Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Overweight" rating for the power equipment sector [6] Core Insights - The report highlights new opportunities in the photovoltaic industry driven by space solar power initiatives and rising prices of battery components [1][17] - It emphasizes the importance of supply-side reforms and technological advancements in creating long-term growth opportunities within the industry [1][19] - The report identifies key companies to watch in various segments, including supply chain price increases, new technology growth, and perovskite solar cell developments [1][19][21] Summary by Sections Photovoltaics - The price of multi-crystalline silicon n-type raw materials remains stable, with an average transaction price of 59,200 RMB per ton [17] - N-type battery cell prices have increased to 0.42 RMB per watt, with a price range of 0.40-0.43 RMB per watt [17] - The report notes that rising silver prices have led to increased component costs, with distributed component prices now ranging from 0.70 to 0.80 RMB per watt [17] - SpaceX and Tesla plan to achieve a combined solar manufacturing capacity of 200GW annually in the U.S. within three years, with 40GW dedicated to space solar power [1][18] - Key companies to focus on include Tongwei Co., GCL-Poly, LONGi Green Energy, JA Solar, and Trina Solar for supply-side reform opportunities [1][19] Wind Power & Grid - The Netherlands will launch a 1GW offshore wind project tender in September 2026, with a subsidy budget of approximately 32.45 billion RMB [19][20] - Turkey plans to initiate its first offshore wind tender by the end of 2026, aiming for 5GW of installed capacity by 2035 [19][20] - Southern Power Grid has set a fixed asset investment of 180 billion RMB for 2026, focusing on new power system construction and strategic emerging industries [20] - Companies to watch include Goldwind, Yunda, Mingyang Smart Energy, and Sany Heavy Energy in the wind turbine sector [20] Hydrogen Energy - A ceremony for the operation of 300 hydrogen fuel heavy trucks was recently held, showcasing advancements in hydrogen energy technology [3][21] - The trucks are equipped with a 130kW fuel cell system and can achieve a range of over 600 kilometers [3][21] - Key companies in this sector include Shuangliang Energy, Huadian Heavy Industry, and Shenghui Technology [3][21] Energy Storage - The report forecasts that new energy storage installations in China will reach 58.6GW/175.3GWh in 2025, a year-on-year increase of 38%/60% [4][22] - The average bid price for 2-hour energy storage systems is projected to be 0.55 RMB/Wh in 2025, down 16.9% from 2024 [4][22] - Companies to focus on include Sungrow Power, Canadian Solar, and Kehua Data for large-scale energy storage opportunities [4][22] New Energy Vehicles - CATL launched the "Tianxing II" series solutions for light commercial vehicles, including the industry's first intelligent battery management application [5][27] - The solutions cater to various scenarios, including high-frequency urban distribution and extreme temperature conditions [5][27] - Key companies in the battery sector include CATL, Penghui Energy, and Guoxuan High-Tech [5][29]

Group 1 - The Shanghai Stock Exchange (SSE) reported that from January 19 to 23, it took self-regulatory measures against 152 cases of abnormal trading behaviors, including price manipulation and false declarations [1] - The SSE focused on monitoring stocks with significant volatility, such as *ST Zhengping, *ST Yazhen, Guosheng Technology, Tiangpu Co., and Shangwei New Materials, and conducted special investigations on 20 major corporate events, reporting 3 suspected illegal cases to the China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) [1] - The Shenzhen Stock Exchange (SZSE) took self-regulatory measures against 326 cases of abnormal trading behaviors during the same period, involving price manipulation and false declarations [1] Group 2 - The SZSE specifically monitored *ST Lifang and *ST Changyao, which are under investigation by the CSRC for suspected false financial reporting, and conducted investigations on 6 major corporate events, reporting 1 suspected illegal case to the CSRC [1] - The Beijing Stock Exchange (BSE) continued to monitor the delisting risk warning stock "*ST Yunchuang" and took self-regulatory measures against 17 cases of abnormal trading behaviors, including price manipulation and false declarations [1] - The BSE also conducted a special investigation on 1 major corporate event during this period [1]

