Core Insights - Eastern Airlines has expanded its C919 fleet to 10 aircraft, having executed over 6,500 flights with these planes [1] - Among the 10 C919 aircraft, 4 are owned by Eastern Airlines while 6 are held through financing leases [1] - In the past two years, a total of 16 C919 aircraft have been delivered in China, with Southern Airlines operating 3 leased C919s and Air China operating 3 purchased C919s [1] - Over 600 out of approximately 1,500 C919 orders received by COMAC are from financial leasing or financing leasing companies [1]

早在2010年的珠海航展上，国银金租就与中国商飞签署了C919客机启动用户协议，此后与中国商飞签 署了50架C919飞机购买意向书。 作为全球首家C919运营商，东航年报显示，目前东航C919机队规模增至10架，已执行航班超6500班。 值得一提的是，在这10架中，4架为自有，6架以融资租赁形式持有。 据悉，近两年国内交付使用的C919共有16架，除东航的10架C919之外，目前南航交付使用的3架C919， 均通过融资租赁方式获得；国航目前运营的3架C919则为自购。 简单来说，在已交付的C919中，有9架来自融资租赁企业。"它们"都是谁呢？ 公开信息显示，南航3架C919交付方为交银金租、工银金租和南航租赁。东航6架交付方为东航租赁、 招银金租和工银金租。 事实上，涉足C919飞机租赁的融资租赁企业并不少见，早在C919初期的订购环节，就有不少金融租赁 公司和融资租赁公司积极布局，尝试向国产飞机租赁迈出重要一步。 国内三大航空公司——南航、国航、东航近日相继披露了各自的2024年年报，其中关于C919调机、试 飞和运行的详细内容，将大众的目光又一次聚焦到国产大飞机C919的交付与运营上。 通俗来说，飞机租赁 ...

Core Viewpoint - The China Securities Index Transportation Index has shown mixed performance, with a recent increase but a decline over the year-to-date period, indicating potential volatility in the transportation sector [2]. Group 1: Index Performance - The China Securities Index Transportation Index opened higher and rose by 0.25%, closing at 1537.59 points with a trading volume of 27.15 billion [1]. - Over the past month, the index has decreased by 0.62%, increased by 1.55% over the last three months, and has declined by 4.72% year-to-date [2]. Group 2: Index Composition - The index is composed of various sectors categorized into 11 primary industries, 35 secondary industries, over 90 tertiary industries, and more than 200 quaternary industries, providing a comprehensive analysis tool for investors [2]. - The top ten holdings in the index include: - Beijing-Shanghai High-Speed Railway (9.83%) - SF Express (9.29%) - COSCO Shipping Holdings (8.23%) - Datong Railway (6.17%) - Shanghai Airport (3.74%) - China Eastern Airlines (2.99%) - Southern Airlines (2.86%) - Air China (2.53%) - China Merchants Highway (2.45%) - Spring Airlines (2.43%) [2]. Group 3: Market Segmentation - The Shanghai Stock Exchange accounts for 75.92% of the index's holdings, while the Shenzhen Stock Exchange represents 24.08% [2]. - The industry breakdown of the index holdings is as follows: - Railway Transportation: 18.18% - Shipping: 16.69% - Air Transportation: 14.11% - Express Delivery: 13.27% - Comprehensive Logistics: 12.05% - Highways: 9.70% - Ports: 9.57% - Airports: 5.34% - Road Transportation: 1.09% [3]. Group 4: Index Adjustment Mechanism - The index samples are adjusted biannually, with adjustments occurring on the next trading day after the second Friday of June and December [3]. - Weight factors are generally fixed until the next scheduled adjustment, with temporary adjustments made in response to significant events affecting sample companies [3].

