1. Report Industry Investment Rating - Not provided in the report 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - The Christmas stocking demand is conducive to the recovery of futures prices. Most shipping companies slightly raised their freight rates in mid - and late December, which also supported the futures prices. However, most of them are still waiting and seeing for the January quotes, and the subsequent focus should be on Maersk's price increase announcement. [8][9][38][39] - Although the trade relations are gradually improving, China's exports to the US are still under pressure due to the nearly 40% tax rate, which has a certain negative impact on the pre - Christmas demand. The boosting effect of the traditional peak season may be weaker than expected. [9][39] - The current freight rate market is greatly affected by news, and the futures prices are expected to fluctuate more violently. Investors are advised to be cautious, pay attention to the operation rhythm and risk control, and track geopolitical, shipping capacity and cargo volume data in a timely manner. [9][39] 3. Summary According to the Directory 3.1. Market Review - The futures prices of the Container Freight Index (European Line) fluctuated slightly this week. The main contract EC2602 closed up 3.95%, while the far - month contracts had gains and losses ranging from - 1% to 4%, with relatively small fluctuations. [8][12][38] - The latest SCFIS European Line settlement freight rate index was 1509.10, up 25.45 points from last week, a month - on - month increase of 1.7%. [8][12][38] - In November, China's manufacturing PMI data showed a slight recovery, generally in line with the seasonal pattern. The new export order index rebounded to 47.9, indicating that the terminal transportation demand recovered before Christmas. [8][38] - The trading volume and open interest of the EC2512 contract increased this week, and the trading sentiment warmed up. [18] 3.2. News Review and Analysis - Fed Chairman Powell said that monetary policy has no preset path and will be decided based on data in each meeting. Inflation is still high, but non - tariff - driven core inflation has improved significantly. If there are no new tariffs, commodity inflation is expected to peak in the first quarter of 2026. Interest rates are at the upper end of the neutral range, and the policy is transitioning from restrictive to neutral. US President Trump criticized Powell for the small rate cut. [23] - According to a report by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development, global trade volume will increase by about 7% (an increase of $2.2 trillion) in 2025, reaching a record of $35 trillion, driven by East Asia, Africa and South - South trade. [23] - Ukrainian President Zelensky discussed a new peace plan draft with leaders of the UK, France and Germany. They reached a consensus on security guarantees for Ukraine, post - war reconstruction and next steps, and also discussed defense support for Ukraine. [23] - Chinese Minister of Commerce Wang Wentao said that during the 15th Five - Year Plan period, China will implement a special consumption - boosting action, expand and upgrade commodity consumption, and increase inclusive policies for consumers. It will also expand independent opening - up, promote innovative development of trade and expand two - way investment cooperation. [23] - The EU is considering postponing the plan to ban the sale of new fuel - powered vehicles by five years to 2040, and the new plan may allow the sale of plug - in hybrid and extended - range electric vehicles for up to five years after 2035. [23] 3.3. Weekly Market Data - The basis and price difference of the Container Freight Index (European Line) futures contracts shrank this week. [26] - The global container shipping capacity continued to grow, while the shipping capacity on the European line decreased slightly. The BDI and BPI rebounded this week, and the freight rates were slightly raised. [31] - The charter price of Panamax ships continued to rise this week, and the spread between the offshore and on - shore RMB against the US dollar converged. [34] 3.4. Market Outlook and Strategy - The Christmas stocking demand and the slight increase of freight rates by most shipping companies in mid - and late December support the futures prices, but the January quotes are still uncertain, and Maersk's price increase announcement should be closely watched. [9][38][39] - China's exports to the US are still under pressure due to high tax rates, which weakens the pre - Christmas demand and the boosting effect of the peak season. [9][39] - The futures prices are expected to fluctuate more violently, and investors are advised to be cautious, pay attention to risk control and track relevant data. [9][39]

Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. Core View of the Report - This week, the futures prices of the Container Shipping Index (European Line) declined collectively. The main contract EC2602 fell 6.67%, and the far - month contracts fell between 7 - 11%. The poor implementation of the freight rate increase plan led to a significant decline in the near - month futures prices. The latest SCFIS European Line settlement freight rate index rebounded significantly, up 20.7% week - on - week. The recovery foundation of terminal transportation demand is not solid. Spot freight rates decreased, and the geopolitical conflict between Russia and Ukraine remained stalemated. The eurozone economy continued to improve. The shipping capacity remained loose, and the traditional peak - season boost effect might be weaker than expected. The futures prices are expected to fluctuate more violently [6][42]. Summary According to the Table of Contents 1. Market Review - Futures: The main contract price of the Container Shipping Index (European Line) futures declined rapidly this week. Contracts such as EC2512, EC2602, EC2604, EC2606, EC2608, and EC2610 all had different degrees of decline, with the decline ranging from 6.55% to 11.03%. The trading volume and open interest of the EC2512 contract remained high, and market trading warmed up [9][13][15]. - Spot: The latest SCFIS European Line settlement freight rate index was 1639.37, up 271.7 points from last week, a 20.7% week - on - week increase [6][42]. 