Xin Lang Ji Jin·2025-11-13 02:09Group 1 - The chemical sector continues to show strong performance, with the Chemical ETF (516020) rising by 1.97% as of the latest report, reaching a peak intraday increase of 2.1% [1][2] - Lithium battery stocks have surged, with notable gains from companies such as Lianhong Xinke, which hit the daily limit, and others like Xinzhou Bang and Tianci Materials, which rose by over 15% and 9% respectively [1][2] - The price of lithium hexafluorophosphate has skyrocketed, with some market quotes reaching 150,000 CNY per ton, doubling since mid-October due to a mismatch between supply and demand [2][3] Group 2 - The price increase of lithium hexafluorophosphate is affecting the electrolyte segment, creating a positive feedback loop within the industry, with a short-term expectation of a tight supply-demand balance [3] - As of November 12, the Chemical ETF (516020) has a price-to-book ratio of 2.41, indicating a relatively low valuation compared to the past decade, suggesting a favorable long-term investment opportunity [3] - Looking ahead, the basic chemical sector is expected to see an upward trend starting in 2026, driven by improved domestic and external demand, alongside a reduction in capital expenditure growth since June 2025 [4] Group 3 - 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., allowing investors to capitalize on strong market leaders [4] - Investors can also consider the Chemical ETF linked funds (Class A 012537/Class C 012538) for exposure to the chemical sector [4]