Group 1 - The company, Jiufeng Energy (605090.SH), announced a share buyback program, having repurchased a total of 4.5141 million shares, which represents 0.66% of its total share capital [1] - The highest transaction price during the buyback was 34.68 CNY per share, while the lowest was 25.52 CNY per share [1] - The total amount of funds spent on the buyback reached 126.5315 million CNY, excluding transaction fees [1]

Core Viewpoint - The report highlights the successful completion of China's first ship-based green methanol refueling operation at Ningbo Zhoushan Port, marking a significant milestone in the development of green fuel capabilities in the region [3]. Market Review - In September, the CSI 300 Index rose by 3.20%, while the public utility index increased by 0.41% and the environmental index by 0.77%. The relative monthly returns for these indices were -2.80% and -2.43% respectively [2]. - Among the 31 primary industry sectors, public utilities and environmental sectors ranked 13th and 11th in terms of growth. The environmental sector saw a 0.77% increase, while the electricity sector's thermal power rose by 2.34%, and hydropower fell by 3.08% [2]. Important Events - The successful refueling of the "COSCO Shipping Libra" with 230 tons of green methanol at Ningbo Zhoushan Port signifies the port's capability to handle LNG, biofuels, and methanol, enhancing its status as an international hub [3]. - This operation involved collaboration between China Ship Fuel, Zhejiang Port Group, and Ningbo Zhoushan Port Group, utilizing seven specialized methanol transport tankers and explosion-proof refueling equipment [3]. Investment Strategy - Public Utilities: Recommendations include Huadian International for thermal power, Longyuan Power and Three Gorges Energy for renewable energy, and China Nuclear Power for stable nuclear power operations [4][5]. - Environmental Sector: Focus on companies like China Everbright Environment and Zhongshan Public Utilities, as well as opportunities in the domestic waste oil recycling industry due to upcoming EU SAF policies [5].

Core Viewpoint - JiuFeng Energy's stock has shown significant growth this year, with a 29.55% increase, and the company operates in the liquefied natural gas and petrochemical sectors, facing a decline in revenue and net profit for the first half of 2025 [1][2]. Group 1: Stock Performance - As of October 9, JiuFeng Energy's stock price increased by 2.02% to 35.39 CNY per share, with a trading volume of 242 million CNY and a turnover rate of 1.01%, resulting in a total market capitalization of 24.03 billion CNY [1]. - The stock has risen by 7.57% over the last five trading days, 18.40% over the last 20 days, and 37.86% over the last 60 days [1]. Group 2: Financial Performance - For the first half of 2025, JiuFeng Energy reported a revenue of 10.43 billion CNY, a year-on-year decrease of 7.45%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 861 million CNY, down 22.17% year-on-year [2]. - The company has distributed a total of 1.86 billion CNY in dividends since its A-share listing, with 1.67 billion CNY distributed over the past three years [3]. Group 3: Business Overview - JiuFeng Energy, established on February 27, 2008, and listed on May 25, 2021, is headquartered in Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, and its main business includes liquefied natural gas (LNG), liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), methanol, and dimethyl ether (DME) [1]. - The revenue composition of the company is as follows: natural gas and operations 48.09%, liquefied petroleum gas 41.05%, other chemical products 7.49%, energy logistics and technical services 2.90%, special gases 0.46%, and others 0.01% [1].

