Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for Hengli Petrochemical (600346) [6][7][8] Core Views - Hengli Petrochemical is a high-dividend refining and chemical enterprise with potential for profit improvement as fundamentals strengthen [2] - The company has a vertically integrated refining and chemical chain, with strong cost control and management capabilities, leading to a high average ROE of 22% over the past five years [6] - Oil price trends are expected to improve refining costs, with aromatics likely to maintain high profitability [6] - The company's cost advantages and new material projects are expected to contribute to performance growth [6] Financial Performance - In 2023, Hengli Petrochemical achieved operating revenue of 234.866 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 5.6%, and net profit attributable to the parent company of 6.905 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 197.8% [5] - The company's gross profit margin in 2023 was 11.2%, with an ROE of 11.5% [5] - For 2024-2026, the company's operating revenue is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 2.1%, with net profit attributable to the parent company expected to reach 8.050 billion yuan, 10.486 billion yuan, and 12.439 billion yuan, respectively [5] Industry Analysis - Global oil demand growth is expected to slow due to economic slowdown and the impact of clean energy, with oil prices expected to decline from Q2 2025 [30][35] - Global refining capacity growth is slowing, with significant capacity reductions in Europe and the US, creating a favorable market environment for large-scale refining enterprises [39][42] - Aromatics, particularly PX, are expected to maintain tight supply-demand balance and high profitability due to limited new capacity and strong downstream demand [45][47][53] - Olefins are currently oversupplied, but the industry is expected to enter an upward cycle after 2027 [59][60] Company Advantages - Hengli Petrochemical has a vertically integrated refining and chemical chain, with 20 million tons of crude oil and 5 million tons of coal processing capacity, producing 5.2 million tons of PX, 1.2 million tons of benzene, and 1.66 million tons of PTA annually [18][19] - The company has significant cost advantages due to its advanced heavy oil processing capabilities and integrated supporting facilities, with coal-to-hydrogen projects providing low-cost hydrogen and methanol [74][76][77] - New material projects, including a 1.6 million tons/year high-performance resin and new materials project, are expected to contribute to performance growth [6][18]

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京天股字（2024）第 489 号 致：恒力石化股份有限公司 恒力石化股份有限公司（以下简称"公司"）2024 年第一次临时股东大会（以 下简称"本次股东大会"）采取现场投票与网络投票相结合的方式召开，其中现场 会议于 2024 年 9 月 10 日在苏州市吴江区盛泽镇南麻工业区恒力路一号召开。北京 市天元律师事务所（以下简称"本所"）接受公司聘任，指派本所律师参加本次股 东大会现场会议，并根据《中华人民共和国公司法》、《中华人民共和国证券法》（以 下简称"《证券法》"）、《上市公司股东大会规则》（以下简称"《股东大会规则》"） 以及《恒力石化股份有限公司章程》（以下简称"《公司章程》"）等有关规定， 就本次股东大会的召集、召开程序、出席现场会议人员的资格、召集人资格、会议 表决程序及表决结果等事项出具本法律意见。 为出具本法律意见，本所律师审查了《恒力石化股份有限公司第九届董事会第 二十一次会议决议公告》、《恒力石化股份有限公司关于召开 2024 年第一次临时股 东大会的通知》（以下简称"《召开股东大会通知》"）以及本所律师认为必要的 其他文件和资料，同时审查了出席现场会议股东的身份和资格、见证了本次股东大 ...

