Industry Overview - The galvanized steel sheet industry in China has developed into a mature system, characterized by simultaneous growth in scale, intensification, and high-end production [1][8] - In the first five months of 2025, the sales volume of galvanized sheets reached 11 million tons, a year-on-year decline of 2.77%, indicating a significant demand contraction [1][10] - The slowdown in real estate and infrastructure investment has weakened the demand for steel in the construction sector, despite projected growth in infrastructure investment by 8.3% and real estate development investment by 5.4% in 2024 [1][10] Industry Chain - The upstream of the galvanized sheet industry includes raw materials such as steel and zinc, as well as production equipment like furnaces and galvanizing machines [4] - The midstream involves the manufacturing of galvanized sheets, while the downstream applications span construction, home appliances, automotive, and energy storage sectors [4] Current Industry Status - The industry is facing significant pressure from demand contraction, with internal demand not being released, leading to continuous price declines [10] - As of June 2025, the price of galvanized sheets in China was 4,082.5 yuan per ton, down 16.17% year-on-year [10] Key Enterprises' Performance - Major players like Baosteel, Ansteel, and Hebei Steel dominate the high-end market, leveraging technology and capacity to maintain competitive advantages [12] - Baosteel's revenue in 2024 was 322.116 billion yuan, a decrease of 6.50%, while R&D investment increased by 27.95% to 25.044 billion yuan [13] - Ansteel's revenue in 2024 was 105.101 billion yuan, down 9.06%, with R&D investment rising by 39.22% to 3.972 billion yuan [15] Industry Development Trends 1. The product structure is shifting towards high-end materials, with a focus on high-strength, corrosion-resistant, and functionalized products [17] 2. Environmental policies are driving the adoption of green and smart manufacturing, with significant reductions in carbon emissions expected [18][19] 3. The industry is moving towards a dual-driven model of "domestic demand upgrade and international expansion," with new urbanization and electric vehicle production expected to boost demand [20]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a positive outlook on the metals and new materials industry, indicating a "Buy" rating for the sector [1]. Core Insights - The report highlights a significant increase in metal prices, with the non-ferrous metals index rising by 5.78% over the past week, outperforming the CSI 300 index by 4.55 percentage points [4][5]. - Precious metals, particularly gold, are expected to continue their upward trend due to increased central bank purchases and a shift in market sentiment towards safety over yield [4][21]. - The report emphasizes the importance of supply-demand dynamics in the copper and aluminum markets, with expectations of price increases driven by stable demand and constrained supply [4][47]. Weekly Market Review - The Shanghai Composite Index rose by 2.11%, while the Shenzhen Component Index increased by 1.25% [5]. - The non-ferrous metals index has increased by 32.00% year-to-date, outperforming the CSI 300 index by 27.68 percentage points [8]. - Key segments such as precious metals and copper saw significant weekly gains, with precious metals up 8.04% and copper up 6.71% [9]. Price Changes - Industrial metals and precious metals experienced price increases, with LME copper, aluminum, lead, and zinc prices rising by 1.37%, 1.68%, 1.83%, and 3.67% respectively [14]. - The report notes a decrease in lithium prices, with battery-grade lithium carbonate down by 9.87% [14]. Inventory Changes - Copper inventories at LME increased by 9.95% week-on-week, while COMEX inventories rose by 1.72% [17]. - Aluminum social inventory remained stable at 56.4 thousand tons, with a slight increase in total aluminum inventory [47]. Key Company Valuations - The report provides valuations for key companies in the sector, with Zijin Mining priced at 20.54 CNY per share and a projected PE ratio of 26 for 2023 [18]. - Other notable companies include Shandong Gold at 32.88 CNY per share with a PE ratio of 63, and Huayou Cobalt at 43.81 CNY per share with a PE ratio of 22 [18]. Precious Metals Analysis - The report indicates that the SPRD+iShares gold ETF holdings increased by 0.7% to 1412 tons, reflecting growing investor confidence [21]. - The Chinese central bank's continued gold purchases are expected to support gold prices, with the current official reserve standing at 7396 tons [21]. Copper Market Insights - The report notes that the current copper spot price is 37.98 USD per dry ton, with domestic social inventory increasing to 132,000 tons [32]. - The operating rates for electrolytic copper rods and wire and cable production are reported at 68.9% and 69.9% respectively, indicating stable demand [32]. Aluminum Market Insights - The report highlights that the average price of A00 aluminum in Shanghai is 20,650 CNY per ton, reflecting a week-on-week increase of 0.63% [47]. - The operating rate for aluminum processing enterprises has risen to 58.70%, indicating a recovery in demand [47]. Steel Market Insights - The report indicates a slight decrease in rebar prices, with the current price at 3330 CNY per ton, while hot-rolled coil prices increased to 3440 CNY per ton [72].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for several steel companies, including Hualing Steel, Baosteel, Nanjing Steel, and others, based on their projected earnings and valuation metrics [3]. Core Viewpoints - Steel demand is entering a seasonal downturn, with a focus on production restrictions in North China. The recent announcement of new coal safety regulations has led to rising prices in the coking coal sector. Despite high supply levels, steel mill profits are declining. Anticipation of production cuts around the September 3 military parade may temporarily suppress steel supply [3][6]. - Long-term capacity management remains a key theme, with a combination of market-oriented and administrative measures expected to optimize crude steel supply. The gradual release of new iron ore capacity is anticipated to restore profitability for steel companies [3][6]. Summary by Sections Price Trends - As of August 8, 2025, steel prices showed mixed trends. The price of 20mm HRB400 rebar in Shanghai was 3,330 CNY/ton, down 20 CNY/ton from the previous week. Hot-rolled steel increased by 40 CNY/ton to 3,470 CNY/ton, while cold-rolled steel rose by 10 CNY/ton to 3,870 CNY/ton [1][9]. Production and Inventory - The total production of five major steel varieties reached 8.69 million tons, an increase of 17,900 tons week-on-week. Rebar production rose by 101,200 tons to 2.2118 million tons. Total social inventory increased by 201,600 tons to 9.6149 million tons [2][3]. Profitability - Steel profits have decreased, with estimated gross margins for rebar, hot-rolled, and cold-rolled steel declining by 67 CNY/ton, 16 CNY/ton, and 28 CNY/ton respectively. Electric arc furnace steel margins also fell by 22 CNY/ton [1][3]. Investment Recommendations - The report recommends several companies for investment: Hualing Steel, Baosteel, Nanjing Steel in the flat steel sector; Xianglou New Materials, CITIC Special Steel, Yongjin Co. in the special steel sector; and Jiuli Special Materials, Youfa Group, Wujin Stainless in the pipe materials sector. It also suggests monitoring high-temperature alloy companies like Fushun Special Steel [3][6].

