Core Viewpoint - Longi Green Energy has reduced its stake in Zhongjing Technology, dropping below the 5% threshold for significant shareholders [1] Group 1: Shareholding Changes - Before the equity change, Longi Green Energy held 11,700,000 shares of Zhongjing Technology, accounting for 9.0265% of the total share capital [1] - Longi Green Energy plans to reduce its holdings by 5,219,150 shares through centralized bidding and block trading between January 27, 2025, and January 15, 2026 [1] - After the reduction, Longi Green Energy will hold 6,480,850 shares, representing 4.9999% of the total share capital, completing the equity change [1]

Core Viewpoint - The photovoltaic equipment sector experienced a significant increase, with a 2.09% rise on January 16, led by Yubang New Materials, while the overall market indices showed slight declines [1]. Group 1: Market Performance - The Shanghai Composite Index closed at 4101.91, down 0.26%, and the Shenzhen Component Index closed at 14281.08, down 0.18% [1]. - Yubang New Materials led the gains in the photovoltaic equipment sector with a closing price of 44.98, reflecting a 17.20% increase [1]. - Other notable performers included Jing Sheng Mechanical and Electrical with a 9.12% increase, and Jun Da Co., which rose by 8.57% [1]. Group 2: Trading Volume and Value - Yubang New Materials had a trading volume of 145,100 shares, resulting in a transaction value of 621 million yuan [1]. - Jing Sheng Mechanical and Electrical recorded a trading volume of 673,000 shares with a transaction value of 2.771 billion yuan [1]. - Jun Da Co. had a trading volume of 364,200 shares, leading to a transaction value of 3.174 billion yuan [1]. Group 3: Capital Flow - The photovoltaic equipment sector saw a net inflow of 2.699 billion yuan from main funds, while retail funds experienced a net outflow of 1.645 billion yuan [2]. - Major stocks like Yangguang Electric Power and Maiwei Co. had significant net inflows from main funds, indicating strong institutional interest [3]. - Conversely, stocks like Yijingsheng Electric and Aerospace Mechanical experienced notable net outflows from retail investors, suggesting a shift in sentiment [2][3].

Core Viewpoint - The surge in silver prices, which has increased over 200% since early last year, poses significant challenges for the photovoltaic (PV) industry, leading to increased production costs and potential operational disruptions [1][2][5]. Group 1: Silver Price Impact on PV Industry - Silver paste has become the largest cost component in solar modules, rising from 3.4% of total costs in 2023 to 29% currently [2]. - The cost pressure from rising silver prices is forcing some PV companies to halt production or raise prices, with major manufacturers accelerating efforts to reduce silver usage [2][3]. - A 1000 yuan/kg increase in silver price raises the cost of solar cells by 0.01 yuan per watt, which can significantly impact the operational rates of factories in the low-margin PV sector [3]. Group 2: Company Responses and Market Dynamics - Leading companies like Longi Green Energy and Aiko Solar have raised their product prices due to rising raw material costs, with prices for mainstream 500W modules increasing to around 400 yuan (approximately 57 USD) [3]. - Mid-tier companies are facing severe financial strain, leading to extreme measures such as production halts, as seen with a 2GW battery manufacturer in Hunan and the established firm Yijing Photovoltaic [4]. - Despite efforts to clear excess capacity, companies like Trina Solar and JinkoSolar are issuing profit warnings, indicating potential net losses in 2025 due to the ongoing challenges in the market [5]. Group 3: Efforts to Reduce Silver Usage - The PV industry is adopting "de-silvering" strategies to mitigate the impact of high silver prices, with Longi Green Energy announcing plans to accelerate the use of alternative metals [6]. - Analysts predict that the industry could reduce silver usage by 17% this year through technologies like copper plating and silver-coated copper [6]. - However, the aggressive shift to alternative materials carries risks, including potential long-term reliability issues, as copper is less stable than silver and may not meet warranty requirements [7].

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the news highlights significant investments in the energy sector, particularly by the State Grid Corporation, which is expected to reach a historical high of 4 trillion yuan during the 14th Five-Year Plan, representing a 40% increase compared to the previous plan [1] - The investment focus will be on promoting green and low-carbon energy transition, constructing a new power system, and deepening technological innovation [1] - The expected fixed asset investments for the State Grid and Southern Grid during the 14th Five-Year Plan are approximately 4 trillion yuan and 1 trillion yuan, respectively, with a projected annual grid investment of 889 billion yuan in 2026, reflecting a year-on-year growth of over 7% [1] Group 2 - The meeting of the inter-ministerial joint conference on energy-saving and new energy vehicles noted that the market size of China's new energy vehicles increased by 3.6 times during the 14th Five-Year Plan, with battery costs reduced by 30%, lifespan increased by 40%, and charging speeds improved by over three times [2] - There is a pressing need to establish a power capacity market mechanism to ensure the recovery of installation costs for various power generation entities in the context of high renewable energy penetration [2] - The top ten weighted stocks in the CSI New Energy Index, which the New Energy ETF closely tracks, account for 43.23% of the index, including major companies like CATL, Sungrow Power, and Longi Green Energy [2]

