Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for Huabei Mining [2][12] Core Views - The company has demonstrated good cost control in H1 2025, and the gradual production of high-quality projects is expected to enhance the company's performance [2][11] Summary by Relevant Sections Financial Performance - In H1 2025, the company achieved operating revenue of 20.612 billion yuan, a decrease of 45% year-on-year; net profit attributable to shareholders was 1.032 billion yuan, down 65% year-on-year [6][11] - For Q2 2025, operating revenue was 10.05 billion yuan, a 5% decrease quarter-on-quarter; net profit attributable to shareholders was 340 million yuan, down 51% quarter-on-quarter [6] Coal Business - In H1 2025, both the volume and price of coal sales decreased year-on-year, with the cost per ton of coal down 13% [7] - The company produced 8.91 million tons of commercial coal in H1 2025, a 14% decrease year-on-year, and sold 6.48 million tons, down 19% year-on-year [7] - The unit price of commercial coal was 835 yuan/ton, a decrease of 25% year-on-year [7] Coal Chemical Business - In H1 2025, the sales and prices of coke and methanol declined year-on-year, while the ethanol project showed significant production and sales growth [8] - Coke production was 1.71 million tons, up 1% year-on-year, with a unit price of 1418 yuan/ton, down 33% year-on-year [8] - Ethanol production reached 230,000 tons, a 203% increase year-on-year, with sales of 220,000 tons, up 246% year-on-year [8] Future Outlook - The company is expected to achieve operating revenues of 62.735 billion yuan in 2025, a decrease of 5% year-on-year, and net profit of 2.975 billion yuan, down 39% year-on-year [11] - The projected EPS for 2025 is 1.10 yuan, with a PE ratio of 11.45 [11] - The company is anticipated to benefit from stable coal pricing and the gradual ramp-up of production capacity in coal, coal chemical, and thermal power sectors [11]

Core Viewpoint - HuaiBei Mining reported a significant decline in both revenue and net profit for the first half of 2025, indicating challenges in the coal and chemical industries [1][2]. Revenue and Profit Summary - For H1 2025, the company achieved a revenue of 20.612 billion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 45% [1]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders was 1.032 billion yuan, down 65% year-on-year [1]. - The weighted average return on equity was 2.4%, a decrease of 4.9 percentage points year-on-year [1]. Quarterly Performance - In Q2 2025, the company reported a revenue of 10.05 billion yuan, a quarter-on-quarter decline of 5% [2]. - The net profit for Q2 was 340 million yuan, down 51% quarter-on-quarter [2]. Coal Business Analysis - In H1 2025, both production and sales of coal decreased year-on-year, with production at 8.91 million tons (down 14%) and sales at 6.48 million tons (down 19%) [3]. - The unit price of coal was 835 yuan/ton, a decrease of 25% year-on-year [3]. - The cost per ton of coal was 469 yuan, down 13% year-on-year, resulting in a gross profit of 366 yuan per ton, a decline of 36% year-on-year [3]. - In Q2 2025, coal production was 4.6 million tons (up 7% quarter-on-quarter), and sales were 3.5 million tons (up 18% quarter-on-quarter) [3]. - The unit price of coal in Q2 was 748 yuan/ton, down 20% quarter-on-quarter, with a cost of 426 yuan/ton (down 18% quarter-on-quarter) and a gross profit of 322 yuan/ton (down 23% quarter-on-quarter) [3]. Coal Chemical Business Overview - In H1 2025, the coal chemical segment saw declines in sales and prices for coke and methanol, while ethanol production increased significantly [4]. - Coke production was 1.71 million tons (up 1% year-on-year), with sales at 1.68 million tons (down 1%) and a unit price of 1418 yuan/ton (down 33% year-on-year) [4]. - Methanol production was 310,000 tons (up 91%), with sales at 120,000 tons (down 2%) and a unit price of 2133 yuan/ton (down 2%) [4]. - Ethanol production reached 230,000 tons (up 203%), with sales at 220,000 tons (up 246%) and a unit price of 4896 yuan/ton (down 9% year-on-year) [4]. - In Q2 2025, coke production was 970,000 tons (up 30%), with sales at 980,000 tons (up 40%) and a unit price of 1361 yuan/ton (down 9% quarter-on-quarter) [4]. - Methanol production was 190,000 tons (up 58%), with sales at 70,000 tons (up 68%) and a unit price of 2070 yuan/ton (down 7% quarter-on-quarter) [4]. - Ethanol production was 130,000 tons (up 39%), with sales at 130,000 tons (up 41%) and a unit price of 4979 yuan/ton (up 4% quarter-on-quarter) [4]. Profit Forecast and Valuation - The company is projected to achieve revenues of 62.7 billion yuan, 67.2 billion yuan, and 70 billion yuan for 2025-2027, with year-on-year changes of -5%, +7%, and +4% respectively [5]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders is expected to be 3 billion yuan, 3.7 billion yuan, and 4.1 billion yuan for the same period, with year-on-year changes of -39%, +23%, and +11% respectively [5]. - Earnings per share (EPS) are forecasted to be 1.10 yuan, 1.36 yuan, and 1.51 yuan, corresponding to price-to-earnings (PE) ratios of 11, 9, and 8 times [5]. - The company anticipates stable operations in coal business due to long-term pricing agreements, with growth potential in coal, chemical, and power generation sectors [5].