Investment Rating - The report indicates a positive outlook for the power equipment industry, particularly in the renewable energy sector, with significant investments and technological advancements expected to drive growth [1][2][4]. Core Insights - The report highlights that the State Grid's investment during the "14th Five-Year Plan" period is projected to reach 4 trillion yuan, marking a 40% increase compared to the previous plan [2]. - The report emphasizes the stability in polysilicon prices and the continuous rise in battery component prices, with N-type battery prices increasing to 0.40 yuan per watt [15][16]. - The report identifies three key areas of focus: supply-side reform leading to price increases in the industry chain, long-term growth opportunities from new technologies, and industrialization opportunities from perovskite GW-level layouts [16]. Summary by Sections 1. New Energy Generation 1.1 Photovoltaics - Polysilicon prices remain stable, while battery component prices are on the rise, with N-type battery prices reaching an average of 0.40 yuan per watt [15]. - The report notes that leading component companies are responding to industry self-discipline by raising component prices, with distributed sales prices reaching 0.72 yuan per watt [15][16]. - Key companies to watch include Tongwei Co., GCL-Poly, LONGi Green Energy, JA Solar, and Trina Solar [16]. 1.2 Wind Power & Grid - The UK AR7 offshore wind auction results exceeded expectations, with a total scale of approximately 8.4GW, validating the upward trend in European offshore wind [17]. - The State Grid's investment is expected to enhance transmission capacity significantly, addressing bottlenecks in renewable energy delivery [18]. - Companies to focus on include Goldwind, Yunda Wind Power, Mingyang Smart Energy, and Sany Heavy Energy [18]. 1.3 Hydrogen & Energy Storage - By 2025, the production and sales of fuel cell vehicles in China are projected to reach 7,797 units, reflecting a 44% year-on-year increase [20]. - The report anticipates that new energy storage installations will reach 58.6GW/175.3GWh by 2025, with significant growth expected in the energy storage sector [21]. - Key players in the hydrogen sector include Shuangliang Energy, Huadian Heavy Industries, and Shenghui Technology [20]. 2. New Energy Vehicles - Solid-state batteries are gaining traction, with several automakers making progress towards mass production by 2026 [29]. - Companies such as BYD, Changan Automobile, and Chery are expected to achieve significant milestones in solid-state battery technology [29]. - The report suggests monitoring companies like Xiamen Tungsten, Hailiang Co., and Nanjing Advanced Lithium Battery [29]. 3. Industry Trends - The report notes a 0.4% increase in the new energy equipment sector from January 12 to January 16, 2026, with a cumulative increase of 5.3% since the beginning of the year [12]. - The photovoltaic equipment sector saw a 3.52% increase, while the wind power equipment sector experienced a decline of 1.28% during the same period [13].

Market Performance - Pinduoduo concept stocks fell by 4.03%, ranking among the top declines in the concept sector as of January 15 [1] - Within the sector, stocks like Guangyun Technology and Zhidema experienced a 20% limit down, while stocks such as Kaichun Co., Yiwang Yichuang, and Zhaochi Co. also saw significant declines [1] Sector Overview - The top-performing concept sectors included photoresist (+2.83%), SMIC concept (+2.59%), and storage chips (+2.33%), while the Pinduoduo concept was among the worst performers at -4.03% [2] - The Pinduoduo concept saw a net outflow of 1.425 billion yuan, with 31 stocks experiencing net outflows, and 6 stocks exceeding 100 million yuan in outflows [2] Fund Flow Analysis - The stock with the highest net outflow was Kuaijingtong, with a net outflow of 256.95 million yuan, followed by Zhidema and Zhaochi Co. with outflows of 243.05 million yuan and 182.79 million yuan respectively [3] - Notable stocks with net inflows included Yilv Media (+51.07 million yuan), Eastern Airlines Logistics (+20.80 million yuan), and Zhongyou Technology (+19.80 million yuan) [2][3]

