Core Viewpoint - The coal mining sector experienced a decline of 0.38% on December 25, with China Coal Energy leading the drop. Meanwhile, the Shanghai Composite Index rose by 0.47% and the Shenzhen Component Index increased by 0.33% [1]. Group 1: Market Performance - The coal mining sector's stocks showed mixed performance, with notable declines in major companies such as China Coal Energy, which fell by 1.40% to a closing price of 12.70 [2]. - The trading volume for China Coal Energy was 160,500 shares, with a transaction value of 205 million yuan [2]. - Other companies in the sector, like Jiangxi Tungsten Equipment and Jinko Energy, also saw declines of 1.17% and 0.97%, respectively [2]. Group 2: Capital Flow - The coal mining sector experienced a net outflow of 359 million yuan from major funds, while retail investors contributed a net inflow of 380 million yuan [2]. - The table of capital flow indicates that retail investors were more active, with significant inflows into stocks like Xin Dazhou A, which saw a net inflow of 852,620 yuan from major funds [3]. - Conversely, stocks like Huaihe Energy and Shanmei International faced net outflows from major and speculative funds, indicating a shift in investor sentiment [3].

Core Insights - In 2025, coal prices significantly declined, leading to a return of sector profitability to the lowest levels in the past decade. However, the outlook for 2026 suggests potential demand improvement and limited supply capacity utilization, which may lead to a recovery in coal price levels [2][5][6]. - The report emphasizes that with a clear supply-demand improvement and the presence of both defensive and offensive investment opportunities, the likelihood of success for selected stocks is high. If demand is strong and coal prices improve beyond expectations, attention should be given to currently undervalued stocks with low liquidity and lower profit margins [2][7]. Industry Overview - The coal industry faced a challenging year in 2025, with thermal coal prices dropping from 855 CNY/ton in 2024 to 697 CNY/ton, an 18% decrease. The profitability of the sector fell to the 30th percentile of the past decade due to weak demand driven by warm weather and sluggish manufacturing electricity consumption [5][16]. - Coking coal prices also saw a significant decline, dropping 26% from 2024's 2022 CNY/ton to 1502 CNY/ton, with profitability at the 10th percentile of the past decade. This was primarily due to strong supply, with a 1.5% year-on-year increase in coking coal supply in the first three quarters of 2025 [5][16]. Demand and Supply Dynamics - For thermal coal in 2026, demand improvement is anticipated, with limited supply growth expected. The report identifies three key questions regarding market resilience: whether negative growth in thermal power will become the norm, if domestic supply can be controlled, and whether rising coal prices will increase imports [6][30]. - The report suggests that the central government's focus on controlling "involution" competition will continue to limit supply growth in 2026, despite some new production capacity coming online. Long-term resource depletion may also exert upward pressure on domestic coal prices [6][30]. Investment Recommendations - The report advocates for investment in the coal sector in 2026, highlighting the potential for a bottom reversal. It suggests that the timing for investment should align with capital flows, particularly in the first quarter when there is often a demand for increased allocation to dividend-paying sectors [7][30]. - Recommended stocks include Yanzhou Coal Mining Company and China Shenhua Energy, which are expected to benefit from a recovery in coal prices to a range of 750-800 CNY/ton. Additionally, stocks with significant growth potential and low valuations, such as Huayang Co. and Jinkong Coal Industry, are highlighted as potential targets if demand and price improvements exceed expectations [7][30].

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Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Positive" and maintained [8] Core Viewpoints - Recent coal prices have been declining, raising concerns about future price trends. The supply side is expected to remain tight due to year-end production cuts and the imposition of export taxes by Indonesia, while demand may improve with the new year's long-term contracts and seasonal increases in consumption [2][7] - The coal price is anticipated to stabilize and recover in the short term due to supply constraints and seasonal demand increases, suggesting a favorable investment opportunity in the coal sector [6][7] Summary by Sections Market Performance - The coal index (Yangtze) increased by 0.36%, outperforming the CSI 300 index by 0.64 percentage points, ranking 19th out of 32 industries [6][22] - As of December 19, the market price for Qinhuangdao thermal coal was 703 CNY/ton, down 42 CNY/ton week-on-week, while the price for coking coal at Jingtang Port was 1740 CNY/ton, up 110 CNY/ton week-on-week [6][16] Supply and Demand Analysis - As of December 18, the daily coal consumption across 25 provinces was 580.2 million tons, a decrease of 2.0% week-on-week and 9.8% year-on-year. The inventory at power plants was 134 million tons, with a usable days count of 23.2 days, an increase of 0.3 days week-on-week [17][36] - The supply side is influenced by production cuts at coal mines and the impact of export taxes from Indonesia, which could tighten supply further [7][17] Price Trends - The price of thermal coal has seen a significant decline, with a monthly drop of 105 CNY/ton (-13%), nearly erasing gains from October [7][43] - The report suggests that while coal prices are currently under pressure, improvements in supply and demand dynamics could provide a floor for prices in the near term [6][7] Investment Recommendations - The report recommends focusing on coal sector investments, particularly as the first quarter is typically a period of increased insurance capital inflow, which may enhance the attractiveness of coal stocks [7][12]