Core Viewpoint - The company reported a significant decline in revenue and net profit for the first half of 2025, primarily due to a sharp drop in coking coal prices in June, which exceeded expectations [1]. Financial Performance - For 1H25, the company achieved a revenue of 20.612 billion yuan, down 44.64% year-on-year, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 1.032 billion yuan, down 64.85% year-on-year [1]. - In 2Q25, revenue was 10.083 billion yuan, with a net profit of 340 million yuan, reflecting a year-on-year decline of 74.73% and a quarter-on-quarter decline of 50.8% [1]. Coal Business - Production and sales of commercial coal in 1H25 were 8.91 million tons and 6.48 million tons, respectively, down 14% and 19% year-on-year, mainly due to geological conditions affecting output [1]. - In 2Q25, the company produced 4.6 million tons of commercial coal, down 10% year-on-year but up 7% quarter-on-quarter, with sales of 3.5 million tons, down 13% year-on-year but up 18% quarter-on-quarter [1]. - The average price of coal in 2Q25 was 748 yuan per ton, down 364 yuan year-on-year and 190 yuan quarter-on-quarter [1]. Cost and Profitability - The cost per ton in 2Q25 was 426 yuan, down 111 yuan year-on-year and 94 yuan quarter-on-quarter, indicating effective cost control [1]. - The gross profit per ton of coal in 2Q25 was 322 yuan, down 253 yuan year-on-year and 96 yuan quarter-on-quarter [1]. Coal Chemical Business - In the coal chemical segment, coke production and sales in 1H25 were 1.71 million tons and 1.68 million tons, respectively, with an average price of 1,418 yuan per ton [1]. - Methanol production and sales in 1H25 were 310,000 tons and 120,000 tons, respectively, with an average price of 2,133 yuan per ton [1]. - Ethanol production and sales in 1H25 were 230,000 tons and 220,000 tons, respectively, with an average price of 4,896 yuan per ton [1]. Future Outlook - The company expects a sequential improvement in performance for Q3 due to a rebound in coking coal prices and downstream steel mills restocking [2]. - The annual production forecast has been revised down, with expectations of less than 19 million tons, but potential growth is anticipated in 2026 with the resumption of production at the Xinh Lake mine and the commissioning of the Tao Hutou project [2]. Profit Forecast and Valuation - Due to the unexpected decline in coking coal prices, the company has lowered its profit forecasts for 2025 and 2026 by 37.7% and 29.2%, respectively [3]. - The target price is maintained at 15 yuan, reflecting a potential upside of 19% based on the projected P/E ratios for 2025 and 2026 [3].

