Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Outperform" rating for the public utilities and environmental sectors [5][11]. Core Insights - The report highlights the introduction of the "Ecological Environment Monitoring Regulations," which will enhance the automation, digitalization, and intelligence of ecological monitoring systems starting January 1, 2026 [15][17]. - The public utilities and environmental sectors have seen a decrease in fund holdings, with a total market value of 49.695 billion yuan, down 29.64% from the previous quarter [2][17]. - The report emphasizes investment opportunities in the renewable energy sector, particularly in companies like Longyuan Power and Three Gorges Energy, as well as in nuclear power and hydropower sectors [3][27]. Summary by Sections Market Review - The Shanghai Composite Index rose by 0.82%, while the public utilities index increased by 2.42% and the environmental index by 2.71% [14][29]. - Within the electricity sector, coal-fired power increased by 2.09%, hydropower by 2.00%, and renewable energy generation by 3.08% [30]. Important Policies and Events - The State Council announced the "Ecological Environment Monitoring Regulations," aimed at establishing a modern ecological monitoring system [15][17]. - A significant achievement in nuclear technology was reported with the successful conversion of thorium-uranium nuclear fuel at a molten salt reactor [16]. Investment Strategy - Recommendations include major coal-fired power companies like Huadian International and regional electricity companies such as Shanghai Electric due to stable profitability [3][27]. - The report suggests focusing on companies in the renewable energy sector, including Longyuan Power and Three Gorges Energy, as well as nuclear power operators like China Nuclear Power and China General Nuclear Power [3][27]. - For the environmental sector, it recommends companies like China Tianying and Guangda Environment, which are positioned well in the mature water and waste incineration markets [27]. Fund Holdings Analysis - As of Q3 2025, the public utilities and environmental sectors had 122 stocks heavily held by funds, a decrease of 4 from the previous quarter [2][17]. - The total market value of holdings in the electricity sector was 42.276 billion yuan, down 30.82% from the previous quarter [17]. - The report identifies the top five companies with increased fund holdings in the electricity sector, including JinkoSolar and Longyuan Power [17]. Company Profit Forecasts - The report provides profit forecasts and investment ratings for key companies, including Huadian International with a projected EPS of 0.49 yuan for 2024 and a PE ratio of 10.3 [5]. - Other recommended companies include Longyuan Power, Three Gorges Energy, and China Nuclear Power, all rated "Outperform" [9][5].

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Outperform" rating for the public utility and environmental sectors [5][11]. Core Views - The report highlights the introduction of the "Ecological Environment Monitoring Regulations," which will enhance the automation, digitalization, and intelligence of ecological monitoring systems starting January 1, 2026 [15][17]. - The public utility and environmental sectors have seen a decrease in fund holdings, with a total market value of 49.695 billion yuan, down 29.64% from the previous quarter [2][17]. - The report emphasizes investment opportunities in the renewable energy sector and comprehensive energy management, particularly in the context of carbon neutrality [27]. Summary by Sections Market Review - The Shanghai Composite Index rose by 0.82%, while the public utility index increased by 2.42% and the environmental index by 2.71% [14][29]. - Within the electricity sector, coal-fired power increased by 2.09%, hydropower by 2.00%, and renewable energy generation by 3.08% [30]. Important Policies and Events - The "Ecological Environment Monitoring Regulations" were signed into law, aiming to establish a modern ecological monitoring system [15][17]. - A significant achievement in nuclear fuel conversion was reported, marking a milestone in thorium-uranium fuel technology [16]. Investment Strategy - Recommendations include major coal-fired power companies like Huadian International and regional electricity companies such as Shanghai Electric due to stable profitability [3][27]. - The report suggests investing in leading renewable energy firms like Longyuan Power and Three Gorges Energy, as well as high-quality offshore wind power companies [3][27]. - Nuclear power companies like China National Nuclear Power and China General Nuclear Power are expected to maintain stable profitability [3][27]. - High-dividend hydropower stocks like Yangtze Power are recommended for their defensive attributes [3][27]. - In the environmental sector, companies like China Science Instruments and Shandong High Energy are highlighted for their growth potential [27]. Key Company Earnings Forecasts and Investment Ratings - Huadian International (600027.SH) is rated "Outperform" with an expected EPS of 0.49 yuan for 2024 and 0.62 yuan for 2025 [5]. - Longyuan Power (001289.SZ) is also rated "Outperform" with an expected EPS of 0.76 yuan for 2024 and 0.81 yuan for 2025 [9]. Fund Holdings Analysis - As of Q3 2025, the public utility and environmental sectors had 122 stocks heavily held by funds, a decrease of 4 from the previous quarter [2][17]. - The electricity sector accounted for 55 of these stocks, with a total market value of 42.276 billion yuan, down 30.82% from the previous quarter [17]. Environmental Sector Insights - The water and waste incineration industries are entering a mature phase, with improved free cash flow and declining risk-free rates [27]. - The domestic waste oil recycling industry is expected to benefit from the EU's SAF blending policy [27].

