Core Viewpoint - Dongyue Group (00189) shares rose over 3%, currently up 3.42% at HKD 11.79, with a trading volume of HKD 81.084 million [1] Group 1: Refrigerant Prices and Market Dynamics - Despite a year-on-year decline in air conditioning production since July, refrigerant prices continue to rise, with the latest R32 enterprise price approaching CNY 60,000 per ton [1] - The pricing power for refrigerants has shifted from the demand side to the supply side as the third-generation refrigerants enter the quota period, indicating that the seasonal decline in air conditioning demand does not dominate refrigerant price trends [1] - European R32 prices are nearing EUR 20,000 per ton in Q4 2024, suggesting that there is still significant upward potential for refrigerant prices in China, with the "ceiling" for prices remaining distant [1] Group 2: Air Conditioning Market Performance - As the new cooling season approaches at the end of August, although air conditioning production has decreased since July, terminal consumption continues to rise, with offline retail sales in the domestic air conditioning market increasing by 19.63% year-on-year as of mid-July [1] - Online platform retail sales for air conditioning products have seen a year-on-year increase of 26.17%, with retail volume growth reaching 30.28% [1] - Notably, there have been stock shortages in markets such as Northeast and Northwest China, while sales momentum remains optimistic in East and Central China, indicating that production levels are expected to remain high and refrigerant demand may be boosted [1]

Group 1 - Dongyue Group (00189) saw a stock price increase of over 3%, reaching HKD 11.79 with a trading volume of HKD 81.084 million [1] - CICC's report indicates that despite a year-on-year decline in air conditioning production since July, refrigerant prices continue to rise, with the latest R32 price approaching CNY 60,000 per ton [1] - The pricing power of refrigerants has shifted from the demand side to the supply side, as the air conditioning demand enters a seasonal production lull, which does not dominate refrigerant price trends [1] Group 2 - As of mid-July, the offline retail sales of air conditioners in the domestic market increased by 19.63% year-on-year, while online retail sales grew by 26.17% [1] - The retail volume for offline and online platforms also saw significant increases of 16.15% and 30.28% year-on-year, respectively [1] - There have been reports of stock shortages in markets such as Northeast and Northwest China, while sales in East and Central China remain optimistic [1] Group 3 - With the new cooling season approaching at the end of August, despite a decrease in air conditioning production since July, terminal consumption is expected to remain high, leading to sustained high production levels and increased demand for refrigerants [1]

Core Viewpoint - Dongyue Group announced a reallocation of HKD 191.9 million from its unused proceeds to enhance PTFE quality, implement green intelligent transformation of tetrafluoroethylene, and pilot production of hexafluoropropylene [1] Group 1: Financial Adjustments - The reallocation of funds is driven by two main reasons: an increase in supply of PVDF and PTFE products leading to a significant supply-demand imbalance, which has resulted in a decrease in product prices [1] - The previous investment returns from these production lines were below expectations due to the market conditions [1] Group 2: Strategic Development - The board has decided to change the use of the unused proceeds in light of anticipated market developments for high-end fluoropolymer materials and new cooling agents [1] - This adjustment is expected to allow the company to allocate its financial resources more effectively, ultimately enhancing the group's operational performance in the long term [1]