Industry Overview - The medium and thick wide steel strip industry is experiencing structural growth opportunities due to the transformation and upgrading of the manufacturing industry and the rapid development of the new energy sector [1][8] - The production of medium and thick wide steel strips in China reached 114 million tons in the first half of 2025, representing a year-on-year increase of 4.47% [1][8] Industry Chain - The upstream of the medium and thick wide steel strip industry includes raw materials such as iron ore, coal, scrap steel, and electricity, as well as production equipment like blast furnaces and rolling mills [4] - The downstream applications encompass construction, machinery manufacturing, shipbuilding, energy equipment, bridges, and the automotive industry [4] Market Dynamics - The global iron ore supply is expected to increase, with major producers like Rio Tinto and BHP expanding capacity, leading to a projected global output of 2.45 billion tons in 2025, a year-on-year increase of 3.8% [6] - The price of iron ore futures in China fell to 715.5 yuan per ton by the end of June 2025, a decrease of 13.27% year-on-year, which significantly reduced production costs for medium and thick wide steel strips [6] Key Enterprises - The medium and thick wide steel strip industry has a relatively high market concentration, with a few large enterprises dominating the market, such as Baosteel Group and Ansteel [12] - Baosteel is recognized for its advanced production technology and equipment, while Ansteel has a strong market share in various sectors including construction and machinery [12][14] Development Trends - The industry is shifting towards high-end and intelligent transformation, with a focus on high-strength and corrosion-resistant steel [18] - The green and low-carbon development trend is becoming mainstream, with expectations of a 15% reduction in carbon emission intensity through the adoption of hydrogen metallurgy and short-process steelmaking technologies [19] - The application of medium and thick wide steel strips in new infrastructure projects, such as rail transit and new energy vehicles, is expected to expand significantly [20]

