智通财经网·2025-08-04 08:48Group 1: Company Performance and Strategy - The CEO of CLP Holdings stated that the data center sector in Hong Kong is experiencing strong growth, aligning with the city's goal to become a technology hub, with 18 data centers expected to be operational from 2024 to 2028, of which 6 are already in operation [1] - The electricity demand from data centers increased by 6.7% in the first half of the year, accounting for over 6% of CLP's total electricity sales, indicating robust demand growth [1] - In mainland China, while electricity demand continues to grow, the pace has slowed compared to expectations, with sales growth estimated at 5% to 6% for the year [1] Group 2: Regulatory and Market Environment - A new electricity pricing mechanism in mainland China requires renewable energy projects to participate in market trading, which may have a limited short-term impact on CLP's existing assets but introduces uncertainty for future investment decisions [2] - The company plans to be more selective in investment decisions, focusing on regions with higher growth demand and electricity prices, while considering the potential for lower power supply constraints [2] Group 3: Market Conditions and Future Outlook - Global geopolitical uncertainties are impacting commodity prices, particularly international fuel prices, which have decreased from 46.3 HK cents to 43 HK cents since the beginning of the year [3] - CLP will closely monitor fuel price trends and adjust pricing mechanisms accordingly [3]