Core Viewpoint - The refrigerant market is expected to maintain high demand as the new cooling year approaches, despite a decrease in air conditioning production since July. The overall sales performance remains strong, indicating a potential uplift in refrigerant demand [1][4]. Group 1: Refrigerant Production and Policy - In the first half of 2025, the production of refrigerants R32, R134a, and R125 reached 138,000 tons, 76,000 tons, and 57,000 tons respectively, accounting for approximately 49%, 37%, and 34% of the annual quota [2]. - The export volumes for R32 and R134a in the same period were 40,000 tons and 50,000 tons, representing about 41% and 39% of their respective annual export quotas [2]. - The supply-demand environment for refrigerants in 2025 is relatively balanced, with some varieties being relatively abundant, reducing the necessity for quota increases. The policy regarding refrigerant quotas is expected to remain stable through mid-2026 [2]. Group 2: Refrigerant Pricing Trends - Despite a decline in air conditioning production since July, refrigerant prices continue to rise. The latest corporate quotation for R32 is nearing 60,000 yuan per ton [3]. - The pricing power for refrigerants has shifted from the demand side to the supply side, indicating that the seasonal decline in air conditioning demand does not dominate refrigerant price trends [3]. - Internationally, the price of R32 in Europe approached 20,000 euros per ton in the fourth quarter of 2024, suggesting that there is still significant upward potential for domestic refrigerant prices [3]. Group 3: Air Conditioning Market Performance - As the new cooling year approaches in late August 2025, the retail sales of air conditioning units have shown strong growth. Offline retail sales increased by 19.63% year-on-year, while online sales surged by 26.17% [4]. - The retail volume for air conditioning units also saw a year-on-year increase of 16.15% offline and 30.28% online, with certain regions experiencing stock shortages [4]. - Given the current sales dynamics, air conditioning production is expected to remain high, which will likely boost refrigerant demand [4]. Group 4: Investment Recommendations - Following the release of refrigerant companies' performance in the first half of 2025, the sector's valuation has seen a decline. Concerns remain regarding the stability of the policy environment and the potential impact on future refrigerant demand [5]. - The expectation of stable policies in 2025 and 2026, along with the continued rise in refrigerant prices during the off-season, suggests that market expectations may gradually improve, leading to a potential recovery in sector valuations [5]. - Companies in the refrigerant supply chain, such as Juhua Co., Ltd. (600160.SH), Dongyue Group (00189), and others, are highlighted as potential investment opportunities due to their expected valuation increases [5].

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Positive" (maintained) [1] Core Views - The chlor-alkali industry is experiencing a recovery in profitability, driven by a tightening supply of glyphosate and glufosinate, leading to price increases [4][20] - The "anti-involution" policy is expected to be a key focus in 2025 and beyond, aiming to optimize the competitive landscape in the chemical industry [26] Summary by Sections Industry Trends - The chemical industry index outperformed the CSI 300 index by 1.1% this week, with 76.7% of the 545 tracked stocks showing weekly gains [17] - The average price of glyphosate increased to 26,399 CNY/ton, a rise of 0.37% from the previous week, while glufosinate also saw a price increase [21][22] Key Products Tracking - Urea and potassium chloride prices have risen, while phosphorite and phosphates remain stable [52] - The average price of urea reached 1,780 CNY/ton, up 0.62% from the previous week, driven by improved market sentiment [52][54] Recommended and Beneficiary Stocks - Recommended stocks include leading chemical companies such as Wanhua Chemical, Hualu Hengsheng, and Hengli Petrochemical [6][26] - Beneficiary stocks include companies like Jiangshan Co., Ltd. and Hebei New Chemical Materials [24][27]

