Core Viewpoint - The monitoring of market prices for 50 important production materials across nine categories in the national circulation sector indicates that in early November 2025, 26 products saw price increases, while 23 experienced declines, and 1 remained stable [1]. Price Changes Summary 1. Steel Products - Rebar (Φ20mm, HRB400E) decreased by 3.8 yuan to 3118.5 yuan, a drop of 0.1% - Wire rod (Φ8-10mm, HPB300) fell by 10.0 yuan to 3271.7 yuan, a decrease of 0.3% - Ordinary medium plate (20mm, Q235) dropped by 13.7 yuan to 3411.8 yuan, a decline of 0.4% - Hot-rolled ordinary plate coil (4.75-11.5mm, Q235) decreased by 22.9 yuan to 3296.7 yuan, down 0.7% - Seamless steel pipe (219*6, 20) fell by 17.1 yuan to 4079.2 yuan, a decrease of 0.4% [2]. 2. Non-ferrous Metals - Electrolytic copper (1) decreased by 599.6 yuan to 86209.2 yuan, down 0.7% - Aluminum ingot (A00) increased by 319.5 yuan to 21418.3 yuan, up 1.5% - Zinc ingot (0) rose by 371.7 yuan to 22516.7 yuan, an increase of 1.7% [2]. 3. Chemical Products - Sulfuric acid (98%) increased by 71.0 yuan to 785.3 yuan, up 9.9% - Caustic soda (liquid, 32%) decreased by 11.2 yuan to 858.1 yuan, down 1.3% - Methanol (first grade) fell by 86.9 yuan to 2074.4 yuan, a decline of 4.0% [2]. 4. Energy Products - Liquefied natural gas (LNG) increased by 86.8 yuan to 4323.9 yuan, up 2.0% - Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) rose by 34.6 yuan to 4275.0 yuan, an increase of 0.8% [2]. 5. Coal - Anthracite (washed medium block) increased by 45.5 yuan to 949.5 yuan, up 5.0% - Ordinary mixed coal (4500 kcal) rose by 24.4 yuan to 611.8 yuan, an increase of 4.2% [2]. 6. Agricultural Products - Rice (Japonica) decreased by 9.9 yuan to 3909.7 yuan, down 0.3% - Wheat (national standard first grade) increased by 17.9 yuan to 2486.5 yuan, up 0.7% [3]. 7. Agricultural Production Materials - Urea (medium and small particles) increased by 3.1 yuan to 1619.8 yuan, up 0.2% - Compound fertilizer (potassium sulfate compound fertilizer, nitrogen-phosphorus-potassium content 45%) rose by 59 yuan to 3148.7 yuan, up 0.2% [3]. 8. Forest Products - Natural rubber (standard rubber SCRWF) decreased by 179.9 yuan to 14476.4 yuan, down 1.2% - Pulp (imported needle leaf pulp) increased by 14.7 yuan to 5520.0 yuan, up 0.3% [3].

Core Insights - The National Bureau of Statistics released data on the price changes of important production materials in the circulation field for early November 2025, indicating that 26 products saw price increases, 23 experienced declines, and 1 remained stable compared to late October 2025 [1]. Group 1: Price Changes Overview - In the black metal category, prices for rebar and wire rod decreased slightly, while angle steel saw a minor increase [3]. - The non-ferrous metals category showed a mixed trend, with aluminum ingots and lead ingots increasing, while electrolytic copper prices fell [3]. - Chemical products experienced significant price fluctuations, with sulfuric acid rising sharply, while several other chemicals like methanol and styrene saw declines [3]. Group 2: Energy and Coal Prices - In the petroleum and natural gas sector, liquefied natural gas (LNG) and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) prices increased, while gasoline prices decreased [3]. - Coal prices showed an upward trend, particularly for non-caking coal and ordinary mixed coal, reflecting a general increase in energy costs [3]. Group 3: Agricultural Products - Among agricultural products, wheat prices increased slightly, while prices for corn and cotton declined [4]. - Soybean and soybean meal prices rose, indicating a potential increase in demand or supply constraints [4]. - The prices of agricultural production materials like compound fertilizers showed minor increases, while some pesticides experienced price drops [4].

