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 released the price changes of important production materials in circulation as of mid-September 2025, indicating that 25 products saw price increases, 23 experienced declines, and 2 remained stable [1] Group 1: Price Changes Overview - Among the monitored 50 important production materials, 25 products increased in price while 23 decreased, with 2 products remaining unchanged [1] Group 2: Specific Product Price Changes - Black Metals: - Rebar (Φ20mm, HRB400E) rose by 9.1 yuan to 3184.1 yuan, a 0.3% increase - Wire rod (Φ8-10mm, HPB300) increased by 13.2 yuan to 3317.6 yuan, a 0.4% increase - Ordinary medium plate (20mm, Q235) increased by 11.7 yuan to 3512.9 yuan, a 0.3% increase [2] - Non-ferrous Metals: - Electrolytic copper (1) increased by 520.7 yuan to 80550.7 yuan, a 0.7% increase - Aluminum ingot (A00) rose by 208.0 yuan to 20894.3 yuan, a 1.0% increase - Lead ingot (1) increased by 153.6 yuan to 16878.6 yuan, a 0.9% increase [2] - Chemical Products: - Sulfuric acid (98%) decreased by 31.6 yuan to 685.0 yuan, a 4.4% decrease - Caustic soda (liquid, 32%) fell by 16.5 yuan to 893.2 yuan, a 1.8% decrease - Methanol (first grade) increased by 35.8 yuan to 2258.5 yuan, a 1.6% increase [2] - Energy Products: - Liquefied natural gas (LNG) decreased by 60.9 yuan to 3863.8 yuan, a 1.6% decrease - Gasoline (95 National VI) fell by 19.3 yuan to 8401.0 yuan, a 0.2% decrease - Diesel (0 National VI) decreased by 14.8 yuan to 6987.8 yuan, a 0.2% decrease [2] - Coal: - Anthracite (washed middle block) increased by 20.1 yuan to 869.1 yuan, a 2.4% increase - Ordinary mixed coal (4500 kcal) rose by 2.7 yuan to 529.3 yuan, a 0.5% increase - Coking coal (main coking coal) remained stable at 1421.4 yuan, with a negligible change [2] - Agricultural Products: - Rice (glutinous rice) decreased by 10.3 yuan to 4021.0 yuan, a 0.3% decrease - Wheat (national standard grade three) fell by 2.6 yuan to 2413.0 yuan, a 0.1% decrease - Soybeans (yellow soybeans) increased by 33.4 yuan to 4432.0 yuan, a 0.8% increase [3]

Core Insights - The National Bureau of Statistics reported on the price changes of important production materials in circulation as of mid-August 2025, indicating a mixed trend with 27 products increasing in price, 17 decreasing, and 6 remaining stable [1] Group 1: Price Changes Overview - Among the monitored products, ordinary mixed coal (4500 kcal) saw a price increase of 4.3%, while soybean meal (with crude protein content ≥43%) rose by 2.6%. Conversely, live pigs (external three yuan) experienced a price drop of 0.7% [1] - The report covers nine categories and 50 types of important production materials, reflecting a comprehensive assessment of market conditions [1] Group 2: Detailed Price Movements - In the ferrous metals category, rebar (Φ20mm, HRB400E) decreased by 0.2% to 3261.0 yuan, while ordinary medium plate (20mm, Q235) increased by 0.5% to 3541.3 yuan [3] - In the non-ferrous metals sector, electrolytic copper (1) increased by 0.9% to 79177.5 yuan, while aluminum ingot (A00) rose by 0.3% to 20633.8 yuan [3] - Chemical products showed varied movements, with sulfuric acid (98%) increasing by 0.3% to 718.4 yuan, while methanol (first-class) decreased by 0.2% to 2266.0 yuan [3] - In the energy sector, liquefied natural gas (LNG) fell by 4.4% to 4042.3 yuan, while gasoline (95 National VI) decreased by 0.8% to 8509.5 yuan [3] - Coal prices showed an upward trend, with ordinary mixed coal (4500 kcal) increasing by 4.3% to 564.5 yuan [3] - Agricultural products also experienced price fluctuations, with cotton (white cotton grade three) rising by 1.6% to 14614.4 yuan, while live pigs (external three yuan) fell by 0.7% to 13.8 yuan per kilogram [4]