Macro Information and Commentary - In the first seven months of this year, China's total import and export value of goods reached 25.7 trillion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 3.5%. Exports amounted to 15.31 trillion yuan, growing by 7.3% [4] - The State Council announced a free preschool education policy, expected to benefit approximately 12 million children this fall semester, reducing family expenses by about 20 billion yuan [4] - Starting September 29, South Korea will implement a temporary visa waiver policy for Chinese group tourists, initially lasting until June next year [5] - The U.S. non-farm payrolls increased by only 73,000 in July, the lowest in nine months, raising concerns about a potential recession [5] Automotive Industry - Shanghai has issued the first batch of smart connected vehicle demonstration operation licenses, marking a new phase in the commercialization of autonomous driving [6][8] - The first licensed companies, including Pony.ai and Jinjiang Taxi, have launched autonomous taxi services, combining technology and traditional taxi operations [6][8] - The issuance of licenses signifies a significant breakthrough in Shanghai's smart transportation development, with plans to deploy 500 data-collecting ride-hailing vehicles [8] - Investment opportunities in the automotive sector are notable due to the acceleration of intelligent technology adoption and supportive policies for automotive consumption [9] Chemical Industry - Dongyue Group is a leading enterprise in the fluorosilicone industry, focusing on refrigerants and silicone materials [11] - The company holds a leading position in refrigerant quotas, expected to benefit from high demand and pricing in the refrigerant market [12][14] - Dongyue's fluoropolymer materials have a significant market share, with a production capacity of 55,000 tons of PTFE, leading the industry [13][14] - The company is projected to achieve net profits of 1.94 billion, 2.44 billion, and 2.99 billion yuan from 2025 to 2027 [16] Public Utilities - The public utilities sector has seen a decline of 1.84% this week, underperforming the Shanghai and Shenzhen 300 index [18][19] - The energy transition is accelerating, with renewable energy installations reaching 268 million kilowatts in the first half of 2025, a year-on-year increase of 99.3% [24] - Investment recommendations focus on hydropower assets, thermal power with favorable supply-demand dynamics, and green electricity projects [25] Real Estate - In July, the transaction volume of new and second-hand homes in major cities showed a seasonal decline, with new home sales down 19.2% year-on-year [27][28] - The sales volume of the top 100 real estate companies decreased by 22% in July, indicating a tightening market [29] - Investment suggestions include focusing on leading real estate companies with strong land acquisition capabilities and active second-hand housing agencies [31] Semiconductor Industry - The semiconductor sector is experiencing a seasonal decline in housing transactions, impacting demand [33][34] - The top 100 real estate companies' sales figures reflect a challenging environment, with significant year-on-year decreases [35] New Materials - The rare earth magnetic materials industry has seen a decline of 6.63%, underperforming the benchmark index [39] - Prices for rare earth minerals continue to rise, with significant increases in the prices of praseodymium and neodymium [40][43] - Investment recommendations focus on upstream rare earth resource companies benefiting from tightening supply and increased demand [42] Medical Services - WuXi Biologics is a global leader in the biopharmaceutical CDMO sector, providing comprehensive services from drug discovery to commercialization [45] - The company is expected to achieve a revenue CAGR of 36.0% from 2019 to 2024, with significant growth in non-COVID related business [46] - Investment outlook remains positive, with projected revenues of 21.47 billion, 23.65 billion, and 25.91 billion yuan from 2025 to 2027 [49]

Group 1 - The Hang Seng Index closed up 0.69%, surpassing the 25,000-point mark, indicating a positive market response to reduced uncertainty factors [1] - S&P Global Ratings maintained China's sovereign credit rating at "A+" with a stable outlook, reflecting confidence in China's economic resilience and debt management [2] - The stock market environment is favorable, with expectations of a Federal Reserve rate cut in September, leading to a decline in the US dollar and an increase in gold prices [2] Group 2 - China's trade with ASEAN reached 4.29 trillion yuan, growing by 9.4%, making ASEAN the largest trading partner, while trade with the US decreased by 11.1% [3] - Apple announced a new $100 billion investment to shift more production to the US, contributing to a significant rise in its stock and related supply chain companies [4] - The express delivery industry in Guangdong raised its base price, leading to stock price increases for major players like ZTO Express [4] Group 3 - The brain-computer interface industry is expected to see significant innovation and the emergence of leading companies by 2030, supported by government policies [5][6] - The shipping industry is experiencing price increases, with major companies like Hapag-Lloyd and Maersk raising freight rates on various routes [7] - Dongyue Group anticipates a substantial profit increase of approximately 150% due to the ongoing demand for refrigerants and its leading position in the industry [9][10]

