Core Viewpoint - The coal industry is entering a new upward cycle, with fundamental and policy factors aligning, making it an opportune time to invest in coal stocks [5] Price Trends - As of January 10, the market price for Qinhuangdao port thermal coal (Q5500) is 696 RMB/ton, an increase of 17 RMB/ton week-on-week [2] - The price for Shanxi-produced coking coal at Jingtang port remains stable at 1650 RMB/ton as of January 9 [3] - International thermal coal prices show mixed trends, with Newcastle NEWC5500 at 71.8 USD/ton (up 0.3 USD) and ARA6000 at 95.3 USD/ton (down 1.8 USD) [2] Supply and Demand Dynamics - The utilization rate for thermal coal mines is 90.3%, up 8.2 percentage points week-on-week, while coking coal mine utilization is at 85.34%, up 5.7 percentage points [3] - Coastal provinces show an increase in daily coal consumption by 29.90 thousand tons/day (+15.11%), while inland provinces see a decrease of 7.40 thousand tons/day (-1.81%) [4][5] - Chemical coal consumption has increased by 8.36 thousand tons/day (+1.13%) [4] Inventory Levels - As of January 8, coal inventory in coastal provinces decreased by 111.60 million tons (-3.17%), while inland provinces saw a larger drop of 409.00 million tons (-4.15%) [4] Investment Strategy - The coal sector is characterized by high performance, cash flow, and dividends, with a recommendation to invest in quality coal companies [7] - Companies such as China Shenhua, Shaanxi Coal, and others are highlighted for their stable operations and strong performance [7] - The coal market is expected to remain tight in the next 3-5 years, with a focus on the potential for price increases and valuation recovery [6][7]

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is maintained at "Accumulate" [1] Core Insights - The port thermal coal spot price increased by 17 CNY/ton week-on-week, closing at 699 CNY/ton. The average daily inflow to the four ports in the Bohai Rim increased by 12.17% week-on-week, while the average daily outflow rose by 4.15% [1][30] - The inventory at the Bohai Rim ports decreased by 4.75% week-on-week, indicating a marginal decline in overall inventory levels, which, combined with the release of rigid demand, has driven coal prices upward. However, the report anticipates that coal prices will maintain a volatile trend due to high temperatures and competition from renewable energy sources [1][35] Summary by Sections 1. Weekly Market Review - The Shanghai Composite Index rose by 2.41% week-on-week, while the coal sector index increased by 5.70% [10] - The trading volume for the coal sector reached 742 million CNY, a significant increase of 222% week-on-week [10] 2. Domestic Coal Prices - Domestic thermal coal prices showed a stable increase, with the price for 5500 kcal thermal coal in Datong rising by 56 CNY/ton to 606 CNY/ton [17] - The port thermal coal price at Qinhuangdao increased by 17 CNY/ton, closing at 699 CNY/ton [17] 3. Inventory and Shipping - The average daily inflow to the Bohai Rim ports was 154.18 million tons, up 12.17% week-on-week, while the outflow was 161.95 million tons, up 4.15% [30] - The number of anchored vessels in the Bohai Rim ports increased by 22% week-on-week, indicating heightened shipping activity [35] 4. Recommendations - The report suggests focusing on resource stocks, particularly recommending thermal coal elastic stocks such as Haohua Energy and Guanghui Energy due to their low valuations [2][40]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for several key companies in the coal industry, including Shanxi Coking Coal, Lu'an Mining, Yancoal Energy, China Shenhua, Shaanxi Coal and Chemical Industry, and others [5]. Core Views - The coal market is expected to see strong marginal improvements in supply and demand, leading to a stabilization and potential increase in coal prices. The report anticipates that coal prices will continue to rise due to high electricity demand during the cold weather and a reduction in port inventories [6][8]. - The demand side remains resilient, with non-electric demand and electricity demand both expected to maintain high levels. The report highlights that steel production and chemical industry coal consumption are driving this demand [8]. - On the supply side, there are expectations of reduced coal production due to regulatory changes and potential capacity cuts in key mining regions, which could further tighten supply [8]. - The report suggests that investors should consider low-entry opportunities in the coal sector, focusing on companies with strong dividend yields and low valuations, as well as those with significant production capacity growth [8]. Summary by Sections 1. Core Views and Operational Tracking - The report emphasizes the importance of dividend policies and growth prospects for listed companies in the coal sector, indicating a focus on stable earnings and potential for future growth [12][14]. 2. Coal Price Tracking - The report provides detailed tracking of coal prices, including indices for thermal coal and coking coal, highlighting recent price movements and trends in both domestic and international markets [9][10]. 3. Coal Inventory Tracking - There is a focus on coal production levels and inventory status, with recent data showing a decrease in port coal inventories, indicating improved supply-demand dynamics [8][10]. 4. Downstream Performance in the Coal Industry - The report tracks downstream consumption patterns, including daily coal usage by power plants and trends in steel and cement prices, which are critical for understanding overall coal demand [9][10]. 5. Recent Performance of the Coal Sector and Individual Stocks - The report analyzes the recent performance of the coal sector, noting fluctuations in stock prices and market sentiment, while also providing forecasts for key companies [8][10].