Group 1 - Goldman Sachs reports that Chinese airlines may benefit from slow aircraft deliveries leading to supply shortages and falling oil prices [1] - Concerns about demand growth are noted due to tariff increases causing macroeconomic weakness and faster-than-expected fleet introduction plans [1] - Despite these concerns, Goldman Sachs believes that the demand for air travel in China is relatively resilient, primarily driven by leisure travel [1] Group 2 - The management of the three major airlines indicates that their current fleet plans are based on existing contracts, but actual new aircraft numbers may be lower than expected due to delivery delays and uncertainties in lease renewals [1] - Goldman Sachs forecasts net demand growth for the years 2025 to 2027 at 4.2%, 2.1%, and 1.7% respectively, with ticket prices expected to improve continuously [1] - The airlines' profitability is sensitive to falling oil prices, and it is anticipated that airlines may share some fuel cost savings with customers to attract more passengers [1] Group 3 - Goldman Sachs maintains its net demand forecast while adjusting net profit estimates for the three major mainland airlines from a decrease of 5% to an increase of 2% due to lower ticket prices and revised oil price assumptions [2] - The target price for China National Aviation Holdings (601111) (00753) H-shares remains unchanged at HKD 6.7, while China Eastern Airlines (00670) H-shares target price is raised from HKD 3.4 to HKD 3.5, and China Southern Airlines (600029) (01055) H-shares target price remains at HKD 4.4 [2] - Overall, Goldman Sachs maintains a "Buy" rating on the three major airline stocks [2]

Core Insights - The International Air Transport Organization (IAIO-NARDO) released a comprehensive evaluation report on sustainable development practices and strategic planning for global airlines for the 2024-2025 period, assessing 350 out of 1200 airlines globally, with China Southern Airlines (CSA) ranking in the top 1% for its outstanding performance [1][3] - CSA became the first airline in mainland China to receive a high-level ESGAcode rating, ranking fifth globally, highlighting its commitment to sustainable practices [1][3] Group 1: Sustainable Practices - CSA has established a green aviation ecosystem through top-level governance, clean energy alternatives, technological innovation, and full-chain collaboration, achieving quantifiable data in its clean energy transition [3][4] - The airline has formed a leadership group for ecological and carbon neutrality efforts, promoting energy conservation and carbon reduction initiatives, and published the first green development white paper in China's civil aviation sector [3][4] Group 2: Achievements and Impact - CSA's clean energy projects include a 1.3 MW distributed photovoltaic energy-saving project, generating approximately 1.26 million kWh annually, reducing standard coal consumption by about 42 tons, and lowering carbon dioxide emissions by approximately 125 tons [3][4] - The recognition from the International Air Transport Organization serves as a validation of CSA's long-term commitment to sustainable development, with plans to continue exploring green low-carbon solutions for global aviation [4]

Group 1 - Multiple consumers reported issues with the "Respect Card" scheme at airports in Chongqing and Changchun, where staff recommended purchasing a VIP card that limited ticket discounts, often resulting in higher prices than the airline's official website [1] - Staff at Changchun Longjia Airport confirmed receiving numerous complaints about the same issue, clarifying that the card sales personnel were not airport employees but rather affiliated with China Southern Airlines [1] - China Southern Airlines' Jilin branch stated that a travel service center had been selling business travel cards at Changchun Longjia International Airport, which has since been halted by airport authorities, and confirmed no partnership with the service center [1] Group 2 - Chongqing Airlines reported that a third-party company, Runport Aviation Ground Service Co., had a contract to operate credit card services at Chongqing Jiangbei Airport, which has now expired, and the staff have been removed from the check-in area [2] - The airline's ground service department found that Runport staff had engaged in unauthorized sales of business travel cards during the contract period, prompting the airline to demand corrective actions [2] - Chongqing Airlines is committed to resolving reasonable complaints from affected passengers and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations moving forward [2]

