Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. Core Viewpoints of the Report - The A-share market experienced a significant correction, with major indices and most sectors declining. The consumer sector bucked the trend, while the TMT sector saw a deep correction. The four major stock index futures also declined, and the basis of the main contracts showed a neutral oscillation. Given the high volatility and the potential for the A-share market to enter a high-level oscillation pattern after a large increase, it is recommended to wait and see. [2][3][4] - The Treasury bond futures mostly closed higher, but short-term trading may remain range-bound. The market should continue to monitor the stock market trend and the release of economic data in August to assess the impact on the bond market. A range trading strategy is suggested, with attention paid to the equity market and fundamental changes. [5][6] - The precious metals market ended its consecutive gains and slightly declined due to the fading of risk aversion and profit-taking by long positions at high levels. With an increased probability of a Fed rate cut in September, the price of gold is expected to rise to over $3,600 in the short term, while silver prices may see increased volatility and are recommended for high-sell and low-buy operations. [7][9][10] - The container shipping futures (EC) showed a weak oscillation. The spot prices continued to decline, and the futures market faced pressure from the weak spot market. There may be a bottom-fishing opportunity for the December contract, and a spread arbitrage strategy between the December and October contracts is recommended. [11][12] - Most non-ferrous metals showed various trends. For example, copper prices had an upward trend but faced constraints; alumina showed a weak oscillation; aluminum prices were expected to remain range-bound; and zinc prices were likely to oscillate. The market conditions and trends of each metal were affected by factors such as supply and demand, macro policies, and inventory changes. [13][16][18] - In the black metal market, steel prices were restricted by production cuts and weak demand during the off-season. Iron ore prices followed the steel price trend, with increased shipments and arrivals. Coking coal prices were weak, and coke prices faced a situation where the seventh round of price increases had been implemented, but the eighth round was blocked. [40][41][46] - In the agricultural product market, the expected high yield of US soybeans suppressed the market, while the domestic market for meal products had a positive outlook. The pig market had limited supply-demand contradictions, and the corn market showed a weak and oscillating trend. [53][54][59] Summary by Directory Financial Derivatives - Financial Futures Stock Index Futures - Market situation: The A-share market continued to correct on Thursday, with major indices significantly declining. The consumer sector rose, while the TMT sector fell sharply. The four major stock index futures also declined, and the basis of the main contracts showed a neutral oscillation. [2][3] - News: The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology and the State Administration for Market Regulation issued a plan to stabilize the growth of the electronic information manufacturing industry from 2025 - 2026. Overseas, the Fed's Beige Book indicated little change in economic activity, and consumer spending was flat or decreased. The number of job openings in the US in July dropped to a 10 - month low. [3][4] - Funds: On September 4, the A-share trading volume increased, and the northbound capital trading volume was 332.562 billion yuan. The central bank conducted a net withdrawal of 15.08 billion yuan through reverse repurchase operations. [4] - Operation suggestion: As the impact of monetary policy in the second half of the year on the equity market is crucial, and the A-share market may enter a high-level oscillation pattern after a large increase, it is recommended to wait and see for the next - stage direction. [4] Treasury Bond Futures - Market performance: Treasury bond futures mostly closed higher, but the yields of some spot bonds rose. The short - term trading of Treasury bond futures may remain range - bound. [5] - Funds: The central bank conducted a net withdrawal of funds through reverse repurchase operations, but the inter - bank funds were still relatively loose. The central bank planned to conduct a 100 - billion - yuan 3 - month outright reverse repurchase operation. [6] - Operation suggestion: Monitor the stock market trend and the release of economic data in August. A range