Core Insights - The report maintains an "Outperform" rating for the public utilities and environmental sectors, highlighting the successful completion of China's first ship-based green methanol refueling operation in Zhejiang Province and the anticipated demand for fusion equipment in Q4 [1][2][3] Market Review - In September, the CSI 300 index rose by 3.20%, while the public utilities index increased by 0.41% and the environmental index by 0.77%. The relative performance of public utilities and environmental sectors ranked 13th and 11th among 31 first-level industry classifications [1][13][23] - The environmental sector saw a 0.77% increase, with the power sector's thermal power rising by 2.34%, while hydropower and new energy generation fell by 3.08% and 1.36%, respectively. The water sector increased by 1.27%, and the gas sector rose by 5.65% [1][26][32] Important Events - China Ship Fuel successfully completed the first ship-based green methanol refueling operation in Zhejiang Province, marking a significant milestone for the Ningbo-Zhoushan Port as a hub for LNG, biofuels, and methanol refueling capabilities [2][14] - The BEST fusion energy project achieved a key milestone with the successful installation of its first critical component, the Dewar base, indicating progress in the construction of fusion devices in China [3][15][16] Sector Analysis Public Utilities - Coal and electricity prices are declining simultaneously, allowing thermal power profitability to remain reasonable. Recommendations include major thermal power companies such as Huadian International and Shanghai Electric [4][21] - Continuous government support for renewable energy development is expected to stabilize profitability in the sector, with recommendations for leading companies like Longyuan Power and Three Gorges Energy [4][21] - Nuclear power companies are expected to maintain stable profitability due to growth in installed capacity and generation, with recommendations for China National Nuclear Power and China General Nuclear Power [4][21] Environmental Sector - The water and waste incineration industries are entering a mature phase, with significant improvements in free cash flow. Recommendations include companies like China Everbright Environment and Zhongshan Public Utilities [22] - The domestic scientific instrument market, valued at over $9 billion, presents substantial opportunities for domestic replacements, with recommendations for companies like Focused Photonics [22] - The EU's SAF blending policy is expected to increase demand for raw materials, benefiting the domestic waste oil recycling industry, with recommendations for companies like Shanggou Environmental Energy [22] Investment Strategy - The report emphasizes the importance of integrating renewable energy with smart energy management, recommending investments across the renewable energy supply chain and companies involved in comprehensive energy management [21][22]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for Jiufeng Energy (605090.SH) [1] Core Views - Jiufeng Energy plans to invest in a coal-to-gas project in Xinjiang, seeking new growth opportunities. The total investment for the project is estimated at RMB 230.33 billion, with Jiufeng's contribution not exceeding RMB 34.55 billion, which will provide the company with a 50% stake in the project, corresponding to an annual production of 2 billion cubic meters of natural gas [5][6] - The coal-to-gas project is part of a larger initiative to enhance Jiufeng's upstream resource pool, which will include a diversified mix of equity gas, long-term contract gas, and spot gas, thereby expanding the company's business landscape and development potential [6] - The coal-to-gas industry in China is entering a new phase of large-scale development, supported by abundant coal reserves and ongoing infrastructure improvements, which are expected to enhance the supply capacity of natural gas resources [7] Summary by Sections Investment Overview - Jiufeng Energy is collaborating with Xinjiang Qinghua Energy Group and Henan Future Silk Road Clean Energy Partnership to develop the second phase of the Xinjiang Qinghua coal-to-gas project, with a construction period of 24 to 36 months [6] Financial Projections - The projected annual sales revenue from the project upon completion is RMB 7.3 billion, with an estimated annual profit of RMB 1.477 billion [6] - Jiufeng Energy's net profit forecasts for 2025-2027 are RMB 1.732 billion, RMB 1.979 billion, and RMB 2.245 billion, respectively, with corresponding EPS of 2.55, 2.91, and 3.31 yuan [9][10] Industry Outlook - The coal-to-gas sector is expected to grow significantly, with ongoing projects and infrastructure developments enhancing the supply chain and resource availability [7] - The establishment of major pipelines and projects in Xinjiang is anticipated to further strengthen the natural gas supply system in China [7]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" [1] Core Views - The company plans to invest in the Xinjiang coal-to-gas project, securing upstream quality gas sources, with a total investment of 230.33 billion RMB for the second phase of the Xinjiang Qinghua project, which aims to produce 4 billion cubic meters of coal-to-natural gas annually [7] - The project has strong feasibility and security, with all necessary approvals in place and a solid supply chain for coal and water resources [7] - The projected annual profit for the coal-to-gas project is estimated at 1.48 billion RMB, with an internal rate of return (IRR) of 8.2% for total investment and 15.8% for equity [7] - The company maintains a profit forecast of 1.56 billion RMB, 1.80 billion RMB, and 2.13 billion RMB for 2025-2027, corresponding to a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 14, 12, and 10 times respectively [7] Financial Summary - Total revenue for 2023 is projected at 26.57 billion RMB, with a year-on-year growth of 10.91%, followed by a decline of 17.01% in 2024 [1] - The net profit attributable to the parent company is expected to be 1.31 billion RMB in 2023, increasing by 19.81%, and then decreasing by 7.52% in 2025 [1] - The earnings per share (EPS) for 2025 is estimated at 2.29 RMB, with a P/E ratio of 14.14 [1] - The company’s total assets are projected to reach 19.04 billion RMB by 2027, with a debt-to-asset ratio of 34.13% [8]

