05 Feb 2026 10:03:49 ET │ 30 pages Vi e w p o i n t | China Equity Strategy Implications from Raw Material Price Hikes in China CITI'S TAKE Commodity prices have surged and seem to be consolidating at higher levels. This report analyzes the impact of higher commodity prices on various sectors in China. On the positive side, (i) basic material sector is the prime beneficiary particularly for aluminum, copper & lithium suppliers; (ii) gold jewelers to benefit from the rise in gold price; (iii) CCL players cou ...

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Key Takeaways Ero Copper delivered record Q4 2025 output of 19,706 tons, up 18.3% QoQ and about 53% year over year.ERO saw Tucum rise 22% as throughput and recoveries stabilized, while Caraba lifted throughput about 15%.LUNMF maintained Q4 copper output at 87,032 tons, while SCCO's grew marginally YoY.Ero Copper Corp. (ERO) reported stellar operational gains in the fourth quarter of 2025, delivering record consolidated copper production of 19,706 tons of copper in concentrate. This was supported by improved ...

VANCOUVER, BC — TheNewswire - February 6, 2026 — Giant Mining Corp. (CSE: BFG | OTC: BFGFF | FWB: YW5 | CSE: BFG.WT.A | CSE: BFG.WT.B.) (“Giant Mining” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce it has re-engaged Exploration Technologies Inc. (“ExploreTech”), a geoscience technology company located in San Diego, California,  specializing in artificial intelligence–driven subsurface modelling, to support drill targeting for the Company’s planned 2026 exploration and drilling program at its flagship Majuba Hil ...

Core Viewpoint - Commodity prices, including silver, gold, crude oil, and copper, experienced a significant decline due to easing global tensions following a telephone conversation between the leaders of China and the United States [1] Group 1: Commodity Price Movements - Prices of silver and gold dropped sharply on Thursday, reflecting a broader trend in the commodity market [1] - Crude oil prices also fell, indicating a potential shift in market sentiment influenced by geopolitical developments [1] - Copper prices decreased, aligning with the overall decline in commodity values amid improved international relations [1]

As filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on January 29, 2026. Registration No. 333-292950 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Amendment No. 1 to FORM F-1 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 ____________________ XINXU COPPER INDUSTRY TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter) Not Applicable (Translation of Registrant's name into English) ____________________ | Cayman Islands | 3351 | Not Applicable | | --- ...

As filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on January 26, 2026. Registration No. 333-[•] UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 ____________________ FORM F-1 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 ____________________ XINXU COPPER INDUSTRY TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter) Not Applicable (Translation of Registrant's name into English) ____________________ Cayman Islands 3351 Not Applicable (State or othe ...

Summary of J.P. Morgan North America Metals & Mining 2026 Buy-Side Sentiment Survey Industry Overview - The survey focuses on the Metals & Mining (M&M) sector, with insights into investor sentiment for 2026 based on responses from 25 investors, divided into 72% Long Onlys (LOs) and 28% Hedge Funds (HFs) [1][12]. Key Findings Sector Rankings - **Copper** is the top-ranked sub-sector for 2026, followed by **Gold**. **Steel** has dropped significantly from 2nd to 7th place [1]. - **Copper** is also the top-ranked commodity, while **Rare Earths** and **Steel** have both seen a decline in their rankings [1]. - **Freeport-McMoRan (FCX)** is identified as the top long investment due to its strong correlation with copper prices (~95%) and exposure to gold pricing [1][6]. - **Cleveland-Cliffs (CLF)** is viewed as the top short investment due to high debt levels and tariff challenges [1][6]. Investor Sentiment - 72% of investors expect the M&M sector to outperform the broader market in 2026, a significant increase from 41% in the previous survey [1][12]. - The primary themes influencing sector performance are **trade policy and protectionism**, and **onshoring and supply security** [1][16]. Tariff Expectations - 78% of participants anticipate some form of **S232 tariff relief** in 2026, with 72% expecting partial relief [1][19]. - 61% expect exemptions for Mexico and Canada, while 39% foresee country-specific exemptions [1][19]. M&A Activity - A significant 84% of participants expect an increase in M&A activity within the M&M sector in 2026, up from 50% in the prior survey [1][80]. Commodity and Stock Preferences Copper - FCX is again ranked as the best-performing copper stock, with 83% of participants favoring it [1][64]. - Concerns about potential near-term corrections in copper prices were noted, alongside positive sentiment regarding the restart of Grasberg's operations [1][6]. Steel - Investor sentiment towards steel has weakened, with CMC emerging as the best-performing steel stock due to its high-margin precast business and favorable trade policies [1][60]. Aluminum - **Alcoa (AA)** is expected to be the best-performing aluminum stock, with 63% of votes, followed by downstream players CSTM and KALU [1][71]. Rare Earths and Uranium - **MP Materials (MP)** is viewed as the best-performing stock in the rare earths/lithium/uranium sector, receiving 56% of the votes [1][76]. Underappreciated Themes - Several themes were identified as potentially underappreciated, including: - Valuations relative to the AI ecosystem - Copper demand related to power sectors - Supply and demand dynamics in uranium [1][84]. Conclusion - The survey indicates a bullish outlook for the M&M sector in 2026, driven by strong expectations for copper and gold, alongside anticipated tariff relief and increased M&A activity. Investors are advised to consider these dynamics when making investment decisions in the sector [1][12][80].

