.31 tons, a 0.6% decrease. The imported ore inventory of 247 steel mills has decreased by 55.5 to 8978.6 tons, a 0.6% decrease [4]. Coke and Coking Coal Industry Prices and Spreads - Coke and coking coal futures and spot prices have shown various changes, with some prices remaining stable and some decreasing slightly. Coking coal prices in some regions have decreased [6]. Supply - Coke production has increased slightly, and coking coal production has decreased slightly [6]. Demand - Hot metal output has increased by 2.9 to 231.1 tons, a 1.3% increase, driving the demand for coke [6]. Inventory - Coke inventory has increased slightly, with different changes in different sectors. Coking coal inventory in downstream sectors has increased [6]. Ferrosilicon and Silicomanganese Industry Futures and Spot - Ferrosilicon and silicomanganese futures prices have increased, while some spot prices have decreased [7]. Cost and Profit - Production costs in some regions have changed, and production profits have also shown different trends [7]. Supply - Ferrosilicon production and start - up rate have decreased, and silicomanganese supply has continued to decline [7]. Demand - Steel demand is rising slightly, and non - steel demand for ferrosilicon is improving [7]. Inventory - Ferrosilicon and silicomanganese inventories have decreased slightly [7].

1. Report Industry Investment Ratings - There is no information about industry investment ratings in the provided reports. 2. Core Views of the Reports Steel Industry - The steel industry's production has a seasonal rebound this week, but the increase is slow. The iron - water output has increased by 30,000 tons, and the output of the five major steel products remains stable. The apparent demand has increased more than the output, and the inventory is decreasing. The demand for hot - rolled coils is slightly better than that for rebar, and the domestic demand expectation is still weak, while the export orders remain stable. Affected by the steel mills' production cuts in the first quarter, although the demand is weak, the inventory reduction is normal, and the supply - demand contradiction is not significant. However, it lacks upward driving force, and the upward driving force mainly comes from the raw material end. Recently, the strengthening of crude oil may affect the trend of ferrous metals. It is expected that rebar and hot - rolled coils will fluctuate around 3,150 and 3,200 respectively [1]. Iron Ore Industry - The main iron ore contract rose slightly yesterday, mainly affected by news. Geopolitical games, the undetermined negotiation between BHP and Chinese mines, and the resumption of iron - water production are the focus of future iron ore trading. Fundamentally, the global iron ore shipment volume has increased slightly this period, the Australian shipment volume continues to rise, and BHP's shipment has dropped to a historical low. A super typhoon in Australia may cause a short - term decline in iron ore shipments, but subsequent replenishment is possible. On the demand side, the iron - water output has increased slightly, slightly lower than expected, and some steel mills have carried out rational maintenance, with the profitability of steel mills improving. Currently, the terminal demand recovery is slow, domestic demand is relatively weak, and steel exports are uncertain. In terms of inventory, both steel mill and port inventories have decreased slightly. It is expected that the port inventory will either decrease slightly or remain unchanged. In the short term, the main iron ore contract will fluctuate at a high level, with the reference range of 780 - 830 [4]. Coke and Coking Coal Industry - The coke futures showed a high - level decline trend yesterday. The mainstream coke enterprises initiated the first round of price increase after the Spring Festival on March 23, which is expected to be successfully implemented. The increase in coking coal prices provides cost support for coke price increases, and port prices fluctuate with futures. On the supply side, coke price adjustments lag behind coking coal, and the increase in chemical production prices makes up for coke losses. After the Two Sessions, the coking start - up rate has increased. On the demand side, after the Two Sessions, the steel mill production restrictions were lifted, iron - water output increased, steel prices rebounded at a low level, and the replenishment demand will gradually recover later. In terms of inventory, coking plants are reducing inventory, while steel mills and ports are increasing inventory, and the overall inventory is slightly increasing, with the short - term supply and demand of coke basically balanced. It is recommended to go long on the coke 2605 contract at low prices, with the reference range of 1,650 - 1,850, and for arbitrage, go long on coking coal and short on coke. - The coking coal futures also showed a high - level decline trend yesterday. The spot auction prices in