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights consumer complaints regarding the "Respect Card" scheme at airports, where travelers are misled into purchasing a card that offers limited benefits and often results in higher ticket prices compared to official airline rates [1][10]. Group 1: Consumer Experiences - Multiple consumers reported being approached by individuals in uniforms at airports, promoting the "Respect Card" with promises of discounts and VIP access, leading to confusion and dissatisfaction when trying to use the card [1][10]. - One consumer, Ms. Shi, shared her experience of purchasing the card for 1980 yuan, only to find that the actual discounts on tickets were minimal and often higher than the official prices [3][5]. - Another consumer, Mr. Lin, expressed frustration after realizing that the promised benefits of the card were not delivered, and attempts to seek refunds were ignored [10][11]. Group 2: Misrepresentation and Accountability - The article reveals that the sales personnel promoting the "Respect Card" are not official airport staff but rather affiliated with a third-party company, raising questions about accountability and consumer protection [14][18]. - Airport officials confirmed that the card sales personnel are not employees of the airport or the airline, suggesting a lack of oversight in the operations of these third-party vendors [14][20]. - The airline involved, Southern Airlines, distanced itself from the sales practices, indicating that the personnel were renting space at the airport and were not authorized representatives [18][20].

Macroeconomic Insights - China will impose a 34% tariff on all imports from the United States starting April 10, 2025, which is expected to significantly reduce agricultural imports from the U.S. [3] - In 2024, China imported agricultural products worth $24.9 billion from the U.S., with major imports including soybeans (22.1 million tons), sorghum (5.7 million tons), corn (2.1 million tons), and wheat (1.9 million tons) [3]. Agricultural Sector - The increase in tariffs is likely to enhance domestic grain prices and benefit the planting industry chain, emphasizing the need for self-sufficiency in grain production [3]. - The report highlights the importance of technological advancements in agriculture, particularly in genetically modified and gene-edited crops, which are expected to accelerate, benefiting seed companies with leading technology reserves [3]. - The report recommends focusing on companies that are actively expanding their domestic brands in the pet food sector, such as Guibao Pet and Zhongchong Co., which primarily generate revenue from domestic sales [4]. Livestock Industry - The report indicates that the pig farming sector is expected to see a significant improvement in profitability for the 2024 annual report and the first quarter of 2025, driven by favorable pig prices and reduced costs [5]. - The analysis of March's supply and demand dynamics in the pig farming industry shows a balanced market, but a potential downward trend in prices is anticipated if there is no support from state reserves [4][5]. Investment Recommendations - Recommended stocks in the poultry sector include Shengnong Development, Yisheng Shares, and Lihua Shares; for the post-cycle sector, recommended stocks are KQ Bio, Haida Group; in the pig farming sector, recommended stocks include Muyuan Foods, Wens Foodstuff Group, Tiankang Bio, and Shennong Group [7]. - In the seed industry, recommended stocks include Fengle Seed Industry, Quanyin High-Tech, Longping High-Tech, and Dabeinong [7]. - In the pet sector, recommended stocks are Guibao Pet, Zhongchong Co., and Ruipu Bio [7]. Chemical Industry - The report suggests that the imposition of a 34% tariff on U.S. imports will accelerate the domestic substitution process for chemical products, particularly in high-end markets [17]. - Beneficiary products include lubricant additives, nucleating agents, adsorption separation resins, and nano-silica, with specific companies recommended for investment [19]. Rare Earth Industry - The report maintains an "overweight" rating on the rare earth sector, anticipating that the recent tariffs will enhance China's strategic advantages in rare earth production and lead to price increases due to supply-demand mismatches [22]. - The export control measures on heavy rare earths are expected to stimulate overseas stockpiling, further driving up prices [23]. Insurance Sector - The insurance sector is projected to see stable growth in 2025, with a focus on improving asset-liability matching strategies [25]. - The report recommends increasing holdings in companies like China Pacific Insurance and New China Life Insurance, which are expected to benefit from improved investment returns and stable business strategies [40].

