Group 1 - As of 15:00 today, LME nickel is trading around $15,350 per ton, while the main contract for Shanghai nickel closed down by 70 to 121,500 yuan per ton, indicating a lack of strong rebound but maintaining previous levels, with expectations for opportunities next week [1] - The stainless steel futures main contract on the Shanghai Futures Exchange also saw a decline of 50 to 12,860 yuan per ton, reflecting a weak but stable market [1] - In the spot market, the stainless steel market is generally stable with flexible pricing strategies to stimulate sales, although the overall trading atmosphere remains quiet, with only specific specifications showing some activity [1] Group 2 - Afternoon reports indicate that the mainstream price for 304 private sector cold-rolled resources is in the range of 12,750-13,050 yuan, while the hot-rolled large plate resources are maintaining around 12,650-12,700 yuan, showing little change from earlier levels [1] - For 201 stainless steel, cold and hot rolled prices have decreased by 20-50 yuan, with J1 cold-rolled resources reported at 7,500-7,850 yuan, and J2 and J5 resources around 7,050-7,150 yuan, indicating a downward trend [1] - The market is experiencing narrow fluctuations as it approaches the end of the month, with demand present but not fully realized, suggesting potential opportunities for market participants [1]