Group 1 - China Hongqiao (01378) saw its stock price rise over 3%, reaching a new high of 22.62 HKD, with a current price of 22.32 HKD and a trading volume of 339 million HKD [1] - The company issued a profit warning, expecting a net profit attributable to shareholders of approximately 12.359 billion CNY for the first half of the year, representing a year-on-year increase of about 35% [1] - The significant growth in performance is primarily attributed to the year-on-year increase in aluminum prices, coupled with a decrease in the cost of thermal coal [1] Group 2 - Electrolytic aluminum is the main source of revenue and profit for the company, while alumina is mainly produced for self-use, with some external sales [1] - Guotai Junan Securities reported that domestic electrolytic aluminum production capacity is nearing its ceiling, with limited future capacity additions expected; demand from the power grid and new energy vehicles is expected to support resilience in demand [1] - The China Nonferrous Metals Industry Association indicated on July 29 that it will strictly control the addition of new alumina production capacity, suggesting that the pace of new capacity coming online may slow down, improving the oversupply situation in the medium to long term [1]

Summary of Key Points from Conference Call Records Industry Overview - **Manufacturing Sector**: China is undergoing a new round of supply-side reforms, focusing on eliminating inefficient capacity in emerging industries like automotive and electronics, with total manufacturing debt growth expected to slow to 2%-3% [1][3] - **High-Quality Nutritional Chemical Industry**: The industry has significant growth potential due to rising health product demand and high technical barriers, with New Hope Liuhe being a leading player [5][16] - **Aluminum Industry**: China Hongqiao is one of the largest aluminum producers globally, benefiting from high electrolytic aluminum prices and cost advantages [1][22] Company-Specific Insights SF Express (顺丰) - **Rating Upgrade**: SF Express has been upgraded to "overweight" due to its leading position in the high-end express market, operational efficiency improvements, and technological innovations, with expected profit growth of 11%-12% in Q2 [1][4][10] - **Investment Timing**: Current market conditions present a good buying opportunity, with projected free cash flow yields of 6.5%-8% from 2025 to 2027 [13] - **Risks**: The company faces macroeconomic risks that could impact its international and express business revenues, particularly if economic growth slows in 2025 [14][15] New Hope Liuhe (新和成) - **Market Position**: New Hope Liuhe holds approximately 15% of the global methionine market and 30% of the vitamin E market, with a positive outlook on its growth potential [16][19] - **Capacity Growth**: Expected capacity growth in the next three to four years is below 5%, aligning with global demand growth, indicating minimal supply pressure [17] - **Financial Health**: The company has a strong financial position, with a projected net cash status and positive free cash flow even during industry downturns [19] China Hongqiao (中国宏桥) - **Competitive Advantages**: The company benefits from high electrolytic aluminum prices, cost advantages from integrated operations, and a high dividend policy, with a one-year expected P/E ratio close to 7 times [1][22][23] - **Future Projects**: Participation in the Simandou iron ore project is expected to contribute significantly to profits, with an estimated 1.3 million tons of iron ore contributing approximately 1.7 billion in profits by 2027 [23] Financial Policies and Market Dynamics - **New Financial Policies**: Recent policies aim to control overcapacity and credit risks, including regulations on accounts payable management and rational investment by local governments [2][3] - **Investment Trends**: Approximately 74% of industrial sectors have slowed investment growth, but demand remains stable, with financial policies supporting a gradual recovery [7][8] Additional Considerations - **Express Delivery Pricing**: Recent price increases in the express delivery sector, particularly in Guangdong, need to be monitored for sustainability and impact on midstream profits [9][12] - **Market Sentiment**: The overall market sentiment and fundamental changes in the express delivery industry will be influenced by pricing strategies and demand fluctuations [12]

Core Viewpoint - The company has established a complete aluminum product industry chain, making it one of the world's leading aluminum manufacturers, with a focus on vertical integration and sustainability [1][4]. Group 1: Industry Chain and Production Capacity - The company has built a complete closed-loop industry chain from bauxite mining to aluminum deep processing, including recycling and automotive components [1]. - The current electrolytic aluminum production capacity is 6.459 million tons, ranking second in China, while alumina production capacity is 21 million tons [1][2]. - The company is implementing a "north aluminum south move" strategy to adapt to green trends, with plans to relocate production capacity from Shandong to Yunnan, targeting 3.451 million tons in Shandong and 3.008 million tons in Yunnan by 2027 [2]. Group 2: Cost Management and Supply Chain - The company has a self-sufficient power generation rate of approximately 50% due to its self-built thermal power plants, which helps in cost management [2]. - The alumina required for production is primarily sourced from self-production in Shandong and external procurement in Yunnan, with bauxite imported from Guinea and stable supply channels established in Australia and Indonesia [2][3]. Group 3: Financial Performance and Future Outlook - The company’s alumina production capacity is 21 million tons, with significant contributions from both domestic and overseas projects, leading to a projected revenue increase of 34.7% and gross profit growth of 142.2% in 2024 [3]. - The company aims to enhance its risk resilience and performance stability through vertical integration and proactive overseas resource acquisition [4]. - Expected net profits for the company from 2025 to 2027 are projected to be 22.64 billion, 24.21 billion, and 25.39 billion yuan, respectively, with a corresponding EPS of 2.44, 2.61, and 2.73 yuan [4].

