Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for CMOC Group (3993.HK) with a 12-month price target of HK$19.00, representing an upside of 17.3% from the current price of HK$16.20 [1][2]. Core Insights - CMOC reported a net profit of Rmb5.61 billion for 3Q25, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 96%, with earnings per share (EPS) rising to Rmb0.262, up 98% year-on-year [1]. - The recurring profit growth is expected to continue, driven by rising copper prices and volume growth, with a projected compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 38% for 2025-26E [2]. - The company has revised its earnings estimates upward by 8-32% for 2025-27E, reflecting a positive outlook on copper prices and the impact of new cobalt export quotas from the DRC [2]. Financial Performance - For the first nine months of 2025, CMOC's recurring net profit reached Rmb14.1 billion, accounting for 75% of the full-year estimate [1]. - The company expects to achieve a copper output target of 1 million tons by 2028, supported by the Cangrejos gold/copper project, which is anticipated to further enhance earnings growth [2][29]. - The report indicates that CMOC's current H-share price implies a copper price of US$8,500/t, which is lower than the spot price of US$10,900/t, suggesting potential for price appreciation if targets are met [2]. Production and Operations - CMOC's copper output in the DRC reached 543kt in 9M25, a 14% increase year-on-year, while cobalt output was 88kt, up 3.8% year-on-year [26]. - The DRC government has introduced a cobalt export quota system, allowing CMOC to export 6.5kt for the remainder of 2025 and 31.2kt annually for 2026-27E, which is expected to improve gross profit for cobalt significantly despite lower sales volume [27]. - The acquisition of Lumina Gold for C$581 million is expected to enhance CMOC's net profit by 13.1% by 2030, with significant gold and copper reserves identified at the Cangrejos project [28]. Valuation Metrics - The report provides updated revenue and earnings estimates, with total revenue projected at Rmb213,028.7 million for 2024 and Rmb192,354.5 million for 2025E [6]. - The price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio is forecasted to be 9.2 for 2024 and 15.5 for 2025E, while the price-to-book (P/B) ratio is expected to be 1.8 for 2024 and 3.7 for 2025E [12]. - The report indicates a free cash flow yield of 19.6% for 2024, which is expected to decrease to 6.6% in subsequent years [12].

Summary of CMOC Group Ltd Conference Call Company Overview - **Company**: CMOC Group Ltd (3993.HK) - **Industry**: Greater China Materials - **Market Cap**: US$49.825 billion - **Stock Rating**: Overweight - **Price Target**: HK$18.60, representing a 15% upside from the current price of HK$16.20 Key Financial Results - **3Q25 Performance**: - Net profit of Rmb5.8 billion, up 99% YoY and 19% QoQ, exceeding market expectations [1][2] - 9M25 net profit reached Rmb14.3 billion, a 70% increase YoY [1] - **Production and Sales Volume**: - Copper production was 190kt, a 17% increase YoY and 4% QoQ [7] - Sales volume for copper was 198kt, up 24% YoY but down 1% QoQ [7] - Cobalt sales volume decreased to 4.8kt from 22kt in 2Q25, with a gross profit of approximately Rmb383 million [7] Strategic Developments - **KFM Phase 2 Construction**: - Announced a construction plan expected to take 2 years, targeting production commencement in 2027, with an additional 100kt/yr copper production capacity at full capacity [2] - Total capital expenditure for this project is estimated at US$1.084 billion [2] Tax and Financial Metrics - **Effective Tax Rate**: - Reduced to 27.5% in 3Q25 from 37% in 2Q25 and 42.8% in 3Q24, contributing positively to net profit [7] - **Financial Expenses**: - Decreased significantly to Rmb50 million in 3Q25 from Rmb444 million in 2Q25 and Rmb816 million in 3Q24, likely due to foreign exchange gains [7] Guidance and Future Outlook - **EPS Estimates**: - Projected EPS for FY25 is Rmb0.78, with further increases expected in subsequent years [4] - **Revenue Growth**: - Assumed annual revenue growth of 2% beyond the explicit forecast period [8] Risks and Considerations - **Upside Risks**: - Stronger-than-expected metal prices in 2025 and copper output exceeding company guidance [11] - **Downside Risks**: - Potential decline in cobalt prices due to weak demand from industrial sectors and domestic electric vehicles [11] Conclusion - CMOC Group Ltd has demonstrated strong financial performance in 3Q25, with significant year-over-year growth in net profit and production volumes. The company's strategic initiatives, including the KFM Phase 2 project, position it for future growth, while a lower effective tax rate and reduced financial expenses enhance profitability. However, potential risks related to metal prices and demand fluctuations should be monitored closely.

