Core Viewpoint - Company reported a decline in revenue but an increase in net profit for the first half of 2025, indicating resilience in profitability despite challenging market conditions [1][2] Financial Performance - In H1 2025, the company achieved operating revenue of 441.58 billion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 8.41% [1] - The net profit attributable to shareholders was 10.97 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 2.93% [1] - The non-recurring net profit was 10.54 billion yuan, up 16.72% year-on-year [1] - Basic earnings per share (EPS) was 0.46 yuan, an increase of 2.22% year-on-year [1] - In Q2 2025, operating revenue was 247.38 billion yuan, down 8.73% year-on-year but up 27.38% quarter-on-quarter [1] Industry Dynamics - The international oil price showed a downward trend in H1 2025, with the average Brent price at 71 USD/barrel, down 15% year-on-year [2] - The average prices of key raw materials PX, MEG, and PTA changed by -18.92%, +0.71%, and -18.06% respectively [2] - The company’s main products POY, FDY, and DTY saw price declines of -9.99%, -15.90%, and -9.07% respectively, but the overall price drop was less than that of raw materials, improving profitability per ton [2] Supply and Demand Outlook - The supply side is expected to improve, with approximately 130,000 tons of new filament capacity expected in H2 2025, predominantly from industry leaders [3] - The demand side showed a moderate recovery, with a 2.1% year-on-year increase in per capita clothing consumption and a 3.1% increase in retail sales of clothing and textiles [3] - The textile industry’s operating rate is gradually expanding, with inventory levels decreasing, indicating a return of demand vitality [3] Strategic Developments - The company made a strategic breakthrough in the coal sector by acquiring a coal mine in Turpan with a reserve of 500 million tons, enhancing its resource base [4] - This coal resource will support the company’s internal consumption and facilitate the production of chemical raw materials, improving self-sufficiency in polyester production [4] - The company aims to integrate its oil, coal, and gas supply chains, further enhancing its industry chain completeness [4] Profit Forecast - The company forecasts net profits of 21.19 billion, 30.59 billion, and 34.97 billion yuan for 2025-2027, with year-on-year growth rates of 76.3%, 44.3%, and 14.3% respectively [4] - The projected EPS for the same period is 0.88, 1.27, and 1.45 yuan per share, with corresponding PE ratios of 16.36, 11.34, and 9.92 times [4]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" with a target price indicating a potential return of over 20% within the next six months [6][16]. Core Views - The company's performance in H1 2025 met expectations, with a net profit attributable to shareholders of 1.097 billion, a year-on-year increase of 2.93%. However, revenue decreased by 8.41% to 44.158 billion [1]. - The company has successfully positioned itself in the coal-based sector, establishing a comprehensive industrial chain from gas, coal to "one silk, one cloth" in Xinjiang, with significant coal reserves and ongoing projects [3]. - The polyester filament market is expected to see a recovery in demand as inventory levels are low and downstream production rates are improving, leading to price increases for polyester filament [4]. Financial Performance - In H1 2025, the company achieved sales volumes of 4.38 million tons for POY, 1.03 million tons for FDY, and 0.54 million tons for DTY, with respective year-on-year changes of -1%, +8%, and +7% [2]. - The average selling prices for POY, FDY, and DTY were 6,160, 6,465, and 7,688 CNY per ton, reflecting year-on-year decreases of 10%, 16%, and 9% respectively [2]. - The gross profit margin improved to 6.76% in H1 2025 from 6.19% in H1 2024, aided by a 19% decrease in PX procurement costs [2]. Profit Forecast and Valuation - The company maintains profit forecasts of 2.5 billion, 3.8 billion, and 4.5 billion for the years 2025, 2026, and 2027 respectively, with corresponding PE ratios of 14, 9, and 8 based on the stock price as of August 29, 2025 [4].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company [4][6]. Core Views - The company reported a revenue of 44.16 billion yuan for the first half of 2025, a year-on-year decrease of 8.4%, with a gross margin of 6.76%, an increase of 0.57 percentage points year-on-year. The net profit attributable to the parent company was 1.1 billion yuan, up 2.9% year-on-year [1]. - The company is implementing a comprehensive development strategy focusing on integration, scale, intensification, and differentiation, successfully entering the coal sector with a coal mine resource of 500 million tons in the Turpan region [3]. - The company is expected to benefit from the upcoming domestic unified market policy, which is anticipated to enhance industry concentration and improve pricing power for leading enterprises [3]. Financial Summary - The company’s revenue for 2023 is projected at 82.64 billion yuan, with a growth rate of 33.30%. The net profit attributable to the parent company is expected to reach 797 million yuan, reflecting a significant increase of 539.10% [5][14]. - The projected net profit for 2025-2027 is 1.982 billion yuan, 3.015 billion yuan, and 3.704 billion yuan, respectively, with corresponding price-to-earnings ratios of 18X, 12X, and 9X [4][14]. - The company’s gross margin is expected to improve from 4.6% in 2024 to 7.9% in 2027, indicating a positive trend in profitability [14].