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Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company [1] Core Views - The company has shown significant improvement in profitability in the first half of 2024, driven by the release of PTA and new material product capacities, contributing to a second growth engine [3][9] - The company benefits from a decline in coal and raw material costs, alongside a differentiated recovery in demand within the chemical fiber industry [10] Financial Summary - **Revenue and Profit Growth**: The company reported a revenue of 112.596 billion yuan in H1 2024, a year-on-year increase of 2.87%. The net profit attributable to shareholders was 4.018 billion yuan, up 31.77% year-on-year [3] - **Sales and Margins**: The overall sales gross margin for H1 2024 was 11.86%, an increase of 0.78 percentage points compared to the same period last year. The net profit margin was 3.58%, up 0.79 percentage points year-on-year [3] - **PTA and New Materials Performance**: The PTA segment's revenue in H1 2024 was 38.732 billion yuan, a 35.19% increase year-on-year, while the new materials segment generated 21.062 billion yuan, up 40.61% year-on-year [4] - **Future Projections**: The company is expected to achieve revenues of 263.582 billion yuan, 278.054 billion yuan, and 288.629 billion yuan for 2024, 2025, and 2026 respectively, with corresponding net profits of 8.568 billion yuan, 10.641 billion yuan, and 12.231 billion yuan [10] Industry Overview - The company operates in the petrochemical industry, which is currently experiencing a recovery in demand, particularly in the chemical fiber sector, while the real estate market remains weak [2][9]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" (maintained) [1] Core Views - The company has shown stable operating performance, with high-performance resin and new material projects gradually coming into production [1] - The second quarter of 2024 saw a slight increase in revenue year-on-year, but a decrease compared to the previous quarter, attributed to maintenance of some refining units [2][3] - The company is expected to achieve significant growth with the completion of new projects, particularly in high-performance resins and new materials [5] Financial Performance Summary - In Q2 2024, the company achieved operating revenue of 54.15 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 1.6% but a quarter-on-quarter decrease of 7.3% [2] - The net profit attributable to shareholders was 1.88 billion yuan, down 7.4% year-on-year and down 12.2% quarter-on-quarter [2] - The gross profit margin was 12.61%, a decrease of 0.37 percentage points year-on-year but an increase of 1.45 percentage points quarter-on-quarter [2] - The company’s cash flow from operating activities was 4.66 billion yuan [2] Segment Performance - Refining products generated revenue of 19.7 billion yuan, down 42% year-on-year and down 25% quarter-on-quarter, with sales volume decreasing by 39% year-on-year [3] - PTA revenue was 19.5 billion yuan, up 41% year-on-year, with sales volume increasing by 32% year-on-year [3] - New materials revenue reached 11.3 billion yuan, a 61% increase year-on-year, with sales volume up 72% year-on-year [3] Future Growth Potential - The company’s high-performance resin and new materials project is expected to achieve full production in the second half of 2024, contributing to future growth [5] - The company has completed its 2023 cash dividend distribution, emphasizing shareholder returns, with a payout of 0.55 yuan per share [5] - The projected revenue for 2024-2026 is expected to be 256.9 billion, 265.7 billion, and 274.7 billion yuan respectively, with net profits of 9.16 billion, 11.09 billion, and 13.06 billion yuan [5][11]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company, with a target price of 18.15 yuan, down from the previous target of 18.66 yuan [7][8] Core Views - The company's H1 2024 performance met expectations, with a net profit attributable to shareholders of 4.018 billion yuan, up 31.77% YoY [8] - The company is leveraging its large-scale refining platform to build new momentum, with new material capacities such as high-performance resins and lithium battery separators expected to be released [8] - The company emphasizes shareholder returns, with a proposed cash dividend of 3.871 billion yuan in 2023, accounting for 56% of net profit attributable to shareholders [8] - The company's controlling shareholder, Hengli Group, has signed a memorandum of understanding with Saudi Aramco for strategic cooperation, including a potential equity acquisition and collaboration in crude oil supply and product procurement [8] Financial Summary - Revenue is expected to grow from 222.373 billion yuan in 2022 to 326.432 billion yuan in 2026, with a CAGR of 10.1% [6] - Net profit attributable to shareholders is projected to increase from 2.318 billion yuan in 2022 to 13.463 billion yuan in 2026, with a CAGR of 55.6% [6] - EPS is forecasted to rise from 0.33 yuan in 2022 to 1.91 yuan in 2026 [6] - ROE is expected to improve from 4.4% in 2022 to 18.2% in 2026 [6] Valuation and Comparables - The company's 2024E PE is 10.93x, lower than peers such as Rongsheng Petrochemical (18.36x) and Wanhua Chemical (11.13x) [11] - The company's 2024E PB is 1.46x, compared to 1.76x in 2022 [10] Industry and Market Position - The company operates in the oil/energy sector and is positioned as a leader in the refining and chemical industry, with a 2000万吨 world-class refining platform [7][8] - The company is seen as a representative of "new quality productivity" in the chemical industry, driving structural optimization and industrial upgrading [8]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" (maintained) [1] Core Views - The company reported a stable performance in Q2 2024, with revenue of 112.60 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 2.87%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 4.02 billion yuan, up 31.77% year-on-year [2] - The company is leveraging its integrated refining and chemical platform to expand its capital expenditures and enhance growth potential, focusing on high-end polyester, functional films, biodegradable materials, and new energy chemicals [4][9] - The company is expected to see significant improvements in its annual performance, with net profits projected at 8.97 billion yuan, 12.94 billion yuan, and 13.19 billion yuan for 2024, 2025, and 2026 respectively, corresponding to current P/E ratios of 10.38X, 7.19X, and 7.06X [9] Summary by Sections Financial Performance - In Q2 2024, the company achieved a gross margin of 12.61%, with a net margin of 3.48%, reflecting a slight year-on-year decrease in profitability metrics [3] - The company’s revenue for 2023 is projected at 234.87 billion yuan, with a year-on-year growth of 5.6% [7] - The net profit attributable to shareholders for 2023 is expected to be 6.91 billion yuan, showing a significant year-on-year increase of 197.8% [7] Operational Insights - The company faced production and sales impacts due to maintenance activities, with Q2 production of refining products, PTA, and new materials showing a quarter-on-quarter decline [3] - The company is actively working on new projects, including a 1.6 million tons/year high-performance resin and new materials project, expected to be fully operational in the second half of 2024 [4][8] Market Positioning - The company is strategically positioned to capitalize on the domestic demand for high-end materials, aiming to reduce reliance on imported products and enhance its competitive edge in the market [4][9] - The ongoing projects in Suzhou and Nantong are set to establish the company as a leading player in the functional film materials sector globally [8]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company, anticipating accelerated growth due to competitive advantages and industry consolidation [15]. Core Views - The industry is expected to undergo accelerated consolidation, with the company positioned as a leader in the integrated refining and chemical sector. The company has strategically extended its industrial chain, with significant projects set to enhance its performance [14][15]. - The company emphasizes shareholder returns, having increased its dividend payout, which is projected to enhance its long-term investment value as new projects come online [15]. Financial Performance Summary - Total revenue for 2022 was 222.373 billion yuan, with a projected increase to 253.692 billion yuan in 2024, reflecting a year-on-year growth rate of 8.0% [15]. - The net profit attributable to the parent company is forecasted to grow from 6.905 billion yuan in 2023 to 11.800 billion yuan in 2025, indicating a significant increase in profitability [15]. - The company’s earnings per share (EPS) are expected to rise from 0.98 yuan in 2023 to 1.68 yuan in 2025, with corresponding price-to-earnings (P/E) ratios decreasing from 13.43 to 7.89 over the same period [15]. Industry Outlook - The report highlights that the refining capacity in China is set to be streamlined, with the elimination of outdated facilities, which is expected to enhance the overall industry landscape [14]. - The company is actively involved in new projects, including a high-performance resin and new materials project, which is anticipated to be fully operational by the second half of 2024, contributing to its growth [14].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company, indicating a positive outlook on its performance [5][6]. Core Views - The company reported a revenue of 112.6 billion yuan in H1 2024, a year-on-year increase of 2.87%, and a net profit of 4.02 billion yuan, up 31.77% year-on-year [5]. - Despite a decline in Q2 performance due to maintenance activities, the company is expected to benefit from a recovery in refining demand and improved product margins [6]. - The company’s capital expenditures are nearing completion, and it is anticipated that dividends will remain at a high level [6]. - The termination of the subsidiary's spin-off listing is not expected to have a significant impact on the company's operations or financial status [6]. Financial Data Summary - The company’s total revenue is projected to reach 253.5 billion yuan in 2024, with a net profit forecast of 9.54 billion yuan, corresponding to a PE ratio of 10 [2][9]. - The gross profit margin is expected to improve from 11.9% in H1 2024 to 12.0% in 2024E, and the return on equity (ROE) is projected to increase to 14.5% in 2024E [2][9]. - The company’s earnings per share (EPS) is forecasted to be 1.36 yuan in 2024, increasing to 1.99 yuan by 2026 [2][9].