智通财经网·2025-10-29 03:47Core Viewpoint - The report from GF Securities indicates a significant cost advantage for leading companies in the photovoltaic glass industry, with a gross margin difference of 10%-20% between top-tier and mid-tier companies in 2024 [1] Group 1: Cost Analysis - The cost curve in the photovoltaic glass industry is steep, with leading companies showing a clear cost advantage [1] - The main source of cost disparity in the previous cycle was the scale of the furnaces, which optimized fuel consumption and improved yield [2] - The average cost difference between leading and mid-tier companies is estimated to be approximately 3.6 yuan per square meter, with a potential average cost advantage of 2.4 yuan per square meter for leading companies when excluding additional costs from cold repairs [3] Group 2: Future Outlook - The reduction in furnace scale advantages due to cold repairs has increased fixed costs, impacting the cost gap [3] - The implementation of fourth-generation super-large furnaces is expected to revive the scale advantages for leading companies, enhancing their resource allocation capabilities [1][3] Group 3: Recommended Companies - The report recommends focusing on Qibin Group (601636.SH) due to its rapid cost optimization and competitive furnace scale [4] - Other companies to watch include Xinyi Solar (00968), Fuyao Glass (601865.SH, 06865), and Nanfang Glass A (000012.SZ) [4]