Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for several companies in the steel sector, including Hualing Steel, Baosteel, Nanjing Steel, and others, indicating a positive outlook for their performance [3][4]. Core Insights - The macroeconomic environment is stabilizing, with demand entering a seasonal lull. The political bureau meeting emphasized "anti-involution" and the need for orderly competition in key industries, shifting focus from price increases to rational competition and profit improvement [3][4]. - Short-term steel demand is expected to decline seasonally, leading to potential price corrections. However, long-term capacity governance remains a key theme, with expectations for improved profitability in steel companies as supply dynamics optimize [3][4]. - The report highlights a mixed performance in steel production and inventory levels, with total steel production rising to 8.67 million tons, while social inventory increased by 153,400 tons to 9.41 million tons [2][3]. Summary by Sections Price Trends - As of August 1, steel prices have decreased, with rebar priced at 3,350 CNY/ton (down 100 CNY), hot-rolled steel at 3,430 CNY/ton (down 120 CNY), and cold-rolled steel at 3,860 CNY/ton (down 40 CNY) [1][10][11]. Production and Inventory - Total production of five major steel products reached 8.67 million tons, with rebar production decreasing by 9,000 tons to 2.11 million tons. Social inventory rose by 153,400 tons to 9.41 million tons, indicating a mixed inventory situation [2][3]. Profitability - Steel profitability showed fluctuations, with long-process rebar and hot-rolled steel margins changing by +20 CNY/ton and -14 CNY/ton respectively. Short-process electric arc furnace steel margins increased by +38 CNY/ton [1][3]. Investment Recommendations - The report recommends several companies for investment, including Hualing Steel, Baosteel, Nanjing Steel in the flat steel sector, and Xianglou New Materials, CITIC Special Steel in the special steel sector, among others [3][4].

证券时报•数据宝统计，截至发稿，甬金股份收盘价为17.82元，下跌0.17%，本期筹码集中以来股价累 计上涨1.71%。具体到各交易日，4次上涨，6次下跌。 公司发布的一季报数据显示，一季度公司共实现营业收入93.89亿元，同比增长0.89%，实现净利润1.04 亿元，同比下降15.41%，基本每股收益为0.2800元，加权平均净资产收益率1.79%。（数据宝） 注：本文系新闻报道，不构成投资建议，股市有风险，投资需谨慎。 （原标题：甬金股份最新股东户数环比下降9.18% 筹码趋向集中） 甬金股份8月1日披露，截至7月31日公司股东户数为19664户，较上期（7月20日）减少1987户，环比降 幅为9.18%。这已是该公司股东户数连续第2期下降。 ...

Group 1 - The stock price of Yongjin Co., Ltd. is reported at 17.85 yuan as of July 31, 2025, reflecting a decline of 1.87% from the previous trading day [1] - The opening price for the day was 18.15 yuan, with a lowest point of 17.73 yuan, and the trading volume reached 120 million yuan [1] - The company specializes in the research, production, and sales of cold-rolled stainless steel strips, which are widely used in appliances, architectural decoration, and medical devices [1] Group 2 - As of July 18, 2025, the number of shareholders for Yongjin Co., Ltd. was reported at 21,700, a decrease of 827 shareholders or 3.68% from July 10 [1] - The number of shares held through the Shanghai Stock Connect is 12.4842 million, accounting for 3.41% of the circulating share capital [1] - On July 31, 2025, there was a net outflow of 2.29 million yuan in principal funds [1]

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Overweight" rating for the steel industry [5]. Core Viewpoints - Demand is expected to gradually bottom out, while supply-side adjustments are beginning to show, indicating that the steel industry is slowly emerging from its low point [3]. - The report anticipates that if supply policies are implemented, the speed of supply contraction will accelerate, leading to a quicker recovery in the industry [3]. - The profitability of steel companies has improved, with the average gross profit per ton of rebar rising to 330.1 CNY/ton, an increase of 131.5 CNY/ton [36]. Summary by Sections Steel Market Overview - Last week, the apparent consumption of five major steel products was 8.6813 million tons, a decrease of 1.98 million tons week-on-week [24]. - The total inventory of steel was 13.365 million tons, down 1.16 million tons week-on-week, maintaining the lowest level for the same period in recent years [5]. - The operating rate of blast furnaces among 247 steel mills was 83.46%, unchanged from the previous week [32]. Raw Materials - The spot price of iron ore increased by 4 CNY/ton to 779 CNY/ton, a rise of 0.52% [48]. - The total inventory of iron ore at ports rose to 137.9038 million tons, a slight increase of 0.04% [49]. - The average available days of imported iron ore for 64 domestic steel companies increased to 21 days, up by 1 day from the previous week [49]. Profitability and Production - The average gross profit for hot-rolled coils rose to 244.1 CNY/ton, an increase of 113.5 CNY/ton [36]. - The profitability rate of 247 steel companies was 63.64%, up 3.47% from the previous week [32]. - The total steel production last week was 8.6697 million tons, a decrease of 1.22 million tons week-on-week [33]. Recommendations - The report recommends focusing on companies with leading technology and product structures, such as Baosteel and Hualing Steel, as well as low-cost firms like Fangda Special Steel and New Steel [5].