Group 1: Financial Events and Policies - The 2025 Financial Street Forum Annual Meeting is taking place from October 27 to 30 in Beijing, with key speeches from the Governor of the People's Bank of China, the head of the Financial Regulatory Administration, and the Chairman of the China Securities Regulatory Commission [2][3] - The People's Bank of China will conduct a 900 billion yuan Medium-term Lending Facility (MLF) operation on October 27, with a one-year term [3][5] - The State Council's report on financial work emphasizes the need for a moderately loose monetary policy to support the real economy and create a favorable financial environment [3] Group 2: Company Earnings Reports - WuXi AppTec reported a net profit of 12.076 billion yuan for the first three quarters, a year-on-year increase of 84.84% [4] - Cambridge Technology's net profit for the first three quarters increased by 70.88% year-on-year [5] - Weicai Technology achieved a net profit of 202 million yuan for the first three quarters, marking a 226.41% year-on-year growth [5] - Guosheng Financial Holdings reported a net profit of 242 million yuan for the first three quarters, up 191.21% year-on-year [6] - Shen Shen Fang A's net profit surged by 2791.57% year-on-year for the first three quarters, reaching 14.5 million yuan [6] - Several companies, including Morning Light Biotechnology and Wen Tai Technology, reported significant year-on-year profit increases of 385.3% and 265.09%, respectively [6][12] Group 3: Company Losses and Declines - Jing Sheng Machinery reported a net profit decline of 69.56% for the first three quarters [9] - China Shenhua's net profit decreased by 10% year-on-year, amounting to 39.052 billion yuan [8] - Health Yuan and Ping An Bank experienced net profit declines of 1.83% and 3.5%, respectively, for the first three quarters [8]

Group 1 - The U.S. stock market reached new highs last week, with the Nasdaq and Dow Jones both rising over 1%, and Micron Technology increasing nearly 6% [1] - The U.S. September CPI year-on-year was 3%, lower than expected, and the core CPI was also 3%, indicating potential easing of inflation concerns [1] - The European rating agencies downgraded the U.S. sovereign credit rating, reflecting concerns over fiscal stability [1] Group 2 - The China Securities Regulatory Commission is focused on enhancing the resilience and risk resistance of the capital market [1] - The People's Bank of China conducted a 900 billion yuan MLF operation with a one-year term on October 27 [1] - Guizhou Province's energy bureau director Chen Hua has been appointed as the chairman of Moutai Group [1] Group 3 - Dongfang Fortune reported a net profit of 3.53 billion yuan for the third quarter, a year-on-year increase of 77.74% [1] - Guoxuan High-Tech's net profit for the third quarter was 2.167 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 1434.42% [1] - Luoyang Molybdenum plans to invest 1.084 billion USD in the construction of the KFM Phase II project in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, which is expected to add an average annual production of 100,000 tons of copper metal upon reaching full capacity [1]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Positive" investment rating for the industry [7] Core Views - The lithium industry has passed its darkest moment, with a clear trend of improvement in supply and demand fundamentals. Domestic demand for power steadily increases, coupled with strong energy storage demand, leading to a significant upward revision of terminal growth rates for 2026. The industrialization process of solid-state batteries further strengthens the medium to long-term industry outlook [5][3] - In the precious metals sector, gold prices have experienced significant fluctuations due to various factors, including easing silver market pressures and expectations of a de-escalation in the Russia-Ukraine conflict. However, this does not change the trend of increasing allocation to gold stocks. The current price movements are seen as fluctuations rather than a trend reversal [3][4] - Industrial metals, particularly copper and aluminum, are viewed positively as supply bottlenecks are gradually alleviated. The report