Core Viewpoint - Huabei Mining's operating performance continues to decline, with significant drops in revenue and net profit in the first half of 2025 compared to the previous year [1][5][7]. Financial Performance - In the first half of 2025, Huabei Mining reported operating revenue of 20.682 billion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of approximately 45% [1][5]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders was 1.032 billion yuan, down about 65% year-on-year [1][5]. - The company experienced a three consecutive period decline in revenue and net profit, with the first and second quarters of 2025 showing revenue of 10.599 billion yuan and 10.083 billion yuan, respectively, reflecting declines of 38.95% and 49.47% year-on-year [5][7]. Market Conditions - The coal market is characterized by an oversupply and weak demand, leading to a downward trend in coal prices [6][8]. - Despite the challenging market environment, Huabei Mining has maintained stable production operations and achieved safety milestones [6]. Debt and Cash Flow - As of the first half of 2025, the company's debt-to-asset ratio was 48.11%, an increase from the beginning of the year [2][11]. - The net operating cash flow was 2.126 billion yuan, a decrease of 60.63% compared to the same period last year [11]. Stock Market Performance - Huabei Mining's stock price has shown a slight decline from 14.07 yuan per share at the beginning of 2025 to 12.65 yuan per share by August 27, 2025 [3][12]. - The company has seen a reduction in holdings by institutional investors, with a decrease in shareholding from 3.82% to 1.06% over four consecutive quarters [4][12]. Future Outlook - The company anticipates a potential improvement in performance for the second half of 2025, supported by government policies and seasonal demand increases in the coal market [8][9].

据证券之星公开数据整理，近期淮北矿业（600985）发布2025年中报。根据财报显示，淮北矿业净利润 同比下降64.85%。截至本报告期末，公司营业总收入206.82亿元，同比下降44.58%，归母净利润10.32 亿元，同比下降64.85%。按单季度数据看，第二季度营业总收入100.83亿元，同比下降49.47%，第二季 度归母净利润3.4亿元，同比下降74.72%。 本次财报公布的各项数据指标表现不尽如人意。其中，毛利率18.98%，同比增5.52%，净利率4.19%， 同比减43.75%，销售费用、管理费用、财务费用总计17.99亿元，三费占营收比8.7%，同比增46.39%， 每股净资产15.37元，同比增2.17%，每股经营性现金流0.79元，同比减60.63%，每股收益0.38元，同比 减66.37% | 项目 | 2024年中报 | 2025年中报 | 同比增幅 | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 营业总收入(元) | 373.16亿 | 206.82亿 | -44.58% | | 归母净利润(元) | 29.35 Z | 10.32 Z | -64.85% | | 扣非 ...

Summary of Huabei Mining Conference Call Company Overview - **Company**: Huabei Mining - **Period**: First half of 2025 - **Revenue**: 20.6 billion CNY, a decrease of 16.6 billion CNY year-on-year - **Net Profit**: 1.032 billion CNY, a decrease of 1.9 billion CNY year-on-year - **Impact Factors**: Dual pressure from coal and coke markets, but internal cost-cutting measures showed some effectiveness [2][5][6] Key Points by Segment Coal Segment - **Revenue**: 5.4 billion CNY, down 3.8 billion CNY year-on-year - **Average Selling Price**: - Commodity coal: 835 CNY/ton, down 309 CNY/ton - Coking coal: 1,820 CNY/ton, down 553 CNY/ton - **Net Profit Impact**: Approximately 2 billion CNY due to revenue decline [2][6][7] Coal Chemical Segment - **Revenue**: 4.3 billion CNY, down 500 million CNY year-on-year - **Coke Price Decline**: Led to a revenue decrease of nearly 1.1 billion CNY - **Ethanol Sales**: Increased revenue by approximately 700 million CNY despite price drop - **Loss**: 267 million CNY, but improved by 289 million CNY year-on-year; potential for breakeven if prices stabilize [2][7][26] Power Segment - **Electricity Generation**: 1.928 billion kWh, down 600 million kWh year-on-year - **Revenue**: 957 million CNY, with a profit of 73 million CNY - **Price Stability**: Average on-grid electricity price remained stable, only a slight decrease [2][8] Non-Coal Mining Business - **Revenue**: 695 million CNY, up 30 million CNY year-on-year - **Profit**: 150 million CNY, up 26 million CNY year-on-year - **Growth Driver**: Sand and gravel aggregate business [2][9] Production and Operational Insights - **Total Production Target**: 19.2 million tons for the year, but expected to decline due to the closure of the Zhuzhuang coal mine [3][12] - **Production Challenges**: - Geological conditions and mine closures led to a decrease of 1.41 million tons in production - Specific impacts from geological issues and strict environmental regulations [10][12][17] Pricing Mechanism Changes - **Coking Coal Pricing**: Quarterly pricing mechanism with adjustments based on market fluctuations; recent prices were 1,330 CNY/ton for Q3 [11][19] Cost Management - **Cost Control**: - Comprehensive sales cost: 469 CNY/ton, down 96 CNY year-on-year - Major reductions in various operational costs, including salaries and safety expenses [22][23] Future Outlook - **Production Recovery**: - Happiness coal mine expected to resume production by the end of 2024 or earlier - Taowutu coal mine construction is ongoing, with potential production in the first half of 2026 [14][15][16] - **Market Conditions**: Anticipated stricter regulations on overproduction may support price increases [17][18] Additional Insights - **Coal and Coke Sales**: - Coking coal accounted for 50% of total sales, with a significant portion under long-term contracts [19] - **By-products**: - Middle coal and coal slurry produced during washing processes are largely utilized internally [20][21] This summary encapsulates the key insights from the conference call, highlighting the challenges and strategies of Huabei Mining in the current market environment.