Industry Overview - The liquid ammonia storage tank is a specialized equipment for storing and transporting liquid ammonia, with a history dating back to the late 19th century. Its development has been driven by advancements in chemical industry and increasing demand in agriculture, medicine, and food sectors [1][4][14] - The market size of China's liquid ammonia storage tank industry is projected to reach approximately 7.788 billion yuan in 2024, representing a year-on-year growth of 10.12% [1][14] - The first phase of the world's largest green hydrogen ammonia project, with an initial capacity of 320,000 tons, was officially put into operation on July 8, 2025. This project includes a milestone liquid ammonia storage tank project that is the first large-scale low-temperature tank for storing green ammonia globally [1][14] Industry Development Background - The demand for liquid ammonia has been increasing, with production expected to grow from 45.51 million tons in 2018 to 62.10 million tons in 2024, reflecting a compound annual growth rate of 5.32% [7] - The growth in liquid ammonia production has spurred the demand for specialized storage equipment, leading to rapid technological advancements in liquid ammonia storage tanks [7] Industry Chain - The upstream of the liquid ammonia storage tank industry includes raw materials and equipment, such as special steel, low-temperature alloys, insulation materials, sealing materials, and welding materials. The core equipment includes compressors, refrigeration units, and safety valves [10] - The midstream involves the production and manufacturing of liquid ammonia storage tanks, while the downstream applications span across chemical, construction, aerospace, biomedical, and environmental sectors [10] Industry Trends - The trend towards larger liquid ammonia storage tanks is driven by increasing production capacity and import/export demands. The industry is moving towards 50,000-ton capacity tanks to reduce land use and operational costs [22] - The integration of smart technologies, such as IoT sensors and AI monitoring systems, is enhancing safety and efficiency in the liquid ammonia storage tank sector [23] - The green transformation of liquid ammonia storage tanks is essential, focusing on low-energy, corrosion-resistant materials and the adoption of BOG recovery systems to minimize carbon emissions [24] Key Companies - Major companies in the liquid ammonia storage tank market include CIMC Enric, Blue Science and Technology, and various domestic manufacturers that dominate the mid to low-end market, while international brands focus on high-end large storage tanks [15][18][20]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for several steel companies, indicating a positive outlook for the sector [5][8]. Core Insights - The black industrial chain has experienced significant price fluctuations, with the CITIC Steel Index rising by 7.55% during the week, outperforming the CSI 300 Index by 5.86 percentage points [1][85]. - The report highlights a rebound in steel prices due to a reversal in inventory cycles, driven by strong domestic and external demand in the first half of the year, although uncertainties remain due to tariff frictions [2][6]. - The report anticipates that the implementation of "anti-involution" policies will accelerate the recovery of industry profitability, with a focus on reducing production capacity [2][6]. Supply Analysis - Daily molten iron production has decreased slightly to 242.2 thousand tons, with a marginal decline in long-process production [11][14]. - The capacity utilization rate for domestic blast furnaces is reported at 90.8%, a slight decrease of 0.1 percentage points week-on-week [14][20]. Inventory Analysis - Total steel inventory has slightly decreased by 0.1 percentage points, with social inventory increasing while steel mill inventory has significantly declined [20][22]. - The social inventory of five major steel products stands at 9.271 million tons, up 0.5% week-on-week but down 27.4% year-on-year [22][27]. Demand Analysis - Apparent consumption of five major steel products has shown a slight decline of 0.2% week-on-week, indicating resilient demand despite the overall weakness [36][46]. - Weekly average transaction volume for construction steel has increased by 22.4% compared to the previous week, reaching 115 thousand tons [36][37]. Raw