2. News Review and Analysis - China expressed strong dissatisfaction and firm opposition to Japan's prime minister's wrong remarks on Taiwan. This news was considered neutral to bearish [18]. - Trump's team made progress in ending the Russia - Ukraine conflict, and a peace plan was being negotiated. This news was considered neutral to bullish [18]. - The European Central Bank's meeting minutes strengthened the market's expectation that the current interest - rate cut cycle had ended, which was considered neutral to bullish [18]. - Some Fed officials signaled interest - rate cuts, while others thought it was necessary to hold the rates steady in December. This news was considered neutral [18]. 3. Chart Analysis - The basis and spread of the Container Shipping Index (European Line) futures contracts shrank this week [25]. - The export container freight rate index declined collectively this week [29]. - Global container shipping capacity continued to grow, and the European Line capacity recovered as the peak season approached. The BDI and BPI declined due to geopolitical factors [32]. - The charter price of Panamax ships fluctuated at a high level this week, and the spread between the offshore and on - shore RMB against the US dollar narrowed [36]. 4. Market Outlook and Strategy - The futures prices of the Container Shipping Index (European Line) declined this week. The implementation of the freight rate increase plan was poor, and the recovery of terminal transportation demand was not solid. Spot freight rates decreased, and the geopolitical situation was stalemated while the eurozone economy continued to improve [42]. - The shipping capacity remained loose, and the boost effect of the traditional peak season might be weaker than expected. The futures prices are expected to fluctuate more violently. Investors are advised to be cautious, pay attention to the operation rhythm and risk control, and track geopolitical, capacity, and cargo volume data in a timely manner [7][43].

Report Summary 1. Investment Rating No investment rating for the industry is provided in the report. 2. Core View The trade war situation has improved, and there is a substantial turning point in geopolitical conflicts, but it has not yet affected the trade sector. Japan's actions may exacerbate geopolitical risks. China's export performance was weak in October, and freight rates lack support. With the arrival of the fourth - quarter shipping peak season, the demand side may pick up. The current freight rate market is highly influenced by news, and futures prices are expected to fluctuate more violently. Investors are advised to be cautious, pay attention to operation rhythm and risk control, and track geopolitical, shipping capacity, and cargo volume data in a timely manner [6][34]. 3. Summary by Directory 3.1 Market Review - The futures prices of the container shipping index (European line) declined collectively this week. The main contract EC2602 closed down 3.78%, and the far - month contracts fell between 1 - 3%. The latest SCFIS European line settlement freight rate index was 1357.67, down 147.13 points from last week, a 9.8% month - on - month decrease, which drove down the futures prices [5][33]. - The price of the main contract of the container shipping index (European line) futures decreased slightly this week. The trading volume and open interest of the EC2602 contract increased, and market trading warmed up [10][13]. 3.2 News Review and Analysis - Japan's actions, including the prime minister's wrong remarks on Taiwan and the issue of Japanese aquatic product exports, may have a negative impact on the market [18]. - Statements from the State Council Premier at the SCO meeting and the Fed's policy meeting minutes are considered neutral [18]. - The US's modification of patent rules and restrictions on Chinese enterprises are negative, while the Netherlands' suspension of the administrative order against Anshi Semiconductor is neutral to positive [18]. 3.3 Weekly Market Data - The basis of the container shipping index (European line) futures contracts shrank, and the spread widened this week [21]. - The export container freight rate index rebounded rapidly this week. Global container shipping capacity continued to grow, and the shipping capacity on the European line recovered with the approaching peak season. The BDI and BPI declined due to geopolitical factors [24][27]. - The charter price of Panamax ships fluctuated at a high level this week, and the spread between the offshore and on - shore RMB against the US dollar converged [29]. 3.4 Market Outlook and Strategy - The futures prices of the container shipping index (European line) declined collectively this week. China's manufacturing PMI in October declined more than seasonally, and the new export order index dropped significantly. The freight rate expectation continued to fall as shipping companies' price - support actions did not fully materialize. The Middle East situation postponed the expectation of Red Sea re - navigation. Germany's economic performance boosted market confidence [5][33]. - Considering the overall situation, although there are positive signs in trade and geopolitics, the freight rate lacks support. With the peak season approaching, the demand side may improve. The market is volatile, and investors should be cautious and track relevant data [6][34].