highlights the impact of improved trade relations between China and the US, as well as the ongoing geopolitical tensions affecting commodity prices [4][5] Summary by Sections Lithium Industry - The darkest period for the lithium sector is over, with improving supply-demand fundamentals. Domestic power demand is growing steadily, and energy storage demand remains strong. The terminal growth rate for 2026 has been significantly revised upward, and the industrialization of solid-state batteries is accelerating, enhancing long-term industry expectations. Supply-side uncertainties in overseas resource development and weak profitability due to low lithium prices have peaked capital expenditures in the industry by 2024-2025. Although there will still be some capacity release in 2026, supply growth is expected to decline from 2026 to 2028 [5][3] Precious Metals - The report notes that gold prices have seen significant fluctuations recently, driven by easing pressures in the silver market and expectations of a de-escalation in the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Despite these fluctuations, the trend of increasing allocation to gold stocks remains intact. The report emphasizes that the current price movements are more about valuation adjustments rather than a definitive trend reversal [3][4] Industrial Metals - The report indicates that industrial metals, particularly copper and aluminum, are expected to perform well as supply bottlenecks are gradually resolved. The easing of trade tensions between China and the US, along with geopolitical developments, has contributed to a positive outlook for these metals. The report highlights that copper and aluminum inventories have improved, and the overall macroeconomic environment is becoming more favorable for industrial metals [4][5]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Positive" investment rating for the metals and new materials industry, highlighting quality targets in gold and copper [2][3]. Core Insights - The report emphasizes the rising expectations for interest rate cuts, which are anticipated to support the prices of precious metals and industrial metals. It suggests that the central bank's gold purchases will be a long-term trend, leading to a sustained upward movement in gold prices [3][21]. - The report identifies specific companies to watch, including Zijin Mining, Luoyang Molybdenum, Shandong Gold, and others, based on their potential for recovery and growth in the current market environment [3][18]. Weekly Market Review - The Shanghai Composite Index rose by 2.88%, while the Shenzhen Component increased by 4.73%. The non-ferrous metals index rose by 1.13%, underperforming the CSI 300 by 2.11 percentage points [4][3]. - Year-to-date, the non-ferrous metals index has increased by 71.51%, outperforming the CSI 300 by 53.06 percentage points [7][4]. Price Changes and Industry Key Companies Valuation - Industrial metals prices saw increases: copper prices rose by 3.38%, aluminum by 2.93%, and zinc by 3.14% week-on-week. In contrast, precious metals like gold and silver saw declines of 3.30% and 4.38%, respectively [13][14]. - The report provides a detailed valuation of key companies in the industry, indicating their stock prices, earnings per share (EPS), and price-to-earnings (PE) ratios, with companies like Zijin Mining and Shandong Gold highlighted for their strong performance [18][19]. Precious Metals - The report notes an increase in gold ETF holdings, with a total of 1,531 tons, reflecting a slight decrease of 0.2% week-on-week. The report also highlights the increasing confidence in gold as a safe-haven asset amid economic uncertainties [21][22]. - The gold-silver ratio is reported at 85.5, indicating the relative pricing dynamics between these two precious metals [22]. Copper Market Analysis - The report details the supply and demand dynamics for copper, noting a decrease in the copper treatment charge (TC) to $42.6 per dry ton, alongside an increase in domestic social inventory to 182,000 tons [27][16]. - The report highlights the operational rates for copper products, with the electrolytic copper rod and wire and cable operating rates at 61.6% and 62.3%, respectively [27].

