Core Viewpoint - The recent increase in tariffs on 407 derivative products related to steel and aluminum by the Trump administration is a strategic move aimed at protecting domestic industries while also serving political interests in an election year [1][3]. Group 1: Tariff Impact on Industries - The newly added 407 products include items closely related to steel and aluminum, such as alloy wheels for cars and cold-rolled steel sheets for appliances, effectively extending the tariff to a wide range of industries [3]. - Domestic automotive manufacturers that previously relied on imported specialty steel will face increased costs, potentially leading to reduced profit margins or price hikes for consumers [3]. - The tariffs are expected to provide short-term benefits to U.S. steel and aluminum companies, increasing their orders and production [4]. Group 2: Political and Economic Context - The stated purpose of the tariffs is to protect the struggling domestic steel and aluminum industries, which have been facing low capacity utilization rates [3]. - The tariffs may also be a strategic move to secure votes from workers in the "Rust Belt," a key demographic for Trump, as increased orders could lead to job stability [3]. - European countries have threatened retaliatory tariffs on U.S. agricultural products, which could impact U.S. exports of soybeans and corn, indicating a potential escalation in trade tensions [3]. Group 3: Investment Opportunities - Investors should monitor U.S. steel and aluminum companies that may benefit from the tariff-induced demand increase, but caution is advised regarding the sustainability of this policy [4]. - Companies with manufacturing facilities in Mexico or Canada that can circumvent tariffs by processing materials before exporting to the U.S. may find new opportunities [4]. - High-end steel and aluminum manufacturers in China could gain market share in Southeast Asia and South America if they can enhance their technological competitiveness [4]. Group 4: Long-term Investment Strategy - Trade tensions are likened to a prolonged arm-wrestling match, suggesting that investors should focus on companies with strong technology and market presence rather than getting caught up in tariff fluctuations [5].

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Overweight" rating for the steel and non-ferrous metals sectors [5] Core Insights - The report highlights that the steel sector's profitability is expected to recover to historical average levels, supported by government policies aimed at phasing out outdated production capacity [4][5] - The report notes significant fluctuations in commodity prices, particularly in coking coal, and suggests monitoring the risks associated with futures price volatility [4] Liquidity Analysis - The M1 and M2 growth rate difference was -3.7 percentage points in June 2025, indicating a potential impact on market liquidity [11][20] - The BCI small and medium enterprise financing environment index was 49.12 in June 2025, showing a slight month-on-month increase of 0.07% [11][20] Infrastructure and Real Estate Chain - Rebar prices reached a new high for the year, increasing by 5.50% to 3450 CNY/ton [9][41] - The national average capacity utilization rate for blast furnaces was 90.81%, reflecting a slight decrease of 0.08 percentage points [41] Industrial Products Chain - The operating rate for semi-steel tires was reported at 75.87%, a decrease of 0.12 percentage points [2] - Major commodity prices showed varied performance, with cold-rolled steel prices increasing by 6.42% [2] Subsector Performance - The prices of main coking coal and iron ore reached four-month highs, with coking coal prices at 1227 CNY/ton, up 6.6% [9][2] - The report indicates that the profit margins for titanium dioxide and flat glass are currently low, with flat glass margins at -58 CNY/ton [78][80] Valuation Metrics - The report notes that the PB ratio for the steel sector relative to the broader market is currently at 0.57, with historical highs reaching 0.82 [9][4] - The Shanghai Composite Index increased by 1.69%, with the best-performing sector being cement manufacturing, which rose by 13.13% [9] Export Chain - The PMI new export orders for China were at 47.70% in June 2025, indicating a slight month-on-month increase [3][9] - The CCFI composite index for container shipping rates was reported at 1261.35 points, down 3.24% [3]

Core Viewpoint - Despite a downturn in the construction industry leading to weakened steel demand, China continues to maintain high production levels and is exporting large quantities to neighboring countries, resulting in increased trade friction surrounding steel products [1][2]. Group 1: Steel Demand and Prices - The circulating price of hot-rolled steel plates in the Tokyo area is approximately 112,500 yen per ton, a decrease of 4% compared to the end of June, marking the lowest level since August 2021 [2]. - Japan's steel demand is low due to factors such as uncertainty related to U.S. tariff policies, labor shortages, and extreme heat, which hinder construction projects [2]. - In June, China's steel exports reached 9.67 million tons, a year-on-year increase of 10.7%, while total exports from January to June amounted to 58.14 million tons, a historical high for the same period [2]. Group 2: Trade Friction and Anti-Dumping Measures - Japan is initiating an anti-dumping tariff investigation on nickel-based stainless steel cold-rolled sheets and cold-rolled steel plates, targeting products from mainland China and Taiwan [3]. - The global number of anti-dumping investigations related to steel reached a historical high of 41 in 2024, with 30 cases specifically targeting China [3]. - Countries are increasingly seeking to exclude low-priced imported steel, leading to an oversupply of Chinese steel in the market [3].