Group 1 - The gas sector experienced a 0.9% increase on September 30, with Jiufeng Energy leading the gains [1] - The Shanghai Composite Index closed at 3882.78, up 0.52%, while the Shenzhen Component Index closed at 13526.51, up 0.35% [1] - Jiufeng Energy's stock price rose by 6.94% to 34.69, with a trading volume of 270,300 shares and a transaction value of 94.46 million [1] Group 2 - The gas sector saw a net outflow of 238 million from main funds, while retail investors contributed a net inflow of 273 million [2] - The top gainers in the gas sector included Fuan Energy, which increased by 4.59% to 13.45, with a trading volume of 692,900 shares and a transaction value of 924 million [2] - The overall trading activity in the gas sector showed mixed results, with some stocks experiencing declines, such as Xinjiang Torch, which fell by 2.17% to 23.95 [2][3] Group 3 - Main funds showed a net inflow of 57.26 million into Fuan Energy, while retail investors had a net inflow of 4.02 million [3] - Tianhao Energy had a net inflow of 19.48 million from main funds, indicating positive sentiment despite overall sector outflows [3] - The data indicates a divergence in investment behavior, with retail investors showing more confidence in certain stocks despite the overall net outflow from main funds [3]

Company Overview - Jieya Co., Ltd. is a high-quality wet wipe manufacturer established in 1999, with major clients including Woolworths, Kimberly-Clark, Johnson & Johnson, Procter & Gamble, Babycare, and Dongfang Zhenxuan [2][13] - The company experienced a decline in performance in 2024 due to a drop in wet wipe orders post-pandemic, with projected revenue and net profit of 54.7 million and 1.9 million respectively, resulting in a net profit margin of 3.5% [2][13] - In the first half of 2025, the company showed signs of recovery with revenue of 310 million, a year-on-year increase of 8.8%, and a net profit of 33 million, up 22.6%, leading to a net profit margin recovery to 10.5% [2][13] Industry Analysis - The global wet wipe market is steadily growing, with a retail market size projected to reach 18.4 billion USD in 2024, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 2.7% [3][13] - In 2024, the top 10 companies in the global wet wipe market hold a combined market share of 41.3%, with Procter & Gamble and Kimberly-Clark being the largest players, holding 13.9% and 11.3% market shares respectively [3][13] - The Chinese wet wipe market is expected to exceed 12.9 billion CNY in 2024, with a year-on-year growth of 4.3%, and the top 10 brands holding a market share of 48.0% [3][13] Company Performance and Strategy - Jieya Co., Ltd. has a significant net profit margin advantage over competitors, with a net profit margin of 10.5% in the first half of 2025 compared to 4.08% for Hangzhou Guoguang, which reported revenue of 458 million and a net profit of 19 million [4][13] - The company has established strong relationships with international brand clients, with the top five clients accounting for 77.6% of revenue, and foreign sales increasing by 46.2% year-on-year in the first half of 2025 [4][13] - Jieya is expanding its production capacity with a new factory in the United States, which is expected to produce 15 billion wet wipes annually, further enhancing its global market presence [4][13] Financial Projections - The company forecasts net profits of 77 million, 107 million, and 144 million for 2025, 2026, and 2027 respectively, representing year-on-year growth rates of 297.2%, 38.1%, and 34.7% [13] - The current market capitalization is estimated at 3.5 billion, with corresponding price-to-earnings ratios of 45, 33, and 24 for the years 2025 to 2027 [13]