Report Summary 1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Viewpoints - This week, the futures prices of the Container Shipping Index (European Line) rose collectively. The main contract EC2512 closed up 10.42%, and the far - month contracts rose between 4 - 10%. The latest SCFIS European Line settlement freight rate index was 1031.80, up 108.58 points from last week, a 10.5% week - on - week increase. The improvement in the spot index boosted the futures price [8][41]. - The improvement of the trade - war situation, the substantial inflection point of the geopolitical conflict towards mitigation, and the successive announcements of price increases by leading shipping companies for November freight rates led to a rapid rebound in futures prices. The arrival of the peak shipping season in the fourth quarter also had an impact [9][42]. - The current freight market is highly influenced by news, and futures prices fluctuate greatly. Investors are advised to be cautious, pay attention to operation rhythm and risk control, and track geopolitical, capacity, and cargo volume data in a timely manner [9][42]. 3. Summary by Directory 3.1. Market Review - The main contract price of the Container Shipping Index (European Line) futures rose significantly this week. The EC2512 contract's trading volume and open interest increased, and market trading became more active [15][21]. - The table shows the weekly price changes of different contracts. For example, EC2510 rose 3.55%, EC2512 rose 10.42%, etc. [12] 3.2. News Review and Analysis - There were various news events, including trade - related communications between China and the EU and the Netherlands, statements from Trump about trade with China, remarks from Putin about US sanctions, and the EU's sanctions on Russian - related and Chinese enterprises. The impacts of these events were rated as neutral, neutral, neutral - bearish, and neutral - bearish respectively [24]. 3.3. Weekly Market Data - The basis and spread of the Container Shipping Index (European Line) futures contracts widened this week [27]. - The export container freight rate index declined this week [30]. - Container ship capacity continued to grow. The BDI and BPI declined due to geopolitical factors [34]. - The charter price of Panamax ships continued to rise this week, and the spread between the offshore and on - shore RMB against the US dollar widened [36]. 3.4. Market Outlook and Strategy - The same as the core viewpoints, including the rise of futures prices, the factors affecting the price increase, and investment suggestions [41][42]

Report Summary 1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant information provided. 2. Core View of the Report - The freight rates are still suppressed by fundamentals in the short term. With demand not significantly improving, over - capacity remains a huge pressure on the supply side, limiting the recovery space of shipping prosperity. - Whether the price increase announced by leading shipping companies in December can be implemented depends on the cargo volume in the fourth quarter. Although the economic data of the eurozone has improved, the overall situation is not optimistic. - The uncertainty of tariffs is too high. Although it has improved in the short term, the market is generally in a wait - and - see mode before the holiday. Overall, freight and industry profitability are expected to be under pressure, and the traditional peak season this year may show the characteristic of "not a real peak season", with freight rates expected to fluctuate weakly. [7][38] 3. Summary by Directory 3.1. Market Review - This week, the futures prices of the container shipping index (European line) rose collectively. The main contract EC2510 closed up 6.22%, and the far - month contracts rose between 1 - 9%. The latest SCFIS European line settlement freight rate index was 1254.92, down 185.32 points from last week, a 12.9% month - on - month decline. - The trading volume and open interest of the EC2510 contract were generally weak this week, and the market was mainly in a wait - and - see mode. [6][10][15] 3.2. News Review and Analysis | News | Impact | | --- | --- | | The US issued a document officially