Core Viewpoint - Huabei Mining's net profit attributable to shareholders for the first half of 2025 is projected to be 1.032 billion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 64.85% [1] Financial Performance - In Q2 2025, the net profit attributable to shareholders is expected to be 340 million yuan, down 74.72% year-on-year [1] - For H1 2025, the company’s coal production and sales are 8.91 million tons and 6.48 million tons, respectively, representing a year-on-year decline of 13.7% and 19.4% [1] - In Q2 2025, coal production and sales are 4.6 million tons and 3.5 million tons, showing a year-on-year decrease of 9.6% and 12.5%, but a quarter-on-quarter increase of 6.8% and 17.9% [1] Asset and Project Development - The Zhuzhuang coal mine has completed filling and has passed inspection by the Anhui Provincial Energy Bureau, with total assets of 350 million yuan as of June 30, 2025, primarily consisting of internal debts of 282 million yuan and land valued at 51 million yuan [1] - The closure of the mine is not expected to significantly impact the company's performance [1] - The company is accelerating the construction of the Tao Hutu mine to ensure the completion of the main shaft and equipment installation by the end of 2025 [1] - The company is also advancing the construction of a 2×660MW ultra-supercritical coal-fired power generation project, aiming for "dual machine dual investment" by the end of the year [1] Non-Coal Business - The company continues to advance its non-coal business initiatives [1] - The investment rating is maintained at "Buy" [1]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Recommended" rating for Huabei Mining (600985.SH) [4][6] Core Views - The company's performance in H1 2025 met expectations, with coal production and sales recovering on a quarter-on-quarter basis [1] - Revenue for H1 2025 was CNY 20.612 billion, a year-on-year decrease of 44.6%, while net profit attributable to shareholders was CNY 1.032 billion, down 64.9% year-on-year [1] - The report highlights a significant decline in coal prices and the impact on profit margins, with a projected net profit for 2025-2027 of CNY 1.715 billion, CNY 2.312 billion, and CNY 3.184 billion respectively [4] Summary by Sections Financial Performance - In Q2 2025, the company reported revenue of CNY 10.045 billion, a quarter-on-quarter decrease of 49.6% and a year-on-year decrease of 4.9% [1] - The net profit for Q2 2025 was CNY 340 million, reflecting a quarter-on-quarter decline of 74.7% and a year-on-year decline of 50.8% [1] - The company's coal production in Q2 2025 was 4.6 million tons, a year-on-year decrease of 9.6% but an increase of 6.8% quarter-on-quarter [2] Coal Business - The average selling price of coal in Q2 2025 was CNY 747.6 per ton, down 32.8% year-on-year and 20.3% quarter-on-quarter [2] - The cost of coal was CNY 425.6 per ton, down 20.7% year-on-year and 18.1% quarter-on-quarter, leading to a gross profit margin of 43.1%, a decrease of 8.6 percentage points year-on-year [2] Coal Chemical Products - The report notes an increase in production and sales of coal chemical products in Q2 2025, with significant growth in methanol and ethanol production [3] - Ethanol production reached 13.3 million tons, with a quarter-on-quarter increase of 76.4% and a year-on-year increase of 38.9% [3] Future Projections - The report forecasts a decline in revenue for 2025 to CNY 61.655 billion, with a projected net profit of CNY 1.715 billion [5] - The earnings per share (EPS) are expected to be CNY 0.64 for 2025, with a price-to-earnings (PE) ratio of 21 times based on the stock price as of August 26, 2025 [4][5]