Core Insights - JiuFeng Energy's stock price increased by 2.01% to 34.51 CNY per share, with a market capitalization of 23.993 billion CNY as of November 11 [1] - The company has seen a year-to-date stock price increase of 26.33%, with a recent 5-day increase of 4.42% and a 20-day decrease of 1.34% [1] Financial Performance - For the period from January to September 2025, JiuFeng Energy reported a revenue of 15.608 billion CNY, a year-on-year decrease of 8.45%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 1.241 billion CNY, down 19.13% year-on-year [2] - The company has distributed a total of 1.856 billion CNY in dividends since its A-share listing, with 1.666 billion CNY distributed over the past three years [3] Shareholder Information - As of September 30, 2025, the number of shareholders decreased by 1.95% to 19,800, while the average number of circulating shares per person increased by 5.04% to 34,185 shares [2] - Among the top ten circulating shareholders, a new shareholder, Southern Military Reform Flexible Allocation Mixed A, holds 6.1408 million shares [3] Business Overview - JiuFeng Energy, established on February 27, 2008, and listed on May 25, 2021, operates in the liquefied natural gas (LNG), liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), methanol, and dimethyl ether (DME) sectors [1] - The company's revenue composition includes 48.09% from natural gas operations, 41.05% from liquefied petroleum gas, and 7.49% from other chemical products [1]

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Overweight" rating for the environmental protection industry [1]. Core Views - Indonesia has launched a $5.6 billion waste-to-energy project, indicating a vast market opportunity for solid waste management companies to expand internationally [11][12]. - The solid waste sector is experiencing strong fundamentals, with a notable increase in free cash flow and improved return on equity (ROE) due to operational efficiencies and reduced capital expenditures [14][15]. - The water services sector is poised for growth, with expectations of increased cash flow and dividend payouts as capital expenditures decline [18][19]. Summary by Sections Industry News - Indonesia's sovereign fund has initiated the first waste-to-energy project tender, with plans for 33 plants and a total investment of approximately 56 billion USD [11]. - The solid waste industry is transitioning to a mature phase, focusing on efficiency improvements and cash flow generation [14]. - The environmental sanitation vehicle market saw a 63.18% increase in new energy vehicle sales, with a penetration rate of 17.40% [20]. Key Recommendations - Recommended stocks include: - **Waiming Environmental**: Selected as a supplier for Indonesia's waste-to-energy projects, with significant operational capacity [13]. - **Green Power**: Strong performance driven by increased heating capacity and cost savings [14]. - **Yongxing Co.**: Notable growth in revenue and profit due to improved operational efficiency [14]. - Companies to watch include **Dayu Water Saving**, **Lian Tai Environmental**, and **Wang Neng Environment** [1]. Financial Performance - The solid waste sector reported a 12% increase in net profit and a 2.7 percentage point rise in gross margin for the first three quarters of 2025 [14]. - Free cash flow for the sector reached 13.3 billion CNY, marking a 28% increase year-on-year [14]. - Dividend payouts are expected to rise, with several companies maintaining high payout ratios [15][18]. Market Trends - The water services sector is expected to see a cash flow turnaround, similar to the solid waste sector, with anticipated increases in dividend payouts as capital expenditures decrease [18][19]. - Price reforms in water services are expected to enhance growth and valuation, with cities like Guangzhou and Shenzhen implementing price increases [18]. Equipment and Technology - The report highlights the growth in the environmental sanitation vehicle market, particularly in new energy vehicles, which are becoming increasingly prevalent [20]. - The report also notes improvements in the profitability of lithium battery recycling, with a slight decrease in metal prices leading to better margins [34][35].

