Report Industry Investment Rating - Not provided Core View of the Report - On Monday, most futures prices of the Container Shipping Index (European Line) declined. The main contract EC2510 fell 0.72%, and the far - month contracts fell about 1%. The latest SCFIS European Line settlement freight rate index dropped 18.7 points from last week, a 0.8% decline. Trump's "reciprocal tariff" measures and China's counter - measures have intensified trade uncertainties. Although the US consumer end shows resilience, inflation has an upward risk. The demand expectation for the Container Shipping Index (European Line) is weak, and the futures price fluctuates greatly. However, the rapid recovery of spot - end price indicators may drive the futures price to rise in the short term. Investors are advised to be cautious and track relevant data [1] Summary by Relevant Sections Futures Market Data - EC main contract closing price is 1421.800, down 10.3; EC second - main contract closing price is 1677.2, down 10.7. The EC2510 - EC2512 spread is - 255.40, up 13.00; the EC2510 - EC2602 spread is - 48.40, up 17.60. The EC contract basis is - 16.50, down. The futures holding position is 51053 hands, down 1323 [1] Spot Market Data - SCFIS (European Line) (weekly) is 2297.86, down 18.70; SCFIS (US West Line) (weekly) is 1130.42, down 153.39. SCFI (Comprehensive Index) (weekly) is 1550.74, down 41.85. Container ship capacity is 1227.97 (ten thousand TEUs), up 0.04. CCFI (Comprehensive Index) (weekly) is 1232.29, down 29.06; CCFI (European Line) (weekly) is 1789.50, up 2.26. The Baltic Dry Index (daily) is 2018.00, down 15.00; the Panamax Freight Index (daily) is 1644.00, up 15.00. The average charter price of Panamax ships is 12235.00, down 128.00; the average charter price of Capesize ships is 27300.00, up 1386.00 [1] Industry News - The central bank will continue to implement a moderately loose monetary policy, support key areas, and promote the use of RMB in trade. Trump signed an executive order to impose 10% - 41% reciprocal tariffs on some countries, with the tariffs taking effect on August 7, 2025. Fed理事库格勒 will leave office on August 8, creating uncertainty about the Fed chair appointment [1] Key Data to Follow - August 5, 14:45: France's June industrial output monthly rate; August 5, 17:00: Eurozone's June PPI monthly rate; August 5, 20:30: US June trade balance (in billions of dollars) [1]

Core Insights - The Baltic Dry Index (BDI) has rebounded significantly in the first half of 2025, with a cumulative increase of 49.35%, indicating a strong performance among global asset classes [1] - The BDI serves as a barometer for global economic conditions, reflecting trade market health and demand fluctuations, particularly in relation to China's import and export activities [1][2] - China's ports are undergoing a transformation towards digitalization, intelligence, and sustainability, enhancing the resilience and vitality of the shipping industry [1][5] Economic Trends - The BDI is closely correlated with global economic development, particularly in the demand for raw materials essential for manufacturing, such as iron ore, coal, and grains [2] - Historical data shows that the BDI trends align with global GDP growth and manufacturing PMI, indicating its role as a leading indicator for macroeconomic conditions [2][3] - The first quarter of 2025 saw a recovery in dry bulk shipping demand, although fluctuations occurred due to U.S. tariff policies impacting global trade sentiment [3] China's Port Performance - In the first five months of 2025, China's major ports handled 7.34 billion tons of cargo, a year-on-year increase of 3.8%, with foreign trade throughput growing by 1.8% [4] - Container throughput reached 14 million TEUs, reflecting a 7.4% year-on-year increase, showcasing the resilience of China's foreign trade [4] - The rise in the BDI corresponds with the increase in container throughput at Chinese ports, indicating stable growth in foreign trade and the recovery of the industrial chain [4] Shipping Industry Developments - The 2025 Xinhua-Baltic International Shipping Center Development Index indicates that Shanghai ranks third globally among shipping centers, with other Chinese ports also improving their standings [4] - The adaptability and resilience of Chinese ports and foreign trade enterprises are highlighted as key factors in maintaining stable international trade amidst a complex global economic environment [5] - The evolution of international shipping centers is driven by the need to manage increasing trade volumes while addressing challenges and opportunities in a changing world [5]