Shanxi have turned into a general increase pattern, and Mongolian coal quotes fluctuate with futures. After the festival, the replenishment demand is gradually warming up. On the supply side, coal mines are gradually resuming production, and the daily coal output is increasing; in terms of imported coal, the port inventory is slowing down and remains at a relatively high level after the resumption of customs clearance. On the demand side, after the Two Sessions, the steel mill production restrictions were lifted, iron - water output increased, coking production increased synchronously, and with the cost increase, coke prices are expected to bottom out and rebound. In terms of inventory, washing plants, coking enterprises, steel mills, ports, and ports are all increasing inventory, while coal mines are reducing inventory, and the overall inventory shows a change of downstream active replenishment. It is recommended to go long on the coking coal 2605 contract at low prices, with the reference range of 1,150 - 1,350, and for arbitrage, go long on coking coal and short on coke [6]. Ferrosilicon and Ferromanganese Industry - The main ferrosilicon contract oscillated weakly recently. Geopolitical conflicts, coal prices, and supply growth rate jointly affect ferrosilicon prices. Fundamentally, ferrosilicon production has decreased slightly, the start - up rate in production areas has also declined, and the resumption of production is lower than expected. The manufacturer's profit has improved. In terms of steel demand, the iron - water output has increased slightly, slightly lower than expected, and some steel mills have carried out rational maintenance, with the profitability of steel mills improving. Currently, the terminal demand recovery is slow, domestic demand is relatively weak, and steel exports are uncertain. In terms of non - steel demand, the daily output of magnesium alloy is at a relatively high level and has increased. The ferrosilicon export has weakened, but the export profit has improved. In terms of cost, the price of semi - coke may rise. In the short term, due to the complex international geopolitical situation, the supply and demand of ferrosilicon both increase, but the supply growth rate is lower than expected, and the supply - demand is still in a tight balance. It is recommended to wait and see, and try to long ferrosilicon and short ferromanganese for price difference repair. - The main ferromanganese contract fluctuated widely. Hebei Iron and Steel Group released a new round of steel procurement, and CML announced the May quotation to China. Fundamentally, the ferromanganese supply continues to decline, the start - up rate has declined for several consecutive weeks, and the joint production reduction of manufacturers may be in progress. The production pressure in the south is still relatively large, and the electricity price subsidy in Yunnan has led to some resumption of production; there will be new production capacity of ferromanganese plants in the second quarter. In terms of demand, the iron - water output has increased slightly, slightly lower than expected, and some steel mills have carried out rational maintenance, with the profitability of steel mills improving. Currently, the terminal demand recovery is slow, domestic demand is relatively weak, and steel exports are uncertain. In terms of cost, the import of manganese ore is in a tight balance, and factors such as the resumption of downstream ferromanganese production and increased shipping costs boost prices. It is expected that the price will fluctuate widely, with the reference range of 5,700 - 6,800 [7]. 3. Summaries According to Relevant Catalogs Steel Industry Steel Prices and Spreads - Rebar spot prices in East China, North China, and South China are 3,230 yuan/ton, 3,200 yuan/ton, and 3,300 yuan/ton respectively, with price changes of - 10 yuan/ton, 0 yuan/ton, and 0 yuan/ton. The 05, 10, and 01 contracts of rebar are 3,132 yuan/ton, 3,162 yuan/ton, and 3,184 yuan/ton respectively, with price changes of - 4 yuan/ton, - 4 yuan/ton, and - 2 yuan/ton. - Hot - rolled coil spot prices in East China, North China, and South China are 3,290 yuan/ton, 3,240 yuan/ton, and 3,300 yuan/ton respectively, with price changes of 0 yuan/ton, - 10 yuan/ton, and 0 yuan/ton. The 05, 10, and 01 contracts of hot - rolled coils are 3,313 yuan/ton, 3,322 yuan/ton, and 3,321 yuan/ton respectively, with price changes of - 8 yuan/ton, - 9 yuan/ton, and - 4 yuan/ton [1]. Cost and Profit - The steel billet price is 2,980 yuan/ton, and the slab price is 3,730 yuan/ton, both unchanged. The cost of electric - arc furnace rebar in Jiangsu is 3,262 yuan/ton, and the cost of converter rebar is 3,174 yuan/ton, both unchanged. The profits of rebar in East China, North China, and South China are - 21 yuan/ton, - 51 yuan/ton, and 199 yuan/ton respectively, with changes of - 21 yuan/ton, - 21 yuan/ton, and - 11 yuan/ton. The profits of hot - rolled coils in East