Material Analysis - Iron ore prices have strengthened, with the Platts 62% Fe iron ore price index rising to $102.6 per ton, a week-on-week increase of 2.4% [45][54]. - The report notes a decrease in Australian iron ore shipments by 10.5% week-on-week, while Brazilian shipments increased by 17.4% [54][68]. Price and Profit Analysis - The report indicates a significant improvement in immediate gross margins for steel products, with the Myspic comprehensive steel price index rising by 4.2% week-on-week [66][67]. - Current prices for rebar in Beijing and Shanghai have increased by 7.7% and 5.5% respectively, reflecting a positive trend in the market [67][70]. Key Stocks - The report recommends several stocks for investment, including: - Xinxing Ductile Iron Pipes (Buy) - Nanjing Steel (Buy) - Hualing Steel (Buy) - Baosteel (Buy) - Jiuli Special Materials (Buy) - New Steel (Increase Holding) [8][89].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" recommendation for several companies in the steel sector, including Hualing Steel, Baosteel, Nanjing Steel, and others, indicating a positive outlook for their performance [3]. Core Insights - The demand for special steel is expected to rise due to the commencement of the Yajiang Hydropower Station project, with an estimated special steel demand of approximately 4-6 million tons, significantly exceeding similar hydropower projects [3][7]. - Steel prices have increased, with notable weekly price rises across various steel products, indicating a strengthening market [1][10]. - The profitability of steel manufacturers is recovering, with significant increases in gross margins for rebar, hot-rolled, and cold-rolled steel [1][2]. Price Trends - As of July 25, 2025, the price of 20mm HRB400 rebar in Shanghai is 3,450 CNY/ton, up 180 CNY/ton from the previous week, while hot-rolled and cold-rolled steel prices also saw increases of 170 CNY/ton [1][10]. - The report highlights a 5.5% weekly increase in rebar prices and a 4.6% increase in cold-rolled prices, reflecting a positive price trend in the steel market [11]. Production and Inventory - The total production of the five major steel products decreased to 8.67 million tons, with a slight weekly decline of 1.22 million tons, while total inventory also saw a decrease [2]. - Rebar production increased by 2.9 million tons to 2.1196 million tons, indicating a positive trend in production for this specific category [2]. Profitability Analysis - The report indicates that the gross profit margins for rebar, hot-rolled, and cold-rolled steel have increased by 46 CNY/ton, 45 CNY/ton, and 79 CNY/ton respectively, showcasing a recovery in profitability for steel manufacturers [1][2]. Investment Recommendations - The report recommends several companies for investment, including Hualing Steel, Baosteel, Nanjing Steel in the general steel sector, and Xianglou New Materials, CITIC Special Steel in the special steel sector, among others [3].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" recommendation for several steel companies, including Baosteel, Hualing Steel, and Nanjing Steel, among others [3][4]. Core Viewpoints - The upcoming "stability growth plan" from the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology is expected to optimize steel production capacity, focusing on structural adjustments and the elimination of outdated capacity [3][7]. - Steel prices have shown an upward trend, with specific prices for various steel products increasing as of July 18, 2025 [1][10]. - The report indicates a decrease in steel production and inventory levels, with a total production of 8.68 million tons for the five major steel products, reflecting a week-on-week decrease [2][8]. Summary by Sections Price Trends - As of July 18, 2025, the price of 20mm HRB400 rebar in Shanghai is 3,270 CNY/ton, up 30 CNY/ton from the previous week [1][10]. - Other steel products also saw price increases, including hot-rolled and cold-rolled steel [1][11]. Production and Inventory - The total production of the five major steel products is 8.68 million tons, down 45,300 tons week-on-week [2][8]. - Social inventory of the five major steel products increased by 81,500 tons to 9.21 million tons, while steel mill inventory decreased by 100,200 tons [2][8]. Profitability - The report notes fluctuations in steel profitability, with rebar, hot-rolled, and cold-rolled steel margins changing by -19 CNY/ton, -7 CNY/ton, and +7 CNY/ton respectively [1][3]. Investment Recommendations - The report recommends several companies for investment, including Baosteel, Hualing Steel, and Nanjing Steel in the flat steel sector, and Xianglou New Materials and CITIC Special Steel in the special steel sector [3][4].