Market Performance - The agricultural chemical sector increased by 4.04% on January 6, with LuHua Technology leading the gains [1] - The Shanghai Composite Index closed at 4083.67, up 1.5%, while the Shenzhen Component Index closed at 14022.55, up 1.4% [1] Individual Stock Performance - LuHua Technology (600691) closed at 3.04, up 10.14%, with a trading volume of 380,400 shares and a transaction value of 113 million yuan [1] - Chengxing Co., Ltd. (600078) closed at 66.01, up 10.01%, with a trading volume of 430,500 shares and a transaction value of 453 million yuan [1] - Nongxin Technology (001231) closed at 30.17, up 9.99%, with a trading volume of 118,100 shares and a transaction value of 354 million yuan [1] - Xingfa Group (600141) closed at 37.50, up 8.89%, with a trading volume of 385,800 shares and a transaction value of 1.406 billion yuan [1] - Hualu Hengsheng (600426) closed at 33.28, up 6.29%, with a trading volume of 275,800 shares and a transaction value of 903 million yuan [1] Capital Flow Analysis - The agricultural chemical sector saw a net inflow of 5.3654 million yuan from institutional investors, while retail investors experienced a net outflow of 48.2077 million yuan [2][3] - The main capital inflow was observed in YunTianHua (600096) with a net inflow of 155 million yuan, while Chengxing Co., Ltd. (600078) had a net outflow of 53.3868 million yuan from retail investors [3]

Group 1 - Yunnan Yuntianhua Co., Ltd. experienced a stock price increase of 5.15%, reaching 35.55 CNY per share, with a trading volume of 1.982 billion CNY and a turnover rate of 3.12%, resulting in a total market capitalization of 64.807 billion CNY [1] - The company, established on July 2, 1997, and listed on July 9, 1997, is located in Kunming, Yunnan Province, and its main business includes fertilizers, phosphate mining, and organic chemicals [1] - The revenue composition of the company includes: phosphate fertilizer (27.99%), commercial grain (19.87%), compound (mixed) fertilizer (12.51%), urea (10.28%), trading fertilizers (10.03%), and other segments [1] Group 2 - The fund "Zhongtai Tianze Steady 6-Month Holding Mixed (FOF) A" (017589) holds 100,000 shares of Yuntianhua, representing 1.13% of the fund's net value, making it the largest holding [2] - The fund was established on March 21, 2023, with a current scale of 149 million CNY, and has achieved a year-to-date return of 16.25%, ranking 479 out of 1034 in its category [2] - The fund manager, Tang Jun, has a tenure of 2 years and 293 days, with the fund's total asset size at 236 million CNY, achieving a best return of 20.07% and a worst return of 18.74% during his tenure [3]

Group 1 - Yunnan Yuntianhua Co., Ltd. experienced a stock price increase of 5.15%, reaching 35.55 CNY per share, with a trading volume of 1.976 billion CNY and a turnover rate of 3.11%, resulting in a total market capitalization of 64.807 billion CNY [1] - The company, established on July 2, 1997, and listed on July 9, 1997, is located in Kunming, Yunnan Province, and its main business includes fertilizers, phosphate mining, and organic chemicals [1] - The revenue composition of the company's main business includes: phosphate fertilizer (27.99%), commercial grain (19.87%), compound fertilizer (12.51%), urea (10.28%), trading fertilizers (10.03%), and other segments [1] Group 2 - Yuntianhua is a significant holding in the fund "Xingye Jufeng Mixed A" (002668), which held 8,000 shares, accounting for 0.55% of the fund's net value, ranking as the sixth largest holding [2] - The fund "Xingye Jufeng Mixed A" was established on July 13, 2016, with a latest scale of 22.0914 million CNY, and has recorded a year-to-date return of 0.21% [2] - The fund manager, Lou Huafeng, has a tenure of 10 years and 4 days, with the best fund return during this period being 88.18% [3]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint is that the chemical industry is experiencing a recovery phase from a cyclical bottom, with chemical product price indices expected to stabilize and improve profitability as downstream companies replenish inventory [2] - The China Chemical Industry Association and the Phosphate Fertilizer Association held a meeting to ensure the supply of sulfuric acid resources for phosphate fertilizer production, stabilizing agricultural supply for the spring farming season [1] - Wanhua Chemical has continuously raised global prices for core products such as MDI and TDI since December 2025, in line with international giants like BASF and Dow, driven by industry-wide maintenance and rising raw material costs [1] Group 2 - The top ten weighted stocks in the CSI Sub-Industry Chemical Theme Index account for 45.31% of the index, with major companies including Wanhua Chemical, Salt Lake Industry, and Hengli Petrochemical [2] - The chemical industry is seeing new growth engines from emerging applications in AI, OLED, and robotics, with semiconductor materials expanding due to demand from computing power [2] - The chemical ETF managed by Harvest (159129) closely tracks the CSI Sub-Industry Chemical Theme Index, focusing on the new economic cycle amid the "anti-involution" backdrop [2][3]