China, North China, and South China are - 21 yuan/ton, - 11 yuan/ton, and 49 yuan/ton respectively, with changes of - 21 yuan/ton, - 11 yuan/ton, and - 11 yuan/ton [1]. Production and Inventory - The daily average iron - water output is 228.2 tons, an increase of 7.0 tons or 3.1% compared with the previous value. The output of the five major steel products is 839.6 tons, a decrease of 0.2 tons or 0.0% compared with the previous value. The rebar output is 197.9 tons, a decrease of 5.5 tons or - 2.7% compared with the previous value, including an electric - arc furnace output of 32.7 tons, a decrease of 1.5 tons or - 4.3%, and a converter output of 165.2 tons, a decrease of 4.0 tons or - 2.4%. The hot - rolled coil output is 305.6 tons, an increase of 5.4 tons or 1.8% compared with the previous value. - The inventory of the five major steel products is 1,897.8 tons, a decrease of 48.4 tons or - 2.5% compared with the previous value. The rebar inventory is 861.9 tons, a decrease of 27.5 tons or - 3.1% compared with the previous value. The hot - rolled coil inventory is 453.3 tons, a decrease of 8.0 tons or - 1.7% compared with the previous value [1]. Transaction and Demand - The building materials trading volume is 8.9 tons, an increase of 0.3 tons or 4.0% compared with the previous value. The apparent demand for the five major steel products is 888.0 tons, an increase of 19.5 tons or 2.2% compared with the previous value. The apparent demand for rebar is 225.4 tons, an increase of 17.3 tons or 8.3% compared with the previous value. The apparent demand for hot - rolled coils is 313.6 tons, an increase of 3.1 tons or 1.0% compared with the previous value [1]. Iron Ore Industry Iron Ore - Related Prices and Spreads - The warehouse - receipt costs of Carajás fines, PB fines, Brazilian mixed fines, and Jinbuba fines are 927.5 yuan/ton, 846.8 yuan/ton, 847.4 yuan/ton, and 884.0 yuan/ton respectively, with price increases of 7.6 yuan/ton, 7.7 yuan/ton, 7.6 yuan/ton, and 7.6 yuan/ton, and increases of 0.8%, 0.9%, 0.9%, and 0.9% respectively. - The 05 - contract basis of Carajás fines, PB fines, Brazilian mixed fines, and Jinbuba fines are 110.5 yuan/ton, 29.8 yuan/ton, 30.4 yuan/ton, and 67.0 yuan/ton respectively, with price changes of - 2.9 yuan/ton, - 2.8 yuan/ton, - 2.9 yuan/ton, and - 2.9 yuan/ton, and changes of - 2.5%, - 8.6%, - 8.8%, and - 4.1% respectively. The 5 - 9 spread is 29.5 yuan/ton, an increase of 0.5 yuan/ton or 1.7%. The 9 - 1 spread is 20.0 yuan/ton, a decrease of 0.5 yuan/ton or - 2.4% [4]. Supply - The 45 - port arrival volume (weekly) is 2,271.6 tons, an increase of 56.6 tons or 2.6% compared with the previous value. The global shipment volume (weekly) is 3,144.3 tons, an increase of 95.5 tons or 3.1% compared with the previous value. The national monthly import volume is 9,763.8 tons, a decrease of 2,200.9 tons or - 18.4% compared with the previous value [4]. Demand - The daily average iron - water output of 247 steel mills (weekly) is 228.2 tons, an increase of 7.0 tons or 3.1% compared with the previous value. The 45 - port daily average desilting volume (weekly) is 321.0 tons, an increase of 3.1 tons or 1.0% compared with the previous value. The national monthly pig iron output is 0.0 tons, a decrease of 6,072.2 tons or - 100.0% compared with the previous value. The national monthly crude steel output is 0.0 tons, a decrease of 6,817.7 tons or - 100.0% compared with the previous value [4]. Inventory Changes - The 45 - port inventory is 17,098.40 tons, a decrease of 89.1 tons or - 0.5% compared with the previous value. The imported ore inventory of 247 steel mills (weekly) is 9,034.1 tons, an increase of 105.0 tons or 1.2% compared with the previous value. The inventory available days of 64 steel mills (weekly) is 23.0 days, an increase of 2.0 days or 9.5% compared with the previous value [4]. Coke and Coking Coal Industry Coke - Related Prices and Spreads - The price of first - grade wet - quenched coke in Shanxi (warehouse - receipt) is 1,681 yuan/ton, unchanged. The price of quasi - first - grade wet - quenched coke in Rizhao Port (warehouse - receipt) is 1,767 yuan/ton, an increase of 11 yuan/ton or 0.6%. The 05 contract of coke is 1,761 yuan/ton, a decrease of 15 yuan/ton or - 0.8%. The 09 contract of coke is 1,846 yuan/ton, a decrease of 19 yuan/ton or - 1.0%. The steel - union coking profit (weekly) is 0 yuan/ton, a decrease of 17 yuan/ton [6]. Coking Coal - Related Prices and Spreads - The price of medium - sulfur primary coking coal in Shanxi (warehouse - receipt) is 1,330 yuan/ton, unchanged. The price of Mongolian No. 5 raw coal (warehouse - receipt) is 1,333 yuan/ton, unchanged. The 05 contract of coking coal is 1,230 yuan/ton, a decrease of 11 yuan/ton or - 0.9%. The 09 contract of coking coal is 1,369 yuan/ton, a decrease of 9 yuan/ton or - 0.7%. The sample coal mine profit (weekly) is 552 yuan/ton, an increase of 57 yuan/ton or 11.5% [6]. Supply and Demand - The daily average