Zhi Tong Cai Jing·2025-10-20 06:23Core Viewpoint - The coal stocks continue their recent upward trend, driven by a significant increase in thermal coal prices, with expectations for further price rises as the heating season approaches [1] Group 1: Stock Performance - Yanzhou Coal Mining Company (01171) rose by 4.18%, reaching HKD 11.47 [1] - Yancoal Australia (03668) increased by 2.5%, reaching HKD 28.7 [1] - China Coal Energy (01898) saw a rise of 2.41%, reaching HKD 11.06 [1] - China Shenhua Energy (01088) increased by 2.29%, reaching HKD 41.08 [1] Group 2: Price Trends - As of October 17, the Qinhuangdao Q5500 thermal coal closing price was RMB 748/ton, up by RMB 43/ton, a 6.1% increase [1] - Other port price indicators have reached around RMB 750/ton, nearing the expected coal-electricity profit-sharing price [1] - There is an expectation for prices to rise to the RMB 800-860 range due to the onset of the heating season and the peak demand for non-electric coal [1] Group 3: Market Sentiment - The industry fundamentals are improving due to positive changes on both the supply and demand sides, leading to coal price increases that exceed expectations [1] - The resurgence of trade conflicts may intensify market style shifts, enhancing the attractiveness of coal stocks due to their defensive dividend characteristics and clear fundamental turning points [1]