trading strategy is recommended, with attention paid to the equity market and fundamental changes. [6] Financial Derivatives - Precious Metals - Market review: US employment data showed signs of weakness, while the service industry PMI expanded. Fed officials had different views on interest rate cuts. The precious metals market ended its consecutive gains and slightly declined due to the fading of risk aversion and profit - taking by long positions at high levels. [7][8][9] - Future outlook: With an increased probability of a Fed rate cut in September, gold prices are expected to rise to over $3,600 in the short term. Silver prices may see increased volatility, and high - sell and low - buy operations are recommended. [9][10] - Funds: The holdings of gold and silver ETFs increased significantly in August, and the net long speculative positions showed an upward trend. [10] Financial Derivatives - Container Shipping Futures (EC) - Spot quotes: As of September 5, the spot prices of major shipping companies continued to decline slowly. [11] - Shipping indices: As of September 1, the SCFIS European line index and the US West line index declined. As of August 29, the SCFI composite index rose, but the Shanghai - Europe freight rate decreased. [11] - Fundamentals: As of September 2, the global container shipping capacity increased year - on - year. The Eurozone's composite PMI and the US manufacturing PMI showed different trends. [11] - Logic: The futures market declined, and the upward momentum was suppressed by the weak spot market. There may be a bottom - fishing opportunity for the December contract, and a spread arbitrage strategy between the December and October contracts is recommended. [12] - Operation suggestion: Expect a weak oscillation and consider a spread arbitrage strategy between the December and October contracts. [12] Commodity Futures - Non - Ferrous Metals Copper - Spot: As of September 4, copper prices rose, but the spot trading was weak. [13] - Macro: The Fed's stance became more dovish, increasing the probability of a rate cut in September. Key events in September, such as the release of economic data and the FOMC meeting, may cause market fluctuations. [13][14] - Supply: The TC of copper concentrate was at a low level. The domestic electrolytic copper production in August decreased slightly month - on - month and was expected to decline further in September due to factors such as maintenance and supply shortages. [14] - Demand: The operating rates of copper rod production decreased. The domestic demand remained resilient, but there was marginal pressure in Q3. The power and new energy sectors supported the demand. [15] - Inventory: The LME copper inventory decreased, while the domestic social inventory and COMEX copper inventory increased. [15] - Logic: The Fed's dovish stance boosted copper prices, but the upside was limited by concerns about stagflation. The fundamentals showed a "weak reality + stable expectation" state. Copper prices are expected to at least oscillate and may enter a new upward cycle when the commodity and financial attributes resonate. [16] - Operation suggestion: The main contract is expected to operate in the range of 79,000 - 81,000 yuan/ton. [16] - Short - term view: Oscillation. [16] Alumina - Spot: On September 4, the spot prices of alumina in various regions decreased, and the inventory decreased slightly from a high level, causing the spot prices to loosen. [16] - Supply: In August 2025, the production of metallurgical - grade alumina in China increased year - on - year and month - on - month. With the industry still profitable, the operating capacity is expected to continue to increase slightly in September. [17] - Inventory: As of September 4, the port inventory remained unchanged week - on - week, while the registered warehouse receipts increased. [17] - Logic: The alumina futures oscillated, and the market was dominated by fundamentals. The supply was under pressure due to new capacity, while the demand was weak. The inventory continued to accumulate, suppressing the price. The downside is limited, and the upside requires supply disruptions or sentiment catalysts. [18] - Operation suggestion: The main contract is expected to operate in the range of 2,900 - 3,200 yuan/ton. Consider short - selling on rallies in the medium term. [18][19] - View: Weak oscillation, short - selling on rallies in the medium term. [19] Aluminum - Spot: On September 4, the spot price of A00 aluminum decreased, and the premium increased. [19] - Supply: In August 2025, the domestic electrolytic aluminum production increased year - on - year and month - on - month. The