Hua Xia Shi Bao·2025-07-19 01:23Core Insights - The national electricity load in China has reached a historic high of 1.506 billion kilowatts, marking a 0.55 million kilowatt increase from the previous year [1] - The surge in electricity demand is primarily driven by extreme high temperatures, with air conditioning accounting for 40% of the load in urban areas [1][4] - The electricity sector has seen significant stock market interest, with the electricity industry index reaching a ten-year high of 17972.52 points [7] Electricity Load Records - As of July 16, 2025, 16 provincial power grids have broken historical load records 36 times since the beginning of summer [2] - Notable cities like Wuxi and Hefei have reported record electricity loads, with Wuxi reaching 1.6515 million kilowatts, a 0.77% increase from the previous record [2] - Hefei's maximum load reached 1.3412 million kilowatts, an 8.14% year-on-year increase [2] Weather Impact - The high temperatures have led to a surge in air conditioning sales, particularly in northeastern cities like Changchun and Harbin, where temperatures have exceeded 30°C [3] - The National Energy Administration attributes the record electricity load to both high temperatures and positive economic growth trends [4] Electricity Supply and Demand - The National Energy Administration has confirmed that the overall electricity supply remains stable, with 162 key projects completed to ensure supply during peak summer [5] - The maximum electricity transmitted by the State Grid has exceeded 2.25 million kilowatts [5] Market Performance - The electricity sector has become a focal point for investors, with significant stock price increases observed in companies like Huayin Power and Xiexin Energy, with some stocks rising over 100% in the past 60 days [7][8] - The decline in coal prices has positively impacted the profitability of thermal power companies, contributing to their strong performance in the stock market [8] - As of mid-July, 22 out of 27 listed electricity companies reported profits, indicating a robust industry outlook [8]