Group 1 - China Coal Energy Group Co., Ltd. (referred to as China Coal) is a state-owned enterprise supervised by the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission, with a history dating back to 1982 when it was established as the China Coal Import and Export Corporation [1][30] - The company has coal resource reserves exceeding 700 billion tons, with a total coal production capacity of 310 million tons per year and an annual coal trade volume of nearly 400 million tons [1][30] - China Coal operates 69 coal mines and has 11 coal chemical projects with a total capacity of over 20 million tons, producing products such as polyolefins, methanol, urea, ammonium nitrate, and coke [1][30] - The company has 35 thermal power projects in operation and under construction, with a total installed capacity of 47.55 million kilowatts, and a renewable energy installed capacity of 7 million kilowatts [1][30] - China Coal has been recognized as one of the Fortune Global 500 companies for six consecutive years and has achieved an A-level performance assessment from the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission for six years [1][30] Group 2 - China Coal Xinji Energy Co., Ltd. is a secondary enterprise of China Coal located in Anhui Province, focusing on coal, electricity, and new energy [2][45] - The company has a production capacity of 23.5 million tons per year and a total installed capacity of 796,000 kilowatts for coal-fired power plants [2][45] - China Coal holds a 31.92% stake in Xinji Energy, with other shareholders including Guohua Energy and Anhui Xinji Coal Power [2][45] - The company is advancing the "two joint ventures" project to promote the coordinated development of coal, coal power, and new energy, aiming to exceed 10 million kilowatts in installed capacity by 2026 [2][45] Group 3 - China Coal Power Co., Ltd. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of China Coal, established in January 2020, focusing on power production and sales, as well as new power system project development [15][57] - The company is constructing two 660,000-kilowatt ultra-supercritical coal-fired power units in Xinjiang, with a total investment of approximately 5.79168 billion yuan [15][57] - The project is expected to be completed and put into operation by 2026, featuring advanced technologies for emissions reduction [15][57] Group 4 - The Southwest Branch of China Coal was established in February 2023 in Chongqing, managing several companies and focusing on energy supply in the southwest region [31][62] - The branch aims to develop clean and efficient coal power, accelerate new energy development, and explore green chemical layouts [31][62] - The company is involved in various projects, including the construction of a coal-fired power project in Sichuan with a planned capacity of 2×1000MW [32][63]

Group 1 - The article highlights a significant reduction in coal production quotas by the Indonesian government, which aims to boost coal prices by decreasing export volumes by 40% to 70% for major miners by 2025 [5] - Additionally, the Indonesian government plans to impose an export surcharge, which may further weaken the profitability of the coal industry [5] Group 2 - The article lists several companies involved in coal mining, coal chemical, and coal-electricity integration, including China Shenhua, Zhengzhou Coal Electricity, and Yanzhou Coal Mining [8][9]

Market Overview - On February 4, the A-share market experienced a decline, with the Shanghai Composite Index turning negative and the ChiNext Index dropping over 2%. The total trading volume in the Shanghai and Shenzhen markets reached 1.63 trillion yuan, an increase of 12.7 billion yuan compared to the previous trading day, with over 2900 stocks declining [1]. Sector Performance - The space photovoltaic concept showed strong performance, with Zhonglai Co. hitting the daily limit and Guosheng Technology achieving two consecutive limits. The airport and shipping sectors also performed well, with China Eastern Airlines and Huaxia Airlines reaching their daily limits. The real estate sector was active, with Rong'an Real Estate and Caixin Development hitting their daily limits. The hydrogen energy concept surged, with Jingcheng Co. and Zhiyuan New Energy reaching their daily limits [4]. - The coal sector experienced a significant surge, with major coal companies like Yanzhou Coal Mining and China Coal Energy both hitting their daily limits. Other stocks such as Shaanxi Black Cat and Meijin Energy also reached their daily limits, while Shaanxi Coal and Chemical, Shanxi Coal International, Xinji Energy, and China Shenhua followed suit [4]. Coal Supply Impact - Reports indicate that the Indonesian government has proposed a significant production cut, leading to a suspension of spot coal exports by local miners. China is the largest importer of Indonesian coal, with an expected import of 242 million tons in 2024, accounting for 42.73% of Indonesia's total exports. This suspension is projected to impact China's thermal coal supply by 5.3%, increasing inventory pressure on power plants in Southeast China. Additionally, there are reports of rising coal prices domestically [6]. Precious Metals Market - The precious metals sector opened with a rebound but later turned negative, with companies like Zijin Mining and Hunan Gold experiencing declines. The National Investment Silver LOF resumed trading and hit the daily limit down, with a latest premium rate of 64.6%. After significant drops on January 30 and February 2, spot gold prices rebounded to over $5000, while spot silver reached $88 per ounce [7]. - Market sentiment remains volatile, with speculative funds showing significant movement. The geopolitical uncertainty surrounding US-Iran negotiations continues to pose risks. Overall, the precious metals market is influenced heavily by market emotions, with short-term volatility risks to be monitored, while long-term trends remain optimistic [7]. Individual Stock Highlights - Guizhou Moutai's stock rose over 2%, reaching a price above 1500 yuan for the first time since September 15, 2025 [8]. Hong Kong Market - The Hang Seng Technology Index fell over 2%, with many tech stocks in Hong Kong experiencing declines. Notable drops included Bilibili down over 4%, Tencent Holdings down over 3%, and other companies like Baidu, Lenovo, NetEase, Meituan, and Xiaomi all falling over 2% [9]. Cryptocurrency Market - The cryptocurrency market saw a collective downturn, with Bitcoin experiencing a high-level correction of nearly 40% [10].