proportion of molten aluminum increased, and the ingot casting volume decreased. [19] - Demand: The operating rates of downstream industries showed marginal improvement. [20] - Inventory: On September 4, the domestic electrolytic aluminum social inventory increased week - on - week, and the inventory inflection point was not clear. [20][21] - Logic: The Fed's rate - cut expectation boosted the market sentiment, but the high price suppressed downstream procurement, and the inventory increase pressured the price. Aluminum prices are expected to remain range - bound, and attention should be paid to the actual demand during the peak season, inventory changes, and macro - policy implementation. [21] - Operation suggestion: The main contract is expected to operate in the range of 20,400 - 21,000 yuan/ton. [21] - View: Wide - range oscillation. [21] Aluminum Alloy - Spot: On September 4, the spot price of ADC12 aluminum alloy remained unchanged. [21] - Supply: In July, the production of recycled aluminum alloy ingots increased, and the operating rate increased. In August, the industry was in the off - season, but some enterprises may increase production in anticipation of the peak season. [22] - Demand: In August, the demand was weak, but it showed marginal improvement at the end of the month. The demand is expected to recover moderately in September. [22] - Inventory: The social inventory increased due to the off - season. [22] - Logic: The futures price oscillated with the aluminum price. The supply of scrap aluminum was tight, and the demand was in the off - season. As the peak season approaches, the spot price is expected to remain stable, and the price difference with aluminum may converge. [23][24] - Operation suggestion: The main contract is expected to operate in the range of 20,000 - 20,600 yuan/ton. Consider a spread arbitrage strategy if the price difference is over 500. [24] - View: Strong oscillation. [24] Zinc - Spot: On September 4, the average price of 0 zinc ingots decreased, and the spot trading improved after the futures price declined. [24] - Supply: The TC of zinc concentrate remained high, and the supply of zinc ore was loose. The production of refined zinc in August was higher than expected, and it is expected to continue to increase in 1 - 9 months of 2025. [25] - Demand: The operating rates of primary processing industries were at a seasonal low but had limited room for further decline. The downstream procurement sentiment improved after the zinc price declined. [26] - Inventory: The domestic social inventory increased, while the LME inventory decreased. [26] - Logic: The supply of zinc ore was loose, and the production of refined zinc was high. The demand was about to enter the peak season, and the spot trading improved. The global inventory was low, providing support for the price. Zinc prices are expected to oscillate, and upward or downward breakthroughs require specific conditions. [27] - Operation suggestion: The main contract is expected to operate in the range of 21,500 - 23,000 yuan/ton. [27] - Short - term view: Oscillation. [27] Tin - Spot: On September 4, the price of 1 tin decreased, and the market trading was mixed. [27] - Supply: In July, the domestic tin ore import decreased, and the supply was difficult to improve in the short term. The tin ingot import increased. [28][29] - Demand and inventory: The operating rate of the soldering tin industry decreased, and the demand was weak. The LME inventory and the warehouse receipts of the Shanghai Futures Exchange increased, while the social inventory decreased. [29] - Logic: The supply of tin ore was tight, and the demand was weak. The tin price oscillated at a high level. If the supply recovers smoothly, consider short - selling on rallies; otherwise, the price is expected to continue to oscillate at a high level. [30] - Operation suggestion: The operating range is expected to be 265,000 - 285,000 yuan/ton. [30] - Recent view: Wide - range oscillation. [30] Nickel - Spot: As of September 4, the price of electrolytic nickel decreased, and the premium of imported nickel remained unchanged. [30] - Supply: In July 2025, the production of refined nickel increased year - on - year and month - on - month, and the monthly production plan is expected to increase slightly. [31] - Demand: The demand for electroplating and alloy was stable, while the demand for stainless steel was general. The demand for nickel sulfate was under pressure. [31] - Inventory: The overseas inventory remained high, the domestic social inventory decreased, and the bonded area inventory remained stable. [31] - Logic: The strengthening of