Market Overview - The refining and trading sector increased by 0.33% on August 29, with Unification Co. leading the gains [1] - The Shanghai Composite Index closed at 3857.93, up 0.37%, while the Shenzhen Component Index closed at 12696.15, up 0.99% [1] Stock Performance - Unification Co. (600506) closed at 22.64, up 2.30% with a trading volume of 138,400 shares and a transaction value of 312 million [1] - Tongkun Co. (601233) closed at 14.67, up 1.73% with a trading volume of 500,300 shares [1] - China Petroleum (601857) closed at 8.72, up 0.93% with a trading volume of 1,895,100 shares and a transaction value of 1.658 billion [1] - Hengli Petrochemical (600346) closed at 17.61, down 0.17% with a trading volume of 276,600 shares [1] Capital Flow - The refining and trading sector experienced a net outflow of 514 million from institutional investors, while retail investors saw a net inflow of 232 million [2] - The sector's overall capital flow indicates a mixed sentiment among different investor types [2] Individual Stock Capital Flow - Hengli Petrochemical (600346) had a net inflow of 14.6955 million from institutional investors, but a net outflow of 20.035 million from retail investors [3] - Unification Co. (600506) saw a net inflow of 4.7803 million from institutional investors, with a net outflow of 16.8202 million from retail investors [3] - China Petroleum (601857) had a net inflow of 5.6757 million from institutional investors, but a net outflow of 13.642 million from retail investors [3]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for Tongkun Co., Ltd. is "Buy" [1] Core Views - The company's operating performance is steadily improving, with a focus on enhancing the advantages of industrial chain collaboration [1][3] - The supply-demand landscape is gradually improving, which may highlight the competitive advantages of leading companies in the industry [3][4] - The company has made strategic breakthroughs in the coal sector, enhancing the completeness of its industrial chain [6] Financial Performance Summary - In the first half of 2025, the company achieved operating revenue of 44.158 billion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 8.41%. The net profit attributable to shareholders was 1.097 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 2.93% [1] - The second quarter saw operating revenue of 24.738 billion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 8.73%, but a quarter-on-quarter increase of 27.38% [2] - The average Brent crude oil price in the first half of 2025 was $71 per barrel, a year-on-year decrease of 15% [3] Profit Forecast and Investment Rating - The forecasted net profit attributable to shareholders for 2025-2027 is 2.119 billion, 3.059 billion, and 3.497 billion yuan, with year-on-year growth rates of 76.3%, 44.3%, and 14.3% respectively [6] - The diluted EPS for the same period is projected to be 0.88, 1.27, and 1.45 yuan per share [6] - The report maintains a "Buy" rating based on the expected improvement in the polyester filament industry and the company's enhanced industrial chain collaboration advantages [6]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Outperform the Market" [6][32]. Core Views - The company has shown a year-on-year increase in net profit for the first half of 2025, supported by its advantages in the industrial chain, which are expected to contribute to long-term development [1]. - The company is experiencing a recovery in downstream demand, which is expected to improve the supply-demand dynamics in the industry [5][28]. Financial Performance Summary - In the first half of 2025, the company achieved a revenue of 44.158 billion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 8.4%, while the net profit attributable to shareholders was 1.097 billion yuan, an increase of 2.9% year-on-year [2][10]. - In Q2 2025, the company reported a revenue of 24.74 billion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 8.7% but a quarter-on-quarter increase of 27.4% [2][10]. - The company's gross profit margin for Q2 2025 was 6.0%, showing a year-on-year improvement but a quarter-on-quarter decline due to cost pressures [10]. Product Performance Summary - The company has a polyester filament capacity of 13.5 million tons, holding over 28% of the domestic market share [3][13]. - In the first half of 2025, the revenue from polyester filament products (POY/FDY/DTY) was 26.98 billion, 6.66 billion, and 4.18 billion yuan respectively, with gross profits of 2.19 billion, 240 million, and 300 million yuan [3][4]. - The sales volume of polyester filament products in Q2 2025 increased significantly, with POY, FDY, and DTY sales rising by 42%, 29%, and 23% quarter-on-quarter respectively [3][13]. Cost and Pricing Summary - The average selling prices for POY, FDY, and DTY in the first half of 2025 were 6,160, 6,465, and 7,688 yuan per ton, reflecting year-on-year decreases of 10%, 16%, and 9% respectively [4][17]. - The procurement prices for key raw materials (PX/PTA/MEG) also saw significant year-on-year declines, which helped alleviate profit pressure [4][17]. Investment and Strategic Projects - The company holds a 20% stake in Zhejiang Petrochemical, with Q2 2025 investment income from this stake amounting to 174 million yuan, a year-on-year increase of 12% [5][18]. - The company is advancing strategic projects, including the Xinjiang gas project and an Indonesian project, aimed at enhancing its competitive position in the market [5][18].