Industry Overview - The thick plate industry is characterized by its high strength, excellent plasticity, and weather resistance, making it irreplaceable in shipbuilding, energy equipment, and bridge engineering [1][7] - In 2023, China's thick plate production reached 11.18 million tons, a year-on-year decrease of 1.81%, but it maintained a steady growth trend amidst fluctuations [1][7] - The short-term decline is attributed to slow global economic recovery, increased international trade friction, and deep adjustments in domestic industrial structure [1][7] - The high-end trend in the industry is emerging, with the production of high-value-added products like 15CrMoR for nuclear power and chromium-molybdenum steel increasing against the trend [1][7] Industry Chain - The upstream of the thick plate industry includes raw materials such as iron ore, coal, scrap steel, and electricity, as well as production equipment like blast furnaces and rolling mills [3] - The midstream involves the production and manufacturing of thick plates, while the downstream includes industries with high material performance requirements such as construction, aerospace, marine engineering, and energy [3] Market Trends - The thick plate market is expected to experience a "narrow fluctuation and downward shift" in the first half of 2025, with an average price of 4,364 yuan per ton in June 2025, reflecting a 0.95% increase month-on-month but an 8.18% decrease year-on-year [9] - The market dynamics have shifted significantly, with prices remaining stable in the first quarter due to concentrated infrastructure project releases and export orders, but showing a gradual decline in the second quarter due to weakened global economic recovery [9] Key Enterprises - Major companies in the thick plate industry include Baosteel, Shagang, Ansteel, and Hesteel, with Baosteel holding a significant market share due to its advanced production technology [11][13] - Ansteel is recognized for its high-quality thick plates used in pressure vessels and bridges, while Hesteel's products are favored in mining and engineering machinery [11][13] Development Trends - The industry will focus on technological innovation and product upgrades, with increased R&D investment to develop high-strength, high-toughness, and high-corrosion-resistant thick plates [17] - Environmental policies are driving the industry towards green and low-carbon development, with companies investing in clean energy and energy-saving technologies [18][19] - The market demand for thick plates is expected to grow due to infrastructure construction, manufacturing transformation, and developments in the renewable energy sector [20]

Core Viewpoint - The legal opinion confirms that the procedures for convening and holding the 2025 third extraordinary general meeting of Baoshan Iron & Steel Co., Ltd. comply with relevant Chinese laws and regulations, as well as the company's articles of association [3][8]. Group 1: Meeting Procedures - The notice for the meeting was published on July 24, 2025, in accordance with the requirements of Chinese laws and regulations, and the notice was issued 15 days prior to the meeting date [5][6]. - The meeting utilized a combination of on-site and online voting methods, with specific time slots designated for online voting on the day of the meeting [4][5]. Group 2: Voting Participation and Qualifications - A total of 7 shareholders (including proxies) participated in the on-site voting, representing 9,631,396,016 shares, which is 45.05% of the total shares with voting rights [6]. - The total number of participants in both on-site and online voting was 1,115, ensuring compliance with the qualifications set forth by Chinese laws and the company's articles of association [6][7]. Group 3: Voting Procedures and Results - The meeting reviewed several proposals, including the cancellation of the supervisory board and amendments to the company's articles of association, with specific voting procedures established for cumulative voting on certain proposals [6][7]. - The results indicated that the proposals were passed with the required majority, including a special resolution that achieved over two-thirds of the voting rights [7][8].

Meeting Details - The shareholders' meeting was held on August 8, 2025, at the Baosteel Technology Center in Shanghai [1] - The meeting was chaired by Mr. Zhou Xuedong, a member of the board of directors, and utilized a combination of on-site and online voting methods [1] Voting Results - Non-cumulative voting resolutions were passed with significant support, including 99.9631% approval for one resolution and 97.2179% for another [1][2] - Cumulative voting was conducted for the election of non-independent and independent directors, with all candidates receiving sufficient votes to be elected [2] Legal Compliance - The meeting's procedures and voting processes were confirmed to comply with relevant Chinese laws and the company's articles of association, as verified by lawyers Xu Tianxin and Li Qinglan [2]

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