Group 1: Coal Prices - Qinhuangdao port thermal coal (Q5500) price increased to 692 CNY/ton, up 1 CNY/ton week-on-week as of February 7 [1] - Datong thermal coal price (Q5500) decreased to 567 CNY/ton, down 1 CNY/ton week-on-week as of February 5 [1] - International thermal coal prices: Newcastle NEWC5500 at 76.3 USD/ton, up 1.5 USD/ton week-on-week; ARA6000 at 101.6 USD/ton, down 1.5 USD/ton [1] Group 2: Coking Coal Prices - Beijing Tangshan port coking coal price decreased to 1700 CNY/ton, down 80 CNY/ton week-on-week as of February 5 [2] - Linfen coking coal price decreased to 1570 CNY/ton, down 80 CNY/ton week-on-week as of February 6 [2] - Australian hard coking coal price at 265.6 USD/ton, up 1.5 USD/ton week-on-week as of February 5 [2] Group 3: Production and Consumption - Sample thermal coal mine capacity utilization at 87.5%, down 0.8 percentage points week-on-week; coking coal mine utilization at 86.67%, down 2.5 percentage points [2] - Coastal provinces' coal consumption decreased by 16.3 million tons/day, down 7.22% week-on-week as of February 4 [3] - Inland provinces' coal consumption decreased by 81.8 million tons/day, down 18.1% week-on-week as of February 4 [3] Group 4: Market Outlook - Current coal market is at the beginning of a new upward cycle, with fundamental and policy support [4] - Indonesian government reduced coal production quotas by 40% to 70% compared to 2025 levels, impacting global coal supply [4] - Domestic coal supply is expected to remain constrained, with potential for price recovery due to demand resilience [5] Group 5: Investment Recommendations - Coal sector remains attractive due to high performance, cash flow, and dividends; recommended to focus on quality coal companies [6] - Suggested companies include China Shenhua, Shaanxi Coal, and Yancoal Australia among others [6] - Emphasis on the importance of coal assets as they are undervalued and have high potential for appreciation [5]

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Overweight" rating for the coal mining sector [4] Core Insights - The coal market is currently influenced by external factors, particularly the proposed significant production cuts by Indonesia, which could lead to a global coal supply shortage and increased prices [2][13] - The report emphasizes the importance of overseas markets over domestic ones, suggesting that any "black swan" events in these markets could significantly impact coal prices [2] - The report highlights the "Overseas 3 Small Coal" concept, focusing on companies with international operations that are likely to benefit from the anticipated price increases [2][13] Summary by Sections Market Overview - The CITIC Coal Index was reported at 3868.96 points, a decrease of 0.61%, outperforming the CSI 300 Index by 0.72 percentage points [76] - The report notes that the coal market lacks imagination under current fundamental conditions, but high coal prices could enhance company valuations if unexpected events occur [1][2] Key Areas of Analysis - The report discusses the impact of Indonesia's proposed production cuts, which could reduce output by 40% to 70% compared to 2025 levels, potentially leading to a significant tightening of the global coal market [1][2] - It also mentions that the domestic coal market is expected to experience a dual weakness in supply and demand as the Chinese New Year approaches, with prices likely to stabilize [33][38] Investment Strategy - The report recommends focusing on companies with international coal sales, specifically highlighting China Qinfa (Indonesia), Power Development (South Africa), and Yancoal Australia (Australia) as key investment opportunities [2][13] - It also suggests that Yancoal Australia's parent company, Yanzhou Coal, should be closely monitored [13] Price Trends - As of February 6, 2026, the spot price for thermal coal at northern ports was reported at 697 RMB/ton, reflecting a slight increase of 2 RMB/ton week-on-week [33] - The report indicates that while the market is currently stable, the sentiment is optimistic due to the supply constraints from Indonesia, which may lead to price increases post-holiday [33][35] Focused Companies - The