Core Viewpoint - Shandong Dongyue Future Hydrogen Energy Materials Co., Ltd. (referred to as Future Materials) has restarted its IPO process and submitted its application to the Shanghai Stock Exchange after previous attempts failed due to various issues [1][2]. Company Background - Future Materials was established in December 2017 with a registered capital of 100 million yuan, co-founded by Huaxia Shenzhou, Xinhua Group, and Beijing Xuri Xinglong, each holding 40%, 30%, and 30% respectively [1]. - The company underwent a significant change in its shareholding structure, with Dongyue Fluorosilicon Technology Group becoming the largest shareholder with a 31.21% stake [2]. Shareholding Structure - As of early 2022, the combined control of Future Materials was held by Fu Jun and his daughter Fu Shuangshuang, who together controlled 72.88% of the voting rights [3]. - Following a series of share transfers and changes in control, Zhang Jianhong regained control of Future Materials, with his entities holding a total of 36.19% of the voting rights by August 2022 [3]. Recent Developments - In June 2023, Fu Shuangshuang transferred 64% of her shares in a related entity, which has led to legal disputes regarding the validity of the transfer [4]. - The restructuring plan for Xinhua Group was approved in February 2024, leading to significant share transfers involving Future Materials [4]. Current Control - Zhang Jianhong is currently the actual controller of Future Materials, holding a total of 35.50% of the voting rights through various entities [5]. - The shareholding is relatively dispersed, with 45 shareholders as of the signing of the prospectus, and the largest shareholder being Beijing Xuri Xinglong with a 22.02% stake [9][10].

[Supplemental Announcement and Change in Use of Proceeds](index=1&type=section&id=Supplemental%20Announcement%20and%20Change%20in%20Use%20of%20Proceeds) This section outlines the updated use of placement proceeds and the reallocation of unutilized funds [Update on Use of Proceeds from Placement](index=1&type=section&id=Update%20on%20Use%20of%20Proceeds%20from%20Placement) The company details the utilization of HKD 3.31 billion net proceeds from the placement, with HKD 249 million unutilized as of December 31, 2024 - The net proceeds from the placement (after deducting related expenses and fees) totaled approximately **HKD 3.31 billion**[4](index=4&type=chunk) Details of Proceeds Utilization as of December 31, 2024 | Purpose | Net Proceeds Allocated (Thousand HKD) | Net Proceeds Utilized as of December 31, 2024 (Thousand HKD) | Unutilized Net Proceeds Balance (Thousand HKD) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Increasing PVDF and Raw Material Production Capacity | 2,000,000 | 1,895,760 | 104,240 | | Increasing PTFE and Raw Material Production Capacity | 800,000 | 655,520 | 144,480 | | Supplementing General Working Capital | 510,000 | 510,000 | 0 | | **Total** | **3,310,000** | **3,061,280** | **248,720** | [Change in Use of Unutilized Proceeds](index=2&type=section&id=Change%20in%20Use%20of%20Proceeds) The Board reallocates HKD 192 million of unutilized proceeds to high-end PTFE, green transformation, and new refrigerant projects - Reason for change: Severe supply-demand imbalance in the PVDF and PTFE product markets led to changes in product unit prices and lower-than-expected prior investment returns[6](index=6&type=chunk) - As of the announcement date, the unutilized net proceeds amounted to approximately **HKD 191.9 million**, and the Board has resolved to change their use[6](index=6&type=chunk) New Allocation Plan for Unutilized Net Proceeds | New Purpose | Allocated Amount (Thousand HKD) | Proposed Utilization Timeline | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | PTFE Ultra-High Purity Quality Improvement (High-End PTFE) | 89,558 | December 2026 | | Green and Intelligent Transformation of Tetrafluoroethylene Production Line | 68,234 | December 2026 | | Pilot Project for Tetrafluoropropylene (New Refrigerant) Production | 34,117 | December 2025 | | **Total** | **191,909** | — | - The Board believes that changing the use allows the company to more effectively allocate financial resources, enhancing the Group's operating performance in the long term and aligning with the overall interests of the Group and its shareholders[7](index=7&type=chunk)

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