Core Viewpoint - The monitoring of market prices for 50 important production materials across nine categories shows a mixed trend, with 26 products experiencing price increases, 23 seeing declines, and one remaining stable in early November 2025 compared to late October 2025 [2][3]. Group 1: Price Changes in Major Categories - In the black metal category, prices for rebar decreased by 3.8 yuan per ton to 3118.5 yuan, while ordinary medium plates fell by 13.7 yuan to 3411.8 yuan [5]. - In the non-ferrous metal category, electrolytic copper saw a decline of 599.6 yuan per ton, now priced at 86209.2 yuan, while aluminum ingots increased by 319.5 yuan to 21418.3 yuan [6]. - Chemical products experienced varied changes, with sulfuric acid rising by 71.0 yuan to 785.3 yuan, while methanol dropped by 86.9 yuan to 2074.4 yuan [6][10]. Group 2: Energy and Coal Prices - In the petroleum and natural gas sector, liquefied natural gas (LNG) prices increased by 86.8 yuan to 4323.9 yuan per ton, while gasoline (95) prices decreased by 93.3 yuan to 8000.3 yuan [8]. - Coal prices showed a mixed trend, with ordinary mixed coal rising by 24.4 yuan to 611.8 yuan per ton, while coking coal prices were reported at 1623.3 yuan [9]. Group 3: Agricultural Products and Fertilizers - In agricultural products, the price of rice fell by 9.9 yuan to 3909.7 yuan per ton, while soybean prices increased by 49.2 yuan to 4298.3 yuan [10]. - Fertilizer prices also varied, with urea increasing by 3.1 yuan to 1619.8 yuan per ton, while the price of glyphosate decreased by 125.0 yuan to 27375.0 yuan [10]. Group 4: Monitoring Methodology - The price monitoring encompasses 31 provinces and over 300 trading markets, involving nearly 2000 wholesalers, agents, and distributors [13]. - The methodology includes on-site price collection, telephone inquiries, and electronic communications for data accuracy [14].

Core Insights - The National Bureau of Statistics reported that in late October 2025, compared to mid-October, 26 out of 50 monitored important production materials saw price increases, while 22 experienced declines, and 2 remained stable. Notably, the price of live pigs (external three yuan) increased by 10.1% [1][3]. Group 1: Price Changes in Major Categories - In the black metal category, rebar (Φ20mm, HRB400E) rose by 0.4% to 3122.3 yuan per ton, while ordinary medium plates (20mm, Q235) fell by 0.6% to 3425.5 yuan per ton [2]. - In the non-ferrous metals category, electrolytic copper (1) increased by 1.6% to 86808.8 yuan per ton, while aluminum ingots (A00) rose by 0.9% to 21098.8 yuan per ton [2]. - In the chemical products category, sulfuric acid (98%) surged by 9.1% to 714.3 yuan per ton, while methanol (first-class) decreased by 2.3% to 2161.3 yuan per ton [2]. - In the petroleum and natural gas category, liquefied natural gas (LNG) saw a significant increase of 10.3% to 4237.1 yuan per ton, while liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) dropped by 3.0% to 4240.4 yuan per ton [2]. - In the coal category, anthracite (washed middle block) rose by 3.4% to 904.0 yuan per ton, while ordinary mixed coal (4500 kcal) increased by 5.9% to 587.4 yuan per ton [2]. - In the agricultural products category, the price of live pigs (external three yuan) increased by 10.1% to 12.0 yuan per kilogram, while corn (yellow corn, second grade) decreased by 0.1% to 2152.8 yuan per ton [3]. Group 2: Summary of Price Movements - The overall trend indicates a mixed performance across various sectors, with notable price increases in agricultural products and certain metals, while other categories like chemicals and petroleum products experienced declines [1][2][3]. - The data reflects ongoing volatility in the market, influenced by supply chain dynamics and demand fluctuations across different industries [1][2].

Core Insights - The National Bureau of Statistics reported significant price changes in the market for important production materials in mid-October 2025, with 17 products experiencing price increases, 30 products seeing price declines, and 3 products remaining stable [1]. Group 1: Price Changes in Key Categories - In the category of ferrous metals, prices for rebar (Φ20mm, HRB400E) decreased by 73.6 yuan (-2.3%), and wire rod (Φ8-10mm, HPB300) fell by 67.0 yuan (-2.0%) [2]. - For non-ferrous metals, electrolytic copper (1) saw a price increase of 4220.0 yuan (5.2%), while aluminum ingot (A00) rose by 186.7 yuan (0.9%) [2]. - Chemical products experienced mixed results, with sulfuric acid (98%) increasing by 10.1 yuan (1.6%), while pure benzene (industrial grade) dropped by 290.0 yuan (-4.9%) [2]. Group 2: Energy and Coal Prices - In the petroleum and natural gas sector, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) decreased by 113.8 yuan (-2.5%), while gasoline (95 National VI) fell by 120.0 yuan (-1.4%) [2]. - Coal prices showed some increases, with Shanxi mixed coal (5000 kcal) rising by 18.4 yuan (3.0%) and coking coal (main coking coal) increasing by 11.4 yuan (0.8%) [2]. Group 3: Agricultural Products - In agricultural products, the price of wheat (national standard first grade) increased by 22.9 yuan, while the price of dry rice (second grade) decreased by 145.7 yuan (-6.3%) [3]. - The price of soybeans (yellow soybeans) fell by 51.3 yuan (-1.2%), while the price of urea (medium and small particles) decreased by 54.2 yuan (-3.3%) [3].