Market Overview - The other power equipment sector declined by 0.94% on January 15, with Zhongheng Electric leading the drop [1] - The Shanghai Composite Index closed at 4112.6, down 0.33%, while the Shenzhen Component Index closed at 14306.73, up 0.41% [1] Stock Performance - Notable gainers in the other power equipment sector included: - Haida Feiying (688411) with a closing price of 256.10, up 8.85% and a trading volume of 84,000 shares, totaling 2.109 billion yuan [1] - Kewell (688551) closed at 40.52, up 2.32% with a trading volume of 14,700 shares, totaling 59.0636 million yuan [1] - Keda Power (002518) closed at 52.99, up 2.10% with a trading volume of 143,600 shares, totaling 761 million yuan [1] - Major decliners included: - Zhongheng Electric (002364) closed at 32.34, down 7.76% with a trading volume of 647,600 shares, totaling 2.112 billion yuan [2] - Aike Cyber (688719) closed at 53.31, down 6.87% with a trading volume of 59,700 shares, totaling 318 million yuan [2] - KOTAI Power (300153) closed at 33.34, down 3.53% with a trading volume of 205,600 shares, totaling 688 million yuan [2] Capital Flow - The other power equipment sector experienced a net outflow of 1.557 billion yuan from institutional investors, while retail investors saw a net inflow of 1.128 billion yuan [2] - Notable capital flows included: - Keda Power (002518) had a net inflow of 77.6241 million yuan from institutional investors, but a net outflow of 40.0956 million yuan from retail investors [3] - Aike Cyber (688719) saw a net inflow of 33.8250 million yuan from institutional investors, but a significant net outflow of 35.7412 million yuan from retail investors [3] - Power Source (600405) had a net inflow of 18.7431 million yuan from institutional investors, with a net outflow of 17.6112 million yuan from retail investors [3]

Core Insights - The fundamental driver of AI power supply solutions is the continuous improvement in single-chip and single-cabinet power levels, with companies like NVIDIA leading the charge in upgrading their AI chips [1] - The power of AI data centers in North America is projected to reach 71GW by 2028, driven by advancements in multi-chip designs such as NVL72 from NVIDIA and Superpod from Google [1] Group 1: Power Supply Evolution - The main directions for AIDC power supply iteration are high power, high voltage, and direct current, with NVIDIA's white paper outlining a clear path from AC to 800V DC solutions [2] - The OCP organization has established ±400V power supply standards, aiming for MW-level cabinet power through direct current supply [2] Group 2: Technological Changes and Growth - The evolution of power supply solutions has led to the development of integrated devices like HVDC Sidecar and SST hosts, which can perform multiple functions such as voltage reduction and power quality improvement [3] - Key challenges in R&D include power conversion modules and high-frequency isolation transformers, with third-generation wide bandgap semiconductors like SiC and GaN being crucial for achieving high voltage and efficiency [3] Group 3: Investment Opportunities - Four key areas for investment consideration include AIDC power hosts (PSU, HVDC, SST), with companies like Sungrow Power (300274.SZ) and Megmeet (002851.SZ) being notable mentions [4] - Energy storage solutions at the station level are highlighted, with companies such as Sungrow Power and Fluence Energy (FLNC.US) being potential investment targets [4] - Core incremental components like solid-state circuit breakers and electronic fuses are also identified, with companies like Liyang Technology (002706.SZ) and Vicor Corporation (VICR.US) being recommended [4] - Third-generation semiconductors like GaN and SiC are emphasized as critical components for future developments [4]

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is positive, indicating an overweight outlook for the AIDC sector, suggesting it will outperform the overall market [8]. Core Insights - The AIDC industry is expected to experience significant breakthroughs in computing power, models, and applications in 2026, with domestic computing power transitioning from usable to highly effective [2]. - The demand from cloud vendors remains strong, with a notable increase in IDC orders expected to be fulfilled by mid-2026, indicating a robust growth trajectory for cloud computing infrastructure [2]. - The supply side faces challenges due to the scarcity of effective supply, as the government emphasizes orderly guidance and efficient construction of intelligent computing centers [2]. Summary by Sections Demand Side - Cloud vendors are expected to have high demand for IDC, with orders from Q1 2025 anticipated to be deployed by Q2-Q3 2026, necessitating significant capital investment [2]. - The new round of IDC bidding has commenced, with an accelerated delivery schedule expected [2]. Supply Side - The government is focusing on optimizing the layout of intelligent computing resources, which will create a balanced supply-demand situation in the long term [2]. - There is a noted expectation for supply of supporting equipment, such as UPS and HVDC systems, to meet the needs of AIDC construction [2]. Key Companies - Key players in the industry include leading IDC companies like Runze Technology and Dongyangguang, as well as emerging companies like Aofei Data and Guanghuan New Network [2]. - Companies providing essential supply and cooling solutions, such as Kehua Data and Zhongheng Electric, are also highlighted as important players [2].