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the report is that Tongkun Co., Ltd. (601233.SH) is rated as a "buy" due to significant growth in filament sales in Q2 and improved PTA profitability [1] - The report highlights that the upcoming peak season in September and October is expected to enhance profitability, supported by an optimized supply structure that aids long-term profit recovery [1] Group 2 - The report notes that Tongkun's Q2 filament sales saw a substantial increase, indicating strong market demand [1] - It mentions that the profitability of PTA has shown improvement, which is a positive sign for the company's financial health [1]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for Tongkun Co., Ltd. is "Buy" (maintained) [1] Core Views - The Q2 performance of the company met expectations, and there is optimism regarding the recovery of long filament profitability. The company reported a H1 2025 revenue of 44.158 billion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 8.41%, with a net profit attributable to shareholders of 1.097 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 2.93% [5][6] - The company maintains its profit forecast for 2025-2027, expecting net profits of 2.541 billion yuan, 3.648 billion yuan, and 4.274 billion yuan respectively, with corresponding EPS of 1.06, 1.52, and 1.78 yuan. The current stock price corresponds to P/E ratios of 13.6, 9.5, and 8.1 times for the respective years [5][8] Summary by Sections Financial Performance - In H1 2025, the company produced and sold 6.54 million tons and 5.95 million tons of polyester filament respectively, with a production and sales rate of 91.0%. In Q2, production and sales were 3.25 million tons and 3.45 million tons, showing a quarter-on-quarter change of -1.3% and +38.2% respectively [6] - The gross profit margin and net profit margin for H1 2025 were 6.76% and 2.50%, while for Q2 2025, they were 6.01% and 1.98%, reflecting a quarter-on-quarter decrease of 1.70 percentage points and 1.18 percentage points respectively [6] - The average price difference for polyester filament POY in Q2 2025 was 1,180 yuan/ton, a decrease of 11.27% from Q1 2025. Conversely, the PTA price difference increased to 248 yuan/ton, up 72.01% from Q1 2025, indicating improved PTA profitability [6] Market Outlook - The inventory levels for polyester filament products are currently low, with POY, FDY, and DTY having inventory days of 16, 18.7, and 25.4 days respectively. The upcoming demand peak in September and October is expected to enhance profitability for filament products [7] - The long filament industry has passed its peak production phase, and future capacity growth is expected to slow down. The industry is characterized by high concentration, which may enhance pricing power and synergy effects for leading companies, supporting long-term profitability recovery [7]

Core Insights - The company, Tongkun Co., Ltd. (601233.SH), reported a total operating revenue of 44.158 billion yuan for the first half of 2025, a decrease of 4.057 billion yuan compared to the same period last year, representing a year-on-year decline of 8.41% [1] - The net profit attributable to shareholders was 1.097 billion yuan, with a negative cash flow from operating activities amounting to -300 million yuan, ranking 24th among disclosed peers [1] - The company's latest debt-to-asset ratio stands at 65.96%, ranking 20th among peers, with an increase of 0.08 percentage points from the previous quarter [1] Financial Performance - The gross profit margin is reported at 6.76%, which is a decrease of 0.95 percentage points from the previous quarter, ranking 18th among peers [1] - The return on equity (ROE) is at 2.91% [1] - The diluted earnings per share (EPS) is 0.46 yuan [1] Efficiency Metrics - The total asset turnover ratio is 0.41 times, a decrease of 0.04 times compared to the same period last year, ranking 15th among peers, reflecting a year-on-year decline of 9.65% [1] - The inventory turnover ratio is 3.86 times, ranking 18th among peers [1] Shareholder Structure - The number of shareholders is 70,600, with the top eight shareholders holding a total of 1.073 billion shares, accounting for 44.60% of the total share capital [1] - The largest shareholder is Tongkun Holding Group Co., Ltd. with 19.3% of shares [1]

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