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" recommendation for the steel sector, highlighting strong price performance and potential recovery in profitability for steel companies [5][6]. Core Insights - The "anti-involution" policy continues to influence the market, leading to stronger expectations for supply-side constraints and supporting higher steel prices [5]. - As of July 11, 2025, steel prices have increased, with notable rises in various categories such as rebar and hot-rolled steel [3][11]. - The report indicates a decrease in steel production and inventory levels, suggesting a tightening supply situation [4][5]. Price Summary - As of July 11, 2025, the prices for key steel products are as follows: - Rebar (20mm HRB400): 3,240 CNY/ton, up 60 CNY/ton from last week - High-line (8.0mm): 3,410 CNY/ton, up 50 CNY/ton - Hot-rolled (3.0mm): 3,350 CNY/ton, up 60 CNY/ton - Cold-rolled (1.0mm): 3,680 CNY/ton, up 70 CNY/ton - Common medium plate (20mm): 3,330 CNY/ton, up 10 CNY/ton [3][11][12]. Production and Inventory - As of July 11, 2025, total steel production for the five major categories was 8.73 million tons, a decrease of 124,400 tons week-on-week [4]. - Total social inventory of the five major steel products decreased by 20,200 tons to 9.1278 million tons, while steel mill inventory increased by 17,700 tons to 4.2557 million tons [4]. Profitability Analysis - The report notes fluctuations in steel profitability, with rebar, hot-rolled, and cold-rolled steel margins changing by -14 CNY/ton, -13 CNY/ton, and +33 CNY/ton respectively week-on-week [3][4]. Investment Recommendations - The report recommends several companies based on their performance and market position: - For flat steel: Baosteel, Hualing Steel, Nanjing Steel - For special steel: Xianglou New Materials, CITIC Special Steel, Yongjin Co. - For pipe materials: Jiuli Special Materials, Youfa Group, Wujin Stainless Steel - Additionally, it suggests paying attention to high-temperature alloy companies like Fushun Special Steel [5].

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the insider trading allegations against the actual controller of Yongjin Co., Ltd., Cao Peifeng, and the implications for the company following her legal troubles [3][5][9]. Group 1: Insider Trading Allegations - Cao Peifeng was placed under residential surveillance by the police on July 7, 2025, due to allegations of insider trading and leaking insider information [3][4]. - The China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) has previously issued an administrative penalty against Cao Peifeng for her insider trading and short-term trading activities [4][9]. - The insider trading involved manipulating three other securities accounts to trade Yongjin Co., Ltd. shares during sensitive periods related to the company's stock buyback announcements [6][10]. Group 2: Financial Impact of Insider Trading - Cao Peifeng's insider trading activities resulted in a total loss of approximately 117,100 yuan (around 17,000 USD) across two rounds of trading [11]. - In the first round of insider trading, she made a profit of about 549,200 yuan (approximately 80,000 USD), while in the second round, she incurred a loss of about 666,300 yuan (approximately 98,000 USD) [11]. - The company announced two stock buyback plans, with the first plan involving a total amount of no less than 50 million yuan (approximately 7.2 million USD) and the second plan involving no less than 200 million yuan (approximately 28.8 million USD) [10]. Group 3: Company Background and Current Status - Yongjin Co., Ltd. was established in August 2003 and went public on the Shanghai Stock Exchange in December 2019, primarily engaged in the research, production, and sales of cold-rolled stainless steel strips [13]. - The company confirmed that the legal issues surrounding Cao Peifeng are personal matters and will not affect its daily operations, business, or financial status [5][14]. - The company is currently in the investigation stage, and the management remains in normal operation [14][15].