Group 1 - The Shenzhen Component Index rose by 0.53% and the Chemical Sub-Index increased by 2.43%, with notable stock performances including Junzheng Group up over 8% and Hengli Petrochemical, Wanhua Chemical up over 5% [1] - The Chemical ETF by Harvest (159129) increased by 2.49%, reflecting strong performance in the chemical sector [1] - The Venezuelan oil exports have nearly dropped to zero due to U.S. oil sanctions, leading to the state oil company reducing crude production and initiating emergency measures to close some oil fields [1] Group 2 - Guosen Securities predicts that the "anti-involution" policy signals will effectively optimize the supply side of the refining and chemical industry [1] - The global external environment is changing rapidly, with significant uncertainties related to the Russia-Ukraine conflict, U.S.-Iran relations, and U.S. "reciprocal tariffs" [1] - It is expected that the Brent oil price will stabilize between $55-65 per barrel and WTI oil price between $52-62 per barrel by 2026, considering OPEC+'s fiscal balance oil price costs and the high new well costs of U.S. shale oil [1] Group 3 - The Chemical ETF tracks the CSI Sub-Sector Chemical Industry Index, which selects 50 large-cap, liquid chemical companies from the Shanghai and Shenzhen markets [2] - The top ten weighted stocks in the index include Wanhua Chemical, Salt Lake Co., Tianci Materials, Cangge Mining, Juhua Co., Hualu Hengsheng, Duofu Du, Hengli Petrochemical, Baofeng Energy, and Yuntianhua [2]

Core Viewpoint - Nine phosphate fertilizer companies in China have jointly issued a commitment to ensure stable supply and pricing of phosphate fertilizers, responding to high sulfur prices affecting production costs [1][2]. Group 1: Companies Involved - The nine phosphate fertilizer companies include Chengdu Yuntu Holdings Co., Ltd., Deyang Haohua Qingping Phosphate Mine Co., Ltd., Guizhou Phosphate (Group) Co., Ltd., Hubei Yihua Group Co., Ltd., Sichuan Development Longmang Co., Ltd., Sichuan Hongda Co., Ltd., Shikefeng Chemical Co., Ltd., Xinyangfeng Agricultural Technology Co., Ltd., and Yunnan Yuntianhua Co., Ltd. [1] Group 2: Commitments Made - The companies have made five key commitments: 1. Stabilizing production to ensure sufficient market supply 2. Actively selling phosphate fertilizers without hoarding or limiting sales 3. Maintaining stable prices until the end of spring farming in 2026 4. Ensuring adequate reserves by prioritizing supply for storage needs 5. Providing emergency support in case of local supply shortages or price instability [2]