output of all - sample coking plants is 64.8 tons, an increase of 0.5 tons or 0.8% compared with the previous value. The daily average output of 247 steel mills is 47.3 tons, unchanged. The iron - water output of 247 steel mills is 231.1 tons, an increase of 2.9 tons or 1.3% compared with the previous value [6]. Inventory Changes - The total coke inventory is 997.8 tons, an increase of 16.3 tons or 1.7% compared with the previous value. The coke inventory of all - sample coking plants is 90.1 tons, a decrease of 4.2 tons or - 4.4% compared with the previous value. The coke inventory of 247 steel mills is 691.7 tons, an increase of 3.5 tons or 0.5% compared with the previous value. The port inventory is 216.1 tons, an increase of 17.0 tons or 8.5% compared with the previous value. - The coking coal inventory of Fenxi Coal Mine's cleaned coal is 97.2 tons, a decrease of 11.0 tons or - 10.2% compared with the previous value. The coking coal inventory of all - sample coking plants is 1,047.5 tons, an increase of 42.5 tons or 4.2% compared with the previous value. The coking coal inventory of 247 steel mills is 782.4 tons, an increase of 8.5

1. Report Industry Investment Ratings - No information about industry investment ratings is provided in the reports. 2. Core Views Steel Industry - The short - term contradiction in the steel industry is not significant, but it lacks upward driving force on its own. The upward driving force mainly comes from the raw material end. The steel price has risen to the upper edge of the range, with rebar and hot - rolled coil rising to 3131 yuan and 3311 yuan respectively. It is necessary to pay attention to the conduction of crude oil and natural gas to coking coal prices, which affects the price fluctuations of ferrous metals. The year - on - year comparison shows that due to the environmental protection production restrictions in March, the production from January to March decreased year - on - year, and the supply and demand were basically balanced, with the demand for hot - rolled coil better than that for rebar. The raw materials support the steel price [1]. Iron Ore Industry - The main iron ore contract fluctuated at a high level in the short term. The geopolitical conflict game intensified, the negotiation between BHP and Chinese mines, and the resumption of iron - making production are the trading focuses. The supply side shows that the global iron ore shipment volume increased slightly, the Australian shipment volume continued to rise, and the BHP shipment volume decreased to a historically low level. The demand side shows that the iron - making production increased significantly, but the terminal demand recovery is slow, and the domestic demand is relatively weak. The inventory of steel mills increased, and the port inventory decreased slightly [3]. Coke and Coking Coal Industry - For coke, the price has a bottom - building and rebound expectation. The supply side shows that the coke price adjustment lags behind coking coal, and the coking production starts to increase after the two sessions. The demand side shows that the iron - making production increases, and the restocking demand will gradually recover. The inventory is slightly increased at a medium level, and the supply and demand are basically balanced in the short term. For coking coal, the geopolitical conflict supports the coking coal price, and the spot reaction lags. It is recommended to go long on the coke 2605 contract at a low price, with the range of 1700 - 1900, and the arbitrage strategy is to go long on coking coal and short on coke. It is also recommended to go long on the coking coal 2605 contract at a low price, with the range of 1150 - 1350 [5]. Ferrosilicon and Ferromanganese Industry - For ferrosilicon, the production increased slightly, the profit of manufacturers improved, and the supply is expected to continue to grow. The iron - making demand increased significantly, and the non - steel demand is also at a relatively high level. The cost is supported by coal prices. The price is expected to fluctuate widely in the short term, and it is recommended to wait and see, or try to long ferrosilicon and short ferromanganese to repair the price difference. For ferromanganese, the supply decreased slightly, the manganese ore spot is strong, and the cost is pushed up. The price is expected to fluctuate widely in the range of 5700 - 6800 [6]. 