report recommends several companies for investment, including China Shenhua, Shaanxi Coal, and Zhongmei Energy, based on their performance and market positioning [10][13] - It also highlights the importance of companies like Keda Control and China Qinfa, which are positioned to benefit from market changes [13]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the coal industry is "Positive" (maintained) [1] Core Viewpoints - The report indicates that coal prices are expected to recover gradually to a reasonable price level of around 750 CNY/ton, influenced by supply constraints and increasing demand due to seasonal factors [3][5] - The report highlights that the price of thermal coal has reached a turning point, with a projected upward trajectory supported by policy adjustments and market dynamics [5][14] - The focus on both cyclical recovery and dividend stability presents a dual investment logic for coal stocks, suggesting that now is an opportune time for investment [6][15] Summary by Sections Investment Logic - Thermal coal prices are expected to rise through a four-step process: repairing central and local long-term contracts, reaching the coal-electricity profit-sharing line, and potentially exceeding the breakeven point for power plants, estimated at 860 CNY [5][14] - Coking coal prices are more influenced by supply-demand fundamentals, with target prices based on the ratio of coking coal to thermal coal prices [5][14] Key Market Indicators - As of February 6, the price of Qinhuangdao Q5500 thermal coal was 695 CNY/ton, reflecting a slight increase of 3 CNY from the previous week [3][20] - The report notes a decrease in the production rate of coal mines, with the operating rate for 442 coal mines in Shanxi, Shaanxi, and Inner Mongolia at 82.7% [20][21] Investment Recommendations - The report suggests four main lines for selecting coal stocks: 1. Cyclical logic: companies like Jinko Coal and Yanzhou Coal 2. Dividend logic: China Shenhua and Zhongmei Energy 3. Diversified aluminum elasticity: Shenhuo Co. and Electric Power Investment 4. Growth logic: Xinjie Energy and Guanghui Energy [6][15] Company Performance - The coal index experienced a slight decline of 0.62%, outperforming the CSI 300 index by 0.71 percentage points [8][24] - Major coal companies showed varied performance, with some experiencing significant gains while others faced declines [24][26]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the coal industry is "Positive" (maintained) [1] Core Viewpoints - The report indicates that coal prices are expected to recover gradually to a reasonable price level of around 750 CNY/ton, influenced by supply constraints and increasing demand due to seasonal factors [3][5] - The report highlights that the price of thermal coal has reached a turning point, with a projected upward trajectory supported by policy adjustments and market dynamics [5][14] - The focus on both cyclical recovery and dividend stability presents a dual investment logic for coal stocks, suggesting that now is an opportune time for investment [6][15] Summary by Sections Investment Logic - Thermal coal prices are expected to rise through a four-step process: repairing central and local long-term contracts, reaching the coal-electricity profit-sharing line, and approaching the breakeven point for power plants, estimated at 860 CNY/ton [5][14] - Coking coal prices are more influenced by supply and demand fundamentals, with target prices based on the ratio of coking coal to thermal coal prices [5][14] Market Performance - The coal index experienced a slight decline of 0.62%, outperforming the CSI 300 index by 0.71 percentage points [8][24] - The average PE ratio for the coal sector is 15.71, and the PB ratio is 1.38, indicating relatively low valuations compared to other sectors [8][9] Key Indicators - As of February 6, the price of Qinhuangdao Q5500 thermal coal was 695 CNY/ton, reflecting a slight increase of 3 CNY/ton from the previous week [3][20] - The price of coking coal at Jingtang Port was reported at 1660 CNY/ton, down from 1800 CNY/ton, indicating a significant weekly decline [20][22] Investment Recommendations - The report suggests a selection of coal stocks based on two main strategies: cyclical recovery and dividend stability, with specific companies highlighted for potential investment [6][15] - Key stocks recommended include: Jin控煤业, 兖矿能源 for cyclical logic; 中国神华, 中煤能源 for dividend potential; 神火股份, 电投能源 for diversified aluminum elasticity; 新集能源, 广汇能源 for growth logic [15][16]

