Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Recommended" rating for several key companies in the power equipment and new energy sectors, including Ningde Times, Kodali, and others [5][6]. Core Insights - The power equipment and new energy sector saw a weekly increase of 0.79%, outperforming the Shanghai Composite Index, with the energy storage index showing the highest growth at 1.81% [1]. - The National Energy Administration projects a total electricity consumption of 10,368.2 billion kWh by 2025, representing a year-on-year growth of 5.0% [4][56]. - TCL Zhonghuan's strategic investment in a new energy company aims to enhance vertical integration in the photovoltaic industry, reducing costs and improving efficiency [3][37]. Summary by Sections 1. New Energy Vehicles - Hive Energy showcased three core technological breakthroughs at its sixth Battery Day, focusing on semi-solid technology, Dragon Scale 3.0 technology, and ion oscillation fast charging technology, all aimed at enhancing safety and performance [2][13][21]. 2. New Energy Generation - TCL Zhonghuan's acquisition of a new energy company is expected to optimize resources and enhance business synergy, facilitating a shift from low-level competition to value co-creation in the photovoltaic sector [3][37]. 3. Power Equipment and Industrial Control - The National Grid's "14th Five-Year Plan" anticipates a fixed asset investment of 4 trillion yuan, a 40% increase from the previous plan, to support the development of a new power system [4][56]. - The report highlights significant growth in electricity consumption across various sectors, with the service industry and residential electricity usage contributing 50% to the overall growth [4][56]. 4. Commercial Aerospace - Trina Solar set a new world record with a 886W per 3.1 m² perovskite/silicon tandem module, reinforcing its leadership in high-efficiency energy technology [5]. 5. Weekly Sector Performance - The energy storage index led the sector with a 1.81% increase, while the nuclear power index experienced the largest decline at 6.39% [1].

Core Viewpoint - The AI Fund, China New Energy Theme Mixed Fund A, reported a profit of 25.99 thousand yuan for Q4 2025, with a net asset value growth rate of 2.33% and a fund size of 11.4381 million yuan as of the end of Q4 2025 [3] Group 1: Lithium Battery Industry Outlook - The fund manager anticipates an improvement in supply and demand within the lithium battery industry over the next year, driven by a growing demand for energy storage, which now accounts for over 30% of total lithium battery demand [3] - Factors contributing to this demand include the maturation of domestic independent energy storage business models, continued growth in overseas energy storage, and the demand from AI data centers in the U.S. [3] - On the supply side, the expansion capacity and willingness in the upstream resources and midstream materials of lithium may be limited due to a prolonged period of declining profits over the past three years [3] - The industry is expected to enter a profit-up cycle, particularly in segments with hard supply gaps, such as lithium hexafluorophosphate and lithium ore, which may exhibit significant price and profit elasticity [3] Group 2: Power Supply and Equipment Demand - Domestic power supply and equipment are likely to benefit from global electricity supply bottlenecks, driven by large-scale construction of AI data centers and re-industrialization [4] - The demand for flexible power sources (e.g., gas turbines, energy storage systems) and electrical equipment (e.g., transformers) is expected to rise due to challenges in global electricity supply [4] - As overall power generation shifts from low-speed growth to rapid development, domestic companies may leverage capacity support, responsiveness, and cost advantages to penetrate the global supply chain and achieve rapid profit growth [4] Group 3: Solid-State Battery Technology - Solid-state batteries are recognized as a long-term important direction for lithium battery iteration, despite recent stock performance not outperforming benchmarks due to the lengthy industrialization cycle and potential short-term setbacks [4] - The solid-state battery sector is viewed as a long-term trend with significant growth potential, with leading domestic and international battery manufacturers increasing R&D investments in this area [4] - There may be opportunities for new companies to emerge in the equipment and materials segments as the industry grows, and the fund is considering increasing its focus and allocation towards solid-state battery technology [4] Group 4: Fund Holdings Concentration - As of the end of Q4 2025, the fund has a high concentration of holdings, with the top ten stocks including Yangguang Electric, CATL, Yahua Group, Kodali, Zhongmin Resources, Tianci Materials, Guocheng Mining, Fosptech, Zhenhua Co., and Siyuan Electric [4]

