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Core Viewpoint - The domestic steel industry is showing signs of recovery in profitability due to self-discipline and consensus against "involution" among steel companies, despite a general decline in revenue and demand [1][7]. Group 1: Company Performance - As of August 27, 2025, 35 steel companies listed on A-shares have reported mid-year results, with over 60% showing growth in net profit attributable to shareholders [1][2]. - Baosteel Co., Ltd. reported a revenue of 151.37 billion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 7.28%, while net profit increased by 7.36% to 4.879 billion yuan [1][3]. - The company achieved iron production of 23.71 million tons and steel production of 25.73 million tons, both showing slight declines of 1.67% and 2.19% respectively [1][3]. Group 2: Industry Trends - The overall revenue of key steel enterprises in the first half of 2025 was 2.9985 trillion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 5.79%, while total profit increased by 63.26% to 59.2 billion yuan [6][7]. - The average profit margin for the industry rose by 0.83 percentage points to 1.97% [6]. - The price of iron ore and coking coal, essential raw materials for steel production, has significantly decreased, alleviating cost pressures for steel companies [7][8]. Group 3: Market Dynamics - The steel market is experiencing a contraction in supply and weak demand, with a notable decline in steel prices; the average steel price index dropped by 13.35% year-on-year [7][8]. - The production of crude steel in China fell by 3.0% to 515 million tons in the first half of 2025 [8]. - The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology is set to introduce policies aimed at stabilizing growth in key industries, including steel, to address structural issues and enhance supply quality [7][8].