金融界8月5日消息，上证指数高开高走，中证香港300上游指数 (H300上游，H30100)报2759.82点。 数据统计显示，中证香港300上游指数近一个月上涨5.69%，近三个月上涨20.98%，年至今上涨 17.15%。 据了解，中证香港300主题指数系列从中证香港300指数样本中根据中证行业分类选取符合相应主题的证 券作为指数样本，反映了在香港交易所上市各主题证券的整体表现。该指数以2004年12月31日为基日， 以1000.0点为基点。 从指数持仓来看，中证香港300上游指数十大权重分别为：中国海洋石油（27.7%）、中国石油股份 （12.94%）、紫金矿业（10.99%）、中国神华（9.99%）、中国石油化工股份（8.55%）、中国宏桥 （4.95%）、中煤能源（3.43%）、洛阳钼业（3.09%）、招金矿业（3.03%）、兖矿能源（2.52%）。 从中证香港300上游指数持仓的市场板块来看，香港证券交易所占比100.00%。 从中证香港300上游指数持仓样本的行业来看，石油与天然气占比49.54%、煤炭占比16.44%、贵金属占 比15.96%、工业金属占比15.57%、油气开采与油田服务占比1 ...

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the news is the significant performance of the China Securities Hong Kong 100 Raw Materials Index, which has shown substantial growth over various time frames [1] - The China Securities Hong Kong 100 Raw Materials Index reported a 6.02% increase over the past month, a 30.50% increase over the past three months, and a 60.16% increase year-to-date [1] - The index is classified according to the China Securities industry classification standards, with a base date of December 31, 2004, and a base point of 1000.0 [1] Group 2 - The index is fully composed of securities listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, with a 100% allocation [1] - Within the holdings of the index, gold constitutes 68.96% and aluminum constitutes 31.04% [1] - The index sample is adjusted biannually, with adjustments occurring on the next trading day after the second Friday of June and December [2]

Group 1 - The company, China Hongqiao (01378.HK), announced that it will hold a board meeting on August 15, 2025, to consider and approve the publication of its unaudited interim results for the six months ending June 30, 2025 [1]

香港交易及結算所有限公司及香港聯合交易所有限公司對本公告之內容概不負責，對其準確性或完 整性亦不發表任何聲明，並明確表示概不就因本公告全部或任何部份內容而產生或因依賴該等內容 而引致之任何損失承擔任何責任。 China Hongqiao Group Limited 中國宏橋集團有限公司 （根據開曼群島法例成立的有限公司） （股份代號：1378） 董事會會議舉行日期 中國宏橋集團有限公司（「本公司」，連同其附屬公司，統稱為「本集團」）董事會（「董事會」）謹此宣佈， 本公司將於二零二五年八月十五日（星期五）假座香港中環皇后大道中2號長江集團中心51樓5105室舉 行董事會會議，藉以（其中包括）考慮及批准刊發本集團截至二零二五年六月三十日止六個月的未經 審核中期業績。 承董事會命 中國宏橋集團有限公司 主席 張波 香港 二零二五年八月五日 於本公告日期，董事會包括十二名董事，即執行董事張波先生、鄭淑良女士、張瑞蓮女士及王雨婷 女士，非執行董事楊叢森先生、張敬雷先生、涂一鍇先生（張浩先生為其替任董事）及孫冬冬女士， 以及獨立非執行董事文献軍先生、韓本文先生、董新義先生及傅郁林女士。 ...

Investment Rating - The report assigns a "Buy" rating for the company, marking its first coverage [2][6]. Core Views - The company is recognized as one of the world's leading aluminum manufacturers, with a complete vertical integration of the aluminum product supply chain, enhancing its resilience and performance stability [5][14]. - The company aims to become a century-old leading manufacturing enterprise, similar to Shenhua, with a strong emphasis on high dividend returns for investors [6][17]. Summary by Sections 1. Company Overview - The company has established a complete aluminum product supply chain, integrating mining, alumina, primary aluminum, aluminum deep processing, and recycling [5][14]. - As of March 2025, the company has an electrolytic aluminum capacity of 6.459 million tons and alumina capacity of 21 million tons [14][37]. 2. Electrolytic Aluminum Business - The company currently holds an electrolytic aluminum capacity of 6.459 million tons, with production primarily located in Shandong and Yunnan [37][39]. - The company is implementing a "North Aluminum South Move" strategy to relocate production capacity from Shandong to Yunnan, with expected capacities of 3.451 million tons and 3.008 million tons by 2027, respectively [37][44]. 3. Alumina Business - The company has a robust alumina capacity of 21 million tons, with significant contributions from both domestic and overseas sources [5][19]. - The alumina project in Indonesia is notable as the first large-scale alumina refinery established by a Chinese company overseas [5][25]. 4. Aluminum Processing Business - The company has advanced aluminum processing technology and is actively developing recycled aluminum projects, aiming to become a competitive player in the green aluminum packaging industry [5][6]. - As of 2024, the company has an aluminum processing capacity of 1.5665 million tons, with significant growth in high-precision aluminum products [5][6]. 5. Financial Performance and Forecast - The company forecasts a net profit of 22.64 billion RMB in 2025, with an EPS of 2.44 RMB, reflecting a PE ratio of 7.9 times based on the market value as of July 30, 2025 [6][7]. - The company has shown a historical growth trend in revenue and net profit, with a record net profit of 22.372 billion RMB in 2024, a year-on-year increase of 95.21% [17][19].

格隆汇8月4日丨中国宏桥(01378.HK)发布公告，自2025年8月4日起，田明明因工作调动辞任非执行董 事，张浩停任田明明的替任董事。 此外，(i)涂一锴已获委任为非执行董事，自2025年8月4日起生效；及(ii)张浩已获委任为涂一锴的替任 董事，自2025年8月4日起生效。 ...

涂一锴先生已获委任为非执行董事;张浩先生已获委任为涂一锴先生的替任董事。 智通财经APP讯，中国宏桥(01378)发布公告，自2025年8月4日起：田明明先生因工作调动辞任非执行董 事，张浩先生停任田明明先生的替任董事。 ...