Major Events - Cambridge Technology (06166) sets the offer price for H-shares at HKD 68.88 per share [1] - Sany Heavy Industry (06031) sets the offer price for H-shares at HKD 21.30 per share [1] - Hengrui Medicine (01276) receives approval for the launch of HR20031 tablets [1] - Shanghai Pharmaceuticals (02607) subsidiary becomes the holder of the marketing authorization for amisulpride orally disintegrating tablets [1] - Fosun Pharma (02196) receives registration approval for Delarobert tablets and Delarobert granules [1] - WuXi AppTec (02359) plans to sell 100% equity of Kande Hongyi and Jinshi Medicine [1] - Hengfu Holdings (00643) receives a buyout offer at a discount of approximately 79.20% and will resume trading on October 27 [1] Operating Performance - Chifeng Jilong Gold Mining (06693) reports Q3 net profit of CNY 951 million, a year-on-year increase of 140.98% [1] - WuXi AppTec (02359) reports a net profit of CNY 12.076 billion for the first three quarters, up 84.84% year-on-year [1] - Huaxin Cement (06655) reports a net profit of CNY 2.004 billion for the first three quarters, a year-on-year increase of 76.01% [1] - Luoyang Molybdenum (03993) reports a net profit of approximately CNY 14.28 billion for the first three quarters, up 72.61% year-on-year [1] - Goldwind Technology (02208) reports a net profit of approximately CNY 2.584 billion for the first three quarters, a year-on-year increase of 44.21% [1] - CITIC Securities (06030) reports a net profit of approximately CNY 23.159 billion for the first three quarters, up 37.86% year-on-year [1] - Kingdee International (00268) reports annual recurring revenue of approximately CNY 3.86 billion from subscription services for the first three quarters, a year-on-year increase of about 18% [1] - China Nonferrous Mining (01258) estimates a profit of approximately USD 356 million for the first three quarters, a year-on-year increase of about 13% [1] - Chongqing Bank (01963) reports a net profit of CNY 4.879 billion for the first three quarters, a year-on-year increase of 10.19% [1] - China Resources Cement (01313) reports a profit attributable to shareholders of CNY 331 million for the first three quarters, a year-on-year increase of 7.3% [1] - China Shenhua Energy (01088) reports a net profit of CNY 41.366 billion for the first three quarters, a year-on-year decrease of 13.8% [1] - Haohai Biological Technology (06826) reports a net profit of approximately CNY 305 million for the first three quarters, a year-on-year decrease of 10.63% [1] - Great Wall Motors (02333) reports a net profit of CNY 2.298 billion for the third quarter, a year-on-year decrease of 31.23% [1] - China Heart and Heart Fertilizer (01866) reports a net profit of approximately CNY 800 million for the first three quarters, a year-on-year decrease of 47.86% [1] - China National Building Material (03323) reports a net profit of CNY 2.96 billion for the first three quarters [1] - GAC Group (02238) reports a net loss of approximately CNY 4.312 billion for the first three quarters, a shift from profit to loss year-on-year [1] - China Overseas Development (00688) reports revenue of CNY 103 billion and operating profit of CNY 13.15 billion for the first three quarters [1] - Haifeng International (01308) reports revenue of approximately USD 2.459 billion for the first three quarters, a year-on-year increase of approximately 16.6% [1] - China Energy Engineering (03996) reports a cumulative new contract amount of CNY 992.775 billion for the first three quarters, a year-on-year increase of 0.4% [1] E-commerce Performance - Li Ning (02331) reports high double-digit growth in its e-commerce virtual store business for the third quarter [2]

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Positive" (maintained) [3][4] Core Views - The report highlights that copper prices are expected to experience high-level fluctuations in the short term, driven by supply disruptions and ongoing negotiations between the US and China [4] - Aluminum prices are on the rise due to continuous inventory depletion, while the alumina market remains in an oversupply situation [4] - Lithium prices are recovering from the bottom as demand increases during the peak season, with a notable decrease in inventory [4] - Cobalt prices are likely to continue rising due to the implementation of export quotas in the Democratic Republic of Congo, which may tighten supply [4] Summary by Sections 1. Industry Overview - The report indicates that the US CPI for September was lower than expected, which may influence market conditions [8] 2. Market Performance - The overall performance of the non-ferrous metals sector shows that the Shanghai Composite Index rose by 2.88%, while the non-ferrous sector increased by 1.13%, underperforming the index by 1.75 percentage points [11][12] 3. Valuation Changes - The TTM PE for the non-ferrous sector is 27.27, with a weekly change of 0.68, while the PB is 3.17, reflecting a 0.09 change [21][24] 4. Industrial Metals - Copper prices increased by 2.61% in London and 3.95% in Shanghai, with inventories decreasing [26] - Aluminum prices rose by 2.78% in London and 1.14% in Shanghai, with a notable increase in aluminum enterprise profits [36] - Lead and zinc prices also saw increases, with lead prices up by 2.00% and zinc by 2.48% [47] - Lithium prices for lithium carbonate rose by 2.79% to 75,400 yuan/ton, while lithium spodumene increased by 4.14% to 881 USD/ton [76] - Cobalt prices saw a significant increase, with MB cobalt rising by 7.75% to 22.60 USD/pound [89]