Group 1 - The photovoltaic sector experienced a strong upward trend, with the China Securities Photovoltaic Industry Index rising by 1.30% as of 11:01 AM on January 16, 2026, driven by significant gains in stocks such as Robotech (up 10.25%), Junda Co. (up 7.33%), and Maiwei Co. (up 7.21%) [1] - The space photovoltaic concept has gained significant attention at the beginning of 2026, with brokerages releasing multiple research reports predicting a "trillion-level market," as companies like JinkoSolar, Trina Solar, and Junda Co. actively disclose their strategic developments and future plans [1] - The market regulator emphasized the importance of addressing "involutionary" competition within the photovoltaic industry, with GF Securities reporting that the ongoing efforts to combat involution are expected to improve industry profitability, particularly in the downstream component segment in 2026 [1] Group 2 - As of December 31, 2025, the top ten weighted stocks in the China Securities Photovoltaic Industry Index included TBEA, LONGi Green Energy, Sungrow Power, TCL Technology, Tongwei Co., Maiwei Co., Deye Technology, Chint Electric, TCL Zhonghuan, and Jiejia Weichuang, collectively accounting for 55.11% of the index [2] - The Jiahua Photovoltaic ETF (159123) tracks the China Securities Photovoltaic Industry Index, providing a convenient tool for investing across the entire photovoltaic industry chain [3] - Investors can also access the photovoltaic ETF through the off-market connection (014605) to capitalize on investment opportunities within the photovoltaic industry chain [4]

Core Viewpoint - The surge in silver prices is exacerbating the financial struggles of solar panel manufacturers, who are facing intensified competition and ongoing losses. The industry is implementing a dual strategy to cope with rising costs: increasing product prices and accelerating the transition to cheaper materials like copper to replace silver [1][4]. Group 1: Industry Challenges - Solar panel manufacturers are experiencing significant cost pressures due to soaring silver prices, which have tripled over the past year, reaching over $93 per ounce [1][4]. - The use of silver in solar cells now accounts for 29% of the total component cost, a sharp increase from 3.4% in 2023 and 14% last year [1]. - Major solar companies, including Trina Solar, have warned of expected net losses through 2025, indicating that the industry downturn has not yet reached its lowest point despite efforts to curb overcapacity and price wars [4]. Group 2: Price Adjustments and Market Response - In response to rising silver prices, Chinese component manufacturers have raised prices to over 0.8 yuan per watt, reflecting a 1.4% to 3.8% increase from the previous week, resulting in typical 500-watt component prices around 400 yuan ($57) [4]. - The silver market is experiencing a record streak, with prices around $91 per ounce, potentially marking the longest consecutive monthly increase since records began in 1950 [4]. Group 3: Material Substitution Efforts - Manufacturers are actively working to reduce silver paste usage in solar cells to lower costs, with projections indicating an average usage of 8.96 milligrams per watt by 2025, down from 11.2 milligrams in 2024 [5]. - Longi Green Energy has announced plans to begin replacing silver with cheaper metals in their solar cells [5]. - The solar industry accounted for approximately 17% of total silver demand last year, a significant increase from a decade ago, but a slowdown in consumption could threaten the long-term price increase of silver [5][6].

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the news is that Longi Green Energy has experienced fluctuations in its stock performance and financing activities, indicating a high level of market activity and investor interest [1][2]. Group 2 - As of January 15, Longi Green Energy's stock price decreased by 0.48%, with a trading volume of 2.982 billion yuan. The financing buy-in amount for the day was 342 million yuan, while the financing repayment was 245 million yuan, resulting in a net financing buy of 96.65 million yuan [1]. - The total financing and securities lending balance for Longi Green Energy reached 5.919 billion yuan as of January 15, with the financing balance accounting for 4.21% of the circulating market value, indicating a high level compared to the past year [1]. - On the securities lending side, Longi Green Energy had a repayment of 171,800 shares and a sell amount of 167,400 shares, with a selling amount of approximately 3.097 million yuan. The remaining securities lending volume was 674,400 shares, with a balance of 12.4767 million yuan, also indicating a high level compared to the past year [1]. Group 3 - As of December 19, the number of shareholders for Longi Green Energy was 821,800, a decrease of 0.84% from the previous period. The average circulating shares per person increased by 0.85% to 9,220 shares [2]. - For the period from January to September 2025, Longi Green Energy reported an operating income of 50.915 billion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 13.10%. The net profit attributable to the parent company was -3.403 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 47.68% [2]. Group 4 - Longi Green Energy has cumulatively distributed dividends of 9.271 billion yuan since its A-share listing, with 4.32 billion yuan distributed in the last three years [3]. - As of September 30, 2025, among the top ten circulating shareholders, Hong Kong Central Clearing Limited held 336 million shares, a decrease of 89.7784 million shares from the previous period. Other notable shareholders include Huaxia SSE 50 ETF and Huatai-PB CSI 300 ETF, both of which also saw reductions in their holdings [3].

