Investment Rating - The investment rating for the transportation industry is "Positive" (maintained) [5] Core Views - The express logistics sector is experiencing a price recovery trend, supported by regulatory measures against unhealthy competition, particularly in Zhejiang province, which accounted for 16.9% of national express business volume in H1 2025 [5] - Zhongtong Express reported a 26.8% year-on-year decline in adjusted net profit for Q2 2025, influenced by price competition, despite a revenue increase of 10.3% to 11.83 billion yuan [6] - The air transport sector is expected to benefit from macroeconomic recovery, with a long-term supply-demand imbalance favoring price increases, while short-term booking data shows signs of improvement [17] - The shipping industry is projected to see a boost in oil transportation due to OPEC+ production increases and a favorable interest rate environment, with specific companies recommended for investment [18] Summary by Sections Express Logistics - The express logistics sector is seeing a robust demand, with a total of 164 billion packages delivered in July 2025, marking a 15.1% year-on-year increase [27] - Major express companies like YTO Express and SF Express are showing significant growth in business volume, with SF Express achieving a 33.69% increase in July [7][27] Air Transport - In July 2025, civil aviation achieved a passenger transport volume of 71.82 million, a 3.9% increase year-on-year, and a cargo volume of 86.7 thousand tons, up 15.3% [11][57] - The overall seat occupancy rate for major airlines was 83.06%, slightly down from the previous month [60] Shipping and Ports - The shipping sector is experiencing fluctuations, with the BDTI index for oil transportation showing resilience amid geopolitical uncertainties [13][18] - China's port cargo throughput decreased by 2.82% to 26.135 million tons in the week of August 11-17, 2025 [81] Road and Rail - In July 2025, road freight volume increased by 3.28% to 36.99 billion tons, while rail freight volume rose by 3.35% to 4.52 billion tons [47]

Summary of Key Points from the Conference Call on China's Express Delivery Industry Industry Overview - The conference call focused on the express delivery industry in China, specifically discussing the impact of "anti-involution" policies on pricing and profitability within the sector [3][4]. Core Insights 1. **Price Increases in Key Regions** - Express delivery prices have risen in key regions, with Yiwu seeing an increase of RMB0.1 per parcel in July 2025. The current price for a 0.1 kg parcel is above RMB1.2. In Guangdong, prices for 0.1 kg parcels have risen to RMB1.45-1.55, with regular parcels increasing by RMB0.2-0.3 and discount parcels by approximately RMB0.6 [3]. 2. **Impact of Anti-Involution Policies** - The implementation of anti-involution policies has led to stronger price hikes in Guangdong, a key region for express delivery. However, many franchisees may still be operating at a loss due to high operating costs [3]. 3. **New Social Security Regulations** - New regulations effective from September 1, 2025, mandate that employers cannot opt out of social security payments, which will increase costs for express delivery companies by more than RMB0.1 per parcel. This is expected to further support price hikes in the industry [4]. 4. **Rising Delivery Costs** - The expert noted that the mandatory social insurance expenses and long-standing price competition have suppressed delivery fees, affecting couriers' income. The trend of rising delivery fees is also observed in Eastern and Northern China [4]. 5. **Profitability Concerns** - Despite price increases, the expert expressed concerns that the express delivery industry chain may struggle to maintain profitability due to increased mandatory costs. If these costs are passed on to consumers, delivery prices may rise further [4]. Investment Recommendations 1. **Preferred Companies** - The report recommends investing in STO and Yunda, both rated as "Buy" due to their higher earnings resilience. Target prices remain unchanged [5]. 2. **Other Ratings** - YTO and SF Holding-A/H also maintain "Buy" ratings with unchanged target prices. Conversely, Deppon Logistics is rated "Reduce" due to high valuation concerns [5]. Additional Insights - The expert highlighted that the express delivery market is characterized by intense competition, with 30% of the market being low-priced tickets and 7-11% being discount-priced tickets in Guangdong [3]. - The report anticipates more regional policy tailwinds that could drive further re-rating of express delivery companies [5]. This summary encapsulates the key points discussed during the conference call, providing insights into the current state and future outlook of the express delivery industry in China.

