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].

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the article indicates that there are mixed trends in the prices of important production materials in the national circulation market, with 18 products experiencing price increases, 29 products seeing price decreases, and 3 products remaining stable during the early August period compared to late July [1] Group 2 - Specific price changes include urea (small granules) decreasing by 22.9 to 88.9, representing a decline of 1.3% [3] - Compound fertilizer (potassium sulfate compound fertilizer, nitrogen-phosphorus-potassium content 45%) increased by 2.1 to 3180.0, reflecting a rise of 0.1% [3] - Pesticides (glyphosate, 95% raw material) rose significantly by 245.8 to 26708.3, marking an increase of 0.9% [3] - Natural rubber (standard rubber SCRWF) decreased by 577.1 to 14329.2, showing a decline of 5.9% [3] - Paper (imported needle paper) fell by 96.5 to 5772.5, indicating a decrease of 1.6% [3] - Corrugated paper (AA grade 120g) increased by 42.3 to 2558.2, representing a rise of 17% [3]