3. Summary by Directory Steel Industry Steel Prices and Spreads - Rebar spot prices in East China, North China, and South China are 3230 yuan/ton, 3200 yuan/ton, and 3300 yuan/ton respectively. The 05, 10, and 01 contracts are 3132 yuan/ton, 3162 yuan/ton, and 3184 yuan/ton respectively. Hot - rolled coil spot prices in East China, North China, and South China are 3290 yuan/ton, 3240 yuan/ton, and 3300 yuan/ton respectively. The 05, 10, and 01 contracts are 3313 yuan/ton, 3322 yuan/ton, and 3321 yuan/ton respectively [1]. Cost and Profit - The cost of Jiangsu electric - furnace rebar is 3264 yuan/ton, and the cost of Jiangsu converter rebar is 3184 yuan/ton. The profit of East China hot - rolled coil is 61 yuan/ton, and the profit of North China hot - rolled coil is 1 yuan/ton [1]. Production and Inventory - The daily average iron - making production is 228.2 tons, a 3.1% increase. The production of five major steel products is 839.8 tons, a 2.3% increase. The rebar production is 203.3 tons, a 4.1% increase. The inventory of five major steel products is 1946.2 tons, a 1.5% decrease. The rebar inventory is 894.2 tons, a 0.5% decrease. The hot - rolled coil inventory is 461.3 tons, a 2.2% decrease [1]. Transaction and Demand - The building materials trading volume is 8.6 tons, an 8.4% decrease. The apparent demand for five major steel products is 798.1 tons, an 8.8% increase. The apparent demand for rebar is 208.1 tons, a 17.7% increase. The apparent demand for hot - rolled coil is 310.5 tons, a 5.1% increase [1]. Iron Ore Industry Iron Ore Prices and Spreads - The warehouse - receipt costs of Karara powder, PB powder, Brazilian mixed powder, and Jinbuba powder are 861.6 yuan/ton, 854.5 yuan/ton, 858.2 yuan/ton, and 891.6 yuan/ton respectively. The 05 - contract basis of these four types of iron ore is 113.3 yuan/ton, 32.6 yuan/ton, 33.3 yuan/ton, and 69.9 yuan/ton respectively. The 5 - 9 spread is 29.0 yuan/ton, and the 9 - 1 spread is 20.5 yuan/ton [3]. Supply - The 45 - port arrival volume is 2271.6 tons, a 2.6% increase. The global shipment volume is 3144.3 tons, a 3.1% increase. The national monthly import volume is 9763.8 tons, an 18.4% decrease [3]. Demand - The daily average iron - making production of 247 steel mills is 228.2 tons, a 3.1% increase. The 45 - port daily average desilting volume is 321.0 tons, a 1.0% increase. The national monthly pig - iron production is 0.0 tons, a 100.0% decrease. The national monthly crude - steel production is 0.0 tons, a 100.0% decrease [3]. Inventory - The 45 - port inventory is 17098.40 tons, a 0.5% decrease. The imported iron - ore inventory of 247 steel mills is 9034.1 tons, a 1.2% increase. The inventory available days of 64 steel mills is 21.0 days, an 8.7% decrease [3]. Coke and Coking Coal Industry Coke and Coking Coal Prices and Spreads - The price of Shanxi first - grade wet - quenched coke (warehouse - receipt) is 1681 yuan/ton, and the price of Rizhao Port quasi - first - grade wet - quenched coke (warehouse - receipt) is 1756 yuan/ton. The 05 - contract price of coke is 1776 yuan/ton, and the 09 - contract price is 1865 yuan/ton. The price of Shanxi medium - sulfur primary coking coal (warehouse - receipt) is 1330 yuan/ton, and the price of Mongolian No. 5 raw coal (warehouse - receipt) is 1333 yuan/ton. The 05 - contract price of coking coal is 1241 yuan/ton, and the 09 - contract price is 1378 yuan/ton [5]. Supply - The daily average production of all - sample coking plants is 64.2 tons, a 0.5% increase. The daily average production of 247 steel mills is 47.3 tons, a 0.7% increase. The raw - coal production is 6088 tons, a 0.8% increase [5]. Demand - The iron - making production of 247 steel mills is 228.2 tons, a 3.1% increase. The daily average production of all - sample coking plants is 64.2 tons, a 0.5% increase [5]. Inventory - The total coke inventory is 981.5 tons, a 0.3% decrease. The coke inventory of all - sample coking plants is 94.2 tons, a 6.2% decrease. The coke inventory of 247 steel mills is 688.2 tons, a 0.1% increase. The coking - coal inventory of all - sample coking plants is 1005.0 tons, a 3.7% increase. The coking - coal inventory of 247 steel mills is 773.9 tons, a 0.5% decrease [5]. Ferrosilicon and Ferromanganese Industry Futures and Spot Prices - The closing price of the ferrosilicon main contract is 6088.0 yuan/ton, and the closing price of the ferromanganese main contract is 6492.0 yuan/ton. The spot prices of ferrosilicon in Inner Mongolia, Qinghai, Ningxia, and Gansu are 5630.0 yuan/ton, 5600.0 yuan/ton, 5600.0 yuan/ton, and 5600.0 yuan/ton respectively. The spot prices of ferromanganese in Inner Mongolia, Guangxi, Ningxia, and Guizhou are 6150.0 yuan/ton, 6200.0 yuan/ton, 6050.0 yuan/ton, and 6150.0 yuan/ton respectively [6]. Cost and Profit - The production cost of ferrosilicon in Inner Mongolia is 6336.8 yuan/ton, and the production profit is - 39.9 yuan/ton. The production cost of ferromanganese in Inner Mongolia is 5494.0 yuan/ton, and the production profit is 136.0 yuan/ton [6]. Supply - The ferrosilicon production is 10.4 tons, a 7.2% increase. The ferromanganese production decreased slightly, and the manganese - ore shipment volume is 94.7 tons, a 54.5% increase [6]. Demand - The ferrosilicon demand is 1.9 tons, a 2.94% increase. The iron - making production of 247 steel mills is 228.2 tons, a 3.14% increase [6]. Inventory - The ferrosilicon inventory of 60 sample enterprises is 5.9 tons, a 2.9% decrease. The inventory of 63 sample enterprises is 38.5 tons, a 2.4% increase [6].