the US dollar suppressed the non - ferrous metal market. The nickel price oscillated weakly, and the cost provided some support. The supply is expected to be loose in the medium term, restricting the upside. The price is expected to adjust within a range. [32] - Operation suggestion: The main contract is expected to operate in the range of 118,000 - 126,000 yuan/ton. [32][33] - Short - term view: Range adjustment. [32] Stainless Steel - Spot: As of September 4, the spot price of 304 cold - rolled stainless steel remained unchanged, and the basis increased. [33][34] - Raw materials: The price of nickel ore was stable, and the price of nickel iron was strong. The price of chrome ore was supported by cost, and the supply of chrome iron was tight. [34] - Supply: In August, the domestic stainless steel production increased, and the production is expected to continue to increase in September. [34] - Inventory: The social inventory decreased slowly, and the warehouse receipts decreased. [35] - Logic: The stainless steel futures oscillated slightly lower. The cost was supported by raw material prices, but the demand was weak. The market is cautiously optimistic about the peak season, but the demand is still weak. The price is expected to oscillate within a range. [36] - Operation suggestion: The main contract is expected to operate in the range of 12,600 - 13,400 yuan/ton. [36][37] - Short - term view: Range oscillation. [36] Lithium Carbonate - Spot: As of September 4, the spot prices of battery - grade and industrial - grade lithium carbonate decreased. The salt factories were reluctant to sell, while the traders were more willing to sell. The downstream procurement was mainly for rigid demand. [37] - Supply: In August, the production of lithium carbonate increased. The supply was affected by factors such as mine permit approval, and imports supplemented the supply. [38] - Demand: The demand was robust and optimistic, but the significant driving force was not obvious. The demand in September is expected to increase. [38] - Inventory: The overall inventory decreased last week, with the upstream inventory decreasing and the downstream inventory increasing. [39] - Logic: The lithium carbonate futures opened low and closed high, and the market sentiment improved. The fundamentals remained in a tight - balance state. The price is expected to oscillate widely around 75,000 yuan/ton and then stabilize. [39][40] - Operation suggestion: Wait and see. [40] - Short - term view: Wide - range oscillation. [40] Commodity Futures - Black Metals Steel - Spot: The steel billet price remained stable, and the spot prices of rebar and hot - rolled coil increased slightly. The January contract of rebar had a premium over the spot, while the January contract of hot - rolled coil had a discount. [40] - Cost and profit: The cost support is expected to weaken due to the limited supply recovery of coking coal and the slight increase in iron ore inventory. The steel profit decreased significantly in August. [41] - Supply: From January to August, the iron element production increased year - on - year. In August, the production increased compared with July, mainly due to the increase in scrap steel consumption. This week, the iron water production decreased due to production restrictions, but it is expected to recover next week. The production of finished steel products decreased less than that of iron water. [41] - Demand: The domestic demand and export increased in the first half of the year, but the domestic demand is expected to weaken seasonally. The steel export remained high. The apparent demand decreased seasonally in August but is expected to recover. [41] - Inventory: The inventory of five major steel products increased, mainly due to the increase in rebar inventory. The inventory increase is expected to slow down in the future. [42] - View: This week, the supply and demand

Report Industry Investment Ratings - The report does not explicitly provide an overall industry investment rating. However, individual investment suggestions are given for different sectors: - For股指期货, it is recommended to evenly allocate long positions in various stock index futures [15]. - For外汇 futures (US Dollar Index), the US dollar is expected to oscillate weakly [19]. - For US stock index futures, it is suggested to buy on dips after short - term corrections as the upward trend of US stocks has not reversed [22]. - For treasury bond futures, it is in a recent oscillatory trend, and when going long, one needs to pay attention to the absolute price, funds, and market sentiment [24]. - For other sectors such as commodities, specific