2 1 Shi Ji Jing Ji Bao Dao·2025-11-12 09:58Core Viewpoint - The A-share photovoltaic sector experienced a significant downturn, with major companies like Aters (阿特斯) and JinkoSolar (晶澳科技) facing substantial declines in stock prices due to market rumors regarding the "silicon material and component alliance" being rejected by authorities and concerns over a storage platform's viability [1][3][5]. Group 1: Market Performance - On November 12, the photovoltaic sector saw widespread declines, with Aters dropping over 14% and other companies like JinkoSolar and Longi Green Energy (隆基绿能) falling more than 6% [1][2]. - The photovoltaic concept index decreased by 1.46%, losing 60.292 points [2]. Group 2: Rumors and Clarifications - Market rumors suggested that a storage platform for silicon materials was failing, which was denied by JinkoSolar's staff, stating that the company was not involved in such a platform [3][5]. - The China Photovoltaic Industry Association issued a statement refuting the rumors circulating online, emphasizing the importance of industry self-regulation and combating malicious actions against the sector [5]. Group 3: Industry Developments - The storage platform is part of the photovoltaic industry's efforts to combat "involution," with major companies reportedly signing agreements to collaborate on capacity storage [5][6]. - Recent reports indicated that the total funding required for capacity storage could exceed 200 billion to 300 billion yuan, with plans for a fund of approximately 700 billion yuan to facilitate acquisitions [6]. Group 4: Financial Performance - Some photovoltaic companies have shown signs of recovery, with Longi Green Energy reporting a revenue of 50.915 billion yuan for the first nine months of the year, and a significant reduction in losses in the third quarter [6][7]. - Analysts noted that the profitability of leading photovoltaic companies improved in the third quarter, driven by stabilized prices in the supply chain and reduced inventory impairment losses [6][7].