Core Viewpoint - The photovoltaic industry is experiencing severe overcapacity due to rapid expansion outpacing demand growth since the global carbon neutrality push in 2020, leading to significant price declines and financial losses across the supply chain [1][2]. Group 1: Industry Overview - Since 2020, the photovoltaic supply chain has expanded significantly, with nominal capacities exceeding 1200 GW, far surpassing global installation demand, resulting in severe overcapacity [1]. - Prices for silicon materials have plummeted from 300,000 RMB/ton in 2022 to 35,000 RMB/ton by mid-2025, with similar declines in prices for wafers, cells, and modules [1]. - The main industry chain companies reported a cumulative net loss exceeding 10 billion RMB in Q2 2025, marking seven consecutive quarters of losses [1]. Group 2: Policy and Market Response - The industry is undergoing a "de-involution" process, guided by top-down directives and self-regulation, with recent meetings aimed at standardizing competition and reinforcing anti-involution efforts [2]. - Positive market signals have emerged, with prices for polysilicon recovering since July, including an increase to 55 RMB/kg for rod silicon and 49 RMB/kg for granular silicon by September 1 [2]. Group 3: Company Performance - In Q2 2025, the main industry chain continues to face widespread losses, although specialized companies are performing better than integrated ones [3]. - The battery and module sectors show some improvement, but overall profitability remains elusive, with net profit margins across companies exceeding -10% [3]. - Leading companies in various segments possess stronger pricing power and profitability, indicating a potential for recovery as supply and demand dynamics improve [3]. Group 4: Investment Recommendations - Companies to watch include Tongwei Co., GCL-Poly Energy, Daqo New Energy, and Xinte Energy, particularly in relation to silicon material storage progress and price sustainability [4]. - Integrated companies with low-cost silicon advantages, such as Hongyuan Green Energy, are also recommended for attention [4]. - Other notable companies include Aiko Solar, LONGi Green Energy, and leading firms in auxiliary materials like Foster, Flat Glass, and Xinyi Solar, which are expected to benefit from favorable market conditions [4].