Core Viewpoint - The petrochemical industry is currently facing significant "involution" competition, leading to a situation where companies are experiencing increased production without corresponding profit growth. The industry's overall operating revenue profit margin has declined from 8.03% in 2021 to an expected 4.85% in 2024. However, since 2025, some sub-industries have begun to recover, with a year-on-year net profit growth of 10.56% in the first three quarters, indicating a gradual stabilization and recovery in industry profitability [1][2]. Supply Side - The cumulative fixed asset investment in the chemical raw materials and chemical products manufacturing industry turned negative starting June 2025, with capital expenditures in the SW basic chemical industry and several sub-industries declining for multiple consecutive quarters. The current expansion cycle in the industry is nearing its end. In September, policies aimed at stabilizing growth in the petrochemical industry were introduced to address low-price disorderly competition and promote the orderly exit of backward production capacity. Sub-industries such as silicone, caprolactam, and PTA polyester have responded by developing or drafting industry guidelines to combat "involution." It is anticipated that there will be stricter approvals for new chemical product capacities, and the elimination of backward production capacity (e.g., small scale, high energy consumption, and high pollution) will accelerate, effectively alleviating the issue of supply surplus in the petrochemical industry [2][3]. Demand Side - Traditional demand is expected to see moderate recovery due to global central banks entering a rate-cutting cycle and pausing balance sheet reductions, supported by monetary and fiscal policy stimuli. Emerging demand from sectors such as new energy, SAF (Sustainable Aviation Fuel), and AI continues to drive the need for key chemical materials that support technological upgrades in industries [3]. - The overseas chemical capacity reduction, driven by high energy costs and aging facilities, has led to a wave of plant closures in the European chemical industry since 2025. Currently, China's chemical product sales account for over 40% of the global market. With a complete domestic petrochemical industry chain and many chemical products being highly competitive globally, it is expected that Chinese chemical companies will continue to increase their market share, accelerating the digestion of surplus capacity [3]. Macro and Chemical Product Prices - As of December 2025, the manufacturing PMI index was reported at 50.1%, an increase of 0.9 percentage points from the previous month, indicating expansion. The China Chemical Product Price Index (CCPI) was reported at 3927 points, a decrease of 9.4% from 4333 points at the beginning of the year, reflecting a decline in the ex-factory prices of major chemical products [3]. Oil Prices - In 2025, the international oil market experienced a downward trend, with Brent crude futures averaging approximately $69.15 per barrel and WTI crude futures averaging about $65.87 per barrel. This was influenced by a mix of factors including OPEC+ gradual production increases, geopolitical conflicts, fluctuations in U.S. oil inventories, and macroeconomic sentiment. OPEC+ announced a pause in production increases at the beginning of 2026 after a cumulative increase of 411,000 barrels per day from October to December 2025 to alleviate surplus pressure. The demand from non-OECD countries and aviation fuel, along with petrochemical raw materials, has become a major support for oil prices. Major institutions have narrowed their demand growth expectations for 2025-2026 to between 700,000 and 1.4 million barrels per day [4]. Investment Recommendations - The refining and chemical sector is expected to see a recovery in overall profits due to moderate oil prices and reduced cost volatility. The supply-demand relationship in the refining and chemical industry, particularly in the aromatics industry chain, is expected to continue to optimize. Key recommendations include China Petroleum (601857) and Rongsheng Petrochemical (002493) [5]. - In the potassium fertilizer sector, potassium salt resources are expected to remain scarce, with global supply and demand expected to maintain a tight balance over the next 2-3 years. Key recommendations include Yara International (000893), which has significant potassium salt mining rights in Laos [6]. - In the phosphorus chemical sector, the demand for lithium iron phosphate batteries is expected to enhance the marginal pull on phosphorus ore demand, leading to a revaluation of phosphorus ore. Key recommendations include Chuanheng Co., Ltd. (002895) and Yuntianhua Co., Ltd. (600096) [6]. - In the sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) sector, the EU has mandated a gradual increase in SAF content in aviation fuel, with global SAF demand expected to double to 2 million tons by 2025. Key recommendations include Zhuoyue New Energy, a leading domestic biodiesel company [6].

Core Viewpoint - The petrochemical industry is currently facing significant "involution" competition, leading to a situation where companies are experiencing increased production without corresponding profit growth. The industry's operating revenue profit margin has declined from 8.03% in 2021 to an expected 4.85% in 2024. However, since 2025, some sub-industries have begun to recover, with a year-on-year increase of 10.56% in net profit attributable to the parent company in the first three quarters, indicating a gradual stabilization and recovery in industry profitability [2][3]. Supply Side - Investment in fixed assets in the chemical raw materials and chemical products manufacturing industry has turned negative since June 2025, with capital expenditures in the basic chemical industry and several sub-industries declining for multiple consecutive quarters. The current expansion cycle in the industry is nearing its end. In September, policies aimed at stabilizing growth in the petrochemical industry were introduced to address low-price and disorderly competition and to promote the orderly exit of backward production capacity. Sub-industries such as silicone, caprolactam, and PTA polyester have responded to these "anti-involution" measures by either issuing or formulating industry guidelines. It is anticipated that there will be stricter approvals for new chemical product capacities, and the elimination of backward production capacity (such as small scale, high energy consumption, and high pollution) will accelerate, effectively alleviating the issue of supply surplus in the petrochemical industry [2][3]. Demand Side - Traditional demand is expected to see a moderate recovery due to global central banks entering a rate-cutting cycle and pausing balance sheet reductions, supported by monetary and fiscal policy stimuli. Emerging demand from sectors such as new energy, SAF (Sustainable Aviation Fuel), and AI continues to drive the need for key chemical materials that support technological upgrades in industries [3]. - The overseas chemical capacity reduction, driven by high energy costs and aging facilities, has led to a wave of plant closures in the European chemical industry since 2025. Currently, China's chemical product sales account for over 40% of the global market, with a well-established domestic petrochemical industry chain. As overseas capacity continues to clear and demand is expected to recover, Chinese chemical companies are likely to see an increase in global market share, accelerating the digestion of surplus capacity [3]. Macro and Chemical Product Prices - As of December 2025, the manufacturing PMI index was reported at 50.1%, an increase of 0.9 percentage points from the previous month, indicating expansion. The China Chemical Product Price Index (CCPI) was reported at 3927 points, a decrease of 9.4% from 4333 points at the beginning of the year, reflecting a decline in the ex-factory prices of major chemical products [3]. Oil Prices - In 2025, international oil prices exhibited a fluctuating downward trend, with Brent crude futures averaging approximately $69.15 per barrel and WTI crude futures averaging about $65.87 per barrel. This fluctuation was influenced by a combination of factors, including OPEC+'s gradual production increases, geopolitical conflicts, and macroeconomic sentiment. OPEC+ announced a pause in production increases at the beginning of 2026 to alleviate surplus pressures after a cumulative increase of 411,000 barrels per day from October to December. The demand from non-OECD countries, along with aviation fuel and petrochemical raw material needs, has become a major support for oil prices. Major institutions have narrowed their demand growth expectations for 2025-2026 to a range of 700,000 to 1.4 million barrels per day [4]. Investment Recommendations - The refining and chemical sector is expected to see a recovery in overall profits due to moderate oil prices and reduced cost fluctuations. The industry is also experiencing a shift towards "reducing oil and increasing chemicals," supported by clear anti-involution policy signals. Recommended companies include China Petroleum and Rongsheng Petrochemical [5][6]. - In the potassium fertilizer sector, potassium salt resources are expected to remain scarce, with a tight balance in global supply and demand over the next 2-3 years. Recommended company: Yara International, which holds significant potassium salt mining rights in Laos [6]. - In the phosphorus chemical sector, the demand for lithium iron phosphate in energy storage is expected to enhance the marginal pull on phosphorus ore demand, leading to a revaluation of phosphorus ore. Recommended companies include Chuanheng Co. and Yuntianhua [6]. - In the sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) sector, the EU has mandated a gradual increase in SAF blending ratios, with global SAF demand expected to double to 2 million tons by 2025. Recommended company: Zhuoyue New Energy, a leading domestic biodiesel enterprise [6][7].