Key Takeaways from the Conference Call Industry Overview - The report focuses on the **China Express** industry, specifically analyzing the performance of major players in the express delivery market for July 2025 [1][6]. Market Share and Volume - **SF Express** led the market with a **34% YoY volume growth**, followed by **YTO Express** at **21% YoY**. In contrast, **STO Express** and **Yunda** experienced lower growth rates of **12%** and **8% YoY**, respectively, resulting in a loss of market share of **0.4ppt** and **0.9ppt** [2][11]. - **Yunda** continues to lag behind **STO** in both volume and revenue metrics [11]. Revenue Performance - **SF Express** achieved a **15% YoY growth** in domestic express revenue, outperforming **YTO** and **STO**, which recorded **12%** and **10% YoY growth**, respectively. **Yunda** underperformed with only **4% YoY revenue growth**, significantly below the industry average of **9% YoY** [3][11]. - Total revenue for **SF Express** grew by **10% YoY**, despite a **3% YoY drop** in international and supply chain revenue due to trade tensions and declining shipping rates [3]. Average Selling Price (ASP) Trends - The ASP for **SF Express** dropped by **14% YoY** in July, with **YTO** seeing a **7%** decrease, **Yunda** at **4%**, and **STO** at **2%**. **Yunda** maintained the lowest ASP among its peers [4][11]. - On a month-over-month basis, **SF** and **STO** both saw a **1%** decline in ASP, while **YTO** reached a new low in July [4]. Financial Metrics Summary (July 2025) | Metric | SF | Yunda | STO | YTO | Industry | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Revenue (Rmb mn) | 18,657 | 4,120 | 4,287 | 5,371 | 120,640 | | YoY Revenue Growth | 15.0% | 3.8% | 10.0% | 12.1% | 8.9% | | Volume (mn) | 1,377 | 2,162 | 2,181 | 2,583 | 16,400 | | YoY Volume Growth | 33.7% | 7.6% | 11.9% | 20.8% | 15.1% | | Market Share | 8.4% | 13.2% | 13.3% | 15.8% | nm | | YoY Market Share Change | 1.2ppt | -0.9ppt | -0.4ppt | 0.8ppt | nm | | ASP (Rmb) | 13.55 | 1.91 | 1.97 | 2.08 | 7.36 | | YoY ASP Change | -14.0% | -3.5% | -1.5% | -7.2% | -5.3% | | MoM ASP Change | -0.9% | -0.2% | -1.1% | -1.2% | -1.7% | [5] Additional Insights - The overall market dynamics indicate that smaller players like **STO** and **Yunda** are struggling to maintain their market positions, while **SF Express** continues to show robust growth despite external challenges [11]. - The decline in ASP across all players suggests a competitive pricing environment, particularly for **YTO**, which is aggressively pursuing market share [11]. Conclusion - The express delivery market in China is characterized by significant growth for leading players like **SF Express**, while smaller competitors face challenges in maintaining market share and revenue growth. The competitive landscape is intensifying, with pricing strategies playing a crucial role in market dynamics [11].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Positive" outlook on the shipping sector, particularly highlighting the potential for VLCC (Very Large Crude Carrier) rates to strengthen in the upcoming months [4]. Core Insights - The report indicates that tanker rates have exceeded expectations during the off-season, with VLCC rates expected to perform strongly from September to December due to reduced exports from Iran and increased production in the Middle East [4]. - The report recommends specific companies such as China Merchants Energy Shipping and highlights the potential for consolidation in the Chinese shipping industry [4]. - The report emphasizes the resilience of freight volumes in rail and highway transport, suggesting steady growth in these sectors [4]. Summary by Sections Shipping Sector - VLCC rates increased by 32% this week, reaching $45,800 per day, driven by limited supply and increased demand from the Atlantic market [4]. - The report notes that the average export volume from Iran has decreased to 1.3-1.5 million barrels per day, down from 1.7-1.9 million barrels per day in July [4]. - The Suez crude oil tanker rates rose by 15% to $59,563 per day, supported by strong demand from the West African market [4]. Dry Bulk Shipping - The Baltic Dry Index (BDI) fell by 4.9% to 1,944 points, primarily due to a decline in large vessel rates, while smaller vessels showed stronger performance [5]. - The report remains optimistic about the Capesize bulk carrier market in the second half of the year, citing expected increases in shipments from major miners [4]. Air Transport - The report suggests that the "anti-involution" policy from the Civil Aviation Administration is likely to optimize competition in the airline industry, benefiting airline profitability in the long term [4]. - Recommended airlines include China Eastern Airlines, Spring Airlines, and China Southern Airlines, with a focus on the potential for improved earnings due to supply constraints and demand recovery [4]. Express Delivery - The report anticipates a price increase in the express delivery sector driven by the "anti-involution" policy, with expectations for sustained profitability in the e-commerce delivery segment [4]. - Companies such as Shentong Express and YTO Express are highlighted as having strong potential for recovery and valuation improvement [4]. Rail and Highway Transport - Data from the Ministry of Transport indicates that rail freight volume increased by 1.22% week-on-week, while highway freight traffic rose by 3.06% [4]. - The report identifies two main investment themes in the highway sector: high dividend yield stocks and potential value recovery in undervalued stocks [4].