Group 1 - International silver prices have reached a historic milestone, with London spot silver prices surpassing $100 per ounce for the first time, marking a year-to-date increase of nearly 45% [1] - The surge in silver prices has led to a significant increase in demand for physical silver products, such as silver bars and coins, with some retail stores experiencing stock shortages [3][5] - The price of a 30-gram panda silver coin has risen from approximately 300 yuan to over 820 yuan, indicating a substantial increase in consumer interest and purchasing behavior [5] Group 2 - The current market dynamics show that silver prices have outperformed gold prices, with the international silver price increasing by nearly 148% from early last year to the end of December, and an additional 45% increase this year [14] - The "gold-silver ratio" has narrowed to about 50, suggesting that silver prices are entering a strong phase, as a ratio below 50 typically indicates undervaluation of silver [16] - Analysts attribute the recent surge in silver prices to geopolitical tensions and speculative investments, with liquidity and market sentiment playing a significant role in driving prices higher [18] Group 3 - Retail outlets are experiencing a boom in silver sales, with some stores reporting that they cannot keep up with the demand, leading to a notable increase in processing and production activities [7][11] - The price of silver jewelry has also increased significantly, with retail prices rising over threefold compared to last year, highlighting the growing interest in silver as an investment [11] - The potential imposition of tariffs on silver by the U.S. has created supply tightness in the international market, making the outcome of these tariff discussions a critical factor for future silver price movements [20]

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the current sentiment and positioning of funds in the U.S. futures market for precious metals, particularly focusing on silver, gold, and platinum, highlighting a cautious approach among speculators due to perceived high prices and market uncertainties [2][30]. Group 1: Silver Market Analysis - As of January 13, silver fund longs decreased by 16% to 3,453 tons, the lowest level since July 24, 2012; shorts fell by 18% to 1,114 tons, the lowest since September 12, 2017; net longs dropped by 15% to 2,340 tons, the lowest since the end of February 2024 [2][5]. - Speculators in the U.S. futures market are hesitant to go long on silver due to high prices but are also reluctant to short, leading to a wait-and-see approach [2][5]. - Despite expectations of delayed interest rate cuts in the U.S., precious metal prices rose, partly due to news of Powell's investigation, which signals potential market instability [2][30]. Group 2: Gold and Platinum Market Insights - Gold fund longs increased by 8% to 488 tons, while shorts decreased by 2% to 63 tons, resulting in a net long increase of 10% to 425 tons, the highest in three weeks [5][10]. - Platinum fund longs fell by 2% to 30 tons, and shorts decreased by 5% to 18 tons, marking the lowest levels in 134 weeks; net longs increased by 3% to 12 tons, the highest in three weeks [6][10]. - The article notes that platinum is currently undervalued relative to silver, with the historical exchange rate of platinum to silver at a low of 25.895 ounces of silver per ounce of platinum, down 31% from the peak in June 2025 [30]. Group 3: Market Sentiment and Future Projections - The article highlights that the market sentiment towards copper is overly optimistic, with fund shorts at the lowest level since 2007, indicating potential risks in the copper market [16][30]. - The expectation for interest rate cuts has been pushed back, which could serve as a reason for a potential softening in precious metal prices [30]. - The article emphasizes the importance of monitoring the gold-to-mining stock ratio, which has shown a decline, indicating that if gold prices continue to rise while mining stocks fall, caution is warranted [19][22].