Core Viewpoint - The A-share market experienced fluctuations with the Shanghai Composite Index slightly down by 0.07%, marking a 15-day consecutive rise, driven by geopolitical conflicts that boosted the oil and gas sector [1] Group 1: Market Performance - The oil and gas ETF Huatai (159309) rose over 1.6% with a net inflow of 1.17 million yuan, continuing its two-day capital attraction [1] - The performance of the underlying index components of the oil and gas ETF was mixed, with International Industry, Xue Ren Group, and Huibo Po hitting the daily limit, while China Petroleum and China Oil & Gas saw declines of over 1% [3] Group 2: Geopolitical Impact - Recent geopolitical tensions have led to a reassessment of Venezuela's role in global oil supply, with potential long-term implications for oil prices [6] - The expected recovery of Venezuelan oil production faces challenges such as aging oil fields, weak infrastructure, high costs, and political instability, making a return to historical production levels difficult [6] Group 3: Industry Outlook - The oil sector is experiencing a gradual recovery, with high dividend characteristics highlighted by Changjiang Securities, indicating a positive outlook for leading companies in the midstream and upstream sectors [7] - The sector's cash flow stability and high dividend yield are expected to attract renewed valuation, especially with the backdrop of economic recovery and potential interest rate cuts [7] Group 4: Investment Opportunities - The oil and gas ETF Huatai (159309) focuses on the upstream and downstream of the oil and gas industry, presenting significant long-term investment value amid external uncertainties [8]

Core Viewpoint - The report highlights the growth of China's natural gas production, indicating a positive trend in the industry with a year-on-year increase in output and a significant cumulative production figure for 2025 [1] Group 1: Industry Overview - In November 2025, China's natural gas production reached 21.9 billion cubic meters, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 5.7% [1] - From January to November 2025, the cumulative natural gas production in China was 238.93 billion cubic meters, showing a cumulative increase of 6.3% [1] Group 2: Companies Involved - Listed companies in the natural gas sector include China Petroleum (601857), China Petrochemical (600028), Guanghui Energy (600256), Xintian Gas (603393), Shouhua Gas (300483), Lanyan Holdings (000968), and Xinchao Energy (600777) [1] Group 3: Research and Analysis - The report titled "China Natural Gas Market Operation Status and Development Potential Analysis Report (2026 Edition)" was published by Zhiyan Consulting, a leading industry consulting firm in China [1] - Zhiyan Consulting has over a decade of experience in industry research, providing in-depth reports, business plans, feasibility studies, and customized services [1]

Market Overview - The Shanghai Composite Index rose by 0.05% on January 7, with 17 out of the 28 sectors experiencing gains, led by the comprehensive and coal industries, which increased by 3.86% and 2.47% respectively [1] - The oil and petrochemical sector saw the largest decline, dropping by 1.73%, followed by the non-bank financial sector, which fell by 1.13% [1] Capital Flow Analysis - The main capital outflow from the two markets totaled 54.336 billion yuan, with only four sectors experiencing net inflows [1] - The telecommunications sector had the highest net inflow, amounting to 4.752 billion yuan, while the coal sector followed with a net inflow of 1.870 billion yuan [1] Oil and Petrochemical Sector Details - The oil and petrochemical sector experienced a net outflow of 999.3 million yuan, with 12 out of 47 stocks in the sector rising and 35 declining [2] - Among the stocks with net inflows, the top performer was Unified Holdings, which saw an inflow of 74.91 million yuan, followed by Guanghui Energy and Bohai Chemical with inflows of 39.62 million yuan and 19.58 million yuan respectively [2] - The stocks with the highest net outflows included China National Offshore Oil Corporation, which had an outflow of 504.09 million yuan, and China Petroleum with an outflow of 129.66 million yuan [2] Individual Stock Performance - The following stocks in the oil and petrochemical sector had significant net outflows: - China National Offshore Oil Corporation: -4.03% with a net outflow of 503.91 million yuan [2] - China Petroleum: -3.60% with a net outflow of 129.66 million yuan [2] - Hengli Petrochemical: -0.80% with a net outflow of 125.78 million yuan [2] - Conversely, Unified Holdings had a notable increase of 4.27% with a substantial net inflow of 74.91 million yuan [3]