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is maintained as "Positive" [5] Core Viewpoints - The rise in PX prices has triggered a bullish trend in the petrochemical sector, indicating long-term recovery opportunities for the industry [2][7] - The report highlights that the increase in PX prices, with futures rising over 800 CNY/ton and spot prices up about 340 CNY/ton, has improved profit expectations for refining companies [7] - The report emphasizes that the refining industry has faced prolonged downturns, with major companies encountering challenges such as declining domestic demand for refined oil and stagnant export quotas [7] - The appointment of new leadership at China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation is seen as a potential catalyst for industry recovery [7] Summary by Relevant Sections Investment Recommendations and Targets - Recommended leading companies in the refining sector include Sinopec (600028, Buy), Rongsheng Petrochemical (002493, Buy), and Hengli Petrochemical (600346, Buy) [3] - The report expresses optimism for recovery opportunities across various chemical sub-industries, including MDI leader Wanhua Chemical (600309, Buy) and companies in the PVC sector such as Zhongtai Chemical (002092, Not Rated), Xinjiang Tianye (600075, Not Rated), and Chlor-alkali Chemical (600618, Not Rated) [3] - In the phosphoric chemical sector, companies like Chuanheng Co. (002895, Not Rated) and Yuntianhua (600096, Not Rated) are highlighted due to growth driven by energy storage [3] - The oxalic acid industry recommendations include Hualu Hengsheng (600426, Buy), Huayi Group (600623, Buy), and Wankai New Materials (301216, Buy) [3]

Core Viewpoint - The chemical sector has shown a significant rebound, with the Chemical ETF (516020) reaching a new high since September 2022, reflecting strong performance across various sub-sectors such as petrochemicals, polyester, phosphate chemicals, and lithium batteries [1][9]. Group 1: Market Performance - The Chemical ETF (516020) opened lower but experienced a rise, achieving a maximum intraday increase of 2.56% and closing up by 1.98% [1][9]. - The Chemical ETF's index has recorded a year-to-date increase of 41.4%, outperforming major A-share indices like the Shanghai Composite Index (18.3%) and the CSI 300 Index (18.21%) [1][9]. Group 2: Key Stocks Performance - Notable stocks within the sector include Hengyi Petrochemical, which hit the daily limit, and others like Xin Fengming and Rongsheng Petrochemical, which rose over 7% [1][9]. - Hengli Petrochemical increased by over 6%, while Jinfa Technology, Yuntianhua, and Tianci Materials also showed significant gains [1][9]. Group 3: Industry Trends - The chemical sector's strong performance is attributed to policy support and cyclical recovery, leading to a notable outperformance compared to the broader market [1][9]. - The sector's fixed asset investment growth is slowing, and the "anti-involution" policy is promoting industry self-discipline, which is expected to improve profitability levels [6][13]. Group 4: Future Outlook - The demand for lithium iron phosphate materials is expected to grow significantly, with projections indicating a global output of 5.25 million tons by 2026, a 36% increase year-on-year [4][12]. - The Chemical ETF (516020) is positioned to capture investment opportunities across various sub-sectors, with nearly 50% of its holdings in large-cap leading stocks [6][13].