Xin Lang Ji Jin·2025-10-28 02:24Core Viewpoint - The chemical sector experienced a significant increase on October 28, with the chemical ETF (516020) showing a peak intraday gain of 1.2% before settling at a 0.53% increase, driven by strong performances in sub-sectors like fluorine chemicals, soda ash, and phosphate fertilizers [1][3]. Group 1: Market Performance - The chemical ETF (516020) opened with a strong upward trend, reaching a maximum intraday increase of 1.2% before slightly retracting to a 0.53% gain at the time of reporting [1]. - Key stocks in the sector included Multi-Fluor, which hit the daily limit, and others like Boyuan Chemical, which rose over 4%, with several stocks including Xingfa Group and Hangyang Co. gaining more than 3% [1][2]. Group 2: Price Movements - Prices for third-generation refrigerants R32 and R134a have increased, with R134a rising by 1,000 yuan/ton to 54,000 yuan/ton and R32 increasing by 500 yuan/ton to 63,000 yuan/ton as of October 26 [1]. - The price of refrigerant R125 remained stable at 45,500 yuan/ton compared to the previous week [1]. Group 3: Industry Insights - Pacific Securities noted that under the new quota policy, supply elasticity in the industry is limited, leading companies to prioritize fulfilling long-term customer orders, which exacerbates the tight supply situation and supports high prices [3]. - As of October 27, the chemical ETF's underlying index had a price-to-book ratio of 2.26, indicating a low valuation at the 37.96 percentile over the past decade, suggesting attractive long-term investment opportunities [3]. Group 4: Investment Strategies - The chemical ETF (516020) tracks the CSI segmented chemical industry index, covering various sub-sectors, with nearly 50% of its holdings in large-cap stocks like Wanhua Chemical and Salt Lake Co., providing a strong investment opportunity [4]. - Investors can also consider the chemical ETF linked funds (Class A 012537/Class C 012538) for exposure to the chemical sector [4]. Group 5: Future Outlook - China Galaxy Securities highlighted potential investment themes under the "14th Five-Year Plan," suggesting focus on sectors like polyester filament, organic silicon, and pesticides, while also recommending attention to the exit of outdated capacities in refining and soda ash [5].