investment suggestions are provided for each commodity, including buying on dips, selling on rallies, and waiting and seeing [26][28][29] Core Views - The A - share market has a V - shaped reversal with trading volume exceeding 3 trillion, but market divergence is increasing, and marginal changes need attention [2][14]. - The US labor market shows resilience with lower - than - expected initial jobless claims, and the market risk preference remains high. The Federal Reserve officials are releasing signals of interest rate cuts, which has an impact on the US stock and foreign exchange markets [17][20][21]. - In the commodity market, different commodities have different price trends and influencing factors. For example, copper prices are expected to oscillate at a high level due to the complex influence of macro and fundamental factors; the price of soybeans and related products is affected by factors such as export sales, reserve sales, and Sino - US relations [5][25][26] Summary by Directory 1. Financial News and Comments 1.1 Macro Strategy (Stock Index Futures) - The Chinese trade representative will visit the US. The "Opinions of the CPC Central Committee and the State Council on Promoting High - Quality Urban Development" is released. The A - share market has a V - shaped reversal with trading volume exceeding 3 trillion, but market divergence is increasing [13][14]. - Investment suggestion: Evenly allocate long positions in various stock index futures [15]. 1.2 Macro Strategy (Foreign Exchange Futures - US Dollar Index) - There are disputes over the dismissal of Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook. German Chancellor Merz says a meeting between Putin and Zelensky is unlikely. The US initial jobless claims last week were lower than expected [16][17]. - Investment suggestion: The US dollar is expected to oscillate weakly [19]. 1.3 Macro Strategy (US Stock Index Futures) - The US initial and continuing jobless claims last week were lower than expected. Federal Reserve Governor Waller supports a 25 - basis - point interest rate cut in the September meeting [20][21]. - Investment suggestion: Buy on dips after short - term corrections as the upward trend of US stocks has not reversed [22]. 1.4 Macro Strategy (Treasury Bond Futures) - The central bank conducted 4161 billion yuan of 7 - day reverse repurchase operations, with a net investment of 1631 billion yuan. The stock - bond seesaw effect has weakened recently, and the bond market is expected to be in an oscillatory trend [23]. - Investment suggestion: It is in a recent oscillatory trend, and when going long, one needs to pay attention to the absolute price, funds, and market sentiment [24]. 2. Commodity News and Comments 2.1 Agricultural Products (Soybean Meal) - The export sales of US new - crop soybeans were better than expected. China will auction 164,000 tons of imported soybeans on August 29. The soybean meal futures price is weaker than the overseas market [25][26]. - Investment suggestion: Affected by the expectation of improved Sino - US relations, soybean meal is weaker than the overseas market. The focus later is on China's purchase of US soybeans [26]. 2.2 Agricultural Products (Soybean Oil/Rapeseed Oil/Palm Oil) - The US soybean shipments to China were 0 tons in the week ending August 21. The oil market continued to oscillate at a high level and had a slight correction [27]. - Investment suggestion: The oil market still lacks clear guidance. It is recommended to go long on dips considering India's replenishment demand and the unfavorable inventory accumulation data of Malaysian palm oil in August [28]. 2.3 Agricultural Products (Corn Starch) - The corn consumption of starch sugar products increased slightly this week, while the corn starch consumption decreased. The industry's operating rate decreased slightly, and the inventory decreased slightly. The supply - demand situation is weak, and the CS11 - C11 spread is under pressure [29]. - Investment suggestion: The corn - starch price difference has fallen to a low level. It is necessary to pay attention to whether there are opportunities to widen the spread driven by factors such as the regional price difference of raw materials [29]. 2.4 Agricultural Products (Corn) - The corn inventory of major processing enterprises and the average inventory days of feed enterprises decreased. The spot market was cautious, while the futures rebounded. The short - term price decline rhythm may change [30][31][32]. - Investment suggestion: Short - term long positions entered earlier should be closed at an appropriate time. After the selling pressure is gradually realized, pay attention to whether there are new opportunities to go short on rallies [33]. 