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content found. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - The market is significantly affected by the geopolitical conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran, with prices of various commodities fluctuating greatly. The market is constantly adjusting its expectations for the development of the war, and the uncertainty is high [2][3][4]. - Different industries have different supply - demand situations. Some industries are facing supply shortages due to the conflict, while others are affected by demand changes. For example, the energy and chemical industries are strongly affected by supply disruptions, while the agricultural and livestock industries are more affected by factors such as seasonal demand and production capacity [2][66][69]. 3. Summary According to the Directory 3.1 Daily Selections - **Stainless Steel**: The macro - pressure on stainless steel has improved, and supply - demand is gradually recovering. The raw material cost is strongly supported, and the short - term is expected to maintain a relatively strong shock, with the main contract referring to the 14000 - 14600 range [2][38][40]. - **Methanol**: Affected by the uncertainty of the Middle - East situation, the fluctuation of methanol is magnified. The import reduction dominates the current market, but attention should be paid to the sustainability of demand and policy risks [3][106]. - **Rebar**: The steel price center has risen, and attention should be paid to the pressure at the previous high. The supply and demand of steel are both increasing, and the inventory has entered the destocking cycle [4][50][51]. - **Pig**: The pressure of pig slaughter is large, and attention should be paid to the intensity of supply reduction. The futures and spot prices are expected to continue to bottom out, but the downward space is limited after the futures price falls below 10000 [5][69][70]. 3.2 Macro - finance - **Stock Index Futures**: The A - share market has experienced a significant correction, with the stock index futures following the decline. It is recommended to closely monitor the inflow of broad - based ETFs and wait for the stabilization opportunity [6][7][9]. - **Precious Metals**: The news of the conflict between the US and Iran has repeatedly aggravated market turmoil. The precious metals have rebounded after a sharp decline. In the short term, it is recommended to wait and see for the situation to become clear [10][12][13]. 3.3 Non - ferrous Metals - **Copper**: The situation between the US and Iran may ease, and the copper price has rebounded. The short - term copper price is in the adjustment stage, and the long - term multi - order layout opportunity may be provided by the short - term adjustment [14][17]. - **Alumina**: The speculative demand has increased, and the spot price has continued to rise. The current market is in a state of oversupply, and the short - term strategy is to maintain a short - selling idea at high prices [18][20]. - **Aluminum**: The expectation of the easing of the conflict between the US and Iran has increased, and the downward space of the aluminum price is limited. The short - term aluminum price will maintain a wide - range shock, and the long - term bullish logic still holds [21][23]. - **Zinc**: The social inventory has decreased, and the zinc price has stopped falling and stabilized. The short - term zinc price is under pressure, but the long - term supply - demand fundamentals are relatively stable [26][29]. - **Tin**: Trump's easing of the threat to Iran has improved the market risk sentiment, and the tin price has rebounded at night. If the war is expected to end, long - orders can be considered [29][33][34]. - **Nickel**: The macro - expectation is repeated, and the nickel price fluctuates widely. The short - term is expected to be in a range - bound shock [34][37][38]. - **Stainless Steel**: The macro - pressure has improved, and the supply - demand is gradually recovering. The short - term is expected to maintain a relatively strong shock [38][40]. - **Lithium Carbonate**: The macro - expectation is repeated, and the lithium carbonate price fluctuates greatly. The short - term is expected to be in a relatively strong range adjustment [41][44]. - **Polysilicon**: The supply exceeds demand, the spot price has fallen, and the futures are approaching the limit - down. It is recommended to wait and see [45][46][47]. - **Industrial Silicon**: The cost center has moved up, the spot price has risen, and the futures have oscillated upward. It is recommended to pay attention to the opportunity of buying at low prices [47][49]. 3.4 Ferrous Metals - **Steel**: The steel price center has risen, and attention should be paid to the pressure at the previous high. The supply and demand of steel are both increasing, and the inventory has entered the destocking cycle [50][51]. - **Iron Ore**: The macro - disturbance has intensified, and the iron - making production has accelerated. The short - term iron ore main contract is expected to be in a high - level shock [52][53]. - **Coking Coal**: Some coal types have risen, and the overseas energy commodities have fluctuated greatly. It is recommended to go long on the coking coal 2605 contract at low prices [55][57]. - **Coke**: The coke spot price has increased, and the cost has pushed up the increase expectation. It is recommended to go long on the coke 2605 contract at low prices [58][59]. - **Silicon Iron**: The geopolitical conflict continues, and the supply and demand of silicon iron are both increasing. The short - term price is expected to be in a wide - range shock [60][61]. - **Manganese Silicon**: The market sentiment is changeable, and the cost of manganese silicon has increased. The short - term price is expected to be in a wide - range shock [63][65]. 