Core Viewpoint - The Energy ETF Guangfa (159945) opened at a slight decline of 0.17%, indicating a mixed performance among its major holdings [1] Group 1: ETF Performance - The Energy ETF Guangfa (159945) opened at 1.192 yuan, reflecting a decrease of 0.17% [1] - Since its establishment on June 25, 2015, the fund has achieved a return of 19.49%, with a recent one-month return of 0.29% [1] Group 2: Major Holdings Performance - China Shenhua opened with an increase of 0.54% [1] - China Petroleum experienced a decline of 1.17% [1] - Shaanxi Coal and Chemical Industry rose by 0.90% [1] - China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation fell by 0.65% [1] - CNOOC saw a decrease of 1.14% [1] - Jereh Group dropped by 0.74% [1] - Yanzhou Coal Mining Company increased by 1.11% [1] - Guanghui Energy remained unchanged at 0.00% [1] - China Coal Energy rose by 0.69% [1] - Shanxi Coking Coal increased significantly by 3.95% [1]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the news is that the geopolitical situation is driving oil prices higher, with the Venezuelan oil supply being significantly disrupted, leading to a potential short-term increase in oil prices [1] - The China Securities report indicates that Venezuela's oil exports have essentially halted, creating a supply disruption in the global market, with a potential shortfall of around 1 million barrels per day [1] - The current global oil market remains in a supply surplus, with expectations that oil prices will fluctuate between $60 to $70 per barrel despite short-term upward pressure [1] Group 2 - The National Oil and Gas Index (399439) has seen a strong increase of 1.45%, with significant gains in constituent stocks such as Intercontinental Oil and Gas (600759) up 9.21% and Shanghai Petrochemical (600688) up 4.36% [1] - The top ten weighted stocks in the National Oil and Gas Index as of December 31, 2025, include major companies like China National Petroleum (601857) and China Petroleum & Chemical (600028), collectively accounting for 67.11% of the index [2] - The Oil and Gas ETF (159697) closely tracks the National Oil and Gas Index, reflecting the price changes of publicly listed companies in the oil and gas sector [2][3]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Recommended" rating for the coal mining industry [1] Core Insights - The coal mining industry is experiencing a tightening in production and shipment, with downstream power plants showing an increase in daily consumption, leading to a marginal improvement in supply-demand dynamics [2][12] - The report highlights that coal prices are expected to have support due to anticipated production reductions before the Spring Festival and potential temperature drops [12][63] - The long-term trend for coal prices is upward, driven by factors such as rising labor costs, increased safety and environmental investments, and higher taxation by local governments [5][66] Summary by Sections Thermal Coal - As of December 31, the price of thermal coal at northern ports is 678 RMB/ton, with a weekly decrease of 3 RMB/ton but a daily increase of 8 RMB/ton [12][63] - Production capacity utilization in the Sanxi region decreased by 4.85 percentage points due to increased maintenance during the New Year holiday [12][63] - The daily consumption of the six major power plants increased by 39,000 tons week-on-week [12][63] - The inventory of the six major power plants decreased by 118,000 tons to 13.375 million tons, down 276,000 tons year-on-year [12][29] Coking Coal - The production capacity utilization for coking coal decreased by 3.14 percentage points to 79.5% [3][64] - The average customs clearance volume at Ganqimaodu port decreased by 133 trucks week-on-week [3][64] - The price of main coking coal at ports remained stable at 1,740 RMB/ton as of December 31 [3][36] Coke - As of December 31, major steel mills have initiated the fourth round of price reductions for coke, indicating a weak market [3][44] - The average profit per ton of coke increased by 4 RMB/ton week-on-week [3][46] - The production rate of independent coking plants showed differentiation, with overall production rates declining slightly [3][47] Investment Opportunities - Recommended stocks include China Shenhua, Shaanxi Coal, and China Coal Energy for their stable performance and high dividends [5][66] - Other notable stocks include Yanzhou Coal, Jinkong Coal, and Huayuan Co. for their growth potential and strong cash flow [5][67]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for several key companies in the coal industry, including Shanxi Coking Coal, Lu'an Huanneng, Yancoal, China Shenhua, Shaanxi Coal and Chemical Industry, and others [5]. Core Insights - The coal market is experiencing a supply-demand tug-of-war, leading to continued price fluctuations. Recent supply constraints and increasing terminal demand have resulted in a slight recovery in port coal prices. However, as coal mines resume production after the New Year, supply is expected to stabilize, while demand is anticipated to strengthen due to colder weather [8][9]. - The report suggests a strategy of buying on dips, focusing on companies with strong dividend yields and low valuations, as well as those with significant production capacity growth potential. Key recommendations include China Shenhua, Zhongmei Energy, and Yancoal, among others [8][9]. Summary by Sections 1. Core Views and Business Tracking - The report emphasizes the importance of dividend policies and growth prospects for listed companies in the coal sector [13][15]. 2. Coal Price Tracking - The report tracks coal price indices, noting that the price of thermal coal at the port has shown a week-on-week increase of 6 CNY/ton, while year-on-year comparisons indicate a decline [9][10]. 3. Coal Inventory Tracking - As of December 31, 2025, the inventory at the Bohai Rim ports was reported at 28.366 million tons, reflecting a week-on-week decrease of 5.43% [8]. 4. Downstream Performance of the Coal Industry - The report highlights that the daily coal consumption across 25 provinces reached 6.116 million tons, marking a 12.78% increase compared to the end of November [8][9]. 5. Weekly Performance of the Coal Sector and Individual Stocks - The coal sector has seen significant price movements, with individual stocks reflecting the overall market trends. The report provides detailed performance metrics for key companies [10][11].