Investment Rating - The report rates the coal sector as "Overweight" [4]. Core Viewpoints - The coal sector has confirmed a cyclical bottom in Q2 2025, with a reversal in supply-demand dynamics and sufficient release of downward risks [2]. - The report anticipates a new upward cycle for coal and downstream thermal power demand starting in 2026, driven by significant production cuts in Indonesia, which are expected to accelerate global coal prices [4]. Summary by Sections Investment Recommendations - The report continues to recommend core dividend stocks such as China Shenhua, Shaanxi Coal and Chemical Industry, and China Coal Energy, along with Yanzhou Coal Mining and Jincheng Anthracite Mining [4]. Market Tracking - As of February 5, 2026, the price of Q5500 coal at Huanghua Port is 702 RMB/ton, up 2 RMB/ton (0.3%) from the previous week [7]. - Domestic supply remains stable while imports continue to decline, with expectations of a slight recovery in demand during the off-season [4][6]. Coal Price Trends - The report notes that the average domestic price is expected to end a four-year decline and begin to rise in 2026, with a projected average price of 683 RMB/ton for Q5500 coal at Qinhuangdao [4][26]. - The report highlights that the price of main coking coal at Jingtang Port is 1700 RMB/ton, down 80 RMB/ton (-4.5%) from the previous week [34]. Inventory and Supply Dynamics - As of February 5, 2026, coal inventories at Qinhuangdao decreased by 20,000 tons (-3.5%), with total inventories at northern ports down by 184,500 tons (-5.5%) [21]. - The report indicates an increase in railway inflow to Qinhuangdao Port, with a total of 479,000 tons, up 76,000 tons (18.9%) from the previous week [25]. International Coal Prices - The report mentions that the Newcastle coal price has increased by 2 USD/ton (2.3%) as of February 5, 2026, while the cost of domestic coal remains lower than that of imported coal [16][41]. - Indonesian coal prices have also seen an increase, with Q4200 coal priced at 48 USD/ton, up 1 USD/ton (1.2%) [19].

Investment Rating - The report rates the coal industry as "Overweight" [4]. Core Viewpoints - The coal sector has confirmed its cyclical bottom in Q2 2025, with a reversal in supply-demand dynamics and sufficient release of downward risks [2]. - The report anticipates that the coal and downstream thermal power demand will enter a new upward cycle starting in 2026, driven by significant production cuts in Indonesia, which are expected to accelerate global coal prices into an upward trend [4]. Summary by Sections Investment Recommendations - The report continues to recommend core dividend stocks such as China Shenhua, Shaanxi Coal and Chemical Industry, and China Coal Energy, along with Yanzhou Coal Mining and Jinneng Holding [4]. Market Tracking - As of February 5, 2026, the price of Q5500 coal at Huanghua Port is 702 RMB/ton, up 2 RMB/ton (0.3%) from the previous week [7]. - Domestic supply remains stable while imports continue to decline, with expectations of a slight recovery in demand during the off-season [4][6]. Coal Price Trends - The report notes that the average domestic price is expected to end a four-year decline and begin to recover in 2026, with a projected average price of around 683 RMB/ton for Q5500 coal [4][26]. - The report highlights that the price of main coking coal at Jingtang Port is 1700 RMB/ton, down 80 RMB/ton (-4.5%) from the previous week [34]. Inventory and Supply Dynamics - As of February 5, 2026, the total inventory of coking coal at three major ports is 2.663 million tons, down 4.9% from the previous week [51]. - The report indicates a decrease in inventories at major ports, with Qinhuangdao's inventory at 5.55 million tons, down 3.5% from the previous week [21]. International Coal Prices - The report mentions that the Newcastle coal price has increased by 2 USD/ton (2.3%) as of February 5, 2026, while the cost of domestic coal remains lower than that of imported coal [16][41]. - Indonesian coal prices have also seen an increase, with Q4200 coal priced at 48 USD/ton, up 1 USD/ton (1.2%) [19].