Core Viewpoint - JiuFeng Energy's stock price has shown fluctuations, with a year-to-date increase of 23.48% and a recent decline in revenue and net profit for the first nine months of 2025 [2][3]. Group 1: Stock Performance - On November 10, JiuFeng Energy's stock fell by 2.03%, trading at 33.73 CNY per share, with a total transaction volume of 1.56 billion CNY and a market capitalization of 234.51 billion CNY [1]. - The stock has increased by 3.85% over the last five trading days, but has decreased by 3.57% over the last 20 days, and increased by 19.61% over the last 60 days [2]. Group 2: Financial Performance - For the period from January to September 2025, JiuFeng Energy reported a revenue of 15.608 billion CNY, a year-on-year decrease of 8.45%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 1.241 billion CNY, down 19.13% year-on-year [2]. - The company has distributed a total of 1.856 billion CNY in dividends since its A-share listing, with 1.666 billion CNY distributed over the past three years [3]. Group 3: Shareholder Information - As of September 30, 2025, JiuFeng Energy had 19,800 shareholders, a decrease of 1.95% from the previous period, with an average of 34,185 circulating shares per shareholder, an increase of 5.04% [2]. - Among the top ten circulating shareholders, the Southern Military Industry Reform Flexible Allocation Mixed A Fund is the newest shareholder, holding 6.1408 million shares [3].

Group 1 - The company reported a total revenue of 15.6 billion yuan for Q3 2025, a year-on-year decrease of 8%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 1.2 billion yuan, down 19% year-on-year [1] - In Q3, the company achieved a single-quarter revenue of 5.2 billion yuan, a year-on-year decline of 10%, but a quarter-on-quarter increase of 5%; the single-quarter net profit was 400 million yuan, down 11% year-on-year, but up 7% quarter-on-quarter [1] - The LNG business showed good development, while the LPG business was impacted by extreme weather and maintenance activities, with an estimated total impact of approximately 97 million yuan [1] Group 2 - The company plans to invest up to 3.455 billion yuan in the second phase of the coal-to-gas project in Xinjiang, which is expected to produce 5.5 billion cubic meters of natural gas annually [2] - Upon completion, the project is anticipated to generate sales revenue of approximately 7.3 billion yuan and a total profit of about 1.5 billion yuan [2] - The company expects to accelerate the promotion of the Xinjiang coal-to-gas project and finalize the construction of the Huizhou LPG storage base to support long-term high-quality development and performance growth [2] Group 3 - The company's net profit forecasts for 2025, 2026, and 2027 are projected to be 1.576 billion yuan, 1.880 billion yuan, and 2.153 billion yuan, respectively [2] - The coal-to-gas layout is expected to open up medium to long-term growth opportunities for the company [2]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" and is maintained [9]. Core Views - The company reported a revenue of 15.608 billion yuan for the first three quarters of 2025, a decrease of 8.5% year-on-year, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 1.241 billion yuan, down 19.1% year-on-year. In the third quarter alone, revenue was 5.180 billion yuan, a decrease of 10.4%, with a net profit of 380 million yuan, down 11% year-on-year. The LPG business profits were impacted by typhoons and maintenance, but significant improvement is expected in the fourth quarter due to the arrival of the natural gas peak season and the completion of tank maintenance [2][7][14]. - The company plans to invest in a coal-to-gas project in Xinjiang, which will enhance its upstream gas source layout. The project has a total investment of 23.033 billion yuan, with the company expected to contribute up to 3.455 billion yuan, aiming to secure 50% equity in the project, which will produce 2 billion cubic meters of natural gas annually [2][14]. Summary by Sections Financial Performance - For the first three quarters of 2025, the company achieved a total revenue of 15.608 billion yuan, a decrease of 8.5% year-on-year, and a net profit of 1.241 billion yuan, down 19.1%. The third quarter alone saw a revenue of 5.180 billion yuan, a decrease of 10.4%, and a net profit of 380 million yuan, down 11% year-on-year [2][7][14]. Business Outlook - The fourth quarter is expected to show significant improvement due to the recovery of domestic natural gas prices and the completion of tank maintenance. The LPG business is anticipated to see a steady increase in sales, and the impact of extreme weather has ended [14]. Dividend Policy - The company has a cash dividend plan for 2024-2026, with fixed cash dividends of 750 million, 850 million, and 1 billion yuan respectively, along with a dual-layer dividend model of "fixed cash dividend + special cash dividend" [14]. Investment Projects - The company is investing in a coal-to-gas project in Xinjiang, which is expected to produce 4 billion cubic meters of natural gas annually. The project has a total investment of 23.033 billion yuan, with the company contributing up to 3.455 billion yuan [14]. Earnings Forecast - The expected EPS for 2025-2027 is 2.24 yuan, 2.60 yuan, and 3.04 yuan respectively, with corresponding PE ratios of 14.61X, 12.60X, and 10.76X [14].

