Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Positive" [2] Core Viewpoints - The report highlights significant effects of price increases in the express delivery industry due to the "anti-involution" trend, with a focus on profit recovery during the peak season [2][6] - The express delivery business volume grew by 12.7% year-on-year in September, with cumulative growth of 17.2% from January to September [3][13] - The average price per delivery increased by 2.4% month-on-month in September, indicating a recovery in pricing power within the industry [4][23] Summary by Sections Industry Situation - In September, the express delivery business volume reached approximately 168.8 billion pieces, with a year-on-year growth of 12.7%. The cumulative retail sales of physical goods through online shopping amounted to 9.15 trillion yuan, reflecting a 6.5% year-on-year increase [3][13] - The cumulative online shopping penetration rate is about 25.0%, with a slight decline of 0.7 percentage points year-on-year [3][13] Company Performance - In September, SF Express led the business volume growth with a 31.81% increase, followed by YTO Express at 13.64%, Shentong Express at 9.46%, and Yunda Express at 3.63% [4][25] - Cumulatively from January to September, SF Express achieved a business volume of 121 billion pieces, with a growth rate of 28.34%, while YTO, Yunda, and Shentong had growth rates of 19.40%, 12.98%, and 17.08% respectively [4][25] Pricing Situation - The average price per delivery in the express delivery industry was 7.55 yuan in September, down 4.9% year-on-year but up 2.4% month-on-month. The cumulative average price from January to September was 7.48 yuan, down 7.1% year-on-year [4][23] - Individual company pricing in September showed YTO at 2.21 yuan, Yunda at 2.02 yuan, Shentong at 2.12 yuan, and SF Express at 13.87 yuan, with SF experiencing a year-on-year decline of 13.31% [5][26] Investment Recommendations - The report recommends focusing on companies benefiting from the "anti-involution" trend, particularly Zhongtong Express and YTO Express, while keeping an eye on Yunda and Shentong [7][41] - For direct-operated models, SF Express is recommended due to its potential for significant performance recovery and growth in international business [7][41]

Core Insights - The report from Guotai Junan indicates that the trend of "anti-involution" in the express delivery industry has spread nationwide, significantly increasing the per-package revenue for companies and is expected to improve the profitability of e-commerce express delivery firms in the second half of this year and next year, with profitability elasticity depending on the sustainability of price increases [1] Group 1: Industry Trends - The trend of small-package delivery continues, with the industry expected to maintain resilient growth in business volume. By August 2025, the cumulative express delivery volume reached 128.2 billion packages, a year-on-year increase of 17.8% (on a comparable basis), indicating counter-cyclical growth [1] - The consumption potential in lower-tier markets, such as the central and western regions and rural areas, is being released, which is expected to contribute to resilient growth in industry business volume in the second half of 2025 and 2026 [1] Group 2: Financial Performance - In the first eight months of 2025, the express delivery industry's per-package revenue was 7.48 yuan, a year-on-year decline of 7.3%, but the decline has narrowed compared to a 12.3% drop at the end of 2024, reflecting a slowdown in price competition under the "anti-involution" regulation [1] - The upcoming peak season for e-commerce is anticipated to stabilize and repair express delivery prices in the second half of 2025 and 2026 [1] Group 3: Cost Dynamics - The weakening of economies of scale is noted, with the core cost per package declining at a slower pace. As transportation and transfer costs have limited room for reduction, the introduction of unmanned vehicle technology is expected to lower the delivery costs at the final stage [2] - New social security regulations are expected to lead to a short-term increase in per-package costs, but in the long term, they may drive the industry towards a value competition transformation [2]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Positive" investment rating for the transportation industry [7] Core Insights - The passenger transport volume is recovering, with domestic passenger volume increasing by 3% year-on-year and international passenger volume rising by 17% [5][13] - Shipping rates for container shipping are showing strong support, while oil and bulk shipping rates have slightly adjusted downwards [6][39] - Logistics technology financing is accelerating, with express delivery volume increasing by 7.8% year-on-year [5][50] Summary by Sections Passenger Transport - Domestic passenger volume has shown a 3% year-on-year increase as of October 24, with international passenger volume up by 17% [5][13] - The average domestic seat occupancy rate has improved by 1.0 percentage points year-on-year, while international occupancy has increased by 5.1 percentage points [22] - Oil prices have decreased by 0.7% year-on-year, putting slight pressure on industry revenue [22] Shipping - The average VLCC-TCE rate has decreased by 8.4% to $79,000 per day [39] - The SCFI index for foreign trade container shipping has increased by 7.1% to 1,403 points, indicating strong pricing support from shipping companies [6][39] - The BDI index has decreased by 3.8% to 1,991 points, reflecting a softening demand for large vessel rentals [39] Logistics - The express delivery volume from October 13 to October 19 reached 3.944 billion pieces, a year-on-year increase of 7.8% [50] - The average price for bulk commodity road transport has increased by 4.8% year-on-year, reaching 0.33 yuan per ton [50] - The average daily transport volume at Ganqimaodu was 900 vehicles, with a short-distance average price of 90 yuan per ton, reflecting a 13 yuan increase [50]