finalizing a tariff agreement with the EU, confirming a 15% tariff on EU cars and auto parts since August 1st. Since September 1st, EU pharmaceuticals, aircraft and their parts, generic drugs and their raw materials, as well as some metals and ores have been included in the tariff exemption list. | Bullish | | Premier Li Qiang met with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in New York, emphasizing the importance of trade and investment market openness and avoiding politicizing and securitizing economic and trade issues. | Neutral | | The Ministry of Commerce responded to China - US soy trade and Boeing aircraft purchase negotiations, stating that the US should cancel unreasonable tariffs and that the biggest obstacle to normal China - US economic and trade cooperation is US unilateral restrictions. | Neutral | | The OECD released a mid - term outlook report, raising the forecast of global economic growth in 2025 to 3.2% (up 0.3 percentage points from the June forecast) and keeping the 2026 forecast at 2.9%. The economic growth forecasts of the US, eurozone, Japan, and the UK for this year were slightly raised. | Slightly Bullish | [18] 3.3. Weekly Market Data - This week, the basis and spread of the container shipping index (European line) futures contracts converged. - The export container freight rate index declined this week. - Container ship capacity continued to grow. The BDI and BPI rebounded this week due to geopolitical factors. - The charter price of Panamax ships fluctuated this week, and the spread between the offshore and on - shore RMB against the US dollar mainly oscillated. [25][27][30][32] 3.4. Market Outlook and Strategy - The same as the core view, the freight rates are expected to fluctuate weakly in the short term. Attention should be paid to factors such as the actual follow - up increase of shipping companies' opening prices in December, the frequency of Houthi attacks, and trade war - related information. [7][38]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating - No relevant content provided 2. Core View of the Report - The freight rates of the container shipping index (European line) futures are expected to be under pressure in the short - term. With the demand not significantly improving, over - capacity remains a major challenge for the supply side, limiting the recovery of the shipping industry's prosperity. The price increase announced by leading shipping companies in December depends on the fourth - quarter cargo volume. The eurozone's economic data shows some improvement but is generally not optimistic. The high uncertainty of tariffs and the market's wait - and - see attitude may lead to a "weak peak season" this year, and the freight rates are likely to fluctuate weakly [7][41] 3. Summary According to the Directory 3.1. Market Review - The futures prices of the container shipping index (European line) declined across the board this week. The main contract EC2510 dropped 12.22%, and the far - month contracts fell between 1% and 5%. The latest SCFIS European line settlement freight rate index was 1566.46, down 207.14 points from last week, a 11.7% week - on - week decrease. The volume and open interest of the EC2510 contract both increased this week [6][10][15] 3.2. News Review and Analysis - The market has fully factored in the scenario of the Federal Reserve cutting interest rates three times by the end of the year after the release of US economic data. The European Central Bank kept interest rates unchanged for the second consecutive time, suggesting that the interest - rate cut cycle is near its end. Mexico's plan to raise import tariffs, Trump's criticism of the Fed, and the call from the US Treasury Secretary for a policy re - evaluation are all events with different impacts on the market [19] 3.3. Weekly Market Data - The basis and spread of the container shipping index (European line) futures contracts converged this week. The export container freight rate index declined. Container ship capacity decreased in the short - term. The BDI and BPI rebounded due to geopolitical factors. The charter price of Panamax ships recovered rapidly, and the spread between the offshore and on - shore RMB against the US dollar mainly fluctuated [25][27][31] 3.4. Market Outlook and Strategy - The freight rates are still suppressed by the fundamentals in the short - term. The over - capacity problem restricts the industry's recovery. The implementation of the price increase announced by shipping companies in December depends on the fourth - quarter cargo volume. The market is in a wait - and - see mode due to high tariff uncertainty. It is necessary to continuously monitor factors such as the actual price increase of shipping companies in December, the frequency of Houthi attacks, and trade - war - related information [7][41]

Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. Core Viewpoints of the Report - This week, most prices of the container shipping index (European Line) futures declined. The main contract EC2510 closed down 4.66%, and the far - month contracts declined between 3 - 5%. The latest SCFIS European Line settlement freight rate index was 2180.17, down 55.31 points from last week, a 2.5% month - on - month decrease, and the spot indicator continued to decline [6][46]. - In the context of the lack of significant improvement in demand, over - capacity remains a huge pressure on the supply side in the future, limiting the recovery space of shipping prosperity. Whether the price increase announced by leading shipping companies in December can be implemented depends on the cargo volume in the fourth quarter, but the current economic data of the eurozone is not optimistic overall. With high tariff uncertainty, the market is generally waiting and watching. Freight and industry profitability are expected to be under pressure, and the traditional peak season this year may show the characteristic of "not prosperous in the peak season", with freight rates expected to fluctuate weakly [7][47]. Summary by Directory 1. Market Review - The prices of the main contract of the container shipping index (European Line) futures declined this week. Specifically, EC2508 rose 2.20%, EC2510 fell 4.66%, EC2512 fell 5.04%, EC2602 fell 4.22%, EC2604 fell 5.25%, and EC2606 fell 3.81%. The SCFIS index fell 2.5% [9]. - The trading volume and open interest of the EC2510 contract declined collectively [18]. 2. News Review and Analysis - The US added 407 product categories to the steel and aluminum tariff list with a 50% tax rate, which is bearish for the market [21]. - The EU and the US reached a new trade agreement. The US will impose a 15% tariff on most EU goods, while the EU will cancel tariffs on US industrial products and purchase US energy and AI chips, which is bullish for the market [21]. - The Fed's July meeting minutes showed that most policymakers supported not cutting interest rates in July. There were differences among Fed officials regarding inflation, employment, and the impact of tariffs on inflation, which is neutral for the market [21]. - The central bank proposed to implement a moderately loose monetary policy, which is neutral for the market [21]. 3. Weekly Market Data - The basis and spread of the container shipping index (European Line) futures contracts converged this week [28]. - The export container freight rate index declined this week [32]. - Container shipping capacity declined in the short term. The BDI and BPI rebounded due to geopolitical factors [36]. - The charter price of Panamax ships rebounded rapidly this week. The spread between the offshore and on - shore RMB against the US dollar fluctuated mainly [40]. 4. Market Outlook and Strategy - The container shipping index (European Line) futures prices mostly declined this week. Spot indicators continued to decline. Leading shipping companies started a "price war", and the market expected to turn cold. Trump's plan to impose additional tariffs increased uncertainty in global trade. The Fed's attitude towards interest rates and the eurozone's economic situation also had an impact on the market [46]. - Due to over - capacity and high tariff uncertainty, freight rates are expected to fluctuate weakly. Attention should be paid to factors such as the actual follow - up increase of shipping companies' cabin opening prices in December, the frequency of Houthi attacks, and trade war - related information [47].