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No information about the industry investment rating is provided in the report. 2. Core View of the Report The previous weak market of coke and coking coal futures has changed, and positive factors in the fundamentals and news are accumulating. However, considering the continued impact of the previous high supply and only an expected decline in supply in the future, whether it will lead to a turnaround in the market needs further verification by the market. It is expected that the spot prices of coke and coking coal and the coke futures price may continue to fluctuate weakly, but the coking coal futures price has a demand to repair a large discount and may turn to rebound or fluctuate strongly. There is a possibility of narrowing the price difference between coking coal futures and spot, and the decline in the coke - coking coal ratio also helps investors try the arbitrage opportunity of going long on coking coal and short on coke [11]. 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs 3.1行情回顾与后市展望 (Market Review and Future Outlook) - **Market Performance on June 11th**: The main contract 2509 of coke futures oscillated and rebounded for two consecutive days, while the main contract 2509 of coking coal futures first rose and then fell, hitting a recent rebound high during the session. The J2509 contract closed at 1356 yuan/ton, up 1.31%, with a trading volume of 25,401 lots and a position of 52,791 lots, a decrease of 1,227 lots. The JM2509 contract closed at 783.5 yuan/ton, up 1.10%, with a trading volume of 1,152,104 lots and a position of 557,029 lots, a decrease of 10,814 lots [5]. - **Spot Market and Technical Indicators**: On June 11th, the quasi - first - class metallurgical coke flat - price index in Rizhao Port, Qingdao Port, and Tianjin Port was 1,270 yuan/ton, with no change. The low - sulfur main coking coal prices in some areas decreased. The daily KDJ indicators of the 2509 contracts of coke and coking coal continued to rise, and the daily MACD red columns of the 2509 contracts of coke and coking coal enlarged for three consecutive days [8]. - **Future Outlook for Coke**: In the past six weeks, the coke output of independent coking plants has slightly declined after hovering near the highest level since early August last year. Since late March, the coke output of steel mills has been gradually declining. In the past seven weeks, the port coke inventory has significantly decreased, but the de - stocking speed of steel mill inventory is slow, and the coking plant inventory has increased for four consecutive weeks, adding new downward pressure on coke prices. The profit per ton of coke has been in a loss for three consecutive weeks, but the loss narrowed in the week of June 6th [10]. - **Future Outlook for Coking Coal**: From January to April, the year - on - year growth of imports turned negative, but the absolute value of imports remained at a high level, and the overall loose pattern was difficult to reverse. The raw coal inventory of coal washing plants reached a new high since February 2021, and the clean coal inventory reached a new high since October 2020. In the past seven weeks, the inventory of independent coking plants has significantly decreased, the port inventory has slightly rebounded from the lowest level since early August last year, and the steel mill inventory has significantly decreased for two consecutive weeks. The raw coal and clean coal output of coking coal mines has significantly decreased for three consecutive weeks. From late May to early June, the customs clearance volume of Mongolian coal decreased significantly compared with the previous two weeks [10]. - **News and Comprehensive Analysis**: Some coal mines in Shanxi stopped or reduced production due to the completion of monthly production tasks; the new "Mineral Resources Law" will be officially implemented on July 1st, which will help the coal price stop falling and rebound; after the third round of price cuts for coke procurement by some steel mills in Tangshan, some steel mills in Xingtai, Tianjin, Shijiazhuang and other places lowered the procurement price of wet - quenched coke by 70 yuan/ton and the procurement price of dry - quenched coke by 75 yuan/ton, starting from 0:00 on June 6th [11]. 3.2行业要闻 (Industry News) - **National Development and Reform Commission's Investment in Livelihood Projects**: Since the 14th Five - Year Plan, the National Development and Reform Commission has increased investment in livelihood construction. It is expected that the central budget - funded investment in social undertakings this year will be more than 30% higher than that at the end of the 13th Five - Year Plan [12]. - **Local Government Debt and Investment**: Many provinces have adjusted their budgets after receiving the annual debt - issuing quota from the Ministry of Finance, increasing their debt - issuing quota and expenditure to support stable growth and structural adjustment [13]. - **Automobile Industry Price War**: In May, some automobile enterprises significantly lowered the prices of new energy vehicles again, causing panic in the industry. The China Association of Automobile Manufacturers issued an initiative to maintain fair competition, and the relevant person in charge of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology supported the initiative and will strengthen the rectification of "involution - style" competition in the automobile industry [13]. - **Railway Transport Breakthrough**: On June 6th, the Xinshuo Railway became the third railway line in China with a 20,000 - ton heavy - haul transport capacity, significantly improving the overall level of heavy - haul railway transport in China [13]. - **Company Information**: Benxi Steel Plate Co., Ltd. introduced its raw material supply and product sales. Its iron ore raw materials are about 60% purchased from the group, and coking coal and coke are mainly purchased from long - term contracts with domestic mines. Huayang Co., Ltd. stated that its coal mines are operating normally, and the increasing power demand during the "peak summer" in the third quarter will support the coal market [13]. - **Regional Energy Plan**: The "Implementation Plan for Carbon Peak in the Energy Field of Yangquan City" proposes that by 2025, the total coal production capacity of the city will be stable at about 57.4 million tons per year, and the proportion of advanced coal mine production capacity will be stable at about 95% [14]. - **International Trade and Market Information**: Mexico launched an anti - dumping sunset review investigation on cold - rolled steel sheets originating from China; in April 2025, Australia's coal export value decreased both month - on - month and year - on - year; in May 2025, the coal export volume of Australia's North Queensland ports decreased year - on - year but increased month - on - month; in May 2025, Russia's coal exports to China by railway increased both month - on - month and year - on - year [14]. - **Energy Outlook in the United States**: The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) expects that the electricity consumption in the United States will reach a record high in 2025 and 2026; the U.S. coal production in 2025 is expected to be 512 million short tons (464 million tons), and the coal consumption is expected to be 428 million short tons, a year - on - year increase of 4.16%; low oil prices and a decrease in the number of drilling rigs will affect the U.S. crude oil production trend in 2026 [14]. - **OPEC's View on Oil Demand**: OPEC Secretary - General Al - Ghais said that oil demand will maintain strong growth in the next 25 years, and global energy demand will increase by 24% from now to 2050, with oil demand exceeding 120 million barrels per day [15]. - **Russian Policy**: Russian President Putin extended the counter - measures against the price cap on Russian oil and oil products until December 31, 2025 [15]. - **World Bank's Economic Forecast**: The World Bank lowered the global economic growth forecast for 2025 from 2.7% to 2.3%, warning that the 2020s may be the weakest decade since the Apollo moon landing [15]. - **Indian Coal Production**: In May 2025, India's coal production increased both month - on - month and year - on - year, with a year - on - year increase of 2.83% and a month - on - month increase of 5.34% [15]. 3.3数据概览 (Data Overview) The report presents multiple data charts, including the spot price index of metallurgical coke in major markets, the summary price of main coking coal in major markets, the production and capacity utilization rate of coking plants and steel mills, the national daily average pig iron production, the coke inventory of ports/steel mills/coking plants, the profit per ton of independent coking plants, the production and operating rate of coal washing plants, the raw coal and clean coal inventory of coal washing plants, the coking coal inventory of ports/coking plants/steel mills, and the basis of Rizhao Port's quasi - first - class coke and September contracts and Linfen's low - sulfur main coking coal and September contracts. All data sources are from Mysteel and the Research and Development Department of CCB Futures [19][20][22][29][30][33].