Core Insights - The monitoring of market prices for 50 important production materials in the national circulation sector shows that, compared to mid-August 2025, 17 products saw price increases, 28 experienced declines, and 5 remained stable [1] Price Changes Summary 1. Steel Products - Rebar (Φ20mm, HRB400E) decreased by 42.8 yuan, down 1.3% - Wire rod (8-10mm HPB300) decreased by 48.9 yuan, down 1.4% - Ordinary medium plate (20mm Q235) decreased by 15.5 yuan, down 0.4% - Hot-rolled ordinary plate (4.75-11.5mm, Q235) decreased by 37.4 yuan, down 1.1% [2] 2. Non-ferrous Metals - Electrolytic copper (1) increased by 59.6 yuan, up 0.1% - Aluminum ingot (A00) increased by 107.6 yuan, up 0.5% - Zinc ingot (0) decreased by 201.3 yuan, down 0.9% [2] 3. Chemical Products - Caustic soda (liquid, 32%) increased by 26.4 yuan, up 3.0% - Methanol (first-class) decreased by 37.2 yuan, down 1.6% - Polypropylene (drawing material) decreased by 56.1 yuan, down 0.8% [2] 4. Energy Products - Liquefied natural gas (LNG) decreased by 90.7 yuan, down 2.2% - Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) increased by 67.0 yuan, up 1.5% - Gasoline (95 National VI) decreased by 40.2 yuan, down 0.5% [2] 5. Coal - Anthracite (washed lump) decreased by 17.0 yuan, down 2.0% - Shanxi mixed coal (5000 kcal) decreased by 4.2 yuan, down 0.7% - Coking coal (main coking coal) remained unchanged at 1425.0 yuan [2] 6. Agricultural Products - Rice (Jiang Song rice) remained stable at 4037.0 yuan - Wheat (National standard third grade) decreased by 4.9 yuan, down 0.2% - Cotton (white cotton grade three) increased by 141.9 yuan, up 1.0% [3] 7. Agricultural Production Materials - Urea (medium and small particles) decreased by 6.3 yuan, down 0.4% - Compound fertilizer (potassium sulfate compound fertilizer, nitrogen-phosphorus-potassium content 45%) remained stable at 3180.0 yuan - Pesticides (glyphosate, 95% raw material) increased by 110.7 yuan, up 0.4% [3] 8. Forestry Products - Natural rubber (standard rubber SCRWF) increased by 128.0 yuan, up 0.9% - Pulp (imported needle pulp) decreased by 90.3 yuan, down 1.6% - Corrugated paper (AA grade 120g) increased by 63.8 yuan, up 2.4% [3]

Price Changes Overview - In early August 2025, the National Bureau of Statistics reported price changes in 50 important production materials across nine categories, with 18 products experiencing price increases, 29 seeing declines, and 3 remaining stable [1] - The price of live pigs (external three yuan) decreased by 1.4% compared to the end of July [1] Steel Products - Rebar (Φ20mm, HRB400E) price decreased to 3267.4 yuan, down by 36.7 yuan (-1.1%) [2] - Wire rod (Φ8-10mm, HPB300) price fell to 3422.5 yuan, down by 46.5 yuan (-1.3%) [2] - Ordinary medium plate (20mm, Q235) price slightly decreased to 3522.2 yuan, down by 4.1 yuan (-0.1%) [2] Non-Ferrous Metals - Electrolytic copper (1) price dropped to 78442.5 yuan, down by 1031.9 yuan (-1.3%) [2] - Aluminum ingot (A00) price decreased to 20578.3 yuan, down by 189.2 yuan (-0.9%) [2] - Zinc ingot (0) price fell to 22353.3 yuan, down by 393.0 yuan (-1.7%) [2] Chemical Products - Sulfuric acid (98%) price increased to 716.3 yuan, up by 12.0 yuan (+1.7%) [2] - Caustic soda (liquid, 32%) price decreased to 866.3 yuan, down by 5.4 yuan (-0.6%) [2] - Polypropylene (fiber grade) price fell to 7038.9 yuan, down by 56.5 yuan (-0.8%) [2] Energy Products - Liquefied natural gas (LNG) price decreased to 4227.1 yuan, down by 96.6 yuan (-2.2%) [2] - Gasoline (95 National VI) price slightly decreased to 8578.2 yuan, down by 12.2 yuan (-0.1%) [2] - Diesel (0 National VI) price fell to 7155.5 yuan, down by 27.4 yuan (-0.4%) [2] Agricultural Products - Cotton (white cotton grade three) price decreased to 14388.5 yuan, down by 527.8 yuan (-3.5%) [3] - Soybeans (yellow soybeans) price fell to 4390.2 yuan, down by 31.7 yuan (-0.7%) [3] - Corn (yellow corn grade two) price decreased to 2328.0 yuan, down by 12.3 yuan (-0.5%) [3] Agricultural Production Materials - Urea (medium and small particles) price decreased to 1788.9 yuan, down by 22.9 yuan (-1.3%) [3] - Compound fertilizer (potassium sulfate compound fertilizer, nitrogen-phosphorus-potassium content 45%) price increased to 3180.0 yuan, up by 2.1 yuan (+0.1%) [3] - Pesticides (95% active ingredient) price increased to 26708.3 yuan, up by 245.8 yuan (+0.9%) [3]