Performance Forecasts - Yinglian Co., Ltd. expects a net profit growth of 1531.13% to 1672.97% year-on-year for the first three quarters [1] - Dalian Heavy Industry anticipates a net profit growth of 19.91% to 28.52% year-on-year for the first three quarters [1] Project Investments - Wharton Technology plans to invest in the enhancement of membrane materials and membrane components [1] - Jiufeng Energy intends to invest in a coal-to-natural gas project in Xinjiang [1] Contract Awards - Qiaoyin Co., Ltd. is pre-awarded a contract worth approximately 512 million yuan for integrated sanitation operations in Laishui County, Baoding City, Hebei Province [1] - Dash Smart signed a contract for a smart hospital project worth 113 million yuan [1] Equity Acquisitions - Conch New Materials plans to acquire 51% equity in North China Plastics [1] - Suochen Technology intends to acquire 60% equity in Likong Technology [1] - Jingye Intelligent plans to acquire 51% equity in Hefei Shengwen for 108 million yuan [1] - Landi Group plans to acquire 20.1667% equity in Jujia Technology for 121 million yuan [1] Share Buybacks - Hanshuo Technology plans to repurchase shares worth between 150 million yuan and 300 million yuan [2] - Youke De intends to spend between 8 million yuan and 10 million yuan on share buybacks [2] H-Shares - Jinghe Integrated Circuit has submitted an application for H-share issuance and listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange [2] - Lingyi Manufacturing is planning to issue H-shares and list on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange [2] - Changchun High-tech has submitted an application for the issuance of H-shares [2] Shareholding Changes - Senba Sensor's actual controller plans to reduce holdings by no more than 1.09% [3] - Erkang Pharmaceutical's controlling shareholder intends to reduce holdings by no more than 2.04% [3] - Andeli's BVI Donghua plans to reduce holdings by no more than 1.00% [3] - Zhiyang Innovation's controlling shareholder and its concerted actioner plan to reduce a total of no more than 4.225 million shares [3] - Xizi Clean Energy's chairman plans to increase holdings by 30 million to 50 million yuan [3] Other Activities - Luoxin Pharmaceutical plans to raise no more than 842 million yuan for innovative drug research and development projects [3] - Huaxin Xinchang has received project designation notification from Jiangqi Group [3] - Jinpu Garden plans to raise no more than 129 million yuan through a private placement to Nanjing Lisen [3]

Company Overview - Jieya Co., Ltd. is a high-quality wet wipes manufacturer established in 1999, with major clients including Woolworths, Kimberly-Clark, Johnson & Johnson, Procter & Gamble, Babycare, and Dongfang Zhenxuan [2][13] - The company experienced a decline in performance in 2024 due to a drop in wet wipes orders post-pandemic, with projected revenue and net profit of 547 million and 19 million CNY respectively, resulting in a net profit margin of 3.50% [2][13] - In the first half of 2025, the company showed signs of recovery with revenue of 310 million CNY, a year-on-year increase of 8.8%, and a net profit of 33 million CNY, up 22.6%, leading to a net profit margin recovery to 10.50% [2][13] Industry Analysis - The global wet wipes market is steadily expanding, with a retail market size projected to reach 18.4 billion USD in 2024, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 2.7% [3][13] - In China, the wet wipes market is expected to exceed 12.9 billion CNY in 2024, growing by 4.3% year-on-year, with the top 10 brands holding a market share of 48.0% [3][13] Competitive Position - Jieya Co., Ltd. has a significant net profit margin advantage over competitors, with a 10.50% margin compared to Hangzhou Guoguang's 4.08% [4][13] - The company’s top five clients accounted for 77.6% of its revenue in 2024, with international brand clients driving a 46.2% increase in foreign revenue in the first half of 2025, raising the foreign revenue share to 60.3% [4][13] - The establishment of a production facility in the United States is expected to enhance the company's global competitiveness, with a projected capacity of 15 billion wet wipes annually [4][13] Financial Projections - Forecasts for Jieya Co., Ltd. indicate net profits of 77 million, 107 million, and 144 million CNY for 2025, 2026, and 2027 respectively, representing year-on-year growth rates of 297.2%, 38.1%, and 34.7% [13] - The current market capitalization is estimated at 3.5 billion CNY, with corresponding price-to-earnings ratios of 45, 33, and 24 for the years 2025 to 2027 [13]