Core Viewpoint - Mexico's Ministry of Economy has initiated a second sunset review investigation into anti-dumping measures on cold-rolled steel sheets originating from China, following a request from Ternium México, S.A. de C.V. [1] Group 1: Investigation Details - The investigation period for dumping is set from April 1, 2024, to March 31, 2025, while the damage investigation period spans from April 1, 2020, to March 31, 2025 [1] - The products involved are cold-rolled steel sheets with a width of at least 600 mm and a thickness between 0.5 mm and 3 mm, containing a boron content of at least 0.0008%, regardless of whether they are coated or not [1] - The relevant TIGIE tax codes for the products are 7209.16.01, 7209.17.01, and 7225.50.91 [1] Group 2: Historical Context - Mexico first initiated an anti-dumping investigation on cold-rolled steel sheets from China on April 24, 2014, and made a definitive ruling on June 19, 2015, imposing anti-dumping duties ranging from 65.99% to 103.41% on various Chinese companies [1] - The anti-dumping duties were reaffirmed during the first sunset review on August 16, 2021, maintaining the existing rates for another five years [1] - In July 2016, Mexico expanded the scope of the anti-dumping measures to include cold-rolled steel sheets with a boron content of at least 0.0008% under additional TIGIE tax codes [1]

Core Viewpoint - Mexico's Ministry of Economy announced the continuation of anti-dumping duties on cold-rolled steel plates from Russia and Kazakhstan, maintaining a 15% duty on Russian products and a 22% duty on Kazakh products, effective from June 30, 2024, for a period of five years [1]. Group 1 - The anti-dumping duties apply to cold-rolled carbon steel plates or coils with a width of at least 600 mm and a thickness between 0.5 mm and 3 mm, including both matte and glossy finishes [1]. - The measures will take effect immediately following the announcement and will last for five years [1]. Group 2 - Mexico initiated its first anti-dumping investigation on cold-rolled steel plates from Russia, Kazakhstan, and Bulgaria on March 20, 1998, leading to affirmative final rulings in June 1999 [2]. - The initial duties imposed were 83% for A.O. Severstal from Russia, 88% for other Russian companies, and 34% and 33% for Kazakhstan's products, with Bulgaria facing duties of 44% and 45% [2]. - Subsequent reviews in 2005, 2010, 2015, and 2020 extended the anti-dumping measures, with the most recent review confirming the current rates for Russia and Kazakhstan [2].