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Recommended" rating for the coal mining industry [1] Core Insights - The coal mining industry is experiencing a tightening supply due to the upcoming Spring Festival, with production rates decreasing as some private coal mines begin to close [4][14] - Indonesian coal production is expected to be significantly reduced, which may lead to increased global coal prices and affect import costs for China [4][14] - Demand remains high, particularly from power plants, despite a slight decrease in daily consumption [4][14] - The report emphasizes the long-term upward trend in coal prices driven by rising costs and government policies, suggesting that coal companies with strong fundamentals will continue to perform well [7] Summary by Sections 1. Thermal Coal - As of February 6, thermal coal prices at northern ports are at 695 CNY/ton, with a weekly increase of 3 CNY/ton [14][15] - Production capacity utilization in the Sanxi region has decreased by 1.23 percentage points, leading to a tightening supply [22] - The import price of coal is rising due to production cuts in Indonesia, which may impact domestic prices [14][22] 2. Coking Coal - Coking coal production capacity utilization has increased by 1.14 percentage points to 87.0%, mainly due to the recovery of large mines in Shanxi and Shandong [5][37] - The average price of main coking coal at ports is 1,660 CNY/ton, reflecting a decrease of 140 CNY/ton [39] - Demand from steel mills is increasing, supporting the coking coal market [38][51] 3. Coke - The first round of price increases for coke has led to some companies releasing their stock, with the average price remaining stable at 1,530 CNY/ton [51] - The production rate of independent coking plants has increased, indicating a recovery in the sector [57] - The overall supply-demand balance for coke remains stable, with attention needed on steel mill production rates [51][62] 4. Anthracite - Anthracite prices remain stable, with production levels high but slightly affected by the upcoming holiday [71] - The demand from downstream chemical industries is still present, supporting anthracite prices [71] 5. Key Companies and Profit Forecasts - The report highlights several key companies in the coal sector, including China Shenhua, Shaanxi Coal, and Yanzhou Coal, with positive earnings forecasts and investment ratings [9]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the coal mining industry is "Positive" [2] Core Viewpoints - The current phase is seen as the beginning of a new upward cycle in the coal economy, with a resonance between fundamentals and policies, making it an opportune time to invest in the coal sector [11][12] - The supply side is experiencing a reduction in coal production quotas set by the Indonesian government, which is expected to support coal prices in the future [3][11] - The overall coal supply in China is likely to face slight contraction due to regulatory changes and reduced overseas supply, while demand remains resilient, indicating a potential rise in coal prices throughout the year [11][12] Summary by Sections Coal Price Tracking - As of February 7, the market price for Qinhuangdao port thermal coal (Q5500) is 692 RMB/ton, a weekly increase of 1 RMB/ton [31] - The international thermal coal price at Newcastle is 76.3 USD/ton, up by 1.5 USD/ton week-on-week [31] - The price for coking coal at Jingtang port is 1700 RMB/ton, down by 80 RMB/ton [33] Coal Supply and Demand Tracking - The capacity utilization rate for thermal coal mines is 87.5%, down by 0.8 percentage points week-on-week [51] - Daily coal consumption in inland provinces has decreased by 81.80 thousand tons/day, a drop of 18.1% week-on-week [52] - The daily coal consumption in coastal provinces has also decreased by 16.30 thousand tons/day, down by 7.22% week-on-week [52] Investment Recommendations - The report suggests focusing on stable and high-performing companies such as China Shenhua, Shaanxi Coal and Chemical Industry, and others, while also considering companies with high elasticity like Yanzhou Coal Mining and others [12][13] - The coal sector is characterized by high performance, cash flow, and dividends, making it a valuable investment opportunity [12][14]

