Zhi Tong Cai Jing·2025-11-19 08:40Group 1: Oil and Gas Exploration - The supply of oil is expected to slow down, with Brent crude oil prices projected to remain in the range of $55-70 per barrel by 2026 [2] - OPEC+ is expected to slow down its production increase, while non-OPEC production is anticipated to decline significantly, with shale oil production expected to peak [2] - Global GDP growth is projected at approximately 3.1% in 2026, leading to a slowdown in oil demand growth [2] Group 2: Refining Industry - The refining sector is expected to see a recovery in profitability due to global supply contraction and domestic policies promoting efficiency [3] - New refining capacity additions are nearing completion, but there will still be projects focused on increasing chemical production [3] - The overall refining sector is expected to have reached a bottom in terms of profitability, with potential for upward elasticity in the future [3] Group 3: Polyester Industry - The polyester industry is anticipated to experience a significant recovery in profitability due to limited new investments and coordinated production cuts by leading companies [4] - The capital expenditure growth rate for PTA is expected to slow down, with no new capacity expected to be released in 2026 [4] - The demand for polyester products is expected to improve gradually, contributing to a positive outlook for the industry [4] Group 4: Investment Recommendations - The tightening supply-demand dynamics in the polyester sector suggest an improvement in profitability, with recommendations for quality companies such as Tongkun Co. and Wankai New Materials [5] - The refining sector is expected to benefit from improved cost structures and competitive advantages for leading companies like Hengli Petrochemical and Rongsheng Petrochemical [5] - The offshore oil service sector is projected to maintain high profitability, with recommendations for companies like CNOOC Services and Haiyou Engineering [5]