Xin Lang Cai Jing·2025-09-05 13:32Core Viewpoint - The photovoltaic industry is transitioning from "price wars" to "value reconstruction," with a comprehensive recovery across the industry chain driven by both policy and market dynamics, benefiting leading companies first [1][2]. Group 1: Industry Recovery - The first half of 2025 marks a significant recovery for the Chinese photovoltaic industry, with nearly half of the 70 listed companies in the photovoltaic equipment sector reporting positive performance [3]. - The recovery is supported by policy-driven market order optimization, which has alleviated price competition issues across the industry chain [3][4]. - The price of polysilicon has been rising since July 2025, with N-type polysilicon prices exceeding 50,000 yuan/ton, indicating a gradual restoration of profitability in the main industry chain [3]. Group 2: Policy and Demand Drivers - A series of targeted policies have been introduced since 2025 to address the industry's pain points related to "low-price disorderly competition" [4]. - The implementation of the revised Anti-Unfair Competition Law on June 27, 2025, prohibits selling products below cash cost, establishing a price floor for the photovoltaic industry [4]. - Strong demand is evident, with domestic new photovoltaic installations reaching 223.25 GW from January to July 2025, a year-on-year increase of 81% [3][4]. Group 3: Investment Opportunities in the Industry Chain - In the polysilicon segment, profitability is recovering significantly, with prices continuing to rise and reaching a maximum increase of 3.37% [5]. - Tongwei Co., Ltd. holds a 30% global market share in high-purity crystalline silicon, with a cash cost of approximately 38,000 yuan/ton, indicating strong cost control [6]. - The silicon wafer segment is transitioning to N-type technology, with N-type silicon wafer penetration expected to exceed 90% by 2025 [7]. Group 4: Technological Advancements and Market Positioning - The battery segment is dominated by TOPCon technology, with a production capacity of 967 GW, accounting for 83% of the market [8]. - JinkoSolar is a leader in N-type TOPCon technology, with a production efficiency exceeding 25% and a significant share of overseas revenue [8]. - The module segment shows clear differentiation, with N-type modules accounting for over 70% of the market, and leading companies like LONGi Green Energy and Trina Solar achieving high power outputs and certifications [9]. Group 5: Storage and New Growth Drivers - The explosive growth in the energy storage sector is a core driver of the current recovery, with increasing demand for photovoltaic and storage system integration [12]. - Sungrow Power Supply Co., Ltd. is a leading player in the energy storage system market, with a global market share of 35% in storage inverters [12].