3.5 Agricultural Products - **Meal**: The US soybeans are in a high - level shock, and the domestic spot price has fallen slightly. The short - term domestic soybean meal is expected to be in a high - level shock [66][68]. - **Pig**: The pressure of pig slaughter is large, and attention should be paid to the intensity of supply reduction. The futures and spot prices are expected to continue to bottom out, but the downward space is limited after the futures price falls below 10000 [69][70]. - **Corn**: Driven by the rise of starch, the corn price is in a high - level shock. The short - term rise of the corn price is restricted [71][73]. - **Sugar**: The spot price has increased, but the transaction is average. The short - term sugar futures are expected to maintain a high - level and relatively strong shock [74]. - **Cotton**: The market trading is stable, and the cotton price is adjusted within the range. The short - term cotton price is expected to be in a wide - range shock [77]. - **Egg**: The demand is boosted by stocking, and the egg price is stable and slightly strong. The short - term egg price is expected to maintain a low - level shock [80][81]. - **Oil**: Affected by geopolitical factors, the fluctuation of oil is intensified. Different types of oils have different market trends [82][84]. - **Jujube**: The supply exceeds demand, and the futures price is in a low - level range shock. The price is expected to be in the range of 8500 - 9500 yuan/ton [85][86]. - **Apple**: The market sentiment is weak, and the futures price has fallen from a high level. The 05 contract is expected to maintain a relatively strong shock, and the 10 contract needs to pay attention to the weather during the flowering period [87][88]. 3.6 Energy and Chemicals - **Crude Oil**: Trump has released a signal of easing, and the oil price has significantly corrected. The short - term oil price is expected to maintain a wide - range shock [90][91]. - **PX**: There are signs of geopolitical easing, and PX has adjusted with the oil price. It is recommended to exit the long - orders and wait and see [92][93]. - **PTA**: There are signs of geopolitical easing, and PTA has adjusted with the oil price. It is recommended to pay attention to the oil price trend [94][95]. - **Short - fiber**: It has limited self - driving force and follows the raw material price fluctuation. It is recommended to pay attention to the passage recovery of the Strait of Hormuz and the downstream cost transmission [96]. - **Bottle Chip**: The supply is expected to be in short supply, and the supply - demand is expected to be tight. It is recommended to go long on the PR2605 call option with a light position [98][99]. - **Ethylene Glycol**: Affected by the Middle - East conflict, the cost support is strong, and the destocking amplitude in the near - term is expected to increase. It is recommended to go long on the EG2605 call option with a light position [100]. - **Pure Benzene**: There are signs of geopolitical easing, and pure benzene has adjusted with the oil price. It is recommended to exit the long - orders and wait and see [101][102]. - **Styrene**: There are signs of geopolitical easing, and styrene has adjusted with the oil price. It is recommended to follow the strategy of pure benzene [103][104]. - **LLDPE**: The basis is risk - free, and the transaction is cold. The short - term market is in a wide - range shock [105]. - **PP**: The upstream shutdown and production reduction have increased, and the 05 contract has significantly reduced inventory. It is recommended to gradually take profit on the 5 - 9 positive spread [106]. - **Methanol**: Affected by the uncertainty of the Middle - East situation, the fluctuation of methanol is magnified. It is recommended to reduce the long - orders [3][106]. - **Caustic Soda**: The situation in the Middle - East has escalated, and the caustic soda price is running strongly. The short - term caustic soda price is expected to be strong [107][109]. - **PVC**: The geopolitical disturbance has brought export expectations, and the emotional fluctuation of PVC has been magnified. The short - term PVC price is passively pushed up [110][111]. - **Urea**: The situation in the Middle - East is tense, and the emotional fluctuation of urea has increased. It is recommended to take profit on the long - orders and exit in the short - term [112][114]. - **Soda Ash**: The supply is in a downward trend at a high level, and the cost has boosted the sentiment. The soda ash has rebounded. It is recommended to wait and see on the long - side and pay attention to the 5 - 9 reverse spread [114][118]. - **Glass**: The daily melting volume has continued to decline, and the cost has been boosted. It is recommended to wait and see [114][118]. - **Natural Rubber**: Trump has eased the threat to Iran, the market sentiment has eased, and the rubber price has stopped falling and rebounded. It is recommended to wait and see [119][121]. - **Synthetic Rubber**: Under the tense situation in the Middle - East, the cost support of BR is significantly enhanced, and BR is running strongly. It is recommended to pay attention to the risk of falling after the rise [121][123]. 3.7 Container Shipping to Europe - The geopolitical concern has increased, and the European line has significantly risen and then fallen during the session. It is recommended to wait for the market sentiment to cool down and pay attention to the long - order layout opportunity of the peak - season contract [123][124][126].