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Overweight" rating for the express delivery industry, expecting the industry index to outperform the market index by over 10% in the next six months [7]. Core Insights - The express delivery industry has shown signs of recovery with an increase in average delivery prices, attributed to regulatory measures against excessive competition [2][3]. - The total express delivery volume from January to September 2025 reached 1,450.8 billion pieces, a year-on-year increase of 17.2%, while the industry revenue for the same period was 10,857.4 billion yuan, up 8.9% year-on-year [2]. - The average revenue per delivery in September was 7.55 yuan, reflecting a year-on-year decrease of 4.91% but a month-on-month increase of 0.18 yuan, indicating a potential price recovery trend [2]. Summary by Sections Industry Performance - In September 2025, the express delivery volume was 168.8 billion pieces, a year-on-year increase of 12.7%, and the revenue was 1,273.7 billion yuan, up 7.2% year-on-year [2]. - The average delivery price has seen a slight recovery due to the "anti-involution" measures, with various regions announcing price increases ranging from 0.1 to 0.4 yuan per delivery [3]. Market Dynamics - Major express delivery companies such as SF Express, Yunda, Shentong, and YTO have reported varying growth rates in delivery volumes, with SF Express showing a significant year-on-year increase of 31.81% in September [4]. - The market concentration index (CR8) for the express delivery sector remained stable at 86.9, with slight fluctuations in market shares among leading companies [4]. Investment Strategy - The report suggests that the ongoing price increases and regulatory scrutiny will enhance profit margins for express delivery companies, with a focus on companies like YTO Express, Shentong Express, SF Holdings, and Yunda [5]. - The anticipated price recovery and reduced competition for market share are expected to release profit elasticity for express delivery companies [5].

Core Points - YTO Express announced that Hangzhou Haoyue plans to transfer up to 68,450,994 shares through block trading, representing no more than 2% of YTO's total share capital [2][3] - The transfer period is set from November 7, 2025, to February 6, 2026 [3] - Hangzhou Haoyue is a subsidiary of Alibaba Group and currently holds 310,244,613 shares of YTO, accounting for 9.06% of the total share capital, making it the third-largest shareholder [3] Shareholding Changes - Hangzhou Haoyue's planned reduction of shares is part of its own strategic development and financial planning [3] - This is not the first time Hangzhou Haoyue has reduced its stake in YTO Express this year; in March, it announced a plan to transfer up to 68,935,068 shares, also representing no more than 2% of the total share capital [4]

Group 1: Logistics - The logistics industry is expected to undergo a paradigm shift towards high-quality development, driven by policy changes and the "anti-involution" movement, which aims to ensure the rights of delivery personnel and improve profitability [4][24][30] - The logistics sector is entering a new phase of overseas expansion, with companies like Jitu Express and Jiayou International transitioning from initial stages to more advanced operations, focusing on management and capacity exports [4][8][35] Group 2: Aviation - The aviation industry is poised for recovery, benefiting from a resurgence in business travel demand since September, leading to improved revenue and cost dynamics [9][51] - The supply side is tightening, with low aircraft deliveries expected in 2025 and high capacity utilization rates, indicating a potential for revenue and cost resonance in the industry [9][51] Group 3: Shipping - The shipping sector is influenced by both seasonal and non-seasonal factors, with a focus on oil transportation due to OPEC+ production adjustments and the expected positive impact of new projects in the dry bulk segment [10][20] - The container shipping market is facing tariff disruptions, but demand is anticipated to rise due to proposed measures from the 301 investigation, which may boost feeder vessel demand [10][20] Group 4: Highways - Highway companies are regaining attractiveness in terms of valuation and dividend yield, with a focus on low valuation and high dividend characteristics [11][20] - The widening gap between highway company dividend yields and ten-year government bond yields suggests a return to a high cost-performance ratio for these assets [11][20]

Core Insights - The peak season of Double 11 is approaching, and the express delivery industry is experiencing a slowdown in business growth compared to last year due to rising prices in grain-producing areas, but it is still expected to reach new highs [1] - AI technology has transitioned from concept to full implementation, enhancing the efficiency and accuracy of the business chain for express delivery companies during the peak season [2] Group 1: AI and Technology Implementation - YTO Express launched its "Smart Routing" system in August, integrating big data, AI, and GIS technology, which reduced routing analysis time from 5 days to 1 day, significantly improving transportation efficiency [4] - YTO's AI customer service can automatically handle customer inquiries and claims, reducing the workload on human customer service by 16% year-on-year in the first half of 2025 [4] - This year marks the first large-scale deployment of unmanned vehicles during Double 11, with unmanned vehicles operating in various scenarios, achieving rapid delivery times [4][6] Group 2: Infrastructure and Capacity Enhancement - Jitu Express has accelerated capacity construction, upgrading 57 transfer centers and over 1,000 distribution points, investing in more than 700 sets of automated equipment to enhance operational capabilities [9] - Zhongtong Express has launched new projects in northern and southwestern regions, while Shentong has completed nine capacity projects before the peak season [11] - Yunda has also opened several logistics hubs, enhancing package handling efficiency and customer satisfaction [11][13] Group 3: Service Quality and Customer Experience - The express delivery industry is shifting from price wars to value wars, focusing on service quality during Double 11, which tests delivery capabilities and after-sales service [15] - Companies are prioritizing consumer logistics experience and enhancing B2B market focus through systems like "Customer Manager" to retain clients with customized service models [15]