Core Viewpoint - The "anti-involution" policy is expected to promote industry self-discipline and capacity verification, leading to a stable increase in coal prices, with the coal industry transitioning towards high-quality development during the 14th Five-Year Plan period [1][2]. Group 1: Coal Price Trends - The coal price is anticipated to recover from its lows, with a projected stable increase in 2026. In 2025, coal prices are expected to fluctuate, with the lowest price for Qinhuangdao 5500 kcal thermal coal dropping to 610 CNY/ton in mid-June and recovering to 813 CNY/ton by December 1 [2]. - The China coking coal price index is projected to fluctuate between 1100-1570 CNY/ton in 2025, with a significant recovery of 37.14% from its lowest point [2]. Group 2: Supply Side Dynamics - The "anti-involution" policy aims to break low-price competition and shift the industry focus from scale expansion to quality improvement. The National Energy Administration has initiated capacity verification for coal mines in several provinces, which may lead to a decline in production due to stricter safety regulations [3]. - The coal import tax reinstated on January 1, 2024, and the emphasis on controlling low-quality coal imports are expected to reduce the volume of imported coal, with a notable 11% decrease in coal and lignite imports from January to November 2025 [3]. Group 3: Demand Side Insights - Thermal power generation is expected to remain resilient, with a projected increase in demand driven by AI computing power, which is anticipated to significantly boost electricity consumption in data centers [4]. - The cumulative thermal power generation from January to October 2025 was 52,130.5 billion kWh, showing a slight year-on-year decline, but thermal power is expected to play a crucial role in meeting electricity demand during peak periods [4]. Group 4: Dividend and Investment Outlook - The coal industry is witnessing a shift towards higher dividend payouts, with companies like China Shenhua and Shaanxi Coal aiming to maintain or increase their cash dividend ratios, reflecting a broader trend of enhancing shareholder returns [5]. - The introduction of market value management assessments and the emphasis on cash dividends are expected to strengthen the investment value of coal companies, with a focus on stable and sustainable returns [5]. Group 5: Investment Recommendations - Investment strategies should focus on leading coal companies with strong resource endowments, cost advantages, and stable dividend policies, such as China Shenhua and Shaanxi Coal, while also considering companies with growth potential like Guanghui Energy and Huayang Co [6].

Core Insights - The coal market is expected to gradually improve as November raw coal production continues to decline year-on-year, while daily consumption has room for growth [5][79] - The report indicates that the coal industry is rated as a "Buy" with expectations of improved profitability in Q4 2025 and 2026 [5][6] Market Dynamics - The price of thermal coal has continued to decline, with the CCI5500 thermal coal index reported at 716 RMB/ton, down 42 RMB/ton week-on-week [11][80] - In the main production areas, thermal coal prices have generally decreased, with Shanxi region prices dropping by 70 RMB/ton [11][80] - The coal mining capacity utilization rate was reported at 88.3%, a decrease of 1.9 percentage points week-on-week [21][38] - Coal inventory at major ports increased by 2.8% week-on-week, reaching 7.261 million tons [21][24] Industry Outlook - The report anticipates a slight increase in coal demand in 2026, while supply is expected to have limited upward potential, leading to an upward adjustment in coal prices [5][79] - The report highlights that the coal industry’s total profit for the first ten months of 2025 was 257 billion RMB, a 49% year-on-year decline [5][6] - The report emphasizes the importance of the 2026 long-term contract policy, which aims to ensure stable supply and pricing in the coal market [82][85] Key Companies - Companies with stable dividends in the thermal coal sector include China Shenhua, Yanzhou Coal, and Shaanxi Coal [5][6] - High elasticity companies benefiting from improved demand expectations and supply contraction include Shanxi Coking Coal and Lu'an Environmental Energy [5][6] - Companies with long-term growth potential highlighted in the report include Baofeng Energy and China Qinfa [5][6]

智通财经APP获悉，花旗发布研报称，将中煤能源(01898) 2025至27年各年盈利预测上调28%、39%及 32%，至162亿、152亿及138亿元人民币; H股目标价由8.6港元上调至10.7港元，对应预测2026年市盈率 8.5倍、市净率0.8倍，维持H股"中性"评级。花旗预期2026年中国动力煤价格将维持年同比基本稳定， 5500大卡热值煤价每吨均价约700元人民币。 ...

花旗发布研报称，将中煤能源（601898）(01898)2025至27年各年盈利预测上调28%、39%及32%，至 162亿、152亿及138亿元人民币;H股目标价由8.6港元上调至10.7港元，对应预测2026年市盈率8.5倍、市 净率0.8倍，维持H股"中性"评级。花旗预期2026年中国动力（600482）煤价格将维持年同比基本稳定， 5500大卡热值煤价每吨均价约700元人民币。 ...

花旗发表报告，将中煤能源2025至27年各年盈利预测上调28%、39%及32%，至162亿、152亿及138亿 元；H股目标价由8.6港元上调至10.7港元，对应预测2026年市盈率8.5倍、市净率0.8倍，维持"中性"评 级。花旗预期2026年中国动力煤价格将维持年按年基本稳定，5500大卡热值煤价每吨均价约700元。 ...