Report Industry Investment Ratings - Thread steel: ★★★, indicating a clearer upward trend and a relatively appropriate investment opportunity currently [1] - Hot-rolled coil: ★★★, indicating a clearer upward trend and a relatively appropriate investment opportunity currently [1] - Iron ore: ★★★, indicating a clearer upward trend and a relatively appropriate investment opportunity currently [1] - Coke: ★★★, indicating a clearer upward trend and a relatively appropriate investment opportunity currently [1] - Coking coal: ★★★, indicating a clearer upward trend and a relatively appropriate investment opportunity currently [1] - Silicomanganese: ★★★, indicating a clearer upward trend and a relatively appropriate investment opportunity currently [1] - Ferrosilicon: ★★★, indicating a clearer upward trend and a relatively appropriate investment opportunity currently [1] Core View - The steel market is affected by factors such as demand recovery, production restrictions, and cost support, with short - term fluctuations and the need to focus on the Iranian situation and peak - season demand [2] - The iron ore market has an expected marginal improvement in fundamentals but an overall loose supply pattern, with the market expected to fluctuate [3] - The coke and coking coal markets are affected by geopolitical conflicts and have the characteristic of prices being prone to rise and hard to fall, with attention needed on relevant geopolitical news [4][6] - The silicomanganese market is affected by international conflicts on the cost side, while demand is affected by the decline in pig iron production [7] - The ferrosilicon market has a certain demand resilience, with supply and inventory changes, and attention needed on geopolitical news [8] Summary by Commodity Steel - Today's steel futures market was weakly volatile. This week, the apparent demand for thread steel continued to warm up, production increased synchronously, and inventory began to decline after reaching a turning point. The demand for hot - rolled coil gradually improved, production increased, and inventory declined from a high level, but pressure still needed to be alleviated. During the conference, blast furnace production was restricted, and pig iron production dropped significantly. After the conference, production would resume quickly, but poor steel mill profits still restricted the recovery space. From January - February data, the decline in real estate investment narrowed, and the investment growth rates of infrastructure and manufacturing increased. Domestic demand improved marginally, but its sustainability needed to be observed. Steel exports declined from a high level. Macro sentiment weakened, putting downward pressure on the futures market, but cost support was still strong under inflation expectations. In the short term, there would still be fluctuations [2] Iron Ore - The iron ore futures market weakened today. On the supply side, the global shipping volume increased month - on - month and was stronger than the same period last year. The domestic arrival volume declined in stages, and port inventory would gradually enter the seasonal destocking stage. On the demand side, with the arrival of the "Golden March and Silver April", terminal demand continued to warm up. Steel mills had production profits, and production resumption might be obvious after the end of phased production restrictions. External geopolitical conflicts were still ongoing, and the rise in oil prices provided phased cost support. Attention should be paid to changes in the overall market trend. The fundamentals of iron ore had an expected marginal improvement, but the overall loose supply pattern was difficult to change, and the futures market was expected to fluctuate [3] Coke - The intra - day price of coke rose first and then fell. Coking profits were average, and daily production remained almost unchanged. Coke inventory changed little, and the purchasing willingness of traders improved slightly. Overall, the supply of carbon elements was abundant, and downstream pig iron production continued to decline significantly. The profit level of steel improved slightly. The coke futures market was at a premium, and the coking coal futures market was at a premium to Mongolian coal. The Mongolian coal customs clearance data remained at a high level, but the suppression effect was slightly weak. Geopolitical conflicts might make coking coal prices prone to rise and hard to fall, and attention should be paid to relevant geopolitical news [4] Coking Coal - The intra - day price of coking coal rose first and then fell. Yesterday, the Mongolian coal customs clearance volume was 1,230 vehicles. The resumption of coal mine work was good, and the weekly production level continued to rise slightly. The spot auction transactions within the week were good, and the transaction price increased. This was mainly due to market concerns about energy rather than the abundant spot supply. Terminal inventory increased slightly, and there were not many restocking actions. The total coking coal inventory decreased slightly, and the production - end inventory decreased slightly. Overall, the supply of carbon elements was abundant, and downstream pig iron production continued to decline significantly. The profit level of steel improved slightly. The coke futures market was at a premium, and the coking coal futures market was at a premium to Mongolian coal. The Mongolian coal customs clearance data remained at a high level, but the suppression effect was slightly weak. Geopolitical conflicts might make coking coal prices prone to rise and hard to fall, and attention should be paid to relevant geopolitical news [6] Silicomanganese - The intra - day price of silicomanganese fluctuated mainly. International conflicts had a positive impact on crude oil prices, which in turn affected the ocean freight of manganese ore, being relatively beneficial to the cost side of silicomanganese. The spot transaction price of manganese ore continued to rise, the manganese ore port inventory decreased slightly, and the mine - end shipping increased month - on - month. However, the mine cost had increased compared with previous years, and the price - concession space might be relatively limited. On the demand side, pig iron production continued to decline significantly. The weekly production of silicomanganese increased slightly, and the silicomanganese inventory increased slightly. Attention should be paid to relevant geopolitical news [7] Ferrosilicon - The intra - day price of ferrosilicon fluctuated mainly. As the spot price followed the rise of the futures price, the Inner Mongolia and Ningxia production areas in the main production areas turned from losses to profits, and the loss amplitude in other production areas decreased. On the demand side, pig iron production remained at the off - season level. The export demand remained above 30,000 tons, with little marginal impact. The metal magnesium production remained at a high level, and the secondary demand was relatively stable. The overall demand still had resilience. The weekly supply of ferrosilicon decreased slightly, and the inventory increased. Attention should be paid to relevant geopolitical news [8]