Core Viewpoint - The express delivery industry in China is experiencing a growth in business volume and revenue, driven by a reduction in internal competition and an increase in pricing [1][2][4] Industry Summary - According to the National Postal Bureau's report, the express delivery business volume is expected to grow by approximately 12% year-on-year in September, while revenue is projected to increase by around 7% year-on-year [1][2] - The average revenue per package in September is estimated at 7.58 yuan, reflecting a month-on-month increase of 3% [1][2] - The trend of reducing internal competition is leading to a continuous rise in express delivery prices across the country [2][4] Company Performance - YTO Express achieved a business volume of 2.627 billion packages in September, a year-on-year increase of 13.64%, with a revenue per package of 2.21 yuan, up 1.4% [1] - Shentong Express reported a business volume of 2.187 billion packages, a year-on-year increase of 9.46%, with a revenue per package of 2.12 yuan, up 4.95% [1] - Yunda Express completed a business volume of 2.110 billion packages, a year-on-year increase of 3.63%, with a revenue per package of 2.02 yuan, up 0.50% [1] Profitability Outlook - The third quarter is expected to show initial profit recovery for express delivery companies due to price increases, with a focus on profit elasticity in the fourth quarter [4][5] - The industry is entering a new phase of reducing internal competition, with potential implications for pricing and profitability [5] Investment Recommendations - Companies with significant profit elasticity such as Shentong Express (002468.SZ) and YTO Express (600233.SH) are recommended for investment, along with J&T Express (01519) benefiting from Southeast Asian e-commerce growth [6]

Core Viewpoint - The "Double 11" shopping festival has officially started, with major e-commerce platforms launching promotional rules to stimulate consumer shopping enthusiasm, while logistics companies are preparing for the upcoming peak in logistics demand [1][2]. Group 1: Logistics Preparation - The express delivery industry is entering a "preparation mode" to ensure logistics support for the online consumption market during the "Double 11" shopping festival [2]. - Yunda Holdings has emphasized the need for safety and service quality during the peak season, preparing resources such as personnel, vehicles, and storage in advance [2]. - Shentong Express has initiated a large-scale deployment of "AI outlet managers" to enhance service quality and support logistics operations during the peak [3]. Group 2: Industry Trends - The "Double 11" has become a critical annual test for the express delivery industry, with last year's event seeing approximately 12.082 billion packages collected, a year-on-year increase of 21.4% [4]. - The trend is shifting from short-term bursts to long-term promotions, prompting logistics companies to focus on systematic capability building rather than emergency expansions [4]. - Major express companies are advancing their smart upgrades, focusing on improving sorting operations, intelligent routing, and AI customer service to enhance service quality [5]. Group 3: Service Quality Enhancement - Companies like YTO Express are responding to the call against "involution" competition by embracing value-based competition and accelerating smart upgrades [5]. - SF Express has developed its own "logistics decision-making model" and "large language model" to improve operational efficiency through automation and intelligent technologies [5]. - Experts suggest that express companies can enhance service quality by building layered service systems and developing customized product combinations [6].

Core Insights - The "Double 11" shopping festival has officially started, with major e-commerce platforms launching promotional rules to stimulate consumer shopping enthusiasm [1] - Express delivery companies are actively preparing for the logistics peak associated with the shopping festival, ensuring robust logistics support [2] Group 1: Express Delivery Companies' Preparations - The express delivery industry has entered a "combat mode" in anticipation of the "Double 11" shopping festival, focusing on logistics support for online consumption [2] - Yunda Holdings has emphasized the need for safety, service quality, and efficiency during the peak season, preparing resources such as personnel, vehicles, and warehouses in advance [2] - Shentong Express has initiated a large-scale deployment of "AI outlet managers" to enhance service quality and efficiency during the logistics peak [3] Group 2: Industry Trends and Developments - The "Double 11" has evolved into a long-term promotional event, leading express delivery companies to shift from emergency expansion to systematic capability building [4] - Major express companies are advancing their smart transformation, focusing on improving sorting operations, intelligent routing, and AI customer service to enhance service quality [5] - Companies like YTO Express are responding to the call against "involution" competition by embracing value competition strategies and accelerating smart upgrades [5] Group 3: Service Quality Enhancement - Experts suggest that express delivery companies should build a layered service system and develop customized product combinations to improve service quality [6] - The integration of smart lockers, service stations, and home delivery can enhance service reach and quality [6]