20230519-银河期货-有色金属衍生品晨报_4页_808kb

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Price Movement: LME copper prices fell, with the NY8400 support resolute amid broader weakness.
Macro Factors: US housing data showed a 34% drop in April FHFA loan applications, and Fed rate hikes pressured the housing and manufacturing sectors. Rising interest rates led to declines in FHFA refinance applications and new home sales.
Fundamentals: LME copper inventory increased by 3,900 tons. Domestic spot premiums widened to 350-450 yuan/ton, with large traders limiting stock availability. However, price rebounds triggered more scrap copper offers, expanding supply. Despite this, consumption weakened, and spot market transactions were low. Weak global inventories continue to exert downward pressure.

Price Movement: LME aluminum prices dropped 110 yuan, closing at 18,235 yuan/ton, with the URAL price also falling.
Macro Factors: Yuan depreciation below 7 sparked worries about China's slow recovery and potential policy easing. Globally, US data indicated a decline in existing home sales and prices, and applications for unemployment benefits fell. International market sentiment was unfavorable, with concerns over policy uncertainty.
Fundamentals: LME aluminum inventories decreased by 380,000 tons, supporting a short-term rally. However, this was countered by weak demand and higher-than-average spot prices (+185,000 yuan/ton vs. monthly average), leading to poor market sentiment. Supply remained robust.

Price Movement: LME zinc prices collapsed 315 yuan, selling off due to weak fundamentals.
Macro Factors: Yuan depreciation and potential policy changes added to market nervousness, while US home sales data and economic indicators were mixed, signaling ongoing uncertainty.
Fundamentals: Supply was strong, demand weak ("needs-buy only"). Inventory levels highlighted supply-demand imbalances. No short-term recovery expected.

Price Movement: LME lead prices surged 115 yuan, consolidating post-delivery.
Macro Factors: Market optimistic about final demand, with stable prices around 15,370 yuan/ton.
Fundamentals: LME warehouses reduced inventories by 12,431 tons. Spot market quotes were stable, with improved demand from lead-acid battery producers, though recycling demand remained limited. Supply chain tightness may affect lead markets.

Price Movement: LME nickel prices dropped after an initial rise, closing near 162,250 yuan/ton and stainless steel lower.
Macro Factors: Fed officials indicated higher inflation, delaying rate cuts, and the dollar rose, pressuring risk-sensitive markets.
Fundamentals: Nickel surplus narrowed, with a narrowing price gap to pure nickel. Shot-term short position holds are recommended if market remains pressured.

Price Movement: LME tin prices fell, consistent with recent declines.
Macro Factors: Fed and housing data exacerbated concerns, while currency risks impacted sentiment.
Fundamentals: Tungsten supply remains constrained, but demand lags, primarily due to electronic inventory issues; photovoltaic demand offset some weakness but did not support higher prices. Expect further downward pressure.

This summary reflects market conditions as of May 19, 2023.

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