Group 1 - The coal mining sector experienced a decline of 0.19% on February 3, with Haohua Energy leading the drop [1] - The Shanghai Composite Index closed at 4067.74, up 1.29%, while the Shenzhen Component Index closed at 14127.1, up 2.19% [1] - Key stocks in the coal mining sector showed varied performance, with Jiangte Equipment rising by 6.93% and China Shenhua falling by 1.52% [2] Group 2 - The coal mining sector saw a net outflow of 400 million yuan from major funds, while retail investors contributed a net inflow of 301 million yuan [2] - Major funds showed a mixed trend, with Shaanxi Coal and Chemical Industries receiving a net inflow of 42.73 million yuan, while Jiangte Equipment faced a net outflow of 52.98 million yuan [3] - Retail investors favored stocks like SuNeng Co., which had a net inflow of 357.83 million yuan, despite overall sector challenges [3]

Core Insights - The coal industry is expected to see an improvement in supply-demand dynamics starting in 2026 after a generally loose supply in 2025 [1] Group 1: Coal Sector Review - The coal sector outperformed the market in January, with a cumulative increase of 8.3% year-to-date, surpassing the CSI 300 index by 6.7 percentage points [16] - The coal sector's price-to-earnings (PE) ratio is currently at 15.7 times, ranking 5th among all sectors, indicating a relatively high valuation [20][26] - The coal sector's price-to-book (PB) ratio stands at 1.51 times, also reflecting a historical high level [24] Group 2: Coal Market Overview - In December, electricity consumption remained flat year-on-year, while coal imports increased by approximately 12% [29] - Domestic coal prices in January showed stability, with power coal prices rising slightly by 2.1% or 14 RMB/ton compared to the end of December [29] - International coal prices saw a notable increase, with Newcastle's 6000 kcal thermal coal price rising by 3.8% to 110.1 USD/ton [45] Group 3: Domestic Demand and Supply - In 2025, domestic coal production increased by 1.2% year-on-year, while coal imports decreased by 9.6% [56] - The total coal production in 2025 reached 483.2 million tons, with significant contributions from Shanxi, Inner Mongolia, and Shaanxi [56] - The demand for electricity in 2025 grew by 5.0%, with the industrial sector showing varied growth rates [46] Group 4: Key Companies and Financial Analysis - Key companies in the coal sector include China Shenhua, Yanzhou Coal, and Shaanxi Coal, all rated as "Buy" with robust dividend policies [6][7] - Financial metrics for these companies indicate a favorable outlook, with expected earnings per share (EPS) growth and attractive valuation ratios [7]

Core Viewpoint - The successful development of China's first large-scale intelligent pressure coupling equipment marks a significant breakthrough in breaking foreign technology monopolies and achieving independent control over key equipment in the field of underground coal mining [1][4]. Group 1: Technological Innovations - The equipment addresses four core technical challenges, including efficient energy conversion between high-pressure and low-pressure fluids, achieving low thermal loss during cold water transmission, ensuring high reliability of core components, and enabling intelligent sensing and control systems [7][8]. - The innovative structural design and pressure pre-balancing strategy effectively eliminate water hammer phenomena, facilitating efficient energy transfer between 16 MPa high-pressure and 4 MPa low-pressure fluids [7]. - The team has developed key components with high reliability, long lifespan, and low flow resistance, suitable for harsh conditions of high pressure and frequent temperature changes [7]. Group 2: Industry Impact - The equipment has been in stable operation for over three months, meeting international advanced performance standards, and is scheduled for deployment in the Liu Zhuang Coal Mine West District in the first half of this year [8]. - This development provides an efficient, economical, and reliable domestic solution for managing heat hazards in underground coal mines, supporting safe production in deep coal mining [8]. - The achievement underscores the importance of collaborative innovation between industry and academia in overcoming critical core technologies and enhances China's capabilities in independent energy equipment development [8].