Investment Rating - The report indicates a positive outlook for the solar component companies entering the energy storage sector, suggesting a new growth space for these companies [4]. Core Insights - Leading solar component companies are accelerating their entry into the energy storage market, with notable players like Canadian Solar, Trina Solar, Jinko Solar, JA Solar, and LONGi Green Energy making significant moves [3][9]. - The entry of these companies into the energy storage sector is supported by two main advantages: strong customer channels and the ability to leverage existing global networks [3][13]. - The energy storage market is characterized by a strong binding trend between solar and storage projects, particularly in regions with rapidly growing electricity demand [21]. Summary by Sections 1. Accelerated Layout of Leading Component Companies in Energy Storage - Major solar component companies are focusing on large-scale energy storage, with significant market potential and a trend towards joint development of solar-storage projects [9][11]. 2. Competitive Advantages: Reusing Global Networks in Customer and Channel - Solar and energy storage customers overlap significantly, providing solar companies with inherent customer acquisition advantages [13][17]. - Leading solar companies have established global sales and service systems, enhancing their ability to develop energy storage businesses [17][20]. 3. Competitive Advantages: Strong Binding of Scenarios and Applications - The trend of integrating solar and energy storage projects is becoming mainstream, especially in countries with less developed electricity markets [21]. 4. Investment Recommendations - The report emphasizes that the entry of solar component companies into the energy storage sector is expected to open new growth opportunities, with a focus on three key indicators for assessing growth potential: commitment to energy storage, overseas market expansion in the next 1-2 years, and profitability contributions [4][24]. - Specific companies to watch include Canadian Solar, which has already seen significant profit contributions from its energy storage business, and Trina Solar, which is rapidly expanding its overseas energy storage operations [24].

近日，财政部、税务总局发布了一项新政策，自2026年4月1日起，取消光伏等产品增值税出口退税。这 意味着，我国光伏行业自2013年首次获得这项出口支持政策以来，将正式告别出口退税红利。 不过，为了给企业留出适应时间，政策对电池类产品设置了"缓冲期"。2026年4月1日到2026年12月31日 期间，将电池产品的增值税出口退税率由9%下调至6%;2027年1月1日起，取消电池产品增值税出口退 税。 SMM光伏分析师陈家辉告诉《华夏时报》记者，本次取消出口退税事件的影响将不亚于去年"531"事 件。2026年1至3月，电池组件出口量或将呈翻倍增长，光伏企业将利用这段窗口期合法取得退税。 市场出现抢货 值得关注的是，此次出口退税取消，具体包括四个商品名称：一是直径在15.24厘米以上，厚度在220微 米以上的经掺杂用于电子工业的单晶硅切片;二是直径在15.24厘米以上，厚度在220微米及以下的经掺 杂用于电子工业的单晶硅切片;三是未装在组件内或组装成块的光电池;四是已装在组件内或组装成块的 光电池，波及硅片、电池片、组件等产品。 另外，如果这些产品涉及征收消费税，出口消费税政策不作调整，继续适用消费税退(免)税政策 ...

Core Viewpoint - The 2025 China Enterprise ESG "Golden Responsibility Award" aims to recognize companies that have made significant contributions to ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) practices, with over 5,000 enterprises participating in the evaluation process [1][4]. Group 1: ESG Services and Initiatives - Sina Finance ESG Rating Center offers 14 ESG services, including information, reports, training, and consulting, to help listed companies promote ESG concepts and enhance their sustainable development performance [1][4]. - In 2025, many quality enterprises in China are actively practicing their responsibilities in environmental, social, and governance aspects, while domestic financial institutions are steadily integrating ESG investment concepts into their entire business processes [1][4]. Group 2: Award Selection and Winners - The award selection process involved over three months of competition, combining ESG performance, professional evaluation scores, and online voting results [1][4]. - The winners of the 2025 China Enterprise ESG "Golden Responsibility Award" for Best Social Responsibility include China Shenhua, China General Nuclear Power, China Resources Sanjiu, Sinopec, Shougang, Wuliangye, Yangtze Power, China Telecom, CNOOC Services, and LONGi Green Energy [2][5]. Group 3: ESG Rating Center Overview - The Sina Finance ESG Rating Center is the first Chinese ESG professional information and rating aggregation platform, dedicated to promoting sustainable development and responsible investment [3][6]. - The center aims to establish ESG evaluation standards suitable for China's characteristics and enhance corporate ratings, while also launching multiple ESG innovation indices for investors [3][6].