Group 1 - The approval of 10 new nuclear power units reflects China's support and confidence in the nuclear power sector, indicating a growing importance of nuclear energy in the country's energy structure [1][2] - The new projects, which include five nuclear power projects with a total of 10 units, are expected to drive over 200 billion yuan in investments, showcasing the potential for industry growth [2][4] - China has maintained a consistent approval pace for nuclear power projects, approving 10 or more units annually for four consecutive years, which is expected to have a strong positive impact on the national economy [4] Group 2 - China's nuclear power capacity and generation continue to grow, with the country holding the largest operational and under-construction nuclear power capacity globally, totaling 60.96 million kilowatts [3] - The global natural uranium supply is facing a significant gap, with 2022 production at 49,355 tons and demand at 65,651 tons, indicating a long-term upward trend in uranium prices due to increasing demand from the nuclear sector [5]
国证国际:十台机组获核准 中国核电保持高速发展