Core Viewpoint - As of January 31, 2026, the number of shareholders for Xinjie Energy (601918) is approximately 89,000 [1] Company Summary - Xinjie Energy has engaged with investors through an interactive platform, providing updates on shareholder numbers [1]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for several coal companies, including China Shenhua, Shaanxi Coal and Electricity, and Xinji Energy, while recommending "Hold" for Pingmei Shenma [8][9]. Core Insights - The coal market is expected to focus on overseas opportunities rather than domestic ones, with potential "black swan" events in the international market that could significantly impact coal prices [1]. - The report emphasizes the importance of companies with overseas operations, specifically China Qinfa (Indonesia), Power Development (South Africa), and Yancoal Australia (Australia) [1]. - The report highlights that the coal price is expected to remain volatile, driven by pre-holiday stockpiling and tightening supply as the Chinese New Year approaches [10][34]. Summary by Sections Market Overview - The CITIC Coal Index rose to 3892.74 points, an increase of 3.98%, outperforming the CSI 300 Index by 3.90 percentage points [69]. - China Qinfa's market capitalization reached a historical high of 10.6 billion HKD, reflecting strong market sentiment [1]. Coal Price Trends - As of January 30, 2026, the price of thermal coal at North Port was 695 CNY/ton, up by 4 CNY/ton week-on-week [34]. - The report notes that coal prices are expected to stabilize as supply tightens and demand fluctuates due to the upcoming holiday [34]. Focus on Key Companies - The report recommends focusing on companies like China Shenhua, Shaanxi Coal, and Xinji Energy, which are expected to perform well due to their strong fundamentals [9]. - Companies like China Qinfa, which are expanding overseas, are highlighted as having significant growth potential [1][9]. Supply and Demand Dynamics - The report indicates that coal supply is tightening as some mines halt production for the holiday, while demand is supported by pre-holiday stockpiling [10][34]. - The report also mentions that the inventory levels at major ports are decreasing, which could support price stability [14]. Future Outlook - The report suggests that the coal industry will continue to play a crucial role in China's energy landscape, with a focus on high-quality development amid structural reforms [34]. - Long-term prospects for the coal sector remain positive, with expectations of increased concentration and stability in supply-demand dynamics [34].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a rating of "Buy" for key companies in the coal industry, including China Shenhua, Yanzhou Coal, Shaanxi Coal, and others, while some companies like Huayang Co. and Shanmei International are rated as "Overweight" [4]. Core Insights - The coal consumption scale has reached a peak plateau, with the demand for electricity generated from coal expected to stabilize in the coming years. The report suggests that the traditional growth model of coal-fired power generation may face a turning point due to the increasing share of clean energy [6][7]. - The transition of coal-fired power from a primary energy source to a supporting role in the new energy system is emphasized, with a significant expansion in installed capacity expected in the next few years [6][11]. Summary by Sections 1. Coal-fired Power: Transitioning to Peak Regulation and Support - The role of coal-fired power is shifting towards providing peak regulation and support, with its share in the energy mix declining but still remaining a core component of energy security [6][11]. - Installed capacity of coal-fired power is expected to continue expanding, with projections of new installations reaching 87 GW, 86 GW, and 43 GW from 2026 to 2028, respectively [6][29]. 2. Clean Energy: Becoming the Main Source of New Installations - Hydropower is expected to play a dual role in stable supply and peak regulation, with new installations projected to reach 17 GW, 18 GW, and 33 GW from 2026 to 2028 [7][39]. - Wind power is anticipated to see significant growth, with new installations expected to reach 109 GW, 161 GW, and 193 GW during the same period, reflecting its transition to a primary energy source [7][52]. - Solar energy is entering a stable development phase, with new installations projected at 192 GW, 139 GW, and 153 GW from 2026 to 2028, despite recent challenges in energy consumption and bidding processes [7][59]. 3. Investment Recommendations: Focus on Dividend and Flexibility - The report recommends focusing on companies with strong cash flow stability and dividend potential, such as China Shenhua and Shaanxi Coal, while also highlighting companies like Yanzhou Coal and Huayang Co. as having potential benefits from high coal demand [6][7][8].

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Positive" (maintained) [1] Core Viewpoints - The report indicates that coal prices are expected to rebound, with a focus on the cyclical elasticity of both thermal coal and coking coal prices, which are currently at historical lows, providing room for recovery [5][15] - The report emphasizes that the price of thermal coal is influenced by supply constraints and increasing demand due to seasonal factors, while coking coal prices are more market-driven [4][5] Summary by Relevant 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 around 750 RMB per ton for 2025 [4][15] - Coking coal prices are determined by supply and demand fundamentals, with target prices based on the ratio of coking coal to thermal coal prices [4][15] Investment Recommendations - The report suggests a dual logic for coal stocks: cyclical elasticity and stable dividends. Key stocks to consider include: - Cyclical logic: Jin控煤业, 兖矿能源 for thermal coal; 平煤股份, 淮北矿业, 潞安环能 for metallurgical coal - Dividend logic: 中国神华, 中煤能源, 陕西煤业 - Diversification and growth logic: 神火股份, 电投能源, 新集能源, 广汇能源 [5][16] Key Market Indicators - The coal index increased by 3.68%, outperforming the Shanghai and Shenzhen 300 index by 3.6 percentage points [10][25] - As of January 30, the price of Qin港 Q5500 thermal coal was 692 RMB per ton, reflecting a slight increase of 7 RMB from the previous period [21] - The report notes a significant drop in coal inventory at ports, indicating tightening supply conditions [21][23]