Market Overview - The gas sector experienced a decline of 0.35% on November 7, with ST Jinhong leading the losses [1] - The Shanghai Composite Index closed at 3997.56, down 0.25%, while the Shenzhen Component Index closed at 13404.06, down 0.36% [1] Individual Stock Performance - Notable gainers in the gas sector included: - Chongqing Gas (600917) with a closing price of 6.25, up 4.17% and a trading volume of 385,400 shares [1] - Delong Huineng (000593) closed at 10.12, up 3.27% with a trading volume of 460,300 shares [1] - Xinjiang Torch (603080) closed at 24.55, up 1.32% with a trading volume of 73,400 shares [1] - Major decliners included: - ST Jinwan (000669) closed at 3.27, down 4.39% with a trading volume of 178,000 shares [2] - Fuan Energy (002911) closed at 13.00, down 4.13% with a trading volume of 269,700 shares [2] - Shandong Public Utilities (600635) closed at 6.60, down 2.22% with a trading volume of 1,488,300 shares [2] Capital Flow Analysis - The gas sector saw a net outflow of 232 million yuan from main funds, while retail investors contributed a net inflow of 219 million yuan [2] - The main funds' net inflow for specific stocks included: - Delong Huineng with a net inflow of 41.17 million yuan [3] - Chongqing Gas with a net inflow of 22.81 million yuan [3] - Conversely, significant outflows were observed in: - Chongqing Gas with a net outflow of 31.43 million yuan from retail investors [3] - Delong Huineng with a net outflow of 45.60 million yuan from retail investors [3]

Group 1 - The company has initiated a share repurchase plan to enhance its market value and respond to market fluctuations, reflecting confidence in its long-term sustainable development [1][2] - The repurchase plan was approved by the board and aims to address the discrepancy between the company's stock price and its intrinsic value, which the board believes is not adequately reflected in the current market [2][3] - The company has successfully repurchased a total of 627.89 million shares, representing 0.90% of its total share capital, with a total expenditure of approximately RMB 186.64 million [3][4] Group 2 - The repurchase activity is in compliance with relevant regulations and the company's disclosed repurchase plan, ensuring transparency and adherence to legal requirements [4][5] - The company will continue to monitor market conditions and make repurchase decisions accordingly, committing to timely information disclosure regarding the progress of the share repurchase [5][6]

Core Viewpoint - Jiufeng Energy announced a share buyback plan, indicating a strategic move to enhance shareholder value and confidence in the company's future performance [2] Group 1 - As of October 31, 2025, the company has repurchased a total of 6.2789 million shares [2] - The repurchased shares account for 0.90% of the company's total share capital [2]