Zhi Tong Cai Jing·2025-09-05 06:37Core Viewpoint - Bank of America Securities has raised its profit forecast for Luoyang Molybdenum (603993) for the fiscal year 2025 and the following years by 1% to 6%, driven by the company's commitment to efficient production, technological reforms, and the expansion of TFM/KFM, which will increase copper output by 1% to 6% in the coming years [1] Group 1 - The target price for Luoyang Molybdenum's Hong Kong stock has been increased from HKD 12 to HKD 14, while the A-share target price has been raised from RMB 12.5 to RMB 14.5 [1] - The company is expected to achieve stable growth over the next five years due to a solid balance sheet, a quality new management team, and potential mergers and acquisitions beyond the expansion of TFM and KFM mining areas [1] - The outlook for copper prices remains positive, attributed to tight copper concentrate supply, steady demand growth, and expectations of interest rate cuts [1] Group 2 - Copper supply is under continuous pressure due to operational disruptions, such as reduced output at Kamoa-Kakula Mine and the shutdown of Codeco's El Teniente Mine, with Chilean production only maintaining long-term average levels [1] - Demand for copper remains robust, benefiting from increased investment in China's power grid starting in the second half of the year and the peak season for electric vehicle sales [1]