Core Viewpoint - Huabei Mining's stock has experienced a decline, with a notable drop of 2.06% on August 27, reflecting broader challenges in the coal mining sector and a significant decrease in revenue and profit for the first half of 2025 [1][2]. Company Overview - Huabei Mining Co., Ltd. is located in Huabei City, Anhui Province, and was established on March 18, 1999, with its stock listed on April 28, 2004. The company primarily engages in the sale of civil explosive products and blasting engineering services, as well as coal mining, washing, processing, and sales, and the production and sales of coal chemical products [1]. Business Segments - The revenue composition of Huabei Mining includes: - Commodity trading: 39.15% - Coal products: 26.23% - Coal chemical products: 20.81% - Engineering and labor services: 3.55% - Coal blending: 2.55% - Electricity sales: 1.99% - Others: 1.96% - Blasting engineering services: 1.23% - Mining business: 1.21% - Civil explosive product sales: 0.81% - Transportation services: 0.51% [1]. Financial Performance - For the first half of 2025, Huabei Mining reported a revenue of 20.682 billion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 44.58%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 1.032 billion yuan, down 64.85% compared to the previous year [2]. Shareholder Information - As of August 20, 2025, Huabei Mining had 42,000 shareholders, a decrease of 5.44% from the previous period, with an average of 64,052 circulating shares per shareholder, an increase of 5.76% [2]. - The company has distributed a total of 13.156 billion yuan in dividends since its A-share listing, with 7.318 billion yuan distributed in the last three years [3]. Institutional Holdings - As of June 30, 2025, the top ten circulating shareholders of Huabei Mining include: - Hong Kong Central Clearing Limited, holding 28.4545 million shares, a decrease of 3.9644 million shares from the previous period. - Hong Kong Red Chip Low Volatility ETF, holding 27.5317 million shares, an increase of 0.4529 million shares. - Huatai-PineBridge SSE Dividend ETF, holding 24.6097 million shares, a decrease of 0.5024 million shares [3].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company [6] Core Views - The company reported a total revenue of 20.682 billion yuan for the first half of 2025, a year-on-year decrease of 44.58%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 1.032 billion yuan, down 64.85% year-on-year [1] - The coal production and sales have recovered, and the company continues to implement cost reduction and efficiency enhancement measures [2] - The company is advancing its non-coal business steadily, including projects in the chemical and renewable energy sectors [4] Summary by Sections Financial Performance - In Q2 2025, the company achieved a revenue of 10.083 billion yuan, a decrease of 49.47% year-on-year, with a net profit of 340 million yuan, down 74.72% year-on-year [1] - The company’s coal production capacity includes 16 coal mines with a total capacity of 34.25 million tons per year, and it has closed the Zhuozhuang coal mine due to resource depletion [3] - The company’s financial projections for 2025 to 2027 estimate net profits of 2.6 billion yuan, 3.5 billion yuan, and 4.2 billion yuan respectively, with corresponding P/E ratios of 13.6X, 10.1X, and 8.5X [4][5] Business Development - The company is expanding its chemical production, with projects yielding qualified products, and is also increasing its renewable energy output, generating 104 million kWh from solar power and 102 million kWh from gas [4] - The company is actively pursuing new mining rights and has commenced construction on the Lei Ming Kehua project in Henan [4] Market Position - The company’s coal sales volume for the first half of 2025 was 8.91 million tons, a decrease of 13.7% year-on-year, while the average selling price of coal fell by 27% year-on-year to 835 yuan per ton [10] - The report highlights the company's strategic focus on enhancing its coal and chemical business while diversifying into non-coal sectors [3][4]