Investment Rating - Maintain "Buy" rating for the sector [5] Core Views - The report indicates that the precious metals market is expected to maintain a bullish trend in the medium to long term due to inflationary pressures and global liquidity easing, despite recent price corrections [1][34] - For industrial metals, copper prices are supported by tight supply conditions and liquidity easing, while aluminum prices are expected to show strong fluctuations due to overseas production cuts and geopolitical tensions [2][3] - Energy metals, particularly lithium, are projected to see strong price performance driven by positive demand expectations, while cobalt prices are also on an upward trend despite cautious purchasing strategies from downstream buyers [3][25] Summary by Sections Precious Metals - U.S. September CPI recorded at 3%, lower than the expected 3.1%, indicating a potential for interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve [1][34] - The consumer confidence index in the U.S. has declined to 53.6, reflecting weak economic fundamentals [1][34] - The report suggests that the recent pullback in gold prices is considered sufficient, and long-term bullish trends remain intact [1][34] Industrial Metals - Copper prices are supported by tight supply due to disruptions in mining and easing liquidity conditions [2] - Global copper inventory increased by 19,400 tons, with Chinese inventory rising by 17,100 tons [2] - The report highlights that the aluminum industry in China is maintaining production levels, while overseas production cuts are expected to support aluminum prices [2] - Nickel demand remains strong, particularly in the battery sector, with prices expected to rise [2] Energy Metals - Lithium prices are showing strong performance, with battery-grade lithium carbonate prices rising by 5.4% to 80,000 yuan/ton [3][25] - Cobalt prices are also on the rise, supported by strong demand from the ternary material sector, although purchasing strategies are becoming more cautious [3][25] Key Stocks - Recommended stocks include: - Zijin Mining, Shandong Gold, and Chifeng Jilong Gold for precious metals [1] - Luoyang Molybdenum, Nanshan Aluminum, and China Hongqiao for industrial metals [2][8] - Ganfeng Lithium and Tianqi Lithium for energy metals [3][8]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Recommended" rating for several companies in the non-ferrous metals sector, including Zijin Mining, Luoyang Molybdenum, and China Aluminum [5][6]. Core Views - The report highlights that industrial metal prices are expected to remain strong due to seasonal demand and supply disruptions, particularly for copper and aluminum [2][3]. - Energy metals like lithium and cobalt are projected to perform well, driven by strong demand in the energy storage market and supply constraints [3]. - Precious metals are anticipated to experience price fluctuations in the short term, but long-term trends remain bullish due to central bank gold purchases and weakening dollar credit [4]. Summary by Sections Industrial Metals - Copper prices are supported by macroeconomic sentiment and supply disruptions, with the SMM import copper concentrate index at $51.2/ton, down $0.6/ton month-on-month [2]. - Aluminum demand is robust, particularly from the automotive sector, with domestic aluminum ingot social inventory at approximately 618,000 tons, down 9,000 tons week-on-week [2]. - Key companies recommended include Luoyang Molybdenum, Zijin Mining, and China Aluminum [2]. Energy Metals - Lithium supply is increasing due to new production lines, while demand from the energy storage market is exceeding expectations, supporting strong prices [3]. - Cobalt prices are rising due to supply concerns from the Democratic Republic of Congo, with Chinese companies receiving fewer export quotas than expected [3]. - Recommended companies include Huayou Cobalt and Yichun Lithium [3]. Precious Metals - Gold prices are experiencing short-term volatility due to optimistic international conditions, but long-term outlook remains positive with central bank purchases [4]. - Silver prices are influenced by industrial demand and follow gold's price movements [4]. - Recommended companies include Western Gold and Shandong Gold [4].