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Overweight," indicating that the industry index is expected to outperform the market index by more than 10% over the next six months [5]. Core Insights - In December 2025, the production and sales of new energy vehicles (NEVs) and batteries showed year-on-year growth but a month-on-month decline, primarily due to consumer hesitation during a subsidy policy gap [4]. - The penetration rate of NEVs reached 52.3% in December, a decrease of 0.9 percentage points month-on-month, while the annual penetration rate for 2025 was 47.9%, an increase of 7 percentage points year-on-year [4]. - The battery production and sales in December 2025 saw significant growth, with production at 201.7 GWh (up 14.4% month-on-month, 62.1% year-on-year) and sales at 199.3 GWh (up 11.1% month-on-month, 57.5% year-on-year) [4]. - The demand for power batteries is expected to weaken in the short term due to the traditional off-season for the NEV market and adjustments in the vehicle purchase tax [4]. - The solid-state battery industry is progressing towards commercialization, which will create incremental demand for materials and equipment in the industry chain [4]. Summary by Sections New Energy Vehicle Market - December 2025 saw NEV production and sales of 171.8 million and 171 million units, respectively, with year-on-year growth of 12.3% and 7.2%, but month-on-month declines of 8.6% and 6.2% [4]. - For the entire year of 2025, NEV production and sales reached 16.626 million and 16.49 million units, with year-on-year growth of 29% and 28.2% [4]. Battery Production and Sales - In December 2025, the production of power and energy storage batteries was 201.7 GWh, with a year-on-year increase of 62.1% [4]. - The sales of power batteries accounted for 72.1% of total sales, with a month-on-month increase of 7.3% and a year-on-year increase of 49.2% [4]. Export and Market Dynamics - Battery exports in December 2025 reached 32.6 GWh, with a year-on-year increase of 49.2% [4]. - The report anticipates stable demand in the energy storage market and potential short-term support for demand due to adjustments in export tax policies [4]. Investment Recommendations - The report suggests focusing on the recovery pace of the industry chain and prioritizing sectors benefiting from solid-state battery advancements, including core materials and equipment [4]. - Key stocks to watch include CATL, EVE Energy, and others listed in the report [4].

Market Overview - The battery sector experienced a decline of 0.38% on the previous trading day, with Huasheng Lithium leading the drop [1] - The Shanghai Composite Index closed at 4126.09, down 0.31%, while the Shenzhen Component Index closed at 14248.6, up 0.56% [1] Top Gainers in Battery Sector - Yihuatong (688339) saw a closing price of 32.22, with a significant increase of 12.50% and a trading volume of 265,400 shares, totaling a transaction value of 848 million [1] - Fulim Precision (300432) closed at 20.17, up 7.92%, with a trading volume of 2,140,700 shares [1] - Xianhui Technology (688155) closed at 77.32, increasing by 6.35% with a trading volume of 77,000 shares [1] Top Losers in Battery Sector - Washington Electric (688353) closed at 104.69, down 5.67%, with a trading volume of 119,700 shares and a transaction value of 128 million [2] - Tianji Co. (002759) closed at 42.42, decreasing by 3.83% with a trading volume of 895,600 shares [2] - Daoshi Technology (300409) closed at 33.30, down 3.06%, with a trading volume of 1,703,200 shares [2] Capital Flow Analysis - The battery sector saw a net outflow of 2.89 billion in main funds, while retail investors had a net inflow of 2.93 billion [2] - The main funds showed a net inflow in several companies, including 32.5 million in Xianhui Technology (300450) and 181 million in Penghui Energy (300438) [3] - Retail investors had significant net inflows in companies like Yihuatong (688339) and Fulim Precision (300432), indicating a shift in investor sentiment [3]

Core Insights - The AI industry is experiencing historic development opportunities, with the energy storage sector transforming from a marginal support role to a core engine for stable power supply in the AI era [1] - By 2026, the energy storage industry is expected to enter a historic opportunity period characterized by large-scale and high profitability, driven by policy marketization, technological breakthroughs, and global demand [1] Policy Restructuring - The profound changes in China's energy storage industry by 2025 stem from a systematic upgrade of the policy framework, shifting from "administrative intervention" to "market empowerment" [4] - The introduction of the "Document No. 136" in February 2025 marks the transition of China's energy storage from a "policy task" to a "market profit" model, providing a valuable reference for global energy storage development [5] - Following the policy implementation, domestic energy storage bidding volumes surged to 19.2 GWh from March to May 2025, a year-on-year increase of 210% [4] Market Growth and Demand - The energy storage market is expected to experience explosive demand growth in 2026, driven by multiple scenarios including renewable energy, grid upgrades, and AI data centers, with a market space projected to exceed trillions [6] - In the first nine months of 2025, domestic installed capacity of wind and solar energy reached 102 GW, a year-on-year increase of 45% [6] - The global energy storage installed capacity is predicted to reach 1,200 GW by 2030, a 380% increase from approximately 250 GW in 2025 [7] Diverse Growth Dynamics - The domestic market is characterized by a diversified growth pattern, with energy storage for renewable energy accounting for 31.7% of total new installations in the first nine months of 2025 [9] - User-side energy storage is rapidly growing, with a year-on-year increase of 230% in new installations, driven by cost reduction and peak-valley price differences [9] - The overseas market is becoming a significant growth curve for domestic companies, with new installations reaching 45 GW in the first nine months of 2025, a 112% year-on-year increase [9] Capital Market Performance - The energy storage sector has shown strong performance in the capital market, with the National Renewable Battery Index rising by 55.15% in 2025, significantly outperforming many industries [10] - The energy storage battery ETF (159566) achieved a strong increase of 57.96% in 2025, reflecting the robust growth potential of core companies in the sector [10] Industry Chain Value Release - The value center of the energy storage industry chain is increasingly shifting towards technology-intensive segments, with leading companies benefiting from cost control and profitability [13] - In the system integration sector, the domestic market's CR5 has reached 65%, with leading companies holding a combined market share of 52% [14] - Major companies like Sungrow and CATL have reported significant revenue growth in their energy storage businesses, with CATL's revenue exceeding 20 billion yuan in 2025, a year-on-year increase of 110% [15] Investment Opportunities - The energy storage battery ETF (159566) is an effective tool for investors to share in industry dividends and participate in the green transition, focusing on core segments of the energy storage industry [17] - The ETF's top holdings include leading companies such as CATL and Sungrow, which dominate the market and are well-positioned to capture industry growth [18] - The ETF has shown a 12% annualized return over the past decade, outperforming the China Securities New Energy Index [19]