Industry Investment Rating - No information provided in the report Core Viewpoints - This week, the futures price of the Container Shipping Index (Europe Line) fluctuated. The main contract EC2510 rose 0.27%, while other contracts had gains ranging from -1% to 4%. The latest SCFIS Europe Line settlement freight rate index was 2,297.86, down 18.7 points from last week, a 0.8% decrease [6][44]. - Trump's tariff measures have intensified global trade uncertainties and raised market expectations of a resurgence in trade conflicts. The US consumer sector shows resilience, but there is an upward risk of inflation in the future. The Q2 2025 GDP growth of the Eurozone slightly exceeded market expectations, and the ECB has more flexibility in its interest - rate policy [6][44]. - From July to August, the traditional peak season for European routes has led to an increase in delivery volume. The recovery of cargo volume has offset some market concerns, and the complexity of the geopolitical situation has postponed the resumption of Red Sea voyages, pushing up the freight rates on European routes. However, freight and industry profitability may be under pressure, and the peak season may be "not so peaky" with freight rates expected to fluctuate weakly [7][45]. Summary by Directory 1. Market Review - Futures contracts: EC2508 fell 2.08%, EC2510 rose 0.27%, EC2512 rose 4.27%, EC2602 rose 3.00%, EC2604 rose 1.74%, and EC2606 rose 1.42%. The SCFIS index fell 0.8% [10]. - The price of the main contract of the Container Shipping Index (Europe Line) rose slightly this week, and the trading volume and open interest of the EC2510 contract both increased [13][18] 2. News Review and Analysis - In July, China's total import and export value of goods trade was 3.91 trillion yuan, a 6.7% year - on - year increase. Exports were 2.31 trillion yuan, up 8%, and imports were 1.6 trillion yuan, up 4.8%. In the first seven months, the total import and export value was 25.7 trillion yuan, a 3.5% year - on - year increase [21]. - Trump criticized Powell for late interest - rate cuts, may soon announce a new Fed chairman, and plans to raise tariffs on India, chips, and semiconductors. The US - Japan trade agreement has ongoing disputes, and the US plans to impose an additional 15% tariff [21] 3. Chart Analysis - This week, the basis and spread of the Container Shipping Index (Europe Line) futures contracts converged, and the export container freight rate index declined [27][29]. - Container shipping capacity decreased in the short term. The BDI and BPI rebounded due to geopolitical factors. The average charter price of Panamax ships rebounded rapidly, and the spread between the offshore and on - shore RMB against the US dollar fluctuated [34][38] 4. Market Outlook and Strategy - The futures price of the Container Shipping Index (Europe Line) fluctuated this week. Trump's tariff policies have increased trade uncertainties. The US consumer sector shows resilience, but inflation may rise. The Eurozone's economic data is stable, and the ECB has more flexibility in interest - rate policies [44]. - The peak season for European routes from July to August has led to an increase in delivery volume, but freight and industry profitability may be under pressure, and freight rates are expected to fluctuate weakly. Attention should be paid to factors such as the actual follow - up increase in shipping companies' cabin opening prices in December, the frequency of Houthi attacks, and trade - war - related information [7][45]

Core Viewpoint - The shipping index (European line) futures experienced a rapid increase, reaching a peak of 1598.0 points, with a current report of 1575.3 points, reflecting a rise of 9.78% [1] Group 1: Market Analysis - One德期货 maintains a short-term view of a fluctuating shipping market, suggesting a cautious approach [2] - 南华期货 indicates a higher likelihood of a fluctuating or upward trend in shipping prices, supported by recent increases in the SCFIS European line index, which reported 2421.94 points, up 7.3% [2][3] - The increase in exports to the EU, amounting to 2.82 trillion yuan with a year-on-year growth of 3.5%, is expected to continue, although new product demand may be suppressed due to high inventory levels [2] Group 2: Price Trends and Expectations - The main contract has shifted to the EC2510 contract, with Maersk's European line spot quotes showing a slight upward trend, influenced by market sentiment amid geopolitical developments [3] - Despite the positive sentiment, other shipping companies have begun to lower their mid-to-late July quotes, indicating that significant price increases may be limited unless unexpected factors arise [3]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint indicates a significant increase in the shipping index (European route) futures, with the main contract reaching 1353.4 points, reflecting a rise of 7.07% [1] - The latest SCFIS European route settlement price index is reported at 1379.07, down by 50.32 points from the previous week, representing a decrease of 3.5% [2] - China's export to ASEAN in April saw a year-on-year increase of 20.8%, accelerating by 9.2 percentage points compared to the previous month, while exports to the EU grew by over 8% [2] Group 2 - According to Nanhua Futures, the macro sentiment's impact on futures prices is currently limited, with ongoing oversupply leading to a continued downward trend in European route shipping rates [3] - The latest SCFI European route freight index is reported at $1161 per TEU, reflecting a decrease of 3.25% [3] - Guangzhou Futures highlights the ongoing US-China trade talks in Geneva, with market expectations for potential tariff easing, although there remains pressure from ample shipping capacity [3]