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Overweight," indicating a positive outlook for the IDC/Intelligent Computing Center sector [2]. Core Insights - The report highlights a consensus among AI industry leaders that domestic technology companies are transitioning from followers to leaders in global AI technology [2]. - Significant breakthroughs are expected in 2026 across multiple dimensions, including computing power, models, and applications, with a notable improvement in the usability of domestic computing power [2]. - The IDC sector is anticipated to undergo major changes in 2026, driven by the demand from cloud vendors and the need for efficient computing resources [2]. - The report emphasizes the scarcity of effective supply in the market, with government policies shifting focus from broad construction to orderly guidance and efficient resource allocation [2]. - Key companies identified for investment include leading IDC firms and those in the supply chain for power distribution and temperature control [2]. Summary by Sections Demand Side - High demand from cloud vendors is expected, with a significant number of IDC orders anticipated to be deployed by mid-2026 [2]. - The necessity for cloud vendors to secure quality assets for sustainable computing power supply is highlighted [2]. Supply Side - The report notes a strong scarcity of "effective supply," with government initiatives aimed at optimizing the layout of intelligent computing resources [2]. - The need for supporting equipment such as UPS/HVDC and liquid cooling systems is emphasized due to the redundancy requirements in power supply [2]. Key Companies - Core players in the IDC sector include Runze Technology, Dongyangguang, and Baoxin Software, among others [3]. - Companies with flexible demand and strong client ties, such as Dawi Technology and Aofei Data, are also highlighted as potential investment opportunities [2].

Core Viewpoint - Zhongheng Electric's stock price has shown significant volatility, with a year-to-date increase of 22.62% and a recent drop of 2.02% on January 14, 2025, indicating potential market fluctuations and investor sentiment [1][2]. Financial Performance - For the period from January to September 2025, Zhongheng Electric reported a revenue of 1.418 billion yuan, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 20.29%. However, the net profit attributable to shareholders decreased by 15.59% to 72.5731 million yuan [2]. - The company has distributed a total of 527 million yuan in dividends since its A-share listing, with 84.3543 million yuan distributed over the past three years [3]. Stock Market Activity - As of January 14, 2025, Zhongheng Electric's stock was trading at 32.42 yuan per share, with a market capitalization of 18.271 billion yuan. The trading volume was 502 million yuan, with a turnover rate of 2.72% [1]. - The stock has experienced a 31.84% increase over the past 20 trading days and a 19.90% increase over the past 60 days, indicating strong short-term performance [1]. Shareholder Structure - As of September 30, 2025, the number of shareholders increased to 77,100, with an average of 7,243 circulating shares per person, a decrease of 2.64% from the previous period [2]. - Notable changes in the top ten circulating shareholders include new entries such as Caitong Asset Management and Morgan Stanley Digital Economy Mixed Fund, while some previous shareholders have exited [3]. Business Overview - Zhongheng Electric, established on July 11, 2001, specializes in the research, production, and sales of high-frequency switch power supply systems, with key revenue contributions from data center power supplies (45.66%), power operation power supply systems (19.60%), and communication power supply systems (19.22%) [1]. - The company operates within the electric power equipment sector, focusing on various concepts such as smart grids, fast charging, third-generation semiconductors, solar energy, and virtual power plants [2].