Investment Rating - The report recommends "Buy" for SF Holding and Xingtong Co., Ltd. due to their strong performance and market positioning [1][2]. Core Insights - The express delivery sector shows significant growth with a year-on-year increase of 19.6% in collection volume and 21.3% in delivery volume [1]. - The shipping industry faces challenges due to increased tariffs from the U.S., which may impact freight rates and demand in the long term [4]. - The aviation sector benefits from a drop in Brent crude oil prices, which enhances airline profitability, alongside a notable increase in passenger volume during the Qingming holiday [3]. Summary by Sections Express Delivery - The total collection volume for postal express reached approximately 3.824 billion pieces, with a month-on-month increase of 3.86% and a year-on-year increase of 19.6% [1]. - SF Holding reported a revenue of 284.4 billion yuan for 2024, a 10% increase year-on-year, with a net profit of 10.2 billion yuan, up 23.5% [1]. - The report recommends SF Holding based on valuation, operational resilience, and shareholder returns [1]. Logistics - The domestic shipping price for liquid chemicals decreased by 8.5% year-on-year, while the China Chemical Products Price Index (CCPI) fell by 7.8% [2]. - Xingtong Co., Ltd. is recommended due to its strong market position and benefits from the recovery in consumer electronics demand [2]. Aviation - The average daily flight volume increased by 4.53% year-on-year, with domestic flights up by 2.21% and international flights up by 20.71% [3]. - The passenger volume on April 4, 2025, was 1.789 million, an increase of 8.6% compared to the same day in 2024 [3]. - The report recommends China National Aviation and Southern Airlines due to expected profit growth from optimized supply and demand dynamics [3]. Shipping - The external trade container freight index (CCFI) was 1102.71 points, down 0.8% month-on-month and 7.4% year-on-year [4]. - The report highlights the potential long-term impact of U.S. tariffs on inflation and demand, leading to a downward adjustment in freight rates [4]. Road and Rail - The total truck traffic on national highways reached 54.681 million vehicles, with a month-on-month increase of 0.09% and a year-on-year increase of 1.62% [5]. - The report notes that the dividend yield of major road operators exceeds the yield of China's ten-year government bonds, indicating good investment value [5].

Core Viewpoint - The company reported a revenue of 174.2 billion yuan for 2024, an increase of 8.9% year-on-year, but incurred a net loss attributable to shareholders of 1.7 billion yuan, an improvement from a loss of 4.21 billion yuan in 2023 [1] Group 1: Financial Performance - In Q4 2024, the company generated revenue of 39.6 billion yuan, a decrease of 2.2% year-on-year, with a net loss attributable to shareholders of 3.66 billion yuan, improved from a loss of 5.53 billion yuan in Q4 2023 [1] - The company experienced a decline in overall seat revenue by 5.7% year-on-year, with international seat revenue down 16% and domestic seat revenue down 3.4% [1] - The company confirmed a foreign exchange loss of 910 million yuan for the year, which offset some of the benefits from a 7.9% decrease in unit fuel costs due to lower oil prices [1] Group 2: Fleet and Operational Strategy - The company raised its net fleet growth rate for 2025 to 5.8%, reflecting historical stock orders, which is expected to alleviate pressure on fleet selection for single aircraft models [2] - The company plans to introduce 89, 91, and 71 aircraft from 2025 to 2027, with a focus on A320 and B737 models as the main drivers of fleet growth [2] - Improved passenger load factors and pricing balance during the off-peak season are anticipated to enhance profitability for both the industry and the company [2] Group 3: Market Outlook - The company is optimistic about the potential for profit improvement due to a downward shift in oil prices and enhanced revenue management [3] - The company expects net profits attributable to shareholders to reach 3.19 billion yuan, 4.24 billion yuan, and 7.67 billion yuan from 2025 to 2027, with corresponding price-to-earnings ratios of 32, 24, and 13 [3] - The company suggests that industry-wide profit recovery could lead to investment opportunities with higher profit elasticity [3]