2.5 Black Metals (Rebar/Hot - Rolled Coil) - The inventory of five major steel products increased by 268,400 tons week - on - week. The supply - demand fundamentals of steel products still face pressure, but the industry policy has a positive impact on market sentiment [34][35]. - Investment suggestion: In the short term, a oscillatory approach should be adopted for steel prices [36]. 2.6 Black Metals (Steam Coal) - The price of low - calorie Indonesian coal has loosened, and the port coal price has fallen. The coal price is expected to be seasonally weak, but there is support below 650 yuan [37]. - Investment suggestion: The coal price is expected to be seasonally weak, but there is support below 650 yuan [37]. 2.7 Agricultural Products (Sugar) - The number of sugar - carrying ships waiting at Brazilian ports increased, and the estimated sugar production in Brazil was lowered. The international sugar price is expected to oscillate, and the outlook for the fourth - quarter external market is optimistic. The domestic sugar price is affected by factors such as imports and warehouse receipts [38][40][41]. - Investment suggestion: The Zhengzhou sugar futures price has fallen rapidly recently. The 1 - month contract can wait for opportunities to go long on dips, with a target price of around 5500 yuan or after the September contract is delivered [41]. 2.8 Black Metals (Iron Ore) - Rio Tinto adjusted its operation mode and executive committee. The iron ore price continued to oscillate, and the short - term supply - demand pressure was not large [42]. - Investment suggestion: Pay attention to the actual trading volume after the price increase. The iron ore market is expected to oscillate, and pay attention to positive spread trading opportunities [43]. 2.9 Agricultural Products (Red Dates) - The price of red dates in the Guangzhou Ruyifang market increased. The downstream arrivals decreased, and the spot price was firm but lacked upward momentum. The new - season production is uncertain [43][44]. - Investment suggestion: It is recommended to wait and see. Pay attention to the weather in the production area and the results of on - the - spot investigations [44]. 2.10 Non - Ferrous Metals (Lithium Carbonate) - KoBold Metals obtained seven lithium ore exploration licenses in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The short - term supply - demand balance is affected by factors such as imports and production resumption, and there is support at the bottom [45]. - Investment suggestion: Pay attention to opportunities to go long on dips and positive spread trading opportunities [46]. 2.11 Non - Ferrous Metals (Polysilicon) - JinkoSolar's semi - annual report shows high - volume shipments but losses. The polysilicon price is stable, and the market is in a game about whether the upstream price increase can be transmitted downstream. The September production is uncertain [47][48]. - Investment suggestion: The downside space of the futures price is more definite, and the upside space depends on factors such as component bidding prices and production cuts. Unilaterally, a bullish view on dips can be maintained, and for arbitrage, pay attention to the 11 - 12 reverse spread opportunity at around - 2000 yuan/ton [49]. 2.12 Non - Ferrous Metals (Industrial Silicon) - Hesheng Silicon Industry's semi - annual report shows a loss. The production and inventory of industrial silicon are affected by the resumption of production of large factories in Xinjiang. The short - term price is expected to operate in the range of 8200 - 9500 yuan/ton [50][51]. - Investment suggestion: Pay attention to the resumption of production progress of large factories in Xinjiang. The short - term price may operate in the range of 8200 - 9500 yuan/ton, and pay attention to range - trading opportunities [51]. 2.13 Non - Ferrous Metals (Copper) - Yunnan Copper produced 779,400 tons of cathode copper in the first half of the year. Jiangxi Copper's semi - annual profit increased. The Snow Lake copper - gold mine in Canada resumed operation. The copper price is affected by macro and fundamental factors and is expected to oscillate at a high level [52][53][54]. - Investment suggestion: Unilaterally, it is recommended to go long on dips. For arbitrage, it is recommended to wait and see [56]. 