Core Viewpoint - KedaLi's stock price has shown slight fluctuations, with a recent decline of 2.03%, while the company continues to demonstrate growth in revenue and profit year-on-year [1][2]. Group 1: Stock Performance - As of January 14, KedaLi's stock price was 158.40 CNY per share, with a market capitalization of 43.55 billion CNY [1]. - Year-to-date, KedaLi's stock has increased by 0.34%, with a 2.69% rise over the last five trading days and a 6.10% increase over the last 20 days, although it has decreased by 3.98% over the last 60 days [1]. Group 2: Financial Performance - For the period from January to September 2025, KedaLi reported a revenue of 10.603 billion CNY, representing a year-on-year growth of 23.41%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 1.185 billion CNY, up 16.55% year-on-year [2]. Group 3: Shareholder Information - As of September 30, 2025, KedaLi had 21,400 shareholders, a decrease of 4.91% from the previous period, with an average of 9,210 circulating shares per shareholder, an increase of 5.31% [2]. - The company has distributed a total of 1.312 billion CNY in dividends since its A-share listing, with 1.022 billion CNY distributed over the last three years [3]. - The second-largest shareholder is Hong Kong Central Clearing Limited, holding 7.7715 million shares, an increase of 1.128 million shares from the previous period [3].

Group 1 - The company, Keda Li, announced the approval of a proposal to increase the registered capital of its subsidiary in Thailand during the 26th (temporary) meeting of its fifth board of directors [2]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a Buy rating for Shenzhen Kedali Industry and raises the price target to Rmb268.00 from Rmb218.00, indicating a potential upside of over 70% [1][6]. Core Insights - Shenzhen Kedali, as China's largest battery structural parts producer with approximately 50% market share, is expected to benefit significantly from strong downstream battery demand, forecasting a revenue CAGR of 34.5% from 2025 to 2027 [1][9]. - The company is actively expanding its overseas business, which is anticipated to become a key growth driver starting in 2027, with overseas revenue contribution expected to rise to 16% by 2027 from 9% in 2025 [3][28]. - The report highlights that Kedali's net profit is projected to grow at a CAGR of 38.0% from 2025 to 2027, with 2026 and 2027 net profit estimates being 11% and 27% above consensus, respectively [1][9]. Summary by Sections Revenue Growth - Kedali's revenue is forecasted to grow by 37.9% and 31.2% year-over-year in 2026 and 2027, respectively, significantly outpacing the average 17% growth for auto supply chain companies [2][9]. - The company has been operating at full capacity since Q4 2025 and plans to increase its production capacity by 30% in 2026 [2][9]. Overseas Expansion - The overseas business is expected to ramp up significantly from 2027, with plants in Hungary and Germany servicing orders from CATL's European plants [3][28]. - Kedali is currently the exclusive structural parts supplier to CATL overseas, which is projected to capture over 60% market share in Europe by 2027 [3][28]. Financial Projections - The report raises the 2026-30 profit forecasts by 12-38% due to higher revenue growth potential, with the price target implying a 29.6x PE for 2026, which is justified by strong demand and overseas expansion [4][47]. - Revenue projections for Kedali are revised upwards, with 2026 revenue now estimated at Rmb21,023 million, reflecting a 16% increase from previous estimates [32][34]. Market Positioning - Kedali's current PE is below its five-year average and lower than the average of A-share auto supply chain companies, indicating significant valuation upside potential [10][47]. - The report suggests that the market may be underestimating Kedali's earnings growth potential due to its strong ties with mainstream battery manufacturers and robust downstream demand [35][38].

Group 1 - The company Keda Li announced on January 13 that its 26th meeting of the fifth board of directors was held on January 13, 2026, to discuss the proposal for increasing registered capital for its subsidiary in Thailand [1] - The meeting was conducted through a combination of in-person and remote voting methods [1] Group 2 - The solar energy industry is experiencing a rush to export products ahead of the April 1 deadline, indicating a competitive market environment [1] - Some companies in the industry are facing challenges due to skyrocketing raw material costs, particularly for silver, leading to difficult decision-making processes [1]

Core Viewpoint - Keda Li (002850.SZ) has announced an increase in registered capital for its Thai subsidiary, reflecting the company's investment needs for construction and operational funds in Thailand [1] Group 1: Capital Increase Details - The company held the 26th (temporary) meeting of the fifth board of directors on January 13, 2026, to approve the proposal for increasing the registered capital of its Thai subsidiary [1] - The registered capital of Thai Keda Li will increase from 5 million Thai Baht to 50 million Thai Baht, equivalent to approximately 111.28 million RMB at the current exchange rate [1]