Group 1 - Guodian NARI (600406) is a state-owned enterprise based in Nanjing, recognized as a benchmark for scientific reform among central enterprises, with a strong research and development system and significant achievements in grid technology [1] - The company has a market share of over 75% in dispatch automation systems and over 50% in UHV converter valves, with its products addressing grid stability issues caused by renewable energy generation [1] - The demand for AI computing power and electricity is driving the construction of new power systems, and the company is expanding its overseas business, exporting products like distribution transformers to multiple countries [1] Group 2 - Suyuan Electric (002028) is a comprehensive supplier of power transmission and distribution based in Shanghai, focusing on UHV and energy storage sectors, and is the largest manufacturer of high-voltage packages and coils in China [2] - The company expects 60% of its overseas revenue in 2024 to come from transformers, with overseas orders growing over 50% and a remarkable 89% growth in the first half of 2025 [2] - The surge in demand for high-voltage transmission and distribution equipment driven by AI computing centers and new energy projects presents significant growth opportunities for the company [2] Group 3 - China XD Electric (601179) is a state-owned enterprise based in Xi'an, specializing in high and ultra-high voltage transformers and power transmission and distribution equipment, capable of producing products across a voltage range of 10kV to 1000kV [3] - The company has a significant market share in UHV projects and has seen an increase in exports to Europe, with its technology reaching international advanced levels [3] - The demand for UHV technology is increasing due to the need for long-distance power transmission, and the company is well-positioned to meet both domestic and international market needs [3] Group 4 - Baobian Electric (600550) is a core supplier of UHV DC transformers based in Baoding, with a strong position in high-end transformers and a market share of 30% in UHV products [4] - The company has unique technologies that reduce material costs and has participated in major projects, exporting to over 40 countries [4] - The urgent demand for high-reliability transformers driven by AI computing centers and new energy power stations positions the company to benefit from both domestic and international projects [4] Group 5 - Jinpan Technology (688676) is a leading global manufacturer of dry-type transformers based in Haikou, focusing on wind and solar energy applications, with 98% of its products supporting renewable energy [5] - The company has a significant order backlog of 2.85 billion yuan for 2025, reflecting a substantial year-on-year growth of 180% [5] - The increasing demand for efficient dry-type transformers from AI computing centers and the proliferation of renewable energy generation presents a strong growth opportunity for the company [5] Group 6 - Mingyang Electric (301291) is a leader in offshore wind power transformers based in Zhongshan, specializing in dry-type transformers and prefabricated substations [6] - The company has developed products that meet the extreme conditions of offshore environments and is expected to achieve significant sales in North America by 2026 [6] - The growing demand for offshore wind power and the urgent need for grid upgrades in North America provide ample order support for the company [6] Group 7 - Teruid (300001) is a pioneer in outdoor box-type power equipment based in Qingdao, recognized as a champion enterprise in manufacturing [7] - The company has a complete technology system for modular prefabricated substations and has a leading market share in the new energy sector [7] - The demand for modular products from AI computing centers and the need for grid upgrades position the company to capture significant market growth [7] Group 8 - XJ Electric (000400) is a high-tech enterprise based in Xuchang, focusing on UHV and smart grid technologies, with a comprehensive industrial chain covering all aspects of power transmission and distribution [8] - The company has participated in all domestic UHV DC transmission projects and has a strong patent portfolio [8] - The growth in AI computing and electricity demand is accelerating the construction of smart grids, providing competitive advantages for the company [8] Group 9 - Sifang Co., Ltd. (601126) is based in Beijing and has a strong advantage in smart distribution networks, providing a full range of products for self-healing control and primary and secondary integration [9] - The company has implemented its products in over 30 provinces and cities, significantly improving efficiency in power distribution [9] - The demand for reliable power supply from AI computing centers and the ongoing digital transformation of distribution networks present broad development opportunities for the company [9] Group 10 - Samsung Medical (601567) is based in Ningbo and operates in both smart power distribution and medical services, covering a wide range of products in the power equipment sector [10] - The company has established manufacturing bases in multiple locations and has a marketing presence in over 70 countries [10] - The construction of AI computing centers and new energy projects requires substantial power distribution equipment, positioning the company to benefit from global demand growth [10]