2.14 Non - Ferrous Metals (Nickel) - The Indonesian Nickel Mining Association focuses on illegal mining in the nickel industry. The nickel price is affected by factors such as raw material prices and supply - demand fundamentals. The short - term price is expected to have band - trading opportunities, and medium - term short - selling opportunities can be considered [57][58][59]. - Investment suggestion: Short - term band - trading opportunities can be paid attention to, and medium - term short - selling opportunities on rallies can be considered. The downside space depends on factors such as the decline of raw material prices and downstream restocking [59]. 2.15 Energy Chemicals (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) - The weekly commercial volume of liquefied petroleum gas in China increased, and the inventory situation was mixed. The market is expected to oscillate in the short term [60][61]. - Investment suggestion: The market is expected to oscillate in the short term [63]. 2.16 Energy Chemicals (Carbon Emissions) - The CEA closing price decreased on August 28. The carbon market trading volume has not increased significantly, and the price is expected to oscillate weakly in the short term [64]. - Investment suggestion: The CEA price is expected to oscillate weakly in the short term [65]. 2.17 Energy Chemicals (Natural Gas) - The US natural gas inventory increased less than expected. The natural gas price has support at the current level, and the export demand is strong. The market is expected to oscillate in the short term [66]. - Investment suggestion: The NYMEX natural gas price is expected to oscillate in the short term [67]. 2.18 Energy Chemicals (Caustic Soda) - The price of high - concentration caustic soda in Shandong increased locally. The supply is relatively sufficient, and the demand is stable. The market is affected by factors such as transportation and inventory [68][69]. - Investment suggestion: Be cautious when chasing high prices [69]. 2.19 Energy Chemicals (Pulp) - The import pulp spot market was mostly stable. The pulp market is in a weak fundamental situation and is expected to oscillate weakly [70][71]. - Investment suggestion: The pulp market is expected to oscillate weakly [71]. 2.20 Energy Chemicals (PVC) - The domestic PVC powder market price decreased slightly. The market is affected by factors such as futures prices and downstream demand. It is expected to oscillate [72][73]. - Investment suggestion: The market is expected to oscillate [73]. 2.21 Energy Chemicals (Styrene) - The weekly output of styrene decreased slightly. The port inventory is accumulating, and the supply pressure is large. The market is affected by factors such as policies and oil prices [74][75]. - Investment suggestion: Pay attention to internal and external policy variables [75]. 2.22 Energy Chemicals (Bottle Chips) - The export price of bottle chips decreased, and the major manufacturers will maintain a minimum 20% production cut in September. The inventory is decreasing, and the supply - demand contradiction is alleviated [76][78]. - Investment suggestion: Pay attention to whether new production capacity can be put into operation as scheduled in September. The absolute price follows the fluctuation of polyester raw materials [78]. 2.23 Energy Chemicals (PTA) - The terminal operating rate in the Jiangsu and Zhejiang regions decreased locally. The supply - demand situation of PTA has improved marginally, and it is recommended to go long on dips in the short term [79][80][81]. - Investment suggestion: The short - term unilateral price will oscillate and adjust. It is recommended to go long on dips in a rolling manner [82]. 2.24 Energy Chemicals (Soda Ash) - The inventory of domestic soda ash manufacturers decreased. The soda ash price is in a weak and stable oscillation. It is recommended to sell on rallies and pay attention to supply - side disturbances [83]. - Investment suggestion: Sell on rallies and pay attention to supply - side disturbances [83]. 2.25 Energy Chemicals (Float Glass) - The price of float glass in the Shahe market decreased slightly. The glass price was affected by the equity market. The supply - demand contradiction has not been resolved, and it is recommended to be cautious in unilateral operations and focus on arbitrage [84][85]. - Investment suggestion: Be cautious in unilateral operations and focus on arbitrage. Pay attention to the spread - widening strategy of going long on glass and short on soda ash [85]. 2.26 Shipping Index (Container Freight Rate) - The cargo and container throughput of major ports from January to July increased year - on - year. The spot freight rate is weak, and the supply pressure is high. The freight rate is expected to continue to decline [86][87]. - Investment suggestion: The 10 - contract has broken through the 1300 support, and the next test is the 1250 support level [87].