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Overweight" rating for the steel and non-ferrous metals sectors [5]. Core Insights - The report highlights that the aluminum oxide price has reached a two-month high, indicating potential upward trends in metal prices [1][2]. - The construction and real estate sectors are experiencing significant declines, with new construction area down by 23.80% year-on-year from January to April 2025 [1][24]. - The report notes a strong correlation between liquidity indicators and stock market performance, particularly the M1 and M2 growth rate differential [11][20]. Liquidity Analysis - The M1 and M2 growth rate differential was -6.5 percentage points in April 2025, a decrease of 1.10 percentage points month-on-month [11][20]. - The BCI small and medium enterprise financing environment index for May 2025 is at 49.09, up 2.20% from the previous month [11][20]. - The London gold spot price increased by 4.86% week-on-week [11]. Infrastructure and Real Estate Chain - The cumulative year-on-year new construction area for national real estate from January to April 2025 is down 23.80% [1][24]. - The national real estate sales area for the same period is down 2.80% year-on-year, with a slight improvement of 0.2 percentage points from the previous month [24]. - The report indicates that the national cement price index has decreased by 2.07% week-on-week, reflecting pressures in the construction materials market [62]. Industrial Chain Insights - The report notes that the operating rate for semi-steel tires is at a five-year high, indicating robust demand in the industrial sector [2][72]. - The price of tungsten concentrate has reached its highest level since 2011, while aluminum oxide prices have also hit a two-month high [2][2]. - The report provides insights into various commodity price movements, including a 0.84% increase in aluminum prices and a 0.88% decrease in copper prices [2][9]. Valuation Metrics - The report states that the PB ratio for the steel sector relative to the broader market is currently at 0.53, with historical highs reaching 0.82 [4]. - The report suggests that the profitability of the steel sector is expected to recover to historical average levels, driven by regulatory changes and market dynamics [4]. Export Chain Analysis - The new export orders PMI for China in April 2025 is at 44.70%, down 4.3 percentage points month-on-month, indicating weakening export demand [3][3]. - The report highlights that the CCFI composite index for container shipping rates has increased by 0.23% week-on-week, reflecting some resilience in logistics [3].

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Overweight" rating for the steel and non-ferrous metals sectors [5]. Core Insights - The national steel PMI new orders index for April reached 51%, marking a 9.9 percentage point increase from the previous month, indicating a recovery in demand [1][42]. - The financing environment index for small and medium enterprises in April 2025 was 48.03, reflecting a month-on-month decrease of 7.24%, suggesting tightening liquidity conditions [11][19]. - The report highlights that the profitability of the steel sector is expected to recover to historical average levels due to regulatory changes and improved demand dynamics [4]. Summary by Relevant Sections Liquidity - The BCI small and medium enterprises financing environment index for April 2025 is 48.03, down 7.24% month-on-month [11]. - The M1 and M2 growth rate difference was -5.4 percentage points in March 2025, with a month-on-month increase of 1.5 percentage points [19]. Infrastructure and Real Estate Chain - The national steel PMI new orders index for April was 51%, up 9.9 percentage points from the previous month [1][42]. - The average capacity utilization rate of blast furnaces was 92% in the latest week, reflecting a 0.4 percentage point increase [42]. Industrial Products Chain - The operating rate of semi-steel tires was 72.43%, down 5.68 percentage points from the previous week [2]. - The prices of major commodities showed mixed results, with cold-rolled steel prices increasing by 0.26% [2]. Sub-sectors - The price of tungsten concentrate reached a nearly 10-month high, indicating strong demand in niche markets [2]. - The price of graphite electrodes remained stable at 18,000 yuan/ton, with a profit margin of 1,357.4 yuan/ton, reflecting an 8.25% increase [2]. Price Relationships - The price spread between hot-rolled and rebar steel is at a low level not seen in the past five months, indicating potential pricing pressures [3]. - The new export orders PMI for China in April was 44.70%, down 4.3 percentage points from the previous month, suggesting weakening export demand [3]. Valuation Metrics - The report notes that the PB ratio for the steel sector relative to the broader market is currently at 0.52, with historical highs reaching 0.82 [4]. - The Shanghai Composite Index decreased by 0.43% in the latest week, while the steel sector showed a slight increase of 0.13% [4].