Core Viewpoint - Shentong Express's stock price experienced fluctuations, closing at 19.28 yuan on August 22, 2025, down 1.03% from the previous trading day [1] Company Overview - Shentong Express is one of the major express logistics service providers in China, offering services in express delivery, warehousing, and supply chain management [1] - The company has established a comprehensive logistics network across the country, providing a full range of express services to its customers [1] Market Activity - On August 22, during the morning trading session, Shentong Express's stock saw a rapid increase, with a rise of over 2% within 5 minutes and a transaction amount reaching 136 million yuan [1] - The net inflow of main funds on that day was 42.51 million yuan, with a cumulative net inflow of 395 million yuan over the past five trading days [1]

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Core Viewpoint - The article highlights a narrowing decline in express delivery prices in July, indicating a stronger-than-expected effort to combat "involution" in the industry, leading to a temporary easing of competitive pressure. The outlook remains positive for leading express delivery companies with confirmed performance growth and potential valuation recovery opportunities in e-commerce logistics [1][3][4]. Group 1: Industry Performance - In July 2025, the total express delivery volume increased by 15.1% year-on-year, with SF Express leading the growth at 33.7% [1]. - For the first seven months of 2025, the total express delivery volume reached 1,120.5 billion pieces, reflecting an 18.7% year-on-year increase, surpassing the postal administration's forecast of over 8% for the entire year [1]. - The e-commerce express delivery sector saw significant growth, with YTO, Yunda, and Shentong reporting year-on-year increases of 20.8%, 7.6%, and 11.9% respectively in July 2025 [1]. Group 2: Market Concentration - The concentration of the express delivery industry continues to increase, with the CR8 (concentration ratio of the top 8 companies) reaching 86.9 in the first seven months of 2025, up by 1.7 compared to the previous year [2]. - In Q2 2025, the market shares of leading e-commerce express companies were as follows: Zhongtong at 19.5%, YTO at 16.0%, Yunda at 13.2%, Shentong at 12.9%, and Jitu at 11.1%, all showing an increase from Q1 [2]. Group 3: Pricing and Revenue Trends - The express delivery industry's revenue in July 2025 grew by 8.9% year-on-year, while the average revenue per ticket decreased by 5.3% [3]. - For the first seven months of 2025, the industry's revenue increased by 9.9%, with a 7.4% decline in average revenue per ticket [3]. - The decline in average revenue per ticket is seen as a sign of reduced price competition, supported by regulatory efforts to combat "involution" in the industry [3]. Group 4: Investment Recommendations - The article suggests that the ongoing "anti-involution" measures will effectively ease competitive pressures in the industry, leading to a recovery in e-commerce express delivery profitability in the second half of the year [4]. - Future profitability will depend on the sustainability of price increases, with a focus on regulatory strength from the postal administration [4].

Market Overview - On August 22, the logistics sector declined by 0.49%, with Hengji Daxin leading the drop [1] - The Shanghai Composite Index closed at 3825.76, up 1.45%, while the Shenzhen Component Index closed at 12166.06, up 2.07% [1] Stock Performance - Notable gainers in the logistics sector included: - Furande (605050) with a closing price of 16.50, up 6.04% and a trading volume of 128,200 shares, totaling 205 million yuan [1] - ST Yuanshang (603813) closed at 16.13, up 5.01% with a trading volume of 4,983 shares, totaling approximately 800,000 yuan [1] - Major decliners included: - Hengji Daxin (002492) closed at 7.24, down 2.82% with a trading volume of 131,800 shares, totaling approximately 96.3 million yuan [2] - Huami Duhai (872351) closed at 29.92, down 2.54% with a trading volume of 26,700 shares, totaling approximately 80.1 million yuan [2] Capital Flow - The logistics sector experienced a net outflow of 317 million yuan from institutional investors, while retail investors saw a net inflow of 245 million yuan [2] - Notable capital flows included: - Donghang Logistics (601156) had a net inflow of 66.26 million yuan from institutional investors, but a net outflow of 46.13 million yuan from retail investors [3] - Furande (605050) saw a net inflow of 33.59 million yuan from institutional investors, with retail investors experiencing a net outflow of 12.39 million yuan [3]

国泰海通主要观点如下： 7月价格降幅收窄，快递"反内卷"力度超预期，短期竞争压力趋缓，中长期继续保障良性竞争 7月快递件量同比+15.1%;顺丰深化落实激活经营，业务量同比+33.7%，增速持续领跑 1)全行业：2025年7月全国快递企业件量164.0亿件，同比+15.1%;2025年1-7月件量1120.5亿件，同比 +18.7%。小件化趋势持续、电商促销且退换货便捷，共同驱动2025年前7个月件量增速超过邮管局对 2025年全年件量增速超8%的预测。2)电商快递：圆通/韵达/申通2025年7月业务量分别同比 +20.8%/+7.6%/+11.9%;1-7月业务量分别同比+21.6%/+15.1%/+19.3%。3)直营快递：顺丰2025年7月业务 量同比+33.7%;1-7月业务量同比+26.9%，得益于落实激活经营策略，加大对前线业务的授权与激励，顺 丰件量增速3-7月连续领跑行业。 行业集中度持续集中，头部公司Q2市场份额环比提高 2022年初到2024年末，由于政策监管下价格竞争相对温和，份额向头部集中较缓慢。1)全行业：2025年 1-7月快递行业CR8为86.9，同比提升1.7，反映出2025年 ...