Core Viewpoints - The coal market is experiencing a slight recovery, with the advantage of imported coal narrowing further [7][81] - The overall profitability of the coal mining industry is expected to improve in 2026 after a significant decline in 2025 [7][84] Market Dynamics - The CCI5500 thermal coal index reported at 698 RMB/ton, with a week-on-week increase of 2 RMB/ton [13][82] - The average daily consumption of coal in coastal power plants is 208,000 tons, with a stock availability of 15.4 days [22][28] - The coal inventory at major ports decreased by 5.5% week-on-week, indicating a tightening supply [22][28] Industry Insights - The coal mining industry saw a profit total of 352 billion RMB in 2025, a year-on-year decline of 42% [7][84] - The expected supply-demand balance in 2026 is anticipated to support coal prices, with a significant reduction in supply growth [7][84] - The long-term contracts for coal supply in 2026 are expected to enhance the fulfillment rate due to increased market factors [84][85] Key Companies - Major companies with stable dividends include China Shenhua, Yanzhou Coal, and Shaanxi Coal [7] - Companies benefiting from improved demand expectations and supply contraction include Huabei Mining and Shanxi Coking Coal [7] - Companies with long-term growth potential include Huayang Co., New Energy Co., and Baofeng Energy [7]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Recommended" rating for several companies in the coal industry, including 晋控煤业, 山煤国际, 潞安环能, 华阳股份, 兖矿能源, 中国神华, 陕西煤业, 中煤能源, and 中广核矿业 [2][14] Core Insights - The reduction in coal production in Indonesia has heightened expectations for supply contraction, which is anticipated to positively impact coal prices post-holiday [6][9] - The report forecasts that coal prices may return to a seasonal fluctuation range of 750-1000 RMB/ton, driven by domestic capacity reductions and Indonesian production cuts [9][10] - The report highlights the importance of companies with high spot market exposure and improved balance sheets, particularly those in Shanxi province, which are expected to be less affected by production limits [9][14] Summary by Sections Company Earnings Forecasts, Valuation, and Ratings - 晋控煤业: EPS forecast for 2024A is 1.68 RMB, PE for 2024A is 9, rated as "Recommended" [2] - 山煤国际: EPS forecast for 2024A is 1.14 RMB, PE for 2024A is 10, rated as "Recommended" [2] - 潞安环能: EPS forecast for 2024A is 0.82 RMB, PE for 2024A is 16, rated as "Recommended" [2] - 华阳股份: EPS forecast for 2024A is 0.62 RMB, PE for 2024A is 15, rated as "Recommended" [2] - 兖矿能源: EPS forecast for 2024A is 1.44 RMB, PE for 2024A is 11, rated as "Recommended" [2] - 中国神华: EPS forecast for 2024A is 2.95 RMB, PE for 2024A is 14, rated as "Recommended" [2] - 陕西煤业: EPS forecast for 2024A is 2.31 RMB, PE for 2024A is 10, rated as "Recommended" [2] - 中煤能源: EPS forecast for 2024A is 1.46 RMB, PE for 2024A is 10, rated as "Recommended" [2] - 中广核矿业: EPS forecast for 2024A is 0.04 HKD, PE for 2024A is 93, rated as "Recommended" [2] - 新集能源: EPS forecast for 2024A is 0.92 RMB, PE for 2024A is 8, rated as "Recommended" [2] - 淮北矿业: EPS forecast for 2024A is 1.80 RMB, PE for 2024A is 7, rated as "Recommended" [2] - 兰花科创: EPS forecast for 2024A is 0.49 RMB, PE for 2024A is 13, rated as "Cautiously Recommended" [2] Market Dynamics - The coal market has seen a slight increase in prices due to ongoing supply constraints and decreasing port inventories, with expectations for a price surge post-holiday as downstream operations resume [9][10] - The report notes that the coal consumption by power plants remains high, despite a week-on-week decrease, indicating strong demand [12] - The report emphasizes the importance of monitoring coal price trends and the performance of coal companies in light of changing market conditions [10][19]